(April 28, 2016) Berlin capped a busy week of high-profile Republican visits, with a brief stopover Friday by Gov. Larry Hogan. Berlin was one of several Eastern Shore sojourns for the governor, who also visited Salisbury, Princess Anne, Crisfield, Ocean City, Newark, Snow Hill and Pocomoke last week. On Friday, he met with Mayor Gee… Read more »
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Oklahoma brisket enough for small army
It’s funny how writing has lent itself so therapeutically to me in my aging years. There have certainly been times during which I drone as I suffer from inescapable writer’s block, and there are a few occasions on which I’ve had to take a week or two off to gather my thoughts. But one thing… Read more »
DDC presents Mother’s Day natural spa workshop, May 7
(April 21, 2016) Spend the afternoon on Saturday, May 7 relaxing at the Delmarva Discovery Center & Museum, and treat yourself to a natural spa experience. This is the perfect way to pamper moms for Mother’s Day, or grab a few friends for a fun afternoon. From noon – 2 p.m., we’ll be making a… Read more »
Household hazardous waste pickup planned for April 23
(April 21, 2016) The Recycling Division of Worcester County Public Works, in conjunction with Maryland Environmental Services and the Maryland Department of the environment (MDE), will conduct Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) and E-Cycling (electronics recycling) Collection Day on Saturday, April 23, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Ocean City Park & Ride Lot… Read more »
Annual Birding Weekend flies in, April 21-24
(April 21, 2016) The 2016 Delmarva Birding Weekend is set to bring hundreds of nature enthusiasts to the shore, April 21-24, to enjoy the full complement of Mid-Atlantic birds, as the region welcomes warblers, tanagers, and other spring migrants – and prepares to bid adieu to its loons, falcons and waterfowl as they head northward…. Read more »
Comcast names Leaders, Achievers
(April 21, 2016) The Comcast Foundation recently announced the 2016 recipients of its annual Leaders and Achievers Scholarship Program awards in Maryland. The Program recognizes students who strive to achieve their potential, who are catalysts for positive change in their communities, who are involved in their schools and who serve as models for their fellow… Read more »
Berlin Ambassador Program seeking summer volunteers
(April 21, 2016) America’s Coolest Small Town is looking for volunteers to help with Berlin’s Ambassador Program. The program received the 2015 Governor’s Award for volunteerism. “Berlin Ambassadors are a friendly face on Main Street that help our visitors with any questions they might have, hand out town information, and guide our guests… Read more »
MSO season finale takes trip through Romantic Legends
(April 21, 2016) Celebrate the Mid-Atlantic Symphony Orchestra’s Season Finale, “Romantic Legends,” on Sunday, May 1, at the Community Church at Ocean Pines, located at Route 589 and Racetrack Road at 3 p.m. Concert tickets cost $38 per person. The program will feature violinist Arnaud Sussmann, performing “Violin Concerto in D Minor, Opus 47.”… Read more »
Spring indoor/outdoor flea market
(April 21, 2016) Treasure seekers are encouraged to hunt for bargains at Ocean Pines’ semi-annual Indoor/Outdoor Flea Market on Saturday, April 23 from 8 a.m. to noon at the Ocean Pines Community Center. Gently used clothing, children’s items, household items, collectibles and more will be for sale. Flea market vendor spaces are still available. An… Read more »
Letters to the Editor
‘Parenthood’ protest planned Editor, Earlier this month Hillary Clinton stated in an interview, “the unborn person does not have Constitutional rights.” In February, White House Spokesman Josh Ernest stated, regarding funding to develop a vaccine for the Zika virus, “I think Democrats and Republicans in Congress are interested in making sure pregnant women and unborn… Read more »