Seahawks Sweep Pair, Improve to 4-1

BERLIN- Stephen Decatur’s boys’ varsity soccer team enjoyed a big week, sweeping a pair of games against Mardela and Crisfield to improve to 4-1 on the season.After opening the season with...

The Adventures Of Fatherhood – March 26, 2021

It only took a few minutes for me to remember how much my kids love hotels.It’s been about a year since my boys have been anywhere outside the area. With Beckett on spring break last week, we op...

Berlin Council Approves Formal Reserve Policy

BERLIN – Town officials approved a new reserve policy this week.On Monday, the Berlin Town Council voted unanimously to approve a reserve policy meant to guide the town toward a better financial...

OPA Releases Investigative Reports

OCEAN PINES – The Ocean Pines Association released two investigation reports last week detailing allegations made against the board’s president and concerns regarding a movement to oust th...

Ocean Pines Exploring Handicap Playground Concept

OCEAN PINES – Association officials last week agreed to explore opportunities for constructing a handicap-accessible playground in Ocean Pines.Last Saturday, the Ocean Pines Association (OPA) Bo...

Tough Guy Of The Week – March 26, 2021

This week’s Atlantic Physical Therapy “Tough Guy of the Week” award went to Luke Scott for this strong play on the offensive line against Bennett. Pictured above is Scott (center) f...

OP Best To Slow Rental Changes

When it comes to the drafting of short-term rental regulations in Ocean Pines and other areas, the philosophy needs to be don’t let perfect get in the way of good.There is no magic formula to a...

Voices From The Readers – March 26, 2021

Public Works Director Thankful For RecognitionEditor:(The following letter represents the contents of an email to current and former Ocean City Mayor and Council members after the surprise dedication...

State’s Attorney Eyes Another Prosecutor To Catch Up On Pandemic-Caused Case Backload

SNOW HILL – The Worcester County State’s Attorney says it will take another prosecutor to handle the backlog of cases created by COVID-19.State’s Attorney Kris Heiser told the Worce...

Judge Finds State Not Doing Enough With CAFO Emissions

BERLIN — A landmark decision by a Montgomery County Circuit Court judge last week could have a lasting impact on the chicken farming industry in Worcester County and across the Eastern Shore.The...