(Dec. 24, 2015) The Worcester County Commission for Women has kicked off a new initiative called “Empowering Women Scholarship.” This scholarship will be awarded in May 2016 to two Worcester County women to further their education. In an effort to raise funds to support this scholarship program, the Friends of the Women’s Commission are… Read more »
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State releases Nov. casino revenue
(Dec. 24, 2015) Maryland Lottery and Gaming recently announced November 2015 revenue numbers for the state’s five casinos – Casino at Ocean Downs in Worcester County, Hollywood Casino Perryville in Cecil County, Horseshoe Casino Baltimore in Baltimore City, Maryland Live Casino in Anne Arundel County, and Rocky Gap Casino Resort in Allegany County. November’s combined… Read more »
County announces holiday hours
(Dec. 24, 2015) Worcester County Government (WCG) offices will close at noon Thursday, Dec. 24, in observance of the Christmas holiday and reopen Monday, Dec. 28. WCG offices will also be closed Friday, Jan. 1, for New Year’s Day. The Solid Waste Division of Public Works, both the Central Landfill in Newark and Homeowner Convenience… Read more »
Letters to the Editor
Legislation will help land trusts Editor, In a strong bipartisan action, the Senate voted 65-33 today to pass the bill that will make the tax incentive for conservation easement donations permanent. This follows yesterday’s 318-109 vote in the House. This legislation has been a priority for the Land Trust Alliance for a decade, and it… Read more »
‘Be An Angel’ for Coastal Hospice holiday campaign
(Dec. 24, 2015) Coastal Hospice is urging its Lower Shore neighbors to be “angels” this year and include Coastal Hospice in their holiday giving. “Be An Angel” is the theme of this year’s campaign. The annual drive provides the money hospice needs to offer care to patients who have no ability to pay. Last year,… Read more »
Wor-Wic announces county grads
(Dec. 24, 2015) The following students from Worcester County completed their program requirements to graduate with a certificate of proficiency (CT), associate of applied science (AAS), associate of arts in teaching (AAT), associate of science (AS) or associate of arts (AA) degree from Wor-Wic Community College this past summer. •Berlin: Allison Anders, AA, Business; Manami… Read more »
‘Light up Pines’ contest to close Thursday, Dec. 31
(Dec. 24, 2015) Ocean Pines residents have the chance to vote for their favorite of 22 Ocean Pines homes that have been decked out, lit up and covered in holiday cheer for the community’s annual “Light up the Pines” outdoor display contest. Participants in the contest, sponsored by Choptank Electric Cooperative and the Ocean… Read more »
Toys for ‘Tots,’ $1K cash for troops
(Dec. 24, 2015) During its 2015 holiday party at Seacrets on 49th Street in Ocean City, the Coastal Association of Realtors (CAR) collected more than 100 toys for the Toys For Tots Foundation and raised $1,000 for Wounded Warrior Project (WWP). This is the second year that CAR has collected donations for both organizations during… Read more »
Worcester County Tourism earns fives statewide awards
(Dec. 24, 2015) Worcester County Tourism (WCT), along with area partners working together to promote Maryland’s Eastern Shore as a tourism destination, took home five awards during the 35th annual Maryland Tourism & Travel Summit in late October. The Best Media & Public Relations Campaign Award went to Tourism, Art and Downtown Development (TADD) for… Read more »
Joseph L. Bowling, Jr., World War II veteran, passes away
Joseph L. Bowling, Jr., 92, born in Washington, D.C., formerly of Rockville, Md., died peacefully on Wednesday, Dec. 2, 2015, at Coastal Hospice on the Lake in Salisbury. Joe was married to Margaret R. Bowling (deceased) for over 50 years, and was the father of Bradford C. Bowling (deceased). He is survived by… Read more »