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By Greg Ellison Staff Writer (Dec. 22, 2017) Talking tough about making life difficult for showoffs during Ocean City’s vehicle events is one thing, but being especially tough within the confines of the law and state regulations is another, Police Chief Ross Buzzuro explained to the resort’s new Motor Events Task Force last Thursday.

Buzzuro’s clarifica- Ross Buzzuro tions and advisories came during a three-hour discussion at the 27-member task force’s inaugural meeting at the convention center.

“Our position is we don’t have a position as far as the future of the motor events,” Buzzuro said, referring to suggestions last month from the Police Commission and members of the public that these rallies ought to be banned outright.

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WOC marijuana dispensary to open Jan. Final approval granted to first of two Worcester County outlets, with both serving patients in three-county area

By Brian Gilliland Associate Editor (Dec. 22, 2017) Medical marijuana is coming to West Ocean City in about a month’s time, after the Maryland Medical Cannabis Commission granted final approval to Positive Energy last week.

The dispensary, at 9939 Jerry Mack Road, is expected to fully open in late January once product is received, according to General Manager Lyndsey Odachowski.

“We’ve spent the last year bringing Positive En-

ergy up to code, and the last thing we’re missing is cannabis. We had inspectors in here last Tuesday so we just made the deadline for approval,” Odachowski said.

Maryland’s medical marijuana structure allows for two dispensaries per state senate district. District 38, represented by Sen. Jim Mathias, encompasses Worcester, Somerset and part of Wicomico counties — though both dispensaries will be located in West Ocean City. Awaiting final approval is OC Botanicals, which will operate the Hi Tide Medical Cannabis Dispensary at 12600 Marjan Lane, off Route 611.

A major focus of Positive Energy, Odachowski said, is education.

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Positive Energy General Manager Lyndsey Odachowski.

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Worcester gets its first marijuana dispensary Continued from Page 1 “Cannabis isn’t what it was. People can choose how they feel at a certain point,” she said. “We know exactly what’s in the medicine, and it’s our job to make sure you know what’s in it.”

An aspect of the approval process Odachowski said she admired was the laboratory testing of products to be offered in dispensaries to ensure content and quality. A software tracking system, called METRC and in use in several states, can pinpoint a product down to the crop from which it was produced.

“Patients might want to know about the products, and might not want to make those decisions while standing at a counter,” she explained.

So Positive Energy’s front waiting area is modeled after a doctor’s office waiting room. A receptionist sits behind a counter, and chairs line the

walls. A back room, where the products are stored and displayed, is closed off by a security door.

Off the waiting room is the clinical director’s office, Nurse Practitioner Vanessa Adams.

Adams, Odachowski said, knows everything the dispensary agents do about medical cannabis and more.

“She cannot write recommendations for patients to obtain medical cannabis but she is able to answer more in-depth questions that an agent may not be able to answer,” Odachowski said.

To obtain medical cannabis in Maryland, the patient must first register with the Maryland Medical Cannabis Commission to obtain a patient identification number. A physician registered with the commission must issue a written certification for the patient, who can then take that

certification to a dispensary.

To purchase medical cannabis, the patient needs government-issued identification, like a driver’s license, or a card available from the commission for $50.

At the dispensary, patients and agents can determine what products best suit their needs.

Positive Energy will offer five types of products: flowers, concentrates, tinctures, capsules and lotions/patches.

Flowers and concentrates are used for smoking or vaping, tinctures are taken orally as are capsules and lotions/patches are for topical use.

Edibles, like candies, cookies or other baked products are not legal to sell in Maryland. Odachowski said medical cannabis could be used by patients to produce their own edibles, but the process takes practice.

“There’s a product for use at night to aid sleep, and we have ones designed for daytime use,” she said.

Odachowski advocated “micro-dosing,” which is where the patient uses just enough to get the desired relief without becoming intoxicated.

“You’re opening the window just enough to get the desired effect,” she said. “We have products designed for each of the qualifying conditions laid out in state law: cancer, Parkinson’s disease, pain, headaches and others.”

Odachowski recognizes that everyone’s conditions are different, and not everyone wants to become a scholar on the subject before making an informed choice about treatment options.

“Have a goal in mind, whether it’s to sleep better, or you’re having trouble eating or having leg pain but want to remain clear headed,” she said. “We can take it from there.”

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Schools tap savings to fund repair of Worcester Tech roof Other capital projects came in well under budget, giving bd. of ed some excess cash

By Brian Gilliland Associate Editor (Dec. 22, 2017) Superintendent of Schools Lou Taylor received permission from the Worcester County Commissioners on Tuesday to transfer funds to pay for the repair of a failing section of roof at Worcester County Technical High School.

The funds come originally from money Taylor asked for during this year’s budget session for capital projects — a total of $566,100 to update the energy management systems at Buckingham Elementary and Snow Hill Middle schools, replace the chiller at Stephen Decatur Middle

School and install a swing in the courtyard at Cedar Chapel.

Updating the energy management system at Buckingham Elementary School cost less than the $157,000 that was budgeted for the project, Taylor explained in a letter to the commissioners. The project actually cost about $87,000, he wrote.

The $70,000 left over from the Buckingham school project could be used “… to help offset the cost of the roof project at Worcester County Technical High School,” Taylor wrote.

No estimate for the total cost of the work was provided by Taylor.

“The underlayment on a section of the roof over the trades area of the Worcester Technical High School is failing and need to be replaced,” Taylor wrote.

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The Board of Education was granted permission to move savings from an energy management project at Buckingham Elementary School to repair failing waterproofing at Worcester Technical High School.

Underlayment is the first layer of waterproofing installed, and is generally a roll of paper or fiberglass saturated with asphalt and other waterproofing materials.

Taylor wrote that he hoped work would begin in January to replace the roofing.

The commissioners voted unanimously to allow the budget transfer.

Scoring system hurts proposed road projects

By Brian Gilliland Associate Editor (Dec. 22, 2017) The new scoring system for highway work proposals passed by the General Assembly this year will prevent Worcester County from submitting its two highest priority projects: Route 90 dualization and replacement of the Harry Kelley drawbridge.

Each project will exceed the $5 million threshold set by the state, and will require a number of additional materials with costs projected in the hundreds of thousands of dollars, Ed Tudor, director of development review and permitting, said.

“As currently proposed, that will entail the submission by the county of a feasibility study that defines the

project improvements and limits. A detailed project cost estimate, six completed checklists, a statement of funds available from all sources and local priority point allocations will all need to be submitted,” Tudor wrote in a memo to the commissioners.

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Law limits how resort can control car events that is criminal in nature and does not apply to motor vehicles,” he said.

Considering the preponderance of cell phone videos of burnouts and other road safety violations shared on social media, others wondered if the police could take a similar approach.

“There are literally hundreds of violations simultaneously taking place,” Buzzuro said.

“We prioritize enforcement and time management … we have enough to keep us busy.”

Buzzuro also told task force members if a bystander were to record a video of something significant, it would be investigated, but otherwise enforcement of garden-variety traffic offenses would be challenging.

“Most of our motorists are not from Ocean City,” he said. “That person has to be cited in person, — you just can’t mail them out citations.”

Buzzuro also cast doubt on the idea of arresting troublesome spectators for loitering, because that can involve constitutional issues, such as the right to freedom of assembly.

“It’s more [about] attempting to have control and handling it without making mass arrests,” he said.

Even charging motorists with reckless driving can be challenging, Buzzuro said.

“It’s hard to prove in court,” he said.

“There has to be a wanton and willful manner … you have to have informa-

Continued from Page 1 with the business community’s vocal support of motor events when the City Council in November was set to discuss the commission’s findings.

That eruption led to the creation of the task force, as well as some hypothesizing about what might be done to end dangerous driving whenever car events converge on the resort.

The most troublesome of these rallies have been Cruisin’ Ocean City, Endless Summer Cruisin’, OC BikeFest and the unsanctioned H2O International, which Buzzuro said all require an exceptional amount of assistance from allied law enforcement agencies.

He estimated the cost for the heavy police presence at the four events totals more than $866,000.

In response to the myriad solutions tossed about by numerous parties, including soliciting support from the National Guard, Buzzuro said legal limitations must be considered.

“The National Guard isn’t a possibility for us,” he said. “The governor would make the decision. In my career experience, there’s only been a handful of times the National Guard has been introduced, lastly in Baltimore in 2015.”

Another suggestion made by officials and residents was that troublesome drivers could be charged with reckless endangerment, but Buzzuro also discounted that approach.

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Rothermel said the Cruisin’ event paid more than $118,000 to Ocean City this year in rent for the convention center and inlet parking lots, in addition to associated trailer permit fees.

“We like to take solace in the fact that we created one of the major events in Ocean City on a weekend that had no economic impact to the town,” he said.

While noting that the event promoters are quick to ban registered participants who break traffic laws, he acknowledged the extended crowd needs to be addressed.

“I’m aghast with what I see on Baltimore Avenue,” he said. “Something has to happen to the people who are not in the event.”

Although reducing the number of registered vehicles has been discussed, Rothermel questioned the effectiveness.

“When H20i canceled [its] event, did it stop anyone from coming?” he said.

“If we reduce the number of participants, does that really stop the cars from coming, or does that alienate other people?”

Rothermel suggested the inclusion of activities, such as concerts, to provide distractions for the overflow crowds.

“Maybe that’s something we can do to alleviate that pent-up energy that seems to happen now,” he said. “There’s got to be a way of addressing and lowering their need for speed.”

He also said preliminary negotiations are underway with the US 13 Dragway in Delmar to provide a gathering spot for car enthusiasts.

“Maybe it’s time to go back to what we used to do many years ago at Ocean Downs when we did controlled burnouts,” he said.

Rothermel said his organization is prepared to take various measures to keep the events in town.

“What we’ve had is an event that had a great reputation in town getting sullied by the hangers on,” he said.

“We want [police] to arrest people and get them off the streets if they are a problem.”

The Motor Event Task Force plans to meet again in January and eventually will take recommendations to the mayor and council for consideration.

tion about what the motorist was thinking of doing.

“On the criminal side, we’ve had opinions from States Attorney Beau Oglesby, and it doesn’t rise to that,” he said. “It’s not on the books, so to speak.”

While noting that Sen. Jim Mathias was formerly mayor of Ocean City, G. Hale Harrison of the Harrison Group Resort Hotels, suggested lobbying Annapolis legislators to amend the legal solutions available.

“Should we ask our state legislators?” he said. “Obviously, this is a problem [and] obviously people are being injured.”

During last October’s Endless Summer Cruisin’ event, a man was fatally struck by a Maryland State Police patrol car at 76th Street after allegedly running into the vehicle’s path. Another man was seriously injured after being hit by a 1998 Chevy Camaro on Coastal Highway near 54th Street.

The legal possibilities are continuing to be explored, Buzzuro said.

“We are looking at this, but we recognize it may be an uphill battle,” he said.

During his introductory remarks, Mayor Rick Meehan told the group that the initial purpose of events like Cruisin’ when they were introduced decades ago was to attract tourists during the offseason.

Since that time, he said, the growth of classic car events, OC BikeFest and the unsanctioned H2O International event also created a new set of problems.

“We need to find ways to make the events better and connect them with the town,” he said.

Bob Rothermel of TEAM Productions, which organizes the Cruisin’ events with Jack Hennen’s Special Event Productions, said the show launched in 1978 as the Ocean City Hot Rod and Custom Car Show and the Cruisin’ moniker was adopted in 1991.

While only 250 cars registered for the first year, Rothermel said organizers now limit that number to 3,200 vehicles.

“How many cars are in town? I’ve heard numbers of 5,000-6,000 or more cars in town that weekend,” he said.

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Gehrig concerned over Cruisin’ event terms Discussion centers around previously signed memo of understanding implications

By Greg Ellison Staff Writer (Dec. 22, 2017) Ocean City Councilman John Gehrig turned a postevent review of October’s Endless Summer Cruisin’ event into a discussion regarding a memo of understanding with event promoters at Monday’s City Council meeting.

Bob Rothermel of TEAM Productions, which co-produced the four-day car rally, presented details and financials from the fall car cruise’s 20th edition.

“From our perspective, everything went well from the convention center, where we lease, to the inlet parking lot, where we lease,” he said.

The weather was ideal for the 2,310 registered cars, Rothermel said. Highlights included a concert at the Performing Arts Center by a Highwayman tribute band, multiple car parades and a LED light show downtown.

In addition to paying the town more than $51,000 in direct fees, Rothermel said charitable organizations also received financial support.

“We donated money to the American Red Cross because of the hurricane issues, and also the American Cancer Society,” he said.

Under the terms of a memo of understanding signed three years ago between the show’s promoters and the city, the promoters must present a review to the council shortly after the event.

After reviewing the MOU, Gehrig asked if that evening’s presentation satisfied the promoters’ requirement for execution of services included in the current agreement.

“I just want to confirm the promoter has met terms of MOU, and per

this clause that there’s an automatic one-year extension,” he said.

While noting the council is simply honoring an existing agreement, Gehrig moved to confirm the event is on track for next year.

His motion was that “it’s the will of the City Council that we acknowledge the promoter has met the terms of MOU and they can proceed with the planning of the event in 2018.”

During his presentation, Rothermel said hundreds of cars have already registered for the 21st annual event scheduled for Oct. 2018.

To permit discussion on Gehrig’s suggestion, Councilman Matt James seconded the motion.

Councilman Dennis Dare sought clarification on Gehrig’s motion.

“That wasn’t on the agenda,” he said. “We already voted on spring 2018.”

Gehrig said his intention was to confirm terms were met, as short of a material breach of the agreement by the promoter, the terminating party would be liable for expenses.

“I’d rather not have us exposed to any more out-of-pocket costs because the promotion of the event is underway,” he said. “Given the recent events, I want the promoter, I want all of us, to know what our will is.”

For his part, Dare advocated a wait-and-see approach.

“My will is to have an acceptable event in the spring and then consider having additional events,” he said.

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“I would also like to see the additional costs for police so that we have the total package,” she said. “I, for one, do like to have the item on the agenda so I can study it personally.”

James then had second thoughts on his second and decided the motion was unnecessary.

“I think Mr. Rothermel recognized a desire from the community to make the event more acceptable for our residents that live here,” he said. “I think the event is only going to get better, but for the specific motion I’m not sure it needs to be made.”

Mayor Rick Meehan said it was important to acknowledge the promoters report meets the terms of the agreement to eliminate any subsequent confusion and asked City Solicitor Guy Ayres if a motion was needed.

“I don’t think it requires … a motion because I think it speaks for itself,” Ayres said.

Gehrig, while agreeing the motion was likely unnecessary, repeated the financial liability concerns.

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“I’m just confirming what we’ve already done,” he said. “Here’s a copy.”

Dare again noted the agreement wasn’t included as part of that evening’s agenda.

“I think it’s out of order to even have a motion,” he said. “I didn’t review it with this motion in mind.”

Momentarily changing the focus, Councilman Wayne Hartman inquired about potentially changing the fee structures paid by the event organizers.

“From my understanding of this, the fees are as old as the event,” he said.

Rothermel said associated charges paid to the town have been established a bit more recently.

“They’re not as old as the event, but at least for this MOU period,” he said.

Hartman elected to abstain from voting on Gehrig’s motion until receiving financial details of the fees paid.

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Holiday schedule for Worcester Co. gov’t departments

(Dec. 22, 2017) Worcester County government offices, including the Worcester County Recreation Center and the County Library, will be closed Monday, Dec. 25 and Monday, Jan. 1, in observance of the Christmas and New Year’s holidays.

In addition, the Worcester County government will be open the week of Dec. 26-29 from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Saturday, Dec. 23, the central landfill in Newark will be open from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., and the homeowner convenience centers in Berlin, Pocomoke and Snow Hill will be open from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

The central landfill and homeowner convenience centers will be closed Dec. 24 and 25, and resume standard hours of operation Tuesday, Dec. 26; and closed Monday, Jan. 1, and resume standard hours of operation Tuesday, Jan. 2.

All locations of the county library will be closed Saturday, Dec. 23 and Monday, Dec. 25, and resume standard hours of operation on Tuesday, Dec. 26. For the New Year’s holiday, library locations will close at 1 p.m. on Dec. 30 and will be closed on Monday, Jan. 1. Standard library hours of operation will resume on Tuesday, Jan. 2.

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Frontier Town expansion denied Sun Communities’ attorney says he will seek refund for EDUs already purchased

By Brian Gilliland Associate Editor (Dec. 22, 2017) A 213-campsite expansion to Frontier Town was put on hold this week as Worcester County Commissioners Diana Purnell, Ted Elder, Chip Bertino and Jim Bunting voted to deny a request for 71 additional EDUs to serve the campsites.

The rejection comes based on a plan the commissioners ratified in September that divides the remaining EDUs available at the Mystic Harbour Sanitary Service Area into priority categories in two areas: north and south.

Included in that plan was a transfer of six EDUs from the north area to the south, where Frontier Town is, to cover a shortfall discovered during the process of allocating the EDUs to the theme park and campground.

Sun Communities purchased 166 EDUs from the county in March at a cost of about $1.28 million to transition the park from septic to public services. Included in that deal was an agreement for Frontier Town to build, and eventually deed to the county, a pumping station to ensure wastewater flow.

Currently, Sun Communities cannot use the EDUs it purchased without

the pumping station, Assistant Chief Administrative Officer Kelly Shannahan confirmed.

With that deal in place, and following a rezoning approval to provide for a 213-site campground expansion on an adjacent property, Sun Communities sought an additional 71 EDUs to service the expansion.

The problem is the south area doesn’t have 71 EDUs to sell.

According to the county, the area only has 55 remaining EDUs and the September plan ranks Frontier Town at seventh in its list of priorities, behind infill development south of the airport, vacant or multi-lot properties, Assateague Greens golf course, the Ocean City Airport, clubhouse and the Humane Society and several others.

The north area of the Mystic Harbour Sanitary Service Area has 298 EDUs left to sell.

Commissioner Joe Mitrecic moved to fulfill Frontier Town’s request by moving additional EDUs from the north area to the south based on the previous transfer of six. Mitrecic’s motion was seconded by Commissioner Bud Church. The motion was defeated as only Commissioner Merrill Lockfaw joined the idea.

Attorney for Sun Communities Hugh Cropper said he would advise his client to seek a full refund of the 166 EDUs the theme park had already purchased, the $71,000 his client supplied

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Jessica Wilson, enterprise fund controller for the county, which includes the water/wastewater funds, said she is not aware of the county ever offering refunds on the sale of EDUs. The Mystic Harbour Wastewater Treatment Plant was expanded based on the county government’s ability to sell EDUs to pay back the loan used to fund the expansion. Wilson said the county needed to sell 20 EDUs per year to keep current with the loan payments.

If the loan burden is not met, the cost reverts to the taxpayers to cover.

Wilson said the county could continue to make payments on the loan until July without selling any additional EDUs. The motion to deny Frontier Town’s request succeeded along the same lines as Mitrecic’s failed motion, with Purnell, Elder, Bunting and Bertino in favor.

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ON DUTY Two U.S. Coast Guard officers perform routine maintenance on the “Aids to Navigation” tower just off the north jetty of the Ocean City inlet, last Wednesday. Conditions were not ideal at the time, with a gale-force wind advisory in effect and a wind chill of 13 degree Fahrenheit.

Council plans on honoring contract with Cruisin’ event Continued from Page 7 with what the facts are here,” he said.

“If we’re thinking about terminating, we’re just exposing ourselves to more and more cost.”

Dare again noted making decisions on future Cruisin’ events was not included in the meeting agenda.

“I didn’t review the agreement in preparation for this since we are just receiving a report,” he said.

For his part, Gehrig said reviewing the MOU seemed vital prior to receiving the event wrap.

“I can’t help you guys prepare,” he said.

Siding with Dare, Martin said councilmembers do not typically memorize precise details of previous agreements.

“Councilman Gehrig, in my opinion, went off the agenda and started bringing in an MOU that was written three and a half years ago,” he said.

“You had it in front of you studying it, you were prepared for this meeting, I don’t believe anyone else was.”

Circling back to Gehrig’s comment about ending the Cruisin’ events, James clarified what was previously debated.

“I don’t think we’ve discussed terminating anything,” he said. “If [Rothermel’s] met his obligation. there’s been no discussion up here to not honor our obligation.”

James also noted the recently formed Motor Events Task Force held its first meeting last Thursday and would bring suggestions to the council early next year.

“If you’re referring to the issues that have been brought to our attention, like I said before, Mr. Rothermel came with some ideas to the meeting we had last week,” he said. “I think as a group, and as a community, we’ll work together to make the event(s) better.”

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Planning Commission digs for housing size standards

By Greg Ellison Staff Writer (Dec. 22, 2017) Establishing minimum space requirements for seasonal employee housing dominated the discussion of a site plan for a redevelopment project at 16 Baltimore Avenue that was presented for approval to the Planning and Zoning Commission on Tuesday.

The mixed-use project plans call for a four-story structure with 1,000 square feet of retail space on the first floor and three floors of housing for 52 total employees.

Lorenda Birch, who also operates the adjacent Rideau Motor Inn, owns the property. Presenting her case was attorney Joseph Moore, who said after reviewing the city’s’ comprehensive plan, and recently proposed updates that both versions stress the need for housing for seasonal workers.

“This is what the comprehensive plan envisions,” he said. “Student housing above and commercial on the first floor.”

From previous experience with other redevelopment projects, Moore said the need for adequate, updated housing is clear and praised the architectural plans created by MAD Design president Harry How III. “Harry has designed what are virtually bedrooms and apartments,” he said. “They have all of the amenities which many existing student housing locations don’t have in Ocean City.”

The project received funding from the Maryland Department of Community and Housing Development with assistance from the Ocean City Development Corporation, whose Executive Director Glenn Irwin became involved after learning the site needed updating.

“The building was not habitable for at least a year and that’s what got us involved,” he said. “This is the fourth project we’ve pursued strategic demolition monies for and received.”

Highlighting several concerns related to the expanded housing, including on-site management, commission member Peck Miller attempted to elicit a precise definition.

“This is classified as employee housing, a boardinghouse [or] what?” he said.

Zoning Administrator Frank Hall admitted that was a difficult question to answer.

“We are playing with that definition at the moment,” he said.

Miller inquired if a boardinghouse designation altered required space allocations for employees.

“I didn’t do those calculations,” Miller said. “I looked at it as employee housing.”

Lacking clarity regarding the definition of employee housing and property management oversight, Miller expressed reluctance to approve the plan.

“We need employee housing, but I

think before we start voting on these we need to know what it is,” he said.

“There’s a big difference between a boardinghouse and employee housing … [and] I’m not sure that these aren’t all boardinghouses.”

While acknowledging the commission has previously discussed improving the definition of employee housing, Miller said he classified this project as employee housing based on recent project precedents.

“We’ve worked with the applicants, and in the motions made that it is to be for employee housing and not a boardinghouse, which locks it in,” he said. “If they change it to a boardinghouse, they have to come back.”

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By Greg Ellison Staff Writer (Dec. 22, 2017) Ocean City buses will be free to ride and easier to find on New Year’s Eve, as the resort launches its a new bus locator phone app with real time locations and precise arrival times.

Communications Manager Jessica Waters said the TransLoc Rider app, which is also accessible through web browser or text, is currently in the test phase and would go live at the end of the month.

“We know New Year’s Eve is a big night for using public transportation, so we thought it would be a good time to do the preview,” she said. “We’re still working out some kinks, but it has been pretty smooth so far.”

Several years ago, Ocean City began investigating methods to provide a safer and more pleasant experience for mass transit riders, Waters said.

“The number one question we get is, ‘Where’s the bus,’” she said. “It’s been a priority for the Transportation Committee for quite sometime.”

Well aware comparable technology was widely used in larger urban areas, Waters said the town wanted to provide a similar experience for visitors.

“The people from the city expect it and it’s the conveniences of the city we want to bring here,” she said.

The TransLoc Rider app, which is available for both iOS and Android devices, permits users to program favorite routes, Waters said.

“It’s kind of like a GPS system,” she said. “I can see the bus moving on my [phone] screen.”

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Continued from Page 11 Buckley, while appreciating Miller’s concern, said housing needs still exist.

“We don’t have a strict guideline for this and we all know we need the housing, there’s no question. It’s just a matter of being consistent across the board,” she said.

Miller also raised concerns about a lack of on-site supervision for the more than four-dozen seasonal employees, generally young J-1 students, who would live at the location.

Moore had proposed Birch would essentially be on-site while operating the adjacent Rideau Motel.

“If that is the requirement that you would have, we’ll have that,” he said.

“We can have on-site management.”

Commission member Palmer Gillis asked if the building could be converted to condominiums at some point.

Irwin said the housing units are designed as dormitories not apartments.

“To change a dormitory into a forsale apartment or condo, you’d be ripping out the whole interior to make that work,” he said.

Buckley said she has learned to expect the unexpected during her time with planning and zoning.

“Oh, we’ve seen stranger things — this is Ocean City,” she said.

Although Gillis said he was impressed and planned to vote for approval, he had concerns about the square footage per person.

