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Fire station sticker shock New facility on 65th Street would cost $7 million more than originally projected

By Greg Wehner Staff Writer (Sept. 3, 2021) Treatment for shock might have been appropriate Tuesday, when the Ocean City Council learned that the cost of its plan to

build a new fire station at 65th Street would be more than twice the amount forecast. What had been expected to cost the city $5.5 million five months ago, has since jumped to $12.7 million, leaving the mayor and City Council short of breath and looking for answers. Appearing before the council at its Tuesday work session, City Engineer

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Terry McGean and Ocean City Fire Chief Richard Bowers presented their plans to relocate Fire Station 3 from 74th Street, where it was built in 1969, to a new facility on 65th. Over the years, the functionality of the facility has become “obsolete,” according to Bowers, and it has outlived its service life. It was last updated and enlarged in 1986. See PROPOSED Page 8

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The Last Call goes down in flames in the Ocean City Inlet early Sunday morning.

Fire claims charter boat Last Call

By Mallory Panuska Staff Writer (Sept. 3, 2021) The Last Call charter boat had only been on the water for 10 to 12 minutes early last Sunday morning in the Ocean City Inlet near the south jetty when one of the seven people on board smelled smoke. Minutes later, the 46-foot sportfisherman was engulfed in flames,

and not long after, it was underwater, taking with it nearly four decades of memories for Capt. Frank Pettolina. “I’d had that boat since 1984,” Pettolina said. “There’s a lot of memories on it. It was a big part of our life for a lot of years.” Pettolina, his co-captain and five charter customers were aboard when the engine room caught fire just after

5 a.m. for reasons still unknown. Fortunately, some Good Samaritans onboard the Obsession, which was following the Last Call through the inlet, helped the passengers and crew to safety once the fire started burning. “We never met them before; they just happened to be there,” Pettolina See LAST CALL Page 4

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By Mallory Panuska Staff Writer (Sept. 3, 2021) All Worcester County public schools, and one private one, are no longer giving people a choice about masking inside buildings following intervention from the state board of education last week. “[On Aug. 26], the Maryland State Board of Education held a special meeting, where they voted to pass an emergency regulation requiring universal masking in all Maryland schools,” county schools Superintendent Lou Taylor said in a message on the district’s website on Aug. 27. “In light of this vote, beginning on Monday, August 30, all students and staff – regardless of vaccination status, will be required to wear face coverings in our school buildings.” The decision changes the district’s See COUNTY Page 13

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Signs indicating businesses are hiring and/or short-staffed have been commonplace in windows and on billboards all around the resort this summer and do not seem to be going away as the holiday weekend approaches.

Ocean City summer ending how it began: short-staffed By Mallory Panuska Staff Writer (Sept. 3, 2021) With perfect beach weather forecast for Labor Day weekend, the last hoorah of summer in Ocean City might end up being a significant struggle for the people who have spent months trying to keep up with the crowds. “All the J-1s not coming really hurt us,” said Rolfe Gudelsky, the owner of the Sunset Grille, Sunset Marina and Micky Fins in West Ocean City, of the hundreds of international students who normally come to the resort and fill out the employee rosters at many businesses. “In Ocean City, the most common sign you ever saw was help wanted,”

he continued. “Them not coming this year has been devastating. You see how many restaurants just can’t pull lunch off … Every restaurant is burning out with employees.” Covid travel bans put a huge damper on the J-1 student program before summer 2020. And while it has bounced back some for 2021, the number of workers who came to town this year is still a fraction of the typical total. Susan Jones, the executive director of the Ocean City Hotel-Motel Restaurant Association, said about 1,200 J-1 students came to Ocean City this year, whcih was a big improvement from zero last year, but still way below the See EXTRA Page 11

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Questions remain following fatal boat collision offshore By Jack Chavez Staff Writer (Sept. 3, 2021) It could be weeks before the public learns what caused a fatal open-water collision some 60 miles offshore on Aug. 27, according to the U.S. Coast Guard. The incident took the life of an experienced Delaware fisherman, 63year-old Chris F. Ragni. A spokesman for the Coast Guard confirmed that they are investigating the two-boat accident, but a conclusion is not imminent. Early witness reports indicate that one boat was trolling while the other was deep-dropping — which means that boat would not have been moving — when they collided. Paramedics from the Ocean City

Fire Department responded to the collision on a Coast Guard boat after reports of “serious trauma.” When they arrived, one man was found to have suffered a minor head injury and refused treatment. Ragni was pronounced dead en route to shore. The boat carrying Ragni and two others capsized and sank as a result of the collision. Leslie Murphy was on the water with family and friends about two miles away from the accident. Their boat, the Leslie Ann, was the first to respond to the scene. “I was up on the bridge with my husband and we got the mayday call,” Murphy said. Fortunately, their boat had three See RESCUERS Page 7

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Last Call goes down after fire Continued from Page 1 said of the other boaters. “They were definitely lifesavers for us.” Rescue crews from the Ocean City Fire Department, U.S. Coast Guard, Tow Boat US, and Maryland Department of Natural Resources Police also sprung into action to help when the flames erupted. All of that together, Pettolina said, is the reason he and his passengers are alive and uninjured. “Everything was just so perfectly executed,” he said. “Tow Boat US saved any pollution that could have happened — it could have been very serious, and everything just worked out … Everyone we had to deal with just did their job perfectly and at the right times.” Ryan Whittington, the public information officer for the Ocean City Fire Department, also pointed out the importance of having civilians like those on the Obsession and trained responders in an incident like this one.

“Anytime you’re out on the water and there’s a marine incident, time counts and civilian boats and vessels that are willing to respond to those in need is critical in saving lives and preventing further injury,” he said. Whittington said officials did not launch an investigation into the cause of the fire because the boat sank, but Pettolina said he has forwarded the information to his insurance company to figure out the next steps. “We’ve made no decisions yet; the boat was a total loss,” he said. Pettolina owns Last Call Charters, a sport fishing operation based in Ocean City, and the Last Call was the boat that for years took hundreds of anglers out to the canyons to catch marlin, tuna, dolphins, wahoo and other gamefish. This year has been rough for the Pettolina family. In March, Frank Pettolina’s son, Franky, unexpectedly passed away, leaving a significant void that was made larger with the loss of the Last Call.

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Stunning home hits the market. One of the largest homes in the community boasting a 2-car garage and oversized finished loft area. This spacious home has 2730 sq ft of living space and very well maintained. Entrance way has a covered porch, and lower level gourmet chef 's kitchen with granite counters, custom cabinets, stainless steel appliances, breakfast bar, breakfast nook and luxury flooring. This most desirable floor plan has family room, dining area and breakfast area flowing off the kitchen. 9 ft ceilings, crown molding and plantation shutters. Glass slider off family room leads to an outdoor oasis for relaxing with family and friends. Second level has oversized master bedroom with sitting area and luxurious master suite. Two additional spacious bedrooms and bath on this level along with full-size washer and dryer and plenty of storage, abundance of closets and storage space throughout. Third level has an additional bedroom and full bath, spacious loft area perfect for use as a home office, second family room, game room or play area. Community has a nice clubhouse and pool. Less than 2 miles to the Ocean City beach, and restaurants and shops are close by. Perfect first home or 2nd home. Come take a look today before it's SOLD. MLS MDWO200

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Commercial Site in Prime Location hits the Market! 2.36 acres on the corner of RT 54 and W. Line Rd in Selbyville DE. This location is directly across from Yellowfins Restaurant and shopping center on heavily traveled Rt 54. The location is approximately 3-4 miles to the beaches of Ocean City & Fenwick Island. It has water and 8' sewer main that will supply a hotel, shopping center, office complex, medical center, professional center, etc. Lot is cleared. Buy it Now Before It's SOLD!!! Owner Financing is available. MLSDESU184528

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Need a home office or maybe even 2? How about a workout room, or maybe a playroom? Are you dreaming of kayaking or paddle boarding off your dock? How about a boat or jet skis? Well here it is, 5+ acres in cul-de-sac in community of Indian Creek ready & waiting for you. You dream it... You build it... You Live it! All this & 2 golf courses within 2 miles and Assateague Island is 3 miles away. You can be in downtown Berlin or Ocean City in 15 minutes to enjoy the boardwalk & restaurants. So close, yet such a peaceful setting. Come take a look today before it's SOLD!! MLS MDWO100390

13349 PEACHTREE RD OCEAN CITY • $699,900

3BR/2BA on one of the largest lots in Montego Bay. Open floor plan w/water views. Great room w/fireplace. Kitchen w/plenty of cabinet, granite countertops, center island & SS appliances. Large screened in porch overlooks waterg. Master suite w/separate office area, master bath w/shower & Jacuzzi. Guest bedroomw/private separate entrance, another screened in porch. Full-size laundry room & open deck. Large dock with water and electric service & pier right outside your back door. Well maintained. Close to Northside park. MLS MDWO2001756

203 S HERON DR #203C OCEAN CITY • $389,900

3BR/2BA in Baywatch III Building overlooks water. Never rented, in pristine condition & being sold fully furnished. Large dining area off kitchen w/breakfast bar. Master bedroom overlooks water. Large deck off living area overlooks the canal w/sunset & OC skyline views. Heron Harbour Isle is amenity rich w/2 outdoor pools, indoor pool, kiddie pool, fitness center, social room, sauna, locker room, 2 Har-Tru tennis courts, sidewalks & piers. Enjoy your boat, fishing, crabbing, kayaking and paddle boarding all directly out your back door. Newer HVAC 2017. Come take a look today before it's SOLD. MLS MDWO2001376

201 S HERON DR. #11A2 OCEAN CITY • $425,000

Beautiful 2BR/2.5BA directly on the water. Deeded boat slip 32 and lift convey with unit! This larger model is rarely available for sale. 2 master bedrooms each with its own full bath plus an additional half bath. Furnished and ready for your immediate enjoyment. When you walk in you will fall in love with the floor plan and flooring. Large breakfast bar and dining room directly off the kitchen that flows into spacious living area. Kitchen has been upgraded with granite countertops, white cabinets, and tile backsplash. Makes for great family time and entertaining with friends. You will love the fireplace for year-round enjoyment. Oversize master bedroom overlooks the water. Second bedroom is spacious as well. You will love the large deck overlooking the water and Ocean City skyline. Heron Harbour is amenity rich with two outdoor pools, indoor pool, kiddie pool, fitness center, social room, sauna, locker room, two Har-Tru tennis courts, sidewalks and piers. Enjoy your boat, fishing, crabbing, kayaking and paddle boarding all directly out your back door. MLS MDWO2001448

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OC seeks bonds for future capital projects By Greg Wehner Staff Writer (Sept. 3, 2021) Ocean City Council members voted unanimously Tuesday to sell $48.6 million in bonds to strike a good deal while interest rates are favorable. Chuck Bireley told council members that there was an opportunity to refinance $20 million in bonds that were issued in 2012 at a much im-

proved rate, saving the city approximately $90,000 over the next 11 years. In addition to refinancing those loans, several projects in the pipeline will need funding through bonds. Such projects, Bireley explained, include wastewater improvements at 2nd street for $3.5 million, wastewater electrical upgrades for $1 million, and water main upgrades for

$5.3 million. From the general fund, projects like a new Fire Station 3 at 65th Street for $11.2 million, revamping the downtown recreational complex at Third Street for $4.6 million, and the Baltimore Avenue design process for $1.5 million – among other projects – bring the total cost to $28.6 million. The cost of the fire station redesign

and construction could drop, as could the cost to complete the recreation complex. In that case, council members advised, the money should go toward the Baltimore Avenue project of putting the utility lines underground – a project that is expected to cost $15$20 million. Council members voted 6-0, with councilman John Gehrig absent.

Rescuers did what they could after collision Continued from Page 4 nurses aboard to help administer aid once they arrived a few minutes later. The colliding boats were of similar size, Murphy said. Both were Grady Whites — the one that sank was 28 feet long and the other 33 feet long. The collision site was over the Baltimore Canyon, a popular fishing spot, but boat traffic was unusually light for this time of year. The water was smooth and visibility was good, Murphy said. “It was a clear, beautiful day,” she said. “(I guess) neither of the boats saw each other.” Because of how long it would have taken for emergency personnel to ar-

rive, the Leslie Ann headed to shore and met the Coast Guard about 20 miles offshore. Though they were close enough that they could see the two boats from their location, Murphy’s party did not witness the accident. “What we did see was one boat was completely capsized but floating,” she said. “The captain of the boat was the only person still in the water, clinging in the water.” Murphy noted that one of the men on the boat that capsized was a fireman who was vital to pulling Ragni out of the water. Two other boats eventually responded, one of which had a para-

medic on board. “The young boy on the boat, the fireman, was doing everything that he could to try to save Chris’s life,” Murphy said. “If he wasn’t trained in fire or water rescue, (Ragni) wouldn’t have gotten out of the water, to begin with. He was the one that started CPR.” Murphy said she saw no injuries on Ragni. Others on the scene told her that while clinging to the capsized boat, he seemed fine one minute and then started to “drift off.” Ragni’s son, Chris Ragni, identified his father as the victim in the collision in a Facebook post over the weekend. “As most of you know, my father

[Chris F. Ragni] passed away yesterday after a tragic boating accident while he was fishing yesterday with his buddies,” Ragni said. “He passed away while doing what he loved to do, surrounded by his friends.” He went on to thank those who took him fishing and those who tried to save his life. A GoFundMe page was created to assist Ragni’s family with funeral costs and had raised $19,583 as of Wednesday afternoon. The fundraiser can be found at https://gofundme.com/f/chrisragni-sr-expenses. Staff Writer Greg Wehner contributed to this report.

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Proposed fire station cost more than doubles Continued from Page 1 “The time has come to build a new Fire Station 3,” he told the council. The plan is to move the new fire station to the front parking lot of the Public Safety Building at 65th Street. When the project was proposed in April, Bowers and McGean planned to have the fire trucks exit the property onto 65th Street, but after meeting with the State Highway Department, Bowers said, the state embraced the idea of having the trucks exit onto Coastal Highway, while also giving the department the ability to control the traffic lights at 65th and 67th Street. The ingress and egress of the property, Bowers added, will help improve response times. The station’s current design includes four drive-through bays, two

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tiers of decontamination areas, to estimates, lowering the cost of the plenty of storage for fire, EMS, and new fire station to $11.2 million. dive team equipment, 15 bunks for Several council members, includduty crew members, five live-in dor- ing Council President Matt James, mitories with Jack and Jill restrooms, wondered about the price jump of five flexible spaces that can be used more than $7 million. McGean for offices, bunks, or live-in spaces, a replied that the new price reflected training room, conference room and the building’s increase in size. gym. The new fire station will be two “[We] need to build for now and and a half times larger than Fire Stathe future,” Bowers said. “That train- tion 4 at 130th Street, according to ing room is critical McGean. to our operation.” When CouncilBowers ex- ‘If 12.5 million is the number, man Peter Buas plained that having then so be it. That’s what we’re asked why the new the training room at facility could not going to have to deal with.’ the new facility will just be a replica of make it easier for Councilman Mark Paddack the one at 130th crew members in Street, Bowers said the north and south training and some to meet in the middle, in a more cen- administration operations — currently tralized location. headquartered at the 15 Street station McGean said the total cost of the — could be moved to the new location, project is $12.7 million, which in- and that would require more space. cludes things like $2 million directly Mayor Rick Meehan said it was related to strengthen it against clear that the scope of the project has storms and public safety require- changed, but he too questioned the ments, $470,000 for furniture, fix- need for such an expensive upgrade, tures, and equipment, and $480,000 offering suggestions like shelling out for the design. the second floor instead of building it The volunteer fire department, all at once to bring the cost down. which owns the 75th Station, agreed He recommended that McGean to put the proceeds from its sale to- and the chief take a second look at the ward the new facility. That should plans and come back with an estipull in about $1.5 million, according mate of what he thought could be

done, while not taking away from today’s needs. Councilman Mark Paddack said he has worked on a project at the foot of the Route 50 bridge over the past three months, and several times, he watched ambulances and fire trucks head to West Ocean City only to be called off and sent back to the resort within minutes. Seeing the demand for calls in West Ocean City and the southern district, Paddack suggested the possibility of doing more enhancements to the 15th Street headquarters station, rather than put so much money into a facility at 65th Street. Even with the calls to West Ocean City and downtown Ocean City, Bowers said Station 3 is the busiest. “It’s a big difference — 5.5 to 12.5,” Paddack said. “If 12.5 million is the number, then so be it. That’s what we’re going to have to deal with. We were originally told 5.5.” Ultimately, the council agreed to have McGean and Bowers come back in a few weeks with plans for a less expensive project. While the $11.2 million was approved when the council voted on going to bond for FY22, any difference in cost for the fire station will go toward the Baltimore Avenue project of undergrounding utilities.

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By Greg Wehner Staff Writer (Sept. 3, 2021) Plans for a revamped recreation complex between Third and Fourth streets in Ocean City were presented to the mayor and City Council on Tuesday along with an estimated price tag of $4.5 million. City Engineer Terry McGean addressed the “sticker shock” with the council by pointing out that the numbers given were only estimates. But because interest rates are low right now, he advised that now is the time to go to the bond market for funding. McGean said even though there is a bit of volatility in the market, the hope is by next year, the market will slow down. He added that the city is seeking grants to help cover the costs of the recreation complex modifications. Of the $4.5 million, McGean rec-

ommended requesting $3.6 million in the upcoming bond for FY22 to pay for the first phase. The new complex is expected to be built in four phases. Susan Petito, the director of recreation and parks for Ocean City, gave City Council members a rundown of what will be included in each phase, along with their estimated completion dates. Phase one of the project comes with a price tag of $3.4 million and will focus on installing the infrastructure – pathways, utilities, stormwater management, landscaping, and lighting. The first phase also includes moving the basketball courts, expanding the skate park, and constructing a new office for the skate park, along with a restroom. At a cost of $276,202, a new playSee MAYOR Page 11

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Extra benefits, covid add stress Continued from Page 3 typical 3,000 to 4,000 who come to work and travel. And the J-1 shortage is just one challenge. Jones said she has recently fielded calls about covid protocols for quarantining and testing as more cases are clocked around the county amid delta variant surges. “I did have a couple of phone calls because there were people who lived with people, because of course that’s what happens, they all live together,” Jones said. “ … I did have an increase last week of people calling me and asking me what the protocols were, but I don’t believe it shut anybody down. And these were vaccinated people.” Several business owners have also blamed an extra $300 weekly payments from the Federal Unemployment Pandemic Compensation benefits program for a shortage in workers. The benefits were offered last year to help compensate for lost wages due to the pandemic. In an effort to get people back to work, Gov. Larry Hogan tried to end the program in July, but the decision was overruled in

federal court. The deadline is imminent now, though. According to the Maryland Department of Labor, the extra benefits are set to end for good on Saturday, Sept. 4. Whether that will make any difference to the workforces of resort businesses remains to be seen, and for the coming busy weekend, owners will continue doing what they have been doing all summer to keep things running. “I think everybody tried to do the best they could with the least amount of staff that they’ve ever had,” Jones said. “I do think that in the future it’s going to mean daily housekeeping could be a thing of the past. And some people might have to pay extra if they want daily housekeeping. That’s sort of becoming a trend that I’m seeing.” For Gudelsky, the staffing shortages now make him leery of the fall. “There’s always this time in September where you’re like, ‘oh my God, how am I going to survive?’ And then suddenly the demand backs down a little bit,” he said. “Last year, it was the weirdest year we ever had. The demand never dropped and pummeled us all the way into the winter.”

Mayor wants bigger skate park Continued from Page 10 ground will be erected on the northwest corner of the west block during phase two. Phase three, which comes with an estimated price tag of $533,807, will consist of the installation of a new restroom on the western block of the property and a new tennis court that can be divided into four pickleball courts. “It’ll be tight, but we think it’s possible,” Petito told council members. And finally, phase four will include the construction of another playground on the southwest corner of the west block, along with exercise equipment, totaling $349,245. Though the price tag may seem a bit hefty to some, the city is looking at grant opportunities such as one from the Federal Land and Water Conservation Fund for up to $1 million, as well as others from Community Parks and Playgrounds and Program Open Space. “I think we have pretty good confidence we can get grants,” McGean said. One area of concern for Mayor Rick Meehan was a green space on the northwest corner of the eastern block, where basketball courts are currently located. Meehan told Petito he thought that area should be developed for the skate park as well. “I think we should be developing the skate park at the size it needs to be,” he said, adding that the space should be utilized if needed, as the

city may only get this chance once in the next 50 years. Councilmen Tony DeLuca and Peter Buas both questioned why the entire project was not being funded with the low interest rates currently available. As noted, McGean only asked to fund $3.6 of the project, rather than the full $4.5. McGean said he could not give an exact cost for how much the project will cost, and that cost will not be available for about nine months. Still, council members directed him and Finance Director Chuck Bireley to request the additional $1 million in the FY22 bond issue with the contingency that if there is any money left over, it be moved over to the Baltimore Avenue project of burying utility lines.

Worcester offices closed Labor Day (Sept. 3, 2021) Worcester County Government (WCG) offices, including the Central Landfill in Newark, Homeowner Convenience Centers, Worcester County Recreation Center (WCRC), and the five branch libraries, will be closed Monday, Sept. 6, for the Labor Day holiday. The recreation center will also be closed Sunday, Sept. 5. Worcester County Government offices will resume standard operating hours on Tuesday, Sept. 7.

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WCPS staffers welcomed ‘back with a bang’ Teachers gathered ahead of official launch of 2021-22 school year slated Sept. 7 By Mallory Panuska Staff Writer (Sept. 3, 2021) Worcester County Public Schools teachers are going back with a bang — literally. With Nelly’s “Hot in Herre” playing and fireworks blasting into the sky, Superintendent Lou Taylor made a beeline Tuesday morning for his elderly mother to give her a hug commemorating his “first day of school” at the district’s annual kick-off for teachers and staff at Stephen Decatur High School’s stadium. Taylor’s parents were seated among many of the district’s 2021-22 teachers, who gathered — distanced,

outdoors — to ring in the new school year under a banner that read “BACK WITH A BANG!” in large bold letters. “Thank you, thank you for what you did,” Taylor said, referencing the educators’ response to the challenges of the pandemic over the last year and a half. “You were asked to do things that nobody dreamed possible,” he continued. “You were asked to do things that your superintendent didn’t know whether it was right or wrong. You were asked to do things with kids that are above and beyond, which you are required to do. I wish there was a greater word than ‘thank you.’” Roughly 700 teachers will preside over public classrooms across the county this school year, teaching about 6,600 students. Of those teachers, 55 are new to the district, several

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of whom stood up for recognition during keynote speaker Hammish Brewer’s upbeat, motivational speech at Tuesday’s event. The Virginia principal, who has made national headlines because of his unique and effective approach to teaching and inspiring students, shared some of his secrets for success. They included focusing on legacies, and finding ways to apply the skills and knowledge that students learn, rather than teaching to pass tests. In Worcester County, teachers and staff have already faced challenges ahead of the official kick-off of classes for all students next Tuesday. Taylor has made some tough decisions regarding return plans, with the most polarizing being the debate over mask mandates. Initially, the plan recommended, but did not require, masks for everyone indoors. That changed last Friday, though, when members of the state board of education voted in favor of an emergency order requiring masks to be worn in

an effort to prevent widespread cases of covid. The county is abiding by that order. The challenges of the virus were also taking a toll well before the past few weeks. In March 2020, like most all schools across the country, county public schools shut down buildings and sent students home to face the uncharted territory of virtual school. And as challenging as it was for the students, the teachers were the ones guiding the ship. Like Christina McQuaid, the 2020 Worcester County teacher of the year, said during her introduction speech Tuesday, teachers wear a lot of hats, a number of which increased over the last year and a half. “Teaching is hard,” she said. “Teachers are the first line of defense, teachers are resources, teacher are mentors, teachers are negotiators, teachers are cheerleaders, teachers are rule enforcers, and lately, teachers are IT specialists … If 2020 has taught us anything it’s that students are resilient but so are educators.”

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County public schools adopt mask mandate Continued from Page 1 initial plan to “highly recommend” masking for everyone indoors but not issue a mandate, which would have left the decision up to parents and guardians. As defense for not issuing a firm mandate, Taylor said on Aug. 18 that he had confidence in the protocols that were put in place to keep students and staff members healthy when they return to school. He also said he expected the county’s covid positivity rate to decrease once the summer tourist season ends. But the state board’s 12-1-1 vote for the emergency order, which came after members’ expressed concerns about covid outbreaks in classrooms, Taylor changed the plan. Although he is not required to make the change until the General Assembly’s Joint Committee on Administrative, Executive and Legislative Review votes to make it law, the writing was on the wall. The committee will meet Sept. 14 to discuss the order, and members are expected to pass it. The order requires masking for all, vaccinated or not, indoors, for 180 days. Members of the state board agreed, though, to revisit the order and reassess the situation every 30 days.

In Worcester County, the directives now are almost identical to the ones in place when students left school at the end of the 2020-21 school year. They will be required to wear masks at all times, except during lunch, designated mask breaks, and while outdoors. They will also be required to fill out health screening forms every morning. Taylor said in his message that universal masking is a “critical piece to keep in-person learning available to all students.” He pointed out that the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention have issued new quarantine rules for students, which allows them to stay in school longer if a peer tests positive for covid while masked. Last year, any student who was within 6 feet of another covid-positive student for 15 minutes or more over a 24-hour period, regardless of masking, was sent home to quarantine for 10 to 14 days. Under the new guidelines, any student who is 3 feet or more from a student with covid will not be required to quarantine unless they are symptomatic. Annette Wallace, the district’s chief operating and academic officer for grades nine through 12, said this rule has already helped keep student athletes from having to quarantine.

