Don’t Nancy Pelosi UsEditor:Some months ago, I wrote a letter in the Ocean City papers warning that I did not think it was prudent for the Mayor and Council of Ocean City to go on a hiring spree. Subsequently they unanimously voted not only to hire 34 additional full-time employees they hired Mr. Perlozzo, a… Read more »
BERLIN– Town officials approved several changes aimed at aiding in police recruitment and retention.The Berlin Town Council voted unanimously this week to approve a variety of measures meant to bring more officers to the town’s police force. The agency has struggled with recruitment and retention in recent years.“This proposal is definitely necessary,” Councilman Jay Knerr… Read more »
OCEAN CITY – Community members will have an opportunity to own a piece of history as items from an iconic hotel will be up for grabs.The Ocean City Life-Saving Station Museum is currently holding an eBay auction featuring items from the iconic Beach Plaza Hotel, which announced its closure in January 2021.Located on 13th Street… Read more »
OCEAN CITY — Two suspects have been arrested and charged with attempted first-degree murder and conspiracy to commit first-degree murder following an investigation into a strong-armed robbery in July during which a shot was fired at an uptown residence.Shortly after 9 p.m. on July 26, Ocean City Police Department (OCPD) officers responded to a residence… Read more »
BERLIN – A local group committed to supporting worthwhile causes throughout the world is looking for new members.The Ocean City Berlin Rotary Club is seeking to expand its work in the community.With a district governor hailing from the club for the first time and a new meeting location, club members are hoping to generate more… Read more »
OCEAN CITY – Ocean City Police continue this week to investigate a fatal pedestrian collision on Coastal Highway at 59th Street late Friday that claimed the life of a Pennsylvania woman.Shortly before midnight on Friday, Ocean City Police Department (OCPD) officers responded to a reported vehicle-pedestrian collision at 59th Street. The pedestrian, identified as Sophia… Read more »
ASSATEAGUE – Two rehabilitated sea turtles were sent back into the ocean from the beach at Assateague State Park, the first public release since the beginning of the COVID pandemic.The National Aquarium’s Animal Rescue Team last Thursday released two Kemp’s ridley sea turtles from the beach at Assateague in front of a large crowd of… Read more »
BERLIN– Law enforcement is seeking the public’s assistance following a home invasion on Broad Street in Berlin.Police Chief Arnold Downing is asking area residents to review footage from their home security cameras after an armed man forced his way into a Broad Street home Sunday night. Though the homeowner fought the suspect off with a… Read more »
SNOW HILL – For the first time in its now 25-year history, Worcester GOLD has its own space.Last week, Worcester GOLD (Giving Other Lives Dignity) celebrated its new office on River Street in Snow Hill with a ribbon cutting ceremony.“We’re delighted to start this new chapter in GOLD’s 25-year history,” said Nicholas Cranford, executive director… Read more »
BERLIN – A $10,000 donation from the Community Foundation of the Eastern Shore is the latest show of support for efforts to bring a skatepark to Berlin.Last week the Community Foundation of the Eastern Shore (CFES) presented a $10,000 check to We Heart Berlin to assist in the nonprofit’s efforts to establish a skatepark in… Read more »