Council says yes to chamber and Taylor House event lists

By Tara Fischer Staff Writer The Calvin B. Taylor House Museum and the Berlin Chamber of Commerce presented their 2026 event lists this week, with the Peach Festival and the Bathtub Races returning. T...

Mixed comments on Turning Point chapter at school board meeting

By Tara Fischer Staff Writer The Worcester County Public Schools community is split on the system’s allowance of the politically charged Turning Point USA chapter at Stephen Decatur High School. An ...

Berlin complies with state’s law changes on speed camera fines

By Tara Fischer Staff Writer Fines will increase for drivers caught on camera exceeding the posted speed limit in Berlin, officials said this week. At a Berlin mayor and council meeting on Monday, Oct...

Ocean Pines announces leaf collection dates

The Ocean Pines Public Works Department will collect bagged leaves from Nov. 24 through Dec. 31.  Bagged leaves will be picked up on days opposite Republic Services’ regularly scheduled collection ...

Berlin approves event slate for coming year

By Tara Fischer Staff Writer The Berlin Town Council this week approved the municipality’s 2026 lineup of events, which includes favorites such as the Independence Day fireworks, Oktoberfest, th...

Ocean Pines has cell tower deal

Board’s contract with Virginia co. will lead to structure disguised as tree near Ocean Pines Golf Course By Tara Fischer Staff Writer Improved phone service is headed to Ocean Pines, as last week th...

Off-season improvements planned at Ocean Pines clubs

By Tara Fischer Staff Writer Improvements are coming to the Ocean Pines food and beverage operations, including a new outdoor kitchen at the Yacht Club, a shade structure at the Clubhouse Bar and Gril...

County school system presents first awards

By Tara Fischer Staff Writer Worcester County Public Schools students and staff were recognized last week at a board of education meeting for their efforts in cultivating a positive and thriving learn...

Letter To The Editor: Opponents should laud new energy

Opponents should laud new energy Editor, Affordable energy is on the horizon – President Trump is threatening its possibility For decades, Ocean City has been powered by energy sources that we d...

10/30/2025 Bayside Editorial: Schools, county no role in TPUSA chap

Schools, county no role in TPUSA chap. The uproar that should never have occurred burst into full voice last week as parents, students, political party faithful, government officials and other opinion...