Berlin, Ocean Pines News Worcester County Bayside Gazette
Gabriel P. Litten Newark Gabriel “Gabe” Preston Litten, of Newark, passed away unexpectedly at his home on Thursday, June 25 at the age of 55. Born on February 16, 1971, Gabe was known for his strong work ethic, his devotion to family, and his deep love for his grandchildren, who were truly the light of… Read more »
Anita C. Roberts Ocean Pines Anita Claire Roberts, age 74, passed away on June 12, 2026, in Baltimore, Maryland. Born in Perth Amboy, New Jersey on September 7, 1951, she was the daughter of the late Joe Miller and Claire (Mensinger) Miller. Anita grew up in Perth Amboy, New Jersey, and never lost her love… Read more »
James E. Welsch Bishopville It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of James E. Welsch, of Bishopville, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and dedicated educator, who departed this life on June 23, 2026, at the age of 83. He was born on August 2, 1942, in Baltimore to the late John Welsch and… Read more »
Govt. vs. freedom requires balancing Even though the Declaration of Independence was presented to the Continental Congress 250 years ago, Americans still argue over its most fundamental question: how much power should a central government hold over the states and the people? After the 13 colonies broke free from British rule, they operated as a… Read more »
Congratulations go to Tuesday’s victors Congratulations to the winners, and in some cases, the survivors, of Tuesday’s primary elections in Worcester County. For them, the race is over and the contest is won. Facing no opposition in the general election this fall, these victors from Tuesday will begin serving on the Worcester County Board of… Read more »
By Tara Fischer Staff Writer (June 18, 2026) Ocean Pines homeowners will have the opportunity to cast their votes for the community’s board of directors beginning next week, as ballots for the Ocean Pines Association’s annual election are slated to be distributed on Monday. Five candidates are competing for three seats on the seven-member Ocean… Read more »
Maryland firefighters hope relocating event to Berlin will boost participation By Tara Fischer Staff Writer (June 18, 2026) Firefighters from across the state will travel through the Town of Berlin this weekend as part of the annual Maryland State Firefighters Association Parade. In a move that steers the event off its usual Ocean City route,… Read more »
By Tara Fischer Staff Writer (June 18, 2026) The Berlin mayor and Town Council last week approved a request from the Berlin Chamber of Commerce to change the dates of the 2026 Fiddlers Convention and to confirm plans for the return of the town’s Jazz and Blues event in 2027. The date change comes after… Read more »
y Tara Fischer Staff Writer (June 18, 2026) Candidates for the Ocean Pines Association Board of Directors election had the opportunity to appeal to voters last Saturday at the association’s questions-and-answers forum. The five association homeowners who are vying for the three board seats up for election this year, responded to inquiries from the OPA… Read more »
Slow down and just pay attention Editor: As a resident of Ocean Pines who lives on a side street — in the past two weeks there have been four preventable driving-related fatalities in my neighborhood. Two squirrels, a young rabbit and today a large red-headed woodpecker have crossed paths with residents driving at excessive speeds…. Read more »