(Sept. 7, 2017) Pulling the community together to instill positive messaging in youth is the underlying goal of ‘Hooping at Byrd Park,’ a weekly pickup basketball game held on Sunday evenings, beginning at 5:30 p.m., in Snow Hill. Sylvester “Dawk” Bratten Sr., who helped launch the weekly event in mid-August, said he wanted to help… Read more »
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Pines collecting for hurricane relief
(Sept. 7, 2017) Hurricane Harvey left destruction in its wake after it spawned deadly flooding along the Gulf Coast. The aftermath is devastating. Families are displaced. Homes are destroyed. Lives are forever changed. The road to recovery for the gulf region appears to be a long road. With that in mind, the Ocean Pines Association… Read more »
Wishing Bailey the best
The only thing that needs to be said with regard to new Ocean Pines Association General Manager John Bailey is, “good luck.” And that’s a sincere wish, with not one iota of sarcasm attached. Everyone, regardless of his or her specific interests, wants Bailey to do well and act as a calming influence on the… Read more »
Pocomoke eyes replacement for Riverside Grill restaurant
(Sept. 7, 2017) Pocomoke officials are searching for a new tenant to take over operations at the Riverside Grill, after being informed that current proprietor Mark Reeves would depart next month. City Manager Bobby Cowger said Reeves, who took over operations there five years ago, also runs the Back Street Grill in Salisbury and earlier… Read more »
Work on William Street likely to close Berlin roads for wks.
(Sept. 7, 2017) Road closures on William Street in Berlin started this week and are expected to last several weeks, as the town continues its stormwater system upgrades. Williams Street is closed between Cedar and Powellton avenues. “This is the second phase of our stormwater projects, which have already reduced flooding in our community,” Mayor… Read more »
‘Into the Woods Jr.’ auditions in OP
(Sept. 7, 2017) The Ocean Pines Children’s Theater will be holding auditions for the Broadway production of “Into the Woods Jr.” All interested youth between the ages of 8 and 18 are invited to audition at the Ocean Pines Community Church, located on Route 589, on Friday, Sept. 15 from 5:30-8:30 p.m. Be prepared with… Read more »
Inaugural Small Town Throwdown in Berlin this Sat.
(Sept. 7, 2017) The Town of Berlin is going a little bit country this Saturday, when the inaugural Small Town Throwdown comes to Main Street, courtesy of Fager’s Island and The Atlantic Hotel. “This was John’s [Fager] idea,” Berlin Economic and Community Development Director Ivy Wells said. “He came to me in January and said… Read more »
Pam Howard to feature at Baked during 2nd Friday
(Sept. 7, 2017) Baked Dessert Café owner Robin Tomaselli did not have to look far to find an artist to show work during the 2nd Friday art stroll this week. Her sister, Pam Howard, will display her pottery, and Tomaselli said she is a huge fan of her work. “Robin was like, ‘Come on over.’… Read more »
Dr. Small to explore rich history of Snow Hill
(Sept. 7, 2017) Retired professor Dr. Clara Small is continuing research for a volume examining the history and cultural dynamics that have shaped Snow Hill. In the pursuit of some clarity regarding the birthplace of a local baseball legend, the town contacted Small, two years ago, to write a research book that incorporated and preserved… Read more »
Social Services, Merril Lynch aid flood victims
(Sept. 7, 2017) The Worcester County Department of Social Services and Merrill Lynch in Ocean City are spearheading one of a multitude of local and national efforts to ship supplies to assist people and pets impacted by Hurricane Harvey. Kirby Brewington, with social services, said donations are being accepted through Sept. 11 at numerous locations… Read more »