Berlin, Ocean Pines News Worcester County Bayside Gazette
Globe’s design approved, but subject gets changed By Ally Lanasa, Staff Writer (Oct. 15, 2020) The proposal of a sign for The Globe at 12 Broad St. led to a heated discussion about the dumpster in the rear of the restaurant at the Berlin Historic District Commission meeting on Oct. 7. The commission approved a… Read more »
By Paul Suplee, MBA, CEC, PC-3 Well, so far most people think that I am completely insane. Single father, full-time professor, columnist, owner of a restaurant and now I want to open a new one? The answer is yes. I am flattered and humbled at the reaction that I have received upon announcing the opening… Read more »
Annual beer fest will occur but with social distancing practiced throughout area By Ally Lanasa, Staff Writer (Oct. 15, 2020) “Oans, zwoa, drei, g’suffa!” as the Bavarians say during Oktoberfest. It’s also an expression local beer lovers might employ — “One, two, three, drink!” — during the ninth annual Oktoberfest in Berlin this Saturday from… Read more »
By Ally Lanasa, Staff Writer (Oct. 15, 2020) Coastal Wisdom, a new nonprofit based in Ocean Pines, aims to educate families about the land, culture and heritage of Maryland’s Eastern Shore communities to cultivate responsibility for where they live. “We believe that community and a sense of belonging to place is essential to our well-being,”… Read more »
By Ally Lanasa, Staff Writer (Oct. 15, 2020) Although the Berlin Farmers Market ended on Sept. 27, regulars can still enjoy baked goods and local products downtown on Sundays. Baked Dessert Café, 4 Bay St., is now open on Sundays from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. with market day special deals on sweet and savory… Read more »
New mayor and council sworn into office in Berlin By Ally Lanasa, Staff Writer (Oct. 15, 2020) New Berlin Mayor Zackery Tyndall honored his predecessor, Gee Williams, on Tuesday with a proclamation and a shadow box presenting a gavel and sound block. Gary Moore of Anchor Wood Creations said the shadow box was built with… Read more »
By Ally Lanasa, Staff Writer (Oct. 15, 2020) The owner of Boxcar40, an American restaurant, is scheduled to open a second location in downtown Berlin in mid-December at 104 N. Main St, depending on permitting. “I’ve always wanted to own a restaurant in Berlin, and I love the town. I love the people,” said Paul… Read more »
By Greg Ellison Staff Writer (Oct. 8, 2020) After selling his home in barely a week’s time, Director Steve Tuttle informed the OPA Board this week he would resign after the group’s next meeting on Oct. 17. OPA President Larry Perrone said selecting a replacement for Tuttle, who was elected in 2018 and is up… Read more »
By Greg Ellison (Oct. 8, 2020) Return on investment and liability concerns were raised during a meeting last Wednesday on the proposed expansion of boat slips at the Ocean Pines Yacht Club. Recreation and Parks Director Debbie Donahue opened the meeting at the Ocean Pines Community Center, where a small contingent of slip holders gathered… Read more »
By Greg Ellison (Oct. 8, 2020) Ocean Pines Association budget numbers remained in the black during August, albeit at a lower level than in July. OPA August financials, which were not available during the most recent Board meeting, on Sept. 9, indicated the operating fund closed out ahead of budget by $61,250 for the month,… Read more »