“We had four kids in one day who were covid-positive in one school — only athletes are there — and a conservative guess would be we would have sent 76 kids home that day,” Wallace said of the action that would have been taken if masks were not worn. “That’s conservative, that’s not counting lunch shifts, that’s not counting other places.” Student athletes and coaches recently returned for practices and Wallace said it has been “going well,” but that some challenges have occurred. “Our coaches are doing a nice job of keeping our students distanced, but I was an athletic coach myself and I can tell you when you start playing games, it’s very difficult to keep students distanced because the nature of the game is students interacting with each other,” she said. “… We continue to have a lot of strong protocols in place. We aren’t doing broad testing, we are doing testing if we have an outbreak on a team. We have had an outbreak on a team last week and we did test every athlete on that team because those are our protocols.” An “outbreak,” she said, is classified as two students in a class or on a team that test positive for covid who are not from the same household. Other districts across the state that

have already begun classes have struggled with outbreaks and forced quarantines since reopening. Wallace said, though, with the CDC’s new guidelines, that she does not see the virus spreading in Worcester County Schools that way. “If kids are quarantined, if they are wearing masks, and I can’t speak for what went on in another county, but if they’re quarantined with masks and everyone is following safety protocols, it’s something they did outside of school, not inside of school,” she said. “Fortunately or unfortunately, we’re in a position where we need people to make good choices and be honest on that symptom screener.” As for feedback, Wallace said she has heard from both sides. “To be honest, before when we were making masks optional, nearly every call that I was taking and nearly every email I was taking were from those who did not want it to be masks optional,” she said. “And certainly since Mr. Taylor made that announcement, I think the calls have gone in the opposite direction. We live in a very conservative community and unfortunately I think this whole masking idea has become a political issue for some strange reason … politics and student safety should not See STATE Page 14

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Worcester Prep middle school students sit distanced in the gymnasium at an assembly on the first day of school this week. Masking is “strongly recommended” but no mandate currently exists.

State board issues masking mandate, MBS follows suit Continued from Page 13 mix. And so, I’m really confused and sometimes befuddled at why there’s so much public outcry, either way, that seems to be super-political.” A small group of people also publicly expressed their disdain for mask mandates earlier this week outside of the Worcester County Board of Education office in Snow Hill. Carrie Sterrs, the coordinator of public relations & special programs, said in an email this week that employees saw the protestors with signs but did not engage them. Before the state board’s vote last week, Worcester County was one of five counties in the state without a mask mandate. The others were Carroll, Cecil, Dorchester and Somerset. In Carroll County, according to a report from WBAL 11, school board members are standing firm with their original plan to make masks optional until the General Assembly committee’s vote. A social media post from Somerset County Public Schools shows the district has also not changed its stance. As for private schools, Most Blessed Sacrament Catholic School in Worcester County is now requiring masks for all indoors, while Worcester Preparatory School is still “strongly recommending” them. “We are strongly recommending vaccines and masks,” said John McDonald, the head of school at Worcester Prep. “We’re just saying strongly recommend, we’re not saying not require, we’re saying strongly recommend.” He added that the decision is always subject to change. “This is a very fluid situation,” he said. “We’re going to be meeting … it could change, you never know what’s going to happen.” The current directive comes with some exemptions, which include requiring masks for all students on

buses and requiring them for students in lower grades while they walk in the hallways and congregate in common areas. McDonald said about 480 students in kindergarten through 12th grade attend Worcester Prep, with about 70 people on the teaching staff. Because of those low numbers, the school is able offer more distancing options. At Most Blessed Sacrament, Amanda Evans, the director of admissions and advancement, said the Diocese of Wilmington changed its stance for the Maryland school following the state board’s vote last week. Initially, masks were optional for Most Blessed Sacrament because Gov. Larry Hogan has not issued a state mandate. The state board’s decision tipped the scales, though, and now all of the nearly 240 students in prekindergarten through eighth grade must cover their faces indoors. Evans said the rules will be pretty much in line with the ones followed at the end of last school year, with plans to get outside as much as possible to give everyone mask breaks. “Masks are not required outside,” Evans said. “We’re fortunate we have 17 acres and we’re probably going to be outside quite a bit this year.” She said students will also be able to move around inside more this year as well because of sanitizing and distancing measures that have been implemented. “That’s one thing we’re excited about, that the children will be able to move from classroom to classroom,” she said. Classes begin at Most Blessed Sacrament and all Worcester County public schools for all students on Tuesday. At Worcester Prep, students returned in staggered groups this week, with everyone attending together for the first time Tuesday.

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Pop-up special event zone may be expanded By Greg Wehner Staff Writer (Sept. 3, 2021) The special event zone scheduled to be implemented in Ocean City during the pop-up car rally expected to take place this month may be extended to cover all of Worcester County, according to local authorities. When Ocean City imposes the special event zone from Tuesday, Sept. 21 through Sunday, Sept. 26, speed limits throughout the city will be dropped to 30 mph, except on streets where the speed limit is lower. Police also plan to be on the lookout for illegal car modifications and faulty equipment like broken tail lamps inside the special event zone. During a meeting of the Ocean City Motor Event Task Force last Friday, Chief Deputy Douglas Dods of the Worcester County Sheriff’s Office said that agency will be helping Ocean City Police control the crowds and enforcing traffic safety during the pop-up rally. As part of those efforts, Dods said his office is working to impose a special event zone for the entire county, though it would need to be approved by the Worcester County Commissioners. County Commissioner Joseph Mitrecic, who represents the Ocean City district, said he would “absolutely“ sign the special event zone into place for the entire county. OCPD Chief Ross Buzzuro said his department will be “all hands-on deck” during the pop-up this year, adding that there will be more than 40 tow trucks from 20 companies ready to tow vehicles for violations and illegal modifications. The task force last met in April to discuss the rally, and was made up of several local elected officials, local and state law enforcement agencies, and others like State’s Attorney Kristin Heiser, Maryland Secretary of Transportation Greg Slater, and the Ocean City Chamber of Commerce. Friday’s meeting was a follow-up to the April meeting, making sure all the pieces were in place for a successful campaign.

“We believe that we’re ready for the event,” Buzzuro said. “For us, we’re hoping for the best.” He added that he did not want the police to be in a position where they are in conflict with the rally participants, and he expects there to be a “reasonable degree of compliance.” But just in case, Buzzuro said, plans have been developed to curtail any illegal activity. Though the chief could not go into details on every aspect of the department’s strategy, he said residents and visitors can expect the deployment of officers to be consistent with what it’s done in the past, though there will be more officers on duty on Sunday than previously. Buzzuro also said the department is prepared to change the traffic patterns to divert traffic out of Ocean City should traffic affect the ability of fire and rescue vehicles answers call for help. “Traffic is going to be heavy,” he said, adding that if people don’t need to be on Coastal Highway, it should be avoided. State Police will also assist in Ocean City. According to Heiser, more than 500 cases were charged because of the pop-up rally last year. That figure does not include minor infractions and traffic citations in the county. In Ocean City, police charged 396 of those cases, many of which are still working their way through the system because a court backlog caused in part by the covid-19 pandemic. Of those cases, 80 percent have been resolved, Heiser added, and of those that were resolved, there was a 90 percent conviction rate. “I’m very grateful for the law enforcement and their efforts,” she said. “We are busy, but we are getting it done.” One of the issues Heiser and her team are encountering, though, is when they ask for the maximum fine to be imposed, the courts are not interested. She said she speculates that similar statutes have lesser fines, and the courts could see this as people

being treated differently than the others the rest of the year. “They are treating each case on its own merit, which they should,” Heiser said. Last year, a man who attended the pop-up did donuts on the Chesapeake Bay bridge, which ultimately resulted in a conviction. As a result of acts like that, Slater explained, there will be more enforcement along Route 50 between the bay bridge and Ocean City. “The greatest concern ... is about safety,” he said. To get additional police agencies on board, the state offered grants to places such as Denton on Route 404 in Caroline County and Wicomico County to target instances of aggressive driving, speeding, close driving, and vehicle equipment violations. In Ocean City, though, more measures are going to be implemented, including rumble strips and temporary speed bumps on back streets. In April, Councilman Tony DeLuca asked State Highway officials to place temporary speed bumps along Coastal Highway, but on Friday it was discovered that doing so would require federal approval because those roads receive federal aid. “The answer last year was that it was a state issue,” DeLuca said of a state highway administration representative. “He led us to believe we could test them. Now a year later, he says it’s a federal problem.” When he pressed Slater if it was possible to get sign off for the speed bumps in four weeks, Slater said he could ask, but he did not know what the answer would be. Adding rumble strips to Coastal Highway, Buzzuro said, could introduce more negatives than positive. But the ones his department plans to place on streets could be moved around town. Another aspect of the pop-up rally that the task force addressed was making sure private businesses have private security. Mayor Rick Meehan said the city will be reaching out to several prob-

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Ocean City Police Department Chief Ross Buzzuro said everyone in his department will be working during the upcoming unsanctioned pop-up rally scheduled for Sept. 21-26. Several neighboring police agencies like the State Police and Worcester County Sheriff’s Department will also be helping out with a special event zone that consists of lower speed limits and more strict enforcement in the resort area.

lem properties where rally participants and spectators tend to swarm and asking them to get private security. During the meeting, it was obvious that several officials had had enough of the shenanigans that have come along with the pop-up in previous years. The question of hosting events at the inlet parking lot or convention center lot was asked during the meeting, and Councilman John Gehrig said it has been tried before and did not work because people got bored. “The terrorists are going to terrorize,” he said. A new plan was presented to the mayor and City Council in August to bring a large-scale concert on the level of the famed Lollapalooza to Ocean City on the same weekend as the pop-up rally, and while some see the pop-up attendees going to the concert, others, like Gehrig, are not as optimistic. “We need to make it harder for them to come here – more expensive,” he said. “We’re going to have a lot of people in town, but enough is enough.”

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By Greg Wehner Staff Writer (Sept. 3, 2021) The Ocean City Mayor and City Council held its regularly scheduled work session on Aug. 31 and discussed the following items:

Canal dredging Two bids to dredge approximately 8,400 cubic yards of sand from a canal behind Fish Tales at 22nd Street were opened during Tuesday’s work session. City Engineer Terry McGean told City Council members that the capital improvement project is estimated to cost $435,000 of which half, or $258,000, will be covered with a grant from the Maryland Department of Natural Resources. The first bid opened by City Manager Doug Miller and Councilman Tony DeLuca was from Salisbury-based Murtech Marine Division, for $407, 714. The second bid, from Brittingham Construction & Landscape in Berlin was for $387,175. Both grants were recognized by City Council members and forwarded to staff for review.

Convention center zoo City Council members approved a request from the Autumn Home and Condo Show promoter, Jeannette Trimper, to allow non-domesticated animals to be on display outside of the Roland D. Powell Convention Center, during the event. Funny Farm petting zoo in Salisbury wants to bring animals like bunnies, chicks, and other animals that people can find at local pet stores and tractor supply shops, as well as pony rides for people less than 50 pounds. Trimper assured the council that the Condo show, and Funny Farm would have the appropriate insurance. “I think it’s a great idea,” Councilman Mark Paddack told Trimper, before the council voted 6-0 to approve it.

Bike festival Final revisions of the memorandum of understanding for the Ocean City Bike Festival, scheduled for Sept. 1519, were approved by City Council on Tuesday. The event, which will feature naContinued on Page 19

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Animal Control advising public on new laws County educating residents during grace period first, before enforcing with fines By Jack Chavez Staff Writer (Sept. 3, 2021) The Worcester County Animal Control Office is reminding residents that revised animal control laws took effect on Aug. 2. “During (the recent) heatwave, my officers have been patrolling areas where we know there are a lot of tethered dogs,” said Chief Animal Control Officer Glen Grandstaff. “If they saw the dogs tethered, they stopped, got out and spoke to the owners.” The officers are handing out copies of the new laws to residents they encounter and advise them that, in this extreme heat, tethered animals must have suitable shelter from the blistering sun or must be brought inside. “We’d like to see all dogs be members of the family,” Grandstaff said. “There are certain situations where people will still tether, but in extreme cold or extreme heat, they’ll have to make arrangements better.” Grandstaff pointed to one common risk where, even if a dog has access to a shaded area but is tethered, the rope or chain could get tangled on

something and leave the dog with inadequate slack to reach the shade. “That’s why we’re trying to educate the public on extreme Glen Grandstaff weather conditions to bring animals in or have a fenced-in yard, or an (accessible) kennel with a top,” he said. Grandstaff added that his office is not yet issuing citations for these infractions, as his officers have found that some residents didn’t know the

laws have been changed. “It’ll have to be an educational period for a while,” Grandstaff said. “We’re trying to protect the animal and educate the county at the same time.” As of Monday, Grandstaff said his office has not had to remove any animals because of extreme heat. He pointed out that, if they did, it’d have to be under the state statute, not the county law. “Animal control laws are continuously changing because the public is getting more demanding and edu-

cated,” Grandstaff said. “Maybe we’ll look at other changes down the road, but right now we’re happy with what the commissioners approved for us back in May.” The comprehensive overhaul of animal control law also includes criteria for how long to hold strays, who may operate a kennel, the standards they must meet, vaccinations and mental state requirements for adoption, and specific definitions for animal control terminology for everything from “commercial kennel” to “dog.”

asked that bicycle companies be notified that the Boardwalk rides are taking place at a time when they typically rent bikes. The council voted 6-0 to approve the MOU.

$146,680 – the project was budgeted at $102,000. A lower bid from Otis Elevator in the amount of $129,240 was also submitted at the time, but according to Procurement Manager Catrice Parsons, the city has had fairly recent issues with the company. Parsons explained that the issues eventually lead the city to file a vendor complaint form. As far as where the additional $44,680 would come from, Parson said she would work with Budget Manager Jennie Knapp. Parsons added that the contract is for the next three years.

OCEAN CITY COUNCIL BRIEFS Continued from Page 18 tional recording artists like Kid Rock, Brett Michaels, and George Thorogood and the Destroyers, is expected to attract between 150,000 and 175,000 motorcycle enthusiasts to Ocean City. Also, the event will include a Boardwalk parade in the afternoon. Mayor Rick Meehan had just a few minor tweaks before the MOU was approved, that included making sure burnout marks are not left in the inlet parking lot or Boardwalk, and if any are made, the party that created the mark be charged for repairs. He also

Citywide elevators City Council members agreed to award a contract to Action Elevator to maintain the city’s 16 elevators and escalators in buildings across town, though it was not the lowest bid. Action Elevator submitted a bid for the contract in early August for

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The sudden death of around three dozen trees in the GlenRiddle neighborhood in Berlin has some conservationists wondering what happened. The Assateague Coastal Trust first observed the burned flora on a routine shoreline patrol along Turville Creek in July. Worcester County has said there is no evidence to suggest the trees were intentionally killed.

Creek tree deaths raise concerns By Jack Chavez Staff Writer (Sept. 3, 2021) Some local conservationists are wondering if the sudden death of 34 buffer-zone trees in Berlin’s GlenRiddle neighborhood in July was from natural causes or was somehow done intentionally. Assateague Coastkeeper Kathy

Phillips for Assateague Coastal Trust said that while on a routine water patrol, ACT officials noticed that the tree line along the creek had “changed drastically.” “In early July on a routine patrol on the coastkeeper boat, (our) watershed specialist noticed that there was an area along the creek, in the Glen-

Riddle development, where every tree along the shoreline buffer was dead and turned brown,” Phillips said. How that happened is what she wants to know, while county officials stepped in to seek some remedy regardless of the cause. According to Worcester County See CONSERVATIONISTS Page 22

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Conservationists warn of effect tree loss could lead to Continued from Page 20 Commissioner Joe Mitrecic, a citation was issued to the property owners instructing them to replant the trees that were lost. “The county’s aware of it,” Mitrecic said. “In situations sometimes like this, unfortunately, the punishment doesn’t fit the crime because the trees are gone. There’s nothing. That’s it. You can’t (resurrect them).” The most recent property owner is listed as “Affair Detat LLC” in a state directory, but its address is linked to a venture capitalist firm in Baltimore County called Greenspring Associates. Phillips said the county told her that the new owners claimed they had sprayed the trees with herbicide, unaware that previous owners had recently already done so. Another conversation with the county alleged that an “overzealous” landscaper simply over-sprayed the trees. Phillips, however, said the trees, some 40 feet tall, were heavily sprayed from the top down. The damage spanned the length of the property’s shoreline. Kim Moses, public information officer for Worcester County, said in an

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The dead treeline that the Assateague Coastal Trust reported has already been removed and the county has issued a citation to the new owner of the property to replant in the buffer zone. Worcester County Public Information Officer Kim Moses said the owner has been “very cooperative.”

email that there is “no evidence to suggest that the trees in question were poisoned.” “The trees died at some point after the property was transferred,” Moses said in another email. “The trees expired over time and were noticed and reported. The new owner, who wants to build on the property, needs to mitigate for the loss of vegetation in the 100-foot critical area buffer. He needs to do this before the occupancy permit can be signed by this department for the proposed dwelling he wants to build on the property.” Moses went on to say the owner has submitted a planting agreement and posted a bond for the tree replacement. “This is a typical requirement for buffer vegetation mitigation, be it

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Bill to align electricians in county with state code By Jack Chavez Staff Writer (Sept. 3, 2021) The Worcester County Commissioners are set to vote on an emergency bill this month that will align the county’s electrician designations with the state’s standards. As of July 1, the Maryland Electricians Act prohibits local jurisdictions from licensing certain classes of elec- Jennifer Keener tricians. The law calls for three classes of electricians statewide: master, journeyperson and apprentice. Worcester County currently has all three plus a “general electrician” class. “After many discussions with the Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation (DLLR) and state officials, (the Worcester County Board of Electrical Examiners) has determined that certain local amendments are necessary in order to provide the general elec-

tricians of Worcester County with a viable path forward,” Jennifer Keener, director of the Development, Review and Permitting told the commissioners in a memo. The bill is being fast-tracked as an emergency bill to get the county up to code as quickly as possible. No one spoke for or against the bill during a public hearing at the commissioners’ Aug. 17 meeting. The law calls for anyone who has held a general electrician license as of June 30 to apply to take a test to qualify as a master electrician. Passing the test will give the electrician “master” status retroactive to June 30. The bill also states that all other licenses, except for that of an “electrician limited,” will expire on Dec. 31 and “have no future force or effect other than when used to obtain any particular class of electrical license provided for and issued by the (DLLR) pursuant to state law and regulation. The bill will take effect immediately upon passage.

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Shoreline trees will be replaced Continued from Page 22 then we clearly have a Clear Water Act violation. Who was responsible?” Mitrecic said he’d be open to discussing legislative changes with the rest of the commissioners but cautioned that these issues can be tricky to navigate. “We could certainly ask (the Office of Development, Review and Permitting) to bring some possibly new fines or something moving forward that people would have to pay,” Mitrecic said. “The problem with it is that it is

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Nonagenarian finds birth father in Worcester County By Jack Chavez Staff Writer (Sept. 3, 2021) After years of speculation, wondering and searching, 91-yearolds Donald and Joyce May know the identity of Joyce’s biological father. Earlier this year, the Lynchburg, Va., pair found out, with the help of their son, his name — Richard Alfred Clarke — and his final resting place — the Whatcoat United Methodist Cemetery in Snow Hill. Clarke died of lung cancer in Norfolk in 1972. The Mays, who have been married 70 years, are left now with theories about why Joyce’s mother, who gave her up for adoption when she was 9, never told the truth about the father. “(Joyce’s) mother told her the guy died a long time ago. We think she just didn’t want to tell the story about him,” Donald said. “Keep it a secret, from embarrassment (of having a child out of wedlock). Right away, we found out through searches and we got in touch with a family in Norfolk, Virginia, that knew him and had a picture of him, which we got. We know where he’s buried in Maryland and we have a picture of his gravesite.” The Mays said they have no plans to visit Snow Hill to see the gravesite. Joyce’s biological parents had a brief

tryst in Detroit, where she was born and raised. What they know of Clarke is that he was from the Eastern Shore and worked in real estate. About three years after Joyce was born, he married another woman. Joyce’s mother carried on as a single mother for the first several years of Joyce’s life but decided to give her up for adoption to give her a chance at a more stable life. Donald and Joyce met in Detroit and married in 1950. Around 1980, they moved to Lynchburg. Joyce said that after the age of 16, no one really talked much about her biological father. The general thought is that, whoever he was, he was gone, possibly dead. Donald said that they wanted to get a Bible verse added to the gravestone, Galatians 6:1, but the gravesite managers haven’t been responsive. The verse would convey a feeling of forgiveness and salvaging something worthwhile and dignifying out of a tumultuous life experience. At the end of it, the Mays are just happy to know what Clarke looked like. “Joyce is appreciative of what we found and it kind of proves that her father was not a deadbeat dad,” Donald said. “We suspected he never knew she was born, that he got her mother pregnant. That’s probably why her mother didn’t say too much because she wanted to keep it a secret.”

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Grilled lamb crostini provide fitting end of summer flavor By Deborah Lee Walker Contributing Writer (Sept. 3, 2021) The sizzling heat is a reminder of the sun’s impulsive wrath. Normalcy does not always follow the path of tradition; the month of August has been exceptionally hot. That being said, one should not complain. Before we know it, Jack Frost will be knocking on our doors. The traffic on Coastal Highway is dwindling and is indicative of a change. Locals know tranquility is not a given, the tide of tourism comes and goes with each passing year. My little house on the water is a peaceful sanctuary. A bottle of refreshing Pinot Grigio, a gorgeous view, and grilling have become one with myself. Simplicity comes in varying degrees. It is amazing how charcoals, lighter fluid, and a pair of tongs can satisfy my wildest whim. It takes years to master the art of grilling. It is not easy to handle a glass of wine in one hand and a spatula in the other.

Grilled leg of lamb is a stunning way to wow your guests. Lamb’s unique flavor makes it a marvelous choice for entertaining. The idea of grilled leg of lamb may sound daunting; but in actuality it is very easy to prepare. Leg of lamb is a meat that really shines when cooked rare to medium rare, 115 to 130 degrees. When cooking large pieces of meat, it is imperative to use a meat thermometer. This is not a time to be guessing. You can order a leg of lamb from your butcher or purchase it at high end supermarkets. While marinades are great, I prefer a simple rub of kosher salt, black pepper, dried crushed rosemary, garlic powder and onion powder. Cover the entire surface of the meat with a generous amount of spice rub. If one salivates at the thought of garlic, insert a few pieces of raw garlic in the fatty areas and where the meat naturally separates. If the lamb is semi-boneless, you will need to tie the meat with kitchen twine to hold it together. Once the meat is seasoned, wrap the leg of lamb in tin foil, and then in plastic wrap. Make sure the meat is sealed

tightly and refrigerate for two days. When you uncover the meat, some of the seasoning may come off. If this is the case, simply add more of the dry rub to the exterior of the meat. Grill the lamb to one’s personal preference; remember, the more it is cooked, the tougher it will be. Once the lamb is done, place it on a cooling rack that is underlined with a sheet pan. Pour olive oil on the meat to help cool it down. After 5 minutes, turn the lamb over and again pour olive oil on it. After 20 minutes, remove the cooling rack and place the lamb in the sheet pan with the olive oil until you are ready to slice it. The

olive oil keeps it moist and gives it an extra boost of flavor. While we are on the subject of lamb, grilled lamb crostini are a perfect starter for warm weather celebrations. These small portions are a great way to serve an expensive cut of meat at an affordable price. A topping of assorted cherry tomatoes, English cucumbers and red onions are tossed in a light vinaigrette. Fresh oregano and fresh mint adorn the veggie mixture. Crumbled feta cheese is the piece de resistance for a delectable amuse bouche or passed hors d’oeuvre. Labor Day weekend is here and celeSee LAMB Page 29

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COMMUNITY/SCHOOLS

PHOTO COURTESY D.J. LANDIS, SR.

COMPANION DOLLS Several years ago a member of the Kiwanis Club of Greater Ocean Pines-Ocean City started a community service project called "Companion Dolls.” The club has continued the program after covid and stuffed dolls at their weekly Wednesday 8 a.m. meeting in the Ocean Pines Community Center. Pictured is Chair Diane Sparzak with Roy Foreman, Jim Spicknall and Dick Clagett. Sparzak and Co-Chair Kitty Wrench sewed the dolls and members stuffed them.

AWARDED The Republican Woman of Worcester County’s 2021 Future Success Award for Snow Hill High School was presented to Jakhi Blunt, who plans to attend the Advanced Technology Institute in Virginia Beach, this fall. The award is given each year to students who show remarkable personal growth and achievement during high school. Pictured, from left, are Dr. Scot Tingle, assistant principal of Snow Hill High School; Blunt; Liz Mumford; and Yvonne Babcock, RWWC Literacy Committee.

NEW OFFICERS Scott Stark was recently inducted as the new 2021-2022 OC Lions president. Pictured, from left, are Past President John Topfer, Tail Twister Greg Burgan, Director Doug Parks, Director Ken Robertson, Membership & Scholarship Chair Sean Williams, Treasurer Greg Cathell, Secretary Steve McMillan, outgoing President Mike Hooper, Stark and Past District Governor Norm Cathell.

CELEBRATION

GRANT The Art League of Ocean City was awarded a matching Community Arts Development Grant of $3,000 to support artist awards at its monthly exhibitions. Rina Thaler, executive director of the Art League of Ocean City, left, received the award from Sharon Sorrentino of the Worcester County Arts Council at the Ocean City Center for the Arts.

The Atlantic General Hospital Foundation held its Anniversary Celebration on May 21, to commemorate 28 years of service to the Eastern Shore community. Due to the covid-19, this year’s theme was, “The Party To Which You Give But Don’t Go.” Although not able to celebrate in person like previous years, the foundation raised $196,000 with the support of 146 sponsors and an auction. Pictured, from left, are Jessica Jersey; Gail Whaley; Toni Keiser, AGH vice president public relations; Lisa Cook; Kam LaBrunda, AGH development analyst; Steve Green, foundation board chair; Sara Hambury and Emily Tunis, committee co-chairs; and Caroline Phillips, AGH development officer. Committee members not present: Christine Glick, Aaron Finney, April Gershenfeld, Ellen Waters, Dawne Pappas, Basil Hanlon, Jessica Hales, JL Cropper, Kathy Marshall, Kevin Myers, Karen Tomasello, Laura Mathabel, Madalaine How, Morgan Fisher, Pam Adkins, Eileen Taglienti, Sonia Baker, Steven Sweigert, and Joy Stokes, AGH special events coordinator.

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Lamb leg dish incorporates baguette slices Continued from Page 27 brations are in full swing. Grilled lamb crostini are scrumptious and a fabulous finale to the summer season. Enjoy!

