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Berlin’s HDC approves plans for Burley Manor barn project

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By Rachel Ravina, Staff Writer (Oct. 10, 2019) The barn at Burley Manor is nearer to being restored to its former glory after receiving the support of the Berlin Historic District Commission last week. “This is your family heritage,” Commission member Mary Moore said to property owner Edward Hammond III after he presented plans for the… Read more »

Recent rabid raccoon marks 16th rabies case in county

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By Rachel Ravina, Staff Writer (Oct. 10, 2019) A rabid raccoon was captured last month at Decatur Farms, making this the 16th rabies case of 2019 in Worcester County. The raccoon was caught in a trap on Sept. 28 on Schooner Lane in the Decatur Farms neighborhood off Route 113 in Berlin, according to the Berlin… Read more »

Cars to rev engines as Fall Crusiers returns to Main St.

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By Rachel Ravina, Staff Writer (Oct. 10, 2019) Car enthusiasts can travel back in time and see restored vehicles during the 15th annual Fall Cruisers on Main Street in downtown Berlin. Larnet St. Amant, executive director of the Berlin Chamber of Commerce, said Main Street typically closes around 6 a.m. for the event. She added… Read more »

Berlin Electric Utility honored with safety commendation

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By Rachel Ravina, Staff Writer (Oct. 10, 2019) The Berlin Electric Utility received a safety commendation from the American Municipal Power Association at its annual conference last month in Columbus, Ohio. “When we deal with high voltage electricity, we have a lot of safety regulations that we have to follow to make sure that nobody… Read more »

Berlin Parks Commission talks status of Heron Park closure

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By Rachel Ravina, Staff Writer (Oct. 10, 2019) Heron Park remains closed with no definite timeline to reopen, Administrative Services Director Mary Bohlen told members of the Berlin Parks Commission last Tuesday. “Temporarily closed” signs, large traffic cones and caution tape continue to block the entrance of the site on Old Ocean City Boulevard. The… Read more »

Monster Mash art show to get Berlin in Halloween spirit

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By Rachel Ravina, Staff Writer (Oct. 10, 2019) Art novices and enthusiasts can get into the Halloween spirit this Friday during the Monster Mash art show on Friday in downtown Berlin. Curator Pete Mueller said about 15 artists will present their pieces at the show, which will take place from 6-9 p.m. at The Globe… Read more »

Two people arrested after Berlin traffic stop

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By Rachel Ravina, Staff Writer (Oct. 10, 2019) Two people were arrested on drug charges after a traffic stop last month off Route 113 in Berlin, the Maryland State Police Berlin Barrack said. Samuel Gustavo Mirkin, 49, of Baltimore, and May Hong Do, 37, of Pikesville, Maryland were charged with possession of more than 10 grams of… Read more »

Main St. home to get new fencing

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By Rachel Ravina, Staff Writer (Oct. 10, 2019) A home on South Main Street in Berlin will soon have a white picket fence following the unanimous approval of members of the town’s Historic District Commission last Wednesday. Homeowner Adam Davis proposed reconfiguring his driveway on 23 S. Main St. to create enough space to accommodate… Read more »

Compliance issues referred to Bylaws Committee

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By Greg Ellison Staff Writer (Oct. 10, 2019) Curtailing time frames for Ocean Pines Association members to address aesthetic violations is the intent of the proposed amendments to compliance resolutions  and architectural guidelines discussed during the board of directors’ meeting last Wednesday. Board member Frank Daly said the goal is implementing policies and procedures for… Read more »

Electronic sign talks send back to committee

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By Greg Ellison Staff Writer (Oct. 10, 2019) After vetting a proposal to replace 13 marquees that require manual updating with a pair of digital message signs, the Ocean Pines Association Board of Directors returned the matter to the Communication Committee to assess their costs and zoning limitations. The Communication Committee broached the topic during… Read more »