By Tara Fischer Staff Writer The Ocean Pines Association is seeking legal advice on whether to approve or deny the Aquatics Advisory Committee’s proposed “Sunset and Cocktails” event which would cater to adults. The gathering, which would be held at the Yacht Club pool, would gear its entertainment towards adults, including the retiree, single, and… Read more »
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Worcester’s literacy coordinator recognized
By Tara Fischer Staff Writer A Worcester County Public Schools literacy coordinator was honored earlier this year for effectively implementing reading and language arts instruction. Cassidy Hamborsky, a coordinator of instruction with WCPS, was named a recipient of the Wilson Language Training’s 2024 Mary Ann Bonneau Administrator Award at Wilson’s National Conference in Boston last… Read more »
Bingo event hopes to repeat spring success; OP’s Community Center to host OPVFD fundraiser on Nov. 8 with food truck
By Tara Fischer Staff Writer The Ocean Pines Volunteer Fire Department will host yet another fundraising event next month. On Friday, Nov. 8, the OPVFD welcomes residents to the Ocean Pines Community Center at White Horse Park for a bingo night. The event will feature cash prizes, 50/50 raffles, and pull tabs. Grateful Grub Food… Read more »
OP’s Halloween festival planned for Oct. 26; White Horse Park to host free event featuring games, haunted house, contests
By Tara Fischer Staff Writer The Ocean Pines Recreation and Parks Department will welcome residents for an afternoon of autumnal, spooky fun. On Saturday, Oct. 26, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., the OPA Recreation and Parks group is hosting a free Halloween/Fall Festival at White Horse Park. The event will feature costume competitions, face… Read more »
Voters ask, what’s Question 1? Statewide ballot question aims to amend constitution to guarantee abortion rights
By Brian Shane Staff Writer Beginning when early voting opens Oct. 24, Maryland voters will decide this Election Day whether to enshrine abortion rights into the state constitution. If approved, the ballot referendum would establish reproductive freedom as a “fundamental right,” including a mother’s right to prevent, continue, or end a pregnancy. “The state many… Read more »
Deputies honored for saving child’s life at campground over summer
By Brian Shane Staff Writer (Oct. 18, 2024) When the 911 call came in for an unresponsive child at Frontier Town, it only took two minutes for sheriff’s deputies Noah King and Chris Parr to both respond from nearby road duty. They found an 8-year-old girl unresponsive in her car seat, not breathing, and with… Read more »
Protected land’s rezoning request approved by county; Part of 80-acre property can now be subdivided into ‘farm-ette’ lots as desired
Brian Shane Staff Writer A local couple will be able build on their land after having successfully petitioned county leaders to rezone a portion of protected acreage. The move will allow property owners Chris and Shelley Mason to set aside 18.54 acres of their 80.95-acre property off Purnell Crossing Road as agricultural. The remaining 62.41… Read more »
Berlin planning commission reviews Microtel’s revisions; No official action taken pending minor tweaks
By Tara Fischer Staff Writer While no formal action was taken, the Berlin Planning Commission and the Microtel Inn and Suites by Wyndham developers reached an agreement this week. On Wednesday, Oct. 9, the town’s planning commission once again were presented concept plans for the proposed Microtel Inn and Suites by Wyndham planned for Berlin…. Read more »
Berlin’s Pumpkins in the Park announced; First-year event hosted by horticulture committee around Decatur park pond
By Tara Fischer Staff Writer Berlin’s Halloween events continue as the Berlin Horticulture Advisory Committee gears up for its Pumpkins in the Park event. Businesses and individuals can donate $25 to the group, which will be used for Berlin beautification efforts. In return, they will receive a pumpkin and glow light. They may decorate the… Read more »
Committee pleased with election revisions; Vendor reports 28% of Pines property owners chose to vote electronically
By Tara Fischer Staff Writer The Ocean Pines Association recently reviewed this year’s Board of Directors election process. In August, OPA homeowners voted to fill the two seats on the community’s governing group that were up for grabs. Then-President Rick Farr, who now acts as vice president, and Director Jeff Heavner, both incumbents, were reelected… Read more »