Grilled Leg of Lamb 3-to-4-pound semi-boneless leg of lamb 3 teaspoons kosher salt 2 teaspoons garlic powder 2 teaspoons onion powder 2 teaspoons black pepper 1 ½ teaspoons dried crushed rosemary 1 ½ teaspoons dried oregano 4 cloves garlic, halved (optional) extra-virgin olive oil 1. Rinse the leg of lamb with cold water and pat dry with paper towels. 2. Preheat charcoal or gas grill. 3. Using a paring knife, make an incision for the raw garlic. Choose areas where there is fat or the meat has slightly separated. You do not want to puncture

a solid piece of meat (optional). 4. In a small bowl, combine dried seasonings. Apply liberally to the entire surface of the lamb. 5. Cook lamb to desired temperature. Cooking time will vary depending on the size of the leg of lamb. 6. When cooked, remove lamb from the grill, and place on a cooling rack that is underlined with a sheet pan. Pour olive oil over the cooked meat. After 5 minutes, turn the lamb over and pour olive oil on the other side. Remove cooling rack and allow lamb to rest on the sheet pan with the olive oil until ready to slice.

Vegetable Topping 1 baguette 3 cups assorted cherry tomatoes, quartered 1 cup English cucumber, skins left on,

OP Chamber holds car show at Veterans Memorial Sept. 4 (Sept. 3, 2021) The Ocean Pines Chamber of Commerce will host its seventh annual car show on Saturday, Sept. 4, at Veterans Memorial Park, on the corner of Cathell and Racetrack roads. There will be food provided by the Ocean Pines Kiwanis Club and business vendors, as well as music and a live radio remote. For more information on registering for the car show or becoming a vendor, call the chamber at 410-641-5306 or stop in the office at 11047 Racetrack Road Berlin, Maryland 21811. The car show will begin at approxiPinball • Sk keeeball Prizes • Videos

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and finely diced ½ cup red onion, finely diced 3 cloves garlic, minced 2 tablespoons fresh oregano, chopped 1 tablespoon fresh mint, chopped ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil, plus extra for baguette slices 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar ½ cup feta cheese, crumbled kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste 1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. 2. Slice the baguette into 1/4-inch pieces at an angle. Slicing the baguette at an angle gives you more surface area and is more pleasing to the eye. Using a pastry brush, brush one side of each baguette with olive oil. Place the baguette slices on a rimmed baking

sheet. Toast for 5 minutes or until baguettes slices get a slight goldenbrown color. 3. In a small bowl, whisk the olive oil, lemon juice and red wine vinegar. 4. In a medium bowl, toss the tomatoes, cucumbers, red onions, garlic and oregano. Add vinaigrette to the veggies. Add salt and pepper and garnish with feta cheese.

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Late August, fall most challenging By Kristin Joson Contributing Writer (Sept. 3, 2021) Every year, around this time, we ask, “Where did August go?” This summer is one that will go down in the record books as being one of the busiest. Ocean City has enjoyed some awesome weather just about every day. Now that we are leaving summer and moving into fall, we are trying to hold on to what is left of the season and make it last as long as possible. The majority of lifeguards are students or educators and their life away

from the beach is calling them back. The Beach Patrol has a large number of surf rescue technicians in college and many others are educators at various levels in school systems throughout Maryland, the U.S. and even Canada. It is a lifestyle that allows them to have the summers free to pursue their work with the Beach Patrol, but also requires them to return to other responsibilities before our season has ended. Therefore, this results in rapidly reducing numbers of surf rescue technicians available to guard our beach. As the Beach Patrol strives to maintain the maximum number of guard stands on the beach, vacationers continue to choose Ocean City as a vacation destination. August seemed to be the popular

month again this year and September will also prove to be popular as well. This situation becomes the greatest challenge for the patrol as we try to provide the same level of protection for each visitor as when we are at 100 percent staffing. To complicate matters, this is also the time of year that Ocean City experiences an increase in the volume and size of waves due to tropical activity in the Atlantic. August and September are traditionally our large surf months, producing larger waves, rip currents and shorebreak, as well as our busiest time for assisting swimmers needing help. As we move into September, fewer guards are left to handle bigger rips and waves. This is when the training and skills they have been honing all summer

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will be put to use keeping all of our beach patrons safe during these busy final weeks of the season. Through the scheduling skills of Lt. Mike Stone, who has 37 years with the patrol and recently retired as a local school counselor, we have been able to See LESS Page 31

Dining Guide ■ PRICE RANGE: $, $$, $$$ ■ RESERVATIONS: Reservations accepted —————————————

DOWNTOWN

South end to 28th Street ■ CAPTAIN’S TABLE 15th Street and Baltimore Avenue, inside The Courtyard by Marriott, Ocean City 410-289-7192, www. captainstableoc.com $$ | Kids’ menu | Full bar Breakfast and lunch, Wednesday through Monday, 8 a.m. to noon. Dinner and lite fare, Wednesday through Monday, 5-9 p.m. Featuring seafood, steaks and poultry. Daily chef specials. Dine in or carry out available. ■ COASTAL SALT 16th Street and the Boardwalk, Ocean City 410-9737258, www.coastalsaltoc.com $$-$$$ | Kids’ menu | Full bar Enjoy and dine with the beautiful view of the ocean with Reel Eats & High Spirits. Now open 7 days a week, breakfast, lunch and dinner, 8 a.m. until close. Happy Hour, 2-5 p.m. Wonderful starters, soups, salads, lite fare, and entrees. Famous bone-in ribeye, burgers, crab cakes, tacos, thyme roasted chicken and so much more. Dine in or carry out. ■ COINS PUB & RESTAURANT 28th Street Plaza and Coastal Highway, Ocean City 410-289-3100, www.coinspuboc.com $$ | Kids’ menu | Full bar Casual dining atmosphere for families. Soups, salads, crab cakes, hand cut steaks, fresh seafood, scallops, fresh soft crabs, and specialty dishes. Happy hour daily, noon to 5 p.m. with food and drink specials. Early bird daily, 3:30-5:30 p.m. with special dinner menu. Open Wednesday through Monday at noon. Now open Tuesday, 3 p.m. to midnight. Dine in or carry out. ■ CORAL REEF RESTAURANT & BAR Oceanfront and 17th St. in Holiday Inn & Suites, Ocean City 410-289-2612, www.coralreefrestaurant.com $$ | Kids’ menu | Full bar Enjoy our hearty homestyle breakfasts starting at 6:30 a.m. daily. Lunch and dinner offering light fare of soups and salads along with our house specialty Scallops St. Croix, along with ribs, Cuban pork and steak selections. ■ THE DOUGH ROLLER S. Division Street and Boardwalk 410-289- 3501; 3rd Street and Boardwalk 410-289- 2599, www.TheDoughRoller.com $$ | Kids’ menu | Full bar An Ocean City family tradition since 1980. Offering breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. Buttermilk pancakes, fresh handmade dough pizza and Italian dinners. We have something for everyone! ■ FISHTALES BAR & GRILL 21st Street and the Bay, Ocean City 410-289-0990, www.ocfishtales.com $-$$$ | Kids’ menu | Full bar FishTales located in a premier outdoor beach location on the bay with the best sunsets. Come for the best local fare. We offer lunch and dinner with great happy hour food and drink specials. Kids play area too. So sit back and enjoy. ■ HARBOR WATCH 806 S. Atlantic Ave., Inlet Ocean City 410-289-5121, www.harborwatchrestaurant.com $$-$$$ | Reservations | Kids’ menu | Full bar Bringing Ocean City the freshest seafood, an award-winning Raw Bar along with certified Angus Beef. Great view of the Ocean City Inlet and Assateague Island. Call for

Banquet information. Hours are Friday and Saturday, 11:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Sunday, 1-8 p.m. ■ PHILLIPS SEAFOOD, CRAB HOUSE 21st Street, Ocean City 410-289-7747, PhillipsSeafood.com $$-$$$ | Full bar Award winning buffet open everyday at 3:30 p.m. Menu dining everyday at 4 p.m. Hooper's Island crab cakes, steamed blue crabs, steamed seafood buckets, fried chicken and much more. ■ THE VIEW RESTAURANT AND BAR AT CAMBRIA, OC Located in the Cambria Hotel, 13 St. Louis Avenue, Ocean City 410-280-1645 or 410-520-4541 Open to the public with a new full menu, breakfast, lunch and dinner. Happy Hour each day from 3-9 p.m. Open 7 a.m. daily until midnight Fridays and Saturdays and until 10 p.m. all other days. Enjoy overlooking the bay with fresh baked pastries on premise. Wounder appetizers, salads, sandwiches, entrees and flatbreads.

MIDTOWN

29th to 90th streets ■ 32 PALM Located in The Hilton,32nd Street, Ocean City 410289-2525, www.32palm.com $$ | Kids’ menu | Full bar Open daily, 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Bar and lounge. Western Caribbean cuisine with a mix of traditional Eastern Shore favorites. ■ COCONUTS BEACH BAR & GRILL Castle in the Sand Hotel, 37th St & the Beach, Ocean City 800-552-7262, www.castleinthesand.com $-$$ | Kids’ menu | Full bar Beachfront open air dining in a tropical setting. Serving grilled sandwiches, specialty salads, appetizers, wraps, tacos and frozen drinks, beer and wine. Live entertainment. Happy Hour daily, 5-6 p.m. 2 for 1 drink specials. Waitress service on the beach Memorial Day thru Labor Day. Coconuts is open daily, 11 a.m. to 11 p.m., weather permitting. ■ THE DOUGH ROLLER 41st Street and Coastal Highway 410-524-9254; 70th Street and Coastal Highway 410-524-7981, www.TheDoughRoller.com $$ | Kids’ menu | Online ordering See downtown locations for description. ■ JOHNNY’S PIZZA PUB 56th Street, Ocean City 410-723-5600, www.johnnyspizzapub.com $ | Kids’ menu | Full bar Featuring homemade pizzas, 18 gourmet pizzas, a variety of calzones, subs, burgers, sandwiches and jumbo wings with 20 different sauces. Open everyday, 11 a.m. to 2 a.m. Dine in, pickup, carryout and delivery. ■ LONGBOARD CAFÉ 6701 Coastal Hwy., Ocean City 443-664-5639, www.longboardcafe.net $$-$$$ | Kids’ menu | Full bar Classic and creative American dishes and cocktails are showcased in a festive, surf-themed setting with weekly specials. Featuring burgers, tacos, prime rib, seafood and more. Closed on Tuesday. Dine-in and curbside pickup. ■ MARLIN MOON Located in the Double Tree Hotel, 3301 Atlantic Ave., Ocean City 410-289-1201, www.marlinmoonocmd.com $$ Open Sunday through Thursday, 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Friday and Saturday, 11 a.m.to 10 p.m. Restaurant and bar with fresh seafood, small plates, desserts and cocktails.

■ PGN CRAB HOUSE 29th Street, Ocean City 410-280-8380, 410-289-4083, www.pgncrabhouse.com $$ | Kids’ menu | Beer & wine Known for their famous steamed crabs. Dining in or carry out is available. Casual seasonal seafood stop for the all-you-can-eat specials. Steamed crabs, chicken and corn on the cob. You can find clams, ribs, crab cakes, seafood platters and more. You can call for daily specials. Open 7 days a week, 11 a.m. ■ RESIDENCE INN BY MARRIOTT 61st Street Bayside/2nd Floor @ Bayview Bar & Grill, Ocean City 443- 664-7043 $$ | Kids’ menu | Full bar Bayfront dining with a casual atmosphere. Specializing in burgers, flat breads, crab cakes, shrimp burgers and full dinner specials. Open Friday and Saturday, 4-11 p.m. and Sunday, 1-9 p.m. Happy Hour Friday, Saturday and Sunday, 4-7p.m. ■ SEACRETS 49th Street, Ocean City 410-524-4900, www.seacrets.com $$ | Kids’ menu | Full bar Open Thursday and Friday, 4 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday, 11 a.m. with Island atmosphere. Jamaican jerk chicken, appetizers, sandwiches, paninis, pizza and fresh seafood.

UPTOWN

91st to 146th streets ■ BAHAMA’S CRABSHACK CARRY OUT & OUTLET Oceanside MD/DE Line and Coastal Highway, Fenwick 302-537-5882 Premium seafood, fat crabs by weight, sandwiches and dinners. Seafood, chicken, homemade soups, super crab cakes, steamed shrimp, fresh clams, soft crabs, scallops, oysters and snow crab claws. Open 7 days a week for carryout only. ■ BLUE FISH JAPANESE & CHINESE RESTAURANT AND SUSHI BAR 94th Street, Ocean City 410-524-3983, www.bluefishocmd.com $-$$ | Full bar Enjoy authentic Chinese and Japanese cuisine and sushi bar with beer, wine, and full cocktail bar and lounge. Dine in, take out and delivery available. Open 7 days a week. ■ HORIZONS OCEANFRONT RESTAURANT, BREAKERS PUB & LENNY’S BEACH BAR & GRILL Inside the Clarion, 101st Street, Ocean City 410-5243535, www.clarionoc.com $-$$ | Kids’ menu | Full bar Serving beach-inspired dishes in our oceanfront restaurants, Horizons and Breakers Pub. All-day menu, available 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner including light fare and steamer specials. ■ NORI 11403 Coastal Highway, Gold Coast Mall, Ocean City 443-880-6258 $$ | Reservations | Kids’ menu | Full bar Open 7 days a week, all year, 11:30 a.m. to 9 p.m., serving lunch and dinner. Our creative menu features handcut steaks, grilled fish, crab cakes, sushi and sashimi. Dine in, takeout, delivery available. ■ OC STREET FOOD 11505 Coastal Highway, Gold Coast Mall, Ocean City 443-664-6322, www.ocstreetfoodmd.com Enjoy a unique variety of foods. Specializing in chicken, steak, shrimp, and lamb gyros, kabobs and skewers. Salads, subs, rolls and wraps. Homemade falafel, sides and specialty sauces. Dine in or carry out with online pickup

and delivery. Open 7 days a week. ■ OCHO RIOS JERK & TINGS 11805 Coastal Highway, Unit N, Ocean City www.ochoricosjerkandtings.com $$ | Full bar Serving you authentic Jamaican food, appetizers, lunch specials, stews, salads, burgers, jerk shrimp or chicken, and entrees. Steak, oxtail, seafood and chicken with many special sauces. Signature jerk escoveitched or BBQ. Side dishes with rice and peas, fried sweet plantains, fried cornmeal dough and mac & cheese. Desserts, Jamaican rum cake, NY cheesecake and red velvet cake. Open Sunday through Thursday, 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Friday and Saturday, 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Dine in or carry out. ■ TSUNAMI PATIO BAR & GRILL 118th Street, in the Carousel, Oceanfront Hotel and Condos, Ocean City 410-524-1000, www.carouselhotel.com $-$$ | Kids’ menu | Full bar OC’s best ocean-front beach bar featuring live entertainment 6 days a week in a tropical, palm tree-filled paradise. Come enjoy amazing ocean breezes and a family-friendly menu featuring everything from the best burgers and nachos in OC to fresh roasted prime rib and salmon. Full bar and a line-up of entertainment like: Monkey Paw, Frank Moran, Dave Sherman, Jason Lee, Troy Hanna and Bill Dickson. Open 7 days, 11 a.m. to 11 p.m., weather permitting. ■ THAI O-CHA 13727 Coastal Highway, Ocean City 410-250-9918, www.thaiochamd.com $$ | Serving authentic Thai food, full vegan menu and vegetarian options including curry, rice and noodle dishes. Homemade appetizers, soups, and sauces. Seafood, meat, chicken, stir fries, vegetable, and tofu. Desserts, beer and wine. Dine in or takeout. Serving lunch Monday through Friday, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Hours open: Monday through Friday, 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.; Saturday and Sunday, noon to 9 p.m.

WEST OCEAN CITY ■ OC CHOPSTICKS Asian Bistro 12741 Ocean Gateway, Suite 890, West Ocean City (Outlets Ocean City) 410-801-1111, www.occhopsticks.com $$ | Beer | Premium Sake Offering a wide array of authentic Chinese, Japanese and Thai food. Dine-in and carryout. Lunch specials. Dinner and lite fare. Sunday through Thursday, 11:30 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. and Friday and Saturday, 11:30 a.m. to 10:30 p.m.

OCEAN PINES ■ CLUBHOUSE BAR AND GRILLE 100 Clubhouse Drive, Ocean Pines 410-641-7222, oceanpinesgolf.org/dining $$ | Full bar With sweeping views of the 18th hole, the new Clubhouse Bar and Grille serves freshly prepared breakfast and lunch items. Full bar. Open daily, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m., weather permitting. ■ OCEAN PINES YACHT CLUB 1 Mumford Landing Road, Ocean Pines 410-641-7222, www.OPyachtclub.com $$-$$$ | Full bar The Ocean Pines Yacht Club offers casual coastal cuisine for lunch and dinner in a beautiful bayfront setting. Fresh seafood, signature drinks, live music and more. Open daily, 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.

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Less lifeguards, more space between stands on beach Continued from Page 30 realize our goal of keeping the maximum number of guard stands on the beach for the maximum number of days. As a result, we were able to keep all 90 stands (full deployment) on the beach through Sunday, Aug. 16. As the season continues, surf rescue technicians will have a more challenging situation with the greater distance between stands and a larger area of responsibility. When we remove stands from the beach, the remaining stands are spread out equally. Many of these personnel will choose to work without a day off until the end of the season so that we can provide additional coverage and the added safety to swimmers of more guards on duty. Many surf rescue technicians, who have left for other obligations away from the beach, will return on a part-time basis on weekends. The Town of Ocean City is providing a travel stipend to offset the cost of traveling back to Ocean City from areas over 100 miles away, to help encourage as many surf rescue technicians as possible to return once they have moved from the area. They return to help out on both weekdays and weekends, even scheduling classes to allow availability during several days each week. Imagine if one guard gets sick or injured and we don’t have someone to cover their stand, which is one less stand on the beach which again makes the distance between stands even further apart. OCBP is committed to provide surf rescue technicians along the entire 10 miles of beach for all visitors and residents, so rather than have unguarded areas, the number of available lifeguard towers is equally distributed along the beach front. As this redistribution occurs the location and distance between stands changes (sometimes on a daily basis and the distance may increase to as much as 800 yards (1/2 mile) between stands compared to the average 190 yards at maximum mid-season coverage). We will continue to provide coverage of all 10 miles of Ocean City beach until Sunday, Oct. 3.

Thanks to the support of the Mayor and City Council we will continue to provide this level of coverage whereas nearby beaches have reduced their coverage throughout the season and will only provide guards on the weekends or shut down their entire operation earlier than in past seasons due to funding and staffing issues. Although Ocean City’s coverage will be done with fewer personnel and lifeguard towers, we will supplement this coverage by increasing the number of mobile rescue units patrolling the beach. These mobile units are first-aid, AED and PPE equipped with one surf rescue technician (rider) acting as the primary rescue swimmer while the other (driver) maintains radio communication and backup during an emergency. Both are qualified as surf rescue technicians, medical first responders and are quad (ATV) certified. Surf rescue technicians will be on duty daily between 10 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. We strongly encourage all beach patrons to restrict any beach or water related activities to times when beach patrol personnel are on duty, never swim alone, always stay within the limits of their ability and never rely on a flotation device. To make sure we end our season and yours safely, vacationers and locals can help the guards and themselves by making the extra effort to swim in front of a lifeguard. To find the nearest location of your surf rescue technician, visit our website, www.oceancitymd.gov/ocbp, and follow the link to “stand locations.” Captain’s Note: Thanks to the professionalism and commitment of our surf rescue technicians who are willing to return for several years we have 33 percent of our 200 employees with five or more years’ experience (11 percent have over 15 years) with Ocean City. What makes this statistic even more amazing is that 85 percent of our employees must relocate to Ocean City each season from their full-time residences and obtain seasonal housing. If you or someone you know would like to rent seasonally to Beach Patrol employees, please contact our office 410-289-7556.

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Jellyfish Festival brings live music, brews and fun to OC By Greg Wehner Staff Writer (Sept. 3, 2021) Finding its place may have taken a few years, but this year Jellyfish Festival plans to offer Ocean City visitors and residents a party in the sand for two days during the Labor Day Weekend. The festival was canceled in 2020 due to the covid-19 pandemic, and in 2019, it was held in June. But this year, at the request of the mayor and City Council, organizer Brad Hoffman of Live Wire Media & Events moved the event to Labor Day Weekend to give people something fun to do during the three-day weekend – though the concert is two days. The festivities – which include live music, a cornhole tournament, surfing, an obstacle course for Fat Tire bicycles and a beer festival – will take place from Sept. 4-5. “It’s a Labor Day party - that’s what we’re keying in on,” Hoffman said on Monday. “It’s all coming together. The live music is really the heart of it.” The music will kick off on Saturday afternoon, with D.J. Magellan of Ocean 98 spinning tunes from noon to 1 p.m., followed by bands and artists like Ray Wroten, Never Ending Fall, Ted Bowne of Passafire, and the Derek Woods Band. Blues guitarist Anthony Gomes will close out Saturday, beginning at 7 p.m. “He’s going to blow some minds,” Hoffman said. “He’s like Stevie Ray Vaughn meets Jimi Hendrix.” Sunday’s lineup beginning at noon, includes artists like Ethereal Vibrations, the Rockoholics, and Troll Tribe. DJ Magellan will return to the turntables to close out the weekend. But the festival is much more than live music. Hoffman said the first East Coast Cornhole Championships will take place on the sand, organized by the

Maryland Cornhole League, with a $2,000 purse up for grabs. The tournament will take place on Saturday beginning at 9 a.m., and is open to professional and amateur players who want to show off their skills with the corn-filled bags. The cost to enter is $60 per team. For more information about the cornhole tournament, call 443-867-4702 or email dale@marylandcornhole.net. Another element added to the festival this year, that was not included in 2019, is the Fat Tire Bike Zone – a free obstacle course with several turns on the beach, made specifically for the bicycles with big and wide tires. An assortment vendors will be on location, as well as the Marine Corps, which will be hosting a fitness course for kids and adults. And finally, connoisseurs of golden frothy beverages will be able to attend the Shore Craft Beer Festival, which for the first time ever, will be on the beach. “This is the first year we have worked with Brad,” Beerfest organizer Ann Hillyer of StateVentures, LLC said on Tuesday. “We were supposed to work with him last year, but it was canceled.” Hillyer said the beer festival will include products from local breweries like Burley Oak, Big Oyster, Crooked Hammock, Evolution, and Dog Fish. In fact, she added, this will be the first beer festival the latter beer company has participated in since the pandemic started last year. Additionally, Flying Dog and Heavy Seas from Baltimore will be serving up their golden joy during beer fest, while a craft cider has been added for people to taste cider. Mead and hard seltzer will also be available. “This is going to be the coolest celebration,” Hillyer said. Tickets for the beer festival portion are available at www.shorecraftbeerSee FESTIVAL Page 37

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This year’s Jellyfish Festival will feature something new called the Fat Tire Zone where cyclists can experience the thrill of riding around an obstacle course on the beach on a bicycle with very wide tires.

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Jellyfish Fest will take place from 12-9 on both Saturday and Sunday, and is free to the public, except for the beer fest portion of the event. “Free music both days? Super exciting,” Hoffman said. “It’s going to be a really great end of summer party. That’s what we’re most excited about.” For more information and a full schedule of events, visit www.jellyfishfestival.com and www.oceancity.com.

OC firefighters to remember 9/11 with Boardwalk event (Sept. 3, 2021) The Ocean City Volunteer Fire Company will lead the Ocean City, Worcester County area in commemorating the 20th anniversary of the Sept. 11, 2001 terror attacks that took the lives of 2,977 men, women, and children in New York City, Arlington, Virginia and near Shanksville, Pennsylvania. Residents, visitors to the area, and first responders are invited to join Ocean City first responders on Sept. 11, at the firefighters memorial, located at North Division Street and the Boardwalk, at 8:30 a.m. “The events we have planned leading up to the 20th anniversary date are a moving and fitting testament to the events of that day,” said Ocean City Volunteer Fire Company President Jay Jester. “The ceremony on the 11th will be a solemn reminder of what we experienced as Americans,

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PAINT NIGHT Participants show off their artwork at Princess Royale Oceanfront on July 23, during a Paint Night conducted by instructors from the Art League of Ocean City, Jenell Willey and Joan Guerriero. Paint Nights at the 91st Street hotel continue through September. To see a full schedule of activities, visit ArtLeagueofOceanCity.org/classes.

RECOGNITION (Left) Ocean City Lions Outgoing President Mike Hooper honors club members, first row, from left, Joe Myles, bar manager extraordinaire; Scott Stark, eyeglass and hearing aid collection; and second row, Autumn Fenton, community assessment and Lions’ brochure; and Norm Cathell, keeper of the house and OC Lions’ historian.

SUPPORT The Ocean City Knights of Columbus Council #9053 continues to support the Grace Center for Maternal and Women’s Health in Berlin. During the month of March, the Life Program of the Knights combined two efforts into one program and between March 1 and 31 a total of $645 was collected in the form of gift cards, checks or cash. Pictured, from left, are Jackie Failla, nurse manager at the center; Kevin Hughes, Life Program director for Council #9053; and Jasmine Dennis, Grace Center executive director.

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TROPHY DONATION Judy Nelson recently donated an array of trophies to the Greater Ocean Pines-Ocean City Kiwanis Club in memory of her late husband, Bill, who was a founding member of the Ocean City Cruzers. This donation also celebrates the club’s first car show, held on July 24, at the Ocean Pines Veterans Memorial Park. Pictured is Nelson with Steve Cohen, president of the Kiwanis Club.

PROGRAM FUNDS BOARDS PRESENTED The Ocean City Surf Club recently donated two rescue boards to the Ocean City Beach Patrol’s Junior Beach Patrol Academy program.

The Delmarva Hand Dance Club donated $1,000 to the Selbyville Elks Lodge 2173 in Bishopville, on July 6 for the Welcome Home Veterans Program. Pictured is Charles Derrickson, exalted ruler, left, and John Falcone, president, Delmarva Hand Dance Club.

