SNOW HILL – In spite of concerns from two commissioners, a derelict property in Ocean City was not discussed at this week’s meeting of the Worcester County Commissioners.Though Commissioners Joe Mitrecic and Jim Bunting wanted to talk about a run-down property on Madison Avenue that’s causing concern for local residents, a decision by the president… Read more »
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Major Solar Project For OC, Utility Breaks Ground
BERLIN – Local officials celebrated the start of construction of a substantial solar array with a groundbreaking ceremony Thursday.Elected officials joined representatives from Constellation, an Exelon company, as they broke ground on a 10 megawatt (DC) solar energy project that will account for nearly 25 percent of the Town of Ocean City’s annual energy use…. Read more »
Progress Slows On Berlin Fire Services Contract
BERLIN – Berlin’s mayor says progress toward a contract for services with the Berlin Fire Company has slowed as the town continues to wait for requested information from the organization.Municipal leaders met in closed session Monday to discuss the contract for services with the Berlin Fire Company (BFC) that has been in the works for… Read more »
AGH, Partners Launch Shore’s First Project SEARCH; Effort Aimed At Helping People With Disabilities Gain Employment
BERLIN – A new initiative at Atlantic General Hospital is providing students with disabilities with job skills through hospital internships.Last week officials from Worcester County Public Schools, Atlantic General Hospital (AGH), the Worcester County Developmental Center and the Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) Division of Rehabilitation Services gathered at AGH to celebrate the Eastern… Read more »
School Safety Remains Top Priority
NEWARK – School safety remains at the top of the priority list for the Worcester County Board of Education as the start of the school year nears.Educators joined members of the law enforcement community last week for the school system’s sixth annual safety conference. Superintendent Lou Taylor and Chief Safety Officer Steve Price reviewed the… Read more »
Community Reflects On All-Star Run
BERLIN – Community members had nothing but praise for the Berlin Little League team that fell just short of reaching the Little League World Series last week.The Berlin Little League 11-12 All-Stars were the talk of the town this week after a tough loss in the Mid-Atlantic regional tournament in Bristol, Conn., on Sunday. Mayor… Read more »
Worcester Inks Deal With New County-Wide Radio Consultant
SNOW HILL – County officials agreed to accept a proposal from a consulting firm to assist in implementation of a new radio system.The Worcester County Commissioners last week voted unanimously to accept a proposal from Federal Engineering to help implement the county’s new Harris P25 radio system. The vote came after county staff reached out… Read more »
Ocean Pines Election Results; Tuttle, Daly, Moroney, Diller Claim Seats
OCEAN PINES – The Ocean Pines Association’s elections committee announced the winners in this year’s board of directors election immediately after a ballot count Friday.After a not-quite two-hour ballot counting process, Steve Habeger, chairman of the elections committee, announced the four winners in this summer’s election. Candidates Steve Tuttle, Frank Daly, Ted Moroney and Esther… Read more »
Crabbing Pier Closed As OPA Mulls Repairs; Residents Want Pier Converted To Nature Preserve
OCEAN PINES – Residents who live near the Whitetail Sanctuary crabbing pier shared various concerns regarding the amenity with Ocean Pines Association officials last week.At a meeting of the association’s board of directors July 27, Whitetail Sanctuary residents cited traffic and safety concerns associated with the crabbing pier, which is currently closed and in need… Read more »
Positive Vibes Celebrate Berlin Library’s Ribbon Cutting
BERLIN – Local officials celebrated Berlin’s new library with a ribbon cutting ceremony this week.On Tuesday the Worcester County Commissioners joined municipal officials, area politicians and library leadership for a ribbon cutting at the new 12,000-square-foot Berlin branch of the Worcester County Library.“I think we all are awestruck by this wonderful facility,” Mayor Gee Williams… Read more »