NEWARK – School system officials appointed a new attorney last week after thanking attorney James Almand for nearly three decades of service.Worcester County Board of Education officials announced that attorney Heather Stansbury would take over Almand’s role as school system attorney in August. Almand steps down from the position after 27.5 years.“We’re going to miss… Read more »
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Berlin Purchases New Banners Featuring “Slow Down’ Message
BERLIN – New banners remind motorists to use caution as they drive through downtown Berlin.This week town staff hung banners with the message “Welcome to Historic Berlin, Please Slow Down in Our Town.” The message, the same one that’s on the signs at the town’s borders, was originally developed by the Berlin Pedestrian Safety Committee.“I… Read more »
Berlin Tennis Court Project Scores Grant
BERLIN – A $20,000 grant is expected to help the Town of Berlin replace its tennis courts.Though the long-awaited project has been delayed, it is now expected to benefit from $20,000 in Program Open Space funds available from Worcester County. The grant will be added to the $215,000 in Community Parks and Playgrounds funding already… Read more »
Berlin Police Station On Track For January 2018 Completion
BERLIN – As work continues on the town’s new police station, the project remains on schedule for completion in early 2018.Passersby can now see the shape of the new Berlin Police Department as construction proceeds at the Decatur Street site.“It looks really different today even than it did a couple of weeks ago,” Town Administrator… Read more »
Ocean Pines Association Board President Steps Down From Post; ‘Too Frustrating To Continue In That Role’
OCEAN PINES – The president of the Ocean Pines Association’s board of directors abruptly resigned from the position this week.The association announced late Wednesday afternoon that Tom Herrick, the board’s president, had resigned from the position and that Dave Stevens, the board’s vice president, would take on the role.In an interview Thursday morning, Herrick said… Read more »
Berlin’s West Street Work To Finally Wrap Up Next Month
BERLIN – Town officials approved change orders that will allow for the completion of roadwork on West Street.The Berlin Town Council approved change orders totaling $90,503 for the conclusion of the ongoing work on West Street. Staff said a layer of cement down the center of the street created challenges when it came to the… Read more »
Officials Approve $52K Expense To Record Meetings
SNOW HILL – County officials approved plans for the installation of a video and audio recording system to be used during meetings of the Worcester County Commissioners.After a failed attempt last year, the commissioners agreed this week to spend $52,880 to purchase a high definition broadcast system to record meetings so they’ll be available for… Read more »
Aerial Marketing Videos Approved For Worcester
SNOW HILL – Worcester County will soon be using 3-D animation and aerial videos to advertise commercial development opportunities.The Worcester County Commissioners this week approved an agreement with DB Film Production that will result in four 3-D animated aerial marketing videos featuring local properties. Merry Mears, the county’s economic development director, said the videos were… Read more »
Artist Plans New Studio In Berlin
BERLIN – Main Street is expected to welcome a new art gallery this month.Artist Dana Helmuth is transforming the space formerly occupied by the Brooklyn Baking Barons, who are now cooking for the Burley Oak Brewers Café, into a gallery and studio. Christened Clear Light Studio, the space will highlight artistic styles not typically found… Read more »
Education Foundation Presents To $28K To Schools
NEWARK – The Worcester County Education Foundation this week donated $38,000 to aid the school system with technology expenses.On Tuesday, Todd Ferrante, chairman of the Worcester County Education Foundation, presented a $38,000 check to the Worcester County Board of Education. The donation will provide funding for the purchase of laptop cases and covers as well… Read more »