BERLIN – With nearly eight years of experience protecting some of the country’s most influential artists and athletes, Stephen Decatur High School alumnus Bubba Almony has plans to grow his business providing bodyguard and transportation services for celebrities, events and businesses.Almony, who grew up in Ocean City, began working in the industry when he was… Read more »
BERLIN – Town officials approved a request for sewer capacity this week that will allow construction to continue at Oceans East.On Monday, the Berlin Town Council approved a request for 48 EDUs (equivalent dwelling units) for Oceans East, the apartment complex on Seahawk Road. The EDUs will allow for the completion of the first phase… Read more »
BERLIN – Town officials approved plans for a Worcester County Recreation and Parks program at Berlin’s new tennis courts.On Monday, the Berlin Town Council approved a drop-in tennis program to be hosted by Worcester County Recreation and Parks at the new courts at Stephen Decatur Park. The program, which is set for Wednesdays from 10… Read more »
BERLIN – Changes are in store for downtown Berlin as the commercial landscape shifts yet again.Two new shops have announced plans to come to town while one existing business has relocated and two others have undergone renovations. The town will lose one well-known establishment, as Berlin Farm Supply will close at the end of the… Read more »
SNOW HILL – County leaders and school system officials reaffirmed their commitment to working together as they met last week for a “State of our Schools” address from the superintendent.The Worcester County Commissioners joined the Worcester County Board of Education and school system leadership last Tuesday for a lunch and presentation from Superintendent Lou Taylor.“We… Read more »
SNOW HILL – An agreement approved this week will allow plans to increase the depth of the Inlet to move forward.The Worcester County Commissioners on Tuesday approved a Project Partnership Agreement (PPA) with the Department of the Army and the Maryland Department of Natural Resources (DNR). The PPA will allow the federal government to proceed… Read more »
SNOW HILL – Officials approved plans for the Worcester County Sheriff’s Office to provide an interim police chief for Snow Hill, though only after voicing concerns about the cost.The Worcester County Commissioners voted 6-1 on Tuesday to approve an agreement that will allow Sheriff Matthew Crisafulli to appoint Lt. Ed Schreier to serve as interim… Read more »
OCEAN PINES – Concerns about proposed spending dominated a public hearing on the Ocean Pines Association’s recommended budget.On Saturday, the Ocean Pines Association (OPA) hosted a public hearing for the proposed budget, which would increase dues by $127, setting the coming year’s assessment at $1,078. Residents asked board members to reconsider unnecessary expenses.“I think we… Read more »
SNOW HILL – While the county’s share of casino revenues has increased with the addition of table games, officials say it’s too early to determine the long-term impact.Finance Officer Phil Thompson presented the Worcester County Commissioners with an update on the local impact grant revenue the county has received from the Ocean Downs Casino at… Read more »
SNOW HILL – The Worcester County Commissioners opted to make no changes to the county’s animal control ordinance this week.While recent cold weather has prompted calls for Worcester County to strengthen its animal control ordinance, the commissioners on Tuesday voted to make no changes at this time. The current ordinance was updated in October.“It’s working,”… Read more »