Berlin, Ocean Pines News Worcester County Bayside Gazette
James Russell Barrett Berlin James Russell Barrett (Russ), 61, of Berlin, a true life of the party and vibrant spirit, passed away on April 13, 2025. Russ was known for his contagious laugh, kindness, generosity and unwavering ability to turn any gathering into a celebration. Russ was born on January 19,1964 to the late James… Read more »
Hill verdict reaction The spectacular rise and fall of former Ocean Pines Association General Manager Brett Hill is the subject of numerous conversations this week, following his conviction in federal court on 16 counts of withholding payroll taxes but not paying it to the IRS. Hill became interim general manager in 2016 and resigned in… Read more »
Finally, deal is done It took over three years to get the deal done, but the town’s sale of one of the uglier pieces of the Heron Park property to developers Palmer and Sandy Gillis should prove to be worth the wait. Sooner would have been better, but you take what you can get and… Read more »
By Tara Fischer Staff Writer The proposed new shopping center to be anchored by a Giant supermarket continues to move through the approval process and now awaits the Baltimore District of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers’ assessment of its environmental impact. To that end, the Corps is seeking comment from the public and federal,… Read more »
By Brian Shane Staff Writer Worcester County’s outgoing schools chief says he’s considering a run for a seat on the county’s Board of Commissioners. Lou Taylor, superintendent of Worcester County Public Schools, revealed his potential post-career plans in a radio interview March 27 on radio station WOCM 98.1-FM, along with school board President Todd Ferrante…. Read more »
By Brian Shane Staff Writer Board members of the Atlantic General Hospital Corporation have voted overwhelmingly to proceed with their planned merger with TidalHealth. Out of 77 members present in person or by proxy for the March 27 meeting, there were 72 votes in favor of approving the merger transaction, and five votes in opposition,… Read more »
By Tara Fischer Staff Writer Last week, the Berlin Historic District Commission voted to table Taylor Bank’s ATM renovation project to allow the applicant time to present a new outline more in keeping with the town’s historic charm. A proposed renovation project would remove the ATM vestibule that currently sits at Taylor Bank in Berlin…. Read more »
By Tara Fischer Staff Writer The Ocean Pines Association’s Recreation and Parks Department is preparing to host Easter and spring events as the weather finally starts to warm up. Ocean Pines is once again hosting its annual Breakfast with the Easter Bunny to put kids and families into the holiday spirit. The occasion is set… Read more »
By Tara Fischer Staff Writer A new public parking lot planned for the corner of West and Washington streets in Berlin will not be paved and will likely be grass in its first season with only modest improvements. The Town of Berlin has struggled to increase its available parking supply for years. To remedy the… Read more »
By Tara Fischer Staff Writer After a successful run at their state competition, Worcester Technical High School’s SkillsUSA participants are gearing up for the national contest, where the students will display their real-world abilities as they compete against peers from across the country. This June, over 20 Worcester Tech students will travel to Atlanta, Georgia,… Read more »