OP ‘Light Up Pines’ becomes participatory

By Greg Ellison Staff Writer (Nov. 28, 2019) While not competition-driven this season, the “Light Up the Pines,” outdoor display event has opened for registration, with the initial deadline for pa...

Elections Committee talks balloting systems

By Greg Ellison Staff Writer (Nov. 28, 2019) Besides establishing evaluation criteria for selecting a new balloting system for the 2020 OPA Board of Directors contest, the Ocean Pines Elections Commit...

Trendic files suit over petition drive

By Greg Ellison Staff Writer (Nov. 28, 2019) Former Ocean Pines Association Board member Slobodan Trendic filed suit in Worcester County Circuit Court on Nov. 15  in response to the OPA Board of Dire...

Santa tours Pines prior to tree lighting ceremony

By Greg Ellison Staff Writer (Nov. 28, 2019) Elfin assistants at the North Pole have confirmed that Santa Claus will make an extended stopover on Saturday in Ocean Pines, starting at 5:30 p.m. St. Nic...

Berlin Will Further Review Bulk Pickup Policy Changes After Hearing Concerns Over Fees

BERLIN – Town officials delayed changes to Berlin’s solid waste policies following objections from citizens.The Berlin Town Council on Monday voted to table an ordinance that would have u...

More Cigarette Butt Huts Discussed In Resort

OCEAN CITY – Following the success of a cigarette disposal initiative near the Boardwalk this summer, a resort committee began a discussion this month on expanding efforts to the Maryland-Delawa...

Beer, Wine License For East Berlin Store Turned Down; Elected Officials Testify Against Request

SNOW HILL – Citing the need to protect the health, safety and welfare of the community, officials voted not to grant a beer and wine license to Uncle Willie’s in Berlin.On Tuesday, the Wo...

Wicomico School Board Vacancy Process Talks Stall

SALISBURY – After months of discussion on the process for filling a vacant seat on the school board, officials in Wicomico County last week agreed to hold off on any possible changes.Last week, ...

Resident Taking OP To Court Over Rejected Petition

OCEAN PINES – The resident whose petition for a referendum was declared invalid is now suing the Ocean Pines Association.In August, the Ocean Pines Association (OPA) board of directors rejected ...

Student Brings Crayola Recycle Effort To Worcester

BERLIN – A high school student is leading the charge to collect used markers for a Crayola recycling program.Earlier this month, Stephen Decatur High School junior Maddox Bunting launched a loc...