SNOW HILL – A wrongful death lawsuit filed against the Worcester County Board of Education following the 2016 death of a Cedar Chapel Special School student has been settled.School system officials confirmed Thursday that the wrongful death lawsuit filed against the school system and a former Cedar Chapel staff member by the parents of a… Read more »
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OPA Board, Attorney Differ On Referendum Letter Intent
OCEAN PINES – Members of the Ocean Pines Association’s board of directors don’t object to the concept of a referendum but rather the fact the referendum relates to the board’s spending limit, according to comments made Saturday.At a town hall meeting Saturday, board member Larry Perrone offered insight on the referendum sought by members of… Read more »
Dealership Annexation Approved In Berlin
BERLIN – The Berlin Town Council voted 3-1 to approve an annexation agreement with I.G. Burton.“What has happened here is this is another case where the property owners, who are immediately contiguous to our town services, have asked if they can be annexed into the town and hook onto those services,” Mayor Gee Williams said…. Read more »
Senator Holds Listening Sessions, Talks Education Concerns
BERLIN – Sen. Mary Beth Carozza outlined her concerns with the Kirwan Commission’s efforts to revamp the state’s education system this week.A listening session Carozza hosted in Ocean Pines Monday was highlighted by her comments regarding the Kirwan Commission and its current focus on education funding. Though she’s only recently become a member, she said… Read more »
Improvements Eyed For Aging Berlin Apartment Buildings
BERLIN – The aging apartments at the south end of Flower Street will be renovated in 2020.Homes for America, the company that owns the property commonly referred to as the Isaiah Fassett apartments, met with town officials last week to discuss plans for the complex located between Uncle Willie’s convenience store and Henry Park. Dave… Read more »
In 25th Year, Berlin’s Victorian Charm To See New Owners; Frene Reflects On Her Career As A Berlin Merchant
BERLIN – An iconic Berlin business will change hands this fall after 25 years on Main Street.Victorian Charm, which celebrated its 25th anniversary earlier this year, has been sold and will soon be operating under new ownership. Longtime shopkeepers Debbie and Steve Frene have decided to retire.“It was almost a spontaneous decision to even think… Read more »
‘The Anna Foultz Room’ Dedicated In Ocean Pines
OCEAN PINES – More than 100 community members gathered last week to honor a local legend as “The Anna Foultz Room” was dedicated at the Ocean Pines Community Center.Elected officials, residents and community members assembled at the community center last Thursday to honor longtime Pines resident and tireless volunteer Anna Foultz, who passed away in… Read more »
Municipal Electric Utility Earns Safety Commendation
BERLIN – Town officials recognized Berlin Electric’s commitment to safety with a commendation.Mayor Gee Williams last week presented the American Municipal Power Transmission/Distribution Safety Commendation to Berlin Electric Utility Director Tim Lawrence.“That really is something for all of us to be proud of because staying safe means being vigilant and taking care of details every… Read more »
New Accord Assures Dialogue On Stormwater Projects
BERLIN – Town officials agreed to consult with a local property owner before moving ahead with any stormwater projects impacting his land.The Berlin Town Council approved an agreement with South Main Street resident Edward Hammond III to consult with him regarding any stormwater project that could impact his property.“This will create a good neighbor relationship… Read more »
After BZA Rejects Concerns, White Horse Park Residents Headed To Court
SNOW HILL – County officials have rejected the applications made to the Worcester County Board of Zoning Appeals regarding White Horse Park.On Wednesday, Ed Tudor, the county’s director of development review and permitting, returned the five applications made by attorney Hugh Cropper to the board of zoning appeals regarding enforcement actions at White Horse Park.“The… Read more »