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Bargain of assessments

The release this week of the Ocean Pines Association reserve study, coupled with comments made by General Manager Bob Thompson at his town hall meeting Saturdy, should provide residents with plenty to think about — and argue over — should they be so inclined. The reserve study, conducted by Design Management Associates Inc. of Richmond,… Read more »

Medicare changes open up treatment for Coastal Care

(Feb. 4, 2016) A new Medicare model is now available for Medicare recipients who have been diagnosed with a life-limiting prognosis of advanced cancer, chronic pulmonary disease (COPD), congestive heart failure or HIV/AIDS. Coastal Care Choices is a Medicare-authorized option for patients who want to continue treating their disease but need help with care and… Read more »

Md. Coastal Bays to host free septic systems seminar

(Feb. 4, 2016) The Maryland Coastal Bays Program (MCBP) is hosting a free seminar on septic systems Thursday, Feb. 4 at the Bishopville Fire House beginning at 7 p.m. Although the subject may not appear appealing, those relying on septic systems will be provided with information including topics from why a properly functioning septic system… Read more »

OCES registration to begin Feb. 24

(Feb. 4, 2016) Ocean City Elementary School will begin the registration process for the 2016-2017 Pre-kindergarten and kindergarten programs in February.   Children who will be 4 years old on or before Sept. 1, 2016 may be eligible for the OCES Pre-kindergarten program. Space is limited and children from families who meet the federal income… Read more »

Dean's List

Dean’s List Robert Beall and Emlyn Hammer of Berlin were awarded Dean’s List academic honors for the fall 2015 semester at St. Mary’s College of Maryland. Dean’s List honors are awarded to full-time students at St. Mary’s College who earn a semester grade-point average of 3.5 or better on 12 or more graded credits. St…. Read more »

OPA golf course makes changes to walking policy

(Feb. 4, 2016) Ocean Pines Golf and Country Club has announced a change to its policy for golfers who prefer to walk while playing their rounds.   Golfers with memberships at the public course will now be allowed to walk Monday through Thursday, anytime. This is a change to the previous policy, which prohibited walking… Read more »

Art exhibition in Berlin presented by Optimist Club

(Feb. 4, 2016) The 10th annual High School Art Competition and Exhibit, presented by the Berlin/Ocean City Optimists Club, will be on display in Berlin throughout February. The Worcester County Arts Council gallery, on 6 Jefferson Street, will host the exhibition, which includes works created by students from the four high schools in the county…. Read more »

Public invited to share memories of Assateague Is.

(Feb. 4, 2016) In honor of the National Park Service Centennial, Assateague Island is celebrating “A Century of Memories.” Assateague has long been a part of people’s lives, from basic survival and livelihoods to communities and recreational enjoyment. The public is invited to share memories on Wednesday, Feb. 17 at the Assateague Island National Seashore… Read more »

Enter raffle to win tickets to annual oyster roast in SH

(Feb. 4, 2016) Tickets for the sixth annual Snow Hill Oyster Roast sold out more than a month ago. Those interested in attending the Feb. 28 event, however, can still enter a raffle to win tickets. Snow Hill Chamber of Commerce Vice President Lee Chisholm has helped organize the event each year. According to Chisholm,… Read more »

According to DMA study, OP reserves largely inadequate

(Feb. 4, 2016) The Ocean Pines Association has less than 25 percent of the reserve funds it should in order to maintain all of its current facilities. That’s according to Virginia-based firm Design Management Associates Inc., which last week delivered a first draft of a study of Ocean Pines’ replacement reserves. The study was given… Read more »