Go Green OC’s Josh Chamberlain talked about the importance of composting recently with attendees of a “Sip and Science” event hosted by Assateague Coastal Trust. Chamberlain advised the audience on how to compost and ways they can help reduce waste. The post Assateague Coastal Trust Hosted “Sip & Science” Event appeared first on News Ocean City Maryland Coast Dispatch Newspaper. ...READ POST.

Captain’s Table 410-289-7192 15th & Boardwalk In The Courtyard Marriott Fridays & Saturdays: Phil Perdue on PianoCoins Pub 410-289-3100 28th St. Plaza On Coastal Hwy. Saturday, Jan. 27: DJ Giddy Up, Dust N BonesCrabcake Factory Bayside 302-988-5000 37314 Lighthouse Rd., Rte. 54 Selbyville, DE Friday, Jan. 26: Union Road Wednesday, Jan. 31: Cup Of JoeCrawl Street... Read more » The post Who’s Playing When & Where – January 26, 2024 appeared first on News Ocean...READ POST.

“For the times they are a-changin.”The phrase is repeated five times in the Bob Dylan song by the same name. It’s been the prevailing sentiment around our office for several weeks ahead of the merger of two long-time competing newspapers.Life is about timing and the time is right for The Dispatch and OC Today to... Read more » The post Editor Weighs In On Newspaper Merger appeared first on News Ocean City Maryland Coast Dispatch Newspaper. ...READ POST.

SNOW HILL – County officials agreed to take advantage of a sale to purchase new emergency services radios.At the request of Worcester County Emergency Services staff, the Worcester County Commissioners last week voted unanimously to move forward with spending $338,914 to purchase additional radios. The purchase will meet the needs of the Worcester County Sheriff’s... Read more » The post Commissioners Approve $338K Radio Purchase appeared first on News Ocean City Maryland Coast...READ POST.

Worcester Preparatory School fifth graders participated in the D.A.R.E (Drug Abuse Resistance Education) Program taught by Sheriff Matthew Crisafulli of the Worcester County Sheriff’s Office. For several weeks, Crisafulli has visited fifth grade classrooms working with students to educate them about the dangers of drugs and alcohol. He worked with the students to instill good... Read more » The post WPS Fifth Graders Participated in D.A.R.E appeared first on News Ocean City Maryland...READ POST.

Worcester County Recycling Manager Bob Keenan and Ed Sargeant met with members of the Rotary Club of Snow Hill to highlight the benefits of recycling. Citizens can learn more about recycling on the county’s website, co.worcester.md.us. Pictured from left to right are Sargeant, Keenan, and Rotary Club President Bob Smith. The post Rotary Club Learns the Benefits of Recycling appeared first on News Ocean City Maryland Coast Dispatch Newspaper. ...READ POST.

OCEAN CITY – Ocean City Mayor Rick Meehan warned that city government is prepared to go to court to challenge federal approval of wind development off the coast if the project reaches that stage.Speaking at a hearing organized by U.S. Rep. Andy Harris (R-01) on Saturday, Meehan joined several local, state and federal representatives who... Read more » The post Offshore Wind Opposition Rallies At Harris Hearing appeared first on News Ocean City Maryland Coast Dispatch Newspaper. ...READ POST.

OCEAN PINES – Representatives of a local organization will provide an update on the Jenkins Point restoration project next week.On Monday, Jan. 29, the Maryland Coastal Bays Program (MCBP) will host a meeting on the Jenkins Point restoration project. Officials are expected to update community members on the project and present a revised design for... Read more » The post Jenkins Point Meeting Set For Next Week appeared first on News Ocean City Maryland Coast Dispatch Newspaper. ...READ POST.

It’s clear to all it’s an election year on the national front with a disturbing Biden-Trump rematch inevitable on the presidential level, but there will also be much decided on the local front this fall with the first filings taking place already.It’s a mid-term election as far as the Worcester County Commissioners and other notable... Read more » The post Thoughts From The Publisher’s Desk – January 26, 2024 appeared first on News Ocean City Maryland Coast Dispatch...READ POST.

BERLIN – During the month of October 2023, Blue Water Development, an Ocean City-based real estate developer specializing in commercial and hospitality properties, investment and management, held its first annual Blue Turns Pink Fundraiser in support of cancer research and awareness initiatives. All 63 of Blue Water’s properties, which span 21 states nationwide, took part... Read more » The post Inaugural Blue Turns Pink Campaign Supports Cancer Center appeared first on News...READ POST.

