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By Zack Hoopes Staff Writer (May 1, 2015) If you didn’t take the opportunity this morning to have one last smoke on the Boardwalk, you’ve missed your chance. Ocean City’s beach and Boardwalk smoking restrictions go into effect today - Friday, May 1 - banning both traditional smokes as well as electronic cigarettes from the Boardwalk and anywhere on the beach outside of designated areas. Those areas are marked with orange butt cans, placed intermittently in the sand from the pier up to 142nd Street. South of the pier, cans will be located on the concrete walkways between the boards and the inlet parking lot. Smoking or vaping must be done within 15 feet of the butt cans. In addition to signage on the beach access ramps and on the cans themselves, signs have also been placed along the sidewalks of streets approaching the boards, letting people know to chuck their smokes before they get close. For the coming season, however, enforcement will remain casual. “At first, it’s just going to be education,” said Ocean City Police Department Public Information Officer

Lindsay Richard. “Officers will be giving out cards with a short description of the ordinance and where to find the smoking areas.” Violation of the smoking policy can be ticketed up to $500, but this will hopefully be rare. “Definitely this first summer, it’s primarily education, unless someone is blatantly being uncooperative,” Richard said. “We’re not really planning to go out actively looking for people smoking. If we get a call, or if an officer sees it during normal Boardwalk patrol, they’ll stop and say something and give the person a card.” Passage of the smoking restriction ordinance came after years of stop-and-go discussion by city leaders, whose major apprehension was that the creation of designated smoking zones would effectively concentrate the smoke in certain areas, and would thus be problematic on the crowded Boardwalk. Now, with a total smoking ban on the boards, the hope is See POLICE on Page 6

ARRRGH-GRAVATED ON ROUTE 90 After being stranded in backed-up traffic close to an hour, motorists heading into Ocean City via Route 90 were plenty mad Tuesday morning. Advisories the week before said work on the highway – a small section between the St. Martin’s River Bridge and the Assawoman Bay Bridge was being re-paved – would begin at 9 a.m. That led commuters to believe they would be fine as long as they beat the clock. Problem was, the construction crews also beat the clock and began work early. The delays were over by Wednesday. JOSH DAVIS/OCEAN CITY TODAY

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By Zack Hoopes Staff Writer (May 1, 2015) The greatest problem with governance by committee is that so many ideas, which seem great in the heat of discussion, turn out to be legally dubious at best and, at worst, downright unconstitutional. Ocean City’s long-sought ambition to exercise greater control over the “Wild West” of Boardwalk street performers was tempered a bit this week, as the City Council reviewed the recommendations passed on to it by the city’s Boardwalk Task Force The task force is a citizen committee that has met over the past several months to review the legal and logistical issues surrounding the proliferation of buskers on the boards. The city hired constitutional law firm Venable, LLP of Baltimore to advise and review the process, following a tumultuous summer last season dealing with street performers. The council’s review this week also included a draft ordinance, written by City Solicitor Guy Ayres, that included most – but not all – of the task force’s ideas. “I’ve included a memorandum from me as to why some of the task force’s recommendations should not be implemented,” Ayres said. Simply put, some of the ideas, Ayres found, were on See INSURANCE on Page 10

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Public comment on Wor. tax hikes, Tuesday County to hold hearing on proposed $190 million budget at Snow Hill Middle

By Brian Gilliland Staff Writer (May 1, 2015) With budget requests from county departments and municipalities heard to the tune of $189.8 million balanced against $167.4 in revenue, the time has come to see what the public thinks about Worcester County government’s budgetary situation for the coming fiscal year. The Worcester County Commissioners will hold a public hearing on the budget proposal on Tuesday, May 5 at 7 p.m. at Snow Hill Middle School. The county has advertised a proH posed tax rate increase of 15.7 cents

to cover the approximately $22 million shortfall, but have expressed the desire to reduce that rate and keep fiscal 2016’s budget in line with the current year’s spending total of $178 million. Several sources of funding available to the county commissioners are not included in the revenue numbers, including stabilization funds, corporate tax and railroad tax. State law mandates these sources not be included when publishing an announcement for a property tax increase. The notice is required whenever a county contemplates a tax increase above the constant yield rate, according to Kathy Whited, the county’s budget officer. Worcester County’s constant yield rate for fiscal 2016 has been determined by the state to be 77.55 cents per $100 of assessed value, County

Treasurer Phil Thompson said, and is derived from property assessments. Worcester County is set on a threeyear cycle of assessments and officials had expected values to creep upward beginning this year, calling it the “bottom of the trough.” That didn’t quite happen. Ocean City, which accounts for more than half the property value in the county, was reassessed for fiscal 2016. While property values did not decrease, neither did they substantially increase, leaving a shortfall in expected revenue. These shortfalls are not expected to increase dramatically in the intervening years between now and 2019 when Ocean City is reassessed. The commissioners have been grappling with this revenue reduction ever since. The county had been socking away money in a “budget stabi-

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(May 1, 2015) Among the law enforcement agencies called on to assist during the Baltimore rioting and looting on Monday was the Berlin Police Department, which dispatched its SWAT team to the city at 7:30 that evening. The department was called on by the State of Maryland Emergency Management Agency through the Worcester County Office of Emergency Services. The state emergency management agency is headed by Clay Stamp, who headed emergency services in Ocean City for years. The Berlin department sent six members who reported to Baltimore City Police Headquarters. Upon arrival in the city, Baltimore Police Command assigned the Berlin team to provide security for civil disorder officers who were holding established police lines. Berlin Police Units operated in the area of North and Philadelphia Avenues, which is the location where the CVS Pharmacy burned earlier in the day. The Berlin team relieved other SWAT units who had responded from other surrounding jurisdictions and had been operating in that area since early Monday morning. Upon completion of this assignment, Berlin officers secured later in the morning on Tuesday and returned to Berlin. The Berlin Police Department is maintaining communication with the Office of Emergency Management for possible re-deployment to Baltimore as the situation unfolds.

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Continued from Page 1 that smokers will be willing to step off the boards a few feet toward a butt can, or go down the street. Most recent surveys peg the smoking rate in the United States at 15 to 20 percent. But along with a historic decline in the total number of tobacco users, the intensity of use has also dropped. A recent study by the New York City Department of Health indicated that 16 percent of New Yorkers smoke. However, of this group, 76 percent smoked 10 or fewer cigarettes per day. Assuming a similar ratio for the entire Mid-Atlantic region, this would mean that only about five percent of Ocean City’s visiting population would consist of people who smoke heavily enough that they could not wait until after their Boardwalk stroll to light up. The ordinance going into effect today also prohibits smoking within 15 feet of city bus shelters.

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Clerk, executive associate to swap jobs at Recor’s behest City manager stresses change ‘not punitive,’ but better fit of skills, resources

By Zack Hoopes Staff Writer (May 1, 2015) Citizens may see a different face in two of City Hall’s most visible positions, as City Manager David Recor announced a personnel switch following a closed-session meeting with city council this week. Current City Clerk Kelly Allmond will become the new executive associate to the city’s manager’s office, while current Executive Associate Diana Chavis will become the new city clerk. “This change addresses a variety of needs,” Recor said. “It will establish competent, professional support in the city clerk’s office and leadership in the city manager’s office.” Recor stressed that the change should not be taken as a punishment for either, but rather to fit employee skills to what each office requires better. “This transition is not intended to be punitive, but rather to realign our

resources with our needs,” Recor said. The city clerk reports directly to the mayor and City Council, and serves as a clerical office for direct public needs such as franchise bids, election filings and dozens of other duties. The executive associate, in contrast, reports to the city manager and acts as a clerk for those employees who work directly under Recor. Word is also expected soon on two other City Hall reorganization measures. The Planning and Zoning Department and Buildings Department have been without a director since the departure of former head Matt Margotta last year. Recor told the council during budget hearings that the restructuring of the department has “gelled in [his] mind” and that action would be forthcoming. Recor is also expected to be presenting a review of his own “span of control,” according to budget documents, which would involve streamlining the way departments report in order to reduce the need for direct support from the city manager’s office. A dollar figure on either staffing change has not yet been discussed.

OC hires Campbell to manage staff learning, development (May 1, 2015) The Town of Ocean City’s Director of Human Resources, Wayne Evans, announced the appointment of Elizabeth “Betsy” Campbell to the position of Learning and Development Manager. The newly created position will provide a comprehensive training platform for the city and design developmental processes necessary to achieve the town’s strategic people goals. A resident of Berlin, Campbell has an extensive and varied background as a trainer, instructional designer, coach and consultant. She owned a private consultancy and served in the capacity of training manager with the National Audubon Society and as senior training consultant with the AT&T School of

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OC runs same ads, expands mkt. ‘Vacation Day’ material now airing earlier, longer for ‘15 season in several regions

By Zack Hoopes Staff Writer (May 1, 2015) In the world of marketing, it’s difficult to tell over a short time span if your material is really working - especially when your sales period is only three or four months. But so far, signs are positive for Ocean City’s “Vacation Day” advertising campaign, now in its second season on TV and in other media after being introduced last year as a replacement for the Rodney-centric spots of previous seasons. Andy Malis, President of MGH Advertising, the city’s contracted marketing agent, presented the resort’s 2015 advertising lineup to members of the city’s Convention and Visitors’ Bureau during a season kickoff meeting last week. Malis said that sticking with the current lineup of materials for a few years would allow Ocean City to put the money toward expanding and intensifying its reach. “We did not recommend to the town to take $100,000 out of the ad budget to film new commercials,” Malis said. “Our campaigns are designed to have legs for several years.” The Vacation Day campaign, for

anyone who missed it, consists of actors wearing yellow t-shirts that say “vacation day” and explaining, with deadpan humor, as to how they were misused. One was spent on a dentist’s appointment - another, an oil change. The ads are designed to send the message that vacation days should be used for vacations, preferably in Ocean City, rather than the mundane tasks that most working-class Americans end up using them for.

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The au naturel prototype version of the statue featuring Michael Chester carved by Edmund Shumpert of Mississippi. The statue is based on a wetsuit-wearing photo of Chester, memorial organizer Martin Furst said. The completed statue is said to be wearing shorts.

Statue said to be done, in storage without funding

By Brian Gilliland Staff Writer (May 1, 2015) Siteless, fundless and in pieces, the memorial statue honoring local surfer Michael Chester, who died nearly 25 years ago from cancer at the age of 21, still exists and is ready to be shipped to the shore, according to Martin Furst. Furst began the effort to memorialize his friend in 1991 by holding fundraisers and events to support the creation of the statue by artist Edmund Shumpert. Shumpert is probably best known for the Huntington Beach statue known colloquially as the “nude dude.” The statue of Chester, of which a prototype exists and has been shown on several occasions, is similarly in the buff and strikes a more celebratory pose. The actual statue, Furst said, is still in Shumpert’s possession and requires more money to deliver it to the shore. Measuring 13 feet tall, the anatomically correct and proportional statue was granted permission to be placed at the foot of the Route 90 bridge where the ‘Dance of the Dolphins’ statue was placed two weeks ago, provided the sculptor added a pair of shorts. “It was never about just the statue,” Furst said, “it was also about helping the community.” Furst said he used the funds gathered partly to pay for the statue, but also to donate to local churches and causes. “The blame is on me for not having the statue. I feel like it has taken too long,” Furst said. As for that Route 90 corner site, the mayor and council gave the Ocean City Development Corporation permission to use it for the dolphin statue, which is a part of its public arts program. “Most of the mayor and council knew about [the memorial statue],” Councilmember Dennis Dare said, “but that permission was granted a number of years ago. None of the goals were ever accomplished, the statue was never brought to Ocean City. For all intents and purposes it appeared to be an abandoned project.”

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Indecent exposure Richard Schmitt, 27, of Oxford, Md. was arrested on April 26 for indecent exposure, not complying with Ocean City police officers and resisting arrest. According to a report, Ocean City Police Communications advised officers a witness heard loud banging coming from an apartment. When police arrived at the location, they saw a male urinating off a balcony onto the public sidewalk. Officers claimed they could clearly see Schmittâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s penis, adding that even after police shined a flashlight, Schmitt continued urinating and exposing himself.

According to the report, Schmitt refused to give police identification after they asked numerous times. The arresting officers noted they detected a strong odor of alcohol coming from the suspect. After Schmitt allegedly took a pass at one of the officers, they attempted to place him under arrest as he tensed his entire body and put his hands in front of himself. After almost a minute of resistance, Schmitt reached out and grabbed an officerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s thigh, which was near her Tazer. Finally, with the assistance of a second officer, police were able to successfully handcuff Schmitt. According to the report, while in his cell at police headquarters an officer saw Schmitt punching his cell. He was charged with indecent exposure, resisting arrest and seconddegree assault.

Affray Matthew Breen, 29, from Blue Bell, Pa. was arrested on April 26 for allegedly getting into a fight with security at a local nightclub. According to a report, an Ocean City police officer approached the fray as several members of security were wrestling Breen to the ground. The officer told employees to let Breen go and proceeded to handcuff him. Breen allegedly attempted to wrestle his arms away from the officer, screaming that if police touched his

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up Jovan Wood to no avail and checked the insurance information on the car. A Motor Vehicle Administration photograph for the registered owner allegedly turned out to be the person pulled over, Hunter. Ocean City Police Communications informed the officer Hunter had a potential warrant in another county. When the officer came back to talk with Hunter, he allegedly told police his name was on the registration and his friend’s name is Jovan Wood. Police placed Hunter under arrest for hindering the investigation and assuming the identity of another to avoid prosecution for the traffic offense.

Hunter allegedly told police he missed a court date and wrote a letter to request postponement, but never received a response. He was charged with operating a vehicle on the highway with unauthorized window tint, driving a motor vehicle while his license was suspended in another state, failure to display his license and giving a fictitious name to police.

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City restores some canal, street funding Estimated budget rollover around $2 million with $500,000 left unallocated

By Zack Hoopes Staff Writer (May 1, 2015) With first reading of the city’s 2016 budget ordinance scheduled for Monday, not a whole lot has changed in the city’s plan for the coming fiscal cycle since the budget was first unveiled a month ago. Most of the council’s final discussion on the fiscal year 2016 proposal centered around how to allocate the roughly $2 million in expendable funds expected to rollover into the next fiscal year once the current FY15 budget closes out on June 30. This is a small dent, however, in what City Manager David Recor has

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Small expenditures adding up to big bucks in OC budget year to design, but if we don’t meet particular interest were efforts to the timetable now we might not get in have an offsite backup system for the the stream of state funding to get this city’s computer network, as well the done,” Meehan said. request by the Ocean City Fire DeRefurbishment of two city garbage partment to convert four part-time trucks will get $40,000 because the positions to full-time status in order vehicles receive heavy external wear to ease scheduling conflicts. Further information on both issues will be from the nature of their work. “We’re known as a very clean re- presented at a later date. Additionally, outside of the gensort, so we certainly want our vehicles that go down the highway to do the eral fund surplus tally, the council cleaning to reflect that themselves,” also approved up to $68,000 in FY16 expenditures for facility work at Councilman Dennis Dare said. A project to imNorthside Park. The city’s Parks and prove the lobby of Recreation Departthe Public Safety ‘This is a number-one ment will be able to Building will be priority, and we’re behind. cover this expense funded at $14,000. This includes instalIt improves property values, by reallocating savings from the elimlation of bulletproof and it improves boating glass at Ocean City ination of the safety.’ assistant director’s Police Department’s Councilman Tony DeLuca position, which is front desk and included in the currecords window. At City Hall, rent budget, but has $30,000 of improvements will be been vacant for most of the year. done to make the building’s front enThis effort will include roof, gutter trance ADA-compliant, allowing the and floor repairs to the recreation rear entrances to be locked during the center that will allow the city to put day. Currently, only the rear en- off major capital improvements at the trances have wheelchair access, but site for a few more years. The current staff has no way of monitoring who tab to fully rejuvenate the facility stands at $1.26 million. goes in and out. Unless a major change occurs be“The world is changing ... I’d hate to regret not doing some of these se- fore the budget is passed, the city’s tax rate for 2016 will be 47.8 cents curity items later on,” Dare said. Another $10,000 will also be allo- per $100 of assessed value. This is the cated to enhanced recruitment efforts so-called constant yield level, needed in the OCPD, to hopefully alleviate re- for the city to bring in the same dolcent difficulties in finding summer lar-value revenue as the current budget year. The present 2015 tax officer candidates. This leaves roughly $131,000 re- rate is 47.04 cents, but assessed propmaining for allocation throughout the erty values will decline overall by 1.6 coming year on any urgent matter. Of percent for 2016.

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Showell Elem. to be compared with AA school Commissioners to visit Lothian Elem. as part of ‘fact finding’ mission

By Brian Gilliland Staff Writer (May 1, 2015) Back in April, the Worcester County Commissioners discussed a trip to Anne Arundel County’s Lothian Elementary School in early May to see the facility and how it was done on a budget of approximately $33 million. The idea was to compare that project with the Showell Elementary School replacement project, the estimates for which exceed $50 million and are climbing. One difference between the two projects that the commissioners and Board of Education already know is that delays in funding are pushing the

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projected building costs higher. Lisa Seaman-Crawford, the direcReplacing Showell Elementary tor of facilities for Anne Arundel School was named the No. 1 priority of schools, said she manages 126 facilithe commissioners this term, accord- ties, with 121 of them being schools. ing to a recently released strategic The Worcester County district is complan, but the project remains stuck in posed of 14 schools. the design phase. Seaman-Crawford said she manAccording to the board’s public in- ages three to four construction projformation coordinator, Barb With- ects per year using a construction erow, the commissioners have not yet management agency. Every three approved funding for that. years the county puts out a request for “It’s fair to call it a fact-finding mis- purchase and rotates through contracsion,” Commissioner Chip Bertino tors, she continued. said of the trip to Anne Arundel Anne Arundel. “Beschools are built ‘We’re dealing with a very tween $32 and $34 based on a protogeneral concept. A sketch million is certainly type template, less than $52 mil- outline before we proceed to meaning almost all lion. That’s a lot of of the schools have an architectural design. money for a person somewhat similar There’s no design yet.’ in Showell.” Comdesign specificaBoard President missioners Bertino tions. The Lothian M. Jim Bunting and Ted Elder are school, she said, was the only two names able to realize savmade public on a task force dedicated ings both because the county already to solving the Showell Elementary owned the property on which it was School issue. built, and the students at Lothian “We’re dealing with a very general could be moved to a neighboring midconcept. A sketch outline before we dle school during construction. The proceed to an architectural design. school is expected to be open for the There’s no design yet,” Board Presi- next school year. dent M. Jim Bunting said, “It’s best to Witherow said the projected timesee a school built to the Maryland line for the construction of the Showell standard.” replacement is nine months shorter Built to Maryland standards it may than Lothian’s 24-month schedule, be, but comparing Anne Arundel due in part to the smaller footprint of County apples to Worcester County the 22,000-square foot school, which apples is more challenging. will serve almost 100 more students. The Anne Arundel school district is “We don’t get maintenance funds, the 46th largest in the United States so we build to last 40 or 50 years,” and the fifth largest in Maryland. Seaman-Crawford said.

Seaman-Crawford said if the Lothian school project were put to bid in 2018, as the Showell school is still projected to at this point, the cost would be closer to $39 million. “We think it is a beneficial practice to continually examine statewide school construction costs, especially as we approach the design phase of a new project,” Jerry Wilson, superintendent of schools said, according to Witherow. “Most importantly, it reminds us that construction costs increase over time, making any delay in the design/build schedule quite expensive.” The school board believes time is the most important factor when dealing with construction. “The primary factor associated with the increase is time. We built Ocean City Elementary School in 2005 at a cost of $141 per square foot. Three years later … the bids for the Pocomoke High School project came in at $238 per square foot,” Joe Price, facilities planner for the schools said, according to Witherow. Securing contractors is also a concern for the schools. “Worcester County does not have an abundance of potential bidders like the western shore. On our most recent project, Snow Hill High School, five of our contractors are from the Eastern Shore while 12 are from the western shore and two are from Pennsylvania. Travel and mobilizing personnel and equipment impact the costs associated with bids, and therefore, construction costs,” Witherow quoted Price as saying.

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Cedar Chapel, WCDC await state decision ‘Employment first’ mandate could bring major overhaul to education, job choice

By Brian Gilliland Staff Writer (May 1, 2015) New philosophies in the way disabled adults enter into and maintain employment could force major changes in the way students at the Cedar Chapel Special School are taught and adults at the Worcester County Developmental Center gain employment. Of course, it first boils down to funding. “The Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services contributes 50 percent of the funding for disabled adults and since they contribute so much money they have decided to start making rules,” Jack Ferry, executive director

of the developmental center, said. Clients of the WCDC may choose to The Affordable Care Act mandates work at the developmental center in this change and Maryland has until jobs earning less than minimum wage. 2019 to develop an implementation For example, clients work to produce plan. Both the WCDC and Cedar soap that the WCDC then endeavors to Chapel school, as well as the Eastern sell at venues including next weekShore delegation in end’s Springfest. the Maryland AsSoap sales brought sembly, have written ‘The Center for Medicare and in about $6,000 last letters in support of Medicaid Services contributes year, Ferry said, and the existing system. 50 percent of the funding for total salaries for Currently, stuclients are expected disabled adults’ dents at the school break $100,000 Jack Ferry, executive director to follow a needsthis year. based curriculum of the developmental center Critics of the feddesigned to prepare erally required them to enter the workforce or con- structure maintain that its regulations tinue developmental at WCDC. Ferry eliminate client choice. said the goal is to prepare every client Outlined in the plan is an “employfor eventual entry into the workforce, ment first” approach that obligates “no matter how long it takes.” Ferry students or clients to fail to obtain regsaid one client had been with them for ular employment before being di17 years before he was ready. verted into programs such as the

WCDC. “It’s like Henry Ford said, you can have any color you want as long as it’s black,” Ferry explained. The impact would trickle down into student instruction at Cedar Chapel. “The goal is to establish that we’ve tried everything we can to get adults out into the community. As a parent, I would find it difficult to place my child into that situation,” Belinda Gulyas, principal of the Cedar Chapel school, said. Gulyas is also a member of the board of the WCDC. “Our staff understands our students’ needs. They understand the schedules, structures and the things they need. The child is set up to transition easily. Some may only be able to work for 30 minutes at a time successfully. At a normal job this isn’t provided for,” Gulyas said. She also thinks it’s counter to the goals of her school. “What we do all day is proactive and sets our students up to be successful. Instead of success, it will prove they are unable,” she said. Yet Gulyas has no desire to demonize other avenues of discussion concerning her students. “The motivation for the change is inclusion. I understand that. Every person should be included in life, but we’re eliminating a part that has been really successful and is all-or-nothing in presentation,” she said.

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OBITUARIES CLARENCE EDWARD CLEM “CLEM” Ocean City Clarence Edward Clem, “Clem,” 85, of Ocean City, Md. passed away peacefully on Easter Sunday, April 5, 2015. He was preceded in death by his parents, Cletus and Katherine Clem and his son, Edward “Little Eddie.” He is survived by his wife of 65 years Margaret, “Peggy;” his three sons and their wives and grandchildren, Michael and Karen and Megan; Stephen and Robin and Devon, Harper, David, Rebecca, Joseph and Sara; Joseph and Mimi and Grace, Chelsei, Hanna and Angela; and a large extended family of in-laws, nieces and nephews who all loved Uncle Clem. Clem was a kind and caring person and a meticulous craftsman. His legacy will live in the people he helped and the countless homes and businesses he improved. The family will be receiving Saturday, May 2, 2015 at the Newport Bay Dr. home after 5 p.m. A memorial service will be held on Sunday May 3, at Harpoon Hanna’s, Routh 54 at the bay, Fenwick Island, Del. at noon. FIELDING “CARL” CARROLL GODBEE, JR. Berlin Fielding “Carl” Carroll Godbee, Jr., age 71, passed away on Saturday, April 18, 2015 at his home in Berlin. Born in Baltimore, he was the son of the late Fielding Carroll Godbee, Sr., and Barbara Porter Somers Godbee. He is survived by his children, Kristen Carl Godbee, Jr. Haupt and Karen Knorr of Harford County. He is also survived by his siblings, Barbara Kelly and her husband, Jerry of Reisterstown, Md., Nancy C. Lawson of Towson, Md. and Howard M.S. Godbee and his wife, Joan of Abingdon, Md. He also leaves behind his long-time companion, Linda DaSilvia of Berlin, Md. There are five grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. Carl was baptized and confirmed at the Church of the Messiah in Baltimore City, where he attended Sunday school and church services. He was a sports enthusiast and enjoyed watching baseball and football games, especially the Orioles and the Ravens. He was very fond of animals, his macaw, KoKo, as well as several rescue cats that lived in his home. A memorial service was held on Saturday, April 25, 2015 at Burbage Funeral Home in Berlin. Rev. Michael Moyer officiated. The family asks in lieu of flowers, that donations be made to the Worcester County Humane Society, a no-kill animal shelter, at P.O. Box 48 Berlin, Md. 21811. Arrangements are in the care of the Burbage Funeral Home. Letters of condolence may be shared with the family at Burbage@BurbageFuneralHome.com.

JOSEPH WALTER LEWIS, JR. “WALT” Ocean Pines Joseph Walter Lewis Jr., “Walt,” age 79, passed away on Saturday, April 18, 2015 at Atlantic General Hospital in Berlin. Born in Baltimore, he was the son of the late Joseph Walter Lewis Sr. and Dorothy Green Lewis. He is survived by his wife of 20 years, Deena Joseph Lewis, Jr. Lewis. He is also survived by his daughters, Karen Baig and her husband, Khadar of LaPlata, Md., Kathy Lewis of Bridgeville, Del. and Kelly Lewis of Pasadena, Md. There is one grandchild, Kamal Baig of Washington, D.C. He is also survived by his brother, Ronald Lewis, and his wife Irene, of Moorefield, WVa., and many nieces and nephews. Mr. Lewis was an avid golfer and loved spending time with his family and his dog, Chef. He enjoyed traveling, gourmet dining and the beach. A memorial service will be held on Sunday, May 3, 2015 at Burbage Funeral Home in Berlin, Md. at 2 p.m. Rev. Dr. Olin Shockley will officiate. The family asks in lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Parkinson’s Foundation, 1359 Broadway, Suite 1509, New York, N.Y. 10018, or to the Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation at 230 East Ohio Street, Suite 304, Chicago, Ill. 60611-3201. Arrangements are in the care of the Burbage Funeral Home. Letters of condolence many be shared with the family at Burbage@BurbageFuneralHome.com. HOWARD E. MCNEILL, SR. “BUNK” The Villages, Fla./Ocean Pines Howard E. McNeill, Sr. (Bunk), 78, of The Villages, Fla. and Ocean Pines, Md., formerly of Baltimore, passed into heaven on April 16, 2015 at the Cornerstone Hospice in The Villages. Bunk was the youngest child born to Thomas Bennett McNeill and Sarah ElizaBunk McNeill beth Gephardt McNeill. His brother, Walter Joseph, along with Sharon, resides in New Jersey and Florida. Deceased are his sisters, Margaret McNeill and Sarah E. Gutierrez, and brothers, Thomas B. and George E. McNeill. His wife of 45 years, Carol E. Amann McNeill, passed away in 2000. Bunk loved his family dearly. He is survived by his wife, Joanne Frost Laur McNeill, daughter, Jennifer Elizabeth McNeill, and sons, Scott, Christopher and Howard E. Jr. and his wife, Lisa, and grandchildren, Tessa, Jon and Mary. He spent many glorious years working for Procter and Gamble as a maintenance manager and praises and remembers the company and his co-workers. He was also the shutdown manager when the plant closed in Baltimore. He retired in 1997 and

moved to Ocean Pines, Md. from the Dundalk area. His greatest love was the water, his boat and his fishing. He adored going after the tuna offshore. He played a decent game of golf and was perpetual motion around the house fixing, repairing, and inventing clever solutions to achieve his goal. In the last 10 years, he enjoyed going to Florida in the winter and avoiding the cold and snow. A celebration of his life and Mass was held at St. John Newman Catholic Church on Monday, April 27, 2015. Rev. John Lunness officiated. Interment followed in Sunset Memorial Park in Berlin. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to the Maryland Coastal Bays, mcbp@mdcoastalbays.org. Letters of condolence may be sent via: www.burbagefuneralhome.com. CHESTER A. REEVES Bishopville Chester A. Reeves, age 85, of Bishopville died Saturday, April 18, 2015 at home. He was born in Elizabeth, N.J. and was the son of the late Chester Arthur and Effie F. (Gibbons) Reeves. He was a member of Wilson United Methodist Church in Bishopville, where he had been a past trustee. He was also a long-time member of the Ocean City Golf Club. He was an avid golfer and loved yard work and gardening. He had been a gas department specialist with Public Service Electric and Gas for over 35 years. He is survived by his wife of 66 years, Anita H. Reeves of Bishopville. A memorial service was held on Saturday, April 25, 2015 at Wilson United Methodist Church in Bishopville with Rev. Dean Perdue and Rev. Dr. Everett Isaacs officiating. In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to Coastal Hospice, P.O. Box 1733, Salisbury, Md. 21802 or to Wilson United Methodist Church, Building Fund, P.O. Box 375, Bishopville, Md. 21813. Condolences may be sent by visiting www.hastingsfuneralhome.net. RICHARD LEE SANDS, III Whaleyville Richard Lee Sands, III, age 71, passed away on April 19, 2015 at his home. Born in Baltimore, he was the son of the late Richard Lee Sands, Jr., and Bernadette Lacey Sands. He is survived by his beloved wife of 49 Richard Sands, III years, Marsha, and children, Judd Sands and his wife, Tammy of Whaleyville, Jennifer Swinburn and her husband, Dale of Catonsville, Md. and Julie Dotson and her husband, Billy of Port Tobacco, Md. There are 13 grandchildren, Ben, Zachary, Jesse, Hannah and Ellie Keyton, Dale, Emily, Gwen and Audrey Swinburne and Samuel, Asher, Emma and Kathryn Sands.

PAGE 19 Also surviving are brothers, Donald Sands and his wife, Patty of Catonsville and Brian Sands of Baltimore, and two sisters, Mary Sands of Baltimore and Judy Sands of Tuscon, Ariz. Mr. Sands had been a high school math teacher who was also a gifted football coach. He taught/coached in Texas, Florida and Maryland. After settling here on the shore, he became a pastor at Son Spot Ministries, continuing there for the next 30 years. His passion was sharing the gospel and seeing lives changed. He loved spending time with his three children, and 13 grandchildren. A funeral service was held on Friday, April 24, 2015 at the First Presbyterian Church of Ocean City. Rev. Jeff Howard officiated. Interment followed in Evergreen Cemetery in Berlin. A donation in his memory may be made to: Son Spot Ministries, P.O. Box 756, Ocean City, Md. 21843. Letters of condolence may be sent via: www.burbagefuneralhome.com. MARIAN ELLEN MANNING Ocean Pines Marian Ellen Manning, age 81, passed away on Friday, April 17, 2015 at Atlantic General Hospital in Berlin. Born in Ocean City, she was the daughter of the late Allen Mumford and Naomi Bennett Mumford. She is preceded in death by her late husband, Richard W. Manning, and her sister-in-law, Mary Lou Manning. She is survived by her daughters, Monica F. Hager and her husband, Charles, and Patti A. Smith, and her brother, Robert A. Mumford. Also surviving are her four grandchildren, Shauna G. Foote, James E. Helwig, Jr., Thomas O Smith and Allen E. Smith. Letters of condolence may be shared with the family at Burbage@BurbageFuneralHome.com. JANET FRANKLIN HILL HIMES Baltimore/Ocean Pines Janet Franklin Hill Himes, age 85, passed away on Thursday, April 23, 2015 in Parkville, Md. Born in Baltimore, she was the daughter of the late Howard Clarence and Cornelia Lansdale Hill. She was preceded in death by her husband, John T. Himes, Sr., in 2008. Surviving are her children, Nancy L. Himes of Owings Mills, Md. and John T. Himes, Jr. and his wife, Betty, of Perry Hall. She was the loving grandmother of Matthew and Rebecca Himes. Also preceding her in death were her brothers, Howard Hill and T. Lansdale Hill, and sisters, Elizabeth Cagle, Cornelia Savage, Chloe Conaway and Nancy Amity. There are numerous nieces and nephews. Mrs. Himes had worked as an administrative assistant with the Baltimore County School System for 21 years. After retiring in 1991, she and her husband moved to Ocean Pines. She was a member of St. Paul’s by-theSea Episcopal Church in Ocean City, where she volunteered for many activities. She was a bridge enthusiast and enjoyed sewing, crafting, cooking and Continued on Page 20

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OBITUARIES Continued from Page 19 gardening. A memorial service was held Thursday, April 30, at St. Paul’s by-the-Sea Episcopal Church on Third and Baltimore Avenue in Ocean City. Rev. Dr. Mark B. Cyr officiated. Inurnment followed in the church columbarium. In lieu of flowers, a donation in her memory may be made to St. Paul’s-by the-Sea Memorial Fund, P.O. Box 1207, Ocean City, Md. 21843. Letters of condolence may be sent via: www.burbagefuneralhome.com. ROBERT EDWARD RICHARDSON Berlin Robert Edward Richardson, age 84, passed away on April 24, 2015 at the Berlin Nursing and Rehab Center. Born in Ocean City, he was the son of the late Edward and Mattie Richardson. He was preceded in death by his wife in 2000. He is survived by his children, Dwight R. Richardson Cloud and his wife, Veronica of Berlin, Dennis Cloud and his wife, Beverly of Chattanooga, Tenn. and Richard E. Richardson, Jr. of Middletown, Del. There are two grandchildren, Dwight Cloud, Jr. and Dawn Cloud, and one great-granddaughter, Olivia Cloud. Also surviving is his sister, Virginia Semple. Preceding him in death was a

grandchild, Erin Cloud. Mr. Richardson was owner/operator of D&B Plumbing. He was an avid hunter. His favorite game were ducks, geese and deer. He also enjoyed fishing. A graveside service was held on Wednesday, April 29, 2015 at Granite Memorial in Bishopville, Md. Letters of condolence may be sent via: www.burbagefuneralhome.com. JOYCE DELORES KOBRYN Berlin Joyce Delores Kobryn, age 85, passed away on Thursday, April 23, 2015, at Coastal Hospice at the Lake in Salisbury. Born in Lodi, N.J., she was the daughter of the late John Kobryn, and Jewel Novak Kobryn. She is survived by her brother, John Ronald Kobryn II of Longwood, Fla., her nephew, John Kobryn of Geneva, Fla. and her great nephew, Gary Geresi of Butler, N.J. She also leaves behind her beloved friend, Peggy Dietz. Joyce was a United States Navy veteran where she served as an air controlman. She became a lieutenant and was put in charge of Wayward Waves. She had worked for many years as a manager with Social Security in the Boston area. Cremation followed her death. No formal services are planned at this time. The family asks in memory of her that donations may be made to the American Cancer Society, 250 Williams Street Atlanta, Ga. 30303.

