BERLIN – As it works to expand its services, Atlantic General Hospital is seeking a $100,000 commitment from the Town of Berlin.On Monday, representatives of Atlantic General Hospital (AGH) provided their annual report to the Berlin Town Council. They ended their presentation with a request for $100,000 over five years.“We’re bursting at our seams in… Read more »
Monthly Archives: February 2018
Berlin Planning Community Resource Day
BERLIN – Officials in Berlin are looking for vendors, sponsors and volunteers for a county-wide community resource event in April.The town of Berlin will partner with several businesses, agencies and organizations to host Worcester County Community Access to Resources Expo (CARES) on Saturday, April 14.The event is expected to provide one-stop access to services and… Read more »
Council Officially Commits Funds To AGH Capital Campaign
OCEAN CITY — As anticipated, Ocean City officials this week agreed to contribute $500,000 over the next five years to the Atlantic General Hospital (AGH) capital campaign including the expansion of the emergency room and associated facilities.Last week, AGH President and CEO Michael Franklin presented the hospital’s annual update to the Mayor and Council, including… Read more »
St. Pat’s Soccer Tourney Starts Next Weekend
OCEAN CITY- The Ocean City Recreation and Parks Department’s annual St. Patrick’s Soccer Tournament returns for the 30th year next weekend with roughly 150 teams and hundreds of players from all over the region ready to converge on the resort for the start of the four-weekend event.From modest beginnings 30 years ago, the annual St…. Read more »
Beach Lacrosse Fundraiser Slated
BERLIN- The Beach Lacrosse Club is holding its annual pre-season fundraiser March 2 at the Cork Bar in Ocean City in an effort to raise money for operating expenses for the coming season.The event is scheduled for next Friday, March 2, at the Cork Bar on Wicomico Street in Ocean City from 6-10 p.m. Tickets… Read more »
$500K In Student Scholarships Available Through CFES
SALISBRY – More than $500,000 in scholarships are available for area students through the Community Foundation of the Eastern Shore. The foundation, which holds more than 130 scholarships funds, has recently opened applications on their website, with many of the scholarships having an April 1 deadline.In the 2017 fiscal year, the foundation awarded scholarships to… Read more »
Decatur Girls Rout Saints On Senior Night
BERLIN- Stephen Decatur’s girls’ varsity basketball team ended a four-game skid this week with an impressive 53-19 win over visiting Saint Michael’s at home on senior night.The Seahawks scored early and often against the visiting Saints and had built a 26-9 lead by the half. At halftime, the Decatur seniors, including Chloe Sass, Lily Belle… Read more »
Fenwick Island Commercial Parking Amendment Debated
FENWICK ISLAND – Officials in Fenwick Island are looking to amend commercial parking requirements, but owners of one business argue those changes could impede on their efforts to accommodate more vehicles.Currently, the town requires commercial parking spaces to be located on the same lot as commercial structures.Late last month, however, the Fenwick Island Town Council… Read more »
Wicomico Approves Middle School Enrollment Shift
SALISBURY – Schools officials in Wicomico County this week agreed to move 150 students from Bennett Middle School next year in an effort to balance middle school enrollment.On Tuesday, the Wicomico County school board voted unanimously to approve Superintendent Donna Hanlin’s recommendation that 150 students from Bennett Middle be moved to either Salisbury Middle School… Read more »
Seahawks Demolish Saint Michael’s, 89-6
BERLIN- Stephen Decatur’s boys’ varsity basketball team wasted no time jumping all over visiting Saint Michael’s at home on senior night on Tuesday on their way to an 89-6 win.Before the game on Tuesday, the Seahawks honored its senior players and managers with ceremony involving family members. Among the seniors honored in the pre-game ceremony… Read more »