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Beachgoers stay ashore because of sea nettles Beach Patrol Capt. Butch Arbin says this year’s swarm of stinging Atlantic sea nettles is the worst he’s ever seen. — PAGE 74
Local ospreys suffering from Sports complex site selected food shortage BRIAN SHANE/OCTODAYDISPATCH
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Surfers Healing, a one-day surf camp for children and young adults with autism, came to Ocean City on Wednesday. Participating pro surfers helped kids to experience catching a wave. The nonprofit that runs the event is celebrating its 30th year in 2026. See more photos on page 84.
City Council agrees to take next step in acquiring large tract of land on Route 50, west of Berlin, for $8.7 million. Officials say no property tax revenue will be spent on project. — PAGE 3
Howard County company wants county’s OK to spread its compost on ag property. Composted humans, that is. — PAGE 10
Like their counterparts on the Chesapeake Bay, ospreys in the coastal bays area are experiencing nesting failures because of a lack of food. — PAGE 80
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OC Council pursuing Berlin property for sports complex By Bethany Hooper Associate Editor (Aug. 14, 2026) The Town of Ocean City will take the next step in acquiring a 193-acre property for the development of a sports complex. In a 7-0 vote, the Ocean City Council on Tuesday agreed to proceed with an $8.7 million purchase contract for two parcels of land along Route 50, just west of Berlin. The property, owned by Harrison Farms LLC, will be used to develop an indoor-outdoor sports facility, assuming the city receives the necessary approvals and state funding to make the project a reality. “The site meets all of our traffic concerns, provides ample on-site parking options, and provides accessibility to major routes, major roadways,” Tourism and Business Development Director Tom Perlozzo told the council this week. “The property size allows for potential future expansion, and the site is visible from Route 50, which makes it in close proximity to Ocean City’s existing tourism infrastructure.” In February, the Town of Ocean City announced it would explore other locations for a sports complex following backlash from nearby residents regarding a proposal to build the facility on a 95-acre property next to Stephen Decatur High School, also owned by the Harrison family. The city had offered to pay $8 million for the site, but resident concerns over traffic, impacts on emergency services and other issues prompted officials to look elsewhere.
The newly identified property is located approximately three miles west of the site previously considered near Stephen Decatur High School, Perlozzo reported this week, and offers nearly twice the acreage for about $700,000 more. In his presentation to the City Council, he asked for its support to move forward with an ordinance, allowing the acquisition. “So, using the recent appraisal, we are recommending to purchase the property at $8.7 million,” he said. “Of course, with any contract, we have some contingencies that would allow us to cancel the contract, pending the necessary state funding or any regulatory matters that are not satisfied. We will pay the seller a deposit that will be retained by the seller provided that they clear title of the contracted parcels and a necessary ordinance to purchase the property is passed by you all.” From the outset, city officials have made it clear that any sports complex the city constructs in the coming years would be funded in partnership with the Maryland Stadium Authority. The city’s portion of that cost would come from room tax revenues generated by hotel and vacation rental stays. Last year, the city successfully petitioned the Worcester County Commissioners to increase the room tax rate from 5% to 6%. That increase, officials say, will generate an additional $5 million in room tax revenues for the city each year. Going a step further, the City Council in February amended its room tax See SPORTS Page 6
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Continued from Page 3 policy to allow advertising funds generated from that room tax revenue to also be used for a sports complex. When asked this week if any part of the sports complex project would be funded through residential property taxes, Perlozzo replied, “not a nickel.” In an interview following Tuesday’s meeting, Perlozzo said the city would be meeting with state partners this fall to secure funding for the project, assuming the city ordinance passes its two readings and that the legislation is not petitioned to referendum. While supporters say the sports complex will expand Ocean City’s tourism season and drive economic growth, former councilman Vince Gisriel – who has led or supported various petition efforts in recent years – has shared his staunch opposition to Ocean City’s involvement in the project, pointing to studies showing operational deficits at comparable facilities and market saturation. “I think the record is clear it’s a risky venture at best,” he told the OC Today-Dispatch this week, adding that he would not rule out the possibility of launching a petition effort. However, Perlozzo told city leaders this week that the property acquisition was supported by numerous studies, including those to evaluate feasibility, operating costs, revenue projections, and maintenance and replacement costs. “So, we’ve studied it, and we’re very confident in moving forward with the property,” he said. “The important part is it’s intended to be funded based on the room tax and participation by the Maryland Stadium Authority.” Working with the Maryland Stadium Authority, the city reports it evaluated more than 100 potential properties near Ocean City. Once constructed, the city says the sports complex will be capable of hosting regional tournaments and events. “The facility is also expected to create opportunities for local schools, youth athletics and community programming,” a news release reads.
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Board considers human composting request By Brian Shane Staff Writer (Aug. 14, 2026) Worcester County officials are trying to figure out what happens when someone wants to grow a forest using soil made from composted human remains. “It’s not quite a cemetery, but at the same time, it’s not quite agricultural either. It’s very unique,” said Jennifer Keener, Worcester County’s planning director. Maryland legalized the process of turning human remains into soil two years ago. Now, Earth Funeral, a business that operates a human-composting facility in Howard County, is seeking approval to apply the material on agricultural land outside Snow Hill. The Worcester County Board of Zoning Appeals was scheduled to hear
a request Thursday evening from landowners Horace and Quinna Marshall for a 14-acre property on Scotty Road. The hearing concluded after this publication’s print deadline. Attorney Hugh Cropper, representing the applicants, said the Marshalls are under contract to sell the property to Earth Funeral, contingent on zoning approval. In 2024, Maryland lawmakers approved the Green Death Care Options Act. It created legal alternatives to traditional burial and cremation, including alkaline hydrolysis — a water-based process that uses heat and chemicals to break down human remains. Earth Funeral, which is a licensed state funeral home, opened its Elkridge facility in May. For about $5,000, a “natural organic reduction”
process relies on a chemical-free mixture of wildflowers, wood chips, and microbes to transform a corpse into roughly 300 pounds of soil in about a month, according to CEO Tom Harries. Families can take all, some, or none of the resulting nutrient-rich soil. Donating any of it to help reforest the farmland would be the choice of the decedent or their family, not the company. The company says it chose the Scotty Road property for its conservation value, permeable soils, limited runoff, and lack of wetlands. Earth Funeral says it intends to own the property indefinitely as a conservation site. “We wanted to find land that would be ideal for conservation work – not available to the public and focused on improving soil health and planting na-
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Council selects contractor to lead water plant project By Bethany Hooper Associate Editor (Aug. 14, 2026) Ocean City officials this week selected a local contractor to complete improvements at the 14th Street water treatment plant. On Tuesday, the City Council selected Delmarva Veteran Builders to replace aging windows and doors at the water plant. The work is part of a larger $3.62 million capital project involving water plant improvements throughout town. “Upon internal review, Delmarva Veteran Builders was identified to be the apparent low bid,” Procurement Manager Matt Perry told the council this week. In July, the council voted to cover projects at both the solid waste transfer station and the city’s water treatment plants, with costs to be reimbursed with bond financing. The bulk of that money – $3,625,000 – would be used for a new generator and day tank at the 44th Street water plant, the recoating of a chlorine scrubber system at the Gorman Avenue water plant, and new windows and metal doors at the 14th Street water plant.
At the 14th Street plant alone, chemical fumes and exposure have damaged windows and doors, which have rusted frames and etched hardware, according to a staff report. And late last month, the council voted unanimously to accept the nine bids it received for the project. Those proposals ranged from $595,762 to $1,241,000, with the lowest bid disqualified for not meeting the submission requirements. Delmarva Veteran Builders was the next lowest bid. During Tuesday’s work session, the City Council voted unanimously to award the bid in the amount of $639,900 to Delmarva Veteran Builders, with expenditures not to exceed $800,000. “The request for the expenditure approval of up to $800,000 addresses completion of the project scope while providing contingency funding for unknowns that may be identified during project completion,” Perry said. In addition to awarding a project, city officials this week also accepted four bids for painting and repair at the 1st Street and 100th Street water tanks. Proposals ranged from $591,675 to $875,200.
Beachgoers skirt OC’s new canopy laws, director says By Bethany Hooper Associate Editor (Aug. 14, 2026) Emergency Services Director Joe Theobald told city officials this week that beachgoers are getting creative when it comes to reserving space for their canopies. During a biweekly update on the city’s new beach enforcement division, Theobald told members of the Ocean City Council that enforcement personnel continue to maintain a presence along Ocean City’s beaches. And while no additional citations have been issued since last month’s report, he said staff are seeing a new trend that skirts the newly enacted canopy regulations. “There is some creativity though now,” he said. “People are learning that if they put a lot of chairs out, they can come back and get their real estate when they put their tent up later. So, we’re watching it.” Earlier this year, the council voted to create a new division, which would spend the first summer season educating the public on the city’s beach regulations, including newly enacted tent and canopy laws. Those laws – passed last year and amended in the spring – ban beach tents (with the exception of tents used for babies) and prohibit beachgoers from erecting beach canopies before 10
a.m. and then leaving those canopies unattended; prohibit beach canopies larger than 15-by-15 feet; require a 3foot separation around a canopy’s perimeter; and require the anchoring for such canopies to be contained within the canopy’s footprint. So far this season, the new division has tagged 2,363 unoccupied canopies, followed up with 1,631 owners and made contact with 4,350 people involving the canopy ordinance. Beyond the canopy regulations, the beach enforcement division also enforced 1,079 other ordinance violations, with the bulk of the issues involving loud music and alcohol consumption, Theobald said. The division has also recorded 503 dogs on the beach. To date, just four citations have been issued. “It’s a successful program,” Theobald said, “and it will be up to you to decide if you want to continue this next summer.” Mayor Rick Meehan said he has also seen chairs lined up along the beach, with the intent of reserving oceanfront real estate. He said those actions defeated the purpose of the canopy ordinance. “Unattended property is unattended property,” Theobald replied, “and at the end of the season I will come back with some recommendations."
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Ocean City Council cuts ties with lobbyist Bruce Bereano Longtime Annapolis fixer went to bat for resort on offshore wind, car rallies By Bethany Hooper Associate Editor (Aug. 14, 2026) The Town of Ocean City is seeking government relations firms to represent them in Annapolis after deciding not to renew the city’s contract with lobbyist Bruce Bereano. At the start of Tuesday’s work session of the City Council, Council President Matt James shared a report on a nearly three-hour-long closed session meeting held last Thursday in City Hall. There, six council members, alongside city staff, interviewed representatives of two Annapolisbased government relations firms – Manis Canning & Associates and Boston & Plaut Law Firm. “I can confirm that the Town of Ocean City is not renewing our contract for lobbying services with Bruce Bereano and that we are in the process of interviewing other firms,” James told the OC Today-Dispatch in a statement Wednesday. “With several significant initiatives on the horizon that will require close coordination with the State, the Council believes it is appropriate to evaluate whether we have the representation that best aligns with Ocean City’s priorities.” He added, “This process is about ensuring the Town has the strongest possible advocacy for the work ahead and the best fit for our evolving needs. I am optimistic that we will be in a position to announce our new lobbyist by the end of the month.” Bereano, one of the most well-
known lobbyists in Annapolis, has represented Ocean City’s interests in state and federal government since September of 2017. A current filing with the Maryland State Ethics Commission shows the Town of Ocean City as one of his 54 clients, joining other government agencies such as Caroline County Commissioners, Washington County Commissioners and the Wicomico County Executive’s Office. While the city initially hired him to assist in its fight against offshore wind, Bereano has since focused on other state issues and legislative initiatives, including the special event zone legislation targeting the unsanctioned pop-up car rallies that plagued Ocean City for years. He currently receives $70,000 a year from the city, paid in quarterly installments. “I was originally hired to work on offshore wind, but as it quickly developed it was expanded very greatly,” Bereano told the OC Today-Dispatch this week. “I watched very closely the General Assembly, every session, testified on bills that impacted Ocean City – good or bad – I developed legislative relationships for the town, and I worked very closely with the town and the mayor on the vehicle takeover. That was a successful effort by all.” When reached for comment this week, Bereano acknowledged the end of his working relationship with the city. However, he praised his time representing the city in Annapolis. “I thoroughly enjoyed and have been extremely fortunate and honored to have represented the Town of Ocean City for the number of years that I have,” he said. “It’s been a real high point in my career.”
Worcester pushing seafood in new marketing campaign County tourism officials promoting briny seafood caught in coastal bays By Brian Shane Staff Writer (Aug. 14, 2026) New York City has pizza. Maine has lobsters. Texas does barbecue, and even Virginia has peanuts. Now, tourism officials on Maryland’s Coast say they’re hungry for a foodie identity of their own. Of course, Maryland and blue crabs already go together like Old Bay and newsprint – but oysters, clams, and bay scallops grown in the coastal bays have never enjoyed quite the same recognition.
With that in mind, the county will formally launch a new marketing campaign called Maryland’s Coast Shellfish on Aug. 20 at Baywater Landing in Snow Hill. The name builds on the “Maryland’s Coast” branding that Worcester County already uses to market the county as a tourism destination. Tourism officials are hanging that campaign on the one thing they say sets oysters and scallops harvested from the coastal bays apart from the competition: salt. “The natural salinity of our waters contributes to a brinier, more flavorful product that is highly desirable for its taste and quality,” said Brianna Dix, communications and marketing See SEAFOOD Page 14
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By Bethany Hooper Associate Editor (Aug. 14, 2026) Ocean City’s wastewater department will begin inspecting the city’s concrete sewer lines after a main failure this past winter revealed holes in the material. During a work session Tuesday, the City Council voted to piggyback off a national, competitively bid contract and work with RedZone Robotics Inc. The company, Public Works Director Hal Adkins said, will inspect nearly 35,000 linear feet of concrete sewer pipe constructed decades ago. “You can imagine as the town was growing, and they put in a central sewer system, the piping system I’m discussing is that original piping,” he said. Adkins told council members this week that issues were first realized this winter, when a portion of the road failed in the area of 49th Street. While crews initially believed the sinkhole to be the result of a leak in storm drain pipe, an excavation revealed that a portion of the concrete sewer main had deteriorated, leaving holes at the top.
While temporary repairs were made until work can be completed later this year, Adkins said he was seeking an inspection of the city’s concrete sewer pipes, which have been in place since the 64th Street wastewater treatment plant was constructed in 1969. The hydrogen sulfide gases that result from wastewater can damage concrete over a long duration, staff reported, and that an inspection was needed to gain a better understanding of the pipe network. “Realizing what we discovered at 49th Street, it is a prudent measure on our part to clean, videotape and X-ray the balance of the piping from that point in history, to assure ourselves that the failure at 49th Street was, in fact, an isolated situation,” Adkins said, adding that the inspection would span from 27th Street to 145th Street. Procurement Manager Matt Perry said staff recommend using a national Sourcewell contract, which underwent a competitive solicitation process. He said an evaluation of vendors showed that RedZone Robotics scored highly. “Furthermore, if we are to move forward with this, we are eligible to receive a 7% discount off of list pricing, as well as quantity and volume discounts for requested services based on the amount of lineal feet Hal talked
about,” he said. After further discussion, the council voted unanimously to use RedZone Robotics to complete the inspection work, with costs not to exceed $330,000. Staff said capital funds from the wastewater department’s account will cover the cost. “I do not need the appropriation of any supplemental funding,” Adkins said. “The wastewater department already has the funding set aside for this.” Also on Tuesday, the council voted unanimously to award Pyrz Water Supply Co., Inc. a sole source contract to replace defective holding tank mixers at the 64th Street wastewater plant. Perry said the mixers will be replaced with a different brand, which can only be sourced from that company. Staff say the replacement will cost just over $662,000, of which $85,000 was budgeted in the current fiscal year. As part of the request, the City Council granted the use of $600,000 from wastewater fund balance to cover the difference, as well as any unplanned expenses. “For the record, it is noteworthy that the Wastewater Department is returning ‘in excess of $600,000’ to Fund Balance from closing out FY26,” a staff report reads.
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OC police department gives update on July service calls Service calls increased 8% compared to the time last summer, the agency reports
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In total, the department received 10,072 service calls, an 8% increase from last year. Traffic stops continue to top the list of service calls, climbing from 912 in July of 2025 to 1,237 in July of 2026. Austin attributed that increase – a seven-year high – to the implementation of new in-car license plate readers. “They continue to be a terrific asset, enforcing traffic violations throughout town,” he said. “And it’s the way we’re using our LPR systems. If you see us, we are doing more saturation patrols at [routes] 50 and 90.” Austin also noted an uptick in city ordinance violations, a six-year high in disorderly conduct calls, and a sixyear high in domestic dispute calls. He said calls for assaults that already occur had also increased from 48 last July to 62 this July. “A lot of this is attributed to the Fourth of July weekend,” he said. Austin also told commission members this week that changes in technology have also led to an increase in stalking and harassment calls, which are up from six to 26. That number, he said, represents a seven-year high. “Based on the CAD notes for these [calls for service], the majority of these calls entail unwanted electronic communication from a subject,” he said. “And other calls involve someone physically showing up in the reporting party’s presence and disturbing them after being told to leave them alone.” Under July enforcement, custodial arrests increased from 253 to 295, while criminal citations decreased from eight to five. Austin added that while drug arrests were down and DUI arrests were nearly unchanged, weapons arrests had increased from 13 to 19. Half those weapons incidents occurred north of 33rd Street. Austin said it is typical to see a majority of those incidents south of 33rd Street. “We saw a little bit of a shift …,” he said. “But again, I attribute it to the Fourth of July.”
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Bond sale to fund projects, possible OC land acquisition Funding will support seven initiatives, including water treatment plant, road work By Bethany Hooper Associate Editor (Aug. 14, 2026) A bond sale to be held later this year will fund an estimated $17.25 million in capital projects for the Town of Ocean City. On Tuesday, the Ocean City Council approved a proposal involving seven projects and voted to proceed with the first reading of an ordinance, to be held next week. The council’s vote will allow the city to move forward with a bond sale that will finance redevelopment and rehabilitation projects in the coming year. During this week’s work session, Finance Director Shawn Bunting told city leaders the list of capital projects include the water treatment plant improvements, estimated at $3.62 million, convention center kitchen and concession renovations, estimated at $1.5 million, solid waste transfer station rehabilitation, estimated at $2.4 million, and land acquisition, estimated at $3 million. “We are interested in another
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piece of property that we are trying to pursue,” Council President Matt James said in an interview Wednesday. When asked if the purchase was tied to the need for downtown parking, he replied “not directly,” although he declined to elaborate further. The project list also includes the second phase of a taxiway relocation, currently estimated at $530,000, the 61st Street Racquet Center redevelopment, estimated at $2.4 million, and the Baltimore Avenue redevelopment, estimated at $5 million. “That brings the new total estimated project costs at $17,255,000,” Bunting said, “and current estimated cost of issuance is at $200,000, which will bring the total potential bonded debt to just under $17.5 million.” Bunting said the seven projects, including the last-minute addition of a land acquisition project, brought the annual general fund debt service to roughly $920,000. That includes $300,000 a year for the water treatment plant, $120,000 for the convention center and $40,000 for the taxiway relocation. “I’ll get more accurate figures once we get another debt service schedule from our municipal advisors,” he told officials this week. “The bond sale is tentatively scheduled for Thursday, Oct. 29, and settlement will be two weeks after that on Nov. 12.” Public Works Director Hal Adkins detailed some of the projects falling under his purview, including the racquet center project, which is in the pre-bidding phase, and the taxiway relocation, which is currently in its second phase. Through state and federal grants, he said, the city is receiving a $10 million project at a $530,000 price tag. Adkins also delved into the Baltimore Avenue project, for which the city has received a $20 million federal earmark. He said the $5 million match from Ocean City will be used to redevelop the corridor, starting at North Division Street and moving north until the money runs out. “That project is currently under design for the purpose of bidding it and going to construction starting in the fall of 2027,” he said. When asked how far north the Baltimore Avenue project would go, Adkins said the base design encompasses North Division Street to 9th Street. “I really seriously doubt I’ll ever make it to 15th Street,” he replied. “I’m hopeful I’ll make it to 9th.” Following staff’s presentation, the City Council voted 7-0 to approve the capital projects and to move forward with a first reading on Aug. 17.
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Quiet Storm presents $25K donation to resort surf club
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Quiet Storm Assistant Manager Christian Bruder and General Manager Caleigh Wooten present a donation to Ocean City Surf Club President Brad Hoffman on Friday, Aug. 7.
By Brian Shane Staff Writer (Aug. 14, 2026) When Bill Dreibelbis got up to speak at the Ocean City Surf Club’s awards ceremony, nobody knew he was about to announce a $25,000 donation. Apparently, neither did he. The Quiet Storm Surf Shop owner said he had spent the days before the June 19 event thinking about the late Tommy Vach and feeling that he should do more for the organization Vach had led. “You gotta do more. You gotta help out more,” Dreibelbis recalled thinking. Vach, the Surf Club’s longtime leader, died suddenly June 17 at age 66. Dreibelbis said the two never knew
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OCPD cop under investigation in Del. resigns Delaware State Police said to be investigating husband and wife from Selbyville By Bethany Hooper Associate Editor (Aug. 14, 2026) Cpl. Benjamin Berry, the Ocean City Police Department officer involved in an ongoing criminal investigation in Delaware, has resigned. Police Chief Ray Austin reported Berry's resignation at Monday’s meeting of the Ocean City Police Commission. In an update on staffing levels, the chief told members that Berry had been suspended with pay since early June. “As we talked about in the last police commission meeting, we did have one officer who was suspended with
pay,” Austin told commission members Monday. “That officer, Cpl. Benjamin Berry, has resigned from the Ocean City Police Department, pending termination.” In June, Delaware State Police launched an investigation into the possibility that Berry and his wife, Kimberly – a special education teacher with Worcester County Public Schools – were involved in some sort of child exploitation. Delaware police offered no information about what prompted the investigation into the Selbyville, Del., couple, although they were contacted by local authorities because of jurisdictional issues. However, it appeared the two were already in trouble with their respective employers when the Delaware State Police investigation began.
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Kimberly Berry, who already faced job performance problems, according to sources outside the school system, was fired by the board of education last month, while Benjamin Berry was on administrative leave for an unrelated matter within the police department. The administrative investigation into that latter incident has concluded, Austin said this week, adding that he was prepared to recommend termination to the Ocean City Trial Board. However, he said Berry had since handed in his resignation, effective Aug. 6. “The second administrative investigation has not been completed at the time of his resignation due to Delaware State Police’s investigation,” he said this week. “So, he has resigned and is no longer a member of the
Ocean City Police Department.” OCPD Deputy Communications Manager Ashley Miller said this week that the department would present its findings of the second administrative investigation once it concludes. However, as Berry is no longer employed with the police department, no discipline will be recommended. Berry, who served as a seasonal officer for two years before joining the force full-time in 2012, worked in the patrol division. In 2019, the community rallied around Berry and his family when he was diagnosed with advanced testicular cancer. Through a GoFundMe campaign organized by Kimberly Berry, the family received more than $27,000 in donations to help make ends meet while her husband received treatment.
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Gummies, Fireball A Maryland woman was charged last month after her friend told police she was driving while using psychedelic mushrooms. On July 26, at 2:37 in the morning, Ocean City police went to 67th Street after a woman expressed concern to authorities that her friend should not be driving. Melissa Rice, 35, of Mardela Springs, admitted to police she had “micro dosed ‘shrooms,’” according to the police report, but told officers she uses the psychedelic drug “responsibly … I’m not an idiot.” Police searched Rice’s vehicle and found two boxes labeled “Shrumfuzed Shrum Gummies,” with each box containing 10 gummies when purchased. Additionally, police located a black fixed-length baton measuring 18 to 24 inches length that is illegal in Ocean City. Police also found an opened bottle of Fireball cinnamon whiskey in the rear passenger seat. Rice has been charged with controlled dangerous substance possession-not cannabis, possession of a baton and open container.
