Berlin, Ocean Pines News Worcester County Bayside Gazette
By Ally Lanasa, Staff Writer (June 18, 2020) Tyheim Bowen, whose brother, Tymeir Dennis, was struck and killed by a Maryland State Police car in 2013, has started a petition on change.org to reopen the court case about the crash on Route 113 that November. On Nov. 8, 2013 at about 8:02 p.m., brothers Bowen… Read more »
By Ally Lanasa, Staff Writer (June 18, 2020) The Berlin Planning Commission’s review of a site plan for the i.g. Burton Chevrolet dealership last Wednesday resulted in no action, as the commission awaits to see a final version of it before passing judgment. The new dealership building on Old Ocean City Boulevard in Berlin is… Read more »
By Ally Lanasa, Staff Writer (June 18, 2020) Worcester County Library is hosting a film series called Seclusion Cinema that invites people to explore a new medium during their time in isolation. “We thought this idea might encourage people to try something new and share their creativity,” said Worcester County Library Director Jennifer Ranck. All… Read more »
By Ally Lanasa, Staff Writer He still sings bass harmony as chorus members deliver some of his favorite songs (June 18, 2020) Snow Hill resident Leslie John Munro had a big day Monday, complete with a parade, honors, and recognition for having accomplished what most people can’t even contemplate: he celebrated his 108th birthday. About… Read more »
By Morgan Pilz Calvin B. Taylor House will reopen in beginning of July; online activities still offered (June 18, 2020) Having skipped its traditional Memorial Day weekend opening because of statewide health-safety restrictions, the Calvin B. Taylor Museum will reopen to the public at the beginning of July. The restored 19th century house-turned-museum has been… Read more »
By Ally Lanasa, Staff Writer (June 18, 2020) The Berlin Planning Commission unanimously approved the proposed second phase of Oceans East apartment complex on Seahawk Road last Wednesday. During the first phase of construction, 180 garden-style apartments were built. The Phase 2 site plan features 154 additional units, including 132 apartments in five buildings, 22… Read more »
By Ally Lanasa, Staff Writer A Little Bit Sheepish owner to retire next month after being impacted by covid (June 18, 2020) A Little Bit Sheepish on South Main Street in Berlin is having a storewide sale after owner Brenda Trice announced the yarn shop would be closing on July 15. Trice made the announcement… Read more »
The trio of entrants running in the Ocean Pines Association’s 2020 Board of Directors election convened on Friday for an arbitrary draw to determine final ballot order and seating arrangements for a Candidate Forum on June 17. The final order found incumbents Dr. Colette Horn and Doug Parks in first and second respectively, followed by… Read more »
By Morgan Pilz, Staff Writer (June 11, 2020) The Berlin Historic District Commission approved some major changes to several buildings in downtown after agreeing to some compromises it believes will benefit the town’s image. The commission looked over renovation plans for properties owned by Jack Burbage, which include storefronts on Pitts Street and Main Street…. Read more »
By Morgan Pilz, Staff Writer (June 11, 2020) With Gov. Larry Hogan’s decision to allow restaurants to have limited outdoor seating last week, several Berlin operators have taken advantage of the situation to ensure their businesses continue to flourish. Economic and Community Development Director Ivy Wells worked with multiple residents around the town to accommodate… Read more »