Following are some “untruths” about retirement that I’ve observed over the years. You will not need as much money during retirement as you do now. The general rule of thumb says that you will need approximately 70% of your pre-retirement income in order to maintain a lifestyle similar to that which you currently have. This… Read more »
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Childcare provider wants to expand business
BERLIN— After a chance encounter in the local Wal-Mart parking lot with state officials recruiting local entrepreneurs, a business owner could realize one of her dreams. Sheneka Nichols, a 38-year-old mother of six, said she bought Stages Early Childhood Learning Center, Inc. two years ago after she and her husband, Clayton, faced an emergency need… Read more »
Change of season, now time to enjoy ourselves
Late September not only brings a change of season with more moderate temperatures, but it’s also a time of year that locals look forward to, as the huge crowds and resulting traffic jams dissipate. For those who live here year-round or own businesses, it’s a time to relax a bit now that family, friends and… Read more »
Chesapeake Wildfowl Expo presented by Ward Museum
SALISBURY–The Ward Museum of Wildfowl Art, Salisbury University, will host the 16th annual Chesapeake Wildfowl Expo, Saturday, Oct. 12. This event pays tribute to old decoys while encouraging the carving of new ones. The museum, located on Schumaker Pond, provides the setting for this annual celebration of waterfowling events, which are an important part of… Read more »
Worcester Prep began 44th school year earlier this month
BERLIN–Worcester Prep opened for its 44th year with students and teachers ready to work together on new challenges in learning. The theme for 2013-2014 is "A.C.T. —Attitude, Character, Teamwork", builds upon the 2012-2013 theme: "Pride and Character." It is Worcester’s goal not only to prepare students for college but also to make sure that they… Read more »
Commission meets with new Berlin director
BERLIN— The Berlin Planning Commission approved requests for plans for a new commercial structure, the subdivision of a lot on Branch Street and a boundary adjustment on South Main Street at its Sept. 11 meeting. At the first meeting with new Planning Director David Engelhart, South Moon Under received the commission’s preliminary approval to demolish… Read more »
Pines citizen, business and non-profit of 2013 announced
OCEAN PINES—The Ocean Pines Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors announces its 2013 Citizen of the Year and 2013 Business of the Year, Kathy Jacobs of Brandywine Senior Living at Fenwick Island and Atlantic Physical Therapy, run by Robert Hammond. The Community Foundation of the Easter Shore also recognizes the Atlantic General Hospital Foundation as… Read more »
McDermott announces run for state senate seat
MARYLAND—Del. Michael McDermott (38B-R) filed a petition to run for the state senate seat for Legislative District 38 on Sept. 16, launching a direct challenge to incumbent Sen. Jim Mathias (D-38). In a Sept. 17 statement announcing his election bid, McDermott described himself as “a strong voice for Eastern Shore values and common sense spending.”… Read more »
OPA board talks format, tax-exemption and municipality
OCEAN PINES—The only vote taken during the Ocean Pines Board of Director’s first work session on Sept. 10 was on a policy that would establish how the OPA’s work sessions would operate, approved by a vote of 4-2-1. The work sessions will be considered special meetings, allowing directors to discuss board matters informally, ParliamentarianDan Stachurski… Read more »
OPA holds two-day orientation for board of directors
OCEAN CITY—The Ocean Pines Association Board of Director’s orientation retreat at the Hilton on 32nd Street Sept. 12-13,did not generate nearly as much news as it did information on administrative functions. It included a briefing by attorney Joseph Moore, of the Ocean City firm Williams, Moore, Shockley and Harrison, who updated the board on their… Read more »