Berlin gets $100K grant for community center

The Town of Berlin has received a $100,000 state grant to help with preliminary project costs for a new community center on Flower Street. By Tara Fischer, Staff Writer The Town of Berlin’s push to...

Berlin approves demo change order for Heron Park site

The Berlin Council has unanimously approved another change order for the Heron Park demolition project, adding $73,200 to the initiative’s total cost. By Tara Fischer, Staff Writer  The Berlin ...

Berlin adds month to planning moratorium

Berlin council members have unanimously agreed to extend the temporary moratorium passed on July 8 for specific actions of the planning commission as officials continue searching for a full-time direc...

BREAKING: Incumbents snag highest vote totals in Ocean Pines election

Ocean Pines Board of Directors incumbents Rick Farr and Jeff Heavner are set to keep their spots after snagging the most votes in the 2024 board election. Rick Farr, Jeff Heavner beat out three chal...

Worcester County Fair commences this weekend at new Snow Hill location

There will be some of the same agricultural exhibits, petting zoos, carnival games and more at this weekend’s Worcester County Fair, but a new location and organizer is also bringing some activities...

State supports wetlands permit for offshore wind pier in West Ocean City

US Wind’s application to construct a pier and bulkhead for an operations and maintenance facility in West Ocean City will advance to the Maryland Board of Public Works following issuance of a favora...

Investigators launching paranormal probe at Berlin Mermaid Museum

A team of paranormal investigators have selected the Berlin Mermaid Museum as a space of interest for potential spooky ongoings and plan to find out what’s there on Aug. 10. By Tara Fischer, St...

Final Berlin skate park design expected within two weeks

Members of We Heart Berlin, a nonprofit dedicated to enhancing recreational opportunities in town, is awaiting a final design for a planned town skate park from contractor Spohn Ranch. By Tara Fischer...

State’s new rural economic director hears Worcester County’s wind, solar concerns

The Worcester County Commissioners have tasked Maryland’s new rural economic strategy director with communicating concerns about wind and solar initiatives and the potential impacts on agriculture a...

Letter To The Editor: Volunteers donated 800 hours to event

Volunteers donated 800 hours to event Editor, To the Ocean Pines community and surrounding area: The Annual Ocean Pines Library Book Sale was held July 23 through July 29 and was a huge success with a...