Suspected drug den raid Police arrested a Bishopville man on drug charges following a raid on a suspected drug-dealing operation in a Berlin residence.
On Aug. 5, members of the Worcester County Criminal Enforcement Team and the Worcester County Sheriff’s Office Tactical Armed Response Team executed a search warrant at a Cannery Way home, which police identified as a place where drugs are bought, sold and used. Inside, they found and detained a dozen individuals, some of whom were trying to hide themselves or conceal drugs when police arrived. Police found cocaine, plastic baggies, and a digital scale, court documents state. Police said one man at the scene, Clement L. Johnson, Jr., 43, was known to police. He was arrested and charged with drug possession with intent to distribute and drug possession-not cannabis.
Cookout ruined A severely intoxicated Harford County man allegedly spat on police and ruined an outdoor cookout at 37th Street before being arrested for assault. Around 6:45 p.m. on Aug. 8, Ocean City Police responded to a reported theft of a backpack from an Uber at a mid-town hotel. They arrived to find Brendan Bethea, 28, of Pylesville, bloodied and on the ground. Bystanders who were nearby grilling hot dogs and hamburgers told police Bethea showed up to their cookout while being chased by another group
of men. Bethea told police the men were fraternity brothers who had been following him. The bystanders tried to intervene in the altercation. Bethea responded by flipping the table holding the portable grill, ruining 7 hamburgers and 14 hot dogs, court documents state. Later, while in police custody, Bethea was taken to the hospital. Police held him in a restraining device after he continued to be aggressive and ignored police commands. Police said Bethea’s behavior included grabbing and twisting a policeman’s wrist and deliberately spitting on him multiple times. Medical staff around Bethea reacted with disgust, court documents also note. Police charged Bethea with three counts of second-degree assault, disorderly conduct, malicious destruction of property, and intoxicated endangerment.
Jail urination Around 3 a.m. on Aug. 6, Ocean City Police responded to a reported domestic dispute at a 139th Street condominium. A woman there told police she feared for her safety. She agreed to depart for a friend’s place at a different condo building if the man, identified by police as Charles Thomas Cornell, 25, of Frederick, would stay put. Shortly afterward, police reported seeing Cornell on foot, approaching the friend’s condo, where he ignored “no trespassing” signs. Police arrested Cornell for trespassing and resisting arrest. While in police custody, Cornell reportedly urinated deliberately on the door and floor of his temporary holding cell, according to court documents.
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Convention center director to retire from city in Sept. Noccolino’s 14-year career includes overseeing center expansion, event growth (Aug. 14, 2026) Roland E. Powell Convention Center Director Larry Noccolino has announced his retirement following 14 years with the Town of Ocean City. Noccolino joined the town in May 2012 after a career in the hospitality, convention, and club management industries. Noccolino’s tenure coincided with a period of significant expansion at the convention center. He joined city government during the first phase of a major facility expansion, which added the bayfront ballroom and dockside exhibit hall. A second phase, completed in 2014, included the addition of the Ocean City Performing Arts Center. The third phase was completed in January 2021 and added approximately 30,000 square feet of exhibit space and the 15,000-square-foot bayfront gallery. Together, the expansions increased the Convention Center’s ca-
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Town seeks larger county dumpster Staff say overflowing waste has resulted in additional commercial trash pickups By Tara Fischer Staff Writer (Aug. 14, 2026) Berlin officials are seeking approval from county government for a larger dumpster on countyowned property to address a buildup of commercial trash the town’s public works department says is becoming more than it can handle. The issue of overflowing waste from downtown businesses was back up for discussion at the Town Council’s meeting Monday night. In July, Berlin Public Works Director Jimmy Charles reported that 11 shared commercial trash containers used by town businesses are consistently overflowing, to the point that lids cannot close and waste ends up on the ground. The issue has persisted since the spring. According to Charles, this spot on Pitts Street requires twice-a-week trash collection, on Mondays and Fridays, despite the businesses paying only for once a week. He maintained that while the cans should realistically be emptied even more frequently, his crew cannot continue to provide the current rate of service, citing a lack of manpower and increasing waste volume.
The public works director had initially recommended that these businesses seek outside trash collection from private companies. However, an alternate suggestion was agreed upon Monday night. Marcos Lopez, co-owner of 410 Social, which has four of the 11 Pitts Street cans, came before the Berlin Mayor and Council this week, where he said that his business takes as much waste
‘If you all are open to the location of the current dumpster, and they’re a government entity, they’re easier to work with, usually. So, let’s start there. But if it doesn’t work then we’ll need to do this again.’ Zack Tyndall, Berlin Mayor as it can from the Pitts Street receptacles and moves it to a four-yard dumpster on the Worcester County Dental Center’s property. 410 Social shares this garbage bin with a downtown retail operation. The Salisbury-based Chesapeake Waste Industries empties the dumpster. Lopez said the trash volume exceeds the capacity of the four-yard container, but the dental building’s property owner, Worcester County, is
opposed to getting a larger bin. “It’s not our property…They don’t care for anything larger than [four yards],” Lopez said. However, to address the trash overflow, the Town of Berlin has suggested advocating for the procurement of an eight-yard dumpster, to be paid for by 410 Social. Under this solution, the town will also continue to offer once-aweek trash collection for the Pitts Street cans. Berlin Mayor Zack Tyndall said his office would email the Worcester County Commissioners this week about securing the new bin. If they are unwilling to compromise, however, Tyndall said a new remedy would need to be presented. “If you all are open to the location of the current dumpster, and they’re a government entity, they’re easier to work with, usually,” Tyndall said. “So, let’s start there. But if it doesn’t work then we’ll need to do this again.” 410 Social agreed with the recommendation. However, Lopez added that 410 Social would be willing to pay for a second trash collection from the town, if need be. Still, the municipality maintained that they cannot continue to provide the twice-a-week pickup. “We can’t do the second pick up,” Tyndall said. “Our staff could not handle that all the time moving forward.”
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Ceremony to celebrate local female leaders Driven Over Given to honor six women for leadership, service within community
in Leadership Awards Ceremony will begin promptly at 4 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 15, at Dr. William Edward Henry Park, 125 Flower Street in Berlin. Award recipients, presenters, families, community leaders, and members of the media are encouraged to gather near the main stage by 3:45 p.m. The ceremony is expected to conclude at approximately 4:30 p.m. with an official group photograph. The ceremony will be a signature feature of a two-day community celebration offering free access to educational opportunities, employers, workforce de-
(Aug. 14, 2026) Driven Over Given Inc.™ will honor six distinguished women whose leadership, service, resilience, stewardship, and community impact continue to build stronger futures throughout Maryland’s Eastern Shore during the 3rd Annual Driven Over Given Community Takeover & College, Workforce, and Resource Fair. The U.N.B.R.E.A.K.A.B.L.E. Women
velopment, supportive services, health and wellness resources, mentorship, community organizations, family activities, entertainment, and giveaways. Dr. Shawn Harris, founder and CEO of Driven Over Given Inc.™, established the recognition to publicly celebrate women whose consistent leadership and service have created meaningful opportunities for individuals, families, institutions, and communities. “Strong communities do not happen by accident,” Harris said. “They are built by leaders who consistently show up, serve with integrity, overcome adversity,
and create opportunities for the next generation. These women demonstrate that leadership is not defined by a title alone. Leadership is revealed through impact, sacrifice, courage, stewardship, resilience, and service.” For Harris, a proud alumnus of Stephen Decatur High School, Class of 1992, his return to Berlin represents more than hosting an annual event. It reflects his commitment to reinvesting his experience, relationships, leadership, and resources into the community that helped shape his life. The following honorees will be rec-
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Program kicks off this weekend ognized for professional excellence, be honored with the Unbreakable Spirit public service, community impact, and Award for her dedication and service to leadership that reflects the values of the community. the U.N.B.R.E.A.K.A.B.L.E. LeaderThe Weekend Takeover Programship Model: ming kicks off on Saturday, Aug. 15 Dr. Kimberly W. Purvis, Dean of Stu- from 1 to 6 p.m. at Dr. William Edward dent Success at Wor-Wic Community Henry Park, located at 125 Flower Street College, will receive the Unbreakable in Berlin. The day’s theme, Access & OpLeader in Education Award. portunity, will connect attendees with Monika L. Brittingham, Warden of college, training, scholarship, and finanEastern Correctional Institution, will be cial aid resources, as well as local emhonored with the Unbreakable Steward- ployers, apprenticeship opportunities, ship Award. career pathways, and Shytina Drum- ‘These women demonstrate that recruiters. mond, the newly apThe event continpointed Warden of leadership is not defined by a title ues on Sunday, Aug. the Worcester alone. Leadership is revealed 16, from 1 to 5 County Jail, will re- through impact, sacrifice, courage,p.m. at Stephen Deceive the Unbreakstewardship, resilience, and catur Park, located able Guardian of at 131 Tripoli Street, service.’ Service Award. Berlin. The second Dr. Shawn Harris, Dr. Roxie Dennis, day, themed Mind, pastor of Ambassa- founder and CEO of Driven Body & Community, dors for Christ Interwill feature a beginOver Given Inc.™ national Ministries ner-level Xtreme and Worcester Hip Hop Step class County Commissioner-Elect for District led by certified coaches, along with 2, will be presented with the Commu- yoga, mindfulness sessions, fitness acnity Unsung Hero Award. tivities, health screenings, and nutriLaurie Anne Brittingham, an educa- tion education. Families can also enjoy tion professional with Worcester County community resources, games, music, Public Schools and Delegate-Elect for entertainment, and giveaways. The Maryland House of Delegates District event is free and open to participants of 38C, will receive the Unbreakable Civic all ages and fitness levels and celeLeadership Award. brates National Wellness Month by Rev. Peggy Briggs, pastor of St. Paul promoting healthy living and commuUnited Methodist Church in Berlin, will nity engagement.
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Prime commercial space now available in highly desirable West Ocean City area & located within the Herring Creek Professional Center. Just off Route 50, this property offers excellent accessibility & visibility for a wide range of businesses. Its proximity to the beach ensures a steady flow of visitors & potential customers year-round. With a strong central location in one of the area's most active corridors, this space presents an outstanding opportunity for a $ new venture or an expanding business.
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‘Artists Paint OC’ continues through Aug. 16 (Aug. 14, 2026) The Art League of Ocean City’s annual “Artists Paint OC Festival and Competition” began on Wednesday and continues through Sunday Aug. 16, when 50+ professional plein air artists paint local landscapes in the area. This is the 21st year for the outdoor painting event in the resort with special celebrations planned throughout the festival. The public is invited to view the art and take home their masterpiece during the “Wet Paint Art Sales” on Saturday, August 15, 5-7 p.m. and Sunday, August 16, 1-3 p.m. at the Ocean City Center for the Arts, 502 94th St. bayside. Admission is free. “Fifty artists will be capturing a moment in time on canvas, and this is your opportunity – one that only happens once a year – to purchase these beautiful original paintings of iconic local scenes that are hot off the easel at very affordable prices,” Rina Thaler, executive director of the Art League, said. “En plein air” is a French expression that means “in the open air,” used to describe the art of painting outdoors. The annual Artists Paint OC Festival brings in more than 50 plein air painters to the resort, all professional regional artists. Artists will paint Wednesday through Saturday and compete for more than $10,000 in cash prizes. On Saturday, August 15, the artists will bring their best work to the Arts Center to be judged by juror Kevin Fitzgerald. The Wet Paint Art Sale begins at 5 p.m., a free celebratory event that brings the artists together with the public with opportunities to purchase more than 250 just-painted landscapes. The party goes until 7 p.m. and includes live music, complimentary hors d’oeuvres and drinks. Sunday morning’s Quick Paint on the Boardwalk on August 16, sponsored by the Ocean City Development Corp., is an easy opportunity for the public to watch the artists paint. Artists gather on the south end of the Ocean City Boardwalk near Thrashers to paint against the clock from 9-11 a.m. They then bring their work to the Arts Center to be judged by Evan Fitzgerald where winners will be announced. “This is an intense competition where artists are given two hours to capture a scene on the Boardwalk in paint, battling weather, subject matter that moves, and painting among crowds of onlookers,” Thaler said. “It is amazing to see what they create.” The public may purchase the Quick Paint artwork or select from hundreds of other paintings from 1-3 p.m. at the Arts Center. The celebration includes live music and complimentary refreshments. Admission is free. Young artists ages 6–17 are invited to participate in the free Kids Paint OC competition by creating outdoor paintings throughout July. Artwork must be submitted by August 9 for a chance to be featured in a special exhibit on dis-
play on Friday, August 14, from 2-4 p.m. during the Artists Paint OC Plein Air Festival. The event includes more than $500 in cash prizes and an Ice Cream Social sponsored by Island Creamery, celebrating the creativity of the next generation of artists. Visitors have a chance to win an original work of art by renowned plein air artist and 2026 Artists Paint OC juror Kevin Fitzgerald, who has generously donated a one-of-a-kind framed coastal painting, valued at $2,600, for a special fundraising raffle. Tickets are $5 each or three for $10, and the winning ticket will be drawn on September 30, 2026. The winner does not need to be present to win. Raffle tickets are available at the Art League of Ocean City. Sponsors for the 2026 Artists Paint OC Festival (August 12–16): Agricul-
ture Families, Beach to Bay Heritage Area, Marian Bickerstaff, Ed & Emmy Challenger, Crystal Collins, Reese Cropper III, Peter Glenville Foundation, Linda Guerrieri, Laura Jenkins, Berta Maginniss, Mid Atlantic Plein Air Painters Association, Mr. & Mrs. Charles Nichols, Ocean City Development Corporation (OCDC), OCMD Hospitality Association, Ginny Outten, PNC Bank, Shore United Bank, John Sisson, and Town of Ocean City. Inkind donors are: Island Creamery and Freeman Arts. The artists scheduled to paint and exhibit are Carolyn Aberbach, Gwendolyn Anderson, Jon Bandish, Judy Benton, Genie Blake, Alexandra Bradley, Gavin Bromell, Jacqueline Bruce-Yamin, Donna Brumbergs, Greg Cannizzaro, Katie Cassidy, Taylor Collins, Patti Connell, Christine Cor-
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Berlin says yes to $230,000 in furniture for its Town Hall By Tara Fischer Staff Writer (Aug. 13, 2026) Following a lengthy discussion Monday night, the Berlin Town Council approved a $230,000 furniture package to outfit Town Hall once its extensive renovations have been completed. The council unanimously approved a furniture package from the Canadian company Teknion for an amount not to exceed $230,951.39. An art and design portion of the package for the preservation and mounting of historic pieces found in Town Hall ahead of renovations,was reduced from $16,500 to a maximum of $10,000. The decision followed the council’s July vote to table the original furniture proposal, which carried a price tag of more than $250,000 and prompted concerns among residents and council members. Daniele Haley of Haley Architecture, the firm overseeing the Town Hall renovation, returned Monday with three options and recommended the mid-priced Teknion package. Haley said the initial attempt to reduce the furniture cost resulted in a higher price because the town was receiving deal pricing through Teknion.
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Therefore, a third option, Three H, was developed. However, the original recommendation was maintained. “We are still recommending the mid-price one, which is the Teknion,” Haley said. The revised Teknion package totaled $237,451.36 before the reduction to the art and design package. It included nearly $120,000 in office, conference and council chamber furniture; $58,731.32 in conference room, guest and staff seating; $10,391.40 for council chamber seating; $29,687.50 for delivery and installation; and $2,100 for specifications and design. The art and design package was reduced from the previously proposed $25,000 in July to $16,500 that was presented on Monday. Ultimately, the item was capped at $10,000 by the council. Haley clarified that the package does not involve purchasing new artwork. Instead, the town wants to preserve existing historical photographs and artwork found during the Town Hall cleanup by digitizing, enlarging, matting, framing, and mounting the pieces. “It’s not going and sourcing artwork,” Haley said. “There is some labor involved that professionals will handle.” Councilmember Jay Knerr suggested the town seek grants to cover the preservation work, noting the historical value of the photographs. However, Berlin Mayor Zack Tyndall said he was skeptical that any such aid would be available. Councilmember Jack Orris initially moved to approve the less-expensive Three H furniture package while eliminating the $16,500 art and design package. That proposal would have reduced the cost to $197,428.62. Haley, however, said that sticking with Teknion would ensure quality control, favorable warranty, and durability. “I would rather cut the art and design than the staff's functionality,” Haley said. The discussion also focused heavily on the durability of the furniture. Berlin Finance Director Natalie Saleh said employees frequently go through office chairs because of the amount of use they receive. She pointed to her own approximately eight-year-old office chair, saying it was now causing discomfort. “We go through chairs like candy,” she said. She said the less-expensive option would provide more basic furniture, including desks with less storage and fewer features. Council Vice President Dean Burrell questioned whether choosing the cheaper option would actually save the town money in the long term if furniture needed to be replaced sooner. “Are we really saving if we buy 50 chairs and in four years we have to buy 25 more?” he asked. See COUNCIL Page 39
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Resurfacing work begins on Route 12 in Worcester (Aug. 14, 2026) The Maryland Department of Transportation State Highway Administration (SHA) has begun a resurfacing project on Route 12 (Snow Hill Road) from Route 113 Business (Market Street) to Nassawango Road in Worcester County this week. The work started Monday, Aug. 10, and is anticipated to be complete by November, weather permitting. Drivers can expect daytime singlelane closures Mondays through Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., as crews begin the milling and resurfacing operations, according to an SHA news release. During work hours, motorists can expect single-lane closures and flagging operations throughout the duration of the project. The SHA’s contractor, Allan Myers, of Fallston, Md., will use arrow boards, cones, and flaggers to safely guide motorists through the work zone. The single -lane closures will be in place until the project has been completed “The State Highway Administration appreciates customers’ patience during construction as we work to improve Maryland’s transportation system,” a news release reads. “Drivers are asked to stay alert, stay focused and be aware of reduced speed limits and changing driving patterns in the work zone. Slow Down and move over in work zones. It’s the law.” For a list of all major State Highway Administration projects, news and travel information, visit roads.maryland.gov.
Council passes furniture bundle Continued from Page 38 Councilman Steve Green noted that through his research, he’s found that Three H furniture is adequate for government agencies. He added that this week’s presentation was not reduced enough from last month’s $250,000 proposal. Tyndall said the town had already reduced the original proposal by nearly $68,000, from approximately $305,000 when all costs were considered to the revised $237,451.36 package. “We have hit the point where we are nickeling and diming over longevity and workability,” Tyndall said. The motion to approve the Three H option failed 2-3, with Orris and Councilmember Shaneka Nichols voting in favor and Green, Burrell, and Knerr opposed. Green then moved to approve Teknion while reducing the art and design package to $10,000. The motion passed unanimously. Haley also said she believed the town could identify approximately $5,000 in additional savings by removing extra chairs and other furniture that staff finds are unnecessary.
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Ocean City hosts Sunset Social at convention center Event to include live music, food trucks, local vendors (Aug. 14, 2026) The Ocean City Department of Tourism and Business Development invites residents and visitors to experience the inaugural Sunset Social, a free, community-centered evening featuring local vendors, food trucks, beverages and live entertainment. Sunset Social will take place Monday, August 17, from 6–9 p.m. in the south parking lot of the Roland E. Powell Convention Center, located at 4001 Coastal Highway in Ocean City. Designed as a relaxed coastal night market, Sunset Social will bring together local makers, boutiques, artists and businesses in a welcoming open-air setting. Guests can browse a diverse marketplace featuring Simply Sawyer, Mixed Greens, The Modern Graze, Love Letters OC, Liora Athletics, Kai Stone, Coastal Home Advisors, Boom Art!, Loco Lights, Jenny Leigh Boutiques, Sandy Hook Glass Art and more. Food will be available for purchase from local favorites OC Taphouse and Grateful Grub food trucks, while the Ocean City Development Corporation (OCDC) will offer beer and wine. The evening’s entertainment begins at 6 p.m. with DJ Wax, who will set the tone as guests shop, dine and enjoy the marketplace. At 7:45 p.m., Kristin and the Noise will take the stage for a high-energy live performance through the event’s conclusion at 9 p.m. Sunset Social brings Ocean City’s partners together to create a vibrant, community-focused evening for locals and visitors alike. By combining local shopping, food, drinks and live entertainment in one open-air setting, the event showcases the creativity, energy and collaborative spirit that make Ocean City special. Admission is free, and the event is open to the public.
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Foundation gives grants to Lower Shore nonprofits (Aug. 14, 2026) The Black Excellence Community Fund, a giving circle of the Community Foundation of the Eastern Shore, celebrated Black Philanthropy Month by awarding grants to three Lower Shore nonprofit organizations at an evening dinner event on Aug. 7. The grants benefit Black-led local nonprofits which improve the quality of life for the local community members. The event featured guest speaker Chrissy M. Thornton, president and CEO of Associated Black Charities (ABC), a 40-year-old racial equity organization headquartered in Baltimore. Each organization received a $750 unrestricted grant for its work. Grantees were:
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OCBP responds to jellyfish stings By Kristin Joson Contributing Writer (Aug. 14, 2026) Many beachgoers worry about the possibility of a shark encounter, but statistically, there are several other beach-related incidents that are far more likely to occur. While events such as being struck by a flying beach umbrella, hit by lightning, or becoming trapped in a sand hole are all extremely rare, a jellyfish sting is a much more common experience for ocean swimmers. Jellyfish have not been a major concern in our waters this summer until recently. Over the past few weeks, the Ocean City Beach Patrol has responded to multiple reports of jellyfish stings, including some cases where individuals experienced allergic reactions and needed assistance from EMS. Most jellyfish stings cause temporary discomfort, irritation, and redness. I experienced a sting myself last summer, and the mark on my arm remained visible for about a week. The type of jellyfish most commonly found in our area is the sea nettle, and while its sting can be unpleasant, it is typically not dangerous for most people. The sea nettle jellyfish is saucer-
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ture and level of salinity. Warmer water increases the likelihood of a jellyfish invasion, which is why we typically see more of them in the latter part of the summer, although this summer the water temperature has been much warmer that usual. The salinity (saltiness) of the water is affected by the amount of rain and fresh water runoff that occurs. If the water has a high salt content caused by little fresh water mixing with the salt water, or it has a lower than normal salinity caused by large amounts of fresh water runoff mixing then the jellyfish population will be lower than normal. Jellyfish thrive when the salinity is in a normal range and the other factors are conducive (water temperature, wave action and wind direction). Jellyfish also rely on the ocean currents to move them around, so just because another beach has a high number of Jellyfish it does not indicate that they will be coming to Ocean City. Considering the prevention of being stung, the best thing one could do is stay out of the water. But that’s not really fun, is it? One could also wear a rash guard, wetsuit or shirt while the jellyfish population is high. The sting of a sea nettle is typically not potent enough to go through clothing. The sting is even not strong enough to pierce tougher skin See JELLYFISH Page 46
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Continued from Page 45 on the body. That is why we almost rarely see a sting on the palms of the hands or soles of the feet. Swimmers can also do what many lifeguards, surfers and I do. Just deal with it and realize the sting is not so bad and will probably go away in a short amount of time. By this point everyone is thinking, “What is the best medicine if I am stung?” I have literally heard the entire spectrum of responses over the years, including vinegar, baking soda, meat tenderizer, sand, urine (popularized on the TV show “Friends”), etc. I typically tell people, “time” is the best medicine. Removal of the sting cell or when the cell dies off is when the pain will be alleviated. Our lifeguards do typically carry a “sting-kill” wipe in their medical kits that will help to alleviate some of the pain. Most people don’t need to see their healthcare provider for a jellyfish sting. However, if you experience signs of a severe allergic reaction (anaphylaxis), such as trouble breathing, chest tightness, dizziness, or swelling of the lips, tongue, or throat, you must seek medical attention immediately. You can treat mild jellyfish stings using the following steps: Wash the tentacles and venom off the affected area of your body with seawater. Don’t use freshwater.
