Berlin, Ocean Pines News Worcester County Bayside Gazette
By Josh Davis, Associate Editor (Jan. 31, 2019) The Berlin Chamber of Commerce welcomed a new president and board, honored several local people, and handed a $5,000 donation to the Town of Berlin during its annual installation dinner last Tuesday at DiFebo’s Restaurant. Long-time volunteer and event planner Steve Frene was sworn in as president. Frene… Read more »
By Josh Davis, Associate Editor (Jan. 31, 2019) Snow Hill Police Chief Tom Davis may be trading his badge for a trumpet. Davis, 58 and a Baltimore native, announced his resignation as police chief in a Jan. 26 Facebook post. His last day is Feb. 8 and his next move is not yet known, although it… Read more »
By Josh Davis, Associate Editor (Jan. 31, 2019) Earlier this month, Berlin Mayor Gee Williams commented publicly, “This is the year when we’ll probably see more visible impact [at Berlin Falls].” The Berlin Falls Park Committee, during its most recent meeting, hinted at several new developments, from building demolitions and interactive sculptures, to firming short and… Read more »
By Rachel Ravina, Staff Writer (Jan. 31, 2019) Last Wednesday started like any other for 14-year-old Berlin resident Madilynn Diehl, until she got an unexpected visit in the cafeteria from what she thought was the Stephen Decatur Middle School “Bulldog” mascot during her lunch period. “I was like, ‘why is he coming in here?’” Madilynn… Read more »
By Josh Davis, Associate Editor (Jan. 31, 2019) It didn’t take long for news of the second-largest assessment increase in Ocean Pines history to hit social media, where reaction was, unsurprisingly, negative. A press release and statements from General Manager John Bailey on Friday showed a proposed increase of $127 per homeowner in the recommended budget,… Read more »
By Josh Davis, Associate Editor (Jan. 31, 2019) Four alterations to the Town of Berlin’s nonprofit grant policy were approved by the Town Council Monday. The policy was adopted last year and, according to an executive summary, provided $30,000 to six organizations that applied. Human Resources Director Jeff Fleetwood said some revisions were necessary after the… Read more »
By Josh Davis, Associate Editor (Jan. 31, 2019) Although the proposed fiscal year 2020 Ocean Pines budget released on Jan. 4 did not include an assessment increase, the more recent “recommended” budget published on Friday did include one and, if it survives, would represent the second-largest in association history. The $127 increase to the $951 basic… Read more »
By Josh Davis, Associate Editor (Jan. 31, 2019) Motorists traveling along U.S. Route 50 and U.S. Route 113 near Berlin may have seen a gruesome sight during the last several weeks. Near the turnoff from eastbound Route 50 to Route 113 toward Dover, in the wooded area along the on-ramp, were what appeared to be several… Read more »
By Josh Davis, Associate Editor (Jan. 31, 2019) Snow Hill Resident Edward Lee has formed a new group, Snow Hill Now, to help recruit candidates for the upcoming election on May 7. “It’s a nonpartisan group of residents that have come together to engage the community in helping the town to thrive and grow. That’s who… Read more »
By Josh Davis, Associate Editor (Jan. 24, 2019) The Snow Hill Chamber of Commerce on Friday announced it would release 100 additional tickets for the ninth annual Snow Hill Oyster Roast, scheduled Feb. 24 from 1-5 p.m. Tickets sold out on New Year’s Day, about five hours after they went on sale at midnight, drawing criticism… Read more »