By Josh Davis, Associate Editor (Nov. 29, 2018) The Berlin Mayor and Council discussed the following items during a public meeting at Town Hall on Monday: Traffic concerns Councilman Elroy Brittingham said he is still concerned about traffic patterns coming out of the new Ocean’s East apartment complex and onto Seahawk Road, near Stephen Decatur High… Read more »
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Preconstruction has begun on new Showell Elementary
By Morgan Pilz, Staff Writer (Nov. 29, 2018) Bill Moschler of Oak Contracting, LLC presented an update on construction activities for the new $47 million Showell Elementary School at the Worcester County Public Schools Board of Education meeting, last Tuesday. “Work has been completed in the last 30 days,” Moschler said. “The perimeter construction fence has… Read more »
Girl Scouts efforts again benefit local cancer care center
By Josh Davis, Associate Editor (Nov. 29, 2018) Local Girl Scouts from Troop 736 continued their charitable efforts last week, as they presented cancer care items to the staff at the new John H. “Jack” Burbage Jr. Regional Cancer Care Center in Berlin. In September, Troop 736 presented 100 cancer care kits to staff at the… Read more »
Gilbert’s Provisions reopens on Main Street
By Josh Davis, Associate Editor (Nov. 29, 2018) Gilbert’s Provisions, Berlin’s home for charcuterie, cheese and fermented goods, reopened last week on Main Street after moving from its original location a few blocks away on Commerce Street. The shop was closed for nearly two months as owner Toby Gilbert and a few friends worked to remodel… Read more »
Viking Tree opening brought family closer
By Josh Davis, Associate Editor (Nov. 29, 2019) The Viking Tree Trading Co. opened last week on 114 North Main Street in Berlin and already has become a family affair for the Brushmillers. Bryan Brushmiller, who owns and operates the Burley Oak Brewing Company and Burley Café in Berlin, bought the building last year. It was… Read more »
Public can weigh in during school board budget meeting
By Morgan Pilz, Staff Writer (Nov. 29, 2018) Those wishing to have a say in the fiscal year 2020 Worcester County Board of Education budget are encouraged to attend a public budget input meeting, scheduled for Tuesday, Dec. 4 at 7 p.m. at the Board of Education Central Office in Newark. “The public budget input meeting… Read more »
Carving to be installed at Veterans Memorial
By Morgan Pilz, Staff Writer (Nov. 22, 2018) A recently-completed wooden carving of a battlefield cross, consisting of a rifle, helmet and combat boots, will find a new home at the Worcester County Veterans Memorial on Racetrack Road in Ocean Pines, this May. Marine Corps veteran Anthony Marquez has dedicated his life to commemorating gold star… Read more »
Kurtz family honors son with Kindness Award
By Morgan Pilz, Staff Writer (Nov. 22, 2018) The Kurtz family, who tragically lost their son a year ago, created the inaugural Matt Kurtz Kindness Award to honor individuals who help spread a positive life outlook. Matt Kurtz (1985-2017) was a Worcester County resident who was known for constant acts of kindness, according to his mother,… Read more »
Trader restaurant earns planning approval
By Josh Davis, Associate Editor (Nov. 22, 2018) John Trader’s pitch to the Berlin Planning Commission last Wednesday was received about as well as first-rate barbecue and cold beer. Trader, the owner of Liquid Assets in Ocean City and Our Harvest in Fenwick Island, wants to put a 145-seat barbecue restaurant and bar on the site… Read more »
Berlin and OC churches to host Thanksgiving dinners
By Morgan Pilz, Staff Writer (Nov. 22, 2018) Area residents and guests can skip the tedious process of making Thanksgiving dinner and instead, enjoy a full holiday meal prepared by one of two local churches next Thursday. For the 40th year, the Ocean City Baptist Church will host its annual Thanksgiving dinner at the North Division… Read more »