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Arrangements are in the care of the Burbage Funeral Home. Letters of condolence may be shared with the family at Burbage@BurbageFuneralHome.com. GLORIA JEAN BIRCH Ocean City Gloria Jean Birch, age 69, died Thursday, April 23, 2015 at NMS Health Care in Annapolis, Md. Born in Ocean City, she was the daughter of the late Milton McCann Birch and Mary Hester Tubbs Birch. She is survived by her son, Milton Joseph DeZarn and his wife, Mary of Laurel, Del. There is one grandson, Ryan David DeZarn and step-grandchildren, Andrew and Abigail McKee. She was preceded in death by her brother, Milton William Birch and sisters, Reba Birch Bunting and Mary Ann Birch Kaeufer, and nephew, Michael Bunting. Also surviving is a brother-in-law, Martin John Kaeufer and nephews, David Orlando Bunting, Steve Kaeufer and Eric Kaeufer, and nieces, Cean Bunting, Desiree Birch and Chantal Birch, and sister-in-law, Lorenda Lynch Bunting of Ocean City. Gloria was a graduate of Stephen Decatur High School, Class of 1963. A funeral service was held on Wednesday, April 29, 2015, at the Burbage Funeral Home in Berlin. Rev. Dr. Olin Shockley officiated. Interment followed in Evergreen Cemetery

Ocean City Today in Berlin. A donation in her memory may be made to the Worcester County Humane Society, P.O. Box 48, Berlin, Md. 21811. Letters of condolence may be sent via: www.burbagefuneralhome.com. LINDSAY KINGDON TUCKER, JR. Ocean City Lindsay Kingdon Tucker, Jr., age 72, died April 23, 2015 at his home. Born in Baltimore, he was the son of the late Lindsay K. Tucker, Sr. and Lorraine Anger Tucker. He is survived by his sister, Lorrie J. Moran and her husband, Glenn, niece Cristy Taylor and her fiancé, Kevin, and nephew, Todd Lewis. Mr. Tucker had served in the United States Army and later worked as a computer programmer for the United States Coast Guard. Cremation followed his death. No formal services are planned at this time. Letters of condolence may be sent via: www.burbagefuneralhome.com. WILLIAM R. ROGERS, JR. Selbyville Mr. William R. Rogers, Jr. of Selbyville, Del. passed away on Wednesday, April 15, 2015 at Beebe Medical Center in Lewes, Del. Bill was born in Selbyville, Del. on Aug. 10, 1942 to the late William R. Rogers, Sr. and Pearl Hitchens Rogers. In addition to his parents, he is also preceded in death by a daughter, Michelle Denise Rogers and a

grandson, Fhillip J. Wilkerson. Bill worked for Hudson Construction Co. for many years. He was a member of the NHRA drag racing association, Elks Lodge and the Delmar International Speedway. He loved drag racing and had lots of friends. Bill was funny and hilarious to be around. He was a regular at the Country Kitchen every morning for his coffee where he would meet up with his best friends, W.J. Revel and Bishop Roland Mifflin. He was devoted to his family and will be dearly missed. He is survived by his wife of 33 years, Sharon E. Carey Rogers of Selbyville, Del.; three children, Lorraine Rogers Lynch and her fiancé, Eric Gallimore of Selbyville, Del.; Sonya Rogers of Dagsboro, Del. and William R. Rogers, III and his wife, Jessica of Raeford, N.C.; one brother, Wayne Littleton and his wife Sherry of Frankford, Del.; three sisters, Patsy Hickman of Dagsboro, Del., Lorraine Fregonia of Milmay, N.J. and Linda Irene Rickards and her husband, Greg of Salisbury, Md.; nine grandchildren and five great-grandchildren, along with many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. A funeral service was held on Monday, April 20, 2015 at the Watson Funeral Home in Millsboro, Del. Burial will follow at Dagsboro Redmens Memorial Cemetery. Bishop Roland Mifflin officiated. Letters of condolence may be emailed to www.watsonfh.com.

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City hosts rental seminar for resort landlords Event to focus on summer leases and will reinforce compliance with noise ord.

By Zack Hoopes Staff Writer (May 1, 2015) There are at least 7,700 condo units worth of people that should really attend a meeting on Tuesday at 9 a.m. at the Convention Center. And if you aren’t included in that number, but still rent out your property, then you really, really need to attend. The Ocean City Property Review and Enforcement Strategies for Safe-housing (PRESS) Committee will be holding an open seminar on Tuesday, May 5 for all property owners, managers, realtors, foreign student sponsors, and anyone else involved in the summer rental business in the resort. The PRESS Committee, which con-

sists of city officials from the zoning, building, police and fire departments, will be holding the session to help landlords comply with the city’s code requirements and protect properties from the noise, overcrowding and other quality-of-life issues that invariably crop up during the season. So far, according to city Communications Manager Jessica Waters, 7,700 renewals have been sent out for rental licenses, which are required under the city’s noise control ordinance for any property that isn’t either used exclusively by the owner, or leased for a period of a year or more. Estimates from the city’s Solid Waste Division peg the number of single-family homes, including townhouses and mobile homes, at around 5,000. There are 22,767 condo units and 1,526 apartment or dorm rooms, as of the latest tally. This would mean that either the rate

of short-term rentals in the resort’s housing stock is only 26 percent, or some people are operating under-theradar. Rental licenses are also known as “noise permits,” since their authorization comes from the city’s noise control ordinance. Each license is assigned a serial number, which is used by the Ocean City Police Department to track complaints against that property. Any violations of any of the city noise statutes - which, for residential properties are typically pegged at 65 decibels during the day and 55 at night - are referred to the city’s noise board, which hears cases and assigns penalties and fixes. Further, the PRESS Committee also monitors properties for compliance with the housing requirements specified in the city’s building, zoning and fire safety codes.

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Various stipulations within these codes limit the number of occupants in any given unit. For instance, the building code stipulates that no room of under 70 square feet can be considered a sleeping space, and all sleeping spaces must have at least 40 square feet per occupant. The zoning code also specifies that, in order to meet the definition of a “single-family residence,” homes must occupy no more than four unrelated persons. Naturally, the definition of what is or is not a “family relation” is a difficult legal issue. This was a particular sticking point last year, when residents of Mallard Island - an otherwise owner-occupied single-family neighborhood - inundated City Hall with complaints that a home in their district was being advertised for parties of up to 18 vacationers. Foreign student-workers are also of particular concern as being vulnerable to substandard housing and unscrupulous landlords. The city took at least one case all the way to Circuit Court last year, in which a landlord allegedly put 10 students in a unit whose legal limit was four. The current goal of the PRESS Committee is to educate landlords, realtors and student coordinators as to what the legal parameters for a given property are, using the most stringent parts of the city code that are applicable, in order to improve living conditions. For more information on Tuesday’s event, call Blaine Smith, assistant director of planning and zoning, at 410-2898855.

Clarion’s Berger wins UMD alumni leadership award

(May 1, 2015) Dr. Leonard P. Berger, owner of the Clarion Resort Fontainebleau Hotel on 101st Street in Ocean City, is a 2015 recipient of the University of Maryland School of Medicine Alumni Leadership Award. In a letter to Berger from Dr. Dean E. Albert Reece, Reece states, “We wish to honor your distinguished medical career, as well as recognize your equally impressive business acumen and philanthropic spirit.” Berger moved to Ocean City after retiring from his Parkville, Md. medical practice in 1983. Berger will be presented with the Leadership Award on May 1 at the Harry and Vivian Kramer MAA Awards Luncheon as part of the Medical Alumni Association Reunion weekend. In addition, Berger will participate in the 2015 School of Medicine graduation on May 14 in full regalia as a member of the platform party, where he will be recognized before the broader academic community. Berger received his medical degree from the University of Maryland School of Medicine in May of 1960.

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Craft liquor distributor inks deal with DLC

By Brian Gilliland Staff Writer (May 1, 2015) With a mandated reorganization still less than a year old, his sales reduced by 35 percent, a county commissioner calling openly for the dissolution of his department and an exit strategy planned by the board behind closed doors, good news has been rare for Bobby Cowger, the director of the county Liquor Control Department. Cowger, a spirited and perhaps irascible defender of his department, has crossed swords with equally intense commissioner Joe Mitrecic each time they have been in the same room together. So it was with a certain measure of pride last week that he was able to deliver the message that, on a recommendation from Comptroller Peter Franchot’s office, he was able to sign an exclusive one-year contract with Craft Wine and Spirits of Maryland, a regional distributor out of Beltsville, to supply Worcester, Somerset and Wicomico counties. Cowger estimates 75 percent of the estimated $300,000 business will be

in retail sales, in one of the many shops the department operates within the county, while the remaining business will be wholesale. “These aren’t your rail items — they’re not the cheap stuff,” he said. The 35 items he intends to supply from the Craft Wine and Spirits’ catalogue of 95 selections will get pride of placement in the stores and launch a massive advertising campaign, kicking off with a May 4 event at the Ocean City Marlin Club. From 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., licensees are invited to sample the stock along with free hors d’ oeuvres. If certain spirits don’t perform as well as expected, Cowger said he has more than enough selection to replace them from the catalogue. Most of the items Cowger said he intends to stock will come from the

liquor side of operations, and not so much of the wine. A sales representative for the territory will be hired, Cowger said. “We want to work with the county because it’s their living room,” Shannon Crisp, co-founder of Craft Wine and Spirits, said. Primarily, Crisp said, he does business on the western shore but began fielding a number of calls asking for service on the Eastern Shore. Not knowing much about the area, Crisp said he put a call into the comptroller’s office seeking guidance, which referred him to Cowger. “There is an existing system in place that’s worked for decades, where we would have to start from zero,” he said. Deals like this one are Cowger’s preferred method of doing business

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READY TO PERFORM The Caroline Street comfort station - a combination beach stage and restroom facility - should be ready to go for the summer after several weeks of work. City crews jackhammered and resurfaced the bathroom floors to address standing water, and refinished the ventilation towers. The comfort station has been a major headache for the city, due to its complex design and resulting issues with the quality of work from the original contractor. The facility opened in December 2013, more than seven months behind schedule. ZACK HOOPES/OCEAN CITY TODAY

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(May 1, 2015) On April 22, the Ocean City-Berlin Rotary Club donated a beach wheelchair to the Town of Ocean City and the Ocean City Beach Patrol. The wheelchair, which is lightweight and has large tires, will allow handicapped visitors and residents access to the beach. Each wheelchair costs approximately $2,500. Currently, the town has 26 beach wheelchairs, located on the beach, at the convention center and at the public works building. This is the second wheelchair that the club has donated to the town. Mayor Rick Meehan and Ward Kovacs of the beach patrol were on hand to accept the wheelchair, on behalf of the town. The Ocean City-Berlin Rotary Club has been active since 1953. The club’s various fundraisers include Christmas tree sales, an all-you-can-eat dinner and silent auction at the Abbey Burger Bistro, a miniature golf tournament, and a yard sale on July 18. The club is also sponsoring Francesco Attesti, a concert pianist at the Ocean City Performing Arts Center at the 40th Street convention center on Sunday, May 24. Proceeds from all these events go back to the community in the form of scholarships and other local projects, charitable organizations and worthy causes. The club meets Wednesdays at 6 p.m. at the Captain’s Table Restaurant in the Courtyard by Marriott Hotel, on 15th Street in Ocean City. For more information, contact the Club’s President, Ken Bates, at 410641-1700.

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Annapolis mainstay Buddy’s set to open in downtown OC New bayside crab house to offer crabcakes, fries, ribs, burgers, salads, crushes

By Kara Hallissey Staff Writer (May 1, 2015) Owner Harvey Blonder has expanded his brand of Buddy’s Crabs & Ribs to a serene bay view property on Wicomico Street in downtown Ocean City and will open on Wednesday, May 6, at 11 a.m. The original Buddy’s Crabs & Ribs has been operating for more than 26 years and is located in downtown Annapolis. In Ocean City, the restaurant will offer steamed-to-order crabs, jumbo lump crab cakes, succulent baby back ribs, boardwalk fries, salads, burgers and hand-prepped fried chicken. Its cream of crab soup has won state championships and will be featured in the citywide Crab Soup Cook Off tomorrow on the Somerset Street Plaza. “Our biggest entity hands down is our fresh crabs steamed to order, and a drink menu that mirrors the views,” Blonder said. “Our goal is to offer every customer the best experience ever, no matter if it’s their first or 10th visit.” A selection of bar drinks include mojitos, crushes, frozen drinks and oyster shooters. In addition to having multiple crushes to choose from, Buddy’s will offer orange crushes every day, at any time, for $5.50. Blonder described the atmosphere at Buddy’s as fun, happy, casual and relaxed, the interior walls adorned with anchors, fishnets and crabs. Every seat in the restaurant has a view of the bay, and there will be live music on the weekends, afternoons and evenings during the summer.

Once guests enter the restaurant they have several options on where to dine. Ordering food at the takeout counters is a possibility, where customers coming by car or boat have the option to purchase food, as well as beer and wine. The outside counter includes a self-serve Coke fountain. Guests can also sit in or outside in the dining areas or bars. The outside bar area has 40 seats, with a cocktail waitresses serving guests at the dozens of benches on the dock. Blonder, who has been vacationing in Ocean City with his family for years and owns a residence in the area, said he had been looking for the right location in Ocean City to branch out Buddy’s for more than five years. When this opportunity arose during an auction in September, he decided to put his plan into action and expand his brand. Reaching out to locals is a priority for Buddy’s, which will feature deals and specials for customers who keep up with the restaurant on Facebook. “We are honored and excited to be part of Ocean City’s local community,” Blonder said. “We are thankful for all of our friends and their support they’ve expressed when word got out that Buddy’s was coming to Ocean City.” Blonder and his team were recently inducted into the Maryland Hospitality Hall of Honor, which recognizes restaurants in the state that embody the spirit of the hospitality industry based on overall contribution to individual customers, as well as the entire industry. Ocean City’s Buddy’s Crabs & Ribs is located on Wicomico Street and the Bay. For more information visit www.BuddysOC.com or follow the restaurant on social media with the handle “BuddysOCMD.”

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OCHMRA DINNER AND HONORS The last dinner meeting of the Ocean City Hotel-Motel-Restaurant Association before the season saw officers installed and honors bestowed at Harrison’s Harbor Watch last Thursday. Clockwise, from left: A marlin ice sculpture by Harrison Group Executive Chef Mark Mayers; OCHMRA officers and directors for the new year - back row, from left, Will Lynch, Bob Torrey, Mark Elman, and Shawn Harman - front row, from left, Brian Musrush, Rebecca Taylor, Danelle Amos and Spiro Buas; Farren Hilliard of Wor-Wic Community College receives the Bank of Ocean City “Tres” Lynch Scholarship, flanked by John Lynch, left, and the bank’s Earl Conley; OCHMRA Executive Director Susan Jones calls for a round of applause for Mark Mayers and the Harbor Watch staff for providing dinner to the packed house; Susan Jones displays a plaque presented to her by former executive director Mary Tawney Eastman and OCHMRA immediate past-president G. Hale Harrison recognizing her 20 years of leading the organization. STEWART DOBSON/OCEAN CITY TODAY

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Third craft brew industry forum held in OC Beer business leaders talk about coordinating rapid growth of shore suds mkt.

By Josh Davis Staff Writer (May 1, 2015) Ocean City Brewing Company hosted the third installment of the ongoing â&#x20AC;&#x153;Beer Talk & Tastingâ&#x20AC;? series on Monday, designed to spread the word on the growing movement in the area, both to businesses and consumers. Sponsored by ShoreCraftBeer.com, the latest discussion included representatives from nearly a dozen different breweries on the Eastern Shore. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We started this effort last fall,â&#x20AC;? organizer Ann Hillyer, from OceanCity.com, said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We decided that Ocean City and the Eastern Shore make a fantastic craft beer destination.â&#x20AC;? Hillyer touted the fact that eight craft breweries are now within a half-hour drive of Ocean City, with another 10 in the immediate area. Two more breweries, in Snow Hill and Salisbury, are also on the way, Hillyer said, adding that area hotels, restaurants and transportation companies are all working together with area breweries to develop new beercentric activities. â&#x20AC;&#x153;This is an amazing thing thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s

happening just since the fall,â&#x20AC;? Hillyer said. Following the introduction, several brewers participated in a TED Talks styled roundtable. Asked about the â&#x20AC;&#x153;moment of insightâ&#x20AC;? in becoming a brewer, Burley Oak Brewing Company founder Bryan Brushmiller said, simply, â&#x20AC;&#x153;I got fired from my job.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;The recession of 2008 hit and the company I worked at â&#x20AC;Ś fired 52 employees the Friday before Christmas,â&#x20AC;? he said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I figured thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not really want I wanted to happen again, so I decided being in business myself would be a better activity. It just so happened I really liked brewing beer and was doing it in my garage a lot. Now I just have a bigger garage and a bunch of people helping me clean up.â&#x20AC;? Hillyer asked the brewers about new trends in brewing, including the recent explosion of sour beers. Lori Clough, owner of 3rd Wave Brewing Co. in Delmar, said fruit wheat beers were among her top sellers. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I do think as far as drawing people in to craft beer, this kind of sweeter fruit wheat beer will draw some people in,â&#x20AC;? she said, adding that she believed lambics and Berliner weisses would be the next trend. Dave Marquis from Chesapeake

Brewing Co. said he expected â&#x20AC;&#x153;a lot of off-the-wall brewsâ&#x20AC;? in the coming years. Adam Davis, from Backshore Brewing Company, suggested saisons and farmhouse ales could be on the rise. â&#x20AC;&#x153;These styles of beer [are] traditionally brewed with farmhouse ingredients â&#x20AC;&#x201C; whatever the farmer had available to give,â&#x20AC;? he said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a really wide-open category. If weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re talking about beers that can have a lot of different flavors, a lot of different aromas â&#x20AC;Ś the style category is wide open. If you read the style guidelines it says that it can range from low alcohol to high alcohol, light in color to dark in color. Thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s really no holds barred with a saison.â&#x20AC;? Asked if the large influx of breweries on the shore would help or hurt the overall cause, Eric Camper of Tall Tales Brewing Company brought up the rise of brewery bus tours. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I know friends that never would have come to a craft brewery until they had all these tours coming down,â&#x20AC;? he said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I have friends that get on these bus rides and they go from brewery to brewery. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a great idea. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s very portable [and] itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s very safe, so I donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t think itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a competition at all. I think the more that come down here the more people will see us as a craft brewery destination.â&#x20AC;?

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Planet Maze celebrates 20 years Landmark business to hold anniversary party Saturday; admission specials offered (May, 1 2015) The public is invited to join Planet Maze on Saturday, May 2 for a birthday party commemorating its 20th anniversary. Both new and long-time Planet Maze customers are invited to join the Thaler, Albright and Gordon families, and their employees, in celebrating this monumental occasion. The party will take place from noon to 2 p.m. and will feature complimentary laser tag for guests 8 and

older, climbing maze for those 10 and under, and mini golf for all ages. Pizza, cake and soda will be served. “We are thrilled to be celebrating 20 years in Ocean City,” said owner Jamie Albright. “Being a family owned and operated business we have been fortunate to have had support from the community and the opportunity to employ many students who are now enjoying time with their own children at Planet Maze.” From now until the end of the year, submit photos into a monthly contest for a chance to win a month of free admission. Every submission receives a “buy one get one free” coupon. Monthly winners will be

entered into a grand prize contest. The grand prize winner will be selected by the public in December and will receive an Apple iPad sponsored by Comcast Spotlight and one year of free admission for four people. Additionally, customers can enter into a drawing during every visit to Planet Maze. Weekly winners will be selected at random and receive one full day of free admission. Planet Maze is an interactive amusement facility located on 33rd Street in Ocean City. It offers Lost Galaxy Golf, Lasertron laser tag, a climbing wall and maze, arcade, youth and adult parties, and team building excursions.

Beer training for servers in works Continued from Page 28 just be reading a description on a menu.” Anthony Towey of OceanCity.com also underscored the importance of educating staff in hotels and restaurants, citing the work-in-progress craft beer certification program. “As a beer drinker there’s nothing more frustrating than when go into a place and ask … what do you guys recommend and they say, ‘I don’t

know,’” he said. “Education is key to us. I guarantee if you have servers in your restaurant that can’t explain to a beer drinker what they’re drinking, why they should be drinking it and what they may or may not like, they’re going to find somewhere else.” Towey is working towards creating a “universal … training certification course” for local servers using the “Server 101” beer course on

CraftBeer.com. “We’re going to take that material and actually take that basis for the course and add a local component to it with information from all these guys,” he said. “Be on the lookout for that in the next couple weeks or so. We’re hoping it goes a long way in helping your staff and keeping your customers happy.” For more information visit www.shorecraftbeer.com.

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Fox Sun & Surf General Managers, from left, Andrew Seyler and Chris Galloway, relax in the 143rd Street movie theatre’s new luxury recliners with Fox Theatres’ President, Don Fox, right, last Friday.

New luxury recliners for moviegoers Features of theatre redesign include new walls, ceilings, floors, carpeting and lights

By Kara Hallissey Staff Writer (May 1, 2015) Ocean City moviegoers will be ecstatic to find out Fox Sun & Surf on 143rd Street has upgraded its seating to luxury recliners designed for ultimate comfort with retractable armrests for cuddling and electronic controls to recline the seat back, which instantaneously raises the foot rest. “The goal is to make going out to the movies a more desirable, luxurious experience,” said Don Fox, President of Fox Theatres. “The upgrading of the Fox Sun & Surf with luxury power recliners will offer Delmarva moviegoers a level of comfort and immersion unmatched by any other movie experience.” The $1.5 million project began on Feb. 17, starting with a complete interior reconstruction of four auditoriums which included new walls, ceilings, floors, carpeting, lighting and most significantly, seating. A couple highlights include new ceilings to block out noise on rainy days and an angled front row, which is far enough back to make it the most desirable part of the theatre. Fox Sun & Surf remained open during renovations until the lobby and restroom phase was started on April 13.

Expect to see bright, lavender walls and fully refurbished bathrooms from the sinks to toilets. The movie theatre reopened the first four of its revamped rooms yesterday, April 30, just in time for Avengers: The Age of Ultron in 2D and 3D. “All renovations are interior and it will be a surprise for people driving by,” Fox said. The power recliners are made out of leather, vinyl material and more than $500,000 was spent on them alone, Fox said. “We want to bring people back to the theatre and recapture the business that was lost,” Fox said. The final four auditoriums will open on May 20 for Memorial Day weekend showings of Tomorrowland and Poltergeist. Unfortunately, the plush seating has reduced theatre capacity by more than half. The eight auditoriums will have 715 seats total, which is a loss of 915. Each room will have four wheelchair accessible seats and the two larger theatres have 118 luxury recliners each. The spacious luxury recliners have more than doubled ticket sales in one of Fox’s Reading, Pa. locations. The seat upgrades were tested in two of the theatres and people kept calling to see what was playing in the comfy seat rooms. A year later, the final six auditoriums were given the same treatment

and business skyrocketed, Fox said. Feedback has been positive with customers expressing how they are more engrossed in the movie since their bodies are relaxed and they can better focus on what is going on in front of them. “We think it’s a great investment because more people will come out to the movies on a regular basis,” he added. “If it works, we will upgrade everywhere.” To combat the loss in seats during busy summer months, Fox Sun & Surf will introduce advanced reserved seating, which allows customers to reserve the exact seats desired avoiding waiting in line before show time. Each seat will be numbered, he added. “We expect to be very busy at the theatre, but the added convenience of reserved seating will make going to the movies a more relaxing night out for our customers – not having to worry about getting to the theatre extra early on a big night,” said Fox. Moviegoers can reserve their seats online at Fox Theatres’ website, foxshowtimes.com, on a smartphone through the Fox Theatres app or in person at the box office. “There is nothing quite like watching a movie on a big screen in a darkened theatre with a vivid digital picture and crystal clear multi-channel sound,” said Fox. “It’s like being in the comfort See RECLINERS Page 32

By Lauren Bunting Contributing Writer The Maryland Association of Realtors supplied a summary report of the key real estate issues during the recent 2015 General Assembly session that adjourned earlier in April. Below are the items that passed in the assembly that affect the real estate industry. Real Estate Continuing Education Changes (HB 1056/SB 610): MAR supported this legislation which requires all real estate licensees to take the agency class every two years rather than every four years. The legislation also requires licensees who must take the broker supervision class to take that class every two years rather than every four years. This requirement would not increase the total number of hours for almost all licensees. However, those licensees who have graduate degrees in law or real estate will now have to take the full 15 hours of CE classes rather than the 7.5 hours under the previous law. Licensee Corporation Formation (HB 1028/SB 203): This legislation will permit real estate licensees to organize as any legal business entity with the consent of the real estate broker. Prior law limited real estate licensees to forming only two kinds of business entities: professional service corporations or limited liability companies. MAR supported this bill. Security Deposit (HB 782/SB 408): This legislation resolves conflicting language in the security deposit law. The law lowered the mandated state rate for security deposits from 3 percent to the higher of 1.5 percent or a standard short-term treasury rate tracked by the Department of Housing and Community Development. MAR supported this bill. Stormwater Fee (SB 863): MAR supported this legislation, which repeals the mandated stormwater fee (rain tax). The legislation gives local governments the flexibility to pay for stormwater remediation required by the federal government through a stormwater fee or out of existing budget money. Local governments will be required to show the Maryland Department of Environment their plans to meet federal requirements including the money set aside for projects. Recordation Fee Sunset (HB 51/SB 66): As introduced, this legislation would have made permanent the increase in the recordation fee enacted in 2011. That 2011 legislation increased the See LEGISLATION Page 33

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WORCESTER COUNTY NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING FY 2016 REQUESTED OPERATING BUDGETS The Worcester County Commissioners will hold a public hearing to receive comments on the Fiscal Year 2016 Operating Budgets as requested by the Agencies and Departments which are funded by the Worcester County Commissioners. The Public Hearing will be held at: 7:00 P.M., Tuesday, May 5, 2015 SNOW HILL MIDDLE SCHOOL, SNOW HILL, MD General Fund requested expenditures exceed available revenues (based upon current tax rates) by $22,340,492. This difference must be reconciled by the County Commissioners either through reductions in expenditures or increases in taxes, fees and/or use of Budget Stabilization Funds. Copies of the detailed budgets are available for public inspection at the County Commissioners Office in Room 1103 of the County Government Center. GENERAL FUND EXPENDITURES Board of Education Operating Budget Board of Education Debt Payments to be paid on behalf Boat Landings Circuit Court Commission On Aging County Administration Debt Service (less Educ. Debt) Development Review & Permitting Economic Development Elections Emergency Services Environmental Programs Extension Office Fire Marshal Grants to Towns Health Department Human Resources Insurance & Benefits (Includes OPEB – all employees) Jail Library Maintenance Mosquito Control Natural Resources Orphan's Court Other General Government Parks Public Works Recreation & Culture Recreation Roads Sheriff Social Service Groups State’s Attorney Taxes Shared w/ Towns Tourism Treasurer Vol. Fire Co. & Ambulance Co. Wor-Wic Community College Operating expenses TOTAL REQUESTED EXPENDITURES

$82,674,909 10,927,474 47,542 1,188,490 917,985 868,357 800,938 1,521,587 439,895 833,528 2,363,405 1,268,652 188,588 478,296 8,087,816 6,084,408 287,386 14,975,260 8,501,002 2,489,232 1,029,618 150,861 295,115 28,644 2,862,744 791,821 420,707 138,601 929,178 3,914,622 6,988,392 843,807 1,296,443 14,996,353 1,128,794 932,915 6,494,157 1,638,079 $189,825,601

GENERAL FUND ESTIMATED REVENUES Property Taxes Income Taxes Other Local Taxes State Shared Federal Grants State Grants Licenses and Permits Charges for Services Fines & Forfeitures Interest Misc./Sale of Assets/Other Revenue Transfers In – Casino/Local Impact Grant Funds TOTAL ESTIMATED REVENUES

$116,734,567 12,400,000 23,225,083 947,452 464,973 2,614,358 1,717,225 6,213,154 42,500 150,000 473,884 2,501,913 $167,485,109

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Fox Sun & Surf on 143rd Street has upgraded its seating to luxury recliners designed for ultimate comfort with retractable armrests for cuddling and electronic controls to recline the seat back, which instantaneously raises the foot rest.

Recliners to give moviegoers feelings of home while out Continued from Page 31 of your own home with an experience that is private in a public space.” Fox Theatres is based out Wyomissing, Pa., was founded in 1958 and continues to be family owned. The Sun & Surf Cinema was built as a twin cinema in 1972 by Schwartz Theatres and expanded to four screens in

1976. Fox Theatres acquired the property in 1980 and added four more screens. Today, the company operates five theatres with 32 screens in Reading, Pa., Ocean City and Greenbelt, Md. For more information and to reserve tickets, visit www.foxshowtimes.com or call 410-213-1505.

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A variety of fresh hand-tossed pizzas line the menu in addition to sandwiches, cheesesteaks, subs with Boar’s Head deli meats, pasta entrees including lasagna, eggplant dishes, chicken parmesan, spaghetti and homemade meatballs at Vinny’s Pizza and Italian Grill on 25th Street.

Vinny’s banking on freshness By Kara Hallissey Staff Writer (May 1, 2015) Owner Vincent Sebastian uses recipes that have been passed down from generations of his family and cooks his menu items from scratch at Vinny’s Pizza and Italian Grill on 25th Street. “We make everything from scratch with fresh ingredients from our own

breads, tomato sauce, dressings and pastas,” Sebastian said. “We’re always trying new things and keeping everything fresh and simple.” A variety of fresh hand-tossed pizzas line the menu in addition to sandwiches, ribeye cheesesteaks, subs with Boar’s Head deli meats, pasta entrees including lasagna, eggplant dishes, See PARTNERSHIPS Page 33

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Legislation before Gov. Hogan may affect real estate Continued from Page 31 fee from $20 to $40. MAR worked with the Judiciary to impose a sunset on the legislation. In five years the Legislature will have to reauthorize the $40 fee or it reverts back to $20 per instrument. New Home Financing Contingency (HB 1183/SB 649): MAR requested an amendment to this legislation that made changes to the financing contingency clause in new home sale contracts. The bill allows the buyer or the homebuilder to terminate a contract if financing is not obtained and requires the return of the deposit money. MAR amended the bill to clarify that if a licensed real estate broker holds the deposit money, the broker must follow current real estate law regarding the return of the deposit money. Items that did not pass were: FirstTime Homebuyer Savings Account: HB 953/SB 372; HOA/Condo Sales Packet: HB 1007; Real Estate Continuing Education: HB 17; Lead Paint Exemption: HB 1158/SB 859; Foreclosure Moratoriums: HB 1184/SB 835; Study of Rent Control: HB 420/SB 480. More information on the details of the items that did not pass is available on MARs website: www.mdrealtor.org. Lauren Bunting is a licensed REALTOR with Bunting Realty, Inc.

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Partnerships make Vinny’s more than typical pizza joint Continued from Page 32 chicken parmesan, spaghetti and homemade meatballs. When summer comes back around expect to see different daily specials including fresh fish. The Italian restaurant has partnered with Big Fish Grill, Sebastian said. Sebastian has been honing his pizza making skills for more than 20 years. He got his start working in an uncle’s pizza shop in New Jersey. “As a five-year-old, I was folding pizza boxes for a penny a box and remember making enough money to buy a candy from the machine nearby,” he said. His great-grandmother came by boat to the United States from Naples, Italy and Sebastian has pictures of his family lining the walls. “It’s a family restaurant and the memorabilia had been passed down through the family,” he added. Vinny’s has been open since April 16, with most customers being friends or family. “We are thankful for our family’s support,” Sebastian said. Today, Vinny’s liquor license goes into effect activating a partnership with Burley Oak to offer three types of craft beers on tap. Starting on Monday, May 4 and

continuing until Friday, May 8, Vinny’s will be offering a local grand opening special on its New York style pizzas from open to close, for dine in or take out. The special includes $5 for a personal pizza, mediums are $7 and $9 for a large. “The grand opening special is to welcome everyone to come down and try us out,” Sebastian said. During the season, Vinny’s will be offering breakfast with crepes, omelets and breakfast pizzas. The space is intimate, with only a couple dozen tables lining the inside, outside and bar. Vinny’s is located a block away from the Boardwalk and uses the Ocean City Ferris wheel and Boardwalk as its logo. “We wanted something that said Ocean City and I feel the Ferris wheel is the landmark of this town,” Sebastian said. Sebastian spent part of his childhood in Salisbury and visited the Ocean City beaches to surf as a kid. His parents moved to the Eastern Shore in 2000 and Sebastian’s siblings went to Stephen Decatur High School. He had always wanted to open a restaurant in Ocean City, was constantly looking for open spaces and finally received a call from Peck Miller

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Owner Vincent Sebastian and his wife, Alina, pose for a picture in their new restaurant, Vinny’s Pizza and Italian Grill on 25th Street.

at Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage in the middle of January with an offer to take over the property on 25th Street. “We are looking forward to seeing everyone in the community,” Sebastian said. “We built this restaurant for the locals and it will be a place where they can get good pizza and Italian food throughout the entire year.” Vinny’s Pizza and Italian Grill will be open seven days a week, yeararound and its offseason hours are 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. on 25th Street. For more information call the restaurant at 410390-3713.

