State police test fixed tag reader in Worcester Co.
(July 17, 2009) Visitors making their way to Ocean City for the Fourth of July weekend were likely unaware their cars were caught on camera shortly before reaching the resort. Unbeknownst to motorists and, apparently, some local law enforcement officials, the Maryland State Police was testing a new type of traffic camera in Worcester County during the first week of July. Full Story
Group continues county controversy regarding layoffs
(July 10, 2009) An ad in the June 26 issue of The Dispatch got at least one thing wrong, County Commissioner Bobby Cowger said this week: he does not work for Ocean City developer George Purnell. The ad, which took county government to task for laying off several planning department employees, charged that the commissioners were opening the county to development. Full Story
Record crowds turns out for annual canoe races
(July 17, 2009) BJ's on the Water owners Billy and Madlyn Carder celebrated the 30th anniversary of their 75th Street restaurant with a record turnout for their annual canoe races. Eighty-six teams of four competed in the canoe races around the island behind the restaurant. Full Story
Worcester Roads Division changes hours for summer
(July 17, 2009) Effective immediately, the Roads Division of Worcester County Public Works will begin operating on a four-day, 10-hour per day workweek. The new hours of operation are Monday through Thursday, 6:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Offices to be closed on Fridays. Full Story
BERLIN BRIEFS
July 10, 2009) The following topics were discussed at Monday's Town Council meeting. National Night Out Police Chief Arnold Downing said National Night Out will be held 4-7:30 p.m. Aug. 4 at Henry Park on Flower Street. He asked the town to provide trashcans and portable toilets. Full Story
Funds sought for community center, downtown façades
(July 17, 2009) The aging Multi-purpose Building in Berlin will be spruced up but plans are to replace it with a new, larger building. Buildings downtown could also be improved with the help of grants. Full Story
Revision to town's personnel manual will affect smokers
(July 17, 2009) A group of smokers on the sidewalk in front of Berlin Town Hall used to be a familiar sight. No more. Berlin Town Hall, its parking lot and sidewalk will soon be no-smoking zones. Municipal employees will no longer be permitted to smoke while at work even if in the course of their work, they are off-site. Full Story
Berlin hospital to provide free health screenings Aug. 1
(July 17, 2009) Atlantic General Hospital has teamed with the Pavilions owner in Ocean Pines to offer free health screenings, information, education and activities for children and adults . On Aug. 1, 8 a.m. to noon., there will be a health fair at the Pavilions office complex. Blood tests for cholesterol, glucose and PSA's will begin at 8 a.m. Full Story
Emergency planning committee to meet July 23 in Snow Hill
(July 17, 2009) The Worcester County Local Emergency Planning Committee will meet Thursday, July 23, in the Emergency Operations Center on the lower level of the Worcester County Government Center in Snow Hill. Featured speaker during the 9 a.m. gathering will be Ric Chatham of Sharp Energy, who will discuss propane safety. Full Story
County 'resource day' to aid homeless
(July 17, 2009) The Local Management Board Homeless Committee has organized Homeless Resource Day from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on July 22 at the Worcester County Health Department in Snow Hill. Full Story
ART LEAGUE PAINTS ANOTHER DOWNTOWN UTILITY BOX
Art League of Ocean City volunteers Ann Heslop, left, and Jill Glassman paint a Delmarva Power utility box at South Division Street and Philadelphia Avenue in downtown Ocean City. Artists Jody Veader and Betty Storke, not shown, also assisted in the effort. This is the 12th utility box painted in the downtown area by the Art League and the 17th utility box painted under the Ocean City Development Corporation's Public Art Program. The OCDC prepared the utility box for painting and will maintain the boxes. Other completed utility boxes can be viewed online at www.ocdc.org. Full Story
Carbon monoxide leak detected at midtown biz
(July 17, 2009) A gas leak in the basement of the Shore Distributors building on 84th Street in Ocean City Monday morning was quickly detected by the building's carbon monoxide detectors. Full Story