Using tweezers or gloved hands, remove any tentacles you see in your skin. Apply a baking soda paste or shaving cream to inactive leftover stingers. Vinegar has been removed as a treatment since it may increase the sting from a sea nettle. To help reduce the pain, you can put calamine lotion or hydrocortisone cream on a jellyfish sting. You can also use an ice pack or hot water to help with the pain and swelling. Soak the affected skin in comfortably hot tap water (107°F to 113°F) for 20 to 45 minutes to help denature the protein venom and alleviate pain. If you seek medical care, your healthcare provider may treat more serious jellyfish stings with medication. Medications your healthcare provider may use include: • Pain relievers: Pain relievers can help reduce your pain. • Antivenin: Antivenin can help reverse the effects of the venom. • Antihistamines: Antihistamines can help reduce itching and rash. If you feel that you have been stung, please seek assistance from our surf rescue technicians. As always, remember to “Keep your feet in the sand until the lifeguard’s in the stand!” As added protection for you and your friends, always locate the nearest stand with a guard and swim on that beach.
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Who’s Where When BLU CRABHOUSE / DISTRICT 24 410-289-3322 24th Street Bayside Fri., Aug. 14: Loud Moon Sat., Aug. 15: Beach Bandits Sun., Aug. 16: Bill Dickson BURLEY OAK BREWING COMPANY 443-513-4647 10016 Old Ocean City Blvd., Berlin Wed., Aug. 19: Donavon Frankenreiter (Ticket Event)
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DJ ROBCEE Fager’s Island: Fri., Aug. 14
On The Beach KEVIN POOLE Coconuts Beach Bar: Thurs., Aug. 20
BUXY’S SALTY DOG & DRY DOCK 28 410-289-BUXY 28th Street Coastal Hwy. Fri., Aug. 14: DJ Wax Sat., Aug. 15: Muskrat Lightning Sundays: Locals Night w/ DJ DeoGee Wednesdays: Karaoke w/ DJ Nick Hundley CAPTAIN’S TABLE 410-289-7192 15th & Boardwalk In The Courtyard Marriott Fridays & Saturdays: Phil Perdue CARIBBEAN POOL BAR 410-289-6181 In The Plim Plaza Hotel 109 N. Atlantic Ave. Fri., Aug. 14: Mike & Eric & Salt Life Band Sat., Aug. 15: Star Spangled Hustlers & Rogue Citizens Sun., Aug. 16: Boogiemen & Jason Lee Mon., Aug. 17: DJ Bobby O & Ryan Jackson Tues., Aug. 18: Mowen & Mama & Dust N Bones Duo Wed., Aug. 19: Fil Rhythm & Johnny Cardo Thurs., Aug. 10: Liz & Steve & Mercury Agenda COCONUTS BEACH BAR 410-289-6846 Oceanfront At Castle In The Sand Hotel 37th & 38th Streets Fri., Aug. 14: Darin Engh & Lime Green Band Sat., Aug. 15: Whisky Train & Colossal Fossil Sauce Sun., Aug. 16: Mutt Sanders & All The Vibes Mon., Aug. 17: The Jamn’ Brothers & Johnny Cardo Tues., Aug. 18: Neil Helgeson & The Dunehounds Wed., Aug. 19: Dave Reed & Heather Vidal Thurs., Aug. 20: Kevin Poole Solo & Shredded Cheddar COINS PUB 410-289-3100 28th Street Plaza On Coastal Hwy. Fri, Aug. 14: Monkee Paw Sat., Aug. 15: Jim Long & First Class Sundays: DJ Wax Tues., Aug. 18: Jamn’ Brothers
DJ BIGLER Harborside: Saturdays
THE KLASSIX Fager’s Island: Deck Party ~ Monday, August 17
KARAOKE W/ DJ NICK HUNDLEY Buxy’s: Wednesdays
CHRIS BUTTON Crabcake Factory Bayside: Fri., Aug. 14
DJ BILLY T Harborside: Fridays & Wednesdays
SURREAL Purple Moose: Friday & Saturday, August 14 & 15
JIM LONG Coins Pub: Saturdays
BEATS BY DEOGEE Pickles Pub: Fridays Buxy’s Salty Dog: Sundays
TURNING THE TIDE Seacrets: Friday, August 14 & Tuesday, August 18
CRABCAKE FACTORY BAYSIDE 302-988-5000 37314 Lighthouse Rd., Rte. 54, Selbyville, DE Fri., Aug. 14: Chris Button Sun., Aug. 16: Uncle Ward Tues., Aug. 18: C-Miller Wed., Aug. 19: Johnny Phatt FAGER’S ISLAND 410-524-5500 60th St., In The Bay Fri., Aug. 14: DJ RobCee, Making Waves & Shake The Room Sat., Aug. 15: The 8-Trax, DJ Vybe & Shake The Room Sun., Aug. 16: Groovalicious & DJ Accelerate
PHIL PERDUE Captain’s Table: Fridays & Saturdays
DJ MARY JANE Purple Moose: Fri., Aug. 14 Seacrets: Sat. & Sun., Aug. 15 & 16
UNCLE WARD Crabcake Factory Bayside: Sun., Aug. 16
MUSKRAT LIGHTNING Buxy’s Dry Dock 28: Saturday, August 15
DJ WAX Buxy’s: Fri., Aug 14 Coins Pub: Sun., Aug. 16 Fager’s Island: Mon., Aug. 17 Pickles Pub: Tuesdays Fish Tales: Wednesdays
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Who’s Where When Mon., Aug. 17: Deck Party - DJ Wax, The Klassix, Pineapple Band DJ Stinson Tues., Aug. 18: Saltwater Sweat Line Dancing & Bryan Clark Wed., Aug. 19: DJ Hector & Ramsey’s Ride Thursdays: DJ Groove & Dustin Showers Band
MONKEE PAW Coins Pub: Friday, August 14 Jolly Jellyfish: Sunday, August 16
ROGUE CITIZENS Caribbean Pool Bar: Saturday, August 15
FISH TALES 410-289-0990 22nd Street & The Bay Sun., Aug. 16: Colossal Fossil Sauce Wednesdays: DJ Wax HARBORSIDE 410-213-1846 South Harbor Rd., West End O.C. Fridays: DJ Billy T Sat., Aug. 15: Cecilia’s Fall & DJ Bigler Sundays: Opposite Directions & Full Circle Duo Wednesdays: DJ Billy T Thursdays: Dust N Bones
TROLL TRIBE Pickles Pub: Saturday, August 15
CECILIA’S FALL Harborside: Saturday, August 15
JOLLY JELLYFISH BEACH CLUB 443-664-6147 98th Street Coastal Hwy., Plaza Condominium Fri., Aug. 14: Boogiemen Sat., Aug. 15: John Schwartz Sun., Aug. 16: Monkee Paw Mon., Aug. 17: First Class Tues., Aug. 18: All The Vibes Wed., Aug. 19: Joe Mama & Friends Thurs., Aug. 20: Colossal Fossil Sauce PICKLES PUB 410-289-4891 8th Street & Philadelphia Ave. Fridays: Beats By DeoGee Sat., Aug. 15: Troll Tribe Mon., Aug. 17: Karaoke w/ Wood Tuesdays: Beats By Wax Thursdays: Beats By Connair
SHAKE THE ROOM Fager’s Island: Friday & Saturday, August 14 & 15
GO GO GADJET Seacrets: Thursday, August 20
FULL CIRCLE DUO Harborside: Sunday, August 16 Seacrets: Wednesday, August 19
FIRST CLASS Coins Pub: Saturday, August 15 Jolly Jellyfish: Monday, August 17
BOOGIEMEN Jolly Jellyfish: Friday, August 14 Caribbean Pool Bar: Sunday, August 16 The Wedge: Tuesday, August 18
THE DUNEHOUNDS Coconuts Beach Bar: Tuesday, August 18
PURPLE MOOSE SALOON 410-289-6953 Between Caroline & Talbot Streets On The Boards Fri., Aug. 14: Surreal & DJ Mary Jane Sat., Aug. 15: Johnny Cardo (2pm), Surreal & DJ Papi Sun., Aug. 16: Gavin Hades (2pm) & DJ Noah Selt Mondays & Thursdays: DJ Papi Tuesdays: DJ Catdaddy Wednesdays: DJ Rellew Thurs., Aug. 20: Vanylla Godzylla SEACRETS 410-524-4900 49th Street & Coastal Hwy. Fri., Aug. 14: DJ J-Spinz, DJ E-State, The Wayouts, Sky City Social, Turning The Tide, DJ Davie & DJ Bobby O Sat., Aug. 15: DJ Crome, DJ J-Spinz, The Wayouts, DJ Bobby O, DJ Davie, Sky City Social, The Event Horizon, DJ Mary Jane, No Filter & DJ E-State Sun, Aug. 16: DJ Davie, DJ Mary Jane, Triple Rail Turn, DJ J-Spinz, DJ E-State & No Filter & The Elovaters (Ticket Event) Mon., Aug. 17: Blake Haley & DJ E-State Tues., Aug. 18: Turning The Tide, DJ Davie, DJ J-Spinz, Carley Twigg & Matisyahu Wed., Aug. 19: DJ E-State, Full Cicle Duo & The Alibis Thurs, Aug. 20: Faith Noel, DJ Davie, DJ E-State & Go Go Gadjet THE WEDGE 410-289-5121 806 S. Atlantic Ave. Tues., Aug. 18: Boogiemen
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Latham, Lehnerd, Peck elected to OP director board Latham, Lehnerd will serve three years, Peck gets two By Tara Fischer Staff Writer (Aug. 13, 2026) The Ocean Pines Association’s governing body will look different this year after challenger Amy Peck ousted incumbent Elaine Brady in the summer’s board of directors election. In the OPA’s 2026 board election, five homeowners campaigned three open seats. The winners were announced Friday afternoon. John Latham Incumbent John Latham, returning director Patrick Lehnerd, and challenger Amy Peck secured the most votes, each earning a place as an Ocean Pines director. Incumbent Elaine Patrick Lehnerd Brady and Bill Pickett failed to win a spot on the community board. Latham, who served as the board’s president this past year, earned 1,503 votes to maintain his Amy Peck seat. Lehnerd, who was appointed in March to fill the seat left by the early resignation of director Steve Jacobs, received 1,473, and Peck garnered 1,421. Brady fell short of holding her position, securing 1,116 ballots, while Pickett received 1,021. Per a press release issued by the association Latham and Lehnerd will receive three-year terms. Peck will finish the last two years of the term previously filled by Jacobs, who was reelected last summer but stepped down from the board this past spring. The successful candidates expressed their gratitude for the opportunity to lead OPA. “I’d like to thank the homeowners of the OPA for supporting my re-election for three more years,” Latham told the Bayside Gazette this week. “I am excited to continue to serve our great community. I’d like to thank all the candidates who campaigned.” Peck took to Facebook to share her thoughts on the election. “Over the past weeks, I’ve had the chance to talk with so many neighbors about the issues that matter to Ocean Pines, including fiscal responsibility, thoughtful priorities, community input, transparency, and leadership that truly listens,” she wrote. “Those conversations reminded me how much this commuSee TWO Page 55
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Dining Guide ■ PRICE RANGE: $, $$, $$$ ■ RESERVATIONS: Reservations accepted —————————————
DOWNTOWN
South end to 28th Street ■ BUXY’S SALTY DOG SALOON DRY DOCK 28 28th Street, Ocean City, 410-289-0973, buxys.com, drydockoc.com Destiny has a new home in Ocean City. From the ‘burgh to the beach, Buxy’s is your home away from Pittsburgh. Come see what all the locals already know and have known – Buxy’s is the place to come to meet friends, relax and be social with no attitudes. House specialties include “The” Cheesesteak Sub, Primanti-styled sandwiches, pierogis, egg-rolls and homemade crab dip. Dry Dock also features a full menu with soups, salads, kick starters, pierogis and craft pizza. ■ CAPTAIN’S TABLE 15th Street and Baltimore Avenue, in The Courtyard by Marriott, Ocean City 410-2897192, captainstableoc.com $$ | Kids’ menu | Full bar A local tradition for over 60 years featuring hand cut steaks, premium lobster and perfectly prepared regional seafood. Breakfast daily 7:30-11 a.m. Open daily for dinner: Sunday through Thursday, 4-9 p.m.; Friday and Saturday, 4-10 p.m. Happy Hour, seven days a week, 4-6 p.m. ■ COINS PUB & RESTAURANT 28th Street Plaza and Coastal Highway, Ocean City 410-289-3100, www.coinspuboc.com $$ | Kids’ menu | Full bar American style local restaurant serving seafood, steaks and chefs specials. Check out the off season weekday specials. Early bird; daily, 2-5:30 p.m. Sunday’s early bird specials, all day and all night. Happy Hour; daily, 2-5:30 p.m. with food and drink specials. Open Monday through Friday, 2 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday, 11:30 a.m. Dinein, carry out. ■ CORAL REEF RESTAURANT & BAR 17th Street in the Holiday Inn & Suites, Ocean City 410-289-2612, coralreefrestaurant.com $$ | Kids’ menu | Full bar Enjoy traditional Eastern Shore cuisine and local favorites that are sure to please your entire party! Choose from a selection of house specialty entrees such as sharables, handhelds and seafood. Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner. Featuring specialty rums. Open daily, 7:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. ■ DISTRICT 24: BLUE CRABHOUSE & RAW BAR, JAY’S CAFÉ, CRAFT BEER & 1945 STEAK & SEAFOOD HOUSE 2305 Philadelphia Ave, Ocean City 410289-3322, district24oc.com $$-$$$ | Reservations | Kids’ Menu | Full bar Nestled on 24th Street Bayside in Ocean City, Maryland, District 24 stands as one destination brimming with endless possibilities. On the first floor, Blu Crabhouse & Raw Bar invites you to indulge in all-you-can-eat blue crabs, easy-peel shrimp, golden fried chicken, and so much more, while Jay’s Café serves breakfast sandwiches all day alongside La Colombe coffee, fresh pastries, and delicious lunch creations. Just steps away, CRAFT Bar delivers smash burgers, crispy wings, craft pizzas, an impressive selection of craft beer, handcrafted cocktails, and more. Rising above it all on the third floor, the stunning new 1945 Steak & Seafood offers breathtaking rooftop views, in-house hand-cut chops, exceptional seafood favorites, vibrant Mediterranean cuisine, and thoughtful bourbon and wine pairings. Let’s face it—there’s simply more at District 24. ■ FISH TALES 2107 Herring Way, Ocean City, 410-2890990, ocfishtales.com Bayfront marina dining offered here with a
huge menu to satisfy guests of all ages. Enjoy a drink from a hanging chair or fish tacos at your table while the kids play in a playground build in the sand. Food and drink menus offer enough of a variety to meet all needs. ■ HARBOR WATCH 806 S. Atlantic Avenue, Ocean City 410289-5121, www.harborwatchrestaurant.com $$-$$$ | Reservations | Kids’ Menu | Full bar Celebrating our 42nd year with fresh seafood, an award-winning raw bar, mouthwatering steaks and the best view of the Ocean City Inlet and Assateague Island. Open every day, 11:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. Raw Bar Happy Hour Monday through Thursday from 2-6 p.m. Call for banquet and large-party details. ■ PICKLES PUB 706 Philadelphia Ave., Ocean City, 410289-4891, picklesoc.com $$ | Kids’ menu | Full bar Easy to find with plenty of free parking, serving lunch, dinner and entire diverse menu until 1 a.m. Also nightly entertainment yearround and a great place to watch all the sports on an ocean of televisions including a giant high-def screen. Also four pool tables on site. Lunch and dinner and entire menu until 1 a.m. Open all year from 11:30 a.m.-2 a.m., seven days a week. ■ PIT & PUB 2706 Philadelphia Ave. and 12701 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, pitandpub.com Ocean City’s home of Pulled Pork and the finest barbecue, the legendary 28th Street Pit & Pub and the Northside Pit & Pub are known for serving up delicious smokehouse specialties. Grab a brew and enjoy the live sports action on one of the big screen TVs. Happy hour daily. Family-friendly atmospheres at both locations. Weekend entertainment. ■ THE WEDGE BAR 806 S. Atlantic Ave, Ocean City www.thewedgeoc.com $-$$ | Full bar Panoramic views of the Atlantic Ocean, bay and Assateague Island. Enjoy small plates, sandwiches and grilled burgers. Open every day, 11:30 a.m. to 9 p.m.
MIDTOWN
29th to 90th streets ■ 32 PALM 32nd Street in The Hilton, Ocean City 410289-2525, 32palm.com $$ | Kids’ menu | Full bar Elevated cuisine, locally sourced ingredients and allocated spirits are prominently featured in our lounge and dining room. Open year-round for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Routinely updated menus with the highest quality local ingredients for fresh seafood any time of the year! ■ THE BONFIRE 71st Street, Coastal Hwy., Ocean City, 410524-7171, thebonfirerestaurant.com Celebrating more than 50 years as the best seafood and prime rib buffet in Ocean City. It’s all here – the service, the atmosphere and finest, freshest seafood available and quality meats. Save room for the decadent desserts available as well including homemade donuts. ■ COCONUTS BEACH BAR & GRILL 3701 Atlantic Ave., Ocean City, 410-2896846, castleinthesand.com A tropical open-air patio steps from the beach. A unique place for lunch or dinner with a menu featuring all the customary items and a few Ocean City-based surprises. Guests can also enjoy beach service for lunch and cocktails. Be sure to check out the daily entertainment schedule. ■ FAGERS ISLAND 201 60th St., Ocean City, 410-524-5500, fagers.com $$ | Full bar Dine on the island with an award-winning bayfront restaurant featuring American & Re-
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gional dining with a global influence and popular destination featuring impeccably prepared American and Pacific Rim cuisine. Also enjoy our outdoor decks and bar with live entertainment and 32 wines by the glass. A place where the joy of food & the presence of the table are of utmost importance. Dine on fresh seafood and our famous Prime Rib. Enjoy beautiful sunsets over the water. Open 11 a.m. daily. Fine dine at 4:30 p.m. ■ HOOKED 8003 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, 410723-4665, hookedoc.com $$ | Kids’ menu | Full bar A Common Ground Hospitality concept, a passion driven restaurant group servicing the coastal community. The goal is honor creativity and innovation by design. With passion at the heart of everything, unique dining concepts are paired with honest hospitality and well-made food sourced with fresh local ingredients and seasonal harvests. Craft and full bar available. Open daily 11:30 a.m. ■ LONGBOARD CAFÉ 6701 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, 443664-5693, longboardcafe.com $$-$$$ | Full bar Casual Dining … Refined. Open for lunch and dinner. A wide range of gourmet burgers, innovative tacos, salads and sandwiches to full dinner entrees featuring fresh local fish prepared in a variety of styles, beef, shellfish and pasta. All our sauces, salsas, dressings, etc. are meticulously house made. We use fresh local sources wherever possible and premium ingredients such as our chuck, brisket and short rib custom blended burgers. Closed Tuesday. Call for reservations. ■ MARLIN MOON RESTAURANT 3301 Atlantic Ave., in the Double Tree Hotel, Ocean City 410-289-1201, marlinmoonocmd.com $$ | Full bar Winner of the Maryland People's choice award, Marlin Moon continues to offer its famous, locally loved dishes and famous happy hour. Enjoy creatively crafted cocktails, fresh selections from the raw bar and luscious desserts. Happy Hour, every day, 3-6 p.m., featuring drink specials. Breakfast, 7:30-11:30 a.m.; Lite Fare, 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.; Dinner, 4-10 p.m.; and Bar open noon to 11 p.m. ■ SEACRETS 49th Street, Ocean City 410-524-4900, www.seacrets.com $$ | Kids’ menu | Full bar Open Sunday through Friday at 11 a.m., 10 a.m. on Saturdays, close at 2 a.m. Enjoy a tropical atmosphere and dine under the palms in our outdoor, kid friendly dining area or try a Seacrets Beachin' Cocktails in the Bay with live music every day open to close. The club is open every night in the summer. Try our famous jerk chicken with homemade honey mustard sauce, Pushcart Trio, a true Jamaican dish or a hearty wrap, sandwich or delicious burger. We have it all at Seacrets.
UPTOWN
91st to 146th streets ■ ALBERTINO'S BRICK OVEN & EATERY 13117 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, 410250-2000, albertinosoc.com $$ | Kids’ menu | Full bar Featuring the best brick oven pizza, always handmade with fresh ingredients, ItalianAmerican mouth-watering seafood specialties, traditional Italian pasta dishes, apps, soups and salads. Full bar with large local craft beer selection. ■ THE CRAB BAG 13005 Coastal Highway Ocean City, 410250-3337, thecrabbag.com $$ | Kids’ menu | Full bar Featuring consistent hot steamed crabs, eat in or carryout. The Crab Bag is also an Eastern Shore style seafood house specializing in preparing and serving the biggest and the best blue crabs available. The extensive menu promises something for everyone. Winter hours, Friday-Sunday, open 11 a.m. ■ CRABCAKE FACTORY USA 120th Street, oceanside, Ocean City, 410250-4900, crabcakefactoryusa.com Full-service family restaurant, carry-out and sports bar. Outside seating available. Menu
selections include prime rib, chicken Chesapeake, steamed shrimp, beer battered fish, real Philly cheesesteaks, burgers, and a kids menu. Casual attire, full liquor bar, no reservations. Open Year Round. World-Famous Crabcakes are served all day starting at 8 a.m. and can be packed on ice for you while you are eating breakfast.
FENWICK ISLAND ■ DIRTY HARRY’S 100 Coastal Highway, Fenwick Island, DE, 302-539-3020, Beach-net.com/dirtyharrys $ | Kids’ Menu | Full bar Don’t let the name fool you, the food is home cooking at its finest. Owned and operated by Ginny Swann and family for 20 years. Voted Best Top 5 Bakeries in Delaware. Popular for the breakfast but getting rave reviews for lunch and dinner, too. ■ NANTUCKETS Route 1, Fenwick Island, DE, 302-5392607, nantucketsrestaurant.com Serving the beach great food and spirits for over 30 years. David and Janet Twining will wow you with the finest foods and drinks in the area. You’ll be pleasantly surprised by what one of the coast’s finest dining establishments has in store for guests. Everything here is a house specialty. ■ TWINING’S LOBSTER SHANTY Rte. 54, Fenwick Island, Del., 302-4362305, twiningshanty.com Reservations | Kids’ Menu “A funky little place at the edge of town.” Classic New England fare, lobsters, steaks and burgers. Bird watching and magical sunsets await. Open for lunch and dinner. Reservations are suggested.