“Plywood comes in two sizes, 4 by 8 and 4 by 10, and you’re putting seven people in a 4 by 10 space,” he said. “I think when we’re rewriting this, some attention needs to be done with size allocations. That’s less than what a prison cell has.”

With those concerns left for future discussions, the commission voted to approve the site plan, contingent on three conditions: 24-hour on-site management; no condominium conversions, and 51 percent of employees housed must work for Birch or an associated business.

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Snowy owls come back to Assateague island

By Brian Gilliland Associate Editor (Dec. 22, 2017) While filming a video for Worcester County Tourism about snowy owls and the occasional irruptions that cause them to migrate farther south than they normally, Jim Rapp discovered his subject was closer than he thought.

“I was out at [Gudelsky Park] filming when I got word there was one hanging around Assateague Island,” Rapp said.

“I write the script and then Dave Messick goes out and shoots B-roll based on that.

I come to find out he’s been shooting snowy owls for about a week.”

The video Rapp and Messick produced is scheduled to launch today on social media by the county tourism department.

Rapp is a co-founder of Conservation Community Consulting, which runs several bird-oriented events including Delmarva Birding Weekends that run throughout the year. The next scheduled trip is the Winter Birding Weekend, set for Jan. 26-28.

“It’s one of the things that makes winter travel to the beach great — this big, glorious white bird. I don’t know if it’s Harry Potter or anything else, but I’m so excited people are so enamored that they will go to the beach on a cold, blustery winter day for the chance to see one,” Rapp said.

It helps that the odds of actually seeing one seem to be in the people’s favor.

Rapp said he’s been successful in finding

a snowy owl when he’s gone looking more often than not, and Lisa Challenger, director of Worcester tourism, said people are not making the drive to search for owls for nothing.

“I think birding in general has brought people here but people also love snowy owls. I think Harry Potter made them famous, and the irruption gives people a better chance to see them,” she said.

Irruptions occur when snowy owls leave their Arctic homes and travel much farther south than usual. Smaller irruptions occur about every five years, but every so often untold thousands of the birds leave the nest.

The winter of 2013-14 was one of those years, and snowy owls have been sighted near Assateague every year since.

Ornithologists and enthusiasts created projectsnowstorm.org, a website dedicated to tracking irruptions. Previously injured but rehabilitated birds are fitted with tracking systems that ping the website whenever the owl is in range.

For long periods during the year, they “go dark” while in the frozen north.

Come irruption time, the raptors’ travels are documented.

During the big year of 2013-14, snowy owls went as far south as Florida, and some even turned up in Bermuda.

Rapp said the data show the irruptions are tied to food, but not the lack of it — rather, an abundance.

“The birds that are being found have good weight and are healthy,” he said.

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This Snowy owl has reportedly been hanging around the state park side of Assateague Island for about a week. The owls trek south every so often for reasons that are not well understood. A large migration of owls, called an irruption, occurred in winter 2013 with Snowy owls being sighted as far south as Florida.

Rapp said the birds might just want something different to eat.

“We’ve seen them ping a couple of miles offshore, and found them hanging out on buoys,” he said.

In their native habitat, Rapp said snowy owls feast on rodents and small birds, but out on the water, find different prey.

“They’re going after scoters and other sea ducks — these are big ducks and are totally aquatic, but when the snowy owls

are here, they’re doing really well,” Rapp said. “Why they’re here is a major mystery, and the hope is the technology will solve it.”

As with viewing any wildlife, Rapp, Challenger and Messick all said the goal is to not disturb the snowy owls, because annoying the owls will just cause them to move on, so other people won’t be able to catch a glimpse.

“Use your zoom. The cameras get close so you don’t have to,” Rapp said.

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Canal dredging low bid may allow more work to be done

By Greg Ellison Staff Writer (Dec. 22, 2017) With the low bid for a trio of canal dredging projects nearly $200,000 under the budgeted amount, the Ocean City Council on Monday opted to remand the matter to staff to explore expanding the effort.

Engineering Manager Paul Mauser said the work includes canals 54 and 57 in the Caine Woods neighborhood in north Ocean City, as well as canal 2A, located just south of Teal Drive near 15th Street.

“This would be three total canals and each canal is surrounded by two streets,” he said.

Council Secretary Mary Knight read three bids into record, with Berlin-based Brittingham Construction & Landscape submitting the lowest price at more than $271,000.

Recognizing the bid was significantly under the $450,000 included in the fiscal year 2018 budget, Councilman Wayne Hartman moved to remand the matter to staff for further review.

“Since this is below what we had budgeted … is there permitting in place where we could expand the work based on that low bid price if agreeable to all parties?” he said.

Contingent on the contractor’s willingness and the availability of the required permits, the matter could be examined, Mauser said.

“Right now, we have a number of canals out for permit,” he said. “There’s plenty of work out there.”

Based on Mauser’s opinion, Hartman amended his motion.

“If it’s agreeable by the contractor and the town … that we allocate work up to the $450,000 that’s budgeted,” he said.

Councilman Dennis Dare suggested staff prepare a report detailing which canals are in the pipeline for dredging permits.

“I think we’re getting a little ahead of ourselves,” he said. “I agree it’s something we can do more of, but we have to get that information.”

Dare also noted the city restricts work on dredging projects from June 1 to Sept.

15.

Council President Lloyd Martin acknowledged Hartman’s sentiments to get the maximum work done within budget limits.

“Send it back to staff to review the bids and find out where we’re at and bring it back to us,” he said. “Then we can make this call.”

Noting there are numerous canals that require dredging, Hartman said his motion would be contingent on all parties reaching agreement for any additional work.

“It’s not saying we’re going to do it [but] just to allow us to spend up to the budgeted amount,” he said. “It will improve waterways, improve property values and give people the use of their waterfront that they’re paying for.”

The council voted unanimously to send the matter back for further staff review.

“They’ll come back with recommendations on future streets that we’ll be able to work through and spend up to $450,000,” Martin said.

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The National Park Service is considering raising that fee from $5 per person for a seven-day pass to $10 per person to bring the rate in line with what other parks charge.

“We certainly want to keep recreational use of the park affordable,” Park Superintendant Deborah Darden said. “With this change, we will keep our prices in line with other National Seashores around the country.”

The park service estimates about 2.3 million people visit the National Seashore each year.

“Eighty percent of the money collected from entrance and camping fees stays right here at Assateague to improve facilities, infrastructure, and

visitor services,” Darden said.

Entrance fees for non-commercial groups visiting the park by bus are not charged to persons under 16 years of age or to holders of the America the Beautiful National Parks and Federal Recreational Senior, Access, Military, and Every Kid in a Park (fourth grade) passes. These passes may be obtained at the seashore.

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Liquor board expands Ocean Downs license Three others awarded new or expanded licenses by board during regular mtg.

By Brian Gilliland Associate Editor (Dec. 22, 2017) Ocean Downs General Manager Bobbi Sample gained approval to expand the casino’s existing liquor license into the 35,000-squarefoot addition coming online soon, and three other county businesses were granted new or transferred existing licenses during Wednesday’s monthly meeting of the Board of License Commissioners.

The area the casino expansion rests on was already approved for alcohol

sales under the existing license, but because it’s now enclosed, the existing license had to be amended.

The expansion includes about 10,000 square feet of public gaming space, including table games, a full service restaurant plus event, office and support space totaling about 35,000 square feet.

This is in addition to the 25,000 square feet of gaming space already at the casino.

Sample said she hoped to have the certificate of occupancy for the new facility by the end of the week, but state inspectors will need to visit to approve the table games before the expansion can be opened to the public.

Unlike other liquor licenses in

Worcester County, the casino is not subject to entertainment restrictions and can serve alcohol until 4 a.m., as was written into state law.

“We don’t control their entertainment unless there’s a screw-up,” Billy Esham, board chairman, said. “We’re here about the beverage service.”

The board of Esham, Marty Pusey and Charles Nichols approved the expansion unanimously.

Mallards on the River formally took over the license awarded to the Riverside Grill in Pocomoke City, with all of the same restrictions the previous licensee had, including outside liquor service and live entertainment four nights per week.

Although the owners had two previ-

ous violations, one for serving an underage person about 11 years ago and another for a person leaving the premises with an open container, the board unanimously approved the transfer.

Burn Wood Fired Pizza in Berlin owner Vincent Sebastian transferred his license for Vinny’s Pizza and Italian Grill on Philadelphia Avenue. Sebastian told the board he was unsure if Vinny’s would remain open next season, but if the business did reopen next year, he would run it without offering beer or wine.

Finally, the Sushi Café on 137th Street bayside was granted a beer and wine license, after the owner said he had several requests from customers to offer adult beverages.

Worcester releases audited financial report Revenues, expenses up over last year; retirement savings present budget challenge

By Brian Gilliland Associate Editor (Dec. 22, 2017) Worcester County’s Finance Department presented the annual Comprehensive Annual Financial Report to the commissioners this past Tuesday, which is the total of the

county’s audited financial transactions for the year.

Revenues and expenses are expressed in the form of net position, an accounting term highlighting the difference between the initial cost of an item and its final value. For example, if 100 fidget spinners were purchased for $1 each, but sell for $10 each, then the net position would be +$900 since the initial investment cost of $100 is deducted from the profits.

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The county recorded a net position of $202 million in revenue from governmental activities, up from about $191 million last year. The bulk of the increases come from taxes, with property taxes generating almost $130.2 million in revenue.

Income tax value also jumped about $5 million based on the half-percent hike to the regressive income tax in the county from 1.25 to 1.75 percent effective last year. Income taxes generated a nearly $18 million net position in 2016, which swelled to almost $23 million in 2017.

Another $2 million was generated from other local taxes, which increased from about $28.2 million to about $30.1 million.

County investments also paid off well, as interest income changed from about $210,000 in 2017 to nearly $475,000 in 2017.

Governmental expenses were also up from about $194 million to about $198 million, with small increases spread over a number of divisions, like the Board of Education, Public Works and Public Safety.

The value of the county’s businesstype activities, such as solid waste, water and wastewater and the remains of the liquor control department, increased slightly after a $2.3 million loss in 2016 and a $167,000 loss this year, but was bolstered by a $1.3 million infusion from the general government fund.

In 2016, the government’s business activities started at a value of about $55.76 million and ended at $53.45 million, losing $2.3 million of value. In 2017, with the addition of $1.3 million from the general fund offsetting the further $167,000 loss, the year ended with $54.6 million Another issue the commissioners have grappled with over the past couple of years is funding health care for its retirees, called Other Post-Employment Benefits. As of July 1, 2016, the most recent actuarial valuation, the county has funded a little better than 60 percent of its OPEB cost at almost $46 million on a $74.5 million liability. The Board of Education, included in these figures though not every county does so, is much farther behind with almost $21 million on a $181.5 million liability.

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County, towns comment on new state development plan Municipal representatives and commissioners outline hopes for statewide effort

By Brian Gilliland Associate Editor (Dec. 22, 2017) As they continue their statewide tour of “listening sessions,” Maryland Department of Planning officials attended the Worcester County Commissioners meeting this week and were joined by representatives from Ocean City, Berlin, Snow Hill and Pocomoke City.

The sessions are part of the initial outreach as the planning department begins to create a statewide development plan, part of which will include how the state department can help local departments.

Berlin Mayor Gee Williams spoke first, and said fighting stereotypes of lower shore residents at the state level should be the first thing that happens.

“The appearance that we live here because we’re not educated enough to live over the bridge” has to stop, Williams said. “We need to talk about it so we can overcome it.”

Williams added that the relations between lower shore communities and state government has never been better, but still have a long way to go.

“I don’t want to have a subservient relationship with the state,” he said.

“The stereotyping needs to stop.”

A specific concern of Williams is information access, in that Berlin officials often can’t view data entered by the town into state systems.

“A designated individual should have access to the data we provide to the state. We need to know where we are in real time,” he said. “It’s not that it could be done, but that it should be done.”

Ocean City Mayor Rick Meehan said the unique character and economy of Ocean City should be taken into account when plans are formulated at the state level.

“Ocean City is recognized as a rural area, but the reality of that is different,” he said. “Our development is based on one thing: tourism.”

The dual nature of the resort as one of the state’s largest cities during the summer and one of its smallest municipalities during the winter needs to be taken into account in statewide plans, Meehan said.

Right now, Meehan said, the resort is in a redevelopment phase, and the leadership is focused on maintaining its bones — the beach, the roads and other infrastructure.

“Other resorts grow old all at once,” he said. “We’re focused on meeting the demands of 2018 and beyond.”

The commissioners also offered their own observations.

“Gov. Larry Hogan has taken a new approach to how government should work,” Commissioner Bud Church said, and noted it was a positive sign he hoped would continue.

Commissioner Ted Elder reinforced the idea that Worcester is an unusual conglomeration of communities, and that all should be respected for their own strengths during the planning process.

Elder was joined by Commissioner Jim Bunting in the opinion that the state plan should be a guideline more than a rule, and that the best planning occurs locally.

“The plan isn’t a sheet that you pull over everything, but a quilt made up of individual parts,” Robert McCord, acting secretary of the Maryland Department of Planning, said.

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Berlin family to rebuild after historic home catches fire

By Josh Davis Associate Editor (Dec. 22, 2017) Hank and Julie Koenig of Berlin are rebuilding their home, following a fire at their 100year-old residence on South Main Street last week that destroyed family heirlooms and claimed the lives of two beloved housecats.

The home, built in 1914 and known locally as “The Pruitt House,” had been featured during Victorian Christmas tours of Berlin.

Linda Walls, Julie Koenig’s sister, said she was on her way to Newark last Tuesday when she got a phone call delivering the bad news.

According to Walls, Julie accidentally left her cellphone at home that morning and was busy at work, at a doctor’s office West Ocean City, when neighbors reported the fire to the Berlin Fire Company. Other responders included fire departments in Showell, Ocean Pines, Newark and Ocean City.

After receiving a call at work, Julie went home at about 1:30 p.m. and the house was still ablaze. Hank arrived later, followed by their son, Lucas, and daughter, Lindsay, who drove from her home in Baltimore.

“They were in shock, as anybody would be, and, of course, grieving,” Walls said, last Wednesday.

She remembers standing on front porch with the Koenigs, Tuesday night, surveying the damage with flashlights.

“It was an electric fire, according to the preliminary findings of the fire marshal,” Walls said. “It came from the den and the desk and the computer area. The left side of the house was especially involved … you could see scorch marks all the way up to the attic dormers. And there were several places where the roof had holes in it.”

She said all the windows were shattered, many of which were original to when the home was built.

The fire, Walls said, did slightly less damaged the right side of the house, although smoke and water damage persisted throughout.

“It was very much in the air still – the results of the fire and the odor,” she said. “I know I was coughing a lot.”

The Koenigs celebrated their annual Christmas party the previous Saturday and were known for their love of holiday. The house was heavily decorated, inside and out, with tinsel, lights and scores of antique decorations. Walls said one tree in the home had about 1,500 ornaments.

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By Josh Davis Associate Editor (Dec. 22, 2017) Pocomoke City Councilwoman Esther Troast continues to provide updates on hospitalized Mayor Bruce Morrison, who remains at Christiana Hospital in Newark, Delaware following a subdural hematoma on Nov. 29.

Troast, on Monday night, said she was “wishing I could tell you that our beloved mayor and my dear friend would be making it back to his town to spend Christmas. Although we don’t think that will happen this year, this girl can still make that her holiday wish.�

Troast said Morrison was moved to a step-down unit and given a feeding tube and is “making baby steps

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Ocean City offices closed for holiday Christmas tree dropoff at 100th Street starting Tues. and runs through Jan. 15 (Dec. 22, 2017) The Town of Ocean City administrative offices will be closed on Friday, Dec. 22, and Monday, Dec. 25, in observance of the Christmas holiday.

There will be no trash collection on Monday, Dec. 25. Monday’s trash will be picked up on Tuesday, Dec. 26.

Also beginning Dec. 26, the Town of Ocean City will once again provide

a free Christmas tree drop-off site at the 100th Street Municipal Parking Lot. Trees can be placed in the northeast corner of the 100th Street lot Dec. 26 through Jan. 15.

Remove all tinsel, ornaments and other non-wooden items from the tree. Trees collected at the site are taken to the county landfill, where they are recycled.

Citizens should also be reminded that Ocean City government’s administrative offices will be closed on Monday, Jan. 1, in observance of the New Year’s holiday. No trash collection will be offered on Monday, Jan.

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Also lost were two of three family cats, Bud-Bud, a large, yellow cat with a bent ear, and Oreo, who was black and white. Walls said both were about 15 years old.

“That was the toughest thing to hear, because they’re so close to their cats and always have been over the years,” she said. “They usually have about three or four cats at a time, and they’re all gigantic and they all live their lifespan with them. They’ve had probably three generations of cats – maybe four – in that house.

“For all of them it’s so hard, but Hank is just such an animal lover,” Walls added. “He loves all animals, but especially cats.”

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Walls said the family was humbled by the outpouring of community support that started immediately after news of the fire spread.

“So many loving people they knew and people they didn’t know were walking up to the sidewalk [last Tuesday] … saying ‘we want to help, what can we do to help?’” Walls said. “It’s really hard for them to except help, because they’re giving people and receiving is difficult for them.”

A GoFundMe page, as of Monday, raised $11,415 of a $10,000 goal in just five days.

Sherrie Beckstead set up the page, designed to cover noninsured expenses associated with the fire.

“We have known the Koenig Family since they moved to South Main Street [in 1995]. Our children grew up together and have shared commemorative moments as families and friends,” Beckstead said. “Our entire family and all of the neighbors are deeply saddened. Julie and Hank exemplify the passion and pride of the Berlin family community.”

Walls, in an email on Friday, added it “just blows my mind how folks in Berlin have been mobilizing to help in a myriad of amazing ways.” “[Hank and Julie] would like to thank the five volunteer fire companies who responded, neighbors, friends and local churches who offered immediate prayers and comfort, the Beckstead family who set up a GoFundMe page, the Facebook community for providing donations and words of encouragement, the Waystead Inn, Ivy Wells and the Town of Berlin, and all the folks, both known and unknown, who have offered a helping hand, supplies, prayers, donations and love,” she said. “Out of this trying time has emerged an abundance of goodness.”

She said the Koenigs are planning on “rehabbing wherever possible and

rebuilding the sections [on the home] where the fire was worse.”

The Berlin Welcome Center is accepting donations on behalf of the family, which can be dropped off Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., except Dec. 22 and 26, or mailed to Berlin Welcome Center, 14 South Main Street, Berlin, Maryland, 21811.

Walls said items needed include gift cards to Home Depot, Marshall’s, Goodwill, ReStore, Dollar General and local restaurants.

A list of additional items needed include: • Small and medium storage bins with lids and handles, or larger bins with wheels • Battery-powered or solar lanterns • Battery-operated motion lights • AA, C and D batteries • Canned or bagged cat food • Cleaning products to clean soot from glassware, wood and other surfaces • Paper towels and soft rags for cleanings • Buckets • Sandwich and quart-sized freezer bags • Large trashcans with lids and trash bags • Breathing masks to use while cleaning the home • Quilted or cushioned containers for packing dishware and glassware, including clean, empty egg cartons • Boxes and bins designed for packing ornaments • Insulated mailing bags for packing wall art • Bubble wrap • Bottled water and healthy snacks for volunteers, including granola or energy bars, juice boxes and apples • Bath towels, new or old, for packing For questions, contact Walls at 410-758-7335.

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Newark woman killed in Berlin wreck, Sunday

By Josh Davis Associate Editor (Dec. 22, 2017) Newark resident June Gravenor, 73, died as a result of a car accident in Berlin that occurred at about 10:20 p.m. on Sunday evening.

According to police, Gravenor was traveling south on Route 113 and Bay Street in a Kia Soul when her car collided at a traffic light with 19-year-old Berlin resident Cody Bunting, traveling east on Bay Street in a jeep.

Police reported Gravenor was taken by Berlin EMS to Atlantic General Hospital and then was airlifted to Shock Trauma in Baltimore, where she later died.

Rescue personnel from Showell apparently took Bunting to Peninsula Regional Medical Center in Salisbury. He had non-life-threatening injuries and was released, according to police.

Berlin Police Chief Arnold Downing said alcohol was involved, but did not necessarily contribute to the accident.

He said police are looking into phone records and waiting for medical reports.

“There is an outstanding witness.

A black male was in a vehicle at the opposite intersection when the accident occurred and spoke to deputies, but did not leave his information,” Downing said. “We’re waiting to make contact with him. We believe we have a phone number for a witness and we’re hoping it’s the same individual.”

No charges are being filed at this time and police are not assigning fault, Downing said. The investigation is ongoing.

Anyone with information is asked to contact the Berlin Police Department at 410-641-1333.

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By Greg Ellison Staff Writer (Dec. 22, 2017) In addition to luring a drug dealer from Baltimore reportedly hoping to offload several ounces of heroin, a months-long undercover investigation by the Ocean City Police Narcotics Unit nabbed 21 suspects, with more arrests pending.

On Dec. 1, Sharif Talib was arrested after undercover officers, who had allegedly bought heroin and cocaine from the suspect, set up a meeting in West Ocean City to buy a large quantity of heroin.

Police said when officers attempted to arrest Talib, he struck a Maryland State Police vehicle before speeding off towards Ocean City.

“During the brief pursuit of Talib, he threw a plastic bag with powder

out the passenger window and it burst against a chain link fence,” police said. “Talib entered Ocean City traveling the wrong way on to Northbound Philadelphia Avenue, where he crashed into the median and struck the wooden median barriers.”

Once apprehended, Talib was charged with first-degree assault, assault on law enforcement, possession with intent to distribute, as well as distribution of heroin and cocaine.

The estimated street value of the drugs Talib allegedly possessed was more than $82,000, according to police.

“This would have been enough heroin to put over 2,700 capsules of heroin on the streets in Worcester County and Ocean City,” police said.

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Other allied law enforcement agencies assisting with the investigation were the Worcester County Criminal Enforcement Team, the Ocean City Police Special Enforcement Team and the OCPD Quick Response Team.

Police said the investigation was launched in downtown Ocean City in September in an effort to reduce thefts, burglaries and car break-ins by infiltrating street level drug distribution networks.

Other suspects arrested during the investigation: • Leon Alfonso Johnson, 39, of Salisbury, charged with distribution of crack cocaine, powder cocaine, and oxycodone.

• Michael Lee Sellers, 39, of Salisbury, charged with distribution of heroin, crack cocaine and powder cocaine.

• Violitus Scott, 37, of Salisbury and Cherice Johnson, 37, of Salisbury, charged with possession and conspiracy to distribute crack cocaine.

• Samuel Alexander Bermudez, 24, of Ocean City, charged with distribution of Xanax and possession of Hydromorphone.

• Joseph Lawrence Weber Jr., 53, of Ocean City, charged with distribution of heroin.

• Troy David Teutsch, 35, of Ocean City, charged with distribution of Xanax and cannabis.

• Brendan Shay Burgey, 24, of Ocean City, charged with distribution of Xanax and cannabis.

• Joseph Othaniel Deshields, 54, of Berlin, charged with distribution of crack cocaine.

• Michael David Austin, 32, of Ocean City, charged with distribution of Xanax and Suboxone.

• Caitlin Bryanna Cottrell, 27, of Ocean City, charged with distribution of cocaine.

• Avery Madison Listmann, 18, of Ocean City, charged with distribution of cannabis.

• Joshua Kala-Jeffery Dubose, 21, of Ocean City, charged with distribution of cannabis.

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By Peter Ayers Wimbrow III Contributing Writer (Dec. 22,2017) This week, 80 years ago, Ernest Hemingway was spending Christmas in Barcelona, with his newest conquest, Martha Gellhorn — while his wife, Pauline, remained in the States.

The previous year, Martha was in Key West with her mother and brother for the Christmas holidays.

Her second book, “The Trouble I’ve Seen,” had just been published, and her marriage had just ended.

She was only 28, tall, blonde, beautiful, smart, and walked with a sway that’s rarely seen outside of movies. When she walked into Sloppy Joe’s, her one-piece black dress and high heels accented her lovely, long legs.

Of course, Sloppy Joe’s most famous customer, “Papa” Hemingway, was there. He was already a giant in literary circles, having authored “A Farewell To Arms,” “The Sun Also Rises” and “The Snows Of Kilimanjaro.”

Even though he was married — for the second time — he knew she was “the one.” She saw him several times before she left Key West. At their last meeting, they spoke of going to Spain. He gave her a copy of his latest book, “Death In The Afternoon,”

about bullfighting, which bore the inscription, “For the woman I am going to marry. Ernest. Key West. 1937.”

For her part, she thought him a, “big, splashy, funny man,” “instantly leavable,” and “not a grownup.”

Martha Gellhorn wanted to be where the action was her entire life.

She covered every war that occurred during her lifetime. When she was physically unable to cover them, she committed suicide. But, by then, she was 89, blind and terminally ill. But, right now, the action was in Spain, and she was determined to go there.