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Members of the Alpha Nu Omicron chapter of the Phi Theta Kappa (PTK) international honor society at Wor-Wic Community College recently received a 2021 Recognizing Excellence in Acceptance and Completion with Honors (REACH) Award for membership development and furthering PTK’s mission of providing recognition and opportunities for growth and development for students on campus. REACH chapters achieved or exceeded a 15 percent membership acceptance rate in 2020. Alpha Nu Omicron members also recently received the Student Government Association Outstanding Community Service Project Award, based on their work with the campus food pantry.

Dean’s List Several Worcester County residents were recently named to the dean’s list at their respective colleges or universities during the spring semester. They are: Erin Trask, Berlin, College of the Holy Cross, Worcester, Massachusetts. A member of the Class of 2024, Trask is majoring in history and Spanish. To qualify, students must pass four or more letter-graded courses with no failing grades during the semester and earn a GPA of 3.5 or higher. Abigail Yesko, Berlin, Youngstown State University in Ohio, forensic science major. Dean’s list recognition is awarded to full-time undergraduate students who have earned at least a 3.4 grade point average for not less than 12 semester hours of credit. Kathryn Dennis, Ocean City and Erin Hurley, Berlin, St. Mary’s College of Maryland. Dean’s list honors are awarded to full-time students at St. Mary’s College of Maryland who earn a semester grade-point average of 3.5 or

better on 12 or more graded credits. Also both were awarded St. Mary’s Scholar academic honors. St. Mary’s Scholars are juniors and seniors who have earned at least 32 credit-hours at St. Mary’s College and whose cumulative grade-point average is 3.50 or better. St. Mary’s Scholars are determined once a year at the end of the spring semester. Lydia Kappelmeier, Berlin, class of 2021, Bucknell University in Lewisburg, Pennsylvania. A student must earn a grade point average of 3.5 or higher on a scale of 4.0 to receive dean’s list recognition. Alexander Wright, Berlin, Bethel University, McKenzie, Tennessee. To qualify, undergraduate students in the College of Professional Studies must have completed a minimum of 12 graded credit hours and earned a GPA of 3.70 or higher in the term ending May 31. Jillian Griggs, Berlin, Adelphi University, New York. The list comprises fulltime students-registered for 12 or more credits-who have completed at least nine graded credits and achieved a GPA of 3.5 or above for the semester. Audrey Stearns, Berlin, Gettysburg College in Pennsylvania. Students with a quality point average in the range of 3.300 to 3.599 for a semester’s work are placed on the dean’s list.

President’s List Abigail Yesko, a forensic science major from Berlin, has been named to Youngstown State University’s President’s List for achieving a perfect 4.0 grade point average in the spring semester 2021. To be eligible for the Ohio school’s president’s list, honorees must be fulltime undergraduate students with a 4.0 GPA for least 12 semester hours of classes. The University of Hartford recently announced Lily Belle Baker of Berlin Continued on Page 43

Calendar Fri., Sept. 3 YARD SALE AND BAKE SALE Bethany United Methodist Church, 8648 Stephen Decatur Highway, Berlin, 8 a.m.-noon. Items include riding lawn mower, art work, home decor, housewares, furniture, etc. Proceeds benefit the church. No vendor spaces to the general public. bethany21811@gmail.com, 410-641-2186

KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS BINGO Columbus Hall, 9901 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, 6:30-11 p.m. Doors open at 5 p.m. and bingo begins at 6:30 p.m. Masks are required while moving around inside. 410-524-7994

7:30-11:59 p.m. Free, outdoor performance of the comedy “Much Ado About Nothing.” No tickets required. Social distancing through lawn seating, blankets and lawn chairs are welcome. http://www.brownboxtheatre.org, 443808-1215

Sat., Sept. 4 HONORARY PADDLE OUT 70th Street Beach, Ocean City, 8 a.m. Paddle out in honor of Lifeguards Norman Inferra who lost his life while on duty in Cape May, NJ and for Keith Pinto the guard that was struck by lightning in South Seaside Park, NJ.

JELLYFISH FESTIVAL ’MUCH ADO ABOUT SHAKESPEARE: STAGE TO PAGE’ LIBRARY WORKSHOP Worcester County Library - Berlin Branch, 13 Harrison Ave., Berlin, 1-2 p.m. Audiences of all ages are invited to join Brown Box Theatre Project in an exploration of Shakespeare’s words and worlds. Free event. Register: www.worcesterlibrary.org. 410-6322600

PINE’EER ARTISAN GIFT SHOP SIDEWALK SALE Pine’eer Artisan Gift Shop, 235 Ocean Parkway, Ocean Pines, 5-8 p.m. Offering top-quality, handmade items at bargain prices. Proceeds will be donated to the Ocean Pines Association and local community groups. https://www.oceanpines.org/web/pages/artisan-craft-shop

FIRST FRIDAY OPENING RECEPTION FOR SEPTEMBER EXHIBITS OC Center for the Arts, 502 94th St., Ocean City, 5-7 p.m. Openings also taking place at the Princess Royale Oceanfront and Coffee Beanery. Meet the artists and enjoy hors d’oeuvre and refreshments. https://artleagueofoceancity.org, 410-524-9433

North Division Street Beach, Ocean City. Live music, cornhole tournament, DJ stage, vendors, artists, Surfing & Expression, Beach Fun Challenge, Kids Interactive Art & Music Zone and Fat Tire Beach Bike Zone. 12-9 p.m. www.jellyfishfestival.com

PINE’EER ARTISAN GIFT SHOP SIDEWALK SALE Pine’eer Artisan Gift Shop, 235 Ocean Parkway, Ocean Pines, 8 a.m.-3 p.m. Offering top-quality, handmade items at bargain prices. Proceeds will be donated to the Ocean Pines Association and local community groups. https://www.oceanpines.org/web/pages/artisan-craft-shop

YARD SALE AND BAKE SALE Bethany United Methodist Church, 8648 Stephen Decatur Highway, Berlin, 8 a.m.-noon. Items include riding lawn mower, art work, home decor, housewares, furniture, etc. Proceeds benefit the church. No vendor spaces to the general public. bethany21811@gmail.com, 410-641-2186

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CRAFTY SATURDAY - BACK TO SCHOOL CRAFTS

Worcester County Library - Ocean Pines Branch, 11107 Cathell Road, Berlin, 1011 a.m. Join the group for some handson crafts, perfect for back to school. While supplies last. Ages 3 years and older. www.worcesterlibrary.org, 410632-2600

7TH ANNUAL CAR SHOW

Veterans Memorial Park, Race Track Road, Ocean Pines, 10 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Open to classic and antique cars and local Jeep and Corvette clubs. Food, vendors and a live radio remote. Preregister online, $15 or $20 day of show beginning at 8:30 a.m. www.OceanPinesChamber.org, 410-641-5306

BBQ CHICKEN PLATTER

American Legion #123, 10111 Old Ocean City Blvd., Berlin, 11-11:59 a.m. Platters include a half BBQ chicken, two sides and a roll. Cost is $10. The public is welcome. 410-641-3760

SHORE CRAFT BEER FEST: BEER ON THE BEACH AT THE JELLYFISH FESTIVAL

North Division Street Beach, Ocean City, 12-4 p.m. Unlimited 4 oz. pours of 25+ beers. First 1,000 arrivals received souvenir glasses. Cost is $65 for VIP, $45 general admission and $10 designated driver. www.jellyfishfestival.com, 410703-1970

10TH ANNUAL SUMMER SHAKESPEARE TOUR

Pitts Street, Berlin, 7:30-11:59 p.m. Free, outdoor performance of the comedy “Much Ado About Nothing.” No tickets required. Social distancing through lawn seating, blankets and lawn chairs are welcome. http://www.brownboxtheatre.org, 443-808-1215

FARMERS & ARTISANS MARKET

Saturdays - White Horse Park, 239 Ocean Parkway, 8:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Shop for everything from fresh local produce to unique handmade artisan goods. Open to the public.

Sun., Sept. 5 BERLIN FARMERS MARKET

Downtown Berlin, Pitts Street, Berlin, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Sundays through September - Located in Downtown Berlin. This week the market will feature more than 30 farmers, bakers, distillers, food cultivator and more. 410-973-2051

JELLYFISH FESTIVAL

North Division Street Beach, Ocean City. Live music, cornhole tournament, DJ stage, vendors, artists, Surfing & Expression, Beach Fun Challenge, Kids Interactive Art & Music Zone and Fat Tire Beach Bike Zone. 12-9 p.m. www.jelly-

Pine’eer Artisan Gift Shop, 235 Ocean Parkway, Ocean Pines, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Offering top-quality, handmade items at bargain prices. Proceeds will be donated to the Ocean Pines Association and local community groups. https://www.oceanpines.org/web/pages/artisan-craft-shop

SUNDAES IN THE PARK

Northside Park, 200 125th St., Ocean City, 7-9 p.m. Enjoy free music. Each week children are offered various free activities and entertainment. Ice cream and beverages available for purchase. Followed by the new drone show. https://www.ococean.com

OC DRONE SHOW

Northside Park, 200 125th St., Ocean City, 9-9:30 p.m. Come experience Ocean City’s new drone show. https://www.ococean.com/events/ocdrone-shows2021

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Branch, 11107 Cathell Road, Berlin, 6-9 p.m. Held Sept. 7, 8 and 9. Cost is $20 for all three evenings. Register: Barry Cohen, 410-935-4807 or CGAUXOC@gmail.com.

10:30-11:30 a.m. Mr. Jake’s all time favorite story by Laura Numeroff. Take home activity included. For 2-5 year old children. www.worcesterlibrary.org, 410-632-2600

DELMARVA HAND DANCE

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Tuesdays - Selbyville Elks Lodge 2173, 13324 Worcester Highway, Bishopville, 5:30-9:00 p.m. Show proof of vaccination or wear a mask. A picture on your phone of your vaccination card is acceptable. delmarvahanddance@gmail.com, https://delmarvahanddancing.com

Wed., Sept. 8 CRAFT TIME ‘SAND ART’

Worcester County Library - Ocean City Branch, 10003 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, 10:30-11:30 a.m. Featuring fun activities using sand art to create a masterpiece. For 2-5 year old children. www.worcesterlibrary.org, 410-6322600

OCEAN CITY BOOK OF THE MONTH: ‘PIONEERS’ BY DAVID MCCULLOUGH

Held via conference call, 6-6:30 p.m. Dial 605-472-5789 wait for voice command, then press 944874. Promoting weight loss and healthy lifestyle. Rose Campion, 443-880-8884.

Worcester County Library - Ocean City Branch, 10003 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, 2-3 p.m. Join the group each month for a lively discussion facilitated by Cher Grazier. Copies of the book are available at the Ocean City branch. www.worcesterlibrary.org, 410-6322600

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Mondays - Ocean Pines Community Center, 239 Ocean Parkway, 7:00-9:00 p.m. All ladies that love to sing invited. Contact Mary, 410-629-9383 or Carol Ludwig, 302-242-7062.

Tues., Sept. 7 FAITH-BASED PARTNERSHIP VIDEO CHAT

A cooperative effort between local worship centers and AGH to increase health awareness and education, 10-11 a.m. Contact Gail Mansell at 410-641-9725 or gmansell@atlanticgeneral.org for more information.

SANCTIONED BRIDGE GAMES TO START

Ocean Pines Community Center - Marlin Room, 235 Ocean Parkway, Ocean Pines, 10 a.m. The first week is free, but $7 thereafter. Masks are required. The group will try to get partners as needed. Charles Rouse, 410-600-0006, corski@aol.com; or Linda Rau, lindarau1@verizon.net

STORY TIME ‘FUN AT THE OCEAN’

Worcester County Library - Berlin Branch, 13 Harrison Ave., Berlin, 10:3011:30 a.m. Stories, songs and finger plays. Take-home activity included. For children ages 2-5 years. www.worcesterlibrary.org, 410-632-2600

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Join Dustin Pari as he examines the concept of time, challenges our understanding of the passing days and questions the way we measure our lives, 5:30-6:30 p.m. Register: www.worcesterlibrary.org under “Events.” 410-632-2600

Thurs., Sept. 9 SCHOOL IMMUNIZATION CLINIC

Worcester County Health Department Snow Hill, 6040 Public Landing Road, Snow Hill. Vaccines are provided free to all. Appointments: https://www.worcesterhealth.org/../184-immunizations. Info: www.marylandvax.org or 410-6321100, Ext. 2009.

FREE PINOCHLE CLASSES

Ocean City 50plus Center, 104 41st St., Ocean City, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Lunch can be purchased with advance notice. Info: Pat and Ed Lockett, 410-289-4725.

STORY TIME ‘TREES’

Worcester County Library - Snow Hill Branch, 307 N. Washington St., Snow Hill, 10:30-11:30 a.m. Join the group for stories, songs and rhymes. Take-home activity included. For 2-5 year old children. www.worcesterlibrary.org, 410632-2600

STORY TIME - ‘IF YOU GIVE A PIG A PANCAKE’

Worcester County Library - Ocean Pines Branch, 11107 Cathell Road, Berlin,

Meeting via Zoom, 1-3 p.m. Monthly gathering of local writers. Receive encouraging feedback from group participants. Register: www.worcesterlibrary.org under “Events.” 410-632-2600

ZUMBA FOR ALL LEVELS

Worcester County Library - Berlin Branch, 13 Harrison Ave., Berlin, 4:305:30 p.m. Join certified Zumba instructor Joyce Landsman for an hour of movement. These classes uplift and improve mood. Register: www.worcesterlibrary.org under “Events.” 410-632-2600

10TH ANNUAL SUMMER SHAKESPEARE TOUR

Sunset Park, 700 S. Philadelphia Ave., Ocean City, 7:30-11:59 p.m. Free, outdoor performance of the comedy “Much Ado About Nothing.” No tickets required. Social distancing through lawn seating, blankets and lawn chairs are welcome. http://www.brownboxtheatre.org, 443-808-1215

SNOW HILL FARMER’S MARKET

Thursdays through October - Sturgis Park Pavilion on the Pocomoke River, noon to 5 p.m.

ONGOING EVENTS NAO SANTA MARIA TOURS

The ship will dock at Third Street and the bay and will be open to the public through Sept. 5 from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. each day. Tickets cost $15 for adults, $5 for kids from 5-10 years old and free to those 4 years and younger. Family tickets cost $35 and include two adults and up to three kids that are 5-12 years old. The fourth child pays $5 for the family tickets. Tickets are available at the dock or by visiting www.naosantamaria.org.

SEEKING PICKLEBALL PLAYERS AND SPONSORS

Players, and especially sponsors, are being sought for the annual Pickleball Round Robin tournament, scheduled Oct. 1 at the Ocean Pines Racquet Center. Hosted by the Ocean Pines Pickleball Club, the tournament is part of a quartet of local “Pink Ribbon Classic” events raising money for cancer research. Entry fee is $35 by Sept. 27. Download an entry form or sponsorship form online at https://oceanpines.org/ documents/10184/1522417/Pickleball+Round+Robin+entry+and+sponsor+form.pdf, or contact Chris Shook at 443-614-1504 or cshook09@yahoo.com for more information.

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CITY COUNCIL BRIEFS Continued from Page 40 has been named to its President’s Honors List and the Dean’s List for spring.

Inducted Tiffany Hastings of Ocean City, was recently initiated into The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi, the nation’s oldest and most selective all-discipline collegiate honor society. Hastings was initiated at University of Maryland, Eastern Shore. Hastings is among approximately 30,000 students, faculty, professional staff and alumni to be initiated into Phi Kappa Phi each year. Membership is by invitation only and requires nomination and approval by a chapter. Only the top 10 percent of seniors and 7.5 percent of juniors are eligible for membership. Graduate students in the top 10 percent of the number of candidates for graduate degrees may also qualify, as do faculty, professional staff and alumni who have achieved scholarly distinction.

Earns degree The following area students earned degrees from Frostburg State University for the spring semester: Madison Doody, of Berlin, received a bachelor of science degree in liberal studies, and Hunter Morris, of Berlin, earned a bachelor of science degree in music.

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First Friday art openings Sept. 3 (Sept. 3, 2021) The Art League of Ocean City invites the public to a trio of free in-person First Friday art openings on Sept. 3, from 5-7 p.m. The Ocean City Center for the Arts on 94th Street, bayside, opens four new shows, with events also taking place at the Princess Royale Oceanfront and Coffee Beanery. The Thaler Gallery at the Arts Center exhibits the collective works of the Artists Exchange of Delaware, seven professional artists from Delmarva who share a contemporary focus. Exhibiting artists are Constance Costigan, Laura Hickman, Michael Krausz, Nina Mickelsen, Eileen Olson, Steve Rogers and G.W. Thompson. The exchange is a forum for sharing ideas and critiques through a camaraderie that makes for interesting elements of interdependency and collaboration. The “Artists Paint OC” plein air exhibit and wet paint sale continues in

To attend Nick Gordon of Berlin, will attend Clarkson University in Potsdam, New York, as a member of the Class of 2025. Gordon, who will be majoring in business studies, will begin studying at Clarkson in the fall.

The Galleria at the Arts Center through Sept. 25. Eileen Olson of Bethany Beach, who is also exhibiting as part of the Artists Exchange show, is featuring her abstract paintings in a solo exhibition in Studio E at the Arts Center in September. Olson, originally from Brooklyn, New York, and Northern Virginia, spent a 30-year career as a registered nurse and nurtured her talent with classes at The Brooklyn Museum and The Corcoran School of Art. Painter Jim Schaefer of Ambler, Pennsylvania, occupies the Spotlight Gallery at the Arts Center in September. Schaefer holds a BA in architecture and an MFA in fine arts from the University of Pennsylvania. His work is about water - the reflections of a windswept pond, the turbulence of ocean waves, the calm infinity of the ocean’s depths. Not surprising, his favorite medium is watercolor. Joan Danoff of Washington, D.C., brings her creative jewelry making to the Artisan Showcase at the Arts Center in September. Danoff handcrafts unique, modern, copper and sterling silver jewelry and offers her work extensively at craft shows throughout the East Coast region.

The First Friday receptions continue at two points in north Ocean City. The main lobby gallery at the Princess Royale Oceanfront, 9100 Coastal Hwy. continues an exhibit entitled “Memories of Ocean City Vacation” by painter Leo Kahl of Ocean View, Delaware. A second satellite gallery on 94th Street, located less than a block from the Arts Center at the Coffee Beanery, opens a show of Ocean City artist Bilbo. Bilbo, who attended Baltimore Junior College and the Maryland Institute of Art, is an ink painter, using Zen art at its highest expression with a thoughtful use of empty space and brush strokes. Refreshments at the Arts Center are sponsored by PKS Investments. All shows will be on display until Sept. 25. More information is available at www.ArtLeagueofOceanCity.org or by calling 410-524-9433. The Art League of Ocean City is a non-profit organization dedicated to bringing the visual arts to the community through education, exhibits, scholarship, programs and community art projects. Funding for this event is in part provided by the Worcester County Arts Council, Maryland State Arts Council and the National Endowment of the Arts, organizations dedicated to cultivating a vibrant cultural community where the arts thrive.

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Assault on north Russian port city Murmansk fizzles By Peter Ayers Wimbrow III Contributing Writer (Sept. 3, 2021) This week, 80 years ago, the assault on the northern Soviet port city of Murmansk by Armee Norwegen was beginning to lose steam. In addition to the three-pronged Axis attack on the Soviet Union by Armeegruppes North, Center and South, targeting, respectively, Leningrad, Moscow and Kyiv, the Axis also launched an offensive, in the far north, against Murmansk, above the Arctic Circle. Murmansk is located on the Kola Bay on the northern shore of the Kola Peninsula, seven miles from the Barents Sea, close to the Russian borders with Norway and Finland. It currently has a population of 300,000. With temperatures that range from an average low of 7 degrees in the winter, to an average high of 63 degrees in the summer, it is no wonder that the city has lost more than 150,000 inhabitants in the last 30 years. However, it remains the largest city north of the Arctic Circle. The city was founded in 1917 to provide the Russian Empire with an ice-free port in the western part of the country that would not be as easy for its enemies to blockade as the Baltic Ports and St. Petersburg. It served that function well and for that reason became a target of the Wehrmacht and the Finns. The other northern port, Arkhangelsk, 367 miles southeast of Murmansk, on the mouth of the Dvina River on the White Sea, was inaccessible during the winter months due to ice. The effort to capture Murmansk was known as Operation Silverfuchs (Silver Fox). Plans for Operation Silver Fox had been discussed amongst the Finnish and German staffs for months prior to the war. It was divided into three sub-operations. During Operation Renntier (Reindeer), which commenced on June 22, the Norwegian Mountain Corps, under the command of Gen. Edward Dietl, occupied the Petsamo area of Finland. The Corps consisted of the 2nd and 3rd Mountain Divisions under the command of Ernst Schlemmer and Hans Kreysing. Gen. Schlemmer’s 2nd Division occupied the area around Liinakhamari, while Gen. Kreysing’s 3rd Division occupied Luostari, which today has a population of 2,260. Liinakhamari, which today is a village of 475, was important because it was, at the time, Finland’s only ocean harbor. After the war it was incorporated into the Soviet Union and Finland lost its access to the ocean. The Petsamo area was important because of its nickle production. The balance of Silverfox was divided into two operations — Operation Platinfuchs

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ARIES – Mar 21/Apr 20 Aries, this week will challenge your flexibility. It’s possible you will have to change plans on the fly to accommodate developments at work or at home.

TAURUS – Apr 21/May 21 Taurus, rather than trying to figure out why everyone is acting as they are, accept things and go with the flow. You will be much happier for it.

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(Platinum Fox) and Polarfuchs (Arctic Fox). The Soviet Northern Front, commanded by Lt.-Gen Markian M. Popov, opposed the Axis attacks. Platinum Fox was launched on June 29. The attacking force consisted of the two German Mountain Divisions and the Finish Ivallo Border Guard Battalion, under the command of Gen. Dietl. Gen. Kreysing’s 3rd Division advanced in the north and in the first hours secured the neck of the Rybachy Peninsula, while Gen. Schlemmer’s 2nd Division penetrated Soviet lines at Titovka Valley and captured the bridge over the Titovka River. The Northern Front’s Fourteenth Army, commanded by Lt. Gen. Valerian A. Frolov, was headquartered in Murmansk. Gen. Frolov tasked Gen. Feodor Sabinev with meeting the Axis attack with 14th, 52nd, and Polyarnye Divisions. The Red Army was supported by the Soviet Northern Fleet, commanded by Rear-Adm. M. Dolinin, and based in Polyarnye, on the northern coast of the Kola Peninsula. Also based at Polyarnye was 72 Composite Aviation Regiment, whose most famous aviator was Boris Safonov. Before his death, on May 30, 1942, he would record 17 victories over the German invaders — 14 of them during the first three months of the war in an inferior I-16 - with his first coming just three days into the conflict. He had painted on one side of his plane “For Stalin” and on the other “Death to Fascism.” By the time of his death, he was a Hero of the Soviet Union — receiving the honor in September 1941 — and also a recipient of the Order of Lenin and three classes of the Order of the Red Banner.

After being shot down flying cover for Convoy PQ-16 in the Barents Sea, he was posthumously awarded a second Hero of the Soviet Union gold star, becoming the first person to receive it a second time. A monument was erected in his honor, on Aug. 19, 1945, in Aviagorpdok. Heavy Soviet counterattacks on July 7 halted the German advance. The German forces were then supplemented by a couple of SS Regiments and the offensive was resumed on Sept. 8, but made little progress in the face of determined Soviet resistance. On Sept. 21 the offensive was finally ended. In the meantime, to the south, Operation Polarfuchs had commenced on July 1. The attacking forces included German XXXVI Corps, under the command of Hans Feige; the SS Nord Division, under the command of Karl-Maria Demelhuber; Finnish III Corps, under the command of Lt.-Gen. Hjalmar Siilasvuo. The goal of Polar Fox was to capture the town of Kandalaksha. It too is located on the Kola Peninsula at its southern base. It currently has a population of just less than 40,000. But the railway from Murmansk, south, runs through the town. Gen. Frolov opposed the Axis attack with tanks and four rifle divisions. In August, Lt.-Gen. Popov’s Northern Front was divided into the Leningrad and Karelian Fronts. Gen. Frolov was promoted to Col.-Gen. and given command to the Karelian Front. Maj.-Gen. Roman Vavonovich Panin then assumed command of the Fourteenth Army. It took the Axis troops a week to capture the tiny border town of Sala which had been ceded to the Soviets by the Finns, following the Winter War. By mid-July, the German part of the offenContinued on Page 45

Leo, try to stay away from conflict this week; otherwise, you may be pulled in one direction or another. It is important to remain neutral, especially at work.

VIRGO – Aug 24/Sept 22 Virgo, don’t worry too much about what other people consider to be right and wrong. Stick to your ideals and you won’t be guided off course. You will find someone in your corner.

LIBRA – Sept 23/Oct 23 This is a great week to bring your mind into focus and set a firm plan for the next several months, Libra. Now is the time to make an important decision.

SCORPIO – Oct 24/Nov 22 Scorpio, if your emotions suddenly seem more intense, you may need to change your social circle and find one that aligns better with your point of view.

SAGITTARIUS – Nov 23/Dec 21 Strong forces may be working against you, Sagittarius. But you won’t let them derail your plans. Stay the course and things will work out just fine.

CAPRICORN – Dec 22/Jan 20 Capricorn, keep conversations light and away from any controversial topics as you meet new people in the days ahead. Let them take the lead in conversation.

AQUARIUS – Jan 21/Feb 18 There is a great deal of opportunity and potential to follow through on some major projects this week, Aquarius. It’s up to you whether you’re looking for work or fun.

PISCES – Feb 19/Mar 20 Pisces, this may be an eventful week marked by some disruptions to your normal routine. Stay calm in the face of conflict.

