SNOW HILL – Members of the Worcester County Planning Commission agreed to give a favorable recommendation to a text amendment that will allow more flexibility in cell tower locations.Commission members voiced no concerns with the text amendment, which was submitted by Raymond S. Smethurst Jr, an attorney representing Verizon Wireless. He said the change would… Read more »
Author Archives: Charlene Sharpe
Berlin West Street Closure Near For Stormwater Work
BERLIN – Stormwater projects in Berlin will create closures on Flower Street and West Street during the coming weeks.While work on West Street has yet to begin, recent winter weather has slowed progress on the installation of a new culvert under Flower Street. Though work began in December, Berlin Public Works Director Jane Kreiter says… Read more »
New Assateague App Would Help People ID Wild Horses
BERLIN – Have you ever been at Assateague Island and wanted to know more about the wild horse grazing beside your campsite? Or been eager to catch a glimpse of your favorite equine on your annual Assateague vacation?Well you’re not the only one. Assateague Island Alliance’s Ashlie Kozlowski says she’s bombarded by requests for more… Read more »
Berlin Council Assures Skate Park A Priority For Town
BERLIN – Town leaders reaffirmed their commitment to building a skate park during this week’s discussion of Berlin Falls Park.The need for a skate park in Berlin came up throughout the heated debate at Monday’s council meeting regarding a citizen-driven campaign to rename Berlin Falls. Afterward, Councilman Thom Gulyas assured the residents in attendance that… Read more »
Berlin Looks To Address New Year’s Eve Concerns
BERLIN – Berlin’s mayor has asked town staff to work with police to find ways to increase security at the next New Year’s Eve celebration.The directive came after Councilman Thom Gulyas said he was approached by several residents who were concerned about the littering, public urination and other problems that occurred at the recent event.“I… Read more »
300-Signature Petition For Berlin Park Renaming Presented To Council; Mayor Critical Of Petition Process
BERLIN – In spite of the mayor’s criticism of a grassroots campaign to rename Berlin Falls Park, town leaders agreed this week to develop a formal policy regarding the naming of public property.During the public comment portion of Monday’s council meeting, resident Bill Todd presented a 300-signature petition in support of changing the park’s name… Read more »
Gerardi Continues To Focus On Berlin’s Dilapidated Houses
BERLIN – Several local eyesores are set to undergo major renovations thanks to a resident with a penchant for preserving historic homes.As passersby have noticed, the once derelict apartment house at 202 Broad St. is in the midst of an extensive renovation. Its neighbor at 204 Broad St. will soon enjoy a similar fate. Both… Read more »
Pines To Honor Community Icon With Rebranding Effort
BERLIN – A rebranding campaign at the Ocean Pines Yacht Club aims to honor an early community icon.To kick off the new year, the Ocean Pines Association (OPA) announced this week that the yacht club—currently closed for renovations—would now be known as Mumford’s Landing in Ocean Pines. A newly constructed bar inside has been christened… Read more »
Snow Hill Park Renovation Planned
SNOW HILL – A $30,000 grant from the state will allow the Town of Snow Hill to begin planning for the renovation of Sturgis Park.The town has been awarded an FY 2017 operating assistance grant from the Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development. The $30,000 grant will fund a concept plan for the park,… Read more »
Berlin Park Renaming Effort Headed For Town Council
BERLIN – Citizens in support of renaming Berlin Falls Park in honor of a popular mailman are expected to bring the issue to the town council next week.Last month, Berlin resident Bill Todd launched an informal petition effort to rename the park after recently retired Berlin mailman James Tingle. Now that petitions have been posted… Read more »