OCEAN CITY – Efforts to get the enabling legislation passed that would allow Ocean City to increase the room tax rate are once again underway.On Wednesday, the Senate’s Budget and Taxation Committee held a hearing for SB 95, sponsored by Sen. Mary Beth Carozza, which would increase the maximum hotel rental tax rate cap from... Read more » The post Efforts To Increase Room Tax Cap Begin In Annapolis appeared first on News Ocean City Maryland Coast Dispatch Newspaper. ...READ POST.

OCEAN CITY – Officials last week approved a code amendment that will allow habitable attics, but not before making a compromise on parking requirements.Last week, the Ocean City Council voted 6-1 to approve the second reading of an ordinance to amend the town’s zoning code. While the change will allow habitable areas in the attics... Read more » The post Habitable Attic Ordinance Passes Second Reading; Officials Compromise On Parking appeared first on News Ocean City Maryland...READ POST.

SNOW HILL– A Snow Hill Middle School teacher is one of 12 finalists in a nationwide contest that could earn the school’s library a makeover.With the help of his students, Beau Williams, library media specialist at Snow Hill Middle, entered a classroom furniture giveaway offered by KI. Williams and his students designed their dream learning... Read more » The post Snow Hill Middle School Librarian Named Finalist In National Contest appeared first on News Ocean City Maryland...READ POST.

BERLIN – Various projects aimed at increasing pedestrian safety highlight the town’s annual transportation priority list.On Monday, the town council approved a letter that will be sent to the Worcester County Commissioners outlining the projects municipal officials would like to see as transportation priorities.Officials are requesting sidewalks on Route 346, crosswalks in various locations and... Read more » The post Berlin Council Shares Transportation Priorities appeared...READ POST.

OCEAN PINES – A soft shoreline project is expected to stabilize the South Gate pond.General Manager John Viola said the Ocean Pines Association is working with the Maryland Coastal Bays Program to proceed with a soft shoreline project at the South Gate pond. He said with the use of federal funding and environmental techniques, the... Read more » The post Pines Officials Eye Pond Stabilization Project appeared first on News Ocean City Maryland Coast Dispatch Newspaper. ...READ POST.

BERLIN– Demolition work at Heron Park is expected to start within 30 days following selection of a contractor this week.The Berlin Town Council on Monday accepted a $112,715 bid from JNT Enterprises for the demolition of three sections of the former processing plant at Heron Park. Company representatives are also expected to provide the town... Read more » The post Berlin Officials Award Heron Park Demolition Bid appeared first on News Ocean City Maryland Coast Dispatch Newspaper. ...READ POST.

OCEAN CITY – Resort planners last week got a better understanding of tourism data as they look to update Ocean City’s comprehensive plan.Last Wednesday, the Ocean City Planning and Zoning Commission invited Tourism and Business Development Director Tom Perlozzo to participate in a work session for the comprehensive plan update. City Planner Bill Neville said... Read more » The post Resort Planners, Tourism Director Talk Population As Comp Plan Update Begins appeared first on...READ POST.

WEST OCEAN CITY– The future of Diakonia’s long-planned expansion is in jeopardy following a decision by county officials last week.Supporters of Diakonia are exploring all options in the wake of the Worcester County Commissioners’ decision not to approve Diakonia’s plan to acquire sewer capacity from the Town of Ocean City. The nonprofit, which has provided... Read more » The post Diakonia Officials Exploring Options Following County Sewer Decision appeared first...READ POST.

BERLIN– A lifelong Berlin resident known for his devotion to the Berlin Little League and dedication to preserving the town’s historic architecture is this year’s recipient of the Berlin Award.Town officials honored Norman “Nornie” Bunting with the Berlin Award Thursday night at the Berlin Chamber of Commerce Annual Installation and Awards Dinner. Bunting, whose win... Read more » The post Berlin Award Returns; Nornie Bunting Honored As 2023 Recipient...READ POST.

Larry Joseph Pizza, Jr. BERLIN — Larry Joseph Pizza, Jr., age 72, of Mystic Harbour, passed away on Monday, Dec. 11, 2023, at Tidal Health Peninsula Regional in Salisbury. He was the son of the late Larry J. Pizza, Sr. and Kathryn Mae Pizza. He is survived by his loving wife, Kimberly Pizza, and his... Read more » The post Obituaries – January 19, 2024 appeared first on News Ocean City Maryland Coast Dispatch Newspaper. ...READ POST.