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WORLD WAR II Continued from Page 44 sive stalled, not having made much progress. The Finns, however, were making relatively good progress. The difference, of course, was their familiarity with: 1) the territory; 2) the climate and 3) the terrain. However, eventually, by mid-August the Finnish advance had also stalled in the face of heavy Soviet resistance. The German part of the offense had ended in September, while the Finns continued making progress until Nov. 17. The Germans had suffered heavy casualties while the Finns, as usual, had given far better than they got. The Finnish 3rd Division had killed 3,000 Soviets and captured 2,600. The Soviets, through the U.S., offered to return to the pre-Winter War borders, if the Finns would get out of the war, but seeing the great German victories, they declined. As a result, Great Britain declared war on them in December. The problem for the Germans was that they were not trained to operate in the Arctic terrain, nor in the northern forests. If the Germans had devoted sufficient numbers of properly trained and equipped soldiers to the task of capturing Murmansk, the outcome of the war might have been different. Vast quantities of weapons, food, vehicles and clothing were shipped, by the U.K. and U.S. to their Soviet ally through the two northern ports. On Oct. 7, 1944, the Fourteenth Army, now commanded by Maj.-Gen. Vladimir I. Shcherbakov, went over to the offensive and drove the Germans out of the area, capturing Petsamo within a week. The German commander, Lothar Rendulic, was tried as a war criminal at Nuremberg, and on Feb. 19, 1948, was convicted and sentenced to 20 years in prison, which was later commuted to 10 years. He was released after three years. Thirty years after that offensive, the monument to the Defenders of the Soviet Arctic during the Great Patriotic War was dedicated. It is a 116-foot Soviet soldier, mounted on a 23-foot high pedestal. The soldier wears a greatcoat, with a submachine gun slung over his shoulder. The only monument taller in Russia is that of Mother Russia on Maymaev Hill in Volgograd. The Unknown Soldier

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was buried there on May 9, 1975. On the 60th anniversary of the Fourteenth Army’s successful offensive, earth from the other 12 “Hero Cities” and a memorial plaque for each was installed in a wall at the base of the monument. On May 6, 1985 Murmansk and Smolensk joined Leningrad, Stalingrad, Sevastopol, Odessa, Kiev, Moscow, Kerch, Minsk, Tula, Novorayssisk as Hero Cities. Polyarny was named a “City of Military Glory” on May 5, 2008. Arkhangelsk, which currently has a population of 350,000, received the honor on Dec. 5, 2009. Next week: Siege of Leningrad Mr. Wimbrow writes from Ocean City, Maryland, where he practices law representing those persons accused of criminal and traffic offenses, and those persons who have suffered a personal injury through no fault of their own. He can be contacted at: wimbrowlaw@gmail.com.

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Duvall welcomed Reid Tingle, president and CEO of Bank of Ocean City, along with the Board of Directors, welcomes Kimberly Duvall, branch manager of the Berlin office, as the newest addition to their staff. Duvall joins Bank of Ocean City with over 13 years of banking management experience. Kimberly Duvall She brings with her a vast array of knowledge in banking and leadership and is committed to providing an outstanding customer experience. Duvall has relocated from New Jersey, were she worked for PNC and Unity Bank. She is looking forward to becoming active within her new local community, as she previously served Habitat for Humanity and the Rotary Club, in several volunteer rolls, while residing in New Jersey. Bank of Ocean City is a locallyowned, independent community bank. Established in 1916 and headquartered in West Ocean City, the bank has five offices; two in Ocean City, one in Ocean Pines, one in Berlin and a Delaware branch in Fenwick Island.

Joins AGH Endocrinology Specialist Patricia Morales, CRNP, has joined Atlantic General Health System from Nanticoke Physician Network’s Diabetes and Endocrinology Center, where she cared for patients with Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes, thyroid conditions, polycystic ovary synPatricia Morales drome and other endocrine conditions. In her new role with Atlantic General, she will focus on diabetic care and thyroid conditions. Morales has been a member of Delmarva’s medical community for more than nine years, with a background in diabetes and endocrinology as well as urgent care and family medicine. She received her Bachelor of Science in nursing at Salisbury University School of Nursing in 2006, subsequently working as an ER nurse at Peninsula Regional Medical Center while earning her Master of Science in nursing at Salisbury University and

her nurse practitioner certificate. Morales also holds a Bachelor of Science in biochemistry from Universidad de Santiago de Chile. She is board certified by the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners and is certified as a medical interpreter for Spanish speaking patients. Morales is currently accepting new patients at the Atlantic General Diabetes and Endocrinology Center. Appointments can be made by calling 410-208-9761.

Joins bank John W. Breda, president and CEO of The Bank of Delmarva, recently announced Dawn Wagner has joined the Bank as a vice president – business develo p m e n t officer/relationship manager. Wagner has 24 years of banking experience, including 15 years in commercial Dawn Wagner lending. She has served as a board member for the YMCA, the American Breast Cancer Foundation and Carson Scholars Fund. She and her husband, Steve, have resided in Maryland for over 50 years, where they raised their six children. They enjoy participating in fundraising activities to help support their local community and businesses.

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New location The Ocean Pines Chamber of Commerce has relocated its offices to 11047 Racetrack Road and will create more of a community-focused business center. With a private conference room, additional office space, Wi-Fi, information center, and open-door policy, the chamber hopes to provide a more formal temporary work space for those working from home or organizations in

need of meeting space. In addition, the Ocean Downs Casino and Racetrack Information Center will be a resource to area residents and visitors. For more information, call the Ocean Pines Chamber at 410-6415306 or email info@oceanpineschamber.org. The Ocean Pines Chamber of Commerce is a 501 (c) (6) nonprofit corporation comprised of area businesses organized to advance the general welfare and prosperity of the area so that its citizens and all areas of its business community shall prosper.

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Appointed Kate Patton, executive director of Lower Shore Land Trust, was recently appointed to the Chesapeake Executive Council - Citizens Advisory Committee by Gov. Larry Hogan. This multi-state council aims to provide policy direction for the restoration and protection of the Chesapeake Bay. PatKate Patton ton has served as the executive director of the Lower Shore Land Trust since 2006. Lower Shore Land Trust protects and restores natural resources, wildlife habitat and working lands to support and connect healthy and vibrant communities. She has led fundraising efforts, nonprofit administration, land conservation, stewardship, marketing, and public education for the organization.

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SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEES’ SALE OF VALUABLE FEE SIMPLE DWELLING 2502 Worcester Highway, Pocomoke City, MD 21851 Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in a certain Purchase Money Deed of Trust from Jeffrey Young, dated June 11, 2010, and recorded in Liber 5499, folio 230, among the Land Records of Worcester County, Maryland, as modified, default having occurred under the terms thereof, and at the request of the parties secured thereby, the undersigned Substitute Trustees will offer for sale at public auction at the Circuit Court for Worcester County, Courthouse Door, Snow Hill, MD on Monday, September 13, 2021 AT 11:00 AM All that lot of ground and the improvements thereon SITUATED IN Worcester County, Maryland and more fully described in the aforesaid Purchase Money Deed of Trust. The property is believed to be improved by a Rancher style dwelling believed to contain three bedrooms, two baths, central air conditioning, two fireplaces, a rear deck, and a two-car driveway. The property address is 2502 Worcester Highway, Pocomoke City, MD 21851. Said property is in fee simple and is sold in an “as is condition” and subject to all covenants, conditions, liens, restrictions, easements, rightsof-way as may affect same, if any, and with no warranty of any kind. Terms of Sale: A deposit of $13,000.00 will be required of the purchaser, other than the Holder of the Note or its assigns, at the time of sale, such deposit to be in cash or certified check, or other form acceptable to the Substitute Trustees, in their sole discretion. Balance of the purchase price is to be paid in cash within ten (10) days of the final ratification of sale by the Circuit Court for Worcester County. If payment of the balance does not take place within ten (10) days of ratification, the deposit may be forfeited or property may be resold at the risk and expense of the defaulting purchaser. The defaulting purchaser shall not be entitled to any surplus proceeds or profits resulting from any resale of the property. Interest to be paid on unpaid purchase money at the rate pursuant to the deed of trust note from date of sale to date funds are received in the office of the Substitute Trustees in the event the property is purchased by someone rather than the note holder. In the event settlement is delayed for any reason, including, but not limited to, exceptions to the sale, bankruptcy filings by interested parties, or court administration of the foreclosure, there shall be no abatement of interest.

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Ocean City Today / Public Notices Taxes, ground rent, water, condominium fees and/or homeowner association dues, all public charges, assessments payable on an annual basis, including sanitary and/or metropolitan district charges and front foot benefit charges, if applicable, to be adjusted for the current year to date of sale and assumed thereafter by the purchaser. Cost of all documentary stamps, transfer taxes and settlement expenses shall be borne by the purchaser. Purchaser shall be responsible for obtaining physical possession of the property. Purchaser assumes the risk of loss or damage to the property from the date of sale forward. If the Substitute Trustees are unable to convey good and marketable title, the purchaser’s sole remedy in law or equity shall be limited to the refund of the deposit. Upon refund of the deposit, this sale shall be void and of no effect, and the purchaser shall have no further claims against the Substitute Trustees. NOTE: The information contained herein was obtained from sources deemed to be reliable, but is offered for informational purposes only. Neither the auctioneer, the beneficiary of the Deed of Trust, the Substitute Trustees nor their agents or attorneys make any representations or warranties with respect to the accuracy of information. PROSPECTIVE PURCHASERS ARE URGED TO PERFORM THEIR OWN DUE DILIGENCE WITH RESPECT TO THE PROPERTY PRIOR TO THE FORECLOSURE AUCTION. For additional information, please contact the Substitute Trustees. Stephanie H. Hurley and Scott R. Robinson, Substitute Trustees Tidewater Auctions, LLC 410-825-2900 www.tidewaterauctions.com Ad #74840 OCD-8/26/3t _________________________________ BWW Law Group, LLC 6003 Executive Blvd., Suite 101 Rockville, MD 20852 (301) 961-6555

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OF REAL PROPERTY AND ANY IMPROVEMENTS THEREON 709 GULF STREAM DR. OCEAN CITY, MD 21842 Under a power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust dated August 12, 2019, recorded in Liber 7617, Folio 476 among the Land Records of Worcester County, MD, with an original principal balance of $242,997.00, 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 14, 2021 AT 3:30 PM ALL THAT FEE SIMPLE LOT OF GROUND, together with any buildings or improvements thereon lo-

cated 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 $24,000 in the form of certified check, cashier's check or money order will be required of the purchaser at time and place of sale. Balance of the purchase price, together with interest on the unpaid purchase money at the current rate contained in the Deed of Trust Note from the date of sale to the date funds are received by the Sub. Trustees, payable in cash within ten days of final ratification of the sale by the Circuit Court. There will be no abatement of interest due from the purchaser in the event additional funds are tendered before settlement. TIME IS OF THE ESSENCE FOR THE PURCHASER. Adjustment of 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 of the status of the loan with the loan servicer including, but not limited to, determination of whether the borrower entered into any repayment agreement, reinstated or paid off the loan prior to the sale. In any such event, this sale shall be null and void, and the Purchaser's sole remedy, in law or equity, shall be the return of the deposit without interest. If purchaser fails to settle within ten days of ratification, subject to order of court, purchaser agrees that property will be resold and entire deposit retained by Sub. Trustees as liquidated damages for all losses occasioned by the purchaser's default and purchaser shall have no further liability. The defaulted purchaser shall not be entitled to any surplus proceeds resulting from said resale even if such surplus results from improvements to the property by said defaulted purchaser. 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. BIDDERS ARE STRONGLY ENCOURAGED TO FOLLOW CDC GUIDANCE AND WEAR A COVER OVER BOTH

NOSE AND MOUTH AND PRACTICE SOCIAL DISTANCING AT THE AUCTION. (Matter No. 348369-1) PLEASE CONSULT WWW.ALEXCOOPER.COM FOR STATUS OF UPCOMING SALES Howard N. Bierman, Carrie M. Ward, et. al., Substitute Trustees ALEX COOPER AUCTS, INC. 908 YORK RD., TOWSON, MD 21204 410-828-4838 www.alexcooper.com OCD-8/26/3t _________________________________ JAMES E. CLUBB, JR., ESQ. 108 N. 8th Street Ocean City, Maryland 21842

TRUSTEE'S SALE

OF TIME-SHARE INTERVALS IN THE OCEAN TIME CONDOMINIUM OCEAN CITY, MARYLAND By virtue of a Claim of Lien recorded among the Land Records of Worcester County, Maryland, and pursuant to the Order of the Circuit Court for Worcester County, Maryland, Case No. C-23-CV-21-000124, the undersigned Trustee will offer for sale at public auction at the Ocean Time Condominium building located at 13 136th Street, Ocean City, MD 21842, the following described property located in the Town of Ocean City, in the Tenth Election District of Worcester County, Maryland, on FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 3, 2021 AT 9:00 A.M. Units

Time Intervals

102 102 104 201 203 203 204 205 206 206 301 401 401 402 402 406 501 502 503 504

4 15 10 4 19 40 38 12 2 51 40 49 52 40 41 10 11 52 22 15

Each time interval being one week per year of the corresponding unit, each unit being part of the Ocean Time Condominium as established pursuant to a Condominium Declaration and By-Laws recorded among the Land Records of Worcester County, Maryland, and subsequent Time-Share Instruments as to each condominium unit, and recorded among the aforesaid Land Records. The property will be sold in an as is condition and subject to conditions, restrictions and agreements of record affecting the same, if any, and with no warranties or guarantees. A

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secured party may bid and shall be excused from deposit requirements. The Trustee reserves the right to reject any and all bids. Terms of Sale: A deposit in the full amount of sale per time interval will be required at the time of sale, such deposit to be in cash or check. Cost of all recordation and transfer taxes and all other incidental settlement costs shall be borne by the purchaser. The date of settlement shall be fifteen (15) days after final ratification by the Circuit Court for Worcester County, Maryland, time being of the essence; otherwise, the deposit will be forfeited and the property will be resold at the risk and expense of the defaulting purchaser, or in any manner designated by the Trustee; or, without forfeiting deposit, the Seller may exercise any of its legal or equitable rights against the defaulting purchaser. For more information, call: James E. Clubb, Jr., Esq. Trustee 410-289-2323 OCD-8/19/3t _________________________________ ROBERT L. MARVEL JR., ESQ. 108 EAST MARKET STREET SALISBURY, MD 21801

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OF APPOINTMENT NOTICE TO CREDITORS NOTICE TO UNKNOWN HEIRS Estate No. 18560 TO ALL PERSONS INTERESTED IN THE ESTATE OF NATALIE E. BUCHNESS Notice is given that Alec Buchness, 2709 Bradfordt Drive, West Melbourne, FL 32904 and John A. Buchness, 5067 Cooper Road, Eden, MD 21822, were on August 13, 2021 appointed Personal Representative of the estate of Natalie E. Buchness who died on November 22, 2020, with a will. Further information can be obtained by reviewing the estate file in the office of the Register of Wills or by contacting the personal representative or the attorney. All persons having any objection to the appointment (or to the probate of the decedent’s will) shall file their objections with the Register of Wills on or before the 13th day of February, 2022. Any person having a claim against the decedent must present the claim to the undersigned personal representative or file it with the Register of Wills with a copy to the undersigned on or before the earlier of the following dates: (1) Six months from the date of the decedent’s death, except if the decedent died before October 1, 1992, nine months from the date of the decedent’s death; or (2) Two months after the personal representative mails or otherwise delivers to the creditor a copy of this published notice or other written notice, notifying the creditor that the claim will be barred unless the creditor presents the claims within two months from the mailing or other delivery of the notice. A claim not presented or filed on or before that date, or any extension provided by law, is unenforceable thereafter. Claim forms may be obtained from the Reg-

ister of Wills. Alec Buchness John A. Buchness Personal Representatives 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 19, 2021 OCD-8/19/3t _________________________________

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OF INTRODUCTION OF EMERGENCY BILL 21-1 WORCESTER COUNTY COMMISSIONERS Take Notice that Emergency Bill 21-1 (Electrical Standards – Licensing requirements) was introduced by Commissioners Bertino, Bunting, Elder, Mitrecic, Nordstrom, and Purnell on August 17, 2021. A fair summary of the bill is as follows: § BR 2-208(a). (Adds two new subparagraphs to the Building Regulations Article to provide eligibility requirements for an individual who held a valid Worcester County license as an electrician general as of June 30, 2021 to apply to test to qualify as a master electrician in accordance with the provisions of § BR 2-210 hereof, and upon passage thereof be issued a Master Electrician License retroactive to June 30, 2021, provided certain criterion are met; establishes criterion that the individual must have been actively engaged in the provision of electrical services while holding a valid electrician general license in Worcester County for at least seven years preceding the taking of such test, with consideration for training in a technical school or college or the active engagement in the provision of electrical services while under the direct supervision of a duly licensed master electrician to count for equivalent years of experience; and the individual must have been in good standing, without any complaints filed in Worcester County within the preceding seven years; establishes a notification and application period prior to the administration of the test.) § BR 2-214(a). (Repeals and reenacts the license expiration provisions to state that all licenses, except electrician limited licenses, shall expire on December 31, 2021 and have no future force or effect other than when used to obtain any particular class of electrical license provided for and issued by the State Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation pursuant to state law and regulation.) A Public Hearing will be held on Emergency Bill 21-1 at the Commissioners’ Meeting Room, Room 1101 – Government Center, One West Market Street, Snow Hill, Maryland at a Special Legislative Session on Tuesday, Sep-

tember 7, 2021 at 10:45 a.m. This is only a fair summary of the bill. A full copy of the bill is posted on the Legislative Bulletin Board in the main hall of the Worcester County Government Center outside Room 1103, and is available for public inspection in Room 1103 of the Worcester County Government Center. In addition, a full copy of the bill is available on the County Website at www.co.worcester.md.us. THE WORCESTER COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OCD-8/26/2t _________________________________

NOTICE

OF PASSAGE OF BILL 21-7 WORCESTER COUNTY COMMISSIONERS Take Notice that Bill 21-7 (Zoning – Agritourism) was passed by Commissioners Elder, Mitrecic, Nordstrom and Purnell on August 17, 2021. A fair summary of the bill is as follows: § ZS 1-103(b). (Repeals the definition for “agritainment facility” in the Zoning and Subdivision Control Article.) § ZS 1-103(b). (Adds the definition for “agricultural alcohol production” in the Zoning and Subdivision Control Article to describe an activity that is carried out by a license holder as defined in Section § 1-101 of the Annotated Code of the State of Maryland, Alcoholic Beverage Article, as may be amended from time to time, which occurs on a farm which is zoned as either A-1 or A-2 Agricultural District, and is related to the manufacture, packaging, storage, distribution, promotion, sale or tasting of alcoholic beverages that use any portion of ingredients produced on the farm.) § ZS 1-103(b). (Adds the definition for “agritourism” in the Zoning and Subdivision Control Article to describe farm enterprise wherein activities are conducted on a working farm and offered to the public for the purpose of recreation, education, or active involvement in the farm operation and for promotion of farm products and traditional rural living. These activities must be related to agriculture, natural resources or traditional rural living and be incidental to the primary operation of the site as a farm. The term includes but is not limited to farm tours; pumpkin hunts; hay rides; crop mazes; hay tunnels; petting, feeding and viewing of farm animals; horse or pony rides; farm equipment rides; festivals; informational displays or activities; classes or demonstrations related to agricultural products or skills; and agricultural alcohol production including packaging, storage, distribution, tastings and sales.) § ZS 1-201(c)(9). (Repeals the special exception use for agritainment facilities in the A-1 Agricultural District and replaces it with an agritourism facility as a special exception use; establishes a maximum use area of thirty percent of the gross acreage of a lot or parcel for agritourism uses and structures; establishes general lot requirements; allows a maximum of four festivals

SEPTEMBER 3, 2021 per year as an event conducted at an agritourism facility for up to three consecutive days for the purpose of promoting products grown on the farm or farm- related education or recreation; sets restrictions on hours of outdoor amplified entertainment or music; and prohibits overnight events.) § ZS 1-201(c)(10). (Repeals the special exception use for wineries in the A-1 Agricultural District.) § ZS 1-202(c)(9). (Repeals the special exception use for agritainment facilities in the A-2 Agricultural District and replaces it with an agritourism facility as a special exception use; establishes a maximum use area of thirty percent of the gross acreage of a lot or parcel for agritourism uses and structures; establishes general lot requirements; allows a maximum of four festivals per year as an event conducted at an agritourism facility for up to three consecutive days for the purpose of promoting products grown on the farm or farm- related education or recreation; sets restrictions on hours of outdoor amplified entertainment or music; and prohibits overnight events.) § ZS 1-202(c)(10). (Repeals the special exception use for wineries in the A-2 Agricultural District.) § ZS 1-320(a). (Retitles the offstreet parking requirements for “agritainment and winery facilities” to “agritourism facilities”.) This bill becomes effective fortyfive (45) days from the date of its passage. This is only a fair summary of the bill. A full copy of the bill is posted on the Legislative Bulletin Board in the main hall of the Worcester County Government Center outside Room 1103, is available for public inspection in Room 1103 of the Worcester County Government Center and is available on the County Website at www.co.worcester.md.us. THE WORCESTER COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OCD-8/26/3t _________________________________

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Request for Proposals Opioid Treatment Program (OTP) Expansion Worcester County Health Department The Worcester County Local Behavioral Health Authority (WCLBHA), an agency of the Worcester County Health Department, seeks an Opioid Treatment Program (OTP) provider for the purpose of hiring Peer Recovery Specialists in Worcester County, Maryland. The provider must be approved as a licensed and accredited behavioral health provider under COMAR 10.63 Community Based Behavioral Health Programs and Services, and licensed under COMAR 10.63.03.19 with an office in Worcester County, Maryland. This grant is to support staff salary for a peer support specialist, training costs to support certification through the Maryland Addiction and Behavioral Health Professionals Certification Board

SEPTEMBER 3, 2021 (MABPCB), equipment needs for the peer support specialist, and travel related expenses. This grant will assist with the expansion of Peer Recovery Specialists position within OTPs and simultaneously expand the Peer Recovery Specialist Workforce in Worcester County, Maryland. Grant funds are provided through the "COVID-19 Supplemental -Substance Abuse Block Grant awarded to the State of Maryland" by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA). The Worcester County Local Behavioral Health Authority requests participation through June 30, 2023. Proposals will be accepted by the Office of the County Commissioners until Monday, September 27, 2021 at 1:00 PM. One (1) original, and five (5) copies should be in a sealed envelope marked "OTP Peer Expansion" in the lower left comer of the envelope addressed and mailed or hand carried to: Office of the County Commissioners ATTN: Mr. Weston Young, Chief Administrative Officer Worcester County Government Center One West Market Street, Room 1103 Snow Hill, MD 21863 A pre-proposal conference will be held virtually through Google Meets, on Monday, September 8, 2021 at 9:00am. Please contact Karen Waggoner to request being added to the virtual invitation. All contact regarding this Request for Proposals (RFP) should be directed to Karen Waggoner at 410632-1100, Ext. 1146 or karen.waggonerl@maryland.gov Thank you for your interest. OCD-8/26/2t _________________________________

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OF PUBLIC HEARING WORCESTER COUNTY BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS AGENDA

THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 9, 2021 Pursuant to the provisions of the Worcester County Zoning Ordinance, notice is hereby given that a public hearing will be held in-person before the Board of Zoning Appeals for Worcester County, in the Board Room (Room 1102) on the first floor of the Worcester County Government Center, One West Market Street, Snow Hill, Maryland. 6:30 p.m. Case No. 21-45, on the application of T. Garvey Heiderman, on the lands of Village Greens Enterprises Limited, requesting a second and final year special exception (transient use) to allow compost operations of restaurant food waste in the A-1 Agricultural District pursuant to Zoning Code Sections ZS 1-105(c)(5), ZS 1-116(c)(3) and ZS 1-337, located at 11923 St. Martins Neck Road, approximately 430 feet west of Industrial Park Road, Tax Map 10, Parcel 280, in the Fifth Tax District of Worcester County, Maryland.