She got an assignment from Collier’s Weekly Magazine and made her way, on foot, across the Andorra/Spanish border, with a knapsack and $50. From there, she hitchhiked to Madrid.

Hemingway was already there. He was representing the North American Newspaper Alliance and being paid $1 per word. He had established himself in the Hotel Florida, and made sure that when Martha arrived, she secured a room on the same floor of the hotel. It was the unofficial headquarters for journalists and writers.

Ted Allan, a Canadian volunteer in the International Brigade, said “Everybody was there but Shakespeare!” It was also a rest stop for the See WORLD WAR II Page 27

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WORLD WAR II Continued from Page 26 members of the Abraham Lincoln Battalion, when they were in Madrid on leave — the use of his bathtub, some good liquor, some American delicacies. Unfortunately, one day one of them was disappointed to learn that the bathroom, and the tub, had been destroyed by a Nationalist artillery shell.

By the end of May, Ernest and Martha were back on this side of the Atlantic. Hemingway, or “Hem” as he was known to many, spent the summer in Bimini with his wife Pauline, except for an occasional jaunt to New York to see Martha. In August, Ernest and Martha returned to Spain. They sailed from New York to France, on separate ships. From Paris, they took the train to the border.

Hemingway had told his wife that he really held a high combat command in an effort to keep her away from Spain and Martha, and that his war correspondent status was merely a cover. Although she followed anyway, he was able to head her off at Paris.

They spent a miserable time at the Hotel Élysée, where Pauline threatened to jump from the balcony. Finally, they returned to New York, together. Martha was in Barcelona, where she spent the winter, although Hem joined her there for Christmas.

In 1938, she traveled to Prague to cover the dissolution of Czechoslova-

kia. Finally, Ernest had announced that he was divorcing Pauline so that he could marry Martha. But these things take time — back then, even longer — and there was now war between Finland and the USSR. So, Martha was off to Helsinki! In 1940, Martha returned to the States and “For Whom The Bell Tolls” was published and dedicated to her.

Her book, “A Stricken Field,” a novel set in occupied Prague, was also published that year. In November, she and Ernest were married.

Since Pauline had gotten the house in Key West, Ernest bought a house and 13 acres in the village of San Francisco de Paula, outside of La Habana, Cuba, where future dictator Fulgencio Batista had just been elected president.

The Hemingway digs were called La Finca Vigía (The Lookout Estate).

Prior to the purchase, on visits to the island, he had always stayed in Room 503 at the Hotel Ambos Mundos in Habana Vieja, on Calle Obispo.

The following year, he and Martha traveled to China to report on the war against the Japanese. There, they met Generalisimo Chiang Kai-shek and his wife, Madame Chiang.

After the U.S. and the República de Cuba entered the war, Ernest equipped the Pilar, his 38-foot fishing boat, with grenades and a machine gun, and got it recognized as an official “Q-ship.” This allowed him to avoid the wartime gasoline rationing

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restrictions.

He spent the next few years “defending” the Cuban coast from the Uboats of the German Kriegsmarine.

Actually, the time was spent more in fishing for marlin, while Martha accused him of wasting precious gasoline.

By 1943, she had to get back into the action, and when Earnest wouldn’t go with her, she headed to Europe alone, as the official war correspondent for Collier’s Magazine.

While she was covering the war from the Italian Front, she received an inquiry from her husband, “Are you a war correspondent, or a wife in my bed?” The end of their marriage was near. Finally, he came to England.

One night, as he was coming home from a party, he was involved in an

accident while with his girlfriend, Mary Welsh, who would become his fourth wife and widow. He was hospitalized with serious head trauma.

Martha returned from the front to see him. Instead of consoling him, she laughed at him. That was the end.

She divorced him in 1945.

Martha Gellhorn had a lifetime of her own accomplishments, and hated when people referred to her as a wife of Hemingway. She said that she didn’t want to be a footnote to someone else’s life. And she was the only one of Hemingway’s wives to leave him. But, unfortunately, Hemingway cast too great a shadow to avoid the footnote appellation. Ironically, both ended their own lives — he on July 2, 1961, she on February 15, 1998.

On April 22, 2008, the U.S. Postal Service issued a stamp honoring Martha.

In the 2012 TV movie, “Hemingway and Gellhorn,” they are portrayed, in Emmy winning performances, by Clive Owen and Nicole Kidman.

Next week: Time’s “Man-of-theYear” 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. Mr. Wimbrow can be contacted at: wimbrowlaw@gmail.com.

Happy Holidays from the Pocomoke Area Schools!

Thank you to all of our community partners and donors for your outstanding generosity this past year.

It takes an entire community to prepare our students to successfully navigate the challenges that lie ahead in our community and world. We are so grateful for the support that each of you offer to our students, staff, and schools in order to make our community a very special place to learn and work!

From Pocomoke Elementary, Middle, and High Schools, We wish you Happy Holidays, and a Happy, Prosperous New Year!

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OBITUARIES THOMAS MICHAEL KERR, SR. Ocean View Thomas Michael Kerr, Sr., age 82, of Ocean View, Delaware, died Wednesday, Nov. 1, 2017 at Beebe Medical Center of Lewes.

Mr. Kerr was born in Baltimore, and was the son of the late Charles Carroll and Laura Josephine (Arnold) Kerr.

Thomas Kerr Sr. He was a graduate of Loyola-Blakefield High School and the University of Baltimore. Professionally, he was a real estate appraiser, retiring from Household Bank Corporation. He continued working during retirement as a starter at Bayside Resort Golf Club in Fenwick Island, Delaware.

He was a member of St. Ann Catholic Church in Bethany Beach and a member of Ocean City Elks Lodge #2645. He also served in the United States Air Force.

He is survived by his wife, Jean S. Kerr; one daughter, Brigid Cummings and husband, Anthony, of Ellicott City, Maryland; one son, Thomas M. Kerr Jr. and wife, Kimberly, of Severna Park, Maryland; two step-daughters, Mollie LaPaglia and husband, Edward, of Baldwin, Maryland and Dale Schafert and husband, Rudolph, of Street, Maryland; one sister, Mary Jo Kerr of

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A Mass of Christian burial will be held 11 a.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 27, 2017 at St. Ann Catholic Church, 691 Garfield Pkwy., Bethany Beach, Delaware, with officiating. Friends may call one hour before the service.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in his memory to: The First Tee of Greater Baltimore, 303 International Circle, Suite T119, Hunt Valley, Maryland 21030, or The DePaul Program at Mount Saint Joseph High School, 4403 Frederick Avenue, Baltimore, Maryland 21229.

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PATTI JEAN FERRAER Bishopville Patti Jean Ferraer, age 64, passed away on Wednesday, Dec. 13, 2017, at Atlantic General Hospital.

Born in Washington, D.C., she was the daughter of Patrick Landolt and Barbara McDonald.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Edwin Ferraer, and son, Brian Shaffier.

She is survived by son, David Shaffier (Jeana); daughter, Angela Wallace; brother, Timothy Landolt (Mary); sister, Laurie Lawrence (Scott); six grandchildren, Allyson, Delonte, Jamar, Tyler, Codi and Presley, and one great-grandchild, Mariah.

Funeral service and interment will be private for family. Letters of condolence may be sent to the family at burbage@burbagefuneralhome.com.

MURIEL VIRGINIA FALLON Berlin Muriel Virginia Fallon, age 83, passed away on Saturday, Dec. 9, 2017 at Gull Creek Senior Living Community in Berlin.

Born in Queens, New York, she was the daughter of the late George and Virginia Neitzel Wood.

She is survived by her husband, Arthur Fallon, and sons, Paul Robert Fallon and his wife, Kathy, of Islip, New York, and Wayne Scott Fallon and his wife, Delores, of Deer Park, New York.

There are two grandchildren, Derek and Danielle Fallon. Also surviving is a brother, Edward Wood of El Cajon, California, and several nieces and nephews.

Preceding her in death were her siblings, Joseph Wood and Patricia Miller.

Mrs. Fallon had worked as a wirer and solderer for AIL (Eaton Defense Company.)

Funeral services will be private for the family. Letters of condolence may be sent via: www.burbagefuneralhome.com.

EDNA S. INSLEY Selbyville Edna S. Insley, age 94, of Selbyville, died Wednesday, Dec. 13, 2017 at home.

She was born in Washington, D.C. and was the daughter of the late Virgil Duncan and Letitia C. (Johnston) Smoak.

She retired from the U.S. Printing ofEdna Inslesy fice and was a member of Ocean City Baptist Church.

She is survived by her husband, R. David Insley Jr. of Selbyville; a son, Robert L. Bowen of Bishopville; nine grandchildren and 13 greatgrandchildren.

She was preceded in death by two sons, Edward William Bowen and David A. Bowen; a daughter, Leta Ann Bowen; and a brother, Homer Smoak.

No formal services are planned at this time.

In lieu of flowers, donations in her memory may be made to: Worcester County Humane Society,

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BETTY MARIE FANNY Bishopville Betty Marie Fanny, age 89, passed away on Wednesday, Dec. 13, 2017 at her home.

Born in Wilmington, Delaware, she was the daughter of the late John A. and Helen Bolen Baker.

She was preceded in death by her beloved husband of Betty Fanny 60 years, James R. Fanny, and son, James R. Fanny, Jr. Surviving, are her sons, John Fanny and his wife, Jennifer, of Newark, Delaware, Larry Fanny and his wife, Gladys, of Hampton, Iowa, Stephen Fanny and his wife, Karen, of Myrtle Beach, South Carolina and Robert Fanny and his wife, Peggy, of Galivati’s Ferry, South Carolina.

She was an adored grandmother to 15 grandchildren, and 17 greatgrandchildren. Also surviving is a brother, Eugene Baker, and his wife, Missy, of Newark, Delaware and numerous nieces and nephews.

Preceding her in death were siblings, Francis Baker, John Baker and Geraldine Baker Malice.

Betty had been a homemaker.

She enjoyed line dancing, baking, fishing and shopping at Sears. She loved to travel and visit with her children and grandchildren. Later in life she spent many happy hours at the senior center in Hampton, Iowa.

She never had a driver’s license but had so many friends, she never lacked a ride to any place she wanted to go.

A memorial service was held on Monday, Dec. 18, 2017 at the Burbage Funeral Home in Berlin.

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

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Ten new table games, including blackjack and Texas hold em, were added in a recent expansion at the Casino at Ocean Downs. The facility, on Route 589 near Ocean Pines, will host a grand opening and ribbon-cutting ceremony on Dec. 28 at 6 p.m.

Casino expansion includes 10 table games, restaurant

By Greg Ellison Staff Writer (Dec. 22, 2017) As the dust settles from recent expansion work to include table games as part of an additional 35,000 square feet of floor space, the Casino at Ocean Downs will hold a grand opening ribbon-cutting ceremony on Thursday, Dec. 28 at 6 p.m. at the facility on Route 589 near Ocean Pines.

General Manager Bobbi Sample said casino patrons could now try their luck in a pit of 10 table games, including blackjack, craps, roulette, three-card poker and ultimate Texas hold em.

“The casino has been working on an expansion of our building to give us space for table games and additional slot machines,” she said. “We are also adding 100 more slot machines to bring our overall total to 900 games.”

For the past month, Sample said work crews have been reconfiguring the casino, which originally opened in January 2011, to enhance comfort for patrons and replace carpeting, in addition to introducing a new culinary concept, all of which will more than double the size of the facility.

“The expansion will include a full service restaurant called Poseidon’s Pub, which will serve casual pub fare with an upscale flare, merging the traditional with the innovative,” she said.

In anticipation of the increased crowds due to the addition of game tables, Sample said a significant number of new staff, which typically averages 230 members, have been hired.

“The expansion … will create about 100 new jobs at the casino,” she said.

For more information about Ocean Downs, visit www.oceandowns.com.

BUSINESS BRIEFS

Whisenant GM Keith Whisenant has accepted the position as general manager of the Residence Inn by Marriott Ocean City, scheduled to open in spring 2018.

Whisenant is a hotel management executive with over 22 years of experience in the local resort market, serving in various roles. He most recently held the position of general manager at the Hyatt Place in Dewey Beach, Delaware, assuming the role in 2014, having been promoted from an assistant general manager’s role.

Prior to his role in Dewey Beach, Whisenant spent 17 years in a managerial role with the Harrison Group at several properties in Ocean City.

Whisenant is a 1997 graduate of Stephen Decatur High School and attended the University of North Alabama.

The 150-suite Residence Inn by

Marriott in Ocean City located at 300 Seabay Lane, will operate as a Marriott franchise, owned by Inns of Ocean City, LLC and managed by Palmer Gosnell Hospitality, LLC of Vienna, Virginia. Residence Inn Ocean City sits adjacent to 61st Street and Coastal Highway immediately south of the Route 90 entry into town.

Correction The photo of Tim Whetstine, vice president of practice administration for Atlantic General Hospital and Health System, was mistakenly posted with the business brief about Keith Whisenant, general manager of the Residence Inn by Marriott Ocean City in last week’s Ocean City Today.

By Lauren Bunting Contributing Writer (Dec. 22, 2017) Move, Inc., operator of realtor.com announced this month it has selected Apartment List, the fastest-growing apartment rental marketplace, to exclusively power the apartment community listings on its realtor.com and Doorsteps.com websites.

The Apartment List platform will complement realtor.com’s rental listings content.

Apartment List hosts five million visits each month nationwide. Upon a recent check, realtor.com offered 76 apartments for rent throughout Worcester and Wicomico counties, whereas apartmentlist.com was advertising 138.

“At realtor.com, our mission is to make the home journey simple, efficient and enjoyable. As we evaluated potential rental partners, Apartment List stood out among a crowded field of competitors,” said Ryan O’Hara, chief executive officer of Move, Inc. “Apartment List is changing how people search for apartments by offering a highly customized experience that is built on renters’ personal priorities.

It’s this type of innovation that aligns with our philosophy and makes Apartment List the right rentals partner for the experience we are striving to deliver across our platforms.”

As housing prices continue to increase, the rental market is often the first place people look for a home.

Realtor.com and Doorsteps.com attract more than five million unique visitors each month resulting in 120 million monthly page views.

“We are thrilled to be selected as realtor.com’s exclusive partner for apartment community listings, bringing more than 3.5 million rental units to their substantial audience,” said John Kobs, chief executive officer and co-founder of Apartment List. “We’re bringing together two leading digital marketplaces to simplify the rental process for millions of families in the U.S.” The Apartment List rental inventory will begin appearing on realtor.com and doorsteps.com in January.

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

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During the holidays we exxpress our gratitude for our ble essings. This season The Cricket Center Foundation would like to thankk our amazing community fo for their generosity. In the 15 months since the e foundation was created we have raised over $50,000 fo for The Cricket Center. The Center is Worcester County’s only child advocacy program fo for abussed children. With these funds they were able to purchase the Cortexflo med dical exam equipment that is specifically designed to meet the unique e requirements of medical exams for physical and sexual abuse victims. This year they will be purchasing new recording equipment that will be used in court c against the perpetrators as they are prosecuted.

These funds were raised because of the generous dona ations from so many businesses and friends. We would especially like to thank…

The Hobbit Restaurant, Ocean City, Md. and Garvey Heide erman.

The Green Turtle Resort & Marina, Abacos, Bahamas and d The Showell Family Combustion Music, Nashville, Te Tenn. and Chris Farren

We are also so grateful for the tremendous group of wo orkers at The Cricket Center that open their hearts day in and out for the ese children and their families. We are truly blessed to have them.

We hope that all of you have a wonderful holiday seaso on and that you will continue to help us to raise funds as we fight this epidemic of abused children Please also help us as we try to raise awarenesss of the needs of so children. many.

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(Dec. 22, 2017) The over 200 members of the Coastal Association of Realtors who attended the group’s 2017 holiday party at Seacrets on 49th Street, donated 497 pounds of nonperishable food items and over $450 to the Maryland Food Bank of the Eastern Shore.

All members attending the Dec. 6 party were asked to bring at least one nonperishable food item. The 497 pounds of food collected is the equivalent to 414 meals, according to the Maryland Food Bank of the Eastern

Shore. The more than $450 raised throughout the event will go toward CAR’s 2017-18 fundraising efforts to support the food bank.

“According to the Maryland Food Bank, there are over 682,000 people in our state who do not have enough to eat,” said CAR President Joel Maher. “It’s important that we help our fellow Marylanders during the holiday season and throughout the rest of the year.”

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Taylor Bank brings new professional program to staff

(Dec. 22, 2017) Raymond M. Thompson, president and chief executive officer of Calvin B. Taylor Bank, has announced that the bank has created a Professional Development Program for its employees.

The program was designed to meet the development needs of the bank’s next generation, support mentoring and encourage the overall professional growth for all participants involved. The participants are selected by the bank’s management team and are committed to the program for two years.

Program participants will be exposed to various topics including emotional intelligence, financial skills and defining professionalism. Current participants are from various areas of the bank and include, Ross Bergey, Lending and Business Development; Ashley DeMarr, Electronic Services; Tori Cross, Marketing; Meagan Farber, Finance; Hanna Ford and Sarah Matthews, Branch Operations; and Atif Gaddis, Compliance and Internal Audit.

“We are excited to engage with and develop the next generation of this bank so we will have a strong foundation to lead us into the future,” Thompson said.

“As these individuals continue to succeed in their areas of expertise they will become eligible for other professional development programs such as the Maryland Banker’s School, the bank’s internal Management Training Program

Calvin B. Taylor Bank has created a Professional Development Program for its employees. Current participants are from various areas of the bank and include, Ross Bergey, Lending and Business Development; Ashley DeMarr, Electronic Services; Tori Cross, Marketing; Meagan Farber, Finance; Hanna Ford and Sarah Matthews, Branch Operations; and Atif Gaddis, Compliance and Internal Audit.

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(Left) Worcester Prep senior captain Tucker Brown soars to the basket during Monday’s game against Delmarva Christian. Brown scored 25 points in Worcester’s 51-47 overtime victory. He netted all eight of the team’s points in the overtime period. (Right) Senior captain Brenner Maull had 17 points and was big on the boards, pulling down 16 rebounds.

Wor. boys’ basketball tops DC in overtime Prep squad led by senior captain Tucker Brown who scored 25 pts. in 51-47 win

By Lisa Capitelli Managing Editor (Dec. 22, 2017) Worcester Prep senior captain Tucker Brown was hitting shots all night and his teammates recognized that, so they gave him the ball and he led them to a 51-47 overtime victory against the Delmarva Christian Royals, Monday in Berlin.

“Everyone was setKeith Geiger ting me up well. I didn’t really have to do too much,” he said. “I just kind of had to catch and shoot, and maybe hit an open layup here and there.”

Brown netted three threes in the first quarter of the basketball game.

After one, Worcester was on top 15-9.

Baskets were traded in the second quarter and at halftime, the score was tied, 27-27.

Delmarva Christian pulled ahead in the third, and at the end of the quarter the Royals had a 35-33 advantage.

Trailing 43-41, Prep senior captain Brendan Miller made a shot to even the score, 43-43, with less than two minutes left in the fourth quarter. At the end of regulation, the game was tied 43-43.

Delmarva got on the board first in point line and hit five of his six foul the four-minute extra period to take a shots. Brown scored all eight of 47-43 lead. From that point on, Worcester’s points in overtime. He Worcester held its opponent score- also had six steals, two rebounds, two less. assists and a block.

Brown went 1-for-2 from the foul “My teammates really trusted me, line then sunk a three to tie it, 47-47. because I kind of had the hot hand. It He then stole the ball, drove down the was feeling good tonight,” he said. court and made a layup to give the “They’re really good about recognizing Mallards a 49-47 lead with about a that. They just fed me and I took that minute left to play. confidence they “Big shots like were passing off to that [three] get ‘Big shots like that [three] get me.” everyone fired up to Prep Coach Keith get going on de- everyone fired up to get going Geiger said Brown fense,” he said. on defense. After that I got a has improved each “After that I got a steal and easy layup and that year since joining steal and easy layup really contributed from that the team as a freshand that really conman and has gained tributed from that three, coming right down [on more confidence as defense], picking up that three, coming right well. down [on defense], “He was doing energy and feeding off it.’ picking up that enthis type of stuff in Wor. Prep senior captain ergy and feeding off the end of games Tucker Brown it.” when he was a sophWith 2.8 seconds omore and now he’s on the clock Brown a senior,” Geiger was fouled. He made both shots to put said. “If it’s tied and you need a the game out of reach. bucket, he’s probably about as good as “I’ve been in this situation before. you can get in the league. I wouldn’t On our home court and everything, I bet against him. He’s good. He’s felt fine,” Brown said. “Having the clutch – super clutch.” lead definitely took some pressure off.

Senior captain Brenner Maull conIf we had to come from behind and I tributed 17 points. He was also big on had to make two to tie it up that defi- the boards, Geiger said. Maull had 16 nitely would have been some more rebounds. pressure.”

Overall, Geiger said he was pleased Brown led Worcester with 25 with his players’ performance. points. He was 6-for-9 from the three“I think we ran our offense really

well, so I was happy. And defense, we played pretty much how we practiced and planned to play,” he said.

“Our offense all game was good, better than it has been all year. Even though we only scored 51 points, we had some movement, good passes, drives and kicks,” Geiger continued.

“What I tell them in timeouts is we can’t afford to be tired at all. Our offense usually comes from defense, so we get momentum and we get loose, and we get going on defense.”

Geiger said it looked as though the Royals were getting a bit tired late in the game, while his players seemed to be in better shape. Most of them are three-sport athletes, so that helps as well.

“Also, I think our bench gave us good minutes,” he said. “Our bench is really good. This year they’ve been contributing positively, so I’m happy about [that].”

The victory, both Brown and Geiger agreed, gives the team momentum going into the Christmas break. The Mallards are 3-1 in Eastern Shore Independent Athletic Conference play and 4-4 overall.

“We’re all coming together now after some tough losses,” Brown said.

“I think this will help build us and help us make a run in the ESIAC this year.”

Geiger said the team plans to practice over the break. The first game back after vacation is Friday, Jan. 5 against Delmar in Berlin at 7 p.m.

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(Left) Stephen Decatur sophomore Keegan Mitchell battles Saint Michaels’ Christopher Gutierrez in their 120-pound match on Tuesday in Berlin. Mitchell won 10-1. (Right) Decatur sophomore captain Jagger Clapsadle works to pin his 113-pound opponent, Colonel Richardson’s Zach Stanley. He got the pin with 45 seconds left in the first period. (Below) Decatur junior Daletez Smith pins Colonel Richarson’s Samson Opher with 19 seconds remaining in the first period.

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By Lisa Capitelli Managing Editor (Dec. 22, 2017) The Stephen Decatur wrestling team won 70-3 over Saint Michaels and then outscored Colonel Richardson 52-21 during Tuesday’s tri-meet in Berlin.

“I thought we overall wrestled pretty well,” Decatur Coach Todd Martinek said. “I’m pleased with everybody’s effort.”

Decatur battled Saint Michaels first.

Senior captain Jeremy Danner (132 pounds) and juniors Jhymir Blake (138) and Zain Brady (170) pinned their opponents. Sophomore Keegan Mitchell earned a 10-1 victory at 120 pounds. Sophomore Tony Scafone’s 113-pound opponent was injured and unable to continue, so he was declared

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Martinek: I’m pleased with everybody’s effort the winner. In total, the Saints forfeited seven matches.

The Seahawks saw stiffer competition in its match with the Colonels.

Blake got things started for Decatur, topping his 145-pound opponent, 125. Junior JJ Purnell then pinned his 152-pound competitor and the Berlin squad led 9-0.

Colonel Richardson won the next two matches to even the score, 9-9.

Junior Daletez Smith gave Decatur a 15-9 lead with a pin at 182 pounds, but Colonel Richardson tied it up with a pin at 195 pounds.

Senior captain Caleb Bourne

recorded a pin at 220 pounds and Decatur pulled ahead 21-15.

Colonel earned a pin at 285 pounds to again tie the score, 21-21, but Decatur won the following six matched to increase its advantage to 52-21.

Baines (106), sophomore captain Jagger Clapsadle (113) and Mitchell (120) pinned their opponents. Sophomore Kyle Elliot outscored his 126pound competition, 6-4.

Senior captain Cade Solito (132) and Danner (138) logged technical falls for outscoring their opponents 20-5 and 16-1, respectively.

“We had several starters out with

some injuries and Colonel is having a really good year, so I knew they were going to put some points on us,” Martinek said. “I like the way we wrested.

We’re pretty much in shape. We won some matches at the end, scored some bonuses at the end and didn’t give up too many pins.

“I got some backup guys in,” he continued. “Daletez Smith again came in really good for us and he’s been a nice addition. Tony Scafone wrested well, Keegan Mitchell, Kyle Elliot, those guys filling in are doing a real good job as sophomores in the lineup. I’m very happy with them.”

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“We saw some things we need to work on from neural, some hand control stuff, but overall just keep working hard and try to get healthy. The break should give us time to do that, kind of unwind a little bit,” Martinek said. “It’s been a tough month. We’re going to get right back in it in January. We have Queen Anne’s away on Jan. 3, then Iron Horse Duals and War on the Shore the first two weekends back after New Year’s. We better be ready to go after the break.”

