OCEAN CITY — Anthony Joseph “Tony” Trevisonno, 56, died Wednesday, June 27, 2012, at his home in Ocean City. Born in Dundalk, Md., he was the son of Michael A. Tresvisonno, and the late Catherine Zenalotti Trevisonno. He leaves behind his dear friend, Lucy Ann Sydnor. Tony had worked as a construction supervisor. Cremation followed his… Read more »
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Tuna prices on rise; try fresh from Atlantic
Tuna, tuna everywhere, nor any a bite to eat Or so goes a poor variation of the fabled ancient mariner as I try to get ready for this week’s rendition of food fears. There is a slight problem with tuna in this day and age. If you haven’t noticed, tuna (steak and loin) is either… Read more »
Historic church to add new auxiliary building to grounds
SHOWELL — Historic St. Martin’s Church, which has provided a number of services to the area since its construction in 1756, will soon feature a new auxiliary building to better service functions held at the landmark. After receiving two grants throughout the past three weeks, the St. Martin’s Church Foundation, which oversees all church involvements,… Read more »
Ocean Pines represents Maryland in recycling contest
OCEAN PINES — Starting this week, all recycled materials collected by Waste Management in Ocean Pines can earn retail discounts for eco-friendly residents and gives the community a chance to win a $100,000 grant from SC Johnson to use on a community project. During the inaugural SC Johnson Green Choice Recycling Challenge, Ocean Pines is… Read more »
OPA Board proposes $4.3M Yacht Club
OCEAN PINES — A referendum vote next month on the proposed Yacht Club project is the only factor barring the initiation of construction of a new building. During a special board meeting last Friday, the Ocean Pines Association Board of Directors unanimously approved the bid sent by Harkins Contracting, Inc. of Salisbury to build a… Read more »
World of Toys brings color, creativity to Berlin
BERLIN — With its relaxing classical music, colorful array of stuffed animals and layout crafted with a high attention to detail, it’s plain to see World of Toys — a new shop on North Main Street — isn’t a run-of-the-mill toy store. Opened one month ago by Olga Kozhevwikova, World of Toys is stocked with… Read more »
Summer chicken challenge isn’t Reel hard
The school year is coming to an end for seniors. Others must stick it out until the buses park for the last time, preparing for their own two month hiatus. The trees are in full force, the flowers are blooming and there is an excitement in the air as people prepare for their dream vacation… Read more »
Ocean Pines joins the ‘Buy Local’ revolution
OCEAN PINES — Mariners’ Country Down carries with it a bit of local legend and a significant amount of local history. And this summer it will be one of the places from which the produce comes for the Ocean Pines Farmers Market, which opens next weekend in White Horse Park. Christine McDowell, who will be… Read more »
Town mulls benefits of enacting contractor fee
BERLIN — The Berlin Mayor and Council this week took up the issue of whether out-of-town contractors should pay a fee before they can perform work in the Town and, if so, how high the fee should be and how the rates should be structured. Although in-town businesses are required to have a business license… Read more »
O'Hare seeks board position
OCEAN PINES — Sharyn O’Hare has been tempted to run for the OPA board of directors more than a few times since the association was founded. Generally she’s shied away for either business or personal reasons but as the board and the association generally enter what could be a very critical period, O’Hare decided that… Read more »