Denominations on coins
An interesting note about our early coinage is that in the first years our mint started striking coins, not all coins had the notation on the coin as to its value. The United States Mint was created by Congress in 1792. The first minted coins were struck in 1793 and...
Memorial Day is here: So when will beach weather begin?
We shivered through our coldest winter in 10 years, held our hats during the windiest winter in 15 years, and lived the rollercoaster temperature ride of spring. Now Memorial Day weekend is here. It’s the unofficial start of summer. There’s an old saying for our beach...
Ocean City teen performs national anthem at Fenway Park
For Taylor Pontari, “The Star-Spangled Banner” isn’t just a song — it’s a heartfelt tribute to the men and women who serve the country. On May 17, the 19-year-old from Ocean City fulfilled a lifelong dream when she sang the national anthem at Fenway Park, one of...
At the beach, banner planes mean big business
Picture a day at the beach: You’re soaking up the sun, waves crash along the shoreline, and seagulls eagerly await their next snack. But there’s another distinct sound that is familiar to many beachgoers: The familiar buzz of small planes carrying large banners that...
