‘Simpler Approach’ To Summer Vacation Bible School Planned

BERLIN – A local church is going back to basics with this year’s vacation bible school program.Buckingham Presbyterian Church will be hosting vacation bible school sessions every other Fri...

Public Defender’s Office Urges OCPD’s Body Camera Use; Internal Investigation Continues

OCEAN CITY — Following a pair of incidents earlier this month when the Ocean City Police Department’s use of force was questioned, the state’s Office of the Public Defender this week...

Inaugural Tuna and Tiaras a Big Success

OCEAN CITY- The inaugural Tuna and Tiaras tournament last weekend was a rousing success with plenty of participants and lots of big fish all for a good cause.Hosted by the Ocean City Fishing Center, t...

Staffing Shortage Delays Wicomico Septic Permit Reviews

SALISBURY – A discussion on septic issues and operations at the health department’s environmental health division highlighted a recent meeting in Wicomico County.Last week, members of the ...

Eight Candidates Seeking Four Open Fenwick Council Seats

FENWICK ISLAND – Eight candidates are seeking four seats on the Fenwick Island Town Council this year.On Wednesday, the Fenwick Island Town Council held a special meeting to accept the names of ...

‘Rampant’ Fraud Seen In Unemployment Claims

OCEAN CITY — With federal unemployment insurance enhancements set to expire next week, the number of fraudulent claimants in Maryland continues to soar.Enhanced unemployment benefits during the ...

Worcester To Spend $120K On Summer STEM Academy

SNOW HILL – County officials approved plans for a summer STEM program at Worcester Technical High School.The Worcester County Commissioners last week approved plans for WEST (Worcester Enrichmen...

Final Marlin Fest MOU Approved

OCEAN CITY — After some final tweaks regarding vendor fees and the town’s in-kind contribution, the council this week approved the final memorandum of understanding (MOU) with the White Ma...

Unique Summer Camp On Tap

POCOMOKE – A group of students from Pocomoke Middle School will broaden their environmental experiences with a new summer camp.In July, members of Pocomoke Middle School’s Surfrider Club ...

OCBP Alumni Of The Week, Jim Matchett, Learned Training For Life

(Editor’s Note: The following is a series on the men and women who have spent their summers protecting all those who came to Ocean City for fun and safe vacation.)OCEAN CITY – Growing up i...