SNOW HILL – A text amendment approved this week will allow home occupations in accessory buildings on properties with estate zoning.The Worcester County Commissioners on Tuesday voted 6-1 to approve a text amendment that will allow home occupations in accessory buildings of up to 3,000 square feet in the E-1 estate district on parcels that… Read more »
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Worcester Hopeful For Eviction Relief Funding Grant
SNOW HILL – Though it missed the first round of grants, Worcester County is expected to be among the jurisdictions applying for eviction relief funding in the future.On Monday, Gov. Larry Hogan announced that eight counties — including Wicomico and Somerset — had received Maryland Eviction Prevention Partnership grants. At Tuesday’s meeting of the Worcester… Read more »
Ocean Pines Election Ballots Mailed
OCEAN PINES – Voting is now underway in the Ocean Pines Association annual election.Ballots, which are due back by 5 p.m. Aug. 5, were mailed to eligible voters last week. They can be returned to the ballot box in the lobby of the administration building or can be mailed with the self-addressed envelope included with… Read more »
Berlin Farmers Market Extended Through September
BERLIN – The Berlin Farmers Market has been extended through September.Ivy Wells, the town’s economic and community development director, said this week the market had been extended because of demand.“Historically we’ve been extending the market longer in the season based on demand,” she said. “The popularity of the market has really increased this year.”The market,… Read more »
County To Post West OC Road’s Speed Limit
SNOW HILL – County officials agreed to lower the speed limit on Fleetway Drive in response to complaints.The Worcester County Commissioners last week voted unanimously to lower the speed limit on Fleetway Drive to 30 mph. The change was recommended by Worcester County Public Works.“We are recommending that the road be posted at 30 mph… Read more »
State Grant To Address Drainage Issues In Pines
SNOW HILL – Worcester County has received a $549,000 grant to help with drainage improvements in Ocean Pines.The county received a grant from the Maryland Department of Natural Resources for its proposal for Shingle Landing Prong Watershed. The project is meant to improve water quality and flood protection through a retrofit of Bainbridge Pond.“This should… Read more »
Health Officials Review Handling Of Pandemic Safety Violations, Enforcement Actions
SNOW HILL – County officials this week warned of the possibility of further shutdowns if businesses fail to comply with public health directives.The Worcester County Commissioners on Tuesday met with Health Officer Becky Jones and State’s Attorney Kris Heiser to discuss enforcement of COVID-19 physical distancing and face mask requirements.“In order for the county or… Read more »
Fourth Candidate Files For Berlin Mayor’s Post
BERLIN – Four candidates are now vying for the position of mayor with the addition of Jennifer Allen to the ballot this week.Allen filed to run for mayor on Monday, joining what is now the largest race in this fall’s election. Allen will face off against incumbent Mayor Gee Williams, Councilman Zack Tyndall and resident… Read more »
Project Fee Upsets Newark Residents
SNOW HILL – Residents of Newark expressed frustration over rising wastewater treatment costs this week.The Worcester County Commissioners last Tuesday hosted a public hearing regarding proposed construction of spray irrigation for the Newark Sanitary Service Area. Several residents used the opportunity to object to the increasing costs they’ll be facing as a result of the… Read more »
Berlin Offering MASKerade Contest
BERLIN – A new promotion aims to encourage mask wearing in downtown Berlin.As mask shaming makes headlines amid the ongoing health crisis, officials in Berlin are trying to be proactive with a new social media contest. Ivy Wells, the town’s economic and community development director, said this week people who entered the contest would be… Read more »