Unnamed private road in South Point now called Heron Lane

A previously unnamed private road in South Point will now be officially called Heron Lane following a vote by county commissioners. By Steve Green, Executive Editor A private road in South Point will...

Worcester County pulls back opposition to solar project on Snow Hill farmland

The Worcester County Commissioners have agreed to rescind a denial letter for a solar project in Snow Hill, officially settling an administrative appeal Chaberton Snow Solar LLC filed in circuit court...

Berlin speed cameras record 178 violators in two days

Newly installed speed cameras on Flower Street in Berlin are officially live and clocked nearly 180 drivers traveling more than 37 mph on the 25 mph road in two days. Charlene Sharpe, Associate Edito...

Berlin holds steady tax rate in final FY25 budget

Berlin council members approved a $14 million budget that includes funding for key projects such as a new public works facility, an employee step and grade system, and design guidelines last week. By ...

Residents turn out to support community center grant request 

Several Berlin residents voiced support last week for the town’s plan to seek a Community Development Block Grant for a community center on Flower Street. By Charlene Sharpe, Associate Editor Sever...

Berlin to resume Heron Park building talks

Berlin council members are expected to revisit a discussion the potential sale of a portion of Heron Park in July. By Charlene Sharpe, Associate Editor Berlin officials are expected to once again dis...

06/06/2024 Bayside Gazette Editorial

Appearances can be as important as money It’s not a matter of whether the Berlin mayor and council want to sell Parcel 57 on the Heron Park tract, that’s been established. At issue is how town off...

Letter To The Editor

Decision makers hurting our county Editor, Residents should know that the Worcester County Commissioners are being incredibly short-sighted and setting up our schools for future failures if they conti...

Berlin residents, business owners urged to report internet outages

Berlin officials have urged residents to report internet issues to their providers as they await the addition of new downtown access points. By Charlene Sharpe, Associate Editor Berlin officials have...

Berlin Bathtub Races set June 14

Local businesses will once again compete for a trophy, and bragging rights, in the 34th installment of the Berlin Bathtub Races won June 14. By Bethany Hooper, Associate Editor Local businesses will ...