(Dec. 18, 2014) More than a year after 16-year-old Tymeir D. Dennis and his then 17-year-old brother Tyheim D. Bowen were struck by a police car while walking across Route 113 in Berlin, many members of the community are still reeling. The police investigation into the crash, claiming the life of Dennis and seriously injuring… Read more »
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Pine Tones’ will present annual holiday concert
(Dec. 18, 2014) The Pine Tones Chorus will present its Christmas concert at Atlantic United Methodist Church on Fourth Street in Ocean City, Friday, Dec. 19, at 7:30 p.m. The concert theme is “The Colors of Christmas” and features a song with that same title by John Rutter, a famous composer of choral music. The… Read more »
Purnell adopts Shockley’s broadband stance
(Dec. 18, 2014) Although he lost the election in November, former District 4 Worcester County Commissioner Virgil Shockley refuses to give up on the issue of broadband. Shockley, the former chairman of the Maryland Broadband Cooperative and current vice chair, has championed the idea of bringing free or cheap countywide wireless internet service for years…. Read more »
Enhance flavor of food with truffle salt
Today’s light reading may annoy some people in that I will be discussing some things not available to the general public … yet. We will take a fascinating journey into sous vide cooking, liquid nitrogen and truffle salt. Since the truffle salt is the most recognizable and available, I’ll start with that. To begin with,… Read more »
Penguin Swim reminder: get ready for plunge
(Dec. 11, 2014) It’s time to sign up for the Atlantic General Hospital Penguin Swim. This New Year’s Day marks the 21st anniversary for the event, which has become a local tradition on the shore. Penguins are encouraged to come wearing costumes and awards will be presented to the best dressed. Special recognition awards will… Read more »
State reports increase in casino revenue
(Dec. 11, 2014) The Maryland Lottery and Gaming Control Agency announced November revenue numbers for the state’s five casinos – Hollywood Casino Perryville in Cecil County, Horseshoe Casino in Baltimore City, Casino at Ocean Downs in Worcester County, Live Casino in Anne Arundel County and Rocky Gap Casino Resort in Allegany County. November’s combined statewide… Read more »
Humane soc. aims to grow membership
(Dec. 11, 2014) As a nonprofit, the Worcester County Humane Society relies on the generosity of individuals and businesses in the community. Once a year in December the shelter launches its membership drive and the funds raised enable the shelter to continue serving the people and animals in the community. Membership donations directly benefit all… Read more »
Ehrlich: I’m just looking, thanks
(Dec. 11, 2014) He won’t do it. You read it here first. Former Gov. Bob Ehrlich is having fun — with us and with himself, right? He’s made a couple of trips to New Hampshire. People are polite to him. The group he meets with likes his message: loves the Constitution, hates Obamacare, hails the… Read more »
Exercise caution over the holiday season
It’s a sad thing that the holiday season is not only about glad tidings and spreading goodwill but also is a time of being wary of people whose intent is not so merry. That, more or less, was the message this week from Berlin Police Chief Arnold Downing, who, just like most other law enforcement… Read more »
Landsman’s new shop made into a dazzler
(Dec. 11, 2014) For Joyce Landsman, the fourth time might actually be the charm. The eclectic new shop in Manklin Station near the South Gate in Ocean Pines is her fourth business in the area, following Inn on the Ocean, An Afare to Remember and Mainstreet Gift Gallery. “My husband and I moved here from… Read more »