WEST OCEAN CITY ■ BREAKFAST CAFE 12736 Ocean Gateway, Route 50 east, West Ocean City, 410-213-1804, breakfastcafeofoc.com All the traditional breakfast options available here in a casual, diner setting. Open daily closing at 2 p.m. ■ CANTINA LOS AGAVES MEXICAN GRILL 12720 Ocean Gateway #7, West Ocean City 410-390-3914, cantinalosagaves.com $$ | Kid’s menu | Full bar Ocean City’s newest Mexican restaurant and bar. Offering delicious and generous portions of the tastiest traditional and not so traditional #MexicanEats you have ever tried. Open everyday, 12 noon to 9 p.m., kitchen and bar. ■ DUMSER’S DAIRYLAND West Ocean City: Route 50 east; Boardwalk locations: 501 S. Philadelphia Ave., 49th Street, 123rd Street, Ocean City, dumsersdairyland.com This classic ice cream shop is a tradition for many families. Voted O.C.’s “Best Ice Cream” for the past 20 years, Dumser’s is celebrating decades of serving the shore, and the ‘40s-style décor takes you back in time. With locations throughout Ocean City, treating your tastebuds to this signature homemade ice cream is easy. The 123rd Street location offers lunch and dinner menus in addition to a wide variety of ice cream treats. ■ HARBORSIDE BAR & GRILL 12841 Harbor Rd., West Ocean City, 410213-1846, weocharborside.com $$ | Kids’ menu | Full bar Home of the original Orange Crush drink with an extensive menu offers a wide variety of appetizers, fresh seafood, steak & pasta entrees, as well as juicy burgers and sandwiches. Whether seeking a full dining experience or just a crush or two, the team will be sure to take excellent care of you and yours. Monday-Wednesday: 11 a.m.-9 p.m.; Thursday: 11 a.m.-10 p.m.; Friday-Saturday: 11 a.m.-11 p.m.; Sunday: 11 a.m.-9 p.m. ■ OC DINER 12744 Ocean Gateway, Rt 50 east, Ocean City 410-390-5112 $$ | Kids’ menu Family owned for over 25 years. Serving the best homemade food. Local’s favorite. Breakfast served all day. Kids’ menu. Dine-in and Carry-out. Open 7 days a week.
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Two returners, one challenger elected to OP director board that's because homeowners have not Continued from Page 52 nity cares about its future.” updated their mailing and email adAs for Lehnerd, he noted he’s dress with OPA. I encourage you to “thrilled” by the support he received do that. You can change it as often as and said he’s excited to continue his you want ...We strongly encourage work on the board. you to do that.” “I’m looking forward to three years Homeowners can easily update of working with the board and oper- their details on the official Ocean ations and the community to con- Pines app. tinue to make this the safest place in Furthermore, Ransdell urged votMaryland and look for opportunities ers to move away from paper ballots to improve on safety, primarily on next year and adopt the simpler onour roads for pedestrians and cy- line option because it saves the association money. clists,” he told the Bayside Gazette on “Every piece of Please, get involved. At least mail that moves in Monday. “And I’m on the take the time to go online, click the election, either communications the link and cast your votes so to you or back from work group. I think you, costs the assoyou truly have a say in what ciation money,” that the board and these folks do for us. Ransdell said. “The operations are improving [with comonline voting costs OPA Election us whatever we munication] as we Committee Chair speak, but there’s agreed to pay for Steve Ransdell that—And its inalways room for further improvestantaneous results. ment, so I’ll look to see that we con- As the election chairman and as a tinue down that path.” homeowner, I encourage everyone to At Saturday’s annual meeting, vote online. It's quicker, easier, and OPA Election Committee Chair Steve less expensive for us.” The 2026 election outcome was Ransdell provided some statistics from this year’s voting. Ransdell said certified at a special board meeting that of the roughly 8,500 Ocean Pines on Tuesday. property owners, 2,492, or 29%, voted. In last summer’s board election, 2,824 homeowners, or 33%, voted. Ransdell added that 795 homeowners were not allowed to vote because of unresolved violations by the Compliance, Permit and Inspections Department or because their membership fees were not paid in full by the ballot-casting deadline. About 32% of the 7,756 eligible voters participated in this summer’s election. Voters had the option to submit their ballots either by paper or electronically. The election committee chair said 1,802 votes were delivered the old-fashioned way while 690 were cast online. “We can do better,” he said at last week’s meeting. “Please, get involved. At least take the time to go online, click the link and cast your votes so you truly have a say in what these folks do for us.” Ransdell noted that 146 ballot packets were undeliverable and encouraged residents to keep their contact information current to ensure voting materials can be sent to them in the future. Of those undeliverable ballots, Ransdell said, “Again, wasted money. That gets thrown in the trash. And
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atching my kids interact and have fun is a highlight of my life. A new development of late is Beckett, 18, helping us around the house with taking Carson, 16, to the grocery store, youth group and even to lunch. It’s amazing to see this connection deepening on a new level. I have always appreciated the insignificant, mundane daily moments, such as Beckett teasing his brother about not ever wanting to brush his hair, but it’s the shining examples of the unspoken, organic bond they share that brings tremendous value. It’s a special thing to witness. A few years back, a photographer friend, Nick Denny, came to River Soccer Club to shoot our TOPSoccer session, which is an outreach soccer program that provides special needs kids the opportunity to play the game with the assistance of volunteer neurotypical buddies, who are middle and high school students. Beckett at that time was always working with Carson. It was fun to observe their interactions. They are essentially being knuckleheads and goofing around. There’s lots of laughing, insults, physical jabs and general good fun. It’s fun to watch from a distance. Nick was able to capture many of these moments, which can be viewed on his photography Facebook page. I showed Beckett these photos and he just said, “yeah we are doing our thing.” What he doesn’t realize is this natural penchant for supporting and having fun with his brother is a special thing to his mom and me. He is a natural protector and advocate for his brother. This mentality is always there, but the fact is it’s exhausting for Beckett to always be present with his younger brother because he must adopt a different mindset when engaging with Carson. A high level of patience is a must, and let’s face it a teen with his own set of life complexities and challenges is not al-
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ways game for putting his little brother’s needs before him. More and more now, as we are on the verge of taking Beckett to college on Friday, this natural inclination to connect and interact with his little brother is on full display. The smiles confirm the bond and special relationship they have built. I pray they will be able to exchange texts in the days and weeks ahead because I do believe they grown closer this summer. There’s things, like hugs and holding hands, Carson will let Beckett do to him that he won’t allow anyone else besides his mom and me. Carson has horrific social anxiety and is awkward. He comes across as unfriendly but he’s not. It’s an Autism thing, which makes him introverted and uneasy. It takes a while for him to warm up to strangers and even close family members. As I watch Beckett and other siblings of special needs kids, I see first-hand they are gifted. It’s tough being the brother or sister to a special needs kids, especially those on low functioning end. We have all been through a tremendous amount in our life with Carson. There have been horrible outbursts, tantrums, seclusion and physical violence. Beckett has been on the receiving end of his share of physical and mental abuse. While I’m sure there’s resentment, it’s not evident today. Most of what I see is pure love, admiration and support for his little brother. Our challenge as Beckett’s parent is to make sure he knows we appreciate him and we understand the unique and difficult position he is in. There was an article in New York Times in May 11, 2020 by Keren Landman, a physician, journalist and special needs sibling, that really hit the mark on this unique dynamic. It gave me a lot to think about. “The first thing is to recognize that the sibling experience parallels the parents’ experience,” said Emily Holl, director of the Sibling Support Project, a national program that works with siblings of people with disabilities. Like adults, children desperately want information about their
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(The writer is the executive editor of OC Today-Dispatch. He and his wife, Pamela, are proud parents of two boys. This weekly column examines their transition into parenthood and all that goes along with it. E-mail any thoughts to editor@octodaydispatch.com.)
Recognizing the life of surf club head Tommy Vach By Dave Dalkiewicz Contributing Writer (Aug. 14, 2026) It is with a heavy heart and profound respect that this is written. Tommy Vach, president of our Ocean City Surf Club (OCSC) and stalwart of the community passed away in June of this year. His passing occurred just a few days before the OCSC’s big weekend of awards, legends inductions, and the “Anything Goes” surf contest. Tommy tackled many tasks for the club, including raising scholarship money that was awarded to deserving college-bound high school seniors, heading up the Surf Into Integrity (SII) program with the Stephen Decatur Middle School, and working closely with the Ocean City Junior Beach Patrol program. My best memory of Tommy was teaching in the classroom sessions for SII and serving as a lifeguard for the SII beach sessions. Complete with lifesaving buoy and fins, he kept a close eye on everyone in the water, students and teachers alike. Tommy grew up in Ocean City with the 12th street beach area as a home base. Adept in the ocean by the age of 5, body surfing and surfing became his go-to activities. He was also a great liaison between the Ocean City Beach Patrol and the surfing community. Living in the San Diego, California area for an extended period of time, he finally decided to come back to his home turf with all of us becoming better because of his return. Rest in peace Tommy and thank you for all your selfless service. Dave Dalkiewicz is the owner of Ocean Atlantic Surf Shop in Ocean City
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Mini tomato pies for the summer By Deborah Lee Walker Contributing Writer (Aug. 14, 2026) Cake or pie? That is the question. In the U.S., both cakes and pies are beloved, but pies tend to hold a stronger cultural and historic claim to the “most popular” dessert. Pie took its place in American history by way of early European settlers as a practical, durable way to preserve and bake meats and local crops. Early American settlers used thick, hard pastry crusts called coffins primarily as baking vessels rather than eating the crust. Pies were practical for frontier life because they required minimum dishware and could be easily baked in heavy Dutch ovens. As affordable sweeteners like molasses and maple sugar became available, colonists shifted toward fruit and custard fillings. In the 19th and early 20th century, distinct pies emerged from local resources. Apple pie grew into a metaphor for national identity, peaking during World War II when soldiers claimed they were fighting “for mom
and apple pie.” Moving onto present day, can you guess what is the most popular pie in August? Warm summer weather brings ripe garden tomatoes and fresh basil, making an old-fashioned cheesy tomato pie the ultimate late summer dish. The savory pie layered with fresh tomatoes, herbs, cheese, and mayonnaise is delicious indeed, and so easy to make. If the idea of tomato pie tickles your taste buds, read on for a few tips so perfection becomes a reality. The first and most important rule is to salt the tomatoes. Lay sliced tomatoes on a baking sheet lined with paper towels and salt them. This extracts some of the natural juices and keeps the pie from getting soggy. Blind bake the crust. Again, this is another step to ensure the crust remains firm and flaky. Fresh herbs are readily available and now is the time to use them. Layer in fresh basil, thyme, or oregano with the cheese mixture. Mayonnaise, shredded cheddar, and mozzarella are the foundation for the sliced tomatoes. Speaking of tomatoes, any fresh tomato is acceptable. If you want to kick it up a notch, consider heirloom tomatoes.
Most recipes layer the tomatoes on the bottom and top with a cheese mixture. Placing some of the tomatoes in the cheese filling enhances the theme of tomatoes and makes for a more interesting presentation. Sometimes a slight variation can make a significant difference. Labor Day is around the corner and entertaining will be in full swing. Consider mini tomato pies. These tiny pies make a fantastic passed hors d’oeuvre or amuse-bouche.
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GEMINI – May 22/Jun 21 It’s time to mute as much internal noise as possible, Gemini. Focus on one project and make a concerted effort to finish it before jumping to the next thing on your to-do list.
CANCER – Jun 22/Jul 22 Cancer, the stars are washing over your emotional sector, making you confront what you have been sweeping under the rung for some time. Trust your feelings.
LEO – Jul 23/Aug 23 Leo, the universe is asking you to give others a shot to shine and for you to step into the background. Use this week to refine your talents out of the spotlight.
VIRGO – Aug 24/Sept 22 Virgo, keep your eyes open for a chance encounter mid-week that could spark a great new idea. Let go of the need to control the outcome and just go with the flow.
LIBRA – Sept 23/Oct 23 Collaboration is your superpower this week, Libra. If you’ve been stuck on a professional problem, run it by a colleague. The answer may lie in a perspective you haven’t considered yet.
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SAGITTARIUS – Nov 23/Dec 21 Sagittarius, you are feeling an itch to break free from your routine but don’t know where to begin. Don’t drop everything just yet. Explore little adventures first.
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Mini tomato pies as an appetizer Continued from Page 58 If one decides to go with mini tarts, I highly recommend you use cherry tomatoes and slice them on the thin side. A whole slice is more pleasing to the eye than chopping a regular sized tomato into small slices. If you fancy tomatoes and have never had the pleasure of tasting tomato pie, you have no idea what you are missing. Mini tomato pies are just as flavorful and will make an even bigger impression. Enjoy!
Mini Tomato Pies Ingredients 1 1/4 cups thinly sliced assorted cherry tomatoes, divided 4 mini, frozen tart shells 2/3 cup mayonnaise
1 cup grated cheddar and mozzarella cheese ½ teaspoon each garlic and onion powder 2 teaspoons finely chopped fresh basil, divided kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper 1 teaspoon grated parmesan cheese as a garnish 1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. 2. Blind bake the tart shells for 15 minutes. 3. Salt the sliced tomatoes for 15 minutes. Then take a paper towel, and blot the excess natural juices. 4. In the meantime, in a medium bowl, combine 1 cup tomatoes, mayonnaise, cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, 1 teaspoon fresh basil, salt, and pepper.
5. Fill the tart shells with the tomato mixture. 6. Add the remaining sliced tomatoes on top of the tomato mixture. This way the tomatoes come through for a more interesting presentation. 7. Cook the tomato pie until the crust is golden brown. It will take approximately 20 to 25 minutes. 8. Remove tomato pies from the oven. If the tart is in a tin, carefully remove it from the tin for a more rustic look. Garnish with remaining fresh basil, kosher salt, freshly ground black pepper, and parmesan cheese. Secret Ingredient – Entertaining Creativity is inventing, experimenting, growing, taking risks, breaking rules, making mistakes, and having fun. — Mary Ann Cook
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August 3, 1986 was one of the most tragic days in Ocean City’s history. During an afternoon thunderstorm a lightning bolt struck the beach at 2nd Street leaving three dead and two injured, one of them critically (he would die the next day at Peninsula Regional Medical Center in Salisbury). The deceased were all from Washington, DC and Northern Virginia. They had come to Ocean City as part of a tour group and had sought shelter under an umbrella when the storm began. The fifth victim, the beach stand operator on 2nd Street, was also hit by the bolt but was about ten yards away and survived; he was treated and released from the hospital the next day. Today the Beach Patrol clears the beach whenever lightning is sighted. To purchase one of Bunk Mann’s books, click over to www.vanishingoc.com. File photo
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Calendar Submit calendar items to: editor@octodaydispatch.com. 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. 14
Sat., Aug. 15
CAPT. STEVE HARMAN’S POOR GIRLS OPEN
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Fish Tales Bar and Grill, 2107 Herring Way, Ocean City. A ladies-only billfish release tournament benefiting breast cancer research. Weigh-ins held daily from 4-9 p.m. at Bahia Marina. Vendors, raffles, tournament merch and more. http://poorgirlsopen.com
ARTISTS PAINT OC FESTIVAL
Art League of Ocean City, 502 94th St. Artists will paint throughout Ocean City and the surrounding areas. Also featuring a Wet Paint Sale and Quick Paint Competition. Schedule: https://artleagueofoceancity.org/events /category/event/list/. 410-524-9433
BABY TIME
Worcester County Library - Berlin Branch, 13 Harrison Ave., 10:30 a.m. An opportunity for babies (0-2 years) and their caregivers to socialize, play, read and explore. Drop by and make some friends. 410-641-0650, worcesterlibrary.org
OC MAHJONG CLUB
Worcester County Library - Ocean City Branch, 10003 Coastal Highway, 10:30 a.m. Join in for a fun morning of playing tile Mahjong. Feel free to bring your own tile set. All adults are welcome. 410-5241818, worcesterlibrary.org
MINDFULNESS & MINIATURES
Worcester County Library - Pocomoke Branch, 401 Fifth St., 1 p.m. Join psychotherapist Bevin Jones to learn how to quiet the mind through gentle guidance and creative play. Registration required: 410-957-0878. worcesterlibrary.org
COLONIAL COOKING
Worcester County Library - Ocean Pines Branch, 11107 Cathell Road, 2 p.m. Jim Washington, from Washington’s Catering, demonstrates how to prepare a dish from the colonial era. Registration required: 410-208-4014. worcesterlibrary.org
CHAMBER MUSIC BY THE SEA FESTIVAL CONCERT
All Hallows Episcopal Church, 109 W. Market St., Snow Hill, 7 p.m. Music by Beethoven, Brahms, and more. https://www.chambermusicbythesea.co m
Fish Tales Bar and Grill, 2107 Herring Way, Ocean City. A ladies-only billfish release tournament benefiting breast cancer research. Weigh-ins held daily from 4-9 p.m. at Bahia Marina. Vendors,
raffles, tournament merch and more. http://poorgirlsopen.com
with the TBA movie to begin around 8:30 p.m. 410-632-2080
LIVE MUSIC & NIGHT HIKE
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Furnace Town Historic Site (Nassawango Iron Furnace), 3816 Old Furnace Road, Snow Hill. Featuring Sympaticocious at 5 p.m. and night hike at 8 p.m. Cost is $10 for music or hike and $15 for both. Bug spray and appropriate outdoor attire advised. Hike covers .5 mile in one hour.
SATURDAYS AT STURGIS: CINEMA UNDER THE STARS Sturgis Park Garden, 200 River St., Snow Hill, 7:30-10:30 p.m. Make your way down to Sturgis Park for a pickup game of wiffle ball starting at 7:30 p.m.
Art League of Ocean City, 502 94th St. Artists will paint throughout Ocean City and the surrounding areas. Also featuring a Wet Paint Sale and Quick Paint Competition. Schedule: https://artleagueofoceancity.org/events /category/event/list/. 410-524-9433
8TH ANNUAL CLASSIC CAR, TRUCK & BIKE SHOW AND BBQ CHICKEN SALE
St. Paul United Methodist Church, 405 Flower St., Berlin, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Food, trophies, door prizes, dash plaques. Registration from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Cost
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is $10. Rain date is Aug. 22. St. Paul United Methodist Church Men’s Ministry, 443-614-6191.
p.m. Helping families in need with clothing and T-shirts, underwear, socks, shoes, dishes and basic essentials. God’s Closet will be open the third Saturday of each month.
FREE KIDS CRAFT SATURDAYS
Art League of Ocean City, 502 94th St., 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Featuring “Butterflies.” Guided crafts led by friendly instructors. All supplies provided. Jessica Bauer, development@artleagueofoceancity.org, 410-524-9433
CHAMBER MUSIC BY THE SEA FESTIVAL FREE OUTDOOR CONCERT
Calvin B. Taylor House, 208 N. Main St., Berlin, 11 a.m.-11:59 p.m. Enjoy a surprise musical selection. Free event. https://www.chambermusicbythesea.co m
GOD’S CLOSET OPEN
New Hope United Methodist Church, 7338 New Hope Road, Willards, 12-2
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OCEAN PINES FARMERS & ARTISANS MARKET
Saturdays - White Horse Park, 239 Ocean Parkway, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Shop for everything from fresh local produce to unique handmade artisan goods. Also featuring family-friendly activities, music and unique shopping experiences. Open to the public, year round. 410-641-7052, https://www.oceanpines.org/web/pages /farmers-artisans-market
Sun., Aug. 16
ARTISTS PAINT OC FESTIVAL
Art League of Ocean City, 502 94th St. Artists will paint throughout Ocean City and the surrounding areas. Also featuring a Wet Paint Sale and Quick Paint Competition. Schedule: https://artleagueofoceancity.org/events/ category/event/list/. 410-524-9433
BERLIN FARMERS MARKET
Sundays (May-October) - Pitts, Commerce and Main streets, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., rain or shine. Producers only market, petting farm (9-11 a.m.), live music. www.TheBerlinFarmersMarket.com
SEWING SEEDS OF LOVE
Sundays - Buckingham Presbyterian Church, 20 S. Main St., Berlin, 10-11 a.m. Youth of all ages learn how to sew while making a difference. 410-641-0234
OC CRUZERS CAR SHOW
Somerset Plaza, Somerset Street, Ocean City, 3-6 p.m. Join the OC Cruzers Car Club for a free, family friendly car show. Each show will feature classic cars, custom rides and hot rods. Also, live music or a DJ. https://www.ocdc.org
SUNDAES IN THE PARK WITH FIREWORKS
Northside Park, 200 125th St., Ocean City, 7-9 p.m. Featuring “Kittyback: Classic & Country Rock.” Ice cream for purchase. Followed by fireworks. https://www.ococean.com/things-todo/free-family-fun/sundaes-in-thepark/
JEHOVAH’S WITNESSES MEETING
Sundays - Berlin Congregation of Jehovah’s Witnesses, 212 West St., Berlin, 10 a.m. www.jw.org
Mon., Aug. 17 SUNSET SOCIAL
Roland E. Powell Convention Center, 4001 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, 6-9 p.m. Shop local vendors, enjoy delicious food truck fair, sip beer and wine and dance the night away with Kristin & The Noise.
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BOARDWALK EAGLE HUNT
Ocean City Boardwalk, 698 N. Atlantic Ave., 12-8 p.m. Free activity for kids 12 years and younger. Pick up playing cards at participating merchants or the Information Booth. Find the plush eagles, get card stamped and return to receive an 8” plush eagle. 703-731-6515
STORY TIME: THINGS THAT FLY
Worcester County Library - Ocean City Branch, 10003 Coastal Highway, 10:30 a.m. Crafts, songs and stories. For ages 0-5 years. 410-524-1818, worcesterlibrary.org
MONDAY MOVIES AND MUNCHIES
Worcester County Library - Ocean Pines Branch, 11107 Cathell Road, 2 p.m. Come unearth another world. For ages 6-11 year. 410-208-4014, worcesterlibrary.org
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TidalHealth Atlantic, Conference Room 1, 9733 Healthway Drive, Berlin, 5-6:30 p.m. Take Off Pounds Sensibly (TOPS) is an educational group that promotes weight loss and a healthy lifestyle. Held weekly on Mondays. https://www.tops.org/home
ZUMBA
Mondays - Ocean Pines Community Center, 235 Ocean Parkway, 4:30 p.m. Zumba with optional light weights. zumbajoyceoc@gmail.com
BRIDGE
Mondays - Ocean City 50plus Center, 104 41st Street, Ocean City, 12:30-3:30 p.m. Reserve a spot: Tish, 410-804-3971. www.Worcoa.org/oceancity
DELMARVA WOMEN’S A CAPELLA CHORUS
Mondays - Ocean Pines Community Center, 239 Ocean Parkway, 6:00-8:00 p.m. All ladies who love to sing invited. If you plan to visit, please Contact: Director: Ludwig692@outlook.com, 410-6416876 or Membership Coordinator: ocelissa@yahoo.com, 410-641-8050.
OVEREATER’S ANONYMOUS
Mondays - Worcester County Library Ocean Pines Branch, 11107 Cathell Road, 7-8 p.m. No dues or fees. 410-459-9100
Tues., Aug. 18 CAVERN QUEST DAY
Worcester County Library - Snow Hill Branch, 307 N. Washington St., 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Stop by anytime to play, create and learn about caves, caverns and crystals. For families. 410-632-5622, worcesterlibrary.org
GENEALOGY WORKSHOP
Worcester County Library - Ocean Pines Branch, 11107 Cathell Road, 10 a.m. This workshop starts with a 20-minute lesson on genealogy research followed by a Q&A. Bring a laptop, tablet or papers containing family information, if you
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STORY TIME
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Worcester County Library - Berlin Branch, 13 Harrison Ave., 10:30 a.m. Story time featuring seasonal themes designed to support early literacy skills with stories, songs and fingerplays. For ages 0-5 years. 410-641-0650, worcesterlibrary.org
Tuesdays - Lewes Senior Center, 32083 Janice Rd. Lewes, DE, 7-9 p.m. Experienced dancers and others interested in watching or learning more are welcome. No partner required. Info: TangobytheBeach.com.
