BERLIN – Municipal officials thanked Troy Purnell for 14 years of service on the town council this week.On Tuesday, Mayor Zack Tyndall and the Berlin Town Council officially recognized Purnell for his efforts during 14 years representing District 1 on the dais. Purnell, who was elected in 2008, opted to not seek reelection this year.“On… Read more »
BERLIN– Elected officials expressed no major concerns regarding disc golf at Stephen Decatur Park during a six-month review of the program.The Berlin Town Council on Tuesday met with representatives of Eastbound Disc Golf to review the nine-hole course currently set up at Stephen Decatur Park. With no major concerns shared, the council approved an extension… Read more »
BERLIN – Oktoberfest returns to Berlin this weekend with traditional German food, beer and music.Berlin will welcome visitors Saturday, Oct. 15, for its annual Oktoberfest celebration and fall sidewalk sale.“It’s Oktoberfest in Berlin,” said Ivy Wells, the town’s economic and community development director. “Where else are you going to experience authentic food, beer and music… Read more »
BERLIN– Municipal officials agreed to hire a local company to prepare bid documents for the demolition of the former Tyson building at Heron Park.The Berlin Town Council voted unanimously this week to approve a proposal from Davis, Bowen & Friedel for engineering administration services associated with the demolition of the former Tyson plant. The town… Read more »
BERLIN– Successful candidates in Berlin’s municipal election began their tenure this week after being sworn in by Mayor Zack Tyndall.On Tuesday, new Councilman Steve Green and returning Councilmen Dean Burrell and Jay Knerr were sworn in. Burrell was quickly reelected as vice president of the council following an endorsement by Tyndall.“I don’t have a vote… Read more »
BERLIN– A new designation at the Calvin B. Taylor House Museum pays homage to a revered local woman known for her dedication to science.On Saturday, the Taylor House Museum announced the creation of the Dr. Mary Humphreys Arboretum. The designation makes the lawn of the museum, which contains several significant trees, the first arboretum in… Read more »
SNOW HILL– County officials began reviewing Census data last week in preparation for an update of the Worcester County Comprehensive Plan.County staff shared the latest Census information with members of the Worcester County Planning Commission last week. The economic and population data will come into play as the county updates its comprehensive plan, a process… Read more »
SNOW HILL – The Worcester County Commissioners will continue to advertise legislative bills in newspapers following a discussion last month.The commissioners voted 6-1 last month to approve an ordinance that will allow them to hold an additional legislative session each month but will not change the county’s practice of advertising bills in local papers. Commissioner… Read more »
BERLIN – Oktoberfest returns to Berlin this weekend with traditional German food, beer and music.Berlin will welcome visitors Saturday, Oct. 15, for its annual Oktoberfest celebration and fall sidewalk sale.“It’s Oktoberfest in Berlin,” said Ivy Wells, the town’s economic and community development director. “Where else are you going to experience authentic food, beer and music… Read more »
SNOW HILL – A $1 million grant is expected to fund several parks projects in Worcester County next year.New playgrounds at two county parks and improvements at the Worcester County Recreation Center are planned for 2023 following approval by the Worcester County Commissioners Tuesday.The projects will be made possible with $1 million in Local Parks… Read more »