Ocean City was a seasonal small town in 1946. The season ran from Memorial Day to Labor Day. It was said you could fire a cannon down Baltimore Avenue after Labor Day and not hit a single soul.The Boardwalk ended at 15th Street and Coastal Highway and was only one lane north and one lane south.... Read more » The post Vanishing Ocean City With Bunk Mann – January 19, 2024 appeared first on News Ocean City Maryland Coast Dispatch Newspaper. ...READ POST.

OCEAN CITY – Resort officials have appointed a new planning and community development director.Last week, the Mayor and Council voted to appoint George M. Bendler as the new director of planning and community development for the Town of Ocean City.“I am pleased to make a recommendation to the Mayor and Council to appoint George Bendler... Read more » The post OC Names New Planning Director appeared first on News Ocean City Maryland Coast Dispatch Newspaper. ...READ POST.

A 4-3 vote by the Worcester County Commissioners has jeopardized the future of a 42-unit affordable housing project operated by Diakonia.Diakonia’s current facility on Old Bridge Road can no longer meet the needs of the growing local population of homeless and livelihood-stressed individuals who need help getting back on their feet. At a new site... Read more » The post Diakonia Project Merits Exception appeared first on News Ocean City Maryland Coast Dispatch Newspaper. ...READ POST.

OCEAN CITY – Resort officials this week voted to approve a terms sheet for this year’s Race World Offshore Boat Race, which will be supported by a $110,000 contribution from Ocean City.On Tuesday, the Mayor and Council had before them a terms sheet for the Race World Offshore (RWO) Boat Race, to be held June... Read more » The post OC Council OK’s Powerboat Racing Event For June 7-9 appeared first on News Ocean City Maryland Coast Dispatch Newspaper. ...READ POST.

It was a pleasant surprise to see the Worcester County Commissioners vote 5-2 to explore implementing a public comment period at its meetings. Making the motion was Commissioner Joe Mitrecic and supporting the effort to seek a public comment mechanism at their meetings were Commissioners Caryn Abbott, Ted Elder, Eric Fiori and Diana Purnell. Opposed... Read more » The post Thoughts From The Publisher’s Desk – January 19, 2024 appeared first on News Ocean City Maryland Coast Dispatch...READ POST.

The board members of the Republican Women of Worcester County held their holiday luncheon celebration at the Atlantic Hotel in Berlin in December. The post RWWC Held Holiday Luncheon Celebration appeared first on News Ocean City Maryland Coast Dispatch Newspaper. ...READ POST.

Captain’s Table 410-289-7192 15th & Boardwalk In The Courtyard Marriott Fridays & Saturdays: Phil Perdue on PianoCoins Pub 410-289-3100 28th St. Plaza On Coastal Hwy. Saturday, Jan. 20: DJ Giddy Up, Beach BanditsCork Bar Wicomico St., Downtown O.C. Saturday, Jan. 20: Cultured SwineCrabcake Factory Bayside 302-988-5000 37314 Lighthouse Rd., Rte. 54 Selbyville, DE Friday, Jan.... Read more » The post Who’s Playing When & Where – January 19, 2024 appeared first on News...READ POST.

OCEAN CITY – A public hearing is expected to give expert witnesses an opportunity to testify on the local impacts of offshore wind.On Saturday, Jan. 20, Congressman Andy Harris will hold a public hearing on the effects of offshore wind. Harris said he, along with New Jersey Congressmen Jeff Van Drew and Chris Smith, will... Read more » The post Congressman To Host Offshore Wind Hearing appeared first on News Ocean City Maryland Coast Dispatch Newspaper. ...READ POST.

Hotel RenamingOCEAN CITY – Blue Water, a leader in hospitality, is proud to unveil its plans for the transformation of its iconic property, the Atlantic Oceanfront Inn in Ocean City.The inn, now named the SeaLoft Oceanfront Hotel, is set to emerge as a premier destination following an extensive multi-million-dollar renovation.The SeaLoft Oceanfront Hotel, a 60-room property along... Read more » The post A Week In Business – January 19, 2024 appeared first on News Ocean...READ POST.