ZUMBA TONING TUESDAYS OC KNITTING GROUP Worcester County Library - Ocean City Branch, 10003 Coastal Highway, 10:30 a.m. Bring whatever project you happen to be working on. 410-524-1818, worcesterlibrary.org
BUILD IT Worcester County Library - Pocomoke Branch, 401 Fifth St., 10:30 a.m. Join in for construction and block play. For ages 2-5 years. 410-957-0878, worcesterlibrary.org
MOMMY/DADDY & ME CRAFT TIME Ocean Pines Community Center, 235 Ocean Parkway, 11 a.m.-noon. Featuring a short story and craft. Parents may need to assist child with crafts. All materials provided. Cost is $4. Pre-registration required: 410-641-7052, www.oceanpines.org.
Tuesdays - Northside Park, 200 125th St., Ocean City, 5:15 p.m. Zumba with optional light weights. zumbajoyceoc@gmail.com
WEIGHT MANAGEMENT AND WELLNESS GROUP Tuesdays - Holy Trinity Cathedral, 11021 Worcester Highway, 2-2:45 p.m. Use the weight loss program/app/plan of your choice. Free and open to everyone. 410641-4882, www.htcanglican.org/activities.
Wed., Aug. 19 Ocean Pines Yacht Club Pool, 1 Mumfords Landing Road, 6-8 p.m. DJ, games and prizes. Cost is $5 per swimmer at the gate. Food available for purchase. 410641-7052, oceanpines.org
Worcester County Library - Ocean Pines Branch, 11107 Cathell Road, 2 p.m. Games, hands-on activities and fun for all ages. Recognizing the top readers and offering a final opportunity to log ready completions. For families. 410-2084014, worcesterlibrary.org
BACKGAMMON CLUB
KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS SEAFOOD NIGHT
ILLEGAL ROBOCALLS, TEXT AND SPOOFING
Columbus Hall, 9901 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, 4:30-6:30 p.m. Steamed crabs, crab cakes, fried seafood platters, and a menu for all is available. You must pre-order crabs by calling 410-524-7994 or visiting https://koc9053-seafoodnights.square.site/.
Worcester County Library - Ocean City Branch, 10003 Coastal Highway, 12-1 p.m. Also held via Zoom. Learn how to protect your phone from scams, avoid robocalls, spoofing and cramming charges. Zoom: https://calvertlibrary.libnet.info/event/1 6271268. 443-783-6164.
Worcester County Library - Ocean Pines Branch, 11107 Cathell Road, 10:30 a.m. Drop in for a game of Backgammon, whether you’re an expert or want to refresh your skills. Beginners welcome. 410-208-4014, worcesterlibrary.org
BEACH HEROES-OC BREAST CANCER SUPPORT GROUP TidalHealth John H. “Jack” Burbage, Jr. Cancer Center, 9707 Healthway Drive, Berlin, 1-2 p.m. Hosted by Women Supporting Women. Held on the third Wednesday of each month. 410-5487880
JEHOVAH’S WITNESSES MEETING Tuesdays - Berlin Congregation of Jehovah’s Witnesses, 212 West St., Berlin, 7 p.m. www.jw.org
Snow Hill 50plus Center, 4767 Snow Hill Road, 1 p.m. Hosted by the Worcester County Health Department. Held on the third Wednesday of each month. 410632-1100, ext. 1113
Art League of Ocean City, 502 94th St., 5-8 p.m. Two rounds, one winner. Admission is free. Registration is encouraged: 410-524-9433, https://canvas.artleagueofoceancity.org/ events/38.
KIWANIS CLUB MEETING Wednesdays - Ocean Pines Community Center, 239 Ocean Parkway, 8 a.m. Doors open at 7:30 a.m. Last Wednesday of the month meetings are offsite and information can be found on the website and Facebook. www.kiwanisofopoc.org.
TAKE OFF POUNDS SENSIBLY
Wednesdays - Ocean Pines Community Center, 235 Ocean Parkway, 4:30 p.m. Zumba with optional light weights. zumbajoyceoc@gmail.com
Tuesdays - Worcester County Health Department, 9730 Healthway Drive, Berlin, 3:30-4:30 p.m. TOPS is a weekly support and education group promoting weight loss and a healthy lifestyle. 410-289-
Worcester County Library - Berlin Branch, 13 Harrison Ave., 1-7 p.m. Bring your gently used puzzles and leave with a
PLAY TIME Worcester County Library - Snow Hill Branch, 307 N. Washington St., 10:30 a.m. Join in for a variety of activities and toys. Play and socialize with other families. For ages 0-5 years. 410-632-5622, worcesterlibrary.org
Pocomoke City 50plus Center, 400 Walnut St., 11 a.m. Hosted by the Worcester County Health Department. Held on the third Thursday of each month. 410-6321100, ext. 1113
END OF SUMMER CELEBRATION Worcester County Library - Pocomoke Branch, 401 Fifth St., 2 p.m. Games, hands-on activities and fun for all ages. Recognizing the top readers and offering a final opportunity to log reading completions. For families. 410-957-0878, worcesterlibrary.org
LET’S MAKE … BYO CRAFTS Wednesdays - Ocean City Elks Lodge 2645, 13708 Sinepuxent Ave. Door open at 5 p.m., bingo starts at 6:30 p.m. Food available before bingo. Open to the public. 443-605-5028
Worcester County Library - Berlin Branch, 13 Harrison Ave., 2 p.m. Bring your own craft project and work alongside other adult crafters. Share and exchange ideas, skills and supplies. A unique assortment of supplies provided. 410-641-0650, worcesterlibrary.org
Thurs., Aug. 20
MONTHLY MOVIE MATINEE
CASH BINGO
SUNSET PARK CONCERTS Sunset Park, 700 S. Philadelphia Ave., Ocean City, 7-9 p.m. Featuring “The Dunehounds.” Admission to the park is free. https://www.ococean.com/thingsto-do/free-family-fun/sunset-parkparty-nights/
OCEAN PINES CONCERTS IN THE PARK White Horse Park Pavilion, Ocean Pines. 7-9 p.m. Free community event featuring “Coastal Country.” Food for sale. BYOB welcome. 410-641-7052
STORYTELLING ON THE LAWN Calvin B. Taylor House, 208 N. Main St., Berlin, 10 a.m. Featuring “The Curious Garden.” Free event. Bring a chair.
OCEAN CITY TOURISM POP UP The Coconut Club, 208 Baltimore Ave., Ocean City, 1-4 p.m. Stop by to grab a photo in front of OC photo ops, win smile swag and more. Be sure to download the app to play gams and win swag at the pop up. https://www.ococean.com/events/
SNAIL MAIL SOCIAL ZUMBA PLUS!!
Crafts, songs and stories. For ages 2-5 years. 410-208-4014, worcesterlibrary.org
DIABETES SUPPORT GROUP J1 SINGING COMPETITION
END OF SUMMER READ-A-THON Stop by any Worcester County library and celebrate a summer of books. Read and help reach the 510,000 minute community goal. All are welcome. For families. 410-632-5622, worcesterlibrary.org
END OF SUMMER CELEBRATION
Tuesdays - Volunteer beach clean-up group meets from 9-10 a.m., year-round. Trash bags, grabbers and gloves provided. Check the Facebook page “Beach Heroes-OC” for weekly meeting locations. All are welcome.
DIABETES SUPPORT GROUP
FAMILY FUN NIGHTS
MASTER GARDENERS PLANT CLINIC Worcester County Library - Ocean Pines Branch, 11107 Cathell Road, 1-4 p.m. Bring any questions you have and feel free to show your plants as well. 410208-4014, worcesterlibrary.org
new-to-you puzzle. Don’t have a puzzle but still want one? That’s okay, too. All puzzles must be complete and in their original box. All ages welcome. 410-6410650
Worcester County Library - Ocean City Branch, 10003 Coastal Highway, 10:30 a.m. Come write a letter and decorate an envelope to send it in at the Ocean City library. Light snacks provided. 410-5241818, worcesterlibrary.org
PUZZLE SWAP STORY TIME: MS. ANGIE’S FAVES Worcester County Library - Ocean Pines Branch, 11107 Cathell Road, 10:30 a.m.
Worcester County Library - Ocean Pines Branch, 11107 Cathell Road, 2 p.m. Catch a movie you may have missed in the theaters. 410-208-4014, worcesterlibrary.org
DRY PANTRY Thursdays - St. Paul United Methodist Church, 405 Flower Street, Berlin, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. For those in need of resources such as paper products, laundry products, baby items, and personal care items. Limits apply. 410-641-0270
ONGOING EVENTS TAKE AND MAKE: BACK TO SCHOOL FOLDERS Ocean City library, 10003 Coastal Highway, throughout August. Stop by the library to grab a special monthly take-home craft while supplies last. For families. 410-524-1818
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OF REAL PROPERTY AND ANY IMPROVEMENTS THEREON 13341 PEACHTREE ROAD OCEAN CITY, MD 21842 Under a power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust dated July 7, 2023, recorded in Liber 8607, Folio 36 and re-recorded in Liber 8662, Folio 235 among the Land Records of Worcester County, MD, with an original principal balance of $600,000.00, default having occurred under the terms thereof, the Sub. Trustees will sell at public auction at the Circuit Court for Worcester County, at the Court House Door, One W. Market St., Snow Hill, MD 21863, on SEPTEMBER 1, 2026 AT 4:00 PM ALL THAT FEE SIMPLE LOT OF GROUND, together with any buildings or improvements thereon located in Worcester County, 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 $59,000 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, or any modifications thereto, 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 to the purchaser in the event additional funds are tendered before settlement. 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, to the extent such amounts survive foreclosure sale, including water/sewer, ground rent and front foot benefit charges, to be adjusted to date of sale and thereafter assumed by purchaser. Purchaser is responsible for any recapture of homestead tax credit. All transfer taxes and recordation taxes shall be paid by Purchaser. The purchaser shall be responsible for the payment of the ground rent escrow, if required. Condominium fees and/or homeowners association dues, if any, shall be assumed by the purchaser from the date of sale. 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
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OC Today-Dispatch/Public Notices 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 purchaser waives personal service of any papers filed in connection with its failure to settle within ten days of ratification and expressly agrees to accept service by first class mail at the address provided by the Purchaser as identified on the Memorandum of Sale. 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. Sub. Trustees will convey either marketable or insurable title. If they cannot deliver one or the other, 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 return of the deposit without interest. (Matter No. 381136-1) Andrew J. Brenner, et al, Substitute Trustees
OCD-8/13/3t _________________________________ MARK H. WITTSTADT GERARD F. MILES, JR. COLE LUTHY Substitute Trustees 1966 Greenspring Dr., LL2 Lutherville Timonium, Maryland 21093 V Richard L. China Tammy L. China 5603 Atlantic Ave., #101 Ocean City, Maryland 21842 Defendants IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR WORCESTER COUNTY CASE # C-23-CV-26-000111
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ORDERED, by the Circuit Court for Worcester County this 22nd day of July, 2026, that the foreclosure sale of the real property known as 5603 Atlantic Ave., #101, Ocean City, Maryland 21842, being the property mentioned in these proceedings, made and reported by Mark H. Wittstadt, Gerard F. Miles, Jr., Cole Luthy, Substitute Trustees, be RATIFIED AND CONFIRMED, unless cause to the contrary thereof be shown on or before the 24th day of August, 2026. Provided a copy of this Order be inserted in Ocean City Digest, once in each of three successive weeks, before the 17th day of August, 2026. The Report states the amount of
the Foreclosure Sale to be $1,040,000.00. Susan R. Braniecki Clerk of the Circuit Court of Worcester County, Maryland True Copy Test: Susan R. Braniecki Clerk of the Circuit Court Worcester County, MD OCD-7/30/3t _________________________________
Minority Vendors are encouraged to compete for the Award of the Solicitation. Matt Perry Procurement Manager Town of Ocean City, Maryland OCD-7/30/9t _________________________________ MARIANNA BATIE ESQ LAW OFFICE OF MARIANNA BATIE 1321 MOUNT HERMON RD STE B SALISBURY, MD 21804-5303
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Mayor & City Council Ocean City, Maryland
BID SOLICITATION – B02-27 Ocean City Racquet Center Renovation
The Mayor & City Council of Ocean City is seeking BID’s from qualified and experienced Vendors to provide for the Ocean City Racquet Center Renovation and for said work to conform with the BID Documents. BID Documents for the Ocean City Racquet Center Renovation may be obtained from the Town’s Procurement Department by either e-mailing the Procurement Manager, Matt Perry, at mperry@oceancitymd.gov or Dawn Leonard at dleonard@oceancitymd.gov, or by calling (410) 723-6643 during regular business hours, or via the Solicitations tab on the Town’s (https://oceancitymd.gov/oc/procurement-bids/) website. Vendors are responsible for checking this website for Addenda before submitting their BID’s. The Town is not responsible for the content of any BID Document received through any third-party service. Vendors are responsible for ensuring the completeness and accuracy of their Completed BID Documents. A Pre-BID Meeting will be held on TUESDAY, AUGUST 11TH, 2026 AT 10:00AM EST, AT THE OCEAN CITY RACQUET CENTER, 104 61ST STREET, OCEAN CITY, MARYLAND 21842. The Last Day for Questions will be on TUESDAY, AUGUST 25TH, 2026 AT 4:00PM EST. Addendum will be posted by close of business on WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 26TH, 2026. Sealed BID Documents are due no later than MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 28TH, 2026, BY 10:00AM EST. BID submissions will be opened, read aloud, and then remanded back to staff for further review at the MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION, ON TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 29TH, 2026, AT 1:00PM EST. BID’s are to be submitted to the Mayor and City Council, Attention: City Clerk; Room 230, 301 North Baltimore Avenue, Ocean City, Maryland 21842, and the name of the Solicitation (Ocean City Racquet Center Renovation) must be noted on the outside of the package. Late BID Documents will not be accepted.
OF APPOINTMENT NOTICE TO CREDITORS NOTICE TO UNKNOWN HEIRS To all persons interested in the estate of DAVID JOHN PYLE Estate No. 21170 Notice is given that DIANNE VANAMAN PYLE whose address is 27 CANAL RD BERLIN, MD 21811-1601 was on JULY 24, 2026 appointed Personal Representative of the estate of DAVID JOHN PYLE who died on APRIL 19, 2026 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 interested persons or unpaid claimants having any objection to the appointment of the personal representative shall file their objection with the Register of Wills on or before the 24th day of JANUARY, 2027. All persons having any objection to the probate of the will of the decedent shall file their objections with the Register of Wills on or before the 24th day of JANUARY, 2027. 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; 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. TERRI WESTCOTT, Register of Wills for WORCESTER COUNTY ONE W MARKET STREET ROOM 102 - COURT HOUSE SNOW HILL, MD 21863-1074 OCD-7/30/3t _________________________________ JOSEPH E. MOORE ESQ. WILLIAMS MOORE, L.L.P. 12800 HOSPITALITY WAY OCEAN CITY, MD 21842-9394
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OF APPOINTMENT NOTICE TO CREDITORS NOTICE TO UNKNOWN HEIRS Estate No. 21194 TO ALL PERSONS INTERESTED
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IN THE ESTATE OF BRUCE R. TODD Notice is given that Starlett Y. Todd, 10858 Bishopville Road, Bishopville, MD 21813, was on July 23, 2026 appointed Personal Representative of the estate of Bruce R. Todd who died on June 19, 2026, 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 interested persons or unpaid claimants having any objection to the appointment of the personal representative shall file their objection with the Register of Wills on or before the 23rd day of January, 2027. All persons having any objection to the probate of the will of the decedent shall file their objections with the Register of Wills on or before the 23rd day of January, 2027. 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; 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. Starlett Y. Todd Personal Representative True Test Copy Terri Westcott Register of Wills for 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: July 30, 2026 OCD-7/30/3t _________________________________ C. LEE GORDON, ESQ. PARKER COUNTS 129 N. WASHINGTON STREET EASTON, MD 21601
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OF APPOINTMENT NOTICE TO CREDITORS NOTICE TO UNKNOWN HEIRS To all persons interested in the estate of KAREN S ADAMS Estate No. 21199 Notice is given that HEATHER ADAMS whose address is 7901 CIRCLE RD WHALEYVILLE, MD 21872-2018 was on JULY 27, 2026 appointed Personal Representative of the estate of KAREN S ADAMS who died on MARCH 06, 2026 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 interested persons or unpaid claimants having any objection to the appointment of the personal representative shall file their objection with the Register of Wills on or before the 27th day of JANUARY, 2027. All persons having any objection to the probate of the will of the decedent shall file their objections with the Register of Wills on or before the 27th day of JANUARY, 2027. 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; 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. TERRI WESTCOTT, Register of Wills for WORCESTER COUNTY ONE W MARKET STREET ROOM 102 - COURT HOUSE SNOW HILL, MD 21863-1074 OCD-7/30/3t _________________________________ MATTHEW A PEARL ESQ MCALLISTER, DE TAR, SHOWALTER & WALKER, LLC 100 N WEST ST EASTON, MD 21601-2710
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OF APPOINTMENT NOTICE TO CREDITORS NOTICE TO UNKNOWN HEIRS To all persons interested in the estate of GLEN DWIGHT SMITH Estate No. 21200 Notice is given that KAREN MARY SMITH whose address is 12035 S PINEY POINT RD BISHOPVILLE, MD 21813-1543 was on JULY 27, 2026 appointed Personal Representative of the estate of GLEN DWIGHT SMITH who died on JUNE 05, 2026 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 interested persons or unpaid claimants having any objection to the appointment of the personal representative shall file their objection with the Register of Wills on or before the 27th day of JANUARY, 2027. All persons having any objection to the probate of the will of the decedent shall file their objections with the Register of Wills on or before the 27th day of JANUARY, 2027. 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; 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. TERRI WESTCOTT, Register of Wills for WORCESTER COUNTY ONE W MARKET STREET ROOM 102 - COURT HOUSE SNOW HILL, MD 21863-1074 OCD-7/30/3t _________________________________ PETER S. BUAS, ESQ. COASTAL LAW OFFICE, LLC 3509 COASTAL HWY OCEAN CITY, MD 21842-3334
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TO CREDITORS OF APPOINTMENT OF FOREIGN PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVES ESTATE NO. 21202 NOTICE IS GIVEN that the REGISTER OF WILLS court of NEW CASTLE, DELAWARE appointed JANICE A TUBBS whose address is 12752 OLD BRIDGE RD OCEAN CITY, MD 21842-9652 as the PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE of the Estate of WINIFRED TUBBS who died on DECEMBER 28, 2012 domiciled in DELAWARE, USA. The name and address of the Maryland resident agent for service of process is N/A. At the time of death, the decedent owned real or leasehold property in the following Maryland counties: WORCESTER COUNTY. 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; 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 delivery of the notice. Claims filed after that date or after a date extended by law will be barred. TERRI WESTCOTT, Register of Wills for WORCESTER COUNTY ONE W MARKET STREET ROOM 102 - COURT HOUSE SNOW HILL, MD 21863-1074 OCD-8/6/3t _________________________________ KATHERINE RUESCH ESQ ALTMAN & ASSOCIATES 11300 ROCKVILLE PIKE, SUITE 708 ROCKVILLE, MD 20852-3093
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OF APPOINTMENT NOTICE TO CREDITORS NOTICE TO UNKNOWN HEIRS
AUGUST 14, 2026 Estate No. 21197 TO ALL PERSONS INTERESTED IN THE ESTATE OF RONALD M. SINGER AKA: RONALD MICHAEL SINGER Notice is given that Alexandra Lauren Briest, 5921 Yeagertown Rd., New Market, MD 21774-6335, was on July 29, 2026 appointed Personal Representative of the estate of Ronald M. Singer who died on July 07, 2026, 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 interested persons or unpaid claimants having any objection to the appointment of the personal representative shall file their objection with the Register of Wills on or before the 29th day of January, 2027. All persons having any objection to the probate of the will of the decedent shall file their objections with the Register of Wills on or before the 29th day of January, 2027. 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; 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. Alexandra Lauren Briest Personal Representative True Test Copy Terri Westcott Register of Wills for 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 06, 2026 OCD-8/6/3t _________________________________
BEFORE THE MARYLAND PUBLIC SERVICE COMMISSION THE TOWN OF BERLIN, MARYLAND’S APPLICATION FOR AUTHORITY TO ESTABLISH OPT-OUT CHARGES FOR AN ADVANCED METERING INFRASTRUCTURE SYSTEM AND TO ESTABLISH CHARGES FOR ELECTRIC VEHICLE PUBLIC CHARGING CASE NO. 9879
AUGUST 14, 2026
NOTICE
OF PUBLIC COMMENT HEARING The Maryland Public Service Commission will conduct a Public Comment Hearing on the above-captioned matter to obtain the views of members of the public regarding the Town of Berlin’s Application to establish smart meter opt-out charges and charges for Electric Vehicle public charging. The hearing will be held in conjunction with the regularly scheduled Mayor and Council Meeting on Monday, August 24, 2026, at 6:15 p.m. at the Worcester County Library, Berlin Branch, 13 Harrison Avenue, Berlin, MD 21811. The hearing will also be livestreamed, for viewing purposes only, on the Town of Berlin's Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/townofberlinmd. Public comments will not be addressed through Facebook or other social media platforms. Written comments on the Application may be submitted electronically or by first-class mail through August 28, 2026. Instructions for submitting written and electronic comments can be accessed by going to the Commission’s home page at https://psc.maryland.gov, scrolling down to the section titled “Comment on a Case” and clicking the link for “Learn More.” The instructions can also be accessed via the following link: https://psc.maryland.gov/online-services/file-a-public-comment/. Comments submitted electronically must be submitted through the Commission’s e-file system, which can be accessed via the following link: https://webpscxb.pscmaryland.com/ DMS/E-file-pc. If submitted by firstclass mail, comments must be addressed to Jamie Bergin, Chief Clerk, Maryland Public Service Commission, William Donald Schaefer Tower, 6 St. Paul Street, 16th Floor, Baltimore, Maryland 21202. Only one copy is required. All comments must include a reference to Case No. 9879. OCD-8/6/2t _________________________________
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OF APPLICATION FOR ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE LICENSE Application has been made by the Undersigned for a Class: "B" BEERWINE-LIQUOR License: 7 Day, By: Donald Mark Alimo, 10938 Sandy Lane, Berlin, Maryland 21811. For: Bird Cage, Inc. For the premises known as and located at: T/A: Smoky Heifer 3 9th Street Ocean City, Maryland 21842 There will be a public hearing on the application at the Worcester County Government Center, Room 1102, Snow Hill, Maryland, on: August 19, 2026 @ 12:15 P.M. The Board welcomes written or oral comments at said public hearing from any interested party. Information regarding this hearing can be found at www.co.worcester.md.us OCD-8/6/2t _________________________________
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OF APPLICATION FOR ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE LICENSE Application has been made by the Undersigned for a Promoter's License, By: Richard W. Meehan, 465 14th Street #18, Ocean City, MD 21842; David H. Smalley, 29389 Robinson Road, Spring, TX 77385. For: Spectrum Concessions, LLC For the premises known as and located at: T/A:Oceans Calling Friday September 25, 2026 through Sunday September 27, 2026 Alcoholic Beverage Sale Hours - Begins 12 p.m. until 10:30 p.m. each day Ocean City Inlet to North Division Street, including the inlet parking lot, the beach,the boardwalk, Ocean City pier, and portions of business adjacent to the boardwalk/Ocean City There will be a public hearing on the application at the Worcester County Government Center, Room 1102, Snow Hill, Maryland, on: August 19, 2026 @ 12:45 P.M. The Board welcomes written or oral comments at said public hearing from any interested party. Information regarding this hearing can be found at www.co.worcester.md.us OCD-8/6/2t _________________________________
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OF APPLICATION FOR ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE LICENSE Application has been made by the Undersigned for a Promoter's License, By: Richard W. Meehan, 465 14th Street #18, Ocean City, MD 21842; David H. Smalley, 29389 Robinson Road, Spring, TX 77385. For: Spectrum Concessions, LLC For the premises known as and located at: T/A: Country Calling Friday October 2, 2026 & Saturday October 3, 2026 Alcoholic Beverage Sale Hours - Begins 12 p.m. until 10:30 p.m. each day Ocean City Inlet to North Division Street, including the inlet parking lot, the beach, the boardwalk, Ocean City pier, and portions of business adjacent to the boardwalk/Ocean City There will be a public hearing on the application at the Worcester County Government Center, Room 1102, Snow Hill, Maryland, on: August 19, 2026 @ 12:55 P.M. The Board welcomes written or oral comments at said public hearing from any interested party. Information regarding this hearing can be found at www.co.worcester.md.us OCD-8/6/2t _________________________________ GORDON FEINBLATT, LLC BROOKE SHEMER ZWEIG, ESQ. 1001 FLEET ST., STE. 700 BALTIMORE, MD 21202-4825
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TO CREDITORS OF APPOINTMENT OF FOREIGN PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE ESTATE NO. 21205 NOTICE IS GIVEN that the Or-
phans’ court of Chester County, Pennsylvania appointed John J. Park, 600 5th Ave., Fl. 14, New York, NY 10020-2346 as the Personal Representative of the Estate of Carolyn Ann Park who died on November 07, 2025 domiciled in Pennsylvania, America. The name and address of the Maryland resident agent for service of process is Brooke Shemer Zweig, Esq., 1001 Fleet St., Ste. 700, Baltimore, MD 21202-4825. 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; or (2) Two months after the foreign personal representative mails or delivers to the creditor a copy of this published notice or other written notice, notifying the creditor that the claim will be barred unless the creditor presents the claim within two months from the mailing or other delivery of the notice. Claims filed after that date or after a date extended by law will be barred. John J. Park Foreign Personal Representative Terri Westcott Register of Wills One W. Market Street Room 102 - Court House Snow Hill, MD 21863-1074 Name of Newspaper: Ocean City Digest Date of first publication: August 06, 2026 OCD-8/6/3t _________________________________
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OF INTRODUCTION OF BILL 26-03 WORCESTER COUNTY COMMISSIONERS Take Notice that Bill 26-03 (Zoning – Accessory structure size) was introduced by Commissioner Fiori on July 21, 2026. A fair summary of the bill is as follows: Repeal and replace subsection § ZS 1 305(p)(3) of the Zoning and Subdivision Control Article to establish a special exception provision to permit an accessory structure up to 1,600 square feet where the lot or parcel is located within 100 feet of the property owner’s primary residence, subject to a recorded deed restriction. A Public Hearing will be held at the Commissioners’ Meeting Room, Room 1101 – Government Center, One West Market Street, Snow Hill, Maryland on Tuesday, September 1, 2026, at 10:35 AM. This is only a fair summary of the bill. A full copy of the bill is available for public inspection in the main hall of the Worcester County Government Center outside Room 1103. In addition, a full copy of the bill is available on the county website at www.worcestermd.gov. THE WORCESTER COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OCD-8/6/2t _________________________________
