SNOW HILL– South Points residents objected this week to a land reclassification they’re worried could lead to more development on Route 611.At a Critical Area Commission hearing regarding a mapping mistake at a property on Route 611, several South Point residents voiced their concerns. They don’t want to see change in what they view as… Read more »
FENWICK ISLAND – An ordinance banning the operation of marijuana facilities will advance to a second reading following a favorable vote last week.Last Friday, the Fenwick Island Town Council voted unanimously to approve an ordinance banning the operation of marijuana manufacturing, testing or retail facilities on first reading. Mayor Natalie Magdeburger said the ordinance, drafted… Read more »
BERLIN– As the public comment period related to offshore wind remains open this month, US Wind highlighted local turbine plans at an Ocean Pines meeting last week.Dave Wilson, Maryland development manager for US Wind, made an informational presentation to the Ocean Pines Association’s board of directors Saturday. Wilson outlined the company’s plans and highlighted efforts… Read more »
BERLIN– Town officials approved the transfer of property expected to one day be home to a community center.The Berlin Town Council last week unanimously approved the transfer of two parcels of property from the Berlin Community Improvement Association (BCIA) to the Town of Berlin. The parcels, currently home to Head Start and a multi-purpose building,… Read more »
FENWICK ISLAND – Officials continue to explore Route 1 safety measures in Fenwick Island.On Tuesday, members of the Fenwick Island Pedestrian Safety Committee continued brainstorming ways to improve safety along Route 1, the roadway dividing the east and west sides of town. Councilman Ed Bishop, committee chair, said one of the town’s efforts include working… Read more »
The OC Lions continue their ongoing support of Diakonia with a recent donation of $2,000. Pictured from left to right are Diakonia Executive Director Ken Argot, and OC Lions Club 1st Vice President Scott Stark.
Associate EditorBERLIN– A proposal from a developer interested in Heron Park will not be added to the town council’s agenda.In a straw poll this week, the council indicated 3-2 that they did not want to grant a local developer’s request to have his proposed Heron Park contract added to a future meeting agenda. The decision… Read more »
New CoastkeeperBERLIN – Assateague Coastal Trust, Inc., (ACT) is thrilled to announce that Taylor Swanson is joining the team as the new Assateague coastkeeper.Swanson is a Maryland native, growing up in the Annapolis area with experience working across the Chesapeake and Coastal bays. He considers himself a proud “river rat,” since his youngest days.He states,… Read more »
Charles Owen RouseOCEAN CITY — Charles Owen Rouse, age 73, passed away peacefully on Sunday, Oct. 15, 2023 at Tidal Health in Salisbury.Born in Baltimore to the late Charles R. Rouse and Mary Bernadette Rouse, Charles was the second oldest of 6 children in a close, loving family. After graduating from college, he obtained a… Read more »
BERLIN – Four writers will lead the 2023 Nonfiction Author Panel, to be held at the Ocean Pines Branch of Worcester County Library on Wednesday, Nov. 8, at 6 p.m.Attendees will become familiar with an array of fascinating topics while learning about the writing process of these local authors.The writing scene on Delmarva is thriving,… Read more »