By Tara Fischer Staff Writer The Ocean Pines Association’s first-ever season of its new bocce league kicks off this week with a series of matches among the 72 registered community members. Organizers hope the initial summer yields healthy participation, with a long-term plan to schedule games against regional divisions. A waiting list will be distributed… Read more »
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Swipe cards, extended hours eyed for pools; Changes being considered for next summer season, but discussion informal
By Tara Fischer Staff Writer Despite this summer just getting started, the Ocean Pines Association’s Aquatics Advisory Committee is looking at improvements for next year, which could include swipe cards and a later pool closing time on weekdays. OPA’s aquatic advisory crew met last week to discuss potential enhancements to Ocean Pines’ five swimming pools…. Read more »
Freeman partners with BES on music arts
By Tara Fischer Staff Writer Ukuleles are now a staple of classroom instruction for Buckingham Elementary School students, courtesy of a new initiative launched by Freeman Arts Pavilion, a program of the Joshua M. Freeman Foundation. The pilot project focuses on art education. Started by the Freeman Arts Pavilion, it collaborates with Salisbury University music… Read more »
Ocean Pines Board candidate forum June 27
By Tara Fischer Staff Writer Candidates for the Ocean Pines Association’s Board of Directors election will have the opportunity to appeal to voters later this month, during a question-and-answer forum. OPA’s Elections Committee will host its annual candidate forum on Friday, June 27, beginning at 5 p.m. in the Clubhouse Meeting Room at 100 Clubhouse… Read more »
Planning commission backs park parcel’s zoning change; Developer working through pre-settlement checklist
By Tara Fischer Staff Writer Citing a change in the neighborhood’s character and a previous zoning designation mistake, Berlin’s Planning Commission is recommending rezoning parcel 57 at Heron Park from R-1, residential, to B-2, shopping and retail. The reclassification, approved by the commission last Wednesday, will allow for the space’s redevelopment providing the Town Council… Read more »
Berlin to hold auction for old street signs beginning July 1
By Tara Fischer Staff Writer This summer, old street signs will be available for bidding via an online auction hosted by the Town of Berlin to raise money to support the municipality’s community center effort. According to Sara Gorfinkel, executive assistant to Berlin Mayor Zack Tyndall, the town’s public works team has spent the past… Read more »
Retiring Taylor issues ‘a heartfelt thank you’
By Tara Fischer Staff Writer This week, at his last Board of Education meeting as superintendent of Worcester County Public Schools, Lou Taylor gave an emotional goodbye to the academic system that has been a part of his life for 60 years. Taylor announced his retirement in January. Effective July 1, the superintendent will round… Read more »
Library friends group awards scholarship to area student
By Tara Fischer Staff Writer An ambitious, local student was awarded a $1,000 scholarship this week to advance her education as she pursues a career path in library science. On Monday, June 9, the Friends of the Ocean Pines Library (FOPL), a volunteer group dedicated to assisting facility staff in providing community resources, presented Wor-Wic… Read more »
Free library coming to Berlin park thanks to Eagle Scout project
By Tara Fischer Staff Writer A new Little Free Library is soon coming to Stephen Decatur Park in Berlin. It will be available for parents and park goers to enjoy as their children play, in an effort to encourage reading and sharing stories. The library box, to be placed near the fenced-in playground at Stephen… Read more »
Ocean Pines Association salutes volunteers
By Tara Fischer Staff Writer The Ocean Pines Association leaders recognized the community’s volunteers, organizations, and emergency service groups last week at its annual appreciation dinner, which officials noted was the largest one yet, hosted at the neighborhood’s Yacht Club. On Thursday, June 5, the OPA Board of Directors’ Volunteer Appreciation Dinner was held at… Read more »