BERLIN – As residents in the Carolinas contend with flooding in the wake of Hurricane Florence, Delmarva businesses and community members are leading efforts to collect and donate supplies to those in need.In Dewey Beach, for example, town officials are collecting hygiene and household items, first aid and cleaning supplies, non-perishable foods, and more.Town Clerk… Read more »
Monthly Archives: September 2018
Coastal Bays Health Improving, Report Card Finds
BERLIN – The health of Maryland’s coastal bays improved in 2017, according to a new report from the Maryland Coastal Bays Program and its partnering agencies.Last year, the coastal bay system received a B-minus in overall health for the first time, according to the new 2017 Coastal Bays Report Card.Each year, the Maryland Coastal Bays… Read more »
Former Paramedic’s Lawsuit Against BFC Dismissed
BERLIN – A judge has dismissed the lawsuit filed against the Berlin Fire Company by a former paramedic.After months of inaction, a federal judge dismissed the case filed against the Berlin Fire Company (BFC) by Jeffrey Dean, a former BFC paramedic and firefighter. United States District Judge Ellen L. Hollander granted the BFC’s motion to… Read more »
Wicomico Mulling Stormwater Projects After Drainage Study
SALISBURY – Cost estimates for a phased stormwater management project in Wicomico County are expected to total nearly $700,000.Last week, Public Works Director Dallas Baker presented the Wicomico County Council with a completed drainage study of the Pratt Road watershed.“In a nutshell, we had the study break down the overall drainage shed, which is roughly… Read more »
Public Hearing On Proposed Growth Area Expansion Oct. 9
BERLIN – The public will have another opportunity to comment on the proposed expansion of a town growth area next month.On Tuesday, Oct. 9, during its regular meeting the Berlin Town Council will hold a public hearing regarding a request to add 18 acres at the intersection of Route 346 and Route 50 to the… Read more »
Sea Shell Memorial Gathering Planned
OCEAN CITY – Coastal Hospice will host a “Sea Shell Memorial Gathering” on the Ocean City Fishing Pier on Tuesday, Oct. 9, from 3-4 p.m. The purpose of the free, public gathering is to provide a personal moment to remember, reflect and offer gratitude to those who have died.“It is a chance to be surrounded… Read more »
Plan Outlines Worcester’s Future School Projects
NEWARK – A capital improvement program (CIP) approved last week by the Worcester County Board of Education outlines school construction plans for the coming years.Last week, at the recommendation of Superintendent Lou Taylor, the school board approved the fiscal year 2020 CIP and agreed to forward it to the state’s Interagency Committee on School Construction… Read more »
Coastal Bays Health Improving, Report Card Finds
BERLIN – The health of Maryland’s coastal bays improved in 2017, according to a new report from the Maryland Coastal Bays Program and its partnering agencies.Last year, the coastal bay system received a B-minus in overall health for the first time, according to the new 2017 Coastal Bays Report Card.Each year, the Maryland Coastal Bays… Read more »
Worcester Preparatory School Students Trade Bathing Suits For Backpacks
Worcester Preparatory School students traded their bathing suits for backpacks as they headed back to school earlier this month. Left, Kindergarteners Colt Duffie and Tejal Pillai get creative with the Rigamajig Building Kit in the new new Lower/Middle School Stem Center in the Guerrieri Library. Right, middle school math teacher Yetive Delaney preps her new… Read more »
Vanishing Ocean City With Bunk Mann – September 28, 2018
The Saute Cafe was a popular restaurant in rapidly growing north Ocean City in the early 1980’s. Located at 123rd Street and Coastal Highway, the Saute Cafe had developed a loyal following among both locals and numerous condominium owners in that section of town.Tragedy struck on July 16, 1983 when a fire broke out shortly… Read more »