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BERLIN • NORTH WORCESTER COUNTY• OCEAN PINES
Town council contest has one race left Tyndall returned as mayor, Orris remains unopposed
PHOTO COURTESY OCEAN PINES ASSOCIATION
Eighty-year-old Lester Mason is pictured during his ride with Ocean City Cruzers Club President Ronnie Young in a 1929 Ford Roadster.
Twilight Wish gives pair a lift Foundation grants clients of developmental center opportunity to enjoy cars (Sept. 5, 2024) Two Ocean Pines women made the dreams of two local seniors come true last Wednesday, thanks to the Twilight Wish Foundation. Lester Mason, 80, and Chauncey Corbin, 70, have each been clients of the Worcester County Developmental Center for several decades. The center, in Newark has helped local people with intellectual disabilities find meaningful employment, gain independence, and increase their selfworth since 1973. Mason, a WCDC resident for more than 30 years, can often be seen carrying a picture book of his favorite cars. Corbin, a resident at the center since 1999, also loves cars, but was
never able to get his driver’s license because of an intellectual disability. Both enjoy the Cruisin’ Ocean City event where they can interact with classic cars, especially the hot rods. Last Wednesday, Worcester County Twilight Wish Foundation Chapter Director Carolyn Dryzga and volunteer Barb Peletier introduced Mason and Corbin to Ocean City Cruzers Club President Ronnie Young – and his 1929 Ford Roadster. Mason took a 10-minute ride in the classic hot rod and posed for pictures next to it. Corbin was a little shy, but still enjoyed touching the car and meeting Young. Several clients posed for pictures with the car, and Mason and Corbin each received t-shirts, and certificates that read, “For Maintaining an Inspiring and Uplifting Spirit and Dedication to Others. Know that others remember and care”
The Roadster itself has quite the history, built by Young and his father and brother more than 70 years ago. “It was built from scratch,” Young said. “My brother bought it in 1953, and when he went in the Marines my dad started on it with me, and it eventually moved on to me and I’ve kept it ever since,” he said. Young said building the car was a labor of love, and seeing it bring joy to others so many years later is deeply gratifying. “It’s terrific. I’m glad I could do this for somebody,” he said. “I’m really glad I could help somebody out and help them make a wish come true.” Dryzga started the Worcester County chapter of the Twilight Foundation in March. The chapter worked with WCDC to grant a client’s wish to See VOLUNTEERS Page 7
By Tara Fischer Staff Writer (Sept. 5, 2024) With the filing deadline for town office passing last Friday, Berlin Mayor Zack Tyndall and Councilman Jack Orris have unofficially been re-elected, while Council member Shaneka Nichols faces a familiar challenger for her second council term. On Tuesday, Oct. 1, town residents will cast ballots in the municipal election for mayor and council members in District 2 and District 3. The four-year Shaneka Nichols terms of Mayor Zack Tyndall, Councilmember Jack Orris (District 2), and Councilmember Shaneka Nichols (District 3) have expired. The three incumbents have opted Daniel Packey to defend their seats, and all but Nichols are running unopposed. The only actual election will be in District 3 where voters will decide between Nichols and challenger Daniel Packey, whom she beat in 2020. Nichols captured 199 votes to take over the position left vacant by Elroy Brittingham, who retired from public office after 32 years. Packey, who was new to Berlin then, received 41 ballots. Special Projects Administrator Kate Daub said the write-in candidate deadline is Tuesday, Sept. 24, at 4:30 p.m. These individuals will not appear on the printed ballot. This deadline is only thing standing between Tyndall securing his second term as mayor and Orris earning his second See NICHOLS Page 6
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