BERLIN – Tremendous seasons for the Stephen Decatur boys baseball and girlssoftball teams came to a close in the semifinals of the state tournament this week.Last Friday, Stephen Decatur boys baseball team advanced to the MPSSAA Class 3A baseball state tournament semifinals after defeating Marriotts Ridge, 9-3, last Friday at home. On Tuesday, the Seahawks’… Read more »
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DAR General Levin Winder Chapter Welcomed New Members
The General Levin Winder Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) recently welcomed four new members during a luncheon meeting at the Worcester Preparatory School. Regent Talley Hann and Chaplain Barbara Rusko administered the oath of membership to Barbara Bush, Betty-Jane Cain, Christine Nanna-Lieb and Carol Mongelli. Each has traced their lineage to… Read more »
What’s Your Sign? – May 26, 2023

ARIES (March 21 to April 19): Problems begin to affect relationships, both personal and professional. Act now to shore up those weak foundations before it all comes crashing down around you.TAURUS (April 20 to May 20): Take a break from all that hard work you’ve been doing. There’s nothing like some well-earned fun and games… Read more »
Who’s Playing When & Where – May 26, 2023
Buxy’s/Dry Dock 28 410-289-BUXY 28th St. & Coastal Hwy. Sunday, May 28: Sunday’s Local’s Night w/DJ BKCaptain’s Table 410-289-7192 15th & Boardwalk In The Courtyard Marriott Fridays & Saturdays: Phil Perdue on PianoCoconuts Beach Bar & Grill 410-289-6846 37th & 38th St. Oceanside at Castle In The Sand Hotel Friday, May 26: The Permilla Project,… Read more »
Obituaries – May 26, 2023
John KeaneOCEAN PINES — John “Jack” Keane, age 82, passed away on Tuesday morning May 16, 2023.Jack was born in Brooklyn, N.Y. on Jan. 4, 1941. He served in the U.S. Navy with the helicopter utility squadron #2. He married Ellen A. (White) Keane on Oct. 5, 1963, and they lived in Flushing N.Y. where… Read more »
Dates Announced For Annual Survey Of Terrapin Stock

BERLIN – The public is invited to join the Maryland Coastal Bays Program (MCBP) for the annual community science Terrapin Survey beginning May 30 and continuing through June 10. Surveys take place both on water and on land. From motorboats to kayaks and SUPs, all are encouraged to participate.Terrapins are the only turtle occupying brackish… Read more »
BIS Builders Club Donated Blankets to Diakonia
The Builders Club of Berlin Intermediate School (BIS), a Kiwanis Student Leadership Club, made 34 blankets to donate to the residents of Diakonia on Mother’s Day and Father’s Day. The 5th and 6th grade students are pictured learning about Diakonia’s mission from Susan Blaney.
Cops & Courts – May 26, 2023
Drugs, Gun After Traffic StopBERLIN – Maryland State Police arrested two men last week after uncovering a stolen firearm and suspected cocaine following a traffic stop in Worcester County.The operator of a Toyota Camry, Javon Brittingham, 31, of Salisbury, has been charged with possession of a stolen firearm, reported stolen from Georgia, and other gun-related… Read more »
Maryland Sierra Club Participated in Bay Day
The Lower Eastern Shore Group of the Maryland Sierra Club participated in Bay Day at Ocean Pines on May 7. The group focused on Zero Waste and emphasized “Reuse-Repurpose, Reclaim and Recycle.” Pictured are, in front, Denise and Ben Cervantes , rear, Sierra members Pat Trate, Judy Davis and Maggi Gallaher.
Birthday Party Raises Money for Cricket Center
Morgan Connolly and Everly Hill had a joint 6th birthday party this year. Instead of presents, they asked for their kids to either make a homemade card and if they would like to make a donation to the Cricket Center. The $1,000 they raised was matched by a $1,000 donation from Movement Mortgage. Hill, left,… Read more »