(Nov. 19, 2015) The Coastal Association of Realtors (CAR) has received a $2,000 Placemaking micro-grant from the National Association of Realtors to help make downtown Berlin a better place to live and work by transforming unused public spaces into vibrant community places. The grant is intended to help realtors associations partner with others to plan,… Read more »

(Nov. 19, 2015) Prepare to be dazzled during the 23rd annual Winterfest of Lights, beginning on Thursday, Nov. 19 at Northside Park on 125th Street. “This has become an annual tradition for families and gives everyone the opportunity to enjoy the holiday experience Ocean City offers,” said Frank Miller, special events superintendent for the Town… Read more »

(Nov. 19, 2015) Core Clinical Care, a division of Apple Discount Drugs, announces exclusive offerings for Diabetes Awareness month throughout November. Diabetic patients can take advantage of classes, testing, special discounts on diabetes products and the promotion of the American Diabetes Association campaign, “Eat Well, America!” “Being in the healthcare profession, we care about the… Read more »

(Nov. 12, 2015) While developer Palmer Gillis says access to Ocean Parkway is the solution to the traffic issues caused by the new Delmarva Health Pavilion in Ocean Pines, several directors in the community say no deal is imminent. Speaking during a phone interview last Thursday, Board President Pat Renaud said he could not recall… Read more »

(Nov. 12, 2015) Berlin is in the final stages of acquiring the former Tyson’s Chicken plant following the Town Council’s unanimous vote to issue obligation $3 million in general obligation bonds to buy the 68-acre property from Berlin Properties North LLC. The land deal, which also includes the unrelated purchase of a six-acre parcel on… Read more »

(Nov. 12, 2015) Despite a brief hiccup during the settlement, both parties have apparently resolved their differences in the two-year-old, $8 million Zackery Tyndall lawsuit against the Berlin Fire Company. Tyndall’s attorney, Amy L. Taylor of the Salisbury firm Otway, Russo & Rommel, filed a motion to reopen the case on Oct. 29, saying the… Read more »

(Nov. 12, 2015) In an effort to raise additional funds in support of the annual art scholarship program for local students, the Worcester County Arts Council is raffling off a basket filled with original artwork donated by local artists. The “Basket of Art” is on display at the Art Council Gallery located at 6 Jefferson… Read more »

(Nov. 12, 2015) The Ocean Pines Association has announced leaf collection procedures for its residents this fall. Ocean Pines Public Works and Republic Services will both aid in the collection. Current Republic Services customers may place up to four bags of leaves curbside for each scheduled pickup in addition to regular trash pickup. Trash collection… Read more »

(Nov. 12, 2015) Following a pingpong battle that first sent the matter back to the Berlin Planning Commission, the Town Council voted 3-1 Monday to approve an amendment to the town zoning code allowing for up to 36”units in multi-family dwellings in new constructions. Rinnier Development Company and its new Oceans East project on Seahawk… Read more »

(Nov. 12, 2015) Berlin’s annual Just Walk returns this Saturday, with new additions to the event, including expanded offerings for children and more health screenings via a partnership with the Worcester County Health Department. Registration for the fourth annual walk will begin at 9 a.m. at Stephen Decatur Park in Berlin. Participants can take a… Read more »