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(Left) Stephen Decatur junior Brett Kim pole vaults 10 feet 6 inches to win the event during last Tuesday's meet in Berlin. Freshman Jeremy Danner competes in the 300-meter Intermediate hurdles. (Below) Senior Hannah Wilson's high jump of 5 feet was good for first place.

Decatur track and field teams ready for Bayside meet

By Lisa Capitelli Managing Editor (May 1, 2015) The Stephen Decatur girls’ and boys’ outdoor track and field teams won last Tuesday’s eight-school meet at Seahawk Stadium in Berlin as the athletes are set to compete in the May 1 Bayside Conference championships. “I thought the girls did pretty well overall. I think we can do better in many events and we will need to do so by Baysides this Friday at CambridgeSouth Dorchester,” Decatur Coach Jody Stigler said Monday. “The boys result was a little closer than I expected. Our boys will need to step it up this week.” The Lady Seahawks scored 207.5 points. Northampton finished second with 63.5 points and Queen Anne’s placed third with 60 points. Decatur athletes who earned victories in their individual events were sophomores Claire Billings (400 meters, 1:08.4) and Bethany Williams (triple jump, 30 feet 7 inches), juniors Emily Cook (100-meter high hurdles, 17 seconds; 300 Intermediate hurdles, 51.3 seconds) and Rachel Savage (800 meters, 2:47) and seniors Jenna Reimer (1,600 meters, 6:05.6; 3,200 meters, 13:21.5), Amari Harmon (long jump, 15 feet 3 inches) and Hannah Wilson (pole vault, 7 feet;

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Stephen Decatur junior Lane Dillon watches an incoming pitch during Monday's game against Wi-Hi. Decatur won 12-2.

Decatur baseball team earns 12-2 victory over Wi-Hi

high jump, 5 feet). Wilson’s high jump of 5 feet was her best height for the season. Billings, juniors Katie Hofman and Alison Alvarado and senior Meya Chilengi won the 1,600-meter relay race (4:53.7). Chilengi, Alvarado, Savage and Reimer took top honors in the 3,200meter relay event (11:25.5). The Decatur boys’ team narrowly won the competition with 152.5 points. Colonel Richardson scored 147.5 points to finish runner-up. Nandua came in third with 109.5 points. Senior Parker Harrington was vic-

torious in the 800- and 1,600-meter races. He crossed the finish line in 2:05.2 and 4:54, respectively. Junior Brett Kim’s pole vault of 10 feet 6 inches was good for first place in the event. Decatur will join the other Bayside schools in the conference championship meet today, Friday. “I don’t know that there is one team that is the favorite on either side of the competition,” Stigler said. “There are a few schools that are in contention.” North Caroline, the boys’ and girls’ See SEVERAL Page 37

By Lisa Capitelli Managing Editor (May 1, 2015) The Stephen Decatur baseball team’s seniors were honored before Monday’s competition, the last regular-season home game of the year. The Seahawks celebrated after with a 12-2, five-inning victory over the Wi-Hi Indians. Decatur put six runs on the board in the first inning. Wi-Hi tallied its only runs in the second inning. The Seahawks added four runs in the second inning and two in the fourth. “It’s nice to have them go out in their last regular-season home game with a win,” Decatur Coach Rich Ferro said. “But, we made five errors. Just sloppy, [there was] a lot of stuff going on, just kicking the ball around and not being efficient in terms of playing defense. We’ve got to play better defense in order to keep going.” Senior Grant Donahue threw four innings. He struck out eight, walked one and allowed one hit. Brandon McKenzie, a senior, took over on the mound for the last inning. He allowed one hit and struck out two. Senior Justin Meekins went 1-for2 (double). Junior Zach Adams had a hit and an RBI. Donahue logged a hit and two RBIs. See SEAHAWKS Page 36

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Stephen Decatur senior Brandon McKenzie takes the mound for the fifth and final inning during Monday's game against Wi-Hi. He allowed one hit and struck out two in Decatur's 12-2 victory.

Stephen Decatur junior Madelynn King winds up for the pitch during Monday's match against Wi-Hi in Berlin. She struck out nine, walked three and allowed 10 hits in Decatur's 11-9 eight-inning loss.

Seahawks hope for 1 or 2 seed in reg. Continued from Page 35 Decatur’s final game of the regular season is set for today, Friday, at 4 p.m. against the Indian River Indians in Salisbury. “We’ve got to win out, hopefully secure a one seed or two seed and play a bunch of home games in the playoffs,” Ferro said. “We’ve got to practice and realize we’re not that good yet and be committed to playing solid defense and the basics. They’re a solid squad. We have to get better and if we don’t do it, we’re going to get beat early in the playoffs.” Seeding for the regional tournament is set for Wednesday, May 6. Decatur will compete in Section I of the 3A South. First round action of the tournament is scheduled to begin on Friday, May 8.

Girls play game with ‘a lot of heart’ Decatur players improving, continuing to learn and grow, Coach Patnode says

By Lisa Capitelli Managing Editor (May 1, 2015) The Stephen Decatur softball team battled back to tie Monday’s game against the Wi-Hi Indians and forced extra innings, but the Lady Seahawks came up short, 119, in Berlin. “Overall, the girls played very well with a lot of heart. One of our best games,” Decatur Coach Heather Patnode said. “Yes, we still made a few errors and came out later in the game with hitting, which hurt us a little, however, they didn’t give up and kept trying new and different things

to try to win the game.” The Indians scored two runs in the first, one in the second and two in the third to lead 5-0. The Seahawks had a big third inning, tallying six runs to pull ahead 65. Wi-Hi tacked on two runs in the fourth and one in the fifth to gain an 8-6 advantage. Decatur drove in two runs in the bottom of the sixth to even the game 8-8. Neither team scored in the seventh so the match went into extra innings. According to the rule for tied games, the last player out in the previous inning starts on second base. Three Wi-Hi players crossed home plate in the eighth to take an 11-8 lead.

Decatur scored one in the bottom of the inning, but the Seahawks could not generate any additional runs. “We have grown as a team and [are] attempting more softball skillbased plays and attempting more difficult skills and plays,” Patnode said. “Some of my young girls have never seen nor experienced an international tiebreaker, so that was a learning experience for them, as well as how important it was to move the runners into scoring positions … we are improving, continuing to learn, grow and become stronger softball players and team.” Junior pitcher Madelynn King struck out nine Wi-Hi batters. She walked three and allowed 10 hits. At the plate, she hit three singles. Center Hannah Fleming and right fielder Hannah Brown were both honored during Decatur’s Senior Night. They each singled twice. Seeding for the regional tournament will take place on Tuesday, May 5. Decatur will compete in Section I of the 3A South. The sectional quarterfinals are scheduled for Thursday, May 7.

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Several schools in contention for Bayside crowns Continued from Page 35 indoor track Bayside champions, Kent Island, Wicomico, Colonel Richardson and Decatur “could all land anywhere in the top five with no specific order that I am thinking,” Stigler said. “To be successful as a team, we need to win events and do well in the distance races,” he added. “I think our girls will probably place higher than our boys, but I have been surprised before.”

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Decatur boys’ lax tops Prep, 11-4

By Lisa Capitelli Managing Editor (May 1, 2015) Monday’s game between the Stephen Decatur and Worcester Prep boys’ lacrosse teams was a physical battle. Decatur Coach Scott Lathroum has coached a few Worcester players over the years and many Seahawks and Mallards are friends and play on the same club and travel ball teams. “They’re buddies and friends off the field, but when you strap the helmet on and put the pads on, it’s for who’s the best out here,” he said.

It was anyone’s game in the first half, but Decatur, playing on its home field in Berlin, held the Worcester Prep Mallards scoreless in the second half to win the match 11-4. Senior Jake Lathroum scored first to give Decatur a 1-0 lead. Shane Moore, a senior, provided the Seahawks with a two-goal cushion. Freshman Sam Cantello put Worcester on the board with two minutes remaining in the first quarter. Lathroum added one for Decatur in the final seconds of the quarter and the home team led 3-1.

Cantello cut the Seahawks’ advantage to one in the first minute of the second quarter. Sophomore Steve Alther and senior captain Corey Gwin each netted a shot to boost Decatur’s advantage to 5-2. Sophomore Patrick Petrera answered with two goals and Worcester now trailed by just one goal. Senior Evan Heim scored 56 seconds before halftime and Decatur went into the break ahead 6-4. “We made some mistakes around See BALL Page 38

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Ball control in second half key to Decatur’s win Continued from Page 37 the crease that cost us some goals and we made a mistake clearing the ball and we fixed that,” Coach Lathroum said. “Offensively, we didn’t play bad at all in the first half, we just had a couple letdowns and mistakes that normally on defense we don’t make. Maybe we were just Kevin Gates too hyped up, but we seemed to fix it at halftime.” The Seahawks had possession of the ball the majority of the third quarter, but Heim tallied the only goal at the 2:23 mark. Gwin fired a shot past Worcester goalie, junior assistant captain Wade Walter, 56 seconds into the fourth quarter and Decatur led 8-4. Scott Lathroum Heim got his hat trick with 5:30 left to play. Senior Jackson Mumford scored the final two goals for Decatur. Coach Lathroum said ball control on offense was key to the Seahawks’ success in the second half. “We’d get the face-off and then we took care of the ball. We had a lot of shots–we didn’t shoot real well those first 10 shots of the second half–but fortunately we were riding like crazy and we would not let them get over half field with the ball. We kept taking it from them,” he said. “We started to shoot well, we found open people and the crease got open for us. We forced them to slide a lot.” Heim was the Seahawks’ top producer with three goals and an assist. Mumford, who attended Worcester Prep from kindergarten through eighth grade, and Gwin recorded two goals and an assist each. Lathroum had two goals. Alther and Moore (one assist) chipped in with one goal apiece. Junior Dryden Brous won nine face-offs.

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Stephen Decatur senior Jackson Mumford is guarded by two Worcester Prep players during Monday's cross-town rivalry match-up. Mumford scored Decatur's last two goals. The Seahawks won 11-4 on their home field in Berlin.

Senior captain, goalie Will Hastings, who also went to Worcester and played for Coach Kevin Gates his freshman year before transferring to Decatur as a sophomore, stopped 11 Prep shots. “We definitely turned it on in the second half, got everybody on the same page,” Hastings said. “I’m proud of my team.” Hastings said what the players like most about competing against each other is the “hometown rivalry.” “It’s friends playing friends. It’s competitive and just a lot of fun,” he said. “We all grew up together and play on the same travel teams. On the field it’s all business and then once we get done we’re all back to being friends.” Cantello (one assist) and Petrera each scored twice for Worcester. Walter recorded 11 saves. Junior assistant captain Ross Dickerson won 10 faceoffs and scooped seven ground balls. “At halftime, I thought we were right there and then we played defense the whole rest of the game. [Decatur] played so unselfish and I told our guys, ‘watch what they’re doing. Why can’t we do that?’ They would be drawing a guy and then moving it and we would draw a guy and then try to run through them,” Gates said. “I give [Decatur] a lot of credit. They played

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Worcester Prep junior Michael Brittingham defends Stephen Decatur senior Shane Moore during Monday's battle.

unselfish on offense and they were patient whereas we weren’t. We were the exact opposite and that was the tough part…We just couldn’t get anything going. You’ve got to give the defense a rest which we never did and our defense was exhausted.” Lathroum said athletes on both

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Decatur preparing to compete in tourney Senior Claire Esham and sophomore Mallory Vara outscored their first doubles competition 8-0. Sophomore Katrina Harrell and senior Victoria Williams came out on top 8-3 at second doubles. “They played better Jamie Greenwood than they have been. They’re improving some with one match to go,” Decatur Coach Jamie Greenwood said Mon-

day. “Last week’s vigorous schedule was beneficial to the team. We learned a lot from the four matches we did play.” The Decatur boys’ team was edged out 4-3. Junior Christian Beres earned the lone singles victory for the Steve Berquist Seahawks. He took his third singles match 8-5. Juniors Deep Patel and Jose

WP tennis squads eye ESIAC titles side’s Connor Hautman 8-3 at first singles. “Quinn played a very smart tactical approach to his opponent,” Prep Coach Terry Underkoffler said. “The first time he played him earlier in the season, he tried to overpower him. This second time, he changed his approach and was more patient, more crafty, made his opponent move, and waited for attacking shots.” Senior Erik Zorn battled back from down 7-6 to win his second singles match 8-7. “Erik played in a very intense backand-forth match. Early in the match Erik had a 6-4 lead and seemed to be in control. His opponent began to play defensively and waited Erik out, and he missed some attacking shots in the rally,” Underkoffler said. Trailing 7-6, Underkoffler said Zorn dug in, came back to his game and was more aggressive. “Erik is a battler, has been all season, and was not going down easily,” Underkoffler said.

Kyle Chandler, a senior, won his third singles match 8-3. “Kyle Chandler took his powerful serving game and patient approach to his opponent with his usual success,” Underkoffler said. Worcester will join the other Eastern Shore Independent Athletic Conference teams–Gunston Day, Salisbury School and Saints Peter and Paul–for a championship meet today, Friday, at Gunston in Centreville. “The ESIAC tournament gives our boys an opportunity to showcase the hard work and great results they have had all season,” Underkoffler said. “They need to be calculating with their approach and be willing to change tactics when needed.” Hudson said the Lady Mallards are eager to compete in the conference tournament after their 6-1 victory Wednesday over the James M. Bennett Clippers in Salisbury. “We played really well versus the best competition all season,” Hudson said.

Decatur girls’ lax team wins battle against WP, 14-10

By Lisa Capitelli Managing Editor (May 1, 2015) Many of the girls on Stephen Decatur and Worcester Prep’s lacrosse teams are friends and play, or have played, club and travel ball together. On Monday, the two squads squared off on Worcester’s field in Berlin. Despite a late run by Worcester’s Lady Mallards, the Decatur Seahawks won the game 14-10. “There’s lots of emotion [on the field]. It comes down to bragging rights,” Decatur Coach Bob Musitano said. “We came out to play and so did Worcester. It was a nice win.” Sophomore Lexie VanKirk got things going for Decatur just 44 seconds into the game. Goals by senior captain Ally Beck and junior Elle Bargar boosted the SeaSee COACH Page 40

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Worcester Prep junior Regan Shanahan nearly knocks the ball out of Stephen Decatur senior Blair Yesko's stick during Monday's game. Yesko had two goals and two assists in Decatur's 14-10 win on Worcester's field in Berlin.

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By Lisa Capitelli Managing Editor (May 1, 2015) The Worcester Prep girls’ tennis team won six of the seven matches against the Parkside Rams in Salisbury on Tuesday. Senior Tatjana Kondraschow (8-1), junior Isabel Carulli (8-1), senior Fiona Reid (8-4) and freshman Anchita Batra (8-3) earned victories at first, second, third and fifth singles, respectively. Senior Natalie Twilley and junior Erika Smith outscored their first doubles competition 8-3. Sophomores Eva Parks and Stormy McGuiness took their second doubles match 8-2. “With Mattie out, Nos. 2-5 stepped up to play. I was really happy with their performance,” Prep Coach Cyndee Hudson said. Senior Mattie Maull was still recovering from having her wisdom teeth taken out a few days earlier. The boys’ team lost to Parkside 4-3. Senior Quinn Lukas avenged his only loss of the season, defeating Park-

Roberts won their first doubles match 8-5. Freshman Frankie Nanna and sophomore Ahmod Hammod outscored their second doubles opponents 8-4. “We played at the Salisbury City Park and there were a lot of distractions. It was a different environment and it seemed to distract them,” Decatur Coach Steve Berquist said. “Also, it seems like we struggle on Mondays this season.” Decatur was scheduled to play its last match of the regular season yesterday, Thursday. The District VIII tournament is set for May 12-13 in Cambridge. Berquist and Greenwood said on Monday that they planned to decide this week which Decatur players will compete in the tournament.

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By Lisa Capitelli Managing Editor (May 1, 2015) The Stephen Decatur girls’ tennis team took all seven matches during Monday’s competition against the Wi-Hi Indians in Salisbury. Senior Delaney Iacona and junior Katie Withers won their first and second singles matches 8-2. Seniors Mallory Rolleston and Calais Rodriguez earned 8-1 victories at third and fourth singles, respectively. Freshman Laila Mirza shut out her fifth singles opponent 8-0.

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Coach Musitano: I think our girls just wouldn’t be denied Continued from Page 39 hawks’ advantage to three. Prep senior captain Sophie Brennan and sophomore Karlie Southcomb scored to cut Decatur’s lead to one. Bargar then netted a shot to put the Seahawks on top 4-2. Sophomore Leigh Lingo brought Worcester to within one with 2:46 remaining in the half, but goals by senior captain Blair Yesko, VanKirk and her sister, Payton, a senior, in the final minutes extended Decatur’s lead to 7-3. The VanKirk sisters and Bargar tallied one goal apiece to provide the Seahawks with a 10-3 advantage with 16:44 left in the game. Shortly after, Prep Coach Leigh Anne Flounlacker made a goalie change and put senior Carolyn Dorey in for freshman Sophie Bandorick. Brennan was awarded a free position shot and was successful to give Worcester its fourth goal. Goals were then traded over the next few minutes with Bargar and Yesko scoring for Decatur and junior captain Grace Tunis and Brennan for Worcester. The Seahawks now led 12-6. Tunis made it 12-7 with 3:55 on the clock, but Decatur sophomore Victoria Kerkovich answered with two minutes remaining in the competition. Brennan netted two shots within 20 seconds and Worcester trailed 13-9 with 1:28 to play. Musitano called a timeout to give his players a breather. “Toward the end we had a little bit of a letdown because the girls were tired,” he said. “I wanted to give them a minute, and then we said, ‘OK, let’s win this.’” Bargar tallied Decatur’s 14th goal with 52 seconds left, but Worcester was able to net one more, courtesy of Lingo, as the time ticked down to 40 seconds. “I think our girls just wouldn’t be denied,” Musitano said. “Elle Bargar is becoming our go-to girl. She plays hard, she controls the ball, she’s fearless, she picks up every ground ball. She plays like she’s driven and she is.” Bargar finished the game with five goals and one assist. She won seven draws.

Lexie and Payton VanKirk chipped in with three and two goals, respectively. Yesko contributed two goals and two assists and Kerkovich and Beck logged one goal each. Senior captain, goalie Jillian Petito, stopped seven Prep shots. Brennan led Worcester with five goals. Lingo (one assist) and Tunis (two assists) had two goals each and Southcomb scored once. Bandorick recorded three saves and Dorey stopped two Decatur shots. “It was a tough loss, but the girls really fought to the very end. I don’t think the gap in score was really the factor, we weren’t getting our shots in and we were making mistakes that Decatur capitalized on,” Flounlacker said. “I think we had the skill and determination to run with Decatur, but it just wasn’t our day. At the end you could tell the girls were fighting with everything they had, but we just came up short.” Flounlacker played for Musitano at Decatur for four years. She graduated in 2011. “It was great to be able to coach against my former coaches. Although I’m competitive and still want to win, I have so much respect for Musitano and [Assistant Coach Michelle] Fluty and will always enjoy running into them,” she said. “They both influenced my development on the lacrosse field greatly and it’s fun that I can pass on what they, and many other great coaches and mentors, gave to me to more aspiring lacrosse players.” Flounlacker said she is excited for her alma mater to be doing so well. The win over Worcester boosted Decatur’s record to 10-0. “The increasing growth of competitive lacrosse on the Eastern Shore is an exciting thing and that’s the whole point of this; to give these girls greater opportunities to improve and be able to compete at high levels,” she said. Musitano said it was “fun” to coach against Flounlacker. “She was a special player when she played for me,” he said. “She’s hard working and she’ll motivate them. She realizes she has a young team and they’ll get better with her as their coach.”

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Worcester Prep junior Regan Lingo puts the pressure on Stephen Decatur sophomore Brigitte Ardis during Monday's game. Decatur won 14-10 on Worcester's field.

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By Kara Hallissey Staff Writer (May 1, 2015) More than 3,500 runners from 37 states are expected to participate in the 11th annual OC Tri-Running Sports’ Island to Island half marathon and 5K on Saturday. “It’s not every day you’re given the opportunity to run from one island to the next, crossing two bridges with beautiful scenery along the way,” said Event Organizer Chris Klebe of OC Tri-Running. “Family members get to see and cheer on the runners coming up to the Boardwalk for their last mile to music, which pumps them up. It’s a great finish.” The half-marathon course will begin on Assateague again this year at 7 a.m. Once reaching the Ocean City inlet parking lot, participants will be greeted by family and friends as they complete the last leg of the race. Next, the route heads down to Fourth Street, turns around and circles the pier rides with the finish line at the inlet parking lot. The 5K will start at 7 a.m. at the inlet parking lot with participants heading

north, around the pier to the concrete portion on the Boardwalk. They will head up to 16th street, turn around and come back to where they started. About 3,500 runners participated last year and the race continues to grow in size. First, second and third place males and females in each race will receive awards. The top three males and females in each age group will also win prizes. A post-race party will take place from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the inlet parking lot and is free to attend. Packet pickup will take place today, May 1, from 1-9 p.m. at the inlet and will be the last chance for participants to register for races. There is no race-day registration. The half marathon and 5K cost $115 and $45 respectively. On Saturday, packet pickup will take place from 5:15-6:15 a.m. and buses will take runners to Assateague Island. This year’s race will benefit Worcester Youth and Family Counseling. For more information, visit www.octrirunning.com or search “OC Tri Running Sports” on Facebook.

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cate meighan inside going out s I sit down to write this column this morning I’m kind of stunned by the difference that 140 miles (give or take) can make when it comes to the quality of life. Baltimore has just survived, perhaps the most violent and lawless night in its history, with realistic fears building that the worst could still be just around the corner. It looks like a devastating war zone, making it almost hard to believe that we are actually in the same state. Ocean City’s idyllic bubble is pretty tight and that may have never been more apparent then right now. The sun is shining, our kids are in school, people are heading out the door to work and our lives today are incredibly normal, unlike those across the state. Are you guys feeling a bit more grateful for all of the good things that this amazing resort area offers us on a daily basis? I know that I am. While this area is pretty notorious for knowing how to throw a party, one of the other things that we do best is give back. It seems that not a week goes by without heavily promoted fundraisers intended to benefit various charity groups that help those in need. Last Friday night, Sisters on Main Street in Berlin hosted a guest bartending event with 100 percent of the tips going to benefit Habitat for Humanity Worcester County. Clara Ziman served as one of the guest bartenders and she told me that the event was considered to be a great success thanks to the support of the wonderful people in our community and the musical talent of Bryan Russo. This event was also used to spread the word about Habitat’s upcoming Burley Build Benefest on May 16 at 2 p.m. at Burley Oak at 10016 Old Ocean City Blvd in Berlin. Speaking of Berlin, last Saturday was a celebration of the Atlantic Hotel’s 120th anniversary by way of The Heritage Festival. While Berlin is known for its almost-weekly events on Main Street, this one was a bit different. Those in attendance caught a glimpse of what life was like for those living in Berlin way back when. Wood carving, butter churning and knitting were all featured, as were re-enactments of historic local events. See CATE Page 46

PHOTO COURTESY TED BLANKENSHIP

Bicyclists gather on Federal Hill in Baltimore City for a photo before they complete the final leg during last year’s Ride for the Feast. This year, the event takes place on May 2 and encompasses a 100-mile journey from Ocean City to Easton on Saturday. The original route had an additional 40 mile trek from Annapolis to Baltimore City on Sunday, but with the unrest happening, the final leg was cancelled.

Ride for the Feast to kick off in OC Two hundred seventy-four participants will bike 100 miles from resort to Easton

By Kara Hallissey Staff Writer (May 1, 2015) The 13th annual Ride for the Feast, which encompasses a 100-mile journey from Ocean City to Easton, is set to take place on Saturday, May 2, and all proceeds benefit Moveable Feast, a nonprofit organization that provides meals for people living with HIV, AIDS, breast cancer and other lifethreatening conditions. “Every dollar raised for this event directly supports and goes to a person impacted by a life-threatening disease who cannot afford, access or prepare medically appropriate meals for themselves,” said Moveable Feast Executive Director Tom Bonderenko. “These monies stay locally in the state of Maryland to serve those most in need, to help them maintain quality of life, to help create a healthier community and to help contain cost of health care for us all.” The original route had an additional 40-mile trek from Annapolis to Baltimore City, but with all the unrest happening, the city pulled the last leg of the ride. “We put a twist on the event. It will

be one day only on the Eastern Shore,” Bonderenko said. “For the safety of our riders and respect for the citizens of Baltimore we decided not to put more strain on law enforcement by riding through on Sunday.” Each of the 274 participants this year has pledged to raise a minimum of $1,500, which is the cost for Moveable Feast to feed one client for an entire year with nutritious meals. In addition, there will be 105 volunteers helping out at the event, Bonderenko said. On Saturday, riders will depart from the Ocean City Boardwalk on Third Street at 7 a.m. and head 100 miles across the backroads of the Eastern Shore of Maryland and end the day at Talbot County Community Center in Easton. This two-day event kicks off on Friday at 6 p.m. with dinner and an opening ceremony at the Atlantic United Methodist Church on the corner of Fourth Street and Philadelphia Avenue in Ocean City with karaoke at the Plim Plaza on Second Street at 8 p.m. Participants range in age from 10 to 60 years old and many have lost friends or family to HIV, AIDS or breast cancer. Since its inception, Ride for the Feast has generated $3.35 million for services to Moveable Feast clients,

Bonderenko said. Last year, more than $700,000 was raised during the event and 2015’s goal is to bring in the same amount. As of Monday afternoon, $452,938 had been raised so far. Ride for Feast originally started in Rehoboth Beach, Del. The route was changed to Ocean City in its 10th year. “We changed the starting point to Ocean City so that we were more in line with our service area on the Eastern Shore of Maryland,” Bonderenko said. Ocean City is the furthest distance Moveable Feast serves from its commercial kitchen in Baltimore. Employees travel through all towns on the Eastern Shore, Annapolis and the southwest part of Baltimore. In 2014, Moveable Feast served more than 5,300 households and provided 780,000 meals to clients, he added. Ride for the Feast was based on AIDS rides that occur across the country and a longtime supporter of Moveable Feast, David Andrews, started the event 13 years ago. “The difference is Ride for the Feast corporations provide sponsorships and money to cover the expenses associated with this ride so that every dollar raised by our riders goes back to our direct services. This See RIDE Page 47

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Did you head out to Smitty McGee’s Raw Bar in Fenwick Island, Del. last Sunday for Ocean 98’s Best Bloody Mary Contest? The competition was tough, but Fish Tales won the best overall trophy for a sixth year in a row. Matteos Salsa Loco from Fenwick took home the award for spicy Bloody Mary for a second consecutive year and Dewey Beach’s Starboard Restaurant won for presentation and the most creative Bloody Mary. This year’s turn out was great and while Ocean 98’s C.J. Downey is usually found behind the scenes keeping Bulldog and the Rude Awakening on point, she loves working events like this. Downey told me that she inevitably talks to a lot of listeners each weekday morning and that days like this give her an opportunity to put faces with the familiar voices. Like everyone else at Ocean 98, Downey really loves meeting the station’s listeners. Every once in awhile a kind of unique event pops up that really deserves a mention and I think this coming weekend it might be Cars & Coffee. The event will take place on Sunday, May 3 at 8:30 a.m. at Rosenfeld’s Jewish Deli on 63rd Street and Coastal Highway. As it turns out, Cars & Coffee is actually an organized event that takes place at random locations in all 50 states. Classic car owners gather over coffee and food to discuss their prized possessions and it simply gives this dedicated group an organized place to go and share their common interest. Comedians such as Jay Leno and Jerry Seinfeld have been known to frequent these informal gatherings across the country. I had an opportunity to chat with deli owner, Warren Rosenfeld about this Sunday’s Cars & Coffee meeting and he likens it to the equivalent of a book club. He is hoping to get 25-30 car owners to park and participate. Two lots for parking on 63rd Street, bayside, will easily accommodate more than that number, which means that this gathering already has builtin room to grow. Rosenfeld is ultimately hoping to

have regular Cars & Coffee meetings where people can share their classic cars, eat, chat and then after an hour or so, get on with the rest of their day. Rosenfeld has been collecting classic cars for the last 25 years and just last November he bought a 1956 Chevy Nomad delivery wagon for the deli. It seems like a pretty natural way for him to combine two things that he absolutely loves–classic cars and his thriving deli that just celebrated its second anniversary this past week. There’s a lot of stuff going on in Ocean City this week and plenty of things to get out and experience firsthand. Here are some suggestions for you. Harpoon Hanna’s Tiki Bar on Route 54 was supposed to celebrate its opening party last weekend but the weather was nothing but uncooperative so the festivities have been rescheduled for Friday, May 1. On Monday May 4, Fager’s Island on 201 60th Street will be having its very first deck party of the season with $7.25 barbecue platters and Corona Light for just $3.50. DJ Batman and DJ Robcee will both be on hand as well to rock the house. Cinco de Mayo is one of the biggest party days of the entire year and there are several places that will be celebrating in Ocean City. Here’s a list of some of what’s going on to celebrate Mexican ethnicity on May 5. Seacrets: Jamaica USA on 49th Street and the bay is putting its own spin on the holiday with a Jamexican Party that features dinner and drink specials. Zion Reggae will also hit the stage at 6 p.m. Guido’s Burritos at 3303 Coastal Highway in Ocean City will be commemorating Cinco de Mayo with a Day of the Dead party. The Dia De Los Muertos themed festivities will begin at 6 p.m. and Guido’s VIP cards will be available on this night only at both Guido’s locations (33rd Street and between First and Second streets on the Boardwalk). A Day of the Dead costume contest will include first, second and third place prizes, with winners being announced at 10 p.m. Professional See CATE Page 47

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Harpoon Hanna's staff, from left in back, Kwami Wright and Mike Deaton, and Kelsey Reilly, Lauren Kurz and Kim Kozak take care of patrons at the Route 54 restaurant last Friday.

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Bishop’s Stock in Snow Hill celebrates plein air painting Gallery to feature work of Gary Pendleton; signing copies of his book May 1

(May 1, 2015) During May, Bishop’s Stock will celebrate plein air painting with work by Gary Pendleton from North Beach in southern Maryland. Pendleton is the past president of the Mid-Atlantic Plein Air Painters Association and the author of 100 Plein Air Painters of the Mid-Atlantic, published in 2014 by Schiffer books. As a native Marylander, he finds inspiration in every corner of the state, from the Chesapeake Bay to Appalachian Mountains and beyond. Whenever possible, he takes his easel out to paint in the towns, cities and natural areas. The regular practice of painting from life, “en plein air,” allows him to create the feeling of light and atmosphere in his paintings. His love of plein air painting also lead him to research and write about regional artists who share his interest. His book is a catalog of regional paintings. It is packed with more

than 400 color reproductions of work by some of today’s finest landscape artists, including Kirk McBride, Lynn Lockhart, David Diaz, Stan Sperlak, Carole Boggemann Pierson and Leslie Belloso. The book not only documents the contemporary art scene, it includes a concise history of landscape painting in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Maryland, Delaware and Virginia. This is an ideal book for anyone who appreciates the MidAtlantic landscape or has an interest in painting. It is a wonderful introduction to traditional art of the region, and it will also appeal to art historians and collectors. The opening reception is Friday, May 1 from 5-8 p.m. at the Snow Hill shop. Pendleton will sign books that will be for sale at the gallery. Also showing will be a selection of plein air paintings created during Paint Snow Hill 2015. A number of these paintings were painted by artists featured in Pendleton’s book. For more information contact Bishop’s Stock at 410-632-3555 or info@bishopsstock.com.

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makeup artists will be on hand for sugar skull face painting and there will be models, music and giveaways all night long. Pizza Tugos in West Ocean City will feature a fundraiser to benefit Diakonia Inc., a residence in West Ocean City, which provides emergency and transitional housing, food services, counseling and assistance to its guests, on Tuesday, May 5 from 6-9 p.m. Come out for fun, 50-50, donations and more. Pizza Tugos is currently collecting: Unopened toilet paper, paper towels, Zip-loc bags, mesh/cloth laundry bags and disinfectant wipes. Items can be dropped off directly to Diakonia on Old Bridge Road in West Ocean City or brought to Pizza Tugos. Macky’s at 54th Street, bayside, has a lot going on already. Spring hours are in effect which means that it is open on Thursday 3 p.m. to 2 a.m. and then Friday through Sunday, 11a.m. to 2 a.m. Aside from the daily $15.95 dinner specials, happy hour runs from 3-6p.m. Recovery Sundays feature Mimosas, Bloody Marys and Brunch from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Seacrets is ushering in the new season with happy hour and raw bar specials from 4-7 p.m. Seacrets Rock

Bar will now be open on the weekends. The first beach party is Saturday, May 9, with the return of the Jim Long Band and some other great acts, including S.T.O.R.M. and The Zoo! There are still tickets available for Beatlemania, which takes place on Thursday, May 7 at 7 p.m. at the Ocean City inlet parking lot during Springfest. Tickets are still available for some of the concerts at The Freeman Stage at Bayside. Head on over to www.freemanstage.org for tickets. Have I missed anything? If you know of an event coming up that deserves mentioning or have any feedback on anything Ocean Cityrelated then drop me a line at cate@oceancitytoday.net. You can also follow me on Twitter @chained2mydesk. Be good to each other this week.

