By Tara Fischer Staff Writer (Oct. 29, 2026) The Town of Berlin is financially backing a new police department system meant to streamline cross-agency collaboration and improve communication methods. At its meeting Monday night, the Town Council approved the purchase of a software platform costing $50,563 that will allow Berlin police to share information more… Read more »
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Berlin approves next year’s event schedules
By Tara Fischer Staff Writer (Oct. 29, 2026) Classic Berlin get-togethers like the Bathtub Races, the Peach Festival, and the Christmas Parade are returning to town in 2027, now that the Town Council approved several event calendars this week. At Monday night’s meeting, the Berlin Town Council approved 2027 event schedules for the Berlin Chamber… Read more »
Bond advanced for lead line work
By Tara Fischer Staff Writer (Oct. 29, 2026) The Town of Berlin continued to move ahead with its lead pipe water line replacement project this week, approving a bond ordinance for work along William Street and accepting a separate $1.8 million funding package to replace lead lines along North and South Main streets. During Monday… Read more »
Gillises, Berlin settle after five years of talks, meetings
Stewart Dobson Editor (Oct. 29, 2026) After a long run of agreements, rejections and disappointments, the former poultry processing plant property at Heron Park has been sold for $1.2 million to Palmer and Sandy Gillis, Berlin Mayor Zack Tyndall confirmed Tuesday. Now that the deal has gone through, the Gillises can proceed with their plans… Read more »
Candidates face off for school board in two districts
Tara Fischer Staff Writer (Oct. 29, 2026) With the Worcester County Board of Education’s District 1 and District 6 positions contested, voters in Pocomoke and Bishopville may cast their ballots next week for their preferred school system representative. As voters head to the polls on Nov. 3, some will be able to choose who they… Read more »
Berlin scores bragging right as Hallmark Christmas town
By Tara Fischer Staff Writer (Oct. 29, 2026) The Hallmark Channel has named Berlin an Official Christmas Town, because of its historic charm and character. As part of Hallmark’s 25th anniversary, the company searched the nation for the merriest downtown area to serve as the setting for the network’s next holiday film. While Hallmark did… Read more »
It’s official: Berlin to host fire parade again in 2027
By Tara Fischer Staff Writer (Oct. 29, 2026) The Maryland State Firefighter’s Association is bringing its annual fire company parade back to Berlin after what organizers say was a successful first year. This past June, fire departments from across Maryland flocked to downtown Berlin for the MSFA parade. The companies traveled through town on fire… Read more »
BFC’s challenges shared with town elected officials
By Tara Fischer Staff Writer (Oct. 22, 2026) The Berlin Fire Company reported financial and staffing challenges this week as officials warn ambulance replacement costs are becoming unsustainable and two paramedic positions have remained vacant for over a year. During discussions with the Town Council, Berlin Fire Company representatives outlined the costs of maintaining EMS… Read more »
BFC inquires about property tax credit ask
By Tara Fischer Staff Writer (Oct. 22, 2026) Berlin government officials are exploring incentives such as property tax credits to help the volunteer fire company recruit and retain firefighters. The Berlin Fire Company asked the mayor and Town Council this week to support a property tax credit for volunteer firefighters who live within municipal limits… Read more »
‘Pretty good deal’ on lead line project moves forward
By Tara Fischer Staff Writer (Oct. 22, 2026) The Town of Berlin is moving forward with obtaining $2.2 million in financing for its lead water service line replacement project, with more than $1.2 million of the funding expected to be forgiven. During Tuesday night’s Town Council meeting, officials unanimously agreed to pursue Maryland Water Infrastructure… Read more »