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OF PUBLIC HEARING FOR THE UPDATED CRITICAL AREA MAPS OF WORCESTER COUNTY Pursuant to Section NR 3-110 of the Natural Resources Article of the Code of Public Local Laws of Worcester County, Maryland, the Critical Area Commission has submitted the official updated Critical Area maps to Worcester County for local consideration and adoption. Pursuant to Section NR 3-110(b) of the Natural Resources Article of the Code of Public Local Laws of Worcester County, Maryland, the County Commissioners will hold a public hearing. At said public hearing, the Commissioners will consider the request for adoption of the updated Critical Area maps, any staff reports and recommendations, comments of other agencies, and testimony offered before them. The public hearing on this application will be held on TUESDAY, September 1, 2026 at 10:30 A.M. in the Commissioners’ Meeting Room, Room 1101 – Government Center One West Market Street, Snow Hill, Maryland 21863 The file containing the request for reclassification and other pertinent information which will be entered into the record of the public hearing are on file and are available for inspection at the Department of Environmental Programs, Worcester County Government Center, Suite 1306 (3rd floor), One West Market Street, Snow Hill, Maryland, 21863 during regular business hours of 8:00 am to 4:30 pm. Questions may be directed to David Bradford, Deputy Director, by calling (410) 632-1220, extension 1143 or email at dbradford@co.worcester.md.us THE WORCESTER COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OCD-8/6/2t _________________________________ RACHEL B HARRIS ESQ PO BOX 62 POCOMOKE CITY, MD 21851-0062
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OF APPOINTMENT NOTICE TO CREDITORS NOTICE TO UNKNOWN HEIRS To all persons interested in the estate of JOAN C YOUNG Estate No. 21208 Notice is given that BENNETT D YOUNG whose address is 3791 FIVE FRIARS RD SALISBURY, MD 21804-2529, GREGORY E YOUNG whose address is 6605 PITCH PINE DR SNOW HILL, MD 21863-3307 were on JULY 31, 2026 appointed Personal Representative of the estate of JOAN C YOUNG who died on MAY 24, 2026 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 interested persons or unpaid claimants having any objection to the appointment of the personal representative shall file their objection
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with the Register of Wills on or before the 31st day of JANUARY, 2027. All persons having any objection to the probate of the will of the decedent shall file their objections with the Register of Wills on or before the 31st day of JANUARY, 2027. 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; 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. TERRI WESTCOTT, Register of Wills for WORCESTER COUNTY ONE W MARKET STREET ROOM 102 - COURT HOUSE SNOW HILL, MD 21863-1074 OCD-8/6/3t _________________________________ MARIANA BATIE ESQ. BATIE LAW LLC 9748 STEPHEN DECATUR HWY., STE. 112 OCEAN CITY, MD 21842-9358
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OF APPOINTMENT NOTICE TO CREDITORS NOTICE TO UNKNOWN HEIRS Estate No. 21207 TO ALL PERSONS INTERESTED IN THE ESTATE OF GLENN KARL ARZADON Notice is given that Danaya Arzadon, 121 Maple Dr., Berlin, MD 21811-1117, was on July 31, 2026 appointed Personal Representative of the estate of Glenn Karl Arzadon who died on July 10, 2026, 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 interested persons or unpaid claimants having any objection to the appointment of the personal representative shall file their objection with the Register of Wills on or before the 31st day of January, 2027. All persons having any objection to the probate of the will of the decedent shall file their objections with the Register of Wills on or before the 31st day of January, 2027. 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; 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. Danaya Arzadon Personal Representative True Test Copy Terri Westcott Register of Wills for 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 06, 2026 OCD-8/6/3t _________________________________ REENA J. PATEL, ESQ. LAW OFFICE OF MARIANNE BATIE 1321 MOUNT HERMON RD., STE. B SALISBURY, MD 21804-5303
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OF APPOINTMENT NOTICE TO CREDITORS NOTICE TO UNKNOWN HEIRS To all persons interested in the estate of RUTH K. GUBOSH Estate No. 21146 Notice is given that GWENDOLYN CARLSON whose address is 21902 REDBEAM AVE., TORRANCE, CA 90503-6233 was on JULY 31, 2026 appointed Personal Representative of the estate of RUTH K. GUBOSH who died on MAY 08, 2026 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 interested persons or unpaid claimants having any objection to the appointment of the personal representative shall file their objection with the Register of Wills on or before the 31st day of JANUARY, 2027. 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 31st day of JANUARY, 2027. 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; 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. TERRI WESTCOTT, Register of
Wills for Worcester County ONE W MARKET STREET ROOM 102 - COURT HOUSE SNOW HILL, MD 21863-1074 OCD-8/6/3t _________________________________
MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF SNOW HILL
NOTICE
of Public Hearing Board of Zoning Appeals Notice is hereby given that the Board of Appeals for the Town of Snow Hill Maryland will conduct a public hearing in accordance with the provisions of Snow Hill Town Code, Chapter 230 Zoning, Article VI, §200 29-33 and Chapter 89 Flood Plain Management Art. VII §89-4648 on: Wednesday, August 26, 2026 6:00PM 309 N Washington St., Town Hall Annex Case No. 2026-2. 295 Willow Street Snow Hill, MD. Tax Account: 02-016621. Map 0200, Grid 0009, Parcel 0106. To request variances for the following: (1) of 3.15 feet from the Flood Protection Elevation of 9.35 feet to allow the first floor of an existing building undergoing substantial improvements to remain at 6.2 feet per Town Code §89-37 A. 1; (2) waive use restrictions to allow the lowest floor to be used for a commercial laundry; flood damage resistance materials and wet flood proofing standards per Town Code § 89-36 C. (1)-(3); (3) dry flood proofing standards (water tight) per Town Code §89-37 B. (3) (a-g); (4) the elevation of certain electrical/mechanical/HVAC/plumbing to be lower that the Flood Protection Elevation per Town Code §89-24 A-H. The property is located in Flood Zone AE Community Panel Number 24047C0242H. This case was left open at the conclusion of the last meeting by the Board of Zoning Appeals. For more information contact the Snow Hill Planning/Zoning/Building Department at 410-632-2080 ext. 104 or email codeofficial@snowhillmd.com OCD-8/6/2t _________________________________
INVITATION TO BID 2026-06
WESTMINSTER, ABBEY, AND UPSHUR STORMWATER MANAGEMENT UPGRADES TOWN OF BERLIN, MARYLAND Electronic and/or sealed hard copy proposals will be received by the Mayor and Council of Berlin, Worcester County, Maryland, at the Berlin Visitor Center located at 14 S.
AUGUST 14, 2026 Main Street, Berlin, Maryland 21811, until 26 August 2026 for the WESTMINSTER, ABBEY, AND UPSHUR STORMWATER MANAGEMENT UPGRADES. Electric submissions are to be sent to mbohlen@berlinmd.gov, kdaub@berlinmd.gov, and info@berlinmd.gov. Hard copies are to be submitted at the Berlin Visitor Center located at 14 S. Main Street, Berlin, MD 21811. The bid opening will occur at 2:00 pm on 26 August 2026 at the Berlin Police Station located at 129 Decatur Street, Berlin, MD 21811, where the proposals will be opened publicly and read aloud. Potential bidders are encouraged to attend the non-mandatory PreBid Meeting, which will be held on 23 July 2026, at 2:00 p.m. at the Berlin Police Station located at 129 Decatur Street, Berlin, Maryland. Bid documents are available on the Town of Berlin website https://berlinmd.gov/government/request-for-proposals/. All inquiries shall be directed to Steven Lemasters, P.E., Project Manager, EA Engineering, Science, and Technology, Inc., PBC, at 410641-5341. OCD-7/23/2t _________________________________ QUINN W. MCGINNES WILLIAMS MOORE, L.L.P. 12800 HOSPITALITY WAY OCEAN CITY, MD 21842-9394
NOTICE
OF APPOINTMENT NOTICE TO CREDITORS NOTICE TO UNKNOWN HEIRS Estate No. 21216 TO ALL PERSONS INTERESTED IN THE ESTATE OF SHERRAN G. NAHM Notice is given that Cassandra Nicole Parker, 9 Hyde Park Rd., Pensacola, FL 32503-5830, was on August 06, 2026 appointed Personal Representative of the estate of Sherran G. Nahm who died on July 11, 2026, 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 interested persons or unpaid claimants having any objection to the appointment of the personal representative shall file their objection with the Register of Wills on or before the 6th day of February, 2027. All persons having any objection to the probate of the will of the decedent shall file their objections with the Register of Wills on or before the 6th day of February, 2027. 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; 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 de-
AUGUST 14, 2026 livery 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. Cassandra Nicole Parker Personal Representative True Test Copy Terri Westcott Register of Wills for 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 13, 2026 OCD-8/13/3t _________________________________ QUINN W. MCGINNES WILLIAMS MOORE, L.L.P. 12800 HOSPITALITY WAY OCEAN CITY, MD 21842-9394 ROSENBLIT FAMILY LLC Plaintiff v. AMY DORAN & ROSE DORAN Defendants CASE NO. D-024-CV-26-008276 IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF MARYLAND FOR WORCESTER COUNTY
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OF PENDING LAWSUIT Rosenblit Family LLC hereby provides notice to Amy Doran and Rose Doran that a complain related to their breach of lease has been filed in the District Court of Maryland for Worcester County in Case No. D024-CV-26-008276, in which the Plaintiff seeks $21,000 in damages, plus interest, attorney's fees, and such other relief as may be available. If you contest all or part of the claim, complete and file a Notice of Intention to Defend in the above captioned case no later than September 13. Failing to file the response within the time allowed or not attend the hearing may result in a judgment by default or the granting of the relief sought. Service via publication has been authorized in accordance with the July 28, 2026 Order of the Court. Quinn W. McGinnes, Esquire AIS #2311290020 Williams, Moore, LLP 12800 Hospitality Way Ocean City, Maryland 21842 (410) 289-3553 qmcginnes@wmoclaw.com Attorney for Plaintiff OCD-8/13/3t _________________________________ QUINN W. MCGINNES WILLIAMS MOORE, L.L.P. 12800 HOSPITALITY WAY OCEAN CITY, MD 21842-9394 ROSENBLIT FAMILY LLC Plaintiff AMY DORAN, et al. Defendants CASE NO. D-024-CV-26-008276 IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF MARYLAND FOR WORCESTER COUNTY
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OF JUDICIAL PROBATE To all Persons Interested in the above estate: You are hereby notified that a petition has been filed by Michelle Simon, Esq., 401 North Washington Street, Suite 445, Rockville, MD 20850 for the appointment of a personal representative. A hearing will be held at One W. Market Street, Court Room 4, Court House, Snow Hill, MD 21863 on September 15, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. This hearing may be transferred or postponed to a subsequent time. Further information may be obtained by reviewing the estate file in the office of the Register of Wills. Terri Westcott Register of Wills One W. Market Street Room 102 - Court House Snow Hill, MD 21863-1074 Phone: (410) 632-1529 Newspaper designated by personal representative: Ocean City Digest Publication Date: August 13, 2026 OCD-8/13/2t _________________________________ McCabe, Weisberg & Conway LLC 312 Marshall Avenue, Suite 800 Laurel, Maryland 20707 301-490-3361 Laura H.G. O'Sullivan, et al., Substitute Trustees Plaintiffs vs. Estate of Helen R. Baldwin and Bruce T. Baldwin, Sr. Defendants IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR WORCESTER COUNTY, MARYLAND Civil No. C-23-CV-25-000183
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ORDERED, this 7th day of August, 2026 by the Circuit Court of WORCESTER COUNTY, Maryland, that the sale of the property at 209 Maple Avenue, 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 7th day of September, 2026 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 31st day of August, 2026, next. The report states the amount of sale to be $21,000.00. Susan Braniecki CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT WORCESTER COUNTY, MARYLAND True Copy Test: Susan R. Braniecki Clerk of the Circuit Court Worcester County MD OCD-8/13/3t _________________________________ SMALL ESTATE
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OF APPOINTMENT NOTICE TO CREDITORS NOTICE TO UNKNOWN HEIRS Estate No. 21211 TO ALL PERSONS INTERESTED IN THE ESTATE OF KEVIN PAUL LYONS Notice is given that David Paul Lyons, 11710 Riverview Dr., Unit 2, Berlin, MD 21811-3212, was on August 06, 2026 appointed personal representative of the small estate of Kevin Paul Lyons who died on July 15, 2026, 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 interested persons or unpaid claimants having any objection to the appointment shall file their objections with the Register of Wills within 30 days after the date of publication of this Notice. All persons having an objection to the probate of the will shall file their objections with the Register of Wills within six months after the date of publication of this Notice. All persons having claims against the decedent must serve their claims on the undersigned personal representative or file them with the Register of Wills with a copy to the undersigned on or before the earlier of the following dates: (1) Six months from the date of the decedent’s death; or (2) Thirty days after the personal representative mails or otherwise delivers to the creditor a copy of this published notice or other written notice, notifying the creditor that the claim will be barred unless the creditor presents the claim within thirty days from the mailing or other delivery of the notice. Any claim not served or filed within that time, or any extension provided by law, is unenforceable thereafter. David Paul Lyons Personal Representative True Test Copy Register of Wills for Worcester County Terri Westcott 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 13, 2026 OCD-8/13/1t _________________________________ SMALL ESTATE
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OF APPOINTMENT NOTICE TO CREDITORS NOTICE TO UNKNOWN HEIRS Estate No. 21215 TO ALL PERSONS INTERESTED IN THE ESTATE OF RICHARD HARVEY OUTTEN Notice is given that Mary Ellen Outten, 6760 Ayres Ln. Rd., Snow Hill, MD 21863-4108, was on August 06, 2026 appointed personal representative of the small estate of Richard Harvey Outten who died on September 23, 2024, 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 interested persons or unpaid claimants having any objection to the appointment shall file their objections with the Register of Wills within 30 days after the date of publication of this Notice. All persons having an objection to the probate of the will shall file their objections with the Register of Wills within six months after the date of publication of this Notice. All persons having claims against the decedent must serve their claims on the undersigned personal representative or file them with the Register of Wills with a copy to the undersigned on or before the earlier of the following dates: (1) Six months from the date of the decedent’s death; or (2) Thirty days after the personal representative mails or otherwise delivers to the creditor a copy of this published notice or other written notice, notifying the creditor that the claim will be barred unless the creditor presents the claim within thirty days from the mailing or other delivery of the notice. Any claim not served or filed within that time, or any extension provided by law, is unenforceable thereafter. Mary Ellen Outten Personal Representative True Test Copy Register of Wills for Worcester County Terri Westcott 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 13, 2026 OCD-8/13/1t _________________________________ SMALL ESTATE
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OF APPOINTMENT NOTICE TO CREDITORS NOTICE TO UNKNOWN HEIRS Estate No. 21160 TO ALL PERSONS INTERESTED IN THE ESTATE OF JOSEPH WILLIAM BAGDON AKA: JOSEPH W. BAGDON
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Notice is given that Justine Rosser, 11 Cannon Dr., Ocean Pines, MD 21811-1730, was on August 07, 2026 appointed personal representative of the small estate of Joseph William Bagdon who died on May 30, 2026, 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 interested persons or unpaid claimants having any objection to the appointment shall file their objections with the Register of Wills within 30 days after the date of publication of this Notice. All persons having an objection to the probate of the will shall file their objections with the Register of Wills within six months after the date of publication of this Notice. All persons having claims against the decedent must serve their claims on the undersigned personal representative or file them with the Register of Wills with a copy to the undersigned on or before the earlier of the following dates: (1) Six months from the date of the decedent’s death; or (2) Thirty days after the personal representative mails or otherwise delivers to the creditor a copy of this published notice or other written notice, notifying the creditor that the claim will be barred unless the creditor presents the claim within thirty days from the mailing or other delivery of the notice. Any claim not served or filed within that time, or any extension provided by law, is unenforceable thereafter. Justine Rosser Personal Representative True Test Copy Register of Wills for Worcester County Terri Westcott 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 13, 2026 OCD-8/13/1t _________________________________ SMALL ESTATE
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OF APPOINTMENT NOTICE TO CREDITORS NOTICE TO UNKNOWN HEIRS Estate No. 21189 TO ALL PERSONS INTERESTED IN THE ESTATE OF TERESA LYNN AKA: THERESA LYNN Notice is given that Karen Ardis, 515 Tidewater Cv, Berlin, MD 218114201, was on August 07, 2026 appointed personal representative of the small estate of Teresa Lynn who died on April 14, 2026, 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 interested persons or unpaid claimants having any objection to the appointment shall file their objections with the Register of Wills within 30 days after the date of pub-
lication of this Notice. All persons having an objection to the probate of the will shall file their objections with the Register of Wills within six months after the date of publication of this Notice. All persons having claims against the decedent must serve their claims on the undersigned personal representative or file them with the Register of Wills with a copy to the undersigned on or before the earlier of the following dates: (1) Six months from the date of the decedent’s death; or (2) Thirty days after the personal representative mails or otherwise delivers to the creditor a copy of this published notice or other written notice, notifying the creditor that the claim will be barred unless the creditor presents the claim within thirty days from the mailing or other delivery of the notice. Any claim not served or filed within that time, or any extension provided by law, is unenforceable thereafter. Karen Ardis Personal Representative True Test Copy Register of Wills for Worcester County Terri Westcott 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 13, 2026 OCD-8/13/1t _________________________________ SMALL ESTATE
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OF APPOINTMENT NOTICE TO CREDITORS NOTICE TO UNKNOWN HEIRS Estate No. 21174 TO ALL PERSONS INTERESTED IN THE ESTATE OF ROBERT JOSEPH LANCELOTTA AKA: J. LANCELOTTA, ROBERT J. LANCELOTTA Notice is given that Robert J. Lancelotta Jr., 440 M St. NW, Washington, DC 20001-4616, was on August 07, 2026 appointed personal representative of the small estate of Robert Joseph Lancelotta who died on April 16, 2025, 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 interested persons or unpaid claimants having any objection to the appointment shall file their objections with the Register of Wills within 30 days after the date of publication of this Notice. All persons having an objection to the probate of the will shall file their objections with the Register of Wills within six months after the date of publication of this Notice. All persons having claims against the decedent must serve their claims on the undersigned personal representative or file them with the Register of Wills with a copy to the undersigned on or before the earlier of the following dates: (1) Six months from the date of the decedent’s death; or
(2) Thirty days after the personal representative mails or otherwise delivers to the creditor a copy of this published notice or other written notice, notifying the creditor that the claim will be barred unless the creditor presents the claim within thirty days from the mailing or other delivery of the notice. Any claim not served or filed within that time, or any extension provided by law, is unenforceable thereafter. Robert J. Lancelotta Jr. Personal Representative True Test Copy Register of Wills for Worcester County Terri Westcott 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 13, 2026 OCD-8/13/1t _________________________________
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OF PUBLIC HEARING BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS TOWN OF OCEAN CITY, MARYLAND Pursuant to the provisions of Chapter 110 of the Code of Ocean City, Maryland, hereinafter referred to as the Code, same being the Zoning Ordinance for Ocean City, Maryland, notice is hereby given that public hearings will be conducted by the Board of Zoning Appeals for Ocean City, Maryland in the Council Chambers of City Hall located on Baltimore Avenue and Third Street, in the Town of Ocean City, Maryland on: Thursday, August 27, 2026 AT 6:00 P.M. Pursuant to the provisions of Section 110-93(2), Powers of the Code, an application related to Section 110-94(2)(b) has been filed to request a special parking exception to waive two (2) out of four (4) required offstreet parking spaces for a proposed reconstruction of an existing dwelling. The Property is described as Tax Map 112, Grid 14, Parcel 4481, and as Lot 55 of the Runaway Bay Plat. It is further described as being on the south side of Penguin Drive and is locally known as 611 Penguin Drive, Unit 55, in the Town of Ocean City, Maryland. APPLICANT: HUGH CROPPER IV, ESQ. FOR THE LUIS AND STEPHANIE DECELIS REVOCABLE TRUST (BZA 2748, #26-09400012) AT 6:15 PM Pursuant to the provisions of Section 110-93(2), Powers of the Code, an application related to Section 110-94(3)(a) has been filed to request a special yard exception for a second floor addition to be built to a legally nonconforming 4.7-foot side yard setback rather than 5 feet as required
AUGUST 14, 2026 by Code. The Property is described as Tax Map 117, Grid 24, Parcel 6099A, and as Lot 15, Block 5, of the Revised Fenwick, Maryland Plat No. 3 – for the resubdivision of Blocks 3, 5, 7, 12, and 16. The Property is further described as being on the east side of Assawoman Drive and is locally known as 12506 Assawoman Drive, in the Town of Ocean City, Maryland. APPLICANT: BRADLEY CONSTRUCTION INC. (BZA 2750, #26-09400013) Further information concerning the public hearings may be examined in the office of the Department of Planning and Community Development in City Hall. Christopher Rudolf, Chairman Maureen Howarth, Attorney OCD-8/13/2t _________________________________
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HVAC Upgrades at Mystic Harbour & Riddle Farm WTP Worcester County is seeking Bids from qualified Vendors for Mystic Harbour & Riddle Farm Water Treatment Plants (WTP) HVAC Upgrades in conformity with the requirements contained in the Bid Documents. Bid Documents for the above referenced project may be obtained from the Worcester County Commissioner’s Office by either e-mailing the Procurement Officer at purchasing@worcestermd.gov, or via the Bid Board on the County’s website. Vendors are responsible for checking this website for addenda prior to submitting their bids. Worcester County is not responsible for the content of any Bid Document received through any third party bid service. It is the sole responsibility of the vendor to ensure the completeness and accuracy of their Completed Bid Documents. A pre-bid meeting will be held at 2 p.m. on August 18, 2026, at the Ocean Pines Wastewater Treatment Plant (WWTP), Operation Building. Attendance is not mandatory. Each Vendor is responsible for examining both facilities and becoming familiar with access, staging, existing construction, electrical service, operating constraints, and all conditions affecting the Work. The last date/time to submit questions for clarification will be noon on September 10, 2026. Sealed Bid Documents are due no later than September 17, 2026, at 2 p.m. and will be opened and read aloud in the Office of the County Commissioners, Worcester County Government Center – Room 1103, One West Market Street, Snow Hill, Maryland 21863. Late Bid Documents cannot be accepted. Envelopes shall be marked “Mystic Harbour & Riddle Farm WTP HVAC Upgrades” in the lower lefthand corner. Minority vendors are encouraged to compete for award of this project. OCD-8/13/1t _________________________________
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OC sees uptick in jellyfish, a nuisance for beach visitors Warm water temperature, calm waves create perfect conditions for sea nettles By Brian Shane Staff Writer (Aug. 14, 2026) This summer’s jellyfish swarm in Ocean City has gone from expected nuisance to stubborn menace, fueled by a near-perfect combination of warm water, favorable salinity, and unusually calm surf. “They’re worse than I’ve ever seen them,” said Butch Arbin, the Ocean City Beach Patrol captain now in his 54th year with the agency. It’s normal for jellyfish – specifically, sea nettles – to show up in coastal Atlantic waters in late July and early August. But this summer, sea nettles have lingered about two weeks – far longer than usual. The duration of the bloom, the number of complaints, and a marked increase in requests for medical help are among the reasons Arbin says this is the worst stretch of jellyfish season he can recall. In one recent week, lifeguards tallied more than 3,000 jellyfish-related interactions with beachgoers, compared with a couple hundred in a typical week. The town’s emergency
services department also confirmed a recent surge in 911 calls related to jellyfish stings. Their numbers have been hard to miss. At Wednesday morning’s Surfer’s Healing event, one parent used a small shovel to scoop jellyfish from the water’s edge and dump them into a hole in the sand. Arbin also said Ocean City lifeguards were already reporting numerous stings at a competition in Rehoboth Beach last month. Beachgoers have sounded the alarm, too, on social media, with a swarm of their own jellyfish-related posts and photos. What’s causing all this? Arbin says hot, sunny weather has warmed the ocean’s surface. A lack of wave action has kept cooler water below from mixing upward. Meanwhile, relatively little rain has helped keep the water within a favorable range of salinity for sea nettles. And, ironically, the same calm conditions that have muted rip currents – usually one of the ocean’s biggest dangers – have also allowed the sea nettles to linger. With fewer swimmers in the ocean and weaker rip currents, lifeguards have not had to rescue nearly as See OCBP Page 75
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OCBP warns of jellyfish swarm Continued from Page 74 many people, Arbin said. As for when the sea nettles will finally depart, rougher surf typically disperses them by this point in the summer, he added. Sea nettles can sting with their long tentacles, which can trail well beyond the jellyfish’s bell. For swimmers who do venture in, covering exposed skin with a surfer’s rash guard or similar clothing can help prevent stings. If stung, Arbin recommends rinsing the area with seawater, not fresh water, and removing any remaining tentacles. A paste of baking soda and seawater may help, followed by a hot shower for pain relief. “As hot as you can safely stand it,” he said. Most stings do not require medical treatment. Arbin said swimmers should seek medical attention if experiencing difficulty breathing, chest or throat tightness, nausea, vomiting, or worsening pain. And no, urine is not a pain reliever. Peeing on a jellyfish sting is a myth with no scientific backing and could actually make the sting hurt worse, the Beach Patrol says.
