BERLIN— Mary Ellen Derrickson, 87, of Berlin, passed away on Friday, Sept. 27, 2013, at Atlantic General Hospital, after a brief illness. She was born in Newark and was a daughter of the late Isaac Ayres and Sarah Foreman Ayres. Mary received her formal education in the public schools of Worcester County. She married her… Read more »
News
Dr. Thomas Murray Holcomb
OCEAN PINES – Dr. Thomas Murray Holcomb, age 88, died Thursday Oct. 3, 2013 at his home. Born in Portland, Or. he was the son of the late James Murray Holcomb and Paulita Dulany Holcomb. He is survived by his wife of 60 years, Eleanor Nolan Holcomb, a son Thomas N. Holcomb of Chapel Hill,… Read more »
Joseph John Beland, Sr
BERLIN– Joseph John Beland, Sr., age 84, of Berlin died on Sunday Sept. 29, 2013 at Coastal Hospice at the Lake in Salisbury. Born in Massachusetts, he is survived by his wife of 61 years, Virginia Beland ( nee Klima). Also surviving is his son, Joseph J. Beland, Jr. and his wife Julia of New… Read more »
Omar W. Todd
OCEAN CITY–Omar Winfield Todd, age 93, died peacefully on Sept. 25, 2013 at his home. Born in Toddville, Md., he was the son of the late Darius Todd and Lydia Meridith Todd. He is survived by his wife June Rose Todd, and children:, Mary Todd Price and her husband Tim of Ocean City, Martha Todd… Read more »
Marilyn Leona Clark
OCEAN CITY – Marilyn Leona Clark, age 84, died Tuesday, Oct. 1, 2013 at Lee’s Almost Home Nursing Facility. Born in Baltimore she was the daughter of the late Milton and Marie Boehn Shamleffer. She was preceded in death by her husband Garland H. Clark. She is survived by her daughter Gail M. Butler and… Read more »
More than 30,000 nonprofit organizations in Maryland
A report issued this week by the Tax Foundation ranked Maryland among one of the worst in the nation for its state tax policies. The Foundation has just released its 2013-2014 State Business Tax Climate Index, ranking states based on corporate tax rates, individual income taxes, sales taxes, unemployment insurance and property taxes. Overall Maryland… Read more »
Maryland not so friendly in business tax area
A report issued this week by the Tax Foundation ranked Maryland among one of the worst in the nation for its state tax policies. The Foundation has just released its 2013-2014 State Business Tax Climate Index, ranking states based on corporate tax rates, individual income taxes, sales taxes, unemployment insurance and property taxes. Overall Maryland… Read more »
Bliss featured artist at Arts Council gallery during Oct
BERLIN– During the month of October, The Worcester County Arts Council Gallery will feature an exhibit by local artist and the Arts Council’s member, Kenny Bliss. The exhibit will be on display through October. Kenny Bliss creates his work through diverse mediums such as painting with pulp, sculpting clay, and carving masterful pumpkins. His unique… Read more »
Worcester County Arts Council seeks project applicants
BERLIN–The Worcester County Arts Council Grants Review Committee is seeking applicants for local art projects to be held in Worcester County between Jan. 1, 2014 through June 30, 2014. Proposed project must be sponsored or presented by a not-for-profit, tax-exempt organization and be open to the public. Grant amount requested must be matched one-for-one by… Read more »
Worcester County Libraries to offer assortment of programs
WORCESTER COUNTY–Worcester County libraries will offer a variety of programs in October. During Play Time, parents and children ranging from infants to 5 years old will explore educational toys together in interactive free play. It is a great place to make new friends and learn new skills. Play Times are 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 1… Read more »