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OC’s health insurance costs spike again, leaders worried By Steve Green Executive Editor (Oct. 16, 2026) Ocean City government is facing a nearly $1.8 million increase in employee health insurance costs in 2027, mostly because of a sharp rise in expensive medical claims, prescription drug spending and hospital costs. According to a presentation prepared by benefits consultant Bolton Associates for the mayor and City Council's Oct. 13 work session, the city's combined medical, prescription drug and vision insurance rates are expected to increase 16.5% next year. Dental insurance costs will rise 3.2%, bringing the overall blended increase to 15.9%. The projected $1.77 million increase in spending will be shared between the city and employees, with Ocean City responsible for approximately 80%, or $1.4 million. The increases come despite negotiations that reduced CareFirst's initial proposed 18.7% increase to 16.5%. For Ocean City’s workforce, last year’s health insurance premium increased by 19%. In 2025, the increase was 9% compared to 4% in 2024 and 0% in 2023. The most significant factor driving the increase is a dramatic rise in highcost medical claims, according to Human Resources Director Katie Callan. During the 12-month period ending in August 2026, 37 individuals had medical claims exceeding $50,000, generating nearly $7.75 million in expenses. Those claims accounted for 59.1% of total medical and prescription drug spending, compared with 51.8% the previous year. The cost of those large claims has increased substantially in recent years. During the 2021-22 reporting period, 17 individuals generated approximately $1.67 million in claims exceeding $50,000. One claim exceeded $1 million alone. Overall medical spending per covered member increased 37.2% during the most recent reporting period, while prescription drug spending rose 22.4%. Hospital inpatient admission and readmission costs increased 96.8%, while ambulatory surgical center costs jumped 80.6%. Primary care and specialist costs increased 6.1%.
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The city's consultant identified high-cost claims and associated stoploss insurance expenses as the primary reasons for the proposed premium increases. Stop-loss insurance helps protect the insured from catastrophic or unpredictable losses. Ocean City's recent insurance increases have also significantly exceeded national trends. The town experienced negotiated medical and prescription drug increases of 9.3% in 2025 and 18.4% in 2026. The proposed 16.5% increase for 2027 compares with a projected national trend of 10.4% for similar plans. “Why are we 6% higher than the national average?” Council President Matt James asked. Callan responded, “It’s a bit of a broken record from last year,” adding, inpatient admissions and readmission increased by 97%. Councilman John Gehrig said the recent trend in rising health insurance is a concern. “We are in a trend. We are in four years of increases … at some point, we need to consider our options if this (increase) is going to be persistent. … If this is more and more chronic, that’s not good news,” Gehrig said. “Do we expect this to continue?” Bolton Senior Financial Analyst Joshua Weaver answered, “I would say for the most part every 3-5 years we expect to see these large jumps but the large recurring claims, it’s tough to predict.” Gehrig asked if the government has considered consortiums with other governments to try and broker better prices. James said, “I would agree we should definitely look into this, it’s a huge increase.” Over the past three years, the city's negotiated increases have averaged 14.7%, compared with a national average of 9.3%. Under the recommended renewal, Ocean City would remain with CareFirst for medical, prescription drug and vision coverage and SunLife for dental coverage. Employees would also see higher payroll deductions. For example, an emSee EMPLOYEE Page 6
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Continued from Page 3 ployee enrolled in the high-deductible health plan with individual coverage would pay $54.82 every two weeks, an increase of $7.51. An employee with three-person coverage under the traditional PPO plan would pay $333.31 biweekly, an increase of $45.98. The city would continue covering the full deductible for employees enrolled in its high-deductible health plan. Those deductibles will increase to $1,750 for individuals and $3,500 for families in 2027 to comply with federal requirements. One bright spot is the town's Medicare Advantage prescription drug plan, which will see no premium increase in 2027. Under an existing agreement, increases for that plan also will be capped at 8% in 2028. The town's current insurance funding arrangement also presents financial concerns. Under the modified retrospective system, Ocean City can recover money when claims are lower than expected but must cover shortfalls when expenses exceed projections. After years of generally favorable results, the city experienced deficits in 2023 and 2024. Through August 2026, the plan was running approximately $116,837 over budget, potentially leaving the city responsible for additional costs next year. Callan and Weaver recommended maintaining the existing funding arrangement while continuing to monitor large medical claims and pursuing case management opportunities to control expenses. The council voted 6-0 upon a motion by Gehrig and a second by Council member Carol Proctor to accept the staff recommendation. Included in the council packet was a further dive into the “Top 5 Dominant Episodes” driving costs with the plan. They were hypertension essential, $1.2 million; chemotherapy encounters, $802,398; Uncategorized, $798,038; diabetes, $639,613; and coronary artery disease, $488,859.
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OC will consider free bus fares for town’s residents By Bethany Hooper Associate Editor (Oct. 16, 2026) At the request of a resident, Ocean City officials last week agreed to explore complimentary bus passes for those who call Ocean City home. At the end of the Oct. 5 regular meeting, Ocean City resident Martin Branigan came before the Ocean City Council to pitch the idea of a complimentary resident bus pass. He argued that some of the tourism dollars the city has collected could be used to benefit its citizens. “Tourists should not receive all the benefits of tourism money,” he said. “I would like this council to seriously, seriously consider throwing this favor towards the citizenry.” Last year, another Ocean City resident came before the City Council with a request. While the city currently offers a $7, two-year bus pass for Ocean City residents ages 60 and older, he asked that the city extend a similar bus pass to other residents. However, discussions were shelved at the committee level. Earlier this year, members of the Ocean City Transportation Committee agreed to take no further action on the matter, arguing that the $4 ride-all-day passes were “a good deal” and helped to fund the city’s bus service. Last week, Branigan told the City Council he was seeking a free bus pass for Ocean City citizens. While he argued that he would receive no benefit from the complimentary passes, others would. “We take the bus two days a year. We go to Sunfest and we go to Springfest. That’s it,” he said. “But others use it to go to work, to go for doctor’s appointments. They use it almost daily. I hope that this small dent to our town budget would be looked upon in a sincere manner.” For his part, Councilman John Gehrig acknowledged that the issue had been tossed around in previous years. He added that Branigan’s request could be revisited. “We’ll have a new council coming up soon, so we can discuss it again,” he said. “It goes right in there with parking as well, which we’ve discussed for residents. So that can be a topic in the future.” Council President Matt James noted that the transportation committee had explored the possibility of a residential bus pass program, but questioned its cost. Councilwoman Carol Proctor, a committee member, said that the program was estimated to cost more than $300 per person per year. “We can certainly bring it back and get you those numbers from the transportation committee,” City Manager Terry McGean added. “We also have to be careful with what we’re allowed to do based on the grants we get from the MTA and the FTA.”
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Misleading online graphic falsely cites five incidents By Steve Green Executive Editor (Oct. 16, 2026) Ocean City officials confirmed one fatality on Baltimore Avenue from last weekend, as the police department also warned residents a chart circulating on social media listing major incidents was created by artificial intelligence and is wrong. According to Ocean City Police Deputy Communications Manager Ashley Miller, the chart purports to summarize traffic-related incidents from Oct. 9-10. The problem, however, is that it includes information going back several years. “The Ocean City Police Department is aware of an AI-generated chart circulating on social media titled ‘Public Safety Overview: Ocean City Traffic Incidents,’” Miller said. “While the chart presents itself as a summary of traffic incidents from October 9–10, 2026, it does not accurately reflect the incidents that occurred this past weekend.” Miller said the chart’s creator prompted artificial intelligence to “spell out collision info from this past weekend.” However, of the eight incidents listed, only three occurred during the specified weekend, according to police data. The remaining incidents and descriptions were pulled from social media accounts reporting police scan-
ner activity over several years. “Presenting old information alongside current incidents to create a misleading picture of public safety is irresponsible, whether intentional or not,” Miller said. “When information appears in a chart or graphic, it can look official and factual. That does not make it accurate.” This reporter reached out to Miller after reviewing the chart. Police reviewed several incidents included in the chart and identified inaccuracies. A collision on Inlet Isle Lane occurred earlier this year and was handled by Maryland State Police. A fatal pedestrian incident listed at 22nd Street was actually a fatal collision from 2019 during Bike Week at 21st Street and Baltimore Avenue. An incident on Middleway Lane did occur over the weekend and involved a minor collision between a trailer and a pedestrian. The pedestrian refused emergency medical treatment. Police also disputed a reported incident at 85th Street, noting that while several pedestrian collisions have occurred in that area over the years, none have been reported there this year. Other incidents included in the chart occurred June 29, 2025, at 32nd Street and July 3, 2023, at 120th Street.
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Downtown OC car wreck kills driver, passenger treated Among the actual incidents over the weekend was a fatal single-vehicle collision early Saturday, Oct. 10, at 15th Street and Baltimore Avenue. According to police, officers responded around 1:27 a.m. after a vehicle traveling south on Baltimore Avenue struck the median and overturned. The driver was ejected and pronounced dead at the scene. A passenger sustained injuries that were not life-threatening and was transported to TidalHealth Peninsula. Delmarva Power and a Town of Ocean City electrician responded to assess damage to power lines caused by the collision. Baltimore Avenue between 14th Street and 16th Street was closed for approximately three hours while the department’s Traffic Safety Unit conducted a collision reconstruction investigation. The investigation remains ongoing. Miller urged residents and visitors to verify information before sharing or commenting on social media posts, particularly those involving public safety. “We encourage residents, visitors, and our entire community to factcheck before sharing content online,” Miller said. “If a post raises questions or concerns about public safety in Ocean City, go directly to the source.” She encouraged the public to consult official Ocean City Police Department and city communications rather than relying exclusively on AI-generated graphics, unverified social media posts or police scanner accounts. “Our community deserves facts, not misleading impressions,” Miller said. “Think critically, verify the source, and help stop misinformation from spreading.” The misinformation concerns come as police continue reviewing activity associated with the annual Endless Summer Cruisin’ event. Miller did confirm Ocean City again saw an increase in car enthusiasts who are not registered participants. “The Ocean City Police Department has seen an uptick in non-registered car enthusiasts attending both Cruisin’ OC and Endless Summer Cruisin’ events over the last few years,” Miller said. “This year in particular seemed to attract modified pickup trucks and sports cars like Mustangs, Chargers, and Corvettes.” Miller said these individuals frequently congregate in shopping centers on the resort’s north end, particularly between 118th and 120th streets. Statistics from this year’s Endless Summer Cruisin’ event are still being compiled by the department’s crime analyst. Miller said Police Chief Ray Austin is expected to present the findings at an upcoming City Council meeting.
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Federal grant for Berlin skate park By Tara Fischer Staff Writer (Oct. 15, 2026) The dream of a skate park in Berlin took a major step forward last week after the project was awarded a grant for nearly $500,000 to bring total funding for construction to 80% of what is required. Tony Weeg, the Berlin Town Council’s new District 4 representative and founder of the non-profit We Heart Berlin, announced on Facebook last week that the federal Land and Water Conservation Fund awarded the skate park $487,500. “This is basically 50% of the base cost for the skate park and puts us at 80% total, which is a dream come true,” Weeg told OC Today-Dispatch on Monday.
The good news comes just months after the announcement of another hefty grant for the skate park. In August, project leaders announced it had received $300,000 through the Maryland Department of Natural Resources’ Community Parks and Playgrounds Program. With these grants, the skate park project, to be built in Heron Park is closing in on the $975,000 it needs to begin construction. Project leaders will seek contributions and in-kind donations from local businesses and community members to bring in the remaining $142,500. “The reality is, some of that is going to be coming in the form of donations of work and dirt and rocks and other things like that,” Weeg said. “Compa-
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nies have already sort of offered to give us some breaks. “So, it’s sort of a rough number that we need to raise at the end, but at this point, any extra will go towards lighting and sail shade and extra concrete.” The Salisbury-based Parker & Associates, for instance, has donated a stormwater and topographical survey. Weeg said a few other private donors have told him they would contribute up to $25,000 each. The We Heart Berlin founder added that he also plans to ask the Humphreys Foundation about the possibility of financial support. Weeg said features such as shade sails and lighting may not be included in the project until a second round of funding takes place. Even so, they aren’t necessary for an operational skating campus, he said. “I’ve got some guys who are going to donate some of these things, and they’re going to get us at cost pricing for these things,” Weeg said. “So, it’s sort of hard to nail down the pricing … Maybe $150,000 for lights. For shade sail, it can’t be more than $50,000. It can’t be much. And neither of those things are required for us to open.” A skatepark for Berlin has been in the works since 2022. At that time, Spohn Ranch, a Los Angeles-based skateboard park designand-build company, was hired to create concept plans. The park will cover about 14,000 to 16,000 square feet and will be located adjacent to the space planned for the town’s new public works building at Heron Park. Skaters will have access to elements such as a bowl, quarter pipes, a pump track, amphitheater steps, a hipped bank, a grind ledge, an A-frame bank, a slappy curb. A landscape area is also planned. In spring 2025, Public Works Director Jimmy Charles and We Heart Berlin representatives walked through the future park’s site and noted the structure’s dimensions. Spohn Ranch will soon add Berlin’s skate park to its official schedule. Weeg hopes Berlin skaters can hit the bowl sometime next year without straying too far from home. “2027 is when we’re going to have a skateboard park,” he said.
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Ocean City Mayor Rick Meehan, who has been an elected official in town since 1985, is being challenged by current Council President Matt James, who was elected to the council in 2014.
Mayoral candidates tackle Ocean City issues at forum By Brian Shane Staff Writer (Oct. 16, 2026) Ocean City Council President Matt James accused Mayor Rick Meehan of “political pandering” at a candidates' forum Monday night, criticizing the incumbent for a campaign pledge unveiled weeks before the election to restore Boardwalk tram service. The exchange was among the sharper moments of an otherwise civil forum at the Ocean City Elks Lodge, where the two mayoral candidates fielded questions about public safety, leadership, tourism, and the proposed sports complex. The two-hour Q&A was hosted by the city firefighters’ union, IAFF Local 4269. About 125 people attended. City Council candidates Larry Noccolino and Wayne Johnson also attended and fielded many of the same questions. Council candidates Billy Apostolou and Carol Proctor, a firstterm incumbent, did not attend. James, 33, is a three-term councilman who’s been council president for six years. When elected in 2014 at age 21, he was the town’s youngest-ever elected official. Meehan, 77, is the resort’s longestserving mayor, having taken office in 2006. Before that he’d been a member of the City Council since 1985 and served as council president since 1990. Boardwalk tram Forum moderator Stewart Dobson, editor of the OC Today-Dispatch newspaper, asked candidates if they support restoring Boardwalk tram service. Resort officials ended the amenity’s 60year run a year ago after a two-year-old child was struck and killed the prior summer by a Jeep pulling a tram. Meehan said bringing back the tram is the topic about which he’s received the most emails from the public. He also said Boardwalk businesses have told him losing the tram has hurt their bottom line. The mayor suggested a scaled-down service could be franchised to private operators, similar to the pedicab introduced over Memorial Day weekend. “I think if we bring back that can-
do attitude, and we do what the public really wants, and we find the right way to do it, we should do it,” Meehan said. James said he supported bringing back the tram if a safe solution was presented. He noted that city staff had studied alternatives before council members opted to take no action because of the risk. He also said the mayor had not pursued the issue during nearly 100 council meetings since the accident on Aug. 20, 2024. “This is political pandering at its worst,” James said. “The mayor bringing up that he wants to bring back trams a month before a contested election, he's just looking for votes.” Meehan responded that he raised the issue because residents had repeatedly asked him about restoring Boardwalk transportation. Sports complex Both mayoral candidates support a proposed youth sports complex, although they acknowledged obstacles involving its location, funding, and community support. James said the issue comes down to finding a Worcester County landowner willing to part with about 150 acres for an indoor-outdoor facility. He said the project would also need the support of state lawmakers to secure more than $100 million in state funding. The town’s plan to acquire a 193-acre property near Berlin collapsed this summer amid objections from neighbors who said they had not been consulted. James said early community support would be critical before bringing proposals back to the sports complex task force, which had not considered the most recent land deal. Meehan said a sports complex could generate more year-round tourism business for Ocean City, which has the infrastructure to accommodate travel sports teams and their families. He called for a “reset” on the project to include a new round of studies and bringing newly elected council memSee MEEHAN Page 18
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Meehan, James talk affordability and public safety Continued from Page 16 bers up to speed after the election. “Let's do a better job, once we identify a property, of working with the neighbors and the people in that area before a presentation is made. Let's find out what the issues are and how we can resolve them, if we can, before we move forward,” Meehan said. “I truly believe,” he added, “that once we build something like this, everybody's gonna look back five years later and say, ‘Why didn't you do this before?’” Affordability Candidates were asked to address rising costs in Ocean City for both tourists and year-round residents. When asked what city government could do to ease the rising cost of living, Meehan pointed to Ocean City's zero-percent homestead assessment cap, relatively low municipal property taxes, and municipal services. “When you really look at the cost, property taxes, I think what you have in Ocean City is an excellent deal. Property is just expensive, and that is hard to get beyond,” the mayor said. James said he supported the homestead cap and would consider expanding the town's property reinvestment program, which offers building-per-
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mit fee waivers and rebates for residential construction and renovations. “Some people look at the visitors as an us-versus-them,” James said. “Your taxes are able to stay relatively low for the services that you receive because of our tourism base and the industry in Ocean City.” Rising hotel room rates came up during a discussion about the proposed sports complex and whether traveling teams and their families could afford to stay in Ocean City. James, a vice president and managing partner in his family’s hotel business, said room rates are lower during
the offseason, when many youth sports tournaments would take place. “We don't necessarily need the sports tourism business in July and August,” he said. Meehan, a Realtor, said hoteliers understand that lower room rates for group bookings could be balanced by the volume and consistency of activity at the sports complex. “They have to be competitive, too,” he said. “They have to be good partners.” Leadership styles While Ocean City's mayor serves as the town's chief elected representative, the mayor cannot vote on council decisions but can veto them – a power Meehan said he's exercised only a handful of times in 20 years. The resort’s longest-serving mayor, Meehan said the role amounts to being the “official spokesperson” for Ocean City. He pointed to relationships built during his time in the role, particularly in Annapolis. James called for a change in the mayor's office, citing his 12 years on the City Council and his business experience. When moderator Stewart Dobson pointedly asked James why he would give up the council presidency – “the most powerful job in local government,” as Dobson described it – James said it came down to his confidence in current and prospective council members. “Obviously, yes, I'm running for mayor to change the composition of
City Hall,” he said. “I think I will do a great job representing Ocean City moving forward.” Meehan recalled accompanying former mayors Roland “Fish” Powell and Jim Mathias to Annapolis to learn the ropes of navigating state government. He said “nobody” on the council had ever explicitly asked to accompany him in recent years. James responded that he had been on trips to Annapolis with Meehan, adding, “I'm not sure if you forgot that.” He said that “a good leader would've invited council members” and pledged to include the council on future Annapolis excursions if elected. Firefighters and staffing James, who served with the Ocean City Volunteer Fire Company from 2006 to 2022, including as a lieutenant, said firehouse staffing would remain his top public safety priority. He emphasized recruiting and retaining qualified employees, while Meehan emphasized competitive salaries and benefits. One audience question raised concerns about whether fire stations meet national minimum staffing standards. James proposed comparing staffing studies by the town and firefighters' union, while Meehan called for reviewing the findings and addressing any documented shortfalls.
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By Bethany Hooper Associate Editor (Oct. 16, 2026) The owner and crew of a local production company are celebrating after winning awards at a Tokyo film festival for their documentary on the making of the OC Rock & Ride motorcycle rally. Last year, producer Dave Messick and his crew at Unscene Productions spent nine days following promoter Matt Odachowski and the Royal Plus team as they worked around the clock to save Ocean City Bike Week. And in the two months that followed, the production company took more than 60 hours of material to produce the short documentary “The Making of OC Rock & Ride.” Now, the producer and his team are reaping the fruits of their labor, taking home silver awards for best short documentary and best cinematography at the Tokyo Film Awards. “If I'm able to produce quality product in Ocean City, where I live, and Ocean City gets seen outside of where I live, it’s a win-win …,” Messick said. “It’s good for tourism, our economy, for people who want to learn something about Ocean City.” In 2025, after receiving the City Council’s blessing to take over the annual motorcycle rally, Odachowski hired Unscene Productions to film the event, from start to finish. But what started as a promotional video for Odachowski’s company soon turned into a 24-minute documentary. “It was one of those things that once we got through it we knew we had something with more substance than a simple commercial …,” Messick recalled. “His story just made sense, so we spoke and said let’s do something bigger.” Messick was there from the beginning, when the first trucks rolled into Ocean City, to the end, as crews dismantled the event venues. With a documentary in hand, Messick submitted his company’s work to various film festivals, including the Frederick Film Festival and the OC Film Festival, where it won the audience choice award. And while he is waiting to hear back from other festivals, Unscene Productions can now add two more awards to its collection. “I don’t really care about the limelight …,” Messick said of his company’s Tokyo Film Awards wins. “But I think it’s big for Matt and Bike Week and what they are trying to do. It’s exciting to know another country watched something we did here in Ocean City.” The film was edited by Simona Calin, shot by Messick, Matt McQueeney and Quinn Ebaugh, executive produced by Matt and Tyler Odachowski, produced by Messick and Kevin Chmielewski and co-produced by Jason Ortt.
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Car horn reveals fentanyl Ocean City Police charged a Salisbury man with drug possession after finding him passed out in the front seat of his car while his car horn continued to blare. Just before midnight on Oct. 13, police on patrol heard a car horn sounding for “an extended period of time.” Officers didn’t think it was a car alarm. They responded to the gravel parking lot on Worcester Street, according to court documents. Police found 30-year-old Lemond Lydell Williams, Jr., leaned back in the driver’s seat of his 2024 Kia sedan with his knee on the steering wheel, with the driver’s door open. Police described Williams as snoring, drooling, and unresponsive to the continuous sound of his own car horn. An officer woke the lethargic and disoriented Williams. Officers reported finding two plastic straws and a baggie with powdery residue. A search of the vehicle located additional baggies with powdery residue, and several rolled-up dollar bills. Officers also located a fixed-blade knife next to the driver’s seat. Police reported the substance found was consistent with fentanyl.
Loaded handgun, drugs A broken taillight led Ocean City Police to charge a Delaware woman with carrying a loaded handgun in her car.
Officers stopped Felicia Gail Hubbard, 28, of Georgetown, around 11:40 p.m. on Oct 5. at 65th Street and Coastal Highway. They pulled her over in a 2004 Ford Ranger because the taillight was broken and covered in clear tape. In a search, police located a pill bottle containing suspected Ritalin, and small plastic baggies with white power residue. She told police the pills belonged to her daughter and admitted also to having a bowl for cannabis. Police located a purse on the front seat containing a holstered and loaded 9mm handgun, for which Hubbard did not have a carry permit. Officers also reported finding an open container of Twisted Tea Extreme in the car, though a standard field sobriety test did not lead police to believe Hubbard was intoxicated, court documents show. She faces drug possession charges, four weapons charges including having a loaded handgun in a vehicle, and four other traffic charges.
Burnout bust finds gun Police found a loaded gun in a Pennsylvania man’s truck after officers caught him doing a burnout for a cheering uptown Ocean City crowd. It happened around 11 p.m. on Oct. 10. Police officers on bicycle patrol saw Chase Montgomery Baugher, 21, of Dallastown, Pa., driving a 2014 Ford F-350 at 118th Street. He was stopped in the left lane at 118th Street with two juve-
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Warrant arrest and drugs A police response to a domestic issue in north Ocean City led officers to arrest a Delaware man for drug possession. Officers responded to a reported suicidal person at 146th Street around 2:30 am on Oct. 7. A female called told police that her boyfriend was suicidal. Police determined that the woman and her boyfriend, Jason M. Powell, 42, of Selbyville, had an Aug. 19 run-in with police, where Powell had been charged with property destruction and had a warrant out for his arrest. Police tracked Powell to a 145th Street hotel, where he was arrested and denied any suicidal ideations. Powell told police he didn’t have any drugs on him, and a search turned up no evidence. However, when he was being booked at the police station, Powell removed a heroin wax fold from his pocket
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Gun recovered after stop Ocean City Police arrested a suspected drunken driver who was later found to have a gun in the car. An officer on DUI patrol spotted Casai Pierre Jackson, 32, of Newark, Del., swerving and speeding while behind the wheel of a 2018 Honda Civic. The policeman followed Jackson heading south on Philadelphia Avenue where he was pulled over at 7th Street. Jackson reportedly responded to the officer’s inquiries with mumbles and slurred words, according to charging documents. The officer also found two bottles of liquor in the car. Police reported recording Jackson’s blood-alcohol concentration at .17 using a breath test. A search of Jackson’s car following his detention turned up a loaded 9mm handgun, police said. Jackson was charged with three counts of weapons possession, three drunken driving charges, and multiple other traffic charges.
