SNOW HILL – Flooding on Route 12 during a recent storm prompted county officials to ask the state for drainage improvements.The Worcester County Commissioners voted unanimously last week to send a letter to Maryland Secretary of Transportation Paul Wiedefeld asking for drainage improvements north of the Route 12 bridge in Snow Hill.“This is a request… Read more »
Yearly Archives: 2024
Commissioners Recognized Longtime Volunteer
The Worcester County Commissioners recently recognized the longtime volunteer efforts of Virgil and Kenny Dukes of the Girdletree Volunteer Fire Company. Virgil Dukes is pictured with the commissioners after receiving his commendation.
Ocean Pines Plans Town Hall Meeting For Budget Review
OCEAN PINES – A town hall meeting will allow association members to learn more about the coming year’s budget.During a board meeting last Saturday, General Manager John Viola announced plans to hold a town hall meeting on the fiscal year 2024-2025 budget. He said the coming year’s recommended spending plan will feature changes made by… Read more »
Berlin Residents Discuss Gentrification Concerns
BERLIN — The bitter cold outside last Wednesday night did not dissuade dozens of residents from venturing out to talk about the Town of Berlin’s strategic plan at St. Paul’s Church on Flower Street.More than 65 people spoke about affordable housing, traffic, gentrification and other long-term issues during a town hall meeting hosted by Salisbury… Read more »
Mil-Net, Inc. Donated to Brooke’s Toy Closet
Mil-Net, Inc. recently made a generous donation to Brooke’s Toy Closet, which provides toys to children at TidalHealth Peninsula Regional and TidalHealth Nanticoke. Pictured are Donna Murray, director of the TidalHealth Foundation, and John Weber, president of Mil-Net, Inc. with some of the donated toys.
Officials Eye Pond Stabilization Project
OCEAN PINES – A soft shoreline project is expected to stabilize the South Gate pond.General Manager John Viola said the Ocean Pines Association is working with the Maryland Coastal Bays Program to proceed with a soft shoreline project at the South Gate pond. He said with the use of federal funding and environmental techniques, the… Read more »
After-School Art Club Held at Berlin Intermediate
The creative vibes have been flowing at the after-school art club at Berlin Intermediate School, an outreach program of the Art League of Ocean City, led by art teacher Joanne Guilfoil. Students made bird feed strings and gingerbread people. Left are Kiley Mikulski and Nola Gisriel. Below, left, is Hunter Rodriguez. Below, second, is Landon… Read more »
Things To Do Around Town – January 26, 2024
Every Monday: TOPS Meeting 5-6:30 p.m. Atlantic General Hospital, Berlin. Take Off Pounds Sensibly is a support group promoting weight loss and maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Call Rose 443-880-8444.Every Monday: Bridge Games Are you interested in joining others for a game of Bridge at the Ocean City 50+ Senior Center? If so, please call or… Read more »
Things I Like – January 26, 2024
The sun’s warmth on a freezing dayWhen my teens fall asleep at night before meBusy local restaurants in JanuaryMy neighbor’s wandering catWaking up to snow on the ground on a day offEveryone in my house wearing a Ravens jersey during a gameThe feeling after a moveKeeping things simple whenever possiblePeople who don’t change with successExercising… Read more »
Council Approves RFP For Water Main Move
BERLIN – Town officials agreed to seek bids for a water main relocation this week.On Monday, the Berlin Town Council unanimously approved a request for proposals (RFP) for water improvements on Harrison Avenue. As the Berlin Beer Company prepares to open, municipal officials want to move the water line that currently runs under the building.“With… Read more »