Though it sounds too good to be true at this juncture, there are some exciting developments on the seasonal workforce housing front. The crisis will take years to address, but some behind the scenes work by local officials is now reached the point of public discussion.The West Ocean City park-and-ride is a chronically underused space…. Read more »
OCEAN CITY — Long-time Ocean City Police Department Lieutenant Brian Mongelli was feted with a special retirement ceremony at City Hall this week after a remarkable 26 years with the department.Mongelli began his career with the OCPD as a seasonal officer in 1992 and was hired as a full-time officer in 1995. In the years… Read more »
OCEAN CITY — In an often-spirited, three-hour plus virtual public hearing, the Maryland Public Service Commission heard a wide range of opinions on the proposed next phases of two offshore wind energy projects off the coast of Ocean City.The Maryland Public Service Commission (PSC) on Tuesday held the first of two virtual public hearings on… Read more »
OCEAN CITY – The resort’s Inlet parking lot will welcome back Sunfest this weekend after a one-year break caused by the pandemic.Kicking off yesterday, Sunfest is celebrating its 46th year in Ocean City, featuring a variety of arts and crafts vendors, a huge food tent, drinks and live music. Enjoy free live entertainment all day… Read more »
OCEAN PINES – With no action taken at a court hearing this week, the Ocean Pines Association (OPA) Board of Directors is now considering a motion to conduct a new election.In an ongoing legal battle to determine the eligibility of disqualified board candidate Rick Farr, a hearing was scheduled in Worcester County Circuit Court on… Read more »
BERLIN — From Pocomoke to Ocean City, Berlin to Ocean Pines, there’s something happening at every corner of the region during Worcester County History Week, scheduled for Oct. 10-16.History Week evolved from an annual tour of historic homes presented by the Ocean City Life-Saving Station Museum begun in 2017.This year, along with the continuation of… Read more »
OCEAN CITY — The Kite Loft’s annual Sunfest Kite Festival returns this weekend on the beach between 4th-6th streets.Hosted by The Kite Loft, the annual Sunfest Kite Festival in Ocean City is billed as “a kite flying extravaganza and funfest for kite fliers and spectators.”Whether you have one kite, a collection of hand-crafted art kites… Read more »
SNOW HILL – Vandalism has resulted in the temporary closure of Furnace Town.The historic site remains closed this week after staff discovered extensive vandalism at Furnace Town last Wednesday.“There’s an active police investigation and because of the level of vandalism we had to enlist the services of a restoration company,” said Claudia Nagle, executive director… Read more »
BERLIN – Town officials agreed to move forward with the repair of a stormwater pipe on Washington Street.The Berlin Town Council on Monday voted unanimously to approve spending up to $110,000 on a stormwater pipe repair at 105 Washington St.“The owners of that property have been very reasonable but they’ve got an issue smack dab… Read more »
BERLIN – Officials renewed discussion of a short-term rental ordinance this week.The Berlin Town Council reviewed a draft short-term rental ordinance and heard concerns from residents this week. A handful of people shared experiences they’ve had with short-term rentals in their neighborhoods.“I’ve seen the problems,” said resident Ron Cascio, a member of the Berlin Planning… Read more »