Every Monday: TOPS Meeting 5-6:30 p.m. Atlantic General Hospital, Berlin. Take Off Pounds Sensibly is a support group promoting weight loss and maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Call Rose 443-880-8444.Every Monday: Bridge Games Are you interested in joining others for a game of Bridge at the Ocean City 50+ Senior Center? If so, please call or... Read more » The post Things To Do Around Town – January 19, 2024 appeared first on News Ocean City Maryland Coast Dispatch Newspaper. ...READ POST.

BERLIN – The following represents a collection of press releases recently received announcing local students’ achievements in college. Connor Hudson of Berlin has been named to the Southern New Hampshire University‘s Fall 2023 President’s List. The fall terms run from September to December. Mercer University recently announced the President’s List and Dean’s List for the... Read more » The post Announcements – January 19, 2024 appeared first on...READ POST.

Tax Relief Needed For Middle ClassEditor:When I first starting to pay my taxes in the 60’s we could deduct all interest payments. Credit was difficult to get, unlike now. Now credit easy is to get but the interest rates are higher than what loan sharks got arrested for back then and cannot be deducted. With the... Read more » The post Voices From The Readers – January 19, 2024 appeared first on News Ocean City Maryland Coast Dispatch Newspaper. ...READ POST.

The TidalHealth Foundation recently received a generous donation of $65,000 from the Wilde Charitable Foundation as a contribution to the Graduate Medical Education (GME) campaign to be used in support of TidalHealth’s new Edward Q. Wilgus Community Clinic.  Joining Ryan Wilde, second from right, for the donation to TidalHealth’s GME campaign were, from the left,... Read more » The post Wilde Charitable Foundation Donated to GME Campaign appeared first on News Ocean City...READ POST.

In December Det. Gutkowski, Det. Whitmer and PFC Flower from the Ocean City Police Department presented The CRICKET Center with a generous donation from the Fraternal Order of Police Lodge 10. The post FOP Lodge 10 Donated to CRICKET Center appeared first on News Ocean City Maryland Coast Dispatch Newspaper. ...READ POST.

SNOW HILL – County officials approved a growth allocation request this week that is expected to allow a local campground to expand.The Worcester County Commissioners voted unanimously on Tuesday to reclassify 33 acres from Resource Conservation Area (RCA) to Limited Development Area (LDA). The critical area designation change, which was previously given a favorable recommendation... Read more » The post Campground Expansion Advances appeared first on News Ocean City Maryland Coast...READ POST.

Last month the Pine’eer Craft Club installed new officers, presented thousands in annual donations, and looked ahead to the club’s 50th anniversary in 2024. Since forming in 1974, the Craft Club has donated almost $200,000 to the Ocean Pines community. The post Pine’eer Craft Club Installed New Officers appeared first on News Ocean City Maryland Coast Dispatch Newspaper. ...READ POST.

Felony Vehicle TheftOCEAN CITY – A felony theft charge was filed this month in Ocean City after a Baltimore man took off with a running car without permission.On Jan. 9 around 2 a.m., Ocean City police officers were alerted to an alleged vehicle theft that had occurred from a hotel. Dispatch advised officers the vehicle... Read more » The post Cops & Courts – January 19, 2024 appeared first on News Ocean City Maryland Coast Dispatch Newspaper. ...READ POST.

The netting around an indoor soccer courtWhen rain turns over to snowThe warm confines of a car on a windy dayBible verses that hit homeSports talk radio reactions after a weekend‘The Valhalla Murders’ on NetflixUpsets in the football playoffsA simple breakfastShort drives at nightKids laughing together walking into schoolNBA basketball games in person The post Things I Like – January 19, 2024 appeared first on News Ocean City Maryland Coast Dispatch Newspaper. ...READ POST.

The Atlantic Coast Sportfishing Association (ACSA) presented the 2023 Angler of the Year awards for both ocean and bay at their annual year end banquet. Shown in photo from left to right are John McFalls, secretary of ACSA, Brian Reynolds, 2023 Ocean Angler of the Year and Shaun Flaherty, 2023 Bay Angler of the Year. The post ACSA Presented 2023 Angler of the Year Awards appeared first on News Ocean City Maryland Coast Dispatch Newspaper. ...READ POST.

