By Tara Fischer Staff Writer A new radio station is on its way to Berlin, bringing live and recorded music, educational programming, local history stories, roundtable discussions and emergency alert capabilities. The radio station, Radio Free Berlin, will operate at 94.1 FM and be managed by the nonprofit organization We Heart Berlin. We Heart Berlin… Read more »
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Library branch opens new artwork exhibits
By Tara Fischer Staff Writer Artwork by two Worcester County Arts Council creators is now featured at the Berlin Library. Patrons can view the pieces for free at the facility’s second-floor exhibit until March 11. The items are also available for purchase. Virginia Eastern Shore-based artist Margaret Bradach’s work featured at the library includes acrylics,… Read more »
Aquatics group planning for summer; Committee meets to review off-season priorities for pools
By Tara Fischer Staff Writer Despite the ongoing winter weather in Ocean Pines, the community’s aquatics advisory committee continues to meet, brainstorming ways to improve the neighborhood’s five pools when the sun starts to heat up. The group met on Thursday, Jan. 16, where Gary Miller, the committee’s chair, reiterated priorities and initiatives the body… Read more »
School-run café exceeding business hopes
By Tara Fischer Staff Writer With nearly one semester under its belt, the Pines Café continues to amass three times the business expected as officials look for opportunities to continue providing culinary goods to the community heading into winter and, soon enough, summer. The Pines Café, an interactive teaching cafe developed by Worcester Technical High… Read more »
Berlin Restaurant Week runs Jan. 17-23
Tara Fischer Staff Writer Berlin residents are encouraged to support local eateries over the next few days, as tomorrow, Jan. 17, the town’s restaurant week kicks off. The festivities will extend through Jan. 23. Restaurants all over town will be offering deals and modified menus for the next week. Those who wish to participate may… Read more »
Worcester Youth eyes milestone year; 50th anniversary celebration on tap, other special events
By Bethany Hooper Associate Editor Worcester Youth & Family Counseling Services will mark its 50th anniversary this year with a host of celebrations and fundraisers. The series of occasions and events recognizing the service’s quarter-century milestone will culminate in a 50th Anniversary Celebration on Oct. 11, 2025 at Mariner’s Country Down. “I’m really proud to… Read more »
Resident looking to start bocce ball league
For Michael Galello, a 24-year resident of Ocean Pines, bocce ball is more than a game – it’s a lifelong passion rooted in family and community. Now semi-retired, Galello is channeling that passion into an exciting new venture: creating a bocce ball league for the Ocean Pines community. “This is something I grew up with,”… Read more »
Officials weigh Pines tree clearing concerns; Former committee chair alarmed over increase in ‘clear-cutting of trees’
By Tara Fischer Staff Writer As Ocean Pines residents point to excessive tree removal, the community looks to strengthen county collaboration during the pre-construction phase of new home development. Ocean Pines resident Tim Peck, the former chair of the Ocean Pines Association’s Environmental and Natural Assets Committee, who stepped down from the post in August,… Read more »
Library system fundraiser to benefit scholarship program
By Tara Fischer Staff Writer Yoga enthusiasts and potential contributors to a scholarship program are invited to the Berlin library on Sunday, Jan. 5, for a class being held to benefit the Leister-Staley Scholarship Fund. The “Building an Intentional Foundation” yoga fundraiser will take place in the Berlin library meeting room from 10:30-11:30 a.m. The… Read more »
Train display open weekends at OP fire hall; This holiday season, Ocean Pines residents are invited to an interactive showcase
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 »