BERLIN – A new generator will ensure the town can continue its efforts to keep electric costs low.On Friday, crews delivered the town’s new 2-megawatt, natural gas generator to replace the one that failed last July. Once it’s up and running, the town will have four engines to generate power when purchase costs are high.“During… Read more »
BERLIN – Plans for the addition of more outdoor seating at Blacksmith Restaurant and Bar are moving forward.At a meeting Wednesday, the Berlin Historic District Commission approved plans for a deck at the Blacksmith but asked the restaurant’s connections to return with details about the roof planned for the outdoor seating space. The changes are… Read more »
SNOW HILL – Officials granted new beer, wine and liquor licenses to a variety of local establishments this week.The Worcester County Board of License Commissioners (BLC) approved licenses for The Globe in Berlin as well as several hotels and a few new restaurants in Ocean City this week.In Berlin, the board approved a beer, wine… Read more »
BERLIN – Assateague Island National Seashore reopened Sunday after a seven-week closure in response to COVID-19.While much of the park opened to the public at 9:30 a.m. Sunday, the visitor center as well as front and back country campgrounds remain closed.“While most outdoor areas will be accessible for visitors to enjoy, a return to full… Read more »
BERLIN – Town officials discussed the need for stormwater fee increases to fund further improvements this week.During Monday’s meeting of the town council, officials discussed the stormwater improvements still needed in Berlin and the cost of funding those improvements. Mayor Gee Williams said stormwater fees would need to increase going forward.“Between now and the end… Read more »
SNOW HILL – Worcester County officials agreed to work with the Town of Ocean City regarding emergency medical service in West Ocean City.During budget deliberations on Tuesday, the Worcester County Commissioners voted 4-3 to negotiate with Ocean City regarding the cost of providing emergency medical service to the West Ocean City area and to include… Read more »
SNOW HILL – Revenue concerns highlighted a Worcester County budget work session this week as the long-term effects of the ongoing health crisis remain unknown.“The impact’s going to continue a lot longer than we think,” Commissioner Jim Bunting said.The commissioners held a virtual meeting Tuesday to discuss the county’s $205 million proposed budget. Several of… Read more »
BERLIN – Town officials voted to maintain Berlin’s current tax rate going into the next fiscal year.On Monday the Berlin Town Council voted 3-1, with Councilman Zack Tyndall opposed, to maintain the current tax rate of $.80 per $100 of assessed value into fiscal year 2021. Tyndall advocated for the constant yield rate, which would… Read more »
SNOW HILL – While they might not be walking across the stage in the traditional manner, local high school seniors will be celebrated with graduation events this month.As the COVID-19 pandemic continues, school system officials were forced to create unique events to celebrate seniors. Worcester County’s graduates will be invited into school one by one… Read more »
SNOW HILL – The Worcester County Commissioners voted not to provide funding to Atlantic General Hospital in the coming fiscal year.During a budget work session Tuesday, the commissioners voted 4-3 to eliminate the usual $175,000 contribution to the hospital from the fiscal year 2021 budget. Commissioner Joe Mitrecic said he hoped the decision would encourage… Read more »