Author Archives: Charlene Sharpe

About The Author: Charlene Sharpe

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Charlene Sharpe has been with The Dispatch since 2014. A graduate of Stephen Decatur High School and the University of Richmond, she spent seven years with the Delmarva Media Group before joining the team at The Dispatch.

Berlin Considering Well Replacement

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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 »

County To Tackle Aging Siren System

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SNOW HILL – The Worcester County Commissioners will seek input from fire companies as they explore plans to replace the county’s fire sirens.The commissioners agreed last week to discuss the aging fire siren system with the county’s fire and EMS committee later this month. An analysis of the system indicated that nearly all of the… Read more »

Pre-Pandemic Health Assessment Spotlights County’s Top Concerns

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SNOW HILL – The latest data shows that mental health, substance abuse and physical inactivity are key concerns for Worcester County.The 2021 Community Health Assessment released by the Worcester County Health Department highlights the health issues facing the community. The assessment is based on 2019 data.“Our data is pre-pandemic,” said Jennifer LaMade, the health department’s… Read more »

County Okays Funds For EDU Study

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SNOW HILL – A new study could result in changes to Worcester County’s water and wastewater policies.The Worcester County Commissioners this week agreed to spend $40,200 on an EDU (equivalent dwelling unit) study that will determine if the calculations currently being used are accurate and how much wastewater capacity the county has available.“We’re just making… Read more »

With Route 90 Dualization Now Long-Range Top Priority, State Confirms Route 589 Improvements On Back Burner

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With Route 90 Dualization Now Long-Range Top Priority, State Confirms Route 589 Improvements On Back Burner

SNOW HILL – While lauding plans for Route 90 improvements, county leaders stressed the importance of widening Route 589 at a meeting with state transportation officials this week.The Worcester County Commissioners thanked Maryland Department of Transportation (MDOT) officials Tuesday for including funds for Route 90 planning in the annual Consolidated Transportation Plan. Commissioner Chip Bertino,… Read more »

Community Celebrates Henry Park Overhaul, New Basketball Courts Mural

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Community Celebrates Henry Park Overhaul, New Basketball Courts Mural

BERLIN – Residents of all ages descended on Henry Park Sunday to join together to celebrate newly refurbished basketball courts.The courts, which now constitute a brightly painted mural, were christened with hours of one-on-one and three vs. three play as the community cheered from the sidelines Sunday. Elected officials and an estimated 1,500 area residents… Read more »

Berlin Again Gains Sustainable Award

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Berlin Again Gains Sustainable Award

BERLIN – The Town of Berlin was re-certified as a Sustainable Maryland community this week.On Tuesday, Berlin was awarded re-certification as a Sustainable Maryland community for the 10th year in a row. The program recognizes municipalities that want to go green and take steps to sustain quality of life long-term.“It’s a pretty big deal,” Town… Read more »