Single membership talk for OP racquet sports returns; Center director supports phasing in one-price option due to variety of interests

By Tara Fischer Staff Writer  The Ocean Pines Association’s racquet sports center may move to a singular, blanket price option over the next few years, switching it up from the current setup of mul...

Annual swim raises $121,000 for hospital

By Tara Fischer Staff Writer Hundreds of charitable daredevils plunged into the icy ocean last week on New Year’s Day for Atlantic General Hospital’s 31st Annual Penguin Swim to raise money for lo...

Officials weigh Pines tree clearing concerns; Former committee chair alarmed over increase in ‘clear-cutting of trees’

By Tara Fischer Staff Writer As Ocean Pines residents point to excessive tree removal, the community looks to strengthen county collaboration during the pre-construction phase of new home development....

County grants campground’s shade request

By Brian Shane Staff Writer Residents of campground communities may now use gazebos and sunshades legally in their parking spaces, after homeowners from the White Horse Park neighborhood successfully ...

Resident looking to start bocce ball league

For Michael Galello, a 24-year resident of Ocean Pines, bocce ball is more than a game – it’s a lifelong passion rooted in family and community. Now semi-retired, Galello is channeling that passio...

Worcester Youth eyes milestone year; 50th anniversary celebration on tap, other special events

By Bethany Hooper Associate Editor Worcester Youth & Family Counseling Services will mark its 50th anniversary this year with a host of celebrations and fundraisers. The series of occasions and ev...

George Thomas Scheleur

George Thomas Scheleur Berlin With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of George Thomas Scheleur on December 30, 2024, at the age of 77. Born on March 12, 1947, in Pasadena,  George was a devoted h...

Letter To The Editor: Technical basis for wind opposition

Technical basis for wind opposition Editor, As an engineer with more than 40 years of experience in the development, construction, operation, and maintenance of power plants including wind farms, I ne...

Gloria Shoemaker

Gloria Shoemaker Ocean City With deep sorrow, we announce the passing of our beloved mother, sister, and friend, Gloria Shoemaker who peacefully entered the arms of her Savior on December 3, 2024, at ...

Janice Hope Wainwright

Janice Hope Wainwright Berlin Janice Hope Wainwright, age 78, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on Saturday, January 4, 2025. Born in Berlin, she was the daughter of the late Herm...