Ashraf Ibrahim, 24, of Woodbridge, was pulled over after being spotted fishtailing and then speeding on northbound Philadelphia Avenue around 12th Street. According to court documents, Ibrahim was driving with Florida plates on his 2020 BMW sedan, which is registered in Virginia. Officers searching his car found the car’s correct Virginia tags as well as another set of Virginia plates. Police seized all three sets. Officers also found a loaded Sig Sauer P365 handgun in plain view on the passenger’s seat. Ibrahim is facing five weapons charges and six traffic charges, including exhibition driving within a special event zone.
Bloody motel altercation Police arrested a local man on assault and theft charges stemming from an altercation at a downtown motel.
It happened around 1 am on Oct. 11. Ocean City Police responded to a fight in progress at a motel off 8th Street and Philadelphia Avenue. Officers learned that three men were involved in a physical altercation with another man. One of the men involved was identified in charging documents as Matthew J. Emond, 45, of Ocean City. Police noted the assault victim had been punched multiple times, to the point where his hair turned red from his head bleeding profusely, according to court documents. Witnesses identified Emond as one of the assailants. Police also reported that, when a female friend of the victim tried to intervene, Emond had allegedly yanked a gold chain off her neck, which police categorized as a theft, court documents also showed. Officers charged Emond with two counts second-degree assault, disorderly conduct, and theft $100 under $1,500.
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Berlin resident admits to openly firing gun 5 times Staff reports (Oct. 16, 2026) Berlin authorities filed charges against a town resident last week for discharging a firearm five times in municipal limits. On Oct. 9, around 9:35 p.m., Berlin Police received 911 multiple calls about gunshots being heard. While responding to the call on Burley Street, an officer said in the statement of charges he heard a “loud bang that was consistent with the sound of a gunshot.” The officer noted it did not sound like fireworks and he did not see any smoke in the air. A resident directed police to a residence on Main Street where police approached Edward H. Hammond III, 57, of Berlin. The town has an ordinance prohibiting shooting any firearm within the municipality. Hammond admitted to firing the gun shots, saying, “I just fired a gun in the air” – while extending his wrists and asking to be arrested multiple times, according to the police report. “I would never do anything that is unsafe,” he said, according to police report. Hammond told police he fired a 12gauge shotgun with “bird training shots” three times. He admitted to firing a .22 caliber firearm two times in the air and was aware it was against town law. The odor of alcohol was detected on Hammond, police said. Authorities received three calls from residents on Burley Street about the fired shots. Police measured the residences to be 265 feet, 160 feet, and 465 feet from Hammond’s shooting location. Route 113 was also noted to be about one quarter mile away from where Hammond fired his weapons. One hour after the shots fired call, Berlin police returned to Hammond’s residence for a noise violation of loud music from his yard. Police noted in their report that his intoxication level was higher at this point than before. Police informed Hammond his music was in violation of the town’s noise limit of 50 feet. The police report noted: “Hammond was intentionally causing this disturbance as what appeared to be a retaliation attempt upon his neighbors for calling the police on him the first time.” Hammond refused to turn the music down until police could confirm he was in violation of the 50-foot noise limit. An officer measured and reported the music could be heard from more than 200 feet. Police charged him with reckless endangerment, discharge of a firearm in town limits, and disturbing the peace. Hammond is well-known in Berlin for posting the “Make Berlin Uncool Again” signs along his property on Main Street. He is also the creator of a parody website that supports an imaginary individual running for town mayor who says he’s in favor of how the town of Berlin used to be.
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Three Worcester schools added to Apple schools list (Oct, 16, 2026) Worcester County Public Schools has announced three schools have been newly recognized as Apple Distinguished Schools (ADS) for 2026–2029 for their commitment to continuous innovation in education and using Apple products to create exemplary learning practices. Cedar Chapel Special School (CCSS), Pocomoke Middle School (PMS), and Worcester Technical High School (WTHS) are the latest schools to earn the ADS distinction, joining six other schools in Worcester County. Of the six existing ADS, Berlin Intermediate School, Pocomoke High School, and Snow Hill High School earned their first recertification in the program for the same period. Apple Distinguished Schools are centers of leadership and educational excellence, with a clear vision for how technology-rich environments support learning goals. In Apple Distinguished Schools, forward-thinking leaders and their communities work to inspire, imagine, and impact teaching and learning, and they have documented results of academic accomplishments. The selection and recertification of these schools as Apple Distinguished Schools highlight the schools’ success as innovators and creators of compelling learning environments that empower students to lead, learn, and thrive, to discover new opportunities, and to make their world a better place. “Celebrating three newly named Apple Distinguished Schools and the first recertification of three others speaks to the creativity and commitment of our educators and students,” said Superintendent of Schools Dr. Annette E. Wallace. “Knowing every child by name, strength, and need means creating opportunities for each student to learn, explore, and share their unique voice. Our educators are using technology to open those doors, helping students become confident creators, critical thinkers, and problem-solvers. These recognitions celebrate that work and challenge us to keep growing so every child has the opportunity to succeed.” The three-year designation of being an Apple Distinguished School comes with the expectations that the schools will continuously innovate and explore cutting-edge opportunities for using technology to design the future of education. Students and staff at all recognized schools will engage with the Apple Education team, along with a worldwide network of school leaders, to investigate and support the integration of new education products, curriculum, and services and inspire others. Schools have the opportunity to renew the recognition during the last year of their recognition term, by demonstrating continued growth in innovative learning with integrated technology.
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By Tara Fischer Staff Writer (Oct. 16, 2026) Craft beer and live folk music are coming to Berlin this Saturday as residents and visitors gather for a German-inspired celebration, Oktoberfest. Berlin has held its own version of the German beer and folk fair for more than 10 years, said Berlin Economic and Community Development Director Ivy Wells, who added that the event has added more regional brews and entertainment options over the past three years. From 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. this Saturday, residents and visitors will find local beer and traditional food such as bratwursts, pretzels and German chocolate cake. The entertainment agenda will include live music and kids’ activities. Wells said the festival’s new additions include pumpkin carving with award-winning artist Nancy Baker and regional band The Lost Lederhosen, who specialize in Oktoberfest and German party music. The Lost Lederhosen will perform at the Main Street stage in front of the Atlantic Hotel. As part of the usual Oktoberfest musical lineup, The Dunehounds will play at The Sterling Tavern stage, sponsored by The Ster-
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ling Tavern. Wells said juggler Cascading Carlos is also set to show off his talents during the event. Beer enthusiasts can keep their drinks cold on Saturday by purchasing a Berlin Oktoberfest-branded stainless steel beer stein. The limitededition mugs, which include two free drink tickets, are $35 and available for advance order. Steins can be picked up at ROWAN Kitchens on Friday from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Attendees can preorder drink tickets for $5 each, good for one beverage. The vouchers can be used to fill up mugs or get a mixed drink and can be found at https://shorecraftbeer.ticketspice.com/2026-berlin-oktoberfest. In the Oktoberfest spirit, the event will feature a Stein Holding Contest where competitors hold a mug of beer in front of their bodies to test shoulder strength and endurance. The winner will receive a $100 gift card. Younger attendees and animal lovers can visit a petting farm, and shop along a sidewalk sale. Oktoberfest will also include a costume contest for both children and adults. The best-dressed adult will earn a $100 gift card to a downtown Berlin business of their choice, while the
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Attendees to last year’s Octoberfest event are pictured on Pitts Street listening to one of the entertainers.
Live music on tap all afternoon youth winner will receive a $50 certificate to World of Toys, Wells said. There is no charge to enter Saturday’s event. Free parking will be available at Berlin Intermediate School, with free trolley transportation into downtown. “Not everyone can make it to
Berlin, Germany, for Oktoberfest, so we’re going to give you the next best thing right here in Berlin, Maryland,” Wells said. “You get the beer, bratwurst, music, and steins, but you also get the charm of our historic downtown, our local businesses, and that unmistakable Berlin feeling.”
Historic updated 1925 home in heart of Salisbury. Character & craftsmanship have been preserved: original hardwood floors & stunning historic stained-glass. Updates: new windows, electrical, plumbing & modern kitchen with SS appliances. +/-400 SF of flexible attic living space. Unique Jack & Jill tub/shower serves 2 BRs & each room has own half BA. Fenced-in yard. 2 blocks to Salisbury Univ., close to Tidal Health Regional & short distance to downtown restaurants, shopping, entertainment & local $ amenities.
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Quilted by the Sea Guild members are pictured learning a new pattern for comfort quilts at a previous year’s event.
Annual quilting event takes place in OP this weekend (Oct. 16, 2026) Quilters by the Sea Guild will host its 2026 Star-Spangled Quilt Show Friday, Oct. 16, from noon to 6 p.m. and Saturday, Oct. 17, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Ocean Pines Community Center, 235 Ocean Parkway in Ocean Pines. More than 100 quilts, and other stitched projects, will be on display. The “best of show” quilt will be voted on by you, the attendees. Admission is free for visitors of all ages. Quilts and projects on display are made by members of the guild. There will also be a boutique, raffle baskets, a raffle quilt, and a special display of over
21 Singer Featherweight sewing machines and accessories. The boutique proceeds go toward our education and community service projects. Founded in 1985, the 100-member 501c3 guild’s purpose is to promote and contribute to the appreciation and knowledge of quilting including techniques. Members also use their skills to contribute to the community and those in need, making and donating quilts, seatbelt pillows, clothing protectors, placemats, and more to local charities. This show puts the members’ last two years of work on display for all to see. Admission is free.
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NEW LISTING - Enjoy picturesque views of the golf course and the Saint Martins River from this 4 BR, 3 Bath townhome. Nicely landscaped grounds, DebbieHileman07 spacious front porch, skylight-brightened foyer, @gmail.com cathedral ceiling in the delightful kitchen, featuring granite countertops & SS appliances. LVP flooring shows off the living areas, including a gas fireplace & access to the rear patio. A cozy screened porch connects to the 1st floor primary suite. You will find another bedroom, full bath, laundry room, and single car garage to complete the lower level. The upper level adds 2 additional bedrooms (one with private balcony), a 3rd full bath, and a small loft overlooking the living areas. Walk to the community center, swimming pool and tennis courts. There’s plenty of parking for guests in the adjacent parking lot.
Close to historic Berlin's shopping, dining & events! Ocean City & Assateague Island beaches are just a short drive away. The community's amenities include a Swimming Pool, Fitness Center & Playground. Multiple scenic ponds & wild fowl can be found throughout Decatur Farm. The Roof, the heat pump & the water heater have been replaced in the last few years. Lots of closets PLUS a garage for extra storage. Extra loft area on 2nd level. Laundry Room, 2 walk-in closets & overflow guest parking area.
This 3 BR/2 Bath property offers panoramic views of the golf course and shimmering ponds. The entire interior has been tastefully remodeled to include LVP flooring, tub showers, built-in shelving, stainless steel appliances & upgraded counters, while maintaining the original aesthetics such as wooden beamed ceilings & wood burning fireplace. At the heart of the lower-level family room is a custom, natural wood bar, a dedicated wet bar, and a mini refrigerator. Includes highquality furnishings tailored to the space, so that you can move right in without changing a thing!
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Looking for historic downtown Berlin storefront exposure, but don't need a lot of space? Located in a high-traffic retail area, this quaint building is loaded with character and charm! With a brick exterior and metal roof, it offers a blank canvas as a launchpad for your business vision! This was once the location of the Berlin Post Office. Opportunities like this don't come up very often!
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The Town of Berlin was crowded last Saturday for the Berlin Chamber of Commerce’s Fall Cruisin car show. The event featured 180 vehicles of all years, makes and models on display throughout the downtown. On opposite page, bottom, the Best in Show award went to twin VW buses.
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Annual Truck-N-Treat returns to Berlin park on Oct. 24 By Tara Fischer Staff Writer (Oct. 16, 2026) Berlin is inviting families to celebrate Halloween with a Truck-N-Treat event and a monthlong scavenger hunt in the downtown area. The town’s Truck-N-Treat will take place Saturday, Oct. 24, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Stephen Decatur Park. The free event will give children an up-close look at some of the vehicles used to serve the community, including fire trucks, garbage trucks, and utility trucks. Children are invited to dress in Halloween costumes and collect treats while exploring the vehicles and learning more about the equipment used by town crews and emergency personnel. The event offers a family-friendly way to celebrate Halloween while introducing younger residents to some of the services that help keep Berlin running. In addition to Truck-N-Treat, the Berlin Pumpkin Scavenger Hunt is tak-
ing place throughout October, giving residents and visitors another way to explore downtown. Participants can pick up an answer sheet in the foyer of the Berlin Welcome Center, which is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week. After obtaining a sheet, participants can walk around downtown Berlin to find the answers to the scavenger hunt questions. Completed answer sheets should be returned to the drop box at the Welcome Center. A winner will be selected at random on Monday, Nov. 2. The prize is a $100 gift card to the downtown business of the winner’s choice. The scavenger hunt encourages participants to explore Berlin’s downtown businesses and attractions while taking part in a seasonal activity. Both events offer opportunities for families to enjoy Halloween festivities and experience the community during the fall season.
Spooky events planned set for OP over next two weeks By Tara Fischer Staff Writer (Oct. 16, 2026) Families in Ocean Pines can celebrate Halloween this month with several community events featuring costumes, crafts, games, and trick-or-treating. Ocean Pines will host its annual Spooky Swim on Saturday, Oct. 24, from 5-8 p.m. at the Sports Core Pool. The event will feature Halloween crafts, games, music, and food available for purchase. Children are encouraged to wear their favorite Halloween costumes
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for a chance to win a free daily pool pass. Spooky Swim is open to children ages 12 and younger. Children ages six and younger must be accompanied by a parent or guardian in the pool. Kids who require flotation devices must remain close to their guardian while in the water. Admission is $8 for swim members, $10 for Ocean Pines residents, and $12 for nonresidents. Those who do not plan to swim can attend for $3. No advance registration is required. Earlier that day, the department will offer a Halloween Kids Craft Time from 10:30-11:30 a.m. on Saturday, Oct. 24, at the Ocean Pines Community Center, 235 Ocean Parkway. Participants can choose between creating a lantern jar or a spooky painting. The activity is open to all ages and offers families an opportunity to get creative ahead of Halloween. The cost is $10 for residents and $12 for nonresidents. For more information, call 410-641-7052. The Halloween festivities will continue Thursday, Oct. 29, when the Worcester County Chamber of Commerce hosts its annual Community Trunk-N-Treat at Taylor Bank on Cathell Road. The free event will offer families a safe, community-oriented alternative for Halloween trick-or-treating. Children can visit creatively decorated vehicle trunks to collect candy while enjoying the festive atmosphere. Families are invited to wear costumes and participate in the evening’s activities, which also provide an opportunity for residents to connect with neighbors.
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Best Beats On The Beach Who’s Where When BURLEY OAK BREWING COMPANY 443-513-4647 10016 Old Ocean City Blvd., Berlin Sat., Oct. 17: Lovelight BUXY’S SALTY DOG & DRY DOCK 28 410-289-BUXY 28th Street Coastal Hwy. Fri., Oct. 16: TBA CAPTAIN’S TABLE 410-289-7192 15th & Boardwalk In The Courtyard Marriott Fridays & Saturdays: Phil Perdue COCONUTS BEACH BAR 410-289-6846 Oceanfront At Castle In The Sand Hotel 37th & 38th Streets Fri., Oct. 16: Darin Engh & Monkee Paw Sat., Oct. 17: Aaron Howell Duo & My Dirty Little Secret Sun., Oct. 18: Endless Ember & Sketchbook Band Thurs., Oct. 22: Kevin Poole & Joe Mama
DJ GROOVE Fager’s Island: Sat., Oct. 17
DJ BIGLER Harborside: Sat., Oct. 17
BRYAN CLARK Fager’s Island: Thurs., Oct. 22
PHIL PERDUE Captain’s Table: Fridays & Saturdays
CHRIS DILLER Coins Pub Sat., Oct. 17
DARIN ENGH Coconuts Beach Bar: Fri., Oct. 16
COINS PUB 410-289-3100 28th Street Plaza On Coastal Hwy. Fri, Oct. 16: Caleb Ricker Sat., Oct. 17: Chris Diller CRABCAKE FACTORY BAYSIDE 302-988-5000 37314 Lighthouse Rd., Rte. 54, Selbyville, DE Fri., Oct. 16: Loud Moon Sat., Oct. 17: On Center Tues., Oct. 20: C-Miller Wed., Oct. 21: True Country FAGER’S ISLAND 410-524-5500 60th St., In The Bay Fri., Oct. 16: Jay Swanson & The Epics & DJ Stinson Sat., Oct. 17: DJ Bobby O, Decade 80 (Ticket Event), Risky Business & DJ Groove
AARON HOWELL Coconuts Beach Bar: Sat., Oct. 17
DJ DAVIE Seacrets: Fri., Oct. 16 & Sat., Oct. 17
BEATS BY DEOGEE Pickles Pub: Fridays
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Who’s Where When Tues., Oct. 20: Saltwater Line Dance Thurs., Oct. 22: Bryan Clark
LOVELIGHT Burley Oak: Saturday, Oct. 17
JAY SWANSON & THE EPICS Fager’s Island: Friday, Oct. 16
CECILIA’S FALL Pickles Pub: Saturday, Oct. 17
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HARBORSIDE 410-213-1846 South Harbor Rd., West End O.C. Fri., Oct. 16: Brian K. Hall Sat., Oct. 17: Rogue Citizens & DJ Bigler Sun., Oct.18: Opposite Directions Thursdays: Dust N Bones PICKLES PUB 410-289-4891 8th Street & Philadelphia Ave. Fri., Oct. 16: Beats By DeoGee Sat., Oct. 17: Cecilia’s Fall Mon., Oct. 19: Karaoke w/ Wood Tuesdays: Beats By Wax Thurs, Oct. 22: Beats By Connair PURPLE MOOSE SALOON 410-289-6953 Between Caroline & Talbot Streets On The Boards Fri. & Sat., Oct. 16 & 17: It’s All Good SEACRETS 410-524-4900 49th Street & Coastal Hwy. Fri., Oct. 16: Dueling Pianos, Faith Noel, DJ E-State, DJ Davie & The Event Horizon Sat., Oct. 17: Dustin Showers, DJ Connair, DJ Davie & The Event Horizon Thurs, Oct. 22: Carley Twigg & DJ J-Spinz
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South end to 28th Street ■ BUXY’S SALTY DOG SALOON DRY DOCK 28 28th Street, Ocean City, 410-289-0973, buxys.com, drydockoc.com Destiny has a new home in Ocean City. From the ‘burgh to the beach, Buxy’s is your home away from Pittsburgh. Come see what all the locals already know and have known – Buxy’s is the place to come to meet friends, relax and be social with no attitudes. House specialties include “The” Cheesesteak Sub, Primanti-styled sandwiches, pierogis, eggrolls and homemade crab dip. Dry Dock also features a full menu with soups, salads, kick starters, pierogis and craft pizza. ■ CAPTAIN’S TABLE 15th Street and Baltimore Avenue, in The Courtyard by Marriott, Ocean City 410-2897192, captainstableoc.com $$ | Kids’ menu | Full bar A local tradition for over 60 years featuring hand cut steaks, premium lobster and perfectly prepared regional seafood. Breakfast daily 7:30-11 a.m. Open daily for dinner: Sunday through Thursday, 4-9 p.m.; Friday and Saturday, 4-10 p.m. Happy Hour, seven days a week, 4-6 p.m. ■ COINS PUB & RESTAURANT 28th Street Plaza and Coastal Highway, Ocean City 410-289-3100, www.coinspuboc.com $$ | Kids’ menu | Full bar American style local restaurant serving seafood, steaks and chefs specials. Check out the off season weekday specials. Early bird; daily, 2-5:30 p.m. Sunday’s early bird specials, all day and all night. Happy Hour; daily, 2-5:30 p.m. with food and drink specials. Open Monday through Friday, 2 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday, 11:30 a.m. Dinein, carry out. ■ CORAL REEF RESTAURANT & BAR 17th Street in the Holiday Inn & Suites, Ocean City 410-289-2612, coralreefrestaurant.com $$ | Kids’ menu | Full bar Enjoy traditional Eastern Shore cuisine and local favorites that are sure to please your entire party! Choose from a selection of house specialty entrees such as sharables, handhelds and seafood. Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner. Featuring specialty rums. Open daily, 7:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. ■ FISH TALES 2107 Herring Way, Ocean City, 410-2890990, ocfishtales.com Bayfront marina dining offered here with a huge menu to satisfy guests of all ages. Enjoy a drink from a hanging chair or fish tacos at your table while the kids play in a playground build in the sand. Food and drink menus offer enough of a variety to meet all needs. ■ HARBOR WATCH 806 S. Atlantic Avenue, Ocean City 410289-5121, www.harborwatchrestaurant.com $$-$$$ | Reservations | Kids’ Menu | Full bar Celebrating our 42nd year with fresh seafood, an award-winning raw bar, mouthwatering steaks and the best view of the Ocean City Inlet and Assateague Island. Open Monday through Wednesday, 4-9 p.m. and Thursday through Sunday, 11:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. Call for banquet and large-party details. ■ PICKLES PUB 706 Philadelphia Ave., Ocean City, 410289-4891, picklesoc.com $$ | Kids’ menu | Full bar
Easy to find with plenty of free parking, serving lunch, dinner and entire diverse menu until 1 a.m. Also nightly entertainment yearround and a great place to watch all the sports on an ocean of televisions including a giant high-def screen. Also four pool tables on site. Lunch and dinner and entire menu until 1 a.m. Open all year from 11:30 a.m.-2 a.m., seven days a week. ■ PIT & PUB 2706 Philadelphia Ave. and 12701 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, pitandpub.com Ocean City’s home of Pulled Pork and the finest barbecue, the legendary 28th Street Pit & Pub and the Northside Pit & Pub are known for serving up delicious smokehouse specialties. Grab a brew and enjoy the live sports action on one of the big screen TVs. Happy hour daily. Family-friendly atmospheres at both locations. Weekend entertainment. ■ THE WEDGE BAR 806 S. Atlantic Ave, Ocean City www.thewedgeoc.com $-$$ | Full bar Panoramic views of the Atlantic Ocean, bay and Assateague Island. Enjoy small plates, sandwiches and grilled burgers. Open Thursday through Sunday, 11:30 a.m. to 9 p.m.
