By Brian Shane Staff Writer A new initiative is underway to standardize traffic accident protocols across Worcester County police agencies, one that aims to produce more streamlined investigations. Starting in March, monthly meetings will be held among crash evaluators to share techniques and improve investigations, according to Worcester County State’s Attorney Kristin Heiser. Her office… Read more »
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Café Berlin owners excited for new chapter on Main St.
By Tara Fischer Staff Writer The Town of Berlin’s On What Grounds? has officially transitioned to Cafe Berlin with new ownership and new items, like macarons. Christina and Michael Ewing, who moved to Worcester County from Carroll County in the fall of 2022, officially purchased On What Grounds? on Main Street last month. The couple… Read more »
Potential cannabis events concern officials; Mitrecic: ‘We need to get out in front of it … to stop these events …’ in county
Brian Shane Staff Writer Smoke-free cannabis consumption lounges, and events where cannabis vendors could offer single-serving products direct to consumers, are both being considered under legislation now pending with Maryland state lawmakers. Maryland’s nascent cannabis marketplace, already a billion-dollar industry, moves mostly combustible products that are consumed by smoking. Now, the state’s cannabis oversight agency… Read more »
Racquet sports fans against combo deal; Sports’ director says more revenue necessary to pay for needed improvements
By Tara Fischer Staff Writer Racquet sports players in Ocean Pines continue to oppose the transition from separate rates to a single, multi-sport membership choice and the increased prices as a result. In an effort to increase revenue and avoid logistical headaches, Ocean Pines has opted to eliminate the various membership options and instead offer… Read more »
Disc golf course will get safety changes; Improvements to be made to protect pedestrians out on course as others play
By Tara Fischer Staff Writer Ahead of a disc golf tournament next month, the Berlin Town Council approved changes to the course at Stephen Decatur Park to improve pedestrian safety and appeal to beginners. Eastbound Disc Golf representatives came before the Berlin mayor and Town Council at the body’s Monday, Feb. 10 meeting to request… Read more »
Briddell family recognizes Berlin officials’ support
By Tara Fischer Staff Writer Mayor Zack Tyndall and Berlin council members were honored this week with the Briddell Family Foundation Service Award for the body’s dedication to the small town community. Co-founder of the foundation, Kwanza Briddell, and her father, Walter Briddell, a member of the group’s board of directors, were present at the… Read more »
Jeffrey Alan Fluharty
Jeffrey Alan Fluharty Berlin Jeffrey Alan Fluharty, born Oct. 10, 1967, passed away Feb. 2, 2025. Jeff’s legacy continues to live on in the lives he touched and the memories he created, a true testament to a life well-lived and deeply cherished. Jeff is survived by his wife Holly Hogan, his mother Diane Fluharty, his… Read more »
Pamela Louise Holbrook
Pamela Louise Holbrook Parsonsburg Pamela Louise Holbrook (Pam) of Parsonsburg passed away suddenly at Tidal Health Hospital on Feb. 3, 2025. She was born on January 15, 1951 to John Roy and Barbara Holbrook. She was a graduate of Nathan Bedford Forest High School in Jacksonville, Fla. Pam had worked various jobs over the years,… Read more »
Joseph F. Palmisano
Joseph F. Palmisano Ocean Pines On Jan. 24, 2025, Joseph F. Palmisano, M.D., 97, of Baltimore and Ocean Pines, passed away peacefully. Joseph Palmisano, son of Frank C. and Mary J. Palmisano, was born the seventh of nine children in Shamokin, Pennsylvania on March 14, 1927. At age 13, the family moved to Baltimore, where… Read more »
02/13/2025 Bayside Editorial: In defense of one fee for racquet members
In defense of one fee for racquet members There’s nothing like a change in the structure of fees to rile the crowd that’s paying them. Almost any increase is too much whether it’s for a Netflix subscription, the cost of admission to national parks or, in Ocean Pines, a Racquet Club membership. It came as… Read more »