Berlin, Ocean Pines News Worcester County Bayside Gazette
By Tara Fischer Staff Writer Nearly every establishment in Berlin will welcome patrons with delicious eats and great deals during the town’s tenth annual Restaurant Week. This year’s multiday event will run from Jan. 19 to Jan. 26. Starting this Monday, the town’s eateries will curate reimagined menus and discounts—with the intention of not breaking… Read more »
New legislation requires towns to allow accessory dwellings By Tara Fischer Staff Writer The Berlin mayor and Town Council began early discussions this week on how the town will comply with a new state mandate requiring local governments to allow accessory dwelling units (ADUs), noting that months of work and public comment are ahead. Mayor… Read more »
By Tara Fischer Staff Writer Although the town’s New Year’s Eve ball drop drew a strong turnout, the mayor and Town Council on Monday wondered if a later start time or additional activities could enhance the event and encourage visitors to stay downtown longer. Councilmember Steve Green (the executive editor of this paper), noted that… Read more »
By Tara Fischer Staff Writer The Maryland State Firefighters’ Association (MSFA) is relocating its annual parade from Ocean City to downtown Berlin this summer, citing a consistent decline in participation over the past few years. With Councilmember Shaneka Nichols and Vice President Dean Burrell absent, the Berlin Council unanimously approved a special event request this… Read more »
Patricia Farry Stewart Berlin Patricia Farry Stewart, 89, affectionately known as “Patsy,” passed away on Tuesday Dec. 23 in Berlin. Patsy was born and raised in Wilmington, Delaware, daughter of the late George J. Farry and May Farry. Patsy was a graduate of Ursuline Academy in Wilmington. She was a popular student known not only… Read more »
Phil Scruggs Ocean City Family and friends are devastated to announce the passing of our adored Phil Scruggs at the age of 53. Phil was one of the kindest, good-hearted souls you could ever meet. He loved his books, his dream car/Firebird, and his grandfather’s “Pristine Lincoln.” Few people on the planet knew more about… Read more »
County should halt overdevelopment Editor, (The following letter was sent to the Worcester County Commissioners for inclusion in the public hearing concerning the proposed housing and retail development along Route 589.) I am writing to submit a formal complaint regarding the ongoing and excessive overdevelopment along the Route 589 corridor and surrounding areas. As a… Read more »
Berlin will bring new life to fire co. parade The Maryland State Firefighters’ Association and the Town of Berlin — once people see the trucks, cars and specialty vehicles, as well as the marching units from 150-160 volunteer fire companies and departments, they will wonder why the annual parade hasn’t been held here every year…. Read more »
Donna Marie Atwell Cavallaro Ocean Pines Donna Marie Atwell Cavallaro, 71, of Ocean Pines, passed away on Dec. 18, 2025, surrounded by loved ones. Born on Nov. 20, 1954, in Philadelphia, she was the daughter of the late Donald Atwell and Anne Grady Atwell. Raised in the Westbrook Park section of Upper Darby, she was… Read more »
OPA members should attend next town hall Considering that members of the Ocean Pines Association had already agreed to chip in up to $3.4 million to help the Ocean Pines Volunteer Fire Department build a new southside fire station and that this contribution would require an increase in the annual assessment, no one is surprised… Read more »