Local Homeless Man Stomped For Vodka

OCEAN CITY — An Ocean City man was arrested and charged with first-degree assault last week after allegedly stomping a local homeless man on the Boardwalk and stealing his bottle of vodka.Around...

Thoughts From The Publisher’s Desk – January 3, 2020

For the past 15 years, I have devoted space in the first issue of the new year to making predictions on the news over the next 12 months. Here are some of my thoughts on what will make headlines for ...

Former Seahawk Wins National Title

BERLIN- Former Stephen Decatur and U.S. Naval Academy wrestling standout last week won the championship in the Senior Nationals in Texas to move closer to a berth on the U.S. national team for the 20...

First Keeper Tautog of 2020

I was pleased to have the 2nd day of the new year produce my 2nd fishing report as well as some of my buddies were out taking advantage of what started out as a nice day.  It was flat calm first ...

Communications committee talks electronic signs

By Greg Ellison Staff Writer (Jan. 2, 2020) After opening discussions with Worcester County officials about a possible change in the sign code, the OPA Communications Committee concluded on Dec. 19 th...

Historic Berlin Foodie Tour to come to town

By Rachel Ravina, Staff Writer (Jan. 2, 2020) For Sandy Gillis, creator of the OC Foodie Tour, the soft opening of the Historic Berlin Foodie Tour that took place last month was a success. “Everyon...

Tutorial plan gains traction at board level

New committee members would receive orientation By Greg Ellison Staff Writer (Jan. 2, 2020) After gaining traction with the OPA Board of Directors during its meeting on Dec. 4, the OPA Communications ...

OP Aquatics Angel Tree collects record haul

(Jan. 2, 2020) Bolstered by unexpected donations from American Legion Boggs Disharoon Auxiliary Unit #123 in Berlin, the Ocean Pines Aquatics Angel Tree program last week donated gifts so 10 children ...

Letters to Santa initiative successful

Approximately 100 pieces of mail sent to North Pole from Berlin mailbox this yr. By Rachel Ravina, Staff Writer (Jan. 2, 2020) About 100 people got into the holiday spirit and sent a letter to the No...

Showell progress continues after board authorizes funds

Several projects still in works including installing metal panels and roofing By Rachel Ravina, Staff Writer (Jan. 2, 2020) Construction continued at the replacement Showell Elementary School after t...