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OCPD documents impacts of teen takeover gatherings By Bethany Hooper Associate Editor (Aug. 14, 2026) The Ocean City Police Department is joining municipal law enforcement agencies across the state in gathering information that can be used in writing legislation targeting “teen takeover” events. During a police commission meeting Monday, Police Chief Ray Austin said his agency had recently submitted a document on the operational impact of teen takeover events that have occurred in Ocean City over the last couple of years. That information, officials say, will be used by the Maryland Chiefs of Police Association and the Maryland Municipal League to propose legislation that would curb any illegal and destructive activities. “Basically, the Maryland Chiefs of Police first wanted to know an operational overview of the problems we were experiencing, and they wanted us to give examples of some of those teen takeovers we were experiencing,” Austin said. Teen takeovers are described as mass gatherings in which young people use social media platforms to gather in one location at a certain time. While some are used as social
meetups, others have escalated to fights, vandalism and disorderly conduct, quickly straining police resources. In Ocean City, for example, a takeover event organized online brought hundreds of participants to town for last year’s Independence Day celebrations. The weekend, in turn, was marred by a Boardwalk stampede, large gatherings on streets and beaches, and a reported shooting. Austin said this week that 52% of arrestees associated with last year’s gatherings were under the age of 21. When similar takeover events returned to Ocean City this summer, that number jumped to 67%. “A good majority of these are from people coming down here,” he said of the illegal behavior, adding that most of those arrested this year were either from out of state or Baltimore County. But Ocean City is not the only jurisdiction experiencing teen takeover events, Mayor Rick Meehan said Monday. He said he has heard stories from representatives in other municipalities across the state, and even across the country. Most recently, for example, Mee-
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Police Chief Ray Austin, right, presents members of the Ocean City Police Commission with a document detailing local teen takeover events and the agency’s management strategies.
Dept. to send info to state agency han – joined by the city manager and police chief – held a virtual meeting with officials from Newport Beach, Calif., who recently experienced a takeover event that led to more than 400 arrests. That meeting, he said, was organized by the city’s mayor, who had heard of Ocean City’s issues and wanted to share ideas. “It’s amazing, 3,000 miles apart and you are basically having the same type of issues,” he said. “It shows it’s not an
Ocean City issue, it’s not a state of Maryland issue, it’s a countrywide issue.” At the state level, municipalities and law enforcement agencies are pushing for laws to target teen takeovers. Meehan said this week that effort is now being led by MML, which has made the legislation a top priority for the 2027 Maryland General Assembly session. “It’s moving forward,” he said of the proposed legislation. To develop some sort of solution,
Austin said the Maryland Chiefs of Police Association is turning to municipal agencies to gather information. He said the document prepared by the Ocean City Police Department includes data on local teen takeovers, the different types of takeover events experienced in Ocean City, and the ways the city is managing the issue. “This was sent to the Maryland Chiefs of Police to identify the issues we’ve been having here,” he said.
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Route 528 upgrades include lighting, signs By Bethany Hooper Associate Editor (Aug. 14, 2026) The Maryland State Highway Administration (SHA) continues to explore upgrades to Ocean City’s main road, all while keeping a shared bus lane that was once slated for a conversion project. In an update this month, state highway officials said the SHA design team was working to complete a portion of roadway improvements along MD Route 528, which includes an area of Coastal Highway and Philadelphia Avenue between 15th and 67th streets. Those measures – aimed at improving bicycle and pedestrian safety – include maintaining the existing shared bus, bicycle and right-turn lane, while exploring additional lighting and signage, to name a few. “The SHA is committed to advancing improvements on MD 528 to enhance safety for pedestrians, bicyclists, motorists and micromobility users along the corridor,” SHA Media Relations Manager Shanteé Felix said in a statement last week. “In the Spring, the Town of Ocean City raised concerns about the scope of the pilot project. The scope of the project was adjusted to focus on other safety improvements along MD 528 between 15th Street and 67th Street including additional lighting, signage, pavement markings, and the installation of non-
traversable median barrier.” Earlier this year, SHA officials announced a series of improvements along a stretch of Coastal Highway and Philadelphia Avenue. Among them, a proposed pilot program to convert an existing bus lane between 17th and 26th streets into a dedicated bike path. As proposed, the agency would have moved municipal buses into the slow lane of the highway, where they would pick up riders from a “floating” bus stop located between the slow lane and a dedicated bike pathway. From the outset, the agency made it clear the goal of the project would be to improve bicycle and pedestrian safety
along the roadway. From 2018 to 2023, for example, the agency recorded 49 crashes involving pedestrians, 38 crashes involving bicyclists and four fatalities along the portions of the highway being studied. However, city officials argued that the conversion project posed safety risks to bicyclists and pedestrians, as well as to motorists and bus users. In March, during a biannual meeting with SHA representatives, the City Council voted unanimously to issue a letter of opposition to the agency. By the following month, it was reported that SHA officials had opted to defer the pilot project, which was set to
begin this summer. Noting the city’s opposition, they said they would instead work with the community to focus on other safety improvements. In an update this month, SHA said those improvements would include additional lighting, signage and pavement marking improvements along MD 528. The project would also include a southward extension of median fencing, which currently runs from the Route 90 bridge to 40th Street. “As project design continues, SHA will continue to work closely with local stakeholders, including the Town of Ocean City, Worcester County and the community,” Felix said.
Worcester considers data centers By Brian Shane Staff Writer (Aug. 14, 2026) Worcester County government hit the pause button on data centers and cable landing stations last month. Now comes the harder part: deciding what happens when the pause ends. County planners got their first crack at that question last Thursday, Aug. 6, as they reviewed public calls for stronger language in Worcester’s new comprehensive plan dealing with the facilities.
“Maybe the question would be, should it be a more generalized concern about large scale digital infrastructure? Maybe not specific to those projects, but just in general, the impact it would have on the county,” Development Review and Permitting Director Jennifer Keener told the Worcester County Planning Commission. The county’s 12-month moratorium took effect in July, giving officials a year to study the facilities and develop legislation governing them. Keener said that
work is underway. One project is already waiting for those answers. Globalinx has proposed a cable landing station along the Route 611 corridor outside West Ocean City for Amazon Web Services, but its pending zoning case was put on hold when the county commissioners adopted the moratorium July 21. Planning Commission Chairman Jerry Barbierri raised the question while the commission considered comments See DATA Page 79 Serving Delmarva Since 1990
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New condominium financing guidelines officially in effect By Lauren Bunting Contributing Writer (Aug. 14, 2026) Beginning August 3, 2026, several condominium financing guideline changes went into effect that will make condominium project approval even more dependent on the financial strength and documentation of the condominium association. While some recent updates simplify financing for certain projects, the overall trend is clear: Successfully financing a condo today requires evaluating not only the borrower—but the condominium project itself. The major changes that went into effect Aug. 3 are: • Full condominium project reviews will become the new standard. • The current “Limited/Streamlined Review” option is being eliminated for projects that do not qualify for a “Review Exempt” status. What this means for buyers and their real estate agents: 1. More condominium transactions will require a comprehensive project review. 2. Additional HOA documentation may be required before financing can be
approved. 3. Starting the financing process early will become increasingly important to avoid delays. In addition, reserve study requirements are becoming stricter. For associations using a reserve study to demonstrate financial strength, HOA budgets must now fund reserves at the highest amount recommended by the reserve study. And, the “Baseline Funding Method” (allowing reserve balances to temporarily fall below zero) will no longer satisfy agency requirements. These changes place even greater emphasis on wellmanaged condominium associations with healthy reserve funding. Several changes will simplify financing like in the case of condominium projects with up to 10 units may now qualify for a review exempt status, provided there are no critical repairs, and the project isn’t classified as unavailable. Another less restrictive change is that on investment property financing, the previous requirement that 50% of units in established condominium projects be owner occupied has been eliminated for investment property financing. Lauren Bunting is the broker of Record for Keller Williams Realty Delmarva in Ocean City, MD.
Data center pause takes effect Continued from Page 78 submitted on the county’s draft comprehensive plan. He asked Keener whether it made sense to address data centers in the plan while the county was already using the moratorium period to study them. Planning Commission member Mary Knight cautioned against shutting off future possibilities before the county understands what newer facilities may require. “I really don’t want to close all the avenues,” Knight said. “It’s so new.” Keener pointed to solar development as an example of how a new land use can arrive faster than a comprehensive plan anticipates it. The county’s previous plan did not specifically address solar facilities, she
said, and Worcester later developed zoning regulations as proposals began coming forward. Even before the moratorium, county planning officials determined that Globalinx’s proposed cable landing station did not qualify as either a public utility or a data center under current zoning definitions. Globalinx appealed that interpretation and sought a special exception from the Board of Zoning Appeals. A hearing on Globalinx’s appeal had been scheduled for Aug. 19. The moratorium halted that proceeding along with other pending approvals involving data centers and cable landing stations, meaning the company’s pending zoning case cannot move forward while the moratorium remains in effect.
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Declining osprey population leaves scientists perplexed By Bethany Hooper Associate Editor (Aug. 14, 2026) Starting in May, staff members of the Maryland Coastal Bays Program left the office with one goal in mind – to collect data on osprey nests. And what they found in the bays was alarming — of the 15 active nests found this season, 10 had failed to produce fledglings. “What we know is there’s a significant drop in the success rate,” said Bird Habitat Coordinator Kim Abplanalp. Dave Brinker, an aviation conservation ecologist with the Natural Heritage Program at the Maryland Department of Natural Resources (the agency partnering with the Maryland Coastal Bays Program on the survey), said that failure rate is not normal. In years past, he said, it was common to see just two nests fail to produce young. But the issue is not unique to Maryland’s coastal bays, he said. Communities up and down the eastern seaboard are reporting lower osprey populations, with the decline largely attributed to a decline in the bird’s main food source, menhaden. “It’s a sign of an ecosystem that is being severely challenged, and it will have ripple effects into other things,” Brinker said. “That’s where you start to be concerned.” In 1972, the United States placed a ban on DDT after evidence showed the chemical compound had entered into local waterways, building up in fish and working its way up the food chain to predators like eagles and ospreys, which saw dramatic population declines. The pesticide, scientists found, made eggshells thin, causing them to break before a chick could
even hatch. In the decades following the DDT ban, the osprey population rebounded. And agencies began to shift their focus – and funding – on other issues, Brinker said. “This [current] osprey issue sort of snuck up on us …,” he said. “We didn’t have our fingers on the problem when it started.” In 2023, Bryan Watts, director of the Center for Conservation Biology at William & Mary, sounded the alarm on the falling osprey population in the Chesapeake Bay. His research found that chicks were starving in their nests. “There are clear indicators of food stress,” he told the OC Today-Dispatch. The data collected in the Chesapeake Bay found that ospreys were not producing enough chicks to offset the species’ mortality rate, Watts explained. While the rate needed to maintain the population is about 0.8 to 1.2 chicks per pair, ospreys in various parts of the bay are producing just a fraction of that – in some nests, about 25% of the “break even” rate. “The hatching rate is fine. It’s above 80%,” he said, “but the chicks are dying between hatching and fledging.” His research was followed up by two more papers on the osprey population. And last year, states up and down the east coast began looking more closely at the issue. “It looks like this stretches the Atlantic coast,” he said. “Maybe as far as Nova Scotia.” Studies have just begun in Maryland’s coastal bays, Abplanalp said. But a three-month survey recently conducted by the Maryland Coastal Bays Program showed some nests
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Population tied to food sources empty and others with fewer eggs and chicks. However, Abplanalp said it was too soon to tell just what is causing the local decline in success rates. “We don’t know the full story,” she said. As data collection continues, researchers hypothesize the declining osprey population is indicative of a larger ecological change in waters up and down the seaboard – that the species is struggling to find menhaden, the high-fat fish on which they survive. “There’s not enough fish coming in,” Watts said, “and what is coming in is of poor quality content.” This struggle to find food, Watts said, has led to “brood asymmetry,” in which one chick grows faster than the others, or “brood reduction,” in which offspring die or get pushed out of a nest. “If it's very severe and adults can’t feed one chick, then the nest fails,” he said. Brinker added that some pairs in the region are laying fewer eggs, or no eggs at all. “What’s changed here on the coast is that they were very productive and very successful, and now it’s crunch time,” he said. “Their numbers are going down.” Watts said researchers at the Cen-
ter for Conservation Biology have found an 80% reduction in the number of menhaden delivered to osprey nests. The oily forage fish, he said, are a key food source for the species, as well as other predatory fish, birds and whales. “In terms of why menhaden is not available today is less clear,” he said. Watts said it could be that the menhaden population is shifting farther north with rising sea temperatures. Or, he added, it could relate to harvesting practices. Wrapped up in the osprey discussion, officials say, is Virginia’s last remaining reduction fishery, located in Reedville, Va. The commercial operation, run by Ocean Harvesters, catches menhaden and provides it to Omega Protein, which “reduces” or processes the fish into oils, meal and solubles. Officials with Ocean Harvesters maintain that menhaden are not overfished, and that the Virginiabased fishery is certified sustainable by the Marine Stewardship Council. However, ecologists and advocates are turning to the Atlantic Marine Fisheries Commission – which oversees the conservation and management of 27 nearshore fish species along the Atlantic coast, including the menhaden – to implement lower See OSPREY Page 83
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NOTICE OF FY 2027 ADOPTED EXPENSE BUDGETS FOR WORCESTER COUNTY The Worcester County Commissioners adopted the expense budgets for the General Fund and Enterprise Funds on June 2, 2026, all of which became effective as of July 1, 2026. WATER & WASTEWATER ENTERPRISE FUND Personnel Services $7,798,513 Supplies & Materials 2,695,104 Maintenance & Services 8,500,626 Other Charges 3,279,912 Interfund Charges 2,970,238 Capital Equipment 2,815,977 TOTAL APPROVED EXPENSES $ 28,060,370 Charges for Services Interest & Penalties Operating Grants Miscellaneous Debt Service Revenue Transfers In (Out) TOTAL ANTICIPATED REVENUES
$ 20,183,945 284,500 31,500 6,094,491 1,227,823 238,111 $ 28,060,370
SOLID WASTE ENTERPRISE FUND Personnel Services Supplies & Materials Maintenance & Services Other Charges Debt Service Capital Equipment & Leases TOTAL APPROVED EXPENSES
$1,915,784 499,984 1,288,402 61,400 449,800 1,303,736 $5,519,106
Tipping Fees Licenses & Permits Interest & Penalties Other Revenue Transfers In (Out) TOTAL ANTICIPATED REVENUES
$5,019,600 4,500 477,000 -018,006 $5,519,106
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Nicole Masenior, MCBP Bird Habitat Program’s technician, uses a polemounted camera to count eggs in an osprey nest located in Sinepuxent Bay. PHOTO COURTESY OF KIM ABPLANALP
Osprey research shows decline Continued from Page 81 catch limits in the Chesapeake Bay, where the fishery operates. “The fishery that is out of Virginia is the one processing plant left …,” James Boyle, the commission’s fisheries management plan coordinator for menhaden, said in an interview last week. “Their catch accounts for the entire Virginia allocation.” Just last week, the commission’s Atlantic Menhaden Management Board put forth an addendum to its Interstate Fishery Management Plan, listing options to reduce the annual cap by up to 50% for reduction fishery operations in the Chesapeake Bay, and distributing that cap more evenly throughout the fishing season. Boyle said the commission, through its board and ad hoc committee, has been studying the issue since 2024, when it invited staff from the U.S. Geological Survey and U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service to come in and present the latest information on osprey. “After that, the board established a workgroup made of board members to consider and evaluate options, including time and area closures …,” he explained. “Essentially, they made this workgroup to look into it.” What the group found, the commission reported last week, were declines in menhaden harvests within the Chesapeake Bay. Those declines coincided within an increase in reduction operations during the summer months, and “possible downstream effects on menhaden predators.” However, when asked about the status of the menhaden population, Boyle said a recent assessment showed that the species is not overfished. “The bay cap is precautionary,” he said. The addendum being proposed include options that link the Chesapeake Bay cap to the coastwide total
allowable catch, and options to distribute the cap into three quote periods so as to prevent a concentration of reduction harvesting in the spring and summer. “There is a 51,000 metric ton cap on how much of the catch can be caught in the Chesapeake Bay …,” Boyle said. “That is what we’ve been talking about, making it lower, distributing it.” The menhaden board says it will collect public comments and consider final action at its November 2026 meeting. In the meantime, researchers say they will continue to collect data on osprey populations. “The answers aren’t going to be there in a year,” Brinker said. “The answers are several years out.” Watts likened the osprey issue to the “canary in the coalmine.” “They are one of the best indicators we have that something is not right in the ecosystem,” he said.
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Surfers Healing, a one-day camp for children and young adults with autism, returned to Ocean City Wednesday. Joined by professional surfers, participants hopped on their boards for an opportunity to catch some waves in the water off 37th Street. BRIAN SHANE/ OC TODAY-DISPATCH
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Atlantic tropical storm activity below normal El Niño conditions, average ocean temperatures calm hurricane development (Aug. 14, 2026) With the climatological peak of hurricane season approaching in early September, NOAA’s prediction for below-normal activity in the Atlantic basin remains. Forecasters from NOAA’s National Weather Service this week updated the number of expected named storms to 7-13 (with winds of 39 mph or greater), of which 2-6 could become hurricanes (winds of 74 mph or greater), including 0-2 major hurricanes (winds of 111 mph or greater). These ranges cover the entire season from June 1 through Nov. 30 and are inclusive of the two tropical storms that have already formed. NOAA forecasters predict a 75% chance for below-normal activity, with a 20% chance of a near-normal season, and just a 5% chance of above-normal activity. This updated prediction is similar to the initial outlook issued in May. In the Atlantic basin, a typical hurricane season will yield 14 named storms, of which seven become hurricanes, including three major hurricanes. To date, the 2026 season has pro-
duced two named tropical storms, Arthur and Bertha, and no hurricanes. Tropical Storm Arthur was the first named storm of the Atlantic season. Forming in mid-June in the warm Gulf of America waters off the Texas coast, Arthur brought record rainfall to portions of Louisiana and spawned tornadoes along the Gulf coast. Bertha also formed in the Gulf, originating south of the Florida panhandle before making landfall in St. Bernard Parish, Louisiana. "Inland rainfall is a major cause of damage from tropical storms and hurricanes, as Arthur demonstrated," said NOAA’s National Weather Service Director Ken Graham. “That’s why it’s important to prepare for every storm that’s projected to impact your area, even if it never reaches hurricane strength.” For the remainder of the season, tropical storm activity in the Atlantic basin is expected to be tempered by El Nino conditions, which first emerged in the equatorial Pacific in June. El Nino increases wind shear, which tends to prevent tropical storms from forming or from getting stronger once formed. Other less influential factors include temperatures near average in the Atlantic Ocean and a neutral west
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Finally, decision made on complex The Town of Ocean City has solved two problems in its quest to build a major recreation complex at a new site about three miles west of Berlin on Route 50: • The tract it plans to buy is nearly twice as large as its first choice of location, so it can expand if necessary. • City officials no longer need to worry about opposition from Berlin residents who envisioned heavy traffic coming their way. All Ocean City officials have to worry about now is ... everything else. This includes whether the Maryland Stadium Authority is still on board with shouldering a major portion of the cost of construction, when that cost is likely to be higher. Prices for building materials have gone up significantly since 2022, when the stadium authority issued its updated report on the proposal. In the meantime, other areas have not been idle. This week, the Queen Anne’s County Commissioners hired Kemper Sports, a facilities management company, to conduct a feasibility study for a “multi-sport tourism facility.” The proposal Kemper will be evaluating apparently does not include a field house, or major indoor facility, like Ocean City’s plans do, but it would involve numerous outdoor soccer/ballfields. There’s no way to know what the impact of that project might be — assuming it’s even built — although being close to the Bay Bridge would probably help it draw outdoor sports from the Baltimore/Washington, D.C.,- region. At least Ocean City’s council members have finally agreed on what they want to buy. That’s a huge step that brings to an end the costly business of waiting and debating a multitude of what-if scenarios. And you never know — with the changing of the guard in county government in Snow Hill in December, a renewed conversation with the county commissioners might be appropriate. Maybe nothing happens, but it wouldn’t hurt to ask.