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Decatur bounces back after loss with 64-11 win over SH

By Lisa Capitelli Managing Editor (Dec. 22, 2017) The Stephen Decatur girls’ basketball team battled a tough Washington squad on Monday and fell a few points short of a victory, but the Lady Seahawks rallied back after the loss and scored a big win over Snow Hill on Wednesday.

Decatur hosted the Washington Jaguars on Monday in Berlin. The Seahawks led 13-12 at the end of the first quarter and 26-24 at halftime. The visiting Jaguars pulled ahead 44-42 at the end of the third quarter and went on to win, 61-58.

“I thought that we finally were able to generate offense, however we missed way too many easy shots that we must finish,” Decatur Coach Kate Coates said.

“Our foul shooting wasn’t terrible as we were 15-for-22, but making our foul shots and easy [baskets] would have helped us to win. It’s no fun losing, but we will take this experience and learn from it, and bounce back from it.”

Senior captain Amya Mumford scored a career-high 27 points and had six rebounds for Decatur. Senior Savannah Walton had 10 points and six steals.

Sophomore Caela Berrie added eight points and six assists.

The Lady Seahawks did “bounce back” in a huge way just two days later on their home court when they trounced the Snow Hill Eagles, 64-11.

“It was a good team win,” Coates said. “We played good defense and were able to work the ball inside on offense.

There are still some minor things as a team we need to clean up and improve on, but we will do that and continue to grow.”

Decatur netted 19 points in the first quarter and held Snow Hill scoreless. At halftime, the Berlin squad led 32-5. By the end of the third quarter, the Seahawks had pulled ahead 47-11. They tacked on 17 points in the fourth quarter.

Mumford had 19 points and 15 rebounds. Berrie and Walton each chipped in eight points. Senior Zina Sbih pulled down nine rebounds.

Decatur is 4-2 heading into the Christmas break. The Seahawks will compete in the Governor’s Challenge tournament, playing games on Dec. 27 and 28.

In bracket two, Decatur will take on Damascus on Wednesday, Dec. 27 at 3:15 p.m. at University of Maryland Eastern Shore in Princess Anne.

Thomas Stone and Sussex Tech will go head-to-head at 11:45 a.m.

The winners of each game will battle at 3:15 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 28 at UMES. The losing teams will play each other at 3:15 p.m. at James M. Bennett High School in Salisbury.

“In the tournament, we need to play intense defense and make our easy shots on offense,” Coates said.

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Stephen Decatur senior captain Chloe Sass takes the ball down the court during Monday’s game against Washington in Berlin.

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Stephen Decatur senior Lily Belle Baker fires off a shot during Monday’s match against Washington in Berlin. Decatur lost 61-58.

Indoor track athletes show improvement, SD coach says

By Lisa Capitelli Managing Editor (Dec. 22, 2017) The Stephen Decatur boys’ indoor track team tied for eighth placed and the girls’ squad came in ninth during last Wednesday’s 21-school meet at the Worcester County Recreation Center in Snow Hill.

“I thought we saw improvement. We had a lot of change from [the Dec. 13 meet], because I was trying to make sure everyone has a seed time for their events at the Pat Russo Invitational [on Dec. 20],” Decatur Coach Jody Stigler said.

“So many athletes ran new events when compared to [the Dec. 13 meet], particularly individual events … I thought the standout runners were [junior] Kevin Beck and [sophomore] Gabrielle Izzett.”

Parkside won the boys’ competition with 67 points. Kent Island took second (63) and Cape Henlopen finished in third (62).

Decatur and Wicomico both tallied 26 points for eighth place.

Decatur athletes who scored points for placing eighth or better in their individual events were Beck (800-meter run, first, 2:09.99; 1,600-meter run, fourth, 4:56.48), junior Chad Fischer (500meter run, sixth, 1:15.75) and senior Jack Reimer (3,200-meter race, seventh, 11:37.03).

Decatur’s 800-meter relay team of freshmen Kash Reyes and John James and juniors Jonathan Santana and Gavin Bunting finished in seventh (1:45.40).

Bunting, Fischer and sophomores Austin Cheynet and Sam Rakowski placed fifth in the 1,600-meter relay race (4:02.04).

Kent Island took top honors in the girls’ competition with 80 points. North Caroline was runner-up with 73.75 points, followed by Smyrna with 73.5.

Decatur recorded 22 points for ninth place.

Girls who scored points for Decatur in their individual events were Izzett (800-meter run, fourth, 2:45.29; 1,600meter run, second, 6:01.50) and junior Dori Krasner (1,600-meter run, seventh, 6:16.13).

Krasner, Izzett, sophomore Caroline Gardner and senior Laila Mirza crossed the finish line fourth in the 3,200-meter relay event (11:12.80).

Freshman Jabria Lewis, sophomore Alyssa Romano, junior Diamond Lockwood and senior Kate Carpenter came in eighth place in the 800-meter relay race (2:03.94).

The next meet will be after Christmas break, on Wednesday, Jan. 3 at 3 p.m. in Snow Hill.

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Decatur boys’ basketball squad wins 79-68 over SH

By Lisa Capitelli Managing Editor (Dec. 22, 2017) The Stephen Decatur boys’ basketball team took a trip down the road on Wednesday to face the Snow Hill Eagles and, after a tough battle early, the visiting Seahawks won, 79-68.

“It didn’t surprise me. It was a great game and I knew it was going to be,” Decatur Coach BJ Johnson said. “When we play Snow Hill and Pocomoke it’s always a rivalry game. We need games like that to make us better.”

Decatur outscored Snow Hill 18-16 in the first quarter. The Eagles pulled ahead in the second quarter and at halftime, the home team led 36-34.

Johnson said he didn’t say much to his players during the halftime break.

Instead, the Seahawks took it upon themselves to discuss what was working and what wasn’t.

“They challenged each other. They knew what was wrong,” he said. “I let them work it out and they did.”

Decatur put 28 points on the board in the third quarter and held Snow Hill to 18. At the end of the third, the Seahawks were on top 62-54. The Berlin squad added 17 in the fourth quarter, while the Eagles tallied 14.

“We just played a little bit better

down the stretch,” Johnson said. “We stepped it up defensively and hit some shots and pulled away with it. We had a comfortable lead at the end.”

Senior captain Kevon Voyles led Decatur with 28 points. He also had eight rebounds, seven assists and four steals.

Senior captain Ryan Danaher added 18 points and 10 rebounds. Senior John Taylor contributed 16 points.

The Seahawks improved to 4-0 with the victory. The squad will compete in the annual Governor’s Challenge tournament, slated for Dec. 26-30, at the Wicomico Youth & Civic Center and surrounding high schools in Salisbury, as well as the University of Maryland Eastern Shore in Princess Anne.

The Seahawks are in the DMVelite Showcase division, which includes 17 of the top teams from around the region.

Decatur will play St. Georges of Delaware on Friday, Dec. 29 at 6:45 p.m. at the civic center in Salisbury. The Berlin squad will take on Lake Taylor of Virginia at 3:15 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 30 at the civic center.

“It’s going to be a great test for us.

We’ve got to execute on offense. We’ve got to be sharper on offense,” Johnson said. “We’re going to go out and play and see where the chips may fall.”

Decatur swim teams record big victories over Pocomoke

By Lisa Capitelli Managing Editor (Dec. 22, 2017) The Stephen Decatur swim teams won nearly every race during Tuesday’s meet against the Pocomoke Warriors at the Pocomoke YMCA. The Lady Seahawks did earn victories in all 11 events. They outscored Pocomoke 135-20.

“The girls swam well. They are dropping time nicely and are looking strong,” Decatur Coach Mary Hathaway said.

“They are improving their endurance and technique.”

Decatur swimmers who won their individual races were senior Fallon Brown (50-yard freestyle, 27.44 seconds), juniors Abby Crisanti (100-yard freestyle, 1:06.09), Kirsten Graham (100-yard butterfly, 1:04.44; 100-yard backstroke, 1:07.02) and Allison Hunter (500-yard freestyle, 6:05.43), sophomores Kiley Hamby (200IM, 2:37.31) and Mikayla

Denault (100-yard breaststroke, 1:22.56) and freshman Taylor Barrett (200-yard freestyle, 2:22.18).

Junior Divina Graybill joined Hunter, Graham and Crisanti for the 200-yard medley relay race. They won in 2:10.81.

Barrett, Crisanti, Denault and Brown were victorious in the 200-yard freestyle relay race (1:58.01).

Graham, Barrett, Hunter and Brown outswam their competition in the 400yard freestyle relay event (4:21.37).

This was Decatur’s final meet before the Christmas break. Hathaway said the squad, which is 3-1, would practice over the vacation.

“Over break, we just want to keep the work they have done on their endurance,” she said. “We will continue to build and fine-tune in order to maintain their current level, despite the break from school and competition.”

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Girls take first in all 11 events, boys win 10 Continued from Page 41 The Decatur boys’ team won 129-30 over Pocomoke. The Seahawks scored victories in 10 of the 11 events.

“They did well,” Decatur Coach Steve Deakyne said. “They were pushing hard.”

Taking first place in individual events were seniors Kevin Williams, a team captain, (200-yard freestyle, 2:13.04;

100-yard breaststroke, 1:09.71) and Ryan Duncan (100-yard butterfly, 1:10.60), junior Chase Deickman (500yard freestyle, 5:54.05), sophomore Hunter Grunewald (100-yard backstroke, 1:09.20) and freshmen Jack Slaysman (100-yard freestyle, 56.48 seconds) and Patrick O’Halloran (200IM, 2:31.39).

Sophomore Richard Poist joined

Williams, Duncan and Deickman for the 200-yard medley relay race. They won in 1:57.34.

Grunewald, O’Halloran, Duncan and Slaysman came in first place in the 200yard freestyle relay race (1:42.89).

Poist, Deickman, Grunewald and Slaysman scored a victory in the 400yard freestyle relay event (3:57.12).

“We’re off to a great start. We’re un-

Lady Mallards dominate Sabres

By Lisa Capitelli Managing Editor (Dec. 22, 2017) Coach Scot Dailey wrote “play with energy and effort” on the board in the Worcester Prep girls’ basketball team’s locker room before Tuesday’s game against Eastern Shore Independent Athletic Conference rival, the Saints Peter and Paul Sabres.

The Lady Mallards responded to his message and that was exactly what they did.

After falling to the Delmarva Christian Royals, 40-32, on Monday in Berlin, the Prep squad bounced back with a big 49-11 victory over Saints Peter and Paul the next day.

“We were everywhere – grabbing rebounds, loose balls, diving on the floor – and we did it for 32 minutes nonstop,” Dailey said after Tuesday’s match. “We

took the wind out of their sails early. It was a nice rebound win from [Monday] night.”

Worcester outscored Saints Peter and Paul 14-7 in the first quarter. The Mallards added 12 points in the second quarter and held the visiting Sabres scoreless. At halftime, the home team led 26-7. After three quarters, Worcester was ahead 39-9.

Eight of the 10 Worcester players scored four points or more. Leading the charge was junior captain Gracie Gardner with 12 points and eight rebounds. Freshman C.C. Lizas and junior Alannah Curtis chipped in with six points each. Sophomore captain Emily Copeland had four points, six rebounds, six steals and two blocks.

“It was a total team effort. It was a nice win to go into the break with,” Dailey said. “We’ve got half of our conference games over and we’re in good shape.

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Worcester is 5-1 in conference play and 6-3 overall going into the Christmas break.

“The three losses we had we could have won, but we lacked that energy and effort. But that’s just us being a young team,” Dailey said. “We’re good enough to win. We’ve just got to show it.”

The Prep squad will compete in the annual Governor’s Challenge basketball tournament next weekend. The Mallards will face Mardela on Friday, Dec. 29 at 10 a.m. at University of Maryland Eastern Shore in Princess Anne. Snow Hill will battle Gaithersburg at 11:45 a.m.

The winners will meet on Saturday, Dec. 30 at 3:15 p.m. The losers will play at 11:45 a.m.

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Assortment of activities offered

(Dec. 22, 2017) School is almost out for winter break and Ocean City Recreation and Parks is offering activities that will help children stay active.

Tuesday, Dec. 26 and Wednesday, Dec. 27 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Ocean City Recreation and Park’s annual Winterfest Soccer Camp will be held at the Northside Park Recreation Complex on 125th Street. The camp is open to boys and girls ages 6-14 years old.

Directing Winterfest Soccer Camp this year is Colby Fell, a Berlin native who is a former member of the Salisbury University men’s soccer program, and has over 16 years of playing experience at some of the highest levels around the area.

Fell has been coaching for Salisbury United Soccer Club gaining valuable experience as he currently works toward the USSF National D licensure for coaching in hopes to continue learning and developing as a coach by teaching the game of soccer. There will be a wealth of knowledge to be shared and experienced.

The cost of this camp for Ocean City residents is $50, $60 for non-residents. All campers will receive a soccer ball, T–shirt and giveaways.

Participants will also receive a 4x6 photo with their coaches, a certificate of completion and a pizza party on their last day. Space is limited.

Ocean City Recreation and Parks will hold two days of Mid-Nighter madness for children in fifth and sixth grades on Saturday, Jan. 6 and for seventh and eighth graders on Saturday, Jan. 20.

Both events will run from 6 p.m. to midnight, starting out at the Northside Park Recreation Complex for Gladiator Dodgeball, followed by field trips to laser tag, bowling, video games and pizza, among others. The cost for Ocean City residents is $37 and non-residents pay $45. The registration deadline for fifth and sixth grades is Thursday, Jan. 4, and for grades 7-8, Thursday, Jan. 18.

For more information or to register for Winterfest Soccer Camp or the Mid-Nighters, visit http://oceancitymd.gov/oc/departments/recreation-parks/, call 410-250-0125 or stop by Northside Park on 125th Street, bayside, for a registration form. Camp gift certificates are also available.

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Dear Santa, All I want for Christmas is…

Dear Santa, Please bring me legos, Riddler Racer, Two Face, video games, Under Armor shoes.

Love, London Delly

Dear Santa, This Christmas, I am 10 years old. This year, I have been good all of the time.

What I would like most this Christmas is Basket ball cort and Xbox. And I promise to leave out cookie and milk for you!

Love, Layla Clifton P.S. Please say “Hi” to Mrs. Claus and Raindeers for me!

Dear Santa, This Christmas, I am 5 years old. This year, I have been good some of the time.

What I would like most this Christmas is A big house and 3 new phones. And I promise to leave out Cookie (but I might get hungry and eat it) for you!

Love, Lilia M.

Dear Santa, This Christmas, I am 8 years old. This year, I have been good some of the time.

What I would like most this Christmas is a bike purple with flowers and New Nintendo 3Ds large Galaxy version. And I promise to leave out cookies and milk for you!

Love, Isha P.S. Please say “Hi” to Elves for me!

Dear Santa, This year I would like UGG boots and a HP Sproket. I hope you have a good Christmas!

Love, Emily Dear Santa, This Christmas, I am 7 years old. This year, I have been good all of the time.

What I would like most this Christmas is Hatchimals and candy. And I promise to leave out cookies and milk for you!

Love, Sophia See DEAR Page 44

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Inside Dear Santa, I’ve been good this year Going Out Continued from Page 43 P.S. Please say “Hi” to the reindeer for me!

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ew Year’s Eve is just around the corner. I have compiled a list of all the hottest celebrations happening in town. I hope everyone has their sparkling outfits ready.

The great thing about New Year’s Eve is ladies … and gentlemen, (if I’m being completely honest), can wear all of the bling their hearts desire and no one can say anything against it because it’s NEW YEAR’S EVE! Of course, you can catch me in Seacrets’ Morley Hall Nite Club selling shots when the ball (and all the balloons with confetti) drops at midnight, or as I like to call it, “Cinderella hour.”

Hopefully I’ll be able to steal a kiss from someone, but you’ll have to be there to find out.

Tonight, Friday, Dec. 22, don’t miss Jimmy Charles performing a “Home for the Holidays” concert at Dry Dock 28 on 28th Street, 5-9 p.m. Donations of gift cards and non-perishable food items are asked to be donated as it benefits St. Mary By The Sea, located See INSIDE Page 45

Dear Santa, This Christmas, I am 9 years old.

This year, I have been good some of the time.

What I would like most this Christmas is scooter and bouncey balls.

And I promise to leave out Milk and cookies for you!

Love, Aubrie Chatham P.S. Please say “Hi” to Miss.

Mariah for me!

Dear Santa, This Christmas, I am 10 years old.

This year, I have been good all of the time.

What I would like most this Christmas is bike and tablet. And I promise to leave out cookies for you!

Love, Sophia P.S. Please say “Hi” to Elfie for me!

Dear Santa, This Christmas, I am 7 years old.

This year, I have been good some of the time.

What I would like most this Christmas is Nitendo Switch and Rocket Fishing Rod. And I promise to leave out cookies & milk for you!

Love, James Berg P.S. Please say “Hi” to Rudolph for me!

Dear Santa, This Christmas, I am 3 years old.

This year, I have been good all of the time.

What I would like most this Christmas is a prencess doll in a red dress and a doll that walks, talks & closes her eyes. And I promise to leave out cookies & milk for you!

Love, Cali Kuykendall P.S. Please say “Hi” to Rudolph for me!

Dear Santa, This Christmas, I am 7 years old.

This year, I have been good all of the time.

What I would like most this Christmas is A pet cat and A robot dog. And I promise to leave out Milk and cookies for you!

Love, TJ P.S. Please say “Hi” to Cupid for me!

Dear Santa, This Christmas, I am 8 years old.

This year, I have been good all of the time.

What I would like most this Christmas is a girl lego set and gymnastixs stuff. And I promise to leave out cookies for you!

Love, Caroline P.S. Please say “Hi” to the elfs for me!

Dear Santa, This Christmas, I am 4 years old.

This year, I have been naughty (but nice!).

What I would like most this Christmas is Dirt Bike and Monster Trucks.

And I promise to leave out cookies and milk for you!

Love, Dominic P.S. Please say “Hi” to Rudolph for me!

Dear Santa, This Christmas, I am 8 years old.

This year, I have been good all of the time.

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What I would like most this Christmas is lego and American girl things.

And I promise to leave out cookies and milk for you!

Love, Becca P.S. Please say “Hi” to our cats for me!

Dear Santa, This Christmas, I am 8 years old.

This year, I have been good all of the time.

What I would like most this Christmas is A Monkey and a real Monkey.

And I promise to leave out cookies for you!

Love, Anna P.S. Please say “Hi” to the Elves for me!

Dear Santa, This Christmas, I am 13 years old.

This year, I have been good all of the time.

What I would like most this Christmas is Ebook and Puppy. And I promise to leave out cookies for you!

Love, Bree P.S. Please say “Hi” to Jack for me!

Dear Santa, This Christmas, I am 8 years old.

This year, I have been good some of the time.

What I would like most this Christmas is elf lego’s and a competer. And I promise to leave out cookies and milk and carrots for you!

Love, Ryleigh P.S. Please say “Hi” to elf for me!

Dear Santa, This Christmas, I am 9 years old.

This year, I have been good some of the time.

What I would like most this Christmas is a fit bit and fantastic Gymnastics. And I promise to leave out cookies, carrots and milk for you and your raindeer!

Love, Hailey Lewis P.S. Please say “Hi” to Mrs. Claus for me!

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Charles will be singing Christmas carols and his new single, “Broke for Christmas.” Special guests Blind Wind will also be performing during the event.

To hear more about the event, call Dry Dock 28 at 410-289-2828. To learn more about Charles, visit www.jimmycharlesmusic.com.

BJ’s On The Water, 75th Street, will offer its regular menu until 1:30 a.m. on New Year’s Eve. A champagne toast and party favors will be given out at midnight. For more, visit www.bjsonthewater.com.

Bourbon Street on the Beach, 116th Street, will offer a special New Year’s Eve menu in addition to the regular menu. The seating will start at 4 p.m. Catch live entertainment at 6 p.m. with OHO, followed by Pearl at 8 p.m.

New Year’s Day celebrate with Two Guys and a Mama at the “Hangover Party” beginning at 3 p.m. To hear more, call 443-644-2896.

Captain’s Table, 15th Street, will have dinner reservations for New Year’s Eve starting at 5 p.m. To make a reservation, call 410-289-7192.

Clarion, 101st Street, offers a gourmet dinner buffet from 8-10 p.m. on New Year’s Eve with dancing and entertainment, 9 p.m.to 3 a.m. Two bands, Power Play and catch On The Edge, will provide entertainment throughout the

night. An open bar is available 8 p.m. to 1 a.m.

Participants must be 21 years of age or older, with proper ID. Tickets to the party cost $150 per person. To make a reservation, call 1-800-638-2100.

Duffy’s, 130th Street, has a threecourse dinner available for New Year’s Eve that includes a bowl of cream of crab, salad and an entrée choice. Entrée selections include salmon Eastern Shore, chicken Florentine, crab lump jumbo prawns and a 14-ounce prime rib. To make a reservation, call 410250-1449.

Dunes Manor, 28th Street, New Year’s Eve extravaganza cost $449 per couple. This includes oceanfront accommodations for one night, open bar from 8:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. with beer, wine and premium beverages, a buffet featuring handcarved meats, endless desserts, music and a champagne toast with party favors. To enjoy just the dinner and dance party, the cost is $175 per person.

To make a reservation, call 1-800523-2888 Hooters, West Ocean City, has its holiday party Friday, Dec. 22, starting at 4 p.m. DJ BK will be providing entertainment until 8 p.m. There will be happy hour drink prices until close including $2.25 Natural Lights, $2.50 pickle shots, $3 domestics, $3.50 well drinks and Fireball shots, $4 wine, $4.50 calls, $5.50 Twisted Tea, $6 crushes,

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bombs and top shelf liquor. A complimentary buffet will be available to all guests. To hear more, call 410-2131841.

Longboard Cafe, 67th Street, doors open at 6 p.m. on New Year’s Eve. Live music starts at 7:30 p.m. with Dave Hawkins. Tickets cost $70 and includes hors d’oeuvres and buffet all evening, party favors and champagne and reduced drink prices.

This is the Fifth Annual “It’s 12 o’clock Somewhere” New Year’s Eve Party. Counting down and busting piñatas at 10 p.m. To make a reservation, call 443-664-5639.

OC 360, located at the Fenwick Inn, 138th Street, will open at 7 p.m. with dinner served at 7:30 p.m. There will be a full buffet dinner, with an open bar and dancing. The cost is $99 per person, with a champagne toast at midnight. To make a reservation, call 410-250-1100.

Ocean City Fish Company, located on Harbor Road, West Ocean City, serves New Year’s Eve dinner 4-10 p.m.

The Lauren Glick Band will play 7 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. A champagne toast at midnight. Reservations are encouraged and can be made by calling 410-2132525.

Princess Royale, 91st Street, has several events for New Year’s Eve and Day happening.

New Year’s Eve, reserve a seat for dinner in the Palmetto Ballroom, for only

$129 per person. The reservation includes a five-course gourmet dinner of roasted tenderloin with stuffed rockfish, arugula holiday salad, mashed potatoes, chef’s vegetable and a six-hour open bar. Hear live top 40 music provided by Good Foot, dancing and a champagne toast.

The Princess Royale asks that everyone to dress to the nine; so please wear coat and tie.

The “Atrium Stars Party” includes a buffet of baked salmon, beef stroganoff, seafood Newburg with rice, chicken parmesan, vegetables and salads, for $109 per person.

Schooners Restaurant will also offer a three-course diner, 5-9 p.m. with drink specials and light fare after 9 p.m. The cost is $29. To make a reservation, call 410-524-7777.

Seacrets, 49th Street, offers a New Year’s Eve Party until 4 a.m., and opens again at 11 a.m. New Year’s Day. Dinner reservations cost $69 at 5:30 p.m., $79 at 6:30 p.m. $89 at 7:30 p.m. and 8:30 p.m. Dinner includes the party cover charge, a salad, appetizer and entrée. Dessert is available at an additional cost.

If you would just like to make the party, cover starts at 4 p.m. .The cost is $20 at that time. At 6 p.m. it is $30 and 8 p.m. $40. Entertainment starts on the tiki stage at 4:15 p.m. with Full Circle. Hear Rew Smith at 8:15 p.m.

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Inside Going Out Taylor Sloan Continued from Page 45 and Nine Mile Roots at midnight. Inside Morley Hall Nite Club hear my absolute favorite Garden State Radio at 8:15 p.m., and the Benderz at 1 a.m.

To make a reservation call Christine Komlos at 410-524-4900 and to check out “Moore,” visit www.Seacrets.com.

Shoreglass Wine Room, will offer a New Year’s celebration for two nights starting Dec. 30 as well as New Year’s Eve. An array of hors d’oeuvres will be available for $18 with any two wines, in-

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cluding bubbly. Glasses of wine will be $5 all night. To make a reservation, call 410-726-5353.

Skye Bar, 66th Street, has its holiday party Friday, Dec. 22 at 4:30 p.m. with live entertainment provided by The Stims. Enjoy complimentary hors d’oeuvres during the party, and happy hour from 3-6 p.m. Drink specials include $1 off drafts, $4 house wines and $5 orange crushes.

