At the community’s annual membership meeting on Saturday, Aug. 10, longtime Ocean Pines resident Barb Peletier was recognized as the Sam Wilkinson Volunteer of the Year.
Ocean Pines names Barb Peletier Volunteer of the Year
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BREAKING: Incumbents snag highest vote totals in Ocean Pines election
Ocean Pines Board of Directors incumbents Rick Farr and Jeff Heavner are set to keep their spots after snagging the most votes in the 2024 board election.
Berlin scores state grants
The Town of Berlin received grants for enhancement and development from the Maryland Department of Housing and Community and the Maryland State Arts Council.
Bishopville Park pavilion to be fixed soon, remains to stay untouched until repair
The remains of the Bishopville Park pavilion that was flattened in late May will remain until county government officials and the county’s insurer establish what it will cost to remove and rebuild the structure.
Ocean Pines chamber organizing classic car, Jeep show
Vintage and spruced-up vehicle enthusiasts will be able to show off their hot rods at the annual Classic Car and Jeep Show, hosted by the Worcester County Chamber of Commerce in Ocean Pines, on Aug. 31.
Company provides Worcester County broadband update
Representatives from internet provider Talkie reported this week that efforts are ongoing to expand internet access to parts of Worcester County that currently do not have it.
State’s new rural economic director hears Worcester County’s wind, solar concerns
The Worcester County Commissioners have tasked Maryland’s new rural economic strategy director with communicating concerns about wind and solar initiatives and the potential impacts on agriculture and tourism.
Two local residential developments turn water, wastewater over to Worcester County
The developers of two new Worcester County housing projects turned over water and wastewater infrastructure this week to the county for operation this week.
Berlin Airlift band playing at museum lawn concert Sunday
The Calvin B. Taylor House Museum will welcome the Berlin Airlift band to its lawn for a concert at 6 p.m., this Sunday, with attendees encouraged to dress in their “grooviest” gear to win prizes.
State supports wetlands permit for offshore wind pier in West Ocean City
US Wind’s application to construct a pier and bulkhead for an operations and maintenance facility in West Ocean City will advance to the Maryland Board of Public Works following issuance of a favorable recommendation.