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29th to 90th streets ■ 32 PALM 32nd Street in The Hilton, Ocean City 410289-2525, 32palm.com $$ | Kids’ menu | Full bar Elevated cuisine, locally sourced ingredients and allocated spirits are prominently featured in our lounge and dining room. Open year-round for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Routinely updated menus with the highest quality local ingredients for fresh seafood any time of the year! ■ THE BONFIRE 71st Street, Coastal Hwy., Ocean City, 410524-7171, thebonfirerestaurant.com Celebrating more than 50 years as the best seafood and prime rib buffet in Ocean City. It’s all here – the service, the atmosphere and finest, freshest seafood available and quality meats. Save room for the decadent desserts available as well including homemade donuts. ■ COCONUTS BEACH BAR & GRILL 3701 Atlantic Ave., Ocean City, 410-2896846, castleinthesand.com A tropical open-air patio steps from the beach. A unique place for lunch or dinner with a menu featuring all the customary items and a few Ocean City-based surprises. Guests can also enjoy beach service for lunch and cocktails. Be sure to check out the daily entertainment schedule. ■ FAGERS ISLAND 201 60th St., Ocean City, 410-524-5500, fagers.com $$ | Full bar Dine on the island with an award-winning bayfront restaurant featuring American & Regional dining with a global influence and popular destination featuring impeccably prepared American and Pacific Rim cuisine. Also enjoy our outdoor decks and bar with live entertainment and 32 wines by the glass. A place where the joy of food & the presence of the table are of utmost importance. Dine on fresh seafood and our famous Prime Rib. Enjoy beautiful sunsets over the water. Open 11 a.m. daily. Fine dine at 4:30 p.m. ■ HOOKED 8003 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, 410723-4665, hookedoc.com $$ | Kids’ menu | Full bar
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91st to 146th streets ■ ALBERTINO'S BRICK OVEN & EATERY 13117 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, 410250-2000, albertinosoc.com $$ | Kids’ menu | Full bar Featuring the best brick oven pizza, always handmade with fresh ingredients, ItalianAmerican mouth-watering seafood specialties, traditional Italian pasta dishes, apps, soups and salads. Full bar with large local craft beer selection. ■ THE CRAB BAG 13005 Coastal Highway Ocean City, 410250-3337, thecrabbag.com $$ | Kids’ menu | Full bar Featuring consistent hot steamed crabs, eat in or carryout. The Crab Bag is also an Eastern Shore style seafood house specializing in preparing and serving the biggest and the best blue crabs available. The extensive menu promises something for everyone. Winter hours, Friday-Sunday, open 11 a.m. ■ CRABCAKE FACTORY USA 120th Street, oceanside, Ocean City, 410250-4900, crabcakefactoryusa.com Full-service family restaurant, carry-out and sports bar. Outside seating available. Menu selections include prime rib, chicken Chesapeake, steamed shrimp, beer battered fish, real Philly cheesesteaks, burgers, and a kids menu. Casual attire, full liquor bar, no reservations. Open Year Round. World-Famous Crabcakes are served all day starting at 8 a.m. and can be packed on ice for you while you are eating breakfast.
■ THE CURRY CULTURE 13707 Coastal Hwy., Ocean City 410-2134159 The Curry Culture brings the true taste of India to the beach with bold spices, authentic recipes, and a modern dining experience. The ambiance is beautiful and welcoming, and the staff is friendly, knowledgeable and kind. But it will be the delicious Indian flavors and uniquely authentic dishes that bring you back for more.
FENWICK ISLAND ■ DIRTY HARRY’S 100 Coastal Highway, Fenwick Island, DE, 302-539-3020, Beach-net.com/dirtyharrys $ | Kids’ Menu | Full bar Don’t let the name fool you, the food is home cooking at its finest. Owned and operated by Ginny Swann and family for 20 years. Voted Best Top 5 Bakeries in Delaware. Popular for the breakfast but getting rave reviews for lunch and dinner, too. ■ NANTUCKETS Route 1, Fenwick Island, DE, 302-5392607, nantucketsrestaurant.com Serving the beach great food and spirits for over 30 years. David and Janet Twining will wow you with the finest foods and drinks in the area. You’ll be pleasantly surprised by what one of the coast’s finest dining establishments has in store for guests. Everything here is a house specialty. ■ TWINING’S LOBSTER SHANTY Rte. 54, Fenwick Island, Del., 302-4362305, twiningshanty.com Reservations | Kids’ Menu “A funky little place at the edge of town.” Classic New England fare, lobsters, steaks and burgers. Bird watching and magical sunsets await. Open for lunch and dinner. Reservations are suggested.
WEST OCEAN CITY ■ BREAKFAST CAFE 12736 Ocean Gateway, Route 50 east, West Ocean City, 410-213-1804, breakfastcafeofoc.com All the traditional breakfast options available here in a casual, diner setting. Open daily closing at 2 p.m. ■ CANTINA LOS AGAVES MEXICAN GRILL 12720 Ocean Gateway #7, West Ocean City 410-390-3914, cantinalosagaves.com $$ | Kid’s menu | Full bar Ocean City’s newest Mexican restaurant and bar. Offering delicious and generous portions of the tastiest traditional and not so traditional #MexicanEats you have ever tried. Open everyday, 12 noon to 9 p.m., kitchen and bar. ■ DUMSER’S DAIRYLAND West Ocean City: Route 50 east; Boardwalk locations: 501 S. Philadelphia Ave., 49th Street, 123rd Street, Ocean City, dumsersdairyland.com This classic ice cream shop is a tradition for many families. Voted O.C.’s “Best Ice Cream” for the past 20 years, Dumser’s is celebrating decades of serving the shore, and the ‘40s-style décor takes you back in time. With locations throughout Ocean City, treating your tastebuds to this signature homemade ice cream is easy. The 123rd Street location offers lunch and dinner menus in addition to a wide variety of ice cream treats. ■ HARBORSIDE BAR & GRILL 12841 Harbor Rd., West Ocean City, 410213-1846, weocharborside.com $$ | Kids’ menu | Full bar Home of the original Orange Crush drink with an extensive menu offers a wide variety of appetizers, fresh seafood, steak & pasta entrees, as well as juicy burgers and sandwiches. Whether seeking a full dining experience or just a crush or two, the team will be sure to take excellent care of you and yours. Monday-Wednesday: 11 a.m.-9 p.m.; Thursday: 11 a.m.-10 p.m.; Friday-Saturday: 11 a.m.-11 p.m.; Sunday: 11 a.m.-9 p.m.
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Tickets on sale for LSLT’s annual Flannel Formal event (Oct. 16, 2026) Tickets and sponsorships are available for the “Flannel Formal,” the Lower Shore Land Trust’s annual fundraiser and recognition of land conservation efforts in the region. Scheduled for Saturday, Nov. 7 from 3:30-6:30 p.m. at Bordeleau Vineyards & Winery in Eden, this year’s event will honor John Groutt with the Stephen N. Parker Conservation Legacy Award. The award is presented annually to a landowner or conservation practitioner for their contributions to private land conservation on the lower Eastern Shore. Past recipients include Charles “Buddy” Jenkins, Larry Leese, John B. Long, Hugh Cropper IV, Ann G. Carlson, and King Burnett. The dress for the Flannel Formal is flannel, dressy or casual. Musical enter-
tainment will be provided by Boy Wells and the Originals, a regional group playing a mix of blues, Southern rock, country, jazz, bluegrass, and American roots music. Wells was mentored by legendary guitar virtuoso, Danny Gatton, and has performed professionally since the late 1970s across Virginia and Maryland. On the menu at the late afternoon event will be an array of The Modern Graze’s charcuterie, Baywater Seafood’s oysters on the half shell, and Pit & Pub BBQ with all the fixings. Tickets are $100 per person until Oct. 31, and $125 per person after Oct. 31 and at the door. Purchase tickets and sponsorships at the Lower Shore Land Trust website, call 443-234-5587, or email info@@LSLT.org.
County will hold collection day at landfill on Halloween (Oct. 16, 2026) The Worcester County Public Works Recycling Division will host Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) Collection Day on Saturday, Oct. 31, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Central Landfill in Newark, Maryland. HHW, computer towers, and laptops may be dropped off for safe disposal. No keyboards, mouses, or other electronics will be accepted. HHW Collection Day provides an opportunity for Worcester County residents to safely dispose of products containing harmful chemicals, such as bleach, pesticides, pool chemicals, oil mixtures, gas and other fuels, acids, automotive fluids, thinners, and other everyday hazardous wastes accumulating in and around the home, like CFL light bulbs, batteries, and oil-based paints. Note that water-based paints are not hazardous materials and should not be brought to any hazardous waste event. Instead, solidify water-based paints by drying or adding absorbent materials,
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trange but great. That’s the best way I can describe having Beckett home for a week during his midterm break from college. Before college in August, friends with older children warned us about the strange dynamics that come with a college-aged kid returning home after being away for an extended period. They said it would be wonderful, at first, but different. There would be adjustments on both sides. They were right. When Beckett first left for college seven weeks ago, there was a noticeable void. The absence of his voice, his comings and goings, the random conversations and even the occasional disagreements took some getting used to. Eventually, though, something interesting happened. We adjusted. The quieter house became normal. We settled into a different routine with Carson, and the three of us found our rhythm. Then Beckett came home, and suddenly everything changed again. It was great having him back, but it was also a reminder that our family is entering a new chapter. We are still a family of four, but our daily lives no longer revolve around all four of us being under the same roof. One of the first things I noticed was how much more we ate. Beckett arrived with a list of favorite restaurants he wanted to visit. Apparently, seven weeks of college dining had renewed his appreciation for some familiar local establishments. We were happy to oblige, although I suspect our dining-out budget was not nearly as enthusiastic. There were also shopping trips. He needed some new clothes and flip-flops. The grocery situation was equally revealing. Our consumption of bottled water increased dramatically. Food disappeared from the pantry at a pace we had almost forgotten was possible. Snacks that had been sitting around for days suddenly vanished. During his visit, Beckett had the opportunity to watch Carson play in a tennis match, which was particularly special for us. With Beckett away at college, these
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Replenishment likely to impact current sand bars New creations have led to better surfing conditions By Dave Dalkiewicz Contributing Writer (Oct. 16, 2026) As of this writing, Sunday, Oct. 11, 2026, we are in the middle of the remnants of Hurricane Isaias. Skies are overcast, it’s rainy, but still relatively warm with the air temperature at 70 degrees and ocean water temperature in the mid 60s. The ocean features relatively sizable overhead waves though conditions are still a bit stormy and messy. To go for a surf session would be a doable endeavor but maybe too much of a battle. The main gist of this column/article is the continuing return of favorable sand bars. This has been subject matter of the last few columns in this newspaper but still worthy, I feel, of much discussion, especially because there has been such a lack of decent sand bars in recent times. I like to go for a swim after work in the evening and have noticed quite a difference in how the waves break directly on the shoreline. This provides quite a perspective and a positive correlation as to how sand bars have moved since our recent nor’easter activities. So hope springs eternal and while we do have better sand bar conditions hopefully the upcoming sand replenishment will not alter these better surfable waves. - Dave Dalkiewicz is the owner of Ocean Atlantic Surf Shop in Ocean City
(The writer is the executive editor of OC Today-Dispatch. He and his wife, Pamela, are proud parents of two boys. This weekly column examines their transition into parenthood and all that goes along with it. E-mail any thoughts to editor@octodaydispatch.com.)
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Decatur’s children’s theatre marks 50 years By Tara Fischer Staff Writer (Oct. 16, 2026) Actors in Stephen Decatur High School’s drama program are in rehearsal for their version of the “Three Little Pigs,” a show that will mark the department’s 50th year of inviting elementary school students from across the region to experience a live production. The annual fall play by the SDHS Children’s Theatre in early December will welcome the Eastern Shore’s youngest learners, just as it has for half a century. It’s productions over the years have included “Alice in Wonderland,” “Fantastic Mr. Fox,” “Hansel and Gretel,” and “Lost and Found,” an original piece written by the theater department’s students in 2018. Thousands of elementary kids from Worcester County and beyond come out to see the shows each year as part of a free field trip organized by SDHS’s theater team and the participating grade schools. This year’s production, scheduled to run from Dec. 1 to Dec. 8, is a spin on “Three Little Pigs.” Decatur Theater Director Brandon Cater said former program leader Gwen Lehman adapted the show for the Children’s Theatre’s 25th anniversary. Cater and his students will pay homage to that milestone year with
their own take on the classic fairy tale. Cater took over the high school’s theater club when Lehman, who oversaw the drama division for almost 50 years, retired about 10 years ago. He said he’s intended to do his own iteration of the “Three Little Pigs” since his first year on the job. “When I was hired and I took over, I said, ‘For the 50th, I’m doing ‘Three Little Pigs,’” he said. “I’ve been sitting on this for over a decade.” The show is special to Cater because he participated in it for the Children’s Theatre’s 25th year as a senior at Decatur in 2001, he said. However, the director maintained that while some aspects of the show should be familiar to alumni, this year’s class is adding their own unique elements. “I want to be careful I’m not trying to rehash all of the stuff we did 20 years ago,” Cater said. “I want the kids to have that feeling that its original, new, something fresh they’re bringing to the role. The set will definitely look different. The costumes will look different. The actors are taking different approaches…I hope the older audience goes, ‘Oh, I didn’t think to do it like that; that’s really clever the kids did that.’” Performances for the elementary students will occur daily during the production’s run. Schools signed up
to come will attend either the 9:30 a.m. time slot or the 1 p.m. time slot. Cater said that so far, 3,600 kids are expected to file into the SDHS auditorium to watch the anniversary show. Schools already committed are Ocean City Elementary School, Showell Elementary School, Buckingham Elementary School, Salisbury Christian School, Prince Street Elementary School, Willards Elementary School, Delmar Elementary School, Berlin Intermediate School, Most Blessed Sacrament, Pemberton Ele-
mentary School, and Beaver Run Elementary School. According to Cater, he still has seats available for other schools and classes interested in attending. Cater said that Children’s Theatre is not just a way for young kids to enjoy a live stage production but also offers educational benefits. The theater team provides instructional activities to elementary school teachers ahead of the show so they can supplement the field trip with learning assignments. See OPENING Page 45
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Continued from Page 44 The public is also invited to the play. Evening performances are scheduled for Dec. 4 and Dec. 5 at 7 p.m. There will be a matinee on Dec. 5 at 1 p.m. Tickets cost $15 for adults and $10 for students and can be purchased at the door or in advance at www.decaturtheatre.com. Cater hopes to further recognize Children’s Theatre’s 50th year with an opening-night reception, inviting former class members to the show and after-party. “The goal is to get old alumni, especially on opening night,” he said. “That’s why I want to do the reception. It is my goal to get as many alumni of Stephen Decatur High School theater department here as possible ...I want to celebrate a tradition that has inspired this community for 50 years.” After-party details will be communicated once they’re confirmed. Lehman’s edition of the “Three Little Pigs” has 16 characters, some of which she added, Cater said. This year’s show has again doubled-cast some roles to ensure as many students as possible get the chance to show off their talents. The two groups of actors alternate performance days. In an email to the Bayside Gazette last week, Lehman said by the end of
her tenure, the pieces were presented every year to more than 40 schools and close to 10,000 people. Cater believes SDHS’ Annual Children’s Theatre program has endured because it continues to foster a positive experience for both elementary and high school students. “I think the spectacle elements and the magic that’s done on stage keep the kids talking about it every year,” he said. “...And we try to encourage that…at the end of every show, my kids walk [the younger students] to the buses. SUBMITTED PHOTO/OC TODAY-DISPATCH “They get on the buses, and Stephen Decatur’s theatre department will present a week of performthey rile them up ances beginning Dec. 1. and have a good time. It’s so heartwarming to see them They want to keep coming back beinteract with each other in that way. cause it creates a strong community.”
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HARBOR DAY AT THE DOCKS
The annual Harbor Day at the Docks festival took place Saturday, Oct. 10, along Sunset Avenue in the West Ocean City commercial harbor. The free county-run event spotlighted the maritime history and local commercial fishing industry. Activities include maritime displays, interactive touch tanks, vendor demonstrations, educational exhibits, and children's activities led by local fishermen and performer Cascading Carlos, bottom left. At right pictured with some fresh catches, including swordfish and pomfret, from Sea Born Seafood is Jamie Davis. STEVE GREEN/OC TODAY-DISPATCH
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Calendar Submit calendar items to: editor@octodaydispatch.com. Submission deadline is 5 p.m. Monday, the week of publication. Local submissions have priority. Area event listings are subject to space availability.
Fri., Oct. 16
Boardwalk (4 p.m.). https://freestatecorvetteclub.regfox.com/corvette-weekend-2026
FREE STATE CORVETTE WEEKEND
Grand Hotel, 2100 Baltimore Ave., Ocean City. Registration, packet pickup, and the Poker Run Rallye. https://freestatecorvetteclub.regfox.com /corvette-weekend-2026
FAMILY BEACH BONFIRE
130th Street on the Beach, Ocean City, 6-8 p.m. S’mores, hot chocolate, water included. $5 adults, $3 youth, $15 family max. Weather permitting. Pre-registration encouraged: https://www.ococean.com/event/family-beach-bonfire/2969/. 410-250-0125
6TH ANNUAL TRAIL OF LOST SOULS HAUNTED TRAIL
White Horse Park Boat Ramp Trail, Ocean Pines, 7-10 p.m. Featuring haunted path, food, vendors, games and more. New this year is Family Fun Zone (Soul’s Respite Campground). Cost is $10 per person. 410-641-7052, jvickers@oceanpines.org
BERLIN OKTOBERFEST AND FALL SIDEWALK SALE
Historic Downtown Berlin, 124 N. Main St., 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Featuring food, vendors, Cascading Carlos, petting farm and live music by Lost Lederhosen Band and The Dunehounds. Free to attend. Beer tickets: https://berlinmainstreet.com/oktoberfest/.
BOOK FESTIVAL
Calvin B. Taylor House, 208 N. Main St., Berlin, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. www.taylorhousemuseum.org
6TH ANNUAL TRAIL OF LOST SOULS HAUNTED TRAIL
White Horse Park Boat Ramp Trail, Ocean Pines, 7-10 p.m. Featuring haunted path, food, vendors, games and more. New this year is Family Fun Zone (Soul’s Respite Campground). Cost is $10 per person. 410-641-7052, jvickers@oceanpines.org
STAR-SPANGLED QUILT SHOW STAR-SPANGLED QUILT SHOW
Ocean Pines Community Center, 235 Ocean Parkway, 12-6 p.m. Vendors and raffles. Free admission.
OC MAHJONG CLUB
Worcester County Library - Ocean City Branch, 10003 Coastal Highway, 10:30 a.m. Join in for a fun morning of playing tile Mahjong. Feel free to bring your own tile set. All adults are welcome. 410-5241818, worcesterlibrary.org
Ocean Pines Community Center, 235 Ocean Parkway, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Vendors and raffles. Free admission.
WALK, RUN, GIVE BACK! COASTAL WALK & 5K RUN
Assateague State Park Headquarters, 6915 Stephen Decatur Highway, Berlin, 8 a.m.-noon. Tickets $35. Participants can choose to compete (or not) in a 2mile Walk or 5K Run at this year’s event on Saturday, October 17, at Assateague State Park. 667-235-1320
OYSTER FRITTER SANDWICHES
American Legion #123, 10111 Old Ocean City Blvd., Berlin, 2 p.m. Cost is $12 for dine-in or carry-out.
BOOK DISCUSSION: ‘FOUNTAINS OF SILENCE’ BY RUTA SEPETYS
Forgotten 50 Distilling, 10103 Old Ocean City Blvd., Berlin, 2 p.m. Pick up a copy of the book at the Berlin branch and then join in for a lively conversation at Forgotten 50. 410-641-0650, worcesterlibrary.org
Sat., Oct. 17
SERVICE SQUAD
Worcester County Library - Berlin Branch, 13 Harrison Ave., 10 a.m. Help out with craft and program prep, or other activities for service learning hours. Call for more details about potential projects. For ages 12-18 years. 410524-1818, worcesterlibrary.org
BBQ CHICKEN SALE
St. Paul United Methodist Church, 405 Flower St., Berlin, 11 a.m. 1/2 BBQ chicken with two sides, roll and drink for $15. 1/2 BBQ chicken, roll and drink for $12. Proceeds benefit St. Paul United Methodist Church Men’s Ministry.
FREE STATE CORVETTE WEEKEND
Jolly Roger Amusement Park, 2901 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Rallye launch, Car Show, and launch for the ride down the infamous
OC FILM FESTIVAL HORROR NIGHT: NIGHT OF THE LIVING DEAD Ashore Oceanfront Hotel, 10100 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, 7-9 p.m.
Doors open 6 p.m. Costume contest held before the movie. Admission is free. Viewer discretion is advised. https://www.ococean.com/event/ocfilm-festival-horror-night%3a-nightof-the-living-dead/2988/, 410-524-9433
OCEAN PINES FARMERS & ARTISANS MARKET
Saturdays - White Horse Park, 239 Ocean Parkway, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Shop for everything from fresh local produce to unique handmade artisan goods. Also featuring family-friendly activities, music and unique shopping experiences. Open to the public, year round. 410-6417052, https://www.oceanpines.org/web/pages /farmers-artisans-market
Sun., Oct. 18 MOUNT OLIVE PRAISE TEAM PERFORMANCE
New Bethel United Methodist Church, 10203 Germantown Road, Berlin, 4 p.m. Enjoy an afternoon of singing. Featuring Mount Olive Praise Team. Sponsored by Usher Ministry.
MEREDITH WILSON’S THE MUSIC MAN
Ocean City Performing Arts Center, 4001 Coastal Highway, 7 p.m. Featuring songs such as “Seventy-Six Trombones,” “Trouble,” “‘Til There Was You,” and “Pickalittle.” Tickets: https://www.etix.com/ticket/p/395450 87/the-music-man-ocean-city-oc-performing-arts-center.
LOCALS WEEK
Ocean City Life-Saving Museum, 813 S. Atlantic Ave., 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Free admission to both the Ocean City Life-Saving Station Museum & the Museum of Ocean City. https://www.ocmuseum.org, 410-2894991
BABY TIME
Worcester County Library - Ocean Pines Branch, 11107 Cathell Road, 10:30 a.m. Songs, stories and giggles. For ages 0-2 years. 410-208-4014, worcesterlibrary.org
STORY TIME: SWEET TOOTH
Worcester County Library - Ocean City Branch, 10003 Coastal Highway, 10:30 a.m. Crafts, songs and stories. For ages 0-5 years. 410-524-1818, worcesterlibrary.org
FRIENDS OF THE OCEAN PINES LIBRARY MEMBERSHIP MEETING & 1960S CONCERT
Worcester County Library - Ocean Pines Branch, 11107 Cathell Road, 10:30 a.m. Members are welcome to the meeting at 10:30 a.m. At 11 a.m., the general public is welcome to attend a 1960s concert featuring Jerry Lee Adkins. 410-208-4014, worcesterlibrary.org
MOVIE MATINEE IN 3D!
Worcester County Library - Ocean Pines Branch, 11107 Cathell Road, 2 p.m. Catch a spooky movie you may have missed in theaters. Registration required: 410-208-4014. worcesterlibrary.org
BERLIN FARMERS MARKET
Sundays (May-October) - Pitts, Commerce and Main streets, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., rain or shine. Producers only market, petting farm (9-11 a.m.), live music. www.TheBerlinFarmersMarket.com
SEWING SEEDS OF LOVE
Sundays - Buckingham Presbyterian Church, 20 S. Main St., Berlin, 10-11 a.m. Youth of all ages learn how to sew while making a difference. 410-6410234
JEHOVAH’S WITNESSES MEETING
Sundays - Berlin Congregation of Jehovah’s Witnesses, 212 West St., Berlin, 10 a.m. www.jw.org
Mon., Oct. 19 CRAFT, CRUNCH, AND STORYTIME BRUNCH
Ocean Pines Community Center, 235 Ocean Parkway, 10-11:30 a.m. Held once a month from October to April, 2027. Cost for all dates is $25 for residents and $30 for non-residents. Cost for drop-in is $5/day. Register: Ocean Pines Recreation & Parks, 410-641-7052.
TOPS OF BERLIN - GROUP #169
TidalHealth Atlantic, Conference Room 1, 9733 Healthway Drive, Berlin, 5-6:30 p.m. Take Off Pounds Sensibly (TOPS) is an educational group that promotes weight loss and a healthy lifestyle. Held weekly on Mondays. https://www.tops.org/home
ZUMBA
Mondays - Ocean Pines Community Center, 235 Ocean Parkway, 4:30 p.m. Zumba with optional light weights. zumbajoyceoc@gmail.com
BRIDGE
Mondays - Ocean City 50plus Center, 104 41st Street, Ocean City, 12:30-3:30 p.m. Reserve a spot: Tish, 410-8043971. www.Worcoa.org/oceancity
DELMARVA WOMEN’S A CAPELLA CHORUS Mondays - Ocean Pines Community Center, 239 Ocean Parkway, 6:00-8:00 p.m. All ladies who love to sing invited. If you plan to visit, please Contact: Director: Ludwig692@outlook.com, 410641-6876 or Membership Coordinator: ocelissa@yahoo.com, 410-641-8050.
