Berlin, Ocean Pines News Worcester County Bayside Gazette
The Worcester County Sheriff’s Office announced this week the newest addition to its law enforcement team — an explosives detection K-9 named Ardie. Ardie is a 1.5-year-old German Shepherd, from Hungary, specially trained to alert on explosive devices. After careful consideration, Sheriff Matthew Crisafulli has selected Deputy Sheriff First Class Kenji Hara as Ardie’s handler…. Read more »
By Brian Shane Staff Writer Worcester County stands to save millions in borrowing costs for future capital projects after securing a top-level bond rating, the result of paying off its debt on retired employee health plans. “The commissioners have adhered to an aggressive investment policy to build trusts that are capable of generating the dividends… Read more »
By Tara Fischer Staff Writer The Worcester County Bicycle and Pedestrian Coalition continues its efforts to make Worcester County a more walkable community. The group has secured measures to maintain the welfare of bikers and walkers, like crosswalks and signage in Ocean Pines. It will continue to prioritize projects that help protect all who access… Read more »
By Brian Shane Staff Writer Plans for the Coastal Square complex off routes 50 and 589 anchored by a Giant supermarket now will include a 168-unit apartment complex. “I think it’s goin g to be welcomed by the community. A lot of people are looking forward to the Giant. Moreover, the residential component of this… Read more »
By Tara Fischer Staff Writer The Ocean Pines Volunteer Fire Department is spreading holiday cheer with its third annual train display, which is viewable to the public throughout the festive season. The showcase officially opened on Saturday, Nov. 23, and will continue to welcome visitors at the North Station, located on 249 Ocean Parkway, on… Read more »
By Tara Fischer Staff Writer The Ocean Pines-based community outreach team Teal Bay Mitzvah is making the lives of local first responders easier this holiday season by collecting small but important everyday items. The charitable group runs two philanthropic programs a year. This winter, Cindy Spicknall, one of Teal Bay Mitzvah’s members, met with the… Read more »
By Tara Fischer Staff Writer (Oct. 3, 2024) A new plant nursery has opened in Berlin. String and Petals Nursery, a gardening venture located at 9040 Worcester Highway (Route 113), officially welcomed flora enthusiasts on Saturday, Sept. 14. The shop will be open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Sunday and is closed… Read more »
Furnishings and decor business House Berlin recently received a $10,000 grant to enhance the store’s offerings and provide an improved shopping experience for town residents and tourists.
Skate park banking on local generosity It’s difficult to say how Tony Weeg’s appeal for contributions toward the cost of building Berlin’s skate park will go, although this area’s generous nature suggests that donations will be made. How much the total might be and how long it will take to get to a number of… Read more »
Design standards will serve town … for now The Town of Berlin made a major move in a positive direction this week when the Town Council agreed to adopt Worcester County’s building design guidelines and standards for commercial properties. By doing so, town government has given contractors and developers a foundation, as it were, on… Read more »
