OPA Board candidates state their positions on key matters

Bayside Gazette sits down with OPA Board candidates for a question and answer session. MARK VENIT What do you believe is the most important single issue facing Ocean Pines? The paramount issue is...

Fatal scooter accident after Showell Park fireworks show

OCEAN PINES — Ocean Pines Police are still unsure what caused a Brooklyn Park, Md. man to steer his scooter from Ocean Parkway and into a tree on July 4. Around 9:18 p.m., a motor scooter o...

Tuna prices on rise; try fresh from Atlantic

Tuna, tuna everywhere, nor any a bite to eat Or so goes a poor variation of the fabled ancient mariner as I try to get ready for this week’s rendition of food fears. There is a slight proble...

Historic church to add new auxiliary building to grounds

SHOWELL — Historic St. Martin’s Church, which has provided a number of services to the area since its construction in 1756, will soon feature a new auxiliary building to better service fun...

Ocean Pines represents Maryland in recycling contest

OCEAN PINES — Starting this week, all recycled materials collected by Waste Management in Ocean Pines can earn retail discounts for eco-friendly residents and gives the community a chance to win...

OPA Board proposes $4.3M Yacht Club

OCEAN PINES — A referendum vote next month on the proposed Yacht Club project is the only factor barring the initiation of construction of a new building. During a special board meeting la...

World of Toys brings color, creativity to Berlin

BERLIN — With its relaxing classical music, colorful array of stuffed animals and layout crafted with a high attention to detail, it’s plain to see World of Toys — a new shop on No...

Sonic Notes

    NUGGET! Guess what I found. If you’ve only heard of the name Hot Sauce Sandwich before then this is for you. If you’ve had the pleasure of seeing them live, well, I offe...

Best Bites

    Last night (Saturday) Dew Maisel and I had the pleasure of dining at one of my favorite outdoor restaurants.  I just adore the great beach atmosphere, terrific food and wonderf...

Coco Nights

    Hey guys. Hope you all had a wonderful holiday with friends and/or family watching the spectacular firework displays all over town. I chose to be downtown where I could take in the ...