The Worcester County Commissioners narrowly shot down a request last week to add public comments to their meetings.
Worcester commissioners deny public comments at meetings
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Ocean Pines pickleball players balk at proposed fee hike
A proposed increase in annual pickeball membership fees in Fiscal Year 2025 took center stage at an Ocean Pines Association town hall budget meeting last week.
Berlin council approves salary scale increase
The Berlin Town Council voted unanimously this week to approve a step and grade system for town staff expected to result in higher salaries.
Berlin councilman announces intention to seek reelection
Jack Orris, who represents District 2, is seeking a second term in the town’s upcoming Oct. 1 election.
Berlin mayor seeks unified county grant request
Zach Tyndall made a call to his fellow municipal leaders for a unified front, but several have said they have different priorities, and likely will not be joining to request grants from the county this year.
Off-season promotions keep Berlin relevant in quiet weeks
Whether it’s free carriage rides near Valentine’s Day, a week of restaurant specials in January, or a February photo contest, Berlin’s business community does what it must to keep customers coming to the historic downtown in the cold.
Project targets erosion in Ocean Pines’ South Gate Pond
The Ocean Pines Association’s and Maryland Coastal Bays’ shoreline restoration project will also support beautification and wildlife preservation.
Long-awaited Ocean Pines crosswalk nearing completion
The crosswalk under construction from the South Gate Pond to the Racetrack Road and Manklin Creek intersection aims to create a more pedestrian and bicycle-friendly community.
Berlin seeks bond for electric, public works upgrades
The town council voted 4-0 this week, with Councilman Jay Knerr absent, to approve an application for a $3.8 million bond to the Community Development Administration 2024 Local Government Infrastructure Financing Program.
Diakonia officials exploring options after Worcester sewer denial
Supporters of Diakonia are exploring options in the wake of the Worcester County Commissioners’ decision not to approve Diakonia’s plan to acquire sewer capacity from the Town of Ocean City.