Suicidal woman jumps from Rt.50 bridge
(July 17, 2009) A homeless woman who police said tried unsuccessfully to commit suicide by jumping off the Route 50 bridge was taken to the hospital for a psychiatric evaluation. According to the Maryland State Police, a 48-year-old woman jumped off the Route 50 bridge last Wednesday around 9 p.m. in a suicide attempt. Police did not release the woman's name. Full Story
Teens arrested for making homemade bombs in OC condo
(July 17, 2009) Two teens were arrested in Ocean City last Thursday for making homemade explosive devices and setting them off outside their unit. Resort police were called to the area of 717 Rusty Anchor Road, after it was reported that people were throwing explosive milk cartons. Full Story
Woman awaiting trial found dead at Worcester Jail
(July 17, 2009) A 26-year-old woman was found dead in her cell at the Worcester County Jail last Thursday but police do not suspect foul play. Katrina Lyn Schaeffer of Ocean City was found unconscious and unresponsive by jail guards that evening, according to a police report. She was taken to Atlantic General Hospital in Berlin, where she was pronounced dead. Full Story
Phillips gets life plus 20 for murder, armed robbery
Girlfriend, wife ask court to show leniency but judge says he had his chances
(July 17, 2009) Charles "Charlie" Phillips' wife and his girlfriend asked a judge Monday for leniency in his sentence for murdering a Pocomoke plumber in March 2008. His eight children would miss him, they said. Michelle Phillips said her husband was "a really good guy," and not the violent, cold-hearted killer portrayed by the prosecution during the April trial. Full Story
CAR ACCIDENT
A car is about to be towed off the median in front of the Gold Coast Mall on 115th Street Thursday morning. Full Story
Helmets could soon be required of drivers, passengers of scooters
Though not yet a state law, council wants to make it official within town limits
(July 17, 2009) Ocean City officials are hoping to do what has yet to be done at the state level: require the drivers and passengers of scooters to wear helmets. Drivers and passengers of scooters over the age of 16 are not required to wear helmets in Maryland and several bills seeking to change that failed in Annapolis this spring. Full Story
TIME FOR SHADE
A group of geese escapes the heat of the day by resting beneath a tree at the pond at the Ocean Pines North Gate on Wednesday. Full Story
OCEAN CITY COUNCIL BRIEFS
(July 17, 2009) The Ocean City Council discussed the following topics Tuesday: OCPD general order The Ocean City Police Department updated its general order regarding the handling and transport of people who have been arrested. Full Story
Police say Amber Alert sent Wed. via text was hoax
(July 17, 2009) A message spreading rapidly through Ocean City about an abducted child was a hoax, resort police said Wednesday. Many people received text messages Wednesday afternoon stating, "Amber Alert 3 year old girl from OC taken by a man driving a new silver truck NJ plate 72B381 Keep it going. Full Story
Music on Boardwalk seems to be just matter of taste
(July 17, 2009) It's Sunday evening. The Boardwalk is crowded with adults, teens and families out for a stroll. The clang and clatter of arcade games fills the air, as does the sound of music from the many shops that line the boards. Full Story
Differing opinions abound in search for OC's advertising agency
City's current firm, MGH Advertising, has not been let go, is welcome to apply
(July 17, 2009) Ocean City officials have some very differing opinions regarding the search for a new advertising agency. Tourism Director Debbie Travers presented a draft proposal request to be sent to qualified ad agencies to the City Council on Tuesday. The 10-page document received many comments and almost as many conflicting opinions from the council members. Full Story
Council to hire inspector on contract despite hiring freeze
(July 17, 2009) Trying to save money and keep in line with the citywide hiring freeze, the Ocean City Council decided to fill a new vacancy in the Planning Department with a contract worker instead of a full-time employee. Building Inspector Bob Trice resigned from the position as of Tuesday. Full Story
Luxury units in Dewey Beach head to auction block in Aug.
