We didn’t see this coming and, boy, did it really make a big mess
Close to a foot of snow blankets area after storm visits area all day Saturday
(Feb. 5, 2010) The intensity of last weekend’s winter storm, which dumped nearly a foot of snow on Worcester County, caught most people surprise, with The Weather Channel continuing to call for 1-2 inches in the Ocean City area even as the snow piled higher and higher. Full Story
Counties to prove financial hardship for waiver of ed. funding
Legislation to change maintenance of effort law before General Assembly
(Feb. 5, 2010) Allowing Maryland counties to underfund their school systems this year because of the poor economy would be harmful to the educational system statewide, Worcester County school officials said. Full Story
Lying and getting away with it much more difficult in this age
Berlin officer is trained to analyze voice patterns to recognize deception
(Feb. 5, 2010) Pfc. Claude Holland knows when you’re lying.
Don’t bother trying to trick him. He’ll catch you every time. Full Story
Maryland counties experiencing Worcester County’s budget woes
(Feb. 5, 2010) Worcester is not alone in its budget woes, Gerry Mason, the county’s chief administrative officer, told the Worcester County Commissioners on Tuesday. Full Story
AMERICAN LEGION AUXILIARY HONORS DIPINO
American Legion Post 166 Auxiliary President Anna Foultz, left, presents a thank-you certificate to Ocean City Police Chief Bernadette DiPino for her service to the community. Full Story
Worcester officials pushing for more stringent salvia bill in state
(Feb. 5, 2010) Dissatisfied with a bill about salvia in the House of Delegates, the Worcester County Commissioners plan to send a letter to its sponsors and enclose a copy of the county law banning the hallucinogenic herb. Full Story
Abbott promoted to citywide communications manager
(Feb. 5, 2010) To centralize communications among the various city departments, Ocean City created a new position of communications manager and promoted former public relations director Donna Abbott to fill the spot. Full Story
Liaison to help Worcester County get larger count in census
(Feb. 5, 2010) A liaison will work with a Census 2010 representative to ensure a good count of people in Worcester County. Full Story
Decision postponed on smaller discounts for early tax payment
(Feb. 5, 2010) The Worcester County Commissioners rejected a request to reduce the discount for early payment of property taxes Tuesday.
“I disagree with this because of everyone’s economic problems,” Commissioner Louise Gulyas said. Full Story
Tough times for addictions counseling in Worcester County
County substance abuse statistics lead state with help from influx of visitors
(Feb. 5, 2010) A study by the University of Maryland Center for Substance Abuse Research and the Harvard School of Medicine shows that the Worcester County’s number of substance abuse arrests from 2001 to 2005 was the highest in the state and that the county had more people in need of substance abuse treatment than any other area except Baltimore City. Full Story
Mechanical Code, Fuel Gas Code go into effect Feb. 1
(Feb. 5, 2010) The town of Ocean City Mechanical and Fuel Gas codes go into effect Feb. 1. The new codes will require mandatory permits and inspections on all mechanical and fuel gas installations in the town. Full Story
ART COMMITTEE PLANS FUNDRAISER
The Ocean City Public Art Committee members Veronica Kahn, Lauren Taylor, Vicki Barrett and Rebecca Taylor make plans for the “Dress to Impress” fundraiser, scheduled for Friday, March 19, Full Story
OPA appeals court decision about YMCA land
(Feb. 5, 2010) The Ocean Pines Association is appealing a judge’s decision in its case against the Mid- Delmarva Family YMCA.
In an appeal filed on Jan. 28, the OPA is disputing the decision of Judge Christian Kahl in Circuit Court in Snow Hill on Jan. 4 when he granted the YMCA’s motion to dismiss the case. Full Story
Donations to Haiti can be deducted from ’09 taxes
(Feb. 5, 2010) Taxpayers who donate to Haitian relief efforts this year may claim the deduction of their 2009 tax return. President Obama signed the new federal legislation into law.
Usually, donations made after Dec. 31 must be claimed on the following year’s tax return, but the legislation changes that for donations to Haitian relief efforts. Full Story
Fundraiser for Haiti to be held at Mancini’s in Fenwick Island
(Feb. 5, 2010) A fundraiser for Haiti, quickly assembled by three local businessmen, will be held Feb. 10 at Mancini’s Restaurant in Fenwick Island.
Brad Hoffman, Gabe Mancini and his manager, Jason Stone, met last week after Hoffman was stirred by the shocking images of Haiti after the worst earthquake in its history. Full Story
Local census office recruiting for 2010 head count in county
(Feb. 5, 2010) The U.S. Census Bureau will rely on thousands of temporary workers to help it complete the largest domestic undertaking in the nation as it prepares to count every person who lives the country.
Households will receive their 2010 questionnaires in the mail between March 15-17. The 2010 questionnaire has 10 questions and will take about 10 minutes to fill out. Full Story
Sex offender laws, slots at service clubs among state’s hot topics
(Feb. 5, 2010) The major event last week in the Maryland General Assembly was Gov. Martin O’Malley’s State of the State speech on Tuesday, but legislators also dealt with issues including slots for service clubs, sex offender laws and new text messaging regulations.
nSTATE OF THE STATE Full Story
OCEAN CITY COUNCIL BRIEFS
(Feb. 5, 2010) The Ocean City Council discussed the following topics on Monday.
Special event
The 13th annual Endless Summer Cruisin’ car show will take place Oct. 7-10 at the inlet parking lot. Visitors will be able to check out the classic cars at the inlet and during daily parades along the Boardwalk. Full Story
District 38B delegates begin holding town meetings
(Feb. 5, 2010) As part of an ongoing effort to keep in touch with community needs, delegates James Mathias and Norman Conway (D-38B) will hold town meetings throughout February. Meeting with and discussing local issues with residents will help them make informed decisions during the 2010 session of the Maryland General Assembly. Full Story
Residents urged to register for emer. response training
(Feb. 5, 2010) Citizens can make a difference for their families by enrolling in the Community Emergency Response Training courses planned to begin in April at the Ocean City Public Safety Building. Full Story
MVA on Wheels to return Feb. 9
(Ferb. 5, 2010) The Maryland Motor Vehicle Administration’s MVA on Wheels returns to Ocean City on Tuesday, Feb. 9.
The MVA bus will be parked on the Public Safety Building lot, 65th Street and Coastal Highway. Hours of operation are 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Full Story
OC bayscape mini-grants available
(Feb. 5, 2010) The town of Ocean City is once again offering mini-grants for the bayscape planting program. Similar to beach district mini-grants the town previously offered, the bayscape program offers native plant material to homeowners to build a “bayscape garden” on their property. Full Story
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