SNOW HILL – After nearly two decades in office, Register of Wills Charlotte Cathell will not run for re-election in 2018.Cathell said during an interview Tuesday that she’d decided not to file for re-election. Instead, she will endorse Terri Westcott, the register of wills administrator, as she campaigns for the position.“It was a hard decision… Read more »
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National Chains Expected To Join Home Depot, Walmart, McDonald’s On Route 50
BERLIN – As development of the commercial property off Route 50 continues, several national chains are expected to join the already busy area.According to Worcester County officials, Michaels and Fox’s Pizza Den will be among the tenants in Ocean Landings II, the site along Samuel Bowen Boulevard under construction near McDonald’s. Merry Mears, the county’s… Read more »
Former Berlin Mayor’s Services Set For Thursday
BERLIN – Town officials remembered former mayor Rex Hailey as a dedicated public servant during this week’s Berlin Town Council meeting.Hailey, who served as a councilman for eight years and then as mayor from 1996-2004, passed away at age 70 on Sept. 1. Mayor Gee Williams and members of the town council took a few… Read more »
County Changes Retiree Benefits; Retired Employees’ Dependents Must Pay Entire Premium
SNOW HILL – The Worcester County Commissioners approved a change expected to reduce the county’s medical insurance costs in the future.On Tuesday the commissioners voted unanimously to eliminate the health insurance cost-share for dependents of employees hired after Oct. 1 upon their retirement. Though the change was initially proposed in June, the commissioners delayed their… Read more »
Snow Hill Plans ‘Ride To Sturgis’ Event For Bikers
SNOW HILL – As motorcycles descend on the resort area next week, the town of Snow Hill will again encourage them to “Ride to Sturgis.”For the second year, Snow Hill will host Ride to Sturgis, an afternoon of food and festivities for bikers in Sturgis Park. The event is set for Saturday, Sept. 16, from… Read more »
County Against Funding Little League Lights
BERLIN – County officials voted not to provide funding for field lights to Pocomoke Little League.The Worcester County Commissioners voiced no objections to Pocomoke Little League’s plan to install additional field lights at Newtown Park but voted not to provide any funding for the project. Paige Hurley, the county’s director of recreation and parks, said… Read more »
County Grants Property Owner Extension To Clean Up Eyesore
SNOW HILL – County officials agreed to give a local property owner an additional two months to clean up his former garden center.On Tuesday, the Worcester County Commissioners agreed to give Kevin Evans, owner of the former Planted Pleasures property, an additional 60 days to clean up the Route 589 parcel. Evans told them he… Read more »
Berlin Reminds Citizens To Sign Up For CodeRED System
BERLIN – As National Preparedness Month kicks off, Berlin officials want to remind residents of one small way they can ensure they stay aware of the latest local issues.Berlin officials encourage residents to sign up for the emergency notification system CodeRED.“It’s a really good way for people to keep informed regarding road closures or general… Read more »
Berlin Hoping For Main Street Award Win Second Time Around
BERLIN – For the second year in a row, Berlin is in the running for the Great American Main Street Award.Berlin is one of 10 semi-finalists for the 2018 Great American Main Street Award. The recognition is given annually to a designated Main Street community for its economic and social impact.“This is pretty much what… Read more »
Spirited Debate Ensues Over County Operating Sports Complex; Commissioners Vote 5-2 To Explore Sites
SNOW HILL – Local officials will continue to explore plans for a multimillion dollar sports complex in spite of concerns voiced by several county leaders.On Tuesday, the Worcester County Commissioners voted 5-2 to have county staff identify the best potential site for an eight-field athletic complex. While several expressed concern over the cost of such… Read more »