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CALENDAR Continued from Page 47 OVEREATER’S ANONYMOUS
Mondays - Worcester County Library Ocean Pines Branch, 11107 Cathell Road, 7-8 p.m. No dues or fees. 410-459-9100v
Tues., Oct. 20 TRUNK OR TREAT
Bundles of Joy University, Inc. Berlin Campus, 615 Franklin Ave., 6-8 p.m. Proceeds will support new playground equipment and teacher appreciation.
GENEALOGY WORKSHOP
Worcester County Library - Ocean Pines Branch, 11107 Cathell Road, 10 a.m. The workshop starts with a 20-minute lesson on genealogy, followed by a Q&A. Bring a laptop, table or papers containing family information, if you can. 410-2084014, worcesterlibrary.org
BABY TIME
Worcester County Library - Snow Hill Branch, 307 N. Washington St., 10:30 a.m. Songs, rhymes and stories. Stay after to socialize with other families. For ages 0-2 years. 410-632-3495, worcesterlibrary.org
OC KNITTING GROUP
Worcester County Library - Ocean City Branch, 10003 Coastal Highway, 10:30 a.m. Bring whatever project you happen to be working on. 410-524-1818, worces-
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years. 410-957-0878
CARD PARTY AND LUNCHEON FUNDRAISER
TEEN TUESDAY: CANDY CORN LUMINARY
St. Andrew Parish Center, 14401 Sinepuxent Ave., Ocean City, 10:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Hosted by the Worcester County Ladies Ancient Order of Hibernians. Benefiting Joseph House, Diakonia and St. Vincent de Paul. Tickets: 302-436-1699.
MINI MAKERS ART MORNING
Worcester County Library - Pocomoke Branch, 401 Fifth St., 10:30 a.m. Toddlers, preschoolers and big kids can explore create and imagine with a variety of art supplies. Dress for a mess. For ages 2-5 years. 410-957-0878
STORY TIME
Worcester County Library - Berlin Branch, 13 Harrison Ave., 10:30 a.m. Story time featuring seasonal themes designed to support early literacy skills with stories, songs and fingerplays. For ages 0-5 years. 410-641-0650, worcesterlibrary.org
EARLY READERS BOOK CLUB: ‘EMBER THE FIRE DRAGON’
Worcester County Library - Pocomoke Branch, 401 Fifth St., 4 p.m. Enjoy a shared reading experience with the group. Afterwards children will play games or do crafts that relate to the story that was read. Best for ages 6-8
Worcester County Library - Ocean Pines Branch, 11107 Cathell Road, 4:30 p.m. Design a luminary light with seasonal colors. For ages 12-18 years. 410-2084014, worcesterlibrary.org
BEACH HEROES-OC
Tuesdays - Volunteer beach clean-up group meets from 9-10 a.m., year-round. Trash bags, grabbers and gloves provided. Check the Facebook page “Beach Heroes-OC” for weekly meeting locations. All are welcome.
JEHOVAH’S WITNESSES MEETING
Tuesdays - Berlin Congregation of Jehovah’s Witnesses, 212 West St., Berlin, 7 p.m. www.jw.org
TAKE OFF POUNDS SENSIBLY
Tuesdays - Worcester County Health Department, 9730 Healthway Drive, Berlin, 3:30-4:30 p.m. TOPS is a weekly support and education group promoting weight loss and a healthy lifestyle. 410289-4725
For artisans of all skill levels. 410-6410650, worcesterlibrary.org
LOCALS WEEK
Ocean City Life-Saving Museum, 813 S. Atlantic Ave., 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Free admission to both the Ocean City Life-Saving Station Museum & the Museum of Ocean City. https://www.ocmuseum.org, 410-2894991
SENSORY STAY AND PLAY
Worcester County Library - Ocean City Branch, 10003 Coastal Highway, 10:30 a.m. Get ready to squish, build, splash, shake and scoop through several fun stations. For ages 0-5 years. 410-524-1818, worcesterlibrary.org
BACKGAMMON CLUB
Worcester County Library - Ocean Pines Branch, 11107 Cathell Road, 10:30 a.m. Drop in for a game of Backgammon, whether you’re an expert or want to refresh your skills. Beginners welcome. 410-208-4014, worcesterlibrary.org
DEMYSTIFYING THE SYMPHONY
Tuesdays - Lewes Senior Center, 32083 Janice Rd. Lewes, DE, 7-9 p.m. Experienced dancers and others interested in watching or learning more are welcome. No partner required. Info: TangobytheBeach.com.
Worcester County Library - Ocean Pines Branch, 11107 Cathell Road, 11 a.m. This four-session course familiarizes attendees with contemporary orchestras. Light refreshments. Sponsored by the Mid-Atlantic Symphony Orchestra and FOPL. Registration required: 410-2084014.
ZUMBA TONING TUESDAYS
MARYLAND COTTAGE FOOD BUSINESS
ARGENTINE TANGO PRACTICE
Tuesdays - Northside Park, 200 125th St., Ocean City, 5:15 p.m. Zumba with optional light weights. zumbajoyceoc@gmail.com
WEIGHT MANAGEMENT AND WELLNESS GROUP
Tuesdays - Holy Trinity Cathedral, 11021 Worcester Highway, 2-2:45 p.m. Use the weight loss program/app/plan of your choice. Free and open to everyone. 410-641-4882, www.htcanglican.org/activities.
Wed., Oct. 21 EASTERN SHORE SEWISTS
Worcester County Library - Berlin Branch, 13 Harrison Ave., 10 a.m. Promoting the needle arts through sewing education, activities, and textile crafts.
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Worcester County Library - Ocean City Branch, 10003 Coastal Highway, 12 p.m. Selling foods requires producers to locate, interpret and apply laws related to food safety, processing, licensing and labeling. Also via Zoom: https://ccplonline.libnet.info/event/16365173. 443-783-6164
DIABETES SUPPORT GROUP
Snow Hill 50plus Center, 4767 Snow Hill Road, 1 p.m. Hosted by the Worcester County Health Department. Held on the third Wednesday of each month. 410-632-1100, ext. 1113
PUZZLE SWAP
Worcester County Library - Berlin Branch, 13 Harrison Ave., 1-7 p.m. Bring your gently used puzzles and leave with a new-to-you puzzle. Don’t have a puzzle but still want one? That’s okay, too. All puzzles must be complete and in their original box. All ages welcome. 410-6410650
‘BREAST CANCER SUPPORT GROUP’
‘TidalHealth John H. “Jack” Burbage, Jr. Cancer Center, 9707 Healthway Drive, Berlin, 1-2 p.m. Hosted by Women Supporting Women. Held on the third Wednesday of each month. 410-548-7880
SERVICE SQUAD
Worcester County Library - Berlin Branch, 13 Harrison Ave., 3:30 p.m. Help out with craft and program prep, or other activities at the Berlin Library.
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CALENDAR Earn service learning hours. For ages 1218 years. Call for details about potential projects. 410-524-1818
BINGO NIGHT
Ocean Downs Casino, 10218 Racetrack Road, Berlin, 6 p.m. Doors open at 5 p.m. Bingo, 50/50 drawings, door prizes, pull tabs and $10 coupon for casino play. Must be at least 21 years of age. Tickets: 410-202-6375, https://kiwanisofopoc.org.
KIWANIS CLUB MEETING
Wednesdays - Ocean Pines Community Center, 239 Ocean Parkway, 8 a.m. Doors open at 7:30 a.m. Last Wednesday of the month meetings are offsite and information can be found on the website and Facebook. www.kiwanisofopoc.org.
CASH BINGO
Wednesdays - Ocean City Elks Lodge 2645, 13708 Sinepuxent Ave. Door open at 5 p.m., bingo starts at 6:30 p.m. Food available before bingo. Open to the public. 443-605-5028
ZUMBA PLUS!!
Wednesdays - Ocean Pines Community Center, 235 Ocean Parkway, 4:30 p.m. Zumba with optional light weights. zumbajoyceoc@gmail.com
Thurs., Oct. 22
SUNFEST
Hugh T. Cropper Inlet Parking Lot, 809 S. Atlantic Ave., Ocean City, 10 a.m. Four days of great music, arts and crafts, food vendors, kid-friendly activities, tractor rides, craft beer, Halloween Beach Maze and more. Admission is free. https://www.ococean.com/sunfest
years. 410-208-4014, worcesterlibrary.org
Nov. 8. opvfd.com/golf, 410-641-8272
MANDALA SAND ART
Worcester County Library - Pocomoke Branch, 401 Fifth St., 2 p.m. Relax while decorating a mandala with colored sand. Registration required: 410-957-0878. worcesterlibrary.org
Town of Berlin. Walk through Berlin and find the painted pumpkins. Enter to win a $100 gift card. Pick up and return your entry forms in the Berlin Welcome Center, 14 S. Main Street. Must be returned by Nov. 1.
AI STORY LAB
HISTORY-TO-GO - PUMPKIN CARVING
PUMPKIN SCAVENGER HUNT
ELTON DAN & THE ROCKET BAND
Ocean City Performing Arts Center, 4001 Coastal Highway, 7 p.m. Featuring favorites like “Rocket Man,” “Crocodile Rock,” and “I’m Still Standing.” Tickets: https://www.etix.com/ticket/p/4821271 5/elton-dan-the-rocket-band-oceancity-oc-performing-arts-center.
Worcester County Library - Berlin Branch, 13 Harrison Ave., 4 p.m. Create a story prompt, then compare your own stories to one generated by AI. Drawings from both you and AI make the challenge even more fun. For ages 6-11 years. 410-641-0650
COFFEE & CRAFTS: SPIDERWEB ART
Worcester County Library - Ocean City Branch, 10003 Coastal Highway, 10:30 a.m. Join in every month for a new craft. Materials provided. Limit 30. 410-5241818, worcesterlibrary.org
PLAY TIME
Worcester County Library - Snow Hill Branch, 307 N. Washington St., 10:30 a.m. Join in for a variety of activities and toys. Play and socialize with other families. For ages 2-5 years. 410-632-5622, worcesterlibrary.org
STORY TIME: PUMPKINS
Worcester County Library - Ocean Pines Branch, 11107 Cathell Road, 10:30 a.m. Crafts, songs and stories. For ages 2-5
DRY PANTRY
Thursdays - St. Paul United Methodist Church, 405 Flower Street, Berlin, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. For those in need of resources such as paper products, laundry products, baby items, and personal care items. Limits apply. 410-641-0270
Snow Hill library, 301 Bank St., throughout October. Learn how Halloween has been celebrated throughout history and get patterns to carve historically inspired pumpkins. 410-632-5622
OC READS: ‘ATMOSPHERE’ BY TAYLOR JENKINS REID
Ocean City library, 10003 Coastal Highway, Oct. 1-31. Simply pick up a copy of this month’s read, “Atmosphere” by Taylor Jenkins Reid. Come in before the end of the month to share your impressions and enter the drawing to win free books. 410-524-1818
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Ocean Pines Golf Club, 100 Clubhouse Drive, Nov. 1, 9 a.m. Registration begins at 8 a.m. Mulligan package available. Registration fee is $150 and includes green fee, cart, breakfast and lunch. Single or doubles welcome. Rain date is
Pocomoke library, 401 5th Street, Unit 100. Build leadership skills and add something meaningful to your resume. Applications are available in the guidance office at Pocomoke Middle School and Pocomoke High School. Submit application by Oct. 31. For ages 12-18 years. 410-957-0878
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NOW HIRING - PART-TIME STORE ASSOCIATE Join our busy automotive and marine parts store! • Great customer service skills required • Valid driver’s license required • Automotive or marine knowledge is a plus • Will train the right person • We have openings at our Long Neck, DE and Ocean Pines, MD locations. 302-344-9769
JOLLY ROGER Small Engine Mechanic & Ride Maintenance. (Must have mechanical knowledge) Technical Support & Installation (Entry level with knowledge of network systems) SEASONAL HELP: Cashiers, Waterpark Attendants, Lifeguards, Ride Operators Wage based on experience. Benefits available. 410-289-4902
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PAGE 54 BOB VAN GALOUBANDI, ESQ. 1777 REISTERSTOWN ROAD, SUITE 375 BALTIMORE, MARYLAND 21208
SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE’S SALE
OF 718 MOORING ROAD, UNIT B102 OCEAN CITY, MARYLAND 21842 Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust, dated June 10, 2021, executed and delivered by Frederick Henry Eisenbrandt to the trustee for the benefit of the holder of the indebtedness (the “Noteholder”), recorded among the Land Records of Worcester County, Maryland, in Liber 8105, folio 186 (the “Deed of Trust”); the Noteholder having subsequently appointed Bob Van Galoubandi, Substitute Trustee (the “Trustee”), under the Deed of Trust pursuant to a Deed of Appointment of Substitute Trustee, dated July 23, 2026, duly executed, acknowledged, and recorded among the Land Records of Worcester County, Maryland, in Liber 9213, folio 274, default having occurred under the terms of said Deed of Trust and at the request of the Noteholder, the Trustee will offer for sale to the highest qualified bidder at a public auction, ON THE PREMISES of 718 Mooring Road, Unit B102, Ocean City, Maryland 21842, on: October 23, 2026 at 3:00 PM THAT CERTAIN real property and any improvements thereon described in the Deed of Trust and being situate in Worcester County, Maryland (the “Property”), as follows: ALL THAT piece or parcel of ground situate, lying and being in the Town of Ocean City, in the Tenth Election District of Worcester County, Maryland, and being more particularly designated and distinguished as Condominium Unit Numbered and Lettered 102-B of Condominium entitled, �The Chateau Condominium� created pursuant to a Declaration and ByLaws thereof made by the New Phoenix Landmark, a joint venture, dated May 30, 1975, and recorded among the land records of Worcester County, Maryland, in Liber F.W.H. No. 491, folios 124, et seq., and pursuant to the several plats described in the aforesaid Declaration and recorded among the Land Records of Worcester County, Maryland, in Plat Book F.W.H. No. 52, folios 60 thru 65, inclusive. Tax Acct No. 10-099420 TERMS OF SALE: A deposit in the amount of ($20,000.00), payable in cash, certified check or other form acceptable to the Trustee, will be required of the purchaser at the time and place of the sale for the Property. The balance of the purchase price shall be due in cash or by certified check with interest on the unpaid balance of the purchase price at the rate of (10.00%) per annum from the date of sale to and including the date of settlement. In the event the Noteholder, its servicer or an affiliate, or
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OC Today-Dispatch/Public Notices assignee of any one of them, is the purchaser, such party will not be required to make a deposit or to pay interest on the unpaid purchase money. Taxes, water rent and all other municipal charges and liens owed against the Property (if any) shall be the responsibility of the purchaser and shall be paid by the purchaser at settlement. In addition, all other charges, expenses and liens owed against the Property including, but not limited to, all condominium fees, HOA fees, and expenses and public charges and assessments owed against the Property and payable on a periodic basis, such as sanitary and/or metropolitan district charges (if any) shall also be the responsibility of the purchaser and shall be paid by the purchaser at settlement. The Trustee reserves the right to reject any and all bids, and to extend the time for settlement, if applicable. The Property will be sold in “AS IS” condition and without any warranties or representations, either express or implied, as to the nature, condition or description of the improvements. In addition, the Property will also be sold subject to all existing housing, building and zoning code violations, subject to all critical area and wetland violations, subject to all environmental problems and violations which may exist on or with respect to the Property, and subject to all matters and restrictions of record affecting the same (if any). The purchaser at the foreclosure sale shall assume the risk of loss for the above-referenced Property immediately after the sale takes place. It shall be the purchaser’s responsibility to obtain possession of the Property following ratification of the sale by the Circuit Court for Worcester County. The Property will be sold subject to all easements, conditions, ground leases, senior liens, taxes, restrictions, rights of redemption, covenants, encumbrances, agreements, and unexpired leases of record, and such state of facts that an accurate survey or physical inspection of the Property might disclose (if any) that are not otherwise extinguished by operation of law. The purchaser shall pay all state and local transfer taxes, recordation taxes and fees, title examination costs, attorneys’ fees, conveyance fees and all other incidental settlement costs. The purchaser shall settle and comply with the sale terms within twenty (20) days following the final ratification of sale by the Circuit Court for Worcester County, unless said period is extended by the Trustee for good cause shown. Time is of the essence. Settlement shall be held at the office of the Trustee. In the event the purchaser fails to go to settlement as required, subject to order of court, purchaser agrees that property will be resold and entire deposit retained by the Trustee as liquidated damages for all losses occasioned by the purchaser’s default and purchaser shall have no further liability. The defaulted purchaser shall not be entitled to any surplus proceeds resulting from said resale even if such surplus results from improvements to the property
by said defaulted purchaser. If the Trustee is unable to convey the Property as described above, the purchaser’s sole remedy at law or in equity shall be limited to the refund of the aforementioned deposit, without interest thereon. Upon refund of the deposit to the purchaser, the sale shall be void and of no effect, and the purchaser shall have no further claim against the Trustee or the Noteholder. The information contained herein is offered for informational purposes only. The Auctioneer, the Noteholder and the Trustee do not make any representations or warranties with respect to the accuracy of this information. Bob Van Galoubandi, Substitute Trustee For further information, contact: Bob Van Galoubandi, Esq. 1777 Reisterstown Road, Suite 375 Baltimore, Maryland 21208 (410) 739-4562 OCD-10/8/3t _________________________________ JAMES E. CLUBB, JR., ESQ. 108 N. 8th Street Ocean City, Maryland 21842
TRUSTEE'S SALE OF TIME-SHARE INTERVALS IN THE CLUB OCEAN VILLAS II CONDOMINIUM OCEAN CITY, MARYLAND
By virtue of a Claim of Lien recorded among the Land Records of Worcester County, Maryland, and pursuant to the Order of the Circuit Court for Worcester County, Maryland, Case No. C-23-CV-26-000245, the undersigned Trustee will offer for sale at public auction in front of the management office at the Club Ocean Villas II Condominium building located at 105 120th Street, Ocean City, MD 21842, the following described property located in the Town of Ocean City, in the Tenth Election District of Worcester County, Maryland, on FRIDAY, OCTOBER 16, 2026 AT 9:00 A.M. Time Intervals Wk 21 Wk 22 Wk 22 Wk 21 Wk 21 Wk 22 Wk 21 Wk 21 Wk 21 Wk 22 Wk 21 Wk 21 Wk 23 Wk 22 Wk 21 Wk 21 Wk 22 Wk 21 Wk 21 Wk 22 Wk 21 Wk 21 Wk 21 Wk 23 Wk 22
Units 258 244 249 255 265 248 263 209 216 213 239 245 257 197 269 260 196 268 193 198 247 213 224 192 212
Each time interval being one week per year of the corresponding unit, each unit being part of the Club Ocean Villas II Condominium as established pursuant to a Condominium Declaration and Bylaws recorded among the Land Records of Worcester County, Maryland, and subsequent Time-Share Instruments as to each condominium unit, and recorded among the aforesaid Land Records. The property will be sold in an as is condition and subject to conditions, restrictions and agreements of record affecting the same, if any, and with no warranties or guarantees. A secured party may bid and shall be excused from deposit requirements. The Trustee reserves the right to reject any and all bids. Terms of Sale: A deposit in the full amount of sale plus closing costs per lime interval will be required at the time of sale, such deposit to be in cash or check. Cost of all recordation and transfer taxes, and all other incidental settlement costs shall be borne by the purchaser. The date of settlement shall be fifteen (15) days after final ratification by the Circuit Court for Worcester County, Maryland, time being of the essence; otherwise, the deposit will be forfeited and the property will be resold at the risk and expense of the defaulting purchaser, or in any manner designated by the Trustee; or, without forfeiting deposit, the Seller may exercise any of its legal or equitable rights against the defaulting purchaser. For more information, call: James E. Clubb, Jr., Esq. Trustee 410-289-2323 OCD-10/1/3t _________________________________ JAMES E. CLUBB, JR., ESQ. 108 N. 8th Street Ocean City, Maryland 21842
TRUSTEE'S SALE OF TIME-SHARE INTERVALS IN THE CLUB OCEAN VILLAS II CONDOMINIUM OCEAN CITY, MARYLAND
By virtue of a Claim of Lien recorded among the Land Records of Worcester County, Maryland, and pursuant to the Order of the Circuit Court for Worcester County, Maryland, Case No. C-23-CV-26-000249, the undersigned Trustee will offer for sale at public auction in front of the management office at the Club Ocean Villas II Condominium building located at 105 120th Street, Ocean City. MD 21842, the following described property located in the Town of Ocean City, in the Tenth Election District of Worcester County, Maryland, on FRIDAY, OCTOBER 16, 2026 AT 9:15 A.M. Time Intervals Wk 24 Wk 26 Wk 25 Wk 27 Wk 24 Wk 28
Units 214 248 211 258 253 265
OCTOBER 16, 2026 Wk 25 Wk 26 Wk 24 Wk 27 Wk 26 Wk 25 Wk 26 Wk 27 Wk 24 Wk 25 Wk 26 Wk 27 Wk 26 Wk 25 Wk 24 Wk 23 Wk 26 Wk 24 Wk 25
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Each time interval being one week per year of the corresponding unit, each unit being part of the Club Ocean Villas II Condominium as established pursuant to a Condominium Declaration and Bylaws recorded among the Land Records of Worcester County, Maryland, and subsequent Time-Share Instruments as to each condominium unit, and recorded among the aforesaid Land Records. The property will be sold in an as is condition and subject to conditions, restrictions and agreements of record affecting the same, if any, and with no warranties or guarantees. A secured party may bid and shall be excused from deposit requirements. The Trustee reserves the right to reject any and all bids. Terms of Sale: A deposit in the full amount of sale plus closing costs per time interval will be required at the time of sale, such deposit to be in cash or check. Cost of all recordation and transfer taxes, and all other incidental settlement costs shall be borne by the purchaser. The date of settlement shall be fifteen (15) days after final ratification by the Circuit Court for Worcester County, Maryland, lime being of the essence; otherwise, the deposit will be forfeited and the property will be resold at the risk and expense of the defaulting purchaser, or in any manner designated by the Trustee; or, without forfeiting deposit, the Seller may exercise any of its legal or equitable rights against the defaulting purchaser. For more information, call: James E. Clubb, Jr., Esq. Trustee 410-289-2323 OCD-10/1/3t _________________________________ JAMES E. CLUBB, JR., ESQ. 108 N. 8th Street Ocean City, Maryland 21842
