SNOW HILL – County officials are asking residents and businesses to take part in an online survey related to broadband access.The Worcester County Information Technology (WCIT) Department announced April 2 that it was seeking local participation in an online survey regarding broadband access and speed. The survey is part of the county’s ongoing efforts to… Read more »
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County Provides Government Update
SNOW HILL – Worcester County Commissioner Joe Mitrecic outlined local actions to fight the spread of COVID-19 in a state of the county address Wednesday.Mitrecic, president of the board, discussed the county’s efforts to support actions taken by Gov. Larry Hogan in an online video.“My fellow commissioners and I recognize that the actions we have… Read more »
Worcester Revises Bus Reimbursement
NEWARK – The Worcester County Board of Education voted to modify its contract with the Worcester County Bus Contractors Association as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic.During a special meeting held via teleconference Wednesday, the school board voted to approve a reduction of the fuel component of contractors’ mileage reimbursement rates during the current school… Read more »
Royal Farms Eyes Route 589 Site
SNOW HILL – County officials this week reviewed plans for a Royal Farms proposed near the intersection of Route 589 and Cathell Road in Ocean Pines.The Worcester County Technical Review Committee (TRC) on Wednesday looked at a sketch plan for a Royal Farms at 11073 Cathell Rd., adjacent to Walgreens. Committee members voiced few concerns… Read more »
Ocean Pines Extends Community Assessment Payment Deadline
OCEAN PINES – The Ocean Pines Association has extended the assessment deadline by 90 days in response to the economic hardship created by the ongoing health crisis.The Ocean Pines Association (OPA) board voted 6-1, with Treasurer Larry Perrone opposed, to extend the assessment deadline to Aug. 1. While officials hope that those who can will… Read more »
Local Couple Details Cruise Ordeal As Health Crisis Escalated
OCEAN CITY – A local couple caught on a cruise ship as coronavirus turned into a global pandemic is finally home.After weeks of uncertainty as their cruise ship was turned away from port after port, Ed and Dottie Pinto are now enjoying isolation at their home in Ocean City.“We’ve had plenty of adventures in our… Read more »
Berlin Church Eyes Community Service In Trying Time
BERLIN – A local church is looking to encourage the community with lighting and music.Every day during the pandemic shutdown, Stevenson United Methodist Church will ring bells and illuminate its stained glass windows and façade as a display of hope and faith.Congregant Beth Sise said members Ty Thompson and Kathy Azbell came up with the… Read more »
Heavy Metal Playground Proposed For West OC
WEST OCEAN CITY – A business that gives people the chance to play with construction equipment could soon be coming to West Ocean City.Heavy Metal Playground, a Boonsboro establishment where patrons dig in the dirt, stack tires and smash cars with heavy equipment, aims to open a second location in West Ocean City.“Everything is lining… Read more »
Alert Issued Over Fraudulent GoFundMe Pages
BERLIN – Town officials warned residents about several fraudulent GoFundMe pages claiming to support Berlin businesses this week.Ivy Wells, the town’s economic and community development director, asked residents not to donate to GoFundMe pages claiming to support Berlin businesses.“None of the businesses have put GoFundMe pages up,” Wells said.Wells said she was contacted by Sisters… Read more »
Teachers, Students Adapting To Distance Learning
NEWARK – Classes resumed for many Worcester County Public Schools students this week as teachers began using technology to provide online instruction in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic.With schools closed through at least April 24, educators on Monday launched a variety of distance learning efforts. The online education initiatives began for high school students… Read more »