BERLIN– The town could soon be issuing a request for proposals for ambulance coverage at special events.A discussion at this week’s council meeting highlighted the fact that the town and the Berlin Fire Company haven’t been able to come to an agreement regarding special event EMS coverage.“It’s a difference of opinion on the placement of… Read more »
Monthly Archives: November 2023
Voices From The Readers – December 1, 2023
School Board Flirting With Concerning ChangesEditor:This letter is written with all due respect to Editor Steve Green and in response to the editorial he penned in “Between the Lines,” The Dispatch, November 24. Editor Green writes of a proposal made by BOE member Dr. Jon Andes that the BOE consider requiring school media specialists to create… Read more »
Federal Grant To Fund Water Project
SNOW HILL – Homes in the St. Martins by the Bay community are expected to benefit from a water project approved last week by local officials.The Worcester County Commissioners last week voted unanimously to move forward with plans to connect homes in the St. Martins community to the Ocean Pines water system. The project is… Read more »
OC Elementary Walks the Boardwalk, Visits Beach Patrol
Each year, Ocean City Elementary School physical education teachers Tracey Drocella and Mark Engle take students in grades 2-4 to the Boardwalk for a five mile fitness walk. The walk helps to raise awareness for the importance of being physically active. After they’ve completed the walk, the Ocean City Beach Patrol teaches a lesson on beach… Read more »
What’s Your Sign? – December 1, 2023
ARIES (March 21 to April 19): A project benefits from your organizational skills, which get it up and running. Your success leaves a favorable impression. Don’t be surprised if you get some positive feedback soon.TAURUS (April 20 to May 20): Spend time on practical matters until the end of the month. Then begin shifting your… Read more »
RWWC Held Annual Dinner Meeting
The Republican Women of Worcester County recently held their annual dinner meeting at the Atlantic Hotel in Berlin. Attending the meeting were, left to right, Delegate Wayne Hartman, Jean Delcher, newly elected President of RWWC, Sandy Zitzer, outgoing president of RWWC, US Congressman Andy Harris and Maryland State Senator Mary Beth Carozza.
Cannabis Law Sets Locations, Bans On-Site Consumption
SNOW HILL – County officials approved emergency legislation that will govern the locations of future cannabis dispensaries.The Worcester County Commissioners last week voted unanimously to approve legislation that will require dispensaries to maintain a minimum separation distance of 2,000 feet from a pre-existing primary or secondary school, a licensed childcare center, a playground, recreation center,… Read more »
Christmas Parade Set For Ocean City
OCEAN CITY – Ocean City is adding to the holiday cheer with the 40th Annual Ocean City Christmas Parade marching along Coastal Highway on Saturday.The holiday parade starts at 11 a.m. on Old Landing Road and marches northbound in the southbound lanes of Coastal Highway to the judges’ stand at 120th Street.The event will feature… Read more »
Officials Discuss Step, Grade System For Town Staff
BERLIN – Officials discussed plans for a step and grade system for municipal employees this week.In a work session Monday the Berlin Town Council reviewed plans for implementation of a step and grade system. The town has been moving toward a system since the spring.“I think it would be a benefit to our employees knowing… Read more »
Who’s Playing When & Where – December 1, 2023
Captain’s Table 410-289-7192 15th & Boardwalk In The Courtyard Marriott Fridays & Saturdays: Phil Perdue on PianoCoins Pub 410-289-3100 28th St. Plaza On Coastal Hwy. Saturday, Dec. 2: No More WhiskeyCork Bar Wicomico St., Downtown O.C. Saturday, Dec. 2: Dust N BonesCrabcake Factory Bayside 302-988-5000 37314 Lighthouse Rd., Rte. 54 Selbyville, DE Friday, Dec. 1: Keith… Read more »