BERLIN–The Worcester County Commissioners approved rezoning a Route 611 property this week to allow for retail development.On Tuesday the commissioners approved a request to rezone a 2.6 acre agricultural property at the intersection of Route 611 and Sinepuxent Road to C-1 commercial. Attorney Joe Moore, representing property owner Joseph Balsamo, said the property’s small size… Read more »
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Berlin Advances To Next Round In National Contest Worth $25,000
BERLIN – Berlin is one step closer to taking home a $25,000 grant after being named a quarterfinalist in a national contest.Berlin has been named one of 25 quarterfinalists in the Independent We Stand America’s Main Streets contest. The 10 quarterfinalists that receive the most online votes between now and May 28 will be considered… Read more »
Snow Hill Resident Opens Upscale Resale Store
SNOW HILL – A Snow Hill resident is showcasing her love for bargains with a new shop on Pearl Street.Less than a year after moving to Snow Hill, resident Anna Jones opened ReTag’d Upscale Resale at 108 Pearl St. this month. The shop features both new and used clothing, décor, furniture and accessories. Handmade and… Read more »
Commissioners Approve New Poultry Regs
SNOW HILL – Amid few objections from farmers, the Worcester County Commissioners approved new regulations for poultry operations.On Tuesday, in front of a crowd sporting bright yellow buttons proclaiming support for “our chicken community,” the commissioners unanimously approved a new section of the Worcester County Zoning Ordinance to address poultry operations. While several representatives of… Read more »
Worcester Tech’s SkillsUSA Program Excelling; Advisor Earns Regional Award
SNOW HILL – New national and state recognitions highlight the success of Worcester Technical High School’s SkillsUSA program.Worcester Tech’s SkillsUSA program has been named the 2017 Career and Technology Education Outstanding Program of Excellence by the Maryland State Department of Education. Rick Stevens, the welding teacher who leads the chapter at Worcester Tech, has been… Read more »
Ocean Pines Board Considers Election Process Changes
OCEAN PINES – While committed to improving the Ocean Pines Association election process, members of the board of directors appear to be split on how to go about it.At a work session Monday, board member Cheryl Jacobs proposed an amendment to the resolution regarding elections that would ensure that ballots are counted in open session… Read more »
Berlin Wrapping Up New Policy On Public Place Naming
BERLIN – A committee is working on final revisions to a new policy to address the naming of public property in Berlin.Town Administrator Laura Allen says committee members are making final changes to a new policy they’ve been developing to address how public property is named in Berlin. She says the policy will be presented… Read more »
Pocomoke’s Byrd ‘A Model We All Look Up To’
POCOMOKE – Education officials honored a Pocomoke High School icon this month as he prepares to retire.David Byrd, the well-known athletic director and physical education teacher at Pocomoke High School (PHS), will retire from teaching in June after a 43-year career. He will, however, continue to work part time as the school’s athletic director.Superintendent Lou… Read more »
Ayres Creek Campground Proposal Shelved As Developer Returns To Family Farm Plans
BERLIN – A local developer has abandoned plans to turn the former Pine Shore Golf property on Route 611 into a campground.Developer Todd Burbage confirmed Tuesday he has pulled his campground plans and now intends to build his family home on the property along Ayres Creek. Area property owners who objected to the proposal are… Read more »
UPDATED: Services Announced For Departed Jail Warden; Commissioners Issue Comments At Meeting
SNOW HILL – Worcester County lost a respected and well-liked community leader with the death of Warden Garry Mumford last week.Many in the audience wiped away tears as the Worcester County Commissioners shared their praise and memories of Mumford during Tuesday’s regular meeting. Mumford, 57, passed away April 22 after a brief illness.“Worcester County has… Read more »