BERLIN – Elected officials agreed to update an appraisal for the portion of Heron Park property they have not ruled out selling yet.The Berlin Town Council on Monday voted 4-1, with Councilman Steve Green opposed, to update an appraisal for parcel 57, the lot that features the old processing plant next to the railroad tracks…. Read more »
OCEAN CITY – Onlookers cheered this week as Santa arrived by boat to make an appearance at Fish Tales for Christmas in July.On Tuesday, July 25, Fish Tales welcomed Saint Nick to the dock as the bayside restaurant marked July 25, also known as Christmas in July. The establishment has been hosting the annual celebration… Read more »
OCEAN CITY – Jolly Roger Amusement Parks celebrated Christmas in July this week with a Toys for Tots drive to benefit local families.On Tuesday, Jolly Roger Amusement Parks partnered with the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve to collect new, unwrapped toys and monetary donations in celebration of Christmas in July. In addition to the toy collection,… Read more »
OCEAN CITY – A local nonprofit is seeking grant funding to begin a restoration of Ocean City’s historic Henry Hotel.The Worcester County Commissioners last week agreed to send a letter of support to the Maryland Historical Trust as a nonprofit dedicated to the restoration of the Henry Hotel seeks funding for restoration. Nancy Howard of… Read more »
BERLIN – The town will once again try to work with Worcester County to create a way for tattoo establishments to operate within Berlin.The town council on Monday voted unanimously to send the Worcester County Commissioners a letter seeking a meeting with county and health department officials to discuss tattoo establishments. The request comes about… Read more »
FENWICK ISLAND – The Town of Fenwick Island has named its new police chief.On Monday, the Town of Fenwick Island announced that Michael Morrissey has accepted the offer to become Fenwick Island’s next police chief, effective Sept. 1. The town reports Morrissey brings more than 33 years of policing experience at both the community and… Read more »
BERLIN– Nearly $40,000 in grant funding is expected to help the Town of Berlin pursue a variety of local art initiatives.Ivy Wells, the town’s economic and community development director, reported this week that the town would be receiving nearly $40,000 in funding through a trio of arts-related grants.“Grant funding helps us pay for the things… Read more »
OCEAN CITY – Code amendments pertaining to garage parking, habitable attic space and building height highlighted a lengthy discussion at the committee level last week.Last week, staff presented the Ocean City Planning and Zoning Commission with three code amendments involving enclosed parking spaces, habitable attics and downtown building heights. After a lengthy discussion, the commission… Read more »
SNOW HILL– County officials continue to encourage residents to share their thoughts on future growth as the update to the Worcester County Comprehensive Plan gets underway.More than 900 people have already responded to the online survey consultants are using to gather public input as Worcester County embarks on its 10-year comprehensive plan update.Jennifer Keener, the… Read more »
OCEAN CITY – While they are seeking the council’s reconsideration of a right-of-way conveyance, the connections of the Margaritaville development have concurrently submitted new plans that include fewer amenities and less conference space.On Monday, new plans were submitted for Margaritaville, a resort hotel and convention center to be developed between 13th and 14th streets in… Read more »