Mark your calendar for New Year’s Eve with live entertainment starting at

9 p.m. Dinner reservations are available for 5 p.m., 7 p.m. and 9 p.m. A champagne toast with party favors at midnight. Monkee Paw starts at 9 p.m.

To hear more, call 410-723-6762.

I hope everyone has an extremely blessed Christmas and Happy New Year!

If I missed a New Year’s Eve celebration, or you just want a little bit more information on an event, send me an email Taylor@OceanCityToday.net. Don’t forget to check out this column online as well, www.oceancitytoday.net.

TAURUS – Apr 21/May 21

Taurus, your emotions will get a much-needed boost from people around you. Just do not let all this extra energy go to your head. Channel it in productive ways.

GEMINI – May 22/Jun 21

Participating in some spontaneous activities will add some spice to your life, Gemini. Explore those things that you wouldn’t normally think to try.

Jimmy Charles to perform holiday concert in resort

By Taylor Sloan Contributing Writer (Dec. 22, 2017) Jimmy Charles, an Eastern Shore native, Stephen Decatur High School graduate, Nashville Star Top 50 and former American Idol Season 9 contestant, will return to the area for another “Home for the Holidays” concert, this year at Dry Dock on 28th Street, Friday, Dec. 22.

This year’s concert from 5-9 p.m. will benefit St. Mary Star of the Sea and Holy Savior Parish food pantry and assistance program. “[Pastor Stanislao Esposito] called me up and said they needed help this year,” Charles said.

St. Mary Star of the Sea at 208 S. Baltimore Avenue and Holy Savior Parish on 17th Street in Ocean City, are important to Charles.

“St. Mary Star of the Sea is where my parents were married,” Charles said. “I also went to Catholic religion school at Holy Savior.”

Several area restaurants and businesses including Sunset Grille, Micky Fins and A Perfect Face Day Spa do-

Aries, if the ends don’t justify the means, then pause and wait for a better plan and opportunity. It’s not worth the risk or effort to get yourself involved in such a situation.

CANCER – Jun 22/Jul 22

Cancer, if you put things into perspective the emotional strain and tension in your world can be dramatically reduced. Focus on the things that are working out well for you.

LEO – Jul 23/Aug 23

Leo, even though people around you may be bearing down, you are able to think on your feet and come through the situation. You’ll rebound stronger than ever.

VIRGO – Aug 24/Sept 22

Country music artist and Stephen Decatur High School alum, Jimmy Charles, will perform a “Home for the Holidays” concert at Dry Dock on 28th Street, Friday, Dec. 22 from 5-9 p.m.

nated items to be auctioned off during the event.

Charles will be singing Christmas carols and his new song, “Broke for Christmas.” He will also be joined by the “Blind Wind” duo that includes Frankie Moran and his son, Cole, who has been blind since birth.

“It’s pretty awesome to watch [Cole],” Charles said. “The kid’s really great on the harmonica.”

There is no cost to attend the concert, but guests are asked to bring non-perishable food items for the parish pantry. Cash donations and grocery gift cards will also be accepted.

Charles performed a “Home for the Holidays” concert at the Ocean Pines Yacht Club in 2015 and last year in Salisbury at Hopper’s Tap See SHOW Page 48

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This is a great week for you, Virgo.

You may feel like you can exercise more freedom at work or in your personal life, and overcome any obstacles that are holding you back.

LIBRA – Sept 23/Oct 23

Libra, a situation in your life is getting testy. This is based on a misunderstanding, and things will ultimately work their way out. Take a deep breath and be patient.

SCORPIO – Oct 24/Nov 22

Scorpio, friendships go well for you during the next few days, so look to companions to provide the support you seek. Don’t worry about future plans just yet.

SAGITTARIUS – Nov 23/Dec 21

Lessons come in all shapes and sizes, Sagittarius, so open your eyes to all possibilities. Don’t feel you need to make sense of every little thing. Just be aware of your surroundings.

CAPRICORN – Dec 22/Jan 20

There are some unexpected surprises coming your way, Capricorn. But don’t worry too much about them.

Simply go with the flow and everything will fall into place.

AQUARIUS – Jan 21/Feb 18

Aquarius, life may seem as if you were driving on a multi-lane highway and then all the lanes merge into one.

Veer off your usual path for a while to get away from it all.

PISCES – Feb 19/Mar 20

Pisces, if you can learn to distance yourself from the emotional side of situations and focus on the practical, it will be smooth sailing this week.

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OUT & ABOUT

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Attending Ocean 98’s Listener and Seacrets’ Customer Appreciation party, last Friday, from left, are Maureen Hoffman, Joe and Mary Ann Manganello and Harry Tillmann, in Seacrets’ Morley Hall on 49th Street.

Having a blast at Ocean 98’s and Seacrets’ Customer Appreciation party, last Friday, from left, are Marjorie Hagood, Charlie Deal and Kathy Vornlocker, inside the 49th Street establishment’s nightclub.

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Enjoying drinks at Seacrets’ during its customer appreciation party, Dec. 15, from left, are Giulia Rota, Breanna Rohrer and Danielle Bellante.

Debbie and Rick Paschak of Chincoteague, Virginia have orange crushes at the bar of Nick’s House of Ribs, on 145th Street, Monday.

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Drinking wine at Longboard Cafe on 67th Street, Monday, from left, are sisters Susan and Cynthia Mooney, and Chris Turner.

Tracey Matthews and Larry Redding take care of customers at Longboard Cafe on 67th Street, Dec. 18.

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Show to benefit parish food pantry Continued from Page 46 House. Both benefitted Coastal Hospice, which Charles’ grandmother received services from.

Coastal Hospice is a nonprofit health care organization that cares for individuals facing life-limiting conditions but who want to remain as active and engaged as possible.

Coastal Hospice cares for patients in their home, nursing home, assisted living facility or at Coastal Hospice at the Lake. The organization serves Wicomico, Worcester, Dorchester and Somerset counties.

Philanthropy is a lifestyle for Charles as he spends time advocating for Zero Cancer, an organization that raises prostate cancer awareness.

Charles travels throughout the year to 12 different cities for annual run events.

“Baltimore is the biggest event that raises the most,” Charles said.

His song “Superman” is about a man battling cancer.

“A lot of men don’t tell anyone they’re battling prostate cancer because they feel like they have to deal with it alone,” Charles said. “Superman is about that, and it’s to help raise awareness because it’s something that’s not normally talked about.”

Charles also spends time raising money for the Virgin Islands. His song “Bout Summertime” music video was filmed in St. Thomas during a benefit concert for the people there.

In addition, he has worked with St. Jude Children’s Hospital, Survivorville, Children’s Miracle Network and Vanderbilt Children’s Hospital.

Charles is excited and looking forward to this year’s “Home for the Holidays” concert and said he can’t wait to smell the salt air again. He will be selling CDs and signing copies during the event.

For more on Charles, who has opened for some of the biggest names in country music including Merle Haggard, Lady Antebellum, Montgomery Gentry and Kacey Musgraves, visit www.JimmyCharlesMusic.com. He was also nominated by both Tennessee and Maryland for the “Ten Outstanding Young American” awards and voted “Outstanding Young Tennessean” for 2017.

Find him on Facebook and follow his social media handles, Twitter @jimmycharles92 and Instagram @jimmycharlesmusic.

‘Shop with a Cop’ brings police and children together

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By Greg Ellison Staff Writer (Dec. 22, 2017) State troopers and area elementary school children brought the spirit of Christmas to life during the fifth annual “Shop with a Cop,” at the Berlin Wal-Mart last Saturday.

As in past years, troopers from the Berlin Barrack, along with family members and volunteers, provided a memorable shopping and bonding experience for children in Worcester County.

The tradition began in 2013 after Senior Tpr. Marlin Myers, who was onboard once again in 2017, read about similar programs elsewhere in Maryland and promoted the charitable campaign to his cohorts.

“We took 18 kids this year,” Myers said. “They were having a ball and were wearing our hats.”

Prior to arriving at Wal-Mart aboard the Maryland State Police Bus, the young holiday shoppers convened at the barrack for a facility tour and police vehicle show-and-tell. They also received honorary Junior Maryland Trooper Badges.

Each child was partnered with an officer and given $100 to spend.

“In many cases, the troopers chip in a few more dollars if needed,” he said.

Six-year-old Peyton Bateman peppered Tpr. Brian Reilly with questions as the pair inspected the shelves to select holiday purchases.

“I’m excited,” Bateman said. “I’m buying gifts for my whole family.”

Before transferring to Berlin, Reilly was on patrol in Montgomery County, where he participated in a comparable “Shop with a Cop” event organized by the Rockville Barrack.

“This is my first year doing it down here,” he said. “This is pretty much a statewide event. [Rockville] does it a little bit differently, but it’s the same concept.”

As Reilly continued gift consultations

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State Trooper Nick Hager and Steven Grisbach, 11, pick out fishing tackle during the fifth annual “Shop with a Cop,” at the Berlin Wal-Mart last Saturday.

with Bateman, he noted the selfless nature of the youngsters.

“Usually kids are pretty humble too,” he said. “They buy stuff not even for themselves but really for their families.”

To illustrate that point, Reilly said Bateman’s initial present selection was intended for his entire household to share.

“The first gift that Peyton got was Monopoly because he’s keeping his family in mind during the holidays,” he said.

“He wants to spend time at Christmas together with his family to play games.”

Layne Gray, 8, said the bus ride over was a bit different than a typical school bus experience.

“It was fun because you get to sit next to your trooper and in the bus the seats are like stalls,” she said.

Inspecting her purchases after checkout, Gray said she was excited to ride the bus back to the barrack, where event volunteers would serve lunch and assist children with gift-wrapping.

“I’ve got one for my mom and dad and my baby brother,” she said.

Ebbin Phillips, 8, said he managed to

stretch the allotted holiday budget beyond the nuclear family.

“I bought a gift for my grandmom,” he said.

Still, children will be children, as evidenced by Bateman’s final holiday investment.

“You’ve still got $15, what are you going to spend it on … or we could just get more Pokémon cards?,” Reilly said.

To which Bateman ecstatically responded, “More Pokémon cards.”

The program has continued because of donations from Wal-Mart and the National Wal-Mart Foundation, Harbor Marine in West Ocean City, DeNovo’s Trattoria Restaurant in Ocean Pines, Chick-fil-A in West Ocean City, Atlantic Physical Therapy in Ocean Pines, the Makemie Memorial Presbyterian Women, private citizen donations, the Worcester County Board of Education, the Worcester County Health Department, the Worcester County CRICKET Center, and the men and women, both sworn and civilian, of the Maryland State Police Salisbury, Princess Anne and Berlin barracks.

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SURF REPORT

Santa Claus extraordinary surfer

By Dave Dalkiewicz Contributing Writer (Dec. 22, 2017) Santa Claus is a real person and an extraordinary surfer.

True story, no kidding.

In fact, he’s so extraordinary that not only does he surf on water but actually does so in the air as well. What enables all of this special activity is an object known as a foil. It’s attached to his sleigh and is, more or less, directly akin to an airplane wing which will produce lift in the air and on water.

To get a good idea of how this works, have a look at YouTube. Being that a picture is worth a thousand words, the ratio would become favorable at some point. My thousand words typically working out one way or another.

Due to the efficiency of the foil, relief can be had for the reindeer. They are an integral part of Santa’s journey and won’t have to work as hard during the air/water influenced travel. Surfer Santa, Santa Claus the surfer, goes a long way with a “foil sleigh” getting around the world in a timely fashion.

This is all about energy both in the air and in the water manifested in waves, utilized by the foils.

In more common usage foils, or hy-

drofoils, will be attached to SUP’s (stand-up paddleboards), surfboards, multi-hulled sailboats and commuter type ferry boats. Regarding speed, all of these different types of vehicles will go fast; very fast. Considering the air, foils are more in the form of wings on various sized airplanes again able to go, travel, fly at high speeds; very fast.

In more recent times, Santa has really tricked out his sleigh. In addition to the foils on the runners of the sleigh he’s added wings to the body therefore raising the capacity of his rig exponentially. The elves had to be kept busy in the slower times of the year and along with Santa they combined their efforts to produce a top-notch vehicle; very fast and very efficient.

Santa needed something extra to augment the reindeer power to reach everyone around the world, especially with the population growing so quickly in these more recent times.

Now lest you think that there’s no skill involved in riding and controlling this supercharged sleigh, think again.

Santa’s had to practice and train to keep up with his modified vehicle. That rotund body and long beard is a clever disguise to keep prying eyes at bay.

Space agencies both private and governmental have tried to get a hold on what Santa is up to only to reconsider after seeing the belly, beard and

crazy clothing of the crafty benevolent man. NASA and Elon Musk figure that they can spend their time on better things than to catch up with our boy, although they have their suspicions.

With all the friction caused by the extensive practice and training, the speculation is that much of the arctic ice melt might be the result of Santa having his headquarters at the North Pole.

In order to satisfy an audience and maintain his anonymity, he’s employed his elf crew once again to go out in his place at various public gatherings, parties and civic events. Apparently Santa is quite popular especially in the month of December and with younger folk.

Having a guy like Santa in our world is certainly a welcomed addition, much needed in these times of political, economic and international strife. Even the entertainment/comedic world try to deny him at some point. Back in the day, Groucho Marx had a line to the effect of, “There ain’t no Sanity Clause!”

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CUSTOMER APPRECIATION Local musician Kathy Denk is flanked by Ocean 98 radio personalities, “Big Al,” left, and “Coach,” during the Seacrets’ radio station’s Listener Appreciation party, last Friday. It was held in conjunction with Seacrets’ Customer Appreciation party at the 49th Street venue.

BJ’S ON THE WATER 75th Street and the bay Ocean City 410-524-7575 www.bjsonthewater.com Dec. 22: Four Play, 9 p.m.

Dec. 23: Over Time, 9 p.m.

Dec. 27: Ricci LaRicci & the Leftovers, 6-9 p.m.

BOURBON STREET ON THE BEACH 116th Street, behind Fountain Head Towers Condominium Ocean City 443-664-2896 www.bourbonstreetonthebeach.com Dec. 22: Bagabon, 7-10 p.m.

Dec. 23: Kevin Poole, 7-10 p.m.

Dec. 27: Open Mic, 8-11 p.m.

Dec. 28: Chris Button, 7-10 p.m.

CAPTAIN’S TABLE 15th St. & Baltimore Ave. Ocean City 410-289-7192 www.captainstableoc.com Every Friday & Saturday: Phil Perdue, 5:30 p.m.

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Joe Cevoli, of Ocean 98, left, is joined by Marilyn and Frank Exley during the Seacrets’ radio station’s Listener Appreciation party, last Friday.

CASINO AT OCEAN DOWNS 10218 Racetrack Road Berlin 410-641-0600 www.oceandowns.com Dec 22: Sol Knopf, 5:30-9:30 p.m.

Dec 23: Sol Knopf, 4:30-8:30 p.m.; Monkee Paw Trio, 9:30 p.m to 1:30 a.m.

THE COVE AT MUMFORD’S LANDING OCEAN PINES 1 Mumford’s Landing Road Ocean Pines 410-641-7501 www.oceanpines.org Dec. 22: Eastern Electric, 8 p.m.

Dec. 23: Trivia Night, 4 p.m.

DUFFY’S TAVERN 130th Street in the Montego Bay Shopping Center 410-250-1449 www.duffysoc.com Dec. 22: Bob Hughes, 5-9 p.m.

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Seacrets’ owner Leighton Moore and wife, Rebecca, pose for a photo with Ocean 98 Station Manager, David “Bulldog” Rothner, right, during the radio station’s Listener Appreciation party, last Friday. It was held in conjunction with Seacrets’ Customer Appreciation party at the 49th Street establishment.

HARBORSIDE BAR & GRILL 12841 S. Harbor Road West Ocean City

410-213-1846 www.ocharborside.com Dec. 22: DJ Billy T, 4 p.m. to 2 a.m.

Dec. 23: Side Project/Chris Button, 2-6 p.m.; DJ Jeremy, 9 p.m. to 2 a.m.

HARVEST MOON TAVERN 208 W. Green St. Snow Hill 410-632-9890 harvestmoontavern@gmail.com Dec. 22: Ted Elliot, 7-10 p.m.

OCEAN CLUB NIGHTCLUB In the Horizons Restaurant In the Clarion Fontainebleau Hotel 101st Street and the ocean Ocean City 410-524-3535 www.clarionoc.com Every Friday and Saturday: DJ Dusty, 9 p.m. to 1 a.m.

Dec. 22-23: Power Play PICKLES 706 Philadelphia Ave. Ocean City 410-289-4891 www.picklesoc.com Dec. 23: Beats by Adam Dutch, 10 p.m.

SEACRETS 49th Street and the bay Ocean City 410-524-4900 www.seacrets.com Dec. 22: JJ Rupp Band, 9 p.m. to 1 a.m.

Dec. 23: Full Circle, 5-9 p.m.; The Benderz, 10 p.m. to 1:50 a.m.

Dec. 28: Full Circle Duo, 5-9 p.m.

SKYE RAW BAR & GRILLE 66th Street, bayside Ocean City 410-723-6762 www.skyebaroc.com Dec. 22: Christmas Party w/The Stims, 4:30 p.m.

WHISKER’S BAR & GRILL 11070 Cathell Road, Suite 17 Pines Plaza, Ocean Pines 410-208-3922 www.whiskersbar.com Dec. 22: Karaoke w/Donnie Berkey

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Consider making cookies to present as Christmas gifts

By Deborah Lee Walker Contributing Writer (Dec. 22, 2017) Christmas is around the corner and last-minute shopping is top priority. Stores are packed, customers are crazed and patience is mandatory.

If this is not your preferred method of gift giving, consider making cookies. Homemade treats are always welcomed, budget friendly, and much tastier than store bought cookies.

Following are a few pointers that can make the difference between satisfactory and superior results. There is much to discuss so let’s get started.

Make sure all your ingredients and spices are fresh. Most of us do not bake often, so ingredients should be replaced yearly. Remember, you are putting a lot of effort into these cookies; do not start out with the odds stacked against you.

American home bakers prefer to measure their ingredients by volume, but measuring by weight is much more accurate.

Measuring by volume can create up to a 20 percent difference in the weight of the ingredient that is being used. If you want to invest in a scale, I highly recommend an OXO Food Scale. I have one and am very happy with its precision.

If one forgets to bring the butter to room temperature, do not microwave the dairy product to quicken the process, even if it is only for a few seconds. The process of microwaving butter will cause the cookies to fall flat which is not a good thing.

It is the smallest details that ensure perfection. Sift dry ingredients such as flour and leaveners for fluffier cookies.

While we are on the subject of dry ingredients, add the dry ingredients in small batches to the wet ingredients. Use a light touch; overworking the flour makes for tough cookies.

Have you ever wondered why recipes suggest chilling the dough before you roll it? Room temperature dough will stick to the rolling pin. But in addition, chilled dough keeps the cookies from spreading in the hot oven which adds to the presentation.

Do not forget to rotate your pans when baking cookies, most ovens heat from the bottom. When you switch the pans from top to bottom and vice versa, you should also turn them from the back to the front to safeguard against any hot spots.

Cookies continue to bake and firm up on the hot baking sheet even after they are removed from the oven. For softer cookies, try underbaking by a minute or two, taking them out of the oven just as they begin to brown around the edges.

For chewier cookies, let them cool on the baking sheet rather than a rack.

A mess-free working environment keeps one grounded during times of

stress. Consider placing a piping bag in a tall, empty drinking glass. The glass makes a good resting place for the bag with no fuss during the interim of decorating your cookies.

Unglazed cookies require a little surface preparation to ensure your embellishments will sick. Brush the surface of the dough with water before applying decorations.

Decorating cookies usually means accumulating a collection of tiny trimmings. To keep these items organized and close at hand, store them in an art box or fishing tackle box.

According to Cook’s Illustrated, the best way to keep your home-baked cookies fresh is to layer them with parchment paper (or wax paper) and tortillas. The moisture from the tortilla seeps into the air of the container.

Simply trace the bottom of the cookie tin on a sheet of parchment paper. Cut out a circle and repeat as needed. Layer a sheet of parchment paper, tortilla and parchment in between a layer of completely cooled cookies. Repeat until cookie tin is full.

Granny’s Sugar Cookies are a tradition in my family. We have been making these cookies for 35 years. The secret is to roll out the dough paper thin.

This recipe calls for four teaspoons of whole milk. The protein in the milk creates a strong batter of dough, capable of rising and withstanding the rigors of baking. The milk also helps in tenderizing and moistening the cookies.

I use flour and sugar when I am rolling out the cookie dough. Remember, these cookies are paper thin and I find the ratio of flour to the raw dough becomes too much if one only uses flour.

One important note to make, you can double this recipe but it does not work if you triple it.

Homemade cookies are fun to make and are a festive project that the entire family can participate in. Granny’s Sugar Cookies are delicious, easy to make and stand out from your typical sugar cookie recipe. Enjoy.

In closing, I wish you and your family a wonderful and safe holiday. Merry Christmas!

Granny’s Sugar Cookies

Ingredients ½ cup butter (room temperature) 1 cup sugar 1 to 1 ½ teaspoons vanilla extract 4 teaspoons whole milk 1 large egg ½ teaspoon table salt such as Morton’s (no kosher or seas salt) 2 teaspoons baking powder (sifted) 2 cups all-purpose flour (sifted) colored sugar cookie cutters 1. In a large bowl, mix cream butter and sugar together. Add vanilla and milk and mix well. Blend in egg and again mix well. Set aside.

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FUNDRAISER OFFICERS INSTALLED Congressman Andy Harris installed the 2018 officers for the Republican Women of Worcester County on Nov. 15 at the Dunes Manor in Ocean City.

Pictured, from left, are Jean Delcher, Mary Adair, Loretta Spinuzza, Sandy Zitzer, Congressman Harris, President-elect Beth Rodier, Vanessa Alban and Kahy Vornlocker.

Worcester County Humane Society held its annual dinner at Ocean City Fish Company in West Ocean City on Nov. 10, raising over $8,000 for the no-kill animal shelter in Berlin. Longtime humane society volunteer, Bill Morison, is joined by his daughter, Michelle Haas.

RED RIBBON WEEK Riley Nagler and Ella Gaddis dress up as twins to celebrate Red Ribbon Week at Berlin Intermediate School. The students were encouraged to dress as twins to “pair up against drugs.” Red Ribbon Week is a nationwide campaign to educate students about the harmful effects of tobacco/alcohol and drug abuse.

STUDENTS RECOGNIZED Brandon Ely, general manager of Ripley’s Believe It or Not in Ocean City, recently honored three fourth graders from Berlin Intermediate School. Students received a certificate and tickets to the museum. The students honored for November were Nicholas Perella, Caydence Walter and Nate Winklbauer. They are pictured with Erin Grunden, special education teacher.

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SDHS FOOD DRIVE During the time of giving, Stephen Decatur High School students and staff definitely caught the spirit, collecting over 5,100 pounds of canned goods during the annual food drive, Nov. 13-17. The school donated the goods to Diakonia, a local shelter in West Ocean City.

Student Government Association members sponsored the drive. Pictured, in back, are Amelia Nickell, Stephanie Marx, Brianna Watts, Delaney Sites, Ryan Danaher, Fallon Brown, Laila Mirza, Lily Rakow and Shea Griffin, and in front, Caroline Kurtz, Jamie Ditzel and Michael Mareno.

Anna Foultz was the guest speaker for the Nov. 29 weekly meeting of the Kiwanis Club of Greater Ocean Pines – Ocean City, a club where she is an honorary member. With the help of her daughter, Shirley Isbell, Foultz compiled and published the book, “Two Steps Forward – A Memoir.” It is a story that recalls her life, complete with all the trials and tribulations.

The purpose of the book is to raise money for her Star Charities organization, which she co-founded with her late husband, Carl, in 2007. She is pictured with Kiwanis Club President Ralph Chinn.

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Roll out dough paper thin for ‘Granny’s Sugar Cookies’ Continued from Page 51 2. In a medium bowl, combine salt, baking powder and flour, and mix. Stir dry ingredients for 1 minute to make sure they are evenly distributed.

3. Add dry ingredients in small batches to the wet ingredients.

4. Divide dough in half, wrap in plastic and refrigerate for 1 hour.

5. Preheat oven to 350 degrees.

6. Spread a combination of flour and sugar on your counter. Roll the dough very thinly. Cut the cookie dough with cookie cutters.

7. Place cookies on greased cookie sheet.

8. Sprinkle colored sugar on raw dough.

9. Bake 8 to 10 minutes or until dough is fully cooked.

10. Allow to rest for a few minutes and transfer to a cooling rack until they are fully cooled and hardened.

Secret Ingredient - Grandmothers. “Grandmothers hold our tiny hands for just a little while, but our hearts forever.”

