Charles F. EderOcean PinesCharles F. Eder, 79, known locally as “Captain Chuck” of Ocean Pines, passed away peacefully on Jan. 11, 2024, at Coastal Hospice of Ocean Pines.Capt. Chuck was born on Oct. 17, 1944, to Charles John Eder and Myrna (Machen) Eder in Baltimore.After serving three years in the US Army, Capt. Chuck was… Read more »
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Obituaries – January 26, 2024
Robert Palmer AukerOCEAN CITY – Robert “Bob” Palmer Auker, 81, of West Ocean City, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, Jan. 16, 2024. Bob was born on May 17, 1942, to the late Palmer and Harriett Auker of Berwick, Pa.He was a loving husband to the late Peggy Auker and is survived by their three children,… Read more »
Commissioners Recognized Longtime Volunteer
The Worcester County Commissioners recently recognized the longtime volunteer efforts of Virgil and Kenny Dukes of the Girdletree Volunteer Fire Company. Virgil Dukes is pictured with the commissioners after receiving his commendation.
Mil-Net, Inc. Donated to Brooke’s Toy Closet
Mil-Net, Inc. recently made a generous donation to Brooke’s Toy Closet, which provides toys to children at TidalHealth Peninsula Regional and TidalHealth Nanticoke. Pictured are Donna Murray, director of the TidalHealth Foundation, and John Weber, president of Mil-Net, Inc. with some of the donated toys.
RWWC Introduced New Board Members
New board members of the Republican Women of Worcester County were introduced by Sandy Zitzer, RWWC immediate past president, during a general luncheon meeting at Lighthouse Sound.
OC Art League Donated to Diakonia
On Jan. 15, the Art League of Ocean City presented a $1,000 check to Diakonia Inc. on behalf of the Empty Bowl Project, an annual pottery project at the Ocean City Center for the Arts dedicated to benefiting the programs of both nonprofits. Pitured from left to right is Ken Argot, executive director of Diakonia,… Read more »
Assateague Coastal Trust Hosted “Sip & Science” Event
Go Green OC’s Josh Chamberlain talked about the importance of composting recently with attendees of a “Sip and Science” event hosted by Assateague Coastal Trust. Chamberlain advised the audience on how to compost and ways they can help reduce waste.
Rotary Club Learns the Benefits of Recycling
Worcester County Recycling Manager Bob Keenan and Ed Sargeant met with members of the Rotary Club of Snow Hill to highlight the benefits of recycling. Citizens can learn more about recycling on the county’s website, co.worcester.md.us. Pictured from left to right are Sargeant, Keenan, and Rotary Club President Bob Smith.
Obituaries – January 19, 2024
Larry Joseph Pizza, Jr. BERLIN — Larry Joseph Pizza, Jr., age 72, of Mystic Harbour, passed away on Monday, Dec. 11, 2023, at Tidal Health Peninsula Regional in Salisbury. He was the son of the late Larry J. Pizza, Sr. and Kathryn Mae Pizza. He is survived by his loving wife, Kimberly Pizza, and his… Read more »
RWWC Held Holiday Luncheon Celebration
The board members of the Republican Women of Worcester County held their holiday luncheon celebration at the Atlantic Hotel in Berlin in December.