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Ride fundraiser for Moveable Feast Continued from Page 45 is a very unique aspect to the event, compared to other non-profit events,” Bonderenko said. Moveable Feast is the sole provider of free medically appropriate meals for people with life-threatening illnesses in Baltimore, the surrounding five counties and the Eastern Shore of Maryland for the past 25 years. The organization oper-

ates a distribution center in Hurlock, Md. in partnership with the Episcopal Diocese of Easton at St. Andrews Church, he added. The goal is to deliver one million meals in a single year, and a donation of $140 can feed a woman living with AIDS for a month. “We deeply appreciate Ocean City hosting us for the weekend, the outstanding support of the Ocean City

police department and the hospitality of the Atlantic United Methodist Church. You truly make us feel like a part of your Ocean City family,” Bonderenko said. Registration for the event closed on April 24, but donations to Moveable Feast can be made at any time by visiting its website at www.mfeast.org/support_us or call 410-327-3420 for more information.

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OC Community Health Fair, May 5 Eighty-nine exhibitors to attend 29th event; free screenings, tests available

By Zack Hoopes Staff Writer (May 1, 2015) The 29th annual Ocean City Community Health Fair will be held from 8 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. on Tuesday, May 5, at the Roland E. Powell Convention Center on 40th Street, featuring 89 health and medical service vendors as well as eight different free screenings and tests. “We’re able to offer a lot more screenings to the public due to our cooperation with Atlantic General Hospital,” said Dr. Melvin Friedman, the AARP’s Health Committee chair. This will be the ninth year that Friedman has organized the free event, which the Ocean City AARP Chapter 1917 co-sponsors alongside AGH and the Town of Ocean City. It will also be the second year of the event’s re-branding as the Ocean City Community Health Fair, as opposed to the former AARP Health Fair. “We did that consciously to attract a younger crowd. When people saw

‘AARP,’ they’d assume it was just for older folks,” Friedman said. “I would say most of the crowd is still 50 on up. We always hope for a younger group to show, though.” Besides demographics, Friedman has also seen the fair’s role change rapidly. Undoubtedly, the healthcare industry in Worcester County has undergone a huge boom in the past decade. “We’ve gotten a lot more medical facilities in the area [in the past decade],” Friedman, a former pharmacologist, said. “At the beginning, there just weren’t that many.” But where the fair once had to stretch to find exhibitors, there’s now a waiting list. Although 89 is the current cap, Friedman may be able to squeeze a few more vendors into the convention center’s upstairs hallway by Tuesday. Correspondingly, while the fair currently draws around 500 attendees, it previously saw twice that number, back when the AARP event was the only game in town, so to speak. “When this first started, there were close to 1,000 people that came though, because there weren’t other

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services out there,” Friedman said. “There are still plenty of people who can’t afford insurance. I can’t tell you how many people stop me and say they rely on this event every year because they still don’t have insurance that will cover these screenings.” All of the services offered at Tuesday’s event are free of charge. All testing is done by AGH, and users are sent their results in the mail. Those planning to get a blood test, remember to fast for 12 hours prior to the fair. This will also be the first year of participation by the Blood Bank of Delmarva. Several local businesses will be providing snacks and beverages for those who give blood during the fair. The Blood Bank of Delmarva will be holding a blood drive throughout the event as well. To make an appointment with the Blood Bank call, 8888BLOOD (888-825-6638). Friedman wished to thank Dawn Denton of AGH and AARP 1917 President Chris Norris for their continued support in helping him put on the event. For more information, call the Atlantic General Hospital Community Education office at 410-641-9268.

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HOROSCOPE ARIES - Mar 21/Apr 20

Aries, now is a great time to take a chance and try something new. Something different may be just what you need to get back in the swing of things.

TAURUS - Apr 21/May 21

A big change may be looming, Taurus. Think about leaving your comfort zone and trying an adventure. You never know what the experience will bring.

GEMINI - May 22/Jun 21

There’s a lot to accomplish right now, Gemini, but distractions seem to turn up just when you get on track. Try to keep your attention focused on the tasks at hand.

CANCER - Jun 22/Jul 22

You tend to gravitate toward leadership roles, Cancer. That can pack on the pressure, and sometimes you need a break. Choose this week to stand on the sidelines.

LEO - Jul 23/Aug 23

Leo, even though you’re excited about a planned getaway, you’re also a little apprehensive about leaving home for long. Shake off such feelings and enjoy the time away.

VIRGO - Aug 24/Sept 22

Virgo, trust your own instincts when an unusual situation arises. Others will offer advice, but you will be most satisfied if you go with your gut.

LIBRA - Sept 23/Oct 23

Libra, a friend reenters your life this week and you are better for it. Enjoy this rekindled friendship and set aside some time to catch up and share a few laughs.

SCORPIO - Oct 24/Nov 22

Scorpio, be alert at work this week, as a great opportunity may be coming your way and you want to be prepared. Supervisors will like that you’re on your toes.

SAGITTARIUS - Nov 23/Dec 21

Sagittarius, your excitement over an upcoming revelation has you wondering how long you can keep a secret. Hang in there a few more days, and all will work out just fine.

CAPRICORN - Dec 22/Jan 20

Capricorn, it is finally time to take a well-deserved rest. Make the most of this time to get some R&R as your schedule might be hectic once more in just a few days.

AQUARIUS - Jan 21/Feb 18

Aquarius, put yourself first this week, even if you have a lot of things on your plate. If you’re not at your best, you will not be able to help others, so take some time for yourself.

PISCES - Feb 19/Mar 20

Pisces, an unlikely source provides all of the inspiration you need this week. Be thankful to have such a person in your life.

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FAGER’S ISLAND 60th Street and the bay, Ocean City 410-524-5500 May 1: Kevin Poole, 5:30 p.m.; DJ Hook, 9:30 p.m.; Here’s to the Night, 10 p.m. May 2: Opposite Directions, 5:30 p.m.; DJ Groove, 9:30 p.m.; Bigg Romeo, 10 p.m. May 3: Everett Spells, brunch May 4: DJ Batman, 5:30 p.m.; DJ RobCee, 9:30 p.m.

May 2: Dave Sherman, 6-10 p.m. May 7: Aaron Howell, 6-10 p.m. HOOKED 8003 Coastal Highway, Ocean City 410-723-4665 Every Thursday: Rick Kennedy, 6 p.m. HOOTERS Rt. 50 & Keyser Point Road West Ocean City/410-213-1841 May 1-2: Push, 8 p.m. May 3: Going Coastal, 3 p.m. JOHNNY’S PIZZA & PUB

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By Kara Hallissey Staff Writer (May 1, 2015) The Eastern Shore International Mountain Bicycling Association (ESIMBA) will be hosting a bicycle awareness party on Monday, May 4, at OC House of Rock in West Ocean City. “People should attend because these five bike and pedestrian groups will be in the same place at once to give their opinions on biking. This is a brainstorming and fact-finding mission,” said event organizer, Tres Denk. “It’s important to the health and wellbeing of our county. People crossing paths help generate ideas that improve our lives.” The festivities begin at 7 p.m. with an information gathering session and family-friendly activities taking place. There is no cost to attend, but organizers are raising money and awareness during the event. “We are introducing our community to bike friendly ideas and will be asking for their ideas as well,” Denk said. “Be prepared to answer the question, what do you wish was better about walking, running and riding bikes in West Ocean City?” Local community groups such as Berlin Skate Bike Unite and the West Ocean City Pedal Pedestrian Committee will be in attendance. In addition, the Lower Shore Land Trust will have information on the Assateague Gateway Trail, Bike SBY from Salisbury and Maryland Coastal Bays are all slated for Monday’s activities. The goal of the event is to help build a safer and better-quality bicycling community in the area. Denk’s mom is making barbecue and there will be veggies and dip with chips. DJ Biggler, the voice of the Delmarva Shorebirds, will be providing entertainment and spinning tunes until 10 p.m. A Chinese auction will take place with items including a bike inspired by Little Miss Lovely, a Dolle’s candy gift basket, K-Coast goodies and prizes from Dogfish Head. In addition, a Wheel of Fortune fundraising game will have water bottles, bike tools and T-shirts, Denk said. Money collected from the auction will be used to further biking projects including trails at the YMCA and Pocomoke Forest in Pocomoke, to fund events such as Take a Kid Mountain Biking Day, Bike Rodeos and to continue educating the community in bike advocacy, he added. At 9 p.m., the Founders Awards will

be presented and trophies will be handed out to ESIMBA’s biggest sponsors, which are Ocean Cycles, Little Miss Lovely, Cycle Works, Dolle’s Candy, Fullcity Media, Fishers Popcorn, Buchanan Subaru, Continental Cycles, Burley Oak and Fenwick Islander Bicycle Shop. “The last four years could not have been possible without them,” Denk said. At 10 p.m., the event will cater to adults with hard rock bands, Flytrap and Chainsaw Riot taking the stage. Biking stories are encouraged and there will be discussions on the information shared throughout the evening. The Eastern Shore International Mountain Bicycling Association is a group of local biking enthusiasts who joined to create, enhance and protect natural surface trails. “We have been very successful and want to return the support we received from our community to grow and include all types of bicyclists and pedestrians,” Denk said. In July 2014, members started to explore the idea of a Bike Week for bicycles. “The Eastern Shore is an awesome destination as we all may agree. However, the journey for pedestrians, runners and bicyclists is less than adequate to average,” Denk said. “We have seen improvements with signs and bike lane markers, but how great could it get? How much better would it be if people could walk around and ride their bikes easily and more safely?” On Thursday, May 7, from 5-7 p.m. the ESIMBA will host a Bike Rodeo at Herring Creek Nature Park in West Ocean City for kindergarten through fourth grade children and all family members are welcome to attend. Another event will be held on Saturday, May 9, from noon to 2 p.m. at Bainbridge Park, at the North Gate of Ocean Pines. After a signed waiver, organizers will have a helmet check, give a basic skills course on bikes and then ride the trails. A Worcester County sheriff will attend to provide assistance, and snacks will be given out. Bring bikes, helmets, water bottles, closed toe shoes, bug spray and sunscreen. There will be several bikes available to use. Contact Mike Maykrantz for more details at mmaykrantz@comcast.net. For more information on ESIMBA or its upcoming events, visit www.esimba.org or call 410-430-4992.

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Restaurants vie for crab soup awards during OC festival

By Brian Gilliland Staff Writer (May 1, 2015) Eleven restaurants will compete for one of the three titles up for grabs during the Ocean City Downtown Association’s 11th annual White Marlin Festival and Crab Soup Cookoff, Saturday, on Somerset Plaza in downtown Ocean City. “Just because there are 11 restaurants doesn’t mean there will only be 11 soups,” OCDA administrator Mary Ann Manganello said. “Many competitors enter both the red and white categories.” The festival, which runs from noon to 3 p.m., is free to attend, and will feature booths by not only the competitors but also the Ocean City Life-Saving Museum, the Play it Safe program, the Ocean City Surf Club and Believe in Tomorrow Children’s Foundation. To taste the soups and vote for the winners, the cost is $12. Prizes will be awarded for best white and red soups as well as the best-decorated booth. Last year’s winners, Mother’s Cantina, in the white soup category and Fager’s Island in the red, will return. Also participating will be Eagle’s Landing, Buddy’s Crabs and Ribs, Phillips Seafood, the Lazy River Saloon, Pickles Pub, Seacrets Waterman’s Seafood, OC Brewing Company and The Pour House.

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Fifth annual Bikes to the Beach Rally runs through Sun.

Approximately 600 people attended the Ocean City Downtown Association’s 10th annual White Marlin Festival last year on the Somerset Street Plaza, which featured face painting, music and several organizations exhibiting displays. The highlight of the event was the annual Crab Soup Cookoff.

“We’ll easily get 1,000 people at the festival, and usually more than 600 will vote for their favorite soup,” Manganello said. The soup may be the centerpiece, but it is not the entirety of the event. “It’s just a lot of fun. Where else will you be able to try a lot of different soups from a wide variety of Ocean City’s favorite restaurants and vote for your favorite,” Lisa Aydelotte, event coordinator, said. Winners will be awarded a plaque to display in their restaurants and, of course, all-important bragging rights for a year. Live music will be provided by One Night Stand.

“It’s one of our biggest fundraisers. It’s our mission to bring people into Ocean City, particularly during the offseason,” Manganello said. Events sponsored by the Ocean City Downtown Association that will receive a portion of the funding raised from the Crab Soup Cookoff include the Halloween Parade and the Wicomico Street Winter Festival, Manganello said. “We try to give merchants a reason to stay open when they normally wouldn’t,” she said. Manganello expected to raise more than $6,000 through this event. Visit www.downtownassociation.net to learn more about the Ocean City Downtown Association.

By Kara Hallissey Staff Writer (May 1, 2015) Ocean City’s Bikes to the Beach Spring Rally is in full swing with a poker run, custom bike show, tons of live music and many more activities taking place throughout the area today, Friday, through Sunday, May 3. As it has since the event’s inception, Hooper’s Crab House in West Ocean City and Oasis Bar and Grill in Whaleyville will host most of the activities, which kicked off yesterday, Thursday. Between 15,000 and 18,000 bike enthusiasts show up for the rally every year. Weather play a big role in attendance, said Hooper’s General Manager Ryan Intrieri. “It’s a great event to get geared up for the 2015 season and anything we can do to generate business for restaurants, hotels and everyone else, we just want the town to prosper from it,” he added. Participants can register for the spring rally at Hooper’s, located at the foot of the Route 50 bridge, for $20 at any time throughout the weekend. The first 200 people to register at Hooper’s will receive a T-shirt, drink tokens and chance tickets to See POKER Page 52

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Continued from Page 51 win prizes, including an all-expense paid vacation for two to Las Vegas. Prizes such T-shirts, hotel stays, restaurant gift cards and bike rally packages will be given out at Hooper’s all weekend long, Intrieri said. In addition, there will be live music, vendors selling a variety of products and apparel and drink specials. A bike will be raffled off, as well. Bikini model and “Miss Bikes to the Beach,” Tori Abel, will be on hand all weekend to sign autographs and pose for photos. Maryland Lottery will be introducing its new Harley Davidson scratch off tickets. On Saturday morning, American Legion Post #166 will host Ocean City’s fourth annual Poker Run. Participants can sign up online or register at Hooper’s Crab House on Saturday at 10 a.m. The Poker Run begins at noon and will cost $20 per bike with a $10 fee for a passenger. Riders will win cash, trophies and door prizes. All proceeds will go to supporting troops and the community. Register online at www.oceancitybikestothebeach.com/ delmarva-bike-tour-events. The Custom Bike Show also takes place at Hooper’s on Saturday, where bikers can showcase their rides and compete for the opportunity to be featured in Thunder Roads Magazine. Categories include best of show and customized bikes. Bike Show judging starts at 2:15 p.m. with registration closing at 2 p.m. Registration costs $10 and all proceeds benefit local charities. Visit www.oceancitybikestothebeach.com/ delmarva-bike-tour-events for more information on the event. Down the road at Oasis in Whaleyville, there will be live entertainment from a variety of bands throughout the four-day event including Haleytown, The Alley Cats, 3

On the Tree and its featured act of the weekend, Down South Jukin with special guest Gene Odom. The band from Jacksonville, Fla. and is considered the closest act to the real Lynard Skynard. Odom will be on hand to sign autographs while the band performs from 4-8 p.m. on Saturday night. The bar at 7539 Old Ocean City Road will have multiple vendors, food specials and a frozen T-shirt contest, manager Jack Seamon, said. “Were looking forward to a great event to kick off summer,” he added. “Everyone needs to come down and stop by all the places holding events and have a good time.” Some of the other Ocean City venues hosting Spring Bike Rally events include Pickles Pub on Eighth Street and Fish Tales on 22nd Street, bayside. Visit www.oceancitybikestothebeach.com/delmarva-bike-tourevents for information on events happening around town. The Spring Bike Rally started five years ago when some local business employees got together and decided to have an event to satisfy the communities need to bring people back to the town during the off-season. “It has grown every year and its going in the right direction,” Intrieri said. “Bringing people to the beach is good for everyone.” Fish Tales, Rommel and Jack Daniels are the main event sponsors. For each $10 participants spend in any of the event sponsor locations including participating hotels and restaurants, they will receive a chance ticket to redeem at Hooper’s or Oasis. Visit www.oceancitybikestothebeach.com/delmarva-bike-tourevents for more information about the Bikes to the Beach Spring Rally, running today through Sunday at Hooper’s, Oasis and other Ocean City locations.

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Goal to raise $35,000 through event; funds go to support premature children

By Kara Hallissey Staff Writer (May 1, 2015) About 200 walkers participating in the 25th annual Worcester March for Babies at Assateague State Park in Berlin Saturday, will help give hope to the 410 premature babies born on the Eastern Shore this year. “Born and raised in Worcester County, the Eastern Shore is special to me. We are a very giving and philanthropic county,” said Jessica

Hales, Eastern Shore March of Dimes Division director. “Watching our community come together for healthier babies is a beautiful sight to see.” The walk begins at 10 a.m. with a 4-mile trek along Assateague State Park. Participants have the option to walk on the beach. Strollers and dogs are welcome, Hales added. There is no cost to register and funds raised are from donations the participants seek out from friends, their family and the community. Some walkers held fundraising events for their teams to help raise money for babies, Hales said. See WEST Page 54

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Lee West pictured after his first March for Babies event in May 2012. The West family will serve as the 2015 March for Babies Eastern Shore Ambassador Family at Saturday’s event. West was born six weeks early.

Lee West, his sisters, Abby and Emily, and mom, Becky, back left, are joined by Missy Bertrand, center, and friend Brandi Cirillo during last year’s March for Babies walk to benefit March of Dimes at Assateague State Park.

West family to lead March for Babies walk Continued from Page 52 A registration tent will open at 9 a.m. for participants who want to sign up or turn funds in on event day and opening ceremonies begin at 9:40 a.m. Moonbeam will be providing entertainment. There will be carnival games for children and a warm-up performance from Twisters Gym-

nastics in Berlin. The Assateague Mobile Sport Fisherman’s Association (AMSA) will cook hot dogs for the returning walkers in its cook-shack, and beverages will be provided by Pepsi. The walk lasts a little more than an hour and participants who raise $200 or more will receive a March for Babies T-shirt and are invited to

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an after-party at Seacrets with lite fare and beverages directly following the walk. There will be a memory garden to remember the babies who were not able to be saved. In 2014, Worcester March for Babies raised more than $25,000 with nearly 150 walkers. The goal for this year is $35,000 and Hales is confident it will be met with 125 walkers already signed up as of April 24. “We have high hopes for Assateague’s 25th year. So far, the community has really rallied behind the mission of healthy babies and we are very confident that they will reach their goals,” Hales said. Worcester County has raised more than $700,000 for March of Dimes since 2002 with the annual walk, she said. The West family of Snow Hill is the Eastern Shore Ambassador Family, Becky and Lee will be cutting the ribbon and leading the walk with their two daughters and son, Lee. Lee arrived six weeks early and was airlifted to Children’s National

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Medical Center in Washington, D.C. where he remained for 12 weeks fighting through multiple surgeries, procedures and Sepsis. Today, he is an active 3-year-old and proudly calls the scar on his abdomen his “battle wound.” “It is absolutely heart wrenching to watch your newborn baby fight for their life, while you as a parent cannot do anything to help them get better,” Becky West said. “Every day in the NICU feels like an eternity. We need to do everything we can to raise money for the March of Dimes to keep this kind of funding on the Eastern Shore.” Ironically, West has participated in the Assateague Walk for Babies since 1997, never knowing she would one day deliver her son premature and said it’s more meaningful for her to walk now. “The March of Dimes is not just about the premature babies or the sick babies, it is about all babies. The babies that haven’t been born yet are what the cause is all about, ensuring that when it is their time they will be born healthy and full See MARCH Page 56

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March for Babies events this year in 700 locations Continued from Page 54 term,” she said. “If you have a niece, nephew, cousin or grandchild, you have been touched by the March of Dimes.” March for Babies was established in 1970 and has raised more than $2 billion nationwide to benefit all babies. In 2015, walks will be held in almost 700 locations and they are the organization’s largest annual fundraising event. For more than 75 years, mothers and their children have benefited from March of Dimes research, education, vaccines and scientific advances. Preventing premature birth, birth defects and infant mortality is its mission and has been important to March of Dimes since its inception. The funding the non-profit provides helps women to have full-term pregnancies and healthy babies. “I have already put in an order for a beautiful sunny day to march for babies. It will be a great day of fun and fellowship for all that attend,” Hales said. For more information about March for Babies and to register or donate, visit www.marchforbabies. org or call 1-800-525-9255.

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Warm anchovy vinaigrette compliments rabe Continued from Page 57 sionate connoisseurs when it comes to anchovies. Hamsi are a major part of the Turkish culture as they are sold in fish markets, street carts, chic cafes and fine dining establishments. The preparations are endless and satisfy an obsession that is quite ancient. The recent appeal of the brighteyed, oily fish is due to what scientists and food experts call “umami,” an indescribable fifth taste that takes your eating experience beyond salty, sweet, sour and bitter. Umami can be found naturally in foods such as Parmesan cheese, seaweed, meats, truffles, shiitake mushrooms and anchovies. The tiny fish remind me of caviar; you either love or detest them. Anchovies have received a bad rap due

to the processing procedure. Because of their size and oily content they do not transport well. If one ever has the opportunity to try fresh anchovies, do not be shy and say “absolutely.” Size can be deceiving and intricacy is a pleasant surprise. Warmed anchovy vinaigrette enriched with fresh lemon juice parlays wonderfully with the natural bitterness of broccoli rabe. A sprinkle of sweet currants support the sweet and savory theme. Warm vinaigrette as opposed to a cold vinaigrette highlights the individual ingredients which enhances the overall experience. Broccoli rabe with warmed anchovy vinaigrette is an innovative twist on traditional dressings and perfect for the spring.

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minutes. Immediately remove vegetables and immerse in ice-water bath until cool. Strain to remove excess water. 4. In the same pan, heat 6 tablespoons of olive oil over medium-low heat. Add 10 anchovies, garlic, shallots and sauté for 7 minutes. 5. Transfer anchovy mixture, lemon juice, and Dijon mustard to a blender and puree. Add salt and pepper to taste and adjust any seasonings. 6. Return pureed anchovy vinaigrette, broccoli rabe, remaining chopped anchovies, lemon zest, red pepper flakes and currants to the same pan and cook sauté over medium-high heat for 5 minutes. Serve immediately. Secret Ingredient - Fame. “Fame is a fickle food - Upon a shifting plate.” — Emily Dickinson

MSO season finale concert and dinner celebrate arts (May 1, 2015) Celebrate the Mid-Atlantic Symphony Orchestra’s Season Finale “A French Connection” on Sunday, May 3, at the Community Church at Ocean Pines located at Route 589 and Racetrack Road at 3 p.m. The program includes French music by Claude Debussy and Cesar Franck with soprano Janice ChandlerEteme performing solo the Chants d’Auvergne, a collection of folk songs from the Auvergne region of France arranged by Joseph Canteloube between 1923 and 1930. Concert tickets cost $38 per person. To commemorate Music Director Julien Benichou’s 10th anniversary

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By Peter Ayers Wimbrow III Contributing Writer (May 1, 2015) This week 70 years ago, Gen. Helmuth Weidling, commander of Berlin Defense Area, surrendered his command and the city of Berlin, to General Vasily Chuikov, commander of the Soviet 8th Guards Army, and defender of Stalingrad. On the morning of April 20, the round-the-clock bombing of the German capital by the American Army Air Force and the RAF ceased. It was almost as if the Allied air forces were allowing the Berliners to enjoy the special rations being distributed for der Führer’s birthday. It certainly had that effect, as the citizens emerged from their cellars, bomb shelters and metro stations to stand in the food lines. The months’ long bombing campaign had destroyed 6,340 acres of the city and killed 52,000. It was just the opening act for what was to come. At 2 p.m. that afternoon, artillery of the 79th Rifle Corps of the Third Shock Army, commanded by Vasily Ivanovich Kusnetsov, which was a part of 1st Belorussian Front, commanded by Marshal Georgy Zhukov, began shelling the German capital. The shelling would not cease until the city surrendered. This merely continued the hell of day-and-night bombing by the Americans and British – only with the bombing there was a warning before the detonations. The next day, units of Marshal Zhukov’s Front entered the city limits. Meanwhile, the 1st Ukrainian Front, commanded by Marshal Ivan Konev, and the 2nd Belorussian Front, commanded by Marshal Konstantin Rokossovsky, were completing the encirclement of the doomed city. Combined strength of the three fronts totaled 2.5 million soldiers, 6,250 tanks and self-propelled guns, 7,500 aircraft and 41,600 artillery pieces. The city’s defenders numbered less than 200,000. As the noose tightened, and the Red Army reached the outskirts of the city on April 23, der Führer appointed Gen. Weidling as the commander of the Berlin Defense area. The day before, der Führer had ordered his execution for having retreated during the Battle of Seelow Heights However, that was a “misunderstanding” that was resolved before he was executed, and he was now being promoted. While this was occurring, the citizens of Berlin huddled in their cellars – terrified – awaiting the hell that they knew was coming. They knew because they knew that their Wehrmacht had invaded their erstwhile ally, four years earlier, without cause or provocation. They knew that their Wehrmacht See GEN. Page 60

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Gen. ordered to defend city, never surrender Continued from Page 59 had raped, pillaged, plundered and murdered its way across the great steppes of the USSR. And they knew that the Red Army was bent on taking full revenge at every opportunity. They knew what had occurred in the areas of eastern Germany that the Red Army had already overrun. And they knew that nothing would save them from the Soviet wrath. Upon his appointment as commander of the Berlin Defense Area, Gen. Weidling was, of course, ordered to defend the city to the last man, with no surrender. Gen. Weidling told his associates, “I’d rather be shot than have this honor!” The

force that he inherited included remnants of the following units: the 20th Panzergrenadier Division, commanded by Major Gen. George Scholze; 9th Parachute Division, commanded by Lt. Col. Harry Herman; the Müncheberg Panzer Division, commanded by Maj. Gen. Werner Mummert; the SS Nordland Panzergrenadier Division, comprised, primarily, of Danes and Norwegians, commanded by Joachim Ziegler; the 18th Panzergrenadier Division, commanded by Maj. Gen. Josef Rauch; and SS Charlemagne Grenadier Division, commanded by SS-Standartenführer Walter Zimmermann.

Marshal Zhukov’s 1st Belorussian Front and Marshal Konev’s 1st Ukrainian Front linked on April 25, completing the encirclement of the beleaguered city. Templehof Airport was captured on April 26, by elements of Gen. Chuikov’s Eighth Guards Army and First Guards Tank Army, commanded by Mikhail Katukov. Late that evening, Gen. Weidling met with Hitler and proposed a breakout from the encircled city. After listening to his proposal, der Führer said, “Your proposal is perfectly all right. But what is the point of it all? I have no intentions of wandering around in the woods. I am

staying here and I will fall at the head of my troops. You, for your part, will carry on with your defense.” The defenders held an area 15 miles long and 1.5 miles wide, at its narrowest. By April 28, Soviet soldiers were within a half-mile of the Führerbunker. The last two Knight’s Crosses were awarded the next day. One went to Frenchman Eugéne Vaulôt of the SS Charlemagne Grenadier Division and the other to SS Sturmbannführer Friedrich Herzig. Both men earned the decoration for destroying eight Soviet tanks, each. On April 29, the 79th Rifle Corps began the battle for the Reichstag, which the Nazis had burned in 1932

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and blamed on the Communists. Unknown to the Soviets, the building had not been used since. But Stalin, having seen the effect of the iconic photograph of the flag-raising on Mt. Surabachi, on Iwo Jima, wanted something similar – and he wanted it on May 1. The next day, Soviet soldiers brought 90 heavy guns to begin shelling the building. Later that morning, Gen. Weidling met again with der Führer and explained that the troops would be out of ammunition by nightfall, and again requested permission for his troops to escape the city. The general was not given an answer and returned to his headquarters. At about 1 a.m., he received der Führer’s permission to break out. Mikhail Petrovich Minin, of the 150th Rifle Division, commanded by Maj. Gen. Vasily Mitrofanovich Shatilov, was the first Soviet soldier to enter the Reichstag. At 10:40 p.m. on April 30, 1945, he attached the Red Banner to the roof of the building. Since it was dark, there was no photo. For this, Minin was awarded the Order of the Red Banner. On May 1, Gen. Weidling was summoned to the Führerbunker, underneath the Reich Chancellery, where he was informed that der Führer, and

his new wife, had committed suicide. Reichsminister of Propaganda, Joseph Goebbels, sent Gen. Hans Krebs and Col. Theodore von Dufeing, Gen. Weidling’s Chief of Staff, to attempt to negotiate with Gen. Chuikov. They arrived before 4 a.m. but the Soviet General would accept nothing less than unconditional surrender. At 8:30 p.m., the Reichsminister and his wife, having already poisoned their children, committed suicide. That day, Red Army photographer, Ukrainian Yevgeny Khaldei, took the famous photograph of Soviet soldiers raising the Red Banner over the Reichstag, signifying the triumph of the USSR over the Third Reich. However, when the photo was developed, it was discovered that the soldier holding the flag was wearing two wristwatches, so they had to be removed from the picture before it could be published. The Soviets did not want the world to think that their soldiers were a bunch of looters! The cost of the photograph was 2,200 Soviet, and 2500 German soldiers. Gen. Weidling had his chief of staff arranged a meeting with Gen. Chuikov, which occurred around 8:30 a.m. Gen. Chuikov ordered Gen. Weidling to, “Write an Order regardSee ALTOGETHER Page 64

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Child Abuse AwAreness Month worcester County Commissioners present a proclamation recognizing April as national Child Abuse Awareness Month to Program Manager, wendy Myers and other members of the Children’s resource intervention Center Kids empowerment team (CriCKet) Center of berlin, April 7.

seMinAr For the second year, the Young Professionals Committee in connection with the ocean City Chamber of Commerce, hosted a job and career seminar for After school Academy participants at stephen decatur high school, March 31. Pictured, in back, are diakonia representative, Anna o’neill; Young Professionals Committee members, Chrissy Maddy, Alison McCarty and sara sabia, and in front, Fiona o’brien, summer Vinson, tess hutchins and Kaya Purnell.

worcester Prep fourth grade students sophie swier, left, and linley hill, were honored by the Maryland Municipal league as winners in the 2015 “if i were Mayor” essay competition. hill was the district 1 winner and swier, the district 1 finalist.

oFFiCers GrAduAte wicomico and worcester County jail and correctional officers who graduated in the 92nd entrancelevel class of the eastern shore Criminal Justice Academy operated by wor-wic Community College in salisbury, in front, from left, are Jack K. Moyer iii, duvon o. Purnell and Joshua t. tyndall of the worcester County Jail and detention Center and robert M. luckett of the ocean City Police department. in the back row, from left, are Christopher e. Condos, Joshua d. Foster, Christina l. Furniss, letasha t. harmon, edward l. holland and Courtney J. hutt of the wicomico County department of Corrections.

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Atlantic General hospital was presented with the susan G. Komen Maryland Pink ribbon Community Partner Award at the affiliates’ annual appreciation event on March 19. AGh Community education Manager, dawn denton, accepts the award from robin Prothro, founding Ceo of Komen Maryland. AGh is committed to Komen Maryland’s mission through sponsorship of the ocean City race for the Cure since its inception and partnership for the eastern shore symposium for the past two years. denton, previous Komen Maryland survivor Awardee, sits on the symposium Committee and the oC race Committee. in addition to her volunteer support, the staff of the eunice Q. sorin women’s diagnostic Center attends the es Consortium meetings, and has partnered to host two symposiums in the area with an AGh surgeon and oncologist serving as expert presenters.

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Stephen Decatur High School students and teachers cried, laughed and listened in awe as renowned Australian author Susanne Gervay spoke to the group about her life challenges, experiences, inspirations and her techniques in storytelling on April 13. Pictured are Patrick Reid, Barrett Moncure, Reagan Dunham, Gervay, Alea Aul and Monica McInerney.

Raymond M. Thompson, president of Taylor Bank, presents $50,000 to Alane Capen, president of Coastal Hospice, as a pledge toward the campaign to build Coastal Hospice at the Ocean, a hospice residence and outreach center coming to Berlin.

STRIP MINING IMPACT Ocean City Elementary School students, Leslie Hernandez and Sandra Pawlowska, from Dr. Melanie Biscoe's fourth grade class, are discovering the impact of strip mining on the land using chocolate chip cookies. They created innovative ways to mine the "coal" (chocolate chips) from the "land" (the cookie) causing as little damage as possible.

CAREER DAY Artist Brooks Rogers, Chef Rob Conner, Civil Engineer Terry McGean, Interior Designers Bridgette Ebaugh and Stacy Simpson, firefighter/paramedic Jeff Aperance, musician Darin Engh, police officer Frank Wrench, WBOC Digital Media specialist Ethan Holland and veterinarian Dr. William Schultz presented to Ocean City Elementary School fourth grade students for Career Day, April 10.

ARBOR DAY THANK YOU Lisa Brown, Sue Vickers and Genevieve Bauer, the administrative assistants at Ocean City Elementary School, were honored on Administrative Professionals' Day with flowers, cards, signs and many other special treats from OCES faculty, staff and students.

Elroy, the Elks mascot, was on hand to help Ocean City Elementary School's second graders celebrate Arbor Day on April 24 and to plant a tree. This is an annual event which has been going on since 1984. Also in attendance was Ocean City Mayor Rick Meehan, right, Senator Jim Mathias, left, and state Delegate Mary Beth Carozza. Pictured with them, from left in back, are Larry Batis, Drug Awareness Chair, Tristryn Wolf and Joey Lassman (Elroy) and in front, Nelly Carson, Jacquline Navarireta, Lauren McAdams, Michael Cantine and Lori Holland.

