OCEAN PINES – After a lengthy nationwide search, Ocean Pines Association officials announced Thursday that a new general manager has been chosen.The Ocean Pines Association (OPA) has hired John Bailey to fill the general manager position that has been vacant since Bob Thompson was fired last year.“The board of directors appreciates the patience of the… Read more »
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Health Agency’s Addiction Efforts Earn Praise
SNOW HILL – A local businessman took the opportunity this week to praise the Worcester County Health Department’s efforts to combat the opioid epidemic.As he met with the Worcester County Commissioners to renew the lease for the WACS Center, Charles “Buddy” Jenkins expressed his appreciation for the work local health officials were doing to help… Read more »
Berlin Historic District Comm. Evaluating Salisbury’s Regulations
BERLIN – Members of the town’s historic district commission will spend the coming months researching potential improvements to the downtown historic district.During this week’s meeting, members of the Berlin Historic District Commission (HDC) agreed to study Salisbury’s historic regulations to see if there were any changes that could be implemented in Berlin. They also discussed… Read more »
Proposed Public Art Initiatives In Berlin Get HDC’s Support
BERLIN – Members of the town’s historic district commission offered their support to a trio of public art initiatives underway in Berlin.On Wednesday, the Berlin Historic District Commission (HDC) praised plans for a mural, bike rack and directional planter boxes put forth by the Berlin Arts and Entertainment Committee.“Hats off to the committee…,” HDC member… Read more »
Ocean Pines Country Club In Need Of Emergency Work
OCEAN PINES – Ocean Pines officials agreed to proceed with emergency improvements at the community’s country club.During a meeting July 28, the Ocean Pines Association (OPA) board of directors agreed to have Willow Construction draw up plans and provide cost projections for the long-discussed renovations to the second floor of the country club. Brett Hill,… Read more »
County-Run Sports Facility’s Economic Impact Touted In Report
SNOW HILL – A county-operated outdoor sports complex could have as much as a $23 million economic impact in Worcester County.On Tuesday, Crossroads Consulting Services presented the Worcester County Commissioners with a report detailing the potential costs and revenues associated with a tournament-size sports complex. While some commissioners expressed concern over the $25-$30 million such… Read more »
County-Run Sports Facility’s Potential Economic Impact Touted In Report
SNOW HILL – A county-operated outdoor sports complex could have as much as a $23 million economic impact in Worcester County.On Tuesday, Crossroads Consulting Services presented the Worcester County Commissioners with a report detailing the potential costs and revenues associated with a tournament-size sports complex. While some commissioners expressed concern over the $25-$30 million such… Read more »
Grant Helps School Build Greenhouse
SHOWELL – A new greenhouse is expected to provide students with a variety of learning opportunities at Showell Elementary School.On a day when most students were enjoying summer vacation, a handful of teachers and parents gathered at Showell Elementary to assemble the school’s new greenhouse. The project was made possible through a grant from Lowe’s… Read more »
Berlin Historic District Unlikely To Grow Without Public Input
BERLIN – There are no immediate plans for the expansion of Berlin’s historic district.While some members of the Berlin Historic District Commission (HDC) have expressed interest in seeing more properties incorporated into the district, it’s not something that would be done without public input. Carol Rose, chair of the commission, says she wants to discuss… Read more »
Worcester County Government Employees Present United Way With $18,896 Check
Worcester County Government employees recently presented $18,896 to United Way of the Eastern Shore as a result of employees contributing through their annual workplace campaign. Under the leadership of Campaign Coordinator Kelly Brinkley, departments raised dollars for local nonprofit programs, with the county’s Environmental Programs having the greatest participation and largest increase over last year’s… Read more »