BERLIN – In an effort to update town policy and promote sustainability, Berlin officials approved a new purchasing policy last week.The town council voted unanimously to approve a new purchasing policy that increases the purchasing threshold, expands the use of credit cards and promotes green purchasing.Town Administrator Laura Allen said the most significant change the… Read more »
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OPA Board Elects New Officers With Divided Votes
BERLIN – At its first meeting since this summer’s election, the Ocean Pines Association Board of Directors selected Pat Renaud as president.In a 4-3 vote, board members on Monday chose Renaud as president over Jack Collins. Both touted their desire to eliminate the tension that exists between the various members of the board.“I don’t have… Read more »
Ramadan Verdict Expected Next Month
OCEAN CITY — The New York trial of West Ocean City resident Basel Ramadan, alleged leader of a vast multi-million dollar cigarette smuggling ring who was later charged with attempted “murder for hire” from behind bars, concluded last week and the outcome is now in the hands of a judge.In May 2013, federal officials concluded… Read more »
Berlin Seeking Park Restrooms
BERLIN – Town officials are hoping a grant could fund the addition of permanent bathrooms to Berlin’s parks.The town will pursue a Community Parks and Playgrounds grant from the Maryland Department of Natural Resources to pay for the construction of bathrooms at Stephen Decatur Park and Henry Park. The grant application, according to Administrative Services… Read more »
Activists Express Anti-Drilling Message In OC
OCEAN CITY — Against the backdrop of a picture-perfect summer day in Ocean City, roughly 100 clean water activists participated in a “Float for the Coast” water rally against proposed offshore drilling for oil and natural gas off the mid-Atlantic coast.Activists on kayaks and other vessels converged behind the Roland E. Powell Convention Center for… Read more »
Ocean City Jeep Week Planning Biggest Year Ever
OCEAN CITY — Prepare for Ocean City and Berlin to be swarmed with Jeeps, 4×4 companies and off-road enthusiasts on Aug. 27-30 with the much-anticipated return of Ocean City Jeep Week.The event will be held at various locations in Ocean City and Berlin with the Roland E. Powell Convention serving as the main hub. The event… Read more »
Artist, Land Trust Partner On Sculpture Raffle
BERLIN — Nationally recognized wildlife artist Paul Rhymer has partnered with the Lower Shore Land Trust to bring attention to the plight of the Northern Bobwhite and to raise funds for conservation of habitat.The iconic game bird, the Northern Bobwhite, was once plentiful across the State of Maryland, yet due to habitat loss and changes… Read more »
New System OK’d To Improve Council Meeting Video Quality
OCEAN CITY – This week’s Mayor and City Council meeting wrapped up a few business items, including the approval of a new audio and video system for council chambers, the Ocean City Police Department will sign a Reciprocal Mutual Aid Agreement, final approval of a third-party automated system for the Fire Marshal’s Office was granted… Read more »
Mitrecic Favors County Changing Retiree Insurance Policy
SNOW HILL – The Worcester County Commissioners agreed to gather more information before making a decision on whether to adjust the insurance coverage offered to new hires.The commissioners tasked the county’s actuary with determining what savings could be achieved through no longer providing insurance coverage for the spouses or dependents of future retirees. The change… Read more »
Northside Park Projects ‘Must Absolutely Be Done’; Bond Proposed To Complete Work
OCEAN CITY – Renovations to the building at Northside Park can’t be put on hold any longer as city officials deliberate adding priority projects to the next bond issuance in December to complete the must haves.Last week Recreation and Parks Director Susan Petito presented the Recreation and Parks Commission with a list of must have… Read more »