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Altogether, 100K civilians die in final battle; 304K Soviets Continued from Page 61 ing complete capitulation. Then your conscious will be clear.â&#x20AC;? Gen. Weidling then wrote, â&#x20AC;&#x153;On 30th April 1945, the FĂźhrer committed suicide, and thus abandoned those who had sworn loyalty to him. According to the FĂźhrerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s order, you German soldiers would have had to go on fighting for Berlin, despite the fact their ammunition has run out and despite the general situation which makes our further resistance meaningless. I ordered the immediate cessation of resistance.â&#x20AC;? Later that day, loud speakers announced the general surrender order. Copies were distributed among the remaining defenders. Another 134,000 German soldiers marched

into Soviet captivity, including Gen. Weidling, who died in Soviet custody on Nov. 17, 1955. In the weeks that followed, few Berlin women of any age were able to avoid being raped, multiple times, by Soviet soldiers, freed slave laborers and prisoners. Altogether, 100,000 civilians died in the final battle. Soviet casualties numbered 304,000. NEXT WEEK: V-E DAY Mr. Wimbrow writes from Ocean City, where he practices law representing those persons accused of criminal and traffic offenses, and those persons who have suffered a personal injury through no fault of their own. Mr. Wimbrow can be contacted at wimbrowlaw@gmail.com.

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(May 1, 2015) The Ocean City Elks Lodge #2645 announces the 2015 Ocean City Hometown Heroes Military Banner Program. Local active duty military service personnel from Worcester County will be honored by having their pictures featured on 20 patriotic banners along the Ocean City Boardwalk. These banners will be on display through early October. There will be a Banner Dedication Ceremony on Friday, May 8 at 11:30 a.m. at the Firefighters/911 Memorial on the Boardwalk at North Division Street. These 20 banners will fly from the amusement pier, along the beach, north to Fourth Street. At the end of the season, the banners will then be presented to the honored Hometown Hero, or their family members, at a Banner Presentation Ceremony at the Ocean City Elks Lodge on Saturday, Oct. 24 from 2-4 p.m. Everyone is invited to attend both the dedication and presentation ceremonies. Local businesses, fraternal organizations and citizens sponsor the banners honoring Hometown Heroes. The cost to sponsor an Ocean City Hometown Hero is $295. The Ocean City Hometown Heroes Military Banner Program is based on a successful program in the City of Temecula, Ca. For more information, contact Pat Riordan, Ocean City Elks, Veteranâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Committee, at 443-623-6162 or email 91454@mchsi.com.

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Local Ultimate Frisbee team to compete in championship

By Brian Gilliland Staff Writer (May 1, 2015) In early October 2014, USA Ultimate, the national governing body of organized Ultimate Frisbee, announced the inaugural beach championship to be held in Virginia Beach, May 2-3, 2015. Local pro Alex Jacoski, fresh from organizing the first season of Ocean City Beach Ultimate, and its signature tournament, the Ocean City Beach Classic, knew he needed to pull together his Humiliswag club team to make a run at the tournament title. Jacoski put a squad together featuring Ultimate Frisbee training guru, Tim Morrill, soon-to-be teammate on the DC Breeze team, Bryant Dean, pickup player, Dan Dypsky, and recent transplant, Jordan Queckboerner, who will compete in this weekend’s inaugural beach championship as well as take the next step to make Ocean City a destination for beach and pickup Ultimate Frisbee. The Ocean City team has been seeded second in the tournament. Being on the No. 2 squad is bittersweet for Morrill, since the No. 1 team is a club from Boston that Morrill coached for two years. The Ocean City games have come a long way since Jacoski started organizing leagues, setting schedules and enforcing game rules. His stated goals are to make the Ocean City area an incubator for talent to step up the level of play utilizing the facilities, fields and beach that aren’t available elsewhere. This is Jacoski’s second year playing for the DC Breeze, and he was named strength and conditioning coach for the team this year owing it to his work with Humiliswag teammate, Morrill. Morrill and Jacoski were co-captains of Salisbury University’s Buzz club team as students. Morrill formed his own business, Morrill Performance, based on developing Ultimate Frisbee specific training modules. He spent the last few years circling the globe training and coaching teams, but has landed in Ocean City once again to promote the area as a destination for the game. “I was always told to create the product you want to use,” Morrill said, after noticing there were no specific training regimens dedicated to his sport. An Achilles tendon injury put a damper on his play for a while, forcing him to focus on the conditioning side. Now that he’s healed, he said he could rededicate himself to the game. “I sort of came in the back way. Usually you play high-level Ultimate and then focus on the conditioning aspect, but I’m going at it the other way around,” he said. Dean won a spot on the DC Breeze with Jacoski earlier in the year, but has played on previous Humiliswag incarnations and in the pickup leagues. Playing professional Ultimate had

been a long-term goal for Dean, who is now focused on winning the tournament and highlighting the area as a place to train for the pros. “I’m so proud of what’s going on down here in Ocean City and with the leagues. We’re furthering the top end of the game, and players come down to play with us. It’s exciting on a lot of levels what we’ve built here,” Dean said. For Dean, teamwork is key. “At the end of the day the club is who you’re with, and it’s all about being good ambassadors for the game.” Dypsky is new to the team, but not the game. His participation in the pickup league predates Jacoski’s involvement. He works at Marty’s Playland full time and is married with two children. “[Jacoski and Morrill] called me on April Fool’s Day and told me they thought I could be an asset to the team. I’m still not convinced it’s not a joke, and if it is, it’s a long running one,” he said. Dypsky competes in triathlons and adventure races as well as playing soccer, and said his goal is to complete an Ironman. “The challenge for me is to catch up with the strategy in a high-level game,” he said. Queckboerner, a recent transplant, left a job in Iowa selling Kellogg’s cereals to move to West Ocean City specifically to train in both beach and Ultimate Frisbee. “I attended a class Tim Morrill was teaching, and he introduced me to the game. I like the athleticism, the competition the people and the atmosphere,” he said. Queckboerner competed against Jacoski during the World Championships earlier in the year in Dubai, United Arab Emirates on Team Qatar. Pickup games are played at the Worcester Athletic Complex off Route 113 Monday nights at 6 p.m. The Beach league will begin later this year and be held on Thursday nights. For more information, visit www.ocbeachultimate.com.

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Coastal Hospice to offer volunteer training course

(May 1, 2015) Coastal Hospice & Palliative Care is offering an introduction and training course for anyone interested in volunteering at the nonprofit organization that serves Dorchester, Somerset, Wicomico and Worcester counties. Coastal Hospice depends on a dedicated staff of volunteers to fulfill its mission. Patient volunteers offer comfort and companionship to patients and their families, provide transportation and deliver supplies. Other volunteers support the staff with office work or assist at the Coastal Hospice Thrift Shop in Berlin. Those interested in volunteering for patient visits are invited to attend the training course on two Saturdays–May 2 and May 9–from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Coastal Hospice Volunteer Offices, Philmore Commons, 224 Phillip Morris Drive, Suite 102, Salisbury. Persons interested in volunteering for office or thrift shop work are invited to attend Saturday, May 2 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., but are also invited to attend both days. Along with information about opportunities for volunteering with Coastal Hospice, the course will include discussions about end-of-life changes, the hospice philosophy, admission criteria and patient rights. The course is open to anyone, and attendees are not required to commit to volunteering. There is no cost to attend. For more information or to register for the course, call Judy HuntHarris, manager of volunteer services, at 410-543-2590. Founded in 1980, Coastal Hospice is a nonprofit health care organization that cares for individuals facing life-limiting conditions but who want to remain as active and engaged as possible. Coastal Hospice cares for patients in their home, nursing home, assisted living facility or at Coastal Hospice at the Lake.

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Calendar to noon, through April 25. Serving pancakes, eggs, bacon, sausage, etc., and coffee. Suggested donation is $7. Proceeds support the Huey Veteran’s Memorial Display. Info: Airport Ops, 410-213-2471 or Coleman Bunting, 410-726-7207.

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

PANCAKE BREAKFAST — VFW, Post 8296,

kids, exhibits and live music. The public and sample and vote for a small fee. Info: 410-289-1413 or www.downtownassociation.net.

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

eral Hospital, Conference Room 2, 9733 Healthway Drive, Berlin, noon to 1 p.m. Group shares experience, strength and hope to help others. Open to the community and to AGH patients. Info: Rob, 443783-3529.

RIDE FOR THE FEAST — Ocean City Board-

FARMERS MARKET — White Horse Park,

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HABITAT FOR HUMANITY WAREHOUSE OPEN — Habitat for Humanity of Worces-

Submit calendar items to: editor@oceancitytoday.net. Submission deadline is 5 p.m. Monday, the week of publication. Local submissions have priority. Area event listings are subject to space availability.

FRI. May 1 KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS BINGO — Columbus Hall, 9901 Coastal Highway (behind of St. Luke’s Church), Ocean City. Doors open at 5 p.m. and games begin at 6:30 p.m. Refreshments for sale. Info: 410524-7994.

BUS TRIP TO GREEN DRAGON FARMERS MARKET — Located in the heart of the

Pennsylvania Dutch Country, the Green Dragon features more than 400 local growers, merchants and craftsmen. On May 1, buses will leave from Snow Hill at 6:30 p.m. and from Ocean Pines at 7 a.m. Cost is $43. Sponsored by the Worcester County Library Foundation. Reservations: For Ocean Pines pickup is at the Ocean Pines library. For Snow Hill pickup call Lisa Outten Stant, 410-6323970.

‘ALADDIN JR.’ — Most Blessed Sacrament Catholic School, 12242 Racetrack Road, Berlin, 7 p.m. Tickets cost $5 for adults and $2 for students. Info: 410-208-1600 or www.mostblessedsacreamentschool. com. BES RELAY FOR LIFE SPRING FLING —

Costa Ventosa Winery, 9031 Whaleysville Road, Whaleyville, 5:30-8 p.m. Tickets cost $15 and includes light fare, a glass of wine or beer, water soda and entertainment. Also a Chinese auction and additional beer or wine may be purchased. Proceeds benefit the Buckingham Elementary School’s Adult American Cancer Society Relay For Life Team. Info: 410352-9867.

‘THE ART OF HEARING … OR NOT’ OPENING RECEPTION — Ocean City Center for the Arts, 502 94th Street, 5-7 p.m. Unique art and public awareness exhibit on hearing loss and communication. Featuring Barbara Hager, Amy Marcoux, Kathy Mumford and Willow Salzer. Info: katie@artleagueofoceancity.org or www.artleagueofoceancity.org.

SAT. May 2

PLANT MAZE IS TURNING 20 — Planet Maze, 3305 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, noon to 2 p.m. RSVP: Cathy, 410524-4386. 11TH ANNUAL WHITE MARLIN FESTIVAL & CRAB SOUP COOK-OFF — Somerset Street

Plaza, downtown Ocean City, noon to 3 p.m. Crab soup cook-off with local chefs competing for the title of “Best Crab Soup.” Also featuring entertainment for

walk at Third Street, 7-7:45 a.m. A twoday, 140 bicycle ride from Ocean City to Baltimore City with proceeds benefiting Moveable Feast. Info: Samantha Flotternesch, 410-327-3420, Ext. 11 or sflotternesch@mfeast.org.

sateague Island and finish their 13.1 miles in the Ocean City Inlet. 5K runners run along the Ocean City Boardwalk. Packet pick-up for May 1, 1-9 p.m. Info: Chis Klebe, dom1414@aol.com or www.octrirunning.com.

WORCESTER COUNTY GARDEN CLUB PLANT AUCTION AND SALE — Calvin B.

Taylor House Museum, 208 N. Main Street, Berlin, 10 a.m. Annuals, perennials, shrubs and other garden related items. Info: Glenda Clarke, 410-6322504. Rain date is May 3.

OUTDOOR FLEA MARKET — Bethany United Methodist Church, 8648 Stephen Decatur Highway, Berlin, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Breakfast, lunch, soups and baked goods. Table rental: 410-629-0926. ‘ALADDIN JR.’ — Most Blessed Sacrament

Catholic School, 12242 Racetrack Road, Berlin, 7 p.m. Tickets cost $5 for adults and $2 for students. Info: 410-208-1600 or www.mostblessedsacreamentschool. com.

QUARTER AUCTION — Parsonsburg Fire

House. Doors open at 5 p.m., auction starts at 6 p.m. Tickets cost $7 in advance or $10 at the door (includes one paddle). Additional paddles cost $3. Refreshments available, 50/50s, various vendors. Proceeds benefit the Buckingham Elementary School’s Adult American Cancer Society Relay For Life Team. Tickets: Ellen Lurz, 443-814-5450.s

KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS BREAKFAST SPECIAL — Columbus Hall, 9901 Coastal Highway (behind St. Luke’s Church) in Ocean City, 8-11:30 a.m. Menu includes scrambled eggs, western omelet, bacon, sausage, home fries, chipped beef, toast, French toast, pancakes, blueberry pancakes, orange juice and coffee. Cost is $9 for adults and $4 for children 7 and younger. Info: 410-524-7994.

PANCAKE BREAKFAST — Ocean City Mu-

nicipal Airport, Terminal Building, 9 a.m.

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.

ter County Warehouse, 7033 Worcester Highway, Newark, 8 a.m. to noon. Currently accepting donations in the form of gently used furniture, appliances and building supplies. Info: 410-208-4440.

SUN. May 3

KIWANIS ITALIAN DINNER — DeNovo’s

Trattoria, 11310 Manklin Creek Road, Berlin, two seatings at 5 p.m. and 6 p.m. Cost is $10 for adults and $5 for children 11 and younger. Carryout available. Walk-ins taken as space permits. Benefits the Youth of our community. RSVP: Ralph Chinn, 410-208-6719.

SPRING FLING — Golden Sands Condominium, 10900 Coastal Highway, Ocean City. Cocktails and appetizers (cash bar), 6-7 p.m. and buffet dinner and dancing, 7-10 p.m. Music by Bob Hughes. Contact: Tom Mullin, 410-641-6139. ‘ALADDIN JR.’ — Most Blessed Sacrament Catholic School, 12242 Racetrack Road, Berlin, 3 p.m. Tickets cost $5 for adults and $2 for students. Info: 410-208-1600 or www.mostblessedsacreamentschool. com. KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS BREAKFAST SPECIAL — Columbus Hall, 9901 Coastal Highway (behind St. Luke’s Church) in Ocean City, 8-11:30 a.m. Menu includes scrambled eggs, western omelet, bacon, sausage, home fries, chipped beef, toast, French toast, pancakes, blueberry pancakes, orange juice and coffee. Cost is $9 for adults and $4 for children 7 and younger. Info: 410-524-7994.

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.

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nicipal Airport, Terminal Building, 9 a.m. to noon, through April 26. Serving pancakes, eggs, bacon, sausage, etc., and coffee. Suggested donation is $7. Proceeds support the Huey Veteran’s Memorial Display. Info: Airport Ops, 410-213-2471 or Coleman Bunting, 410-726-7207.

MON. May 4

RAFFLE FUNDRAISER — Berlin Intermediate School PTA will be raffling 10 gift baskets. For a complete list of gift baskets, go to www.berlinintermediate.org and click on the PTA link. For raffle tickets, contact Trisha Kaufman, 410-7062257 or come out to Sweet Frog, 67th Street, bayside, Ocean City from 5-7 p.m. Raffle will be held at 7 p.m.

AARP MEETING — Ocean Pines Community Center, 235 Ocean Parkway. Social time at 9:30 a.m., meeting at 10 a.m. Speaker will be Jackie Harper from AARP Services. Take a can of food for Diakonia. Info: Larry Walton, 443-831-1791 or lrwalto@yahoo.com. FREE SKIN CANCER SCREENING —

Richard A. Henson Cancer Institute at Peninsula Regional Medical Center, 100 East Carroll St., Salisbury, 3:30-6:30 p.m. Appointments required: 410-5437006.

LA ON LOCATION RIBBON CUTTING — Liquid Assets Bistro and Package Goods, Ocean City, noon. A full service custom catering division that focuses on a personalized approach using local and seasonal produce. Info: LA94.com or Paula Ross, 410-524-7037. HYPERTENSION CLINICS — Sponsored by

Atlantic General Hospital and takes place the first Monday of every month at Apple Discount Drugs, 314 Franklin Ave., in Berlin, 10 a.m. to noon and at Walgreens, 11310 Manklin Creek Rd., in Ocean Pines, 1-3 p.m. Free blood pressure screening and health information. Info: Dawn Denton, 410-641-9268.

CANCER THRIVING AND SURVIVING WORKSHOP — Ocean Pines Community Center,

235 Ocean Parkway, 1-3:30 p.m. For those in treatment of cancer, individuals in recovery and caregivers to attend together. The workshop is free and meets six weeks, April 13-May 18. Register: Gail

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CALENDAR Mansell, 410-641-9725 or gmansell@atlanticgeneral.org.

NAMI FAMILY-TO-FAMILY EDUCTION PROGRAM — Worcester Youth & Family Center, 124 N Main St, Berlin, 6:30-9 p.m. These 12 classes, held Mondays and Thursdays for 6 weeks, are structured to help caregivers understand and support individuals with serious mental illness. Registration required: 443-229-2744 or namimdls@gmail.com.

CPAP MASK FITTING — Atlantic General

410-641-7052 or rec@oceanpines.org. Info: www.OceanPines.org, Teresa Travatello, 410-641-7717, Ext. 3006 or ttravatello@oceanpines.org.

HYPERTENSION CLINICS — Sponsored by

Atlantic General Hospital and takes place at Rite Aid, Selbyville, Del., 10 a.m. to noon and at Walgreens, Clarksville, Del., 1-3 p.m. Free blood pressure screening and health information. Info: Dawn Denton, 410-641-9268.

Hospital Sleep Disorders Diagnostic Center, 9733 Healthway Drive, Berlin. Free, monthly mask fitting clinic for patients who are having trouble adjusting to their CPAP equipment. By appointment only: Robin Rohlfing, 410-641-9726.

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United Methodist Church, 405 Flower St., Berlin, first Monday of each month, 6-7 p.m. All welcome. Info: Darlene Jameson, 410-629-6877 or the AGH Diabetes Outpatient Education program, 410-641-9703.

TAKE OFF POUNDS SENSIBLY MEETING —

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.

DELMARVA SWEET ADELINE CHORUS MEETS WEEKLY — The Delmarva Chorus,

Sweet Adeline’s, meets each Monday from 7-9 p.m., at the Ocean Pines Community Center, 239 Ocean Parkway. Women interested in learning the craft of a cappella singing welcome. Info: 410641-6876.

TUES. May 5 29TH ANNUAL COMMUNITY HEALTH FAIR — Ocean City convention center, 4001

Coastal Highway, 8 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Offering free health screenings including glucose and lipid panel (12 hour fast required), vendors and free health education. Info: Melvin Friedman, 410-524-1177, http://aarp1917.org, Dawn Denton, 410-641-9268 or ddenton@atlanticgeneral.org.

ALZHEIMER’S ASSOCIATION CAREGIVER EDUCATION SERIES — MAC, Inc. Area

Agency on Aging Senior Center, 909 Progress Circle, Salisbury, 1-3 p.m., Thursdays, April 7-May 26. This free, eight-session series, titled “Living with Alzheimer’s Disease for Care Partners,” is designed to help caregivers of people with Alzheimer’s disease and dementia. Middle stage, part 2. RSVP is requested: Amy Schine, 410-749-4940 or amys@geried.com.

LIFETIME INCOME SEMINAR — Ocean

Pines Community Center, 235 Ocean Parkway, 2-4 p.m. Robbin Gray will discuss how retirees can make the most of their retirement, investments, Social Security and other income. Free and open to the public, but registration is required:

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

WED. May 6 FREE FIRST TIME HOMEBUYER SEMINAR — Ocean City Chamber of Commerce, second floor, 12320 Ocean Gateway, West Ocean City. Registration, networking and breakfast at 8:30 a.m., seminar from 910:30 a.m. Hosted by the Young Professionals of Ocean City.

PTA PROSPECTIVE STUDENT MEETING —

Wor-Wic Community College, Room 109 of the Allied Health Building, Salisbury, 6-8 p.m. Students interested in the new physical therapist assistant (PTA) program are required to attend one of these meetings (May 6, May 14 or June 10). Reserve a seat: sennis@worwic.edu or 410-572-8740.

HYPERTENSION CLINICS — Sponsored by

Atlantic General Hospital and takes place the first Wednesday of every month at Rite Aid, 10119 Old Ocean City Blvd., in Berlin, 10 a.m. to noon and at Rite Aid, 11011 Manklin Creek Road in Ocean Pines, 1-3 p.m. Free blood pressure screening and health information. Info: Dawn Denton, 410-641-9268.

DIABETES SUPPORT GROUP — Ocean

Pines library, 11107 Cathell Road, 7-8 p.m. on the first Wednesday of each month. All welcome. Info: AGH Diabetes Outpatient Education program, 410-6419703.

BINGO — Every Wednesday at Ocean City

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

DELMARVA HAND DANCE CLUB — Meets every Wednesday at Peaky’s Rooftop Restaurant & Bar, located in the Fenwick Inn, 13801 Coastal Highway, Ocean City. Beginner and intermediate lessons, 5:30-

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

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

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

BAYSIDE BEGINNINGS AL-ANON FAMILY GROUP MEETING — Ocean Pines Commu-

nity 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.

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

THURS. May 7

SPRINGFEST — Ocean City Inlet Lot, 10

a.m. to 8 p.m. Food, live entertainment and unique arts and crafts under four big-top tents. Continuous variety of musical performances on two stages. All entertainment is free with the exception of the headline act. Tonights headliner is Beatlemania, 7 p.m.. Tickets cost $10 and $15 and may be purchased through Ticketmaster (www.ticketmaster.com or 800551-7328) or at the Convention Center Box Office, Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Admission to the festival is free. Info: 800-626-2326 or www.ococean.com.

Info: Arlene, 302-436-9577; Kate, 410524-0649; or Dianne, 302-541-4642.

BINGO — American Legion Post 166, 2308 Philadelphia Ave., in Ocean City, every Thursday, year round. Doors open at 5 p.m., games start at 6:30 p.m. Food available. Open to the public. Info: 410289-3166. CHAIR AEROBICS — St. Peter’s Lutheran Church Community Life Center, 10301 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, 1-2 p.m. Free will offering appreciated. Sponsored by St. Peter’s Senior Adult Ministry. Info: 410-524-7474.

ONGOING EVENTS

‘ASK A MASTER GARDENER’ — Ocean Pines library, 11107 Cathell Road, every Tuesday, 1-4 p.m., through September. Offered by the University of Maryland Cooperative Extension Service. Put plant damage samples in a plastic bag and label with name and phone number. SPRING RESTAURANT WEEK — Through-

out Ocean City, April 19-May 3. Participating restaurants offer great deals on their menu items. Info: 410-289-6733 or www.oceancityrestaurantweek.com.

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

11107 Cathell Road, second Tuesday of each month, 2:30 p.m. Speakers, exercise, discussions and more. Info: 410208-3132.

MAC INC. FUN DAY — Jolly Roger Amusement Park, 2901 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, July 25, rain or shine. Tickets include unlimited Splash Mountain and golf from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and amusement rides from 2-6 p.m. Tickets cost $25 and are on sale in advance only by calling 410-742-0505, Ext. 113. Proceeds provide scholarships to the Richard A. Henson Wellness Center at MAC Inc.

WOMEN’S CLUB OF OCEAN PINES MEETING — Ocean Pines Community Center,

STAR CHARITIES MEETING — Ocean Pines library, 11107 Cathell Road, 10 a.m., on the first Friday of each month. Meeting of volunteers. Info: Anna Foultz, 410641-7667.

NATIONAL DAY OF PRAYER — In front of

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235 Ocean Parkway, 10 a.m. Scholarships and community donations for membership year 2014-2015 to be awarded. Refreshments served. Info: Dianna Bolyard, 410-208-9326. City Hall, 301 Baltimore Ave., Ocean City, noon, rain or shine. Members of the community pray for our nation, leaders, community and more. Government leaders, ministers and citizens will participate.

Pine’eer Craft and Gift Shop, White Horse Park, 239 Ocean Parkway, Ocean Pines. Shop will be open every Saturday, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. and every Sunday, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Featuring the latest creations by members of the Pine’eer Craft Club.

Crossword answers from page 60 NAMI FAMILY-TO-FAMILY EDUCTION PROGRAM — Worcester Youth & Family Center, 124 N Main St, Berlin, 6:30-9 p.m. These 12 classes, held Mondays and Thursdays for 6 weeks, are structured to help caregivers understand and support individuals with serious mental illness. Registration required: 443-229-2744 or namimdls@gmail.com.

BEACH SINGLES — Every Thursday,

Beach Singles 45-Plus meets for happy hour at Harpoon Hanna’s, Route 54 and the bay, Fenwick Island, Del., 4 p.m.

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Berlin carver Bennett Scott, center, judges the Masters’ Lifesize division with Jeff Krete, left, and Gilles Proud’homme during the 45th annual Ward World Championship Wildfowl Carving Competition at the Ocean City convention center on 40th Street last weekend.

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(Left) This piece carved by Richard Finch of Valley Mills, Tex. took first place in the Masters’ Decorative Lifesize Wildfowl division during the 45th annual Ward World Championship Wildfowl Carving Competition last weekend at the Ocean City convention center. (Right) World Decorative Miniature Wildfowl carving of a Bird of Paradise by Gary Eigenburger of Green Bay, Wis.

Ward Museum announces carving competition winners (May 1, 2015) The Ward Museum of Wildfowl Art, Salisbury University, held the 45th annual World Championship Wildfowl Carving Competition and Art Festival last weekend at the Roland E. Powell Convention Center on 40th Street in Ocean City. More than 630 carvings were entered by carvers of all levels, from youth to world class, in 39 divisions which include life-size and miniature decorative bird carvings, interpretive carvings and several categories of working decoys. During the award ceremony last Saturday night, the winners of the World Champion Divisions were announced. They are: •Division A - Decorative Life-size Wildfowl: first, Bohemian Waxwing by Larry Barth, Stahlstown, Pa.; second, Blue Breasted Bee Eaters by Todd Wohlt, Appleton, Wis. and third, Saw Whet Owl by Pat Godin, Paris, ON, Canada •Division B - Floating Decorative Life-size Waterfowl Pair – Single Loon (with or without chicks): first, Shoveler

by Richard Reeves, Covington, La.; second, Shoveler by John Scallan, Covington, La. and third, Shoveler by Glenn McMurdo, Cobourg, ON, Canada •Division C - Decorative Miniature Wildfowl: first, Bird Of Paradise by Gary Eigenberger, Green Bay, Wis.; second, Reddish Heron by Todd Wohlt, Appleton, Wis. and third, Solitary Sandpiper by Larry Barth, Stahlstown, Pa. •Division D - Interpretive Wood Sculpture: first, Wind Riders by William Casto, Williamsburg, Va.; second, Beginner’s Luck by Daniel Burgette, Tetonia, Idaho and third, Cresting The Wave by Lynn Branson, Courtenay, BC, Canada •Division SR - Shootin’ Rig: first, Redhead & Canvasbacks by Pat Godin, Paris, ON, Canada; second, Redbreasted Mergansers by Walter Gaskill, Beaufort, N.C. and third, Beaufort, NC by Tom Christie, Waverly, Iowa. For more information call 410-7424988, ext.106. or visit the Ward Museum website at www.wardmuseum. org.

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Warren Rosenfeld, owner of Rosenfeld's Jewish Deli on 63rd Street, will host a Cars & Coffee event on Sunday, May 3 at 8:30 a.m.

Bradley Martinelli and Rebekah Smith enjoy fish tacos at Macky's last Thursday during the 54th Street restaurant’s season-opening party.

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Gathering for a photo at Macky's on 54th Street last Thursday, from left, are Adam Moliski, Sarah Parsons, Megan Schultz, Alyssa Nasoni and Melissa Frank.

Kerry Cettei of Ocean City Brewing Company serves the brewery's signature beer-based Bloody Mary during Ocean 98's annual Best Bloody Mary Contest on Saturday afternoon at Smitty McGee's on Route 54.

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Angie Choate, left, and Amanda Lewis of event host Smitty McGee's pour tomato and vodka refreshments during Ocean 98's Best Bloody Mary Contest last Saturday.

Fish Tales staff, from left, Brandon Hemp, Kelly Gee, and Jayme Erbe present “Crabby Mary” during Saturday's Ocean 98 Best Blood Mary Contest at Smitty McGee's. It won for the sixth consecutive year.

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Meet artists during opening reception at OC arts center ‘Art in Bloom’ theme of May show featuring multimedia art, paintings and drawings (May 1, 2015) Spring is in bloom in the galleries of the Ocean City Center for the Arts during the month of May. The public is invited to the free opening reception at the 94th Street arts center on First Friday, May 1, from 5-7 p.m. to meet the artists and enjoy hors d’oeuvres from Blu Crabhouse & Raw Bar. “Art in Bloom” is the theme of the group show for May, featuring paintings, drawings and multimedia art by members of the Art League of Ocean City and their guests. May’s featured artists are Barbara Beauchamp, Lois Engberg and Katie Engberg, family members and painters who have joined together for a show entitled “3 Generations.” Beauchamp works in watercolors, Lois Engberg produces traditional still life paintings and Katie Engberg specializes in portraiture. Also featured in May is an exhibit entitled “The Art of Hearing…or Not,” a unique art and public awareness exhibit on hearing loss and communication, hosted by the Bay Area Center for Independent Living and funded by a grant from the Community Foundation of the Eastern Shore. The exhibit will

feature the artwork and life stories of four Maryland artists with hearing loss — Amy Marcoux, Barbara Hager, Kathy Mumford and Willow Salzer — and demonstrate how they cope through the use of modern assistive technology. Jeweler Donna Yannucci continues through May as the jewelry artist in residence. Carrying through the May theme of “Art in Bloom” is a floral arrangement competition inspired by the paintings on the walls of the arts center. Local floral designers and garden clubs will select a piece of art that inspires them and create a one-of-a-kind floral arrangement based on that piece. The arrangements will be on display along with demonstrations and activities on Saturday and Sunday, May 16 and 17, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. The Ocean City Center for the Arts at 502 94th Street is the home of the Art League of Ocean City, a nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting the visual arts in the Ocean City area through education, exhibits, scholarships, programs and community art events. The arts center is supported by memberships, corporate and civic funding, donations and sales of art. More information is available at 410-524-9433 or www.artleagueofoceancity.org.

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Ocean City’s Springfest celebrates 25 years Four-day festival begins next Thursday and runs through Sun., May 7-10

By Kara Hallissey Staff Writer (May 1, 2015) Residents and visitors alike know summer is only a short time away when Springfest returns to Ocean City next week, featuring four fun-filled days of food, live entertainment and arts and crafts vendors under huge tents in the inlet parking lot.

“Springfest celebrates its 25th anniversary this year, which makes it a part of Ocean City history and it is fitting that it resides over Mother’s Day weekend,” said Frank Miller, Special Events superintendent for the Town of Ocean City. “There’s no better place to pull the family together and bring mom out for the day to enjoy her family with shopping, music, food and the fun of Ocean City’s Boardwalk and beach.” The first 500 moms to enter Springfest will receive a button pin with the 25th anniversary logo and a

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Food, music, arts and crafts highlights of OC Springfest four-day festival, he added. More than 250 artisan vendors will be on site selling photography, fine art, jewelry, decorative items and many more treasures. “Springfest, just like Sunfest, pulls together arts and crafts vendors from all over the country including California, Florida, New Hampshire, Georgia, Michigan and Texas,” Miller said. “It is a terrific mix of talent, product offerings and just great people who want to share their creations with our attendees. Springfest, being the easier of the two shows to join, tends to be the first to add new products; so it is where you can see it first.’” Come to Springfest hungry because at least 18 vendors will be inside the food tent dishing up a variety of tasty treats including dessert cakes, pizza, pit beef, ham and turkey, chicken tenders, corn dogs, chicken lo mein and wraps. There will be plenty of activities for children including inflatable bounce houses and a rock climbing wall. Dozens of free musical performances will be taking place all weekend from dancers to jazz and blues music. The fifth annual Band Jam will take place next Thursday at 5 p.m. where local musicians get together on the Springfest stage and jam out together. This year’s jam band line-up includes Kevin Poole, Joe Smooth, John Remy, Joe Mama, Mike Armstrong, Lauren Glick and Jeff Davis. Headlining acts start off with a performance from Beatlemania Again on Thursday night at 7 p.m., and tickets are still available for $1015. Tickets can be purchased by calling 1-800-551-7328, on site at the festival’s ticket booth or through Ticketmaster.com. The performance provides the audience with a chronological journey back in time from the Beatles debut on the Ed Sullivan Show to the final years of “Let it Be.” On Friday, May 8, a sold-out performance by country music star Vince Gill will begin at 8 p.m. He has won 18 CMA honors and eight ACM awards. Since 1990, Gill has received 20 Grammys and has sold more than 26 million albums. Gill was inducted into the County Music Hall of Fame in 2007, is a member of the Grand Ole Opry and received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in 2012. The final headlining act, Pat Benatar and Neil Giraldo, sold out on Monday and will be performing on Saturday, May 9, at 8 p.m.

