BERLIN — The fate of out-of-town contractors’ wallets is still undecided after the Berlin Mayor and Council last month chose to delay a vote on whether to develop new fees specifically for that group.Hoping to generate a registry of non-Berlin contractors as well as even the playing field for town businesses that do have to… Read more »

BERLIN — Participants in June’s 2nd Friday Art Stroll in Berlin might find themselves strolling down the aisle in the future if the event’s wedding theme has any effect.More than 25 Berlin businesses will be taking part in the June 8 “Bridal Stroll,” which will feature a wedding basket giveaway valued at over $1,300 as… Read more »

OCEAN CITY – Residents in the north end of town have been on alert this past week as a series of burglaries have taken place in the area.Since last October in north Ocean City, there have been approximately 50 burglaries, both attempted and actual burglaries. The incidents have occurred mainly in the two large residential… Read more »

OCEAN PINES — On Sunday, June 3 at 3 p.m., the Pine Tones Chorus will present its Spring Concert at the Community Church of Ocean Pines.  Tickets are $8, available from members of the chorus or at the door. Light refreshments will be served after the concert.This concert is a special tribute to Leslie Munro,… Read more »

BERLIN — The Berlin Mayor and Council passed the fiscal year 2013 budget Tuesday night after a public hearing that yielded zero comments.For the fourth consecutive year, the council has reduced the town’s spending.“The budget we’ve proposed is 2 percent less than last year,” said Mayor Gee Williams.Arguably the most important aspect of this year’s… Read more »

SALISBURY – The City Council voted to deny funds to the first fireworks display in Salisbury in the last six years, saying there other places for the money to go.On Tuesday evening, the Salisbury City Council voted 4-1 not to participate in helping fund Red, White, and Boom, which proposes to return 4th of July… Read more »

OCEAN CITY – With high school graduates converging on Ocean City, local officials are offering their congratulations while also suggesting tips on how to stay safe and out of trouble while here.“Please pay attention to the high school seniors that are out there and we encourage everyone to remember crime prevention tips, wear your seat… Read more »

OCEAN CITY – Parents of children with known allergies, as well as unknown allergies, have had a weight lifted off of their shoulders now that schools in Maryland are required to have the proper medication and training on hand in case of an allergic reaction.Last Tuesday, Gov. Martin O’Malley enacted a new law requiring schools… Read more »

OCEAN CITY – Horse and carriage rides will add to downtown Ocean City’s ambiance during the off-season this year.Randy Davis of R & B Ranch operates horse and carriage rides in the town of Berlin and other locations. On Tuesday, he approached the Ocean City Mayor and City Council requesting to conduct horse and carriage… Read more »