Latest increase another step to remedy financial crisis in enterprise funds By Brian Shane Staff Writer (April 2, 2026) Worcester County’s water and sewer accounts are still operating collectively in the red, despite proposed fee increases for the next fiscal year and a $1.1 million subsidy from the county. Base fees would increase by 5%… Read more »

By Tara Fischer Staff Writer (April 2, 2026) While major improvements continue to be made at the Ocean Pines Golf Course, officials say February’s winter storm has caused planned bulkhead work to be postponed until after summer. At the Ocean Pines Association Board of Directors meeting this week, OPA General Manager John Viola reported that… Read more »

By Tara Fischer Staff Writer (April 2, 2026) Current maintenance projects were discussed during last week’s Ocean Pines Association Board of Directors meeting, as staff detailed progress to date and upcoming improvements to be made in areas like bocce, aquatics, and racquet sports. OPA’s Senior Director of Administration Linda Martin reported that annual maintenance on… Read more »

By Tara Fischer Staff Writer (April 2, 2026) More than a month after February’s blizzard left Ocean Pines blanketed by fallen trees and branches, officials say the continuing cleanup efforts are stalling because of  residents adding everyday yard waste to the piles of storm debris. At the Ocean Pines Association’s Board of Directors meeting this… Read more »