Hunter and Dylan Simons, founders of Only Positive Stories Inc, and students at Worcester Preparatory School in Berlin, once again supported the local recovery community. They shopped, wrapped and presented Christmas gifts to Tish Ottey, founder of Hope4Recovery and Home4Hope Therapeutic Solutions, Inc. for men in local recovery housing. The post Only Positive Stories Inc. and WPS Students Supported Local Recovery Community appeared first on News Ocean City Maryland Coast Dispatch Newspaper. ...READ POST.

OCEAN PINES – A review of the association’s proposed spending plan highlighted a recent meeting of the Ocean Pines board.Last Thursday, the Ocean Pines Association (OPA) Board of Directors met with association staff to review the proposed budget for fiscal year 2024-2025. General Manager John Viola said the spending plan was created using input from... Read more » The post Ocean Pines Board Reviews FY24-25 Spending Plan appeared first on News Ocean City Maryland Coast Dispatch...READ POST.

SNOW HILL – The county will see about $14 million in additional revenue related to the latest property reassessments.Phil Thompson, the county’s finance officer, provided the Worcester County Commissioners with an update regarding property tax revenues this week. While the state released the information in late December, Thompson said it was important to consider details... Read more » The post County Expects $14M In New Tax Revenue From Assessments appeared first on News Ocean...READ POST.

It’s important for teenagers to understand the concept of their own mortality.It occurs to me we all in different stages of our lives think we are invincible or at a minimum assume we are immune from bad things happening to us. This mindset helps explain why some of us make foolish decisions without a care... Read more » The post The Adventures Of Fatherhood – January 19, 2024 appeared first on News Ocean City Maryland Coast Dispatch Newspaper. ...READ POST.

BERLIN — The winners of the annual Assateague Island Superintendent’s Award and the Assateague Island Safety Award were recently announced.The Superintendent’s Award is given to an employee or employees who have performed “above and beyond” during the previous year. The Safety Award is given to an employee who has made a major contribution to the... Read more » The post Assateague Island Announces Annual Award Winners appeared first on News Ocean City...READ POST.

OCEAN CITY – Ocean City Jeep Week will return this year, but on a different weekend.On Tuesday, the Ocean City Council voted to approve the return of Ocean City Jeep Week, scheduled for May 9-12, 2024. Applicant Amanda Cropper, representing OC4WD, said the change of date is just one change meant to boost participation in... Read more » The post Ocean City Jeep Week Approved For New May Date appeared first on News Ocean City Maryland Coast Dispatch Newspaper. ...READ POST.

ARIES (March 21 to April 19): You might be hurt by a colleague’s harsh criticism, but don’t let it shake your confidence in what you’re trying to achieve. A more positive aspect starts to appear by week’s end.TAURUS (April 20 to May 20): You’re torn between your sensible self and the part of you that... Read more » The post What’s Your Sign? – January 19, 2024 appeared first on News Ocean City Maryland Coast Dispatch Newspaper. ...READ POST.

SNOW HILL – Diakonia will not be able get sewer capacity from the Town of Ocean City following a decision by county officials this week.On Tuesday, a motion in front of the Worcester County Commissioners to support the nonprofit Diakonia’s plan to use sewer capacity from Ocean City for a new facility on Route 611... Read more » The post Divided Commission Votes Against OC’s Sewer Offer To Diakonia; Expanded Transitional Housing Project’s Future In Jeopardy appeared...READ POST.

SNOW HILL – The county will see about $14 million in additional revenue related to the latest property reassessments.Phil Thompson, the county’s finance officer, provided the Worcester County Commissioners with an update regarding property tax revenues this week. While the state released the information in late December, Thompson said it was important to consider details... Read more » The post County Expects $14M Jump In Property Tax Revenue From OC Assessment Boom appeared...READ POST.

SNOW HILL– The county will see about $14 million in additional revenue related to the latest property reassessments.Phil Thompson, the county’s finance officer, provided the Worcester County Commissioners with an update regarding property tax revenues this week. While the state released the information in late December, Thompson said it was important to consider details beyond... Read more » The post County Officials Discuss Increase In Property Tax Revenue appeared first on...READ POST.

SNOW HILL– The Worcester County Commissioners this week voted 5-2 to find a way to work public comments into their meetings.While some expressed interest in one-on-one communication with constituents rather than public comments during meetings, the majority of the commissioners voted to develop a method to accept public comment going forward.“I think it’s time we... Read more » The post Commissioners Vote 5-2 To Incorporate Public Comment Into Meetings appeared first on...READ POST.