The redevelopment of the Tyson property could change Berlin forever, and that’s why we hope Berlin leaders take their time deciding on how it should be developed in the years to come.Open space amenities, such as a skate park, recreational fields, a public park with fitness trails and a swimming pool, are likely to be… Read more »
Dysfunctional comes to mind when observing the present relationship between the Worcester County Board of Education and County Commissioners. Disturbing, unproductive and unhealthy are a few others.Divides between the jurisdictions’ ultimate governing body and the board charged with steering education matters have been a struggle in many other places. While it’s not unique, what’s unusual… Read more »
The out-of-tune opus in the key of “WTF” that some are calling Ocean City’s street performer debate has been boomed at such a shrill decibel level for so long, people are becoming tone deaf to the arguments.As both a journalist and a professional musician, I can unequivocally say that the arguments coming from both sides… Read more »
The major surge in corporate hotels coming to Ocean City as well as Route 50 in West Ocean City should not be viewed as a negative. It should be embraced as a natural evolution of the industry in a prospering area.For many traditionalists, this gradual change from the old “mom and pop” or “bedspread” motels… Read more »
It’s been less than two years since Berlin took first place in an online poll celebrating its small town charm, but it’s clear this victory is one of the biggest developments in the town’s history.Claiming the title of America’s Coolest Small Town, an honor bestowed by Budget Travel through online voting, has brought Berlin an… Read more »
It was surprising to learn there were three citations issued to people for violating the town’s smoking restrictions last summer. We assumed it would be zero because it was essentially just a paper law in its first year.Ocean City made that approach known before the new law was enacted that banned smoking on the Boardwalk… Read more »
By now, the mere potential that exists for even dangerous weather later in the weekend from Joaquin should have everyone on edge and at a minimum prepared.With a significant storm system impacting weather currently as well as the tropical event expected to influence the start of the work week, the main storylines are tremendous amounts… Read more »
Editor:September is a glorious month in Ocean City and most locals live for this month as crowds thin out and humidity dies down, the air is crisp and clear and the water is warm.Going on my 12th year as a true Ocean City local, September has taken on a whole new meaning. On the last day of… Read more »
This weekend the 50th anniversary of Assateague Island National Seashore will be celebrated with several events. Earlier this summer, Assateague Island State Park had a similar event.Around these parts, Mother Nature holds all the proverbial cards. It’s oftentimes the difference between good fortune and misery for local businesses, governments and workers. On the more drastic… Read more »
We are a society that loves signs.They can point us in the direction we want to go, and they can show us when we have strayed from our path. They can often tell us what we can do and what we can’t in a particular area, and sometimes, signs are just meant to boast our… Read more »