BERLIN – The excitement surrounding last weekend’s Fiddlers Convention was not shared by everyone in Berlin.Several South Main Street business owners voiced concerns about the lackluster weekend they experienced, something they say was due to the barricades at the intersection of Jefferson Street and Main Street.“It was a ghost town down here,” said Ruth Koontz… Read more »
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County Approves Accord To Move Stadium Study Ahead
BERLIN – A feasibility study meant to measure the potential of a sports stadium in Worcester County is expected to move forward following the county’s approval of a memorandum of understanding with state officials.On Tuesday, the Worcester County Commissioners approved a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with the Maryland Stadium Authority that outlines plans for the… Read more »
New Business Concepts Get Pitched Aboard Startup Bus
POCOMOKE CITY – Eastern Shore entrepreneurs will have the chance to share their business pitches with a statewide audience thanks to a visit from the Startup Maryland bus.Representatives from Startup Maryland, an initiative designed to help launch the dreams of the state’s entrepreneurs, stopped in Pocomoke City on Monday to give Delmarva residents a chance… Read more »
Ocean City Used Book Store Plans To Close This Month
OCEAN CITY – After nearly 30 years, a north Ocean City landmark will close its doors this month.The Bookshelf Etc., one of Ocean City’s last used book stores, will end its long run in the resort later this month as owners Roy and Ann Hansen prepare to retire. The property is expected to be redeveloped… Read more »
7-Year-Old’s Little Free Library Proposal In Berlin Park Approved
BERLIN – Seven-year-old Ellie Zollinger was running around a playground in Salisbury when she screeched to a halt. She was enthralled by what she’d stumbled across — a Little Free Library.“I ran to my mom to tell her what I found,” she said.Her mother, Rose Zollinger, said she wasn’t even surprised the Little Free Library,… Read more »
Youngster’s Idea To Offer Little Free Library In Berlin Park Approved
BERLIN – Seven-year-old Ellie Zollinger was running around a playground in Salisbury when she screeched to a halt. She was enthralled by what she’d stumbled across — a Little Free Library.“I ran to my mom to tell her what I found,” she said.Her mother, Rose Zollinger, said she wasn’t even surprised the Little Free Library,… Read more »
Berlin Planners OK Developer’s Requested Code Change In 4-2 Vote
BERLIN – Members of the town’s planning commission this week gave their approval to a text amendment needed to move the Seahawk Road apartment project forward.The Berlin Planning Commission voted 4-2 to pass the text amendment, which would permit apartment buildings larger than those currently allowed, on to the town council with a favorable recommendation.“I… Read more »
Worcester Taps Wicomico Attorney To Fill Bloxom’s Post
BERLIN – A lawyer from Wicomico County has been hired to take over the position soon to be vacated by Worcester County Attorney Sonny Bloxom.On Thursday, Worcester County officials announced that Maureen Lanigan Howarth, deputy county attorney for Wicomico County, will replace Bloxom as Worcester County’s attorney.“I’m looking forward to joining the Worcester County team… Read more »
Retail Stores, Apartments Eyed For Vacant Berlin Property
BERLIN – A local developer’s purchase of a long vacant lot at one of Berlin’s entrances could bring more retail and apartment space to the town.Developer John Derrickson says he plans to build retail space with apartments above it on the one-acre lot at the intersection of North Main Street and Old Ocean City Boulevard…. Read more »
Students’ Film Wins At International Competition
BERLIN – A group of Worcester Preparatory School students made their film-making debut a winning one this summer, earning recognition in an international film festival.The film, created in July by four Worcester Prep students with the help of teacher Nancy Raskauskas, was honored for its use of a dialogue line and its special effects in… Read more »