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By Brian Gilliland Associate Editor (Aug. 19, 2016) Two more pedestrians were struck by vehicles in the resort last weekend, upping the total number of people hit this year to 19, which is two more officially tallied than the entirety of 2015, but one fewer than 2014, according to figures released by the Ocean City Police Department.

Saturday night around 10:45 p.m., an unidentified 34-year-old male attempted to cross Coastal Highway in the area of 73rd Street, when he was struck by a 4-door sedan, according to police.

He was airlifted to PeninJOSH DAVIS/OCEAN CITY TODAY sula Regional Medical CenPRECAUTIONARY LANDING ter, where he was treated and An aerial tour plane made an emergency landing on Assateague beach on Thursday morning. According to Ocean City Municipal Airport officials, the pilot landed released. The driver of the the plane as a precautionary measure.

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FEMA sticks with same old story Residents seeking solutions for flood zone errors hear agency’s standard response

By Katie Tabeling Staff Writer (Aug. 19, 2016) Although victims of skyrocketing premiums were given a chance to air their grievances about an apparent flood zone mapping error that put them in a riskier flood area, they often found themselves listening to federal officials repeat one mantra during Tuesday’s flood insurance open house at City Hall.

“We are working with the town to provide technical assistance and refine

the data on the map and redefine the dunes,” FEMA Risk Analysis Branch Chief Kathryn Lipiecki told dozens of insurance agents, property owners and Realtors.

Ocean City contends that the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) erroneously placed certain properties between 93rd and 123rd Streets in a high-risk zone, resulting in thousand-dollar increases in insurance.

The Rainbow condominium near 112nd Street was at one point said to have been hit with a $460,000 premium.

After numerous exchanges between city officials and FEMA representatives, Ocean City decided to proceed in April by asking for a map revision application

in April. The council authorized paying $15,000 to complete the application in six to eight months.

Then the letter needs to be sent to FEMA for consideration, which could also take time.

“We’ve been asked to give this high priority and expedite this. The normal time frame for this process is six to nine months,” Lipiecki said. “But we’re expected to see this in a shorter timeframe.”

The process may be considered drawn-out, but considering the last time FEMA had updated its flood maps for this area was in 1988, Ocean City’s concerns are being fast-tracked.

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Boat accident claims life of 9-year-old boy

By Brian Gilliland Associate Editor (Aug. 19, 2016) While initial reports contained information on two child victims — one injured, one killed — who fell from the bow of a pontoon boat Wednesday and were subsequently run over and struck by the propeller, more investigation revealed that only the younger child was involved.

Kaden JT Frederick, 9, of Howell, New Jersey was one of 17 people aboard a rental ponSee FAMILY Page 10

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Credit card readers popular with tram riders Payment systems could be coming to OC public transit sooner rather than later

By Katie Tabeling Staff Writer (Aug. 19 2016) With summer coming to a close, Ocean City officials are now calculating revenue made from the trams’ two payment methods: cash or credit.

The resort installed handheld credit card readers on all 16 trams right before Springfest to give visitors a seamless transaction, rather than fumbling for exact change for the $3 ride. Card machines were also installed at the tram booth at North Division Street.

Transit officials said that conductors were apprehensive about the readers initially, but quickly warmed to the idea after finding how simple they were to use.

Revenues suggest that consumers are also enjoying to the new option.

“We are finding more folks are using the credit cards along the Boardwalk, and it’s been very consistent,” Transit Manager Mark Rickards said during Tuesday’s Transportation Commission. “We’re very close to this year’s budget.”

The total revenue from tram rides in July was roughly $398,250. Approximately $40,000 was collected through the portable card machines on trams and another $35,000 was accounted for at the booth’s credit machines.

Total revenues from tram rides in June were $263,500. Roughly $46,000 that month was charged with plastic.

“We’re gaining riders, and the percentage seems to be going up,” Mayor Rick Meehan said.

More recently, the resort has seen $26,600 in credit card transactions as of August 10.

“We do think there’s room for growth and a lesson to be learned with the bus operations,” Rickards said.

In other related business, Public Works Director Hal Adkins told the commission that it was time to start

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considering replacing the old tram vehicles.

“We bought them 12 years ago, believe it or not, at an approximate $1.9 million expenditure,” Adkins said. “This is to let you know that through Mark, we’re planning to form an internal committee to discuss turning radiuses [of the trams] and future finances, and establish what direction we’re going to go.”

As with the replacement of any major equipment, the new tramcars will cost the city a hefty chunk of change. Budget Manager Jennie Knapp told the commission that there would be an associated cost increase to the transportation department.

“There will be an increase because of the lease. Right now, they’re not paying a lease on the trams because they have been bought,” she

said. “The cost will increase probably to $150,000 to $200,000 a year.”

Finally, the commission also discussed a new advertising campaign that focuses on informing Boardwalk patrons how to hitch a ride on the trams. Councilman Dennis Dare, who pushed the initiative, came up with a slogan “raise your hand to ride the tram.”

Communications Manager Jessica Waters told the commission that they were going to start filming for a television ad today when the trams went into service. The video will be completed the following week and will hit television and social media outlets shortly afterwards.

While satisfied with its progress, Dare did express a concern over using just one outreach avenue and suggested putting the message on

the electronic signs and on the trams.

“To retain it from watching TV to the time they hit the Boardwalk is slim to none,” he said.

Waters agreed, noting that not everyone watches television.

“Just like everything, you can’t have it in one place. You have to have it for everyone and everywhere,” she said. “Some don’t watch TV, but they’ll see the e-signs. Some don’t read the e-signs, but they’ll be looking at their phones.”

Meehan also added that the key to the advertisement campaign’s success was to get the catchphrase out in the public. “‘Raise your hand to ride the tram.’ You’ll hear a little kid say it because they’ll see it on TV,” he said.

“It’s amazing how those types of things catch on.”

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Time only solution to OC flood map trouble Continued from Page 1 The resort is also providing the agency survey information on the buildings and boundaries on the floodplain to fill in gaps in FEMA’s data. Some high-rises, such as the Rainbow, have more protection because of two dunes between them and the ocean.

City officials said one dune was required to be built when the structure was erected in 1993. Later, the Army Corps of Engineers added a second dune in the last two decades, thus providing double protection.

Delmarva Condominium Managers Association President Joe Groves said that when FEMA was updating its maps in 2015, his organization was shown the maps – and that several high-rises were not included in a high-risk zone.

“We were in an X zone [minimal flood hazard],” he said. “And that’s why there’s a lot of angry people in this room, because when it came out afterwards, it showed everyone in this VE [a storm velocity designation] zone all of a sudden.”

FEMA explained that higher flows, frequent storms and access to improved imaging technology to examine elevations could lead to buildings being recently included in the flood zone. Stable structures, like established dunes, also are taken into account, but those established in beach replenishment are not.

Insurance assessors determined that one dune was stable and could offer adequate protection, while the second, frontal one was considered a secondary landscaping feature.

“In order for the primary frontal dune to meet the requirements to show as protecting, it has to have certain width and volume of sand,” said Nichole Lick, a floodplain manager with FEMA. “I believe the secondary dune needs to be included for the primary dune to count. So you

could not have in this case move the secondary dune and say ‘Hey, we only want to rely on the primary dune.’”

City Engineer Terry McGean, however, disagreed.

“I don’t want to get into an argument with FEMA, but that is not correct,” McGean said. “Throughout the rest of the town, you did map it without the secondary dune and considered the primary dune. It’s counterintuitive to show them that you can move the line, not count the secondary dune and still have adequate protection. It’s difficult and frustrating.”

Other attendees asked why the federal agency disregarded the Army Corps of Engineer’s assessment to create the VE zone boundary. FEMA officials said that they do take their data into consideration, but the Corps has its own regulations, which differ from FEMA’s.

Another concern expressed involved the added fees and a $250 surcharge on all polices that property owners have to pay. According to FEMA, a percentage of premium is set aside for a reserve fund assessment because of recent legislation.

Subsidized premiums now increase between five to 15 percent until the property reaches its full-risk rate.

Last year, most Ocean City properties capped at five percent.

Owners of property that was downgraded to an X zone were advised to find a policy, since it would be less expensive in a low-risk area, and maintain it. Currently, a grandfather clause is in place that would allow the policyholder to maintain the lower rate.

FEMA also launched an affordability study shortly after the legislation enacting these new policies was passed in 2014.

Federal officials recommended that homeowners still take flood haz-

ard mitigation steps now in preparation for increasing rates.

“An important takeaway from today is that this is what we know right now. And what we know right now is that this will change whether with a [letter of map revision application], an update or at least the rate that Congress is going, subsidized rates are going away,” Lick said.

“Make sure your risk is reduced when premiums go up and they won’t be so high if you take measures.”

FEMA recommended filling in subgrade crawlspaces or basements, since that has a negative impact on insurance coverage. Installing flood vents in areas with enclosed spaces with a lowered floor and removing breakwalls can also go a long way in bringing down the cost.

Delegate Mary Beth Carozza (R-

38C) said it is time to break down issues with mapping and the premium policy.

“You have to look at these issues and see if it’s at a federal or state level and then, depending what level, is it legislative or regulatory,” she said. “To me, any time you can do something without legislation, it’s a lot cleaner to make good change. If it’s legislative, we need to engage Rep. Andy Harris and our senators, and at a state level, Sen. Mathias and others at my level.

“We need to maximize the fact that Rep. Harris is on appropriations [the Committee on Appropriations for Homeland Security] and the fact that Sen. Barbara Mikulski is leaving.

But we have a commitment from FEMA, and there is obviously an effort here on how to work through this issue.”

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SHA delays Route 113 work on utility crossings again Stormwater drainage pipes need replacement, highway to be detoured for project

By Brian Gilliland Associate Editor (Aug. 19, 2016) The State Highway Administration has again pushed back the day work will begin on four stormwater management crossings under Route 113. The new start date target is Aug. 23.

“We’re not quite where we want to be in terms of off-road prep, so crews will stay focused on getting as much done as they can right up to the roadway edge,” Bob Rager, district community liaison for SHA, said.

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Work will primarily take place at night, and the road will be detoured from 6 p.m. until 6 a.m.

Three installations will be just south of Langmaid Road, and will use that street and Newark Road as bypasses.

The fourth installation will take place north of Basket Switch Road, and drivers can use that road as well as Newark Road to get by.

The SHA measured the detours at about 1 mile each.

“SHA recognizes there may be some frustration among motorists and residents with the date changes, and we hope everyone understands why we approach this kind of work very carefully – US 113 is the primary north-south route for this area and a key regional highway,” Rager said. “We don’t want to cut the road until we’ve got a high degree of confidence that a crossing will be done in one night.”

Rager described the work as “fairly routine,” but cautioned that crews could encounter unmarked utilities, unfavorable soil conditions and weather that could result in further delays even if work proceeds according to the new schedule.

“So crews not only have to plan for the work, they have to anticipate the unexpected as much as possible to minimize public impacts,” he said.

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Number of people hit by cars in resort close to 2014 totals Continued from Page 1 vehicle was uninjured.

Police said the victim was not using a crosswalk when the vehicle struck him.

Just a few hours later on early Sunday morning, two other unidentified men attempted to cross Coastal Highway in the area of 123rd Street, when one of them was struck.

The victim, identified only by age at 20 years, was in the crosswalk but crossing against the pedestrian signal, and was transported to PRMC with non-life threatening injuries.

These cases occurred just four days after two unidentified men, crossing with the right of way, were both struck at the same time as they attempted to cross Coastal Highway at 85th Street.

Of the 19 people who have been hit by automobiles in 18 incidents, 13 required Emergency Medical Services transport, and the OCPD determined the pedestrian was at fault in 11 of those incidents.

At this time last year, 11 pedestrians had been struck by vehicles, but would increase to 17 by year’s end. Of those incidents, 12 required EMS response and 12 cases were determined to be the pedestrian’s fault.

However, by this point in 2014, 19 pedestrians had been struck and would increase to 34 victims in 33 incidents by the end of the year. EMS transport was required in 17 of those cases and the pedestrian was found to be at fault 17 times.

In 2013, 16 pedestrians had been struck in the resort.

The trend is similar with bicycle accidents.

So far this year, 20 bicycle-related incidents have occurred, with only one requiring EMS assistance and the bicyclist was found to be at fault 12

times.

Last year at this time there were only 15 bicycle-related incidents, which would increase to 23 by year’s end. Of those, eight would require EMS and 12 incidents were determined to be the bicyclist’s fault.

In 2014, there were 23 bicycle collisions, which would increase to 31 by the end of the year. Of those, 11 would require EMS transport and 20 would later be found to be the bicyclist’s fault.

The resort recorded two pedestrian fatalities in 2012. On June 5, 2012, a 15-year-old girl from Western Maryland was, according to published reports, struck while attempting to catch a bus against a “no walk” sign.

Memorial Day weekend of that year saw a man, Diogo Facchini, sentenced to five years in prison, with five years of probation and a $5,000 fine connected with the death of Towson University student Matthew Cheswick.

For the first time since then, Ocean City has had a pedestrian struck and killed by a vehicle this year.

In May, Jeffrey Yale Delong of Kutztown Pennsylvania was apparently trying to catch a bus when he was hit by a marked police Chevrolet Tahoe operated by Officer Xeniya Patterson, who was on active duty at the time. Patterson, a five-year veteran of the force, was placed on administrative leave, but returned to duty later that same month.

Details of the investigation or any administrative action against the officer have not been released, except for the results of a blood alcohol test performed on Patterson close to the time of the accident.

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Man airlifted after shallow dive

By Katie Tabeling Staff Writer (Aug. 19, 2016) A 20-year-old man suffered severe neck injuries and had to be airlifted to the hospital Saturday after apparently diving off a pier into shallow water.

The man, whom police did not identify, attempted the dive off a pier behind 45th Street Taphouse Bar & Grill and OC Steamers around 5:15 p.m., police said.

When Ocean City officers arrived on the scene, the man was conscious and alert but reported having lost all sensation in the lower portion of his body.

“He was breathing upon arrival of first responders, but he showed signs of a neck and back injury,” said Ocean City Police Department spokesperson Lindsay Richard.

The man was airlifted by the Maryland State Police helicopter to Peninsula Regional Medical Center in Salisbury, according to the International Association of Fire Fighters Local 4269. His condition has not been reported.

Diving off Ocean City piers is not illegal, but is potentially deadly in unknown waters and especially so in certain areas of the bay where the depth may be no more than two or three feet at high tide.

“While it is extremely unsafe to dive off of a pier or bulkhead, there is no law or ordinance preventing it,” Richard said.

In 2014, a 23-year-old man from Camp Hill, Pennsylvania was left paralyzed from the chest down after he dove into shallow water and struck bottom while on a Memorial Day weekend vacation.

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By Greg Ellison Staff Writer (Aug. 19, 2016) The initial voyage aboard a powerboat purchased on Friday ended with a Coast Guard escort back to shore on Sunday after the vessel lost radio contact because of an antenna malfunction.

Petty officer First Class Larry Johnson said the initial phone call concerning the boat came in on Sunday at 11:27 a.m. after the crew of four ventured out to the canyon areas Saturday for an overnight fishing trip but had not been heard from for hours.

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Thomson said the propeller struck Fredrick in the head at least once. He is the 11th boating fatality in the state so far this year, Thomson said.

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The family was returning from a day trip on Assateague Island, she continued, and was heading back to Ocean City when the accident occurred.

Nearby, a passing tour boat had two nurses, an EMT and two out-of-state police troopers, who immediately dove into the water and attempted to resuscitate the boy, but failed, Thomson said.

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By Greg Ellison Staff Writer (Aug. 19, 2016) The future of Ocean City VFW Post 8296 continues to be uncertain following a meeting Tuesday night when membership voted to retain the post’s charter while also entertaining the notion of selling its property.

VFW Post 8296 Commander Bob Shiffner said a public appeal for support earlier this month resulted in expressions of concern but has failed so far to swell the ranks or fatten the coffers.

“Out of half a dozen people, two of them said they could come down and volunteer to help us out,” he said.

“One of them, a postman in town, became a member.”

Since Ocean City has many Realtors, Shiffner said he was not surprised to be contacted by numerous parties looking to purchase the prime piece of Coastal Highway real estate after the financial challenges came to light recently.

“Now that it looks like there’s blood in the water, people are circling looking for the opportunity to buy the place, but we’re not at that point yet,” he said. “I was concerned about putting the word out that we’re in trouble because as many people that might want to help there’s five times as many people that want to get their hands on this piece of property.”

Describing it as a ‘funny situation,’ Shiffner said others have further attempted to pick the bones of the still operational entity.

“I’ve had people call me and try to buy my equipment out from under me,” he said.

Despite the seemingly dire outlook, Shiffner expressed hope that this years OC Bike Fest will provide a financial boost, as the post will be open the entire weekend starting on Friday, Sept. 15.

“The bikers spend a lot of money down here and they like us,” he said.

“On Saturday we’re going to have a big rally there with the Hogs and Heroes, they’re going to have their national meeting there. They’re going to have Greene Turtle cater it and we’re going to have people to handle the bar so that will help us out.”

When he got wind of Ocean City VFW Post 8296’s struggle to survive, Hogs and Heroes Foundation National President and Founder Andrew “Devildoc” Mutchler, was quick to jump on board and suggested the organization’s national meeting and awards ceremony be held at the 66th Street location.

“We stand solemnly behind the VFW,” he said.

Thinking back, Mutchler recalls memories of his youth when he

would spend countless hours at VFW Post 8590 in Lanham, Maryland, where his father was a member.

Although the Hogs and Heroes’ broader mission is to support and raise money for police officers, firefighters, emergency medical workers, U.S. military veterans and those killed or lost in combat, Mutchler admitted the VFW is dear to his heart.

“You would hope one day it isn’t needed,” he said. “We will be here every year until we have a full accounting of all of our brothers and sisters left behind.”

In addition to what looks to be a large draw for the VFW that weekend, Shiffner said Ocean City has stepped to the plate to provide another fundraising opportunity, but volunteers are still needed to take advantage of the occasion.

“We also have a beer concession that the town has given us at the convention center on the 15, 16 and 17,” he said. “We’re having problems finding people to manage that. Those are two things that can generate some cash to get some of our bills paid and take care of the facility.”

There has also been a recent uptick in attendance at the VFW Saturday breakfasts, which Shiffner hopes can be expanded further.

“The Saturday breakfasts have been unbelievable,” he said. “The last two Saturdays we did 60 to 65. We were doing maybe 15 to 20 at the max.”

The increased crowds have tested the mettle of the two-person crew, Shiffner said.

“That is a positive thing because the people coming in have been seeing our exposure out there,” he said.

“Saturday breakfast is open to the pubic but small groups are preferred because it’s hard to handle tables of 8 to 10.”

Noting the relative profitability of the weekend morning fare, Shiffner hopes additional hands on deck would enable an expanded venture.

“If we could get another crew of people to do a breakfast on Sunday those two days could keep us afloat for quite a while,” he said. “The small crew can’t do both Saturday and Sunday, it’s too much to ask.”

Looking ahead to October, Shiffner said the post traditionally holds a bull and oyster roast at the end of that month, but with the future uncertain, plans have yet to be set.

“Also a couple of people have wanted to do a crab feast,” he said.

City Councilmembers Dennis Dare and Lloyd Martin have offered to put together the event, Shiffner said.

“We’re at the point where we’re running out of funds and we have to make a decision probably within the next three to six months whether were going to hang on or sell it,” he said.

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Council fast-tracks chumming ban for resort Businesses intentionally beaching sharks primary motive behind ordinance

By Katie Tabeling Staff Writer (Aug. 19, 2016) In an unanticipated show of rapid legislation, the mayor and City Council on Monday made it made it illegal to use air cannon devices to shoot fishing rigs out beyond the breakers as well as using kayaks, paddleboards and other paddle-powered watercraft for the same purpose.

The council unanimously passed the measure as an emergency ordinance following an unscheduled discussion on updating the code to ban chumming, which is using a chopped fish slurry to attract fish.

After several tourists and residents complained about anglers fishing for sharks, City Solicitor Guy Ayres presented a slight code change to prohibit the activity.

But some councilmembers wanted to use the opportunity to address two beach businesses that catch, photograph and release sharks.

“One gentleman is taking out a tuna, just the tail section of it, a hun-

dred feet out by a kayak and dropping it to the bottom [of the ocean]. That’s not traditional chumming, if you will, that is baiting a hook,” said Councilman Doug Cymek. “The other gentleman is using an air propelled-launcher.”

He added that he was concerned after watching a video of one of these businesses bringing a shark ashore and wanted to ban the practice entirely.

“The scary part is after the fish is caught, he brings it to the beach and he poses people alongside it,” he said.

“There’s one photograph that’s alarming where two children are standing near the mouth of a green shark.

“I don’t think we don’t want to get so specific,” Cymek continued. “If it’s [bait] not set by rod or reel, we’re not going to allow this.”

Beach Patrol Capt. Butch Arbin told the council in his experience, these shark-catchers claim they are tagging the fish for the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.

“Posing, opening their mouth… that goes against everything NOAA is about. You don’t get large sharks from casting from the shore. You see

them, let them go, and people assume they’re still in the area. That’s not necessarily true, but it creates a bad atmosphere,” he said.

Mayor Rick Meehan noted that it is unlawful to conduct a business on the beach without a franchise from the city or a business license. He also pinpointed the council’s stance.

“What I’m hearing is that we just don’t want shark fishing on the beach.

I see no advantages; it’s caused some concerns. I think we need to write an ordinance so that this can’t be done on the beach, period.”

Councilman Matt James concurred, but raised some questions about Ocean City’s infrastructure.

“We’ve been talking about this for two weeks,” he said. “If we have known someone has been conducting a business on the beach, then why have we not addressed this?”

With that said, Ayres and the seven councilmembers began drafting an ordinance. The result was a measure that makes it unlawful to chum within 600 feet of the beach.

Another section makes it illegal to launch a baited hook with a propulsion device or to use a paddle-powered vessel to carry the fishing line offshore.

Cymek also pushed to outright ban beaching sharks, but Ayres pointed out some flaws in his proposal.

“What are you going to do if he’s surf fishing and he catches a sand shark?” Ayres asked, referencing a smaller, frequently caught fish. “Half the time, they don’t know what’s on the hook until they bring it in. You can’t talk about one particular person; you have to talk about whether the activity is legal or not.”

The other councilmembers felt making the fishing methods illegal would stop the businesses, and agreed that the measure could be amended pending future issues.

Violators of the ordinance would be charged with a municipal infraction, which can be issued by various city employees, and a fine of up to $1,000.

Councilman Wayne Hartman also pointed out to Cymek that another newly minted law gives police the ability to upgrade municipal infractions to misdemeanors.

“The nice part about municipal infraction is if someone fails to obey, then they can be arrested for not obeying an officer. I think it gives us the ability to step it up if need be,” he said.

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The Citizens Police Academy was created more than 15 years ago to enable citizens to learn more about the Ocean City Police Department and build relationships between the police and the community. During this course, students meet a variety of officers to learn about criminal law, traffic enforcement, evidence collection, firearms, arrest procedures, narcotics enforcement and many other topics. Students also participate in practical scenarios, which afford citizens a hands-on opportunity to understand various law enforcement applications.

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Ocean City seeks another eye in sky Resort files grant request for permanent plate reader to catch criminals, dealers

By Katie Tabeling Staff Writer (Aug. 19, 2016) If Ocean City officials want to fix a more permanent license plate reader at the foot of the Route 50 bridge, it’s going to cost them. As it happens, there’s state funding available for it.

Earlier this month, the city applied for a $90,320 grant from the Governor’s Office of Crime Control & Prevention to pay for the replacement of the temporary plate reader at the West Ocean City entrance.

The reader scans thousands of vehicle’s plates in a short time and enters the information into national and state databases that include wanted persons, missing persons, gang members and national sex offender lists. If a plate is included in the database, the system can provide the vehicle’s location and direction of travel.

Digital images can also include the vehicle’s make and model, the driver and passengers, and distinguishing features of the vehicle.

“This is critical for our officers and in crime prevention,” said Lindsay Richard, police public affairs specialist. “If a vehicle comes into Ocean

City with stolen tags, we can send out a communications alert with an image of the car and send officers to locate the suspect. It’s also helpful in situations with Amber Alerts.”

The current license reader has been overlooking the Route 50 bridge since 2012. Richard said four years is a long time to use a short-term solution as part of a long-term project.

“If you look at it, you can tell from the way it [the current reader] sits,

‘If a vehicle comes into Ocean City with stolen tags, we can send out a communications alert with an image of the car and send officers to locate the suspect.

It’s also helpful in situations with Amber Alerts’ Police Public Affairs Specialist Lindsay Richard it’s not meant to be up there forever,” she said. “A permanent one will be cemented on the ground and clearly can’t be moved.”

If the grant is awarded to the resort, the funding would cover the cost of a three-camera system, cabling poles and license fees. Former Ocean City mayor and current Sen. Jim

Mathias supports the application and wrote a letter to that affect to Gov. Larry Hogan’s office.

Richard added that the new camera system, like its two other license plate readers installed at Ocean City’s entrances, would be instrumental in combating the narcotic epidemic in Worcester County.

“If known drug dealers are coming into town, we are able to stop them from bringing more drugs in the city’s limits,” she said. “It definitely helps with drug arrests. It also gives alerts for those that are wanted for any drug possession, and officers will be able to locate the vehicle and take them into custody if needed.”

Last fall, the Governor’s Office of Crime Control and Prevention allocated funds to install a license plate reader up near the state line. The state grant of $124,635 would be 100 percent of the cost. Installation for this system is still in the planning phase.

The third plate reader, situated on the Route 90 bridge, was installed roughly a year ago. Richard said that plate reader was paid for through forfeiture funds.

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Maryland’s first marijuana processors named Commission pre-approves two Worcester businesses as first step in drug program

By Brian Gilliland Associate Editor (Aug. 18, 2016) The state’s medical marijuana commission decided on Monday the names of the first 15 growers and processors of medical marijuana in the state.

The results were organized by county, though those issued pre-approvals don’t yet need to have a physical presence in the county where they plan to serve.

Shore Natural RX LLC, registered to Erick Bruder with an address in Ocean Pines, was awarded Worcester County’s first pre-approval for a growing operation.

Blair Wellness Center, registered to Matthew Blair with an address in Timonium, was awarded the processor pre-approval for Worcester County.

Neither Blair nor Bruder could be reached for comment.

With the pre-approvals in hand, growers will need to finalize a location for a facility, obtain local zoning and planning approvals, begin construction and start hiring and training staff. A medical marijuana growing operation in Maryland can be located anywhere in the state, so long as proper zoning clearances are gained, according to the commission’s website.

Once those tasks are completed, the state will inspect the facilities to ensure the operation meets the requirements of the program, and matches the processes outlined in the

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After successful completion of the inspection, the grower can begin operations. No timeline for this process was provided by the commission.

Processors have a financial component in their requirements, but the procedures remain the same for both types of licenses, and facilities can also be located anywhere in the state.

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“A pre-approval is not a license. I truly look forward to facilitating this nascent state-wide industry and working with local, city, and county jurisdictions and with the principals of these organizations.”

According to the release, the growers and processors will partner to produce “… oral forms such as oils, pills, capsules, tinctures; sublingual sprays; inhaled products and topical forms such as ointments, salves, and transdermal patches.”

Edible forms of medicinal cannabis like candies, cookies or cakes are not yet allowed in Maryland.

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County to examine body piercing regulations Proposal would eliminate off-site referrals, finders’ fees, toughen consent laws

By Greg Ellison Staff Writer (Aug. 19, 2016) The Worcester County Commissioners have scheduled a public hearing for Sept. 20 to consider a proposed zoning code amendment application concerning body-piercing regulations.

The proposal was submitted by representatives of Dan Troriano, who owns Dimensions, a body piercing and skate shop on the Boardwalk at Division Street.

Ed Tudor, director of Department of Development Review and Permitting, said the proposed amendment, which was received by County Attorney Maureen Howarth earlier this summer, aims for two modifications to existing regulations.

“It would prohibit any body piercer or employee of a body piercing studio from soliciting business off premises of the establishment and also would prevent the payment of referral fees,” he said. “The other section specifically wishes to change the provision relative to the use of a minor and the proof of parentage.”

Since the Worcester Health Department is responsible for oversight

on public health articles, Tudor sent “We have more than a couple of the proposed changes to Debbie stores that advertise body piercing Goeller, county health officer, who that do not … have body piercing said in a letter shared with the com- premises and they are sending people missioners, that the sections address- off to one store, I guess that they are ing advertising and off-premise involved with, that does have body solicitation relate to business prac- piercing,” he said. “You have a lot of tices not related to public health, but off-premise advertising. did raise concerns over the proof of These shops aren’t set up to do parentage aspects. body piercing. There’s a lot of requireIn 2001, the current code was ments that you have.” adopted and stipuFor his part, Trorlated that anyone iano said attempting under the age of 18 ‘There’s these retailers on the to follow the letter of had to obtain Boardwalk that creep people out, the law has hurt his parental permisbottom line. do a crappy job and they’re sion and present a “What happens is slipping through the cracks. I’m doing everything birth certificate or They get caught every single legit and I keep saylegal guardianship papers to establish year piercing minors illegally’ ing no and my comlineage. Additionpetitors just do it Dimensions owner ally, the permisanyway,” he said.

Dan Troriano sion form needs to “There’s nothing probe signed under tecting me. I’ve paid oath before a notary public. close to $5,000 a year for 15 years “Substituting an affidavit subject to now for my license and any Joe the penalty of perjury could poten- Schmo can put a sign on the Boardtially be as legally binding as being walk that says body piercing.” signed in front of the notary,” she From his perspective, Troriano said. “However, it then solely be- feels the current requirements are not comes the licensed piercer’s responsi- effective. bility to verify that the person signing “The wrong people made it harder the form is an authorized parent.” for the right people to do this,” he Commissioner Joe Mitrecic ex- said. “I’m one of the busiest shops on pressed approval of the two proposed the East Coast and I have so many text amendments. people coming to me, waiting to come

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Based on customer feedback he’s received, Troriano paints a grim picture of business practice abuses.

“There’s these retailers on the Boardwalk that creep people out, do a crappy job and they’re slipping through the cracks,” he said. “They get caught every single year piercing minors illegally.”

Troriano regularly refuses to work on daughters accompanied by their mothers, but don’t have the necessary paperwork and legally witnessed signatures.

“At that point, the parents are frustrated because they drove around trying to park for a half hour,” he said.

“We’re pissing people off so it’s harder to even advertise and tell people that we do it. It’s a huge business and I’ve been fighting it for 15 years now.”

Estimating financial losses of roughly $25,000 each summer, Troriano questioned the business tactics of his competitors.

“Their business thrives off of piercing drunk girls that won’t complain to the cops or their parents,” he said. “If you’re paying Boardwalk rent and you don’t pierce, why do you have the signs for it, why are you letting them come in?”

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Quantity up, quality improving on crab catch Restaurant owners say late September optimal time for biggest and fattest feasting

By Greg Ellison Staff Writer (Aug. 19, 2106) Devotees of the Chesapeake Bay’s most notable crustaceans rejoiced this spring when results of the 2016 Blue Crab Winter Dredge Survey predicted a second straight year of record population growth.

Still, according to several area experts, quantity doesn’t always equal quality.

Since 1990, biologists with the Maryland Department of Natural Resources and the Virginia Institute of Marine Science have worked each winter to excavate crabs buried in mud to record length measurements and develop population estimates from 1,500 sites throughout the bay.

The 2016 survey concluded the bay contained approximately 553 million crabs, up 35 percent from the prior year.

That finding continues the upswing revealed in the 2015 survey, which showed an increase of 38 percent.

After half a century of working the Maryland waterways, Bob Higgins, owner of Higgins Crab House restaurants on 31st Street and 128th Street, said he always takes good news from

DNR with a grain of salt.

“We’ve been in the crab business all my life and we’re always a little suspect when DNR says at the beginning of the year ‘it’s going to be the best, it’s going to be the greatest,’” he said. “I do have to admit to the great majority the forecast has been spot on and the quantity has been there.”

Despite his generally positive take on the state of crab affairs in Maryland this summer, Higgins admits the bigger ones have become elusive as of late.

“In the past few weeks we haven’t seen as many of the jumbos, the super jumbos or really great big crabs,” he said.

Calling it hit or miss, Albert Levy, owner and general manager of the Crab Bag at 13005 Coastal Hwy., said the Chesapeake typically doesn’t yield the weighty specimens many consumers demand.

“We cannot count on a consistent supply of quality Chesapeake Bay crabs,” he said. “They always get a lot of crabs, but they’re pulling out crabs they shouldn’t even pull out of the bay.

They’re all small and they’re light.”

While at first glace more than half a million crabs in the Chesapeake Bay might seem encouraging, Levy said without a strong end product, it’s still challenging to meet customer’s expectations.

“A lot of the crabbers this year, we

were all excited to hear that they predicted a good harvest but that’s not the case,” he said. “Most of the crabs average from five inches to five and a half inches and that is not what people want, that’s just too small.”

While availability hasn’t been a problem for Hooper’s Crab House in West Ocean City, General Manager Ryan Intrieri has noticed a wide variance in quality.

“I’ll label the year as ‘the year of you get what you pay for,’” he said. “You’re talking to some people and they’re talking about no big crabs. There are big crabs, but you’re paying a lot more money for them.”

The apparent quantity, albeit sometimes on the lighter end of the weight scale, still provides a boon for many who earn a wage working the water, Higgins said.

“There’s a volume of product to be caught, but we’re just having to work a little harder to find that jumbo, that great big product,” he said.

From his sources, Levy has heard widespread reports of mixed results from crab trap returns.

“I’ve had crabbers tell me, ‘Albert I got to pull the pots, I can’t catch enough to even pay for my bait,’ then all of a sudden they hit a bunch of crabs, but they’re still all small crabs,” he said. “There might be a few bushels of good local crabs and then

For over a quarter century the Blue Crab has been officially designated as Maryland’s state crustacean. The crab’s scientific name, Callinectes sapidus, translates to “beautiful swimmer that is savory.”

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The three purveyors agree the best time for the crab trade begins as summer winds down and September begins.

“It will get better because there are a lot of smaller crabs and the summer is still going so they still have a chance to shed,” Higgins said. “There’s a lot of five-and-a-half-inch crabs, they’ll still shed again this year. They’ll go from five and a half to six and a half or seven inches.

There will be some beautiful crabs after the next shed.”

Describing the crab market as backwards, Intrieri said people should realize the crab season generally ends on a high note.

“Everybody wants crabs in April and May, that’s when they’re the most expensive and of the least quality,” he said.

“By September and October, when crabs are at their best quality and cheapest prices, everyone’s had their fill.”

It’s all makes perfect sense when you consider the life cycle of the callinectes sapidus, Levy said.

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County to try fully automated video streaming system

By Greg Ellison Staff Writer (Aug. 19, 2016) In an attempt to create greater transparency in government, the Worcester County Commissioners have approved the purchase of equipment needed to record and provide constituents online access to its bi-weekly meetings.

During the commissioners meeting on Tuesday, Kelly Shannahan, county assistant chief administrator, presented cost estimates that were significantly less than those discussed in previous sessions.

“We looked at it a couple of years ago and at that time looked at duplicating a system similar to what Ocean City had,” he said. “Their system was in the range of $200,000, which we felt was a little bit more than we can spend.”

During a closed session meeting on July 5, the commissioners asked Shannahan to review information generated from a discussion that was tabled in May 2015.

Shannahan said that at that time Brian Jones, county IT manager, had solicited two quotes from Cisco vendors, but more recently found a substantially lower cost quote.

“Previous bids from the Cisco vendors were in the $60,000 to $69,000 range,” he said. “Now the proposal has come down all the way to $22,000.”

The lower cost proposal is from ePlus, based in Herndon, Virginia, who had quoted a cost of $69,000 the year prior. The price decrease is because of the release of a new Codec System that no longer requires external media storage, Shannahan said.