TRUSTEE'S SALE OF TIME-SHARE INTERVALS IN THE CLUB OCEAN VILLAS II CONDOMINIUM OCEAN CITY, MARYLAND
By virtue of a Claim of Lien recorded among the Land Records of Worcester County, Maryland, and pursuant to the Order of the Circuit Court for Worcester County, Maryland, Case No. C-23-CV-26-000252, the undersigned Trustee will offer
for sale at public auction in front of the management office at the Club Ocean Villas 11 Condominium building located at 105 120th Street, Ocean City. MD 21842. the following described property located in the Town of Ocean City. in the Tenth Election District of Worcester County, Maryland, on FRIDAY, OCTOBER 16, 2026 AT 9:30 A.M. Time Intervals Wk 43 Wk 18 Wk 8 Wk 11 Wk 15 Wk 48 Wk 50 Wk 13 Wk 37 Wk 9 Wk 4 Wk 38 Wk 46 Wk 51 Wk 35 Wk 35 Wk 35 Wk 35 Wk 35 Wk 35 Wk 35 Wk 35 Wk 35 Wk 35 Wk 35
Units 189 189 189 189 189 189 189 189 189 189 189 189 189 189 276 267 246 223 269 237 245 260 239 261 259
Each time interval being one week per year of the corresponding unit. each unit being part of the Club Ocean Villas II Condominium as established pursuant to a Condominium Declaration and Bylaws recorded among the Land Records of Worcester County. Maryland, and subsequent Time-Share Instruments as to each condominium unit, and recorded among the aforesaid Land Records. The property will be sold in an as is condition and subject to conditions. restrictions and agreements of record affecting the same. if any, and with no warranties or guarantees. A secured party may bid and shall be excused from deposit requirements. The Trustee reserves the right to reject any and all bids. Terms of Sale: A deposit in the full amount of sale plus closing costs per time interval will be required at the time of sale. such deposit to be in cash or check. Cost of all recordation and transfer taxes. and all other incidental settlement costs shall be borne by the purchaser. The date of settlement shall be fifteen (15) days after final ratification by the Circuit Court for Worcester County, Maryland, time being of the essence; otherwise, the deposit will be forfeited and the property will be resold at the risk and expense of the defaulting purchaser, or in any manner designated by the Trustee; or. without forfeiting deposit, the Seller may exercise any of its legal or equitable rights against the defaulting purchaser. For more information, call: James E. Clubb. Jr., Esq. Trustee 410-289-2323 OCD-10/1/3t _________________________________
JAMES E. CLUBB, JR., ESQ. 108 N. 8th Street Ocean City, Maryland 21842
TRUSTEE'S SALE OF TIME-SHARE INTERVALS IN THE CLUB OCEAN VILLAS II CONDOMINIUM OCEAN CITY, MARYLAND
By virtue of a Claim of Lien recorded among the Land Records of Worcester County, Maryland, and pursuant to the Order of the Circuit Court for Worcester County, Maryland, Case No. C-23-CV-26-000251, the undersigned Trustee will offer for sale at public auction in front of the management office at the Club Ocean Villas II Condominium building located at 105 120th Street, Ocean City, MD 21842, the following described property located in the Town of Ocean City, in the Tenth Election District of Worcester County, Maryland, on FRIDAY, OCTOBER 16, 2026 AT9:45A.M. Time Intervals Wk 34 Wk 34 Wk 33 Wk 33 Wk 29 Wk 33 Wk 31 Wk 34 Wk 32 Wk 32 Wk 35 Wk 30 Wk 31 Wk 33 Wk 34 Wk 34 Wk 33 Wk 30 Wk 31 Wk 32 Wk 29 Wk 35 Wk 34 Wk 29
Units 238 196 254 269 192 214 256 250 242 237 189 210 266 255 255 215 257 264 242 249 266 193 251 238
Each time interval being one week per year of the corresponding unit, each unit being part of the Club Ocean Villas II Condominium as established pursuant to a Condominium Declaration and Bylaws recorded among the Land Records of Worcester County, Maryland, and subsequent Time-Share Instruments as to each condominium unit, and recorded among the aforesaid Land Records. The property will be sold in an as is condition and subject to conditions, restrictions and agreements of record affecting the same, if any, and with no warranties or guarantees. A secured party may bid and shall be excused from deposit requirements. The Trustee reserves the right to reject any and all bids. Terms of Sale: A deposit in the full amount of sale plus closing costs per time interval will be required at the time of sale, such deposit to be in cash or check. Cost of all recordation and transfer taxes, and all other incidental settlement costs shall be borne by the purchaser. The date of
settlement shall be fifteen (15) days after final ratification by the Circuit Court for Worcester County, Maryland, time being of the essence; otherwise, the deposit will be forfeited and the property will be resold at the risk and expense of the defaulting purchaser, or in any manner designated by the Trustee; or, without forfeiting deposit, the Seller may exercise any of its legal or equitable rights against the defaulting purchaser. For more information, call: James E. Clubb, Jr., Esq. Trustee 410-289-2323 OCD-10/1/3t _________________________________
Mayor & City Council Ocean City, Maryland
PROPOSAL SOLICITATION
P03-27 – Ocean City Beach Patrol Headquarters Garage Fireproofing The Mayor & City Council of Ocean City is seeking Proposals from qualified and experienced Vendors to provide for the Ocean City Beach Patrol Headquarters Garage Fireproofing and for said work to conform with the Proposal Documents. Proposal Documents for the Ocean City Beach Patrol Headquarters Garage Fireproofing may be obtained from the Town’s Procurement Department by either emailing the Procurement Manager, Matt Perry, at mperry@oceancitymd.gov or Dawn Leonard at dleonard@oceancitymd.gov, or by calling (410) 723-6643 during regular business hours, or via the Solicitations tab on the Town’s (https://oceancitymd.gov/oc/procurement-bids/) website. Vendors are responsible for checking this website for Addenda before submitting their Proposals. The Town is not responsible for the content of any Proposal Document received through any third-party service. Vendors are responsible for ensuring the completeness and accuracy of their Completed Proposal Documents. A Pre-Proposal Meeting will be held on MONDAY, OCTOBER 5TH, 2026 AT 10:00AM EST, AT THE OCEAN CITY BEACH PATROL HEADQUARTERS, 109 TALBOT STREET, OCEAN CITY, MARYLAND 21842, for any questions concerning the Proposal Documents. A site survey shall immediately follow the Pre-Proposal Meeting. Vendors interested in additional site survey(s), or Request(s) for Information subsequent to the Pre-Proposal Meeting, may submit such requests formally in writing to the Procurement Manager, who shall review each request on a case-by-case basis. The Last Day for Questions will be on WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 14TH, 2026, AT 4:00PM EST. Ad-
PAGE 56 dendum will be posted by close of business on FRIDAY, OCTOBER 16TH, 2026. Sealed Proposal Documents are due no later than THURSDAY, OCTOBER 22ND, 2026, BY 4:00PM EST. Proposal submissions will be opened, read aloud, and then remanded back to staff for further review at the PROCUREMENT OFFICE CONFERENCE ROOM, ON FRIDAY, OCTOBER 23RD, 2026, AT 10:00AM EST. Proposals are to be submitted to the Procurement Office located at 214 65th Street, Ocean City, Maryland 21842, and the name of the Solicitation (P03-27 – Ocean City Beach Patrol Headquarters Garage Fireproofing) must be noted on the outside of the package. Late Proposal Documents will not be accepted. Minority Vendors are encouraged to compete for the Award of the Solicitation. OCD-9/24/5t _________________________________
OC Today-Dispatch/Public Notices no later than MONDAY, NOVEMBER 30TH, 2026, BY 10:00AM EST. BID submissions will be opened, read aloud, and then remanded back to staff for further review at the MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION, ON TUESDAY, DECEMBER 1ST, 2026, AT 1:00PM EST. BID’s are to be submitted to the Mayor and City Council, Attention: City Clerk; Room 230, 301 North Baltimore Avenue, Ocean City, Maryland 21842, and the name of the Solicitation (Ocean City Convention Center Lobby Floor Replacement) must be noted on the outside of the package. Late BID Documents will not be accepted. Minority Vendors are encouraged to compete for the Award of the Solicitation. OCD-9/24/9t _________________________________
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Disposal of Surplus Vehicles and Equipment to be Auctioned on GovDeals.com "Disposition of County Personal Property no longer used by the County"
Mayor & City Council Ocean City, Maryland
BID SOLICITATION
B05-27 – Ocean City Convention Center Lobby Floor Replacement The Mayor & City Council of Ocean City is seeking BID’s from qualified and experienced Vendors to provide for the Ocean City Convention Center Lobby Floor Replacement and for said work to conform with the BID Documents. BID Documents for the Ocean City Convention Center Lobby Floor Replacement may be obtained from the Town’s Procurement Department by either e-mailing the Procurement Manager, Matt Perry, at mperry@oceancitymd.gov or Dawn Leonard at dleonard@oceancitymd.gov, or by calling (410) 7236643 during regular business hours, or via the Solicitations tab on the Town’s (https://oceancitymd.gov/oc/ procurement-bids/) website. Vendors are responsible for checking this website for Addenda before submitting their BID’s. The Town is not responsible for the content of any BID Document received through any third-party service. Vendors are responsible for ensuring the completeness and accuracy of their Completed BID Documents. A Pre-BID Meeting will be held on TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 3RD, 2026 AT 10:00AM EST, AT THE OCEAN CITY CONVENTION CENTER CONFERENCE ROOM, 4001 COASTAL HIGHWAY, OCEAN CITY, MARYLAND 21842. The Last Day for Questions will be on THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 19TH, 2026 AT 4:00PM EST. Addendum will be posted by close of business on MONDAY, NOVEMBER 23RD, 2026. Sealed BID Documents are due
The following described personal property, including vehicles, furniture and equipment, have been determined to be no longer required for County use by the County Commissioners of Worcester County, Maryland and deemed to be surplus property: SURPLUS VEHICLES AND EQUIPMENT Surplus vehicles, listed by make and model (with model year), as follows: Chevrolet Colorado (2005); Ford F350 SRW (2009); Chevrolet Silverado 2500 4x4 (2005); International 7600 6x4 Roll Off Truck (2002); Chevrolet 2500 Utility Body 2WD (2002); International 7400 SBA 6x4 Vactor 2100 (2006); International 2574 Tandem Dump Truck (1991); Chevrolet Tahoe (2013); Chevrolet Tahoe (2015); Chevrolet Tahoe (2015); Chevrolet Tahoe (2017); Ford Expedition (2017); Chevrolet Tahoe (2014); Chevrolet Tahoe (2012); Chevrolet Tahoe (2013); Chevrolet Tahoe (2013); Chevrolet Tahoe (2012); Chevrolet Tahoe (2013); Chevrolet Impala (2018); Chevrolet Tahoe (2011); Ford E-450 Ambulance/TAC (2000); Chevrolet Tahoe 4x4 (2013); Chevrolet Tahoe (2012). Surplus equipment, including: Smithco 3 Wheel Bunker Rake; John Deere 3 Wheel Bunker Rake; John Deere 3 Wheel Bunker Rake; John Deere 2555 2WD Tractor (1987); John Deere X340 54” Lawnmower (2006); SGI 3 Point Plug Aerator; Frontier 3PT 6FT Scraper Blade; Woods BB72X Brush Hog 3 Point; Detail K2 Inc Aval8219 Snow Plow; JCB Backhoe ( 2009); Terex Powerscreen (2010); Woods Batwing BW12 Brush Hog; Leeboy Tack Trailer (2004); New Holland TS100A (2005); John Deere 6415 (2007); Rhino DB150 Rotary Cutter (2003); Rhino DB150 Rotary Cutter (2008). Surplus furniture and miscella-
neous equipment, including: Automotive Toolbox (Craftsman); 1 Gym Floor Cleaner; Small Practice Soccer Goals; Elite Fitness Squat Rack; Plastic/Metal Chairs; Filing Cabinets; Office Shelves; 5 Echo Backpack Blowers, 4 Echo String Trimmers; Misc. Computers; IT Network and Server Equipment Cabinet; Misc. Full Size Steel Soccer Goals; Two Utility Yard Carts; Duty Weapon Pistol Holsters. TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF SALE AND CONVEYANCE: The County Commissioners propose to solicit competitive bids via an Internet-based auction system operated by GovDeals, Inc. for which the winning bidder pays a buyer's premium of twelve and one-half percent (12.5%) of the winning bid for each transaction so that there is no net cost to the County. All of the above referenced surplus property will be offered for sale "AS IS, WHERE IS." The County Commissioners make no warranty, guaranty or representation of any kind, expressed or implied, as to the merchantability or fitness for any purpose of the property offered for sale. The County Commissioners warrant to the buyer that the property offered for sale will conform to it description. The County Commissioners reserve the right to reject any and all bids as they see fit and to withdraw from sale any of the items listed. Payment in full by successful bidders shall be made to Worcester County Commissioners. OPPORTUNITY FOR OBJECTIONS: Anyone objecting to the proposed conveyance of the above surplus vehicles and equipment shall do so in writing prior to 4:30 p.m. on Thursday, October 15, 2026, or in person at the regularly scheduled meeting of the County Commissioners to be held at 10:00 a.m. on October 20, 2026 in the County Commissioners Meeting Room, Room 1101 - Government Center, One West Market Street, Snow Hill, Maryland 21863. WORCESTER COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OCD-10/1/3t _________________________________ B. RANDALL COATES ESQ. COATES, COATES, & COATES 204 WEST GREEN STREET P.O. BOX 293 SNOW HILL, MD 21863
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OF APPOINTMENT NOTICE TO CREDITORS NOTICE TO UNKNOWN HEIRS Estate No. 21256 TO ALL PERSONS INTERESTED IN THE ESTATE OF FIKRIYE YUCEL Notice is given that Omer Nail Yucel, 10308 Keyser Point Rd., Ocean City, MD 21842-9768, was on September 23, 2026 appointed Personal Representative of the estate of Fikriye Yucel who died on June 01, 2026, with a will. Further information can be obtained by reviewing the estate file in the office of the Register of Wills or by contacting the personal representative or the attorney. All interested persons or unpaid claimants having any objection to
OCTOBER 16, 2026 the appointment of the personal representative shall file their objection with the Register of Wills on or before the 23rd day of March, 2027. All persons having any objection to the probate of the will of the decedent shall file their objections with the Register of Wills on or before the 23rd day of March, 2027. Any person having a claim against the decedent must present the claim to the undersigned personal representative or file it with the Register of Wills with a copy to the undersigned on or before the earlier of the following dates: (1) Six months from the date of the decedent’s death; or (2) Two months after the personal representative mails or otherwise delivers to the creditor a copy of this published notice or other written notice, notifying the creditor that the claim will be barred unless the creditor presents the claims within two months from the mailing or other delivery of the notice. A claim not presented or filed on or before that date, or any extension provided by law, is unenforceable thereafter. Claim forms may be obtained from the Register of Wills. Omer Nail Yucel Personal Representative True Test Copy Terri Westcott Register of Wills for Worcester County One W. Market Street Room 102 - Court House Snow Hill, MD 21863-1074 Name of newspaper designated by personal representative: Ocean City Digest Date of publication: October 01, 2026 OCD-10/1/3t _________________________________ B. RANDALL COATES ESQ COATES, COATES, & COATES 204 WEST GREEN STREET P O BOX 293 SNOW HILL, MD 21863
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OF APPOINTMENT NOTICE TO CREDITORS NOTICE TO UNKNOWN HEIRS To all persons interested in the estate of GEORGE LEE PRUITT Estate No. 21252 Notice is given that MICHAEL R PRUITT whose address is 210 IRONSHIRE ST SNOW HILL, MD 21863-1162 was on SEPTEMBER 23, 2026 appointed Personal Representative of the estate of GEORGE LEE PRUITT who died on AUGUST 19, 2026 with a will. Further information can be obtained by reviewing the estate file in the office of the Register of Wills or by contacting the personal representative or the attorney. All interested persons or unpaid claimants having any objection to the appointment of the personal representative shall file their objection with the Register of Wills on or before the 23rd day of MARCH, 2027. All persons having any objection to the probate of the will of the decedent shall file their objections with the Register of Wills on or before the 23rd day of MARCH, 2027. Any person having a claim against the decedent must present
OCTOBER 16, 2026 the claim to the undersigned personal representative or file it with the Register of Wills with a copy to the undersigned on or before the earlier of the following dates: (1) Six months from the date of the decedent's death; or (2) Two months after the personal representative mails or otherwise delivers to the creditor a copy of this published notice or other written notice, notifying the creditor that the claim will be barred unless the creditor presents the claims within two months from the mailing or other delivery of the notice. A claim not presented or filed on or before that date, or any extension provided by law, is unenforceable thereafter. Claim forms may be obtained from the Register of Wills. TERRI WESTCOTT, Register of Wills for WORCESTER COUNTY ONE W MARKET STREET ROOM 102 - COURT HOUSE SNOW HILL, MD 21863-1074 OCD-10/1/3t _________________________________ JACKSON C. HUGHES ESQ. STOUFFER LEGAL, LLC 658 KENILWORTH DR., STE. 203 TOWSON, MD 21204-2334
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OF APPOINTMENT NOTICE TO CREDITORS NOTICE TO UNKNOWN HEIRS Estate No. 21283 TO ALL PERSONS INTERESTED IN THE ESTATE OF MARK K. HOLLAND AKA: MARK KENNETH HOLLAND Notice is given that Joellen Holland, 28040 Sunbury Ct., Salisbury, MD 21801-1807, was on September 24, 2026 appointed Personal Representative of the estate of Mark K. Holland who died on July 10, 2026, without a will. Further information can be obtained by reviewing the estate file in the office of the Register of Wills or by contacting the personal representative or the attorney. All interested persons or unpaid claimants having any objection to the appointment of the personal representative shall file their objection with the Register of Wills on or before the 24th day of March, 2027. All persons having any objection to the probate of the will of the decedent shall file their objections with the Register of Wills on or before the 24th day of March, 2027. Any person having a claim against the decedent must present the claim to the undersigned personal representative or file it with the Register of Wills with a copy to the undersigned on or before the earlier of the following dates: (1) Six months from the date of the decedent’s death; or (2) Two months after the personal representative mails or otherwise delivers to the creditor a copy of this published notice or other written notice, notifying the creditor that the claim will be barred unless the creditor presents the claims within two months from the mailing or other delivery of the notice. A claim not presented or filed on or before that date, or any extension provided by law, is unenforceable thereafter. Claim forms may be obtained from the Reg-
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PUBLIC NOTICE The motor vehicles described below have been abandoned. The owners and lien holders are hereby informed of their right to reclaim the vehicles upon payment of all charges and costs resulting from the towing, preservation, and storage of the vehicles. The failure of the owners or lien holders to reclaim the vehicles within three weeks of notification shall be deemed a waiver by the owners or lien holders of all rights, title and interest and thereby consent to the sale of the vehicles at public auction or to have it otherwise disposed of in a manner provided by law. These three weeks of notification begins on DATE: 10/02/2026 Line No 092-26 130-26 188-26 619-26 625-26 657-26 665-26 683-26 685-26 694-26 707-26 710-26 733-26 746-26 748-26
Year 2014 2011 2005 1997 2010 2015 2004 2011 2005 2003 2011 2023 2008 2014 2026
Make NISSAN SUBARU JEEP DODGE AUDI FORD CHEVY GMC GMC FORD JEEP SUZUKI CHEVY KAWASAKI FORD
Model ROGUE FORESTER CHEROKEE RAM 3QT FUSION CAVALIER TERRAIN YUKON F150 PATRIOT GSXR750 IMPALA NINJA 300 TRANSIT 250
Color MPV 4D GRN SU SILVER MP RED PU BLK PC WHITE 4D SILVER 4D WHITE SU BLACK PU BLUE PU SILVER SU GRY/RED MC WHITE PC GREEN MC WHITE VAN
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All vehicles will be sold at auction on-line at www.govdeals.com. For details call 410-723-6643. AUTH: Raymond J Austin Chief of Police OCD-10/1/3t ________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ister of Wills. Joellen Holland Personal Representative True Test Copy Terri Westcott Register of Wills for Worcester County One W. Market Street Room 102 - Court House Snow Hill, MD 21863-1074 Name of newspaper designated by personal representative: Ocean City Digest Date of publication: October 01, 2026 OCD-10/1/3t _________________________________ WILLIAMS MOORE, L.L.P. CHRISTOPHER T. WOODLEY ESQ. 12800 HOSPITALITY WAY OCEAN CITY, MD 21842-9394
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TO CREDITORS OF APPOINTMENT OF FOREIGN PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE ESTATE NO. 21285 NOTICE IS GIVEN that the Court of Common Pleas of York County, Pennsylvania appointed (1) Michael J. Waltersdorff, 1850 Northview Rd., York, PA 17406-2450 and (2) Sandra Waltersdorff, 1825 Marigold Rd., York, PA 17408-1529 as the Co-Executors of the Estate of Judith E. Waltersdorff, AKA: Judith Elaine Waltersdorff who died on February 22, 2026 domiciled in Pennsylvania, USA.
