(Jan. 11, 2018) The home of Pamela Foltz, located at 10 Quarter Staff Place in Ocean Pines, shines bright as the first-place winner in the annual “Light Up the Pines” house decorating contest. Foltz decorated her home with festive holiday lights, ribbons and wreaths. Doors, windows and trees were all brightly lit. Second place goes… Read more »
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Live jazz and blues concert coming soon to Germantown
By Josh Davis, Associate Editor (Jan. 11, 2018) Tickets are on sale for the second annual jazz and blues concert at the Germantown School Community Heritage Center in Berlin, Saturday, Jan. 20. The success of last year’s inaugural event far exceeded expectations, organizer Barbara Purnell said. “We’re going to try to keep it going, if… Read more »
Berlin Restaurant Week continues through Sunday
By Kara Hallissey, Staff Writer (Jan. 11, 2018) Berlin’s third annual Restaurant Week is in full swing, with more than a dozen establishments offering discounted prices on popular and unique menu items. “It’s nice to see everyone out and about during what is normally a slow dining week,” said Ivy Wells, economic and community development… Read more »
Father-daughter swim event
(Jan. 11, 2018) Dads and their daughters are invited to a special swim event created just for them on Friday, Jan. 12 from 6-8 p.m. at the indoor Sports Core Pool, located at 11144 Cathell Rd. in Ocean Pines. A new offering by Ocean Pines Aquatics, the Father-Daughter Swim will include crafts, a keepsake photo… Read more »
Letters to the Editor
Thanks for support Editor, As many of you know, our home on Main Street burned on Dec. 12. By the grace of God, none of us were home at the time and we are all safe. What was lost can be rebuilt, the adversity can be overcome. We as a family could never have anticipated… Read more »
P.W. are unsung heroes
Most people have no idea who the public works and utility crews are in their towns and communities, or what they do beyond provide services they take for granted — until a pipe bursts or a street is impassible because of repairs, maintenance or construction. They don’t realize, except every other year or so, the… Read more »
Berlin recognizes Pop Warner Super Bowl champions
By Brian Gilliland, Associate Editor (Jan. 11, 2018) The Berlin Town Council lauded its national champion junior varsity Pop Warner football team during its first 2018 meeting Monday night, presenting the squad with a $500 check to fund a barbecue celebration once warmer weather comes. Each member of the team and coaching staff was presented… Read more »
Guests try out equipment and get class info
(Jan. 11, 2018) Area residents had the chance to test the waters as well as a variety of aquatic fitness equipment and classes during a free open house at the Sports Core Pool, Jan. 7 from 2-4 p.m. Despite the snow-covered roads, dozens of people came out for the event, which included instructor-led mini classes… Read more »
Insurance increases cause budget adjustment
By Josh Davis, Associate Editor (Jan. 11, 2018) The skyrocketing health insurance costs in Pocomoke that drove a budget overage of $162,000 in the first six months of fiscal year 2018 led to a budget amendment Monday that cut funding across the board in all other departments. Finance Director Janet Wilson said several members of… Read more »
Pines yacht club closed as more mold found
By Josh Davis, Associate Editor (Jan. 11, 2018) The discovery of mold at the Ocean Pines Yacht Club apparently has led to the club’s closing for up to three months and numerous staff layoffs. A press release issued last Friday said the club, its restaurant and banquet facility were closed “after a recent inspection revealed… Read more »