Berlin, Ocean Pines News Worcester County Bayside Gazette
By Greg Elison (Jan. 27, 2022) The Ocean Pines Board of Directors delayed voting on revising resolution M09 to change election verification processes after Director Frank Daly announced that a slew of related revisions would be unveiled at a special meeting. Association President Colette Horn said the proposed changes for certifying board candidates includes specifying… Read more »
Advisory group discusses host of ongoing initiatives during meeting last Thursday By Greg Ellison (Jan. 27, 2022) The Ocean Pines Communications Committee discussed electronic signs, annual meeting attendance, electronic voting and preservation of historical items during its meeting last Thursday. Committee Chair Cheryl Jacobs said the prospect of upgrading community marquee signs to electronic message… Read more »
By Greg Ellison (Jan. 27,2022) The Berlin Town Council awarded bids for street repairs and replacing a well, and approved request for proposals to update water meters during its meeting on Monday. Starting with street repairs, Town Administrator Jeff Fleetwood said a trio of bids were received on Dec. 15 to repair Decatur Street, East… Read more »
By Greg Ellison (Jan. 20, 2022) Eastern Shore skateboard enthusiast Jay Graybill, who formerly operated Exodus Skate Park on Old Ocean City Boulevard, is donating funds to support skate facilities in Ocean Pines, Ocean City, Salisbury and a proposed site in Berlin. “It’s strictly out of my pocket,” he said. “It’s something I’ve been wanting… Read more »
Commission nixes rezoning for big townhouse project By Greg Ellison (Jan. 20, 2022) Density issues and increasing the demand on town services were among the reasons the Berlin Planning Commission voted 5-1 last week against backing a request to rezone property by Routes 50 and 818 from commercial to residential. Developer Chris Carbaugh and attorney… Read more »
By Greg Ellison (Jan. 20, 2022) Leadership changes are taking place on the Ocean Pines Environmental and Natural Assets Committee after longtime chair Ken Wolf unexpectedly resigned last week. “I didn’t want to leave,” Wolf said. During the committee meeting on Jan. 13, Wolf floored group members by tendering his resignation. “I left because it… Read more »
By Greg Ellison (Jan. 20, 2022) Berlin Pizza, which opened last month on Old Ocean City Boulevard, is the newest culinary venture from longtime restaurateurs and brothers, Muhammet and Mustafa Koltuk, who formerly operated Mahos Kitchen in Ocean Pines. Located at 10524 Old Ocean City Blvd. next to the Tractor Supply Co., Berlin Pizza occupies… Read more »
Nonprofit organizer Weeg checks in with Planning Commission on three fronts By Greg Ellison (Jan. 20, 2022) We Heart Berlin President and CEO Tony Weeg discussed a trio of proposals with the Parks Commission during a virtual meeting last Tuesday. Leading the list was Weeg’s idea of “Love Day” as an annual celebration. The observance… Read more »
Catching up rapidly said like trying to drink from fire hose By Greg Ellison (Jan. 20, 2022) Since being seated on the Ocean Pines Board of Directors last Wednesday, Rick Farr has had an active first week getting up to speed with the new role. “It’s been a whirlwind in terms of getting to know… Read more »
By Greg Ellison Jan. 13, 2022) Berlin’s sixth annual Restaurant Week continues through Sunday, with numerous local dining establishments offering special fare with special pricing. Economic & Community Development Director Ivy Wells said public response has been overwhelming since the promotion began on Monday. “The community has been excited,” she said. Participating establishments include Pop’s… Read more »