By Rachel Ravina, Staff Writer (Oct. 31, 2019) Beach Memories owner Michele Krempa embarked on a new journey Friday evening with a ribbon-cutting ceremony at her Main Street jewelry store. “The best part of my job is when people come in and they smile,” Krempa said. While the grand opening was this past Friday at the… Read more »
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Fall Just Walk Berlin to get people moving next Saturday
By Rachel Ravina, Staff Writer (Oct. 24, 2019) Exercise enthusiasts and novices can get up and moving next Saturday at the “Fall Just Walk Berlin” at Stephen Decatur Park in Berlin. Registration for the eighth annual walk is set to begin at 8:30 a.m. The walk itself will take place from 9-10:30 a.m. starting at the… Read more »
Children’s functions offer all treats, no tricks
By Morgan Pilz, Staff Writer (Oct. 25, 2019) Halloween is just around the corner and Worcester County is crawling with spooky activities for the family this weekend and through All Hallows’ Eve. Ocean City: – Ocean City Recreation and Parks will host its annual Halloween Spook-Out Party on Sunday, Oct. 27, from 1-3 p.m. inside… Read more »
No masking fun in Berlin on Halloween
Town celebrates in big way that just keeps growing By Rachel Ravina, Staff Writer (Oct. 24, 2019) Thousands of children are expected to come ready with costumes and candy bags to celebrate Halloween next Thursday in Berlin. “This truly is the Lollapalooza of Halloween,” said Washington Street resident Sara Hambury, who added that the downtown should… Read more »
Prost! Berlin to hold seasonal Oktoberfest day
By Rachel Ravina, Staff Writer (Oct. 17, 2019) Prost! Beer lovers can savor a pint during Berlin Oktoberfest this Saturday afternoon in downtown Berlin. “This is the one day of the year where we spell Berlin with an extra “E”: Beerlin,” said Ivy Wells, Berlin’s community and economic development director. Berlin Oktoberfest will take place from… Read more »
Greyhound celebrates first year on Main St.
By Rachel Ravina, Staff Writer (Oct. 17, 2019) The last year has been a whirlwind for Greyhound Independent Bookstore co-owner Susan Ayres Wimbrow. “We want to thank everyone from the bottom of our hearts for being so supportive,” she said. Wimbrow and her husband, Maury, opened the bookstore on 9 Main St. last year. The bookstore… Read more »
Cars to rev engines as Fall Crusiers returns to Main St.
By Rachel Ravina, Staff Writer (Oct. 10, 2019) Car enthusiasts can travel back in time and see restored vehicles during the 15th annual Fall Cruisers on Main Street in downtown Berlin. Larnet St. Amant, executive director of the Berlin Chamber of Commerce, said Main Street typically closes around 6 a.m. for the event. She added… Read more »
Monster Mash art show to get Berlin in Halloween spirit
By Rachel Ravina, Staff Writer (Oct. 10, 2019) Art novices and enthusiasts can get into the Halloween spirit this Friday during the Monster Mash art show on Friday in downtown Berlin. Curator Pete Mueller said about 15 artists will present their pieces at the show, which will take place from 6-9 p.m. at The Globe… Read more »
Berlin Touch A Truck to return to Decatur Park
By Rachel Ravina, Staff Writer (Oct. 3, 2019) Adults and children especially can examine police cars, fire trucks, dump trucks and other specialized vehicles t this Saturday at the Berlin Touch A Truck at Stephen Decatur Park. The third annual event will take place from 10 a.m. to noon at the park on Tripoli Street off… Read more »
WCPS participates in Day to Serve, builds wheelchair ramp for Newark resident
By Rachel Ravina, Staff Writer (Oct. 3, 2019) Worcester County Public Schools staff members volunteered their time to build a wheelchair ramp for a Newark homeowner last Wednesday. “It’s a gift to expand her world. It’s a gift of life, really,” said David Downes, a board member and volunteer for the Chesapeake Housing Mission, a Salisbury-based… Read more »