“This would be for a fully automated system and they’re also willing to allow us to try it out for 60 days and, if we’re unsatisfied with it, they’ll take it back at no cost,” he said.

The price to install the system would be $2,500, and there will be an annual maintenance fee of $4,000, Shannahan said.

Commissioner Joe Mitrecic said he has been a vocal proponent of the technological upgrade even before he was elected.

“I think that this is a small fee to pay to be able to have our constituency know what’s going on in the county without having to take a day off of work in some cases to come down here on a Tuesday afternoon,” he said.

Commissioner Ted Elder expressed relief the county waited to make a more cost efficient investment.

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parcels) for years into the future,” he said. “Our proposal would have provided the county an additional $150,000 in county tax revenue in our plants’ first year of operation, and an additional $2 million in county tax

By Greg Ellison revenue over the first 15 years of our Staff Writer (Aug. 19, 2016) Despite the plant’s operations.”

Worcester County Commissioners’ In a June 13 memo to the commisearlier rejection of a tax abatement re- sioners, Thompson’s calculations for quest from Longview Solar to help it personal property tax relief differed create two solar-energy farms in considerably.

Worcester, company principle Byron “The requested 80 percent tax Crawford said following a meeting abatement will cost the county $8.43 with the county’s Planning Commis- million in lost revenue based on the sion on Aug. 4, there will now be a current rates over 30 years,” he said. public hearing on Sept. 6 to revisit the Thompson also told the commistopic and consider a concept plan. sioners during the July 5 discussion Longview Solar, a joint venture that both Longview projects are eligiwith Seattle-based Tuusso Energy ble for 50 percent tax abatements and Elemental Energy of Portland, through the state. Even so, Crawford Oregon, hopes to develop the Heron said that would not be enough.

Solar Farm on an 190-acre tract south “The state level property tax abateof Libertytown Road, a few miles west ment that the commissioners referred of Berlin, and to in our hearing the Seabeach was/is only one of Solar Project on ‘Our proposal would have provided the policy tools that 125 acres on the the county an additional $150,000 the state’s used to north side of in county tax revenue in our plants’ help large scale rePublic Landing newable energy come first year of operation Road, just east online, but many of Byron Crawford, Longview Solar the other tools - reof Snow Hill.

“We are pronewable energy proceeding with Worcester County’s local duction tax credit, solar renewable permitting review because we kicked energy certificates, etc. - have been unoff that process long before we re- derfunded by the current administraquested that the County re-consider tion, so the transition to a cleaner it’s tax structure for clean energy proj- energy economy in Maryland is falterects,” he said. “Our projects have been ing a bit,” he said. “That said, where working towards state and local per- the state falters, the counties’ have the mitting approvals for over a year now, ability to help by altering their tax and both projects are scheduled to be structure to help continue an efficient fully permitted within 45 days.” transition to a cleaner energy future.”

During the July 5 discussion of the In the June 13 memo, Thompson merits of Longview’s request, the argued that approving Longview’s recommissioners agreed with Commis- quest could lead to an influx of similar sioner Joe Mitrecic, who said tax projects, while also pointing out that abatements should be reserved for two other large solar ventures being businesses that increase the county’s considered in Worcester have not job base, which these projects appar- made comparable requests. ently will not in a significant way.

“To date neither of these projects Nevertheless, Crawford said has inquired about a tax abatement or Longview still hopes to reach an ac- any other form of tax relief,” he said. cord related to taxes.

“I can only assume their business plan “We still believe that our projects, and financial feasibility study is not and the other renewable projects in dependent upon such tax relief.” development in Worcester County, Crawford said without an agreeshould be taxed in a manner appro- ment related to tax rates, land agreepriately reflecting their differences ments with half a dozen property from typical brick and mortar busi- owners could fall through, costing nesses,” he said. “Although the county those landowners hundreds of thoucommissioners have denied the tax sands in yearly lease payments. proposal Longview originally pre“Many of the families we’ve consented, we hope they’ll keep the con- tracted with manage multiple versation going.”

Worcester County farms, and many of County Finance Officer Phil these families were looking at these Thompson, however, expressed reser- solar opportunities as a way to divervations about how such an arrange- sify their income,” he said. “If the curment might alter the county’s existing rent property tax rates aren’t tax structure, while Crawford said re- adjusted, the projects may not forenewable energy projects should bring cast as profitable enough to build, the county significant tax revenue. which means we may have to walk “A lot of folks didn’t realize that the away from these leases.” proposal we put in front of the comThe public hearing for concept missioners would have increased plan approval is scheduled for 11 a.m. county revenue more than 30 fold on Sept. 6 at the Government Center over current tax income (from project in Snow Hill.

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County revising poultry house regulations for transparency

By Greg Ellison Staff Writer (Aug. 19, 2016) County officials continue to work on a proposed zoning code amendment that would impose clear standards on the development of poultry farms in Worcester County.

At the county commissioners meeting on Aug. 2, Ed Tudor, director of Development Review and Permitting, provided a briefing on his staff’s efforts to write the measure earlier this year.

“This text amendment takes a whole new approach to poultry houses,” he said. “It creates an entirely new section in the code. It provides density requirements, buffering requirements and setback requirements.”

The proposed regulations would provide precise definitions of what qualifies as a poultry farm and delineates between small, medium and large-scale operations.

“One poultry housing unit would be a single house 36,000 square feet or less,” he said. “If you base it strictly on the number of houses, you’re not really accomplishing much because it could be different sizes.”

If approved, the amendment would alter permit procedures, most notably through a density requirement, Tudor said.

“The proposed text amendment has a sliding scale where, as you increase the number of poultry housing units, the required amount of acreage goes up,” he said.

The county planning commission examined the topic earlier this summer, Tudor said, and has continued efforts to revise regulations.

“We’ve been working on this for over a year,” he said. “Somerset County has been two years and they are still working on it. It’s not something in my opinion that you want to rush into.”

From what he has learned during the process, Tudor said the crux of the issue involves space requirements.

“When I eliminate all the noise, I say noise because we have opinions of

dire extremes on this issue, and try to focus on what I have seen and heard, most often it’s really that density issue,” he said. “It’s where there are a large number of (poultry) houses in a small area, that seems to be what is pushing all of the other concerns.”

Bob Mitchell, director of environmental programs, said that poultry houses or Concentrated Animal Feeding Operations (CAFO) receive approval for five-year terms. He said such agricultural operations must also apply for stormwater permits, a process that allows adjacent property owners to file for a public hearing and/or appeal the request.

“We have some new owners that are generally loath to tell their neighbors they’re applying for a water appropriations permit,” he said. “We’ve also instituted a volume procedure for stormwater management.”

The potential impact to neighboring wells is another crucial concern, which Mitchell said has fallen into the purview of local government.

“Really it boils down to being a good neighbor and being cognizant of your neighbor,” he said. “What they’re doing is forcing the hand of the local governments to try to address these things.”

From Mitchell’s view it involves what a local community is willing to tolerate.

Tudor was quick to differentiate between the poultry industry in Worcester and other areas on the Eastern Shore that allow the construction of major subdivisions in agricultural districts and poultry farms in residential districts.

“You can’t do either here and that’s why they have the conflicts,” he said.

“If you’re going to allow a major subdivision in an agricultural district, you’re going to have fights. If you allow poultry farms in a residential district you’re going to have complaints, plain and simple.”

Gov. Hogan appoints Smack as Md. parole commissioner

(Aug. 19, 2016) John (Dale) Smack III of Snow Hill, was recently appointed by Gov. Larry Hogan as a Maryland parole commissioner.

Smack, who recently retired as chief deputy with the Worcester County Sheriff’s Office and as chief judge with the Worcester County Orphans’ Court, will assume his new position after Aug. 16.

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In the waning moments of Monday night’s session, Tyler Dark of West Ocean City said it seemed like that the council had spent the meeting discussing how to make the resort better for visitors rather than focusing on the year-round community.

“This is a resort area and the economy thrives on tourists and outside resources that can only be brought through tourism,” he said during the public comment segment.

“I think it’s worthwhile to spend time focusing on our locals and the crises that are happening, with heroin in particular. But across the board, addiction is something that troubles our area.”

Throughout the year, opiates overdose cases have risen substantially in the region and police have increased their efforts to catch and charge dealers. Back in May, the Worcester County’s Sheriff’s Office announced they had arrested more than 60 individuals, mostly small dealers, in sting operations. The investigation had exposed a network of users that started dealing to support their own drug habits.

Dealers and heroin addicts that are arrested often end back in prison following their release, according to officials in the Sheriff’s department.

Worcester County residents also picked up where law enforcement has left off and formed the organization Warriors Against Opiate Addiction aimed to prevent and educate about addiction through discussion.

But to Dark, it was time for Ocean

City officials to address the potential for abuse. Even though much of the drug trafficking seems to occur across the Route 50 bridge, he pointed to the hundreds of options in the resort for those seeking alcoholic beverages.

“There is a community bound by tragedy, and I respect that. But I believe we’ve become overwhelmed with the businesses in which we are comfortable with, which is catering to tourists… and that it has affected the local population and is reflected in such things like heroin use,” he said.

Ultimately, he asked the council to start steering the resort to more sustainable business ventures that can be maintained year-round that would diversify the economy.

“I’m not saying we’re doing the wrong thing. I’m saying we’re capable of doing the right thing, which would be diversify infrastructure and reconsider business moves we made as a town,” Dark said.

Council President Lloyd Martin thanked Dark for speaking out but added the city aims to build a more livable community year-round, as stated in their strategic plan.

“Hopefully we can continue to do that, whether it’s little things like putting a pickleball court in a park.

Whatever it may be, whatever we can do to make activities better in the town of Ocean City, and give them something not drug-related or addictive related, we’ve been trying to do that,” he said.

Mayor Rick Meehan also took some time to offer his thoughts about Ocean City’s resort nature.

“If you watch what we [the mayor and City Council] do, a lot of things we do is for our community,” Meehan said. “We can always do more, and you have a council that is working hard through our recreation department. You’re right — the more activities we offer, vacation and job opportunities will help solve some of the problems that are inherent in Ocean City and Worcester County at this time.”

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Showell Elementary’s new building in beginning stages

By Kara Hallissey Staff Writer (Aug. 19, 2016) During the monthly Worcester County Board of Education meeting on Tuesday, the conceptual plan, education specifications and construction cost estimates for a replacement school at Showell Elementary were approved.

“One of the major priorities from our school community is the construction of the Showell Elementary Replacement School,” said Superintendent Dr. Jerry Wilson, in a release.

Since February, a Conceptual Plans and Educational Specifications Committee, has been tasked with completing the conceptual design and educational specifications for a Showell Replacement School.

These committees consisted of teachers, parents, school officials and county commissioners.

The conceptual plan calls for a replacement school of 95,866 square feet, which will be constructed on the existing school site. An expansion of pre-kindergarten classrooms could put the structure at 99,516 square feet.

Construction is slated to begin in March 2019 with completion in July 2021.

Cost estimates from three construction management firms determined $35.7 million would be the average cost for the building and site.

This estimate will be used by the architect and updated as the design phase begins.

The addition of construction contingencies brings the total construction costs to $37 million.

Prior to construction beginning, the capital project will go through design and review phases including schematic design, design development, creation of construction documents and bidding.

“This is a big moment for this board,” President Jonathan Cook said.

The Showell Elementary Replacement School will be included in the school’s annual capital improvement program and conceptual plans will be presented to the Worcester County Commissioners in November with a request for funding.

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By Brian Gilliland Associate Editor (Aug. 19, 2016) Taken aback by the spate of hate spewed online, especially regarding the July Boardwalk incident when 12 arrests were made, local religious leaders have signed an accord agreeing to take the fight for equality to their respective congregations.

“This is a fight we can bring into the light. Obviously, there are always going to be people who share negative comments — we can’t control that, but what we can do is address the issue,” Rev. Gregg Knepp, organizer of the signing at St. Peter’s Lutheran Church on Wednesday, said.

The feelings expressed in those comments, he continued, “are probably also felt by others — hopefully in not such an extreme manner — but we need to recognize that within our congregations and our community there are people who harbor prejudice. It’s part of the human condition, and it won’t go away by wishing — we need to confront it head on.

Knepp was joined by representatives of five other churches: Rev. Matthew D’Amario of St. Paul’s bythe-sea, Rev. Patty Frick of Atlantic United Methodist Church, Rev. Allen LaMontagne of the Episcopal Church of the Holy Spirit, Rev. Stanislao Esposito Sr. of St. Mary’s Star of the Sea and Rabbi Susan Warshaw of Temple Bat Yam. Dr. Roxie Dennis, vice president of the Worcester chapter of the NAACP was the guest of honor during the

meeting, when all signed a pledge that will be displayed in each congregation, naming racism as a sin and promising to target and foster racial harmony.

Knepp said he doesn’t expect it to be an easy fight. He began the meeting by reading a selection of social media comments referring to a photo published in this newspaper and others of the people arrested following the Boardwalk brawl as an example of what the local leaders are up against.

“It’s no coincidence they’re all black.”

“Niggas being niggas.”

“Look at the pictures and you know the problem.”

Knepp took a moment before continuing.

“As people of God, we have the responsibility to stand up to hate, to discrimination and say ‘that’s not OK.’ Dr. Martin Luther King said we would not remember the words of our enemies but the silence of our friends,” he said.

The rest of the leaders followed suit, each by pledging to combat racism within their communities.

Dennis said she remembered a time when people like her weren’t welcome on the Boardwalk — even as workers.

“I was one of the first to be hired to work on the Boardwalk. Knowledge is power and we have to begin at a young age. If it doesn’t happen at home, it has to start with us,” she said. “How will they know we are disciples of God? Because of the love we show.”

Dennis and the others then joined hands and sang, “We shall overcome.”

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New transit manager forges bonds City officials study routes, developments and how they affect transportation

By Katie Tabeling Staff Writer (Aug. 19, 2016) With Ocean City’s new transit manager comes a new opportunity to forge relationships with neighboring and county transit systems.

Public Works Director Hal Adkins told the Transportation Commission this week that when the city brought on Mark Rickards as the transit manager, he gave him one major task to complete this summer: to examine how the resort moves visitors and residents.

“In his first week, we sat down … and discussed priorities. The number one priority was to take the time to watch the system, and that’s what he’s been doing the last four weeks,” Adkins said. “At the same time, I asked him to look into communicating with DART and Shore Transit officials, more so than we have in the past.

DART, a subsidiary of Delaware Department of Transportation, operates bus routes networks in the Dover area, and moves people

around Wilmington and Newark.

That system also connects to Maryland. The northern buses have routes into Cecil County while seasonal buses in Rehoboth Beach make their way to Ocean City.

Shore Transit, on the other hand, started as a separate transit system for Worcester, Wicomico and Somerset counties before com-

‘In his first week, we sat down … and discussed priorities. The number one priority was to take the time to watch the system, and that’s what he’s been doing the last four weeks’ Public Works Director Hal Adkins

bining the three in 2004. In the winter months, the tri-county system serves a transfer point for Ocean City. There are three other routes in West Ocean City, including the Park-and-Ride, which also serves as a transfer point in the summer.

Since the neighboring transportation networks have some overlap with Ocean City’s roads, Adkins stressed how important it was to

understand their respective master plans and how they affect the resort.

“To give you one example of looking outside the fishbowl, you’re getting more hotel development down the Route 50 corridor.

Daytrippers are going to be flooding your town with automobiles.

Somewhere, there should be a line in the sand to what Shore Transit is going to provide that is acceptable, frequency-wise,” he said.

Since Route 50 can be accessed in a roundabout way from Fenwick Island via Route 54, the potential tourism growth also could be on DART’s radar as well.

Rickards said that he has met with representatives from both organizations, but nothing has been established with regard to how their service might affect the resort.

“I met with DART last Friday and they have a wonderful grant put in for buses and might be running them from Rehoboth,” he said.

“I think they’re focusing on the [Route] 54 corridor. I know that we are when you see the amount of traffic. To me, that’s our biggest way to grow our system. There’s daytrippers, commuter traffic along there, with Walmart, Ocean Downs and the hotel/motel growth.”

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Purnell appointed to Indian Affairs advisory position

(Aug. 19, 2016) Worcester County Commissioner Diana Purnell was recently appointed by the Maryland Commission on Indian Affairs to serve on the Recognition Advisory Committee.

The Maryland Commission on Indian Affairs works to serve as a statewide clearinghouse for information, to identify unmet social and economic needs in the native community, to support government education programs for American Indian youth, to provide support in the process of obtaining Recognition of State and Federal Indian Status, and to promote the awareness and understanding of historical and contemporary American Indian contributions in Maryland.

The five-member Recognition Advisory Committee, which Commissioner Purnell will serve on, is tasked with reviewing petitions from Native American tribes, bands, groups or clans that are indigenous to Maryland and are applying to the Maryland Commission on Indian Affairs for formal recognition of Maryland Indian status.

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Commissioner to serve as panel consultant for tribes Continued from Page 28 Coharie Tribe of North Carolina. She states that heritage is vitally important, shaping lives and communities.

“Heritage has always played a key role in who I am and aspire to be,” Commissioner Purnell said. “All tribes are family, regardless of where we hail from, so I count it a real honor to be able to serve on the commission. We all need to know who we are, where we came from, so we can grow and learn to appreciate one another’s diverse backgrounds and how they contribute to each other and our communities.”

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She is also an active member of the Atlantic General Hospital Foundation Board, the Worcester County Branch of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) and St. John’s United Methodist Church.

Commissioner Purnell is an entrepreneur and community business leader as well as the former executive director of the Berlin Community Improvement Association and past president of the Worcester County Commission for Women. Commissioner Purnell and her husband, Gabe, reside in Berlin. The couple has two daughters, two grandchildren and four great-grandchildren.

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COUNTY BRIEFS

By Greg Ellison Staff Writer (Aug. 19, 2016) The Worcester County Commissioners on Tuesday selected bids or projects at the Taylor Landing Fishing and Crabbing Pier, as well as the Five Mile Branch Bridge, approved an additional feasibility study for improvements to the Sheriff’s Office evidence storage room and accepted funding for work on the Newark Wastewater Treatment Plant.

Taylor Landing The commissioners awarded the contract to construct a fishing and crabbing pier at the Taylor Landing Boat Ramp in Girdletree to High Tide Marine Construction, 9748 Stephen Decatur Hwy. High Tide’s winning bid of $35,975 was just below a $36,000 bid submitted by Salisbury-based Murtech Marine Division.

John Tustin, director of Worcester Public Works, said the original scope of the project was altered to reduce cost.

“The 10-foot by 40-foot pier is now 10 feet by 20 feet,” he said. “We took 1o feet off of each end.”

Although Tustin said the bids were close and acknowledged the county has yet to contract with High Tide since a change in ownership, he recommended the commissioners opt for the lower priced option.

The project will include an American With Disabilities-compliant walkway, a point that was important to Commissioner Merrill Lockfaw.

“It’s something that is needed in the area,” he said. “It’s something we promised the community we would work on and I’m happy to see it come to completion.”

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COUNTY BRIEFS Continued from Page 29 Mitrecic abstaining because of business dealings with High Tide.

Five Mile Branch Bridge After failing to solicit a suitable bid this June, the county rebid the project and is proceeding to replace the threespan timber-beam Five Mile Branch Bridge, which crosses Coonfoot Branch approximately three quarters of a mile north of Route 113.

County Public Works Director John Tustin said the initial bids were due on June 13.

“This is a project we put out to bid several months ago that came in very high. As a matter of fact, we only got one bid on time,” he said. “The price at that point was $374,714 submitted by Murtech Marine Division.”

There was one other bid turned in on June 13 that the commissioners voted

on June 21 not to accept while also rejecting the Murtech offer.

After remanding the bidding process back to Public Works, a second attempt brought in three bids, with Murtech submitting the lowest and winning bid of $329,264. Despite a cost reduction of $25,450, Tustin said the amount still presents a financial hurdle.

“The program amount for this structure is $274,000,” he said.

After contacting the State Highway Administration, Tustin said the agency would reprogram funds to cover the bulk of the $81,464 funding deficit.

“We will get 80 percent of that money back from the state,” he said.

Commenting just before the vote, Lockfaw said the improvement would be beneficial to the local agricultural community.

“I think it’s critical that we maintain our bridges throughout the county at this time,” he said. “This would pose a

restriction especially for the farmers trying to transport their grains.”

Evidence storage room Since beginning work this spring to improve the ventilation system in the Government Center Evidence Storage Room in Snow Hill, excessive cost estimates have lead the commissioners to approve an additional feasibility study, based on an update provided by County Engineer William Bradshaw on Tuesday.

“The project system design is about 90 percent completed and has developed into a complex project that requires significant demolition and construction both in the current evidence room and adjacent basement space,” he said.

“The complexity is largely driven by equipment sizing and the need to handle the high humidity load associated with the ventilation of that space.”

Bradshaw told the commissioners

the initial cost estimate was $120,000, and even with several potential rate reductions, the price is still more than originally anticipated.

“We’ve also had discussions regarding ventilation in the adjacent office area occupied by the Sherriff’s Department,” he said. “While it’s important to segregate the evidence room, there’s also a need to address the more widespread ventilation in the office spaces.”

The county will retain Easton-based Gipe Engineering to conduct a feasibility study at a cost of $5,600.

“This feasibility study will allow for future budgeting of ventilation system improvements for both the evidence room segregation and office areas combined,” he said.

In the interim, the commissioners approved Bradshaw’s recommendation to spend $3,200 for equipment that can filter vapors and particulars from the evidence room without modifications to the existing system.

Newark spray irrigation After the state’s denial in May of an initial request for funding to remove surface water discharge from the Newark Wastewater Treatment Plant, a letter of inquiry from Worcester County has brought about the desired conclusion.

County Director of Public Works John Tustin reported that the letter resulted in the state’s discovery of additional funding.

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By Greg Ellison Staff Writer (Aug. 19, 2016) With an eye to the future and a foot in the present, the Worcester County Commissioners on Tuesday authorized a professional forest service to prepare a Forest Stewardship Plan for the Ilia Fehrer Nature Preserve, an approximately 440-acre tract located off Assateague Road on Ayres Creek.

Bob Mitchell, Worcester director of environmental programs, said the preserve traces its roots to 2010, when the county acquired the property after joining with state and federal agencies to work with the Trust For Public Land, a national nonprofit organization that works to conserve lands for public uses such as playgrounds, park spaces and nature trails.

In 2011, the county entered into a memorandum of understanding with the Maryland Coastal Bays Program to delineate responsibilities for long-term planning and use of the forestland.

“We have identified the need for a park stewardship plan for planning and inventory purposes that will allow us to apply for various funding programs to implement restoration work in the future on the property,” he said.

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SPECIAL EVENTS BRIEFS

By Katie Tabeling Staff Writer (Aug. 19 2016) In the past month, the Ocean City Council unanimously approved several events with little comment. Here’s a preview of what will be coming to the resort this weekend or in the coming years.

Boat Races Local restaurateur and OPA Racing Organization member Phil Houck received approval to hold the power boat races in the ocean on Oct. 9.

The first races will start around noon in the waters between Fourth and 34th Street.

The races will be held at 1:30 p.m. and 3 p.m. Houck estimates the last race should end no later than 4 p.m.

In all, the event is projected to attract 3,160 people and generate $88,730 in spending, according to city staff estimates.

Block Party The annual Bayshore Block Party at the cul-de-sac at the end of Bayshore Court will be held on Sept. 3. The event will serve wine and beer for older attendees and a disc jockey will provide music.

The cul-de-sac will be closed from noon through 8 p.m. for party preparations.

Lyme Disease Awareness 5K Wine on the Beach After a successful first year, the Lyme Disease Awareness event will be returning to the boards on May 13, 2017. The run and walk, planned by the Fight a Bite organization, will start at the south end of the Boardwalk near the inlet parking lot. The race will end on 15th Street.

Registration, festivities and a judge’s stand will be set up adjacent to the tram station. Proceeds from the event will be used for Lyme Disease treatment and prevention. City staff estimates that 800 people will participate in the race, with the 5k event running from 9 a.m. to noon.

Sunfest Kite Festival Business owner and Maryland International Kite Expo Inc. member Jay Knerr received approval expand the Sunfest Kite Festival to September 20-23 in 2018.

The festival features kite competitions with gift card prizes, demonstrations, giant kite show, sport kite lessons and ground displays. Music and a kids’ candy drop game also are on the schedule.

The kite festival is free to attend and takes place on the beach from Fourth to Sixth Street.

Upcoming dates include Sept. 2225, 2016 and Sept. 21-24, 2017.

The Mid Atlantic Wine Festival added 2018 dates to its annual Wine on the Beach festival held in the inlet parking lot.

Participants will receive tasting samples of about an ounce each, be able to peruse arts and crafts, visit bottle and microbrew sales down by the sand when the event opens at 11 a.m. Guests can also sip wine while listening to live entertainment.

Wine on the Beach is expected to draw roughly 8,000 people, according to the city’s private event form. This year’s festival will be held on Sept.

30 through Oct. 1. In the future, the Wine on the Beach will be held Sept.

29 - 30 this year and Sept. 28-29, 2018.

Caine Keys II Picnic The City Council approved a request to serve wine and beer at its annual neighborhood picnic on Aug. 20.

The picnic will start at 3 p.m. and will continue dark. Food, music from a DJ and other amenities will be provided at the event. Children can visit an inflatable attraction in the street.

The picnic will be held around the area of Winter Harbor Drive and the west end of the cul-de-sac.

Funding exceeds nature plan’s cost Continued from Page 30 nance of nonindustrial forestlands by helping owners to manage associated resources. The nature preserve provides passive public access, educational and habitat management opportunities.

Although the county initially contacted the Maryland Department of Natural Resources’ Forestry Service in reference to launching the plan, Mitchell said a work backlog prevented its involvement.

“We have sought bids from two local foresters and were not able to get a third,” he said.

The commissioners accepted a bid for $2,800 submitted by Salisbury-based Vision Forestry.

When the land was acquired in 2010, Mitchell said it was with the understanding that the county would not provide funds for the purchase or incur management costs.

“In keeping with the commissioners’ directive, we’ll be able to use funds from a past timber harvest to pay for this plan to be prepared,” he said.

Commissioner Chip Bertino asked about the profitability of the timber operations at the nature preserve.

Of approximately $8,000 generated, there is about $6,700 remaining after incurring operational expenses.

“This funding far exceeds the cost of the plan,” Mitchell said.

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A Salisbury man died Saturday evening on Truitts Landing Road in the Girdletree area of Worcester County.

The Worcester County Sheriff’s Office Collision Reconstruction Unit is investigating the fatal crash of Charles Parks, 54, who was allegedly traveling fast and approaching Boxiron Road when the car began to spin out of control before hitting a tree.

Police reported the driver’s door suffered the worst of the damage and Parks was not wearing a seat belt during the collision.

A passenger, Sarah Davis, 31, of Salisbury, was wearing a seat belt and was taken to Peninsula Regional Medical Center for treatment before being released.

Police believe speed and drug use may be factors in the crash.

Anyone with information is asked to call the Worcester County Sheriff’s Office Crash

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Ocean City police officers arrested Randy Ardeno, 27, of Washington, Pennsylvania, for indecent exposure and disorderly conduct on Aug. 12.

Two restaurant employees on the Boardwalk approached police after Ardeno allegedly exposed his genitals and buttocks to a busy restaurant.

Police reported Ardeno smelled like alcohol.

Jesus Urrita, 69, of Frankford, Delaware, was arrested and charged with driving under the influence of alcohol, driving while impaired by alcohol and negligent driving on Aug. 13.

Troopers from the Berlin barrack arrived to a motor vehicle collision on Route 113 in Bishopville, where Urrita allegedly hit the rear of another car while it was stopped at a traffic light.

Police said Urrita had minor injuries from the crash and he smelled like alcohol.

He was taken to Peninsula Regional Medical Center where he agreed to a blood alcohol test.

Sexual assault Colin Lester, 21, of Silver Spring, Maryland, turned himself in on Aug. 9 on charges of second-, third-, and fourth- degree sex offense in addition to seconddegree assault.

Police reported Lester was at a drinking party in Ocean City on June 3 when he allegedly assaulted a woman sleeping

Drugs Ocean City police officers arrested and charged Matthew Barrett, 21, of Glenmore, Pennsylvania, with posses-

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In responding to a noise complaint, police noticed Barrett was cutting white powder using a credit card on the kitchen table.

After entering the unit and asking Barrett about the white powder, police reported he first claimed it was adderall before admitting it was cocaine.

The white powder was collected for evidence and submitted to Maryland State Police for analysis.

Breaking and entering Larissa Saunders, 21, of Williamsport, Maryland, was arrested and charged with breaking and entering, trespassing and malicious destruction of property.

Police were called downtown by a person who said Saunders was trying to break into her unit through a window on Aug. 10 and refused to leave.

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Letters to the editor Kiwanis Club grateful for yearly community support

Editor, The Kiwanis Club of Greater Ocean Pines - Ocean City is fast approaching the end of the program year as of September 2016. Members accomplished another successful year.

The new year begins Oct. 1 and runs through Sept. 30, 2017, and the club will gear up to make it another successful year, but not without the community support, for which the Kiwanis Club says, thank you.

Right now the club is involved in the Boardwalk car raffle, selling chances daily for a new 2016 “race red” Mustang convertible until the last day of Sunfest on Sept. 25. It is obviously a lot of work, but it is important. The club has been sending scholarship checks to colleges

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for the 17 local young people whom it is assisting this year. The total awards will be $15,000.

It is gratifying to read some of the letters of thanks from the kids and their parents. The club is making a difference with these students. The club also makes a difference with younger children as well. This current year, the club has provided $14,000 to youth activities in our area. This includes six clubs that it sponsors in local elementary, intermediate and high schools.

The Kiwanis Club provides support to the local programs and organizations such as the 4Steps Therapeutic Riding Program, Cedar Chapel School, CASA, Worcester GOLD Infants Pantry and their Christmas program, and back to school supplies for children. It sponsors Cub Scout Pack 480 and a young girls basketball team through Ocean City

Parks and Recreation. Contributions are made to the Worcester County Beachbots Robotics Club, the Little Library for children in Berlin, an MSO program for young people in music, and OPA camp scholarships.

Perhaps more important than money, the club donated hundreds of volunteer hours to school art fairs, science fairs, It’s Academic, direct assistance to sponsored school Kiwanis youth service clubs, and our sponsored Cub Scouts. The local Kiwanis Club has also played a supporting role in your community, contributing $1,450 to community support organizations: the OPVFD, the OPA Concerts in the Park and Diakonia, plus hundreds of volunteer hours toward nursing home bingo, dolls for patients, blood drives, our house address signs and others.

So, how does all of this get done?

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Through member volunteer hours and hard work on fundraisers. All of this is paid for by continuous work on annual pancake breakfasts, the Italian dinner, the “Dawg Team” hot dog and food sales, the wine tasting event, the Boardwalk raffle, the Ducky Derby and weekly donations through Priority One. Of course, it’s not all just hard work – there is the satisfaction of working together to get these results, the weekly meetings, and occasional social events.

So, here comes 2016-2017. The club and community needs members volunteering again – not only members, but also friends and neighbors to participate with and hopefully as members of the Kiwanis Club of Greater Ocean Pines Ocean City. As always, it’s a necessity to get new members to join with Kiwanis team to continue these services for the Continued on Page 34

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Continued from Page 33 2016-2017-program year.

The club appreciatively thanks the community for its continuing support of the events, making it possible to accomplish all that gets done. Please see the club’s website at www.kiwanisofopoc.org and follow them on Facebook at Kiwanis Club of Ocean Pines/Ocean City where you can see all the events and accomplishments and even how to become a member of the club.

Marcus Page, Treasurer

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Editor, I want to thank the four young gentlemen who came to my rescue on Ocean Pines Parkway, Wednesday, July 20. I had taken too sharp a turn into my friend’s driveway and ended in her ditch.

These young men, each in their separate cars, saw me, pulled over, asked if I was alright and then set to work ingeniously freeing my car.

I am sorry to say that at the time I was still too shaken to get their names and thank them properly. Therefore, I hope that they see this letter and know that I am very grateful for the help given to me by these four good Samaritans.

God bless you and a very sincere thank you.

Patricia Kratz Ocean Pines

Educator says White Lives Matter shirts poorly timed

Editor, As the White Marlin Open Tournament ends in Ocean City, it leaves behind a fruitful endeavor for the fishermen, local businesses, and marina community.

Positive stories about the success of the tournament, such as the 2015 winner Cheryl McLeskey and her generous charitable contributions to underprivileged children, endear the tournament to those outside the fishing realm.

This year, however, the focus seems to have been on the “White Lives Matter” t-shirts that George Lamplugh produced with a portion of the proceeds promoting marlin conservation. For every shirt sold, $1 went to some undisclosed group.

What makes these t-shirt particularly distasteful is the timing.

Black Lives Matter is a social justice movement, which works to promote awareness of the current national climate as it relates to African Americans.

According to the blacklivesmatter.com website, “Black Lives Matter is a chapter-based national organization working for the validity of black life.”

There were also t-shirts that read “Blue Lives Matter”, a take-off on the crucial dialog about law enforcement officers and the recent police tragedies.

It demonstrates a lack of respect to buy and wear these questionable shirts.

Lamplugh himself indicated that he used the charged phrasing to sell shirts. This controversy did not benefit our local community, its image and the work being done to affirm all people, including the disenfranchised. We can do better than this!

AUGUST 19, 2016 Judy Davis, Community Volunteer & Retired Teacher Ocean City, MD

Praise for Ocean Pines Police Officer Richardson

Editor, My nephew was experiencing a medical condition and Officer Richardson responded. The comforting words and advice spoken by Officer Richardson helped the situation in an invaluable way. Officer Richardson extended his help even beyond his working shift. For this offer to go above and beyond the call of duty is a credit to the Ocean Pines Police Force and spoke volumes about who he is as a man. The love and compassion he showed for a complete stranger touched my heart. My family thanks you for your help and service in our time of need. God bless you and all our men in blue, and may he keep you safe in these crazy times.

Mark Anderson Ocean City

Dieglemann thankful for time with Dem committee

Editor, Heartfelt gratitude to the 1,618 Democratic voters of Worcester County who elected me in 2014 to the local central committee.

Recently, the committee and the (Maryland Democratic) Party opted to remove me, due, apparently, to philosophical differences.

Having been elected afforded me the opportunity to work toward constructively uniting all Democrats to balanced/equitable and even wholesome representation. The voters’ overwhelming support was no small testament to the tremendous confidence placed in me (especially in an unchallenged race).

For this, I have always (since) been astonished, humbled, grateful, inspired, motivated and dedicated to excellence.

Although my commitment and drive did not fit in this arena, I will always appreciate the privilege, experiences and (all) relationships resulting from this era/role, and wish everyone God’s best blessings. Thank you.

Ellie Dieglemann Ocean City

Criminalizing sleeping in cars could violate rights

Editor, When I read that the Ocean City Town Council was thinking of criminalizing people for sleeping in their cars, beyond the current municipal citation, purportedly as a way to keep vagrants off the streets and into hotel rooms, I initially could understand why some might support the idea.

A recent slew of crowd-related violent incidents have led many to question what could be done to get troublemakers off the streets. It would seem smart public policy to do that.

The problem is that, depending on the circumstances, this action could go blatantly against constitutional due process as defined by Maryland’s Court

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of Appeals. For that reason, the suggestion of incarcerating a defendant for sleeping in his car is a really bad idea.

In DUI cases, one of the most important distinctions that judges consider between whether a driver is operating a vehicle or not, is whether the driver is using the vehicle as a shelter.

The public policy consideration of the case, Atkinson v. State, is that a driver may use his vehicle as a shelter as an alternative to driving when impaired by alcohol, and not be found guilty of a DUI, so long as the driver not actually be operating the vehicle and that several other

OBITUARIES VINICIO (GINO) MATEO Ocean City Vinicio (Gino) Mateo, age 83, passed away on Monday, Jan. 18, 2016 at Peninsula Regional Medical Center in Salisbury.

Born in Orbitello, Italy, Gino came to the United States in 1959 after serving as a Merchant Marine abroad.

Upon arrival, he met James Sapia who helped him get established.

Gino Mateo He made his home in Baltimore and earned a living working in various pizza restaurants, ultimately opening his own.

He married June Escol and had two sons, Gino Jr. and Marino.

Gino spent his twilight years with Betty Sapia in Ocean City, Maryland. When he was healthy, he could be found working in his garden, playing with his dog, Sonny, on the beach and strolling on the Boardwalk. He loved being with the Sapia clan and thought of them as his family.

He is survived by his sister, Viviana, who still resides in Italy. He was pre deceased by three brothers.

A memorial service will be held on Sunday, Aug. 28, 2016 at 8 a.m. on the beach in front of the Ocean View Grille at 16th Street.

LAWRENCE TERRY SCHISSLER Ocean Pines Lawrence Terry “Larry� Schissler, 71, of Ocean Pines, Maryland, passed away on Aug. 10, 2016 peacefully in his sleep.

Larry was born in Baltimore on May 9, 1945. He graduated from Woodlawn High School, continued on to graduate

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prongs of the Atkinson test are satisfactorily met.

The concern in making it potentially incarcerable to sleep in one’s car beyond the municipal citation it is now, is that this could encourage intoxicated individuals to drive and hope not to get caught rather than make the far-safer choice to throw the keys on the floor, recline on the passenger seat and take a nap.

I do grant that not everyone who sleeps in a car has the excuse of avoiding operating a motor vehicle. However, the issue would be defining what the person’s intention was. I would note that

many private businesses in Ocean City – particularly Macky’s Bayside – post signs that encourage patrons who are drunk to leave their cars, that they will not be towed, rather than attempt to drive after drinking. I think the public policy point is that drinkers shouldn’t feel bad about leaving their vehicles or using the car as a shelter –- instead of driving.

Thus a balance needs to be struck.

Having a higher fine as a citation might be the trick to seek to curtail some of the vagrancy. But going any further will likely be unconstitutional.

from Baltimore County Police Academy, and received an Associate’s Degree in Criminal Justice from Catonsville Community College.

Larry was married to his high school sweetL. Schissler heart, Linda Ann Schissler (Pfister), on May 15, 1965; they were married 51 years. He and his beautiful wife remained high school sweethearts their entire marriage.

Larry served with the Baltimore County Police for 29 years, where he achieved his highest rank of major before retiring in 1991. Not known to sit idle, Larry became a top producer with Long and Foster Realty of Ocean City, until 2011 when he finally settled down for good. He lived life to the fullest. Some of his pursuits were fishing, golfing, traveling, poker, coaching and spending time with his friends and family. He was also actively involved in volunteering for many years and was a dedicated member of the Ocean City Lions Club and the Parrothead Club of Ocean City.

Larry is survived by his wife, Linda Ann Schissler (Pfister); his three children, Melissa L. Maletesta, Matthew L. Schissler and his wife, Stephanie, and Michael H. Schissler and his wife, Kim; his seven grandchildren, Elyse, Abbey, Joplin, Adrien, Tyrus, Mikala and Kaehleb; his sister, Susan Bowen (Schissler) and her husband, Kenneth Bowen; his nieces and nephews, Kimberly, Jennifer, Lisa, Robert, Marie, James, Joanne, Beth, Jessica and Kenneth; and the rest of his relatives and friends.

Larry is preceded in death by his par-

ents, William L. Schissler and Anna M. Seidlich, as well as his sister, Geraldine Colliflower (Schissler).

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be given to his favorite charity, the Special Olympics. The family of

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OBITUARIES Continued from Page 35 hosted by his sister, Susan Bowen, his niece, Jennifer Pfister and his friend, Norman Cathell, of the Ocean City Lions Club. All arrangements are being handled by Burbage Funeral Home. Letters of condolence may be sent to www.burbagefuneralhome.com.

ELIZABETH ANN FIORI Ocean City Elizabeth Ann Fiori, age 64, of Ocean City died Monday, Aug. 8, 2016 at home.

She was born in Baltimore and is the daughter of Joseph and Olga (Semeniuk) Morotti of Kent Island, Maryland.

She was the co-owner and operator of Jo-Lee Used Cars in Baltimore for over 30 years, a realtor and a member of Anne Arundel Association of Realtors, and since 2007, she worked for her son, Eric, at Bayside Jet Drive in Berlin.

In addition to her parents, she is survived by her husband of 44 years, Raymond T. Fiori of Ocean City; two sons, Raymond T. Fiori Jr. and wife, Carri, of Albany, Oregon, and Eric Fiori and wife, Mendy, of Berlin; a brother, Joseph J. Morrotti Jr. of Stevensville, Maryland; and three grandchildren, Elliana, Lila and Lucy Fiori.

A Mass of Christian burial was held on Wednesday, Aug. 17, 2016 at St. Luke Catholic Church in Ocean City with Father Paul Jennings officiating.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to: American Cancer Society, 1315 Mt. Hermon Road, Suite D, Salisbury, Md. 21804. Condolences may be sent to www.bishophastingsfh.com.

RONALD CHARLES COHEN Berlin Ronald Charles Cohen, age 74, passed away on Friday, Aug. 12, 2016 at Coastal Hospice at the Lake in Salisbury.

Born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, he was the son of the late Albert and Elfreda Palm Cohen. He is survived by his beloved wife of 44 years, Wanda J. Cohen, and daughter, Meryl A. Cohen, of Ocean City, Maryland.

Mr. Cohen, a graduate of Rider Col-

lege, had worked as an industrial engineer in the garment business.

He was an avid fan of Philadelphia sports teams such the Eagles, Phillies, and the 76’ers.

He enjoyed going onRonald Cohen line to check the world’s events, and spending time with his family.

A funeral service was held on Tuesday, Aug. 16, 2016 at Temple Bat Yam near Berlin. Rabbi Susan Warshaw officiated. Interment was in Montefiore Cemetery in Jenkintown, Pennsylvania on Thursday, Aug. 18, 2016.

A donation in his memory may be made to: Temple Bat Yam, 11036 Worcester Hwy., Berlin, Md. 21811. Letters of condolence may be sent via: www.burbagefuneralhome.com.

SUZANNE BRYANT DONOWAY Salisbury Suzanne Bryant Donoway, age 67, died on Saturday, Aug. 18, 2016 at the Salisbury Nursing Home.

Born in Berlin, she was the daughter of the late William Lee Bryant, Sr. and Virginia Cranfield Bryant.

She is survived by her brothers, Daniel Louis Bryant, Sr., and his wife, Debbie, of Bishopville, John RayS. Donoway mond Bryant and his wife, Joyce, of Pittsville, and “special sister,” Barbara Lee DeNight of Salisbury. She was preceded in death by two brothers, Robert James Bryant and William Lee Bryant, Jr. Suzanne was a graduate of Stephen Decatur High School, Class of 1966. She was a member of First Baptist Church in Berlin, was an avid Elvis fan, and loved her Dachshunds.

After an automobile accident in 1989, Suzanne became a resident of Salisbury Rehab and Nursing Home, where she befriended residents and staff and lent a helping hand to anyone who needed it.

Suzanne was a beautiful person who did not let tragedy stand in her way. She will be missed by all.

A memorial service will be held on Saturday, Aug. 20, 2016 at 1 p.m. at the Burbage Funeral Home in Berlin. Pastor Daryl McCready will officiate. Friends may call one hour prior to the service.

Interment will follow in Sunset Memorial Park near Berlin.

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

EARL GLEN SMITH Ocean Pines Earl Glen Smith, age 87, died on Tuesday, Aug. 9, 2016 at his home. Born in Parkersburg, West Virginia, he was the son of the late Chester and Freda Quick Smith.

He is survived by his wife of 57 years, Edna E. Smith, and children, Glenn Smith of Ocean Pines, Robert Hoyle and his wife, Michele, of Jacksonville, Florida, Earl Smith and Donna Kubas of Severna Park, Maryland. There are six grandchildren and five great-grandchildren.

Also surviving are his sisters, Mary Moore, Nina Amos and Wilma Life. He leaves numerous nieces and nephews and a host of friends. He was preceded in death by a brother, Lloyd Smith.

Mr. Smith had served in the United States Army during the Korean War. He later worked as a brakeman for the B & O Railroad. Along with fishing, his hobbies were selling golf balls, doing home improvements, traveling and hanging out with his friends at the Seven-Eleven.

A mass of Christian Burial was held on Saturday, Aug. 13, 2016 at St. John Neumann Catholic Church near Ocean Pines.

Rev. Joseph MPR Cocucci officiated. Interment was on Aug. 15, 2016 at Cedar Hill Cemetery in Glen Bernie, Maryland.

A donation in his memory may be made to: Coastal Hospice, P.O. Box 1733, Salisbury, Md. 21804. Send condolences to www.burbagefuneralhome.com.

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VIVIAN M. SIMPSON Salisbury Vivian M. Simpson, age 92, of Salisbury, died Sunday, Aug. 14, 2016 at Wicomico Nursing Home in Salisbury.

She was born in Berlin and was the daughter of the late George L. and Elva (Burbage) Mitchell.

She was a homemaker and a member of Calvary Baptist Church in Salisbury.

She is survived by a daughter, Elva S. Hancock and husband, Edward, of Summerfield, Florida; a son-in-law, Raymond Hall of Bishopville; and two grandchildren, Bill Dennis and Ray Hall.

She was preceded in death by her husband, William J. Simpson, in 2000 and a daughter, Billie S. Hall, in 2014.

A graveside service was held on Thursday, Aug. 18, 2016 at Buckingham Cemetery in Berlin with Rev. Lou Bradley officiating. Condolences may be sent to www.bishophastingsfh.com.

DAVID LEWIS ARNOLD, SR. Harrisonburg, Virginia David Lewis Arnold, Sr., 82, passed away Aug. 1, 2016, at Kings Daughters Health and Rehab, Staunton, Virginia.

Cremation was conducted at Kyger Funeral Home in Harrisonburg, Virginia.

A celebration of life will take place at Bethany United Methodist Church in Berlin, Maryland on Sunday, Aug. 28, 2016, at 2 p.m. with Rev. Connie Paulson officiating.

Dave was born in York County, on Aug. David Arnold Sr. 28, 1933, to the late Wilford K. Sr. and Esther (Mitzel) Arnold.

Dave served as a sergeant in the Korean War, earned a Bachelors of Science Degree in Business Administration at Elizabethtown College and then became a corporate pilot flying for Glatefelter Paper Company.

In 1964, he was hired by Trans World Airlines (TWA) flying the Constellation “Connie.” He retired with TWA in 1992 as a senior captain flying the 747 across the pond. He was a member of the American Legion Post 1 Paris, France, VFW, National Wild Turkey Federation, and NRA. Dave was the husband of Diane Lentes Arnold for over 25 years and they made their home in the George Washington National forest working the property, traveling, hunting, camping and visiting with family. They also enjoyed their seaside home in Ocean City, Maryland.

Dave is survived by two sons, David II and Christopher; and six step-children, Richard, Linda, Mary, Paul, Jennie and Robert. He is also survived by his siblings, James Arnold, Ray Arnold, Wilford Arnold, Fae Adams, Susan Moser and Jean Manning, nine grandchildren, one great-grandchild on the way and numerous nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by a son, Daniel; a brother, George; and a sister, Patricia. His brother, Jesse, passed away days after on Aug. 4, 2016.

In lieu of flowers, a donation can be made to: Bethany United Methodist Church, 8648 Stephen Decatur Highway, Berlin, Md. 21811.

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The Ocean Bowl Skate Park we see today on Third Street and St. Louis Avenue was created and opened in July of 1998. It includes 17,000 square feet of concrete with vertical ramps, a pool bowl and an open course.

Iconic Ocean Bowl Skate Park celebrates 40 years

By Kara Hallissey Staff Writer (Aug. 19, 2016) After entertaining kids and adults for 40 years, the Ocean Bowl Skate Park will celebrate its landmark anniversary on Third Street and St. Louis Avenue with live music, skate jam sessions, one-trick pony events and an awards ceremony today, Aug. 19, from noon to 7 p.m.

“The Bowl was like home,” said Patrick Truitt, an old school skater who was 12 years old when the Ocean Bowl Skate Park opened in 1976. “I lived on Eighth Street, it was a tight community and easy to get to the Bowl. We skated pretty much every day. In the winter when it was cold or windy, it did not matter. Everyone pushed everyone’s limits. The whole thing is a story.”

The anniversary celebration will feature one-trick pony events from noon to 3 p.m. where attendees can perform their best tricks on the bowl while Pat Gaffney deejays throughout the day.

Around 3:30 p.m., an Ocean Bowl heritage awards ceremony kicks off with five people being recognized and given plaques for their homage in making the skate park come to life.

After 5 p.m., free skating for attendees takes place and non-registered skaters must sign a waiver.

Metal band Blood Raven will entertain audiences after the awards ceremony.

There will be displays of the old park, memorabilia and pictures at the event in addition to door prizes from local restaurants, surf and skate shops. Winners must be present and all attendees will be eligible for door prize drawings.

“It is an amazing part of Ocean City’s culture and we can’t celebrate it enough,” said Brad Hoffman, who has been skating at the park since the Ocean Bowl opened and now brings his daughter there. “It’s on every skateboarders bucket list to skate at the Ocean Bowl.”

The Ocean Bowl is the oldest operating municipal skate park in the United States and opened in June of 1976 after the Ocean City Council banned skateboarding on the streets within City limits.

Before the ban, skaters utilized anything and everything they could find including the empty swimming pools during wintertime, hotel’s side streets, concrete banks at Trimper’s Amusements. They also skated on the Boardwalk and city streets.

Many skaters and parents including Dorothy “Haystack” Marlowe responded to the ban by never letting the issue go.

“She made it happen with folks behind her, but she was the driving force and it wouldn’t have happened without Haystack,” Truitt said. “You couldn’t hold Haystack back.”

In the early 1970s, an art teacher at Berlin Middle School, Jack Crosby,

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Old school skater Patrick Truitt performs an inverted hand plant on the vertical ramp during the 1990s before renovations were needed at the Ocean Bowl Skate Park on Third Street and St. Louis Avenue.

molded a model of the original Ocean Bowl out of clay and along with Haystack, presented it to the Ocean City Council.

“Kids in art class were given the opportunity to design the longest standing skate park in the United States today,” Hoffman said.

When the park originally opened in 1976, the facility consisted of a four-foot deep asphalt bowl with a larger bowl added shortly after.

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Four decades of catching air marked with ceremony today Continued from Page 39 Hordeman, who started skating at the Bowl in 1977, continues to skate there today and worked at the Ocean City staple for four and half years. “I remember shoveling snow out of the bowl with Jim McNulty. It was the gathering of friends and making of new. Everyone had everyone’s back.”

Hoffman recalls Haystack selling hot dogs, hamburgers and Coke at the Ocean Bowl to raise funds after it opened.

“She wouldn’t let it go and gave us a place to go,” Hoffman said. “I remember skaters would have to pass a test on the small bowl to go onto the big bowl. Kids would show up in baseball uniforms and surfers were always there. Hundreds flocked to the Ocean Bowl when it opened.”

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Chauncey Rhodes started skating at the Ocean Bowl when he was 12 years old on the weekends.

“My earliest memories are cruising down St. Louis Avenue wondering if it was crowded,” Rhodes said. “In the 1970s, there were a lot of surfer’s crossing over when the waves weren’t as good and it’s almost like riding waves on a skateboard. It is a really neat culture to have a skate bowl in a beach town.”

Also during this time, Dorsey Truitt started selling skateboarding products out of his van, which grew into Atlantic Skates, a huge skateboarding distributor and a local shop on Dorchester Street, which is now in West Ocean City.

“He had friends who were manufactures out West and would get skateboarding products shipped in from California,” Hordeman said. “We would try out all the products and were Dorsey’s test dummies. He would sell what we liked.”

Patrick Truitt remembers all his friends wearing his dad’s product and Atlantic Skates sponsoring many Ocean City skaters.

“We had a tight group of skaters and it became our life,” Truitt said. “We all competed and it was more of a lifestyle for us. My best memories come from that group of people during that time period, the late ‘70s to early 1980s. It all started with the bowl.”

In addition, Hordeman built extension ramps and walls on the bowl during this time.

Marc Emond grew up in Salisbury and was 14 years old when the Ocean Bowl opened. He would get rides to the park, worked at the facility from 1980 to 1994 and continues to skate there today.

“We had good sessions and helped a lot of kids,” Emond said. “There was a lot of good camaraderie and I made a lot of friends. The Ocean Bowl was a template for the skate park revolution.”

Emond believes the Ocean Bowl is a special place because it has always been run by skateboarders.

“It means a lot to people and it’s cool to see the progression of generations,” Emond said. “Kids skating there today are the sons and daughters of people who skated there as kids. The whole chain is pretty cool.”

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One of the best skaters to come out of Ocean City, Josh Marlowe, skates up an extension ramp built onto the bowl during the late 1970s at the Ocean Bowl Skate Park on Third Street and St. Louis Avenue.

By 1984, the big bowl was damaged by tropical storms and removed the following year.

“Before the vertical ramp was built, we put plywood on the asphalt and built the first ramp at the park,” Truitt said.

“We all learned how to skate vertical.

The bowl created a dynamic in town that didn’t exist prior. It was a fun time with good music and skating. There were no rules and everything was new.

The timing and infancy of skateboarding allowed us to create.”

The big bowl replacement was an eleven foot high, 28-foot wide metalsurfaced half pipe, which made sense considering vertical ramps were hugely popular at the time.

“Some of my favorite skating was on the steel ramp in the 1980s and it brought a lot of pros to town,” he added.

“The late ‘70s and throughout the ‘80s, roots were dug deep.”

The ramp and small bowl stood until 1997 when renovations were needed.

The park we see today was created and opened in July of 1998 including 17,000 square feet of concrete with vertical ramps, a pool bowl and an open course.

“A lot of legends came out of the Ocean Bowl,” Hordeman said. “Young kids would watch and wanted to be like us. It keeps carrying on and there is a lot

of history down there.”

Dave Messick, who has been skating at the Ocean Bowl since the early 1980s and ran the skate park from 1992 to 2014, says the staple has always been on destination lists for skateboarders all over the country.

“When looking back, the national contests were pretty significant,” Messick said. “The continued support from the Town of Ocean City kept it going all these years. They kept putting money back into it.”

The Town of Ocean City continues to maintain the skate park with upgrades including the bowl and vertical ramp in 2011.

“I met many friends down there,” Rhodes said. “We would skate, get lunch at Ponzettis Pizza on the Boardwalk or Mitchell’s Market. Back then there was nothing to do and about 10 of us would have passes all winter. I am proud to have skated it for 40 years and think the Bowl is so important to this town. The last couple times I was down there it has been nice to see a younger generation skating.”

Today, more than 150 people have memberships at the Ocean Bowl, which is open every day from 9:30 a.m. to dusk, weather permitting.

In the last five years, Emond has noticed a lot more kids at the skate park during winter.

“I’ve never seen more kids using that facility year-around,” Emond said. “I drive by the outdoor basketball and tennis courts and they are empty. Over at the skate park, 15 kids are there on a 20degree day. It blows my mind.”

A new skateboarding generation is on the rise led by Ocean City natives Cedric and Roman Pabich.

“We lucked out,” Truitt said. “Without that park, a lot of things would have been different for a lot of people. It was one of the best parts of our lives. So many friendships were made and there was nothing to do in Ocean City during wintertime as a kid.”

For more information about the Ocean Bowl, call the Recreation and Parks Department at 410-250-0125 or visit www.oceancitymd.gov.

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Memorial golf tournament to benefit ACS

By Kara Hallissey Staff Writer (Aug. 19, 2016) For the last 27 years, Ed and Margaret Colbert of Berlin have hosted a memorial golf tournament in memory of his first wife, Marian. This is the seventh year the tournament will donate the proceeds to the American Cancer Society.

This year, the annual event will be held on Saturday, Sept. 3, at the Ocean City Golf Club in Berlin. Registration is $100 per player and includes a continental breakfast, lunch, cart, tee gift, range balls and one mulligan. Proceeds

benefit the American Cancer Society.

“This is a fun event and a good opportunity to honor a loved one, while going out and doing something you enjoy – and it’s good for you,” Dawn Hodge, event spokeswoman, said.

The day kicks off at 7:30 a.m. with registration, breakfast and a putting contest. Breakfast includes bananas, coffee and muffins.

A shotgun start takes place at 9 a.m., when golfers will compete in a longestdrive contest. A hole-in-one prize package, featuring a car as the giveaway, runs throughout the 18-hole contest.

All participants will receive a Relay For Life insulated lunch bag filled with goodies, and a cash raffle will take place with two $500 winners. Raffle tickets cost $5 each and will be available for purchase up until the drawing takes place during lunch, at around 2 p.m.

“It is a really nice lunch followed by the awards ceremony at 2:30 p.m.,” Hodge said.

There will be live and silent auctions with hotel stays, restaurant gift cards, beach memorabilia and golf accessories available.

“The event is in honor of someone

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“We love our survivors and always want to recognize and celebrate they won or are winning.”

Organizers are still looking for tournament, driver, wood, putter and hole sponsors. For more information, email Hodge at dawnhodge@comcast.net or text 443-497-1198. Fill out a registration form in advance at www.relayforlife.org/northworcestermd. Send the form and a check payable to the American Cancer Society to 11601 Coastal Highway Ocean City, Md. 21842.

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White Marlin Open breaks records in 43rd yr.

Only one qualifying white marlin brought to scale; Heasley’s fish worth $2.8M

By Lisa Capitelli Managing Editor (Aug. 19, 2016) Several White Marlin Open records were broken during the 43rd annual tournament, held Aug. 8-12.

A record $4.42 million was awarded to the winners and $2,818,660 of that went to the only qualifying white marlin – Phil Heasley’s (Naples, Florida) 76.5 pounder reeled in aboard the Kallianassa last Tuesday.

In addition, a record number of billfish were caught and released this year.

A total of 1,366 white marlins where released, while only 23 were boated (98 percent). Twenty-eight blue marlins were released and just two were boated (93 percent). Fifteen spearfish and 11 sailfish were released and none were boated.

Tournament Director Jim Motsko was pleased with the Open overall, which drew 329 boats and had a record payout of $4.42 million.

“Overall it went great. Very good fishing, good weather, lots of boats, good prize money. The whole combination is nice,” he said. “We had a 6 percent increase in boats and about a 10 percent increase in prize money.

•White Marlin: The Kallianassa was waiting at the Harbour Island Marina scale on 14th Street last Tuesday for it to officially open at 4 p.m. The crew was anxious to weigh Heasley’s white marlin.

Spectators gathered in the grass area around the scale in anticipation as it weighed in at 76.5 pounds. “[It] gave us a good fight, actually,” Heasley said. It took about 10 minutes to get the fish on the boat.

Of the 23 white marlins boated during the Open, Heasley’s was the only one to make the 70-pound weight minimum. All of the money in the white marlin added entry-level calcuttas went to the Kallianassa.

•Blue Marlin: The Get Reel made it to Harbour Island with just a few minutes to spare before the scale closed at 9:15 p.m. last Monday, the first day of the Open. The crew arrived to weigh Jim Conway’s (Glen Burnie, Maryland) blue marlin that was so large they had to tow it in from offshore.

The marlin took Get Reel’s bait around 12:15 p.m., and Conway fought it for about two hours.

“We did all we could to get it on the boat. We tried multiple times – winch lines, tail ropes – it was just too heavy,” Conway said. “We got him to the boat at 2:15-2:30 then started heading [to Harbour Island]. We had to stop a cou-

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After about a seven-hour ride, the boat pulled up to the dock and spectators could see that the top third of the fish was in the 36-foot boat while the rest of it was in the water. The tail, which was detached from the body, was laying inside the boat.

“The tail rope actually cut it while we were coming back in, in transit,” Conway said.

After several attempts, the White Marlin Open staff was able to pull the marlin onto the dock. Tournament organizers then discussed whether to weigh the fish or disqualify it because it was considered “mutilated” as the tail was severed.

According to International Game Fish Association (IGFA) rules, “mutilation to the fish, prior to landing or boating the catch, caused by sharks, other fish, mammals, or propellers that remove or penetrate the flesh” is cause for disqualification.

Since the tail was lost after Conway landed the fish, it was eligible to be weighed.

It measured 117 inches without the tail. The tournament minimum qualifying length this year is 114 inches.

The next issue was how to weigh the fish. Typically, fish are weighed by the tail and hung vertically. Dock crew attempted hooking the marlin under its gills to weigh it, but that didn’t work.

They next wrapped ropes around the body and hoisted it up horizontally.

The fish, without the tail, weighed 790 pounds. The tail weighed 29 pounds. The official weight was registered at 790 pounds.

Conway’s was the only qualifying blue marlin and the crew was awarded $258,995.

• Tuna: Rich Kosztyu held the top spot in the tuna division at the end of the week. His 236.5-pound big eye reeled in aboard Hubris last Wednesday earned the crew $767,091.

Magic Moment angler Mark Hutchison finished in second place with a 233-pound big eye he landed last Tuesday. He and his teammates won $131,968.

Dave Arnold moved into third place last Thursday with the 71.5-pound yellowfin tuna caught aboard American Lady. The team received a check for $52,126.80.

Pat Horning also caught a 71.5-

pound yellowfin tuna he boated while fishing on Fish Whistle last Monday.

The crew received $5,626.75.

John Hoffman’s 67-pound yellowfin landed last Monday aboard Reel Direct was worth $30,504.

•Dolphin: John Sharp’s 39-pound mahi took over first place in the dolphin division last Friday, the final day of the tournament. Sharp and his Sea Flame teammates earned a check for $17,717.50.

Brian Russell tied for second place with the 36 pounder he caught aboard Sea Wolf last Wednesday.

Reel Joy angler John Gudelsky landed his 36-pound dolphin last Tuesday. The payout for Russell’s fish was $14,967.50, while Gudelsky’s was $16,217.50 because of added entry-level participation.

Shannon Mills reeled in a 35.5pound dolphin last Thursday aboard Sea Breeze. The group took home $13,717.50.

Thomas Bennett’s 34.5-pound dolphin hooked on Delta Dawn last Monday was worth $13,717.50.

•Wahoo: Richard Hammond was in first place in the wahoo division after five days of fishing. He hooked the 79 pounder aboard Two Timing Connie last Tuesday. The team was presented a check for $24,862.50.

The Second Chance finished in the second-place spot with Brian Leader’s 54-pound wahoo caught last Tuesday.

The crew pocketed $3,000.

Daniel Stuart’s 41-pound wahoo landed aboard Got Fish Too last Thursday was worth $24,862.50.

The No Service crew received $22,862.50 for Steve Figiel’s 40.5pound wahoo reeled in last Wednesday.

•Shark: The payout for JD Messler’s 260.5pound hammerhead shark caught last Wednesday aboard MJ’s was $4,500.

Hunter Pusey’s 223-pound mako shark reeled in aboard Rumor Has It last Friday earned the angler and his teammates $3,500.

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By Lisa Capitelli Managing Editor (Aug. 19, 2016) The MidAtlantic five-day fishing tournament is scheduled to begin Monday, Aug. 22.

The 25th annual competition is based out of Canyon Club Resort Marina in Cape May, New Jersey, but local participants may weigh their daily catches at Sunset Marina in West Ocean City.

This year, the Ocean City and Cape May ports were each capped at 85 boats. All of the spots for the Ocean City portion are filled. There is currently a waiting list. As of Tuesday, a few spaces were open for boats fishing out of Cape May. MidAtlantic Director Aaron Hoffman said organizers have always tried to focus on customer service. Over the years, the tournament has grown so fast in Ocean City, he said, and there is just a small staff to run the event in that location. In 2015, 139 boats entered the tournament and a record $2,812,010 was awarded. Eighty of the 139 boats were out of Ocean City.

“We need some internal growth. If we didn’t cap it, we could end up with 100 boats in both ports,” Hoffman said. “We want to make sure all involved – participants, staff, the marinas – are not overwhelmed.”

Anglers may fish three of five days, Monday through Friday, Aug. 22-26.

Weigh-ins are scheduled daily from 59 p.m. at each marina. Certified scales will be used to weigh blue and white marlin, tuna, dolphin and wahoo.

The base entry fee for the tournament is $2,500. Ten calcutta options are available this year. Crews can win big prizes for landing the three heaviest white and blue marlin and tuna.

Meatfish calcuttas include payouts for tuna as well as cash prizes for wahoo and dolphin. The added entry-level calcuttas range in cost from $1,000 to $6,000, which increases the prize money awarded to the winners.

The minimums are 65 pounds and 66 inches for white marlin, 400 pounds and 99 inches for blue marlin and 50 pounds for tuna. There are no dolphin or wahoo minimums.

Awards for the tournament include cash prizes for the three heaviest white marlin, blue marlin and tuna.

Cash prizes will also go to the anglers with the largest dolphin and wahoo.

There is a most-points division for tuna, and catch and releases of white and blue marlin. Trophies will be awarded for first, second and third place in each species of the most-points division.

“This is our 25th year. It’s a big year and we’re going to reflect on the previous 24 years along the course of the week,” Hoffman said. “Fishing has been great. I expect a really good tournament.”

Last year, 19 white marlins were boated and 473 were released. Four blues were landed and 34 were released. Three sailfish and 16 longbill spearfish were cut loose.

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Record PGO payout, number of anglers, boats marked for breast cancer research and program development, under the “Pink Ribbon Classic at the Beach Series” — an assortment of local activities to raise breast cancer awareness while garnering money for the organization.

“When you pair an all-ladies tournament with a good cause, you’ve got a double bonus,” Conley said.

Many women make it a tradition to fish annually, including cancer survivors. Although it is a competition, there is camaraderie among the lady anglers.

“All walks of life and all ages participate, cancer survivors and those touched by the disease,” Conley said.

“The energy here is better than any tournament. There’s just a different vibe. It’s really neat.”

Cash prizes will be awarded to the top-three teams with the most billfish release points. White marlin and sailfish releases are worth 100 points each, while blue marlin and swordfish releases earn anglers 110 points.

Anglers who boat the three heaviest tuna, dolphin and wahoo will also received cash prizes.

“The weather looks really good and the warm water keeps pushing in closer every day,” Conley said Tuesday. “The bite is pretty good. I’m predicting we’ll see a lot of [marlin] releases. They’ve been catching a lot

Total of 742 ladies fishing on 159 vessels competing for $192K in prize money

By Lisa Capitelli Managing Editor (Aug. 19, 2016) Thursday was the first fishing day of the 23rd annual Capt. Steve Harman’s Poor Girls Open, and female anglers will have two more days, today and Saturday, to compete for cash prizes.

As of Thursday morning, a record 159 boats carrying 742 lady anglers have entered this year’s competition, although there is still time to register.

Teams can sign up through Saturday, but are not eligible for the added entry-level calcuttas. The entry fee is $450 per boat for up to three anglers.

Additional anglers may be added at $50 each, with a maximum of six total per boat.

Teams will fish one of the three tournament days: Thursday, Aug. 18, Friday, Aug. 19, or Saturday, Aug. 20.

Weigh-ins will take place from 4-7:30 p.m. at Bahia Marina, 22nd Street, bayside. The ladies will be competing for a tournament record of $192,035.

Tournament co-Director Earl Conley said women enjoy fishing in the tournament because it benefits a worthy cause. Proceeds will be donated to the American Cancer Society and ear-

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of dolphin, tuna is hit or miss, and some wahoos have been caught.”

Pink Ribbon merchandise will be for sale near the weigh-in scale in the Bahia Marina/Fish Tales parking lot.

There will also be a 50/50 raffle. Donations will be accepted as well.

An awards luncheon is scheduled for Sunday, Aug. 21, at the Marlin Club in West Ocean City from noon to 2 p.m.

The competition has grown since its inception. Eight boats participated in the first tournament, and 2015 was a record-breaking year all around.

A record 634 lady anglers fished on 136 boats last year and a total of $174,250 was awarded to tournament winners. Those records have been broken this year.

About $90,000 was presented to the American Cancer Society.

The total donated by the Harman family through the tournament and other events over the past eight years is about $700,000.

“We’ve got to be close to $750,000. Our goal is to hit the $1 million mark,” Conley said.

“I want to thank the Harman family for putting on such a great tournament,” he continued. “The Harman family is a very generous family that is always involved and proactive in giving back to the community.”

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He and his wife, Pam, started the Poor Girls Open in 1994 to provide women with an opportunity to compete for prizes and money in a ladiesonly tournament, and to raise money for local charities.

Harman died in February 2004, so organizers thought it was appropriate the tournament be renamed in his memory.

The Open is the first event of the Pink Ribbon Classic at the Beach Series. Other events include a card game and mahj party; tennis, mah jongg and golf tournaments; Jammin’ Out Cancer with live music at Seacrets, and the Making Strides Against Breast Cancer 5K walk and run.

Most of the events will take place in October, which is Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

The Pink Ribbon Classic Series was started in 1996 by a group of dedicated volunteers. Since its inception, the series has raised approximately $1.7 million for breast cancer research, awareness, programs and services.

Some of the local programs and services available in this area include free wigs for patients; the Look Good Feel Better program, which teaches patients how to cope with the cosmetic side effects of treatment; Reach to Recovery, a one-on-one support visitation program by trained breast cancer survivors for new patients; and Road to Recovery, which gives patients transportation to and from cancer treatments.

There is also the Hope Lodge, which provides lodging during treatment; Patient Navigator Program, which helps with the health care system; Cancer Survivors Network and a 24-hour-a-day cancer information center.

This year, 4,880 women in Maryland will be diagnosed with breast cancer. Across the country that number rises to 246,660, and an estimated 40,450 will die from the disease, according to the ACS. Breast cancer is the most common cancer diagnosed in women in the United States, other than skin cancer.

It is the second-leading cause of cancer death in women, after lung cancer.

According to the ACS, the chance of a woman having invasive breast cancer some time during her life is about one in eight. The chance of dying from breast cancer is about one in 37.

Breast cancer death rates have been going down, most likely due to early detection and better treatment.

Currently, there are more than 3.1 million breast cancer survivors in the United States.

For more information about the Poor Girls Open, call Bahia Marina at 410-289-7438. To learn more about the American Cancer Society, visit www.cancer.org or call 1-800-2272345.

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General Manager Salina KC and Owner Jim Heaney show off the new Ocean Pines location earlier this week during summer camp at Chesapeake Martial Arts in the Pines Plaza on Cathell Road.

Growing martial arts school offers more than karate

By Kara Hallissey Staff Writer (Aug. 19, 2016) Parents looking for a different kind of after-school or summer camp for their children should check out Chesapeake Martial Arts in the Ocean Pines Plaza on Cathell Road.

The school has grown from teaching tae kwon do classes to the addition of kickboxing, tai chi, Brazilian jiu-jitsu, basic gymnastics and tumbling classes, summer camps, afterschool programs and wrestling.

To celebrate the expansion of Chesapeake Martial Arts and its new location, a grand opening and ribbon cutting extravaganza will take place Saturday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The ribbon cutting will take place at noon.

The public can meet with instructors, tour the new facility, and play carnival games such as a dunk tank, duck pond, ring toss, lollipop tree and guess the number. The rain date for carnival events are Sunday, Aug. 21.

Complimentary pizza and hot dogs will be available while the children

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Parents looking for a different kind of after-school or summer camp for their children should check out Chesapeake Martial Arts in the Ocean Pines Plaza on Cathell Road.

play on inflatables such as a moon bounce and an obstacle course.

Free classes will take place all day starting with tae kwon do for kids at 10-10:30 a.m. followed by wrestling for beginners with the Junior Seahawks Club at 11 a.m. and tai chi at the same time.

A women’s self-defense class will begin at 1-1:30 p.m. and kickboxing will round out the classes from 22:30 p.m. Those interested in classes can sign up on Facebook or call 410-

208-4100.

Demonstrations from the Chesapeake Martial Arts performance team will entertain crowds in between classes as they break boards and use weapons.

The grand opening allows parents and children to see what the school has to offer.

“It’s the coolest summer camp and after-school program in the county,” said owner Jim Heaney, who opened See CLASSES Page 47

By Lauren Bunting Contributing Writer (Aug. 19, 2016) With affordable options still in the marketplace, and interest rates remaining at all-time lows, more people are asking the question – should I rent or buy?

The most important first step in making the decision to rent versus buy is getting prequalified for a mortgage.

Below are five easy steps for those interested in pursuing the purchase of a home: • Get a few referrals for a lender from a Realtor (can also be from a friend or co-worker, but a Realtor will have experience with different lenders and be able to offer referrals based on your specific situation). There are advantages to calling a local lender, such as the ability to meet with them face to face. It is fine to speak to more than one lender to ask questions and get a feel for their professional manner and compare rates, but you may want to narrow your search down before you give authority for the lender to pull your credit report.

• You will need to be prepared to provide information such as gross monthly income and monthly recurring payments, such as car and credit card payments. The lender can help you determine your debt-to-income ratio, which is basically a percentage that compares your current debts to your current income. This number varies, but should usually be under 40 (percent) for the best interest rates.

• Give permission for the lender of choice to pull your credit report. The score most widely used by lenders is FICO (Fair, Isaac and Co.), and most lenders will require at least a 620 to qualify for a loan, but the higher your score, the better the interest rate.

• Have the lender do a sample “Loan Estimate” on a property of your choice to show you how much money you will need for down payment and closing costs (there are 100 percent financing options available for some local areas, and others qualify for FHA, which is a 3.5 percent down payment).

• Finally, have the lender prepare a letter of prequalification that you can supply to your Realtor, This will supply a price guideline to follow when looking at houses.

— Lauren Bunting is an Associate Broker with Bunting Realty, Inc. in Berlin.

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Comprehensive cancer care center gets OK from Berlin (Aug. 19, 2016) The Town of Berlin has approved construction of a new comprehensive cancer care center, Atlantic General Hospital executives announced on Monday.

The new 18,000-square-foot facility, which will sit on the corner of Route 113 and Old Ocean City Boulevard, will provide one centrally-located, convenient facility for the care and treatment of individuals with cancer and blood disorders.

Cancer is a leading cause of death in the United States, and in Maryland and Delaware the incidence of cancer is higher than the national average.

Even more concerning, the mortality rate for Worcester County, and Sussex County, Delaware, residents diagnosed with cancer is nearly 10 percent higher than for the state of Maryland.

“We as healthcare providers need to better address the high cancer mortality rate in our community. Right now, convenient, comprehensive cancer care is not available close to home for many of the residents we serve,” said Michael Franklin, president and CEO of Atlantic General Hospital. “Our current cancer care program provides excellent chemotherapy care and care navigation services, but we need to do more. We’re very excited about placing these critical services on our hospital

campus in our community.”

In addition to existing medical oncology and chemotherapy infusion services and integrative therapies, the new center will include radiation oncology; PET, CT, MRI and other advanced diagnostic radiology services on one campus; laboratory and pathology services; community education and support facilities; and telemedicine technology that will allow patients and their physicians to consult with other cancer care experts, preventing unnecessary travel for consultation and follow up care for patients who may require more intensive cancer care services.

For a detailed list of services and features, visit www.atlanticgeneral.org/thenewrccc.

Agreements for exclusive partnerships with premier cancer care providers in Maryland are being finalized. A collaboration with 21st Century Oncology will allow for the latest radiation oncology therapies at the new Regional Cancer Care Center. The 21st Century Oncology has been providing cancer treatment in Berlin for over a decade, and the collaboration with Atlantic General Hospital will allow for a more efficient cancer care delivery system in the community at a single location, rather than a duplication of See REGIONAL Page 48

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Classes available for adults, kids Continued from Page 45 Chesapeake Martial Arts in the Teal Marsh Shopping Center in West Ocean City more than 10 years ago along with his wife, Kim. “It has grown leaps and bounds the last few years. We are transforming into a kids center. We have something for everybody instead of restricting them to just martial arts.”

The after-school program takes place from 3-6 p.m. and Chesapeake Martial Arts will provide transportation from school.

“They come in get a snack, do their homework and then either participate in a martial arts or wrestling class,” Heaney said. “We will also have mat games, including dodgeball or they can learn tae kwon do. It is fun and we have a blast. It is not like going to a babysitter.”

Ending Aug. 20, parents can lockin the after-school program for $75 per week.

“We designed this building for Maryland regulations in order to have 100 kids comfortably during our after-school camp,” Heaney said.

In addition, Chesapeake Martial Arts offers before school drop-offs and transportation starting at 7 a.m.

On Friday, Sept. 30, Chesapeake Martial Arts will have a Kid’s Night Out presented by Showell Elementary School with dodgeball, a moon bounce, laser tag, pizza and hot dogs

from 6-9:30 p.m. It costs $30 per child and parents can register at https://member-site.net/VIP/default.aspx?EV—cMJMP. “We are very excited and think it will be a fun night,” Heaney said.

At present more than 50 children are enrolled in summer camps that run from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. every day.

“It is a structured and fun program for kids to learn and get exercise,” Heaney said. “We leave an hour throughout the day for electronics and they get to hang out with friends.

We have kids who do not need a summer camp, but their parents send them anyway. There is a game room with an arcade, pool table and PlayStation.”

The new facility has a movie projection room with surround sound where they show at least one movie a week during camp. A snack bar area has gourmet coffees, snacks, ice cream, pizza and hot dogs.

Throughout the day, children will paint, play games, read books, play with Legos and make art projects.

Trips to Jolly Roger, Planet Maze and Sweet Frog for ice cream take place during camp.

In the future, a playground and basketball hoops will be available outside.

Adult classes are growing in popularity as well, Heaney said. These include tai chi, the kickboxing fitness

class and Brazilian jiu-jitsu. A 3,000 square-foot matted room will be used by the Junior Seahawks Wrestling Club for practice and tournaments.

Karate and kickboxing classes run simultaneously to allow for parents and children to exercise at the same time.

On Saturdays, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. parents can drop their kids off to finish chores or run errands.

“There are no other child care options open on Saturday for kids four to 14 years old,” Heaney said. “We want people to start saying let’s go to CMA tonight to hang out.”

The facility has grown from the Heaney’s teaching karate classes to eight full-time instructors and up to 15 in the summer.

“We needed to expand,” Heaney said. “We were getting more and more cramped. We went from 2,800 square feet [at Teal Marsh in West Ocean City] to 12,000 in Ocean Pines.”

It took 11 months to complete the process and a 10-year lease was signed before officially opening July 20 in Ocean Pines.

The facility is licensed through Maryland for child care and summer camp.

For more information, call 410208-4100, check out cmakarate.com or search “Chesapeake Martial Arts in Ocean Pines, MD” on Facebook.

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Regional Cancer Care Center slated to open in early 2018 Continued from Page 46 services that already exist.

“Since 1993, Atlantic General has been part of the fabric of our community, dedicated to improving the health of each individual and the population overall,” said Lou Taylor, chairman of the Atlantic General Hospital Board of Trustees. “This new center is the next vital step in protecting the health of those we serve, right here in Worcester County.”

The new Regional Cancer Care Center will be located on a 4-acre parcel next to Old Ocean City Boulevard in front of Berlin Nursing and Reha-

bilitation Center that Atlantic General Hospital acquired in 2014.

Groundbreaking is planned for July 2017, with completion set for early 2018.

Atlantic General Hospital has been providing quality health care to the residents of Worcester, Wicomico and Somerset counties in Maryland and Sussex County, Delaware since May 1993.

Built by the commitment and generosity of a dedicated community, the hospital’s state-of-the-art facility in Berlin combines old-fashioned personal attention with the latest in technology and services.

It provides quality specialty care

such as weight loss surgery, orthopedics, outpatient infusion and chemotherapy for individuals with cancer or blood/autoimmune disorders, and a comprehensive women’s diagnostic center. Atlantic General Health System, its network of more than 40 primary care providers and specialists, care for residents and visi-

A rendering of the new Regional Cancer Care Center as seen from Route 113. Groundbreaking is planned for July 2017, with completion set for early 2018.

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Inside Going Out Taylor Sloan hen I was younger I used to love this time of year because back to school shopping was my favorite thing to do with my mom.

It’s crazy how people still genuinely ask me if I am still in school, or if I graduated high school last spring and what college I will be attending. People are even more surprised when they hear I have an English degree and I am in my twenties.

If you’re about to head back to school, or about to send the kids back to school, enjoy a bit more of summer at these great bars and restaurants.

The Angler, 312 Talbot Street, has happy hour food and drink specials every day from 3-6 p.m. Drink specials include $1.50 Natural Lite cans, $2 domestic cans, $2.50 Landshark drafts, $3 rails, $4 house wine and $5 Goombay Smash. Food specials include 65cent wings, 50-cent clams and 75cent oysters.

Friday, Aug. 19, catch Lenny Burridge at 4 p.m. Dance the night away while DJ Croptop spins from 10 p.m. to 2 a.m. Late night drink specials include 50-cent drafts, $2 Long Island Iced Tea, $3 rail drinks and 25-ounce Natural Light, and $4 cherry, grape and Jager bombs.

Saturday, Aug. 20 and Sunday, Aug. 21, hear Eddie Pasa at 4 p.m.

For more, visit angleroc.net.

Backshore Brewing Company, located at 913 Atlantic Ave. on the Boardwalk, is home to the famous VW van that sits outside, as well as craft beer and Hoop Tea. Backshore has six beers on tap that are always rotating.

Hoop Tea is an alcoholic tea beverage that is brewed with purified water, tea leaves, organic cane sugar and naturally fermented alcohol. Two new flavors available this summer are white mango and sweet lemon.

While you are at Backshore, try the tuna tacos with mango salsa, avocado and a cucumber wasabi slaw. Served with homemade smokey BBQ chips; add fries for an additional $2.

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A “Welcome to OC Sandfest” sand sculpture is on display during the 2015 event. This year's Ocean City Sandfest will take place Aug. 22-28 on the beach along the Ocean City Boardwalk from North Division to Fourth Street. (Below) Dan Belcher works on a large plant-eating dinosaur during the 2015 Ocean City Sandfest.

Third Ocean City Sandfest to take place Aug. 22-28

By Kara Hallissey Staff Writer (Aug. 19, 2016) Remarkable works of sand art will be created and displayed on the downtown area beach during the third annual Ocean City Sandfest, Aug. 22-28, providing residents and visitors with a sight not to be missed.

The sand-carving event begins on Monday with six artists constructing at least 10 giant sculptures using 60 tons of sand for each creation, said Patrick Harsch of Team Sandtastic, a group of five crafting the project.

Visitors can watch the art come to fruition in front of their eyes as professionals work along the Ocean City Boardwalk from North Division to Fourth Street from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Monday through Friday.

Sand sculpture themes include the military, Star Wars, a dinosaur, transportation such as trains, automobiles and planes, technology including Pokémon Go and Candy Crush, a Christmas event, in addition to a huge “Welcome to Ocean City Sandfest” piece.

“We are really excited to see what the sand sculptors will create this year.

The sheer size and detail of the sand sculptures are amazing,” said Meredith Herbert, event promoter. “An opportunity to walk along the beautiful Ocean City Boardwalk and see amazing works of art created right there on

the beach is something people don’t get the chance to do every day.”

Activities for the entire family will be taking place including a sandsculpting contest, class and demonstration in addition to watching the sand art illuminated on the beach, next Friday, Saturday and Sunday from 8-11 p.m., weather permitting.

“It is awesome to watch and we use the local sand right on the beach,” Harsch said. “It is a fast process and we try to finish a sculpture each day.

Check back throughout the week to see the progress and at night it is really cool to see the sand light up from the Boardwalk.”

Along with Harsch, Daniel Belcher, Larry Hudson, Benjamin Probanza and Chris Guinto round out the sculp-

tors participating with Team Sandtastic. Guinto has appeared on the television show, “Sand Masters, Sand Wars and Sand Blasters,” on the Travel and Discovery Channels.

For the second year, Ocean City resident George Zaiser will join the others in making masterpieces of his own during Sandfest.

“It was great to find someone local.

He is a great guy and we enjoy having him as a part of our team,” Harsch said. “He is in-the-know and helps with logistics. He also stayed the final weekend last year to touch up and keep everything pretty after people touch the sculptures or birds land on them.”

The plan is for everyone to work toSee SANDFEST Page 50

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Inside going out Taylor Sloan are $3.50 and house wine is $4.50. Happy hour food includes three saloon burgers for $6.99, add cheese for 80 cents more.

Friday, Aug. 19 and Saturday, Aug. 20, hear Tranzfusion play 9 p.m. to 1 a.m.

BJ’s happy hour deck party takes place Wednesdays, 5-8 p.m. There is no cover charge.

For more BJ’s on the Water fun, visit www.Bjsonthewater.com.

Bourbon Street on the Beach, 116th Street, has happy hour every day that includes $2 Natural Light, $2.50 drafts, $3.50 rail drinks, $5 house wine and margaritas and $6 hurricanes and crushes. Food specials include $1 oysters, $8 char grilled oysters, $9 wings and $8 half-pound burgers.

Wednesdays enjoy prime rib for $14.99.

For more information, call 443664-2896.

Carousel Hotel, 118th Street, has summer family theme nights.

Sunday is Italian Night with a halfpriced regular large cheese pizza or build-your-own pasta bowl for $12.95. Monday is Mexican Fiesta Night with a build-you-own taco and

Continued from Page 49 Co., visit www.backshorebrew.com.

The Big Easy on 60, 60th Street, features New Orleans style food and beverages. Entrées include chicken and waffles and jambalaya.

Beverages include cucumber southside made with Svedka cucumber vodka, St. Germaine, mint leaves and lemon lime soda; and a bayou orange crush made with Bayou rum, Bayou Satsuma liqueur, orange juice and lemon lime soda.

Happy hour is daily from 2-6 p.m. throughout the restaurant, featuring half-priced drinks and appetizers.

Appetizer options include buffalo oysters, creole crab dip, steamed shrimp and ribs in a Big Easy barbecue sauce.

For more on this new restaurant, visit www.thebigeasyon60.com.

BJ’s on the Water, located at 75th Street and the bay, serves the entire menu from 11 a.m. until 1:30 a.m. Join the party for happy hour, Monday through Friday, 4-7 p.m., or late night happy hour, Sunday through Thursday, 10 p.m. to 2 a.m.

Happy hour drinks include $2 Miller Lite, Natural Light and Coors Light cans, rail and premium drinks

taco salad bar for $14.95 for adults and $7.95 for kids 12 and younger.

Tuesday, the Carousel has a crab feast including AUCE Alaskan crab legs. The cost is $36.95 for adults and $17.95 for kids 12 and under.

Wednesday is lobster lunacy night. Get a whole Maine lobster platter for $22.95. Thursday, enjoy a beach bash cookout for $14.50, and dance under the stars while a DJ spins. Friday, have a hearty fried fish platter for $14.95, and Saturday is steak and rib night with AUCE rack of ribs and “choose your cut” prime rib.

Catch live entertainment 2-6 p.m. on the patio this weekend. For more information, call 410-524-1000.

Claddagh on the Shore, 1106 Coastal Hwy. Fenwick Island, Delaware, has happy hour daily from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. with $2 domestics and rails, $6 crushes and sangria and half-price bottles of wine.

Drink specials are available at the bar only.

Enjoy sunset dining Monday through Wednesday, 4-6 p.m. with $17 entrées. Thursday night come to Claddagh for an $18 prime rib special.

Sandfest returns to OC, Aug. 22-28 Continued from Page 49 gether and finish these projects as a team.

Once a sculpture is completed, it is sprayed with a biodegradable glue, which gives it “skin” and helps to protect the art against rain or wind, he added.

New this year, visitors can vote for their favorite sculpture with the chance to win a prize.

“Those that vote for their favorite sculpture will be entered to win a weekend getaway to Ocean City during the fall, plus other prizes including gift cards to Ocean City restaurants and various other businesses,” Herbert said.

On Thursday, Aug. 25 at 9 a.m., a few professional sculptors will teach

participants the basics and techniques on how to construct sand art followed by a family sand-sculpting competition at 10 a.m.

“Afterwards, participants will get a chance to try alongside the professionals,” Herbert said. “The family sandsculpting competition is free to enter and requires no prior experience.

Families will have a little over an hour to create a sand sculpture in their designated area.”

Sculptures will be judged on originality, degree of difficulty, creativity and enjoyment with prizes, including trophies, ribbons and beach-themed giveaways, being awarded at noon.

Another activity for families to enjoy is a Hands in the Sand sculpting demonstration taking place on Satur-

day, Aug. 27 at 9 a.m., where attendees can try sand-sculpting their own art while professionals provide tips and tricks of the trade.

All events will take place on the beach near North Division Street and are weather permitting, Aug. 22-28. All OC Sandfest activities are free to the public on the five beach blocks between North Division and Fourth streets.

Visit www.ocsandfest.com for more information. Go to www.TeamSandtastic.com to learn more about the team of professional sand sculptors.

Sponsors include the Francis Scott Key Resort, Layton’s Family Restaurant, the Dough Roller, Seacrets, OC Today, 28th Street Pit and Pub and the Ocean City Hotel-Motel-Restaurant Association.

Brunch is served every Saturday and Sunday from 9 a.m. to noon.

Claddagh offers a full breakfast and lunch menu with its brunch, as well as $12 bottomless Bloody Mary’s or mimosas.

For more information, call 302537-4200.

The Clarion hotel, 101st Street, offers a variety of dining experiences for guests of all ages.

Breaker’s Pub opens at 11 a.m. with lunch specials from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. and happy hour daily, 4-7 p.m. Featured happy hour specials include $2.25 select drafts, $2.75 domestic beers, $3 rail drinks, $2.75 house wines and $4 margaritas.

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Sandfest Schedule

Monday, Aug. 22 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. — Sand sculpting Tuesday, Aug. 23 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. — Sand sculpting Wednesday, Aug. 24 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. — Sand sculpting Thursday, Aug. 25 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. — Sand sculpting 9-10 a.m. — Sand sculpting class 10 a.m. — Family sand sculpting competition 12 p.m. — Awards on the stage at North Division Street Friday, Aug. 26 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. — Sand sculpting 8-11 p.m. — Grand Illumination of sand sculptures at night Saturday, Aug. 27 9-10 a.m. — Hands in the Sand demonstration 8-11 p.m. — Grand Illumination of sand sculptures Sunday, Aug. 28 8-11 p.m. — Grand Illumination of sand sculptures Monday through Sunday, Aug. 22-28 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. — Sand sculptures on display All activities will take place on the beach downtown between North Division Street and Fourth Street, weather permitting.

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Horizons Oceanfront Restaurant has breakfast, 7 a.m. to noon; lunch, 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.; and dinner, 5-10 p.m. Weekly specials include a $12.95 dinner daily; Friday and Saturday select dinner entrées are 20 percent off, 5-7 p.m. and Sunday through Thursday 30percent off, 5-7 p.m.

Or, try Horizon’s famous AUCE prime rib, crab legs and seafood buffet daily, 4:30-9 p.m. Take $4 off the $39.95 adult buffet from 4:30-6 p.m.

Hear On The Edge at Lenny’s Beach Bar, Friday, Aug. 19 through Sunday, Aug. 21, 4-9 p.m.

Enjoy Lenny’s Deck Party 4-7 p.m. daily with great food and drink specials. Monday, begin the week with bucket-of-fun beverages at $2 off.

Food specials include hamburger, kosher hot dog, polish sausage or grilled chicken breast sandwich.

Tuesday, enjoy a deck fiesta with food specials including fish, shrimp or chicken tacos. Drinks of the day include $4.20 margaritas and $2.50 Corona Light draft. Wednesday chill out at the pool or deck bar with $2.50 draft beers all day. Food specials include two hamburger or cheeseburger sliders and wings.

Thursday, have fun at the “what a hoop-la” tea party happening. All Hoop Tea and sangria are $3.25.

Friday, Aug. 19 and Saturday, Aug. 20, catch Power Play in the Ocean Club Nightclub, 9:30 p.m. to 2 a.m.

For more visit, www.ClarionOC.com.

Coconuts Bar and Grill, located on 37th Street at Castle in the Sand Hotel, offers a new craft beer – Drunken Monkey Ale, an American Pale Ale brewed by Burley Oak Brewery in Berlin.

The fastest happy hour on the beach continues with two-for-one drinks from 5-6 p.m. Tipsy Turtle Tuesday runs every Tuesday through Sept. 20. Order Coconuts’ Tipsy Turtle Rum Punch and be eligible to win a five-day vacation to The Green Turtle Club Resort in the Bahamas.

The winner will be drawn on Sunday, Sept. 25.

Friday, kick start your weekend with live entertainment provided by Darin Engh, noon to 4 p.m., followed

by John LaMere, 5-9 p.m. Saturday, enjoy Kevin Poole and Joe Mama, noon to 4 p.m., followed by The Poole Brothers, 5-9 p.m. Catch Byron Anthony and Joe Mama noon to 3 p.m., Sunday, Aug. 21, followed

by Lauren Glick and the Mood Swingers, 4-8 p.m.

For a full entertainment schedule, visit www.castleinthesand.com.

Coins Restaurant and Pub, located on 28th Street, has happy hour daily, 3-6 p.m. Drink specials include $2 domestic drafts, $2.75 domestic bottles, $3.50 rails, and happy hour food includes $7 halfpound steamed shrimp/mussels and $6 wings.

Coins offer a special dinner menu for early birds daily from 4-6 p.m. Early bird dinner specials include flounder, broiled or fried, for $11.99; seafood marinara with chopped clams, shrimp and scallops for $13.99; chicken teriyaki for $10.99; eight-ounce sirloin steak or prime rib for $13.99; or single crab cake for $12.99. All dishes are served with choice of two sides.

Check out Coins lunch and dinner menus at www.coinspub.com.

The Cove at Ocean Pines Yacht Club, 1 Mumford’s Landing Road, has lunch, dinner, a variety of drinks and a children’s menu as well as brunch, Sunday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Monday through Thursday enjoy “Shrimp-Ah-Palooza” shrimp the way you like them for $12; fried shrimp and French fries, grilled shrimp and rice or sauteed shrimp scampi and pasta. Sunday, enjoy brunch with “bottomless Bloody Mary Bar and bottomless mimosa” for $10 with a variety of fixings for your Bloody Mary.

Mondays sip on margaritas for $5 all day long. Monday nights for all of August take part in a family twilight swim from 6-8 p.m. Children are welcome, and the Yacht Club will offer discounted entry prices.

Tuesday enjoy a “crush day” with $5 crushes. Wednesday is family fun night with pool games, a DJ, food and drink specials from 6-8 p.m. Only those swimming pay $3 as a swim member, $5 for Ocean Pines residents or $7 for non-residents.

The Yacht Club also offers a twilight adult swim from 4-7 p.m. daily.

This event is free for swim members, $4 for Ocean Pines residents and $7 for non-residents.

Friday, Aug. 19, entertainment kicks off with Full Circle. Saturday, Aug. 20, catch Over Time. Music starts at 6 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 21, hear Suzzette Pritchett. For more, visit www.oceanpines.org.

Crab Bag, 130th Street and Coastal Highway, offers “super happy hour” seven days a week, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. and 10 p.m. to 2 a.m. Happy hour food specials include a half-pound of steamed shrimp, a half-pound angus cheeseburger and a dozen steamed clams for $7.95 each. Happy hour drink specials include $2 rails, $1.50 domestic drafts and $2 domestic bottles.

Enjoy carryout specials such as eight pieces of fried chicken and one pound of steamed shrimp for $24.95; two dozen medium crabs or one dozen medium crabs, eightpiece fried chicken and one pound steamed shrimp for $49; two dozen medium crabs, 12-piece fried chicken and one pound steamed shrimp for $79.

To hear more crab specials, call Crab Bag at 410-250-3337.

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“Dine OC,” presented by the United Way of the Lower Eastern Shore, runs until Sept. 5. This summer you can give back to the Eastern Shore community by dining at select restaurants in Ocean City, and ordering special food and beverages where a portion of the proceeds will be donated to the United Way Of The Lower Eastern Shore. To see the full list of participating restaurants, visit www.unitedway4us.org.

Duffy’s Bayside Bar and Grille, 130th Street, features happy hour from noon to 6 p.m. and includes $2.25 domestic drafts, $3.50 imports and import bottles and $3 rails drinks.

Breakfast is served Thursday through Monday, 9 a.m. to noon.

Trivia night begins at 8 p.m. on Wednesdays. Enjoy a night of trivia, music and prizes at Duffy’s.

Corn hole is every Thursday at 7 p.m. The cost for each participant is $5, and teams should be no more than two. Bob Hughes plays every Friday, 5-9 p.m.

Check out Duffy’s happenings at www.DuffysOC.com.

At Fager’s Island, 60th Street and the bay, hear Island Time, Tuesday through Sunday, 3-6 p.m. Drink specials include $5 crushes, martinis and Fager’s Island wines, twofor-one rail drinks, domestic beers and Coronas.

Friday, catch The Stims on the deck at 5 p.m., followed by DJ Hook at 9 p.m. Hear Jumper playing on the stage at 10 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 20, hear Full Circle playing on the deck at 5:30 p.m., followed by DJ Dnial spinning at 9:30 p.m. Listen to Jumper on the stage at 10 p.m.

Sunday, Aug. 21, enjoy jazz by Everett Spells during brunch. Later, catch local acoustic duo Colossal Fossil Sauce on stage at 5:30 p.m.,

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Listen to Bruce in the U.S.A. at 9:30 p.m. on the stage.

Monday, Aug. 22, listen to The Klassix playing at the deck party happening at 5:30 p.m., followed by DJ RobCee at 9:30 p.m. The Piranhas will be rocking the stage at 10 p.m.

For more, visit www.Fagers.com.

Fin Alley, located at 300 Coastal Highway, Fenwick, offers a variety of menu items for anyone’s palate. Try the crab salsa: jumbo lump crab, tomato, onion, cucumber, lime and cilantro, served with tortilla chips for $9.

Enjoy lunch specials, noon to 4 p.m., with all menu entrées and appetizers 15-percent off. Lunch specials include mahi tacos (two) made with napa cabbage, queso fresco, pico de gallo, and cilantro lime creme with tortilla chips for $14; or buffalo shrimp po’boy with fried shrimp, buffalo sauce, on a baguette with lettuce, tomato and bleu cheese for $13.

To view Fin Alley’s menu, visit www.finalleyfenwick.com.

At Fish Tales Bar & Grill, 22nd Street, bayside, the kitchen is open 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. and the bar, 11a.m.-2 a.m. Happy hour is from 3-6 p.m., and dinner is served 5-11 p.m. daily.

Get $3 craft and import beers, $5 Orange Crushes and Redbull bombs during Good Tunes Tuesdays from 10 p.m to close. Wednesday night is Natty Night with 75-cent drafts and $2.50 well drinks, 10 p.m. to 2 a.m. Check out the Bloody Mary bar on Sunday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Try a couple of Fish Tales’ new menu items including Shorty’s shrimp, Shawn’s secret recipe, including tender gulf shrimp pickled with vinegar, fennel, dill and red onion, served with toast points and

a creamy garlic sauce; The Big Salad, made with greens, spinach, carrots, green onion, dried cherries, cherry tomatoes, crumbled blue cheese, sunflower seeds, crispy bacon bits, soybeans and wontons, served with white balsamic vinaigrette; or the black bean sandwich, salt and pepper bun (also available in a gluten free wrap) stuffed with smashed black beans, avocado, red onion, tomato, jalapenos and cabbage, finished with a coconut chipotle mayo.

Fish Tales is fun for the whole family, so bring the kids for a meal and play time at the Pirate themed playground, while you sip on ice cold beverages.

For more, visit www.ocfishtales.com.

Harborside Bar & Grill, 12841 S. Harbour Rd. West Ocean City, has happy hour Monday through Friday, 4-7 p.m. Specials include $2 rail drinks (plus $1 for grapefruit/orange juice), $2 domestic bottles and drafts and $5.50 Orange Crushes.

Every Monday is locals “Monday Funday.” Enjoy 16-ounce Coors Light, Miller Lite drafts and Natural Light cans, $1.50 plus tax, all day and night.

Friday, Aug. 19, DJ Billy T begins at 4 p.m. for Ladies Night. Saturday, Aug. 20, hear Simple Truth or Side Project, 2-6 p.m., and DJ Jeremy, 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. Sunday, Aug. 21, Opposite Directions will play from 2-6 p.m. and DJ Billy T starts at 6:30 p.m.

Monday, Blake Haley will play, 4-7 p.m., followed by DJ Billy T starting at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 23, catch Funk Shue from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m.

Wednesday, Aug. 24, Karaoke with DJ Jeremy is 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. Thursday, Aug. 25, Opposite Directions performs 8 p.m. to midnight.

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LEO – Jul 23/Aug 23

Leo, the pressure to make decisions is easing up, and you can finally relax and focus on entertaining things. Take some time to strengthen an important relationship as well.

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Virgo, ideas in your head are developing so quickly that you can’t pin one down. Your creativity is a feather in your cap, so make an effort to sort out your ideas.

LIBRA – Sept 23/Oct 23

Decisions that seemed so easy to make just a few days ago now seem like uphill battles. Don’t sell yourself short, as you can handle the challenges ahead.

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Inside going out Taylor Sloan the Original Orange Crush, visit www.weocharborside.com.

Stop by Harpoon Hanna’s in Fenwick Island, Delaware, off Route 54, and try its exclusive house beer, RAR Deep Brew Pale Ale, a medium bodied pale ale with refreshing citrus notes, a slightly malty sweetness, and a balanced hop finish (5.5 percent ABV).

Happy hour is Monday through Friday, 3-7 p.m. and the Tiki Bar is open daily, weather permitting.

While visiting, enjoy a couple appetizers including Chesapeake crab dip for $11.99, bacon wrapped scallops, broiled in a zesty orange sauce for $12.99, Frank’s jerk chicken marinated in Caribbean seasonings served with honey mustard for $8.99, or my favorite, coconut shrimp served with a mandarin orange sauce for $9.99.

Entertainment Friday, Aug. 19, kicks off with Dave Hawkins, 5-10 p.m., followed by DJ Nuke’m, 10 p.m. to 1 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 20, Dave Sherman performs, 5-10 p.m., followed by DJ Nuke’m, 10 p.m. to 1 a.m. Sunday, Aug. 21, catch Kevin Poole, 5-9 p.m.

For more entertainment and specials, visit harpoonhannasrestaurant.com.

Hooters, West Ocean City, Route 50, offers happy hour every day from 3-6 p.m. with drink specials including $2.50 domestic drafts/bottles, $3 wells, $3.50 house wine and $4 calls. If you’re in the service, enjoy Military Monday’s with 10-percent off for active or retired military.

Cheers to the red, white and blue!

Celebrate wing fest Tuesdays, 6-8 p.m., with 50-cent wings, traditional or boneless. Come out for trivia from 7-9 p.m. with emcees Bigler and Domdig.

For more on Hooters in West Ocean City, call 410-213-1841.

KY West, 54th Street, offers happy hour 4-7 p.m. at the bar only.

Drink specials include $3 Miller Lite drafts/domestic bottles, $4 rail drinks and $5 house wine. Food specials include $8 steamed shrimp or chicken wings, $9 fried calamari and $10 burgers.

Saturday at the bar, catch DJ Rhoadie playing all of your requests beginning at 9 p.m.

For more, visit www.kywestoceancity.com.

Macky’s, 54th Street and the bay, offers happy hour in the bar and cocktail area daily from 3-6 p.m. Drink specials include traditional drafts and cans for $3, premium drafts and cans are $4.25, rail drinks, $3.75, and call drinks, $4.50.

Entertainment for the week begins with DJ Casper at 10 p.m. on Friday, Aug. 19. Saturday, Aug. 20, dance while DJ Cowboy spins at 10 p.m., and Sunday Aug. 21, hear Steel Drummer Jimmy G noon to 4 p.m. Let’s Do Trivia starts at 9 p.m.

Monday is beer and pizza night at Macky’s. Drafts and pizza are available at discounted prices including $2.50 traditional drafts, $3.50 premium drafts and $5 cheese pizzas; available in the bar and cocktail area only starting at 10 p.m.

Tuesday’s theme night is doctors and nurses, and Wednesday, catch DJ Wax spinning at 10 p.m. For more, visit www.Mackys.com.

Micky Fins, located at 12952 Inlet Isle Lane, features Quarterdeck, the newly designed waterfront dock bar. Micky Fins’ happy hour is Wednesday and Thursday, 3-6 p.m.; Friday, 11:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.; and 36 p.m. weekends.

Food specials include Deal Island whale soft sand crab sandwich with remoulade and French fries for $12; lobster tacos (tempura shrimp fried lobster tail, cilantro slaw, pico de gallo, Monterey jack and cucumber wasabi) for $13; and a Philly cheesesteak on a toasted amoroso roll, with provolone cheese and French fries for $10.

Drink specials include $2 Coors Light drafts, $3.50 select premium drinks and craft bottle beer for $3.75, $5 crushes and $4.50 wines by the glass.

Entertainment begins Friday with Blake Haley at 7 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 20, catch Lauren and Mike Duo at 7 p.m. Sunday, relax while DJ BK spins your favorite tunes at 5 p.m.

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Monday, Aug. 23, hear Animal House rocking the deck at 5 p.m.

For more specials and entertainment, visit www.ocmickyfins.com.

M.R. Ducks Bar and Grill, Talbot Street, starts off with Bo Dickerson at 5 p.m. on Friday, Aug. 19. Saturday, Aug. 20, listen to Klassics, 5-9 p.m., and Sunday, enjoy The Racket, 4-8 p.m.

Don’t forget about my favorite party of the weekend, the Sunday night deck party at Ducks! Get $2 Natural Lights, $3 cherry or grape bombs, $5 Chug-a-Ducks and $4 Fireball shots. Drink specials begin at 10 p.m.

For more, visit www.MRDucksBar.com or call 410-289-9125.

Nick’s House of Ribs, 145th Street, has delicious rib dinners starting at $23 for a half rack, or a

combo starting at $26 for ribs and chicken. And, try the world famous onion loaf to start. For a full entrée list, visit www.nickshouseofribs.com.

Ninth Street Taphouse, located on the Boardwalk in the Paradise Plaza Inn, has drink specials all day every day. Enjoy $2 Natty Boh drafts and $2.25 Natural Light cans.

Happy hour includes $3 domestic drafts, $4 rail drinks, house wine and Assawoman Bay drafts, and $5 frozen drinks, orange and grapefruit crushes. For more, call 443-6642641.

Ocean City Fish Company, 12817 Harbour Rd. West Ocean City, offers happy hour daily, 3-7 p.m. Drink specials include $1.50 domestic drafts and $2 rail drinks.

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Inside going out Taylor Sloan clude $2 Natural Light, $2.50 domestic bottles, $3 rails, and $5.50 craft beers from 4-7 p.m. O.C. Wasabi accepts dinner reservations; call 410-524-7337.

Phillips Crab House, 21st Street, serves up award-winning crab cakes and seafood. Phillips offers an early bird special of $4 off an adult entrée of $20 or more, 4-5 p.m. Monday through Friday.

To hear everything Phillips Crab House has to offer, call 410-2896821.

Phillips Seafood House, 141st Street, offers a variety of seafood items to please and a great happy hour that runs until 7 p.m. Monday through Saturday and until close on Sunday. Enjoy a fresh catch menu featuring local fish, seafood and steamed crabs, crab cakes Hoopers

Continued from Page 53 Food specials are: $1 oysters, 75cent wings and $6.99 half-pound of steamed shrimp/sautéed clams.

Sunday in the bar area, O.C. Fish Company has $4 Orange Crushes all day. AUCE crabs with corn is $29.99, add shrimp for $10 more or snow crab legs for $15. Crabs are by the dozen. Every Thursday is pint night at the sports bar.

Friday, Aug. 19, catch The Gene Paul Project at 6 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 20, hang out with DJ Mike at 7 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 14, relax and enjoy Side Project at 2 p.m. For more, visit www.captainsgalleyoc.com.

O.C. Wasabi, located on 33rd Street, has happy hour food specials including $6 shrimp and pork dumplings, and drink specials in-

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Phillips opens at 4 p.m. Monday through Friday and 3:30 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. For more specials, call 410-250-1200 or visit PhillipsSeafood.com.

Pizza Tugos, Route 50 in West Ocean City, has happy hour Monday through Friday, 3-6 p.m. Drink specials include $1.75 Miller Lite and Yuengling drafts, $2.99 craft beer drafts and $1.99 rail drinks. Get $1 cheese pizza slices during happy hour.

Ropewalk Ocean City, on the bay at 82nd Street, is open 11:30 a.m. to 10 p.m., Monday through Thursday; 11:30 a.m. to midnight, Friday; 10 a.m. to 2 a.m., Saturday; and 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. on Sunday.

Ropewalk offers happy hour everyday, all day and night. Food specials include half-price wings and bada bing shrimp. Also, get $2 off draft beers, $2.50 select domestics, $4 Slushies, wines and rails, and $5.50 crushes. While you’re there, enjoy its specialty Ropewalk Mule drink.

Live entertainment at Ropewalk Ocean City begins Friday with Steve Tove Duo at 4-8 p.m., followed by DJ Buddha at 10 p.m. Saturday, catch Bob Brotto at noon, and DJ Buddha will spin at 10 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 21, relax and enjoy a few drinks while listening to Bob Brotto at noon.

For more specials, visit www.ropewalkoc.com or call 410-524-1009.

Seacrets Bar and Grill, 49th Street and the bay, has new happy hour specials for summer 2016 (not valid on Saturday or holidays.) Monday through Friday and Sunday, domestic can beers are $4. The house beer, TropicAle, brewed by Evolution Craft Brewing Company, is $4 and craft drafts from Dogfish Head, Burley Oak, Fin City and Evolution Craft Brewing Company are $5.

Seacrets Spirits and craft beers are $5, and frozen Pain in de Ass, Rum Runner and Orange Crushes are $6. Sunday is Rum Day. Any rum beverage, including Seacrets specialty Big Bamboo, is only $5 from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Come to Seacrets to try its new bourbon, light-whiskey, lemon and grapefruit vodkas from Seacrets Distilling Company. Also, don’t forget Seacrets Distilling Company runs tours of its new, beautiful distillery daily with your choice of three liquor tastings afterward, for those 21 and older.

Friday, play in the bay while DJ Bobby O spins, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Then catch him later spinning your

favorite 80’s and 90’s jams at the Main Bar from 10 p.m. to 2 a.m.

Laugh out loud during the Jim Long Band performance, 5-9 p.m. on the beach stage, followed by Innasense at 9 p.m. DJ Mike T will be spinning between band sets starting at 10 p.m. Dance in the nightclub while DJ Tuff spins between Gypsy Wisdom band sets.

Seacrets has a strict minor policy; anyone under the age of 21 must dine with a parent or guardian in a family dining section, and are asked to leave after completion of their meal. Minors are not permitted in bar areas, bar high top areas or the bay, beach and nightclubs.

For more Seacrets entertainment, visit www.Seacrets.com.

Skye Bar, 66th Street, features a raw bar, lite fare, fresh seafood and steaks, creative cocktails and an award-winning wine list. Happy hour is 3-6 p.m. daily, and includes $1 oysters from the raw bar and food and drink specials. Saturday, Aug. 20, hear The Stims from 4-8 p.m.

For Skye Bar’s menu and entertainment schedule, visit www.skyebaroc.com.

Sunset Grille, 12933 Sunset Ave., opens at 11 a.m. daily. Happy hour is at the bar from 3-7 p.m.

Monday through Friday.

Teasers Dockside Bar & Grill is also open daily. Specials include $3.75 rail mixed drinks, $5.50 selected premium mixed drinks, $3.75 selected bottled beer, $6 crushes and $5 glass of wine.

Tuesdays at Teasers from 3-6 p.m. get two-for-one crushes, Dogfish Head and domestic beers.

Friday, catch Over Time at 7 p.m., and Saturday listen to Lima Bean Riot at 6 p.m.

For more information, visit www.ocsunsetgrille.com.

Touch of Italy, 67th Street, now features the late night Soprano bar/café every Tuesday at 9 p.m.

Bryan Russo, a well-known musician, and friend(s) will entertain guests at the Ocean City location.

Touch of Italy offers a New Yorkstyle deli and Italian marketplace with specialties straight from the Bronx. Walk around and you are in a quaint Italian restaurant with bar and fire brick oven.

There are delicious, Italian homemade recipes with popular, huge portions of chicken parmigiana, seafood fra diavola and raviolis, as well as salads, gluten free choices and vegan-inspired recipes also.

There is something for the entire family.

Come for a nightcap in the bar with cappuccino and a cannoli, biscotti, chocolate éclair, or Italian cookies all made in Touch of Italy’s local bakery. For more information or reservations, call 410-524-5252.

If you have an event coming up you would like me to highlight in Inside Going Out, please send me an email, Taylor@OceanCityToday.net.

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FOOD FOR THOUGHT

Use homemade stock for Maryland crab soup

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Maryland Crab Soup Ingredients 4 cups homemade fish stock 4 cups chicken stock 8 cups beef stock 12 small live crabs

4 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce 2 tablespoons White Wine Worcestershire sauce 4 tablespoons Old Bay seasoning 2 tablespoons dry mustard 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning several pinches red pepper flakes 2 (28 ounce) cans whole tomatoes, seeded, and hard ends removed 2 (14.5 ounce) petite diced tomatoes with green chilies 4 cloves garlic, minced 2 small yellow onions chopped 3 carrots, peeled and cubed 6 medium boiling potatoes, peeled and cubed 6 stalks celery, chopped 1 large orange bell pepper, seeded and stems removed 3 cups fresh or frozen corn 3 cups fresh or frozen peas 2 cups fresh or frozen lima beans 2 cups fresh or frozen string beans, cut into1 ½ inch pieces 1 pound jumbo lump crabmeat, shells and cartilage removed

1. Combine stocks in a large stock pan over high heat.

2. Rinse crabs in cold water. When stocks come to a boil, add live crabs, turn heat down to medium and cover with lid.

3. Cook until crabs are done. Remove and allow to cool.

4. Strain the broth and return to the stock pan. Add garlic, onions, Worcestershire sauce, Old Bay, dry mustard, Cajon seasoning, red pepper flakes, carrots, potatoes, celery, orange pepper and canned tomatoes.

Simmer until vegetables are done.

5. In the meantime, clean crabs and refrigerate crabmeat until ready to add to the soup.

6. Add corn, peas, lima beans and string beans to the soup. When the vegetables are done, add picked crab meat and jumbo lump crabmeat to the soup. Turn off the heat and serve immediately.

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oughly in cold water. Melt 1 ounce of unsalted butter into a stockpot using a medium-low heat. Add 8 ounces white mirepoix (onions and celery), 6 ounces parsley stems, 1.5 ounces mushroom trimmings, and 4 sprigs of fresh thyme.

Sweat for 2 to 3 minutes, be careful not to brown. Add 8 pounds of fish bones and cover the stock pot. Do not stir; you are in essence sweating the bones to bring about more flavor. Remove the lid after a few minutes and add 4.5 quarts cold water.

Bring the stock to a simmer and cook 30 to 40 minutes, skimming the impurities frequently. Strain the broth and reserve for future use.

There is no question homemade stocks take time, but the results are far superior than already prepared stocks. Maryland crab soup needs homemade stock to reach the level of superiority it deserves. The following recipe is time consuming but the results are well worth the extra effort.

Enjoy!

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By Deborah Lee Walker Contributing Writer (Aug. 19, 2016) There is nothing more characteristically “Eastern Shore” than its fresh seafood and gorgeous beaches.

Plump oysters and luscious rockfish attribute to the wonders of the sea, but it is Maryland Blue Crab that distinguishes it from other seafood seafaring towns.

Crab cakes, crab dip and steamed crabs are just the beginning of a glorious affair. But if one has roaming interests and feels compelled to consume the delicate, succulent meat; Maryland crab soup tickles the senses and fits the requirement of worthiness.

The tangy, flavorful tomato based soup is chock full of hearty vegetables and hunks of jumbo lump and backfin crabmeat. Similar recipes are said to have evolved amongst Native American tribes that made their homes along the Maryland estuary.

The communal crock pot type dish was a smorgasbord of the catch of the day, leftover meats from hunts and plenty of veggies for the pickings.

Maryland crab soup’s humble beginnings are indicative of the cultural goodness and simplicity of the time.

The hearty soup has taken on symbolic significance and has demonstrated that straightforwardness should not be confused with plainness.

In fact, Maryland crab soup has complexity and intricate layers to equate sophistication in a different fashion. The key to any soup is the stock and therefore must simmer if a state of comprehension is to be obtained.

Connoisseurship knows a masterpiece when one tastes it; a trained palette cannot be easily fooled. Fish stock is a stepping stone for dishes in the making. Fish stock can be used to create a delicious poaching liquid, broth, or be developed further into derivative sauces such as fish veloute, chowder and other blessings to be.

Fish stock requires that you use lean fish bones. Bones such as salmon and trout should not be used due to their fat content. Check with local fisherman or local markets; there is a good chance they will give you the carcasses for free.

Preparing fish stock requires a different approach than other stocks. As stated before, fish stock is delicate and must be handled with care.

Begin by washing the bones thor-

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Friends, from left, Cindy Craig, Colleen Franchi and Megan Peters of Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania, enjoy their first Ocean City vacation stop at BJ's on the Water on 75th Street, Monday afternoon.

Larry Drego and Mary O'Brien of Long Island, New York, take in the scenery at BJ's on the Water, located on 75th Street, Monday.

Marielin and Kevin Rottkamp of Lancaster, Pennsylvania, have some beverages at BJ's on the Waterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s outside patio, Monday.

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Kate Shchepetova hangs out with Robert Ogden (DJ Bobby O) at Guidos Burritos on the Boardwalk at North Division Street, last Sunday.

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Some of Macky's staff get together for a photo at the 54th Street restaurant's beach dining area, Monday.

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Steve and Joann Hoffmann, of Long Island, New York, left, enjoy drinks with Elizabeth Dodd and Lance Hoffmann, also of New York, at Macky's Bayside, 54th Street, Aug. 15.

Liz Drabick, left, sips on a cocktail with Caitlin Lawrence of Baltimore, at Macky's Bayside, located on 54th Street, Monday.

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Beach patrons were entertained recently by the formation of a couple small tide pools along the southern beach and the inlet area. Ocean City can expect more as we move into the late summer season.

Tide pools typically form on OC beach this time of year

By Kristin Joson Contributing Writer (Aug. 19, 2016) Beach patrons were entertained last weekend by the formation of a couple of small tide pools along the southern beaches and the inlet area. Ocean City can expect more exciting and fun acts of nature to reveal themselves as we move into the late summer season.

Water that forms a pools on the beach is a normal occurrence that typically happens this time of the year. We commonly refer to these as tide pools. However, they are not only formed by the outgoing tide but are also formed when large waves are driven further onto the beach by wind or during storms.

Tropical activity in the Atlantic during this time of the year can cause larger than usual waves and surf conditions. When this happens, these waves bring more water onto the beach and if it becomes trapped in a low area a “tide pool” may form.

These low areas on the beach are formed as waves push sand into large mounds running parallel to the shore with the area behind the mound (to the west) being lower than this newly formed retaining mound. As water is pushed over this mound, it cannot make its way back into the ocean as runoff and becomes trapped in the low lying area.

Although the amount of water, the size of the low lying area and the depth of low lying area, may vary from a few inches to a few feet deep and the size may be as small as a backyard pool or as large as several city blocks, most tide pools are only a few inches deep and less than a block long.

Because of the relatively small quantity of water, the sun heats it and it is much warmer than the ocean and it usually has no wave action making it very inviting. When a child comes to the beach and finds a tide pool, they become very excited. It is like having a backyard pool on the beach.

However, tide pools pose their own

dangers. Because a tide pool seems like the perfect place for small children to play, parents often do not give the same attention to their children as they would if they were playing in the ocean.

Further complicating this is the fact that most often the tide pool ends up forming behind the guard stands. This means that the SRT (lifeguard) is only scanning this area as part of their secondary scan giving much less attention to this water hazard than the large body of water directly in front of them.

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Tide pools may vary from few inches to few feet deep Continued from Page 57 Parents often have a false sense of security due to the shallow depth of most of these tide pools but those of us in water safety realize it only takes 1 inch of water to drown a toddler. A second hazard associated with this phenomenon is the risk of injuries from running and jumping into such a shallow area.

Although not a safety concern, another potential issue has to do with this trapped water becoming stagnant, dirty and smelly. Therefore, the Public Works Maintenance Department sculpts the beach to facilitate the drainage of these tide pools after they have remained for a couple of days.

Sometimes you might find a tide pool that behaves more like a waterslide than a pool. This was the case last year in the northern area of Ocean City.

In this instance, wave action was bringing more water into the low area while breaks in the retaining mound allow water to flow back into the ocean resulting in strong currents being formed in the tide pool. When this happens, the tide pool becomes far more dangerous as people playing in the tide pool might find themselves washed into the ocean.

This action is the perfect model of what is happening out in the ocean as waves come across the underwater sandbar and then make there way back out to the deeper water which is the mechanics and cause of the deadly rip

currents you have heard so much about.

Although we have given some cautions about tide pools, they can be fun when enjoyed safely. This season, small tide pools have already formed in a couple of locations. Hopefully you will be lucky enough to see one and pass along our cautions to the people you are with. And remember, you can always introduce yourself to the lifeguard and ask them any questions that you have. They are a more than happy to inform you about the current beach conditions.

Captain’s note: Ocean City is a barrier island (located between the ocean and a back bay) and behaves in a unique way compared to other types of beaches around the world. Rip currents, tide pools, steep dropoffs at the crest of the beach as well as other natural occurrences are all very normal and have existed for all of my 44 years with the Ocean City Beach Patrol and for hundreds of years before.

What is different is recent changes in worldwide weather events, such as warmer ocean waters closer to shore, changes in prevailing ocean currents in recent years, increased tropical activity in the Atlantic and an overall change in climate patterns (based on historical data from NOAA). All of these special circumstances can also be seen at barrier island beaches throughout the world based on prevailing weather patterns.

OCBP to hold physical skills evaluation for 2017 guards (Aug. 19, 2016) The Ocean City Beach Patrol (OCBP) will hold a preemployment physical skills evaluation on Saturday, Aug. 20, to fill openings in the 2017 employment roster.

The pre-employment evaluation is being held in Ocean City, in the area of Dorchester Street and the beach.

There are no pre-certification requirements and experience in ocean rescue is not necessary to apply.

Registration for the test begins at 9 a.m. on Dorchester Street and the Boardwalk. After orientation, applicants should prepare for a full day of testing beginning shortly after registration.

Candidates will swim 400 meters, run 300 meters, perform simulated swimming rescues, and demonstrate the capacity to run fast in timed sprint races.

Water-related activities take place in the Atlantic Ocean with all running activities on the beach.

Although pre-registration is not required, candidates are strongly encouraged to pre-register for the test by visiting www.ococean.com/ocbp.

The beach patrol requires acceptable proof of age of all candidates, which can be a driver’s license, birth certificate or U.S. passport. Without proper proof of age, applicants will not be permitted to participate.

In addition, applicants must be 17 years old or older prior to June 26, 2017, and those under 18 must be accompanied by a legal guardian during the entire testing process.

Following the physical skills evaluation, those meeting qualifying standards are eligible for appointment to the Ocean City Beach Patrol’s Surf Rescue Academy (SRA), which is being conducted in Ocean City in May or June of 2017.

The SRA is eight days long and provides all training and certifications required to be a Surf Rescue Technician while earning $13.29 per hour, with an increased rate of $14.65 after a three-week probation period.

For additional information, including future testing dates, contact the Ocean City Beach Patrol at 410-2897556 or visit www.oceancitymd.gov/ocbp.

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NOW PLAYING ANGLER 312 Talbot St. Ocean City 410-289-7424 www.angleroc.net Aug. 19: Lenny Burridge, 4 p.m.

Aug. 20-21: Eddie Pasa, 4 p.m.

BIG EASY ON 60 5909 Coastal Highway Ocean City 410-524-2305 www.thebigeasyon60.com Aug. 19: Tear the Roof Off, 9 p.m. to midnight BJ’S ON THE WATER 75th Street and the bay Ocean City 410-524-7575 www.bjsonthewater.com Aug. 19-20: Tranzfusion, 9 p.m.

BOURBON STREET ON THE BEACH 116th Street, behind Fountain Head Towers Condominium Ocean City 443-664-2896 www.bourbonstreetonthebeach.com Aug. 19: Dave Sherman, 8-11 p.m.

Aug. 20: The Baltimore Boyz, 7 p.m. to midnight Aug. 21: Randy Jamz, 4-8 p.m.

Aug. 22: Barry Lee, 9 p.m.

Aug. 23: Open Mic, 9 p.m. to midnight Aug. 24: Walt Farozic, 6-9 p.m.; Open Mic, 9 p.m. to midnight Every Tuesday: Charlie Z, 6-10 p.m.

Every Thursday: Chris Button, 7-10 p.m.

CAPTAIN’S TABLE 15th St. & Baltimore Ave. Ocean City 410-289-7192 www.captainstableoc.com Every Thursday-Tuesday: Phil Perdue, 5:30 p.m.

CAROUSEL PATIO BAR AND GRILL In the Carousel Hotel 118th Street and the ocean Ocean City 410-524-1000 www.carouselhotel.com Aug. 19: Lennon & the Leftovers, 2-6 p.m.

Aug. 20: Pearl, 2-6 p.m.

Aug. 22: Dave Sherman, 2-6 p.m.

Aug. 23: Kaleb Brown, 2-6 p.m.

Aug. 24: Tommy Edward, 2-6 p.m.

Aug. 25: DJ Jeremy, 7-10:30 p.m.

CASINO AT OCEAN DOWNS 10218 Racetrack Road Berlin 410-641-0600 www.oceandowns.com Aug. 19: Everett Spells, 5:30-9:30 p.m.

Aug. 20: Tear the Roof Off, 4:30-8:30 p.m.; Monkee Paw, 9:30 p.m. to 1:30 a.m.

COCONUTS BEACH BAR AND GRILL In the Castle in the Sand Hotel 37th Street oceanfront Ocean City 410-289-6846 www.castleinthesand.com Aug. 19: Darin Engh, noon to 4 p.m.; John LaMere, 5-9 p.m.

Aug. 20: Kevin Poole & Joe Mama, noon to 4 p.m.; Poole Brothers, 5-9

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Aug. 21: Byron Anthony & Joe Mama, noon to 3 p.m.; Lauren Glick & the Mood Swingers, 4-8 p.m.

Aug. 22: Nate Clendenen Solo, noon to 3 p.m.; Bob Wilkinson, Joe Smooth & Pete, 4-8 p.m.

Aug. 23: Paige Stevenson, noon to 2 p.m.; The Poole Brothers, 3-7 p.m.

Aug. 24: Heather Vidal, noon to 3 p.m.; Chris Button & Joe Mama, 4-8 p.m.

Aug. 25: Lauren Glick & Melissa Alesi, noon to 3 p.m.; Kevin Poole & Joe Mama, 4-8 p.m.

COWBOY COAST COUNTRY SALOON AND STEAKHOUSE 17th Street and Coastal Highway Ocean City 410-289-6331 www.cowboycoastoc.com Aug. 19: Sam Grow, 10 p.m.

Aug. 20: DJ Dale, 9 p.m.

Aug. 21: Redneck Olympics, 9 p.m.

Aug. 24: Live Band Karaoke w/Alex & Shiloh, 9 p.m.

Aug. 25: DJ Adam Dutch, 9 p.m.

DUFFY’S TAVERN 130th Street in the Montego Bay Shopping Center 410-250-1449 www.duffysoc.com Every Friday: Bob Hughes, 5-9 p.m.

DUNES MANOR 28th Street, Oceanfront Ocean City 410-289-1100 www.dunesmanor.com Every Friday, Saturday & Sunday: Shirley Toms, 7-11 p.m.

Every Wednesday and Thursday: Elsworth Wheatley FAGER’S ISLAND 60th Street and the bay Ocean City 410-524-5500 www.fagers.com Aug. 19: The Stims, 5 p.m.; DJ Hook, 9 p.m.; Jumper, 10 p.m.

Aug. 20: Full Circle, 5:30 p.m.; DJ Dnial, 9:30 p.m.; Jumper, 10 p.m.

Aug. 21: Everett Spells, 10 a.m. brunch; Colossal Fossil Sauce, 5:30 p.m.; Bruce in the USA, 9:30 p.m.; DJ Louie T, 9:30 p.m.

Aug. 22: The Klassix, 5:30 p.m.; DJ RobCee, 9:30 p.m.; The Piranhas, 10 p.m.

Aug. 23: Zion Reggae Band, 5:30 p.m.; DJ Hook, 9:30 p.m.

Aug. 24: DJ Greg, 5:30 p.m.; Bob Lougheed, Elvis Tribute, 6 p.m.

Aug. 25: Colossal Fossil Sauce, 5:30 p.m.; The British Invasion Experience, 9 p.m.; DJ Groove, 9:30 p.m.

GUIDOS BURRITOS First Street and Boardwalk Ocean City 410-289-1729 www.guidosburritos.com Every Sunday: DJ Papi Roisterous, 10 p.m.

------------33rd Street and Coastal Highway Ocean City 410-524-3663 Every Thursday: DJ Papi Roisterous Aug. 21: DJ RobCee, 10 p.m.

HARBORSIDE BAR & GRILL

Aug. 25: John LaMere, 6 p.m.

12841 S. Harbor Road West Ocean City 410-213-1846 www.ocharborside.com Aug. 19: DJ Billy T, 4 p.m.

Aug. 20: Simple Truth/Side Project, 26 p.m.; DJ Jeremy, 9 p.m.

Aug. 21: Opposite Directions, 2-6 p.m.; DJ Billy T, 6:30 p.m.

Aug. 22: Blake Haley, 4 p.m.; DJ Billy T, 7 p.m.

Aug. 23: Funk Shue, 9 p.m. to 1 a.m.

Aug. 24: Karaoke w/DJ Jeremy, 9 p.m. to 1 a.m.

Aug. 25: Opposite Directions, 9 p.m. to 1 a.m.

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HARPOON HANNA’S Route 54 and the bay Fenwick Island, Del. 800-227-0525 302-539-3095 www.harpoonhannasrestaurant.com Aug. 19: Dave Hawkins, 5-10 p.m.; DJ Nuke’m, 10 p.m. to 1 a.m.

Aug. 20: Dave Sherman, 5-10 p.m.; DJ Nuke’m, 10 p.m. to 1 a.m.

Aug. 21: Kayla Kroh, 2-6 p.m.; Kevin Poole, 6-10 p.m.

Aug. 22: Dave Hawkins, 5-10 p.m.; Johnny Wilson, 10 p.m.

Aug. 23: Kevin Poole, 5-9 p.m.; Karaoke, 9 p.m.

Aug. 24: Dave Sherman, 5-9 p.m.; Karaoke, 9 p.m.

Aug. 25: Poole Brothers, 5-9 p.m.; Kevin McCove, 9 p.m. to 1 a.m.

HOOTERS Rt. 50 & Keyser Point Road West Ocean City 410-213-1841 www.hootersofoc.com Aug. 19: DJ BK, 7 p.m.

Aug. 21: Knucklebones, 3 p.m.

M.R. DUCKS Talbot Street and the bay Ocean City 410-289-9125 www.mrducksbar.com Aug. 19: Bo Dickerson, 5-9 p.m.

Aug. 20: The Klassix, 5-9 p.m.

Aug. 21: The Racket, 4-8 p.m.

Aug. 24: DJ Batman, 5-9 p.m.

Aug. 25: Kentavius Jones & Justin, 5-9 p.m.

MACKY’S BAYSIDE BAR & GRILL 53rd Street and Coastal Highway Ocean City 410-723-5565 www.mackys.com Aug. 19: DJ Casper, 10 p.m.

Aug. 20: DJ Cowboy, 10 p.m.

Aug. 21: Steel Drummer Jimmy G, noon to 4 p.m.

Aug. 23: DJ Vybe, “Doctor & Nurse” Theme Night, 10 p.m.

Aug. 24: DJ Wax, 10 p.m.

Aug. 25: DJ Casper, 10 p.m.

MICKY FINS 12952 Inlet Isle Lane West Ocean City 410-213-9033 www.ocmickyfins.com Aug. 19: Blake Haley, 7 p.m.

Aug. 20: Lauren & Mike Duo, 7 p.m.

Aug. 21: DJ BK, 5 p.m.

Aug. 22: Animal House, 5 p.m.

145th Street and Coastal Highway Ocean City 410-250-1984 www.nickshouseofribs.com Every Friday, Saturday & Monday: Live Entertainment OC FISH COMPANY 12817 Harbor Road West Ocean City 410-213-2525 Aug. 19: Gene Paul Project, 6 p.m.

Aug. 20: MP Steele, 5 p.m.; DJ Mike, 7 p.m.

Aug. 21: Side Project, 2 p.m.

Aug. 23: Murphy’s Law, 6 p.m.

Aug. 24: Kaleb Brown, 1 p.m.; Mickey Justice, 6 p.m.

Aug. 25: Bryan Clark, 6 p.m.

OCEAN CLUB NIGHTCLUB In the Horizons Restaurant In the Clarion Fontainebleau Hotel 101st Street and the ocean Ocean City 410-524-3535 www.clarionoc.com Every Wednesday-Sunday: DJ Dusty, 9 p.m. to 1 a.m.

Aug. 19-20: Power Play, 9:30 p.m. to 2 a.m.

Aug. 24-25: Power Play, 9:30 p.m. to 2 a.m.

Lenny’s Beach Bar Aug. 19-21: On the Edge, 4-9 p.m.

Aug. 22-28: Illuzion, 4-9 p.m.

PURPLE MOOSE Boardwalk, between Talbot and Caroline streets Ocean City 410-289-6953 www.purplemoosesaloon.com Aug. 19-20: CK the DJ/VJ, 2 p.m.; Vinyl Rhino, 10 p.m. to 2 a.m.

Aug. 21: CK the DJ/VJ, 2 p.m.; Slamm, 10 p.m. to 2 a.m.

Aug. 22: Slamm, 10 p.m. to 2 a.m.

Aug. 23-24: Ruckus, 9 p.m.

Aug. 25: Doc Marten & The Flannels (aka Dirt), 10 p.m. to 2 a.m.

ROPEWALK 82nd Street and the bay Ocean City 410-524-1009 www.ropewalkoc.com Aug. 19: Steve Tove Duo, 4-8 p.m.; DJ Buddha, 10 p.m.

Aug. 20: Bob Brotto, noon to 8 p.m.; DJ Buddha, 10 p.m.

Aug. 21: Bob Brotto, noon to 7 p.m.

Aug. 22: Steel Drums, 4-8 p.m.

Aug. 23: Pat O’Brennan, 4-8 p.m.

Aug. 24: John LaMere, 4-8 p.m.

Aug. 25: Rob Fahey, 4-8 p.m.; DJ Buddha, 10 p.m.

SEACRETS 49th Street and the bay Ocean City 410-524-4900 www.seacrets.com Aug. 19: DJ Bobby O, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Jim Long Band, 5-9 p.m.; DJ Tuff, 9 p.m. to 1 a.m.; Innasense, 9 p.m. to 1 a.m.; DJ Bobby O, 10 p.m. to 2 a.m.; DJ Mike T, 10 p.m. to 2 a.m.; Gypsy Wisdom, 10 p.m. to 1 a.m.

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NOW PLAYING Aug. 20: DJ Cruz, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Jon Mauer, 1-5 p.m.; The 19th Street Band, 5-9 p.m.; Jim Long Contests, 68 p.m.; Innasense, 9 p.m. to 1 a.m.; DJ Cruz, 9 p.m. to 1 a.m.; DJ Tuff, 10 p.m. to 2 a.m.; DJ Bobby O, 10 p.m. to 2 a.m.; Garden State Radio, 10 p.m. to 1 a.m.

Aug. 21: DJ Bobby O, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Jim Long Band, 5-9 p.m.; DJ Tuff, 9 p.m. to 1 a.m.; The Amish Outlaws, 10 p.m. to 2 a.m.

Aug. 22: Full Circle, 5-9 p.m.; Ticketed event, Rusted Root, 9 p.m. to 1 a.m.; S.T.O.R.M., 9 p.m. to 1 a.m.; DJ Davie, 10 p.m. to 2 a.m.

Aug. 23: Opposite Directions, 5-9 p.m.; S.T.O.R.M., 9 p.m. to 1 a.m.; DJ Mike T, 10 p.m. to 2 a.m.

Aug. 24: Full Circle Duo, 5-9 p.m.; S.T.O.R.M., 9 p.m. to 1 a.m.; DJ Mike T, 10 p.m. to 2 a.m.

Aug. 25: Rew Smith, 5-9 p.m.; Nine Mile Roots, 9 p.m. to 1 a.m.; Go Go Gadjet, 10 p.m. to 2 a.m.

SHENANIGAN’S Fourth Street and the Boardwalk in the Shoreham Hotel 410-289-7181 www.ocshenanigans.com Aug. 19-20: Marty McKernan, 9 p.m. to 1 a.m.

Aug. 24: Bad Since Breakfast, 9:30 p.m to 1 a.m.

SKYE RAW BAR & GRILLE 66th Street, bayside Ocean City

410-723-6762 www.skyebaroc.com Aug. 20: The Stims, 4-8 p.m.

Aug. 21: Bryan O’Boyle, 4-8 p.m.

SUNSET PARK South Philadelphia Avenue Ocean City 410-250-0125 www.ococean.com/events Aug. 25: Free Concert w/Sir Rod, 7-9 p.m.

THE COVE AT OCEAN PINES YACHT CLUB 1 Mumford’s Landing Road Ocean Pines 410-641-7501 www.oceanpines.org Aug. 19: Full Circle, 6 p.m.

Aug. 20: Over Time, 6 p.m.

Aug. 21: Suzette Pritchett, 6 p.m.

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FACE PAINTING Aiden Mather, 8, of Berlin, gets his face painted by Lollipop the Clown during the Ocean City LifeSaving Station Museum’s Children’s Day on the Bay at Sunset Park, Aug. 7.

TOUCH OF ITALY 67th Street and Coastal Highway, in the Holiday Inn Oceanfront Ocean City 302-703-3090 Aug. 23: Piano Bar w/Bryan Russo, 9 p.m.

WHISKER’S BAR & GRILL 11070 Cathell Road, Suite 17 Pines Plaza, Ocean Pines 443-365-2576 www.whiskersbar.com Aug. 19: Karaoke w/Donnie Berkey, 10 p.m. to 2 a.m.

CHEESE! The Worcester County State Fair, held last weekend at Byrd Park in Snow Hill, includes an extensive petting zoo with goats, pigs and sheep, as well as displays of chickens and rabbits.

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Sights like these were an even more common occurrence on the Boardwalk, July 31, as hundreds of people scoured the boards in search of elusive cartoon animals. A Pokémon-themed 5K took place that day, which led to more Pokémon-attracting items being used on the Pokéstop-dense Boardwalk.

OC recognized as one of top Pokéstops by tourism office

By Brian Gilliland Associate Editor (Aug. 19, 2016) The summer of Pokémon Go continues as the Maryland Office of Tourism has released a list of the top spots to play, with Ocean City in that lineup.

“The list isn’t in a particular order, but the Inner Harbor is first and Ocean City is second because they’re the ones with the most places,” said Trevor Leach, who authored the piece with Jim Meyer.

Leach said the tourism office contacted its various representatives throughout the state, looking for the most popular places within the counties or are destinations unto themselves.

Ocean City got its own heading, while neighboring Wicomico County is taken as a whole, for example.

The resort’s local contact is Tourism and Marketing Director Donna Abbott.

“We quickly realized the excitement being generated by the Pokémon Go app. Our agency, MGH, created a landing page for the tourism website to provide tips on some locations and events where Pokémon trainers could hunt,” Abbott said. “The Maryland Office of Tourism Development requested information from us, as well as all jurisdictions in the state, and we were happy to submit our information to be part of their promotion.”

The town’s official Pokésite is www.ococean.com/pokemon-go.

Taking the attention — Leach said the article is currently the most viewed on the site — and running with it, are local businesses, organizations and event planners.

“It is fantastic for Ocean City to be recognized by the state as a great place for this new phenomenon that seems to be gaining popularity by the day,” Melanie Pursel, director of the chamber of commerce, said. “We have such a fun, family-friendly backdrop for people to explore, from the beach and Boardwalk, to our parks, amusements, special events, watersports and more. The town has done a great job organizing all of these unique and exciting places to play.”

The Ocean City Recreation and Parks Department has scheduled an event today, Aug. 19, from 9 a.m. until noon at Northside Park on 125th Street for Pokémon catching, along with kickball, other games and snowballs. The cost is $15 for Ocean City resident and $18 for non-residents. It is open to children ages 9-14.

For more information, contact Michael Grogan or Gloria Murphy at 410-250-0125.

Private events have also started to capitalize on the game’s popularity. On July 31, Jeff Murphy organized a 5K walk along the Boardwalk to raise money to fight childhood obesity, and to take advantage of the dozens of Pokéstops downtown.

“I’m fairly certain we had between 250-300 participants,” he said, which doesn’t take into account the numbers of people playing on their own.

Murphy said he raised about $1,600 for the Alliance for a Healthier Generation, and is planning another event in Ocean City in September.

“Charity is always going to be a part [of it],” Murphy said.

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Tournament benefits Breast Cancer Research Foundation

By Kara Hallissey Staff Writer (Aug. 19, 2016) The Manklin Meadows Racquet Sports Complex in Ocean Pines is hosting a tennis, pickleball and platform tennis tournament on Friday, Aug. 26, benefiting the Breast Cancer Research Foundation.

The deadline to sign up for the competitions, sponsored by Ocean Pines Racquet Sports, is Tuesday, Aug 23 at 3 p.m. The cost is $10 to participate.

Participants have the option to play tennis, pickleball and platform tennis during each of the three, 40-minute rounds.

“They can play all three, two, or stick with one,” said June Freeman, co-chair of the event with Andrea Watkins and Geri Fasulo. “They have the choice of what to play each round. It is pretty cool.

Some have never played a different sport and get to try it out.”

The day begins with check-ins and breakfast taking place from 8:30-9:15 a.m. followed by a group photo and more than two hours of play from 9:3011:45 p.m. The light breakfast includes fruit, granola bars, doughnuts, bagels and orange juice.

“There are three different sports going on,” Freeman said. “It is free play and the $10 covers lunch. We will have a donation box during registration in the morning and ask people to donate whatever they want. We have gotten $300 to $5. It is important to us and every little bit counts, even if you don’t play.”

At noon, lunch will take place along with drawings for prizes and continued play.

Maryland Safe Boating Course offered Aug. 27

(Aug. 19, 2016) Due to the interest of many boaters who wish to attend the state mandated Recreational Safe Boating Course but cannot attend during the standard three 6-9 p.m. week night sessions, the USCG Auxiliary will conduct a special, one day, Safe Boating Class on Saturday, Aug. 27.

Course will be held at the library in Ocean City on 100th Street from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. This course meets the requirements of the Maryland Boating Safety Education Act that requires anyone born after July 1, 1972 to possess a Maryland Basic Boating Safety Certificate to operate a boat in the state. Those attending and passing will receive a Maryland Boating Certificate.

Besides the Maryland boating regulations, learn about safely navigating and piloting local Ocean City waters, basic nautical knots, trailering a boat, safety equipment and maintenance.

Cost for the course is $15 and includes all materials. To register, or for more information, contact Barry Cohen at 410-9354807 or email CGAUXOC@Gmail.com.

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Lunch includes Subway sandwiches such as roast beef, veggie, turkey and tuna with homemade pasta salad, coleslaw, salad and desserts.

There is a smorgasbord of prizes from gift certificates to local restaurants, signature mugs, towels, sports gifts, tennis and pickleballs, wine, a bracelet and boxes of candy from Wockenfuss.

Freeman was diagnosed with a rare form of cancer 10 years ago and has personally seen how research dollars find cures to keep people alive.

“Without fundraisers so many more people would be dead,” Freeman said.

“We are right on the edge [for cures] and without money for fundraising, we won’t get there. I don’t think there is someone who hasn’t been affected by cancer. It effects all of us.”

The Breast Cancer Research Foundation is a nonprofit organization committed to achieving prevention and a cure for breast cancer. It provides critical funding for cancer research worldwide to fuel advances in tumor biology, genetics, prevention, treatment, metastasis and survivorship.

To participate and register for the event, email kmcfadden@oceanpines.org, call 410641-7228 or stop by 11443 Manklin Creek Road in Ocean Pines to pay $10 cash or give a check made out to O.P.T.C. The rain date is Saturday, Aug. 27.

Every Saturday in Ocean Pines from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Ocean Pines Farmers’ Market, the Kiwanis Club of Greater Ocean Pines-Ocean City sells Duck Race entries to raise funds for its youth programs for local children.

Entries are $5 per duck or get three for a $10 donation for the chance to win cash prizes of $1,000, $300 and $200. Call Kiwanis Duck Race Chair Dick Clagett at 301-788-1517 for tickets or information. The race will take place at the Lazy River Pool in Frontier Town on Friday Aug. 26 at 6 p.m.

Preceding the race, at 5 p.m., there will be a picnic prepared and catered

by Monty Jones of The Lazy River Saloon in Frontier Town. Seating is limited to 100 guests. The cost is $12 per person. To reserve a seat, call Ron Graybill at 410-208-9208.

Scholarships Perdue Farms, through the Franklin P. and Arthur W. Perdue Foundation, has awarded $70,000 in scholarships to 14 children of Perdue associates and independent contract farmers.

Two local students received scholarships.

Owen Dennis, son of Kent Dennis of Willards, and Elizabeth Bell of Bishopville, will attend the Massachusetts Institute of Technology to pursue a degree in engineering. He enjoys the areas of science, technology, engineer-

ing and mathematics (STEM) and feels these disciplines make the world a better place.

Erin Smith, daughter of Dean and Robin Smith of Bishopville, will attend Christopher Newport University to pursue a degree in radiation. She plans to complete a medical degree in radiology and help in the accurate diagnosis of patient illnesses.

The Foundation, the charitable giving arm of Perdue Farms, awarded each student a $5,000 scholarship.

The Foundation was established in 1957 by company founder Arthur W. Perdue and is funded through the estates of Arthur W. Perdue and Frank Perdue. The Foundation has awarded scholarships to children of its associates and independent farm family partners every year since 1983.

Tickets available Star Charities is selling tickets for its Friday, Sept. 16, V.I.P. Social to be held in the Ocean Pines Community Center. Doors open at 4 p.m. The event benefits Maryland Wounded Soldiers. Tickets cost $20 and can be purchased by calling Barbara Peletier at 443-896-4914 or Anna Foultz at 410-641-7667. Food will be provided

by Carrabba’s Italian Grill with live entertainment by Sharon Sorrentino and Paul Mazzei, and music by D.J. Rupper.

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Paddle on Pocomoke River to benefit Worcester GOLD

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By Brian Gilliland Associate Editor (Aug. 19, 2016) Worcester GOLD, a nonprofit dedicated to helping county families make ends meet, will be holding an evening paddle on the Pocomoke River on Saturday as a new fundraiser.

The paddle will be held at the Pocomoke River Canoe Company, just off River Street in Snow Hill, and is scheduled to begin at 5 p.m. Saturday and end at 8 p.m.

“This is the first time for this event, but I do hope it becomes annual,” Claire Otterbein, executive director, said. “Our mission is to provide services to low-income families like food, prescription medication, help for those facing eviction, transportation or things like utility bills.”

Last year, except for delivered goods like prepackaged food that is donated, Worcester GOLD spent about $47,000 helping local families, Otterbein said.

The paddle joins other Worcester GOLD fundraisers, but using the town’s location and star attraction — the Pocomoke River — is a new endeavor for Otterbein.

“We use space at the Department of Social Services,” she said, adding there are many benefits to the arrangement.

Not only does DSS provide the space for Worcester GOLD to operate, thereby freeing up the money for a mortgage or

rent for use by families, but the location also overlooks the river, providing the inspiration for the event.

Otterbein said there are two choices for the early evening paddle: the jaunt and the expedition.

The jaunt is a 60-minute guided paddle in canoe or kayak headed south from the drawbridge down to Goat Island and back. The expedition is also a guided paddle, but heads northward and should take about 90 minutes to complete.

Back on dry land, a cookout-style dinner will be served featuring hamburgers, hot dogs, vegetarian options and desserts.

Attendees of age are issued two premium drink tickets with admission and Frank Nanna and son will perform live music.

All guests will receive entries into two raffles: one for an overnight stay for two at Snow Hill’s River House Inn, including a canoe trip and lunch, and the second for a basket of goodies for an outdoors enthusiast, including an Assateague Island National Seashore pass, picnic ware, beach towels and a yoga mat.

There will also be a 50-50, Otterbein said.

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FLAG DAY CELEBRATION Ocean City Elks Lodge #2645 celebrated Flag Day on June 18. The history of the flags of the United States was read as members of Boy Scout Troop #225 carried the flags as they were described. The Elks petitioned the Congress to designate a special day as Flag Day and June 14 was selected.

‘ARTISTS PAINT OC’ The colorful kiddie rides attract artist Christopher Best during Sunday’s Quick Draw competition, sponsored by the Ocean City Development Corporation and the Art League of Ocean City. The event was part of the annual “Artists Paint OC.”

ART LESSON Rachael Moore watches artist Duane Sabiston paint a Boardwalk scene during the Quick Draw competition, sponsored by the Ocean City Development Corporation and the Art League of Ocean City, on the boards, Sunday. Thirty-three artists created paintings within two hours.

MURRELL RECOGNIZED Lt. Andrew Murrell, right, completed Specialized Undergraduate Pilot Training at Columbus Air Force Base, Columbus, Mississippi, in May. During the previous 1.5 years of instruction, he flew the T-6 Texan turboprop trainer before tracking to the T-38 Talon jet trainer. During the Wings presentation ceremony, he was awarded the Commander’s Trophy by Major General Richard Perraut as the top class graduate. Upon completion of a two-month summer program in Introduction to Fighter Fundamentals in Texas and later, survival training in Washington State, Murrell will report to DavisMonthan AFB in Tucson, Arizona where he will train to fly the A-10 Thunderbolt II (Warthog). Murrell is from Ocean City and is a 2010 graduate of Stephen Decatur High School and a 2014 graduate of the United States Air Force Academy.

CELEBRATION Mr. and Mrs. Clifton H. Dennis, Sr. and Bishop and First Lady J.J. Green, Sr., announce the engagement of their daughter, and son, Ms. Felicia J. Dennis and Mr. James J. Green, Jr. A celebration will be held on Saturday, Aug. 20 at 2 p.m. at the Delmarva Evangelistic Church, 408 Gordy Road in Salisbury.

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Paddling event GOLD fundraiser Continued from Page 64 those who wish to skip the paddle portion can pay $25. Participants who already have their own boats will also be charged just $25.

Preregistration through www.worcestergold.org is requested but not required. However, the rental boats will be distributed to those who have preregistered first, then it’s first come, first served.

Along with emergency assistance, GOLD offers several special projects throughout the year including the Spring Basket Project, School Supplies for Students Project and Helping Hands for the Holidays. These special projects provide services for hundreds of children and vulnerable adults each year.

For more information, call Otterbein at 410-677-6830.

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Lower adoption fee for shelter cats Worcester County Humane Society’s ‘Summer Feline Fling’ runs until Sept. 30 (Aug. 19, 2016) With kitten season in full swing, Worcester County Humane Society is offering a lower adoption fee for cats of all ages at the shelter during the “Summer Feline Fling” event.

From now until Sept. 30, the cat adoption fees will be just $30. In addition, the shelter is offering adoption of a second cat at no additional cost. The discounted adoption fee includes spay/neuter, immunizations, microchip, FELV/FIV testing and deworming. Adoptions are based on application approval.

“There is no better time than now to adopt from the shelter as it is currently filled to capacity with cats

and kittens,” said Jessica Summers, WCHS adoption coordinator. “We currently have over 150 cats of all ages at the shelter and more coming in almost daily. So far, we’ve already had over 50 kittens turned in and we still have a long way to go before kitten season is over.”

The shelter also has a senior to senior program where any person over the age of 65 adopting a cat over the age of 8 will have their adoption fee waived.

Worcester County Humane Society urges all pet owners to spay/neuter their pets. The shelter currently does not have a low cost spay/neuter clinic but is working toward that.

There are several low cost clinics and organizations in the area that are willing to help: Worcester County Animal Control, 410-632-

1340; Humane Society of Wicomico County, 410-749-7603; Snip Tuck, 410-943-4050; Delaware SPCA, 302-856-6361; and SNAP, Inc., 410885-5783.

The Worcester County Humane Society is a private, nonprofit, nokill animal shelter located on Eagle’s Nest Road just off Stephen Decatur Highway. The shelter is open 11a.m. to 5 p.m. on Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday; and 11a.m. to 7 p.m. on Tuesday and Friday. The shelter is closed on Mondays.

For more information on available pets or questions about adoption, visit the shelter website, www.worcestercountyhumanesociety.org, or call 410-213-0146. Follow the shelter on Facebook and Instagram for event updates and available pets.

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Tommy Vach, of the Ocean City Surf Club, was the guest speaker during the weekly Wednesday morning meeting of the Kiwanis Club of Greater Ocean Pines-Ocean City on June 29. The Ocean City Surf Club was formed to celebrate the ocean community, its heritage and future. Pictured, from left, are Kiwanis Club Speakers and Programs Chair J. Graham Caldwell, Vach and Kiwanis Club President Mark Joseph.

During their annual Red, White and Blue Luncheon, in June, the Republican Women of Worcester County honored three women, who in 1984, as charter members, were instrumental in forming the RWWC that exists today. Along with Del. Charles Otto and Del. Mary Beth Carozza, were the honorees, Margaret Reykemper, Margaret Smith Grant and Margaret Hudson and RWWC President Beverly Bigler. Each lady was presented with a certificate, honoring their service and a gold and silver American Eagle pin.

ART ON DISPLAY Donovan Spells, left, who was visiting from Plano, Texas, entered two photographs into the "Week in the Life of Ocean City" photo contest show at the Ocean City Center for the Arts on 94th Street.

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SCHOLARSHIPS DONATION American Legion Synepuxent Post 166 recently donated $2,000 to The Atlantic Club in West Ocean City. Pictured, from left, are American Legion Post Commander Sarge Garlitz, Charles R. "Buddy" Jenkins, and 2nd Vice Commander Bo Spicer.

Sandy Tarus, treasurer of Ravens Roost #44, presented college scholarships to seven local graduating high school seniors last month. Ravens Roost #44 to date has awarded over $140,000 in scholarships, primarily derived from the annual golf tournament held at the Ocean Pines Golf and Country Club. Pictured, from left, are Donna Chaplinski, Roost president; from Indian River High School - Emma Engel (University of Maryland) and Brooke Beam (University of Richmond); from Stephen Decatur HS - Allison Shumate (Salisbury University) and Logan Romberger (University of Virginia); from Worcester Preparatory School - Julia Dâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Antonio (Savannah College of Art & Design); Hannah Nechay (Queens University of Charlotte); and Tanus.

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Worcester County girls, from left, Kaliyah Creasy, Sauna Vick and Annabel Felder, meet up to take a picture last weekend during the National American Miss Maryland Pageant in Virginia.

Girls enjoy participating in pageant, making new friends

By Kara Hallissey Staff Writer (Aug. 19, 2016) Although Sauna Vick, 10, Kaliyah Creasy, 6, and Annabel Felder, 5, did not place in the National American Miss Maryland Pageant last weekend at the Hyatt in Reston, Virginia, they did meet new friends and gained invaluable experience.

“The most favorite part was meeting new friends,” Vick said.

Vick has been talking on the phone with friends she met at the pageant and looks forward to being invited back next year. She participated in the Junior Pre-Teen age division.

“It was a great experience to get her

first taste of pageants,” Natalia Vick, Sauna’s mother, said. “The parents and girls were wonderful. It was a beautiful area. We want to thank our friends and family for the support.”

Vick, of West Ocean City, and sisters, Creasy and Felder, of Berlin, made sure to find each other at the pageant and take a picture together.

“It was a very cool experience. They met a lot of kids, and it’s good to get your children involved,” said Chelsea Creasy, the mother of Creasy and Felder.

All of the girls in the Princess age division received trophies and Felder won best personality.

Erin Smith awarded $5,000 scholarship from foundation (Aug. 19, 2016) Erin Smith, daughter of Dean and Robin Smith of Bishopville, was awarded a $5,000 scholarship from the Franklin P. and Arthur W. Perdue Foundation, the charitable giving arm of Perdue Farms.

She received one of 15 scholarships given Erin Smith this year to children of Perdue employees and independent contract farmers. Winners were selected based on academic achievement, extracurricular activities and community involvement.

Smith, whose father is a Perdue producer, will attend Christopher Newport University to pursue a degree in radiation. She graduated from Stephen Decatur High School with and earned an unweighted grade

point average of 4.0.

Active at school and in the community, she received the national Presidential Service Award, the WEXL Award and the Minds in Motion Award, and the Principal’s Award and Coaches Award. She received varsity letters in soccer, lacrosse basketball and softball. She has volunteered for the Appalachian Service Project, at Stephen Decatur High School as a student aide, and the Special Olympics.

Smith plans to complete medical school and become a radiologist. She recognizes the important role radiologists play in the medical field in interpreting medical images such as X-rays, CT scans, ultrasounds, and MRIs. “Understanding and reading these images can help diagnose and treat patients,” she said. “[They] need to read the images correctly because a patient’s life may be at stake.”

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Ben Jolley, Evan Haas honored as new Eagle Scouts

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Scouts Evan Haas and Benjamin Jolley from Troop #225 were honored during their Eagle Scout Ceremony held at Ocean City Elks Lodge #2645 on July 31. Pictured, from left, are former Scoutmaster John Savage, Haas, Assistant Scoutmaster Jeff Sauer, Jolley and current Scoutmaster Matt Norman.

(Aug. 19, 2016) Two scouts from Troop #225 were honored during their Eagle Scout Ceremony held at Ocean City Elks Lodge #2645 on July 31.

OC Elks Lodge sponsors Troop #225 and is very proud of this troop who has produced at least 30 Eagle Scouts to date.

Evan Haas built 13 wood duck boxes and installed them along the Pocomoke River in the State Park for his Eagle Scout Project. Each box was 3 feet long and 1 foot wide and mounted on an 8-foot post. This was a winter project of three months and the boxes were placed in early spring.

For his Eagle Scout Project, Benjamin Jolley built 30 Smart Phone Microscopes and donated them to Berlin Intermediate School. This was a great gift to the school since there was not sufficient funds to purchase these items. It took Jolley about two weeks to build them.

Sen. James Mathiasâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; representative presented a proclamation to both Eagle Scouts signed by Sen. Mathias and President of the Senate, Mike Miller.

Haas and Jolley graduated from Stephen Decatur High School in Berlin, in June. They will both be attending University of Maryland College Park in the fall.

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■ BOURBON STREET ON THE BEACH, 116th Street & Coastal Hwy., (Behind Fountain Head Towers Condominium), Ocean City 443-664-2896 / www.bourbonstreetonthebeach.com / $$-$$$ / VMC-AE-DIS / Reservations recommended for large parties / Children’s menu/ Full bar / Eastern Shore fare with a New Orleans Flare. Seafood, Steaks & Pasta dishes—Specializing in Jambalaya, Creole, & Gumbo. Home of the Ragin’ Cajun Bloody Mary. Happy Hour 4-7 p.m. Weekly entertainment.

■ CAPTAIN’S TABLE RESTAURANT, 15th Street and the Boardwalk, Ocean City 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 / www.claddaghontheshore.com / $-$$ / V-MC-AEDIS / Reservations accepted / Children’s menu / Full bar / Casual dining in a relaxed atmosphere specializing in steaks and seafood. Open for breakfast on Saturday and Sunday, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Lunch and dinner Thursday through Sunday. Take out available.

■ COCONUTS BEACH BAR AND GRILL, Castle in the Sand Hotel, 37th St & the Beach, Ocean City 800-552-7263 / www.castleinthesand.com / $-$$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Full bar / Beachfront, open-air dining in a tropical setting. Serving grilled sandwiches, specialty salads, appetizers, wraps, tacos, frozen drinks, beer and wine. Live entertainment, daily, May 5 through Sept. 25. Happy Hour daily, 5-6 p.m., 2-for-1 drink specials. Waitress service on the beach Memorial Day thru Labor Day. Open daily, 11 a.m. to 11 p.m., weather permitting.

■ COINS, 28th Street and Coastal Highway, Ocean City 410-524 3100 / www.coinspub.com / $-$$ / V-MC-DIS / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Full bar/ Open 7 days a week, 11 a.m. Casual dining atmosphere for families. Crab cakes, hand-cut steaks, fresh seafood. Everything home-made. Happy hour 3-6 p.m., 6 days a week and early bird 4-6 p.m., daily specials. Closed Mondays.

■ THE COTTAGE CAFE, Route 1 (across from Sea Colony), Bethany Beach, Del. 302-539-8710 / 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 / Coastal cuisine. Serving lunch, dinner and Sunday brunch. Open Thursday at 4 p.m. for dinner. Open Friday-Sunday at 11 a.m. for lunch and dinner. Sunday, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. for brunch buffet. Friday and/or Saturday, live entertainment. Sunday brunch buffet, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Happy Hour Thurs-

day-Sunday, 4-7 p.m.

■ THE CRAB BAG, 130th Street, bayside, Ocean City 410-250-3337 / www.thecrabbag.com / $-$$ / V-MC-AE / No reservations required / Full bar / Dine in and carryout.

Open 7 Days a week, 11 am til late night. Hot steamed crabs, world famous fried chicken, ribs, burgers, barbecue, pasta, seafood, steaks, sandwiches and more. Lunch and weekly carry-out and dinner specials. Happy hour at the beach with drink and food specials.

■ DOUGH ROLLER, 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 more than 35 years. Great kid’s menu.

Dayton’s Fried Chicken available at South Division, 41st and 70th streets. Breakfast served daily at 3rd, 41st and 70th streets. Order online for carryout at both Coastal Highway 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 and American cuisine. Appetizers, soups, salads, sandwiches, steaks and seafood. Second Season & Daily Dinner Specials. Saturday and Sunday, 9 a.m., serving breakfast, lunch and dinner; Monday through Friday, 11 a.m. to 2 a.m. Dine In, Carry Out. Happy Hour, daily, noon to 6 pm.

■ 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 is located in a premier outdoor beach location on the bay with the best sunsets. Come for the local fare. We offer lunch and dinner with happy hour food and drink specials. Kids play area too.

So sit back and enjoy.

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

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

■ GENERAL’S KITCHEN, 66th Street (under The Skye Bar), Ocean City 410-723-0477 / $-$$ / VMC-DIS / No reservations required / Open Thursday-Monday, 6:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Breakfast, House Specialty and The Original House of Creamed Chipped Beef, made from scratch. Juice, cereal, waffles, eggs, corned beef, hash browns, pancakes, bacon, sausage and more.

■ GROTTO PIZZA, 125th Street and Coastal Highway, Ocean City 410-250-12347 / www.grottopizza.com / $-$$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Full Bar / Serving lunch and dinner. Open 7 days. Grotto Pizza is a family casual dining restaurant that specializes in award winning pizza and hospitality. The full menu includes pizza, pasta, sandwiches, subs, appetizers, salads, beer, wine, cocktails and Grotto Gelato. Takeout available.

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

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

Open year-round.

■ HEMINGWAY’S AT THE CORAL REEF, 17th Street, in the Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites, Ocean City 410-289-2612 / www.ocmdhotels.com/hemingways / $$$ / V-MCAE-DIS / Reservations accepted / Children’s menu / Full bar / Elegant dining room, Floridian/island-

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■ HIGGINS CRAB HOUSE, 31st Street, Ocean City, 410-289-2581 / $-$$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Full bar / Known for all-you-can-eat crabs, crab legs, fried chicken, steamed shrimp, and baby back ribs.

■ 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 / Serving beach-inspired dishes in both our oceanfront restaurants, Horizons and Breakers Pub. All-day menu, available 11:30 a.m. to 11 p.m.

Deluxe Sunday breakfast buffet open year-round and AUCE prime rib, crab legs and seafood buffet available most weekends.

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

■ KY WEST BAR & RESTAURANT, 5401 Coastal Highway, Ocean City 443-664-2836 / www.kywestoceancity.com / $$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / Reservations accepted / Children’s menu / Full bar / Our experienced chefs deliver the finest in cuisine nightly.

OC’s best veal chop, the freshest seafood and great pasta dishes. Ky West offers fine dining and a beautiful bar described as New York funky chic.

Providing excellent food and 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 / Serving lunch and dinner. Lite fare to dinner entrees offering a variety of burgers, paninis, sandwiches and salads. The "veggies" menu features wrinkled green beans. Signature house libiations and signature entrees made with 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 / Children’s menu / Full bar / Macky’s is a rustic, open-air, waterfront, 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.

■ MIONE’S PIZZA & ITAILIAN RESTURANT, Route 50 (Tanger Outlets), West Ocean City 410213-2231 / www.mionesoc.com / $ / V-MC-AE-DIS / Beer, wine / Open 7 days a week, 11 a.m. Come and enjoy family New York style pizza, subs and pasta. Daily lunch and dinner specials. Eat in or carry out. 67th Street (Town Center), Ocean City 443-664-6635 / Beer, wine / Open 7 days a week at 11 a.m. Come and enjoy family New York style pizza, subs and pasta. Daily lunch and dinner specials. Eat in or carry out.

■ MY THAI OC, 138th Street, Bayside Plaza, 13727 Coastal Highway, Ocean City 410-2509918 / www.mythaioc.webs.com / $ / V-MC-Dis / Authentic Thai food served from 11 a.m. till 9:30 p.m. Lunch special daily from 11 a.m. till 3 p.m.

Free parking for customers. Eat in or take out. Vegetarian options also.

■ NICK’S HOUSE OF RIBS, 144th Street & Coastal Highway, Ocean City 410-250-1984 / www.nickshouseofribs.com / $$/ V-MC-AE-DIS / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Full bar / Casual, family friendly with upscale atmosphere. Extensive menu from our famous baby back ribs, fresh seafood, black angus steaks.

Open Monday through Friday, 4 p.m.; Saturday and Sunday, noon.

■ OC WASABI, 33rd Street Plaza, Coastal Highway, Ocean City 410-524-7337 / www.ocwasabi.com/ $$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / No reservations required / Full bar / OC’s freshest sushi and sashimi and Japanese cuisine. Open 7 days a week, noon to 11 p.m.

■ P.G.N. CRABHOUSE, 29th Street, Ocean City 410-289-8380 / $ / 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 and carry out. Early Bird Menu when seated before 5 p.m. All-you-can-eat buffet. Voted OC’s Best Buffet. Featuring more than 75 items including snow crab legs, carving station, made-to-order pasta, handmade crab cakes and 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, year-round. Every Monday and Tuesday, two-piece chicken for 99 cents. Every Wednesday,

free kids meal with purchase of combo.

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

■ ROPEWALK - A FENWICK ISLAND OYSTER HOUSE, 700 Coastal Highway, Fenwick Island, Del. 302-581-0153 / $$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / Reservations accepted except 6-9 p.m. / Children’s menu / Full bar / Family restaurant. Takeout available except between 6-9 p.m. Lunch and dinner served.

Family friendly dining with a rotating oyster list and seafood creations paired with fresh fruit crushes and craft beer menu.

■ 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.

■ SHENANIGAN’S IRISH PUB, Fourth Street and the Boardwalk, in the Shoreham Hotel, Ocean City 410-289-7181 / www.ocshenanigans.com / $-$$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Full bar / Oceanfront dining.

Enjoy great food and delicious libations while enjoying the boardwalk’s sights and sounds. Irish music or dueling pianos top off the evening.

■ SICULI RUSTIC ITALIAN KITCHEN, 104 N. Main St., Berlin 410-629-0550 / FB-Siculi Italian Kitchen / $$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / No reservations required / Full Bar / Family friendly. Open for lunch and dinner, 11 a.m.; Sunday brunch, 10:30 a.m. Locally sourced, freshly prepared. Brick oven pizza, steaks, seafood, chicken and veal selections. Daily lunch, happy hour and dinner specials.

■ SKYE RAW BAR & GRILLE, 66th Street, Ocean City 410-723-6762 / www.skyebaroc.com / $$$$$ / V-M-AE-DIS / Reservations accepted / Full bar / Lunch, dinner, raw bar or lite fare, at the top of 66th Street and Coastal Highway. Happy hour, 3-6 p.m. with food and drink specials.

■ THE BIG EASY ON 60, 5909 Coastal Highway, Ocean City 410-524-2305 / www.thebigeasyon60.com / $-$$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / Reservations accepted / Children’s menu / Full Bar / New Orleans style restaurant with an amazing patio and great atmosphere. Open 7 days, 11 a.m. to midnight. Happy Hour, every day, 2-6 p.m. for the entire restaurant. Come try our traditional Louisiana dishes from outstanding starters, unique entrees, to awesome desserts along with extraordinary hospitality.

■ TOKYO SEAFOOD BUFFET, 131st Street (formerly JR’S North), Ocean City 410-390-5939 / www.tokyoseafoodbuffetmd.com / $$ / V-MC-AE/ No reservations required / Full bar/ OC’s largest seafood, all-you-can-eat buffet featuring soups, raw sushi and sashimi, steamed and baked seafood along with classic Chinese entrees and many classic desserts and fruits. Friday through Sunday buffet features hot steamed snow crab legs. Open 7 days a week, 3:30-10 p.m.

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

■ VICTORIAN ROOM RESTAURANT, Dunes Manor Hotel, OCEANFRONT at 28th and Baltimore Ave, Ocean City 410-289-1100 / www.dunesmanor.com / $$ - $$$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / Reservations not required but recommended / Full Bar / Children’s menu / Open year round. Oceanfront dining atmosphere with local, farm to table/sea to table cuisine. Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner daily 7:30am to 9:00pm (Fri & Sat to 10pm). Also Zippy Lewis Lounge with happy hour from 4-7p.m., featuring Craft Beer selections and appetizer menu; Milton’s Out Door Cafe; and the Barefoot Beach Bar in season.

■ VINNY’S PIZZA & ITALIAN GRILL, 25th Street and Philadelphia Avenue, Ocean City 410-3903713 / www.vinnyspizzaanditaliangrill.com / $ / V-MC-DIS / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Beer, wine / Serving lunch and dinner. Italian food featuring subs and fabulous authentic Italian entrees. Hand tossed pizzas. Family friendly, eat in and carry out.

■ WHISKERS PUB, 120th Street, OC Square, Ocean City 410-524-2609 / www.whiskerspub.com / $ / V-MC-AE-DIS / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Full bar / Certified Angus®burgers and casual fare. Call for hours.

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Evening of chamber music at Berlin church Elena Urioste, Benjamin Beilman, Matthew Lipman, Nicholas Canellakis perform

(Aug. 19, 2016) Rackliffe House Trust will present an evening of chamber music in Berlin on Friday, Aug. 26 at 7 p.m.

The concert at Buckingham Presbyterian Church in downtown Berlin will feature internationally acclaimed musicians Elena Urioste (violin), Benjamin Beilman (violin), Matthew Lipman (viola) and Nicholas Canellakis (cello), performing a program of classical chamber music with an American theme.

Tickets cost $20 for adults and $10 for children under 12, and are on sale online at www.rackliffehouse.org, and at The Atlantic Hotel in Berlin, Dazzle in Ocean Pines and Dunes Manor on 28th Street in Ocean City. Proceeds from ticket sales will benefit the continued restoration and community program development of historic Rackliffe Plantation House near Assateague Island.

“We are delighted to partner with violinist Elena Urioste, who has family roots here, and her colleagues to create a special evening of chamber music for the community,” said Carolyn Cummins, president of the Rackliffe House Trust. “Chamber music is

an up-close and personal music experience, and we are thrilled to be able to share the evening with our Eastern Shore neighbors and guests.”

“It has long been a dream of mine to bring a chamber music series to Berlin, Maryland, and through this diverse, thoroughly enjoyable program, we look forward to beginning a beautifully symbiotic relationship between classical music and the people of Berlin,” Urioste said. “At the same time, we are delighted to come together in support of Rackliffe House and its mission to show-and-tell the history of colonial Eastern Shore life.

When various art forms converge the impact of each is made even greater, and we are so excited to share our art form with such an historic, charming place.”

The Friday evening public concert will be preceded by a donor event on Wednesday, Aug. 24 at the Isle of Wight Bay home of Kathy and Mark Clark. Urioste and Canellakis will play a program of violin/cello duos. A champagne and dessert reception will provide patrons with the opportunity to meet and converse with the musicians and fellow attendees. A limited supply of 60 tickets ($100 each) are available at www.rackliffehouse.org.

For accomplished young string players, a free master class will be conducted

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cation and time of the class will be determined based on participation. For more information and to register, contact RackliffeHouse@gmail.com.

Rackliffe House is a notable 18th century plantation house overlooking Sinepuxent Bay, recently restored and furnished to tell the story of the early seaside merchant-planters life on Maryland’s Eastern Shore. The Berlin historic home is managed by The Rackliffe House Trust, a private nonprofit foundation, in partnership with the Maryland Department of Natural

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Rackliffe House Chamber Music in Berlin sponsors include Kathy and Mark Clark of Monogram Realty; Taylor Bank; Bank of Ocean City; BSC America; Worcester County Tourism; Worcester County Arts Council; Rebecca and Leighton Moore; Bunting Realty; and Ayres, Jenkins, Gordy and Almand, P.A. Funding for this event is in part provided by the Worcester County Arts Council, Maryland State Arts Council, and the National Endowment for the Arts.

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CHOWING DOWN Children compete in a watermelon-eating contest during the Worcester County State Fair, last Saturday at Byrd Park in Snow Hill. Five-year-old Zooey Davis earned first place and a blue ribbon, with 6-year-old Julian Gilliland coming in second and 7-year-old Robert Davis in third place.

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(Aug. 19, 2016) School supplies are already filling store shelves, and Worcester County GOLD’s annual School Supplies for Students project has begun.

The program seeks to ensure that every student in Worcester County has a backpack filled with the necessities on the first day of school. Last year the program provided backpacks and supplies for 460 children from low-income families in Worcester County.

GOLD is seeking community members—individuals, businesses and civic organizations – who are willing to sponsor a child through the program. Sponsors are matched with a specific student and provide a backpack and supplies for him or her. There are students throughout Worcester County, in pre-K through high school needing sponsors.

Those willing to be sponsors are asked to call GOLD at 410-677-6830 or complete the sponsor sign-up form available on the website, www.worcestergold.org.

The list of supplies needed for each school and grade will be provided. Along with sponsors, monetary donations, used to purchase supplies for children who are not matched with a sponsor, are also needed.

The mission of GOLD is to improve the quality of life of local citizens for whom traditional means of well-being support is not fully available.

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

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

FRI, AUG. 19 Bahia Marina, 2107 Herring Way, Ocean City, MD, All Day A ladies-only billfish release tournament benefiting breast cancer research. With added entry levels for tuna and dolphin. There will also be silent auctions, 50/50 tickets, T-shirts for sale and other events to help raise money for this cause. http://www.bahiamarina.com

CAPT. STEVE HARMAN’S POOR GIRLS OPEN

Northside Park, 200 125th St., Ocean City, MD, 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Children, ages 9-14 years, can enjoy Pokémon Go, kickball/yard games and snowballs. Download the app and bring your phone for an active day of catching Pokémon. Cost is $15 for Ocean City residents and $18 for non-residents. Michael Grogan or Gloria Murphy, 410-250-0125

POKÉMON GO EVENT

OCEAN BOWL SKATE PARK’S 40TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION

Ocean Bowl Skate Park, 3rd Street and St. Louis Avenue, Ocean City, MD, 12 to 7 p.m.

Skate free while enjoying live music, skate jam sessions, one trick pony events, door prizes and an Ocean Bowl heritage awards ceremony. http://oceancitymd.gov/ oc/?s=ocean+bowl Germantown Heritage School, 10223 Trappe Road, Berlin, MD, 5 p.m. Enjoy concert, food and fellowship. All singing groups and pray bands welcome to participate. Contact the church at 410-6412058 or Geraldine Rhock, 410-251-6424

SON’S OF THUNDER IN CONCERT

Columbus Hall (behind St. Luke’s Church), 9901 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, MD, 6:30 p.m. Doors open at 5 p.m. and games begin at 6:30 p.m. Refreshments for sale. 410-524-7994

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Bahia Marina, 2107 Herring Way, Ocean City, MD, All Day A ladies-only billfish release tournament benefiting breast cancer research. With added entry levels for tuna and dolphin. There will also be silent auctions, 50/50 tickets, T-shirts for sale and other events to help raise money for this cause. http://www.bahiamarina.com White Horse Park, 239 Ocean Parkway, Ocean Pines, MD, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Locally grown vegetables and fruits, eggs, honey,

FARMERS MARKET

kettle korn, flowers, artisan breads, seafood, meats and more. New vendors welcome. 410-641-7717, Ext. 3006 VFW, Post 8296, 104 66th St., Ocean City, MD, 8 to 11 a.m. A $6 donation for all-you-can-eat pancakes or 2-2-2, two eggs, two pancakes and two bacon slices.

410-524-8196

PANCAKE BREAKFAST

Tyree A.M.E. Church, 10203 Germantown Road, Berlin, MD, 4 p.m. Join in the preached word with Pastor Glendon Jones and congregation. Food and fellowship. All singing groups and pray bands welcome to participate. Contact the church at 410-641-2058 or Geraldine Rhock, 410-251-6424

CHURCH CAMP MEETING

Pocomoke River Canoe Company, 2 River St., Snow Hill, MD, 5 to 8 p.m. Enjoy the wildlife of the Pocomoke River on guided tours, a cook-out style meal and music by Frank Nanna and son. Adult tickets include two complimentary wines or beers.

All guests receive entries into two raffles.

Watercraft is provided, however guests are welcome to bring their own. Cost is $50 for adult cancers/kayakers and $25 for children 9 and younger and those who wish to skip the paddle. Funds raised will support GOLD’s charitable programs.

Register online or by calling. Claire Otterbein, 410-677-6830, http://www.worcestergold.org

PADDLE THE POCOMOKE FOR G.O.L.D.

SUN, AUG. 21 Atlantic General Hospital, Conference Room 2, 9733 Healthway Drive, Berlin, MD, 12 to 1 p.m. Group shares experience, strength and hope to help others.

Open to the community and to AGH patients. Rob, 443-783-3529

ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS

Northside Park, 200 125th St., Ocean City, MD, 7 to 9 p.m. For a small fee, enjoy your own ice cream sundae creation. Free live entertainment by The Groove Train (disco party) and entertainment for the kids. The evening concludes with a fireworks display at 9 p.m. Picnic baskets, chairs and blankets welcome.

410-289-2800 or 800-626-2326

SUNDAES IN THE PARK AND FIREWORKS

N. Division Street and Beach, Ocean City, MD, 9:30 p.m. Lasers, lights, fireworks, music, special effect and more. Show times: 9:30 p.m., 10 p.m. and 10:30 p.m.

