By Tara Fischer Staff Writer (Oct. 8, 2026) Driven by a local woman’s passion for healing movement, a breast cancer awareness fundraiser will take the form of a dance party at Seacrets next Wednesday, Oct. 14, with participants merging Zumba with philanthropy. For the past four years, Zumba instructor Joyce Landsman, who teaches dance-fitness throughout… Read more »
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Ocean Pines moving forward with drainage repair project
By Tara Fischer Staff Writer (Oct. 1, 2026) The Ocean Pines Association is proceeding with a roughly $260,000 drainage improvement project at 903 Ocean Parkway, continuing an effort that staff said has brought the community’s investment in major pipe work to nearly $1 million over the past six years. The Ocean Pines Association’s Board of… Read more »
Annual vehicle, cash raffle tickets now on sale in OP
By Tara Fischer Staff Writer (Sept. 24, 2026) The Ocean Pines Volunteer Fire Department’s vehicle raffle has returned for another year, but this time with a twist and better odds for participants. For this year’s annual car fundraiser, rather than offering a specific automobile, the Ocean Pines rescue department is giving the winner the choice… Read more »
$300K grant gives Berlin’s skate park dream a boost
By Tara Fischer Staff Writer (Aug. 27, 2026) Advocates for a skate park in Berlin received good news last week when they learned the project was awarded a $300,000 grant, pushing a long-held dream closer to reality. On Wednesday, Aug. 19, the Maryland Board of Public Works approved the Town of Berlin’s request for $300,000… Read more »
Berlin advances in Hallmark Channel’s Christmas search
Ivy Wells: ‘We’re exactly what they’re looking for – a small town that looks like a movie set’ By Tara Fischer Staff Writer (Aug. 20, 2026) Berlin’s charming aesthetic has earned the town an “Official Christmas Town” title by the Hallmark Channel and the chance to be featured in a holiday movie. Last week, the… Read more »
07/09/2026 Bayside Editorial: Waiting in wings: new county govt.
Waiting in wings: new county govt. Now that the Worcester County primary elections have been certified, residents might expect rapid change at the county commissioners’ office in Snow Hill, as the Board of County Commissioners will welcome four new faces. This shift in membership brings four new perspectives to the seven-person panel and creates a… Read more »
Volunteers lead Operation Flip Flop
By Tara Fischer Staff Writer (July 2, 2026) A team of Ocean Pines do-gooders is once again rallying to support children in need by collecting personal supplies to help underprivileged kids enjoy a summer camp experience. The volunteer group Ocean Pines Get Involved, founded by community resident and former member of the board of directors… Read more »
Youth volunteers offer aid to elderly owners with yard cleanup
By Tara Fischer Staff Writer (July 2, 2026) A Worcester Prep sophomore is offering a yard cleanup service this fall for Ocean Pines seniors who need a little extra help disposing of leaves, pine needles, and other autumnal debris. At an Ocean Pines Association Board of Directors meeting Monday, Liam McAllister, an incoming 10th grader… Read more »
Tindley Day event planned at Taylor House lawn July 7
By Tara Fischer Staff Writer (July 2, 2026) The lawn of the Calvin B. Taylor House Museum will be the site of sermons, exhibits, and music next week in recognition of the inaugural Rev. Charles Albert Tindley Day, a newly proclaimed celebration to honor the Berlin-born gospel music composer. The Berlin mayor and council meeting… Read more »
Berlin Farmers Market adding mini makers
By Tara Fischer Staff Writer (Feb. 26, 2026) Kids of all ages will be allowed to participate in the Berlin Farmers Market this spring and summer via the town’s new project, The Berlin Mini Makers Market. Every second Sunday from May through October, during the Berlin Farmers Market, kids aged 6 to 18 can sell… Read more »