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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 / $$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / Reservations accepted / Children’s menu / Full bar / Western Caribbean cuisine, Eastern Shore favorites, gourmet and tasty liquid desserts. ■ ALEX’S ITALIAN RESTAURANT, Route 50, West Ocean City 410-213-7717 / www.ocitalianfood.com / $-$$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / Reservations accepted / Full bar / Serving homemade Italian cuisine, steaks, seafood, chicken, pork and pasta. Elegant dining room with fireplace. Early bird specials every day from 5-6 p.m. ■ BILLY’S SUB SHOP, 120th Street, Food Lion Shopping Center, 410-723-2500; 140th Street, Ocean City, 410-250-1778; Route 54, Fenwick Shoals, Fenwick Island, Del., 302-436-5661 / $ / V-MC-DIS / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Dine in, carry out. Fast delivery. Open 7 days 11 a.m. – 3 a.m. Ocean City’s most famous sub and pizza shop since 1959. An OC tradition where a sandwich is a meal, serving fresh dough pizza, subs, burgers, cones, shakes and sundaes with beach delivery available. ■ BJ’S ON THE WATER, 75th Street, Ocean City 410524-7575 / www.bjsonthewater. com / $-$$ / V-MCAE-DIS / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Full bar / Open year-round. Entire dining menu served 11 a.m. to 1:30 a.m., seven days a week. Daily specials, daily duck feeding. Entertainment every Wednesday, Friday and Saturday. No cover. Available for parties and banquets. Indoor and outdoor dining. ■ BLUE FISH JAPANESE & CHINESE RESTAURANT AND SUSHI BAR, 94th Street, Ocean City 410-5243983 / www.bluefishoc.com / $-$$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / Reservations accepted / Full bar / Japanese and Chinese restaurant and sushi bar with beer, wine and cocktails. Dine in, take out and delivery available. ■ BOURBON STREET ON THE BEACH, 116th Street & Coastal Hwy., (Behind Fountain Head Towers Condominium), Ocean City 443-664-2896 / www.bourbonstreetonthebeach. com / $$-$$$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / Reservations recommended for large parties / Children’s menu/ Full bar / Serving Lunch & Dinner. Eastern Shore fare with a New Orleans Flare. Seafood, Steaks & Pasta dishes—Specializing in Jambalaya, Creole, & Gumbo. Our Signature Tenderloin New Orleans is heaven on a plate- Blackened Filet Mignon topped with a Blackened Crabcake smothered in our spicy Hollandaise sauce & homemade Bourbon Bread Pudding topped with home-made ice cream & rum sauce. Home of the Ragin’ Cajun Bloody Mary. Happy Hour 4-7 p.m. Weekly entertainment. Like us on Facebook. ■ CAPTAIN’S TABLE RESTAURANT, 15th Street and the Boardwalk, Ocean City 410-289-7192 / www.captainstableoc.com / $$-$$$ / V-MC-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 / claddaghontheshore.com / $ - $$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / Reservations accepted / Children's menu / Full bar / Casual dining in a relaxed atmosphere, specializing in steaks and seafood. Open for breakfast and dinner. Reservations accepted, childrens menu and take-out available. ■ DOUGH ROLLER, South Division Street & Boardwalk, 410-289-3501; 3rd Street & Boardwalk, 410289-2599; 41st Street & Coastal Hwy, 410-524-9254; 70th Street & Coastal Hwy, 410524-7981 / www.DoughRollerRestaurants.com / $ / V-MC-AE-DIS / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Ocean City’s favorite family restaurant for 35 years. Great kid’s menu. Dayton’s Boardwalk Famous Fried Chicken and Seafood now served — fresh breaded and cooked to order. Available at South Division, 41st and 70th St locations. ■ DUFFYS, 130th St., in Montego Bay Shopping Ctr. & Coastal Highway, Ocean City 410-250 1449 / www.duffysoc.com / $-$$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Full bar / Casual dining indoor or outdoor seating. Irish fare & American cuisine—Something for everyone our menu features appetizers, soups, salads, sandwiches, steaks & seafood. Dine In, Carry Out, Happy Hour Daily 3-6 pm. ■ FAGER’S ISLAND RESTAURANT & BAR, 60th Street on the bay, Ocean City 410-524-5500 / www.fagers.com / $$-$$$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / Reservations accepted in the dining room only / Children’s menu / Full bar / Upscale restaurant on the bay. Casual fine dining, fresh fish, prime rib and seafood. Lighter fare menu served on our decks or inside. ■ FISHTALES BAR & GRILL, 21st Street and the Bay, Ocean City 410-289-0990 / www.ocfishtales.com / $-$$$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Full bar / FishTales located in a premier outdoor beach location on the bay with the best sunsets. Come for the best local fare. We offer lunch and dinner with great happy hour food and drink specials.

Kids play area too!!!! So sit back and enjoy. ■ GENERAL’S KITCHEN, 66th Street (under The Skye Bar), Ocean City 410-723-0477/ $-$$ / V-MCDIS / No reservations required / Open Wednesday through Monday, 6:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Everybody loves breakfast and that is what we are about. House Specialty and The Original House of Creamed Chipped Beef, we make it from scratch and it’s our own recipe! We have it all from juice, cereal, waffles, eggs, corned beef, hash browns, pancakes, bacon, sausage and more. General’s Kitchen #1 Breakfast place in OC. ■ HARBORSIDE BAR & GRILL, 12841 S. Harbor Road, West Ocean City 410-213-1846 / www.ocharborside.com / $$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Full bar / Open seven days a week, 11 a.m. to 2 a.m. Casual waterfront dining serving seafood, steaks, sandwiches, salads, wraps and pasta. Home of the “Original Orange Crush.” Entertainment Thursday through Sunday. ■ HARPOON HANNA’S RESTAURANT & BAR, Route 54 and the bay, Fenwick Island, Del. www.harpoonhannasrestaurant.com / $$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Full bar / Casual waterfront restaurant serving lunch, dinner. Fresh fish, seafood, steaks, sandwiches and all-youcan-eat Alaskan crab legs. Open year-round. ■ HEMINGWAY’S AT THE CORAL REEF, 17th Street, in the Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites, Ocean City 410-2892612 / www.ocmdhotels.com/hemingways / $$$ / 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 / $-$$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Full bar / We have proudly served Ocean City, Maryland for over 40 years. Known for All You Can Eat crabs, crab legs, fried chicken, steamed shrimp, and baby back ribs. ■ HIGH STAKES BAR & GRILL, Route 54, Fenwick Island, Del. 302-537-6971 / $-$$ / V-M-AE-DIS / No reservations required / Carry-out available / Full bar / Casual dining, daily happy hour and daily food specials. Live entertainment. ■ HOOTERS, Route 50 & Keyser Point Rd., West Ocean City 410-213-1841 and 5th Street, Ocean City / www.hootersofoc.com / $-$$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / Full bar / Open daily at 11 a.m. Brand new menu. Delicious juicy burgers, garden fresh salads, 12 delicious wing sauces and signature seafood entrees. Tropical frozen drinks and signature Hooters cocktails. Large parties are welcome. Call for private party information. Carry out available. The year round Route 50 location features happy hour daily, live entertainment every weekend and bike Night every Wednesday. ■ HORIZONS OCEANFRONT RESTAURANT, 101st Street, Ocean City 410-524-3535 / www.clarionoc.com / $-$$ ($20-45) / V-MC-AE-DIS / Reservations accepted / Open tables / Children’s menu / Full bar / Horizons Oceanfront Restaurant is proud to serve delicious, beach-inspired dishes in both our oceanfront restaurants, Horizons and Breakers Pub. New all-day menu, available 11:30 a.m. to 11 p.m., features many favorites, as well as exciting new creations with a local flare. Deluxe Sunday breakfast buffet open year-round and AUCE prime rib, crab legs and seafood buffet available most weekends. ■ JOHNNY’S PIZZA PUB, 56th Street, Ocean City 410-723-5600 / www.johnnyspizzapub.com / $ / VMC-AE-DIS / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Full bar / Ocean City’s official pizzeria and pub featuring homemade pizzas, serving 18 different gourmet pizzas including local favorites - Johnny’s Special, Neptune’s Seafood Feast Pizza, and MD Blue Crab. Huge variety of calzones, subs, burgers and sandwiches to choose from. Ocean City’s place for jumbo wings with 20 different sauces. Coldest draft beer in town served in a chilled mug. Voted best sound system for live music. Carry out or delivery til 4 a.m. ■ JULES FINE DINING, 118th Street, Ocean City 410-524-3396 / www.ocjules.com / $$, $$$ / V-MCAE-DIS / Reservations accepted / Children’s menu / Full bar / Local fare, global flair. Fresh seafood yearround, fresh local produce. ■ KITCHEN RESTAURANT, Corner of Philadelphia & Wicomico Street, Ocean City 410-289-2226 / $ / VMC-DIS / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Free parking for customers. Open for breakfast and lunch 7 days per week. Home-style cooking, family atmosphere and reasonable prices. Breakfast features huge omelets, home-made cream chip beef, delicious French toast and Momma’s Home-Made Greek Pasteries. Fresh produce from our own gardens. ■ KY WEST BAR & RESTAURANT, 5401 Coastal Highway, Ocean City 443-664-2836 / www.kywestoceancity.com / $$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / Reservations accepted / Children’s menu / Full bar / Ky West is becoming the local's fine dining and casual fare destination. Ocean City's best veal chop, the freshest seafood and great pasta dishes. Our experienced chefs deliver the finest in cuisine nightly. Ky West has a fine

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dining side, as well as a beautiful bar best described as New York funky chic. Whether you chill out on our sofas, hang in the bar, or grab a table, Ky West will provide excellent food & drink for a great dining adventure. ■ LONGBOARD CAFÉ, 67th Street Town Center, Ocean City 443 664 5639 / www.longboardcafe.net / $$ / V-MC-DIS / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Full bar / We are the locals favorite serving lunch and dinner. Longboard Cafés menu offers unparalleled flare from the lite fare to dinner entrees — offering a variety of burgers, paninis, sandwiches and salads … even a popular "veggies" menu featuring their famous wrinkled green beans. Signature house libiations and signature entrees made with the finest ingredients from local farms and fisheries. A family restaurant. ■ MACKY'S BAYSIDE BAR AND GRILL, 5311 Coastal Highway, Ocean City 410-723-5565 / www.mackys.com / $$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Full bar / Macky’s is a rustic open air water front seafood restaurant and bar with a beautiful private white sandy beach. Open for lunch everyday at 11 a.m., Happy Hour from 3-6 p.m. and dinner until 10 p.m. Lite fare until 1 a.m. Take out available. ■ MARINA DECK, 306 Dorchester St., Ocean City 410-289-4411 / www.marinadeckrestaurant.com / $$$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / Reservations accepted for large parties / Children’s menu / Full bar / Ocean City, Maryland's #1 Seafood restaurant! Check out our delicious AYCE Menu: Steamed Shrimp, BBQ Ribs, and Blue Crabs & Crab Legs. Relax and enjoy your dinner while the kids play in our brand new multi-level kid’s area! Join us for lunch & dinner in our dining room or on our open air, roof top deck or at the Wild Pony Bar for our signature cocktails and breathtaking Assateague Island view! ■ MERMAID COVE PUB, 33195 Lighthouse Road, Williamsville, West Fenwick, Del. 302-436-0122 / $ / V-MC / No reservations required / Full bar / Get ship-wrecked at the Mermaid Cove with pub, drink and food specials daily. Lump crab cakes, rock and mahi tacos, fried oyster sandwiches and platters are among the items to choose from. Breakfast served weekends. Open seven days a week for lunch and dinner. Take-out available. ■ OCEAN CITY BREWING COMPANY, 56th Street, Ocean City 443-664-6682 / www.ocbrewingcompany.com / $-$$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / No Reservations required / Children’s menu / Full Bar / Family Restaurant. Craft Beer. Serving lunch and dinner daily 7 days a week, 11am-2am. Menu selections "Almost Famous" Made to Order Eggrolls, Gourmet Flatbreads, Signature Salads and Sandwiches, Soft Tacos, Fresh Burgers, and more. Happy Hour Sunday-Friday, 3-6 p.m. and 10 p.m. to close. Now offering gourmet breakfast, Saturdays and Sundays, 8 a.m. to noon. ■ OCEAN SIDE SUB SHOP, 205 Coastal Highway, Fenwick Island, Del. 302-539-5388 / www.oceansidefenwick.com / $ / V-MC-DIS / No reservations required / Serving pizza, subs, cheese steaks and munchies to locals and visitors for more than 30 years. Open for lunch and dinner. Takeout available. ■ P.G.N. CRABHOUSE, 29th Street, Ocean City 410289-8380 / $ / V-MC-DIS / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Beer, wine / The Kaouris family has been serving the finest crabs, seafood, steaks and chicken to Ocean City locals and visitors since 1969. ■ PHILLIPS SEAFOOD, Crab House, 21st Street, Ocean City 410-289-7747 and Seafood House, 141st Street, Ocean City 410-250-1689 / PhillipsSeafood.com / $$$$$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / No reservations required / Full bar / Traditional Dining - Buffet - Carry Out. Early Bird Menu when seated before 5pm - All-You-Can-Eat Buffet - Voted OC’s Best Buffet. Featuring over 75 items including Snow Crab Legs, Carving Station, Made to Order Pasta, Handmade Crab Cakes & so much more. ■ POPEYE’S LOUISIANA KITCHEN, Route 50, West Ocean City 443-664-2105 / $ / V-MC / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Family restaurant. Eat-in, carry out or drive-thru. Open seven days, yearround. Every Tuesday, two-piece chicken for 99 cents. Every Wednesday, free kids meal with purchase of combo. ■ ROPEWALK - A FENWICK ISLAND OYSTER HOUSE, 700 Coastal Highway, Fenwick Island, Del. 302-5810153 / $$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / Reservations accepted except 6-9 p.m. / Children’s menu / Family restaurant / Takeout available except between 6-9 p.m. / Full Bar / Lunch and dinner served. Family friendly dining with a rotating oyster list and seafood creations paired with our fresh fruit crushes and extensive craft beer menu. ■ SEACRETS, 49th Street, Ocean City 410-5244900 / www.seacrets.com / $$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Full bar / Island atmosphere. Soups, salads, Jamaican jerk chicken, appetizers, sandwiches, paninis, pizza and fresh seafood. ■ SEASONS OCEANFRONT RESTAURANT, 118th Street, in the Carousel Oceanfront Hotel and Condos, Ocean City 410-524-1000 / www.carouselhotel.com / $-$$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Full bar / Open seven days a week. Oceanfront dining in a casual atmos-

phere. Serving breakfast from 7-11 a.m., featuring a breakfast buffet or special order from the regular menu. Dinner served from 4-9 p.m., featuring a wide variety of entrees, seafood, ribs, steaks, pasta and prime rib. Join us for family theme night dinners. ■ SHRIMP BOAT, 9924 Stephen Decatur Highway, West Ocean City 410-213-0448 / shrimpboatoc.com / $- $$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Beer, wine / Steamed crabs and shrimp. Full menu featuring homemade soups, salads, seafood appetizers, fish and shrimp tacos, crab cakes, sandwiches, seafood dinner entrees, burgers and wings. Fresh seafood market with daily shrimp specials. ■ SIMMER TIME, Rt. 54, Fenwick Island, next to Mio Fratello 302-436-2266 / $-$$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / Reservations accepted / Full bar / Fondue and more in an intimate atmosphere; small and large parties. ■ SKYE RAW BAR & GRILLE, 66th Street, Ocean City 410-723-6762 / www.skyebaroc.com / $$-$$$ / V-M-AE-DIS / Reservations accepted / Full bar / Enjoy lunch, dinner, raw bar or lite fare in the Skye, at the top of 66th Street and Coastal Highway. Amazing views of Ocean City, the ocean and bay with spectacular sunsets overlooking Sunset Island. Celebrate happy hour 7 days a week, 3 - 6 p.m. with great food and drink specials including $1 oysters and $15 1 1/4 pound whole lobsters. Live entertainment Fridays & Saturdays, 4-8 p.m. with additional days in season. Entertainment schedule online. ■ THE COTTAGE CAFE, Route 1 (across from Sea Colony), Bethany Beach, Del. 302-539-8710 / www.cottagecafe.com / $, $$ / V-MC-AE / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Full bar / Seafood, kids’ menu, happy hour specials. Lunch and dinner daily. Breakfast buffet on weekends. ■ THE COVE AT OCEAN PINES, 1 Mumford’s Landing Road, Ocean Pines 410-641-7501 / www.oceanpines.org/ $$ / V-MC-AE-DIS/No reservations required / Children’s menu / Full bar / Casual Waterfront - The Cove at Ocean Pines Yacht Club in an all new gorgeous Bayfront Setting, specializing in Coastal Cuisine. Serving Lunch, Dinner and Sunday Brunch/ Inside Outside Dining areas. Open-Air Bar and Live Entertainment. Check website for special events. Open Thursday through Sunday. ■ THE CRAB BAG, 130th Street, bayside, Ocean City 410-250-3337 / www.thecrabbag.com / $-$$ / V-MCAE / No reservations required / Full bar / Dine in and carryout. Open 7 Days a week, 11 am til late night. Huge menu; something for everyone. Hot steamed crabs, world famous fried chicken, ribs, burgers, barbecue, pasta, seafood, steaks, sandwiches and more. Lunch and weekly carry-out and dinner specials. The best happy hour at the beach with drink and food specials. ■ TOUCH OF ITALY, 67th Street and Coastal Highway, in the Holiday Inn Oceanfront, Ocean City, 302703-3090 / www.TouchofItaly.com / $-$$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / No reservations required / Full bar / Full Italian Style Restaurant, with great menu including Pasta, Wood Fired Pizzas, appetizers, plus Full Italian Deli with heros and catering for take outs. ■ TWININGS LOBSTER SHANTY, Rt. 54, Fenwick Island, Del. 302-436-2305 / www.twiningsshanty.com / $$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / Reservations suggested / Children's menu / Full bar / A funky little place at the edge of town. Features classic New England fare, with lobsters, steaks and burgers. Open for lunch and dinner. ■ UBER BAGELS & DELI, 126th Street, Ocean City 443-664-6128 / www.uberbagels.com / $ / V-MC-DIS / No reservations required / Indoor and outdoor seating or carry out. Ocean City’s best bagel and deli featuring made-from-scratch, New York-style bagels. Full breakfast menu of bagels and spreads as well as egg sandwiches and lunch menu offers a huge selection of cold sandwiches featuring Boar’s head meats and cheeses. ■ VICTORIAN ROOM RESTAURANT, Dunes Manor Hotel, OCEANFRONT at 28th and Baltimore Ave, Ocean City 410-289-1100 / www.dunesmanor.com / $$ - $$$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / Reservations not required but recommended / Full Bar / Children’s menu / Open year round. An elegant oceanfront dining atmosphere with local, farm to table/sea to table cuisine. Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner daily 7:30am to 9:00pm (Fri & Sat to 10pm). Also featuring Zippy Lewis Lounge with happy hour from 4-7p.m., featuring Craft Beer selections and appetizer menu; Milton’s Out Door Cafe; and the Barefoot Beach Bar in season. ■ WHISKERS PUB, 120th Street, OC Square, Ocean City 410-524-2609 / www.whiskerspub.com / $ / VMC-AE-DIS / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Full bar / Old World saloon-type feel, Whisker’s is famous for its Certified Angus®burgers and delicious casual fare, as well as its entertaining atmosphere and photo lined walls of famous and infamous “whiskers.” Enjoy flat screen TVs to watch your favorite sports. Open year-round, 11:30 a.m. to 2 a.m., serving lunch and dinner daily. Happy hour every day 4-7 p.m. Nightly food specials.

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PUBLIC NOTICES

INTRODUCTION OF THE FY16 BUDGET ORDINANCE TOWN OF OCEAN CITY Notice is hereby given by the Mayor and City Council of Ocean City that the FY16 Budget Ordinance is scheduled for first reading in the May 4, 2015 Council Meeting in City Hall. A complete text of said ordinance is available for review in the City Clerk's Office, City Hall, 3rd Street and Baltimore Avenue, Ocean City, Maryland 21842, and available online at www.oceancitymd.gov<http://www.oceancitymd.gov> "Council Agendas". TOWN OF OCEAN CITY OPERATING BUDGET FISCAL YEAR 2016 BE IT ENACTED AND ORDAINED by the Mayor and Council of Ocean City, Maryland, that the following fund revenue and departmental expenditures, together with certain restrictions and authorizations are adopted: General Fund

1ST READING

General Fund

1ST READING

FY - 2016 A.

FY - 2016

Anticipated Revenue: Property Taxes

B. Anticipated Expenditures: $

Other Taxes

42,241,417

General Government

16,538,806

Public Safety

3,815,931 34,027,087

Licenses and Permits

4,073,126

General Public Works/Beach Maintenance

5,147,325

Revenue From Other Agencies

4,886,407

Sanitation and Waste Removal

5,760,131

Charges For Current Services

9,223,378

Highways and Streets

5,532,152

Fines and Forfeitures

581,500

Economic Development - Tourism

7,349,360

Other Revenue

534,350

Culture and Recreation

7,778,044

Debt Service Prior Year Reserves Total Revenue

1,640,027 $

79,719,011

5,015,068

Total Expenditures

74,425,098

To Transportation Fund

1,410,013

To Airport Fund

264,791

To Convention Center Total Revenue

79,719,011

and Other Financing Sources

To Capital Projects Total Expenditures

Convention Water

Transportation

6,396,651 $

Capacity/Impact Fees

Airport

Course

4,589,053 $

1,870,150 $

13,104,856 $

1,119,325 $

2,123,538

189,000

State and Federal Grants

3,128,185

1,512,501

Food and Beverage Tax

1,230,000

Build America Bond Subsidy

125,441

Prior Year Reserves

2,102,376

0 6,504,651 $

1,410,013 9,127,251 $

1,492,683 8,207,710 $

0 13,419,297 $

264,791 1,384,116 $

0 2,123,538

2,095,672 $

3,772,337 $

2,950,701 $

4,136,441 $

316,030 $

1,057,247

2,739,269

3,202,688

1,740,199

3,901,664

925,091

1,060,034

175,000

2,152,226

30,000

1,055,000

1,007,708

3,386,810

3,858,788

142,995

6,257

Anticipated Expenditures: Personal Services Non-Personal Services Capital Outlay Debt Service Transfer to General Fund Transfer to Reserves Total Expenditures

487,002 6,504,651 $

0 9,127,251 $

100,000 8,207,710 $

467,404 13,419,297 $

0 1,384,116 $

0 2,123,538

Information

Service

Vehicle

Risk

Pension &

Capital

Technology

Center

Trust

Management

OPEB Trust

Projects

Anticipated Revenue: Charges to Other Funds

8,022,407 $

Investment Earnings/Other

54,460

4,930,000

Employee Contributions

1,820,000

Sale of Capital Assets/Contributions

64,061

General Fund Contribution Total Revenue B.

Wastewater

108,000

Transfer-In From General Fund Total Revenue

Golf

Center

Anticipated Revenue: Service Charges

2,126,426 79,719,011

and Other Financing Uses

Enterprise Funds: A.

1,492,683

2,013,130 $

4,993,009 $

0 2,013,130 $

0 4,993,009 $

988,950 $

1,746,274 $

2,310,454 $

0 2,374,515 $

2,303,807 $

0 2,358,267 $

0 14,772,407 $

2,391,426 2,391,426

0 $

Anticipated Expenditures: Personal Services

Non-Personal Services

0 $

257,663 $

1,024,180

3,246,735

727,109

2,100,604

563,000

Debt Service

215,600

Capital Outlay

1,431,806

Benefit Payments

6,500,000

Reserve for Retirement Benefit

7,709,407

Capital Projects Total Expenditures

0 2,013,130 $

0 4,993,009 $

0 2,374,515 $

0 2,358,267 $

0 14,772,407 $

0 2,391,426 2,391,426

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

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

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

Tax Rate: An Ad Valorem Tax Rate of $0.478 per $100 of assessed valuation of real property and a rate of $1.29 per $100 of assessed valuation of corporate and personal property tax is required to fund this budget. INTRODUCED at a meeting of the City Council of Ocean City, Maryland held on May 4, 2015. SECOND READING of this ordinance shall be held at a meeting of the Mayor and City Council on May 18, 2015.

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PUBLIC NOTICES WILLIAM C. HUDSON ATTORNEY AT LAW 107 MARKET STREET POCOMOKE CITY, MARYLAND 21851 (410) 957-3465

TRUSTEE’S SALE OF VALUABLE LUXURY CONDOMINIUM UNIT WITH BOAT SLIP AT HARBOUR ISLAND IN THE TOWN OF OCEAN CITY, WORCESTER COUNTY, MARYLAND Under and by virtue of the power and authority contained in a Consent Decree dated April 20, 2015, and entered in Case Number 23-C14-001409 by the Circuit Court for Worcester County, Maryland, William C. Hudson, Trustee, will sell at public auction on the premises on:

convey good and marketable title, the purchaser's sole remedy in law and equity shall be limited to a 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 claim against the Trustee. Trustee shall not be liable individually or otherwise for any matters relating to this sale and/or the property and purchaser agrees to hold him harmless. William C. Hudson, Esquire, Trustee OCD-4/30/3t _________________________________ Buonassissi, Henning & Lash, P.C. 1861 Wiehle Avenue, Suite 300 Reston, Virginia 20190 (703) 796-1341

TRUSTEE’S SALE 703 Twin Tree Road Ocean City, MD 21842

Friday, May 22, 2015 at 11:00 A.M. ALL that lot or parcel of land situate, lying and being in the Tenth Election District of Worcester County, Maryland, and known as Unit 61 in Harbour Island Condominium and Boat Slip 46, located in the Town of Ocean City, Maryland, being the same property known generally as 417 14th Street, Unit 61, more fully described in deeds dated December 28, 2010 and recorded among the Land Records of Worcester County, Maryland in Liber S.V.H. No. 5603, at folio 307 and dated August 7, 2014, and recorded among the Land Records aforesaid in Liber S.V.H. No.6412, at folio 258. Tax Account Nos. 10-235162 and 10379040. TERMS OF SALE: A cash deposit or certified check in the amount of $45,000.00 shall be paid at the time and place of sale, balance in cash at settlement which shall be forty-five (45) days unless said period is extended by Trustee, his successors or assigns for good cause shown, time being of the essence; interest at the rate of nine percent (9%) per annum shall be paid on the unpaid purchase money from the date of sale to date of settlement. In the event that the purchaser fails to go to settlement as required, the deposit shall be forfeited and the property shall be resold at purchaser's risk and expense. Taxes, water rent, and all other municipal liens and charges to be adjusted to the date of settlement. All other public charges and assessments payable on an annual basis shall be adjusted to date of settlement and assumed thereafter by the purchaser. Cost of all documentary stamps, transfer taxes, document preparation and title insurance shall be borne by purchaser. The sale is pursuant to Section 14-107 of the Real Property Article of the Annotated Code of Maryland and Title 14 of the Maryland Rules of Procedure. The property will be sold subject to all conditions, restrictions and agreements of record affecting same, if any. Title shall be merchantable, free of liens with special warranty deed conveying title to purchaser. If Trustee is unable to

In execution of the Deed of Trust dated January 26, 2007 and recorded February 2, 2007 in Liber SVH 4863, folio 589, among the Worcester County land records, the undersigned Substitute Trustees, any of whom may act, will offer for sale at public auction on May 18, 2015, at 2:30 PM, at the front of the Circuit Court for Worcester County, One West Market Street, Snow Hill, Maryland, the following property: ALL THAT FEE SIMPLE LOT OF GROUND together with any buildings or improvements thereon situated in Worcester County, Maryland and more fully described in the aforementioned Deed of Trust. TAX ID: 10-178533 The property and improvements will be sold in “as is” physical condition without warranty of any kind and subject to all conditions, restrictions and agreements of record affecting the same. TERMS OF SALE: A non-refundable bidder’s deposit of $19,500.00 by cashier’s/certified check required at time of sale except for the party secured by the Deed of Trust. Risk of loss on purchaser from date and time of auction. The balance of the purchase price together with interest thereon at 7.50% per annum from date of sale to receipt of purchase price by Trustees must be paid by cashier’s check within 10 days after final ratification of sale. There will be no abatement of interest due from the purchaser in the event settlement is delayed for any reason. All real estate taxes and other public charges and/or assessments to be adjusted as of the date of sale and thereafter assumed by purchaser. If applicable, any condominium and/or homeowners association dues and assessments that may become due after the date of sale shall be purchaser’s responsibility. Purchaser shall pay all transfer, documentary and recording taxes/fees and all other settlement costs. Purchaser is responsible for obtaining possession of the property. If purchaser defaults, deposit will be forfeited and property resold at the risk and cost of the defaulting purchaser who shall be liable for any deficiency in the purchase price and all costs, ex-

penses and attorney’s fees of both sales. If Trustees do not convey title for any reason, purchaser’s sole remedy is return of deposit without interest. This sale is subject to post-sale audit of the status of the loan secured by the Deed of Trust including but not limited to determining whether prior to sale a forbearance, repayment or other agreement was entered into or the loan was reinstated or paid off; in any such event this sale shall be null and void and purchaser’s sole remedy shall be return of deposit without interest. (80679) Richard A. Lash, Barry K. Bedford, David A. Rosen, Leonard W. Harrington, Jr., Robert E. Kelly, and Ramsey Saleeby, Substitute Trustees Auctioneers: Alex Cooper Auctioneers 908 York Road Towson, MD 21204 410-828-4838 OCD-4/30/3t _________________________________ Rosenberg & Associates, LLC 7910 Woodmont Avenue, Suite 750 Bethesda, Maryland 20814 (301) 907-8000 www.rosenberg-assoc.com

SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEES’ SALE OF IMPROVED REAL PROPERTY 4 ASH CT. OCEAN PINES, MD 21811 Under a power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust from William Gmeinwieser, Sr. and Debra K. Gmeinwieser, dated May 24, 2006 and recorded in Liber 4724, folio 441 among the Land Records of Worcester Co., MD, default having occurred under the terms thereof, the Sub. Trustees will sell at public auction at the Circuit Court for Worcester Co., at the Court House Door, One W. Market St., Snow Hill, MD 21863, on MAY 8, 2015 AT 2:10 PM ALL THAT FEE-SIMPLE LOT OF GROUND, together with the buildings and improvements thereon situated in Worcester Co., MD and described as Tax ID #03-102734 and more fully described in the aforesaid Deed of Trust. The property, which is improved by a dwelling, will be sold in an “as is” condition and subject to conditions, restrictions and agreements of record affecting the same, if any, and with no warranty of any kind. Terms of Sale: A deposit of $25,000 by cash or certified check. Balance of the purchase price to be paid in cash within ten days of final ratification of sale by the Circuit Court for Worcester Co. Interest to be paid on the unpaid purchase money at the rate pursuant to the Deed of Trust Note from the date of sale to the date funds are received in the office of the Sub. Trustees. There will be no abatement of interest in the event additional funds are tendered before settlement or if settlement is delayed for any reason. The noteholder shall not be obligated to

pay interest if it is the purchaser. TIME IS OF THE ESSENCE FOR THE PURCHASER. Adjustment of all real property taxes, including agricultural taxes, if applicable, and any and all public and/or private charges or assessments, including water/sewer charges and ground rent, to be adjusted to date of sale and thereafter assumed by purchaser. Condominium fees and/or homeowners association dues, if any, shall be assumed by the purchaser from the date of sale forward. Cost of all documentary stamps, transfer taxes and settlement expenses shall be borne by the purchaser. Purchaser shall be responsible for obtaining physical possession of the property. Purchaser assumes the risk of loss or damage to the property from the date of sale forward. Additional terms to be announced at the time of sale. If the Sub. Trustees are unable to convey good and marketable title, the purchaser’s sole remedy in law and equity shall be limited to a refund of the deposit without interest. If the purchaser fails to go to settlement, the deposit shall be forfeited, to the Trustees for application against all expenses, attorney’s fees and the full commission on the sale price of the above-scheduled foreclosure sale. In the event of default, all expenses of this sale (including attorney’s fees and the full commission on the gross sale price of this sale) shall be charged against and paid out of the forfeited deposit. The Trustees may then re-advertise and resell the property at the risk and expense of the defaulting purchaser or may avail themselves of any legal or equitable remedies against the defaulting purchaser without reselling the property. In the event of a resale, the defaulting purchaser shall not be entitled to receive the surplus, if any, even if such surplus results from improvements to the property by said defaulting purchaser and the defaulting purchaser shall be liable to the Trustees and secured party for reasonable attorney’s fees and expenses incurred in connection with all litigation involving the Property or the proceeds of the resale. Trustees’ file number 34446. Diane S. Rosenberg, Mark D. Meyer, et al., Substitute Trustees ALEX COOPER AUCTS., INC. 908 YORK RD., TOWSON, MD 21204 410-828-4838 www.alexcooper.com OCD-4/23/3t _________________________________ Butler & Hosch, P.A. 9409 Philadelphia Road Baltimore, MD 21237 410-284-9600

SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEES’ SALE OF IMPROVED REAL PROPERTY 10 SIXTH ST. POCOMOKE CITY, MD 21851 Under a power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust from Soraida Bahamonde, dated June 15, 2007 and recorded in Liber 4954,

MAY 1, 2015 folio 44among the Land Records of Worcester Co., MD, default having occurred under the terms thereof, the Sub. Trustees will sell at public auction at the Circuit Court for Worcester Co., at the Court House Door, One W. Market St., Snow Hill, MD 21863, on MAY 12, 2015 AT 3:00 PM ALL THAT FEE-SIMPLE LOT OF GROUND AND THE IMPROVEMENTS THEREON situated in Worcester Co., MD and more fully described in the aforesaid Deed of Trust. The property is improved by a dwelling. The property will be sold in an “as is” condition and subject to conditions, restrictions and agreements of record affecting the same, if any and with no warranty of any kind. Terms of Sale: A deposit of $12,000 by cash or certified check. Balance of the purchase price to be paid in cash within 10 days of final ratification of the sale by the Circuit Court for Worcester Co. TIME IS OF THE ESSENCE. If the purchaser fails to settle within the aforesaid ten (10) days of ratification, the purchaser relinquishes their deposit and the Sub-Trustees may file an appropriate motion with the court to resell the property. Purchaser waives personal service of any paper filed with the Court in connection with such motion and any Show Cause Order issued by the Court and expressly agrees to accept service of any such paper or Order by certified mail and regular mail sent to the address provided by the purchaser and as recorded on the documents executed by the purchaser at the time of the sale. Service shall be deemed effective upon the purchaser 3 days after postmarked by the United States Post Office. It is expressly agreed by the purchaser that actual receipt of the certified mail is not required for service to be effective. If the purchaser fails to go to settlement the deposit shall be forfeited to the Sub-Trustees and all expenses of this sale (including attorney fees and full commission on the gross sales price of the sale) shall be charged against and paid from the forfeited deposit. In the event of resale the defaulting purchaser shall not be entitled to any surplus proceeds or profits resulting from any resale of the property regardless of any improvements made to the real property. Interest is to be paid on the unpaid purchase money at the rate of 4.375% per annum from the date of sale to the date the funds are received in the office of the SubTrustees. Taxes, ground rent, water rent, condominium fees and/or homeowner association dues, all public charges/assessments payable on an annual basis, including sanitary and/or metropolitan district charges, if applicable, to be adjusted for the current year to date of sale and assumed thereafter by the purchaser. Purchaser shall be responsible for the costs of all transfer taxes, documentary stamps and all other costs incident to settlement. Purchaser shall be responsible for physical possession of the property. Purchaser assumes the risk of loss from the date of sale forward. The sale is subject to post sale audit by the Noteholder to determine