Free event. 800-626-2326, http://ocbeachlights.com

ing classes and a family sand sculpting demonstration. Prizes will be awarded.

410-289-2800 or 800-626-2326, http://www.ocsandfest.com All Hallows Church Parish House, 109 W. Market Street, Snow Hill, MD, 7:30 a.m. Contact agibb1@verizon.net or 410546-1978 for more information.

SNOW HILL ROTARY CLUB MEETING

Ocean Pines library, 11107 Cathell Road, Ocean Pines, MD, 1 to 4 p.m. The University of Maryland Cooperative Extension Service is offering master gardeners to help with gardening questions. Take your bagged samples by to find solutions to your plant problems. 410-208-4014

OC BEACH LIGHTS

ASK A MASTER GARDENER

MON, AUG. 22

KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS CRAB NIGHT

Ocean City beach, N. Division Street to 4th Street, Ocean City, MD, All Day Watch as master champion sand sculptors transform the sand into massive works of art. There will be sand sculpting classes and a family sand sculpting demonstration. Prizes will be awarded.

410-289-2800 or 800-626-2326, http://www.ocsandfest.com

OC SANDFEST

Atlantic General Hospital, conference room 1, 9733 Healthway Drive, Berlin, MD, 5 to 6:30 p.m. Berlin group No. 169.

TOPS is a support and educational group promoting weight loss and healthy lifestyle. It meets weekly. Edna Berkey, 410-251-2083

TAKE OFF POUNDS SENSIBLY MEETING

Ocean Pines Community Center, 239 Ocean Parkway, Ocean Pines, MD, 7 to 9 p.m. The Delmarva Chorus, Sweet Adeline’s, meets each Monday. Women interested in learning the craft of a cappella singing welcome. 410-641-6876

DELMARVA SWEET ADELINE CHORUS

Atlantic General Hospital, Conference Room 1, 9733 Healthway Drive, Berlin, MD, 7 to 8 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. Bett, 410-202-9078

OVEREATERS ANONYMOUS

Columbus Hall, 9901 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, MD, 5 to 7 p.m. Crabs and shrimp ordered between 9 a.m. and 1 p.m. on Mondays and Tuesdays. Platters and other food available without preorder. Cash bar. Every Tuesday through Aug. 30. 410-524-7994 Worcester County Health Center, 9730 Healthway Drive, Berlin, MD, 5:30 to 7 p.m. Berlin group 331. TOPS is a support and educational group promoting weight loss and healthy lifestyle. It meets weekly. jeanduck47@gmail.com

TAKE OFF POUNDS SENSIBLY MEETING

WORCESTER COUNTY WARRIORS AGAINST OPIATE ADDICTION MEETING Ocean Pines library, 11107 Cathell Road, Ocean Pines, MD, 6:30 p.m. Call for more information. Heidi, 302-381-0569

Pocomoke Elks Lodge 1624, 1944 Worcester Highway, Pocomoke City, MD, 7 p.m. Doors open at 6 p.m., early bingo at 7 p.m. and regular games start at 7:30 p.m. Food and non-alcoholic drinks available. Open to the public. 410-957-3556

BINGO

MARYLAND SALTWATER SPORTSFISHING ASSOCIATION MEETING Ocean City Lions Den, 12534 Airport Road, West Ocean City, MD, 7:30 p.m.

Doors open at 7 p.m. Guests are welcome. Guest speaker will be Sen. Jim Mathias. smitty3894@aol.com

OVEREATERS ANONYMOUS

Atlantic General Hospital, Conference Room 1, 9733 Healthway Drive, Berlin, MD, 2:30 to 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. Bett, 410-202-9078

BEACH FIREWORKS

On the Beach at N. Division Street, Ocean City, MD, 10 p.m. Free fireworks display every Monday and Tuesday from July 11 to Aug. 30. Fireworks will be visible along the boardwalk. 800-626-2326, http://www.ocbeachlights.com

BEACH FIREWORKS

St. Matthews By-The-Sea UMC, 1000 Coastal Highway, Fenwick Island, DE, 7 p.m. Featuring “The Veasey Family.” Free and open to the public. A love offering will be taken for the artists. Info: Rita Williams, 302-436-1562 or St. Matthews Church office, 302-537-1402

TUE, AUG. 23

WED, AUG. 24

Ocean City beach, N. Division Street to 4th Street, Ocean City, MD, All Day Watch as master champion sand sculptors transform the sand into massive works of art. There will be sand sculpt-

OC SANDFEST

GOSPEL CONCERT

OC SANDFEST

On the Beach at N. Division Street, Ocean City, MD, 10 p.m. Free fireworks display every Monday and Tuesday from July 11 to Aug. 30. Fireworks will be visible along the boardwalk. 800-626-2326, http://www.ocbeachlights.com

Ocean City beach, N. Division Street to 4th Street, Ocean City, MD, All Day Watch as master champion sand sculptors transform the sand into massive works of art. There will be sand sculpt-

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CALENDAR $1,000. Cost is $5 per duck entry or 3 duck entries for $10. Race takes place on Aug. 26 at Frontier Town Lazy River.

Winner does not have to be present to win. Proceeds benefit the club’s youth programs. Call 301-788-1517, purchase at the Ocean Pines Farmers Market any Saturday from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the White Horse Park or from a member of the Kiwanis Club of Greater Ocean Pines-Ocean City.

ing classes and a family sand sculpting demonstration. Prizes will be awarded.

410-289-2800 or 800-626-2326, http://www.ocsandfest.com

KIWANIS CLUB OF GREATER OCEAN PINES/OCEAN CITY

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

410-641-7330, http://www.kiwanisofopoc.org Elks Lodge, 13708 Sinepuxent Ave., Ocean City, MD, 5:30 to 9 p.m. Jitterbug, swing, cha-cha to the sounds of the ‘50s, ‘60s and Carolina Beach music.

Meets every Wednesday. dance@delmarvahanddancing.com, 302-200-3262, http://delmarvahanddancing.com

DELMARVA HAND DANCE CLUB

OCEAN CITY/BERLIN ROTARY CLUB MEETING

Captain’s Table Restaurant in the Courtyard by Marriott, 2 15th St, Ocean City, MD, 6 p.m. The group meets every Wednesday. kbates@taylorbank.com, 410-641-1700 Ocean City Elks Lodge 2645, 138th Street and Sinepuxent Avenue, Ocean City, MD, 6:30 p.m. Every Wednesday.

Located at the rear of the Fenwick Inn. Doors open at 5 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. 410-250-2645

BINGO

Atlantic General Hospital, conference room 1, 9733 Healthway Drive, Berlin, MD, 7 to 8 p.m. The group gathers the fourth Wednesday of each month. Preregistration is not necessary. Pastoral Care Services, gmansell@atlanticgeneral.org, 410-641-9725

BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT GROUP

St. Paul’s by-the-Sea Episcopal Church, DeWees Hall,, 302 Baltimore Ave., Ocean City, MD, 7 to 9 p.m. A replica of the 12th century original Labyrinth is available for walking with candlelight and sacred music anytime between 7-9 p.m., every Wednesday, through Sept.

28. Wheelchair accessible. Just off the Boardwalk at 3rd Street. Free parking behind the hall. Info: church office, 410289-3453 or Penny, 443-880-7608

CANDLELIGHT LABYRINTH WALK

Home of Kathy and Mark Clark, 12729 Stacked Stone Lane, West Ocean City, MD, 7 p.m. Violinist Elena Urioste and cellist Nicholas Canellakis will play a program of violin/cello duos. A champagne and dessert reception will provide patrons with the opportunity to meet and converse with the musicians. Tickets cost $100 and are available online. http://www.rackliffehouse.org

ROCKLIKE HOUSE DONOR EVENT

Caroline Street Stage, On the Beach at Caroline Street, Ocean City, MD, 8 to 9:30 p.m. Free, live entertainment by The Beach Bumz (beach music). Take a blanket or chair. 800-626-2326 or 410-250-0125

CONCERT ON THE BEACH

Bethany United Methodist Church, 8648 Stephen Decatur Highway, Berlin, Sundays, 8:30 a.m. Outdoor casual worship service on the church’s front lawn.

Take a lawn chair or blanket. In case of inclement weather, the service will be moved indoors. Rev. Connie, 410-6415194, wesconnie55@gmail.com

SUMMER OUTDOOR WORSHIP SERVICE

PARK CLEANUP Ocean Pines Platform Tennis members clean up Manklin Meadows Park in early July as part of the Adopt-A-Park program. Pictured, from left, are Jim Lawn, Mike and Jane Simcock, Victor Burke and June and Jim Freeman.

Carousel Resort Hotel and Condominiums, 11700 Coastal Hwy, Ocean City, MD, 8:30 p.m. Free movie on the beach, featuring “Minions.” Take a beach chair or blanket. In the event of inclement weather, the movie will be shown inside the hotel. Ocean City Recreation & Parks, 410-250-0125, http://www.oceancitymd.gov

MOVIE ON THE BEACH

THU, AUG. 25 For accomplished young string players, a free master class will be conducted by internationally acclaimed musician Elena Urioste (violin). Time and location to be determined based on participation.

Register online. http://www.rackliffehouse.org

FREE MASTER CLASS

Ocean City beach, N. Division Street to 4th Street, Ocean City, MD, All Day Watch as master champion sand sculptors transform the sand into massive works of art. There will be sand sculpting classes and a family sand sculpting demonstration. Prizes will be awarded.

410-289-2800 or 800-626-2326, http://www.ocsandfest.com

OC SANDFEST

Ocean City convention center, 4001 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, MD, 7 to 1 a.m. Events held in Ocean City and Berlin. Family fun event with 250+ Jeeps participating in Beach Crawls, Jeep Jams and Show & Shines. Daily passes available. Jeep Week Headquarters is at the Ocean City Convention Center. Hours are 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Thursday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Friday and 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Saturday. 410289-2800 or 800-626-2326, http://www.ocjeepweek.com

OC JEEP WEEK

Atlantic General Hospital, Conference Room 1, 9733 Healthway Drive, Berlin, MD, 2 to 3 p.m. Providing physical and emotional support for survivors and caregivers to share personal experiences and challenges. Coping strategies also discussed. Dawn Denton, ddenton@at-

STROKE SUPPORT GROUP

lanticgeneral.org, 410-641-9268

COASTAL HOSPICE GRIEF SUPPORT GROUP

Ocean Pines library, 11107 Cathell Road, Ocean Pines, MD, 11 a.m. Free and open to anyone who has lost a loved one, not just Coastal Hospice families. 410-2518163 Clarion Hotel, 10100 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, MD, 4 to 7 p.m. Every Thursday, Beach Singles 45-Plus meets for happy hour. Arlene or Kate, 302436-9577 or 410-524-0649

BEACH SINGLES

American Legion Post 166, 2308 Philadelphia Ave., Ocean City, MD, 6:30 p.m. Doors open at 4:30 p.m., games start at 6:30 p.m. Food and non-alcoholic drinks available. Open to the public. 410-289-3166, http://www.alpost166.org

BINGO

Sunset Park, S. Division Street and the bay, Ocean City, MD, 7 to 9 p.m. Free concert by “Sir Rod” (tribute to Rod Stewart), while watching the sunset over the Isle of Wight Bay. Admission to the park is free, while beverages, including beer, are available for purchase. It is recommended that attendees bring their own seating. 410-289-2800 or 800-6262326, http://www.ococean.com

SUNSET PARK PARTY NIGHT

ONGOING EVENTS The social, to be held in the Ocean Pines Community Center, benefits Maryland Wounded Soldiers. Doors open at 4 p.m. on Sept. 16. Tickets cost $20 and can be purchased by calling Barbara Peletier at 443-896-4914 or Anna Foultz at 410641-7667. Food by Carrabba’s Italian Grill. Live entertainment by Sharon Sorrentino and Paul Mazzei and music by DJ Rupper. Dancing until 7:30 p.m., door prizes and a 50/50.

STAR CHARITIES V.I.P. SOCIAL

Tickets for the Kiwanis Club Annual Duck Race are now on sale. Win up to

KIWANIS ANNUAL DUCK RACE

Boardwalk Tram Station, just north of the Life-Saving Station Museum at the south end of the Ocean City Boardwalk, July 5 through Aug. 27, 10-10:30 a.m.

Programs are held daily with a different subject every day. Sandy, 410-289-4991, sandy@ocmuseum.org, www.ocmuseum.org

FREE SUMMER PROGRAMS

Assateague Island National Seashore, Berlin, MD. Held Saturdays, June through September at 8 a.m. and Tuesdays, June through August at 8 a.m.

Suitable for all levels including beginners and children, 8 and older. Take a beach towel and meet at the shade pavilion in the south end of North Beach parking lot of Assateague Island National Seashore. Yoga is free but park entrance fees are in effect. 443-6143547, outreachAIA@gmail.com

YOGA ON THE BEACH

Atlantic United Methodist Church, 105 Fourth St., Ocean City, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Open Monday through Saturday, year round. Located behind the church with a donation drop off room that is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week. 410289-4458

AUMC THRIFT SHOP

Atlantic United Methodist Church, 105 Fourth St., Ocean City. A casual service is held on the porch of Shenanigan’s Pub at Fourth Street and the Boardwalk at 8:30 a.m., weather permitting, from May 29 through early fall. A traditional service is held at the church at 10 a.m.

410-289-7430

SUMMER WORSHIP

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AUGUST 19, 2016 Classifieds now appear in Ocean City Today & the Bayside Gazette each week and online at oceancitytoday.net and baysideoc.com.

HELP WANTED

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Castle in the Sand

Employment Opportunities

Castle in the Sand Hotel is looking for Full and Part Time Room Attendants.

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Hiring Nurses GNA’S, RN’s & LPN’s

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The Worcester County Humane Society

Carousel Resort Hotel & Condominiums 11700 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, MD 21842 EOE

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

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Excellent Benefits and Free Employee Meal.

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HELP WANTED

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Umbrella Boys & Girls

Chairside

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Bethany, Fenwick & North O. C. thru Labor Day

Experience Preferred Ocean View, DE Email Resume:

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Lifetouch School Photography

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Send resumes to:

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Lifeguards

Harrison’s Harbor Watch

Looking for Part-Time Year Round Lifeguards for Indoor Pool. Flexible hours / Shifts available weekends and evenings. Must be Red Cross Certified with Valid Certificates.

Dishwashers Line Cooks

Apply in person at the Inlet

Applications available at the Front Desk or email info@fskfamily.com

OIL TECH, TIRE TECH & MECHANICS HELPER

Must have Front End alignment experience. Must be dependable for a Fast paced, busy shop only getting busier!! Hourly paid position, benefits and uniforms available. call 410641-3200 or fill out application at Racetrack Auto 10834 Ocean Gateway, Berlin, MD 21811

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Looking for experienced personnel with customer service skills. Must be flexible with hours. Email resume to jobs@carouselhotel.com or stop by and complete an application at the Front Desk. We require satisfactory pre-employment drug testing and background check.

Delivery Drivers Wanted Averaging $10 to $15 an hour. Also, Cashiers Wanted $8.75 + tip jar.

Cashiers must have really good English to take phone orders. Shifts are 10:30am-5pm, 4pm-10pm or 10pm-4am. Flexible.

Open daily till Oct. 10.

Please fill out applications at 81st Street store then text me a photo of it to me at 410-422-4780.

is seeking F/T or P/T help for dog care. Position includes kennel cleaning, feeding, medicating, exercising, grooming, training, and monitoring behavior/health. Dog handling experience preferred; veterinary assistant experience a plus.

Pay commensurate with experience. Persons applying need to follow established rules & protocols, display a positive attitude, and believe in our mission & no kill philosophy.

Applications available upon request at savinganimals@worcestercountyhumanesociety.org

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New location in Berlin

Crew and Assistant Managers Starting at $9.75/hr. + Tips Apply online at: www.delmarvadd.com

HELP WANTED

Help Wanted Busy OC Motel Full time night audit. Pay: $10.50 w/hotel exp. $11 w/Room Master. Other positons available. Call: 410-2896282.

Now Hiring. Year Round Front Desk & Room Attendant. Apply within. Comfort Suites, 12718 Coastal Gateway (Rte. 50), Ocean City, MD (WOC).

Positions available for full-time

• Carpenter • Laborer

Must have own transportation and valid driver’s license.

Apply in person.

Beachwood Inc. 11632 Worcester Hwy. Showell, MD 21862

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HELP WANTED

FT/YR Guest Service Rep. Excellent Benefits & Pay. Must have great customer service skills. Send resume to P.O. Box 3199, Ocean City, MD 21843.

F/T Administrative Assistant: Full time with established technical firm located in Berlin, Maryland. Associates degree and complete computer competence a must.

Send resume & transcript to: A.A. Position, P.O. Box 397, Berlin, MD 21811.

NOW HIRING LINE COOK

Must be team oriented, clean, organized and a Fantastic Cook.

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GROUND MAN for SUN PILE FOUNDATIONS INC

that can handle the following: Rigging, Hand Tools, Chain Saws, and able to operate Heavy Equipment. CDL license is a plus. Holiday and Vacation pay, Insurance coverage after 60 days of employment. Full-time position.

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Year Round Server Part Time Cook, Bartender & Delivery Drivers w/own car

Come in for Interview on Thursdays @ 11:00 am 5601 Coastal Hwy. (Bayside)

RECEPTIONIST

Local new home builder looking for a year-round part-time experienced receptionist for our West OC office. This position will be working 8-4 Wed, Thurs, Fri year round but will need to be able to work full week to cover office manager for days off/vacation time. A friendly personality is needed for greeting customers & on phones.

Strong computer skills with some experience in Word & Excel and the ability to multi-task. Only serious applicants looking for permanent part-time office position need apply.

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Part Time Facility Manager (20 hours per week) Responsible for scheduling the facility and for arranging maintenance of church buildings and grounds. Supervision of tasks related to the church’s mechanical systems through contractors.

This position requires a team player, excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Computer skills are essential.

Part Time Maintenance Employee (20 hours per week) Should be capable in performing basic building maintenance and minor repairs. Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. Flexible hours a necessity. Interpersonal, communication, and basic computer skills required. Will take direction from Facility Manager.

Candidates shall be subject to a criminal background check using the agency prescribed by employer.

Respond by August 15, 2016 to: Marlene Ott, SPRC 11227 Racetrack Road, Berlin, MD 21811 Community Church at Ocean Pines is an equal opportunity employer.

Office Assistant / Filing Clerk Wanted

Full Time - $10-$12.00 per hour Provides administrative, secretarial and clerical support to others in the office to maintain an efficient office environment.

Job Tasks and Responsibilities: Answer phones and transfer to the appropriate staff member; take and distribute accurate messages; greet public and clients and direct them to the correct staff member; coordinate messenger and courier service; receive, sort and distribute incoming mail; monitor incoming emails and answer or forward as required prepare outgoing mail for distribution; fax, scan and copy documents; maintain office filing and storage systems; update and maintain databases such as mailing lists, contact lists and client information; retrieve information when requested; update and maintain internal staff contact lists; type documents, reports and correspondence; co-ordinate and organize appointments and meetings; monitor and maintain office supplies; ensure office equipment is properly maintained and serviced; perform work related errands as requested such as going to the post office and bank; and keep office area clean and tidy Education and Experience: High School Diploma or Equivalent. Previous office experience may be requested but this can also be entry level position. Competent computer skills including MS Office or equivalent internet skills including use of e-mails, group messaging and data collection. Numeracy and literacy skills Required Key Competencies: Organization and planning skills, Work management and prioritizing skills. Verbal and written communication skills, Problem solving ability. Attention to detail, Accuracy, Flexibility, Reliability, Teamwork Email Resume to: dunkindonutjobs@gmail.com Subject Line: Office Helper or Apply in Person @ 9919 Golf Course Rd Ocean City MD Serious inquiries only, must live within a 30 minute radius of West Ocean City Maryland.

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PGN Crabhouse, 29th Street & Coastal Hwy. Help Wanted. Waitstaff, Kitchen Staff, Cooks. Apply within after 11am.

Large Vacation Rental Office now hiring a Licensed MD Agent for open Rental Agent position. Also hiring Administrative Positions. Positions offer competitive salary and benefits. Please email resumes to: OCMD@LFVacation.com EXPERIENCED CLEANER. MUST have OWN source of transportation AND cleaning supplies. Call Donna 301712-5224.

GROUNDSKEEPING. Reliable and own transportation. Good Pay. Females are welcomed to apply. Call Donna 301712-5224.

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Production Crew

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Seasonal Lifeguards for Marina Pool

Full and Part Time positions available Apply in person Sunset Marina Harbor Master Office, 12911 Sunset Ave. Ocean City, MD 21842 or email office@ocsunsetmarina.com

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RENTALS

HELP WANTED

YEAR ROUND 2BR/1BA Beachside Apt. Quiet living, well kept, no smoking, no pets. Includes water & internet. 1 person $978 mnthly, 2 ppl $1358 mnthly. 12 65th Street, Ocean City. Call 386314-5294

BEACH STAND JOBS - Work on the beach renting umbrellas and chairs. 9 till 5. Full or part time. Call 410-726-0315.

RENTALS RENTALS

WR-1BR Condo-Off 28th St. Furnished, $600/mo. $500 sec. deposit. 1BR w/queen & full size bed. House avail. upon request. No smoking/ no pets. 410-768-1791

YR Efficiency - 32nd St. Includes W/D, cable, HBO and electric. No pets. No smoking. $900/mo. 443-5044460

Winter Rental - Oct. thru May. Oceanfront, fully furnished 2BR/2BA, $800 a month + utilities. Mid-rise w/elevator. No smoking, no pets. Call 410-703-1945.

Winter Rental. Oct. to May. Oceanfront, 2BR/2BA, W/D, fireplace, beautiful top corner quiet unit. No smoking. No pets. $900 per month plus utilities. 410-804-3444 or 410-524-6680

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YR Rental - 3BR/2BA in NOC. Community pool & tennis court. For details contact 443-865-3109.

Office Space For Rent: Looking for space, comfort and great views? Spacious, climate-controlled offices available, with use of Conference Room, in a modern, well-maintained building in prime Ocean City location.

Call 410-524-3440 for appointment.

ROOMMATES ROOMMATES

Professional Female Roommates Wanted. YR/Seasonal.

OP House. 3 rooms available.

2 w/shared bath $600 each. 1 w/private suite $750. Some utilities included. Just move in. Pets ok. No smoking. W/D. LPN, RN & RNA’s a plus.

410-208-3570 Roommate Needed.

Call 443-996-1069.

LOTS & ACREAGE LOTS & ACREAGE

Bayfront - Gorgeous, One Of A Kind Lot. South Point. $525,000. Call Howard Martin Realty 410-352-5555.

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2437 sq. ft. for both, $1600 monthly.

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Office Suite @ 78th St. & Coastal Hwy. Oceanside, 2nd floor. Call Dave 410-7261197.

Berlin, 225 sq. ft. Office Space, $275/mo. includes utils. Warehouse Space for Rent. Approx. 600 sq. ft., $500/mo., utils. included. Two 120 sq. ft. Storage Sheds, each $95/mo. Call 410-7265471 or 410-641-4300.

2 Office/Retail Spaces & 3 Warehouse Units available in West Ocean City. Call 443497-4200.

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SERVICES SERVICES

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DONATIONS DONATIONS

Do you have an old bicycle not being used? IWe are looking to get as many bikes as possible.

Your donation will be tax-deductible. Contact Gary at 443975-3065.

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River Run Yard Sale, Berlin, MD. Community wide from toys to golfing equipment to rockers. Sat., 8/27 from 8am-12pm. Rain date: Sun., 8/28.

BOATS/PWC BOATS/PWC

2012 Kawasaki Ultra 300X 3 seater. Very good condition.

Includes cover & trailer. Asking $7900. Call 410-7268281.

For Sale - Less than 300 hrs.

120 Hp Mercury Force engine, 1998 Bayliner Capri. $5995. See it at Racetrack Marine. (610-389-9703)

2 Yamaha Jet Skis For Sale.

Well maintained. $2000 each.

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VEHICLES

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PUBLIC NOTICES

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

AMENDMENT # 2

AMENDMENT # 2

FY - 2016 A.

FY - 2016

Anticipated Revenue: Property Taxes

B. Anticipated Expenditures: $

Other Taxes

42,441,417

General Government

17,434,299

Public Safety

$

3,917,888 34,212,355

Licenses and Permits

4,410,461

General Public Works/Beach Maintenance

5,183,301

Revenue From Other Agencies

5,874,116

Sanitation and Waste Removal

5,748,687

Charges For Current Services

9,627,538

Highways and Streets

5,511,749 8,601,399

Fines and Forfeitures

598,685

Economic Development - Tourism

Other Revenue

670,754

Culture and Recreation

7,411,594

Debt Service

5,015,068

Prior Year Reserves Total Revenue

2,164,621 $

83,221,891

Total Expenditures

$

75,602,041

To Transportation Fund

1,310,013

To Airport Fund

364,791

To Convention Center

1,437,183

To Information Technology Total Revenue

$

83,221,891

and Other Financing Sources

Transportation

$

6,396,651 $

Capacity/Impact Fees

Wastewater

Airport

Course

4,653,753 $

1,870,150 $

13,043,615 $

984,108 $

2,123,538

108,000

0

0

189,000

0

0

0

6,660,152

1,457,001

0

467,953

0

5,223,200

0

713,600

12,787,879

0

0

Food and Beverage Tax

0

0

1,230,000

0

0

0

Build America Bond Subsidy

0

0

0

125,441

0

0

141,717

406,606

2,122,021

471,869

5,899

3,576

500,000

0

0

0

State and Federal Grants Bond /Capital Lease Proceeds

Prior Year Reserves Private Contributions Transfer-In From General Fund Total Revenue

0

0

$

0 11,869,568 $

1,310,013 13,030,524 $

1,437,183 9,329,955 $

$

0 26,617,804 $

364,791 1,822,751 $

0 2,127,114

Anticipated Expenditures: Personal Services

2,095,672 $

3,865,797 $

2,792,061 $

4,112,821 $

313,030 $

1,057,247

Non-Personal Services

2,880,986

3,055,321

1,807,484

4,783,450

766,726

1,063,610

Capital Outlay

5,489,449

6,109,406

896,496

13,818,982

600,000

0

Debt Service

1,007,708

0

3,386,810

3,858,788

142,995

0

0

0

0

0

0

6,257

Transfer to General Fund Transfer to Reserves Total Expenditures

395,753 11,869,568 $

$

0 13,030,524 $

447,104 9,329,955 $

43,763 26,617,804 $

0 1,822,751 $

0 2,127,114

Information

Service

Vehicle

Risk

Pension &

Capital

Technology

Center

Trust

Management

OPEB Trust

Projects

Anticipated Revenue: Charges to Other Funds

$

7,619,877 $

0

Investment Earnings/Other

0

0

0

71,860

4,930,000

0

Employee Contributions

0

0

0

0

1,820,000

0

Sale of Capital Assets/Contributions

0

0

221,909

0

0

28,148

Bond/Capital Lease Proceeds

0

0

1,655,483

0

0

3,848,817

Federal/State Grants

0

0

0

0

0

543,213

93,410

2,313

152,018

0

0

Prior Year Reserves General Fund Contribution Total Revenue B.

Golf

Center

Anticipated Revenue: Service Charges

A.

$

Convention Water

B.

4,424,009 83,221,891

and Other Financing Uses

Enterprise Funds: A.

83,854

To Capital Projects Total Expenditures

$

2,096,984 $

4,993,009 $

0 2,190,394 $

0 4,995,322 $

988,950 $

1,741,274 $

2,329,454 $

0 4,358,864 $

2,460,694 $

0 2,532,554 $

0

0 14,369,877 $

4,689,009 9,109,187

0 $

0

Anticipated Expenditures: Personal Services

$

Non-Personal Services

0 $

257,663 $

1,201,444

3,254,048

727,109

2,274,891

563,000

0

Debt Service

0

0

215,600

0

0

0

Capital Outlay

0

0

3,416,155

0

0

0

Benefit Payments

0

0

0

0

6,500,000

0

Reserve for Retirement Benefit

0

0

0

0

7,306,877

Capital Projects Total Expenditures

$

0 2,190,394 $

0 4,995,322 $

0 4,358,864 $

0 2,532,554 $

0 14,369,877 $

0 9,109,187 9,109,187

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.

B.

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 August 15, 2016 SECOND READING of this ordinance shall be held at a meeting of the Mayor and City Council on September 6, 2016

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PUBLIC NOTICES Rosenberg & Associates, LLC 4340 East West Highway, Suite 600 Bethesda, Maryland 20814 (301) 907-8000 www.rosenberg-assoc.com

SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEES’ SALE OF IMPROVED REAL PROPERTY 2439 WORCESTER HWY. POCOMOKE CITY, MD 21851 Under a power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust from Patrick R. Tolland, dated June 29, 2011 and recorded in Liber 5712, folio 290 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 SEPTEMBER 2, 2016 AT 1:30 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 #01-000667 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 $14,000 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 61496.

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-8/18/3t _________________________________

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SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEES’ SALE OF REAL PROPERTY AND ANY IMPROVEMENTS THEREON 10347 DOE DR. BERLIN, MD 21811 Under a power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust dated April 4, 2008 and recorded in Liber 5089, Folio 129 among the Land Records of Worcester Co., MD, with an original principal balance of $172,500.00 and a current interest rate of 1.96000% 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 SEPTEMBER 6, 2016 AT 3:30 PM ALL THAT FEE-SIMPLE LOT OF GROUND, together with any buildings or improvements thereon situated in Worcester Co., MD and more fully described in the aforesaid Deed of Trust.

The property, and any improvements thereon, will be sold in an “as is” condition and subject to conditions, restrictions and agreements of record affecting the same, if any, and with no warranty of any kind.

Terms of Sale: A deposit of $11,000 in the form of certified check, cashier’s check or money order will be required of the purchaser at time and place of sale. Balance of the purchase price, together with interest on the unpaid purchase money at the current rate contained in the Deed of Trust Note from the date of sale to the date funds are received by the Sub. Trustees, payable in cash within ten days of final ratification of the sale by the Circuit Court. There will be no abatement of interest due from the purchaser in the event additional funds are tendered before settlement. TIME IS OF THE ESSENCE FOR THE PURCHASER. Adjustment of current year’s real property taxes are adjusted as of the date of sale, and thereafter assumed by the purchaser. Taxes due for prior years including costs of any tax sale are payable by the purchaser. Purchaser is responsible for any recapture of homestead tax credit. All other public and/or private charges or assessments, to the extent such amounts survive foreclosure sale, including water/sewer charges, ground rent, whether incurred prior to or after the sale to be paid by the purchaser.

All costs of deed recordation including but not limited to all transfer, recordation, agricultural or other taxes or charges assessed by any governmental entity as a condition to recordation, are payable by purchaser, whether or not purchaser is a Maryland First Time Home Buyer.

Purchaser is responsible for obtaining physical possession of the prop-

erty, and assumes risk of loss or damage to the property from the date of sale. The sale is subject to post-sale audit of the status of the loan with the loan servicer including, but not limited to, determination of whether the borrower entered into any repayment agreement, reinstated or paid off the loan prior to the sale. In any such event, this sale shall be null and void, and the Purchaser’s sole remedy, in law or equity, shall be the return of the deposit without interest. If purchaser fails to settle within ten days of ratification, subject to order of court, purchaser agrees that property will be resold and entire deposit retained by Sub Trustees as liquidated damages for all losses occasioned by the purchaser’s default and purchaser shall have no further liability. The defaulted purchaser shall not be entitled to any surplus proceeds resulting from said resale even if such surplus results from improvements to the property by said defaulted purchaser. If Sub. Trustees are unable to convey either insurable or marketable title, or if ratification of the sale is denied by the Circuit Court for any reason, the Purchaser’s sole remedy, at law or equity, is the return of the deposit without interest.

PLEASE CONSULT WWW.ALEXCOOPER.COM FOR STATUS OF UPCOMING SALES Howard N. Bierman, Carrie M. Ward, et al., Substitute Trustees ALEX COOPER AUCTS., INC. 908 YORK RD., TOWSON, MD 21204 410-828-4838 OCD-8/18/3t _________________________________ Rosenberg & Associates, LLC 4340 East West Highway, Suite 600 Bethesda, Maryland 20814 (301) 907-8000 www.rosenberg-assoc.com

SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEES’ SALE OF IMPROVED REAL PROPERTY 23 PINTAIL DR. BERLIN, MD 21811 Under a power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust from Earle Garner and Margaret Garner, dated April 14, 2007 and recorded in Liber 4925, folio 633 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 AUGUST 19, 2016 AT 1:35 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 #03-091988 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 condi-

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Terms of Sale: A deposit of $59,000 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 54473.

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-8/4/3t _________________________________

McCabe, Weisberg & Conway, LLC 312 Marshall Avenue, Suite 800 Laurel, Maryland 20707 www.mwc-law.com

SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEES’ SALE OF IMPROVED REAL PROPERTY 10128 SILVER POINT LA. OCEAN CITY, MD 21842 Under a power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust from Meir Lugasi, dated April 9, 2007 and recorded in Liber 4949, folio 453 among the Land Records of Worcester Co., MD, default having occurred under the terms thereof and at the request of the parties secured thereby, the undersigned Substitute Trustees will offer for sale at public auction at the Circuit Court for Worcester Co., at the Court House Door, One W. Market St., Snow Hill, MD 21863, on AUGUST 22, 2016 AT 3:40 PM ALL THAT FEE-SIMPLE LOT OF GROUND AND THE IMPROVEMENTS THEREON situated in Worcester Co., Maryland and described as follows: Tax ID #10010136. The property is improved by a dwelling.

The property will be sold in an “as is” condition and subject to conditions, restrictions, easements, encumbrances and agreements of record affecting the subject property, if any, and with no warranty of any kind.

Terms of Sale: A deposit in the form of cashier’s or certified check, or in such other form as the Substitute Trustees may determine, at their sole discretion, for $107,000 at the time of sale. If the noteholder and/or servicer is the successful bidder, the deposit requirement is waived. Balance of the purchase price is to be paid within fifteen (15) days of the final ratification of the sale by the Circuit Court for Worcester Co., Maryland. Interest is to be paid on the unpaid purchase price at the rate of 8% per annum from date of sale to the date the funds are received in the office of the Substitute Trustees, if the property is purchased by an entity other than the noteholder and/or servicer. If payment of the balance does not occur within fifteen days of ratification, the deposit will be forfeited and the property will be resold at the risk and cost of the defaulting purchaser.

There will be no abatement of interest due from the purchaser in the event settlement is delayed for any reason. Taxes, ground rent, water rent, and all other public charges and assessments payable on an annual basis, including sanitary and/or metropolitan district charges, and front foot benefit charges, if applicable, to be adjusted for the current year to the date of sale, and assumed thereafter by the purchaser. Condominium fees and/or homeowners association dues, if any, shall be assumed by the purchaser from the date of sale. The purchaser shall be responsible for the payment of the ground rent escrow, if required. Cost

of all documentary stamps, transfer taxes, and all settlement charges shall be borne by the purchaser. If the Substitute Trustees are unable to convey good and marketable title, the purchaser’s sole remedy in law or equity shall be limited to the refund of the deposit to the purchaser.

Upon refund of the deposit, the sale shall be void and of no effect, and the purchaser shall have no further claim against the Substitute Trustees. Purchaser shall be responsible for obtaining physical possession of the property. The purchaser at the foreclosure sale shall assume the risk of loss for the property immediately after the sale. (Matter #14-609519) This property will be sold subject to a 120 day right of redemption by the Internal Revenue Service.

