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Idle hands not an option at Worcester Youth and Family

BERLIN—Melanie Windsor, youth project coordinator for Worcester Youth and Family Counseling Services, is in the process of encouraging the children who visit the center to use their creativity for philanthropic, as well as fun, purposes. Windsor outlined several “character building” projects and activities that would give the children’s playtime a service element that could allow… Read more »

Mediacom to hold town meeting

OCEAN PINES – Ocean Pines will host a town hall meeting with Mediacom representatives on Thursday, Nov. 21, at 6 p.m. at the Ocean Pines Community Center.   Members of the Mediacom team will be present including Glenn Bisogno, director of area operations, Mid-Atlantic system director of operations and Katie Brinsfield, administrative associate to Bisogno,… Read more »

OC Police Department warns area residents of recent scams

The Ocean City Police Department is warning citizens of a current telephone scam targeting local Delmarva Power customers, particularly businesses. The scammer will claim to be calling from the Delmarva Power “Disconnection Center.” The scammer will explain that the victim’s power would be shut off unless a past due balance was paid. Victims are then… Read more »

Decatur team places second in Shore-wide math competition

BERLIN—As they head into the homestretch for graduation next year, Stephen Decatur High School seniors Daniel Beck, Jake Eisenman and Gary Qian will leave a legacy of helping their alma mater move into the winning zone after placing second during the 30th annual Eastern Shore High School Mathematics Competition on Nov. 7. The team was… Read more »

Groups partner to offer vets free medical transportation

LOWER SHORE–Nearly 19,000 veterans call the Lower Eastern Shore home. One of the challenges facing veterans in our rural community is a lack of easily accessible and affordable transportation to and from services offered at the Cambridge VA Outpatient Clinic. To help veterans overcome their transportation challenges, United Way of the Lower Eastern Shore and… Read more »

Officials begin process to updating flood insurance maps

BERLIN—Town officials are taking preliminary steps to ensure that street names and landmarks are properly identified when a proposed update for Berlin’s flood insurance rate maps are released later this year through a new digital format. A sneak peek of how the actual proposed map, delineating areas that show areas where there is at least… Read more »

OPA Board discusses propsals on FY 2015 budget guidance

OCEAN PINES—When the Ocean Pines Association Board of Directors goes into work session on Nov. 6, two budget matters that were brought up during the Oct. 26 regular meeting will be raised as points for further discussion. First, a proposal presented by Director Bill Cordwell, would provide official guidance from the board to General Manager… Read more »

Water, sewer service area created for businesses

OCEAN PINES—Two properties along Cathell Road were added Tuesday to the Pines Plaza Commercial Sanitary Service Area, which the Worcester County Commissioners formally created that day so businesses there can have public water and sewer services. “I’m asking to be included,” said Debbie Hileman, owner of property on Cathell Road. “I definitely want water and… Read more »

Registration to participate in Berlin parade ends Nov. 22

Entry spots are still available to participate in Berlin’s 43rd annual Christmas Parade, which will be held 7 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 5.  The theme for this year’s parade is        “A Magical Berlin Christmas”.   The rain date is Thursday, Dec. 12. The parade is sponsored by Berlin Main Street.  Entry fees are $25 for commercial units… Read more »

Several leaf collection options for Ocean Pines area residents

Waste Management customers can have up to four bags of leaves each pick-up in addition to regular trash pickup. Waste Management customers are encouraged to remove up to eight bags a week. These can be in paper or plastic.  On the south side of Route 90 Bridge, Waste Management pick -ups are on Tuesdays and Fridays…. Read more »