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 opted for a few nights at the Hyatt in Cambridge. Pam and Beckett went Wednesday for some time… Read more »
Monthly Archives: March 2021
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 position. Mayor Zack Tyndall thanked staff for the effort that went into the document.“There was a lot of work that went in all… Read more »
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 the general manager.Last week, the Ocean Pines Association (OPA) released two investigation reports – one involving a review of the management team and another involving a recent complaint… Read more »
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) Board of Directors agreed to move forward with an effort to establish a handicap-accessible playground in Bainbridge Park.“The recreation and parks committee has been working on an issue, looking at… Read more »
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) flanked by Atlantic Physical Therapy Director of Clinic Operations Bobby Hammond (left) and Head Coach Jake Coleman (right).Submitted photo
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 address some of the ills associated with short-term rentals, such as crowding, trash and noise. Governments should do what they… Read more »
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 of the new public works campus in his honor.)I can only hope that all of you realize that I started my career with the Town of Ocean… Read more »
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 Worcester County Commissioners this week she was seeking funding in the coming fiscal year for a new prosecutor to help with the county’s surfeit of cases. Heiser’s… Read more »
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 Assateague Coastal Trust, through its legal counsel the Chesapeake Legal Alliance, is claiming a major victory after a Montgomery County Circuit Court judge… Read more »
Gun Fired In North Ocean City
OCEAN CITY — A Washington, D.C. man was arrested last week after allegedly firing a handgun in the direction of an uptown hotel.Around 6:50 a.m. last Tuesday, an Ocean City Police Department (OCPD) detective along with members of the Special Enforcement Unit and the Narcotics Unit responded to an uptown condo building to locate a… Read more »