OCEAN CITY — A major re-decking of the Ocean City Boardwalk is now underway with the first phase of a two-year project slated for the northernmost and southernmost sections.The complete re-decking of the Boardwalk has been on the town’s radar for the last couple of years. The project has been a regular fixture in the… Read more »
BERLIN– Town officials are reviewing options for a well on Branch Street after identifying mechanical issues.Town Administrator Jeff Fleetwood told the Berlin Town Council this week the town’s Branch Street well — one of three — is now offline. Town staff identified mechanical issues with the aging well during routine maintenance.“We are in the process… Read more »
OCEAN CITY – A decrease in calls for service highlighted a monthly report on police activity.On Wednesday, Ocean City Police Department Chief Ross Buzzuro presented members of the town’s Police Commission with an update on police activity for the month of September.Buzzuro noted that the department reported a significant decrease in calls for service compared… Read more »
Newlywed Assault ArrestOCEAN CITY — A Pennsylvania woman was arrested on assault charges last weekend after allegedly slapping her newlywed husband in the midtown area.Around 10:55 p.m. last Saturday, Ocean City Police Department (OCPD) officers responded to the area of 49th Street for an alleged domestic assault that had just occurred. Upon arrival, officers located… Read more »
Christopher Earl PriceOCEAN CITY — Christopher Earl Price, age 37, died on Saturday, Sept. 25, 2021.Born in Salisbury, he was the son of Earl “Tim” Price and Mary (Todd) Price of Berlin. Along with his parents, he is survived by his brothers, Matthew and Jonathan Price, both of Berlin; sister Amy Brooks and her husband… Read more »
FENWICK ISLAND – An ordinance amendment to include mechanical equipment into the town’s commercial height regulations will advance to a public hearing.On Wednesday, the Fenwick Island Charter and Ordinance Committee met to discuss a proposed ordinance amendment to include mechanical equipment into the calculation of a commercial building’s height.“It’s basically marrying up what is already… Read more »
Atlantic Hotel 410-641-3589 2 North Main St., Berlin Friday, Oct. 22: Frankie Moran Mondays: Earl BeardsleyxBuxy’s Salty Dog/ Dry Dock 28 410-289-0973 28th St. & Coastal Hwy. Friday, Oct. 22: TBAxCaptain’s Table 410-289-7192 15th St. & Baltimore Ave. In The Courtyard Marriott Fridays: Phil PerduexCoins Pub 410-289-3100 28th St. Plaza On Coastal Hwy. Saturday, Oct…. Read more »
The Art League of Ocean City’s cocktail party, hosted at the Spain Wine Bar at the Cambria Hotel, celebrated the sponsors and homeowners of the Sand Castle Home Tour, currently in progress through Oct. 31, a benefit for the nonprofit art league. Top, Art League of Ocean City Executive Director Rina Thaler and Board President… Read more »
While aesthetically pleasing, the true beauty of the murals on the basketball courts in Berlin’s Henry Park is symbolic. The colorful mural represents the completion of a major grassroots effort rooted in a passionate desire to make Berlin better.We Heart Berlin nonprofit founder Tony Weeg and his team deserve a tremendous amount of the credit,… Read more »
BERLIN — The Maryland Lottery and Gaming Control Commission (MLGCC) on Thursday determined the Ocean Downs Casino in Berlin has met the qualification requirements for a sports wagering license.The MLGCC determined both the Ocean Downs Casino in Berlin along with the Hollywood Casino in Perryville have met the qualification requirements. The two casinos are among… Read more »