Ocean City Today / Public Notices 6:35 p.m. Case No. 21-47, on the application of Mark Cropper, Esq., on the lands of Richard Toth, requesting a variance to reduce the Ordinance prescribed front yard setback from 50 feet from a minor collector highway to 15 feet (an encroachment of 35 feet) associated with a proposed addition to a single-family dwelling in the R-3 Multi-Family Residential District, pursuant to Zoning Code Sections ZS 1-116(c)(4), ZS 1207(b)(2), ZS 1-305(b)(2)B and ZS 1326, located at 13011 Old Bridge Road (MD Route 707) approximately 187 feet west of Martha’s Landing Road, Tax Map 27, Parcel 236, Lot 15, in the Tenth Tax District of Worcester County, Maryland. 6:40 p.m. Case No. 21-48, on the application of Mark Cropper, Esq., on the lands of Eric & Mendi Smith, requesting a variance to exceed the allowable 125 feet channelward extension of a waterfront structure by 74 feet for a proposed pier extending 199 feet, pursuant to Natural Resources Article NR 2-102(e)(1), Zoning Code Sections ZS 1-116(n)(2) and ZS 1-215(d)(4), located southeast of the terminus of Daye Girls Road, Tax Map 9, Parcel 166, Lot B, in the Fifth Tax District of Worcester County, Maryland. 6:45 p.m. Case No. 21-42, on the application of Hugh Cropper, IV, Esq., on the lands of Stephen & Sandra Hadley, requesting a variance to the Ordinance Prescribed rear yard setback from 30 feet to 19.46 feet (an encroachment of 10.54 feet) and a variance to the front yard setback of 50 feet to the center of the road right-ofway to 44.7 feet (an encroachment of 5.3 feet), associated with a proposed single family dwelling, in the R-2 Suburban Residential District, pursuant to Zoning Code Sections ZS 1116(c)(4), ZS 1-206(b)(2), and ZS 1-305 located on the south side of Snug Harbor Road, approximately 406 feet east of Meadow Drive, Tax Map 33, Parcel 346, Section A, Lot 9 in the Tenth Tax District of Worcester County, Maryland. 6:50 p.m. Case No. 21-43, on the application of Hugh Cropper, IV Esq., on the lands of William & Amy Romeo, requesting a variance to reduce the rear yard setback from 30 feet to 15.3 feet (an encroachment of 14.7 feet) and a variance to reduce the front yard setback from 50 feet from the center of the road right-of-way, to 45.4 feet (an encroachment of 4.6 feet), associated with a proposed single family dwelling, in the R-2 Suburban Residential District pursuant to Zoning Code Zoning Code Sections ZS 1-116(c)(4), ZS 1-206(b)(2), and ZS 1-305 located on the south side of Snug Harbor Road, approximately 688 feet east of Meadow Drive, Tax Map 33, Parcel 346, Lot 14 in the Tenth Tax District of Worcester County, Maryland. 6:55 p.m. Case No. 21-41, on the application of Hugh Cropper, IV Esq., on the lands of Robert & Pamela Drocella, requesting a variance to the Atlantic Coastal Bays Critical Area Ordinance to exceed the allowable 100

feet tidal wetland crossing by 24 feet for a proposed 3 foot by 124 foot walkway over tidal wetlands, pursuant to Natural Resources Section NR 3-125(b)(1) and Zoning Code Section ZS 1-116(m)(1), located at 6112 South Point Road, approximately 616 feet west of South Point Drive, Tax Map 50, Parcel 34, Block F, Lot 25A, of the Bay Shores subdivision, in the Tenth Tax District of Worcester County, Maryland. 7:00 p.m. Case No. 21-49, on the application of Hugh Cropper, IV, Esq., on the lands of Kathleen Clark, requesting a variance to the Ordinance prescribed front yard setback from 25 feet to 0 feet (an encroachment of 25 feet) and a variance to the Ordinance prescribed rear yard setback from 30 feet to 6 feet (an encroachment of 24 feet) associated with a proposed single-family dwelling and accessory apartment in the R-3 Multi-Family Residential District, pursuant to Zoning Code Sections ZS 1-116(c)(4), ZS 1-207(b)(2), and ZS 1305, located on Golf Course Road approximately 170 feet south of Townsend Road, Tax Map 27, Parcel 301, Lot 20, in the Tenth Tax District of Worcester County, Maryland. 7:05 p.m. Case No. 21-50, on the application of Hugh Cropper, IV, Esq., on the lands of Kathleen Clark, requesting a variance to the Ordinance prescribed front yard setback from 25 feet to 0 feet (an encroachment of 25 feet) and a variance to the Ordinance prescribed rear yard setback from 30 feet to 6 feet (an encroachment of 24 feet) associated with a proposed single-family dwelling and accessory apartment in the R-3 Multi-Family Residential District, pursuant to Zoning Code Sections ZS 1-116(c)(4), ZS 1-207(b)(2), and ZS 1305, located on Golf Course Road approximately 170 feet south of Townsend Road, Tax Map 27, Parcel 301, Lot 21, in the Tenth Tax District of Worcester County, Maryland. 7:10 p.m. Case No. 21-51, on the application of Hugh Cropper, IV, Esq., on the lands of Kathleen Clark, requesting a variance to the Ordinance prescribed front yard setback from 25 feet to 0 feet (an encroachment of 25 feet) and a variance to the Ordinance prescribed rear yard setback from 30 feet to 6 feet (an encroachment of 24 feet) associated with a proposed single-family dwelling and accessory apartment in the R-3 Multi-Family Residential District, pursuant to Zoning Code Sections ZS 1-116(c)(4), ZS 1-207(b)(2), and ZS 1305, located on Golf Course Road approximately 170 feet south of Townsend Road, Tax Map 27, Parcel 302, Lot 22, in the Tenth Tax District of Worcester County, Maryland. 7:15 p.m. Case No. 21-52, on the application of Hugh Cropper, IV, Esq., on the lands of Kathleen Clark, requesting a variance to the Ordinance prescribed front yard setback from 25 feet to 0 feet (an encroachment of 25 feet) and a variance to the Ordinance prescribed rear yard setback from 30 feet to 6 feet (an encroachment of 24 feet) associated with a proposed single-family dwelling and

PAGE 53 accessory apartment in the R-3 Multi-Family Residential District, pursuant to Zoning Code Sections ZS 1-116(c)(4), ZS 1-207(b)(2), and ZS 1305, located on Golf Course Road approximately 170 feet south of Townsend Road, Tax Map 27, Parcel 302, Lot 23, in the Tenth Tax District of Worcester County, Maryland 7:20 p.m. Case No. 21-53, on the application of Hugh Cropper, IV, Esq., on the lands of Kathleen Clark, requesting a variance to the Ordinance prescribed front yard setback from 25 feet to 0 feet (an encroachment of 25 feet) and a variance to the Ordinance prescribed rear yard setback from 30 feet to 6 feet (an encroachment of 24 feet) associated with a proposed single-family dwelling and accessory apartment in the R-3 Multi-Family Residential District, pursuant to Zoning Code Sections ZS 1-116(c)(4), ZS 1-207(b)(2), and ZS 1305, located on Golf Course Road approximately 170 feet south of Townsend Road, Tax Map 27, Parcel 307, Lot 24, in the Tenth Tax District of Worcester County, Maryland 7:25 p.m. Case No. 21-54, on the application of Hugh Cropper, IV, Esq., on the lands of Kathleen Clark, requesting a variance to the Ordinance prescribed front yard setback from 25 feet to 0 feet (an encroachment of 25 feet) and a variance to the Ordinance prescribed rear yard setback from 30 feet to 6 feet (an encroachment of 24 feet) associated with a proposed single-family dwelling and accessory apartment in the R-3 Multi-Family Residential District, pursuant to Zoning Code Sections ZS 1-116(c)(4), ZS 1-207(b)(2), and ZS 1305, located on Golf Course Road approximately 170 feet south of Townsend Road, Tax Map 27, Parcel 307, Lot 25, in the Tenth Tax District of Worcester County, Maryland 7:30 p.m. Case No. 21-55, on the application of Hugh Cropper, IV, Esq., on the lands of Kathleen Clark, requesting a variance to the Ordinance prescribed front yard setback from 25 feet to 0 feet (an encroachment of 25 feet) and a variance to the Ordinance prescribed rear yard setback from 30 feet to 6 feet (an encroachment of 24 feet) associated with a proposed single-family dwelling and accessory apartment in the R-3 Multi-Family Residential District, pursuant to Zoning Code Sections ZS 1-116(c)(4), ZS 1-207(b)(2), and ZS 1305, located on Golf Course Road approximately 170 feet south of Townsend Road, Tax Map 27, Parcel 307, Lot 26, in the Tenth Tax District of Worcester County, Maryland ADMINISTRATIVE MATTERS OCD-8/26/2t _________________________________

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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, September 9, 2021 at 6:00 PM Pursuant to the provisions of Section 110-93(2), Powers, of the Code, an appeal has been filed pursuant to the provisions of Section 110-94(5)

requesting a special use exception to allow outdoor display of merchandise incidental to the on-premise use. The site of the appeal is described as Lot 1, Block 116, of the Isle of Wight Plat, further described as located on the west side of Coastal Highway on the north side of 67th Street, and locally known as the Kite Loft, 6701 Coastal Highway Unit 13, in the Town of Ocean City, Maryland. APPLICANT: KITE LOFT – (BZA 2600 #21-09400010) 6:10 PM Pursuant to the provisions of Section 110-93(2), Powers, of the Code, an appeal has been filed pursuant to the provisions of Section 110-94(3)(a) requesting a special yard exception to construct an aluminum silver top awning within 10’ of the adjacent mobile home. The site of the appeal is zoned MH, Mobile Home, Zoning District, and described as Lot 130 1750 SH, Sundowner Park; further described as located on the south side 135th Street, and known locally as 109 135th Street, in the Town of Ocean City, Maryland. APPLICANT: BRAD DAVIES (BZA 2601 #21-09400011) 6:20 PM Pursuant to the provisions of Sec-

tion 110-93(3), Powers, of the Code, an appeal has been filed pursuant to the provisions of Section 110-95(1)(a) requesting a variance to the side yard setback to install an elevator shaft for handicap accessibility; also an appeal has been filed pursuant to the provisions of Section 30553(8)(h)(iii) requesting a variance to the two-foot, six-inch landscape area required to be provided along adjacent properties and public alleyways. The site of the appeal is described as Lot 3A, between 84th and 85th Streets, of the Sand Castle TH Plat; further described as located on the west side of Atlantic Avenue between 84th and 85th Street, and locally known as 8405A Atlantic Avenue, in the Town of Ocean City, Maryland. APPLICANT: JOSEPH M. MITRECIC – (BZA 2602 #2109500016) 6:30 PM Pursuant to the provisions of Section 110-93(2), Powers, of the Code, an appeal has been filed pursuant to the provisions of Section 110-94(3)(a) requesting a special yard exception for a new mobile home to be within 10’ of the adjacent mobile homes in reference to Section 110-422(1)(i). The site of the appeal is zoned MH, Mobile Home, Zoning District, and described as Lot 14B S A 2500 SH, in the Warren’s Park Co-Op Plat; further described as located on the west side of Coastal Highway, and known locally as 20 Bay Overlook Lane, in the Town of Ocean City, Maryland. APPLICANT: WILLIAM LITZ (BZA 2603 #21-09400012) Further information concerning the public hearings may be examined in the office of the Department of Planning and Community Development in City Hall. Alfred Harrison, Chairman Maureen Howarth, Attorney OCD-8/26/2t _________________________________

SEPTEMBER 3, 2021 3890A-1 in the Town of Ocean City, Maryland. OWNER: MICHAEL LAMDIN APPLICANT: PRISTINE PERMITTING, LLC PW 21-100 A request has been submitted to install one boat lift with associated pilings, maximum channelward extension 33’. The site of the proposed construction is described as being located at 715 PENGUIN DR Parcel # 4481 -45 in the Town of Ocean City, Maryland. OWNER: TIMOTHY LYNCH APPLICANT: MCGINTY MARINE CONSTRUCTION PW 21-101 A request has been submitted to install one boat lift with all associated pilings, maximum channelward extension 22’. The site of the proposed construction is described as being located at 10624 PINE NEEDLE RD Parcel # 1704A-61 in the Town of Ocean City, Maryland. OWNER: MARK WAREHIME APPLICANT: PRISTINE PERMITTING, LLC. PW 21-102 A request has been submitted to install one boatlift with four associated poles, maximum channelward extension of 13’. The site of the proposed construction is described as being located at 205 125TH ST UNIT D228 Parcel # 6060A-228 in the Town of Ocean City, Maryland. OWNER: KAREN AUMEN & ROBERT MERREL APPLICANT: PRISTINE PERMITTING, LLC. PW 21-103 A request has been submitted to install one boat lift with associated pilings, maximum channelward extension 20’. The site of the proposed construction is described as being located at 737 MOORING RD UNIT C Parcel # 9433 -142C in the Town of Ocean City, Maryland. OWNER: KEVIN & MARY ELLEN HAWKE APPLICANT: PRISTINE PERMITTING, LLC. OCD-8/26/2t _________________________________ JAMES E. CLUBB JR., ESQ. 108 N. 8TH ST. OCEAN CITY, MD 21842

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OCEAN CITY TODAY Legal Advertising Call NANCY MACCUBBIN 410-723-6397, Fax: 410-723-6511 or E-mail: legals@oceancitytoday.net

Pursuant to the provisions of Chapter 106, ”Waterways,” Article II – “Shoreline Development” of the Code of the Town of Ocean City, Maryland, hereinafter referred to as the Code, same being the Port Wardens Ordinance of Ocean City, Maryland, notice is hereby given that public hearings will be conducted in the Council Chambers of City Hall located at 301 Baltimore Avenue, Ocean City, Maryland. Thursday, September 9, 2021 At 2:00 p.m. PW 21-091 A request has been submitted to install one boat lift with associated pilings maximum channelward extension of 13’. The site of the proposed construction is described as being located at 11618 SEAWARD RD UNIT 1 Parcel #

NOTICE

TO CREDITORS OF APPOINTMENT OF FOREIGN PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE ESTATE NO. 18863 Notice is given that the County Fiduciary Supervisor Court of Berkley County, WV appointed Kathy A. Sampson, 107 Whitney Way, Martinsburg, WV 25401 as the Executrix of the Estate of Kathleen V. Corbin who died on December 05, 2020 domiciled in West Virginia, USA. The Maryland resident agent for service of process is James E. Clubb Jr. whose address is 108 8th Street, Ocean City, MD 21842. 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

SEPTEMBER 3, 2021 the earlier of the following dates: (1) Six months from the date of the decedent’s death, except if the decedent died before October 1, 1992, nine months from the date of the decedent’s death; or (2) Two months after the foreign personal representative mails or delivers to the creditor a copy of this published notice or other written notice, notifying the creditor that the claim will be barred unless the creditor presents the claim within two months from the mailing or other delivery of the notice. Claims filed after that date or after a date extended by law will be barred. Kathy A. Sampson 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 26, 2021 OCD-8/26/3t _________________________________ FAMILY COURT FOR THE STATE OF DELAWARE

NOTICE

OF FAMILY COURT PROTECTION FROM ABUSE ACTION TO: Cindy Taylor-Lynch, Respondent Petitioner, Alex Lynch has filed a Petition for an Order of Protection From Abuse against you in the Family Court of the State of Deleware for Sussex County. Petition #21-16981. A PFA proceeding has been scheduled for 09/14/2021 at 10:00 a.m. This is a mandatory court proceeding which will be held using Zoom platform. Please contact the court immediately to provide your telephone number and email address at https://courts.delaware.gov/family/re motehearing.aspx or call 302-8557440. If you fail to participate, then a default PFA order may be issued against you. There is an Ex-Parte Order in effect. If you wish to obtain information on this filing prior to the hearing, please respond to the Family Court location noted above. OCD-9/2/1t _________________________________

NOTICE

OF APPLICATION FOR ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE LICENSE Application has been made by the Undersigned for a Class: "D" BEERWINE License: 7 Day, By: Chelsea B. Remines, 8241 Stephen Decatur Highway #7, Berlin, MD 21811; Eric Michael Wilson, 856 Oneonta Avenue, Imperial Beach, CA 91932. For: Imperial Beach Trading, LLC For the premises known as and located at: T/A: Tides and Vine 106 West Green Street Snow Hill, Maryland 21863 There will be a public hearing on the application in the Board Room, Room 1102 in the Government Center, Snow Hill, Maryland, on:

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PUBLIC NOTICE The motor vehicles described below have been abandoned. The owners and lien holders are hereby informed of their right to reclaim the vehicles upon payment of all charges and costs resulting from the towing, preservation, and storage of the vehicles. The failure of the owners or lien holders to reclaim the vehicles within three weeks of notification shall be deemed a waiver by the owners or lien holders of all rights, title and interest and thereby consent to the sale of the vehicles at public auction beginning Aug 26, 2021 or to have it otherwise disposed of in a manner provided by law. Line No Year 635-21 2000 765-21 2002 797-21 2003 803-21 2006 863-21 2008 885-21 2006 887-21 2012 891-21 2000 990-21 2011

Make DODGE JEEP BUICK FORD NISSAN HYUNDAI FORD NISSAN CHEVY

Model DAKOTA WRANGLER LESABRE EXPLORER ALTIMA ELANTRA FUSION SENTRA EQUINOX

Color RED BLACK BLUE WHITE SILVER BLUE BLUE WHITE BLACK

Style TRUCK SUV SEDAN SUV SEDAN SEDAN SEDAN SEDAN SUV

VIN 1B7GL22X3YS675627 1J4FA39S72P742526 1G4HP52K53U225548 1FMEU74E76UB60205 1N4AL21E48N517856 KMHDN46D46U236040 3FAHP0HA9CR242114 3N1BB51D6YL101322 2CNALDEC0B6398936

Mileage N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A

All vehicles will be sold at auction on-line at www.govdeals.com. For details call 410-723-6643. AUTH: Ross Buzzuro Chief of Police OCD-8/26/3t ________________________________________________________________________________________________________ September 15, 2021 @ 1:00 P.M. The Board welcomes written or oral comment at said public hearing from any interested party. OCD-9/2/2t _________________________________

NOTICE

OF APPLICATION FOR ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE LICENSE Application has been made by the Undersigned for a Transfer of a Class: "B" BEER-WINE-LIQUOR License: 7 Day, By: Marshall A. Forrester IV, 41 Wood Duck Drive, Ocean Pines, Maryland 21811. For: Shaka PBG, LLC For the premises known as and located at: T/A: Shaka Pool Bar & Grill 12614 Ocean Gateway Ocean City, Maryland 21842 Formerly: Odie-0, LLC There will be a public hearing on the application in the Board Room, Room 1102 in the Government Center, Snow Hill, Maryland, on: September 15, 2021 @ 1:10 P.M. The Board welcomes written or oral comment at said public hearing from any interested party. OCD-9/2/2t _________________________________

NOTICE

OF APPLICATION FOR ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE LICENSE Application has been made by the Undersigned for a Transfer of a Class: "A" BEER-WINE License: 7 Day, By: Roland K. Gjidede, 8803 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, Maryland 21842; Olga Gjidede, 8803 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, Maryland 21842.

For: 401 Philadelphia Ave, LLC For the premises known as and located at: T/A: Mitchell's Market 401 Philadelphia Avenue Ocean City, Maryland 21842 Formerly: Sanad, Inc. There will be a public hearing on the application in the Board Room, Room 1102 in the Government Center, Snow Hill, Maryland, on: September 15, 2021 @ 1:25 P.M. The Board welcomes written or oral comment at said public hearing from any interested party. OCD-9/2/2t _________________________________

NOTICE

OF APPLICATION FOR ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE LICENSE Application has been made by the Undersigned for a Request to alter and construct a proposed building that will replace the existing building which encompassed BJ's restaurant for a Class: "B" BEER-WINE-LIQUOR License: 7 Day, By: Jennifer Reda, 115 75th Street, Ocean City, Maryland 21842; Anne McFaul, 115 75th Street, Ocean City, Maryland 21842; Adam Horn, 115 75th Street, Ocean City, Maryland 21842. For: Windward OC, LLC For the premises known as and located at: T/A: Atlantic Beach House 115 75th Street & the Bay Ocean City, Maryland 21842 There will be a public hearing on the application in the Board Room, Room 1102 in the Government Center, Snow Hill, Maryland, on: September 15, 2021 @ 1:35 P.M. The Board welcomes written or

oral comment at said public hearing from any interested party. OCD-9/2/2t _________________________________

NOTICE

OF APPLICATION FOR ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE LICENSE Application has been made by the Undersigned for a Request to modify the existing licensed premises for a Class: "B" BEER-WINE-LIQUOR License: 7 Day, By: Shereen Ismail Ramadan, 12648 Whisper Trace Drive, Ocean City, MD 21842; Dina Basel Sbih, 12648 Whisper Trace Drive, Ocean City, MD 21842. For: Ocean Pines Spirits, Inc. For the premises known as and located at: T/A: Pickled Goose 11070 Cathell Road No. 17 Berlin, Maryland 21811 There will be a public hearing on the application in the Board Room, Room 1102 in the Government Center, Snow Hill, Maryland, on: September 15, 2021 @ 3:05 P.M. The Board welcomes written or oral comment at said public hearing from any interested party. OCD-9/2/2t _________________________________ CHRIS S. MASON ESQ. WILLIAMS, MOORE, SHOCKLEY & HARRISON, L.L.P. 3509 COASTAL HIGHWAY OCEAN CITY, MD 21842

NOTICE

OF APPOINTMENT NOTICE TO CREDITORS NOTICE TO UNKNOWN HEIRS Estate No. 18872 TO ALL PERSONS INTERESTED IN THE ESTATE OF PRISCILLA LARSON

PAGE 56 Notice is given that Nancy Pappas, 6847 Seneca Drive, Snow Hill, MD 21863, was on August 30, 2021 appointed Personal Representative of the estate of Priscilla Larson who died on June 3, 2021, with a will. Further information can be obtained by reviewing the estate file in the office of the Register of Wills or by contacting the personal representative or the attorney. All persons having any objection to the appointment (or to the probate of the decedent’s will) shall file their objections with the Register of Wills on or before the 28th day of February, 2022. Any person having a claim against the decedent must present the claim to the undersigned personal representative or file it with the Register of Wills with a copy to the undersigned on or before the earlier of the following dates: (1) Six months from the date of the decedent’s death, except if the decedent died before October 1, 1992, nine months from the date of the decedent’s death; or (2) Two months after the personal representative mails or otherwise delivers to the creditor a copy of this published notice or other written no-

Ocean City Today / Public Notices 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. Nancy Pappas 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: September 02, 2021 OCD-9/2/3t _________________________________ JOHN C. RENDER, ESQ. 100 N. DIVISION STREET, SUITE C SALISBURY, MD 21801

NOTICE

OF APPOINTMENT

NOTICE TO CREDITORS NOTICE TO UNKNOWN HEIRS Estate No. 18676 TO ALL PERSONS INTERESTED IN THE ESTATE OF DAVID I. BAINE AKA: DAVID I. BAINE SR. Notice is given that David Lee Baine, 5806 Onley Road, Girdletree, MD 21829, was on August 13, 2021 appointed Personal Representative of the estate of David I. Baine who died on February 20, 2021, with a will. Further information can be obtained by reviewing the estate file in the office of the Register of Wills or by contacting the personal representative or the attorney. All persons having any objection to the appointment (or to the probate of the decedent’s will) shall file their objections with the Register of Wills on or before the 13th day of February, 2022. 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

SEPTEMBER 3, 2021 the decedent’s death, except if the decedent died before October 1, 1992, nine months from the date of the decedent’s death; or (2) Two months after the personal representative mails or otherwise delivers to the creditor a copy of this published notice or other written notice, notifying the creditor that the claim will be barred unless the creditor presents the claims within two months from the mailing or other delivery of the notice. A claim not presented or filed on or before that date, or any extension provided by law, is unenforceable thereafter. Claim forms may be obtained from the Register of Wills. David Lee Baine 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: September 02, 2021 OCD-9/2/3t _________________________________

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One big price tag Some observers of the City Council discussion of the proposed 65th Street fire station this week probably wanted someone to blurt out, “This looks a lot like a potential new headquarters.” Obviously, that didn’t happen, but establishing a new base of operations on that piece of property has been talked about for the past 15 years or so. Past advocates of such a move have said it would group all the city’s public safety services in one central location. This has never come to pass for a variety of reasons, not the least of which is that the current 15th Street headquarters station represents the heart and soul of the Ocean City Volunteer Fire Company, which also owns that property. Since the resort’s firefighting and rescue abilities depend on both volunteer and career services, no one wants to start trouble by seeming to favor either one. Still, when a project once estimated to cost a little under $6 million suddenly jumps to $12 million-plus, well, one has to wonder.

Irony of protest There’s some irony in the argument between Worcester County Commissioners Chip Bertino, Jim Bunting and Diana Purnell, with the former two accusing Purnell of making disparaging comments about veterans and law enforcement at last week’s Maryland Association of Counties conference. The ironic twist is that both sides call for reasoned discussions of sensitive issues for the good of everyone, and yet here we are. Unfortunately, the politics of today dictate that some subjects are now off limits, and we’d rather go on about that than simply sit down and talk about it.

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REPRINT FROM SEPT. 2, 2016

PUBLIC EYE

I am not elderly

Editing news stories is one of the least satisfying jobs in any newsroom, because it involves spending a fair amount of time making someone else look smarter than you. That’s a fact, as any copy editor will tell you. You get a pile of words, some correct, some not and in some kind of order, and your job is to turn it into a clear, cohesive, easy-toread story and then let someone else take credit for it. I hate it. Yet, that’s By what I do every week, Stewart because it has to be done for reasons of Dobson clarity and to prevent, as much as possible, misspellings, factual errors and misused words, or words that might mean one thing to this person and an entirely different thing to another person ... such as me. Take, for instance, one story I had to read this week: “Police reported an accident on Main Street Tuesday that left a 74-year-old man with minor injuries .... The elderly victim was taken to ..... and treated ...” What? What is that? Elderly? ELDERLY? ELDERLY? This guy’s not elderly. He’s the same age as I am and — I. Am. Not. Elderly. I’m not even within swinging distance of

elderly, that being a stage in life where you start believing that hiking up your pants to your shirt pocket is a good look. To my way of thinking, a man joins the ranks of the elderly when he develops an inexplicable fondness for wearing green pants with a white belt. I don’t know why that is, unless something happens in his sleep and he just wakes up one morning with an overwhelming desire to wear funny-looking clothes. And starts saying, “Eh?” a lot. “Hey, gramps, what’s with the green pants?” “Eh?” I will admit, or at least I have been told, that my hearing isn’t what it used to be, and that I prefer saying “Hah?” to “Eh?” as I wouldn’t want to appropriate Canadian culture. It is also true that my pants don’t wear quite like they used to, but prefer to go south rather than north. And yes, although I’m still energetic and active, I think it’s a good idea to conserve as much of that energy as possible just in case I need it for a special occasion. Like, for instance, hauling my elderly butt over a couple of desks and showing someone some “elderly.” Besides, we copy editors know that calling someone “elderly” is editorializing, which is not allowed. As soon as I catch my breath and pull my pants up, I’m going to point that out to him too.

