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Author, journalist with deep local ties to speak in Berlin this month
Atlantic General Hospital cuts ribbon on new medical facility in Ocean Pines
Resignation leaves Ocean Pines racquet sports in limbo
Ten percent increase for pickleball being considered by board in next budget By Cindy Hoffman, Staff Writer (Jan. 25, 2024) Racquet Sports in Ocean Pines will continue on after the second departure of the director, Tim Johnson, whose abrupt resignation was announced by the Ocean Pines Association last Wednesday. “The GM is evaluating the structure of… Read more »
Berlin Bd. of Supervisors of Elections needs one new member
By Cindy Hoffman, Staff Writer (Jan. 18, 2023) The Town of Berlin is looking for a new member for its Board of Supervisors of Elections. Members of the election board do everything “from soup to nuts with the elections,” Town Administrator Mary Bohlen said. The members accept candidate filings, create the ballot, run the elections… Read more »
Trees and open spaces would benefit from focus in Berlin
By Cindy Hoffman, Staff Writer (Jan. 18, 2023) Berlin has a vibrant downtown, historic architecture and a friendly atmosphere, but what it also has are some outstanding tree specimens. One is the big magnolia on South Main Street and the bald cypress at the Burbage Funeral Home. The town is also home to the Dr…. Read more »
Noncontroversial OP budget works way through process
Board wary of increasing slip fees up to 15 percent in draft document proposal By Cindy Hoffman, Staff Writer (Jan. 18, 2024) The Ocean Pines Board of Directors met last Thursday to review the proposed budget for Fiscal Year 24-25, and it continues to appear that most Ocean Pines residents will see another decrease in their… Read more »
Restaurant Week in Berlin
By Tara Fischer, Staff Writer (Jan. 11, 2024) As the holidays end and winter sets in, Berlin establishments have created special menus for their Restaurant Week. Approximately 15 eateries are participating this year, including The Globe, On What Grounds, Rayne’s Reef Soda Fountain and Grill, Blacksmith, The Sterling Tavern, 410 Social, and The Atlantic Hotel Bistro… Read more »
Local species important to character of Ocean Pines
By Cindy Hoffman, Staff Writer (Jan. 11, 2024) Trees are part of the natural beauty of Ocean Pines. But as the community ages, so do the trees. The OPA Environment and Natural Assets Advisory Committee is encouraging the planting of new trees both in public areas and on residential lots. “Ocean Pines is getting to an… Read more »
Midnight ball drop dropped in Berlin due to low turnout
By Cindy Hoffman, Staff Writer (Jan. 11, 2024) While the crowds were large for the 6 p.m. New Year’s Eve ball drop in Berlin, they petered out for the midnight event, leaving the mayor and council to decide to drop the ball drop at midnight from New Year’s Eve 2024 events. There were about 200 people… Read more »