Joan Bernice Scrudato

Joan Bernice Scrudato Ocean Pines Joan Bernice Scrudato, 85, of Ocean Pines, passed away after a long illness on Tuesday July 9, 2024. She was the loving wife to her husband of 66 years, John Scrudato...

Bayside Gazette Editorial: Berlin Planning Commission needs to tread lightly

Berlin Planning Commission needs to tread lightly The Berlin Planning Commission might think it is looking out for the community by blocking the development of a Microtel Inn on Route 113, but its con...

Worcester County school board discusses Blueprint mandate

The Worcester County Board of Education provided updates on the Blueprint for Maryland’s Future, among several other actions, at its latest meeting on July 9. By Tara Fischer, Staff Writer The Wor...

Ocean Pines Association, volunteer fire department ink milestone agreement

The Ocean Pines Association’s Board of Directors and the Ocean Pines Volunteer Fire Department signed an agreement last week after roughly eight months of negotiations to ensure the department is se...

Three AEDs now available in Berlin

Automated External Defibrillators, or AEDs, have been installed in Berlin at the Welcome Center, Stephen Decatur Park and Henry Park as an added safety measure for emergent cardiac arrest incidents. B...

Worcester County seeks loan forgiveness for Pocomoke restaurant

Worcester County Commissioners are seeking forgiveness of a state loan provided for a Pocomoke restaurant 16 years ago. By Steve Green, Executive Editor The county is seeking forgiveness of a state l...

Worcester County to create revenue fund for cannabis dollars

After a public hearing with no speakers, the Worcester County Commissioners voted this week to create a special revenue fund to collect money sent to the county from the state for cannabis sales. By S...

Weekend pickleball tourney planned for August in Berlin

Pickleball novices and professionals alike will have the opportunity to participate in a charity tournament this August to benefit Diakonia and youth athletics. By Tara Fischer, Staff Writer Pickleba...

Worcester County approves spending plan for broadband service

The Worcester County Commissioners unanimously approved a spending plan to provide broadband service to homes that do not have the ability to use high-speed internet. By Steve Green, Executive Editor...

Worcester county approves matching funds to bring air service to Salisbury airport

The Worcester County Commissioners last week pledged to provide some matching funds to a federal grant that will be used to attract a low-fare, nonstop airline service to the Salisbury Regional Airpor...