Ocean City Today whether the borrower entered into any repayment/forbearance agreement, reinstated or paid off prior to the sale. In any such event the Purchaser agrees that upon notification by the Sub-Trustees of such event the sale is null and void and of no legal effect and the deposit returned without interest. If the Sub-Trustees are unable to convey either insurable or good and marketable title, or the sale is not ratified for any reason by the Circuit Court including errors made by the Sub-Trustees, the purchaser’s sole remedy at law or in equity shall be limited to a refund of the deposit without any interest. Mark H. Wittstadt, et al., Sub. Trustees ALEX COOPER AUCTS., INC. 908 YORK RD., TOWSON, MD 21204 410-828-4838 OCD-4/23/3t _________________________________ 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 308 26TH ST., UNIT #1 OCEAN CITY, MD 21842 Under a power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust dated April 6, 2007 and recorded in Liber 4905, Folio 24 among the Land Records of Worcester Co., MD, with an original principal balance of $399,900.00 and an original interest rate of 6.62500% 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 MAY 5, 2015 AT 3:30 PM ALL THAT FEE-SIMPLE LOT OF GROUND, together with any buildings or improvements thereon situated in Worcester Co., MD and described as Unit No. 1 in the "Clammers Cove Villas Condominium" and more fully described in the aforesaid Deed of Trust. The property, and any improvements thereon, will be sold in an "as is" condition and subject to conditions, restrictions and agreements of record affecting the same, if any, and with no warranty of any kind. Terms of Sale: A deposit of $9,000 in the form of certified check, cashier’s check or money order will be required of the purchaser at time and place of sale. Balance of the purchase price, together with interest on the unpaid purchase money at the current rate contained in the Deed of Trust Note from the date of sale to the date funds are received by the Sub. Trustees, payable in cash within ten days of final ratification of the sale by the Circuit Court. There will be no abatement of interest due from the purchaser in the event additional funds are tendered before settlement. TIME IS OF THE ESSENCE FOR THE PUR-

CHASER. Adjustment of current year’s real property taxes are adjusted as of the date of sale, and thereafter assumed by the purchaser. Taxes due for prior years including costs of any tax sale are payable by the purchaser. Purchaser is responsible for any recapture of homestead tax credit. All other public and/or private charges or assessments, to the extent such amounts survive foreclosure sale, including water/sewer charges, ground rent, whether incurred prior to or after the sale to be paid by the purchaser. All costs of deed recordation including but not limited to all transfer, recordation, agricultural or other taxes or charges assessed by any governmental entity as a condition to recordation, are payable by purchaser, whether or not purchaser is a Maryland First Time Home Buyer. Purchaser is responsible for obtaining physical possession of the property, and assumes risk of loss or damage to the property from the date of sale. The sale is subject to post-sale audit of the status of the loan with the loan servicer including, but not limited to, determination of whether the borrower entered into any repayment agreement, reinstated or paid off the loan prior to the sale. In any such event, this sale shall be null and void, and the Purchaser’s sole remedy, in law or equity, shall be the return of the deposit without interest. If purchaser fails to settle within 10 days of ratification, the Sub. Trustees may file a motion to resell the property. If Purchaser defaults under these terms, deposit shall be forfeited. The Sub. Trustees may then resell the property at the risk and cost of the defaulting purchaser. The defaulted purchaser shall not be entitled to any surplus proceeds resulting from said resale even if such surplus results from improvements to the property by said defaulted purchaser. If Sub. Trustees are unable to convey either insurable or marketable title, or if ratification of the sale is denied by the Circuit Court for any reason, the Purchaser’s sole remedy, at law or equity, is the return of the deposit without interest. PLEASE CONSULT WWW.ALEXCOOPER.COM FOR STATUS OF UPCOMING SALES Howard N. Bierman, Carrie M. Ward, et al., Substitute Trustees ALEX COOPER AUCTS., INC. 908 YORK RD., TOWSON, MD 21204 410-828-4838 OCD-4/16/3t _________________________________ Rosenberg & Associates, LLC 7910 Woodmont Avenue, Suite 750 Bethesda, Maryland 20814 (301) 907-8000 www.rosenberg-assoc.com

SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEES’ SALE OF IMPROVED REAL PROPERTY 708 CLARKE AVE. POCOMOKE CITY, MD 21851 Under a power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust from Bryant E. Planter and Christina L. Planter, dated May 29, 2007 and

PAGE 77 recorded in Liber 4940, folio 93 among the Land Records of Worcester Co., MD, default having occurred under the terms thereof, the Sub. Trustees will sell at public auction at the Circuit Court for Worcester Co., at the Court House Door, One W. Market St., Snow Hill, MD 21863, on MAY 1, 2015 AT 2:30 PM ALL THAT FEE-SIMPLE LOT OF GROUND, together with the buildings and improvements thereon situated in Worcester Co., MD and described as Tax ID #01015532 and more fully described in the aforesaid Deed of Trust. The property, which is improved by a dwelling, will be sold in an "as is" condition and subject to conditions, restrictions and agreements of record affecting the same, if any, and with no warranty of any kind. Terms of Sale: A deposit of $8,000 by cash or certified check. Balance of the purchase price to be paid in cash within ten days of final ratification of sale by the Circuit Court for Worcester Co. Interest to be paid on the unpaid purchase money at the rate pursuant to the Deed of Trust Note from the date of sale to the date funds are received in the office of the Sub. Trustees. There will be no abatement of interest in the event additional funds are tendered before settlement or if settlement is delayed for any reason. The noteholder shall not be obligated to pay interest if it is the purchaser. TIME IS OF THE ESSENCE FOR THE PURCHASER. Adjustment of all real property taxes, including agricultural taxes, if applicable, and any and all public and/or private charges or assessments, including water/sewer charges and ground rent, to be adjusted to date of sale and thereafter assumed by purchaser. Condominium fees and/or homeowners association dues, if any, shall be assumed by the purchaser from the date of sale forward. Cost of all documentary stamps, transfer taxes and settlement expenses shall be borne by the purchaser. Purchaser shall be responsible for obtaining physical possession of the property. Purchaser assumes the risk of loss or damage to the property from the date of sale forward. Additional terms to be announced at the time of sale. If the Sub. Trustees are unable to convey good and marketable title, the purchaser's sole remedy in law and equity shall be limited to a refund of the deposit without interest. If the purchaser fails to go to settlement, the deposit shall be forfeited, to the Trustees for application against all expenses, attorney’s fees and the full commission on the sale price of the above-scheduled foreclosure sale. In the event of default, all expenses of this sale (including attorney’s fees and the full commission on the gross sale price of this sale) shall be charged against and paid out of the forfeited deposit. The Trustees may then re-advertise and resell the property at the risk and expense of the defaulting purchaser or may avail themselves of any legal or equitable remedies against the defaulting purchaser without reselling the property. In the event of a resale, the defaulting purchaser shall not be entitled to receive the surplus, if any,

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PUBLIC NOTICES even if such surplus results from improvements to the property by said defaulting purchaser and the defaulting purchaser shall be liable to the Trustees and secured party for reasonable attorney’s fees and expenses incurred in connection with all litigation involving the Property or the proceeds of the resale. Trustees’ file number 54046. Diane S. Rosenberg, Mark D. Meyer, et al., Substitute Trustees ALEX COOPER AUCTS., INC. 908 YORK RD., TOWSON, MD 21204 410-828-4838 www.alexcooper.com OCD-4/16/3t _________________________________ 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 12702 COASTAL HWY., UNIT #103 OCEAN CITY, MD 21842 Under a power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust dated February 5, 2005 and recorded in Liber 4356, Folio 552 among the Land Records of Worcester Co., MD, with an original principal balance of $141,000.00 and an original interest rate of 6.000% 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 MAY 5, 2015 AT 3:33 PM ALL THAT FEE-SIMPLE LOT OF GROUND, together with any buildings or improvements thereon situated in Worcester Co., MD and described as Unit No. 103, in the "Bali 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 $17,000 in the form of certified check, cashier’s check or money order will be required of the purchaser at time and place of sale. Balance of the purchase price, together with interest on the unpaid purchase money at the current rate contained in the Deed of Trust Note from the date of sale to the date funds are received by the Sub. Trustees, payable in cash within ten days of final ratification of the sale by the Circuit Court. There will be no abatement of interest due from the purchaser in the event additional funds are tendered before settlement. TIME IS OF THE ESSENCE FOR THE PUR-

CHASER. Adjustment of current year’s real property taxes are adjusted as of the date of sale, and thereafter assumed by the purchaser. Taxes due for prior years including costs of any tax sale are payable by the purchaser. Purchaser is responsible for any recapture of homestead tax credit. All other public and/or private charges or assessments, to the extent such amounts survive foreclosure sale, including water/sewer charges, ground rent, whether incurred prior to or after the sale to be paid by the purchaser. All costs of deed recordation including but not limited to all transfer, recordation, agricultural or other taxes or charges assessed by any governmental entity as a condition to recordation, are payable by purchaser, whether or not purchaser is a Maryland First Time Home Buyer. Purchaser is responsible for obtaining physical possession of the property, and assumes risk of loss or damage to the property from the date of sale. The sale is subject to post-sale audit of the status of the loan with the loan servicer including, but not limited to, determination of whether the borrower entered into any repayment agreement, reinstated or paid off the loan prior to the sale. In any such event, this sale shall be null and void, and the Purchaser’s sole remedy, in law or equity, shall be the return of the deposit without interest. If purchaser fails to settle within 10 days of ratification, the Sub. Trustees may file a motion to resell the property. If Purchaser defaults under these terms, deposit shall be forfeited. The Sub. Trustees may then resell the property at the risk and cost of the defaulting purchaser. The defaulted purchaser shall not be entitled to any surplus proceeds resulting from said resale even if such surplus results from improvements to the property by said defaulted purchaser. If Sub. Trustees are unable to convey either insurable or marketable title, or if ratification of the sale is denied by the Circuit Court for any reason, the Purchaser’s sole remedy, at law or equity, is the return of the deposit without interest. PLEASE CONSULT WWW.ALEXCOOPER.COM FOR STATUS OF UPCOMING SALES Howard N. Bierman, Carrie M. Ward, et al., Substitute Trustees ALEX COOPER AUCTS., INC. 908 YORK RD., TOWSON, MD 21204 410-828-4838 OCD-4/16/3t _________________________________ REGAN J. R. SMHH 10441 RACETRACK ROAD, UNIT 2 BERLIN, MARYLAND 21811

NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF APPOINTMENT OF FOREIGN PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE ESTATE NO. 16006 Notice is given that the Orphans’ court of Lancaster County, Pennsylvania appointed Eric S. McGallicher, 401 Charles Drive, Manheim, PA 17545 and Katrena S. Irwin, 2227 Wood Street, Lancaster, PA 17603 as the Personal Representatives of the

Estate of Jay Merle McGallicher, aka J. Merle McGallicher, aka Merle J. McGallicher who died on October 23, 2014 domiciled in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. The Maryland resident agent for service of process is Regan J.R. Smith whose address is 10441 Racetrack Rd., Unit 2, Berlin, MD 21811. 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 mail 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 be barred. Eric S. McGallicher Katrena S. Irwin 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: April 16, 2015 OCD-4/16/3t _________________________________ COHN, GOLDBERG & DEUTSCH, LLC ATTORNEYS AT LAW 600 BALTIMORE AVENUE SUITE 208 TOWSON, MD 21204 410-296-2550 File #: 444222 Edward S. Cohn Stephen N. Goldberg Richard E. Solomon Richard J. Rogers Randall J. Rolls David W. Simpson, Jr. 600 Baltimore Avenue, Suite 208 Towson, MD 21204 Substitute Trustees Plaintiffs v. Richard S. Quiggins Margaret Jan Quiggins 735 Bradley Road #511 Ocean City, MD 21842 Defendants IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR WORCESTER COUNTY, MARYLAND Case No. 23-C-14-001544

NOTICE Notice is hereby given this 3rd day of April, 2015, by the Circuit Court for Worcester County, that the sale of the property mentioned in these proceedings, made and reported, will be ratified and con-

firmed, unless cause to the contrary thereof be shown on or before the 11th day of May, 2015, provided a copy of this notice be published in a newspaper of general circulation in Worcester County, once in each of three successive weeks before the 4th day of May, 2015. The Report of Sale states the amount of the foreclosure sale price to be $215,069.45. The property sold herein is known as 735 Bradley Road #511, Ocean City, MD 21842. 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-4/16/3t _________________________________ 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. DAVID K. BOWERS PATRICIA M. BOWERS 6 Fountain Drive East, Unit # 3C Ocean City, MD 21842 Defendant(s) IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR WORCESTER COUNTY, MARYLAND Case No. 23C14001431

NOTICE Notice is hereby given this 8th day of April, 2015 by the Circuit Court for Worcester County, Maryland, that the sale of the property mentioned in these proceedings and described as 6 Fountain Drive East, Unit #3C, 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 11th day of May, 2015, provided a copy of this NOTICE be inserted in some weekly newspaper printed in said County, once in each of three successive weeks before the 4th day of May, 2015. The report states the purchase price at the Foreclosure sale to be $280,000.00. 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-4/16/3t _________________________________ REGAN J.R. SMITH ESQ WILLIAMS, MOORE, SHOCKLEY & HARRISON LLP 10441 RACETRACK ROAD SUITE 2 BERLIN, MD 21811

NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT NOTICE TO CREDITORS NOTICE TO UNKNOWN HEIRS ESTATE NO. 15933 TO ALL PERSONS INTERESTED IN THE ESTATE OF

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MAY 1, 2015 MAXINE CHERYL STUMP Notice is given that TIMOTHY DANIEL STUMP, 63 SOUTHGATE AVENUE, ANNAPOLIS, MD 21401, was on April 10, 2015 appointed personal representative of the estate of MAXINE CHERYL STUMP who died on January 11, 2015, with a will. Further information can be obtained by reviewing the estate file in the office of the Register of Wills or by contacting the personal representative or the attorney. All persons having any objection to the appointment (or to the probate of the decedent’s will) shall file their objections with the Register of Wills on or before the 10th day of October, 2015. Any person having a claim against the decedent must present the claim to the undersigned personal representative or file it with the Register of Wills with a copy to the undersigned on or before the earlier of the following dates: (1) Six months from the date of the decedent’s death, except if the decedent died before October 1, 1992, nine months from the date of the decedent’s death; or (2) Two months after the personal representative mails or otherwise delivers to the creditor a copy of this published notice or other written notice, notifying the creditor that the claim will be barred unless the creditor presents the claims within two months from the maliing or other delivery of the notice. A claim not presented or filed on or before that date, or any extension provided by law, is unenforceable thereafter. Claim forms may be obtained from the Register of Wills. TIMOTHY DANIEL STUMP Personal Representative True Test Copy Register of Wills for Worcester County Charlotte K. Cathell One W. Market Street Room 102 - Court House Snow Hill, MD 21863-1074 Name of newspaper designated by personal representative: Ocean City Digest Date of publication: April 16, 2015 OCD-4/16/3t _________________________________ 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. MARIE JENKINS 305 West Martin Street Snow Hill, MD 21863 Defendant(s) IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR WORCESTER COUNTY, MARYLAND Case No. 23C15000066

ported by the Substitute Trustee, will be RATIFIED AND CONFIRMED, unless cause to the contrary thereof be shown on or before the 11th day of May, 2015, provided a copy of this NOTICE be inserted in some weekly newspaper printed in said County, once in each of three successive weeks before the 4th day of May, 2015. The report states the purchase price at the Foreclosure sale to be $24,000.00. 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-4/16/3t _________________________________ 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. James John Fischetti Defendant IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR WORCESTER COUNTY, MARYLAND Civil No. 23C14001296

NOTICE ORDERED, this 7th day of April, 2015 by the Circuit Court of WORCESTER COUNTY, Maryland, that the sale of the property at 11100 Blockade Lane #104 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 11th day of May, 2015 next, provided a copy of this notice be inserted in some newspaper published in said County once in each of three successive weeks before the 4th day of May, 2015, next. The report states the amount of sale to be $177,555.62. 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-4/16/3t _________________________________ 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. MEREDITH C. BYERS PATRICIA M. BYERS 28 Briarcrest Drive Berlin, MD 21811 Defendant(s) IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR WORCESTER COUNTY, MARYLAND Case No. 23C15000050

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NOTICE Notice is hereby given this 9th day of April, 2015 by the Circuit Court for Worcester County, Maryland, that the sale of the property mentioned in these proceedings and described as 28 Briarcrest Drive, 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 May, 2015, provided a copy of this NOTICE be inserted in some weekly newspaper printed in said County, once in each of three successive weeks before the 4th day of May, 2015. The report states the purchase price at the Foreclosure sale to be $337,800,09. 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-4/16/3t _________________________________

NOTICE OF PASSAGE OF BILL 15-3 WORCESTER COUNTY COMMISSIONERS Take Notice that Bill 15-3 entitled AN ACT TO AUTHORIZE AND EMPOWER THE COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF WORCESTER COUNTY, MARYLAND TO BORROW ON ITS FULL FAITH AND CREDIT, AND TO ISSUE AND SELL ITS GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS AND ITS BOND ANTICIPATION NOTES THEREFOR, AT ONE TIME OR FROM TIME TO TIME WITHIN FOUR YEARS FROM THE DATE THIS BILL BECOMES EFFECTIVE, IN AN AMOUNT NOT EXCEEDING $5,450,000 TO PROVIDE FINANCING FOR 800 MHZ EMERGENCY SERVICES RADIO SYSTEM UPGRADES, INCLUDING PAYMENT OF ALL RELATED COSTS AND COSTS OF ISSUANCE OF SUCH BONDS was passed by the County Commissioners on April 7, 2015. A fair summary of the bill is as follows: APPENDIX "KK" BOND AUTHORIZATION FOR FINANCING 800 MHZ EMERGENCY SERVICES RADIO SYSTEM UPGRADES A) Recites legal authorization for borrowing; Resolution of the Commissioners adopting the FY 2016 to FY 2020 Worcester County 5 Year Capital Improvement Plan; and the determination of the Commissioners to borrow $5,450,000 through general obligation bonds to finance 800 MHz Emergency Services Radio System upgrades. B) States the determination of the Commissioners that there is a public need for 800 MHz Emergency Services Radio System upgrades; states the estimated cost of $5,300,000 for the 800 MHz Emergency Services Radio System upgrades; states that the funds to be borrowed can be provided at the lowest annual interest rate and cost of issuance by the issuance of general obligation bonds by the County;

states that the project is a proper public purpose which may be financed by the issuance of bonds. C) Authorizes the County to borrow $5,450,000 by issuance of bonds. D) Provides that the proceeds of the bonds shall be for the purpose of financing 800 MHz Emergency Services Radio System upgrades. E) Provides that the County shall levy annual property taxes sufficient to pay the principal and interest on the bonds due each year. F) Authorizes the issuance of Bond Anticipation Notes. G) Provides that before the issuance of any bonds, the Commissioners shall adopt a Resolution which describes the amount, purpose and form of the bonds and other matters relating to the issuance of the bonds. H) Provides that the bonds shall constitute a pledge of the full faith and credit of the County. I) Provides that the bonds may be sold either at private sale or at public sale as determined by the County Commissioners. J) Provides that the bonds shall be exempt from certain provisions of Article 31 of the Annotated Code of Maryland. K) Provides that the County may enter into agreements to enhance the marketability of the bonds. L) Provides that the signature of the officer that appears on the bonds shall be valid even if that officer ceases to be an officer before delivery of the bonds. M) Provides that upon delivery of the bonds to the purchaser, payment shall be made to the Finance Officer of the County. N) Authorizes the issuance of interim certificates or temporary bonds. O) Provides that the authorities set forth in this law are supplemental to existing authorities. P) Provides that the County shall seek grants to fund 800 MHz Emergency Services Radio System upgrades or repayment of the bonds as determined by the County Commissioners. Q) Provides for severability provisions. 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-4/16/3t _________________________________

NOTICE OF PASSAGE OF BILL 15-4 WORCESTER COUNTY COMMISSIONERS Take Notice that Bill 15-4 entitled AN ACT TO AUTHORIZE AND EMPOWER THE COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF WORCESTER COUNTY, MARYLAND TO BOR-

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PUBLIC NOTICES ROW ON ITS FULL FAITH AND CREDIT, AND TO ISSUE AND SELL ITS GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS AND ITS BOND ANTICIPATION NOTES THEREFOR, AT ONE TIME OR FROM TIME TO TIME WITHIN FOUR YEARS FROM THE DATE THIS BILL BECOMES EFFECTIVE, IN AN AMOUNT NOT EXCEEDING $3,450,000 TO PROVIDE FINANCING FOR THE BERLIN RUBBLEFILL CAP AND CLOSURE PROJECT, INCLUDING PAYMENT OF ALL RELATED COSTS AND COSTS OF ISSUANCE OF SUCH BONDS was passed by the County Commissioners on April 7, 2015. A fair summary of the bill is as follows: APPENDIX "LL" BOND AUTHORIZATION FOR FINANCING THE BERLIN RUBBLEFILL CAP AND CLOSURE PROJECT A) Recites legal authorization for borrowing; Resolution of the Commissioners adopting the FY 2016 to FY 2020 Worcester County 5 Year Capital Improvement Plan; and the determination of the Commissioners to borrow $3,450,000 through general obligation bonds to finance the Berlin Rubblefill Cap and Closure project. B) States the determination of the Commissioners that there is a public need for the Berlin Rubblefill Cap and Closure project; states the estimated cost of $3,300,000 for the Berlin Rubblefill Cap and Closure project; states that the funds to be borrowed can be provided at the lowest annual interest rate and cost of issuance by the issuance of general obligation bonds by the County; states that the project is a proper public purpose which may be financed by the issuance of bonds. C) Authorizes the County to borrow $3,450,000 by issuance of bonds. D) Provides that the proceeds of the bonds shall be for the purpose of financing the Berlin Rubblefill Cap and Closure project. E) Provides that the County shall levy annual property taxes sufficient to pay the principal and interest on the bonds due each year. F) Authorizes the issuance of Bond Anticipation Notes. G) Provides that before the issuance of any bonds, the Commissioners shall adopt a Resolution which describes the amount, purpose and form of the bonds and other matters relating to the issuance of the bonds. H) Provides that the bonds shall constitute a pledge of the full faith and credit of the County. I) Provides that the bonds may be sold either at private sale or at public sale as determined by the County Commissioners. J) Provides that the bonds shall be exempt from certain provisions of Article 31 of the Annotated Code of Maryland. K) Provides that the County may enter into agreements to enhance the marketability of the bonds. L) Provides that the signature of the officer that appears on the

bonds shall be valid even if that officer ceases to be an officer before delivery of the bonds. M) Provides that upon delivery of the bonds to the purchaser, payment shall be made to the Finance Officer of the County. N) Authorizes the issuance of interim certificates or temporary bonds. O) Provides that the authorities set forth in this law are supplemental to existing authorities. P) Provides that the County shall seek grants to fund the Berlin Rubblefill Cap and Closure projector repayment of the bonds as determined by the County Commissioners. Q) Provides for severability provisions. 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-4/16/3t _________________________________

NOTICE OF PASSAGE OF BILL 15-5 WORCESTER COUNTY COMMISSIONERS Take Notice that Bill 15-5 entitled AN ACT TO AUTHORIZE AND EMPOWER THE COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF WORCESTER COUNTY, MARYLAND TO BORROW ON ITS FULL FAITH AND CREDIT, AND TO ISSUE AND SELL ITS GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS AND ITS BOND ANTICIPATION NOTES THEREFOR, AT ONE TIME OR FROM TIME TO TIME WITHIN FOUR YEARS FROM THE DATE THIS BILL BECOMES EFFECTIVE, IN AN AMOUNT NOT EXCEEDING $2,150,000 TO PROVIDE FINANCING FOR THE CENTRAL LANDFILL SITE CELL #5 CONSTRUCTION PROJECT, INCLUDING PAYMENT OF ALL RELATED COSTS AND COSTS OF ISSUANCE OF SUCH BONDS was passed by the County Commissioners on April 7, 2015. A fair summary of the bill is as follows: APPENDIX "MM" BOND AUTHORIZATION FOR FINANCING THE CENTRAL LANDFILL SITE CELL #5 CONSTRUCTION PROJECT A) Recites legal authorization for borrowing; Resolution of the Commissioners adopting the FY 2016 to FY 2020 Worcester County 5 Year Capital Improvement Plan; and the determination of the Commissioners to borrow $2,150,000 through general obligation bonds to finance the Central Landfill Site Cell

#5 Construction project. B) States the determination of the Commissioners that there is a public need for the Central Landfill Site Cell #5 Construction project; states the estimated cost of $8,980,000 for the Central Landfill Site Cell #5 Construction project; states that the funds to be borrowed can be provided at the lowest annual interest rate and cost of issuance by the issuance of general obligation bonds by the County; states that the project is a proper public purpose which may be financed by the issuance of bonds. C) Authorizes the County to borrow $2,150,000 by issuance of bonds. D) Provides that the proceeds of the bonds shall be for the purpose of financing the Central Landfill Site Cell #5 Construction project. E) Provides that the County shall levy annual property taxes sufficient to pay the principal and interest on the bonds due each year. F) Authorizes the issuance of Bond Anticipation Notes. G) Provides that before the issuance of any bonds, the Commissioners shall adopt a Resolution which describes the amount, purpose and form of the bonds and other matters relating to the issuance of the bonds. H) Provides that the bonds shall constitute a pledge of the full faith and credit of the County. I) Provides that the bonds may be sold either at private sale or at public sale as determined by the County Commissioners. J) Provides that the bonds shall be exempt from certain provisions of Article 31 of the Annotated Code of Maryland. K) Provides that the County may enter into agreements to enhance the marketability of the bonds. L) Provides that the signature of the officer that appears on the bonds shall be valid even if that officer ceases to be an officer before delivery of the bonds. M) Provides that upon delivery of the bonds to the purchaser, payment shall be made to the Finance Officer of the County. N) Authorizes the issuance of interim certificates or temporary bonds. O) Provides that the authorities set forth in this law are supplemental to existing authorities. P) Provides that the County shall seek grants to fund the Central Landfill Site Cell #5 Construction projector repayment of the bonds as determined by the County Commissioners. Q) Provides for severability provisions. 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/com-

missioners/legsltn.aspx. THE WORCESTER COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OCD-4/16/3t _________________________________

NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT NOTICE TO CREDITORS NOTICE TO UNKNOWN HEIRS ESTATE NO. 16002 TO ALL PERSONS INTERESTED IN THE ESTATE OF WANDA E. CASCIO AKA: WANDA EVE CASCIO Notice is given that PAUL J. CASCIO, 145 BROOKE FARM RD, WAYNE, PA 19087, was on April 06, 2015 appointed personal representative of the estate of WANDA E. CASCIO who died on March 11, 2015, with a will. Further information can be obtained by reviewing the estate file in the office of the Register of Wills or by contacting the personal representative or the attorney. All persons having any objection to the appointment (or to the probate of the decedent’s will) shall file their objections with the Register of Wills on of before the 6th day of October, 2015. Any person having a claim against the decedent must present the claim to the undersigned personal representative or file it with the Register of Wills with a copy to the undersigned on or before the earlier of the following dates: (1) Six months from the date of the decedent’s death, except if the decedent died before October 1, 1992, nine months from the date of the decedent’s death; or (2) Two months after the personal representative mails or otherwise delivers to the creditor a copy of this published notice or other written notice, notifying the creditor that the claim will be barred unless the creditor presents the claims within two months from the maliing or other delivery of the notice. A claim not presented or filed on or before that date, or any extension provided by law, is unenforceable thereafter. Claim forms may be obtained from the Register of Wills. PAUL J. CASCIO Personal Representative True Test Copy Register of Wills for Worcester County Charlotte K. Cathell Room 102 - Court House One W. Market Street Snow Hill, MD 21863-1074 Name of newspaper designated by personal representative: Ocean City Digest Date of publication: April 16, 2015 OCD-4/16/3t _________________________________ WORCESTER COUNTY SHORELINE COMMISSION

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARINGS Pursuant to the provisions of Sections 3-101 and 3-102 of the Code of Public Local Laws of Worcester County, Maryland, notice is hereby given that a public hearing will be conducted by the Worcester County

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MAY 1, 2015 Shoreline Commission in the meeting room at the Ocean Pines Branch of the Worcester County Library, 11107 Cathell Road, Berlin, Maryland on Thursday, May 7, 2015. The Board members will convene at 1:30 p.m. to discuss administrative matters and may perform on-site viewing of all or some of the following cases. Thereafter, the members will reconvene at 2:00 p.m. at the library to hear the scheduled cases. MAJOR CONSTRUCTION MAJOR 1 Hidden Oak Farms, LLC for Coastal Site Work on behalf of Jeffrey Forrer – Request No.2015-14 – Request to install one PWC lift with associated pilings not to exceed 28 feet channelward. The project is located at 58 Skyline Court, also known as Tax Map 16, Parcel 15, Lot 58, Section 19, Ocean Pines Subdivision, Third Tax District in Worcester County, Maryland. MAJOR 2 Hidden Oak Farms, LLC for R.G. Murphy Marine Construction on behalf of Max Eberly – Request No.2015-15 – Request to replace inkind an existing 4’x50’ parallel dock and install one elevator boat lift not to exceed 11 feet channelward. This request also includes the in-kind replacement of 180 linear feet of bulkhead. The project is located at 10338 Keyser Point Road, also known as Tax Map 21, Parcel 8, Lot 1, Section A, Block 7, Cape Isle of Wight Subdivision, Tenth Tax District in Worcester County, Maryland. MAJOR 3 Coastal Compliance Solutions, LLC on behalf of Thomas and Maria Johnson – Request No.2015-16 – Request to install a 3’x136’ walkway over wetlands, a 3’x38’perpendicular pier, and a 12’x10’ platform with a 4’x19’ pier extension not to exceed 67 feet channelward. The project is located at 6222 Knoll Hill Drive, also known as Tax Map 50, Parcel 36, Lot 21, Genezer Estates Subdivision, Tenth Tax District in Worcester County, Maryland. MAJOR 4 Coastal Compliance Solutions, LLC for Hi Tide Marine LLC on behalf of State of Maryland Department of Chesapeake Bay Affairs – Request No.2015 -17- Request to install a 13’x13’ boatlift with associated pilings not to exceed 31 feet channelward. The project is located at 12917 Harbor Road, also known as Tax Map 27, Parcel 385, Lot 61, Tenth Tax District in Worcester County, Maryland. MAJOR 5 Permit Ink, LLC for Ocean City Boatlifts & Marine Construction on behalf of Peter Plourd – Request No.2015-18 – Request to install a PWC lift with associated pilings on left side of existing finger pier not to exceed 11 feet channelward. The project is located at 13454 Madison Ave. #16, also known as Tax Map 5, Parcel 8, Lot B/S #16, Townes of Nantucket, Townes of Nantucket Condominiums I,Tenth Tax District in Worcester County, Maryland. MAJOR 6 Permit Ink, LLC for Ocean City Boatlifts & Marine Construction on behalf of Derrick and Brandy Baker – Request No.2015-19 – Request to construct a 5’x19’ perpendicular pier

extension with a boatlift and associated pilings not to exceed 25 feet channelward. This request also includes 3 PWC lifts with associated pilings and 2 additional mooring poles. The project is located at 3 N. Pintail Drive, also known as Tax Map 16, Parcel 50, Lot 2, Section 14C, Ocean Pines Community, Tenth Tax District in Worcester County, Maryland. MAJOR 7 Permit Ink, LLC on behalf of Mark Longanecker – Request No.2015-20 – Request to install a boatlift with associated pilings not to exceed 14.5 feet channelward. This request also includes a PWC lift with associated pilings. The project is located at 10410 New Quay Road, also known as Tax Map 21, Parcel 8, Lot 16, Section A, Block 8, Cape Isle of Wight Subdivision, Tenth Tax District in Worcester County, Maryland. OCD-4/23/2t _________________________________

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING PROPOSED CONSTRUCTION OF WATER SYSTEM INTERCONNECTION FOR THE MYSTIC HARBOUR SANITARY SERVICE AREA WITH THE LANDINGS AND ASSATEAGUE POINTE SERVICE AREAS WORCESTER COUNTY, MARYLAND In accordance with the provisions of Section PW 5-307(b) of the Public Works Article of the Code of Public Local Laws of Worcester County, Maryland, the Worcester County Commissioners will hold a public hearing regarding the estimated cost of construction to interconnect the public water system in the Mystic Harbour Sanitary Service Area to the public water systems in The Landings Sanitary Service Area and the Assateague Pointe Sanitary Service Area (the Project). Benefits of the Project include the following: the Project will result in the creation of 900 equivalent dwelling units (EDUs) of public water service in the Mystic Harbour Service Area; the Project will enable the Mystic Harbour Water Tower to be temporarily removed from service for repainting; the Project will reduce operating costs by eliminating the need for all three plants to operate during the winter low demand period; and the Project will increase water supply redundancy and reliability for all three service areas. Total estimated Project cost is $1.2 million. Funding is proposed to be derived from 2015 Series Bond Funds with repayment through equity contributions paid by new customers in the Mystic Harbour Sanitary Service Area who connect to the public water system. The public hearing on this matter will be held on: TUESDAY, MAY 5, 2015 at 10:30 A.M. in the COUNTY COMMISSIONERS MEETING ROOM ROOM 1101 - COUNTY GOVERNMENT CENTER ONE WEST MARKET STREET, SNOW HILL, MARYLAND 21863 All interested citizens are encour-