— Unknown

End of Season Closing Sale Sunday, December 31st Elizabeth Hall, left, dishes out food while Cal Hook, Dorothy C. Morse and Pat Hammond lend assistance during the 19th annual Christmas dinner sponsored by the N.O.E.L. Community at St. Paul’s by-the-Sea Episcopal Church, last year. This year, a Christmas dinner will be served at Holy Savior Catholic Church on 17th Street, Monday, Dec. 25 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

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N.O.E.L. Community to host Christmas dinner, Dec. 25

By Kara Hallissey Staff Writer (Dec. 22, 2017) A Christmas dinner with ham, macaroni and cheese, green beans, rolls and dessert will be served at Holy Savior Catholic Church on 17th Street, Monday, Dec. 25 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Anyone who is homeless, unemployed, underemployed, shut-in or needs a friend during the holiday is encouraged to attend the 20th annual Christmas dinner, presented by the N.O.E.L. (Nothing Other than Eating and Loving) Community.

“Twenty years is special because the possibility and success of providing a meal on Christmas all these years is based on the generosity and commitment of businesses and volunteers from the community who provide donations

of money and food as well as volunteers who donate time to plan, coordinate and serve this meal,” said Monica Martin, volunteer chairperson of the N.O.E.L. planning committee.

Tables will be set up in the decorated church for guests to enjoy their meals.

There will be live entertainment, a visit from Santa Claus and gifts for children.

Attendees will also have the option to select from an assortment of sweet treats on the dessert table.

“We will have carryout meals available as well and continue the tradition of providing meals to first responders in Ocean City as well as town employees and others working on Christmas Day who would enjoy a hot meal,” Martin said.

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DISSECTION LESSON Stephen Decatur High School science teacher Nicole Billetdeaux, center, demonstrates a sheep brain dissection in her Anatomy and Physiology class during American Education Week. She is pictured with Bruklyn Waters, Ka'Mell Tatum, McKenzie Dancy and Aleyah Lewis.

MCDANIEL HONORED "It's All About Attitude" at Berlin Intermediate School. Students are recognized each day for being Respectful, Responsible and Ready to Learn as part of the school's PBIS initiative. Sixth grader Addison McDaniel earned her "It's All About Attitude" slip for being respectful to others, herself, and the learning environment. She is always doing things to help her teachers and her peers. McDaniel is pictured with BIS School Principal Tom Sites.

REMEMBRANCE DAY American Legion Synepuxent Post #166 recently went back in time to Dec. 7, 1941. Chairman Nelson Kelley of the Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day Program provided the radio transmissions of the attack on Pearl Harbor and President Franklin D. Roosevelt’s message to the joint session of the U.S. Senate and Congress. Peter Wimbrow, Ocean City’s World War II expert, spoke along with Sen. Jim Mathias. World War II Navy veterans and member of Post #166, Frank Hoover and Carroll Wagner, were recognized. Pictured, seated, from left, are Marie Gilmore, president of Auxiliary Unit #166; Charles Herbert, vice commander of Squadron #166 Sons of the American Legion; and Kelley, and standing, Hoover, Wagner, Sen. Mathias, Post #166 Chaplain Ben Dawson and Wimbrow.

WORKSHOP AT NASA Worcester Prep teachers Shari McCormick, Dr. Sara Timmons, Erin Shimko and Sandy Taylor recently attended an Educator Professional Development Workshop at NASA’s Flight Facility in Wallops Island.

PJ DRIVE

COLLECTING DONATIONS Girl Scout Troop 812 of Berlin collected personal items for active U.S. servicemen and women overseas. They teamed up with Most Blessed Sacrament Catholic School for the November drive.

Pictured, from left, are Julia Kozma, Summer Brenner, Evelyn Walsh, Emery Busko, Chloe Beall, Isabella Johnson, Stephanie Sampson and Summer Banks.

Ocean City Elementary held its first Pajama Drive, Oct. 23 to Nov. 10. Students were encouraged to bring in a new pair of pajamas to donate to the Pajama Program, a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization that provides new, warm sleepwear and books to children in need.

The school set a goal to collect 100 pairs of pajamas. At the end of the PJ Drive, OCES students, faculty and staff had collected 132 pairs.

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Christmas dinner offered at Holy Savior Catholic Church Continued from Page 53 provided more than 200 hot breakfast meals to guests on Christmas Eve in addition to bags of food to prepare a Christmas dinner. They also delivered 53 hot meals to first responders and employees working for the Town of Ocean City on Christmas Day, she said.

“Over the past few years, providing this meal on Christmas has had challenges as a result of the fire at St. Paul’s by-the-Sea in 2013 and the loss of Father David Dingwall,” Martin said. “We have gone from providing take-home meals to prepare at City Hall, to providing a hot breakfast with a meal to take home at St. Paul’s and back to providing a hot dinner meal on Christmas this year.”

Because of construction at St. Paul’s by-the-Sea in downtown Ocean City, Holy Savior Church staff offered to host the Christmas dinner this year.

“Worcester County is filled with many generous people who support many charitable organizations,” Martin said.

“Donations received through our annual drive prior to Christmas supports many programs including the N.O.E.L. dinner, Shepherd’s Crook, and other local food pantries. Funds are also used to help support foster children in Worcester County, adults who receive services through the Department of Social Services, Surfer’s Healing and the Cricket Center.”

Volunteers provide approximately 50

lunches every Saturday to Shepherd’s Crook year-round and they actively work with the local food pantries, shelters and social service groups to identify what is most needed in the area.

Thousands of canned goods, dry goods, fruits, desserts, toiletries, clothing, paper products, cleaning supplies, baby products and other items are donated to families and individuals in need.

The N.O.E.L. Community is asking for monetary and food donations.

Checks can be mailed to: 302 North Baltimore Avenue, Ocean City, Maryland, 21842. Donations of non-perishable food and toiletries from individuals and organizations will be accepted on Saturday, Dec. 23 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Holy Savior Catholic Church on 17th Street and Coastal Highway.

In addition, these items can be dropped off at the Shepherd’s Crook food pantry located on Baltimore Avenue and Third Street in Ocean City, which is open every day except Sundays and Wednesdays from 10 a.m. to noon.

N.O.E.L. organizes events throughout the year and its gLOVEs drive will take place in February. New gloves, hats, socks and blankets will be collected for those in need on Feb. 11 at St. Paul’s bythe-Sea on Third Street and Church of the Holy Spirit on 100th Street.

For more information about the N.O.E.L. Community or the Christmas dinner, call 410-289-3453.

Duo heads south, Appalachian Trail hike moved to Fla.

(Dec. 22, 2017) Two intrepid women began a long Appalachian Trial hike in support of the Jesse Klump Memorial Fund last week, but due to unforeseen circumstances, Snow Hill resident Jean Schreccengost and her friend, Melissa Ordway of Alaska, have had to change their venue.

They will now be hiking the Florida Trail from Pensacola to the Everglades, 1,000 miles.

“I commend and admire these two women for continuing their mission despite setbacks. They are an inspiration to many who struggle with mental illness and suicidal thoughts,” said Fund President Kim Klump. “They are spreading the word about warning signs of depression and suicide and fundraising for the Jesse Klump Memorial Fund.”

Schrecengost, 37, and Ordway, 36, were scheduled to start their trek in New Hampshire on Dec. 13 and head south before finishing up on Feb. 1 in Pine Grove, Pennsylvania, depending on the weather. Now they have moved further south. They will still be distributing information about suicide prevention and awareness in addition to posting on Facebook throughout their journey.

This is not their first time on the trail.

The duo completed the Springer Moun-

PHOTO COURTESY JEAN SCHRECENGOST

Friends, Jean Schrecengost, left, and Melissa Ordway will walk the Appalachian Trail from Pensacola to the Everglades in Florida while raising awareness and funds for the local Jesse Klump Memorial Fund.

tain, Georgia, to Pine Grove portion of the trail, from April to July in 2013. The entire Appalachian Trial is approximately 2,181 miles.

“The goal is to raise at least $10,000 for the Jesse Klump Memorial Fund,” Schrecengost said. “This is an important and worthy cause because it affects every single person in the world. A large part of the greater community is struggling with addiction, which is a part of mental health. It is important to create a space to talk about it and not be ashamed.”

Visit “On The Trail To End Suicide” on Facebook for updates. Donate at https://jessespaddle.donorpages.com/ OntheTrailtoEndSuici/OntheTrailtoEndSuiciname.

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HOLIDAY SHOPPING Maryland troopers from the Berlin Barrack loaded the police bus with youngsters for a trip to Wal-Mart during the annual “Shop with a Cop” event, held last Saturday.

Diabetes management classes

(Dec. 22, 2017) The Atlantic General Diabetes Center at Atlantic General Hospital will be offering diabetes selfmanagement education classes in January.

The series of four, two-hour sessions will address blood glucose monitoring, foot care, nutrition, exercise and other self-management skills to help individuals better manage their diabetes. A family member is invited to attend.

The program is recognized by the American Diabetes Association for quality education, and program staff includes a registered nurse who has di-

abetes and a registered dietitian, both of whom are Certified Diabetes Educators.

Advance registration and a referral from particpant’s primary care provider (which the program can obtain) are required.

Diabetes Self-Management is a Medicare benefit and the cost of the classes is covered by most insurances.

Classes will be held on Tuesday, Jan. 9, 16, 23 and 30 from 12:30-2:30 p.m. at Atlantic Health Center, 9714 Healthway Drive in Berlin. Call 410-208-9761 for more information and to register.

Worcester Youth presents gifts to families in county (Dec. 22, 2017) Worcester Youth and Family Counseling Services recently provided holiday gifts to more than 100 children and families in Worcester County.

Through a collaborative effort, the organization worked with Toys for Tots, Bless Our Children, Raven’s Roost Ocean City, Worcester Gold, Stevenson United Methodist Church and anonymous family sponsors to ensure children and families in the community have a happy and joyful holiday.

Worcester Youth and Family Counseling Services thanks everyone involved in making the season bright and special for all, including John Lowery and his holiday helpers for coordinating and packaging the bulk of the toys. This undertaking would not have been possible without the support of the community and the strong partnerships among the various resource agencies and the faith-based community.

For over 40 years, Worcester Youth and Family Counseling Services has been at the heart of what is happening with families in the community. Its

programs strive to maximize the potential of each person within the home and to increase awareness about mental health and social issues within the community. Because of its supporters, Worcester Youth is able to make a difference in the lives of the people it serves.

This year, the Berlin-based organization served more than 1,000 community members by: helping struggling families find needed financial support and resources to prevent homelessness; supporting at-risk adolescent girls and boys experiencing difficulty or conflict in their lives; offering cultural, educational and wellness experiences to children during out of school time; providing comprehensive counseling and therapy services to those coping with life’s stressors; and advocating for neglected and abused children so they may have a brighter future.

For more information about Worcester Youth and Family’s programs, call 410-641-4598 or visit www.gowoyo.org.

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■ ALEX’S ITALIAN RESTAURANT, Route 50, West Ocean City 410-213-7717 / www.ocitalianfood.com / $-$$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / Reservations accepted / Full bar / Serving homemade Italian cuisine, steaks, seafood, chicken, pork and pasta. Elegant dining room with fireplace. Early bird specials every day from 5-6 p.m.

■ ASIAN GARDEN, Philadelphia Avenue, between 15th and 16th streets, Ocean City 410-289-7423 / www.asiangarden.us / $ / V-MC-AE-DIS / Serving Chinese and Indian cuisine. Eat in, carry out or we can deliver.

Open 7 days a week, 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.

■ THE BIG EASY ON 60, 5909 Coastal Highway, Ocean City 410-524-2305 / www.thebigeasyon60.com / $-$$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / Reservations accepted / Children’s menu / Full Bar / An Ocean City restaurant with a New Orleans flair. Amazing atmosphere with beautiful outside patio seating. Come try some Ocean City favorites as well as our take on traditional Louisiana cajun dishes. Everything from outstanding starters, unique entrees, to awesome desserts along with extraordinary hospitality. A family friendly Ocean City Restaurant New Orleans menu.

■ BJ’S ON THE WATER, 75th Street, Ocean City 410-524-7575 / www.bjsonthewater.com / $-$$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Full bar / Open year-round. Entire dining menu served 11 a.m. to 1:30 a.m., seven days a week. Daily specials, daily duck feeding. Entertainment every Wednesday, Friday and Saturday. No cover. Available for parties and banquets. Indoor and outdoor dining.

■ BLUE FISH JAPANESE & CHINESE RESTAURANT AND SUSHI BAR, 94th Street, Ocean City 410-524-3983 / www.bluefishocmd.com / $-$$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / Reservations accepted / Full bar / Japanese and Chinese restaurant and sushi bar with beer, wine and cocktails. Dine in, take out and delivery available.

■ BOURBON STREET ON THE BEACH, 116th Street & Coastal Hwy., (Behind Fountain Head Towers Condominium), Ocean City 443-664-2896 / www.bourbonstreetonthebeach.com / $$-$$$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / Reservations recommended for large parties / Children’s menu/ Full bar / Eastern Shore fare with a New Orleans Flare. Seafood, Steaks & Pasta dishes—Specializing in Jambalaya, Creole, & Gumbo. Home of the Ragin’ Cajun Bloody Mary. Happy Hour 4-7 p.m.

Weekly entertainment.

■ CAPTAIN’S TABLE RESTAURANT, 15th Street and the Boardwalk, Ocean City 410289-7192 / www.captainstableoc.com / $$$$$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / Reservations accepted / Children’s menu / Full bar / Family-owned, serving fine seafood, steaks and poultry on the third floor of the Courtyard by Marriott.

■ COINS, 28th Street and Coastal Highway, Ocean City 410-524 3100 / www.coinspub.com / $-$$ / V-MC-DIS / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Full bar / Casual dining atmosphere for families. Crab cakes, hand-cut steaks, fresh seafood. Everything home-made. Happy hour 3-6 p.m. and early bird 4-6 p.m. Daily specials.

■ THE COTTAGE CAFE, Route 1 (across from Sea Colony), Bethany Beach, Del. 302539-8710 / www.cottagecafe.com / $, $$ / V-MC-AE / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Full bar / Seafood, kids’ menu, happy hour specials. Lunch and dinner daily.

Breakfast buffet on weekends.

■ THE COVE AT OCEAN PINES, 1 Mumford’s Landing Road, Ocean Pines 410-641-7501 / www.oceanpines.org/ $$ / V-MC-AE-DIS/No

reservations required / Children’s menu / Full bar / Coastal cuisine. Open Friday from 4-10 p.m. and Saturday from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.

■ THE CRAB BAG, 130th Street, bayside, Ocean City 410-250-3337 / www.thecrabbag.com / $-$$ / V-MC-AE / No reservations required / Full bar / Dine in and carryout. Open 7 Days a week, 11 am til late night. Hot steamed crabs, world famous fried chicken, ribs, burgers, barbecue, pasta, seafood, steaks, sandwiches and more.

Lunch and weekly carry-out and dinner specials. Happy hour at the beach with drink and food specials.

■ DOUGH ROLLER, South Division Street and Boardwalk 410-289-3501; 41st Street and Coastal Hwy. 410-524-9254; 70th Street and Coastal Hwy. 410-524-7981 / www.DoughRollerRestaurants.com / $ / VMC-AE-DIS / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Ocean City’s favorite family restaurant for more than 35 years. Great kid’s menu. Dayton’s Fried Chicken available at South Division. Breakfast served daily at 41st and 70th streets. Order online for carryout at both Coastal Highway locations.

■ DRY 85 OC, 12 48th Street, Ocean City 443-664-8989 / www.DRY85.com / $$ / VMC-AE-DIS / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Full bar / Steps from the beach. Named one of the Top 40 Whisky Bars in America by Whisky Advocate plus Craft Beer and Craft Cocktails. Gourmet “stick to your ribs” home cooking. A made-from-scratch kitchen with every sauce, every dressing hand crafted. It’s that attention to detail that takes the concept of burgers, fries, pork chops and wings and turns them completely on their head. Each dish is creatively deconstructed allowing the essence of flavor and spice to shine. Late night bar. Seasonal outdoor seating.

■ DUFFYS, 130th St., in Montego Bay Shopping Ctr. & Coastal Highway, Ocean City 410-250 1449 / www.duffysoc.com / $-$$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Full bar / Casual dining, indoor or outdoor seating. Irish fare and American cuisine. Appetizers, soups, salads, sandwiches, steaks and seafood. Second Season & Daily Dinner Specials. Dine In, Carry Out. Happy Hour, daily, noon to 6 pm.

■ FLYING FISH CAFE & SUSHI BAR, The Village of Fenwick, 300 Coastal Highway, Fenwick Island, Del. 302-581-0217 / www.flyingfishfenwick.com / $-$$ /V-MC-DIS / Reservations accepted / Children’s menu / Full bar / Featuring the freshest and most innovative sushi, sashimi, and rolls plus creative and delicious small plates.

■ FOX’S PIZZA DEN, 31225 American Parkway, Selbyville, Del. 302-436-FOXS / www.foxspizzade.com / $-$$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Full bar / Sit-down bar and restaurant. Full menu includes pizza, pastas, salads, sandwiches and more. Specializing pizza and chef specials. Open daily for lunch and dinner at 11 a.m. Take out and delivery.

■ GUIDOS BURRITOS, 33rd Street & Coastal Highway, Ocean City 410-524 3663 / $-$$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Full bar / Casual dining. Full service Mexican restaurant featuring the freshest ingredients matched with authentic recipes, intoxicating aromas, and an upbeat atmosphere … one bite and you’re transported to Mexico City.

■ HARBORSIDE BAR & GRILL, 12841 S. Harbor Road, West Ocean City 410-2131846 / www.weocharborside.com / $$ / VMC-AE-DIS / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Full bar / Open seven days a week, 11 a.m. to 2 a.m. Casual waterfront dining serving seafood, steaks, sandwiches, salads, wraps and pasta. Home of the “Original Orange Crush.” Entertainment Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

■ HARPOON HANNA’S RESTAURANT & BAR, Route 54 and the bay, Fenwick Island, Del. www.harpoonhannasrestaurant.com / $$ / VMC-AE-DIS / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Full bar / Casual waterfront

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■ HEMINGWAY’S AT THE CORAL REEF, 17th Street, in the Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites, Ocean City 410-289-2612 / www.ocmdhotels.com/hemingways / $$$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / Reservations accepted / Children’s menu / Full bar / Elegant dining room, Floridian/island-style cuisine. Sea-food, tropical salsas, grilled steaks, pork chops, grilled pineapple, banana fritters, entree salads.

■ HORIZONS OCEANFRONT RESTAURANT, 101st Street, Ocean City 410-524-3535 / www.clarionoc.com / $-$$ ($20-45) / V-MCAE-DIS / Reservations accepted / Open tables / Children’s menu / Full bar / Serving beach-inspired dishes in both our oceanfront restaurants, Horizons and Breakers Pub. Allday menu, available 11:30 a.m. to 11 p.m.

Deluxe Sunday breakfast buffet open yearround and AUCE prime rib, crab legs and seafood buffet available most weekends.

■ JULES FINE DINING, 118th Street, Ocean City 410-524-3396 / www.ocjules.com / $$, $$$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / Reservations accepted / Children’s menu / Full bar / Local fare, global flair. Fresh seafood year-round, fresh local produce.

■ LONGBOARD CAFÉ, 67th Street Town Center, Ocean City 443-664-5639 / www.longboardcafe.net / $$ / V-MC-DIS / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Full bar / Serving lunch and dinner. Lite fare to dinner entrees offering a variety of burgers, paninis, sandwiches and salads. The "veggies" menu features wrinkled green beans.

Signature house libiations and signature entrees made with ingredients from local farms and fisheries. A family restaurant.

■ MY THAI OC, 138th Street, Bayside Plaza, 13727 Coastal Highway, Ocean City 410250-9918 / www.mythaioc.webs.com / $ / VMC-DIS / Beer, wine / Authentic Thai food served 6 days a week, 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Closed Tuesdays. Free parking for customers.

Eat in or take out. Vegetarian options also.

■ NICK’S HOUSE OF RIBS, 144th Street & Coastal Highway, Ocean City 410-250-1984 / www.nickshouseofribs.com / $$/ V-MC-AEDIS / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Full bar / Casual, family friendly with upscale atmosphere. Extensive menu from our famous baby back ribs, fresh seafood, black angus steaks.

■ OC 360 EATS+DRINKS, 13801 Coastal Highway, Ocean City 443-664-4008 / www.fenwickinn.com/360-eats-drinks / $-$$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Full bar / One of North OC's best kept gems and only rooftop restaurant. Nestled on the 8th floor of The Fenwick Inn, you can enjoy amazing views of both the ocean and bay. Join us for breakfast Saturday or Sunday from 8-11 a.m. or dinner from 3-9 p.m. Come for a Happy Hour cocktail everyday from 3-7 p.m. and catch an amazing sunset from our 8th floor patio. Our large neighborhood bar houses all of your favorite spirits. We also offer weekly dinner specials.

Check us out on Facebook or our website!

Can't wait to see you.

■ OCEAN DOWNS CASINO, DINE N DASH, 10218 Racetrack Road, Berlin 410-6410600 / www.oceandowns.com / $-$$ / V-MCAE-DIS / No reservations required / Full bar in Casino / This eatery and bar is sure to satisfy your appetite! With everything from hearty soups, overstuffed deli sandwiches and snacks. Open for breakfast, 8-11 a.m., lunch and dinner, 11 a.m. to 3 a.m. and Grab & Go, 3-4 a.m. Must be 21 years old to enter.

■ PIZZA TUGOS, Routes 50 and 611, West Ocean City, 410-524-2922 / 114th Street and Coastal Highway, Ocean City 410-5242922 / www.pizzatugos.com / $-$$ / V-MCAE-DIS / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Full bar / Serving lunch and dinner. Open 7 days. Pizza Tugos is a family-friendly dining restaurant that features award winning pizza, pasta, craft burgers, sandwiches, subs, appetizers and salads.

Great happy hour and football specials with full bar and 54 craft beers.

■ POPEYE’S LOUISIANA KITCHEN, Route 50, West Ocean City 443-664-2105 / $ / VMC / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Family restaurant. Eat-in, carry out or drive-thru. Open seven days, year-round. Every Monday and Tuesday, two-piece chicken for 99 cents. Every Wednesday, free kids meal with purchase of combo.

■ RARE AND RYE, 106 32nd St., Ocean City 410-213-7273 / https://www.rareandrye.com / V-MC-AE-DIS / Full Bar/ Whiskey and Wine Bar. Farm to Table. Locally grown and prepared cuisine with an eclectic menu. Unique libations with robust selection of ryes, bourbons, whiskeys and specialty drinks. Authentic green space with industrial and rustic décor.

■ RED RED WINE BAR OC, 12 48th Street, Ocean City 443-664-6801 / www.RedRedWineBar.com / $$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Full Bar/ Steps from the beach. Coastal cuisine with a focus on local seafood and hand tossed pizzas plus artisanal cheeseboards. 35+ wines By the Glass, 120+ By the Bottle. Flights. Full bar. Luxurious colors and custom built couches make this the spot to escape for lunch and dinner. Late night bar. Seasonal outdoor seating.

■ ROPEWALK, 82nd Street on the bay, Ocean City 410-524-1109 / www.ropewalkoc.com / $$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Full bar / OC’s favorite spot to watch the sunsets. Indoor dining and bar, deck dining and tiki bar.

Serving brunch on Saturday and Sunday. Serving lunch and dinner, 7 days a week in casual atmosphere. Happy hour specials all day, every day.

■ SEACRETS, 49th Street, Ocean City 410524-4900 / www.seacrets.com / $$ / V-MCAE-DIS / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Full bar / Island atmosphere. Soups, salads, Jamaican jerk chicken, appetizers, sandwiches, paninis, pizza and fresh seafood.

■ SKYE RAW BAR & GRILLE, 66th Street, Ocean City 410-723-6762 / www.skyebaroc.com / $$-$$$ / V-M-AE-DIS / Reservations accepted / Full bar / Lunch, dinner, raw bar or lite fare, at the top of 66th Street and Coastal Highway. Happy hour, 3-6 p.m. with food and drink specials.

■ SUSHI CAFE, 13711 Coastal Hwy., Ocean City 443-373-2370 / $-$$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / Reservations accepted / Dine in, carry out.

Offering the freshest Sushi, nigiri, sashimi and rolls along with traditional kitchen entrées.

■ TOUCH OF ITALY, 67th Street and Coastal Highway, in the Holiday Inn Oceanfront, Ocean City 302-703-3090 / www.TouchofItaly.com / $-$$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / No reservations required / Full bar / Full Italian style restaurant with Italian style deli and pasticceria/bakery too. Just stop in for a look and a taste of some fresh prosciutto fresh loaves of Italian bread. Large circular bar with Happy Hour and check our Web site with our daily specials from our great menu including pasta, wood fired pizzas, delicious heros and catering.

■ VICTORIAN ROOM RESTAURANT, Dunes Manor Hotel, OCEANFRONT at 28th and Baltimore Ave, Ocean City 410-289-1100 / www.dunesmanor.com / $$ - $$$ / V-MC-AEDIS / Reservations not required but recommended / Full Bar / Children’s menu / Open year round. Oceanfront dining atmosphere with local, farm to table/sea to table cuisine.

Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner daily, 7:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. (Friday and Saturday, till 10 p.m.). Also Zippy Lewis Lounge with happy hour from 4-7 p.m., featuring Craft Beer selections and appetizer menu; Milton’s Out Door Cafe; and the Barefoot Beach Bar in season.

■ WHISKERS PUB, 120th Street, OC Square, Ocean City 410-524-2609 / www.whiskerspub.com / $ / V-MC-AE-DIS / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Full bar / Certified Angus®burgers and casual fare. Call for hours.

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New Year’s Eve celebration, fireworks at park

By Kara Hallissey Staff Writer (Dec. 22, 2017) Undecided on where to take the family for New Year’s Eve? Why not check out the Town of Ocean City’s fireworks show and festivities at Northside Park on 125th Street to ring in 2018.

There will be live entertainment from Baltimore’s DJ Kutt, hot chocolate and baked goods available for a nominal fee, giveaways with a CocaCola Boardwalk beach cruiser bicycle as the major gift, and an opportunity to ride through the Winterfest of Lights for the final time in 2017, which will have extended hours until 11:30 p.m. for the special occasion.

“It is designed to be a family-

friendly atmosphere and the best experience in the area to bring children,” said Frank Miller, special events superintendent for the Town of Ocean City. “Kids will more than likely leave with some type of gift and the fireworks are all set to music. It is a great way to wrap up 2017 and kick off 2018 in Ocean City.”

Coca-Cola is a major sponsor of the event and there will be a wide range of product giveaways the entire evening. Jamaica Avenue from Abbey Burger’s deck to the Winterfest tents will be one large viewing area.

“Abbey Burger is right across the street and you can watch the fireworks from their back deck,” Miller said. “It is a great place to bring your

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family, get a burger to eat, some beer or wine to drink and catch the New Year’s Eve fireworks display. The mayor will say a few words and oversee the countdown.”

DJ Kutt will start spinning the tunes at 5:30 p.m. inside the pavilion and will move outdoors around 11 p.m. in preparation for the midnight fireworks display.

Attendees can also look forward to a couple photo opportunities and organizers are working on a sequence countdown to midnight on the 50foot Christmas tree.

Winterfest of Lights has become a tradition for residents and families visiting during the holiday season.

Many check out the award-winning nighttime festival each year to take the guided open-air tour through the 125th Street park accompanied by holiday tunes.

The New Year’s Eve festivities begin at 5:30 p.m. inside the Winterfest Pavilion.

Winterfest of Lights runs nightly through Jan. 1, 2018 at Northside Park. Hours of operation are 5:309:30 p.m. Sunday through Thursday, and 5:30-10:30 p.m. on Friday and Saturday. The cost to ride the train is $5 for adults. Children 11 and younger ride for free.

For information, call 410-250-0125 or visit www.ococean.com/events.

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Submission deadline is 5 p.m. Monday, the week of publication. Local submissions have priority. Area event listings are subject to space availability.

FRI, DEC. 22 FIBER FRIENDS (FORMERLY BALLYCASTLE KNITS)

Ocean Pines library, 11107 Cathell Road, Ocean Pines, MD, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.

Bring your lap work and join these informal get-togethers. Knitters, crocheters, embroiderers, etc. are welcomed. Victoria Christie-Healy, moonlightknitting@gmail.com, 703507-0708 Berlin library, 220 N. Main St., Berlin, MD, 10:30 a.m. For infants and toddlers up to age 2 and their caregivers. 410641-0650

LAP TIME

Dunes Manor Hotel & Suites, 2800 Baltimore Ave., Ocean City, MD, 5 to 11 p.m. Friday’s festivities include photos with Santa and an elf (cookies and hot chocolate served) from 5-7 p.m., holiday movies by the pool (candy and popcorn served) from 7-9 p.m. and a singalong of holiday favorites in the Dunes Piano Lounge with Shirley Toms from 7-11 p.m. 410-289-1100, http://www.dunesmanor.com

FREE CHRISTMAS ACTIVITIES

HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS CHRISTMAS SHOW AND BENEFIT

Dry Dock 28, 2709 N. Philadelphia Ave., Ocean City, MD, 5 to 9 p.m. Performance by Jimmy Charles. St. Mary Star of the Sea/Holy Savior Parish Food Pantry & Assistance Program. http://www.jimmycharlesmusic.com

SAT, DEC. 23 White Horse Park, 239 Ocean Parkway, Ocean Pines, MD, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Held every Saturday. Locally grown vegetables and fruits, eggs, honey, kettle korn, flowers, artisan breads, seafood, meats and more. New vendors welcome. 410641-7717, Ext. 3006

FARMERS MARKET

‘THE CORDDRY COMPANY CROSSING’ TRAIN GARDEN

The Pocomoke River Canoe Company, 2 River St., Snow Hill, MD, 1 to 4 p.m.

Featuring an operating O gauge train garden. Fun for all ages.

Dunes Manor Hotel & Suites, 2800 Baltimore Ave., Ocean City, MD, 4 to 11 p.m. Saturday’s festivities include holiday crafts and children’s games from 4-6 p.m., photos with Santa and an elf

FREE CHRISTMAS ACTIVITIES

(cookies and hot chocolate served) from 5-7 p.m., Polar Express Dinner & Movie Experience from 6-8 p.m. and a singalong of holiday favorites in the Dunes Piano Lounge with Shirley Toms from 711 p.m. Reservations are required to attend “The Polar Express,” and each family that attends is asked to donate a new toy, which will be donated to Diakonia. Reservations: Tracy Rice, trice@dunesmanor.com or 410-2891100. http://www.dunesmanor.com Ocean Pines Community Center, 235 Ocean Parkway, Ocean Pines, MD, 4 to 7 p.m. Children are encouraged to come visit Santa and mail their letters in Santa’s special mailbox. Open to the public. Ocean Pines Recreation and Parks Department, 410-641-7052.

SANTA’S HOUSE

PHOTO COURTESY D.J. LANDIS, SR.

CATHELL VISITS KIWANIS Judge Dale Cathell has been a guest speaker several times at the Kiwanis Club of Greater Ocean Pines – Ocean City meetings. The retired Maryland Court of Appeals judge, and author, shared stories about the history of Ocean City during his recent visit. After he spoke, Cathell, left, accepted the Kiwanis pen from Club President Ralph Chinn.

SUN, DEC. 24 Dunes Manor Hotel & Suites, 2800 Baltimore Ave., Ocean City, MD, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Decorate your own cookies for Santa. 410-289-1100, http://www.dunesmanor.com

FREE CHRISTMAS ACTIVITY

‘THE CORDDRY COMPANY CROSSING’ TRAIN GARDEN

The Pocomoke River Canoe Company, 2 River St., Snow Hill, MD, 1 to 4 p.m.

Featuring an operating O gauge train garden. Fun for all ages.

Historic St. Martin’s, 11413 Old Worcester Highway, Showell, MD, 5 p.m. Complimentary parking. http://www.historicstmartinschurch.org

OLD FASHIONED LESSONS & CAROLS

MON, DEC. 25 20TH ANNUAL N.O.E.L. COMMUNITY DINNER

Holy Savior Catholic Church, 1705 Philadelphia Ave., Ocean City, MD, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Everyone is invited. Serving ham, macaroni and cheese, green beans, rolls and desserts. Also, featuring music and a visit from Santa. Carryouts available. Donations can be sent to The N.O.E.L. Community, c/o St. Paul’s by the Sea, 302 N. Baltimore Ave., Ocean City, MD 21842. St. Paul’s by-the-Sea, 410-289-3453

TUE, DEC. 26 Northside Park Recreation Complex,

WINTERFEST SOCCER CAMP

GUEST SPEAKER Beth Rodier, president-elect of the Republican Women’s Club, was the guest speaker during a recent meeting of the General Levin Winder Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution. Rodier, left, is pictured with chapter Regent Patricia Ayers.

200 125th St., Ocean City, MD, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The camp, held Dec. 26-27, is open to boys and girls ages 6 to 14 years old and includes top-notch instruction directed by Colby Fell. Cost is $50 for Ocean City residents and $60 for nonresidents. All campers will received a soccer ball, T-shirt, a 4x6 photo with their coaches, a certificate of completion and a pizza party. Register online at http://oceancitymd.gov/oc/departments/recreation-parks/, call 410-2500125 or stop by Northside Park for a registration form. Camp gift certificates are also available.

Berlin library, 220 N. Main St., Berlin, MD, 10:30 a.m. Holiday science, art and fun for 3 to 7 year old children. 410-6410650

REINDEER GAMES

Pocomoke library, 301 Market St., Pocomoke City, MD, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Use the maker cart to draw, paint and create. 410-957-0878

MAKE AND TAKE

Ocean City library, 10003 Coastal High-

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Worcester County Health Center, 9730 Healthway Drive, Berlin, MD, 5:30 to 7 p.m. The group meets each Tuesday.

TOPS is a support and educational group promoting weight loss and health lifestyle. jeanduck47@gmail.com

TAKE OFF POUNDS SENSIBLY MEETING

Pocomoke Elks Lodge 1624, 1944 Worcester Highway, Pocomoke City, MD, 7 p.m. Doors open at 6 p.m., early bingo at 7 p.m. and regular games start at 7:30 p.m. Food and non-alcoholic drinks available. Open to the public.

410-957-3556

BINGO

WED, DEC. 27 KIWANIS CLUB OF GREATER OCEAN PINES/OCEAN CITY

Ocean Pines Community Center, 235 Ocean Parkway, Ocean Pines, MD, 8 a.m. Meets every Wednesday. Doors open at 7 a.m., meeting begins at 8 a.m.

410-641-7330, http://www.kiwanisofopoc.org Sports Core Pool, 11144 Cathell Road, Ocean Pines, MD, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Children, 7 years and older, will learn lifeguarding skills, play games, visit the local fire department and enjoy a pizza lunch. Participants must be strong swimmers. Cost is $75 and includes a Tshirt, whistle, first-aid kit, lunch, snacks and drinks. Open to the public. Register: Ocean Pines Aquatics Department, 410641-5255

JUNIOR LIFEGUARD PROGRAM

Ocean Pines library, 11107 Cathell Road, Ocean Pines, MD, 10:30 a.m. For children under 2 and their caregivers. 410208-4014

LAP TIME

Ocean City library, 10003 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, MD, 10:30 a.m. Best for 2 to 5 year old children but all are welcome. 410-524-1818

STORY TIME ‘WARM AND COZY’

Pocomoke library, 301 Market St., Pocomoke City, MD, 11 a.m. Open to people who knit, crochet, cross stitch and all other textile arts. Beginners welcome. Light refreshments provided. 410957-0878

STITCH-N-SIP FIBER ARTS GROUP

OCEAN CITY/BERLIN ROTARY CLUB MEETING

Captain’s Table Restaurant in the Courtyard by Marriott, 2 15th St, Ocean City, MD, 6 p.m. The group meets every Wednesday. cliff0917@aol.com, 410641-1700 Ocean City Elks Lodge, 13708 Sinepuxent Ave., Ocean City, MD, 5:30 to 9 p.m.

The group meets every Wednesday. Jitterbug, swing, cha-cha to the sounds of the ‘50s, ‘60s and Carolina Beach music.

DELMARVA HAND DANCE CLUB

A $5 donation per person to benefit Veterans and local charities in the Delmarva region. Elk members and their guests welcome. dance@delmarvahanddancing.com, 410-208-1151, http://delmarvahanddancing.com Atlantic General Hospital, conference room 1, 9733 Healthway Drive, Berlin, MD, 7 to 8 p.m. The group gathers the fourth Wednesday of each month. Preregistration is not necessary. Pastoral Care Services, gmansell@atlanticgeneral.org, 410-641-9725

BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT GROUP

THU, DEC. 28 Snow Hill library, 307 N. Washington St., Snow Hill, MD, 10:30 a.m. Learn new skills while playing with educational toys. For infant to 5 year old children. 410-632-3495

PLAY TIME

Ocean Pines library, 11107 Cathell Road, Ocean Pines, MD, 10:30 a.m. For 2 to 5 year old children. 410-208-4014

STORY TIME ‘HAPPY NEW YEAR’

Golden retriever Bruce winner of ‘Pup of the Pines’

(Dec. 22, 2017) The winner of the Ocean Pines Recreation and Parks Department’s third annual “Pup of the Pines” photo contest is Bruce, a 90pound golden retriever.

He received the greatest number of votes from attendees at the Ocean Pines Halloween fall festival on Oct. 28. He was recognized as the winner during the community’s “A Hometown Christmas” and tree-lighting ceremony at White Horse Park on Nov. 25.

Matthew Cameron, Bruce’s owner, said his furry friend loves cuddling, having his belly rubbed, long hikes in the woods and swimming along the shore of Assateague Island. Bruce promises to give everyone who wishes plenty of sloppy wet kisses and lots of cuddles.

As “Pup of the Pines,” Bruce receives a free 2018 Ocean Pines Dog Park registration. He will also be the official face of the dog park and will be

Ocean Pines library, 11107 Cathell Road, Ocean Pines, MD, 11 a.m. The group meets every Thursday. Free and open to anyone who has lost a loved one, not just Coastal Hospice families. 410-251-8163

raffle to win a basket of gift cards and $100 cash. Participants will be given a card to be stamped at three different locations and turned into the Berlin Welcome Center. http://www.berlinmd.gov

Ocean City library, 10003 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, MD, 1 to 3 p.m. Celebrate all things Star Wars. Costumes encouraged. 410-524-1818

BOOK A LIBRARIAN

COASTAL HOSPICE GRIEF SUPPORT

STAR WARS PARTY

Atlantic General Hospital, Conference Room 1, 9733 Healthway Drive, Berlin, MD, 2 to 3 p.m. Providing physical and emotional support for survivors and caregivers to share personal experiences and challenges. Coping strategies also discussed. Anne Waples, awaples@atlanticgeneral.org, 443-614-5720

STROKE SUPPORT GROUP

Harpoon Hanna’s, 39064 Harpoon Road, Fenwick Island, DE, 3 to 6 p.m.

Every Thursday, Beach Singles 45-Plus meets for happy hour. Info: Arlene, 302436-9577 or Kate, 410-524-0649. http://www.BeachSingles.org

BEACH SINGLES

Berlin library, 220 N. Main St., Berlin, MD, 3 p.m. Explore new authors and genres. Lively chat about favorite reads.

410-641-0650

FIRESIDE CHAT

Berlin library, 220 N. Main St., Berlin, MD, 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. Fun for the whole family. Teens welcome. 410-641-0650

FAMILY NIGHT ‘LEGO FIDGET SPINNERS’

ONGOING EVENTS Participating restaurants will feature food and drink specials for breakfast, lunch and/or dinner and dessert, from Jan. 814. Customers can also participate in a

BERLIN RESTAURANT WEEK

DECEMBER 22, 2017

Any branch, through January. Need some one-on-one help with your resume, job application, E-Reader or basic computer skills? Contact your closest library branch to schedule a personal appointment.

Ocean City library, 10003 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, MD, all through January. The Make & Take cart will feature supplies to decorate your own dinoculars.

410-524-1818

MAKE & TAKE ‘BINOCULARS’

This is a day for all who have been inspired to write a blog or poetry, research non-fiction, get cracking at that next novel or increase your income with other forms of writing. Offering a holiday gift discount for non-members, now thru Dec. 31, of $95. Go to www.easternshorewriters.org and register before Dec. 31. After that the price is $120.

BAY TO OCEAN WRITERS CONFERENCE

Northside Park, 200 125th St., Ocean City, MD, through Dec. 31. Featuring more than one million holiday lights and hundreds of animated light displays. The heated Winterfest Village pavilion, features photos with Santa and hot chocolate. Admission is board the train is $5 for adults 12 years and older. Children, 11 years and younger, ride free. Hours are Sunday through Thursday, 5:30-9:30 p.m. and Friday and Saturday, 5:30-10:30 p.m. www.ococean.com

WINTERFEST OF LIGHTS

CRAFTY SATURDAY MADE & TAKE ‘WINTER HOLIDAYS’

Ocean Pines library, 11107 Cathell Road, Ocean Pines, MD, every Saturday in December, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Use your imagi-

Bruce, a 90-pound golden retriever, has been named the winner of the Ocean Pines Recreation and Parks Department’s third annual “Pup of the Pines” contest.

featured in the Ocean Pines Activity Guide and other postings throughout the year.

Money raised from the contest entry fees will be used for upgrades and improvements to the dog park in Ocean Pines. nation to create holiday themed crafts provided by the library. For all ages. 410208-4014 Ocean City library, 10003 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, MD, through December.

The Make & Take cart will feature supplies to decorate your own gift tags. 410524-1818

MAKE & TAKE ‘GIFT TAGS’

Believe In Tomorrow candidate Maria McEvoy is raffling off a four night, five day trip to Jamaica at Sandals Resort in Ocho Rios. Tickets cost $10 each or 3 for $20. The drawing will take place on Prom Night (Feb. 3, 2018). For tickets, stop by Sandals Bridal Shop in West Ocean City or call McEvoy at 443-944-4763. Funds can also be doated through www.gofundme.com/believein-tomorrow.

TRIP TO JAMAICA RAFFLE

Believe In Tomorrow candidate EJ Foxx is having an ongoing autographed guitar auction, which is signed by Jason Aldean, Brothers Osbourne, Luke Bryan and Brad Paisley. Tickets cost $10 and can be purchased at the K107.7 station in Salisbury or at various locations announced on the radio station.

AUTOGRAPHED GUITAR RAFFLE

Crossword answers from page 60

DECEMBER 22, 2017

63 Classifieds now appear in Ocean City Today & the Bayside Gazette each week and online at oceancitytoday.net and baysideoc.com.

HELP WANTED

HELP WANTED

WATER DAMAGE RESTORATION TECHNICIANS & MANAGERS ~ IICRC, WRT, ASD Certifications a Plus ~

PAINTERS DECK COATING APPLICATORS FRAMERS INTERIOR REMODELING PROFESSIONALS VALID DL, Background Check, Drug & Alcohol-Free Environment

Please send your resumes at oceantowerconstruction@yahoo.com or call 443-366-5556 during regular business hours.

Loss Prevention Assistant Wanted

Full Time - $10.00-$12.00 per hour Job Tasks and Responsibilities: Conducts video surveillance of assigned stores to identify loss of company assets and non-compliance with store operating policies and procedures.

Education and Experience: High School Diploma or Equivalent. Competent computer skills including MS Office or equivalent internet skills including use of e-mails, group messaging and data collection, numeracy and literacy skills Required Key Competencies: Strong skills in accuracy, attention to detail, prioritizing and follow up, and problem solving. Organization and planning skills, Verbal and written communication skills, flexibility, reliability, and teamwork Email Resume to: dunkindonutjobs@gmail.com Subject Line: Loss Prevention or Apply in Person @ 9919 Golf Course Rd., Ocean City, MD Serious inquiries only, must live within a 30 minute radius of West Ocean City Maryland.

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Director of Sales & Marketing

Hotel is seeking, a year round full time Director of Sales & Marketing. 250 rooms & 85 suites on the beach with a 40,000 sq ft conference center. Must have hospitality experience and demonstrate strong sales & marketing skills. Responsible for leading sales, catering, golf and convention services team.

Applicant must be computer literate – Delphi and Opera experience a plus. Excellent salary, benefits and working conditions. Salary commensurate with experience. Qualified applicants only, forward resume with salary requirements to: Clarion Resort Fontainebleau Hotel Human Resources 10100 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, MD 21842 Fax: 410-723-9109 ~ lwatson@clarionoc.com EOE M/F/D/V

* Early Deadlines *

Classified deadline for issue of Dec. 29th will be Friday, Dec. 22nd, 12 p.m.

HELP WANTED

HVAC Company is now hiring Service Technicians, Installers and Helpers. Will train the right candidate. Start ASAP. GREAT PAY. Location: Berlin, Md. To apply, call 302-682-1777.

is now hiring for the following positions:

LINE COOKS, MAINTENANCE, SOUND TECH

HELP WANTED

Maintenance Person Needed: High-rise Condominium Building in OC looking for full-time yearround Maintenance Person.

Must have general knowledge of plumbing, electrical, carpentry, drywall and painting. CPO License is a plus. Position available immediately. Please fax resume to 410-723-1288 or call 410-723-3300.

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Year Round • Bellman • AM Dishwasher

Apply online at www.princessroyale.com or fax to 410-524-7787 or email to employment@princessroyale.com

1BR Apartment For Rent in Old Town OC. 1 person only. $850/mo. + utils. & sec. deposit. NO PETS. Nonsmoking. Call 410-289-2344 or 410-430-4652.

Year Round Rentals available in West Ocean City.

2 bedroom, 1 bath.

Call 1-877-289-1616 for more information.

WINTER WEEKLY RENTALS 4BR House $450/wk.

2BR Apartments $249/wk.

Burgundy Inn 1210 Philadelphia Ave. 410-289-8581

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For possible salaried position with benefits.

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DENTAL ASSISTANT NEEDED The Princess Royale Hotel & Conference Center Located at 91st St. Oceanfront, Ocean City, MD

RENTALS

West OC practice, FT, M-F, with Benefits & Monthly Bonus Radiology cert., good clinical & keyboard skills required.

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PUT COLOR IN YOUR CLASSIFIEDS! CALL 410-723-6397

Work At The BEACH...

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Employment Opportunities:

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Clarion Resort Fontainebleau Hotel Attn: Human Resources Dept.

10100 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, MD 21842 Phone: 410-524-3535 Fax: 410-723-9109 EOE M/F/D/V

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Yearly & Seasonal Rentals We Welcome Pets 7700 Coastal Hwy 410-289-8888 www.holidayoc.com

RENTALS

Winter Rental - OC Furnished, 3BR, 2BA Condo available January-April 2018.

11200 Coastal Hwy. $2,500/ month. Call 703-314-9829.

Winter Rental: Month-tomonth, till April 15th. $700/month & $350 sec. deposit will get you in today!

All utilities included. Cozy, fully furnished apt. on 57th St. Oceanside, 2BR, 1BA. NO PETS, NO SMOKING INSIDE. 2-person max.

Quiet adults only.

BlueTurtleApartments.com 410-422-4780 WOC, Y/R, 2BR/1.5BA Townhome - Great location, unfurn., W/D, DW, pool.

No smoking/pets.

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Winter Rentals Available on St. Louis Avenue, right before 1st Street, Ocean City. Call 301-331-2209.

RAMBLER MOTEL 9942 Elm Street, WOC (Behind Starbucks) Sleeps 4, $250 per week Manager onsite 410-213-1764

ROOMMATES ROOMMATES

Seeking Roommate to rent 1BR w/attached bathroom in house on water. Non-smoker.

Access to entire house. $525/month all utilities included. Call or text 443-5130271.

Roommate Needed.

Call 443-996-1069.

Female Roommates Wanted.

YR/Seasonal, Cozy House to share. Safe neighborhood in OP. 2 rooms w/shared bath $550 each. Utilities included.

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Annual Rentals Starting at $1300

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LOTS & ACREAGE

West Ocean City. 2 Deep Channel Waterfront Lots with piers. $210,000 each. Call Howard Martin Realty, 410352-5555.

COMMERCIAL COMMERCIAL

Office Space For Rent, Berlin Main Street - 1,040 square feet of office/retail space just south of Atlantic Hotel. Open front room 20’ x 26’, back room 20’ x 26’, including 13’ x 13’ office. High visibility location in bustling downtown Berlin. Contact Sharon Chandler at 443497-3097.

Self-Storage Units on Route 50. 300 sq. ft. $190/mo. and 100 sq. ft. $75/mo. Call Bill 301-537-5391.

AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY 225 sq. ft. Office space, $275/month. util incl Two 120 sq. ft. Storage Sheds, each $95/month Call 410-726-5471 or 410-641-4300

2 Office/Retail Spaces & 3 Warehouse Units available in West Ocean City. Call 443497-4200.

OFFICE SPACE FOR RENT

Looking for space, comfort and great views?

Spacious, climatecontrolled offices available, with use of Conference Room, in a modern, wellmaintained building, in prime Ocean City location.

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Do you have an old bicycle not being used? It could mean a world of difference to a hard-working international student. We are looking to get as many bikes as possible. Your donation will be taxdeductible. Contact Gary at 443-975-3065.

FURNITURE

FOR SALE FURNITURE FOR SALE

(2) Lazy-Boy Chase Recliners. Both swivel/rock, hardly used, dark burgundy, moving, must sell, asking $150 each.

