(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 »
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Youth hockey to get push in Pocomoke City
(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 »
Safe Boating Classes available July 11-13
(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 »
O.C. Home Services providing one-stop solution in Pines
(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 »
Junior lifeguards
(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 »
Book ‘Flying Over Delmarva’ out now
(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 »
Baking Barons, Burley Oak team up for new café
(July 6, 2017) After three months of renovations, the former Berlin Coffee House on 17 Jefferson Street reopened on Friday as the Burley Café, operated now by Burley Oak Brewing Company owner Bryan Brushmiller and the Brooklyn Baking Barons, also known as Chris Poeschl and Tony Lanuza. It was a soft opening, unannounced on social… Read more »
Chesapeake Silver Cornet Brass Band coming to Berlin
(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 »
Second candidate forum, July 22
(July 6, 2017) The Ocean Pines Association Elections Committee is gearing up for a second candidate forum on Saturday, July 22, and is asking for homeowners’ help in developing a line of questions. The first forum was held on Wednesday, June 21, when four candidates for two seats on the board, Dr. Colette Horn, Nicole… Read more »
Three Berlin Falls studies pending
(July 6, 2017) The Town of Berlin is still waiting on the results of three studies related to Berlin Falls Park. Town Administrator Laura Allen said some preliminary information was received on a microbiological hazard analysis conducted by volunteer scientists from the Thriving Earth Exchange and Dr. Ellen Silbergeld, a professor of environmental health science… Read more »