Berlin issues moratorium on some planning actions until director hired

At a meeting this week, the Berlin Mayor and Council unanimously approved a temporary moratorium on specific actions of the planning commission until the vacant planning director position is filled. B...

Ocean Pines gives general manager Viola four-year contract

Ocean Pines Association General Manager John Viola has signed a four-year contract extension to continue in his position, with an option for a fifth year. By Tara Fischer, Staff Writer Ocean Pines As...

Private Worcester County road officially named Autumn Grove Lane

A private street off Sinepuxent Road will be named Autumn Grove Lane following approval by Worcester County Commissioners last week. By Bethany Hooper, Associate Editor A private lane off Sinepuxent ...

Samuel A. Waters Jr.

Samuel A. Waters Jr. Ocean Pines Samuel A. Waters Jr. of Ocean Pines, passed away peacefully on June 27, 2024, at the age of 85. Sam was born on April 18, 1940, to Samuel A. Waters Sr. and Evelyn Hahn...

Bayside Gazette Editorial 7/11/24: Directors take easy, best route with Viola

It’s inevitable that the ever-present critics in Ocean Pines will question the salary General Manager John Viola is expected to receive as part of his newly signed contract extension. With an annual...

Worcester County targeting illegal ‘snipe’ signs

Worcester County is starting a pilot program to remove illegal, or “snipe” signs from state rights-of-way. By Bethany Hooper, Associate Editor Worcester County will start a pilot program ...

Berlin extends farmers market to October

Berlin’s farmers market will continue through October this year through a pilot program created to determine if demand is high enough to continue the extension in future years. By Tara Fischer, Sta...

Heron Park property sale back on Berlin council agenda

The Berlin Mayor and Council will hear presentations from potential buyers of the former poultry processing plant grounds later this month. By Tara Fischer, Staff Writer The Berlin Mayor and Council ...

Pocomoke library to operate in firehouse during construction of new building

A lease agreement will allow the Pocomoke library to operate from a renovated firehouse while a new building is under construction. By Bethany Hooper, Associate Editor A lease agreement will allow th...

Ocean Pines pool events, classes, improvements planned

Members of the Ocean Pines Association’s Aquatics Advisory Committee are committed to providing a well-maintained and eventful pool experience for the community’s residents with a series of events...