Berlin, Ocean Pines News Worcester County Bayside Gazette
First phase complete, next round must wait By Rachel Ravina, Staff Writer (Aug. 1, 2019) The second phase of a study looking into Berlin’s parking has apparently been moved to the back burner for the time being as town officials cite financial concerns. “We don’t have money in the budget to complete the second phase of… Read more »
By Rachel Ravina, Staff Writer (Aug. 1, 2019) Community members of all ages can anticipate an evening of food, games and music with the Berlin Police Department during National Night Out next Tuesday. “This is not a kids’ event, and it’s far from it, it’s a family-fun event,” said Chief Arnold Downing. Members of the Berlin… Read more »
By Rachel Ravina, Staff Writer (Aug. 1, 2019) Belinda “Bee” Miller, the new executive director of Diakonia Inc., found herself back in familiar territory. Miller, 52, first had the leadership job from 1995-2003. After some time out of state, she returned to Worcester County in mid-June to work for the nonprofit. Miller was born in… Read more »
By Rachel Ravina, Staff Writer (Aug. 1, 2019) Berlin’s days of the peach and prosperity will be celebrated Saturday, when the town stages its 11th annual Peach Festival from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on the lawn of the Calvin B. Taylor House Museum. The event recalls the glory years of the Harrison peach orchards,… Read more »
By Rachel Ravina, Staff Writer (Aug. 1, 2019) Girls entering sixth and seventh grade looking to learn about life skills and build self-confidence are eligible to participate in a free camp this month at the Worcester County Health Department. The Just for Girls program will take place from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. from Aug…. Read more »
By Rachel Ravina, Staff Writer (Aug. 1, 2019) It’s the 20th anniversary of the romantic comedy, “Runaway Bride,” and Berlin has planned a month-long celebration for it. It’s the first time festivities have been planned to recognize the 1999 movie that was filmed in town, said Ivy Wells, Berlin’s economic and community development director. In… Read more »
By Morgan Pilz, Staff Writer (Aug. 1, 2019) The Ocean Pines Police Department will focus on crime prevention and community partnerships during its second annual National Night Out event next Tuesday, Aug. 6, from 5-7 p.m. at White Horse Park on 235 Ocean Parkway. An estimated 30 groups plan to attend the free block party… Read more »
By Morgan Pilz, Staff Writer (Aug. 1, 2019) Ocean Pines continues to see positive financial results this fiscal year, as the association is $253,874 ahead of budget for the first two months of the year, with revenues $67,234 higher than budgeted and expenses $15,632 over budget, according to General Manager John Viola. In the monthly… Read more »
By Alexis Yovanno, Intern (Aug. 2, 2019) Farmers and more than 2,000 festival goers will gather for the 21st annual Blessing of the Combines, this Saturday, on Bank, Washington and Green streets in Snow Hill. Each year during the event a blessing is bestowed upon the farmers for a safe and good harvest season. Attendees… Read more »
By Morgan Pilz, Staff Writer (Aug. 1, 2019) With topics ranging from adding crosswalks to busy intersections to counting the number of geese this year, the Ocean Pines Environment and Natural Assets Committee had several topics to cover during its monthly meeting last Wednesday. Committee Chairman Tom Janasek discussed several projects for the future, including… Read more »