(July 6, 2017) The Chesapeake Silver Cornet Brass Band will perform during the Berlin Heritage Foundation’s second concert on the lawn this season on Sunday, July 9 at 6 p.m.  This concert is co-sponsored by Berlin Main Street and the Town of Berlin. The Chesapeake Brass Band, founded in 1996, is one of the few… Read more »

(July 6, 2017) Author Joanne Guilfoil provides readers with a snapshot into military, agriculture and banner planes in her book, “Flying Over Delmarva – Spray Planes, Banner Planes and Bi-Planes.” “It is really neat because you get to see a view of Ocean City you normally wouldn’t,” Guilfoil said. “Every chapter is pilot approved. It… Read more »

(July 6, 2017) Future lifeguards are invited to join OPA Aquatics for skill-building, swimming and fun at the popular junior lifeguard program this summer. Participants ages 7 and up will learn lifeguard skills, basic CPR, first aid and more during the three-day sessions. Returning junior lifeguards will serve as junior crew chiefs and learn additional… Read more »

(July 6, 2017) From heating and air conditioning to plumbing, kitchen and bath remodeling, O.C. Home Services in Ocean Pines provides a multitude of essentials for homeowners. “We try to cover everything from the roof to the crawl space,” said Fred Showacre, who owns the business with Chris Pugaczewski. “We utilize our own labor that… Read more »

(July 6, 2017) The Maryland Safe Boating Class will be conducted July 11-13 at the Ocean Pines Library, taught by the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary from 6-9 p.m. each night.   The Maryland Safe Boating Class and certificate are required for boat operators born after July 1, 1972, but everyone can benefit from it. Why?… Read more »

(July 6, 2017) Pocomoke High School girls’ field hockey coach Brandi Castaneda is working to rejuvenate youth-based hockey programs in town. In the hopes of introducing a new generation to field hockey, Castaneda has asked the city council to support use of the field behind the former Salvation Army at 300 Second Street for an… Read more »

(July 6, 2017) In addition to the swirl of events celebrating Independence Day earlier this week, Snow Hill will hold its monthly Arts on the River First Friday event tomorrow. The festivities take place from 5-8 p.m., providing a full evening of artist receptions, musical diversions, food, drinks, and great bargains from local merchants. Bishop’s… Read more »

(July 6, 2017) Fins Berlin recently presented the Atlantic General Hospital Foundation with proceeds from its Make a Difference Monday fundraiser in the amount of $460 for the Campaign for the Future. The Berlin Fins location opened in October 2016 as the fourth Fins Hospitality Group location. Owner Jeff Hamer is a family man with… Read more »

(July 6, 2017) Returning champions Burley Oak Brewing Company will defend their title during the 2017 Berlin Bathtub Races Friday. The local brewing company will again bring two racers this year. In 2016, Burley entered its traditional beer barrel, pushed by owner Bryan Brushmiller, but it won with a new custom-built craft by Loaded Gun… Read more »

(June 29, 2017) The four remaining Ocean Pines Board of Directors candidates met during a nearly two-hour candidate forum in the community center last Wednesday. Two candidates, newcomer Dr. Colette Horn and former Director Marty Clarke, exchanged several barbs on issues, including the budget and the yacht club, and Horn repeatedly went after the current… Read more »