County Appeals MDE’s Rejection

SNOW HILL – Worcester County is seeking reconsideration of a decision by the Maryland Department of the Environment regarding a proposed West Ocean City development.The Worcester County Commissi...

Berlin Offers Tree Giveaway At Clean-Up Day

BERLIN – The town is seeking the support of residents as it once again hosts Berlin Clean-Up Day.On Saturday, April 27, the town is asking residents to visit one of the town’s parks to hel...

Jenkins Recognized By County For Conservation Efforts

SNOW HILL – County leaders honored Ocean City’s Charles “Buddy” Jenkins this week for his conservation efforts.The Worcester County Commissioners on Tuesday presented Jenkins ...

Berlin Fire Company Provides Quarterly Report

BERLIN – Berlin Fire Company leaders provided town officials with a quarterly update this week.Berlin Fire Company (BFC) representatives presented the Berlin Town Council with a report for the t...

Berlin Electric Praised After National Award

BERLIN – Officials praised the town’s electric department following a national recognition.The Berlin Town Council presented Electric Utility Director Tim Lawrence with a plaque signifying...

Assateague Island Facing Lifeguard Recruitment Challenges, Too

ASSATEAGUE – As is the case in Ocean City, Assateague Island National Seashore is also facing recruitment challenges this spring.During a budget work session last week, Ocean City Beach Patrol (...

Thoughts From The Publisher’s Desk – April 26, 2019

The budget nightmare in Berlin is remarkable. With each passing week, the situation appears to become even more bleak. This week Mayor Gee Williams set out to address recent concerns he has heard from...

Voices From The Readers – April 19, 2019

Berlin Needs To Follow Standard Best PracticesEditor:The Government Finance Officers Association website details best practices for the level of fund balance that should be held by local governments. ...

Wicomico Council Reviews Honorary Street Naming Policy

SALISBURY – A new policy is expected to establish criteria and an application process for honorary street signs.Last week, the Wicomico County Council reviewed a new policy and application for h...

Worcester’s Music Education Honored

NEWARK – Worcester County’s school system was recognized last week for receiving a national designation for music education.In a Worcester County Board of Education meeting last week, Tama...