SALISBURY — James Paul Harlin, age 77, died Monday, April 25 at Peninsula Regional Medical Center in Salisbury. Born in Poughkeepsie, N.Y., he was the son of the late Albert Harlin and Freida Schmeidle Harlin. He is survived by his wife, Margaret M. Harlin. Harlin had worked as a manger for the New York Telephone… Read more »
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Shirley Elizabeth Brewington
SNOW HILL — Shirley Elizabeth Brewington, age 67, died Monday, April 25 at her home in Snow Hill. Born in Salisbury, she was the daughter of the late Charles Brewington, Sr. and Elizabeth M. Powell Brewington. She is survived by two brothers, Charles K. Brewington, Jr. and his wife, Pat and Roy C. Brewington and… Read more »
Route 90 lane closure next week
OCEAN CITY – Next week, the Maryland State Highway Administration (SHA) will temporarily close the eastbound lane of the MD 90 Bridge, work is scheduled 7 a.m-7 p.m on Tuesday, May 10. Flagpersons will direct traffic to alternate flow in the westbound lane. The temporary lane closure will allow crews to repair approximately 50 light poles… Read more »
Something different: truffled bison burgers on the grill
I remember writing about a trip to Mexico while serving in the Marines. It was but a short journey of harrowing roads and fearless and seemingly senseless drivers to any given destination to the South. As I think back on a trip to the Las Playas bull arena one day, I still can’t be sure… Read more »
Volunteers needed to assist with hurricane drill
Worcester County Emergency Services and Volunteer Services, in cooperation with the Maryland Emergency Management Agency and other state agencies, are seeking volunteers to assist with a hurricane preparedness drill in Ocean City on May 11. Those with Community Emergency Response Training (CERT) as well as others in the community are encouraged to participate in the… Read more »
Getting Their Uniforms Dirty
BERLIN — After suffering an opening day loss to the Yankees, the Berlin Little League Orioles staged a comeback in the late innings of Monday night’s game against the White Sox to win the major league game 7-4. Right-hander Zac Cioccio logged 10 strikeouts for the win and Matt Kinsey picked up the save adding… Read more »
A Look Inside jj Fish
BERLIN — When John and Judy Fisher opened j.j. Fish Studio and Fine Craft Gallery 10 years ago, it was much more studio and fine craft gallery. In fact, initially the plan was to use the space as a way to show both John’s and Judy’s work while allowing them a place to produce for… Read more »
Facilities Advisory Group Approved
OCEAN PINES — Bob Thompson, Ocean Pines Association general manager, told the board of directors last week he was jump-starting the planning process by inaugurating a facilities planning group to help refine the work of the 10-year task force. The task force provided a list and loose plan for dealing with the replacement of various… Read more »
Bringing Bikes To The Beach
WHALEYVILLE — Oasis owner Bobby Riccio has never been able to relax and let the patrons come pouring in through the door. Since he purchased the Old Ocean City Boulevard business four years ago, he’s constantly worked to create and maintain a regular customer base. But more than that, he’s insinuated himself into the business… Read more »
GBG Seeks 'Walkable Berlin'
BERLIN — Lower Shore Land Trust Executive Director Kate Patton has petitioned the mayor and council to endorse Grow Berlin Green’s next big project: creating a master plan to make Berlin a “walkable” town. Grow Berlin Green is a partnership promoting a more eco-friendly town by providing people the tools and education to live in… Read more »