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Letters to the editor Law enforcement not enemy of state Editor, Law enforcement is not the enemy of the people. Yet more and more the service and sacrifice of law enforcement professionals is being undermined by a small but increasingly vocal contingent bent on devaluing their importance to our communities. It’s difficult enough for police officers to stay safe in an ever more violent environment. They should not be subjected to abusive torrents from the very people they are sworn to protect and serve, especially from those in elected office. During the recent Maryland Association of Counties conference held in Ocean City, our colleague Commissioner Diana Purnell spoke at the Large County Coalition’s annual breakfast. During a conversation about police reform, Mrs. Purnell made statements, quoted in an article by “Maryland Matters,” that we believe do not reflect the reality of law enforcement in Worcester County. She disparaged the integrity and professionalism of the men and women who protect our Worcester County communities as well as the

many veterans who join the ranks of law enforcement. Among her comments she said, “the thing that scares me the most about any police department are those policemen that come back from war zones and they are here to kill.” We do not agree. To suggest that combat veterans who serve in law enforcement are “killers” is an affront to every man and woman who has worn, and currently wears, a military uniform in service to our country. Such incendiary comments debase dedicated professionals and diminish the sacrifices made by military personnel and their families. It’s discouraging when such comments are made by ordinary citizens. When such comments are proffered by an elected official of this county, we are all diminished. There is no place in public discourse for assailing the reputations of the officers who day and night work to ensure the safety of each of us living in Berlin, Ocean City, Ocean Pines, Snow Hill, Pocomoke, Bishopville, Whaleyville, Stockton, Girdletree and everywhere else in our county. They deserve respect not rancor. Members of our own families have served in the military and are, or have been, law enforcement officers. We

recognize and respect the solemn responsibilities and unrelenting risks inherent in wearing a uniform. Officeholders - local, state and national - should communicate and act in ways that shape our society into stronger, more vibrant and more tolerant communities; establishing bonds of trust not sowing seeds of discontent. That task is made more difficult when individuals in positions of power confuse abusive remarks for meaningful dialogue. Our communities improve when public discourse is constructive, especially among officeholders. Mrs. Purnell is entitled to express her opinion, which she did. Free speech is a fundamental liberty cherished by all Americans. But let’s not forget that because of the service of the many men and women who have answered the call of duty to our communities and to our nation, our rights are protected. It is our hope that upon reflection, Commissioner Purnell realizes that the effect of her comments makes it difficult to realize the great promise of our community. Denigrating the motivations of those sworn to protect and serve weakens the bonds that make a community strong and resilient. Initiating a positive dialogue would have more productively advanced discussion on the concerns Mrs. Purnell believes need to be addressed. Chip Bertino and Jim Bunting

Worcester County Commissioners

MACo law enforcement panel remarks clarified Editor, Recent media coverage relayed comments that I made during a Maryland Association of Counties (MACo) panel on police accountability and reform last week. However, those comments were taken out of context and injured the uniformed men and women that I respect most: the public safety professionals who protect our communities. So, it is vital for me to clarify what I did say during the MACo panel and the context in which I made those comments. First, please know that in no way were my comments meant to discourage anyone, especially our military veterans, from serving our communities as members of law enforcement, particularly here on the Eastern Shore, where our agencies are operating with severe staffing shortages, shortages that place the lives of our officers and the public at risk every day. My statements regarding the potential volatility of those displaying symptoms of PTSD were made in reference to one specific situation: when the U.S. Capital was breached on Jan. 6, 2021 and people died (note that court records confirm that a disproportionContinued on Page 59

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Boating safety course to be taught in Ocean Pines (Sept. 3, 2021) The U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary is offering the Maryland Basic Boating Safety Course, Sept. 7-9 at the Ocean Pines Library, from 6-9 p.m. each evening. The Maryland Boating Safety Education Act requires that anyone born after July 1, 1972 must possess a Maryland Basic Boating Safety Certificate to operate a boat in the state. Those attending the class, and passing the test will receive a Maryland Boating Certifi-

cate which is NASBLA approved and valid in all states. A fee of $20 covers the cost of the course and materials. Checks should be made payable to: USGCAUX 12-05 and mailed to: USCGAUX 12-05, P.O. Box 1682, Berlin, Maryland 21811. Payment via PayPAL is also accepted. The library is located at 11107 Cathell Road in Ocean Pines. Register or get more information by calling Barry Cohen at 410-935-4807, or email: CGAUXOC@Gmail.com.

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There is just one more weekend to check out a replica of the Santa Maria, which is docked near the Third Street park in downtown Ocean City. The last day to board the ship is Monday, Sept. 5, before it sets sail for its next destination on Sept. 6. Tickets to view the ship cost $15 for adults and $6 for children. Family packages are available for $35. It is open from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. The ship first arrived in the resort on Aug. 11 and opened to the public the next day. The original Santa Maria wrecked off the coast of Española Island, or what is today Haiti. For more information about the boat, visit www.fundacionnaovictoria.org/history-nao-santa-maria/.

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Continued from Page 58 ate number of those arrested for their alleged actions at the Capital are active and former military personnel). Furthermore, my statement was not a far-reaching indictment of military veterans, but was tied to my grave concerns that military veterans who return from war zones with symptoms of PTSD are not receiving adequate access to mental health screenings and services. It is vital to communicate that, while the recently adopted Senate Bill 71 (Maryland Police Accountability Act of 2021) expands on policing standards that require increased access to mental health services, these are all unfunded mandates. This short-sighted bill is one of the primary reasons that during the MACo panel I also voiced my staunch opposition to calls to defund the very police agencies that are struggling to meet the growing demand for serv-

ices in the face of shrinking budgets. I would like to close with these thoughts. Like most Americans, I have close family members who served in the military. And, a wrought iron replica of the flag of the United States that is prominently displayed on a shelf in my office is emblazoned with a phrase I whole-heartedly embrace: “One Nation Under God. Home of the Free. Because of the Brave.” To guarantee access to the medical and mental health services for our brave law enforcement professionals, we have to talk to one another. We have to keep the lines of communication open, so that we can determine how best to fund these needs. By doing so, we will secure the health and vitality of our public safety professionals and our communities. Diana Purnell Worcester County Commissioner

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On Aug. 20, Wor-Wic officials released a statement on the school’s website that reinstated indoor mask mandates for everyone, vaccinated or not, beginning Aug. 23 “until further notice.” Pierson said that if a student tests positive for covid they must contact the student development office. If a staff member does, they must report it to human resources for specific protocols. When there has been a known positive case, an email is sent to students and employees and the information is posted on the school’s covid website at: worwic.edu/Services-Support/Public-Safety/Coronavirus-Info. If quarantine is required, the school offers online and virtual course options. Pierson said more than 2,000 students are registered for credit classes and another 300 are signed up for non-credit continuing education courses this fall, and that registration is still open. Fall classes begin at Wor-Wic next week. Vaccine numbers and info: • As of Thursday, Maryland providers administered more than 7.56 million covid-19 vaccines for a total of 81.2 percent of residents with See LOCAL Page 62

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By Mallory Panuska Staff Writer (Sept. 3, 2021) While Salisbury University is requiring covid vaccinations for all students and staff, WorWic Community College is holding off on the requirement while operating under mask mandates and other health directives. Early this week, an email went out to all Salisbury University students and employees informing them that anyone who had not received an approved exemption for a vaccine must receive their first dose by Friday, Sept. 3, or lose access to the campus the following Monday. The directive follows similar ones at other colleges and universities across the country implemented in an effort to slow the spread of the virus as higher ed students return to classrooms. Sandra Pierson, the director of media and community relations for Wor-Wic, said in an email that vaccines are not required currently through the school for students and staff, except in specific circumstances. “Faculty and students in our nursing and allied health programs who must complete clinical assignments at a medical facility must follow the vaccine policies at those facilities,” Pierson said.

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(Sept. 3, 2021) Join Lower Shore Land Trust for its second virtual 30 miles on the water and on the trails for River Rally 2021, to raise funds to conserve and restore wildlife habitat, protect working lands and build a resilient Lower Shore today and for the next generation. Register to not only support land conservation also to explore some of the most pristine creeks and verdant trails on the Lower Shore. Participate as an individual or as a family and help Lower Shore Land Trust meet its goal to raise funds to continue key conservation programs to benefit pollinators, coastal migratory birds and to maintain water quality. Registration is $30 per person, whether choosing to kayak, paddleboard, canoe, hike or bike, or a combination of all of the above. This event can be completed on a river, creek, bay, trail, or biking. Log miles any time between Saturday, Sept. 4, and Sunday, Sept. 26, on the MapMyTracks App. All ages, abilities and fitness levels are encouraged to participate. Gather friends, family, and co-workers and

explore the shore. All registrants will receive a T-shirt and interactive map loaded with places to paddle, hike and bike. Participants are encouraged to use the MapMyTracks app but a downloadable form can be used to track miles. Sponsors for the event include: Bank of Ocean City, Holiday Johnson, Ayers Creek Adventures, Maryland Delaware DC Beverage Association, Baked Dessert Café, Harrison Group, US WIND, Worcester County Tourism, Somerset Trail Mix and West O Bottle Shop. Prizes will be awarded to most miles in each category. Follow RiverRally2021 Facebook group to meet up and paddle, hike, bike or join other events. Conservation on the Lower Shore is key to the health of the Chesapeake Bay and Atlantic Coastal Bays and work today will ensure a healthy environment and strong economy for residents and visitors alike. For more information about the event, to register, or to become a sponsor visit www.lowershorelandtrust.org or find us on Facebook.

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Local covid cases up, hospitalizations not Continued from Page 60 at least one dose. • Hospital staff at Atlantic General administered 11,783 covid vaccines as of Wednesday. • Also as of Wednesday, 71.6 percent of Worcester County’s resident population had received at least one vaccine dose and 65.5 percent were fully vaccinated. • Atlantic General staff members administered a total of 54 shots last week. • As of Wednesday, just below 88 percent of AGH staff members had

received at least one dose of the vaccine. • The Worcester County Health Department holds vaccine clinics weekly. For information about them, visit worcesterhealth.org/protectmenu/1726-worcester-county-mdcoronavirus-covid-19 information-2020. Covid case numbers: • As of Thursday, Worcester County’s covid-19 positivity rate was 9.61 percent, an increase from 8.4

percent last week. Posting the highest positivity rate in the state was Garrett County at 13.42 percent. • The state’s positivity rate was 4.94 percent Thursday. • Also as of Thursday, Maryland reported 499,648 confirmed covid cases. • Worcester County confirmed 136 new cases since last week, bringing the total cases since March 2020 to 4,251. • Atlantic General Hospital reported eight covid in-patients this week, up from five at the same time

last week. The average age of the patients is 53 and the youngest is 33. Only one of the eight is fully vaccinated. • Ocean Pines and Berlin had 1,642 cases and Ocean City had 1,117 Thursday. • Worcester County has reported a total of 108 covid deaths since March 2020. *Info from Gov. Larry Hogan;the Maryland Department of Health; Atlantic General;Worcester County Health Department; and the CDC.*

Worcester County Tobacco Retailers Care About Our Kids! The Worcester County Health Department and the Worcester County Sheriff's Office work together to prevent the sale, distribution and consumption of tobacco products by those under age 21. Of the 55 tobacco retailers visited by local law enforcement for the purpose of attempting to buy tobacco products by an underage cadet from July 1, 2020-June 30, 2021, the following tobacco retailers had an employee who requested an ID and refused to sell tobacco to a person under the age of 21. Please join the Worcester County Health Department and the Worcester County Sheriff’s Office in congratulating these establishments. Please stop in and say “Thank You” to:

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cipients were leaving distribution centers with full arms, and as a result, were losing some items on the walk home. The ministry coordinates directly with other nonprofits, missionaries and agencies to coordinate distribution. One such nonprofit is Livingsent Ministries, which coordinates distributions in Guatemala and Haiti, two nations that regularly benefit from the ministry’s work. “I might get a message from (Livingsent coordinator) Steve Smith that he’s leaving at the end of September and he would like to take certain things,” En-

twistle said. “I usually have things on hand. I’ll send a message out to the group that they’re looking for hygiene supplies — soap, toothbrush, toothpaste. Members will start calling me and I’ll pick up and add to what I have and (a Livingsent representative) would come and we load it up.” “This is different than just donating to an organization where you don’t know anybody. You don’t always know where things are going (with other places). Our way, we know for sure.” See NONPROFIT Page 64

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Ground breaks on Gudelsky Family Medical Center in OP By Mallory Panuska Staff Writer (Sept. 3, 2021) The days of traveling outside of Worcester County to undergo certain surgeries are officially numbered. This week, ground broke on Atlantic General Hospital’s future 53,000 square-foot Gudelsky Family Medical Center on the southern end of Racetrack Road in Ocean Pines, paving the way for the ability to serve more patients at lower costs. Hospital staff, community leaders, donors and well-wishers gathered at the site for an official kickoff ceremony on Tuesday, where the amenities of the new facility were discussed and celebrated. The project, which is set for completion in a year and a half, will feature the first multi-speciality ambulatory surgery facility in the county, allowing for expansion of the surgical services available. Currently, outpatient health and medical services are not in a centralized location, creating the need for patients to travel to multiple places throughout the county, in some cases outside of the county, for basic primary care and outpatient procedures. The new facility also will include

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Posing with shovels during the groundbreaking for the future Gudelsky Family Medical Center on Racetrack Road in Ocean Pines on Tuesday, from left, are Michael Franklin, president and CEO of Atlantic General Hospital,; Jim Morvick, Atlantic General Hospital Auxiliary Board member; Cindy Roman, president of the Atlantic General Hospital Auxiliary; and Greg Shockley, chair of the Atlantic General Hospital Board of Trustees.

Nonprofit aiding Afghan refugees Continued from Page 63 Entwistle said she came up with the idea for the Dress Ministry from her time as a volunteer with a local Girl Scouts chapter. While trying to come up with a project idea for the older girls, someone told her about pillowcase dresses. Entwistle went home, looked them up, made one and it went from there. She passed the idea along to the Brownie troop she was working with and put up flyers around Berlin searching for more volunteers.

“The more volunteers I got, it just grew,” Entwistle said. “I probably have 20 active members and over the years there have been 50, 60, 70 people involved at one time or another.” A shipment of donations was just made in Guatemala with “hundreds” of bags filled with clothes, soap and school supplies handed out in the retrofitted market bags that the ministry makes. The ministry is also helping Afghan refugees now. After an Air Force reservist contacted Entwistle, two pickups have been

arranged to be taken to an Air Force base in New Jersey and flown out from there. Despite the volume of goods the ministry produces, Entwistle said she doesn’t see a need to ever set a goal for what they’d like to accomplish, considering the ever-present need for charitable contributions. “There’s always going to be a need for these things,” Entwistle said. “As long as we always have someone to take what we’re making, we’re going to keep making.”

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Family donates millions to AGH Continued from Page 64 tion and space for multiple specialty care practices. It will also provide a cost-effective option for planned outpatient procedures and expand the hospital’s ability to accept certain types of insurances. Altogether, 18 new physicians, nurses and allied health professionals, as well as more support staff, will be hired as well to staff the new facility. Already a household name among Worcester County health care facilities, the Gudelsky family is behind the largest single private donation — $4 million — that the hospital has ever received, inspiring the name of the new facility. Rolfe Gudelsky, his wife, Ioana, and two children were among the attendees at the groundbreaking ceremony. “We’ve got a lot of roots here,” Gudelsky said of his family. “We figure it’s important to give back.” The Gudelsky’s donation helped the hospital surpass its $35 million fundraising goal for capital projects, which included the Women’s Health Center completed in West Ocean City in 2017, the Burbage Regional Cancer Care Center finished in 2018, and the modernization of the hospital’s inpatient care areas that came to fruition in 2020.

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Hundreds of Jeeps invaded Ocean City for the 2021 Jeep Week, which included events like a beach crawl every morning from Thursday through Saturday, an off-road sand course along the beach, a muddy trail in Pittsville, and an expo of vendors at the convention center.

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First responder conference next week in OC Event includes tools to help attendees with challenges they face on daily basis By Mallory Panuska Staff Writer (Sept. 3, 2021) Fittingly, just before 9/11, nearly 200 first responders are set to gather in Ocean City to discuss the unique mental health and wellness challenges that come with their jobs. “When we say first responders, we include military veterans, dispatchers, corrections, chaplains, therapists, counselors, anyone that works for, is involved with, public safety,” said Shawn Thomas, the founder and CEO of First Responder Conferences, which will co-host an event on Sept. 9-10 at the Grand Hotel on 21st Street. “It is a two-day event covering many topics like finances, post-traumatic stress, family relationships, resilience, just things that first responders deal with on a daily basis,” Thomas continued. “And it provides mental health and wellness education, tools, and confidential resources for those folks to be able to get through this profession, this difficult profession.” First Responder Conferences has hosted multiple events throughout

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the country since its inception in 2016. Next week’s conference, Thomas said, will be the organization’s 25th.

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“These are difficult professions, so we basically want to let people know that number one, you’re not alone,” she explained. “And number two, there’s plenty of assistance and help out there. Our suicide rates are through the roof. We don’t want anybody to ever feel like they’re alone.” The event is a collaboration with Behind the Line, a regional nonprofit that provides peer support for first

Casting call for upcoming play (Sept. 3, 2021) The Ocean Pines Players have received the rights for “The Big Bad Musical,” and will host auditions next month. A cast of 18 is necessary to commence the legal wrangling during the upcoming holiday season as the two greatest legal minds in the Enchanted Forest, aka the Evil Stepmother and the Fairy Godmother clash in a trial that appears as wickedly funny, yet judicially significant forever after. Crossword answers from page 46

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responders and public safety employees, veterans and their families; and the Ocean City Police Department. Heather Brown, the president of Behind the Line, said she helped bring the conference to Ocean City because she wanted to expand the resources that her organization provides for first responders and their families. See NEARLY Page 71

Auditions will take place Sept. 13-14 from 5-7 p.m. in the Marlin Room of the Ocean Pines Community Center located at 235 Ocean Pkwy, Ocean Pines. Auditions are open to youth ages 8-17 and designed to be safe, casual, and fun. No experience necessary. For the most updated information and the audition form, visit http://sites.google.com/view/oceanpinesplayers or email Frank Pasqualino at BigBadMusicalOPP@google.com. “The Big Bad Musical” by Al Strum, with music and lyrics by Bill Francoeur is possible through Pioneer Drama Services, Inc of Englewood, Colorado. The OP Players values diversity and inclusion in casting and all other areas of the organization. For more general information on the Ocean Pines Players, follow on its Facebook page or visit www.oceanpinesplayers.com. Ocean Pines Players is a local allvolunteer 501-(c)(3) charitable organization and supported in part by a grant from the Worcester County Arts Council and Maryland State Arts Council.

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Ocean Pines man faces child porn charges By Greg Wehner Staff Writer (Sept. 3, 2021) An Ocean Pines man faces numerous felony charges after being accused of crimes related to sexually abusing minors and possession of child pornography. Bruce Travers, 37, was arrested by Maryland State police on Aug. 21 and charged with 34 offenses — two counts for sexually abusing a minor in his temporary care, two counts of sexually abusing a minor, and 15 counts of filming a child in a sex act, all felonies, as well as 15 counts of possessing child pornography. Travers is a former employee of the Little Lambs and Community Church in Berlin. An email to parents of children who attend Little Lambs were sent an

email on Wednesday afternoon letting them know they were made aware of the investigation into Travers on Aug. 26. “The staff member in this case was terminated by Little Lambs Learning Center, and had not worked since 8/20/2021,” the staff’s email read. “That staff member’s Bruce Travers access to our building and campus has been suspended as of Thursday afternoon. “We are cooperating fully with the ongoing investigation and are therefore unable to comment on any parts of the investigation,” the staff added. State Police were tipped off about Travers’s activity after the computer

crimes unit received a referral from the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children, according to court documents. An image depicting four juvenile boys engaged in a sex act was uploaded to the popular browser Bing with an IP address that traced back to a home on Brandywine Drive in Ocean Pines. Travers does not own the home that the image was traced back to, but he is a renter at the home. After an investigation, State Police, along with the Ocean Pines Police Department, executed a search and seizure warrant at the home at 5:30 a.m. on Aug. 20. Travers, the sole occupant of the home, was there. During the search, police recovered electronic equipment, including

laptops, cell phones, thumb drives, and camera memory cards, according to the charging documents. Police also seized used children’s underwear that were individually packaged. Travers spoke to investigators after being read his Miranda Rights, documents state, and admitted to possessing child pornography, though he denied touching any children sexually. He did say that children have stayed at his home, identifying three who were between the ages of 7 and 10. An investigation found Travers had stayed at the home with the children’s guardian off and on from June 2018 to July 2021, apparently earning the trust to take care of the chilSee TRAVERS Page 72

Nearly 200 workers to attend two-day event Continued from Page 68 “What we want to do is provide them resources and knowledge so that they take better care of themselves and take better care of their family,” Brown explained. “Bringing this conference here is just extremely important to provide that information and education and to start to break a

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stigma within the first responder culture about PTSD and how the job can affect them in different ways, not just mentally but physically, emotionally.” While the date of the conference happens to fall close to the 20th anniversary of the Sept. 11 attacks, which is an important day for many first responders to remember, Brown

said the date was a coincidence. “It just worked out that way,” she said. “… It was the only time something wasn’t going on in Ocean City on a weekend so we grabbed it up. It was actually postponed from last year due to covid.” Thomas said 195 attendees are signed up for the conference, mostly from Ocean City and surrounding

areas. Brown said the individuals expected to attend include members of the local fire and police departments and some of their family members, as well as other first responders. To learn more about the conference and the topics that will be discussed, visit 1stresponderconferences.org/oceancity%2C-md.

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Man injured after being hit by car on Bay St. in Berlin By Greg Ellison Staff Writer (Sept. 3, 2021) Berlin Police reported a 74-year-old man was injured after being struck by a vehicle in the 500 block of Bay Street last Wednesday around 7:40 a.m. In a press release, Berlin Police Chief Arnold Downing said Berlin Emergency Medical Services were summoned on Aug. 25 to transport a pedestrian involved in the accident to TidalHealth in Salisbury. The unidentified man was subse-

quently released from TidalHealth. Leonardo Torres, 59, was charged in the incident. Investigators discovered Torres was unlicensed and operating an unregistered vehicle. Downing said the errant driver was charged with a multitude of vehicle violations. Police are continuing to investigate the incident and ask anyone with information to contact the department at 410-641-1333.

Travers worked at local day care Continued from Page 71 dren at his place of residence in Ocean Pines. An examination of the electronic devices seized during the search contained several pornographic images of those children, court documents show. The children’s caretaker was shown photos of several images of the clothing that was seized and confirmed they belonged to the children. She was also shown pornographic images of the children and confirmed their identity and approximate ages,

according to court documents. Travers is being held without bond. He has a preliminary hearing in Snow Hill District Court on Sept. 21. “Investigators are aware that Travers has previously been employed in positions with access to children,” a statement from the Worcester County Bureau of Investigation read. “If members of the public have information pertinent to this investigation, they are asked to call the Worcester County Child Advocacy Center intake at (410-641-0097) for non-emergency calls.”

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Mysterious package Ocean City Police officers were dispatched to the district court building at 65th Street on Tuesday morning after reports that a package sent to one of the judges was wrapped in plastic and leaking liquid. The OCPD bomb squad and district court personnel screened the package, a spokesperson for the police department said, and found it to be non-hazardous.

Whiskey and weed Edwin U. Concepcion, 21, of Lancaster, Pennsylvania was arrested by Ocean City Police at 6:34 p.m. on Aug. 27 near 12th Street and Philadelphia Avenue and charged with possession of more than 10 grams of marijuana and various other charges. Police said Concepcion was the passenger of a vehicle that was stopped for a seatbelt violation and when the officer approached to ask for identification, the smell of marijuana emanated from the vehicle, prompting them to search the vehicle. But the two passengers refused to get out of the vehicle, police said, and at times used their phones to video the situation. “There’s no weed in here,” Concepcion told officers, according to court documents. Once the occupants were out of the vehicle, police found four plastic zip bags with a combined 25 grams of marijuana, a joint, two digital scales, burnt roaches, a spring-assisted knife, and a box containing three glass jars of marijuana wax, or “dabs.” Police also found several edible

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forms of cannabis, several vials of cannabis oil, and a paper cup containing what police suspect was whiskey. A further investigation found the vehicle was registered to Concepcion.

Cocaine possession Theodosia Whaley, 57, of Berlin was arrested by the Worcester County Sheriff’s Office at 6:30 p.m. on Aug. 25 near Route 113 and Old Ocean City Boulevard and charged with possession of cocaine. Police said Whaley was stopped for a traffic violation and when the officer asked for her driver’s license, she said she did not have one. Another officer on the scene used his K-9, Joker, to sniff the exterior of the vehicle for narcotics, and during the search, the officer saw Whaley grab a small blue object and put it in her hand. The officer found the blue object, police said, and determined it to contain cocaine.

Stolen bicycle Dennard I Murray, 64, of Ocean City was arrested by Ocean City Police at approximately 6 p.m. on Aug. 27 near North Division Street and Baltimore Avenue and charged with theft of property valued at more than $100, but less than $1,500. Police responded to reports of a $200-$300 bicycle that had been stolen from a bike stand near the Caroline Street bathrooms. The man told police that a janitor who was cleaning the bathrooms said, “Denny just took off south with Continued on Page 73

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POLICE/COURTS Continued from Page 72 the bike,” according to police reports. “Denny,” police said, is part of the homeless community. The officer who responded alerted the rest of the police department to be on the lookout for the bicycle, and a short time later, another officer spotted Murray sitting on a bench near Talbot Street. The officer asked Murray if he knew where the bike was, and he said, “I don’t know nothing about that.” He later added that he sees many bikes daily and did not know what the officer was referring to, according to police. After pressing Murray, a little bit more, he admitted to seeing the bike leaned up against a tree near the Ocean City Baptist Church. When the officer walked over to the spot, he was able to match the bicycle to the description just before Murray walked up and started taking bags off the handlebars. The officer asked Murray, “Are those your bags?” “Yeah, they’re my bags,” he replied. “You know how this looks, right?” the officer asked. “Yeah, but I don’t know how they got here,” Murray said. He was then placed under arrest.

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OBITUARIES Virginia was arrested by Ocean City Police at approximately 7:45 p.m. on the beach near 72nd Street and charged with indecent exposure. Police said a couple was reportedly changing into their bathing suits on the beach, and that the man, Dunlap, was naked. When officers arrived on the scene, it was still light outside and there was a group of about 20-30 people on the beach, including adults and young children. The person who reported the incident told officers that the couple was changing clothes and the man exposed his genitals. “I saw all of it,” the woman told police, adding that the couple appeared to be intoxicated. According to court documents, the couple was asked by officers to identify their belongings, which contained an open can of beer, and Dunlap said it was his. While officers continued to ask Dunlap questions, he lit a cigarette and when he was done, he flicked it onto the beach, police said. Police then ran a license check on Dunlap and discovered he had an active warrant through the State of Virginia. He was ultimately placed under arrest for the active warrant, possessing an open container of alcohol on the beach, littering, and indecent exposure.

SUE H. HARTING Ocean City Sue H. Harting was peacefully called home to the Lord, Aug. 25, 2021, surrounded by two of her grandchildren and her pastor, Reverend George Patterson. Sue was born Oct. 27, 1935, to her parents, Paul Morris Dunlap and Irene Charlotte Tickner Sue H. Harting Dunlap in Baltimore, Maryland. Sue was an excellent student, graduating from Western High School and continuing her education at Anne Arundel Community College where she earned an associate of arts degree. Sue went on to be an employee of the NSA in Ft. Meade, Maryland. During her many years with this crucial intelligence agency she made many lifelong friends and assisted in assuring the safety and security of Americans at home and abroad. This was a task she undertook solemnly and with the greatest sense of duty. She was proud of her work and proud to be an American. Sue was married to Charles Harting in 1975 and remained married until his passing in 1986. Sue was enormously proud of her children, Mark Linton, Sheryl Harting and Todd Harting.

