Candidates share goals at OP forum

Board of directors hopefuls field questions on goals By Jack Chavez, Staff Writer The six hopefuls in the 2022 Ocean Pines Association Board of Directors election spent two days last week — June 22 ...

Short-term rentals rules go into effect

New measure instituted after vote to delay fails By Jack Chavez, Staff Writer Berlin’s short-term rental ordinance will be moving forward tomorrow as scheduled. On Monday, the Berlin Town Council li...

Marina gas, drainage ditch misuse highlighted by GM

By Jack Chavez, Staff Writer Marina gas pump issues, drainage ditch misuse and updates on projects including lighting on the North Gate bridge, fencing around the Yacht Club and new pickleball courts ...

OP Golf Committee talks maintenance, more

By Jack Chavez, Staff Writer The Ocean Pines Golf Committee met on June 21 and discussed the following items: The Sand Dawgs, a group of Ocean Pines golfers who help with maintenance around the golf c...

OP Strategic Planning talks phrasing of vision and goals

By Jack Chavez, Staff Writer The Ocean Pines Strategic Planning Advisory Committee held a lengthy talk about updating the vision statement and the use of “residential” versus “resort” with the...

OP resolution overhaul going forward with reviews, debate

By Jack Chavez, Staff Writer Several resolutions have been looked at and debated over the past two weeks by the Ocean Pines Association Board of Directors following the years-long efforts of the Bylaw...

Holiday events in Ocean City, surrounding communities

Array of festivities planned for July 3, 4 and 5 By Mallory Panuska, Staff Writer Fireworks will not blast off in Ocean City limits on July 4, but an array of other activities are planned in and aroun...

Event Showcases Student Drone Skills

BERLIN– Local girls showcased their flying skills with a “Drone Olympics” competition to wrap up a school program.The Fly Like a Girl drone program, offered as an after-school acade...

National Park Service Seeks Comments On Proposed Assateague Changes

ASSATEAGUE — The National Park Service is seeking public comment on a planned reconfiguration of the existing South Ocean Beach parking area and the popular Over-Sand Vehicle (OSV) entrance roa...

Brick Crosswalks Being Replaced In Berlin

BERLIN– The town’s iconic brick crosswalks are being eliminated in favor of safer alternatives now being used by the state.Mayor Zack Tyndall advised council members this week that Maryla...