By Cindy Hoffman, Staff Writer (Dec. 8, 2023) The Ocean Pines Chamber of Commerce has rebranded itself as the Worcester County Chamber of Commerce … and the results are mixed. Kerrie Bunting, the executive director for the chamber, said on a recent podcast that this is just a name change and does not change the… Read more »
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CRICKET Center seeks funds for annual Shop with a Cop
By Cindy Hoffman, Staff Writer (Dec. 7, 2023) The Cricket Center will be bringing Christmas joy to 30 at-risk children in Worcester County with its annual “Shop with a Cop” event on Saturday. “Watching the kids shop with law enforcement is just the most heartwarming thing to see,” Lauren Cooper, the executive director of The… Read more »
Mailloux lawyers file brief affirming dismissal
Appeals case about Knupp hit-and-run charges sees arguments over court code By Hunter Hine, Staff Writer (Nov. 30, 2023) The appeals case of Tyler Mailloux, 23, of Berlin, continues moving forward with the filing of an appellee brief that argues the state’s attorney charged the defendant in the wrong court. On Nov. 17, the Appellate Court… Read more »
Amenities continue to keep Pines in black for fiscal year
Golf, beach and yacht club keep HOA numbers healthy, revenues continue to grow By Cindy Hoffman, Staff Writer (Nov. 23, 2023) Revenues increased and expenses decreased last month, Ocean Pines Association General Manager John Viola reported to the board of directors on Saturday. The golf and yacht clubs both came in favorably, at $13,000 and $19,000… Read more »
Holiday giving and events in Ocean Pines
By Cindy Hoffman, Staff Writer (Nov. 23, 2023) The Ocean Pines community is ripe with opportunities to give to others during this holiday season. Whether it is food, toys, coats or basic necessities, the need is great now and throughout the year. Take the time to brighten someone’s holiday season by participating in one or more… Read more »
Bike and ped safety tips presented to OPA
By Cindy Hoffman, Staff Writer (Nov. 23, 2023) Many residents and visitors of Ocean Pines love to ride bikes or walk around the community to stay fit and to get from one place to another. Unfortunately for them, there are no bike lanes or sidewalks throughout the community, making activities somewhat dangerous on the roadways, according… Read more »
Berlin gets approval to use casino funds for pensions
By Cindy Hoffman, Staff Writer (Nov. 23, 2023) In a meeting between Mayor Zack Tyndall, the Berlin Town Council and the Local Development Council (LDC) of Worcester County, LDC approved the town’s multi-year plan to use its share of casino funds (Local impact Grants or LIG funds) for its Law Enforcement Officers Pension System or… Read more »
Honoring DJ Batman at Veterans Memorial
Friends of Night Time Mayor of OC will recognize Beatty for military service Nov. 22 By Cindy Hoffman, Staff Writer (Nov. 16, 2023) A ceremony honoring the late DJ Mike “Batman” Beatty will be held at the Worcester County Veterans Memorial in Ocean Pines on Wednesday, Nov. 22 at 2 p.m. During the ceremony, a paver… Read more »
Berlin ready to bid Tyson demo project
Engineers conclude grant will cover more work than what town had estimated By Cindy Hoffman Staff Writer (Nov. 16, 2023) The Berlin Town Council unanimously approved a request for proposals drawn up by its engineering consultants for the partial demolition of the Tyson’s processing plant at Heron Park on Old Ocean City Road. Andrew Welsch, the… Read more »
Disagreement over who will own property sends OPA, Fire Co. on different paths
By Cindy Hoffman, Staff Writer (Nov. 16, 2023) Two years of talking about whether to replace or renovate the Ocean Pines South Side Fire Station has taken on a different tone and direction, as parties on both sides of the table are now debating who should own the land and the building. In September, a fire… Read more »