(Sept. 28, 2017) Members of the Ocean Pines Association Board and new General Manager John Bailey acknowledged a slew of problems existed and needed to be addressed, but a general sense of optimism prevailed during a nearly eight-hour orientation meeting, last Friday. “We now have a complete team. This is the team that’s going to… Read more »
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Costa tops 2017 Paint Berlin list of award winners
(Sept. 28, 2017) Mateus Costa from Cheltenham, Pennsylvania impressed during the annual Paint Berlin reception at the Worcester County Arts Council on Saturday, earning first prize and $1,000 for his oil painting, “St. Paul’s Church.” The painting also took home three additional awards: Maryland Legislators Choice, Artists Choice and WCAC Board of Directors Choice. Each… Read more »
Benefit for Kim Poole this Sunday at Globe in Berlin
(Sept. 28, 2017) Gathering community support – following a near-fatal car accident on Aug. 9 involving Ocean Pines resident Kim Poole – is the focus of the “Poolin’ It Together For Kim” benefit this Sunday at The Globe in Berlin from 3-6 p.m. