BERLIN — The Berlin Historic District Commission (HDC) met this week to discuss signage at the Chamber of Commerce, alterations to PNC Bank and the eventual adoption of town architectural standards and guidelines.First on the agenda were proposed alterations to signs adorning the chamber building on Main St. Chamber Executive Director Olive Mawyer came before… Read more »
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OCPD To Begin Carrying Tasers; Information Session Next Week
OCEAN CITY — The Ocean City Police Department (OCPD) will have another weapon in its crime-fighting arsenal next week it breaks out Electronic Control Devices (ECD), or Tasers, for the first-time ever.Back in October, the Ocean City Mayor and Council approved a pilot program for the acquisition and use of Tasers by the police department… Read more »
Resort Boat Ramp Funds In Md. Budget
OCEAN CITY — Plans for a new public boat ramp in Ocean City got a much-needed fiscal shot in the arm last week when Department of Natural Resources (DNR) officials told local legislators the governor’s proposed budget includes over $800,000 in state matching funds for the project.After years of wrestling with an outdated and over-utilized… Read more »
Resort Could Save Money By Outsourcing Cardboard Collection
OCEAN CITY – With budget time approaching, a few unexpected suggestions were made this week that could save Ocean City money.Finance Administrator Martha Bennett said she has received news that Ocean City is at the point to where it is favorable to refund 2005 bonds. If the town were to refund just the callable bonds,… Read more »
Manslaughter Indictment In WOC Bar Owner’s Death
SNOW HILL — A Worcester County grand jury last week indicted a West Ocean City man on manslaughter and assault charges for his role in the death of a West Ocean City bar owner in October.Last Wednesday, the grand jury indicted Cyle Walker, 26, of West Ocean City on manslaughter, second-degree assault and disorderly conduct… Read more »
Bill Provides Art Center Funds
OCEAN CITY — The proposed new Ocean City Center for the Arts, approved by the Mayor and Council last fall, could get a significant boost in state funding assistance if a bill introduced in the General Assembly by local legislators last week is approved by state lawmakers.Last week, Sen. Jim Mathias (D-38) introduced Senate Bill… Read more »
Habitat House Project In Berlin Underway
BERLIN — The third and final house to be built by Worcester County’s Habitat for Humanity on a property located in Berlin is on schedule to be completed in April. After its completion, the organization will be looking for more property in Worcester for the next project.“After the third house is built, we have no… Read more »
Council Approves Revised Rental Sticker System
OCEAN CITY – Property owners will have no excuse when it comes to noise complaints or rental licenses now that the Noise Board’s request to re-implement a sticker system has been approved.According to Noise Board Chairman Brett Wolf, the board has been meeting in efforts to improve and streamline the application of the Noise Code,… Read more »
New Attorney Confirms Wilbur’s Fire Chief Opinion
SALISBURY — After legal confirmation that Salisbury could bypass a national fire chief search if it so chooses, the City Council decided to interview Acting Fire Chief Rick Hoppes this week.“The council can take two or three or four possible paths when proceeding with this,” said Council President Terry Cohen in reference to Hoppes.Early last… Read more »
Route 54’s Bayside Offers Unique Shopping Experience
OCEAN CITY – Bayside Wines & Spirits is getting settled in its new location as it rides along through the off-season with an eye on the coming summer season.Bayside Wines & Spirits are located in the Bayside Shopping Center on Route 54 close to Fenwick Island next to the Harris Teeter grocery store.It accompanies its… Read more »