Stakeholders watching school board closely moving ahead Editor, Congratulations to Elena McComas on her successful run for the Worcester County school board. She ran a campaign supported by at least three strong political clubs, committees and unions backing her along with two local newspapers. Elena is a friend of mine. While we both enjoy a… Read more »
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Letter To The Editor: Congratulations to both school board candidates
Congratulations to both school board candidates Editor, The Worcester County Board of Education District 5 race demonstrated our community’s dedication and commitment to education. Elena McComas, reelected with 54% of the vote, demonstrated her strong connection to the community and her track record of leadership on the board. Her campaign highlighted her experience, her understanding… Read more »
Jennifer Lynn Humphries
Jennifer Lynn Humphries Berlin Jennifer Lynn Humphries, age 52, passed away on Tuesday, Nov. 19, 2024, at Tidal Health in Salisbury, surrounded by family. Born in Montgomery County, she was the daughter of Barbara Helme Humphries, Howard Humphries and devoted stepmother, Kathleen Humphries. In addition, she is survived by her two sisters, Janet Humphries Konnick,… Read more »
Judge Gerald Purnell retires from District Court bench; Replacement process underway
By Brian Shane Staff Writer Judge Gerald V. Purnell, the Eastern Shore’s first African-American District Court judge, has retired after an 18-year career on the bench. His last day was August 31, according to online records. Purnell was appointed by former Gov. Robert Ehrlich and began his judgeship in 2006. Of the seven people who… Read more »
Developer alters Oceans East site plan’s 2nd phase
By Tara Fischer Staff Writer The Berlin Planning Commission approved revisions to the Oceans East site plan building mix and density at the body’s meeting last week. On Wednesday, Nov. 13, the municipality’s planning group unanimously green-lit modifications to Seahawk Road’s Oceans East project, a luxury apartment initiative across from Stephen Decatur Middle School. Rather… Read more »
Holiday events announced for Ocean Pines area; Christmas tree lighting planned at park Nov. 30
By Tara Fischer Staff Writer The Ocean Pines Association is gearing up to offer residents an array of holiday and Christmas-themed events as the festive season approaches. The Ocean Pines Recreation and Parks Department’s Hometown Christmas Tree Lighting is returning for its 14th year. On Saturday, Nov. 30, at 6:30 p.m. at White Horse Park,… Read more »
Berlin shuffles ARPA funds to parking issue; Former Rails and Trails line item of $64K will now be set aside to address supply
By Tara Fischer Staff Writer The Berlin Town Council agreed to reallocate remaining American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds set aside for other capital projects to be moved to downtown parking efforts. At the governing body’s Tuesday, Nov. 12 meeting, Berlin Mayor Zack Tyndall recommended that the council agree to reallocate chunks of remaining money… Read more »
OPA, Garden Club project aims to attract beneficial insects to new plant beds
By Tara Fischer Staff Writer The Ocean Pines Association continues to prioritize its environmental impact and beautification efforts by installing pollinator garden beds on Ocean Parkway medians. Pollinator gardens are essential to the health of the ecosystem. They aid the survival of pollinating insects, like bees, through attraction by planting flora that produces pollen and… Read more »
Berlin approves change to start time of meetings
By Tara Fischer Staff Writer Per a motion made and approved last week, Berlin Mayor and Council meetings will now begin at 6 p.m., moving up an hour from the previously established start time of 7 p.m. Councilmember Steve Green suggested modifying the time at which meetings begin at the Berlin Town Council’s Tuesday, Nov…. Read more »
Microtel wins support vital to continuing forward; Project’s revised concept earns commission backing
By Tara Fischer Staff Writer Developers for the proposed Microtel Inn and Suites by Wyndham received the approval they needed last week to continue moving forward. In what was at least the fourth appearance before the body in the last year, the Microtel representatives presented a revised concept plan to the Berlin Planning Commission once… Read more »