OCEAN PINES–The Ocean Pines Association board of directors wants to invite a county representative to its next meeting to discuss anticipated work to replace approximately 250 aging water lines along Ocean Parkway. “It doesn’t make one bit of sense,” Director Marty Clarke said during the board’s April 9 meeting. “We as a board ought to… Read more »

BERLIN– Two elderly residents were killed in an apparent murder-suicide on Wednesday, April 16. The couple, identified as Lester and Ada “Midge” Wright, was discovered by family members at their home on 603 Williams Street in Berlin at approximately 8:42 a.m., according to police. “The Berlin Police Department responded to 603 Williams Street to do… Read more »

BERLIN–Town Administrator Laura Allen announced that the State Highway Administration has finished the crosswalk on US 113 at Bay Street, along with the enhanced sidewalks requested by the Berlin Pedestrian Safety Committee. Variable message boards have been placed on US 113 in both directions to alert drivers to the change. “SHA staff worked late Friday… Read more »

WORCESTER COUNTY–From Easter egg hunts to sunrise services, Berlin and the surrounding area will celebrate Easter with activities for the whole family this weekend. Here are a few of the celebrations taking place: BERLIN: -The Town of Berlin will ring in spring with it’s annual Spring Celebration, a family-friendly event complete with workshops, face painting,… Read more »

OCEAN PINES–Paul Gross of Ocean Pines has won the Salute to Senior Service contest for Maryland in recognition of his volunteer efforts with Coastal Hospice & Palliative Care on the Lower Eastern Shore. Gross received a $500 prize with the award that he will donate to Coastal Hospice. He was chosen as Maryland’s contest winner… Read more »

OCEAN PINES—Recent actions by members of the Ocean Pines Association Board of Directors appear to have slowed momentum that began building last month for a referendum to stop the financial bleeding of expenses on the golf course by converting it to open space or park land.   During a March 5 work session, the overwhelming… Read more »

BERLIN—The artists involved in creating the first mural in Stephen Decatur Park took a few moments to reflect on their project as the 22-year-old images are about to be repainted during “Take Pride in Berlin Week” from April 19-26. The repainting project was organized by the Berlin Parks Commission and was funded in part by… Read more »

OCEAN PINES–The Coast Guard Auxiliary is offering a three-day Maryland Basic Boating Safety course, April 8-10, 6- 9 p.m. at the Ocean Pines Library. Participants can learn about local Ocean City waters and safely navigating and piloting them as well as how to tie nautical knots. Students will receive boating knowledge and advice from Coast… Read more »

OCEAN PINES–Ocean Pines Association’s 2014 Search Committee will host an informative public meeting on Tuesday, April 15, at 6:30 p.m. at the Ocean Pines Community Center in the Assateague Room.   The meeting will be open to association members and anyone interested in a position on the board is encouraged to attend. The purpose will… Read more »

SNOW HILL–Easter bonnets will be on display during Snow Hill’s Friday Arts on the River, First Friday Gallery Walk, beginning at 5 p.m. The decorated hats are part of an Easter Bonnet decorating contest and will be featured in store windows and in the old Firehouse on Green Street. Merchants and gallery owners will be… Read more »