About The Author: Charlene Sharpe

Charlene Sharpe has been with The Dispatch since 2014. A graduate of Stephen Decatur High School and the University of Richmond, she spent seven years with the Delmarva Media Group before joining the team at The Dispatch.

Worcester County Sheriff Launches New App

SNOW HILL – A new smartphone app is expected to help local law enforcement with everything from communication to hiring.The Worcester County Sheriff’s Office is encouraging area residents to download the agency’s new app on their smartphones. The application provides the public with a variety of information and news alerts.“This app offers quick access to… Read more »

Berlin HDC Signs Off On Mixed Use Project’s Windows

Berlin HDC Signs Off On Mixed Use Project’s Windows

BERLIN – The town’s historic district commission approved plans for changes to a mixed-use property on Jefferson Street.The Berlin Historic District Commission earlier this month approved plans for a new door and windows at Wooden Octopus on Jefferson Street.“I look forward to seeing it,” commission member Laura Stearns said.Matt Amey of Wooden Octopus initially approached… Read more »

County Code Amendment Seeks Housing In Commercial Zoning

SNOW HILL – A text amendment that would allow multi-family housing in a commercial zoning district is headed to the Worcester County Commissioners for consideration.Last Thursday, the Worcester County Planning Commission voted unanimously to forward a text amendment that would allow multi-family dwellings in the C-3 commercial zoning district to the commissioners with a favorable… Read more »