(July 17, 2009) Caught in an economic squeeze, 20 residential units in a Dewey Beach, Del. luxury marina complex will be sold at auction on Aug. 1, in what is being billed as a "Builder's Closeout." Having been offered at one time for up to $850,000, the condominiums will start at auction with a minimum bid of $85,000. Full Story
NEW WELCOME SIGN
This new sign, chosen by Ocean Pines residents and property owners, was installed at the North Gate on Tuesday. A temporary entrance sign had been in place since the original sign was torn down months ago because of its poor condition. Full Story
DELMARVA DOCKDOGS
Dogs flew through the air last Saturday during the first Delmarva DockDogs GlenRiddle Open, presented by Centex. The high-flying competition took place at the GlenRiddle marina off Route 50 in Berlin. The inaugural event featured dogs of all sizes and breeds launching from the dock and into a pool in an effort to out-distance their competitors — and, of course, snag the bait thrown by their trainer. Full Story
Preliminary design for Montego Bay station nearly done
(July 17, 2009) The Ocean City Fire Department recently celebrated its first birthday and Fire Chief Chris Larmore said its accomplishments so far have been above and beyond what he anticipated. "We have far surpassed my expectations," Larmore told the City Council Tuesday. Full Story
Public input sought on future of Assateague Island
Comments will help decide plan for next 20 or so years
(July 17, 2009) The future of Assateague Island National Seashore is in the public's hands. The national park located on Assateague Island south of Ocean City is beginning to work on a long-term management plan to address the future of the park for the next 20 or so years. Public input is part of the planning process. Full Story
Bruder Hill raises funds for breast cancer research
(July 10, 2009) A Berlin businesswoman is unable to join some of her friends on a three-day walk to raise money for breast cancer, so she is helping in anther way. She's having a special sale at her boutique, Bruder Hill at 25 Commerce St. Full Story
COMMUNITY GRANTS: SUMMER 2009
Local nonprofit organizations were awarded $42,176 through a variety of recent Community Grants from the Community Foundation of the Eastern Shore. Representing the nonprofit grantees are, from left, Tammy Griffin, Wicomico County Health Department; Jason Rhodes, Salisbury Jaycees; Sally Choquette, Women Supporting Women; Jessica Smith-Harper, Village of Hope; Paula Morris, Kids of Honor; Sandy Winter, 4-Steps Riding Program; Megan Jennings and Gail Mansell of Atlantic General Hospital. Grantee organizations not represented are the Art Institute and Gallery, the McCready Foundation, the Westside Community Center and the Westside Striders. Full Story
Economy not only affects families, but their animals as well
Local shelters full of cats, dogs that owners giving up as money running out
(July 17, 2009) The poor economy has affected nearly everybody in some manner, but some of the most affected are those you would least expect: family pets. "People can't afford the vet bills, can't afford pet food any more. Full Story
CANDIDATE IN CRISFIELD
Michael James, managing partner of the Carousel, fourth from left in back, enjoys the afternoon with family and friends at the J. Millard Tawes Crab and Clam Bake in Crisfield on Wednesday. He was out and about to let people know he will be running for a seat in Maryland's General Assembly. He plans to kick off his campaign later this month. Full Story
NewWeb site shows how Marylanders' tax money is used
(July 17, 2009) Anyone who wants more information on the collection and spending of tax revenue in Maryland has a new source of information: Comptroller Peter Franchot this week unveiled his agency's new Web site, www.marylandtaxes.com. Full Story
Entrance fee waived at Assateague Island
(July 17, 2009) Assateague Island National Seashore is offering "Fee Free" weekends this summer in the Maryland and Virginia districts. Entrance fees will be waived during the following weekends: July 18-19 and Aug. 15-16. Full Story
OUTSTANDING PATIENT CARE AWARD
Dr. Gregory Stamnas presents Outstanding Patient Care awards to Jill Rolleston, left, and Melissa Gordy, who were chosen by the Hospitalists of Atlantic General Hospital for going above and beyond hospital requirements. Rolleston has been employed with AGH since 2003 and works as a charge nurse at night. Gordy started at AGH in 2004 as a scholarship student and works as a Med-Surg nurse. Full Story
Ocean City Today R ELIGION
n ANGLICAN Holy Trinity Cathedral, 11021 Worcester Highway, Berlin, 410-641-4882 Bishop: Rt. Rev. Richard Lipka Pastor: Rev. Lawrence Hill Worship: Sundays, 10 a.m. Children's Education: Sundays, 10 a.m. Full Story
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