The name and address of the Maryland resident agent for service of process is (1) Christopher T. Woodley, 12800 Hospitality Way, Ocean City, MD 21842-9394 and (2) Christopher T. Woodley, 12800 Hospitality Way, Ocean City, MD 218429394. At the time of death, the decedent owned real or leasehold property in the following Maryland counties: Worcester. All persons having claims against the decedent must file their claims with the Register of Wills for Worcester County with a copy to the foreign personal representative on or before the earlier of the following dates: (1) Six months from the date of the decedent’s death; or (2) Two months after the foreign personal representative mails or delivers to the creditor a copy of this published notice or other written notice, notifying the creditor that the claim will be barred unless the creditor presents the claim within two months from the mailing or other delivery of the notice. Claims filed after that date or after a date extended by law will be barred. (1) Michael J. Waltersdorff (2) Sandra A. Waltersdorff Foreign Personal Representatives Terri Westcott Register of Wills One W. Market Street Room 102 - Court House Snow Hill, MD 21863-1074 Name of Newspaper:
Ocean City Digest Date of first publication: October 08, 2026 OCD-10/8/3t _________________________________ Aldridge Pite, LLP 6001 Executive Blvd., Suite 200 Rockville, MD 20852 ANDREW J. BRENNER, et al. 6001 Executive Blvd., Suite 200 Rockville, MD 20852 Substitute Trustees/ Plaintiffs vs. MARGARET SMITH GRANT 4 Windjammer Road Berlin, MD 21811 Defendant(s) IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR WORCESTER COUNTY, MARYLAND Case No. C-23-CV-26-000141
NOTICE
Notice is hereby given this 5th day of October, 2026, by the Circuit Court for Worcester County, Maryland, that the sale of the property mentioned in these proceedings and described as 4 Windjammer Road, Berlin, MD 21811, made and reported by the Substitute Trustee, will be RATIFIED AND CONFIRMED, unless cause to the contrary thereof be shown on or before the 2nd day of November, 2026, provided a copy of this NOTICE be inserted in some weekly newspaper printed in said County, once in each
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of three successive weeks before the 26th day of October, 2026. The report states the purchase price at the Foreclosure sale to be $459,000.00. Susan R. Braniecki Clerk, Circuit Court for Worcester County, Maryland True Copy Test: Susan R. Braniecki Clerk of the Circuit Court Worcester County MD OCD-10/8/3t _________________________________ JULIE GOODWIN WEBER, ESQ. GOODWIN WEBER, PLLC 201 E. PATRICK ST., #113 FREDERICK, MD 21701-5631
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OF APPOINTMENT NOTICE TO CREDITORS NOTICE TO UNKNOWN HEIRS Estate No. 21201 TO ALL PERSONS INTERESTED IN THE ESTATE OF JOHN ANDRIGHETTI Notice is given that Eric Andrighetti, 8023 Copper Way, Dallas, TX 75252-6512, was on October 05, 2026 appointed Personal Representative of the estate of John Adnrighetti who died on July 21, 2026, without a will. Further information can be obtained by reviewing the estate file in the office of the Register of Wills or by contacting the personal representative or the attorney. All interested persons or unpaid claimants having any objection to the appointment of the personal representative shall file their objection with the Register of Wills on or before the 5th day of April, 2027. All persons having any objection to the probate of the will of the decedent shall file their objections with the Register of Wills on or before the 5th day of April, 2027. Any person having a claim against the decedent must present the claim to the undersigned personal representative or file it with the Register of Wills with a copy to the undersigned on or before the earlier of the following dates: (1) Six months from the date of the decedent’s death; or (2) Two months after the personal representative mails or otherwise delivers to the creditor a copy of this published notice or other written notice, notifying the creditor that the claim will be barred unless the creditor presents the claims within two months from the mailing or other delivery of the notice. A claim not presented or filed on or before that date, or any extension provided by law, is unenforceable thereafter. Claim forms may be obtained from the Register of Wills. Eric Andrighetti Personal Representative True Test Copy Terri Westcott Register of Wills for Worcester County One W. Market Street Room 102 - Court House Snow Hill, MD 21863-1074 Name of newspaper designated by personal representative: Ocean City Digest Date of publication: October 08, 2026
OCD-10/8/3t _________________________________ VICTORIA L. O'NEILL ESQ. AYRES JENKINS GORDY & ALMAND P A 6200 COASTAL HIGHWAY SUITE 200 OCEAN CITY, MD 21842
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TO CREDITORS OF APPOINTMENT OF FOREIGN PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVES ESTATE NO. 21305 NOTICE IS GIVEN that the PROBATE court of COBB COUNTY, GA appointed GEORGE HARRISON DAVIS JR whose address is 204 HIGHLANDS RIDGE PL SE SMYRNA, GA 30082-7320 as the EXECUTOR of the Estate of THELMA TEMPLE DAVIS who died on OCTOBER 24, 2008 domiciled in GA, USA. The name and address of the Maryland resident agent for service of process is VICTORIA L O'NEILL whose address is 6200 COASTAL HWY STE 200 OCEAN CITY, MD 21842-6697. At the time of death, the decedent owned real or leasehold property in the following Maryland counties: WORCESTER COUNTY, MD. All persons having claims against the decedent must file their claims with the Register of Wills for WORCESTER COUNTY with a copy to the foreign personal representative on or before the earlier of the following dates: (1) Six months from the date of the decedent's death; or (2) Two months after the foreign personal representative mails or delivers to the creditor a copy of this published notice or other written notice, notifying the creditor that the claim will be barred unless the creditor presents the claim within two months from the mailing or delivery of the notice. Claims filed after that date or after a date extended by law will be barred. TERRI WESTCOTT, Register of Wills for WORCESTER COUNTY ONE W MARKET STREET ROOM 102 - COURT HOUSE SNOW HILL, MD 21863-1074 OCD-10/15/3t _________________________________ PETER S. BUAS, ESQ. COASTAL LAW OFFICE, LLC 3509 COASTAL HWY. OCEAN CITY, MD 21842-3334
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OF APPOINTMENT NOTICE TO CREDITORS NOTICE TO UNKNOWN HEIRS Estate No. 21225 TO ALL PERSONS INTERESTED IN THE ESTATE OF WILLIAM WYTHE PEARSON Notice is given that Joseph W. Pearson, 2117 Capstone Cir., Herndon, VA 20170-5904, was on October 06, 2026 appointed Personal Representative of the estate of William Wythe Pearson who died on September 26, 2022, with a will. Further information can be obtained by reviewing the estate file in the office of the Register of Wills or by contacting the personal representative or the attorney. All interested persons or unpaid
claimants having any objection to the appointment of the personal representative shall file their objection with the Register of Wills on or before the 6th day of April, 2027. All persons having any objection to the probate of the will of the decedent shall file their objections with the Register of Wills on or before the 6th day of April, 2027. Any person having a claim against the decedent must present the claim to the undersigned personal representative or file it with the Register of Wills with a copy to the undersigned on or before the earlier of the following dates: (1) Six months from the date of the decedent’s death; or (2) Two months after the personal representative mails or otherwise delivers to the creditor a copy of this published notice or other written notice, notifying the creditor that the claim will be barred unless the creditor presents the claims within two months from the mailing or other delivery of the notice. A claim not presented or filed on or before that date, or any extension provided by law, is unenforceable thereafter. Claim forms may be obtained from the Register of Wills. Joseph W. Pearson Personal Representative True Test Copy Terri Westcott Register of Wills for Worcester County One W. Market Street Room 102 - Court House Snow Hill, MD 21863-1074 Name of newspaper designated by personal representative: Ocean City Digest Date of publication: October 15, 2026 OCD-10/15/3t _________________________________
OCTOBER 16, 2026 third-party service. Vendors are responsible for ensuring the completeness and accuracy of their Completed BID Documents. A Pre-BID Meeting will be held on TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 10TH, 2026 AT 10:00AM EST, AT THE PROCUREMENT CONFERENCE ROOM, 214 65TH STREET, OCEAN CITY, MARYLAND 21842. The Last Day for Questions will be on TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 24TH, 2026 AT 4:00PM EST. Addendum will be posted by close of business on MONDAY, DECEMBER 1ST, 2026. Sealed BID Documents are due no later than THURSDAY, DECEMBER 10TH, 2026, BY 4:00PM EST. BID submissions will be opened, read aloud, and then remanded back to staff for further review at the PROCUREMENT CONFERENCE ROOM, ON FRIDAY, DECEMBER 11TH, 2026, AT 10:00AM EST. BID’s are to be submitted to the Mayor and City Council, Attention: Procurement Manager; 214 65th Street, Ocean City, Maryland 21842, and the name of the Solicitation (MultiFunction Devices) must be noted on the outside of the package. Late BID Documents will not be accepted. Minority Vendors are encouraged to compete for the Award of the Solicitation. Matt Perry, CMPO Procurement Manager Town of Ocean City, Maryland OCD-10/15/8t _________________________________
TOWN OF BERLIN, MARYLAND
NOTICE
Mayor & City Council Ocean City, Maryland
BID SOLICITATION
B06-27 – Multi-Function Devices The Mayor & City Council of Ocean City is seeking BID’s from qualified and experienced Vendors to provide for the Multi-Function Devices and for said work to conform with the BID Documents. BID Documents for the MultiFunction Devices may be obtained from the Town’s Procurement Department by either e-mailing the Procurement Manager, Matt Perry, at mperry@oceancitymd.gov or Dawn Leonard at dleonard@oceancitymd.gov, or by calling (410) 7236643 during regular business hours, or via the Solicitations tab on the Town’s (https://oceancitymd.gov/ c/procurement-bids/) website. Vendors are responsible for checking this website for Addenda before submitting their BID’s. The Town is not responsible for the content of any BID Document received through any
OF PUBLIC HEARING ORDINANCE 2026-08 GENERAL OBLIGATION BORROWING FOR BERLIN LEAD SERVICE LINE REPLACEMENT PHASE 1A AN ORDINANCE OF THE COUNCIL (THE “COUNCIL”) OF MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF BERLIN (THE “TOWN”) AUTHORIZING AND EMPOWERING THE TOWN TO ISSUE AND SELL FROM TIME TO TIME, UPON ITS FULL FAITH AND CREDIT, ONE OR MORE SERIES OF (1) GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS IN AN ORIGINAL AGGREGATE PRINCIPAL AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $2,286,853, AND (2) GENERAL OBLIGATION REFUNDING BONDS, PROVIDED THAT THE ORIGINAL AGGREGATE PRINCIPAL AMOUNT OF ANY SERIES OF REFUNDING BONDS SHALL NOT EXCEED ONE HUNDRED THIRTY PERCENT (130%) OF THE AGGREGATE PRINCIPAL AMOUNT OF THE BONDS REFUNDED THEREFROM, FOR THE PUBLIC PURPOSE OF FINANCING, REIMBURSING OR REFINANCING COSTS OF A PROJECT THAT THE TOWN GENERALLY REFERS TO AS “BERLIN LEAD SERVICE LINE REPLACE-
OCTOBER 16, 2026 MENT PHASE 1A,” TOGETHER WITH RELATED COSTS AS PROVIDED HEREIN; DETERMINING THAT ANY SUCH SERIES OF BONDS BE SOLD TO THE MARYLAND WATER INFRASTRUCTURE FINANCING ADMINISTRATION (THE “ADMINISTRATION”) BY PRIVATE SALE, WITHOUT PUBLIC BIDDING; PROVIDING THAT THE COUNCIL BY RESOLUTION SHALL DETERMINE OR PROVIDE FOR CERTAIN DETAILS OF ANY SUCH SERIES OF BONDS OR REFUNDING BONDS (EACH, A “SERIES OF OBLIGATIONS” OR “OBLIGATIONS”), INCLUDING WITH RESPECT TO ANY DEBT SERVICE RESERVE ACCOUNT REQUIRED BY THE ADMINISTRATION FOR ANY REFUNDING BONDS SOLD TO THE ADMINISTRATION; PROVIDING THAT ANY SUCH SERIES OF REFUNDING BONDS WILL BE SOLD BY PRIVATE SALE UNLESS THE COUNCIL BY RESOLUTION DETERMINES OTHERWISE; WITH RESPECT TO ANY OBLIGATIONS SOLD TO THE ADMINISTRATION, AUTHORIZING THE APPROVAL BY RESOLUTION OF ONE OR MORE LOAN AGREEMENTS WITH THE ADMINISTRATION AND, WITH RESPECT TO ANY SUCH LOAN AGREEMENT, ACKNOWLEDGING THE ADMINISTRATION’S RIGHTS THEREUNDER; WITH RESPECT TO ANY OBLIGATIONS SOLD TO THE ADMINISTRATION, MAKING A PLEDGE OF CERTAIN REVENUES RECEIVABLE FROM THE STATE OF MARYLAND, AND ACKNOWLEDGING CERTAIN PAYMENT RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE TOWN; PLEDGING THE TOWN’S FULL FAITH AND CREDIT AND UNLIMITED TAXING POWER TO PAYMENT OF ANY ISSUED OBLIGATIONS AND PROVIDING FOR THE IMPOSITION OF AD VALOREM TAXES UPON ALL REAL AND PERSONAL PROPERTY WITHIN THE TOWN SUBJECT TO ASSESSMENT FOR UNLIMITED MUNICIPAL TAXATION TO PAY SUCH ISSUED OBLIGATIONS; IDENTIFYING OR PROVIDING FOR THE DETERMINATION OF THE SOURCES FROM WHICH DEBT SERVICE ON ANY SERIES OF ISSUED OBLIGATIONS WILL BE PAYABLE IN THE FIRST INSTANCE; AUTHORIZING THE COUNCIL BY RESOLUTION TO PROVIDE FOR POST-CLOSING MODIFICATIONS AFFECTING ANY SERIES OF THE OBLIGATIONS; PROVIDING THAT CERTAIN ACTIONS MAY BE TAKEN OR PROVIDED FOR BY RESOLUTION IN CONNECTION WITH THE REISSUANCE OF ANY OF THE OBLIGATIONS; PROVIDING THAT ANY OBLIGATIONS MAY BE CONSOLIDATED WITH OTHER OBLIGATIONS OF THE TOWN; AUTHORIZING TOWN PERSONNEL TO TAKE CERTAIN ACTIONS IN CONNECTION WITH THE OBLIGATIONS, INCLUDING AS MAY BE DELEGATED BY THE COUNCIL BY RESOLUTION; PROVIDING THAT
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OC Today-Dispatch/Public Notices THE PROVISIONS OF THIS ORDINANCE SHALL BE LIBERALLY CONSTRUED; AND OTHERWISE GENERALLY RELATING TO THE SALE, ISSUANCE, DELIVERY AND PAYMENT OF AND FOR ANY SUCH SERIES OF OBLIGATIONS. The public hearing on the Ordinance will be held at 6:00 PM on Monday, October 26, 2026. The Ordinance was introduced at the Mayor and Council meeting on Tuesday, October 13, 2026, and may be considered for passage at the October 26, 2026, regular meeting, as introduced or as amended. The public hearing and meeting will be held at the Buckingham Presbyterian Church, 20 S. Main Street, Berlin, MD 21811, beginning at 6:00 PM. The hearing is open to the public and public testimony is encouraged. Written comments may be submitted by no later than 12:00 PM (noon) on Monday, October 26, 2026, via email to Kate Daub, kdaub@berlinmd.gov, or to info@berlinmd.gov. The Ordinance is available for review at the Berlin Welcome Center, 14 S. Main Street, Berlin, MD 21811, during regular business hours, Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, or on the Town website at https://berlinmd.gov/government/cou ncil-meetings/. Persons with questions regarding this matter may call Ms. Daub at 410-641-4002 or contact her via the email address above. Please note: The notice of public hearing published on October 8, 2026 incorrectly identified the location of the public hearing and meeting to be held on October 26, 2026, and the location where the Ordinance may be viewed in person. The correct information is provided in this notice. OCD-10/15/2t _________________________________
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
Worcester County FY 2027 Requested Enterprise Funds Operating Budget Amendment The Worcester County Commissioners will conduct a public hearing to receive comments on the proposed FY 2027 Enterprise Funds Operating Budget Amendment on: Tuesday, October 20, 2026, at 10:30 a.m. in the County Commissioners’ Meeting Room Room 1101 Government Center, One West Market Street Snow Hill, Maryland 21863 The proposed budget amendment is in response to a non-budgeted capital project requested for the Ocean Pines Service Area to be covered by bond proceeds (4,440,459) and an intergovernmental loan ($1,209,485). For additional information please visit the County Treasurer’s Office in Room 1105 of the County Government Center in Snow Hill or online at www.worcestermd.gov. WORCESTER COUNTY 2027 REQUESTED ENTERPRISE FUNDS OPERATING BUDGET AMENDMENT Increase in the following expense line item: • 555.8003.9010.080 Capital Equipment
$ 5,649,944
Increase in the following revenue line item: • 555.5975.200 Transfer From Other Funds $ 5,649,944 OCD-10/15/1t ____________________________________________________________________
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
Worcester County FY 2027 Requested Enterprise Funds Operating Budget Amendment The Worcester County Commissioners will conduct a public hearing to receive comments on the proposed FY 2027 Enterprise Funds Operating Budget Amendment on: Tuesday, October 20, 2026, at 10:30 a.m. in the County Commissioners’ Meeting Room Room 1101 Government Center, One West Market Street Snow Hill, Maryland 21863 The proposed budget amendment is in response to a non-budgeted capital project requested for the Landings Service Area to be covered by reserves. For additional information please visit the County Treasurer’s Office in Room 1105 of the County Government Center in Snow Hill or online at www.worcestermd.gov. WORCESTER COUNTY 2027 REQUESTED ENTERPRISE FUNDS OPERATING BUDGET AMENDMENT Increase in the following expense line item: • 520.6500.030 Consulting Services • 535.6500.030 Consulting Services
NOTICE
OF PUBLIC HEARING MAYOR & COUNCIL OF SNOW HILL, MARYLAND Wednesday, November 4th, 2026, at 5:00PM Pursuant to the provisions of the Snow Hill Town Charter Section 20(47) notice is hereby given that a PUBLIC HEARING is scheduled on Wednesday, November 4th, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. Worcester County Government Center, Boardroom, Room 1102, One West Market Street, Snow Hill, MD 21863. The purpose of the hearing is to consider the conveyance of the following real property owned by the Town of Snow Hill and determine the property is no longer needed for public use: 1. 212 West Green Street – Tax Map Parcel 0105 Tax Map 0200 in tax records of Worcester County, Maryland. Locally known as the Old Fire Hall. The public is cordially invited to
$ 18,032 $ 18,768
Increase in the following revenue line item: • 520.5975.100 Transfers From (To) Reserves $ 18,032 • 535.5975.100 Transfers From (To) Reserves $ 18,768 OCD-10/15/1t ____________________________________________________________________ attend and offer comments. For further information concerning this public hearing, please contact the Town Manager’s Office, 103 Bank Street, Snow Hill, Maryland, 21863, #410-632-2080. OCD-10/15/2t _________________________________ SMALL ESTATE
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OF APPOINTMENT NOTICE TO CREDITORS NOTICE TO UNKNOWN HEIRS To all persons interested in the estate of HELEN E. RIDER Estate No. 21294 Notice is given that JOHN D. RIDER whose address is 872 PATTERSON DR., LANSDALE, PA 19446-5440 and ROBERT D. RIDER whose address is 12041 S. PINEY POINT RD., BISH-
OPVILLE, MD 21813-1543 were on OCTOBER 02, 2026 appointed personal representative(s) of the small estate of HELEN E. RIDER who died on SEPTEMBER 22, 2026 with a will. Further information can be obtained by reviewing the estate file in the office of the Register of Wills or by contacting the personal representative or the attorney. All interested persons or unpaid claimants having any objection to the appointment shall file their objections with the Register of Wills within 30 days after the date of publication of this Notice. All persons having an objection to the probate of the will shall file their objections with the Register of Wills within six months after the date of publication of this Notice.
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All persons having claims against the decedent must serve their claims on the undersigned personal representative or file them with the Register of Wills with a copy to the undersigned on or before the earlier of the following dates: (1) Six months from the date of the decedent’s death; or (2) Thirty days after the personal representative mails or otherwise delivers to the creditor a copy of this published notice or other written notice, notifying the creditor that the claim will be barred unless the creditor presents the claim within thirty days from the mailing or other delivery of the notice. Any claim not served or filed within that time, or any extension provided by law, is unenforceable thereafter. TERRI WESTCOTT, Register of Wills for Worcester County ONE W MARKET STREET ROOM 102 - COURT HOUSE SNOW HILL, MD 21863-1074 OCD-10/15/1t _________________________________ SMALL ESTATE
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OF APPOINTMENT NOTICE TO CREDITORS NOTICE TO UNKNOWN HEIRS Estate No. 21167 TO ALL PERSONS INTERESTED IN THE ESTATE OF PATRICK ALAN THOMPSEN Notice is given that Pamala D. Thompsen, 2116 Wildwood Trl., Pocomoke City, MD 21851-3546, was on October 07, 2026 appointed personal representative of the small estate of Patrick Alan Thompsen who died on May 22, 2026, with a will. Further information can be obtained by reviewing the estate file in the office of the Register of Wills or by contacting the personal representative or the attorney. All interested persons or unpaid claimants having any objection to the appointment shall file their objections with the Register of Wills within 30 days after the date of publication of this Notice. All persons having an objection to the probate of the will shall file their objections with the Register of Wills within six months after the date of publication of this Notice. All persons having claims against the decedent must serve their claims on the undersigned personal representative or file them with the Register of Wills with a copy to the undersigned on or before the earlier of the following dates: (1) Six months from the date of the decedent’s death; or (2) Thirty days after the personal representative mails or otherwise
delivers to the creditor a copy of this published notice or other written notice, notifying the creditor that the claim will be barred unless the creditor presents the claim within thirty days from the mailing or other delivery of the notice. Any claim not served or filed within that time, or any extension provided by law, is unenforceable thereafter. Pamala D. Thompsen Personal Representative True Test Copy Register of Wills for Worcester County Terri Westcott One W. Market Street Room 102 - Court House Snow Hill, MD 21863-1074 Name of newspaper designated by personal representative: Ocean City Digest Date of publication: October 15, 2026 OCD-10/15/1t _________________________________ SMALL ESTATE
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OF APPOINTMENT NOTICE TO CREDITORS NOTICE TO UNKNOWN HEIRS Estate No. 21297 TO ALL PERSONS INTERESTED IN THE ESTATE OF HELEN KRAUSE Notice is given that Jerome George Krause, 1135 Ocean Pkwy., Berlin, MD 21811-1653, was on October 05, 2026 appointed personal representative of the small estate of Helen Krause who died on November 27, 2001, without a will. Further information can be obtained by reviewing the estate file in the office of the Register of Wills or by contacting the personal representative or the attorney. All interested persons or unpaid claimants having any objection to the appointment shall file their objections with the Register of Wills within 30 days after the date of publication of this Notice. All persons having an objection to the probate of the will shall file their objections with the Register of Wills within six months after the date of publication of this Notice. All persons having claims against the decedent must serve their claims on the undersigned personal representative or file them with the Register of Wills with a copy to the undersigned on or before the earlier of the following dates: (1) Six months from the date of the decedent’s death; or (2) Thirty days after the personal representative mails or otherwise delivers to the creditor a copy of this published notice or other written no-
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tice, notifying the creditor that the claim will be barred unless the creditor presents the claim within thirty days from the mailing or other delivery of the notice. Any claim not served or filed within that time, or any extension provided by law, is unenforceable thereafter. Jerome George Krause Personal Representative True Test Copy Register of Wills for Worcester County Terri Westcott One W. Market Street Room 102 - Court House Snow Hill, MD 21863-1074 Name of newspaper designated by personal representative: Ocean City Digest Date of publication: October 15, 2026 OCD-10/15/1t _________________________________ SMALL ESTATE
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OF APPOINTMENT NOTICE TO CREDITORS NOTICE TO UNKNOWN HEIRS Estate No. 21291 TO ALL PERSONS INTERESTED IN THE ESTATE OF KAREN LYNN WEEKS Notice is given that Robin Andrews, 7934 Turncrest Dr., Potomac, MD 20854-2774, was on October 01, 2026 appointed personal representative of the small estate of Karen Lynn Weeks who died on August 29, 2026, without a will. Further information can be obtained by reviewing the estate file in the office of the Register of Wills or by contacting the personal representative or the attorney. All interested persons or unpaid claimants having any objection to the appointment shall file their objections with the Register of Wills within 30 days after the date of publication of this Notice. All persons having an objection to the probate of the will shall file their objections with the Register of Wills within six months after the date of publication of this Notice. All persons having claims against the decedent must serve their claims on the undersigned personal representative or file them with the Register of Wills with a copy to the undersigned on or before the earlier of the following dates: (1) Six months from the date of the decedent’s death; or (2) Thirty days after the personal representative mails or otherwise delivers to the creditor a copy of this published notice or other written notice, notifying the creditor that the claim will be barred unless the creditor presents the claim within thirty days from the mailing or other delivery of the notice. Any claim not served or filed within that time, or any extension provided by law, is unenforceable thereafter. Robin Andrews Personal Representative True Test Copy Register of Wills for Worcester County Terri Westcott One W. Market Street Room 102 - Court House Snow Hill, MD 21863-1074
OCTOBER 16, 2026 Name of newspaper designated by personal representative: Ocean City Digest Date of publication: October 15, 2026 OCD-10/15/1t _________________________________
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OF APPOINTMENT NOTICE TO CREDITORS NOTICE TO UNKNOWN HEIRS Estate No. 21299 TO ALL PERSONS INTERESTED IN THE ESTATE OF MARIE HUNLEY KESSLER AKA: MARIE H. KESSLER Notice is given that William M. Kessler, 24695 Park View St., Millville, DE 19967-6837, was on October 07, 2026 appointed Personal Representative of the estate of Marie Hunley Kessler who died on August 09, 2026, with a will. Further information can be obtained by reviewing the estate file in the office of the Register of Wills or by contacting the personal representative or the attorney. All interested persons or unpaid claimants having any objection to the appointment of the personal representative shall file their objection with the Register of Wills on or before the 7th day of April, 2027. All persons having any objection to the probate of the will of the decedent shall file their objections with the Register of Wills on or before the 7th day of April, 2027. Any person having a claim against the decedent must present the claim to the undersigned personal representative or file it with the Register of Wills with a copy to the undersigned on or before the earlier of the following dates: (1) Six months from the date of the decedent’s death; or (2) Two months after the personal representative mails or otherwise delivers to the creditor a copy of this published notice or other written notice, notifying the creditor that the claim will be barred unless the creditor presents the claims within two months from the mailing or other delivery of the notice. A claim not presented or filed on or before that date, or any extension provided by law, is unenforceable thereafter. Claim forms may be obtained from the Register of Wills. William M. Kessler Personal Representative True Test Copy Terri Westcott Register of Wills for Worcester County One W. Market Street Room 102 - Court House Snow Hill, MD 21863-1074 Name of newspaper designated by personal representative: Ocean City Digest Date of publication: October 15, 2026 OCD-10/15/3t _________________________________
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TO CREDITORS OF APPOINTMENT OF FOREIGN PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE ESTATE NO. 21296 NOTICE IS GIVEN that the Orphans’ court of Delaware County,
OCTOBER 16, 2026 Pennsylvania appointed Chris Jones, 1901 Bradford Pl., Morton, PA 19070-1641 as the Administrator of the Estate of Anita M. Primo who died on December 29, 2025 domiciled in Pennsylvania, USA. The name and address of the Maryland resident agent for service of process is David Roberts, 306 W. Redwood St., Ste. 200, Baltimore, MD 21201-1708. At the time of death, the decedent owned real or leasehold property in the following Maryland counties: Worcester County. All persons having claims against the decedent must file their claims with the Register of Wills for Worcester County with a copy to the foreign personal representative on or before the earlier of the following dates: (1) Six months from the date of the decedent’s death; or (2) Two months after the foreign personal representative mails or delivers to the creditor a copy of this published notice or other written notice, notifying the creditor that the claim will be barred unless the creditor presents the claim within two months from the mailing or other delivery of the notice. Claims filed after that date or after a date extended by law will be barred. Chris Jones Foreign Personal Representative Terri Westcott Register of Wills One W. Market Street Room 102 - Court House Snow Hill, MD 21863-1074 Name of Newspaper: Ocean City Digest Date of first publication: October 15, 2026 OCD-10/15/3t _________________________________
SUMMARY NOTICE OF BOND SALE $17,260,000 MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL OF OCEAN CITY GENERAL OBLIGATION MUNICIPAL PURPOSE BONDS OF 2026 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Mayor and City Council of Ocean City (the “City”) will receive electronic bids via PARITY® for the $17,260,000* General Obligation Municipal Purpose Bonds of 2026 (the “Bonds”) until 11:00 a.m., local Ocean City, Maryland time on: Thursday, October 29, 2026 or on such other date as may be selected by the Mayor. The Bonds will be dated as of the date of delivery and will mature on January 15 in the years 2028 through 2047, inclusive, as more fully described in the Notice of Sale. No bid for less than all of the Bonds will be considered. The Bonds
OC Today-Dispatch/Public Notices will be awarded based on the lowest interest cost to the City, determined in accordance with the true interest cost (TIC) method. All bids must be accompanied by a good faith deposit in the amount of $345,200, payable by wire transfer to the City, as provided in the Notice of Sale. Copies of the Preliminary Official Statement and the Notice of Sale relating to the Bonds may be obtained from the Finance Director of the City, City Hall, 3rd Street and Baltimore Avenue, Ocean City, Maryland 21842, or from First Tryon Advisors, LLC, 1 Park Place, Suite 485, Annapolis, Maryland 21401 (410-2678811). OCD-10/15/2t _________________________________
REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS
Northern Worcester Athletic Complex (NWAC) Concessions, Restrooms & Pavilion Upgrades Worcester County is seeking Proposals from qualified Vendors to design & complete renovations of both Men’s and Women’s Restroom facilities, concession stand upgrades, and roofing replacement at Northern Worcester Athletic Complex (NWAC). Proposal Documents for the above referenced project may be obtained from the Worcester County Commissioner’s Office by either e-mailing the Procurement Officer at purchasing@worcestermd.gov or via the County’s on-line bid board. Vendors are responsible for checking the County website for addenda prior to submitting their bids. Worcester County is not responsible for the content of any Proposal Document received through any thirdparty bid service. It is the sole responsibility of the vendor to ensure the completeness and accuracy of their Completed Proposal Documents. A non-mandatory Pre-Proposal Meeting will be held at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, October 28, 2026, at the Concessions Pavilion in the Northern Worcester Athletic Complex located at 9906 Buckingham Lane, Berlin, MD 21811 Berlin, MD 21811 (park at the far south-west parking area off Ball Park Drive). The last date/time to submit questions for clarification will be noon on Monday, November 9, 2026. Sealed Proposal Documents are due no later than Thursday, November 19, 2026, at 2 p.m. and will be opened and only vendor names will be read aloud in the Office of the County Commissioners, Worcester County Government Center – Room 1103, One West Market Street, Snow Hill, MD 21863. Late Proposal Documents cannot be accepted. Envelopes shall be marked “NWAC Pavilion Upgrades” in the lower left-hand corner. Minority vendors are encouraged to compete for award of this solicitation. OCD-10/15/1t _________________________________
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By Brian Shane Staff Writer (Oct. 16, 2026) Snow Hill’s police chief is changing jobs, but he won’t be going far – barely 12 miles down Route 113. Chief Andy McGee is leaving Snow Hill to join the Pocomoke City Police Department as its new chief. His last day with Snow Hill was Oct. 11 and his first day in Pocomoke is Oct. 29. For the veteran police officer, it’s a homecoming three decades in the making: Not only did McGee begin his law enforcement career with the Pocomoke City Police Department, but he’s called Pocomoke City home nearly all his life. The 55-year-old is also a 1989 graduate of Pocomoke High School who went on to raise four children in town. His family’s longtime home lies about a mile from police headquarters on Market Street. “When you live there and you shop there and you have children that go to school there, your goal is to make sure it’s as safe as possible, and that’s exactly what we’re gonna do,” he told OC Today-Dispatch. Pocomoke City Mayor Todd Nock said Pocomoke City needed a police chief with community-facing experience. “He knows the issues in Pocomoke not as a police officer, but he knows them
as a citizen, and I think this is really going to work to our advantage,” he said. Nock said three candidates applied for the position, which was vacated by the retirement of Chief Arthur “Rudy” Hancock. City Council members unanimously agreed on McGee as their choice before taking a public vote. The leadership transition comes as Pocomoke residents and leaders are expressing concerns about an uptick in violence in their community. Despite a drop in property crime, reported violent offenses in Pocomoke City rose from 14 in 2023 to 24 in 2024, according to annual crime data compiled by the Maryland State Police. In July, after a 15-year-old boy was shot, Nock convened an Aug. 7 meeting with law enforcement, educators, and elected officials to discuss youth violence and prevention. Some shared concerns that a small group of repeat offenders continues to commit serious crimes. McGee said he’ll review crime statistics during his first 90 days and work to strengthen partnerships with the Worcester County Sheriff’s Office, Maryland State Police, and the state’s attorney’s office. He also hopes to expand the city’s security camera network through grants. Overall, his first few months will be spent listening to concerns from department staff, city officials, and residents,
with community meetings planned. He said residents can expect him to be visible in the community. McGee’s first job in law enforcement came in 1993 with the Pocomoke City Police. After four years, he joined the Somerset County Sheriff’s Office. McGee went on to work for the Worcester County Sheriff’s Office, retiring as a lieutenant in 2019, before becoming Snow Hill’s chief that June. During his time in Snow Hill, McGee oversaw the department’s move from a deteriorating former firehouse into modern offices. The town also added a law enforcement retirement plan in 2021, which he said was essential to attracting new hires. “From the Snow Hill standpoint, I leave here with my head held high – very happy with the way we were treated. We got a lot of things accomplished,” McGee said. Snow Hill Det. Sgt. Rudell Brown, a 37-year police veteran, has been named interim chief while town officials conduct a search for a full-time replacement. Brown has spent five years in Snow Hill after career stops in Wicomico County and Pocomoke City. “While we are sad to see Chief McGee leave Snow Hill, we are incredibly grateful for his dedicated service and leadership,” Snow Hill Mayor Janet Simpson said in a statement.
