By Josh Davis, Associate Editor (Feb. 1, 2018) The Berlin Mayor and Council discussed the following items during a public meeting at Town Hall, last Monday. Econ wrap Wells said Inca Ruins, formerly on 12 Pitts Street, had closed. “They may have closed their shop, but all of their goods will be dispersed at a… Read more »
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Worcester Co. Teacher of the Year nominees
By Kara Hallissey, Staff Writer (Feb. 1, 2018) During the monthly Worcester County Board of Education meeting on Jan. 16, the 2018 Teacher of the Year nominees were announced. “We are incredibly fortunate to have the best Teacher of the Year recognition program here in Worcester County,” said Superintendent Lou Taylor. “We value the work… Read more »
Nominations for Klump scholarship
Ninth annual valued at $15,000-$3,750 for up to four years (Feb. 1, 2018) The Jesse Klump Memorial Fund has announced the terms of its 2018 scholarship, and the nomination process has begun. The ninth annual scholarship has a potential value of $15,000 – $3,750 per year renewable for up to four years. “We grant a… Read more »
Decatur to host annual $1 Taco Night, next Tues.
(Feb. 1, 2018) Stephen Decatur High School will host its annual $1 Taco Night on Tuesday, Feb. 6. “While Taco Night is one of our biggest school fundraisers, it has also grown into a community night for many of our parents, business partners and alumni,” said Tom Zimmer, principal of Stephen Decatur High School. Typically,… Read more »
Safe Boating Classes offered Feb. 6-8 at library in Pines
(Feb. 1, 2018) The Coast Guard Auxiliary is offering the Maryland Basic Boating Safety Course, Tuesday through Thursday, Feb. 6-8, at the Ocean Pines Library. The Maryland Safe Boating Certificate required for all those born after July 1, 1972 is awarded following successful completion of the course. The course also includes topics such as piloting… Read more »
Worcester Youth touts children’s programs
Young Berliners volunteered during town and nonprofit events, and went on trips By Josh Davis, Associate Editor (Jan. 25, 2018) Nonprofit Worcester Youth and Family Counseling Services continues to provide enriching programs for young people in Berlin. Worcester Youth Executive Director Stephen Taylor and youth program coordinator Austin Piccarreta gave a summary of recent activities… Read more »
Foltz shines bright during ‘Light Up the Pines’ contest
(Jan. 11, 2018) The home of Pamela Foltz, located at 10 Quarter Staff Place in Ocean Pines, shines bright as the first-place winner in the annual “Light Up the Pines” house decorating contest. Foltz decorated her home with festive holiday lights, ribbons and wreaths. Doors, windows and trees were all brightly lit. Second place goes… Read more »
Father-daughter swim event
(Jan. 11, 2018) Dads and their daughters are invited to a special swim event created just for them on Friday, Jan. 12 from 6-8 p.m. at the indoor Sports Core Pool, located at 11144 Cathell Rd. in Ocean Pines. A new offering by Ocean Pines Aquatics, the Father-Daughter Swim will include crafts, a keepsake photo… Read more »
Berlin recognizes Pop Warner Super Bowl champions
By Brian Gilliland, Associate Editor (Jan. 11, 2018) The Berlin Town Council lauded its national champion junior varsity Pop Warner football team during its first 2018 meeting Monday night, presenting the squad with a $500 check to fund a barbecue celebration once warmer weather comes. Each member of the team and coaching staff was presented… Read more »
AGH receives ‘Best in Benefits’ award
(Jan. 4, 2018) This year, Atlantic General Hospital has been recognized with a Best in Benefits Award for providing its associates with superior benefits packages among employers in the mid-Atlantic region. Milliman, one of the world’s largest providers of actuarial products and services and the company that bestows the award, calculates the benefit value and… Read more »