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It’s only August, and yet I have received five, that’s right, five, FINAL notices that my “2026 Midterm Voter Verification” is still marked UNVERIFIED. Furthermore, the notice continued, “We've reached out more than once, and Maryland is still not on the record!” Oooh nooooo! If there’s one thing I can’t stand, it’s being outed as unverified. It was just the other day, in fact, that I went to get lunch and the person at the counter asked, “Are you verified?” By “Sadly, I am not,” I replied, Stewart just before I left emptyDobson handed, having failed to read the window sign: “All customers must be VERIFIED!” Being UNVERIFIED, I imagine, must be like discovering your parents never married. “Psst,” people whisper as you walk past. “Did you know he’s UNVERIFIED? It’s true, and it’s such a shame. You wouldn’t know it to look at him.” Obviously, none of the above ever happened, except that I really did receive five FINAL notices by email suggesting that the Republican Party would happily verify me if I sent it money. Of course, I knew it was a campaign contribution pitch disguised to fool me into thinking I was no longer registered to vote. But as naïve as I am about many things, political emails is not one of them. Call me a skeptic, but emails promising to prevent the end of the world for only $10 tend to stand out. This is especially true when they begin
with “Dear Friend,” “Team,” “Concerned Patriot,” or some other greeting that suggests the author and I know each other on the secret-handshake level. On the same week that I received my fifth verification alarm, the Democrats reached out to advise me, several times, that they “need grassroots supporters like you to help us!” Anyone who has seen the state of my front yard knows my grassroots are in short supply. Besides, I am happy to disagree with anyone at any time on any subject, and that’s why I am registered as Unaffiliated. Some might say it’s because I’m in the newspaper business and don’t want to show bias. That would make sense if it were true. The real reason is simpler: I don’t like being told what to do. I’ll figure things out on my own, thanks. Still, there is something to be said for taking a position. I learned that from a story I heard many years ago from my father. He and a fellow soldier from New York were hitchhiking home after a pre-World War II training exercise at Fort A.P. Hill in Virginia. They were given a ride by a North Carolina man and woman who, in their polite Southern way, asked their passengers where they were from. “New York,” said the one soldier. “A damn Yankee,” the woman snarled. “Where you from, son?” she asked my father. “Maryland,” he replied. “Harrumph,” she growled back at him. “I’d rather be a damn Yankee than a damn nothing.” I’m a damn nothing myself, I guess, but at least I am now a VERIFIED damn nothing.
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people report that their sense of neighborhood and happiness – that is, quality of life – decreases in line with an increase in the amount of traffic on arterials. What this reenduring life of their own. I com- search shows is based not on some mend Commissioner Bertino for technical engineering calculation but bringing this issue to the forefront. on what real people living in real It appears to me that it is another Re- communities say…us folks! These reserve Fund. search findings simply confirm plain Perhaps it should be rolled into old common sense. that account. As far as any transportation studIf it is liquidated, I agree with ies put forward to support increased Commissioner Mitrecic, that it could development, remember this imporbe used to more broadly benefit those tant fact. The studies comply with the that paid into it. Maryland Department of TransportaBut thanks to Commissioner tion (MDOT) Policy Manual that proBertino, that topic is on the table, and vides guidance to engineers. in public view. In the countless of pages of the Commissioner Mitrecic’s other Manual, nowhere are engineers incomment, “I’ll guarantee you structed on how to include quality of this: Anybody who votes for this, I life in evaluating traffic problems – will do everything I can to make sure nowhere! Oh yeah, they can calculate their district gets zero moving for- how many cars can be crammed in a ward.” Oh really? new turn lane or how many cars pile Stop sounding like an ignorant up behind a new stop light, but qualthug and serve all county residents ity of life? – sorry, that’s not their job! and taxpayers fairly and equally. We That is the important civic and legal need all commissioners to stay united duty of county commissioners! and strong, focusing our collective Politicians are becoming aware of energies toward Annapolis. a fact that traffic design experts have J. Craig Tallman known for a while. The fact is that Berlin building new roads to address intolerable existing traffic loads often simply draws in more traffic! This reality is called “induced demand.” Developers who offer to add lanes don’t Editor, want citizens or commissioners to The Worcester County Commis- think about how that can make matsioners’ unanimous ruling that, tem- ters worse. porarily, they will not accept new Induced demand problems have applications for rezoning on Rte. 589 been documented in Maryland. In (Racetrack Road) is the right thing to fact, the General Assembly is drafting do. As everyone knows, if the Com- a law requiring MDOT to start includmissioners’ decision was put before ing an analysis of induced demand in voters, it would be supported over- evaluating new projects – something whelmingly. that MDOT does not do. Until MDOT The decision is based on two does, county commissioners need to equally important things, facts and consider that reality themselves. common sense. Both facts and com- Don’t fall for that old 'build your way mon sense confirm that traffic on out of it' fallacy! Rte. 589 has reached an intolerable One final fact, when commissionlimit and adding more to it would be ers approve rezoning along Racetrack hurtful to the community. Traffic research has proven that increased traffic on roads like Rte. 589 which run next to and serve adjacent communities like Ocean Pines has a significant impact on people in the community. Such roads are called 'arterials.' In fact, it has been shown that the heavier traffic becomes on arterials like Rte. 589 the more miserable life becomes in the neighboring community. The same applies to the many other arterial/community setups throughout Worcester County, for example Rte. 611. Research has documented that
Letters to the editor County Commissioners should remain united Editor, I read the article in the Aug. 6 Bayside Gazette, “Bertino give-back plan fails” and it concerns me. I learn what is going on in county government only by reading the newspapers. The comment from Commissioner Mitrecic about bankrupting the county [to liquidate the county’s $15.2 million budget stabilization fund], caught my attention. I seem to remember that same commissioner, along with the majority, voting to spend $17 million, on a piece of land for a sports complex. And this was before engineering and business case analyses were completed. And who determined that the fair market value of that property was $17 million? This purchase decision followed that same majority’s approval of funding to Snow Hill, to purchase an un-seaworthy paddle wheel boat. At least the ship’s name was partially correct: The Black Eye. This came at the time when the financial impacts of the Blueprint for Education were yet to be determined. Bottom Line: It is my perception that by conserving that $17 million [albeit through a referendum vote], the county was in a strong position to respond to the yet-to-be-determined financial impacts of the Blueprint. This reflected the mature answer to the question, “Is it a want or a need?” Sound school budgets are a “need.” A sports complex and the paddle wheel boat are “wants.” The demonstrated decision making skills of those majority commissioners disappoint me greatly. As a former Aviation Program R & D Director with the Army, and then Program Manager with the Navy, I’d be sent packing, if I asked either Service’s leaders or DoD for funds, with no substantive analyses or planning & implementation milestones. If it weren’t for Commissioners Bertino and Bunting, then the county would be spending on poorly researched projects – USING MY TAX DOLLARS. That is wrong, and I expect better of all commissioners. The article only touched on the reason for this Budget Stabilization Fund, which started in 2007-2008. What was the intent and has it outlived that intent? It seems so. Too many government plans take on an
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PAGE 87 Road, they invite attorney Hugh Cropper to slap them with more “change in character” rezonings. This is known in legal circles as a “slippery slope.” Nowadays, self-interested developers and their hired attorneys often have the attitude that individual property rights trump everyone else’s “general welfare” and “pursuit of happiness” constitutional rights. That is not legally (nor ethically) true and Commissioners must stand on guard to protect the interests of the citizens of Worcester County. With their action on this matter, the Commissioners have shown that they will do just that. Working together, they are keeping us from becoming another Sussex County. Chris VanCantfort Ocean Pines
Some seniors need to rent homes, rather than own
Editor, I live on the Delmarva Peninsula and realize our area has some of the finest home developers and real estate firms around. What I find a little disturbing, however, is the practice by one builder-real estate developer that implies the only type of housing on Delmarva is home ownership. With home prices in the stratosphere many people, especially seniors like myself, need to rent rather than buy. Also, many seniors are not physically or financially able to maintain homes they own. I was a homeowner for many years and thoroughly enjoyed the experience. However, for the above reasons, when I moved to Delmarva I chose to rent, and, after seven years, I have little or no regrets. I believe everyone has their own needs and desires and one should not be attacked for the choices he or she makes. Bob Faszczewski Berlin
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WORCESTER COUNTY FAIR
The Worcester County Fair was held last weekend at John Walter Smith Park in Snow Hill. The event, produced by Worcester County Recreation and Parks, celebrated the county’s agricultural heritage with livestock exhibits, 4-H cooking, robot and drone demonstrations, live music, contests, and more. The fair also held a Pipeline eating contest on Saturday morning, during which Joe Porr of Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, captured his third consecutive win. Each of the Pipelines, provided by Decatur Diner off Route 611, includes a dozen eggs, home fries, onions, sausage, cheese and a gravy topping. Porr finished his in three minutes and 39 seconds. STEVE GREEN/OC TODAY-DISPATCH
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Worcester County Public Schools has launched a new program that will allow system employees to continue serving students while they work towards teacher licensure. The inaugural cohort includes 15 employees, many of them graduates of WCPS.
System launches teacher training initiative School workers can remain employed while aiming for their teaching certification
employees into an innovative “earn while you learn” pathway toward teacher certification. The groundbreaking initiative represents a major investment in the future of public education by creating a sustainable pipeline of highly qualified teachers from within the Worcester County community. Through a collaborative partnership between WCPS, the Worcester County Teachers Association (WCTA), the Worcester
(Aug. 14, 2026) Worcester County Public Schools (WCPS) has officially launched Maryland’s first Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE)-sponsored Teacher Registered Apprenticeship Program, welcoming an inaugural cohort of 15
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County Educational Support Professionals Association (WCESPA), and Notre Dame of Maryland University (NDMU), participants will remain employed by WCPS while completing the coursework, clinical experiences, and competency-based training required to earn Maryland teacher certification. “This Registered Apprenticeship Program is an innovative, commonsense approach to addressing one of
education’s greatest challenges—developing and retaining outstanding teachers,” said Dr. Annette Wallace, Superintendent of Worcester County Public Schools. “Many of our future educators are already serving our students every day as educational assistants and support staff. By investing in them, removing financial barriers, and allowing them to earn while they learn, we are growing our own workSee NEW Page 91
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OBITUARIES CHRISTINE HOPKINS Berlin Christine Hopkins, 73, of Berlin, died April 29, 2026. Born Nov. 27, 1952, in Pittsburgh, Pennysylvania, she was known as Chrissy, Chris, and Crystal. She was an administrator clerk for C&P Telephone, later Bell Atlantic, in Silver Spring, for 20 years. In 1992, she and her husband, Lee, retired to Berlin, to be close to Assateague Island, a favorite family vacation spot. Chrissy loved gardening, bird watching C. Hopkins and animals. She volunteered at the local animal shelter, sometimes fostering animals that had difficulty being placed in homes. She even adopted a few hardto-love animals including her most recent beloved rescue cats, Vanessa and Bunny. When a dear friend and neighbor died, she adopted her dog. As a member of Holy Savior parish in Ocean City, she served as a Eucharistic minister, a volunteer and supported Right-to-Life. The Hopkins home welcomed visits from family and friends whom she graciously hosted Chrissy was a thoughtful and courteous correspondent sending handwritten letters, notes and cards. She was a caring neighbor who assisted her elderly neighbors. Her dear friends, Bev Sweitzer and Jackie Spurrier, enjoyed adventures with Chrissy as members of The South Point Association. As a trivia wiz, she won plenty of trivia night challenges and Trivial Pursuit games. She enjoyed watching many sports. During the Shorebirds initial heydays, she traveled regularly to their games in Salisbury and recorded the box scores at each game. Being a Pittsburgh native, she was a Continued on Page 92
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New pathway for future educators Continued from Page 90 force with individuals who are already committed to our schools, our students, and our community.” Unlike traditional teacher preparation programs, the Registered Apprenticeship model combines full-time employment with structured classroom experience under the guidance of highly qualified mentor teachers. Apprentices serve students while earning college credit, immediately applying instructional theory in authentic classroom settings as they progress toward licensure. “This is exactly the kind of forward-thinking partnership that will strengthen Worcester County Public Schools for years to come,” Wallace continued. “We are not waiting for great teachers to come to us—we are intentionally developing them right here in Worcester County.” The program was made possible through the highly competitive Maryland Grow Your Own Educators Grant Program, administered by the Maryland State Department of Education. Worcester County Public Schools was selected following a statewide competitive review process that recognized the district’s innovative approach to developing current employees into licensed educators while addressing teacher shortages in high-need certification areas. “We are honored to partner with Worcester County Public Schools in preparing the next generation of educators through this innovative Registered Apprenticeship program,” said Dr. Lisa Pallett, Associate Dean for the School of Education at Notre Dame of Maryland University. “At Notre Dame of Maryland University, we are committed to educating highly qualified, classroom-ready teachers through rigorous, competency-based preparation that integrates coursework with authentic clinical practice.
Together, we are creating a sustainable pathway that expands access to the profession while ensuring Maryland’s students are taught by exceptional educators.” “The Worcester County Teachers Association is proud to partner in a program that invests directly in the future of our profession,” said Beth Shockley-Lynch, President of the Worcester County Teachers Association. “Great teachers don’t simply appear—they are developed through meaningful mentorship, quality preparation, and strong partnerships. This apprenticeship model recognizes the talent that already exists within our schools and provides a clear pathway for dedicated employees to become highly qualified classroom teachers. We are excited to mentor these future educators and help ensure they are well prepared to serve Worcester County students for years to come.” The inaugural cohort includes 15 dedicated WCPS employees representing schools and programs across the county. Notably, 11 of the 15 participants are WCPS graduates, underscoring the district’s commitment to cultivating educators who already know the community they will one day serve. The inaugural Teacher Registered Apprenticeship cohort includes:
• Rakiya Morris (Stephen Decatur High School, Class of 2019) • Diane Hurney • Cerbrina Davis (Snow Hill High School, Class of 2006) • Lexani Fletcher (Snow Hill High School, Class of 2021) • Gerell Robinson • Sydney Taylor (Snow Hill High School, Class of 2023) • Erica Ewell (Pocomoke High School, Class of 2001) • Kijhae Bull (Pocomoke High School, Class of 2021) • Heather Ring (Snow Hill High School, Class of 2003) • Stephanie Redden • Shelly Joanna Zubko • Kimberly Wheeler (Stephen Decatur High School, Class of 2008) • Curtasia Schoolfield (Pocomoke High School, Class of 2025) • Persia Moore (Pocomoke High School, Class of 2026) • Jude Al-Hamad (Stephen Decatur High School, Class of 2019) The inaugural cohort is expected to complete the Registered Apprenticeship over the next three years. By investing in employees who have already demonstrated a commitment to Worcester County’s students and schools, WCPS is building a stronger, more sustainable educator workforce—one that will continue to serve future generations of students.
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OBITUARIES Continued from Page 91 lifelong fan of the Steelers and she adopted the Redskins (Commanders) as a second favorite when she moved to the DC area. She is survived by her loving stepdaughters, grandchildren and greatgrandchildren, Bridget Hopkins Fisher (Charles), Dana Graham (Dennis), Janis Gurecki, Polly Hopkins (Alex), Erin Hopkins (David) and Kara Hopkins; grandchildren Brittany (Paul), Rachel (Joe), Kelsea (Dom), Colt (Virginia), Taylor (Jason) Hayley, Jack and Nate; and 17 great-grandchildren She is also survived by her nephews and their children: Charles Johnson (Natasha) Taylor, Juliana, Nina, Kaylee. Her brother George’s son is John Wilson (Ann). She is pre-deceased by her husband, Francis Leo (Lee) Hopkins and stepson David Hopkins; her mother
Mary Hayes Bilderback and stepfather Clarence Bilderback; her brothers George E. Johnson (known as Rick) and Charles Johnson; and her father George Johnson. Memorial mass will be on Saturday, Aug. 22 at 10 a.m. held at Holy Savior Catholic Church at 1705 Philadelphia Avenue in Ocean City with a light reception after. Interment will be held at a future day at Lake View Memorial Gardens in Eldersburg, Md. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Worcester County Humane Society, 12330 Eagles Nest Road, Berlin Md. 21811. Online condolences may be offered at www.haightfuneralhome.com MARIE HUNLEY KESSLER Berlin Marie Hunley Kessler, age 95,
passed away on August 9, 2026, in Berlin, Maryland. Born on September 28, 1930, in Baltimore, Maryland, she was the daughter of the late Merritt and Stella Hunley. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband – Albert Kessler; and her son – Gerry Kessler. She is survived by her children – Bill Marie Kessler Kessler (Susan), Reds Kessler, and Ann Marie Kessler; her sister Ruth Harris; and her grandchild – Kenny Kessler. Cremation followed her passing. Visitation hours will take place at The Burbage Funeral Home on Friday August 14, 2026, from 2:00pm to 4:00pm and 6:00pm to 7:00pm. A funeral service will immediately follow, beginning at 7:00pm. Letters
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The Gray Fox of New Jersey had a White Marlin Open for the history books – capturing first place in two divisions. Top is the 179-pound big eye tuna caught by John Wardlaw that earned the team $1 million. Above, a 69.5-pound wahoo, also caught by Wardlaw, brought in $72,380 for the crew. PHOTOS COURTESY OF WHITE MARLIN OPEN
80-pound white marlin wins $3.5M in 2026 tournament
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Angler Bill Sharpe of South Carolina and the team of the Mister Pete took home $3.5 million in this year’s White Marlin Open. The team is pictured top celebrating at the tournament’s annual awards banquet. Above, the 80-pound beauty is pictured at the Harbour Island Marina weigh station on Thursday.
(Aug. 14, 2026) After six days of dramatic leaderboard changes, a South Carolina fishing team walked away with the biggest prize – an 80pound white marlin worth $3,503,891. Bill Sharpe of Mount Pleasant, South Carolina, caught an 80-pound white marlin on Thursday aboard Mister Pete, earning the boat the top spot in the tournament's premier division. The fish was already aboard when the Harbour Island Marina scales opened Thursday afternoon, setting off a roar from the crowd as the official weight was revealed. The tournament drew 334 boats competing for nearly $10 million in prize money, with anglers traveling from throughout the region and beyond to compete in what is known as
the world's largest and richest billfishing tournament. “Every year, the White Marlin Open seems to find a new way to surprise us, and this year was no exception,” said Madelyne Wainglass, tournament director of the White Marlin Open. “We saw incredible fish, dramatic changes on the leaderboard and some truly unforgettable moments at the scales. Most importantly, we saw our anglers, crews and spectators come together to make this another incredible week in Ocean City. We couldn't be more proud of the 53rd White Marlin Open.” Mister Pete's winning white marlin wasn't the only multimillion-dollar catch of the tournament. Bull Pen of Charleston, South CarSee WINNERS Page 94
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A 45-pound dolphin earned $22,602 for Ryan Jones and the crew of the Today’s the Day.
Winners of White Marlin Open Continued from Page 93 olina, finished third in the white marlin division with a 70-pound fish caught by James Hood of Charleston. Although the fish finished third by weight, the boat's Added Entry selections helped drive its total winnings to $1,818,546.84. Reel Hunter of St. Michaels, Maryland, claimed second place with a 71.5-pound white marlin caught Friday by Kevin Howell of Queenstown, Maryland. The fish earned $360,721.49. The blue marlin division produced another seven-figure payday. MaxBet of Vero Beach, Florida, took the division with the tournament's only qualifying blue marlin—a 607.5-pound fish measuring 116 inches, caught by Kelly Weber of Vero Beach. The catch earned $1,271,797.04. The tournament's other division winners included: Tuna: Gray Fox of Mantoloking, New Jersey, with a 179-pound bigeye tuna caught by John Wardlaw of Brielle, New Jersey, earning $1,018,653.29. Wahoo: Gray Fox, with a 69.5-
pound fish caught by Wardlaw, earning $72,380.50. The win gave Gray Fox the rare distinction of capturing both the tuna and wahoo divisions. Dolphin: Today's The Day of La Plata, Maryland, with a 45-pound dolphin caught by Ryan Jones of Welcome, Maryland, earning $22,602.20. Swordfish: No qualifying swordfish was weighed during the tournament. Gray Fox's double division victory was one of the week's standout accomplishments. The boat first took the tuna lead Wednesday with its 179-pound bigeye before Wardlaw added the winning wahoo Thursday. The competition once again drew massive crowds to Harbour Island and throughout Ocean City. Spectators gathered daily to watch the weigh-ins, follow the leaderboard and see anglers bring their catches to the scales. The tournament estimates that more than 75,000 people visited the Harbour Island and Marlin Fest venues over the course of the week—a conservative estimate that reflects the
PHOTO COURTESY OF WHITE MARLIN OPEN
There was only one blue marlin weighed in during the six-day White Marlin Open and it carried the top prize in the division of $1.27 million for Kelly Weber of Vero Beach, Florida. Weber was also the tournament’s top angler.
constant flow of spectators throughout tournament activities. Fishing was strong during the tournament especially compared to last year. For example, there were 902 white marlin released (seven boated) in the 2026 edition compared to 456 (five boated) last year. Other species counts for this year compared to previous year were blue marlin, 75 released and one boated (24, one last year); tuna, 61 total caught (41 last year); dolphin, 16 total caught (14 last year); and wahoo, three caught (one last year). In order of finish with boats listed and points, the top 10 anglers in the tournament – based on points – were Kelly Weber, MaxBet, 902.5 points;
Pamela McAteer, Maverick, 805 points; Holly McAlhany, Sweet Spot, 735 points; Rich Schulte, Reel Priority, 700 points; Jaclyn Fields, Inconclusive, 630 points; Rick Lanoha, Fore Reel, 595 points; Jennifer Pastorius, Jenny Poo, 560 points; Patrick Brown, Irish Twin, 525 points; Set Krueger, Lights Out, 490 points; and Bernard Linney, High Yield, 490 points. Top 10 boats, in order of finish and points, were Irish Twin, 1,575 points; Maverick, 1,400 points; Pachanga, 1,260 points; MaxBet, 1,253 points; Krazy Salt’s, 1,190 points; Taylor Jean, 1,190 points; Wasabi, 1,120 points; and, tied, End Game, Inconclusive and Cabana, 1,050 points.
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