After restoring two “ghost murals” from the 1950s on the sides of Pitts Street Treasures earlier this year, local artist Olga Deshields now has her sights set on the J.E. Parker building.
Third historic sign restoration planned for downtown Berlin
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Worcester County Fair commences this weekend at new Snow Hill location
There will be some of the same agricultural exhibits, petting zoos, carnival games and more at this weekend’s Worcester County Fair, but a new location and organizer is also bringing some activities the event has not had in the past.
Miracle on 65th Street: Believe in Tomorrow addition well underway thanks to local support
The long-awaited renovation and addition to the Believe In Tomorrow Children’s House By The Sea property on the ocean block of 65th Street is well underway, thanks to the efforts of generous contractors, businesses, and local residents.
Paramedic alleges Berlin Fire Company violated overtime law
A Berlin Fire Company employee is arguing in a lawsuit that the town’s fire company failed to pay overtime as required by Maryland law and the Fair Labor Standards Act.
Berlin library branch displays new works by local artists
The Berlin Library, in conjunction with the Worcester County Arts Council, is displaying the works by local artists Macy Snyder and Ellie Scott on its second-floor gallery through mid-September.
Assateague boat ramp, Ocean City park receive state waterways funds
The Maryland Department of Natural Resources has awarded $2.1 million to several agencies, including Assateague State Park and the Town of Ocean City, through its Waterways Improvement Fund.
MACo officials present overview of solar projects on Worcester County ag lane
How, or if, Worcester County could do more to regulate solar projects on agricultural land was a topic of discussion at a recent commissioners meeting.
Worcester County scammed for $167K; guilty plea made national money laundering operation
A Texas man pleaded guilty last month to international money laundering conspiracy for his role in scamming several victims, which included the Worcester County Treasurer’s Office for a sum of more than $167,000.
Worcester GOLD, Ocean Pines rec and parks step up to collect school supplies
Worcester GOLD and the Ocean Pines Recreation and Parks Department have teamed up to collect school supplies for children in need.
Berlin, Ocean Pines plan National Night Out events
Officials in Ocean Pines and Berlin are both gearing up for annual National Night Out events on Aug.6, where residents can meet and chat with their community’s first responders.