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aged to attend the hearing and express their views on this matter. Both written and oral testimony will be accepted. THE WORCESTER COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OCD-4/23/2t _________________________________ Rosenberg & Associates, LLC 7910 Woodmont Avenue, Suite 750 Bethesda, Maryland 20814 (301) 907-8000 Diane Rosenberg Mark D. Meyer John A. Ansell, III Kenneth Savitz Caroline Fields Tracy Leyba 7910 Woodmont Avenue, Suite 750 Bethesda, Maryland 20814 Substitute Trustees Plaintiff(s) v. Thomas F. Harmon Patricia A. Harmon 500 Young Street Pocomoke City, MD 21851 Defendant(s) IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR WORCESTER COUNTY, MARYLAND Case No. 23C14001470

Worcester County, Maryland, once in each of three (3) successive weeks on or before the 11th day of May, 2015. The report states the amount of sale to be $220,370.57. Susan R. Braniecki Clerk True Copy Test: Susan R. Braniecki Clerk of the Circuit Court Worcester County MD OCD-4/23/3t _________________________________ BWW Law Group, LLC 6003 Executive Blvd., Suite 101 Rockville, MD 20852 (301) 961-6555 Carrie M. Ward, et al. 6003 Executive Blvd., Suite 101 Rockville, MD 20852 Substitute Trustees Plaintiffs vs. JEFFREY A. PEARRE JIMMY JOBSON 409 Saint Louis Avenue, Unit #57 Ocean City, MD 21842 Defendant(s) IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR WORCESTER COUNTY, MARYLAND Case No. 23C14001460

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Notice is hereby given this 13th day of April, 2015, by the Circuit Court for Worcester County, Maryland, that the sale of 500 Young Street, Pocomoke City, MD 21851, made and reported, will be ratified and confirmed, unless cause to the contrary thereof be shown on or before the 18th day of May, 2015, provided a copy of this notice be inserted in a weekly newspaper printed in said County, once in each of three successive weeks before the 11th day of May, 2015. The Report of Sale states the amount of the foreclosure sale price to be $21,000.00. Susan R. Braniecki Clerk of the Circuit Court Worcester County, MD True Copy Test: Susan R. Braniecki Clerk of the Circuit Court Worcester County MD OCD-4/23/3t _________________________________

Notice is hereby given this 16th day of April, 2015, by the Circuit Court for Worcester County, Maryland, that the sale of the property mentioned in these proceedings and described as 409 Saint Louis Avenue, Unit #57, Ocean City, MD 21842, made and reported by the Substitute Trustee, will be RATIFIED AND CONFIRMED, unless cause to the contrary thereof be shown on or before the 18th day of May, 2015, provided a copy of this NOTICE be inserted in some weekly newspaper printed in said County, once in each of three successive weeks before the 11th day of May, 2015. The report states the purchase price at the Foreclosure sale to be $71,400.00. 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-4/23/3t _________________________________

BUONASSISSI, HENNING & LASH, P.C. 1861 WIEHLE AVENUE, SUITE 300 RESTON, VIRGINIA 20190 (703) 796-1341 RICHARD A. LASH Substitute Trustee, et al, Plaintiffs, v. JULIUS J. ZDEBSKI, et al., Defendants. IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR WORCESTER COUNTY, MARYLAND Case No. 23-C-14-001551

NOTICE Notice is hereby issued this 14th day of April, 2015, that the sale of the property in this case, 30 Nottingham Lane, Berlin, MD 21811 reported by David A. Rosen, Substitute Trustee, be ratified and confirmed, unless cause to the contrary be shown on or before the 18th day of May, 2015, provided a copy of this Notice be inserted in The Ocean City Digest, a newspaper published in

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. MICHELLE LEE BURGESS MORRIS AKA MICHELLE LEE BURGESS THOMAS JASON MORRIS, II 6908 Mount Olive Church Road Snow Hill, MD 21863 Defendant(s) IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR WORCESTER COUNTY, MARYLAND Case No. 23C14001191

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PUBLIC NOTICES day of April, 2015, by the Circuit Court for Worcester County, Maryland, that the sale of the property mentioned in these proceedings and described as 6908 Mount Olive Church Road, Snow Hill, MD 21863, made and reported by the Substitute Trustee, will be RATIFIED AND CONFIRMED, unless cause to the contrary thereof be shown on or before the 18th day of May, 2015, provided a copy of this NOTICE be inserted in some weekly newspaper printed in said County, once in each of three successive weeks before the 11th day of May, 2015. The report states the purchase price at the Foreclosure sale to be $312,766.86. 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-4/23/3t _________________________________

NOTICE OF INTRODUCTION OF BILL 15-6 WORCESTER COUNTY COMMISSIONERS Take Notice that Bill 15-6 (Zoning - Structures and Storage Yards for Marine Activities in the E-1 Estate District) was introduced by Commissioners Bertino, Bunting and Mitrecic on April 21, 2015. A fair summary of the bill is as follows: § ZS 1-203(c)(18). (Renumbers the existing subsection 18 to subsection 19 and adds this new subsection to permit by special exception in the E-1 Estate District structures and storage yards for marine activities, including dry storage of seaworthy boats in operable condition and light maintenance facilities for engine, hull, deck and interior repairs and painting, provided all light engine maintenance shall be conducted within an enclosed building; establishes minimum lot requirements for lot area, lot width, and front, side and rear yard setbacks; requires screening of all structures and storage yards and provides for possible reduction of the minimum setbacks if vegetated screening of at least 35feet in width is provided.) A Public Hearing will be held on Bill 15-6 at the Commissioners' Meeting Room, Room 1101 - Government Center, One West Market Street, Snow Hill, Maryland, on Tuesday, May 19, 2015 at 11:00 a.m. 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-4/30/2t _________________________________

Butler & Hosch, P.A. 9409 Philadelphia Road Baltimore, Maryland 21237 MARK H. WITTSTADT GERARD WM. WITTSTADT, JR. Substitute Trustees 9409 Philadelphia Road, Baltimore, Maryland 21237 V Judy L. Blowe 608 Osprey Road, Unit 4 Ocean City, Maryland 21842 Defendant IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR WORCESTER COUNTY CASE # 23C13001328

NOTICE ORDERED, by the Circuit Court for Worcester County this 20th day of April, 2015, that the foreclosure sale of the real property known as 608 Osprey Road, Unit 4, Ocean City, Maryland 21842, being the property mentioned in these proceedings, made and reported by Mark H. Wittstadt and Gerard Wm. Wittstadt, Jr., Substitute Trustees, be RATIFIED AND CONFIRMED, unless cause to the contrary thereof be shown on or before the 18th day of May, 2015. Provided a copy of this Order be inserted in some weekly newspaper printed in Worcester County, once in each of three successive weeks, before the 11th day of May, 2015. The Report states the amount of the Foreclosure Sale to be $382,803.06. Susan R. Braniecki Clerk of the Circuit Court of Worcester County, Maryland True Copy Test: Susan R. Braniecki Clerk of the Circuit Court Worcester County, MD OCD-4/23/3t _________________________________

NOTICE OF INTRODUCTION OF BILL 15-7 WORCESTER COUNTY COMMISSIONERS Take Notice that Bill 15-7 (Zoning - Marine Yards, Storage Yards and Buildings in the C-1 Neighborhood Commercial District) was introduced by Commissioners Bertino, Bunting, Elder, Lockfaw, Mitrecic and Purnell on April 21, 2015. A fair summary of the bill is as follows: § ZS 1-209(c)(15). (Renumbers the existing subsection 15 to subsection 16 and adds this new subsection to permit by special exception in the C-1 Neighborhood Commercial District marine yards, storage yards and buildings for the repair of watercraft and recreational vehicles, general maintenance activities and incidental retail sales of parts and accessories; establishes minimum lot requirements for lot area, lot width, and front, side and rear yard setbacks; provides that the total square footage of the buildings shall not exceed 7,500 square feet and outdoor areas for storage, light repair, display and similar uses shall not exceed 4 acres in area; requires that outdoor uses shall be screened and display areas shall be buffered; and

requires compliance with additional provisions that apply to all uses and structures in the C-1 District.) A Public Hearing will be held on Bill 15-7 at the Commissioners' Meeting Room, Room 1101 - Government Center, One West Market Street, Snow Hill, Maryland, on Tuesday, May 19, 2015 at 11:00 a.m. 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-4/30/2t _________________________________

NOTICE Disposal of Real Property Owned by County Commissioners of Worcester County, Maryland In accordance with the provisions of Section CG 4-403 of the County Government Article of the Code of Public Local Laws of Worcester County, Maryland, the County Commissioners of Worcester County, Maryland have declared the following described real property as surplus and are considering disposal of same by conveyance to the Mayor and Council of Snow Hill, Maryland, which proposes to use this property for other public purposes. OSCAR M. PURNELL HOUSE LOCATED AT 107 EAST MARKET STREET IN SNOW HILL, MARYLAND All those lots, tracts, pieces or parcels of land situated on East Market Street and East Green Street (formerly known as Spence Street or Spence’s Alley) in the Town of Snow Hill, in the Second Election District of Worcester County, Maryland, also formerly known as the residence property of the late Oscar M. Purnell, comprising approximately 21,238 square feet, bounded on the north and northeast by East Green Street, on the southeast by East Market Street and on the southwest by the properties of Kathy J. Gordon, and including an improved structure of approximately 4,050 square feet, as identified on Worcester County Tax Map Number 200 as Parcel 49, and as conveyed unto County Commissioners of Worcester County, Maryland by Deed dated July 19, 1955 from Sallie E. Outten, widow of Clemon W. Outten, and recorded among the Land Records of Worcester County, Maryland in Liber EWR No. 83, folios 389, et seq. DETERMINED TO BE USED FOR OTHER PUBLIC PURPOSE: The County Commissioners have determined, by at least five-sevenths majority vote, that conveyance of this property to the Mayor and Council of Snow Hill to rehabilitate the building and use it as the future

home of Town Hall and the Snow Hill Police Department, or other such use of the property for the benefit of the residents of Snow Hill, constitutes a valid public purpose. TERMS OF CONVEYANCE: The County Commissioners propose to convey the above described property to the Mayor and Council of Snow Hill for the sum of Zero Dollars ($0.00) and other good and valuable considerations, and subject to any easement, encumbrance, right or benefit that may have been created or recognized on the subject property. Anyone objecting to the proposed conveyance of the above real property shall do so in writing submitted to the Worcester County Commissioners, Room 1103 - Worcester County Government Center, One West Market Street, Snow Hill, Maryland 21863 prior to 4:30 P.M. on May 14, 2015, or in person at the hour of 10:10 A.M. on May 19, 2015 during the regularly scheduled meeting of the County Commissioners to be held in Room 1101 - Worcester County Government Center, One West Market Street, Snow Hill, Maryland 21863. County Commissioners of Worcester County, Maryland OCD-4/30/3t _________________________________

NOTICE TO BIDDERS Purchase of Propane Gas Worcester County Government Facilities and Generators The Worcester County Commissioners are currently accepting bids for the purchase of propane gas for County Government buildings and generators located throughout the County for a period of two (2) years. Bid specification packages and bid forms are available from the Office of the County Commissioners, Room 1103 - Worcester County Government Center, One West Market Street, Snow Hill, Maryland 21863, may be obtained online at www.co.worcester.md.us or by calling the Commissioners’ Office at 410-632-1194 to request a package by mail. Sealed bids will be accepted until 1:00 PM, Monday, May 11, 2015 in the Office of the County Commissioners at the above address, at which time they will be opened and publicly read aloud. Envelopes shall be marked "2015-2017 Propane Gas Bid" in the lower left-hand corner. After opening, bids will be forwarded to the Department of Public Works 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 appro-

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MAY 1, 2015 priate. All inquiries shall be directed to Ken Whited, Maintenance Superintendent, at kenwhited@co.worcester.md.us or at 410-632-3766. Email Requests for Information (RFI’s) are welcomed and encouraged, and written email responses will be considered as part of the bid. OCD-4/30/1t _________________________________

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING REGARDING AMENDMENT TO COUNTY ROADS INVENTORY WORCESTER COUNTY Notice is hereby given pursuant to Section 1-204 of the Public Works Article of the Code of Public Local Laws of Worcester County, Maryland that the County Commissioners of Worcester County will hold a Public Hearing on June 2, 2015 at 10:20 a.m. in the County Commissioners’ Meeting Room, Room 1101 Government Center One West Market Street, Snow Hill, Maryland 21863 The purpose of the hearing is to receive public comment on the proposed inclusion into the Inventory of County Roads of the following public roads, all of which are located on the west side of Shell Mill Road, in the Fifth Tax District of Worcester County, Maryland as shown on Worcester County Tax Map 9 as Parcel 161 and known as Martins Port Subdivision: 1. Martins Port Drive being approximately 0.46 mile in length; and 2. Wight Island Court being approximately 0.11 mile in length. Copies of the plat for the above referenced roads are filed with the Department of Public Works - Roads Division, 6113 Timmons Road, Snow Hill, Maryland and are available during regular business hours (Monday through Friday, 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM, except holidays) for inspection. The public is invited to attend the hearing and make comment. WORCESTER COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OCD-4/30/3t _________________________________

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING WORCESTER COUNTY BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS AGENDA

THURSDAY, MAY 14, 2015 Pursuant to the provisions of the Worcester County Zoning Ordinance, notice is hereby given that a public hearing will be held before the Board of Zoning Appeals for Worcester County, in the Board Room (Room 1102) on the first floor of the Worcester County Government Center, One West Market Street, Snow Hill, Maryland. 6:30 p.m. Case No. 15-17, on the lands of Thomas Ryan Sr., requesting a special exception to increase the height of a fence from 6 feet to 8 feet in the rear yard in the A-1 Agricultural District, pursuant to Zoning Code Sections ZS 1-116(c)(3), ZS 1201(d)(2) and ZS 1-305(k)(3)B, lo-

cated at 10033 Friendship Road, approximately 560 feet south of Griffin Road, Tax Map 20, Parcel 119, in the Third Tax District of Worcester County, Maryland. 6:35 p.m. Case No. 15-18, on the lands of Spence Baptist Church, requesting a special exception to establish a church and a private noncommercial recreational area and recreational center in the A-1 Agricultural District, pursuant to Zoning Code Sections ZS 1-116(c)(3), ZS 1-201(c)(19), ZS 1-201(c)(22), ZS 1-305 and ZS 1325, located at 4824 Paw Paw Creek Road, approximately 800 feet south of Public Landing Road (MD Route 365), Tax Map 65, Parcel 11, in the Second Tax District of Worcester County, Maryland. 6:40 p.m. Case No. 15-20, on the lands of Berlin YDI, LLC, requesting a special exception to construct a nonmonument freestanding sign in the C-2 General Commercial District, pursuant to Zoning Code Sections ZS 1-116(c)(3), ZS 1-210(d)(3) and ZS 1324(c)(4)B4, located at the northeasterly intersection of Ocean Gateway and Waterview Drive, Tax Map 26, Parcel 392, Lots 41-50A, in the Tenth Tax District of Worcester County, Maryland. ADMINISTRATIVE MATTERS OCD-4/30/2t _________________________________

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARINGS BOARD OF PORT WARDENS Pursuant to the provisions of Chapter 106, “Waterways,” Article II – “Shoreline Development” of the Code of the Town of Ocean City, Maryland, hereinafter referred to as the Code, same being the Port Wardens Ordinance of Ocean City, Maryland, notice is hereby given that public hearings will be conducted in the Council Chambers of City Hall located at 301 Baltimore Avenue, Ocean City, MD Thursday May 14th, 2015 At 2:00 PM A request has been submitted to move existing boatlift and poles to the right of existing dock. Add a 4’x5’ extension on dock add 2 poles to the left and install boatlift, add one jet ski lift with pole on right side of property “main channel side” located at 10627 Pine Needle RD Parcel # 1706A-59 -0 -0116-109027 in the Town of Ocean City, MD Applicant: Blake’s Boatlift Owner: Raymond Duzante PW15-143 A request has been submitted to install one (1) boatlift with all associated poles. Maximum channel ward extension of 34’located at 719 Rusty Anchor RD, Unit 10 Parcel # 9160 -10-A- 0 -0115-098610 in the Town of Ocean City, MD. Applicant: Hidden Oak Farm, LLC Owner: Ronald Kastina PW15-144 A request has been submitted to

demo an existing boat lift and install it to the opposite side of the existing pier with all associated poles. Extend the existing 6’ x 26’ pier by 2 feet for a total pier size of 6’x28’, and install a 6’ x16’ parallel dock to the left end of the pier. Maximum channel ward extension of 28’ located at 14105 Caine Stable RD Parcel # 0110B-7 39- 2A-0 -0118-186846 in the Town of Ocean City, MD. Applicant: Hidden Oak Farm, LLC Owner: Edward Flugrad PW15-145 A request has been submitted to install one (1) 20’x5’ perpendicular pier with one (1) boatlift and all necessary associated piles for a maximum channel ward extension of 20’ located at 2854 Gull Way Parcel # 4892 -A27 - -0 -0112-061156 in the Town of Ocean City, MD. Applicant: Elaine & Don Delude Owner: Dixie Chinn & Elaine Delude PW15-146 A request has been submitted to install two (2) PWC lifts onto existing poles. Install boatlift with poles 14.4ft channel ward located at 212 Kingfish ST Parcel # 3330 -68 -00111-042046 in the Town of Ocean City, MD. Applicant: Ocean City Boatlifts & Marine Construction Owner: Rodney Seltzer PW15-147 A request has been submitted to extend existing pier 6’ x 25’ for total 6’ x 50’. Install one (1) boatlift with poles. Install 4 pole double jet-ski lift 50ft channel ward located at 1566 Teal DR Parcel # 3429 -9-0 -0111039835 in the Town of Ocean City, MD. Applicant: Permit INK Owner: Avraham Sibony PW15-148 Board of Port Wardens Blake McGrath, Chairman Valerie Gaskill, Attorney OCD-4/30/2t _________________________________

ORDINANCE 2015-9 TOWN OF OCEAN CITY Notice is hereby given by the Mayor and City Council of Ocean City that Ordnance 2015-9 was introduced for first reading at the Council meeting of April 20, 2015. A complete text of said ordinance is available for review in the City Clerk’s Office, City Hall, 3rd Street and Baltimore Avenue, Ocean City, Maryland 21842, and available online at www.oceancitymd.gov “Council Agendas”. Ordinance 2015-9 makes the following changes to Chapter 102, entitled Vehicles for Hire, as recommended by the Police Commission: adds the definition of Chief of Police and designee, adds replacement fee for lost or stolen medallion, adds verbiage making it unlawful to charge a cleaning fee to a passenger in excess of $150, changes the annual expiration date of the inspection decal, prohibits taxi cab inspections from August 1 through December 31 of every year, adds term of annual permit, repeals 30-

PAGE 83 day temporary permitting pending receipt of driving and criminal background checks, changes the appeal process, adds a fee to the owner who fails to notify the taxi driver of a drug screening test, adds provisions for voluntary deactivation and reactivation of tax drivers licenses if driver is unavailable for random drug testing, adds suspension or revocation provision in the presence of a public safety hazard, adds violations of federal laws may yield suspension or revocation laws, adds suspension and revocation measures based on the conviction of a felony and appeal process, adds reference to the Transportation Network Services as outlined in C.O.M.A.R. OCD-4/30/1t _________________________________ Butler & Hosch, P.A. 9409 Philadelphia Road Baltimore, Maryland 21237 MARK H. WITTSTADT GERARD WM. WITTSTADT, JR. Substitute Trustees 9409 Philadelphia Road, Baltimore, Maryland 21237 V George H. Fuhrer IV 11326 Newport Bay Drive Berlin, Maryland 21811 Defendant IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR WORCESTER COUNTY CASE # 23C14001210

NOTICE ORDERED, by the Circuit Court for Worcester County this 24th day of April, 2015, that the foreclosure sale of the real property known as 11326 Newport Bay Drive, Berlin, Maryland 21811, being the property mentioned in these proceedings, made and reported by Mark H. Wittstadt and Gerard Wm. Wittstadt, Jr., Substitute Trustees, be RATIFIED AND CONFIRMED, unless cause to the contrary thereof be shown on or before the 25th day of May, 2015. Provided a copy of this Order be inserted in some weekly newspaper printed in Worcester County, once in each of three successive weeks, before the 18th day of May, 2015. The Report states the amount of the Foreclosure Sale to be $833,000.00. Susan R. Braniecki Clerk of the Circuit Court of Worcester County, Maryland True Copy Test: Susan R. Braniecki Clerk of the Circuit Court Worcester County, MD OCD-4/30/3t _________________________________ IN THE ORPHANS’ COURT FOR (OR) BEFORE THE REGISTER OF WILLS FOR WORCESTER COUNTY, MARYLAND IN THE ESTATE OF: LEROY SMITH ESTATE NO. 15790

NOTICE OF JUDICIAL PROBATE To all Persons Interested in the above estate: You are hereby notified that a petition has been filed by Arthur L. Drager, Esq. of the Law Office of Arthur L. Drager, LLC, One North Charles Street, Suite 1200, Balti-

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PUBLIC NOTICES more, Maryland 21201 for judicial probate for the appointment of a personal representative. A hearing will be held at Worcester County Court House, Court Room 4, One West Market Street, Snow Hill, MD 21863 on 05/12/2015 at 10:15 a.m. This hearing may be transferred or postponed to a subsequent time. Further information may be obtained by reviewing the estate file in the office of the Register of Wills. Charlotte K. Cathell Register of Wills One W. Market Street Room 102 - Court House Snow Hill, MD 21863-1074 Phone: (410) 632-1529 Newspaper designated by personal representative: Ocean City Digest Publication Date: 04/30/2015 OCD-4/30/2t _________________________________ COHN, GOLDBERG & DEUTSCH, LLC ATTORNEYS AT LAW 600 BALTIMORE AVENUE SUITE 208 TOWSON, MD 21204 410-296-2550 Edward S. Cohn Stephen N. Goldberg Richard E. Solomon Richard J. Rogers Randall J. Rolls David W. Simpson, Jr. 600 Baltimore Avenue, Suite 208 Towson, MD 21204 Substitute Trustees Plaintiffs v. Marion F. Zulty 13601 Wight Street, Unit 6NB Ocean City, MD 21842 Defendant IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR WORCESTER COUNTY, MARYLAND Case No. 23-C-14-001545

NOTICE Notice is hereby given this 24th day of April, 2015, by the Circuit Court for Worcester County, that the sale of the property mentioned in these proceedings, made and reported, will be ratified and confirmed, unless cause to the contrary thereof be shown on or before the 25th day of May, 2015, provided a copy of this notice be published in a newspaper of general circulation in Worcester County, once in each of three successive weeks before the 18th day of May, 2015. The Report of Sale states the amount of the foreclosure sale price to be $198,850.23. The property sold herein is known as 13601 Wight Street, Unit 6NB, Ocean City, MD

21842. 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-4/30/3t _________________________________ 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. DAVID M. VACH CAROL C. VACH ROBERT B. BOYLE 2101 Philadelphia Avenue, Unit #305 Ocean City, MD 21842 Defendant(s) IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR WORCESTER COUNTY, MARYLAND Case No. 23C14001550

NOTICE Notice is hereby given this 24th day of April, 2015, by the Circuit Court for Worcester County, Maryland, that the sale of the property mentioned in these proceedings and described as 2101 Philadelphia Avenue, Unit #305, 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 25th day of May, 2015, provided a copy of this NOTICE be inserted in some weekly newspaper printed in said County, once in each of three successive weeks before the 18th day of May, 2015. The report states the purchase price at the Foreclosure sale to be $414,987.43. 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-4/30/3t _________________________________

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS TOWN OF OCEAN CITY, MARYLAND Pursuant to the provisions of Chapter 110 of the Code of Ocean City, Maryland, hereinafter referred to as the Code, same being the Zoning Ordinance for Ocean City, Maryland, notice is hereby given that public hearings will be conducted by the Board of Zoning Appeals for Ocean City, Maryland in the Council Chambers of City Hall located on Baltimore Avenue and Third Street, in the Town of Ocean City, Maryland on: THURSDAY, MAY 14, 2015 at 6:00 p.m. Pursuant to the provisions of Section 110-93(2), Powers, of the Code, an appeal has been filed pursuant to the provisions of Section 11094(2)(b) requesting a special parking exception to waive one (1) parking space in conjunction with the newly proposed second phase of Oceans Mist Condominiums, a 4-unit condominium, Ocean Mist II, providing 9 parking spaces instead of 10 as required by Code. The site of the appeal is described as Lots 4 and 5 (on Baltimore Avenue), and Lots 9 and 10 (on Atlantic Avenue), Block 7N of the Sinepuxent Beach Company Plat; the entire project is further described as located on the east side of Baltimore Avenue and west side of Atlantic Avenue, between 6th and 7th Streets,

and known locally as 604 Baltimore Avenue and 609 Atlantic Avenue, in the Town of Ocean City, Maryland. APPLICANT: OCEANS MIST 2 DEVELOPMENT, INC – (BZA 2430 #15-09400004) Further information concerning the public hearings may be examined in the office of the Department of Planning and Community Development in City Hall. Alfred Harrison, Chairman Heather Stansbury, Attorney OCD-4/30/2t _________________________________

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Pursuant to the provisions of Chapter 110, Zoning, of the Code of the Town of Ocean City, Maryland, notice is hereby given that a public hearing will be conducted by the Planning and Zoning Commission in the Council Chambers of City Hall located at 301 Baltimore Avenue in the Town of Ocean City, Maryland on: TUESDAY, MAY 19, 2015 At 7:00 pm Pursuant to the provisions of Article II, Section 5, Conditional Uses, a request has been filed under the provisions of Section 110-514, Uses permitted by Conditional Use in the LC-1, Local Commercial District to permit an existing establishment to erect a new distillery, similar to other manufacturing and wholesale establishments listed herein. The site of the request is described as Parcels 6846 and 6847, located on the south side of 49th Street, situated just east of Seacrets, and locally known as 113 & 115-49th Streets in the Town of Ocean City, Maryland. APPLICANT: SEACRETS SHIPPING COMPANY (FILE #15-12100006) No oral or written testimony will be accepted after the close of the public hearing. Public hearings that are not completed at one meeting may be continued without additional advertised notice provided the Commission Chairman announces that the hearing will be continued and gives persons in attendance an opportunity to sign up for written notice of the additional hearing dates. For further information concerning this public hearing, please contact the Department of Planning and Community Development, Room 242, City Hall, 301 Baltimore Avenue, Ocean City, MD 21842. Phone 410-289-8855. PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION PAM GREER BUCKLEY, CHAIRPERSON WILLIAM E. ESHAM, III, ATTORNEY OCD-4/30/1t _________________________________

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Springfest sets tone for summer ahead

Wow. It’s been 25 years since it began to rain every first full weekend of May. Just kidding, but that’s how long Springfest – and the standard Springfest joke about the weather – has been around and it did seem not long after the advent of this celebration a quarter of a century ago that it would forever be cursed with inclement meteorological circumstances. Fortunately for the four-day event and the tens of thousands of people who visit each year, that turned out not to be the case, as it has grown to become the major economic driver of early spring, just as its older companion celebration, Sunfest, has extended the fall market. First suggested by then City Councilman Jim Hall, Springfest more or less copied the successful Sunfest formula. The primary difference between the two, however, is that Springfest – and the business it generates – helps set the tone for the season to come, as opposed to lengthening a season that’s mostly finished. If local businesses – restaurants, real estate, retail and lodging – do well going before Memorial Day, that’s a real pre-season confidence booster for their operators as well as anyone associated with them. In addition, business plans are made or adjusted in these final weeks before the traditional summer starts, so the Springfest performance issue really matters. As everyone already knows, this year’s edition of the springtime celebration begins next Thursday and, with luck, the weather and the crowds will be good. As the resort prepares for its annual make-or-break 15 weeks of heavy commerce, everyone is hoping that this 25th anniversary of Springfest will be notable not just as a testament to its durability, but for its success as well.

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Letters to the editor WCHD elaborates feral cat issue

Editor, The Worcester County Health Department (WCHD) would like to provide some balance to the article in last week’s Ocean City Today entitled “Legal, ethical issues at odds for cat control.” Worcester County Health Department responded to the Ocean City Police Commissioners’ invitation to present information on the public health issues related to feral cats in Ocean City. WCHD delivered this information to the Ocean City Police Commission last week. WCHD has responsibility in two areas related to animal populations. First, the health department must ensure the safety of the public health through implementation of the state rabies control regulations. Second, the health department is responsible for responding to complaints regarding nuisance property conditions which threaten personal and public health. The health department’s engagement is entirely “complaint driven.” Whenever our Environmental Health division becomes involved with a case involving an animal it is because a complaint was made by

a member of the public. WCHD then responds to investigate those complaints. The number and frequency of complaints from Ocean City residents to the health department regarding feral cats and nuisance property conditions have been increasing in recent years. Since 2012, Worcester County Health Department has responded to dozens of complaints from Ocean City residents and visitors alike, regarding personal health concerns and property damage related to feral/free-roaming cats. Residents and visitors have been bitten or scratched by cats in broad daylight, in public areas. Residents have had their pets attacked by feral/free-roaming cats. Residents report property destruction, nuisance property conditions and personal health concerns related to colonies of cats that roam freely, depositing feces and urine. Rabies is always fatal for humans and pets once symptoms begin. Humans and animals bitten or scratched by certain other animals must take Rabies Post Exposure Prevention (PEP) treatments unless the offending animal can be confirmed as not rabid. For the period between 20002014, in Maryland, there were 278 confirmed rabid cats,

compared to 15 dogs. For Worcester County in the same period, 11 cats were confirmed as rabid while only two dogs were confirmed as rabid. Also during this time in Worcester County, 178 individuals received rabies PEP treatment. Forty-seven of those individuals required treatment directly due to exposure to a rabid cat or a cat that could not be properly identified, located, quarantined or tested. The majority of cat-related injury and impact stems from stray or free roaming cats not domesticated “house” cats. According to health department investigation statistics, one rabid cat results, on average, in six human exposures, costing an average of $6,500 per person for proper medical treatment and rabies PEP. Additionally, one rabid cat is typically associated with several household pet and ownedanimal exposures, many of which require prolonged quarantine, veterinary care and on occasion, euthanasia. These costs are borne by the victims as well as the taxpayer. In Ocean City, citizens generally have very little recourse to protect themselves from these circumstances, largely due to the absence of an animal control ordinance. In reContinued on Page 86

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COMMUNITY BRIEFS Continued from Page 85 sponse to questions from Commission members regarding potential solutions, one recommendation from the health department was for the town to adopt an animal control ordinance. The Worcester County Health Department appreciates the opportunity to provide information, which may assist the Ocean City Police Commission and Town of Ocean City to enact appropriate policies to minimize rabies exposure and reduce health nuisance complaints. Deborah Goeller, RN, MSN Health Officer Andrea Mathias, MD, MPH Deputy Health Officer

Volunteerism encouraged

Editor, In celebration of National Volunteer Week, April 12-18, I am writing to recognize the residents of our community whose lives have been enriched through the feeling that comes from helping others. I encourage you to find a worthy cause with which to volunteer. I give my time to the American Cancer Society because cancer has touched everyone in some way, including my family. To help others in their fight against cancer is truly humbling. Volunteers have been the backbone of the American Cancer Society since its founding over 100 years ago. They continue to provide the crusading spirit

the Society has needed to champion the fight against this terrible disease. Each of our volunteers has given time that is both meaningful and close to their heart. Thank you to local volunteers for their participation in our many programs such as Road To Recovery; events like Relay For Life; as dedicated members of community advocacy teams; or even helping in a local office to stuff envelopes. Because of the passion and commitment of these volunteers, the American Cancer Society can continue to save lives by helping people stay well and get well, by finding cures, and by fighting back against cancer. Clifford Berg Member, American Cancer Society’s South Atlantic Division Board of Directors Ocean Pines

Pay-per-sit suggested

Editor, The local news has been captivated this past week with the pressing matter of armrests for the boardwalk benches to keep out the homeless. However, it appears the greater issue is how to pay for them. A unique solution in line with the Ocean City spirit — put meters on them and they become another revenue source. Jim Starr Ocean Pines

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Vegan cannibals

By Stewart Dobson Editor/Publisher So many unrelated matters of public interest have been happening in recent weeks that it’s difficult to address them in any kind of order that makes sense, not that making sense appears to be a public priority these days. Any number of people, for instance, have tuned into the Bruce Jenner-isturning-himself-into-a-woman saga. I don’t get the fascination, considering that so many people – thousands, apparently – have already done what Jenner plans to do. If you look at it in baseball terms, it’s just not that big of a deal: having cleared his own waivers about this business, he has designated himself for assignment. On the other hand, what is interesting is that surgeons around the world have become so good at this sort of thing that it wouldn’t surprise me to hear that someone has taken the dual approach, as it were, in order to become a true utility player. *** The Russian cargo rocket headed to the international space station went out of control this week and is

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headed back toward Earth. Although much of the craft is expected to burn in the atmosphere, some chunks will land. The problem is, no one can say exactly where that will happen and, worse, might not know until right before it hits. The good news, however, is that all the major networks are prepared for this eventuality and have created emergency messages to be broadcast as soon as possible before impact. They do advise, however, that “DUCK!” might not be all that timely under the circumstances. In addition to that warning, and depending on where the debris hits, Fox News has another one on standby: “They had it coming.” *** A news item in one of the big daily papers this week reported that a great number of people prefer vegetarian-fed chicken, which would be the same thing as saying that people who eat people would prefer to eat people who don’t eat people, if you can follow that logic. Chickens will eat anything, of course, but the real question is whether the vegetables vegetarian chickens eat are fertilized with chicken …. and whether that chicken came from a vegetarian chicken or …. It just goes on and on.

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