FENWICK ISLAND – A resort committee reconvened this week after more than a year’s hiatus to review draft guidelines that will be used in the design of the town’s commercial district.On Wednesday, members of the Fenwick Island Ad Hoc Commercial District Planning Committee met with The Design Group’s Jeff Schoellkopf to discuss the town’s next... Read more » The post Fenwick Committee Reviews Commercial Design Guidelines appeared first on News Ocean City...READ POST.

OCEAN CITY — Ocean City officials this week approved on first reading the proposed fiscal year 2022 budget at around $158 million, which will hold the property tax rate at the constant yield.The total budget for all funds is approximately $158 million, with the general fund making up around $91 million. The proposed fiscal year... Read more » The post OC’s $158M Budget Moves Forward appeared first on News Ocean City Maryland Coast Dispatch Newspaper. ...READ POST.

John Joseph BrocatoOCEAN CITY — John Joseph (Jack) Brocato, age 95, of Ocean City, passed away peacefully in the arms of his loving wife and children at his home on Monday, April 26,2021.Born in Baltimore City, he was the son of the late John J. and Margaret (nee Lehr) Brocato. He is survived by his... Read more » The post Obituaries – May 7, 2021 appeared first on News Ocean City Maryland Coast Dispatch Newspaper. ...READ POST.

OCEAN CITY — In yet another example of something borne out of COVID-19 becoming permanent, resort planners this week signed off on an unenclosed, roofed deck adjacent to a popular midtown restaurant.During the pandemic, the town has allowed businesses to create temporary outdoor seating areas to meet state restrictions on capacity, social distancing and indoor... Read more » The post Roofed Dining Area Plans Approved appeared first on News Ocean City Maryland Coast Dispatch...READ POST.

SALISBURY – After nearly a decade of operation, a Salisbury company continues to meet the demand for professional security.Since 2012, USTASC – Tactical American Security Consulting – has provided professional security services to clients across the state. From homeowners associations and apartment complexes to hotels and cannabis dispensaries, CEO and Chief of Operations Evan Avnet... Read more » The post Company Aims To Meet Needs For Better Security Services appeared...READ POST.

BERLIN- Worcester Prep’s boys’ varsity team improved to 6-2 on the season this week with a 13-6 win over Sussex Academy on the road on Monday.After suffering a loss the Cape Henlopen back on April 24, the Mallards have responded with two straight including a 12-11 double-overtime win over Tower Hill last week and the... Read more » The post Mallards Top Sussex Academy, 13-6 appeared first on News Ocean City Maryland Coast Dispatch Newspaper. ...READ POST.

OCEAN CITY — In-person First Friday art openings continue at the Ocean City Center for the Arts on 94th St. bayside on May 7 from 5-7 p.m. as well as at the Art League’s new satellite gallery locations at the Princess Royale and Coffee Beanery. The events will maintain CDC guidelines and require masks and... Read more » The post New Exhibits Featured In May At OC Center For Arts appeared first on News Ocean City Maryland Coast Dispatch Newspaper. ...READ POST.

SALISBURY – A public hearing on Wicomico’s proposed budget for fiscal year 2022 highlighted this week’s county council meeting.On Tuesday, the Wicomico County Council held a public hearing on Acting County Executive John Psota’s proposed operating and capital budgets for fiscal year 2022.The spending plan – submitted to the legislative branch late last month –... Read more » The post Wicomico’s $161M Budget Features Tax Rate Decrease appeared first on...READ POST.

OCEAN CITY — Hoping to foster a working relationship to ease the acute labor shortage in the resort, Ocean City and state officials last week hosted an El Salvador ambassador to discuss a myriad of common issues.Last Friday, Mayor Rick Meehan, along with State Senator Mary Beth Carozza and Delegate Wayne Hartman and other local... Read more » The post Officials Talk Tourism Issues With El Salvador Ambassador appeared first on News Ocean City Maryland Coast Dispatch Newspaper. ...READ POST.