Religious messages agree on having hope

Ramadan began April 2, Ram Navami was on April 10, Passover begins at sundown today (Friday) and Easter is Sunday. This confluence of religious observances by followers of Islam, Hinduism, Judaism and...

Letter to the Editor

Views on Sports Complex Project Editor, I applaud our commissioners’ leadership and dedication to helping Worcester County continue to prosper. However, their recent 4-3 vote in favor of the sports ...

Sports Complex Public Hearing Set For Tuesday

BERLIN– Area residents can share their thoughts on a sports complex proposed near Stephen Decatur High School at a public hearing Tuesday.The Worcester County Commissioners will host a public h...

Diakonia Celebrates 50th Anniversary

WEST OCEAN CITY – A local nonprofit dedicated to helping homeless individuals and families is celebrating 50 years of service to the community.This year, Diakonia celebrates its 50th year of op...

Workforce Housing Sites Explored In West OC

WEST OCEAN CITY– A Midwest company is exploring a variety of West Ocean City properties as it works to develop student housing to serve the resort.While a presentation in front of the Worcester...

Berlin Maintains Current Tax Rate

BERLIN – The Berlin Town Council voted 4-1 to maintain the current tax rate.The municipal tax rate will remain $0.815 per $100 of assessed value following a vote at Monday’s council meeti...

Council Debates Removing Paddack From Office After Weekend Incident

OCEAN CITY – City officials this week took no action on a requested motion to remove Councilman Mark Paddack after an incident last weekend, but the issue will likely be revisited next week.Aro...

More Keeper Flounder in the Bay and A 45 Pound Catfish

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LQkfq8iNj8MCheck out the Angler’s Advantage at Atlantic Tackle in West Ocean City above!You won’t be surprised to hear it was a little windy today, but the ...

Lifeguard Shortage Spurs Debate On Incentive Program

OCEAN CITY – With the season rapidly approaching, the Ocean City Beach Patrol is facing a personnel shortfall, but if the ranks are not filled, there will not be any noticeable changes in cover...

Musicians Visit Snow Hill Elementary School

SNOW HILL– A pair of world-renowned musicians shared their skills with Snow Hill Elementary School students last week through a visiting artist program.Violinist Elena Urioste, who is also arti...