OCEAN PINES–Gerald Allen Elkins, 65, died on Nov. 28, 2013 after a short illness. Born in Richlands, Va., he was the son of the late Hazel Owens Elkins and Winfred Elkins. He is survived by his wife of 25 years, Amy Susan Hasson; three sons, Anthony John Elkins and his wife, Kristy, Daniel Carl Elkins … Read more »
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Assateague Coastal Trust files petition
WEST OCEAN CITY— Assateague Coastal Trust has filed a Petition For Judicial Review in the Worcester County Circuit Court to appeal the Oct. 10 Worcester County Board of Zoning Appeals Atlantic Coastal Bays Critical Area variance granted for the construction of a 190-foot elevated walkway across private and state owned wetlands adjacent to Old Bridge… Read more »
Ocean Pines Association should OK conduct codes
Sometimes a proposal, a statement or even the wording of a code can hit a raw nerve. That’s what seemingly occurred at the Dec. 4 Ocean Pines Association work session when Director Terri Mohr gave colleagues background material for a motion to reinstitute an OPA code of conduct at the upcoming Dec. 18 meeting. Director… Read more »
COMMUNITY BRIEFS
Applications accepted for SHORE UP! program SHORE UP! Inc. is accepting applications from people who need help paying their home heating bills and electric bills. Residents of either Somerset, Wicomico or Worcester counties who meet state income guidelines may qualify for assistance. To receive help, an individual must complete an Energy Assistance application and provide… Read more »
Pine Tones Chorus Christmas Concert
OCEAN PINES–The Pine Tones Chorus will present a Christmas Concert at Atlantic United Methodist Church, on Baltimore Avenue and Fourth Street in Ocean City, on Friday, Dec. 13 at 7:30 p.m. The Pine Tones Chorus includes about 60 singers from Ocean Pines, Ocean City and nearby areas. June Todd is the chorus director and Sandra… Read more »
Winners of Berlin’s 43rd annual Christmas parade announced
BERLIN–Berlin’s 43rd annual Christmas parade attracted a crowd of several thousand who lined the parade route along Main Street to near capacity on Dec. 5. A total of 83 groups participated in the parade which was sponsored by the Berlin Main Street, in cooperation with the merchants of Berlin. The parade is funded through the… Read more »
Consider giving monetary gift to charity this holiday season
‘Tis the season to give. Have you ever considered a substantial gift to a charity? With a properly planned gift, you could rearrange your investment portfolio without paying capital gains tax on appreciated property or you could also possibly get an income tax deduction. However, to get the tax advantages related with planned giving, your… Read more »
Assateague Island annual passes now available for ‘14
BERLIN–Are you looking for the perfect gift for that person on your Christmas list who loves to spend time at the beach? How about a year-long entrance pass to Assateague Island where a stroll along the shore, paddle in the bay, or casting a line of bait is a great way to spend time. The… Read more »
Painter Laura Jenkins among Berlin Art Stroll participants
BERLIN—Baked Dessert Cafe & Gallery is hosting local painter Laura Jenkins as the December artist of the month, including during the Dec. 13 Second Friday Art Stroll. Jenkins is donating 100 percent of the month’s proceeds from sales of her featured oil paintings to the West Ocean City nonprofit organization Diakonia. Jenkins participated in the… Read more »
Deadline to enter ‘Light Up the Pines’ decorating contest Dec. 13
OCEAN PINES—It’s not too late for homeowners to combine their landscaping decorating talent with their holiday spirit for the annual “Light Up the Pines” outdoor holiday display contest, but the deadline to register is Friday, Dec. 13 at 5 p.m. Sixteen homeowners participated in the event last year. The homeowners who register for the competition… Read more »