BERLIN– Downtown businesses could see improved internet connectivity thanks to a state grant.Municipal officials this week discussed the $3.2 million Worcester County received through the Rural Maryland funds being dispersed by the Tri-County Council of the Lower Eastern Shore. While there was some confusion regarding the town’s intentions, Mayor Zack Tyndall said Berlin was definitely… Read more »
OCEAN CITY – The Ocean City Police Department continues to seek applicants for its summer enforcement program.On Monday, Ocean City Police Chief Ross Buzzuro presented members of the Ocean City Police Commission with an update on seasonal recruitment.For decades, the Ocean City Police Department (OCPD) has enhanced its workforce with seasonal officers and public safety… Read more »
SNOW HILL– In a split vote this week, county officials agreed to get rid of the synthetic ice rink purchased in 2019.The Worcester County Commissioners voted 4-3 to cease ice rink operations and explore how best to dispose of it. While those in support of getting rid of it cited the expense and underutilization, others… Read more »
SNOW HILL– Plans for the expansion of a West Ocean City mobile home park moved ahead last week following approval by county officials.The Worcester County Planning Commission last Thursday voted unanimously to approve a site plan for Salt Life Park. The project consists of a 34-lot expansion of an existing manufactured home park on Old… Read more »
OCEAN PINES – Officials in Ocean Pines were forced to close the community’s skate park last week to address vandalism that had occurred at the property.Though the amenity reopened last Friday, officials say they will continue to monitor the skate park after the most recent bout of vandalism. After learning of the property damage last… Read more »
BERLIN – State property value reassessments announced this week revealed significant increases across Maryland but in Worcester County, the changes were even more pronounced.The State Department of Assessment and Taxation (SDAT) this week announced the results of the triennial reassessment of residential and commercial properties across Maryland and the news was generally good, depending on… Read more »
OCEAN CITY – After a successful inaugural season, the professional bull riding event is set to return to Ocean City in June.Resort special events staff this week confirmed the Professional Bull Riders (PBR) and Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association (PRCA) will return to Ocean City in June after a successful inaugural event around the same dates… Read more »
OCEAN CITY – The beach equipment rental business remains lucrative judging by the results of a recent auction of the parcels in the downtown area.During Tuesday’s meeting, City Clerk Diana Chavis announced the results of an auction for the downtown beach rental franchise parcels in the downtown area south of 27th Street. The town’s beach… Read more »
OCEAN CITY — A successful petition blocking the town’s transfer of a right-of-way along Baltimore Avenue to help the proposed Margaritaville project was confirmed this week and could be heading to a special election.Last year, local resident and former councilperson Margaret Pillas launched an effort to petition to referendum an ordinance passed by the Mayor… Read more »
OCEAN CITY – More than 900 Penguin Swim participants took a dip in the Atlantic Ocean Sunday to raise more than $111,000 for Atlantic General Hospital (AGH).On New Year’s Day, 959 participants sporting costumes and bathing suits took a plunge into the waters off Ocean City for the 29th Annual Penguin Swim.Event co-chair Ryan Kirby… Read more »