County’s Riverboat Purchase A Risky Venture

It was stunning to see the typically conservative Worcester County Commissioners sign off on the purchase of a riverboat to boost south end tourism.While the goal is noble, even the most ardent of su...

WPS Announces Six Commended Students

BERLIN — Worcester Preparatory Head of School Dr. John McDonald has announced Daniel Chen, Waverly Choy, Sophia Ludt, Hannah Perdue, Joseph Schwartz and Summer Walker have been named Commended ...

First-Ever Marine Debris Cleanup Event Announced

WEST OCEAN CITY – Community members are encouraged to come out and participate in an inaugural marine debris cleanup event next month.On Saturday, Oct. 10, the Maryland Coastal Bays Program (MCB...

No Street Closures, Annual Activities For Berlin’s Halloween

BERLIN – Council candidates said this week they supported the town’s plan not to endorse Halloween activities amid COVID-19 concerns.On Tuesday, Mayor Gee Williams confirmed that the town...

Charges Filed In Roommate Assault

OCEAN CITY — An Ocean City man is being held this week on rape and other charges after an alleged sexual assault of his female roommate.On Sept. 12, an Ocean City Police Department (OCPD) detect...

The Adventures Of Fatherhood – September 25, 2020

Expectations clearly need monitoring with children these days. Our own actions and decisions as parents will go a long way toward keeping our kids’ requests in check.As we talked with Beckett ab...

Berlin Council Candidates Talk Taxes

BERLIN – Those vying for town council seats in next month’s election criticized last year’s 18% tax increase and have promised to scrutinize Berlin’s future budgets.Candidates...

Cops & Courts – September 25, 2020

Handgun Fired On BeachOCEAN CITY — An Allentown, Pa. man was arrested last week and charged with numerous weapons and drug possession counts after reportedly firing a handgun on the beach in th...

Thompson Named American Legion Auxiliary Member Of Year

At the American Legion Auxiliary Unit 166 September meeting, President Emily Nock presented a plaque to Karen Thompson for being named the 2019-2020 Member of the Year. The post Thompson Named Americ...

Surf Club Donates Dunkin’ Gift Cards To OCPD

The Ocean City Surf Club recently presented the Ocean City Police Department with 30 Dunkin Gift Cards to pay respect, show appreciation and thank them for their service in our community. Pictured, f...