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PUBLIC NOTICES BWW Law Group, LLC 6003 Executive Blvd., Suite 101 Rockville, MD 20852 (301) 961-6555

SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEES’ SALE OF REAL PROPERTY AND ANY IMPROVEMENTS THEREON 6107 BASKET SWITCH RD. NEWARK, MD 21841 Under a power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust dated September 18, 2007 and recorded in Liber 5010, Folio 21 among the Land Records of Worcester County, MD, with an original principal balance of $465,000.00 and a current interest rate of 2.15%, 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 JANUARY 9, 2018 AT 3:30 PM ALL THAT FEE SIMPLE LOT OF GROUND, together with any buildings or improvements thereon situated 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 $19,000 in the form of certified check, cashier’s check or money order will be required of the purchaser at time and place of sale. Balance of the purchase price, together with interest on the unpaid purchase money at the current rate contained in the Deed of Trust Note from the date of sale to the date funds are received by the Sub. Trustees, payable in cash within ten days of final ratification of the sale by the Circuit Court. There will be no abatement of interest due from the purchaser in the event additional funds are tendered before settlement. TIME IS OF THE ESSENCE FOR THE PURCHASER. Adjustment of current year’s real property taxes are adjusted as of the date of sale, and thereafter assumed by the purchaser. Taxes due for prior years including costs of any tax sale are payable by the purchaser. Purchaser is responsible for any recapture of homestead tax credit. All other public and/or private charges or assessments, to the extent such amounts survive foreclosure sale, including water/sewer charges, ground rent, whether incurred prior to or after the sale to be paid by the purchaser.

Any deferred water and sewer charges that purports to cover or defray cost during construction of public water or wastewater facilities constructed by the developer and subject to an annual fee or assessment are to be paid by the purchaser to the lienholder and are a contractual obligation between the lienholder and each owner of this

property, and is not a fee or assessment imposed by the county. Any right of prepayment or discount for early prepayment of water and sewer charges may be ascertained by contacting the lienholder. All costs of deed recordation including but not limited to all transfer, recordation, agricultural or other taxes or charges assessed by any governmental entity as a condition to recordation, are payable by purchaser, whether or not purchaser is a Maryland First Time Home Buyer. Purchaser is responsible for obtaining physical possession of the property, and assumes risk of loss or damage to the property from the date of sale.

The sale is subject to post-sale audit of the status of the loan with the loan servicer including, but not limited to, determination of whether the borrower entered into any repayment agreement, reinstated or paid off the loan prior to the sale. In any such event, this sale shall be null and void, and the Purchaser’s sole remedy, in law or equity, shall be the return of the deposit without interest. If purchaser fails to settle within ten days of ratification, subject to order of court, purchaser agrees that property will be resold and entire deposit retained by Sub. Trustees as liquidated damages for all losses occasioned by the purchaser’s default and purchaser shall have no further liability. The defaulted purchaser shall not be entitled to any surplus proceeds resulting from said resale even if such surplus results from improvements to the property by said defaulted purchaser.

If Sub. Trustees are unable to convey either insurable or marketable title, or if ratification of the sale is denied by the Circuit Court for any reason, the Purchaser’s sole remedy, at law or equity, is the return of the deposit without interest.

(Matter No. 307252-2) 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-12/21/3t _________________________________ Tucker Arensberg, P.C. 1500 One PPG Place Pittsburgh, PA 15222 412-566-1212

SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEES’ SALE OF VALUABLE PROPERTY 4146 STOCKTON RD. POCOMOKE CITY, MD 21851 (Case No.: C-23-CV-17-000253 in the Circuit Court for Worcester County) Under a power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust from W. Dale Hasty and Sharon L. Hasty dated March 10, 2010 and recorded in Liber 5448, folio 37 among the

Land Records of Worcester County, MD, default having occurred under the terms thereof, the Substitute 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 JANUARY 8, 2018 AT 3:40 pm ALL THAT fee-simple LOT OF GROUND AND THE IMPROVEMENTS THEREON situated in Worcester County, MD and more fully described in the aforesaid Deed of Trust. The property is improved by a dwelling.

The property and improvements will be sold in an “AS IS” condition and subject to conditions, restrictions, existing buildings and/or environmental violations, agreements of record affecting the same, if any, and with no warranty either expressed or implied as to the description of the condition of the property or improvements.

Terms of Sale: A deposit of $7,000 in the form of certified check, cashier’s check or money order, at the time of sale will be required of all purchasers other than the holder of the Deed of Trust. Balance of the purchase price is to be paid in cash within ten (10) business 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) business days of ratification, the deposit will be forfeited and the property will 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 the date funds are received in the office of the Substitute Trustees, in the event the property is purchased by someone other than the note holder. In the event the settlement is delayed for any reason and the property is purchased by someone other than the note holder, there shall be no abatement of interest caused by the delay. Agricultural or other taxes, water rent, ground rent, condominium fees, and/or homeowners association dues, if applicable, to be adjusted to the date of sale and assumed thereafter by the purchaser. All other public charges and assessments payable on an annual basis, including sanitary and/or metropolitan district charges to be adjusted for the current year to date of sale and assumed thereafter by the purchaser. Cost of all documentary stamps and transfer taxes shall be borne by the purchaser.

If the Substitute Trustees are unable to convey good and marketable title, the purchaser’s sole remedy in law or equity shall be limited to the refund of the deposit. Upon refund of the deposit, the sale shall be void and of no effect, and the purchaser shall have no further claim against the Substitute Trustees. The purchaser at the foreclosure sale shall assume the risk of loss for the property immediately after the sale.

Brett A. Solomon, Geoffrey L.

Forman, W. Scott Tinney, IV, Substitute Trustees ALEX COOPER AUCTS., INC. 908 YORK RD., TOWSON, MD 21204 410-828-4838 OCD-12/21/3t _________________________________ BWW Law Group, LLC 6003 Executive Blvd., Suite 101 Rockville, MD 20852 Carrie M. Ward, et al.

6003 Executive Blvd., Suite 101 Rockville, MD 20852 Substitute Trustees Plaintiffs vs.

GWENDOLYN L. JOHNSON 429 Bank Street Pocomoke City, MD 21851 Defendant(s) IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR WORCESTER COUNTY, MARYLAND Case No. C-23-CV-17-000245

NOTICE Notice is hereby given this 30th day of November, 2017, by the Circuit Court for Worcester County, Maryland, that the sale of the property mentioned in these proceedings and described as 429 Bank Street, Pocomoke City, MD 21851, made and reported by the Substitute Trustee, will be RATIFIED AND CONFIRMED, unless cause to the contrary thereof be shown on or before the 1st day of January, 2018, provided a copy of this NOTICE be inserted in some weekly newspaper printed in said County, once in each of three successive weeks before the 25th day of December, 2017.

The report states the purchase price at the Foreclosure sale to be $65,000.00.

Susan R. Braniecki Clerk, Circuit Court for Worcester County, Maryland True Copy Test: Susan R. Braniecki Clerk of the Circuit Court Worcester County MD OCD-12/7/3t _________________________________

NOTICE TO HOLDERS OF 7 DAY CLASS “B”, “C”, AND “D” ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE LICENSES ISSUED BY WORCESTER COUNTY Pursuant to the Alcoholic Beverages Article, Section 9-2005 of the Annotated Code of Maryland, the Board of License Commissioners for Worcester County has determined that all premises holding 7 Day Class "B", "C", and "D" alcoholic beverage licenses shall be permitted to sell alcoholic beverages for ON PREMISES CONSUMPTION ONLY until 4:00 a.m. on January 1, 2018.

This notice shall not be construed as enlarging or broadening any other privilege conferred under said license except the two (2) additional hours of sale for ON PREMISES CONSUMPTION ON NEW YEAR'S EVE.

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PUBLIC NOTICES BOARD OF LICENSE COMMISSIONERS FOR WORCESTER COUNTY, William E. Esham, Jr., Chairman R. Charles Nichols, Member Marty W. Pusey, Member ********************** April R. Payne, License Administrator OCD-12/14/3t _________________________________ BWW Law Group, LLC 6003 Executive Blvd., Suite 101 Rockville, MD 20852 Carrie M. Ward, et al.

6003 Executive Blvd., Suite 101 Rockville, MD 20852 Substitute Trustees Plaintiffs vs.

FRANCES T. CHESTER CHARLES E. CHESTER 40 Martinique Circle Berlin, MD 21811 Defendant(s) IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR WORCESTER COUNTY, MARYLAND Case No. C-23-CV-17-000231

NOTICE Notice is hereby given this 6th day of December, 2017, by the Circuit Court for Worcester County, Maryland, that the sale of the property mentioned in these proceedings and described as 40 Martinique Circle, Berlin, MD 21811, made and reported by the Substitute Trustee, will be RATIFIED AND CONFIRMED, unless cause to the contrary thereof be shown on or before the 8th day of January, 2018, provided a copy of this NOTICE be inserted in some weekly newspaper printed in said County, once in each of three successive weeks before the 1st day of January, 2018.

The report states the purchase price at the Foreclosure sale to be $168,100.00.

Susan R. Braniecki Clerk, Circuit Court for Worcester County, Maryland True Copy Test: Susan R. Braniecki Clerk of the Circuit Court Worcester County MD OCD-12/14/3t _________________________________ McCabe, Weisberg & Conway LLC 312 Marshall Avenue, Suite 800 Laurel, Maryland 20707 301-490-3361 Laura H.G. O’Sullivan, et al., Substitute Trustees Plaintiffs vs.

Gregory F. Martindale and Estate of Brenda K. Martindale Defendants IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR WORCESTER COUNTY, MARYLAND Civil No. C-23-CV-17-000312

NOTICE ORDERED, this 11th day of December, 2017 by the Circuit Court of WORCESTER COUNTY, Maryland, that the sale of the property at 42 Clubhouse Drive, Berlin, Maryland 21811 mentioned in these proceedings, made and reported by Laura H.G. O’Sullivan, et. al, Substitute

Trustees, be ratified and confirmed, unless cause to the contrary thereof be shown on or before the 8th day of January, 2018 next, provided a copy of this notice be inserted in some newspaper published in said County once in each of three successive weeks before the 1st day of January, 2018, next.

The report states the amount of sale to be $395,000.00.

Susan R. Braniecki CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT WORCESTER COUNTY, MARYLAND True Copy Test: Susan R. Braniecki Clerk of the Circuit Court Worcester County, MD OCD-12/14/3t _________________________________ RAYMOND C. SHOCKLEY ESQ. WILLIAMS, MOORE, SHOCKLEY & HARRISON, PA 3509 COASTAL HIGHWAY P.O. BOX 739 OCEAN CITY, MD 21842

NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT NOTICE TO CREDITORS NOTICE TO UNKNOWN HEIRS Estate No. 17191 TO ALL PERSONS INTERESTED IN THE ESTATE OF LINDA MARIE MEYERS Notice is given that Nichol Leah Cottrell, 875 Jackson Schoolhouse Road, Pascoag, RI 02859, was on December 06, 2017 appointed Personal Representative of the estate of Linda Marie Meyers who died on September 20, 2007, without a will.

Further information can be obtained by reviewing the estate file in the office of the Register of Wills or by contacting the personal representative or the attorney.

All persons having any objection to the appointment (or to the probate of the decedent’s will) shall file their objections with the Register of Wills on or before the 6th day of June, 2018.

Any person having a claim against the decedent must present the claim to the undersigned personal representative or file it with the Register of Wills with a copy to the undersigned on or before the earlier of the following dates: (1) Six months from the date of the decedent’s death, except if the decedent died before October 1, 1992, nine months from the date of the decedent’s death; or (2) Two months after the personal representative mails or otherwise delivers to the creditor a copy of this published notice or other written notice, notifying the creditor that the claim will be barred unless the creditor presents the claims within two months from the mailing or other delivery of the notice. A claim not presented or filed on or before that date, or any extension provided by law, is unenforceable thereafter. Claim forms may be obtained from the Register of Wills.

Nichol Leah Cottrell Personal Representative True Test Copy Charlotte K. Cathell Register of Wills Worcester County

One W. Market Street Room 102 - Court House Snow Hill, MD 21863-1074 Name of newspaper designated by personal representative: Ocean City Digest Date of publication: December 14, 2017 OCD-12/14/3t _________________________________ Town of Berlin

HISTORIC DISTRICT COMMISSION January 03, 2018 – 5:30 PM Berlin Town Hall – Council Chambers 1. Call to Order 2. Agenda Adoption 3. Approval of Minutes – December 6, 2017 4. 20 South Main Street, Buckingham Presbyterian Church – Repair Entrance 5. Comments from the Public 6. Comments from Staff 7. Comments from the Commissioners 8. Comments from the Chairman 9. Adjournment Any persons having questions about the above-referenced meeting or any persons needing special accommodations should contact Dave Engelhart at 410-641-4143. Written materials in alternate formats for persons with disabilities are made available upon request. TTY users dial 7-1-1 in the State of Maryland or 1-800-735-2258 outside Maryland.

OCD-12/21/1t _________________________________

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS TOWN OF OCEAN CITY, MARYLAND Pursuant to the provisions of Chapter 110 of the Code of Ocean City, Maryland, hereinafter referred to as the Code, same being the Zoning Ordinance for Ocean City, Maryland, notice is hereby given that public hearings will be conducted by the Board of Zoning Appeals for Ocean City, Maryland in the Council Chambers of City Hall located on Baltimore Avenue and Third Street, in the Town of Ocean City, Maryland on: THURSDAY, DECEMBER 28, 2017 at 6:00 p.m.

Pursuant to the provisions of Section 110-93(3), Powers, of the Code, an appeal has been filed pursuant to the provisions of Section 110-95(1)(a) requesting a variance to Section 110905(a) to allow construction of a 20’2” x 6’ covered porch and set of stairs within the 10’ side yard setback. The site of the appeal is described as Lot 171, Section 5A of the Montego Bay Mobile Home Park Plat, further described as located on the corner of Nautical Lane and S. Ocean Drive,

and locally known as 119 Nautical Lane, in the Town of Ocean City, Maryland.

APPLICANT: REX CALLIFLOWER & KATHRYN SHIPLEY– (BZA 2508 #1709500014) at 6:10 p.m.

Pursuant to the provisions of Section 110-93(3), Powers, of the Code, an appeal has been filed pursuant to the provisions of Section 110-95(1)(a) requesting an after-the-fact variance to allow a roof cover to remain as constructed over a 48” square set of steps in the 10’ side yard setback.

The site of the appeal is described as Lot 26, Section 8B of the Montego Bay Mobile Home Park Plat, further described as located on the west side of Harbour Drive, and locally known as 529 Harbour Drive, in the Town of Ocean City, Maryland.

APPLICANT: CLARK J JR & BONNIE HUDAK – (BZA 2509 #17-09500013) Further information concerning the public hearings may be examined in the office of the Department of Planning and Community Development in City Hall.

Alfred Harrison, Chairman Heather Stansbury, Attorney OCD-12/14/2t _________________________________ MARK SPENCER CROPPER ESQ. AYRES, JENKINS, GORDY & ALMAND, P.A. 6200 COASTAL HIGHWAY, SUITE 200 OCEAN CITY, MD 21842

NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT NOTICE TO CREDITORS NOTICE TO UNKNOWN HEIRS Estate No. 17196 TO ALL PERSONS INTERESTED IN THE ESTATE OF JEAN AKE MILES Notice is given that Elena D. Ake, 11901 Grays Creek Dr., Berlin, MD 21811, was on December 05, 2017 appointed Personal Representative of the estate of Jean Ake Miles who died on September 11, 2017, with a will.

Further information can be obtained by reviewing the estate file in the office of the Register of Wills or by contacting the personal representative or the attorney.

All persons having any objection to the appointment (or to the probate of the decedent’s will) shall file their objections with the Register of Wills on or before the 5th day of June, 2018.

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

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PUBLIC NOTICES 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.

Elena D. Ake Personal Representative True Test Copy Charlotte K. Cathell Register of Wills Worcester County One W. Market Street Room 102 - Court House Snow Hill, MD 21863-1074 Name of newspaper designated by personal representative: Ocean City Digest Date of publication: December 14, 2017 OCD-12/14/3t _________________________________

TOWN OF OCEAN CITY

PUBLIC NOTICE INVITATION TO BIDDERS TITLE: NON-TIDAL WETLAND CREATION SITE AND DESIGN/BUILD SERVICES

provals of the creation area, permitting and wetland construction activities including all earthwork and planting to complete the mitigation, and all required monitoring. All work shall have approval of all regulatory agencies governing work in the respective site area. All NonTidal Wetland Creation design and construction must be completed and approved by August 31, 2018 OR approval status of the work by the USACE and the MDE must be provided to the Town indicating that the Contract resulting from this bid serves as the Town’s fulfillment of their required mitigation.

Contract Documents may be obtained at Ocean City Municipal Airport, 12724 Airport Road, Berlin, Maryland 21811 (443-235-4434) upon payment of $20.00 for each set, no part of which is refundable. Contract Documents will be available for purchase after 11:00 a.m. on Friday, December 22, 2017. Questions regarding this bid will be accepted by Jaime Giandomenico by emailing jgiandomenico@oceancitymd.gov.

The cutoff date for questions is 5:00 p.m. on Friday, February 23, 2018.

Each bid shall be accompanied by completed bid forms and the Contractor’s proposal for the work (Form of Proposal, Bidder’s Affidavit, Certification of a Drug-Free Workplace, Disclosure of Interest, Bid Tabulation Form, Contractor Response

Form, and Certificate of Buy American Compliance). Interested parties should submit proposals detailing the attributes of the replacement site or mitigation bank and capabilities to meet replacement wetland requirements.

The Town of Ocean City reserves the right to reject any or all bids or to accept any bid, or portions thereof, when in their judgment, the public will be better served.

OCD-12/21/4t _________________________________

SUMMARY NOTICE OF BOND SALE $28,000,000* MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL OF OCEAN CITY General Obligation Municipal Purpose Bonds of 2018 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Mayor and City Council of Ocean City (the “City”) will receive electronic bids via PARITY® for the $28,000,000* General Obligation Municipal Purpose Bonds of 2018

BID NO.: B21-18 Sealed Proposals for this project shall be accepted by The Mayor and City Council of Ocean City, Maryland, c/o the City Manager, Town of Ocean City, Maryland at 301 Baltimore Avenue, Room 230, Ocean City, Maryland 21842 until 4:00 p.m. local time on Friday, March 9, 2018. They will then be opened and read aloud at the Council Work Session at 1:00 p.m. on Tuesday, March 13, 2018.

The Scope of Work consists of providing all land, supervision, labor, materials, equipment, tools, agency coordination, and associated incidental work necessary to complete the Non-Tidal Wetland Creation Site and Design/Build Services for Ocean City Municipal Airport (OXB). This shall consist of wetland replacement services for wetland impacts proposed at OXB. These services are to be in the form of an approved wetlands mitigation bank or approved wetlands mitigation site and within the Sinepuxent Bay Watershed or watershed as otherwise approved by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) and the Maryland Department of the Environment (MDE) for use in replacing and mitigating for wetland impacts at OXB. The bank or site must have available space for creation or credits for, at minimum, 5.36 acres of non-tidal palustrine wetlands for mitigation of impacts at OXB. A current map of the proposed site or mitigation bank must be provided. Approval status of the site or bank by the USACE and the MDE, Nontidal Wetlands & Waterways Division must be provided with this response for use in mitigating the OXB wetland impacts. The bidder’s services must include creation rights on the proposed site, design and ap-

(the “Bonds”) until 11:00 a.m. local Ocean City, Maryland time on: Thursday, January 11, 2018 or on such other date as may be selected by the Mayor. The Bonds will be dated as of the date of delivery and will mature on January 15 in the years 2022 through 2038, inclusive, as more fully described in the Notice of Sale.

No bid for less than all of the Bonds will be considered. The Bonds will be awarded based on the lowest interest cost to the City, determined in accordance with the true interest cost (TIC) method. All bids must be accompanied by a good faith deposit in the amount of $500,000, payable by wire transfer to the City, or by a check or surety bond as provided in the Notice of Sale.

Copies of the Preliminary Official Statement and the Notice of Sale relating to the Bonds may be obtained from the office of the Finance Administrator of the City, located at City Hall, 301 Baltimore Avenue, Ocean City, Maryland 21842, or from Wye River Group, Incorporated, 522 Chesapeake Avenue, Second Floor, Annapolis, Maryland 21403 (410267-8811). ________________________ *Preliminary, subject to change OCD-12/21/1t _________________________________

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Good will toward...

(This column is reprinted from the December 2014 holiday edition.)

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Dec. 22, 2017

Ocean City Today

All I want for Christmas is peace on earth and good will toward … a number of people.

The way I see it, there is plenty of good will being offered by others this time of year, so I’m inclined to let them take care of the general population, while I distribute my good will where it’s most needed, rather than risk wasting it by flinging it around at random.

By To put it in another conStewart text, you would not want to Dobson send $20 in lottery tickets to Bill Gates along with a note that says, “Here’s hoping everything works out.”

This more prudent approach also takes into consideration the need to maintain a rainy day fund of good will should some be required later in the year.

I’m not a grump, but I do believe in being prepared and don’t see any sense in emptying my bank of cheer just because others are doing it.

Despite the Hallmark sentiment and such, good will isn’t that easy to come by these days, so you wouldn’t want to plop it down for someone who’s not going to good will you in return and replenish your supply.

Say, for instance, you’re about to zip into the one vacant space left in a crowded parking lot, when you’re cut off by some older person, who may or may not be aware of his or her own existence, much less yours. And your good will account, having been frittered away by extending best wishes to just anyone regardless of need, happens to be running a deficit at the moment.

What should you do? Say, “Hey, old person, I have no good will left because I spent it all at Christmas and you are a … (fill in the blank)!”

On the other hand, if you didn’t cash in all your good will at Christmas, you could draw from your rainy day account and yell out the car window, “That was some outstanding driving, sir! I applaud your keen eye and quick hand on the wheel. Savor the moment!”

The reason that’s the better approach is because, were you to be broke good will-wise and shouted something that was, say, irregular, you would be quickly de-good willed by every onlooker present, and left even deeper in good will debt.

I do find it interesting, however, that this business of expressing good will is employed just once a year. Why for, instance, isn’t good will also trotted out on – oh, I don’t know – the second weekend in June?

“Greetings, recent graduate, enjoy your stay in America’s favorite family resort and keep up the noise! We all find it amusing.”

This may or may not be better than saying, “Hey, whipper snappers … etc.,” depending on your perspective.

Besides, instituting a good will savings plan could save you the humiliation of extending to someone good will that you no longer have.

They might attempt to cash in on it later only to be told, “I’m sorry, but payment on this good will has been stopped because of insufficient funds.” That would be awkward.

I do suppose, however, that extending good will to others this time of year does serve a purpose and that I might have to revise my thinking and abide by tradition.

It would be a little dispiriting, after all, to say “peace on earth and good will toward those with whom I agree.”

Happy holidays. And good will to all.

Letters Editorial failed to present factory farm summit facts

Editor, In response to the editorial posted Dec. 15.

Once again, the Eastern Shore proves its arrogance and ignorance.

Its fine to write an editorial on the fact that a Montgomery County senator is concerned about the residents and communities of the shore, but let’s get the facts first.

The Factory Farm summit was in Ocean City sponsored by Socially Responsible Agricultural Project, bringing communities, farmers and other organizations together to talk about issues, get assistance and educate themselves about better farming practices.

And yes, for those concerned, there were Eastern Shore farmers in the room and at the conference that weekend. The conference provided great insight on how communities can help farmers, and how farmers can help each other. In no way does the Community Healthy Air Act hurt local farmers. It is to collect data and data only to understand the impacts of the growing industry on communities’ health.

66th Street Bayside

Dec. 22, 2017

Ocean City Today

to the editor

The real issue is the fact that multiple communities reached out to Sen. Madaleno for assistance when our own Eastern Shore representatives suddenly became deaf to our pleas and concerns. Sen. Madaleno cares about the shore and its farmers more than the bills opponents’ want you to think.

He is a man of integrity and actually cares about the well being of all Maryland residents. Perhaps our representatives could learn a few pointers from him and start representing the people, and not the industry.

Gabby Cammarata Salisbury

Disappointed by remarks from Mathias, Carozza

Editor, It is disappointing to read the comments by Senate candidate Carozza and our current state Sen. Jim Mathias.

Clearly, neither candidate has fully engaged with the local communities or visited their homes to understand the magnitude of the expansion of industrial scale poultry houses on rural communities.

Why is Ms. Carozza so angry? This

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Because of the Eastern Shore delegation’s steadfast opposition to this legislation, the people in these communities had to go to “across the bridge” to find help.

Not surprisingly, the western shore legislators are concerned about the air quality on the Eastern Shore and for good reason.

They want all of Maryland’s communities to live with clean air and clean water.

We all need to know what is in the air we breathe. Let’s have this study happen and then move forward to protect the Eastern Shore’s communities from industrial air emissions.

Current regulations protect us from

other industrial discharges by requiring monitoring of emissions and discharges. Why should the poultry industry be exempt from this?

The Community Healthy Air Act is about bringing emission monitoring to the Eastern Shore so we will all know what is in the air we breathe.

The lower Eastern Shore does not have an air monitoring station, and our rivers have all had the in-stream water quality monitoring stations re moved. The public has a right to know if the air they breathe and the water they drink, fish or swim in is safe.

Kathy Phillips Exec. Director/Assateague Coastkeeper, Assateague Coastal Trust

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