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Berlin Councilman Dean Burrell officially stepped down from his position after 32 years of service on Tuesday night. Pictured, from left, are Councilman Jack Orris, outgoing Councilman Steve Green, Valerie with her husband, Dean, Mayor Zack Tyndall and Council members Shaneka Nichols and Jay Knerr.
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By Tara Fischer Staff Writer (Oct. 16, 2026) Longtime Berlin Town Councilman Dean Burrell completed his final term in local government Tuesday night, wrapping up more than three decades of public service. One of the longest-serving council members, Burrell has represented what was to become Berlin’s District 4 since 1994. This week, he said goodbye to the position he’s held for 32 years. Burrell called his time as an elected
official a “rewarding experience.” “I do believe it has made me a better person,” he said. After spending almost half a lifetime as a public servant, Burrell has worked alongside five different mayoral administrations and n numerous council members. He thanked the recent team, acknowledging how the group found ways to come together for Berlin's good, even amid disagreement. “We each have acted in the way we See BURRELL Page 66
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New Berlin Councilman Tony Weeg (District 4) is pictured with Mayor Zack Tyndall and friends and family in attendance to support him.
Burrell calls tenure ‘rewarding’ Continued from Page 64 feel is in the best interest of the Town of Berlin,” he said. Burrell specifically recognized Councilmembers Jack Orris and Shaneka Nichols for their dedication to speaking up about concerns brought forward by their constituents. He said Steve Green has been a voice of reason, offering feedback, and said Jay Knerr always looks at the big picture when debating ideas and policies. Burrell added that, as he steps down, he trusts the council and Berlin Mayor Zack Tyndall to keep advancing local priorities and making decisions for the benefit of the municipality’s residents. “[Tyndall] has grown into a fantastic man,” he said. “This guy has the
aptitude to lead this town beyond your wildest dreams.” Burrell also thanked the Town of Berlin staff, whom he called “some of the best people I know.” The now-retired councilman concluded his service this week as reelected representative Jay Knerr and new members Tony Weeg and Matt Stoehr were sworn in. Burrell challenged the council members to continue the precedent set by the former governing body: working toward a common goal, listening, and considering each perspective. “This council has walked in the steps of great people before us,” Burrell said. “And I'm calling upon you to do the very same. You're not going to always agree...but when a decision is made, I
By Tara Fischer Staff Writer (Oct. 16, 2026) After Berlin’s municipal election was canceled because of the absence of contested races, council members Tony Weeg, Matt Stoehr and Jay Knerr took their seats on the Town Council Tuesday night. Joining the governing body for the first time are Weeg, representing District 4, and Stoehr, representing District 1. Knerr is returning for another
term as the council’s at-large representative. Each will serve a four-year term. Weeg, founder of the nonprofit We Heart Berlin, has taken the seat of longtime Councilman Dean Burrell, who retired after 32 years in office. Stoehr, the former Berlin Planning Commission chair, replaced Steve Green. Green was elected to the Worcester County Commissioners this summer. Unopposed in the November general election, Green, an editor with this pub-
ask that you support that decision.” Burrell is originally from Somerset County but moved to Berlin in 1985 when he married a woman from the area. He graduated from the University of Maryland Eastern Shore in 1973 with a degree in sociology. A trained social worker, Burrell worked for SHORE UP! In Salisbury for almost 40 years. Burrell served as the organization’s Head Start director for 15 years. Head Start is a federally funded early childhood education program serving economically disadvantaged families. Burrell’s colleagues recognized his commitment to the Town of Berlin Tuesday night. Green highlighted just how long
Burrell has represented Berlin, noting he “graduated high school the year [Burrell] started his service.” Green, who also stepped down from Berlin’s governing team this week, added that he’s grateful for the years he and Burrell have worked together on the Town Council and what he’s learned from him. Tyndall maintained that over his 32 years, Burrell led with balanced, dependable guidance. “Dean has always been a voice of reason on the council,” the mayor said. “... At the end of the day, we might not vote the same way...but we move forward after the vote. That steady leadership has always served us well...I thoroughly enjoyed our time together.”
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Orris elected town council VP lication, will be sworn in Dec. 1 as the county board’s District 4 representative. Green said he was leaving the council with the same love and passion for Berlin that he brought to the position. While he still has concerns about the town’s future, he said he has confidence in its leadership and incoming council members. “What we are today compared to what we were when I was growing up, it’s incredible,” Green said. “It’s the incredible organic character that brings this town special praise ...” Green said he had tried to approach his council position with humility, reason, and kindness. He encouraged the new council members to listen to town employees, their colleagues, and residents while asking questions about the matters brought before them. Stoehr has served on the Berlin Planning Commission for seven years, including roughly two and a half years as its chair. He also owns Mast Contracting, a home remodeling company. During his first meeting as a council member, Stoehr said he expects to ask many questions to help residents understand town business. “I’m never up here to give you guys a ‘gotcha’ question,” he said. “I’m really just trying to educate everyone because I get the calls, I talk to people at the bars, and they’re in my ear.” Stoehr said he would work to get residents answers and rely on town offi-
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cials and other experts to explain issues. Weeg is a photographer, videographer, and software developer who founded We Heart Berlin, a nonprofit dedicated to expanding recreational opportunities for the town and its residents. Weeg said he would bring creativity and “a lifetime of computer nerd skills” to the council, particularly when technical expertise could benefit the town. “I promise to be fair, never vindictive, and always learning,” he said. “... Berlin, every piece of Berlin, I am here for you. I am ready to serve on this council for today and for our future.” Knerr joined the council after winning a 2020 special election over Weeg. He secured a full term in 2022. Knerr, who owns the Kite Loft in Ocean City, has highlighted maintaining a stable property tax rate, supporting infrastructure improvements, and preserving Berlin’s historic character among his priorities. “Welcome to Tony and Matt,” Knerr said Tuesday. “I look forward to working with you over the next four years. Good to have you.” With Burrell, the council’s vice president, now retired, the governing body selected a new member to fill the leadership position Tuesday night. Councilman Jack Orris was nominated for vice president by Stoehr with Orris seconding. The council voted unanimously in favor of the appointment.
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commission would require introducing legislation and holding a public hearing. No formal action was taken. By law, the volunteer board should have 15 members: seven people representing the county’s commissioner districts, four at-large members, and four voting representatives from public agencies. The commission is required to meet at least monthly unless it determines otherwise. Members serve three-year-terms. County spokeswoman Kim Moses said another possible step would be reviewing the commission’s bylaws to consider whether former members could return after sitting out for a period of time. She said officials are still identifying the problem and considering possible changes. Annual community initiatives from the Commission For Women included a women’s history luncheon, providing free books to a local pregnancy center, recognizing female volunteers in the county with an awards tea, and presenting an award to outstanding film by a female at the OC Film Festival. The group has also awarded annual scholarships for female high school students, named for the late Judy Boggs, a former commission chair. Boggs, who died in 2021, represented Ocean Pines as a county commissioner from 2002 to 2014. Worcester is among 16 Maryland counties with women’s commissions listed by the state Department of Human Services. The women’s commission is not the only Worcester County board whose future has come into question. Commissioner Joe Mitrecic at an Oct. 6 meeting asked staff to review meeting frequency and member attendance across county boards and consider whether some should be eliminated.He singled out the Building Code Appeals Board and Shoreline Commission possible candidates. Mitrecic (District 7, Ocean City) said the review could help incoming commissioners, who will be sworn in Dec. 1, prepare to for board appointments.
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Bishopville waiting on $3M firehouse grant Funding through Rep. Andy Harris approved in House, awaiting Senate approval By Brian Shane Staff Writer (Oct. 16, 2026) Bishopville’s volunteer fire company could receive a $3 million federal grant for its longplanned firehouse replacement. Rep. Andy Harris (R-1st) requested the funding earlier this year through the House Appropriations Committee. “Bishopville’s volunteer firefighters put their lives on the line to protect our community. They deserve a safer place to work,” Harris said in a statement. Funding still requires Senate approval and the president’s signature. The House approved the agriculture appropriations bill (H.R. 8646) containing the funding in June. The Senate returns from recess Nov. 9 for regular business. Fire Chief David Collins said a replacement facility is expected to cost between $4 million and $5 million. The volunteers have about $1 million on hand – which took a decade to raise – but may also end up needing to borrow money to finish the job. Building plans are already drawn
up for a 12,500-square-foot replace- apparatus replacements, station rement building on the same 4-acre site builds, expansions, and capital upas Station 1. It would have a larger grades. space out front for apparatus, spaSpecific construction and facility cious engine bays, requests for voluncode-compliant teer fire departrestrooms, and a ments include $3 ‘Bishopville’s volunteer 3,000-square-foot million for Sharpfirefighters put their lives community room. town, $2.6 million on the line to protect our The company is for Delmar, and community. They deserve working to secure $7.2 million for county approvals. Queenstown. a safer place to work.’ Collins described In total, Harris Rep. Andy Harris that process as “not requested $124 milat a standstill, but lion across 20 Comcreeping.” munity Project Funding proposals for For now, the fire company is hold- fiscal year 2027. Over 22% of that ing off on construction spending total, approximately $28 million, is while it waits for a decision on the dedicated directly to volunteer fire federal funding. companies. “If we spend our money now, they Built in 1965, the Station 1 firewon’t give us the money we applied house on Bishopville Road has no air for in the grant, so we have to wait and see,” Collins said. If the grant doesn’t come through, he added, the company would try to complete some of the work with the money it has. A major portion of Harris’s funding requests for the district is for local first responders and volunteer fire companies. He requested funds for 11 volunteer fire companies across the Eastern Shore and Baltimore County for
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Retirement Foundation at Standardbred Retirement Foundation | New Jersey | AdoptaHorse.org to honor Peter’s memory. Online condolences can be made by visiting, www.melsonfuneralservices.com. MARSHA J. PARKER Berlin Marsha Jane Parker passed away on Oct. 5, 2026, in Berlin, Maryland, surrounded by family and friends. She was just shy of her 87th birthday. Marsha will be deeply missed. Born Martha Jane Zurowski in WilkesBarre, Pennsylvania, Marsha grew up on Merryhill Farm in Emmaus, PennsylvaMarsha Parker nia. She was the daughter of the late Ted and Martha Zurowski. Marsha was the valedictorian of Emmaus High School and held the scoring record for the school’s girls’ basketball team (49 points). She attended and graduated from Gettysburg College, where she met her beloved husband, Robert “Wheaties” Parker, also a basketball star. Together, Marsha and Bob raised their family and built a wonderful life that took them around the world, including years living in New Zealand,
Nigeria and Singapore. Marsha made friends everywhere she went. Marsha cared deeply about her family, animals and children. She worked as a preschool teacher and generously gave her time to the local animal shelter and the Riding for the Disabled charity. A lifelong dog lover, she provided a loving home to many lucky dogs. Marsha is survived by her beloved husband, Robert “Wheaties” Parker; her loving children and their spouses, Robert and Jane Parker of The Woodlands, Texas, and Jennifer Jane Parker and Rudy van Zyl of Los Angeles, California; and her cherished grandchildren, Sophie Jane Parker (23), Jake Parker (21) and Parker Jane van Zyl (21). Marsha was cremated following her passing. The family is planning a small celebration of her life. In lieu of flowers, donations in her memory may be made to the Worcester County Humane Society (https://www.worcestercountyhumanesociety.org/). Arrangements are in the care of The Burbage Funeral Home in Berlin. NELSIE LOUISE JAMESON Berlin Nelsie Louise Jameson may have been the luckiest person on the planet — at least when it came to four-leaf clovers, scratch-offs, and
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The 1920s were a time of growth and prosperity in Ocean City. The railroad brought visitors to town on a daily basis, and the automobile became an important factor for the first time. Some of the town's most popular hotels were built during this decade including the Shoreham (1922), the Lankford (1924), the Liberty Farms (1926 and later renamed the Majestic), and the Mayflower (1927). Anthony Purnell would construct Ocean City's first apartment building on Baltimore Avenue between 8th and 9th streets and name it the Ritz; it still stands today. Growth continued on the Boardwalk with the foundation of the original Commander Hotel begun on 14th Street in 1929. It would become the town's most northerly hotel until Harrison Hall opened on 15th Street in 1951. To purchase one of Bunk Mann’s books, click over to www.vanishPhoto from 1927 courtesy of the OC Museum Society ingoc.com.
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OC Planning Commission chair steps down Joe Wilson leaves the seat after nearly a decade, says he’s moving near Berlin By Bethany Hooper Associate Editor (Oct. 16, 2026) Ocean City Planning and Zoning Commission Chair Joe Wilson announced last week he was stepping down from the post following a nine-year run. Last week, Wilson, a longtime Ocean City resident and real estate agent, announced that the Oct. 6 meeting would be his last, as he was moving out of town and into a new home near Berlin. In his parting words, he thanked staff, fellow commissioners and Mayor Rick Meehan, who had appointed him to the commission nearly a decade
ago. Wilson’s nine years and six months of “I just want to thank everyone for service to the city through his involvetheir dedication to ment on the planthe town,” he said. ning commission. “I’ve been here I ‘They’ve reminded me I’ve been For the last three don’t even know on the commission for almost a years, he has served how long, but it’s the commission’s decade. but it feels like just as been fun. It’s been chair. yesterday I got on the one of the most en“That’s a total of joyable boards or commission. It was a wonderful 555 service hours,” commissions I’ve she said. “He stuck experience and a wonderful ever been on. And it learning experience as well, through it all and was actually a diseven lasted through cussion between my especially with the industry I’m in.’ COVID.” wife and I when we Joe Wilson, former Ocean City Primm highwere looking at buylighted Wilson’s part Planning and Zoning ing this house, comin approving several Commission Chair ing to terms that I’d major projects have to give up the throughout town, incommission.” cluding the Seacrets Distillery project, During last week’s meeting, Zoning the Kyma Hotel development and the Administrator KP Primm recognized 94th Street redevelopment. She also
talked about his involvement in shortterm rental discussions and the recent comprehensive planning process. “We’re sad to see a valued member of the community and planning commission go,” she said. In an interview last week, Wilson reflected on staff’s comments and his time on the commission. “They’ve reminded me I’ve been on the commission for almost a decade. but it feels like just yesterday I got on the commission,” he said. “It was a wonderful experience and a wonderful learning experience as well, especially with the industry I’m in.” According to staff, the city’s rules dictate that any term vacated by the commission chair shall be filled by the commission secretary. Commissioner Janet Hough will be sworn in to lead the commission at its next meeting.
a remarkable knack for finding fourleaf clovers, winning on scratch-offs, taking a chance on a Powerball ticket, and occasionally getting lucky at the slots at the Elks. Nelsie is survived by her children, Denise, Brian (Heather), and Patrick; her grandchildren, Tiffany, Kelsey (JJ), Colin (Alexis), Maeton (Jebullyn), and Hayden; her great-grandchildren, Brooklynn, Mateo, Eliana, Rory, and Mirabelle; her brother, Kermit “Bimbo” Orndorff; and her sister-in-law, Barbara Jameson. Just days before Nelsie’s passing, the family welcomed her greatgranddaughter, Mirabelle Nelsie,
Maryland, where he spent the second half of his life fully embracing the charm and beauty of the Eastern Shore. He was preceded in death by his parents, his first wife, Barbara, and their two children Lindsey and Andrew. His second wife, Beverley also preceded Alan Tran him in death. He is survived by his wife, Ilene Tran, his bonus daughter Suzanah Cain, husband Stephen Cain and their two children Granddaughter Ana Nosal, fiancé Jack Butler, and Grandson Jack Cain. A celebration of life will take place on Nov. 15, from 1 to 3 p.m. at Southgate Grill, Ocean Pines, MD 21811, where family and friends may gather to remember and celebrate his life.
OBITUARIES Continued from Page 71 mother, and she made sure the people she loved always felt cared for. There were always cookies or some kind of sweet treat waiting at her house, and she was happiest cooking for family and friends. She was also a card player to be reckoned with. Rummy was her game, often played late into the night, and even as her memory faded, she could still beat just about everyone at the table. When the whole family gathered, Mau-Mau became the game of choice, and more often than not, Nelsie came out on top. She also had
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who will carry her name forward. She was preceded in death by her husband, Butch; her parents; her siblings, John Davis, Marion Dorsey, Bill Davis, Barbara Gross, Everett Davis, Lloyd “Jinx” Davis, and Susan Burney; her daughter-in-law, Brenda; and her grandson, Martin. Somewhere, Nelsie is dealing a hand of rummy, and Butch is probably accusing her of stacking the deck yet again. A graveside service was held on Tuesday, Oct. 13, 2026 at Gate of Heaven Cemetery, 32112 Vines Creek Road, Dagsboro, Delaware. ALAN TRAN Ocean Pines Alan Tran, born in England on Oct. 25, 1938, passed away on Oct. 3, 2026. He moved to New Jersey in 1980. He later settled in Ocean Pines,
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Candidates need to revise visions One of the questions asked of candidates during Ocean City's election season is to describe their vision for the resort’s future. Invariably, candidates envision greater prosperity, more affluent visitors, and longer tourist seasons. Oh, and making Ocean City a better place to live and raise a family. The problem is that candidates often struggle to explain exactly how those goals can be achieved. More importantly, the passage of time and elected officials' reluctance to irritate their constituencies have already shaped what Ocean City is— and what it will likely remain for years to come. The latest example of local government's desire to transform the resort is the proposed sports complex, which now is four years removed from its most recent feasibility study. Given how much market conditions have changed since then, another costly update will almost certainly be required. Even then, after two unsuccessful attempts to acquire land, the prospects of finding a suitable parcel appear slim. Any viable location would need to be large enough, close enough to town, reasonably priced, and unlikely to spark opposition from neighboring property owners. In many ways, the pursuit of a sports complex mirrors past projects that were promoted as the key to securing Ocean City's economic future. Years ago, for example, downtown revitalization was pitched as a cure-all for the resort economy. Downtown boosters contended that a major aquarium would be the perfect centerpiece for that effort. There were also numerous redevelopment studies and calls for a massive parking garage. None of those projects materialized. Instead, the Ocean City Development Corporation (OCDC) was created and achieved success by working incrementally with what it had. Officials and political candidates should borrow from the OCDC experience by developing a vision that builds on what Ocean City is rather than chasing a grand plan to make Ocean City into something that might not be what everyone wants.
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I’ll pass on pumpkin
So, here we are, right at the peak of Pumpkin Spice season—which might as well be called “Cinnamon, Ginger, Nutmeg, Cloves, and Allspice Season.” I say that because pumpkin itself tastes like — according to Google — hard, starchy, dense, and slightly bitter with a grassy, vegetal flavor when it’s raw. Cooked or roasted, it tastes like gloopy gloop with a savory warmth. Okay, I made up the gloopy By gloop description, but I susStewart pect Google is lying about that "savory" business, although I Dobson wouldn’t want to have to swear to it. It’s doubtful I’ll ever be called as an expert witness in a pumpkin-related trial (carrying a concealed pumpkin, driving a pumpkin under the influence, cavorting with an underage pumpkin), so let me go on the record: I have never tasted undoctored pumpkin. It’s just not on the menu of things I crave, unlike fresh tomatoes or shellfish of all kinds. I can’t think of a single time in my life I’ve said, "Wow, I sure could go for some pumpkin right about now." To me, that would be like walking into a room and asking, "Hey, guys, who’s up for some steamed turnips tonight?"