Laura H. G. O’Sullivan, et al., Substitute Trustees ALEX COOPER AUCTS., INC. 908 YORK ROAD, TOWSON, MARYLAND 21204 410-828-4838 OCD-8/4/3t _________________________________ McCabe, Weisberg & Conway, LLC 312 Marshall Avenue, Suite 800 Laurel, Maryland 20707 www.mwc-law.com

SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEES’ SALE OF IMPROVED REAL PROPERTY 508 ROBIN DR., UNIT #38 OCEAN CITY, MD 21842 Under a power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust from Patrick McCarthy a/k/a Patrick J. McCarthy and Thomas McCarthy a/k/a Thomas B. McCarthy, dated April 10, 2006 and recorded in Liber 4692, folio 669 among the Land Records of Worcester Co., MD, default having occurred under the terms thereof and at the request of the parties secured thereby, the undersigned Substitute Trustees will offer for sale at public auction at the Circuit Court for Worcester Co., at the Court House Door, One W. Market St., Snow Hill, MD 21863, on August 22, 2016 AT 3:41 PM ALL THAT FEE-SIMPLE LOT OF GROUND AND THE IMPROVEMENTS THEREON situated in Worcester Co., Maryland and described as Unit Number 38 in the “Bayshore Condominium” and more fully described in the aforesaid Deed of Trust. The property is improved by a dwelling.

The property will be sold in an “as is” condition and subject to conditions, restrictions, easements, encumbrances and agreements of record affecting the subject property, if any, and with no warranty of any kind.

Terms of Sale: A deposit in the form of cashier’s or certified check, or in such other form as the Substitute Trustees may determine, at their sole discretion, for $18,000 at the time of sale. If the noteholder and/or servicer is the successful bidder, the deposit requirement is waived. Bal-

ance of the purchase price is to be paid within fifteen (15) days of the final ratification of the sale by the Circuit Court for Worcester Co., Maryland. Interest is to be paid on the unpaid purchase price at the rate of 7.375% per annum from date of sale to the date the funds are received in the office of the Substitute Trustees, if the property is purchased by an entity other than the noteholder and/or servicer. If payment of the balance does not occur within fifteen days of ratification, the deposit will be forfeited and the property will be resold at the risk and cost of the defaulting purchaser.

There will be no abatement of interest due from the purchaser in the event settlement is delayed for any reason. Taxes, ground rent, water rent, and all other public charges and assessments payable on an annual basis, including sanitary and/or metropolitan district charges, and front foot benefit charges, if applicable, to be adjusted for the current year to the date of sale, and assumed thereafter by the purchaser. Condominium fees and/or homeowners association dues, if any, shall be assumed by the purchaser from the date of sale. The purchaser shall be responsible for the payment of the ground rent escrow, if required. Cost of all documentary stamps, transfer taxes, and all settlement charges shall be borne by the purchaser. If the Substitute Trustees are unable to convey good and marketable title, the purchaser’s sole remedy in law or equity shall be limited to the refund of the deposit to the purchaser.

Upon refund of the deposit, the sale shall be void and of no effect, and the purchaser shall have no further claim against the Substitute Trustees. Purchaser shall be responsible for obtaining physical possession of the property. The purchaser at the foreclosure sale shall assume the risk of loss for the property immediately after the sale. (Matter #14-602431) Laura H. G. O’Sullivan, et al., Substitute Trustees ALEX COOPER AUCTS., INC. 908 YORK ROAD, TOWSON, MARYLAND 21204 410-828-4838 OCD-8/4/3t _________________________________ McCabe, Weisberg & Conway, LLC 312 Marshall Avenue, Suite 800 Laurel, Maryland 20707 www.mwc-law.com

SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEES’ SALE OF IMPROVED REAL PROPERTY 609 HILLCREST DR. POCOMOKE, MD 21851 Under a power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust from Glenn A. Ross, Jr. and Theresa L. Ross, dated October 4, 2010 and recorded in Liber 5568, folio 148 among the Land Records of Worcester Co., MD, default having occurred under the terms thereof and at the request of the parties secured thereby, the undersigned Substitute Trustees will offer for sale at public

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PUBLIC NOTICES auction at the Circuit Court for Worcester Co., at the Court House Door, One W. Market St., Snow Hill, MD 21863, on AUGUST 22, 2016 AT 3:42 PM ALL THAT FEE-SIMPLE LOT OF GROUND AND THE IMPROVEMENTS THEREON situated in Worcester Co., Maryland and more fully described in the aforesaid Deed of Trust. The property is improved by a dwelling.

The property will be sold in an “as is” condition and subject to conditions, restrictions, easements, encumbrances and agreements of record affecting the subject property, if any, and with no warranty of any kind.

Terms of Sale: A deposit in the form of cashier’s or certified check, or in such other form as the Substitute Trustees may determine, at their sole discretion, for $15,000 at the time of sale. If the noteholder and/or servicer is the successful bidder, the deposit requirement is waived. Balance of the purchase price is to be paid within fifteen (15) days of the final ratification of the sale by the Circuit Court for Worcester Co., Maryland. Interest is to be paid on the unpaid purchase price at the rate of 5% per annum from date of sale to the date the funds are received in the office of the Substitute Trustees, if the property is purchased by an entity other than the noteholder and/or servicer. If payment of the balance does not occur within fifteen days of ratification, the deposit will be forfeited and the property will be resold at the risk and cost of the defaulting purchaser.

There will be no abatement of interest due from the purchaser in the event settlement is delayed for any reason. Taxes, ground rent, water rent, and all other public charges and assessments payable on an annual basis, including sanitary and/or metropolitan district charges, and front foot benefit charges, if applicable, to be adjusted for the current year to the date of sale, and assumed thereafter by the purchaser. Condominium fees and/or homeowners association dues, if any, shall be assumed by the purchaser from the date of sale. The purchaser shall be responsible for the payment of the ground rent escrow, if required. Cost of all documentary stamps, transfer taxes, and all settlement charges shall be borne by the purchaser. If

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the Substitute Trustees are unable to convey good and marketable title, the purchaser’s sole remedy in law or equity shall be limited to the refund of the deposit to the purchaser.

Upon refund of the deposit, the sale shall be void and of no effect, and the purchaser shall have no further claim against the Substitute Trustees. Purchaser shall be responsible for obtaining physical possession of the property. The purchaser at the foreclosure sale shall assume the risk of loss for the property immediately after the sale. (Matter #2013-40904) Laura H. G. O’Sullivan, et al., Substitute Trustees ALEX COOPER AUCTS., INC. 908 YORK ROAD, TOWSON, MARYLAND 21204 410-828-4838 OCD-8/4/3t _________________________________ BWW Law Group, LLC 6003 Executive Boulevard, Suite 101 Rockville, MD 20852 (301) 961-6555

SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEES’ SALE OF REAL PROPERTY AND ANY IMPROVEMENTS THEREON 13008 BOWLINE LA., UNIT #5 & BOATSLIP #66 OCEAN CITY, MD 21842 Under a power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust dated December 28, 2007 and recorded in Liber 5044, Folio 183 among the Land Records of Worcester Co., MD, with an original principal balance of $417,000.00 and a current interest rate of 4.75000% default having occurred under the terms thereof, the Sub. Trustees will sell at public auction at the Circuit Court for Worcester Co., at the Court House Door, One W. Market St., Snow Hill, MD 21863, on AUGUST 23, 2016 AT 3:30 PM ALL THAT FEE-SIMPLE LOT OF GROUND, together with any buildings or improvements thereon situated in Worcester Co., MD and described as Unit No. 13008-5, lying and being in the Third and Tenth Tax District(s) of said Worcester County, Maryland, as designated on that plat entitled, “Condominium Plat - Phase 6, Units 13008-1 Through 13008-5, 13008 Bowline Lane, The Townhomes Condominium at Seaside Village, Tenth Tax District, Worcester County, Maryland” and Unit No. M-66, located in Seaside Village Marina Condominium, Tax ID #10-743435 & Tax ID #10-429854 and more fully described in the aforesaid Deed of Trust.

The property, and any improvements thereon, will be sold in an “as is” condition and subject to conditions, restrictions and agreements of record affecting the same, if any, and with no warranty of any kind.

Terms of Sale: A deposit of $26,000 in the form of certified check, cashier’s check or money

order will be required of the purchaser at time and place of sale. Balance of the purchase price, together with interest on the unpaid purchase money at the current rate contained in the Deed of Trust Note from the date of sale to the date funds are received by the Sub. Trustees, payable in cash within ten days of final ratification of the sale by the Circuit Court. There will be no abatement of interest due from the purchaser in the event additional funds are tendered before settlement. TIME IS OF THE ESSENCE FOR THE PURCHASER. Adjustment of current year’s real property taxes are adjusted as of the date of sale, and thereafter assumed by the purchaser. Taxes due for prior years including costs of any tax sale are payable by the purchaser. Purchaser is responsible for any recapture of homestead tax credit. All other public and/or private charges or assessments, to the extent such amounts survive foreclosure sale, including water/sewer charges, ground rent, whether incurred prior to or after the sale to be paid by the purchaser.

All costs of deed recordation including but not limited to all transfer, recordation, agricultural or other taxes or charges assessed by any governmental entity as a condition to recordation, are payable by purchaser, whether or not purchaser is a Maryland First Time Home Buyer.

Purchaser is responsible for obtaining physical possession of the property, and assumes risk of loss or damage to the property from the date of sale. The sale is subject to post-sale audit of the status of the loan with the loan servicer including, but not limited to, determination of whether the borrower entered into any repayment agreement, reinstated or paid off the loan prior to the sale. In any such event, this sale shall be null and void, and the Purchaser’s sole remedy, in law or equity, shall be the return of the deposit without interest. If purchaser fails to settle within ten days of ratification, subject to order of court, purchaser agrees that property will be resold and entire deposit retained by Sub Trustees as liquidated damages for all losses occasioned by the purchaser’s default and purchaser shall have no further liability. The defaulted purchaser shall not be entitled to any surplus proceeds resulting from said resale even if such surplus results from improvements to the property by said defaulted purchaser. If Sub. Trustees are unable to convey either insurable or marketable title, or if ratification of the sale is denied by the Circuit Court for any reason, the Purchaser’s sole remedy, at law or equity, is the return of the deposit without interest.

PLEASE CONSULT WWW.ALEXCOOPER.COM FOR STATUS OF UPCOMING SALES Howard N. Bierman, Carrie M. Ward, et al., Substitute Trustees ALEX COOPER AUCTS., INC. 908 YORK RD., TOWSON, MD 21204 410-828-4838 OCD-8/4/3t _________________________________

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.

KATHLEEN K. KURTZ NEIL P. O’CALLAGHAN 304 Bay Street Berlin, MD 21811 Defendant(s) IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR WORCESTER COUNTY, MARYLAND Case No. 23C15001362

NOTICE Notice is hereby given this 28th day of July, 2016, by the Circuit Court for Worcester County, Maryland, that the sale of the property mentioned in these proceedings and described as 304 Bay Street, Berlin, MD 21811, made and reported by the Substitute Trustee, will be RATIFIED AND CONFIRMED, unless cause to the contrary thereof be shown on or before the 29th day of August, 2016, provided a copy of this NOTICE be inserted in some weekly newspaper printed in said County, once in each of three successive weeks before the 22nd day of August, 2016.

The report states the purchase price at the Foreclosure sale to be $229,231.00.

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-8/4/3t _________________________________ 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.

GARY L. NAGGY 406 Maple Street Pocomoke City, MD 21851 Defendant(s) IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR WORCESTER COUNTY, MARYLAND Case No. 23C15000358

NOTICE Notice is hereby given this 27th day of July, 2016, by the Circuit Court for Worcester County, Maryland, that the sale of the property mentioned in these proceedings and described as 406 Maple Street, Pocomoke City, MD 21851, made and reported by the Substitute Trustee, will be RATIFIED AND CONFIRMED, unless cause to the contrary thereof be shown on or before the 29th day of August, 2016, provided a copy of this NOTICE be inserted in some weekly newspaper printed in said County, once in each

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The report states the purchase price at the Foreclosure sale to be $41,000.00.

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-8/4/3t _________________________________ Rosenberg & Associates, LLC 4340 East West Highway, Suite 600 Bethesda, Maryland 20814 (301) 907-8000 Diane S. Rosenberg Mark D. Meyer John A. Ansell, III Kenneth Savitz Caroline Fields Jennifer Rochino Rosenberg & Associates, LLC 4340 East West Highway, Suite 600 Bethesda, MD 20814 Substitute Trustees Plaintiff(s) v.

Robert W. Douglas, Sr. Estate of Shirley A. Douglas 10 Leigh Drive Berlin, MD 21811 Defendant(s) IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR WORCESTER COUNTY, MARYLAND Case No. 23C15000554

NOTICE Notice is hereby given this 1st day of August, 2016, by the Circuit Court for Worcester County, Maryland, that the sale of 10 Leigh Drive, Berlin, MD 21811, made and reported, will be ratified and confirmed, unless cause to the contrary thereof be shown on or before the 29th day of August, 2016, provided a copy of this notice be inserted in a weekly newspaper printed in said County, once in each of three successive weeks before the 22nd day of August, 2016. The Report of Sale states the amount of the foreclosure sale price to be $899,000.00.

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-8/4/3t _________________________________ CHRISTOPHER T. WOODLEY ESQ. WILLIAMS, MOORE, SHOCKLEY & HARRISON 3509 COASTAL HIGHWAY P.O. BOX 739 OCEAN CITY, MD 21842

NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT NOTICE TO CREDITORS NOTICE TO UNKNOWN HEIRS Estate No. 16603 TO ALL PERSONS INTERESTED IN THE ESTATE OF NANCY CAROL MCLAUGHLIN Notice is given that Jennifer Ann McLaughlin, 13205 Atlantic Boulevard, Ocean City, MD 21842, was on July 29, 2016 appointed Personal

Representative of the estate of Nancy Carol McLaughlin who died on April 4, 2016, without a will.

Further information can be obtained by reviewing the estate file in the office of the Register of Wills or by contacting the personal representative or the attorney.

All persons having any objection to the appointment (or to the probate of the decedent’s will) shall file their objections with the Register of Wills on or before the 29th day of January, 2017.

Any person having a claim against the decedent must present the claim to the undersigned personal representative or file it with the Register of Wills with a copy to the undersigned on or before the earlier of the following dates: (1) Six months from the date of the decedent’s death, except if the decedent died before October 1, 1992, nine months from the date of the decedent’s death; or (2) Two months after the personal representative mails or otherwise delivers to the creditor a copy of this published notice or other written notice, notifying the creditor that the claim will be barred unless the creditor presents the claims within two months from the mailing or other delivery of the notice. A claim not presented or filed on or before that date, or any extension provided by law, is unenforceable thereafter. Claim forms may be obtained from the Register of Wills.

Jennifer Ann McLaughlin Personal Representative True Test Copy Charlotte K. Cathell Register of Wills Worcester County One W. Market Street Room 102 - Court House Snow Hill, MD 21863-1074 Name of newspaper designated by personal representative: Ocean City Digest Date of publication: August 04, 2016 OCD-8/4/3t _________________________________ REGAN J. R. SMITH ESQ. WILLIAMS, MOORE, SHOCKLEY & HARRISON LLP 3509 COASTAL HIGHWAY PO BOX 739 OCEAN CITY, MD 21842

NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT NOTICE TO CREDITORS NOTICE TO UNKNOWN HEIRS Estate No. 16606 TO ALL PERSONS INTERESTED IN THE ESTATE OF JANET H. CHERRIX AKA: JANET HOLLAND CHERRIX Notice is given that Andrea Lee Kelly, 216 Cilley Hill Road, Jericho, VT 05465; and Christina Kelly Schwartz, 1114 Park Street, NE, Washington, DC 20002, was on August 02, 2016 appointed Personal Representative of the estate of Janet H. Cherrix who died on May 24, 2016, with a will.

Further information can be obtained by reviewing the estate file in the office of the Register of Wills or by contacting the personal representative or the attorney.

All persons having any objection to the appointment (or to the probate of the decedent’s will) shall file their objections with the Register of Wills on or before the 2nd day of February, 2017.

Any person having a claim against the decedent must present the claim to the undersigned personal representative or file it with the Register of Wills with a copy to the undersigned on or before the earlier of the following dates: (1) Six months from the date of the decedent’s death, except if the decedent died before October 1, 1992, nine months from the date of the decedent’s death; or (2) Two months after the personal representative mails or otherwise delivers to the creditor a copy of this published notice or other written notice, notifying the creditor that the claim will be barred unless the creditor presents the claims within two months from the mailing or other delivery of the notice. A claim not presented or filed on or before that date, or any extension provided by law, is unenforceable thereafter. Claim forms may be obtained from the Register of Wills.

Andrea Lee Kelly Christina Kelly Schwartz Personal Representatives True Test Copy Charlotte K. Cathell Register of Wills Worcester County One W. Market Street Room 102 - Court House Snow Hill, MD 21863-1074 Name of newspaper designated by personal representative: Ocean City Digest Date of publication: August 11, 2016 OCD-8/11/3t _________________________________ 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.

Steven M. Moran and Regina E. Moran Defendants IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR WORCESTER COUNTY, MARYLAND Civil No. 23C16000194

NOTICE ORDERED, this 26th day of July, 2016 by the Circuit Court of WORCESTER COUNTY, Maryland, that the sale of the property at 76 Bird Nest Drive, Berlin, Maryland 21811 mentioned in these proceedings, made and reported by Laura H.G. O’Sullivan, et. al, Substitute Trustees, be ratified and confirmed, unless cause to the contrary thereof be shown on or before the 29th day of August, 2016 next, provided a copy of this notice be inserted in some newspaper published in said County once in each of three successive weeks before the 22nd day of August, 2016, next.

The report states the amount of sale to be $153,055.37.

Susan R. Braniecki

CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT WORCESTER COUNTY, MARYLAND True Copy Test: Susan R. Braniecki Clerk of the Circuit Court Worcester County, MD OCD-8/4/3t _________________________________ McCabe, Weisberg & Conway LLC 312 Marshall Avenue, Suite 800 Laurel, Maryland 20707 301-490-3361 Laura H.G. O’Sullivan, et al., Substitute Trustees Plaintiffs vs.

Timothy B. Carlin and Judith L. Carlin Defendants IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR WORCESTER COUNTY, MARYLAND Civil No. 23C16000299

NOTICE ORDERED, this 8th day of August, 2016 by the Circuit Court of WORCESTER COUNTY, Maryland, that the sale of the property at 34 Bridgewater Road, 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 5th day of September, 2016 next, provided a copy of this notice be inserted in some newspaper published in said County once in each of three successive weeks before the 29th day of August, 2016, next.

The report states the amount of sale to be $408,000.00.

Susan R. Braniecki CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT WORCESTER COUNTY, MARYLAND True Copy Test: Susan R. Braniecki Clerk of the Circuit Court Worcester County, MD OCD-8/11/3t _________________________________ LONG, BADGER AND SHELLER, LLP JOHN P. CUSTIS, ESQ. 124 E. MAIN STREET SALISBURY, MD 21801

NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF APPOINTMENT OF FOREIGN PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE ESTATE NO. 16605 Notice is given that the Circuit Court of Accomack County, VA appointed Henry P. Custis Jr., 23345 Counsel Drive, Accomac, VA 23301; and Ruth C. Estes, 4647 Miles Road, New Church, VA 23415 as the Personal Representative of the Estate of Douglas R. Estes Jr. who died on September 23, 2015 domiciled in Virgina, America.

The Maryland resident agent for service of process is John P. Custis whose address is 124 E. Main Street, Salisbury, MD 21801.

At the time of death, the decedent owned real or leasehold property in the following Maryland counties: Worcester County.

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PUBLIC NOTICES All persons having claims against the decedent must file their claims with the Register of Wills for Worcester County with a copy to the foreign personal representative on or before the earlier of the following dates: (1) Six months from the date of the decedent’s death, except if the decedent died before October 1, 1992, nine months from the date of the decedent’s death; or (2) Two months after the foreign personal representative mails or delivers to the creditor a copy of this published notice or other written notice, notifying the creditor that the claim will be barred unless the creditor presents the claim within two months from the mailing or other delivery of the notice. Claims filed after that date or after a date extended by law will be barred.

Henry P. Custis Jr. Ruth C. Estes Foreign Personal Representative Charlotte K. Cathell Register of Wills One W. Market Street Room 102 - Court House Snow Hill, MD 21863-1074 Name of newspaper designated by personal representative: Ocean City Digest Date of first publication: August 11, 2016 OCD-8/11/3t _________________________________ JAMES J. FABIAN ESQ PFEIFER & FABIAN, P.A. SUITE 100 326 ST PAUL PLACE BALTIMORE, MD 21202-2131

NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT NOTICE TO CREDITORS NOTICE TO UNKNOWN HEIRS Estate No. 16610 TO ALL PERSONS INTERESTED IN THE ESTATE OF DALE ALBERT WILLIAMS SR Notice is given that Dale Albert Williams Jr, 16780 A.E. Mullinix Road, Woodbine, MD 21797, was on August 08, 2016 appointed Personal Representative of the estate of Dale Albert Williams Sr. who died on July 23, 2016, with a will.

Further information can be obtained by reviewing the estate file in the office of the Register of Wills or by contacting the personal representative or the attorney.

All persons having any objection to the appointment (or to the probate of the decedent’s will) shall file their objections with the Register of Wills

on or before the 8th day of February, 2017.

Any person having a claim against the decedent must present the claim to the undersigned personal representative or file it with the Register of Wills with a copy to the undersigned on or before the earlier of the following dates: (1) Six months from the date of the decedent’s death, except if the decedent died before October 1, 1992, nine months from the date of the decedent’s death; or (2) Two months after the personal representative mails or otherwise delivers to the creditor a copy of this published notice or other written notice, notifying the creditor that the claim will be barred unless the creditor presents the claims within two months from the mailing or other delivery of the notice. A claim not presented or filed on or before that date, or any extension provided by law, is unenforceable thereafter. Claim forms may be obtained from the Register of Wills.

Dale Albert Williams Jr. Personal Representative True Test Copy Charlotte K. Cathell Register of Wills Worcester County One W. Market Street Room 102 - Court House Snow Hill, MD 21863-1074 Name of newspaper designated by personal representative: Ocean City Digest Date of publication: August 11, 2016 OCD-8/11/3t _________________________________

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, AUGUST 25, 2016 at 6:00 p.m.

Pursuant to the provisions of Section 110-93(3), Powers, of the Code, an appeal has been filed pursuant to the provisions of Section 110-95(1)(a) requesting a variance in accordance with Chapter 30 Environment, Section 30-561 of Atlantic Coastal Bays Critical Area Program, pursuant to Section 30-554(d)(1)d that requires a 25’ setback from tidal water when improvements are over 50% of the parcel. Proposed plan will partially meet the 25’ setback and a variance is requested for the remainder. Mitigation fees will be provided per code on the non-compliant portion. The site of the appeal is described as Parcel 7011, Tax Map 0113, Land Unit 4 (4.72 acs) of the 45th Street Land Condominium Plat; further described as located on the west side of Coastal Highway, between 44th and 47th Streets, and locally known as the 45th Street Village, in the Town of Ocean City, Maryland.

APPLICANT: 45th STREET VILLAGE, LLC – (BZA 2462 #16-09500008) Further information concerning the public hearings may be examined in the office of the Department of Planning and Community Development in City Hall.

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PUBLIC NOTICES sists of approximately 85,670 solar panels anticipated to produce approximately 26 megawatts (DC) output on this 285 acre site of which roughly 174 acres will be improved with panels. The Worcester County Planning Commission has reviewed the Longview Solar - Heron Project application and has given a favorable recommendation to the Worcester County Commissioners that the utility scale solar energy system be established.

Longview Solar - Seabeach Project - on property located on the north side of Public Landing Road (MD Route 365), across from the intersection with McCabe's Corner Road.

Located in the Second Tax District of Worcester County, Maryland, the property is designated on Tax Map 64 as Parcels 4, 71 & 72. The proposed project consists of approximately 63,320 solar panels anticipated to produce approximately 18 megawatts (DC) output on this 258 acre site of which roughly 112 acres will be improved with panels. The Worcester County Planning Commission has reviewed the Longview Solar - Seabeach Project application and has given a favorable recommendation to the Worcester County Commissioners that the utility scale solar energy system be established.

Pursuant to Sections 1-114 and 1344 of the Worcester County Zoning Ordinance, the County Commissioners will hold PUBLIC HEARINGS on TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 6, 2016 at 11:00 A.M. in the COUNTY COMMISSIONERS’ MEETING ROOM Room 1101, Worcester County Government Center One West Market Street, Snow Hill, Maryland 21863 At said public hearings, the County Commissioners will consider the utility scale solar energy systems and the recommendations of the Planning Commission, any proposed restrictions, conditions or limitations as may be deemed by them to be appropriate to preserve, improve, or protect the general character and design of the lands and improvements being developed, and the advisability of reserving the power and authority to approve or disapprove the design of the building, construction, landscaping or other improvements, alterations, and changes made or to be made on the subject lands to assure conformity with the intent and purpose of applicable State laws and regulations and the County Zoning Ordinance.

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NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT NOTICE TO CREDITORS NOTICE TO UNKNOWN HEIRS Estate No. 16611 TO ALL PERSONS INTERESTED IN THE ESTATE OF DOMINICK L. USIONDEK JR. Notice is given that Anne Usiondek, 5535 Casson Neck Road, Cambridge, MD 21613, was on August 05, 2016 appointed Personal Representative of the estate of Dominick L. uiondek Jr. who died on july 21, 2016, with a will.

Further information can be obtained by reviewing the estate file in the office of the Register of Wills or by contacting the personal representative or the attorney.

All persons having any objection to the appointment (or to the probate of the decedent’s will) shall file their objections with the Register of Wills on or before the 5th day of February, 2017.

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 no-

tice, notifying the creditor that the claim will be barred unless the creditor presents the claims within two months from the mailing or other delivery of the notice. A claim not presented or filed on or before that date, or any extension provided by law, is unenforceable thereafter. Claim forms may be obtained from the Register of Wills.

Anne Usiondek Personal Representative True Test Copy Charlotte K. Cathell Register of Wills Worcester County One W. Market Street Room 102 - Court House Snow Hill, MD 21863-1074 Name of newspaper designated by personal representative: Ocean City Digest Date of publication: August 18, 2016 OCD-8/18/3t _________________________________ JAMES H. PORTER JR., ESQ 111 VINE STREET POCOMOKE CITY, MD 21851

NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT NOTICE TO CREDITORS NOTICE TO UNKNOWN HEIRS Estate No. 16617 TO ALL PERSONS INTERESTED IN THE ESTATE OF DOROTHY M. WILLING Notice is given that James W. Willing, 14239 Isaacs Road, Milton, DE 19968, was on August 10, 2016 appointed Personal Representative of the estate of Dorothy M. Willing who died on July 9, 2016, with a will.

Further information can be obtained by reviewing the estate file in the office of the Register of Wills or by contacting the personal representative or the attorney.

All persons having any objection to the appointment (or to the probate of the decedent’s will) shall file their objections with the Register of Wills on or before the 10th day of February, 2017.

Any person having a claim against the decedent must present the claim to the undersigned personal representative or file it with the Register of Wills with a copy to the undersigned on or before the earlier of the following dates: (1) Six months from the date of the decedent’s death, except if the decedent died before October 1, 1992, nine months from the date of the decedent’s death; or (2) Two months after the personal representative mails or otherwise delivers to the creditor a copy of this published notice or other written notice, notifying the creditor that the claim will be barred unless the creditor presents the claims within two months from the mailing or other delivery of the notice. A claim not presented or filed on or before that date, or any extension provided by law, is unenforceable thereafter. Claim forms may be obtained from the Register of Wills.

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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: August 18, 2016 OCD-8/18/3t _________________________________ IN THE ORPHANS’ COURT FOR (OR) BEFORE THE REGISTER OF WILLS FOR WORCESTER COUNTY, MARYLAND IN THE ESTATE OF: ROBERT W. COLEBURN ESTATE NO. 16466

NOTICE OF JUDICIAL PROBATE To all Persons Interested in the above estate: You are hereby notified that a petition has been filed by Rikki Drykerman, Esquire, 110 N. Washington Street, #500, Rockville, MD 20850 for judicial probate of the will dated 04/18/20997 and 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 09/20/2016 at 10:00 a.m.

This hearing may be transferred or postponed to a subsequent time.

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TERENCE M. McCARTHY KAREN McCARTHY Defendants IN THE CIRCUIT COURT WORCESTER COUNTY STATE OF MARYLAND CASE NO. 23-C-16-0250

NOTICE ORDERED, by the Circuit Court for Worcester County this 15th day of August, 2016, that the foreclosure sale of the property mentioned in these proceedings and described as 102 Hingham Lane, #27, Ocean Pines, MD 21811, made and reported

by James E. Clubb, Jr., Trustee, be RATIFIED AND CONFIRMED, unless cause to the contrary thereof be shown on or before the 12th day of September, 2016, 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 5th day of September, 2016.

The Report states the amount of

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PUBLIC NOTICES the sale to be $1,000.00.

Susan R. Braniecki Clerk True Copy Test: Susan R. Braniecki Clerk of the Circuit Court Worcester County, MD OCD-8/18/3t _________________________________ A GILLIS ALLEN II, ESQ. ALLEN & ASSOCIATES, CHTD 207 DOWNTOWN PLAZA P.O. BOX 990 SALISBURY, MD 21803-0990

NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT NOTICE TO CREDITORS NOTICE TO UNKNOWN HEIRS Estate No. 16622 TO ALL PERSONS INTERESTED IN THE ESTATE OF JAMES C. FALCON Notice is given that Jofran Falcon, 29 Mallard Drive, Berlin, MD 21811, was on August 15, 2016 appointed Personal Representative of the estate of James C. Falcon who died on July 27, 2016, with a will.

Further information can be obtained by reviewing the estate file in the office of the Register of Wills or by contacting the personal representative or the attorney.

All persons having any objection to the appointment (or to the probate of the decedent’s will) shall file their

objections with the Register of Wills on or before the 15th day of February, 2017.

Any person having a claim against the decedent must present the claim to the undersigned personal representative or file it with the Register of Wills with a copy to the undersigned on or before the earlier of the following dates: (1) Six months from the date of the decedent’s death, except if the decedent died before October 1, 1992, nine months from the date of the decedent’s death; or (2) Two months after the personal representative mails or otherwise delivers to the creditor a copy of this published notice or other written notice, notifying the creditor that the claim will be barred unless the creditor presents the claims within two months from the mailing or other delivery of the notice. A claim not presented or filed on or before that date, or any extension provided by law, is unenforceable thereafter. Claim forms may be obtained from the Register of Wills.

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NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF APPOINTMENT OF FOREIGN PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE ESTATE NO. 16620 Notice is given that the Circuit Court of Spotsylvania County, VA appointed Lorretta Eileen Erickson, 6048 Redwood Lane, Alexandria, VA 22310 as the Personal Representative of the Estate of Jean Marie Erickson who died on December 31, 2015 domiciled in Virginia, USA. The Maryland resident agent for service of process is Christopher T. Woodley whose address is 3509 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, MD 21842.

At the time of death, the decedent owned real or leasehold property in the following Maryland counties:

Worcester.

All persons having claims against the decedent must file their claims with the Register of Wills for Worcester County with a copy to the foreign personal representative on or before the earlier of the following dates: (1) Six months from the date of the decedent’s death, except if the decedent died before October 1, 1992, nine months from the date of the decedent’s death; or (2) Two months after the foreign personal representative mails or delivers to the creditor a copy of this published notice or other written notice, notifying the creditor that the claim will be barred unless the creditor presents the claim within two months from the mailing or other delivery of the notice. Claims filed after that date or after a date extended by law will be barred.

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Commentary

Fishing restrictions

Ocean City government is attempting to kill a gnat with a sledgehammer again, this time passing an ordinance that outlaws taking a kayak or paddle board out beyond the surf in order to drop a fishing rig into deeper water.

The reason, the City Council decided this week when it also banned another technique, is someone might catch a large shark, drag it onto the beach, attract sightseers who might get too close and …

Despite the apparent desire of this local government to control the air, land and sea in as many circumstances as possible, there is one good reason for the ordinance.

A relatively new surf fishing technique involves the use of a small compressed air cannon that fires a bullet-like frozen bait projectile up to 1,000 feet offshore. Some of these contraptions have been used locally to catch large sharks, which are hauled onto the beach and photographed with onlookers for a fee.

That’s a dangerous practice and shouldn’t be allowed. The Delaware legislature this year prohibited air cannon fishing in state parks, not because of what they might be used to catch, but because they are too much like weapons. Anything that shoots a mortar-sized projectile is a concern on a populated beach and should be prohibited.

The thing is, though, using various nontraditional means of getting a fishing rig out beyond the breakers doesn’t mean the angler is targeting sharks. There are, as they say, many fish in the sea and most surf anglers are pursuing them — rockfish, drum, kingfish, bluefish, flounder — not sharks.

What they catch, if they’re lucky, is not just a matter of where or how they are fishing, as the council erroneously believes, it also depends on the fishing tackle and bait or lure they use. An angler is not going to catch large sharks with a hook and line suitable for snapper blues or 10-inch kingfish.

Obviously, the councilmembers have no fishing experience, considering that an initial idea was to ban landing sharks on the beach under any circumstances, as if the angler has any idea what’s on the line until he or she sees it.

While barring the use of air cannons makes sense, prohibiting the use of paddle-powered watercraft to get the bait where it needs to be does not, because it assumes that shark fishing is the only thing taking place, regardless of hook size, bait, lure, rod and line strength. Catch a big shark on a 2/0 hook baited with a sand flea? Not hardly.

Incidentally, big sharks can be caught relatively close to shore at times without special equipment. It is the ocean, after all, and things live in it.

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They must be after me

By Stewart Dobson Editor/Publisher In the interest of full disclosure as it relates to an editorial criticizing local government’s new ban on certain fishing techniques, I must report that I own a kayak from which fishing is periodically attempted.

Note that I said “fishing,” and not “catching,” a distinction that might keep me out of prison were I to be hauled in by the local constabulary for launching my vessel from the beach and, in violation of the new law, dropping a line and returning, all in the pursuit of Moby Trout or something.

I certainly hope this difference works for my defense, because I wouldn’t want to be locked up with Bubba and his hairy knuckles in the Big House and have him ask, “Watcha in for, killer?” and I’d have to respond, “felonious floundering with intent to eat it.”

There’s just no way to make that sound tough. In terms of gaining Bubba’s respect, I’d be just as well off if I spilled it with an Elmer Fudd voice: “Ohhhhhhh, widing in my kayak twying to get a wascally wockfish.

Heheheheheh.”

I think you could pretty much forget that as a moment of mutual high regard.

The truth is I have never taken my kayak in the ocean because I can just as easily not catch anything to brag about much closer to home. I might want to give it a try, but nooooooo. I might inadvertently catch Jaws on my Popeil Pocket Fisherman and then there’d be hell to pay. The law is the law.

What peeves me about this new ordinance isn’t that it stops me from doing something I had been doing, because I

haven’t been doing it. It’s just that I’m beginning to feel targeted.

First, they outlawed smoking on the beach and I complied without complaint. It might be the dead of winter, with ice forming on my fishing reel and the only living creature in sight being a raggedy gull trying to sneak into my bait bag, when it occurs to me that I could light up and no one would know.

But no, it’s against the law. Besides, the gull might be wired. You just don’t know what these federal grants will buy anymore.

Then they attempted to knock all drones out of the local sky, including mine, with a resortwide no-fly zone.

I’m now officially a hobbyist, having been yelled at by the FAA, and all those rules do not necessarily apply. But do I do it? No, that would be against the rules.

Now, I’m guessing that someone said, “What else does he enjoy doing that we can outlaw? Kayak fishing? I’m in.”

The next thing you know, they’ll be electronically reading and recording my license plates as I return to town from smoking, fishing and drone flying out in the uncharted territories just because I have a set of tags. Oh, wait. They’ve been doing that for going on four years.

I am beginning to believe there is some truth to the unconfirmed report that City Hall’s secret long-range plan is to have everyone, all visitors and residents, encased in bubble wrap and topped off with foil hats to protect them from themselves, each other, the forces of nature and all creatures great and small.

After all, you can’t be too careful when you’re having fun. The thing is, you can’t let anyone know about it, because then ... well, you know.

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