(Feb. 9, 2017) Ocean Pines resident Mary Ann Alston will participate in her third judging assignment at the 141st annual Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show in New York City, Feb. 13-14. “It is truly an honor to be invited to judge the Westminster Dog Show,” Alston said. “Judges are chosen for their knowledge in the… Read more »
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Worcester Tech H.S. seniors present capstone projects
(Feb. 9, 2017) A toothbrush with dental floss attached, porta-potty covers and an apparatus to clean wine glasses efficiently were just some of the 10 capstone projects presented to six industry and community partners on Tuesday morning by senior pre-engineering students at Worcester Technical High School in Newark. “The biggest achievement obstacle in our classrooms… Read more »
Letters to the Editor
Another successful event held for vets Editor, Star Charities wishes to thank the community and our generous sponsors for participating in our annual “Beef & Beer,” an event that raises funds for wounded veterans. It was held Friday, Jan. 27 at the Ocean Pines Community Center. We are proud to be able to donate $6,000… Read more »
Er on side of inclusion
If local governments and community associations were marching bands, they would be moving to the beat of conundrums. A bad pun that may be, but it is a good way to describe how small government operations find themselves in an endless struggle to keep assessments at a politically acceptable level, while also ensuring that services… Read more »
Overnight with otters this weekend
(Feb. 9, 2017) The Delmarva Discovery Center is featuring another otter-themed event this weekend, as it invites area children to come party for a while with Mac and Tuck, or spend the night at the museum to continue the otter event into Sunday. Tickets are still available. The price for members to attend the sleepover… Read more »
Pilot program at Worcester schools to combat opiates
(Feb. 9, 2017) Worcester County schools announced the addition of a new anti-heroin pilot program for eighth-graders at Stephen Decatur Middle School, a move designed to combat a nationwide increase in illegal drug use and overdoses. The opioid lesson plan is one small piece in a larger plan to bridge the gap in health education… Read more »
Anniversary committee liaison swap
(Feb. 9, 2017) Less than a week after activities of Ocean Pines’ 50th Anniversary Committee appeared to have been put on pause, planning has apparently resumed. The semi-centennial group had asked for public support of its endeavors during a meeting on Jan. 28, but a related motion was shelved in order to adjust some of… Read more »
Annual school show, contest
(Feb. 9, 2017) During the month of February, the Worcester County Arts Council will present an exhibit featuring entries submitted by local high school students for the annual art competition sponsored by the Berlin/Ocean City Optimist Club. The exhibit includes a total of 33 paintings and drawings and is on display at the Wor. County… Read more »
Gas main leak on Bay Street
(Feb. 9, 2017) The Snow Hill Volunteer Fire Company responded to Bay Street on Wednesday, Feb. 1 because of an apparent gas leak. Trey Heiser, fire chief, said his company responded to the scene in the early afternoon and found a resident had struck the two-inch line while digging. No injuries were reported, the road… Read more »
To shoot or not to shoot (hoops)
(Feb. 9, 2017) Can a child in Ocean Pines walk into the community center gym and play basketball, if that area is unoccupied, without paying for the privilege to do so? Currently, the answer is no. On Monday the board of directors discussed the use of the community center and its gym and – in… Read more »