BERLIN – Dozens of residents, merchants and local officials turned out last week to offer well wishes to Berlin icon Jesse Turner as he ended a nearly seven-decade career on Main Street.The local community celebrated Turner, the proprietor of the Berlin Shoe Box, with a reception at the town’s welcome center March 2.“I want to… Read more »
SNOW HILL – Following a decision by county leaders not to consider Ocean City’s request for a tax differential, the resort is seeking an increase in its annual grant from Worcester County.On Tuesday Mayor Rick Meehan presented the Worcester County Commissioners with a FY2018 budget request of $3,646,524. That amount represents a 4.75 percent increase… Read more »
POCOMOKE – Pocomoke Elementary School earned recognition as a National Title I Distinguished School this week.“We are incredibly excited to have Pocomoke Elementary School recognized for the outstanding work the administration and staff are doing to ensure the children in Pocomoke are achieving at high levels,” Superintendent Lou Taylor said. “The efforts of the PES… Read more »
BERLIN – In spite of increases being implemented by some regional providers, Berlin officials want the town’s electric customers to know their rates will remain low for the foreseeable future.A news release issued by the town this week reported the average monthly residential bill for a Berlin Electric customer was $128.74, roughly $10 cheaper than… Read more »
SNOW HILL – Citing additional calls for service and continued growth along Route 589, Ocean Pines Association officials are seeking an increase in public safety funding from Worcester County.Representatives from the Ocean Pines Association (OPA) told the Worcester County Commissioners they were asking for a $550,000 grant to support the community’s police department, which has… Read more »
BERLIN – Town officials are hoping an online contest could bring a $25,000 grant to Berlin.Berlin is one of a number of municipalities entered in this year’s America’s Main Streets contest offered through Independent We Stand. The contest’s grand prize is $25,000.“This contest, unlike the Budget Travel contest, involves a cash prize,” said Ivy Wells,… Read more »
SNOW HILL – The Snow Hill Blues Jam will celebrate 10 years with a tribute to a local musician.The 10th annual Snow Hill Blues Jam is set for March 11 at the town’s old firehouse. This year’s event will honor Mike Armstrong, a local musician who passed away in September.Armstrong was a member of the… Read more »
BERLIN – The Ocean Pines Association took over management duties at the community’s golf course on March 1.On Feb. 28, the Ocean Pines Association (OPA) abruptly announced that it would be managing the course itself as of March 1. Since 2015, the course had been run by Nebraska-based firm Landscapes Unlimited. In a news release… Read more »
BERLIN – Town officials this week approved a new event that aims to celebrate non-motorized transportation.The Berlin Town Council on Monday gave support to the new event, Earth Day Blessing of the Wheels, scheduled for April 22.“Personally I think it’s wonderful,” Mayor Gee Williams said. “I expect a heck of a turnout.”The event, proposed by… Read more »
BERLIN – Local officials approved plans for a permanent sign to replace the longstanding banner at Berlin Town Hall.The Berlin Historic District Commission (HDC) approved plans for a new sign to replace the “America’s Coolest Small Town” banner that has adorned town hall for the past few years.“Thank you to the town for investing in… Read more »