(March 23, 2017) Two seats on the Snow Hill Council are up for election this year, and at this point it appears at least one spot will change, although it remains to be seen if an actual election will be required. The deadline to apply for either the central or western district open seats is… Read more »
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Directors think little of ThinkBig after sales pitch
(March 23, 2017) Board members shot down an apparent attempted sales pitch from ThinkBig Networks during an Ocean Pines Association work session on Monday. Director Doug Parks introduced the agenda topic “considerations for fiber optic in Ocean Pines,” when Sales Director Judy Morgan from ThinkBig, a Brooklandville internet service provider, asked to comment. She made… Read more »
Decatur students help go on ‘Long Walk to Water’
(March 23, 2017) After being inspired by the novel, “A Long Walk to Water,” by Linda Sue Park, seventh grade students at Stephen Decatur Middle School decided raising funds to help build clean water wells in South Sudan was the right thing to do. From 7:45 a.m. until school came to a close on Monday,… Read more »
Wild multi-state, multi-car chase
(March 23, 2017) A Dorchester County man is in critical condition in Christiana Hospital in Wilmington, Delaware after being shot by police following a break-in at a local Realtor’s home and a subsequent car chase that ended in Ocean View, Delaware last Saturday. Although the identity of the shooter has not been released pending an… Read more »
Soup that puts ‘pho’ back in phenomenal
Star anise and cinnamon perfume the air, but not in the manner in which we might think of Christmas potpourri or a random autumn’s candle. The aromas wafting through the air are intermingled with nuances of beef, ginger, onions and myriad delights that you may or may not be able to discern at first whiff…. Read more »
Ocean Pines Police taking applications
(March 16, 2017) The Ocean Pines Police Department is accepting applications for the position of police officer on its year-round force. Applicants must be at least 21 years of age, be a U.S. citizen, possess a high school diploma or GED, and have vision correctable to 20/20. Applicants must also have a valid driver’s… Read more »
Toast for the Coast to pour beer, rum
(March 16, 2017) Join Assateague Coastal Trust for local beer and rum tastings and a film on sea level rise during the fourth annual “Toast for the Coast,” Thursday, March 16 from 5-8 p.m. While some may dispute the cause, there can be no doubt that the sea level is rising, posing a significant threat… Read more »
Pocomoke man pleads guilty to racketeering
(March 16, 2017) Correctional Officer Thomas Leimbach, 32, of Pocomoke City, Maryland, pleaded guilty on March 9, 2017 to his participation in a racketeering conspiracy operating at the Eastern Correctional Institution in Westover, Maryland. The guilty plea was announced by United States Attorney for the District of Maryland Rod J. Rosenstein; Special Agent in Charge… Read more »
Letters to the Editor
Sexual Assault Awareness Month Editor, April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month. This year’s theme, “Engaging New Voices,” builds on the idea that we are stronger together, and that new partners and community members are needed to expand sexual assault prevention efforts. We can help the next generation foster attitudes that promote healthy relationships, equality and… Read more »
Pines gamble worthwhile
The Ocean Pines Association search for a general manager to take over from interim operational chief Brett Hill is akin to the “Forrest Gump” box of chocolates observation: “You never know what you’re going to get.” Or, as Director Dave Stevens put it, “You pays your money and takes your chances.” That’s about the size… Read more »