By Josh Davis, Associate Editor (Oct. 11, 2018) A new “Pain Rehabilitation Program” at Atlantic General Hospital in Berlin hopes to make life better for patients suffering from chronic pain. According to the National Institutes of Health, chronic pain affects more Americans than diabetes, heart disease and cancer combined. It is a leading cause of disability… Read more »
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Route 589 closure causing traffic ‘headaches’
By Josh Davis, Associate Editor (Oct. 12, 2018) A complete closure of Route 589 in Ocean Pines began on Monday and is scheduled to last “up to eight weeks,” according to the State Highway Administration. Backed up traffic is apparently causing some havoc for motorists. The closure was said to be along Route 589 at Turnville… Read more »
Snow Hill Mayor Charlie Dorman resigns
By Josh Davis, Associate Editor (Oct. 12, 2018) Snow Hill Mayor Charlie Dorman said no one knew he was planning to resign, but that’s what he did at the Town Council meeting on Tuesday. “All their mouths flew open,” Dorman said on Wednesday. “It’s just about time, that’s all,” he continued. “I made a statement and… Read more »
Gerardi property added to town growth area
By Josh Davis, Associate Editor (Oct. 11, 2018) Public interest was slightly less than expected Tuesday night, as the Berlin Town Council voted 4-1 to pave the way for the annexation and development of a new “Berlin Gateway” on Route 50 by adding three parcels of land to its growth area. The property owner, Ernie Gerardi,… Read more »
Expanded ‘Move Over’ law impacts local drivers
By Josh Davis, Associate Editor (Oct. 4, 2018) Maryland Drivers should be on the lookout for vehicles with flashing yellow lights, as well as emergency vehicles, because of the expanded “Move Over Law” that took effect Oct. 1. According to a press release from the State Highway Administration, Maryland’s “Move Over” law now includes transportation, service… Read more »
Foultz’s ‘Two Steps Forward’ memoir gets film adaptation
By Josh Davis, Associate Editor (Oct. 4, 2018) Local icon Anna Foultz is about to be in pictures. A Texas-based media company has acquired the film rights to Foultz’ memoir “Two Steps Forward” and hopes to begin production next year ahead of an international release near the end of 2019. According to an official description of… Read more »
Fall Cruisers will motor into downtown Berlin, Saturday
By Josh Davis, Associate Editor (Oct. 4, 2018) Rare, vintage and other types of classic cars and trucks will line the streets of downtown Berlin on Saturday, during the annual Fall Cruisers event hosted by the Berlin Chamber of Commerce. Chamber Executive Director Larnet St. Amant expects several hundred participants during what is the final major… Read more »
Berlin ‘Touch a Truck Day,’ Saturday at Decatur Park
By Josh Davis, Associate Editor (Oct. 4, 2018) Children ages 8 to 80 should find something to play with, on, or simply to marvel at during the return of the annual Berlin Touch a Truck Day at Stephen Decatur Park on Saturday. Each year, organizers bring large utility vehicles and provide demonstrations. “Touch a Truck is… Read more »
Girl Scout drive scheduled for Oct. 14 in Ocean Pines
By Josh Davis, Associate Editor (Oct. 4, 2018) Ocean Pines resident Anna Foultz, reportedly the oldest active Girl Scout in the United States, is inviting new and potential scouts to attend an educational event, Sunday, Oct. 14 at 2 p.m. at the Ocean Pines Fire Station. Ocean Pines Police Chief David Massey and a representative from… Read more »
Cheesy shrimp and grits with garlic kale
By Paul Suplee The holiday season is upon us, and no I am not referring to the plethora of Christmas vacations already popping up on store shelves across our great land. I accept this egregious exploitation of commercialism and will personally stay my desires to decorate for the holiday until Thanksgiving weekend. No, for now… Read more »