Commissioners must stay united Editor, I read the article in the Aug. 6 Bayside Gazette, “Bertino give-back plan fails” and it concerns me. I learn what is going on in county government only by reading the newspapers. The comment from Commissioner Mitrecic about bankrupting the county [to liquidate the county’s $15.2 million budget stabilization fund],… Read more »
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Letter To The Editor: Renting still a good option on Delmarva
Renting still a good option on Delmarva Editor, I live on the Delmarva Peninsula and realize our area has some of the finest home developers and real estate firms around. What I find a little disturbing, however, is the practice by one builder-real estate developer that implies the only type of housing on Delmarva is… Read more »
08/13/2026 Bayside Editorial: Town Hall furnishing expense sounds right
Town Hall furnishing expense sounds right The amount of money the Town of Berlin intends to spend on furniture when it outfits its newly renovated Town Hall might sound somewhat over the top, but it is decidedly mid-range to budget level, according to statistics compiled by commercial vendors. Whether calculations are based on an office’s… Read more »
Ocean Pines Association’s Annual Meeting announced
Saturday’ event provides updates for residents and certifies election results By Tara Fischer Staff Writer (Aug. 6, 2026) The Ocean Pines Association will have its annual meeting on Saturday, Aug. 8, at the Ocean Pines Community Center, where members will receive updates on association business, recognize a community volunteer, and formally certify the results of… Read more »
Planned skate park waiting for word on three grant bids
Berlin’s proposed skating project hopes to receive thousands in outside funds By Tara Fischer Staff Writer (Aug. 6, 2026) Advocates of the creation of a skate park in Berlin are waiting to hear if their bids for three six-figure grants that could advance the ambitious project were successful. Residents and staff members hope to construct… Read more »
Commissioner’s give-back plan fails
Bertino moved to return excess cash to county homeowners By Brian Shane Staff Writer (Aug. 6, 2026) Worcester County Commissioner Chip Bertino’s request this week to explore liquidating the county’s $15.2 million budget stabilization fund to provide rebates to resident homeowners failed Tuesday on a 3-4 vote. Commissioner Joe Mitrecic responded with a lengthy, heated… Read more »
Planning Commission Chair Stoehr files for Berlin council seat
Business owner seeks to fill District 1 seat left open by Green’s victory in commissioner contest By Tara Fischer Staff Writer (Aug. 6, 2026) Berlin Planning Commission Chairman Matthew Stoehr has announced he’s running for the town’s District 1 council seat this fall. Stoehr joined the municipality’s Planning Commission in 2019 and has served as… Read more »
Saturday’s Peach Festival a big hit, organizers report
By Tara Fischer Staff Writer (Aug. 6, 2026) As nearly 4,000 people flocked to the Calvin B. Taylor House Museum on Saturday for another successful Peach Festival, the organization’s leaders say they are gearing up to host more fundraisers throughout the fall and winter months. Taylor House Executive Director Melissa Reid said favorable weather, strong… Read more »
Letter To The Editor: Americans deserve safe, healthy food
Americans deserve safe, healthy food Editor, More than 100 cases of Cyclospora infection have been reported in Maryland since May 1, with thousands of cases reported nationwide. Cyclospora is a parasite that causes severe diarrhea that can last for weeks, along with stomach cramps, nausea, fatigue, and weight loss. Public health officials have linked recent… Read more »
Letter To The Editor: Orphans’ Court judge retirement
Orphans’ Court judge retirement Editor, With my retirement just around the corner I would like to take this opportunity to express my deepest gratitude to the citizens of Worcester County for the trust and confidence they have placed in me over the past 20 years as a Judge of the Orphans’ Court. Serving this community… Read more »