By Tara Fischer Staff Writer The Ocean Pines Association’s police force is looking to advance safety efforts, association officials said last month, and last Saturday OPA Police Chief Tim Robinson updated the board of directors on the priorities he and his staff will pursue heading into 2025. Topping the list are adding new signs, obtaining… Read more »
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Pine’eer Club donates $10K
The Pine’eer Craft Club recently celebrated the holiday season and its 51st year with an installation and holiday party themed “A New Year, A New Start.” During the event, the club announced its annual community donations, totaling $10,400. Beneficiaries included the following organizations: Ocean Pines Police Department: $2,000 Ocean Pines Volunteer Fire Department: $5,000 Ocean… Read more »
Tindley portrait lent to library for exhibit
By Tara Fischer Staff Writer A portrait of gospel singer and Methodist minister the Rev. Charles Tindley, painted by Berlin artist Patrick Henry, is now on display at the Berlin Library. Known as the “Grandfather of Gospel Music,” Tindley was born in Berlin in 1851. According to the Salisbury University site, “Enduring Connections,” a project… Read more »
OPA Board President Lakernick looks back at past year
Tara Fischer Staff Writer Ocean Pines officials late last month reflected on a year of community progress and achievements, including efforts to update the fire department’s South Side Station, add a gazebo at the veteran’s memorial and take steps toward amenity improvements. At the Ocean Pines Association Board of Directors meeting on Dec. 21, the… Read more »
K-9 Ardie joins Sheriff’s Office
The Worcester County Sheriff’s Office announced this week the newest addition to its law enforcement team — an explosives detection K-9 named Ardie. Ardie is a 1.5-year-old German Shepherd, from Hungary, specially trained to alert on explosive devices. After careful consideration, Sheriff Matthew Crisafulli has selected Deputy Sheriff First Class Kenji Hara as Ardie’s handler…. Read more »
County pays down retiree health insurance debt
By Brian Shane Staff Writer Worcester County stands to save millions in borrowing costs for future capital projects after securing a top-level bond rating, the result of paying off its debt on retired employee health plans. “The commissioners have adhered to an aggressive investment policy to build trusts that are capable of generating the dividends… Read more »
Coalition continues work on area bike, pedestrian safety
By Tara Fischer Staff Writer The Worcester County Bicycle and Pedestrian Coalition continues its efforts to make Worcester County a more walkable community. The group has secured measures to maintain the welfare of bikers and walkers, like crosswalks and signage in Ocean Pines. It will continue to prioritize projects that help protect all who access… Read more »
168-unit apartment complex to join Giant store off Rt. 50; Multifamily development to be constructed on westerly portion of Coastal Square
By Brian Shane Staff Writer Plans for the Coastal Square complex off routes 50 and 589 anchored by a Giant supermarket now will include a 168-unit apartment complex. “I think it’s goin g to be welcomed by the community. A lot of people are looking forward to the Giant. Moreover, the residential component of this… Read more »
Train display open weekends at OP fire hall; This holiday season, Ocean Pines residents are invited to an interactive showcase
By Tara Fischer Staff Writer The Ocean Pines Volunteer Fire Department is spreading holiday cheer with its third annual train display, which is viewable to the public throughout the festive season. The showcase officially opened on Saturday, Nov. 23, and will continue to welcome visitors at the North Station, located on 249 Ocean Parkway, on… Read more »
Angel Tree effort to help two local families in need
By Tara Fischer Staff Writer An initiative spearheaded by the Ocean Pines Association has reduced holiday shopping for two local families in need this season. In collaboration with the Berlin Crisis Center, OPA has identified two families needing financial assistance this holiday season to feature in the community’s annual Angel Tree program. Residents can head… Read more »