Worcester County campground subdivision change tabled

The Worcester County Commissioners agreed to table a bill last week that would amend accessory building and off-street parking regulations within the county’s two campground subdivisions. By Bet...

Berlin names new ethics commission member

The Berlin Town Council approved the appointment this week of resident David Ranaghan to the municipality’s Ethics Commission for a three-year term. By Tara Fischer, Staff Writer The Berlin Town C...

Maryland Coastal Bays hosting Marine Debris Plunder Sept. 22

The Maryland Coastal Bays Program, in conjunction with the Ocean Pines Association, is gearing up to host its fourth annual Marine Debris Plunder, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., Sept. 22. By Tara Fischer, S...

Berlin council versed on upcoming electricity rate changes

At a meeting Sept. 9, the Berlin Mayor and Council heard a presentation by Electric Utility Director Tim Lawrence on the upcoming increases to Maryland consumers’ electricity rates. By Tara Fisc...

Ocean City airport hangar roof project approved

A roof replacement project will advance at the Ocean City Municipal Airport following approvals from the city council last week. Bethany Hooper, Associate Editor A roof replacement project will move ...

Civil lawsuit filed against Berlin daycare after child abuse arrests

A parent of an immuno-compromised infant has filed a lawsuit against convicted child abuser Heather Ward and her former employer, the Berlin Activities Depot, over alleged mistreatment of her child. B...

Committee continuing Berlin beautification efforts

The Berlin Horticulture Advisory Committee is continuing to prioritize beautification around town with pollinator gardens, and areas of flora and fauna. By Tara Fischer, Staff Writer The Berlin Horti...

Berlin scores grant for new playground

Members of the Maryland Board of Public Works recently approved a $216,000 funding request from the Town of Berlin for new playground equipment at Dr. William Henry Park. By Tara Fischer, Staff Write...

Third Berlin day care worker charged with child abuse, assault

Charges have been filed against a third former Berlin Activities Depot employee following a reported incident earlier this month. By Bethany Hooper, Associate Editor Charges have been filed against a...

Only one contested race in upcoming Berlin election

With the filing deadline passing Friday, Berlin Mayor Zack Tyndall and Councilman Jack Orris have unofficially been re-elected, while Councilmember Shaneka Nichols faces a familiar challenger for her ...