BERLIN — Blending familiar dishes with the unexpected and always emphasizing local ingredients, The Blacksmith in Berlin is taking “elevated pub food” to a new level.Operating from a historic former carriage house next to town hall, a short walk off Main Street, The Blacksmith is styled as a true Eastern Shore eatery. All of the… Read more »
BERLIN — With the clock ticking on the sunset provision for Worcester County liquor license holders to explore the opportunity to purchase directly from private wholesalers, about a third of the licensees have notified the Department of Liquor Control (DLC) of their intentions, but it appears at least in some cases the often antagonistic relationship… Read more »
BERLIN — Despite some late changes and confusion between the language in bills introduced by Lower Shore lawmakers in both chambers, legislation allowing for private sector retail liquor outlets in Berlin and Snow Hill was passed by the General Assembly this week.When the Worcester County Department of Liquor Control (DLC) last year closed its retail… Read more »
OCEAN CITY — Susan G. Komen Maryland® will return to Ocean City on Sunday for the 3rd Annual Komen Maryland Ocean City Race for the Cure®,The Race, which takes place entirely along the Boardwalk, is comprised of a 5K (3.1 miles) competitive timed run, a 5K recreational run, a 5K walk and a family fun… Read more »
OCEAN CITY – During a Transportation Department budget hearing this week, several changes were discussed within the department, starting with eliminating the $1-per-boarding fare on Ocean City’s buses and returning to a ride-all-day fare.In February 2011, the bus fare was increased from $2 ride-all-day to $3 ride-all-day, or $1 per boarding. The Fiscal Year 2015… Read more »
BERLIN — As expected, state lawmakers this week passed legislation that will increase the minimum wage in Maryland by degrees over the next several years, but late amendments are expected to make the wage hike more palatable for local businesses.The General Assembly on Monday passed the Maryland Minimum Wage Act of 2014, which will ultimately… Read more »
BERLIN — A preliminary site plan for the 44-unit Cannery Village housing development was conditionally approved this week by the Berlin Planning Commission.This week also marked the first time public comments have ever been made regarding the proposed development, which will be located off Flower Street on Cannery Way. Concerns were raised about supervision, management… Read more »
SALISBURY — Though a lot of people will find themselves in need of an ambulance at some point, not everyone is able to afford the trip. That’s why the Salisbury City Council is considering participating in an EMS hardship program administered by Lifequest Services.The average ambulance bill in the city of Salisbury comes out to… Read more »
FENWICK ISLAND – At this month’s meeting, several Fenwick council members aired concerns over grading the dune crossings in time for summer.During Fenwick Island’s Town Council meeting at the end of last month Councilman Todd Smallwood expressed concern over the height of the dune crossings to enter and exit the beach along town.“I walked the… Read more »
BERLIN – To celebrate the hospital’s growth and the community support that has made it possible, the Atlantic General Hospital Foundation will be holding their 21st Anniversary Celebration on Thursday, May 15.Jim and Jan Perdue have graciously agreed to hold the event in their home on the Sinepuxent Bay, which affords a beautiful view of… Read more »