Besides, anyone who has ever carved a jack-o'-lantern knows how unholy and slimy the inside of a gourd can be. If I ever buy a pumpkin, I want it field-dressed on-site just to spare myself the trauma. Don't get me wrong—I’ve cleaned and dressed out all sorts of things within the fins, fur, and feathers domain without blinking an eye. Pumpkins, though? I just don’t see the point. Which brings me to the big news this week out of Warren, Rhode Island, where a man grew a 3,156-pound pumpkin to set a new world record. Bear in mind that up to 25% of that is pure squash guts, meaning this monster was hauling around nearly 800 pounds of squishy pumpkin innards. No wonder they bury these things in an avalanche of spice before anyone tries to eat them. I refuse to play along with what is clearly a massive marketing scam orchestrated by McCormick and the Big Spice cartel. Selling pumpkins might bring in a quick buck around Halloween, sure, but it’s not an everyday staple. You don't walk into the produce aisle looking for Chiquita Pumpkins or Pumpkinland’s Best. Pumpkins are just a platform for autumn spices. We throw the word "pumpkin" in there just to ... spice it up.
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Between the Lines By Steve Green
Congressman Andy Harris was trending this week for all the wrong reasons. Whether it will impact his re-election is doubtful, but voters on both sides should pause and at least acknowledge he can do better. There is simply no excuse for how he handled himself. This is not about Republicans or Democrats. It's not about whether Harris deserves another term in Congress or whether his Democratic challenger, Dan Schwartz, would do a better job representing Maryland's 1st Congressional District. It's about professionalism, temperament and the expectations we should have of those who represent us. Harris, an eight-term congressman seeking his ninth term, has been around politics long enough to know better. Harris has cruised to re-election since 2010 when he avenged his 2008 loss to incumbent Frank Kratovil, a Democrat who is now a District Court judge in Queen Anne’s County. Harris has attended countless public meetings and surely encountered his share of people who disagree with him. Yet during Tuesday night's candidate forum in Cambridge, Harris appeared to lose his composure when audience members challenged his explanation for rising diesel prices. He blamed Democratic environmental regulations, prompting laughter and objections from some in attendance. Rather than simply making his case and moving on, Harris scolded audience members for being rude. To be fair, interrupting a candidate's response is inappropriate. People attending these forums should allow candidates to finish their answers. Respect is a two-way street. But the standard should be higher for the person holding elected office, particularly someone with Harris' experience. The more troubling episode came after the forum when Harris clashed with reporters, including Cat Murphy, a University of Maryland student journalist working for Capital News Service. During a post-forum exchange, Harris objected to Murphy recording him, threatened legal action and called for her removal. He cited Maryland's two-party consent law, although questions have been raised about whether it applied to the circumstances. The video was difficult to watch. Here was a veteran congressman arguing with a student journalist attempting to do her job, abeit with an edge. Harris even called for someone to take her camera and summon law enforcement. For what purpose? Harris later defended his actions, maintaining he had the right to refuse permission to record. Even accepting his explanation, there was a much simpler way to handle the situation. Answer the question or politely decline. Explain your position and move on. Reporters sometimes ask uncomfortable questions. Elected officials sometimes dislike those questions and particulary if there is a perceived angle. Occasionally, patience runs thin. That's part of public service. What troubles me most is the message this sends. We constantly lament the lack of civility in politics, yet episodes like this contribute to the problem. There are important issues facing the Eastern Shore deserving serious discussion. Instead, the focus shifted from policy to confrontation. Experience should bring patience, perspective and restraint. *** At what point does a troubling trend become an unsustainable one? It's a question Ocean City government officials will need to wrestle with if employee health insurance costs continue escalating at the current pace. The latest numbers are concerning. Ocean City is facing a nearly $1.8 million increase in health insurance expenses in 2027, representing an overall 15.9% jump. The town's share will be approximately $1.4 million, with employees absorbing the remainder through higher payroll deductions. This follows a 19% premium increase last year and a 9% increase the year before. That’s a three-year average of 14.7%. These are not sustainable numbers over the long term. They also represent real dollars that cannot be spent elsewhere on public services, infrastructure or other municipal priorities. To be clear, Ocean City is not at a point where drastic changes to its employee health insurance program are necessary. The recommendation from staff and consultants to maintain the current arrangement while monitoring claims and exploring cost-control measures is reasonable - for now. The challenge, of course, is the underlying cause of these increases. Expensive medical claims, cancer treatments, chronic illnesses and hospitalizations are driving much of the spending. These are real people facing serious health challenges, not simply numbers on a spreadsheet. Maintaining quality coverage for employees and their families must remain a priority. At the same time, taxpayers and employees cannot be expected to absorb double-digit increases indefinitely without a thorough examination of alternatives. The council's unanimous decision to stay the course makes sense today. However, officials should establish clear benchmarks for when the current approach needs reconsideration. Another year of double-digit increases should trigger a more comprehensive evaluation of the town's options. Ocean City is not there yet, but the warning signs are becoming increasingly difficult to ignore. Other governments in the area will also be facing similar situations with their renewals.
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Letters to the editor Information lacking on Amazon’s cable project Editor, Last week Drew Van Dopp, the Chief Executive Officer of the Maryland Broadbank Cooperative, told your readers how critically important it is to let Amazon Web Services drill under Assateague so it can bring a cable from its data center in Ireland to the United States. We learned this week at the Worcester County Commissioners meeting the back story is Maryland Broadband is looking to Amazon for a $40 million bail out if we agree to change our zoning to permit the cable from Ireland to land at our airport. Maryland Broadband Cooperative has done a commendable job using state and federal taxpayer grants to lay cable throughout Maryland so our rural areas have reliable internet access. The coop's members include profitable businesses and governments, and its executives are paid handsome salaries and bonuses. The CEO earned more than $400, 000.00 in salary and bonuses from the coop. Apparently, this is in addition to what he earns as a vice president at Choptank Electric. What we learned at Tuesday’s meeting is while Maryland Broadband has been going to the taxpayers to build the broadband system it manages, the coop has failed to charge its members enough to maintain the system and replace cable and equipment when it reaches capacity. So, Maryland Broadband's CEO told our County Commissioners and Senator Mary Beth Corozza on Tuesday the cable connecting Ocean City is old, reaching its capacity. Users will be affected. It will cost taxpayers $40 million to replace what's in the ground now unless we agree to let Amazon lay its data cable from Ireland across Maryland. Maybe this is a good deal, but the details of this agreement between Amazon and Maryland Broadband are murky, at best. Our lawmakers gave Maryland Broadband a virtual monopoly over the right of ways Amazon needs and a mandate to get cable in the ground. Unfortunately, our politicians at all levels apparently failed to tell Maryland Broadband that after the cable is buried, the coop's members need to pay into reserves to maintain and upgrade the system. And it doesn't look like there was much oversight. That's why Maryland Broadband wants a bailout, and why the politicians need a savior so as internet traffic slows their constituents don't start asking where our elected officials were when better oversight was needed. I'm all for world class broadband service. I buy things from Amazon. The fact is Amazon can land its cable from Ireland at existing facilities without drilling under Assateague. The cost might be more than the $40 million bailout Maryland Broadband is seeking. But, for Amazon, the $40 million is pocket change. Ama-
zon has probably earned more than that in added stock value since announcing it cut a deal and will have its cable from Ireland hooked up in the USA in 2028. Stephen Katsanos South Point
Cable landing project has no benefits for Worcester
Editor, As Worcester County considers the fallout from the recent Commissioners meeting, one critical issue deserves attention: the justification being used by AWS to promote its Fastnet subsea cable landing is unwarranted and baseless, given that no longer reflects today’s technology. During the hearing, the Maryland Broadband Cooperative (MdBC) presented a seven-way future-path conduit system and $40 million private investment as essential to addressing rural broadband needs. But in 2026, highspeed 5G, fixed wireless, and satellite internet have significantly expanded alternatives to traditional wired connections. Rural households increasingly have options for connecting, streaming, and working remotely without fiber running directly to their homes. That raises an important question: Who is this project really intended to serve? Rather than guaranteeing affordable household broadband, this subsea fiber infrastructure appears primarily designed to support highcapacity commercial data transmission, including cloud and artificial intelligence infrastructure. And Worcester County is being asked to accept significant environmental and financial risks for AWS’ benefit — not the benefit of Worcester County residents. Bringing the cable ashore near Assateague would require horizontal directional drilling beneath sensitive coastal areas. Concerns include the potential release of drilling fluids into surrounding ecosystems and impacts associated with subsea infrastructure on marine environments. Equally troubling is the financial uncertainty. Commissioner Eric Fiori noted that MdBC has only $1.1 million in liquid cash supporting its planned $40 million project. When questioned about financial responsibility if something goes wrong, no clear contingency plan was presented. That financial risk could directly have a negative impact on our county. Worcester County should not compromise its coastal environment, tourism economy, community character, and infrastructure without clearly demonstrated public benefits and enforceable protections, much less take on the serious and significant economic risk. The Commissioners should maintain the active moratorium, reject the proposed zoning text amendment, and require compelling evidence that any project of this magnitude truly benefits
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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Worcester County residents before putting our coast and residents at risk. The Assateague Maryland Coastal Community Coalition
thing more powerful: the right and responsibility to choose our leaders. Let’s use that power. Tish Michel Ocean City
No Kings Day scheduled for this weekend in Berlin Accessory Dwelling Units address OC affordability Editor, In the past two years, Indivisible has held three major No Kings rallies, and each has drawn more people than the one before. That growing participation sends a clear message: In America, we have no kings. The power belongs to the people. This year, No Kings Day is October 17, but the movement is turning that message into action by promoting Get Out the Vote efforts from early October through Election Day. Our nonpartisan Indivisible Worcester Maryland chapter has already held rallies in Snow Hill and Pocomoke City. On October 17, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., we will gather at Stephen Decatur Park in Berlin. On October 24, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., we will meet at the Park and Ride in West Ocean City and distribute Get Out the Vote cards at Sunfest. On October 31, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., we will rally at Veterans Memorial Park in Ocean Pines. Join us! We will wave signs, distribute voter information and, most importantly, encourage everyone to make a plan to vote, check their registration and learn their voting options. Families in Worcester County and across America are struggling with gas prices, grocery bills, electric bills and the rising cost of everyday necessities. The decisions we make at the ballot box will help determine what our future looks like. The power of our democracy does not belong to billionaires, politicians or bullies who believe they are above accountability. It belongs to us—but only if we use it. October 17 is about nonpartisan voter participation: making sure every eligible voter has a plan, knows the options and is ready to make their voice count. Our elections—and public confidence in them—are under attack. Efforts to undermine trust in our elections or make it harder for citizens to participate threaten all of us. Early voting in Maryland runs October 22 through October 29. In Worcester County, voters can cast ballots at the Ocean City Convention Center from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. Voters may also vote by mail. Ballots can be returned to designated drop boxes, including locations at the Worcester County Board of Elections in Snow Hill, the Ocean City Convention Center and the Pocomoke Community Center. Voting early can give you peace of mind and time to address problems such as a signature issue, missing paperwork or an unexpected schedule conflict. We, the people, choose our leaders. Spread the word. Join a Get Out the Vote rally. Offer a neighbor or friend a ride to the polls. Help someone make a voting plan. We have no kings. We have some-
Editor, Thank you, Ocean City Planning Commission members. Ocean City needs affordable housing units. As a homeowner, I know how expensive it is to live in Ocean City. I have a friend in Austin, Texas who built an Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) on her property and has been successful in renting it long term with plans for her Mother to live there when Mom retires. Ocean City is presently dealing with a homeless population which could possibly get relief if ADU's are accepted by our mayor (whoever it may be) and the City Council. Mary Ann LeMay Ocean City
Trump’s policies hurting Eastern Shore residents Dear Editor, Republicans face challenges going into the midterm elections. Those who relentlessly acquiesced to Donald Trump’s outrages face difficult races. Many who voted for the One Big Bad Bill are trying to distance themselves from the executive. The same for those who backed Trump’s tariffs which continue to devastate the millions of constituents who rely on agriculture to feed their families. Votes on healthcare have resulted in poorer access to rural communities and drastic cuts to health for women and children. Slashing Medicaid, upon which nearly 200,000 Eastern Shore constituents depend is difficult to defend. Congressmen and Senators who have repeatedly voiced support for Trump’s war with Iran are trying to claw that back. The last of these has cost Americans $50 billion and counting. That doesn’t include the cost of rebuilding American assets damaged or destroyed ($20 billion), medical costs for those injured or killed ($12 billion), and service of the debt that Trump has piled up related to the war ($17 billion). It doesn’t include the inflation (gasoline at $4 plus) the war has caused. Maryland First District Congressman Harris appears to be OK with this, and OK with the chaos that Trump’s war has sparked around the world. “(Harris) has emphasized the importance of keeping international waterways like the Strait of Hormuz open to oil flow and expressed a desire for international coalitions to secure maritime traffic.” (WBAL News). The congressman forgets that the Strait of Hormuz was wide open to international traffic before Trump attacked Iran. “Rep. Harris called U.S. and Israeli
military actions against Iran ‘dramatic and necessary’ to neutralize the regime's nuclear and ballistic missile capabilities” (WBAL News). Trump said in June of 2025 that he had “completely obliterated” Iran’s nuclear capabilities. What is a voter expected to believe? Harris’s support for the unnecessary war that Trump has unleashed contributes to global chaos, death and destruction, and has cost America the respect of the world, including the trust of our most valued partners, that will take decades to reverse. There are, however , beneficiaries. Benjamin Netanyahu benefits from endless conflicts, turning the attention of Israeli voters away from his domestic political struggles and his fraud indictments. Putin’s Russia enjoys a windfall as oil prices skyrocket to well over $100/barrel. The Bruegel Economic
Think Tank estimates that Russia has gained $15 billion because of the energy price spike. Democratic candidates by and large see the world differently: The U.S. should stop wasting huge amounts of money in Iran, instead ramping up support to ally Ukraine in its defense against Russian imperialism. Democrats will vote to end the harmful Trump tariffs that have been so costly to First District residents. They will vote to repeal the Medicaid cuts that will leave so many in the First District without health coverage. Democrats are no friends of Netanyahu and Putin. Democrats will hit the ground reversing the disastrous policies that Trump and Congressman Harris have wrought on America. Ronald W. Pilling Bishopville Continued on Page 78
NOTICE OF ELECTION TOWN OF OCEAN CITY 2026 MUNICIPAL ELECTION
The Town of Ocean City is holding the Municipal Election in conjunction with the Gubernatorial Election. Registered Ocean City voters are able to vote in both elections at the Roland E. Powell Convention Center, 4001 Coastal Highway, on Tuesday, November 3, 2026, from 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. The Municipal Election will be held in Hall A; the Gubernatorial Election will be held in Hall B. Voters must sign in at both the municipal and the federal/state registration desks that day. Free bus service is offered for all users on Election Day. The no-fare policy for buses and ADA service will be in effect from 6:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. ADA service requests must be received in advance, no later than 4 p.m. the day before. For additional information contact Ocean City Transportation at 410-723-1606 or visit www.oceancitymd.gov. Below is a sample ballot for the 2026 Municipal Election that includes two candidates for mayor and four council candidates. Municipal Election voters will fill in the square to the left of the name(s) of your choice. For those who prefer to vote by mail: Absentee Ballot Applications are available on www.oceancitymd.gov. Once the application is received and vetted, an absentee ballot and self-addressed, return envelope, will be mailed to you. Absentee ballots can be returned by mail or dropped in the white mailbox outside of City Hall labeled Municipal Election Absentee Ballots Only. An Absentee Ballot Application and ballot can also be completed in person at City Hall, 301 N. Baltimore Avenue. Questions regarding Municipal Election can be directed to the City Clerk at 410289-8842.
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Diabetic foundation helping Shore families By Brian Shane Staff Writer (Oct. 16, 2026) A local urologist told Katie Rimel her 10-year-old son would grow out of his bedwetting problem. But she had a gut feeling that she needed a second opinion. As their family drove home to West Ocean City from a specialist in Annapolis, her primary doctor called them back with an urgent message: The results of Eric’s bloodwork revealed dangerously high sugar levels. “Turn around. Go to the nearest hospital,” the doctor told Rimel. “They’re gonna fly you out of here.” The Rimels didn’t know it, but Eric had type 1 diabetes. Not only that, but he was approaching diabetic ketoacidosis, a potentially life-threatening complication of diabetes. They rushed him to a children’s hospital in
Washington, D.C. for emergency treatment. It was that moment in October 2009 that eventually led Katie and her husband to establish the Eastern Shore T1 Diabetic Support Foundation. For the last 15 years, the nonprofit has grown to help many families navigate their children’s lifechanging illnesses. Type 1 Diabetes is an autoimmune disease with no cure in which the body attacks the cells that produce insulin. Without insulin, the body can’t properly use blood sugar for energy, so patients need daily insulin treatments to survive. When a child is diagnosed, “within 24 hours, your life has been turned upside down,” Rimel said. “I try to emphasize, you're not alone in this. And I always tell people, first thing I
say to them is, ‘Welcome to the family.’” The foundation provides nonmedical support to diabetic families between Annapolis and the Hampton Roads area. Rimel makes connections between families who are new to a diabetes diagnosis and others who’ve been dealing with it a while. She’ll also host get-togethers where parents can chat and children can meet their peers. One child who has benefited is 14year-old Sophia Goddard, of Snow Hill, who was diagnosed at age 5. Her mother, Tiffany Goddard, said the foundation’s greatest gift has been connecting her family with parents and children from across the Eastern
Shore who understand life with diabetes. “That support from other families was the best thing,” Tiffany said. “Because at the beginning, you’re just so lost and like, ‘I don’t know how to do this.’” Nine years later, Tiffany said the foundation’s community of parents has helped inform and reassure her about managing illnesses, growth spurts, and other challenges. Foundation families also help each other when equipment fails or supplies run short, sharing replacement items until shipments arrive. One of Rimel’s first moves after Eric was diagnosed was to hold spaghetti dinners fundraisers to send
LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Continued from Page 77
Dead seagulls piling up along Route 90 bridge Editor, We frequently make the trip over the Route 90 bridge and it is with increasing dismay my wife and I are seeing more and more dead seagulls on the roadway. Especially on the Ocean City side of the bridge. I've seen how it happens. The birds glide above the bridge in the wind currents and occasionally dip too low where they collide with passing cars. I'm hoping they begin to figure out this is a dangerous sport. Here's my real problem: seagull carcass removal. It seemed like during the summer there were regular clean-ups. I thought for the recent cruisers weekend this might happen. It did not. Today, I counted 14 dead seagulls on the Ocean City side of the bridge alone. It is less than a warm welcome for any visitors coming into Ocean City. And a not very pleasant sight when leaving town, either. What's up? Can't these dead bird removals happen on a more regular basis? It seems like this would be a very good use of our tax dollars. Tom Rapsas Ocean City
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Ocean City’s candidate forum appreciated
Editor, I want to thank the Ocean City Firefighters & Paramedics Association for hosting the candidates forum at the Ocean City Elks Lodge this week. Bringing candidates together in front of residents takes planning and coordination. The turnout showed how much our community cares about the future of our town, and the event gave voters a chance to hear from those seeking office in a setting that encouraged substance over soundbites. I also want to publicly thank Stewart Dobson for moderating. Keeping a forum on schedule, giving each candidate a fair opportunity to respond, and keeping the conversation focused on the issues residents care about is no small task. Mr. Dobson deserves recognition for helping make the evening productive. Ocean City is fortunate to have residents and organizations willing to invest their time in civic life. I appreciate the work it took to organize this event, Mr. Dobson’s participation, and our community members who came out to engage with the candidates. Matt James Ocean City
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Volunteers with the Eastern Shore T1 Diabetic Support Foundation are pictured helping prepare gift baskets for a fundraiser.
Local members of EST1DSF regularly volunteer at Camp Possibilities. Local representatives include Jenna Parr of Millsboro, Del. (counselor), Nicole Caselli of Dagsboro, Del. (medical staff), Eric Rimel of Berlin (program and recreation staff ) and Bailey Griffin of Berlin (counselor).
Yearly dinner fundraiser sends kids to camp him to a special summer camp for diabetic youth. Camp Possibilities, which is its own nonprofit, hosts about 100 kids for a week each July in Harford County. That first dinner raised enough to send three kids to the camp. This year, the foundation paid $875 each for 11 campers. The camp provides a week of regular summer camp activities like fishing, swimming, and tal-
ent shows. Sophia has attended the camp for the last two summers, finding friends who understand what life is like with her illness. One friendship led to her first sleepover – at the home of a new camp friend whose parent Tiffany trusted to handle her daughter’s overnight care. Sophia is also the youngest of seven in a single-income family.
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Without the foundation’s help, “she probably would not have gone” to camp, Tiffany said. Eric Rimel, now 27, has stayed involved with the camp long after his own years as a camper. He volunteers there and runs its fishing program, helping another generation of children living with type 1 diabetes. The foundation’s community fundraising makes that support pos-
sible. The group will hold its 15th annual spaghetti dinner Oct. 24 at SonRise Church in Berlin, with proceeds supporting its work with local families. This year, it also awarded scholarships to three graduating high school students. “And that is one of the things we believe in, is that no one fights alone,” Rimel said.
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DECATUR PHOTOS OF THE WEEK The much-anticipated matchup on the home pitch between James M. Bennett and Stephen Decatur’s varsity soccer team was a hotly contested game that came down to the final minute. Bennett went up 1-0 before Decatur tied at 1-1 with a goal by Jay Parrish. With under a minute to play, off a corner, Decatur’s Brodie Williams was able to tap in a loose ball in the box to win the game for the Seahawks, pictured above. Decatur is now 10-1 on the season.
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Stephen Decatur’s girls varsity soccer team improved to 9-0-2 on the season with a win Tuesday over Kent Island. In the “pink out” game last Thursday at home, Bayside rivals Decatur and Bennett played to spirited 0-0 tie. Pictured, above from left, are junior Emory Jack; senior goalie Harper Jerns; junior Meera Pascucci; and junior Zoe Rill.
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A 2-1 defeat last Friday at home to Kent and a 2-1 loss to Pocomoke on Wednesday dropped Decatur’s varsity field hockey team’s record to 2-9 on the season. Pictured in last Friday’s game against Kent Island above from left in action are senior Avari Shoff; junior Giselle Burton; and sophomore Bridget Krasner.
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PHOTOS COURTESY OF SUNSET MARINA AND OCEAN CITY FISHING CENTER
SWORDFISH BITE RUNNING STRONG The Ocean City-based sportfishing fleet has been returning from offshore trips this month reporting a solid swordfish bite. Pictured are some of the recent catches. Top left, the Pole Position team is pictured with a 332-pound swordfish caught Oct. 8. Top middle, the Marli is pictured with two swordfish caught Oct. 7. Top right, a 494-pound swordfish is pictured with the team of the Coastal Guide Service. Above left, these anglers on the Ro Sham Bo returned to the Ocean City Fishing Center with two solid catches. Above middle, the Reel Medicine anglers boated this 271-pound swordfish on Sept. 30. Above right, back on Sept. 16, Burnin’ Bills Captain Brian Suschke and angler Bill Thornton and crew boated this 519-pound swordfish.
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INSHORE CLASSIC WINNERS The 10th Annual Ocean City Inshore Classic, hosted by Fish In OC and Hooked On OC, was held last weekend, featuring 35 boats with about $22,000 in prize money awarded. Pictured are some of the winners pictured at the awards banquet with organizer Scott Lenox. Top prize winners by category were Rockin n Reelin, 12.5-pound rockfish; Bait R’ Up, flounder, 4.8 pounds; Kohrs Outdoors, tautog, 3.1 pounds; Miller Time, red drum, 3.2 pounds; Nauti Nancy, heaviest bag, 16.3 pounds; and Grayson Losullo, rockfish, top junior angler, 10.1 pounds.
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