By Brian Shane Staff Writer Worcester County officials unanimously voted to renew the service contract for the medical provider at the county jail, even as that provider is a defendant named in a pending $5 million wrongful death lawsuit. When asked during a public comment period at their Oct. 1 meeting whether they were aware… Read more »
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Hearing set on insurance worries; State administration will hold virtual meeting, gather feedback on ongoing issue
Owners of manufactured homes are encouraged to attend a virtual meeting regarding ongoing insurance issues. On Wednesday, Oct. 23, the Maryland Insurance Administration will hold a virtual hearing to gather public input on the lack of available insurance coverage for mobile homes in Worcester County and surrounding coastal areas. As part of the meeting, the… Read more »
Berlin posts full calendar for October; From IPAs to pumpkins, Halloween and cars, town has plenty to celebrate
By Tara Fischer Staff Writer Berlin’s event calendar is chock-full of autumnal and Halloween ongoings this October. Berlin’s Fall Cruisers, a vintage car show, is coming up on Saturday, Oct. 12, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Registration is $10 the day of the event and free for spectators. Attendees can sample all Berlin offers… Read more »
Bayside Gazette Editorial 10/10/2024: Re-elect incumbents to board of education
Re-elect incumbents to board of education To get right to the point, Jon Andes, Elena McComas and Donald Smack have our endorsement in this year’s Worcester County Board of Education election. These three incumbents have done their jobs over the past four years — through some exceptionally tough times — and should be returned to… Read more »
Letter To The Editor: Generosity after a call for donations overwhelming
Generosity after a call for donations overwhelming Editor, On Thursday and Friday, October 4-5, a plea for help was issued to citizens of Worcester County to bring much needed supplies that were needed in North Carolina for towns that were ravaged by the remnants of hurricane Helene. Large amounts of rain, wind and horrific flooding… Read more »
GM Viola provides updates on pavilion, other projects
By Tara Fischer Staff Writer (Oct. 3, 2024) Ocean Pines Association General Manager John Viola updated the community on neighborhood initiatives last week. The Veterans Memorial Pavilion is on track, and the work, which just recently began, is expected to be completed by Veterans Day. The initiative’s total cost is approximately $200,000. Viola maintained… Read more »
Liaisons appointed to Pines advisory board committees
By Tara Fischer Staff Writer (Oct. 3, 2024) Ocean Pines Association advisory board committee liaisons were named last week. Each OPA Board of Directors member is assigned an advisory committee to oversee and act as a branch between the two groups so that goals and initiatives may be accomplished. The updated appointments were announced on… Read more »
Pines volunteer fire issues safety month reminders
President stresses smoke alarms a must for residents to have throughout homes By Tara Fischer Staff Writer (Oct. 3, 2024) As fire prevention month kicks off, the Ocean Pines Volunteer Fire Department offered safety tips to the community last week. At the Saturday, Sept. 28, OPA Board of Directors meeting, OPVFD President Joe Enste… Read more »
Nichols wins in landslide in District 3
Council incumbent returns for another term along with Jack Orris, Mayor Tyndall By Tara Fischer Staff Writer (Oct. 3. 2024) The Berlin Town Council will remain as is. On Tuesday, Oct. 1, some Berlin voters headed to the polls to cast their ballots for the town’s only contested race, a match between District 3 incumbent… Read more »
Cell tower in Ocean Pines being discussed by officials
By Tara Fischer Staff Writer (Oct. 3, 2024) Ocean Pines leaders are discussing building a cell phone tower in the community to improve reception. At the Saturday, Sept. 28, meeting of the Ocean Pines Association Board of Directors, OPA Police Chief Tim Robinson said that he and General Manager John Viola have had “productive… Read more »