SNOW HILL – Local students put the Archimedes principle into action with a trip to the Pocomoke River.On Friday, eighth-graders in Denis Jenkins’ Gateway to Technology class at Snow Hill Middle School tested their craftsmanship as they pushed off the dock aboard the cardboard boats they spent the past month building.“I never knew cardboard could… Read more »
BERLIN–A new Berlin facility aims to provide both children and adults with the latest ways to stay active.After years of planning, the Berlin Activities Depot opened on Old Ocean City Boulevard this month. The 30,000-square-foot facility offers gymnastics, adult fitness programs, a rock climbing wall and laser tag, among other activities. The building also houses… Read more »
SHOWELL – Musicians from the Mid-Atlantic Symphony Orchestra shared their love of music with local students during programs at Showell and Ocean City elementary schools last week.Last Monday musicians Terry and Laurel Ewell visited kindergarten and first grade students at Showell and Ocean City elementary schools. The visit was part of the Mid-Atlantic Symphony Orchestra… Read more »
BERLIN – A local shop looks to expand on the past year’s success with a move to a new Main Street location.Patty Jean’s Boutique, the clothing shop previously located on Broad Street, opened in May at 110 N. Main St. Patty Jeans owner Megan Cosman said she couldn’t resist the chance to take over the… Read more »
SNOW HILL – The area’s aging population, the nationwide opioid epidemic and increasing cuts in grant funding are the chief concerns for Worcester County’s incoming health officer.As she prepares to assume leadership of the Worcester County Health Department, Rebecca Jones says she hopes her knowledge of the agency and the county at large will aid… Read more »
BERLIN – Police in Berlin will launch a pedestrian awareness campaign in an effort to prevent accidents as traffic in town increases.The Berlin Police Department is expected to spend the coming weeks reminding both motorists and pedestrians of the laws pertaining to those on the street.“We have to reeducate,” Chief Arnold Downing said. “It’s not… Read more »
BERLIN – Town officials questioned the Berlin Fire Company’s plans to build a new station as funding needs at its primary location grow.Following a budget presentation by David Fitzgerald, president of the Berlin Fire Company (BFC), town leaders said funding would be put to better use at the organization’s Main Street headquarters than on a… Read more »
BERLIN – Members of the town’s historic district commission voiced strong objections to the idea of sidewalk decals designed to direct visitors to side street shops.While members of the Berlin Historic District Commission (HDC) said they supported a plan to replace the wayfaring signs downtown, they expressed concerns regarding sidewalk decals.“It does catch your eye… Read more »
SNOW HILL – County officials this week approved plans to sublease Worcester County’s Route 50 liquor store to the connections of the nearby Friendship Food Mart.On Tuesday, the Worcester County Commissioners approved a bid from Ankur and Kailas Patel to sublease the county liquor store at 10818 Ocean Gateway. Ankur Patel and his wife Asmitaben… Read more »
SNOW HILL – County officials approved a nearly $199 million budget for the coming fiscal year.On Tuesday, the Worcester County Commissioners voted 6-1 to approve a $198,932,675 budget for fiscal year 2018. It does not increase property tax or income tax rates.Commissioner Joe Mitrecic, who voted against approving the budget, praised county staff for their… Read more »