Sue was a tremendously charitable and caring person, as evidenced through her membership in groups such as The International Order of Job’s Daughters, and Elk’s Club #2643, her 20-plus years of service to the Atlantic General Hospital Auxiliary in Berlin, Maryland, her life membership to the White Rocks Yacht Club, her associate membership to the F.O.P. Lodge #69, and her membership to the VFW Auxiliary #160, AARP #1917, and NARFE #2274. Those who knew Sue will remember her vast kindness, wisdom, generosity, strength and grace. Through the many tragedies of her life, Sue looked to God and was truly one of the most faithful people you could hope to meet. She will be missed for her sense of humor, her warm personality, and her incredible ability to listen to others and comfort them in times of need. Sue is preceded in death by her parents, Paul Morris Dunlap and Irene Charlotte Tickner Dunlap; her husband, Charles Oliver Harting; her sister-in-law, Anita Kruger; her brother-in-law, Gerald Harting; her children, Mark Charles Linton Sr., Todd Jeffrey Harting, and Sheryl Suzanne Mitrecic; and her grandsons, Mark Charles Linton Jr. and Christopher Hines. Sue is survived by her brothers, Continued on Page 74

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Lewis leaves long-lasting footprint in resort (Sept. 3, 2021) Lloyd Bradford Lewis, of Ocean City, passed away on Saturday, Aug. 28, 2021, at the age of 84. Born in Salisbury, Maryland, he was the son of the late Viola Bradford Lewis and John Mitchell Lewis. He is survived by his wife of 59 years, Gail Turner Lewis; sons, John Carl Lewis and wife, Kathleen Lloyd B. Lewis Coates Lewis, and Stephen Turner Lewis and wife, Kristin Hand Lewis, all of Ocean City, Maryland. There are three grandchildren, Alexandra Lewis Berkey (Blake) of Houston, Texas, John Carl Lewis, Jr. (Abigail) of Berlin, Maryland, and William Turner Lewis of Ocean City; and great-granddaughter, Vivian Ann Lewis of Berlin. He is also survived by cousins, Dr. Jack Covington Lewis (Cynthia) and Dr. Frank Lewis (Janet) of Milling-

ton, Maryland. Lloyd graduated from Buckingham High School in Berlin, and the University of Maryland in 1959 where he earned his commission as a second lieutenant in the United States Air Force. He was stationed in San Antonio, Texas, Mariana, Florida, and Big Spring, Texas, where he trained to fly single engine T34, T37, T33 aircraft jets. In Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, he trained and flew multi-engine heavy transport C124. After completing training, he was stationed in Greenville, South Carolina, where he met his wife, Gail. When the base closed, they were transferred to Savannah, Georgia. He flew missions all over the world in the C124 transport. Most notable was when he was stationed in New Zealand and flew supplies to Antarctica (McMurdo Sound and other outposts) for three months earning an Operation Deep Freeze Medal for flying into Yugoslavia, a Communist country, for a relief mission.

After six years of active service, Lloyd resigned his active status as a captain and served two years in the reserves and four years in the active reserves. He returned home with wife, Gail, and son, John, to settle in Ocean City and start his real estate career with John Rolfe’s Resort Realty. Subsequently, he became partners with Gordon Harrington, developing condominiums in Ocean City. Later he and Terry Hough opened Coastal Realty at 50th Street in Ocean City and developed condominiums. He also partnered with William Esham, Sr. and William Esham, Jr. to develop multiple properties in the area. In 1971, Lloyd and Gail purchased property at Talbot Street and the bay in Ocean City and opened the M.R. Ducks Bar and Grill in 1982. Several M.R. Ducks clothing stores followed. Lloyd remained active in the business until his death. Lloyd was a founding member of Worcester Preparatory School (for-

merly Worcester Country School) and served on the boards of the Tax and Appeal Board of Worcester County, Home Bank in Newark, Maryland, and the Planning and Zoning Board of Ocean City. He was a member of the Ocean City Downtown Association, the Ocean City Marlin Club, Ocean City Lions Club and Ocean City Development Corporation. A viewing will be held on Monday, Sept. 6, 2021, from 5-7 p.m. at the Burbage Funeral Home in Berlin with a funeral service to be held at the Atlantic Methodist Church in Ocean City, on Tuesday, Sept. 7, 2021, at 11a.m. Rev. George Patterson will officiate. In lieu of flowers, a donation may be made to the American Heart Association, Memorial Processing Center, 4217 Park Pl Ct., Glen Allen, Virginia 23060-9979; or Worcester Preparatory School, 508 S Main St., Berlin, Maryland 21811. Letters of condolence may be sent via: www.burbagefuneralhome.com.

Ocean City, Maryland 21842. Arrangements are in the care of the Burbage Funeral Home in Berlin. Letters of condolence may be sent via Www.burbagefuneralhome.com.

land Army National Guard. On June 28, 1969, he married the former Carol Ann Ruark. Together they have one daughter, Abby C. Messick. He is survived by a sister, Ricki Bradshaw (Philip) of Salisbury, and many close friends who are like family to him. He was employed over 40 years at the Eastern Shore Hospital. He loved the outdoors. He was an avid gardener and shared his garden skills with others. He enjoyed home decorating skills and was called on by many for these skills. He was always ready and willing to help others. His wife and daughter were the love of his life. He enjoyed travel and his time that he spent at his beach condo. He loved his family, friends and his granddogs. A graveside memorial service was held on Wednesday, Sept. 1, 2021, at

Our Lady of Good Counsel Cemetery in Secretary, with Rev. Steve Bloodsworth officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to: Baywater Animal Rescue, 4930 Bucktown Rd., Cambridge, Maryland 21613. For everyone’s safety social distancing will be observed. Arrangements are in the care of Thomas Funeral Home, P.A. in Cambridge.

OBITUARIES Continued from Page 73 Dean Dunlap and Paul Dunlap; her sister-in-law, Katherine Gilliss; her brother-in-law, Dennis Harting; her step-daughter, Charlene Hines; her daughter-in-law, Arlene Feinberg Linton; her grandson, Michael Linton and his wife, Emily, and their three children, Aubrey, Carson and Londyn; her son-in-law, Joseph Mitrecic; her grandchildren, Madison Mitrecic and Jacob Mitrecic; her great-granddaughter, Kailey Nordeck; her many nieces and nephews, and countless friends, fellow churchgoers, volunteers, and the people whose lives she has touched throughout the years. A service was held in Sue’s memory at Atlantic United Methodist Church Aug. 31, 2021. A visitation took place preceding the service. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to the Atlantic United Methodist Church at 105 4th St.,

RICHARD D. MESSICK Cambridge Richard D. Messick, 81, of Cambridge, passed away suddenly on Aug. 24, 2021, after suffering a massive heart attack. He was born in Cambridge on May 22, 1940, and was a son of the late Richard C. and Albena B. Messick. Mr. Messick attended schools in Richard Messick Dorchester County, and was a graduate of Cambridge High School class of 1958. He served six years in the Mary-

GERALDINE TAYLOR Wilmington Geraldine Taylor, age 84, formerly of Selbyville, died Monday, Aug. 9, 2021, at Azalea Health and Rehabilitation Center in Wilmington, North Carolina, with her daughter and sonin-law by her side. She was the daughter of the late Sam and Josephine Hopkins. Continued on Page 75

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OBITUARIES Continued from Page 74 She was born in Baltimore, Maryland, and attended Kenwood High School. She lived in Baltimore working mostly in retail. She spent many summers in Fenwick Island with her family working the front desk at Treasure Beach Campground. She and her first husband, Frank, finally made the permanent move to the beach in 1982 and never looked back. Even after retirement she still enjoyed partGeraldine Taylor time work at Kokinos Jewelers in Ocean City and Float-ors in Fenwick. She was a member, Lector and Eucharist Minister of St. Luke Catholic Church in Ocean City. She is survived by her daughter and son-in-law, Pam and Barry Williams of Carolina Beach, North Carolina; a granddaughter, Morgan Davis; and daughter-in-law, Tami Davis both of Selbyville; and stepchildren, Mark Taylor, Michael Taylor, Allen Taylor and Monica Hagar. She was preceded in death by her first husband, Franklin W. Davis Jr.; her second husband, Matthew M. Taylor; and a son, Terry Davis. A funeral service will be held at 1 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 11, 2021, at Bishop-Hastings Funeral Home in Selbyville. Friends may call an hour before the service. Burial will be in Redmen’s Cemetery in Selbyville. In lieu of flowers, donations in her memory may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association at (www.alz.org). Condolences may be sent by visiting www.bishophastingsfh.com. RALPH EDGAR CHINN Ocean Pines Ralph Edgar Chinn, age 81, devoted husband for nearly 55 years of Wilma McClain Chinn, and a resident of Ocean Pines, Maryland, was called home to be with his Lord and Savior on Aug. 24, 2021, with his wife and youngest son at his bedside. He departed this life with the same dignity and strength with which he lived. Born on Oct. 30, 1939, in Washington, D.C., Ralph was the son of the late Edgar Ralph E. Chinn Chinn and Delores Johnson Chinn. He was educated in the District of Columbia public school system. Ralph completed the Vehicle Ambush Countermeasure Training Program at the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center. For 15 years he provided personal chauffeur services for three U.S. Department of the Interior secretaries and three under secretaries. His last 10 years of service he

served as property management chief where he was honored with the Meritorious Service Award, the second highest award in the department, for his sustained service to the department and his personal achievements. After 30 years of service, in 1995 he retired and he and his wife moved to Ocean Pines, Maryland. Since 1996 Ralph has been a very active and loyal member of the Kiwanis Club of Greater Ocean PinesOcean City. He served as president of the Ocean Pines Club twice, and as lieutenant governor for the Capital District, for which he received the “Distinguished Lt. Governor” award. In 1997 he received the “Volunteer of the Year” award. This year he received the Legion of Honor Award for 25 years as a Kiwanian. In 1999, Ralph became a licensed and very successful realtor. Ralph was a Christian, a member of Berlin First Baptist Church where he faithfully attended Sunday services, Sunday school, weekly bible study and assisted in the food pantry. Throughout his life, he had a deep and abiding faith and trust in God and often told people that he had “never” had a bad day in his life. Ralph was a true leader and an honest, kind, compassionate, giving man who dearly loved his family and friends. Many knew him as a great listener, counselor and true friend with a great

sense of humor and a vibrant and caring, engaging personality that attracted a wide circle of friends and a smile that would light up a room. He was a keen analyst of politics and loved to talk politics with anyone who wanted to discuss political topics. Ralph was a “people” person who cherished the many close relationships he developed, and he was always genuinely interested in people’s stories about who they were and what they were about. He was an engaging conversationalist who enjoyed the exchange of ideas and witty speech and was an unconventional thinker with a sharp mind and an interesting world view. Ralph leaves to mourn his passing his loving and devoted wife of 54 years and 11 months, Wilma; his children, Ralph E. Jr. (Nicey), Temple Hills, Maryland, Marlin E. (Tiffany) Canton, Georgia, Sharon Chinn, Heathsville, Virginia, Sheila Chinn, Bowie, Maryland, and Patricia Dixon (Tim Spear), Decatur, Georgia; sister, Raphael Jacobsen, Ellicott City, Maryland; three grandsons, three granddaughters, one grandson-inlaw, four great- grandchildren, nephews, nieces, cousins and many friends. Ralph was preceded in death by his parents, his sisters, Elaine James and Florence Davis; brother, Lee Chinn; and stepson, Kevin M. Lowe.

In lieu of flowers, donations in his memory may be made to: Berlin First Baptist Church, 613 Williams Street, Berlin, Maryland 21811; or to the Kiwanis Club of Greater Ocean PinesOcean City, 239 Ocean Parkway, Berlin, Maryland 21811. At Ralph’s request there will be no service. The family wants to sincerely thank Coastal Hospice and especially the caring, compassionate nurses who provided Ralph with such wonderful care. Condolences may be sent by visiting www.bishophastingsfh.com. BENJAMIN TURNER Ocean City Benjamin Charles Turner, aka Benny, born Nov. 26, 1965, passed away suddenly on Aug. 2, 2021, at his home in Ocean City, Maryland. He owned his own plumbing contracting business and serviced most of the Ocean City area. When not working, Ben loved to eat crabs and go out on the bay Benjamin Turner in his boat. Ben is survived by his mother, Bonnie; brother, Scott; sister, Linda and husband, Joe Atwater; his niece, Anna; and nephew, Dereck. A small celebration of life will be held at a later date.

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Decatur fall sports teams ready to get ’21 season started By Lisa Capitelli Managing Editor (Sept. 3, 2021) After just four months, Stephen Decatur fall sports teams are back on the field and court. Because of covid, the 2020 fall sports season was postponed. Instead, the teams had a shortened season, which ran from mid-February to mid-April. There was no post-season competition. The teams are now back on a normal fall season schedule, with preseason kicking off on Aug. 11. “The coaches, kids, parents and administration, everyone is excited for the season and the upcoming school year,” said Dan Dobronz, Decatur’s athletic director, and assistant coach of the football team. “We’re taking all precautions as far as covid goes. We hope everything goes well and everyone stays safe. I’m just looking forward to getting back to normal.” While there have been some covid cases among the student-athletes, there are protocols and guidelines in place to keep everyone healthy and safe. Among them are face coverings required for athletes inside a school unless they are actively participating in a contest or game. Coaches and athletes on the sideline/bench must wear a face covering while indoors as well. In addition, masks are encouraged, but not required, for spectators of outdoor sports. They are required for those viewing sports indoors. Social distancing is also encouraged.

GOLF: The golf team won its opener last Tuesday, then picked up two additional victories to start the season 3-0. “I’ve been very impressed with them,” said Coach Dan Stearman. “We have a very young team. The sophomores are playing exceptionally well, the seniors have taken on a Dan Stearman leadership role and have been a good influence, and the two freshmen have been great.” Last Thursday, Decatur scored a 162 to win the seven-school meet at Nutters Crossing in Salisbury. Parkside finished in second place (177) and James M. Bennett took third

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The Stephen Decatur golf team earned its second win of the season last Thursday at Nutters Crossing. Pictured, from left, are Sam Boger, AJ Kolb, Kole Kohut, Abby Wesche and Evan Oglesby. Oglesby also earned medalist honors that day.

(198). Decatur was again led by medalist, sophomore Evan Oglesby (39), followed by sophomore Kole Kohut (40), senior captain Abby Wesche (41) and sophomore AJ Kolb (42). “The team continues to play as I hoped they would and I am looking forward to seeing them get better each match,” Stearman said after the match. The Seahawks earned their third win on Tuesday at River Run in Berlin, tallying a 172. Seven schools participated. Oglesby earned medalist honors, shooting a 41. Also contributing to the victory was Kohut (42), senior captain Jacob Bauer (44) and freshman Sam Boger (45). “Overall, the team played good on a difficult course,” Stearman said. The Seahawks finished last season with five victories, four second places and one tie. In nine of the 10 matches a Decatur player earned medalist or co-medalist honors. Kohut was a medalist in eight. Six of the eight players on the team competed last season. Leading the group this season is Wesche, a two-time captain, and Bauer, a member of the varsity team for four years. After wrapping up in April, Stearman said many of the players continued with golf over the summer. “That’s a big plus for us,” he said. “From top to bottom, we have some really solid athletes that can play several sports. We have very solid golfers.” Stearman said the golfers read the courses well, understand how they play and how their game suits it. “They recognize and adjust,” he added. “They know how to make a shot to put themselves in a position to score.”

Stearman said the goal is to win the Bayside South Conference, be successful at districts and send a team to states and do well. Decatur’s next match is Tuesday at 3:30 p.m. at the Ocean Pines Golf Club.

BOYS’ SOCCER: Fifty-seven soccer players tried out and the coaching staff kept 42. Twentyfive made the varsity team. Eleven of them are varsity veterans. Coach Jamie Greenwood kept a few extra players because of possible covid issues and injuries. Decatur finished last season with a 9-2 record. Wrapping in J. Greenwood April as opposed to late October-early November, has been beneficial. “It’s been a big help. I lot of kids went from soccer to lacrosse or baseball, so the fitness gap was not as great as it usually is,” said Greenwood. “They haven’t been away from me but for four months, and that helps. Things from last season are more easily recalled, more fresh in their minds.” Decatur competed in two scrimmages and a play day, but Greenwood hasn’t been able to get his potential starting 11 on the field together yet. “I think our senior-heavy team will be a benefit for us and good leadership for the future. Having that many seniors, the other kids can learn from,” he said. Greenwood said the team is strongest in the midfield, with a good mix of youth and veteran experience.

“We have two seniors – James Barrett and Miguel Cervantes – and two sophomores – Sean O’Halloran and Finn Ramnarain – who compliment each other,” he added. Decatur opens its season on the road Wednesday, against the Easton Warriors at 5:30 p.m. “I feel like we have one of the premier teams in the conference,” Greenwood said. “I think we have a state championship-caliber team if we have everyone on board and if we can avoid covid and injuries. The big goals is to keep everyone healthy and safe.”

FIELD HOCKEY: After some recruiting, the field hockey program has grown to 34 players, so there will be a JV and varsity team. Some players will float between the two teams. “We’re way more competitive then we were at this point last year,” said Coach Katie Griffin. “Overall, we have a good mix of experienced and inexperienced players. We’ve Katie Griffin got some ninth graders who have been playing for several years.” The team is implementing a new formation this year for a more offensive push to produce more goals. Griffin said they also want to utilize players’ strengths better. “We’ve got to work on goal scoring. We get in the offensive end and don’t have enough players there to put the ball See GOAL Page 77

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Goal to keep everyone safe, healthy this yr. Continued from Page 76 in the goal,” Griffin said. During its recent shortened season, Griffin said the team wasn’t able to break down what worked and what didn’t during competition and make adjustments. Now, with a longer preseason before games, the Lady Seahawks can review what has been successful and where they need to improve. “Even when they were down they still competed and that’s pretty much all you can ask for,” Griffin said. Of the 15 players on the varsity squad, eight are veterans. “Last year we were defensively heavy. This year we’re younger defensively with a whole new crew. We’re expecting a lot of our players back there,” Griffin said. The team will be led by senior captains Skylar Griffin (center), Hannah Short (deep forward) and Kira DiPietro (left midfield). All three were captains last season as well. “They’re just really hungry and want to have a great final season,” Griffin said. “They have a lot of energy and do well with the younger girls. They’re very patient. They really want to have a positive experience. They want to leave the program strong.” Griffin has also added Stephanie Judefind, an NCAA field hockey official and former goalie for University of Delaware, to the coaching staff. The team’s first game is Wednesday at 5:30 p.m. against James M. Bennett in Berlin. “We’re going to be more competitive then we have been in several years,” Griffin said. “I think we’re going to surprise some people. We just want to be competitive and win some games.”

VOLLEYBALL: Of the 38 players who tried out, 14 made the JV team and 14 were chosen for varsity. “It’s the largest number of players I’ve ever kept,” said Coach Sara Patrick. “We want to do a better job building the program, and we needed to keep in mind injuries and Sara Patrick covid.” Decatur participated in a play day recently and Patrick said the players looked “pretty solid.” “We have a great foundation, a pretty strong leadership base, which is nice,” she said. Decatur finished last season with a 71 record. Seven of the 14 players are varsity veterans. Less time between seasons has been beneficial, Patrick said. We’ve definitely kept our momentum going. Returning players are at a much higher lever than in the past,” she added. “Our strengths would definitely be that

a majority of the seniors have played travel volleyball and they have experience on the court.” With some good, heavy hitters this year, Patrick said a big goal is to be more dominant at the net. The setters, she added, need to be more active and move the ball around to utilize the hitters. “We’re riding high from last year. We need to fill in some spots [left vacant] from those who graduated. I’ve tasked the seniors to keep the momentum going,” Patrick said. Seniors Logan Patrick (outside hitters) – the only returning full-time starter – and Emma Johnson (setter) have been named captains. “Logan is very focused and does a good job keeping the girls on track and grounded. Emma is very positive and good at keeping the team upbeat,” Patrick said. The squad’s first game is Tuesday at 5 p.m. against the Parkside Rams in Berlin. “The number 1 goal is to stay safe and healthy so the team can have a full season,” Patrick added.

GIRLS’ SOCCER: Rich Venere is the new head coach of the girls’ soccer team. Joining him is Will Cooledge, also new to the program, and Liz Rougcher, the JV coach last season. “I’m just excited for this opportunity at Decatur,” he said. “I enjoy coaching the girls. It’s a really good group.” Venere has been a Rich Venere travel team soccer coach in the area since 2009. Four Decatur players are on his travel team, which made the transition to coaching the Decatur squad a bit smoother, along with the help of his assistants. He also worked with many of the underclassmen during a summer league in Salisbury. “We’ve had our challenges off the field, and we’re a young team that’s still trying to find our identity,” Venere said. “We’re trying to find our best players at each position. We’re still experimenting.” The 24-player varsity team will be led by junior captains and center midfielders Hannah Dang and Mia Kemp. Also having stability with junior Jessica Beck returning in goal is beneficial. “They’ve been great leaders,” Venere said. “Everyone respects them on and off the field.” Decatur finished last season with a 47 record and a majority of the Seahawks who played have returned. Venere said the girls – many of whom play soccer year-round – came into preseason in good shape. During the fourth day of practice they had a conditioning test to run five laps, or 1.25 miles in 10

minutes. Seventeen of the 31 girls who took the test passed. “I was very pleased with that,” Venere said. Venere said he plans to run a 4-4-2, with four in the back and midfield and two up top. “Five or six have distinguished themselves as starters and the other girls are competing for the other starting spots,” Venere said. Decatur’s first game is Thursday, at 5:30 p.m. in Berlin against the North Caroline Bulldogs. “It’s a hard-working group that likes playing with each other,” Venere said. “The potential is limitless. By the end of the season I think we’ll be the best version of our team.”

FOOTBALL: The football program has grown this season, with about 100 players participating. “It’s going great so far. We wanted to get our numbers up,” said Coach Jake Coleman. “I’m excited for the season. We’ve definitely taken advantage of the [short time] between seasons.” Jake Coleman The team has been doing fundraisers with the goal to have every player in a Riddell Speedflex helmet, which cost $500 each. About 91 of the 100 players have the helSee PLAYERS Page 78

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Players, coaches eager to get back to action Continued from Page 77 mets. “They’re top-of-the-line safest helmets possible, so we’re working hard to raise money to accomplish that goal,” Coleman said. “We had zero concussions last year and we had almost all of our kids in those helmets.” Those interested in helping fund helmet purchases can contact Coleman at colecsd23@gmail.com. The group, which hopes to be on its new practice field by the end of the month, has been diligent implementing safety protocols so everyone remains healthy. “We’re doing everything we can. The goal is to get all our games in with no issues,” Coleman said. “We’ve stressed to the seniors that we have to be in it. No unnecessary risks.” Coleman said not only does he have tough players, but they’re smart as well. He was excited to report at the end of last season that of the 36 players on the team, 24 earned Minds in Motion awards for a GPA of 3.25 or higher. Sixteen players got straight As. The team finished last season with a 5-2 record and first place in the Bayside South Conference. Of the 40 on the varsity team, 30 are returners. A number of starters are back as well, including senior quarterback

Ashten Snelsire, the Bayside South Offensive Players of the Year last season; junior Luke Mergott, the Defensive Player of the Year; and senior Zimere Handy, who recorded the most receptions in the state with 74. “We have a lot of playmakers and those proven at the varsity level returning,” Coleman said. “We have almost our entire offense back and nine to 11 defense starters back. We have a bunch of good kids back and we’re excited about that.” He also expects everyone to be leaders, not just the upperclassmen. “I want to empower more kids to step up,” Coleman added. “We definitely have no lack of leadership, and our leaders know what we expect.” Decatur will open its season tonight, Friday, at home at 6 p.m. against the James M. Bennett Clippers. All fans are encouraged to wear white. The seniors will be recognized before the game. The late Coach Dean Wooten, and Eric Cropper, Worcester County Board of Education president, who passed away recently, will also be honored.

CROSS COUNTRY: Brenda Hommel has worked with the cross country program for seven seasons and indoor and outdoor track for seven

Brenda Hommel and Josh August will lead the Decatur cross country program this year.

and six seasons, respectively. She has now taken over the running programs, and will be joined by Josh August for the cross country season. Former coach and Decatur teacher, Jody Stigler, is now an extended day administrator, assistant principal at Pocomoke Middle School. “I’m exited to take over the program. It was nice, Jody was the lead person and was the admin keeping things organized, and I ran with the kids and did the workouts,” Hommel said. “I enjoy interacting with the kids outside of the classroom. I’ve been a competitive runner all my life. I’m very passionate about the sport and I enjoy sharing it with the athletes.” Planing workouts and pushing the kids to improve is where the fun is, she added. “Running is one sport where you can attain measurable personal goals. If you stick with it you’re going to improve,” she said. “So far, I’m definitely seeing growth.” August, an ROTC teacher who has been on the wresting team’s coaching staff for six seasons, has enjoyed working with the runners so far and is looking forward to the season. Several wrestlers are also participating in cross country.

“It’s been fun. It’s a new experience and something I’m learning a lot from,” he said. There are 17 boys competing and 11 girls. Both squads are young, with a number of freshmen on each – 10 on the boys’ team and six on the girls’. “I’m really encouraged by the freshmen and that they want to be a part of something,” Hommel said. “We definitely have some talent in the freshmen runners. I’m excited to see where they’ll be in four years. I see a lot of potential. It’s neat to have such a young group and be able to follow them.” Among the new freshmen is August’s son, Aaron. Despite the teams being young, Hommel sees strong leadership in the seniors, including Tristan Dutton, Gavin McCabe, Avery Braciszewski, and junior Carolina Novelli. “They’re definitely stepping up. Some are looking to run at the collegiate level,” she said. “The seniors definitely understand the expectations and we’ll rely on them to lead stretches, warmups and be role models on the team.” The group will kick off its season with the Rumble in the Jungle on Thursday at 3 p.m. in Cambridge.

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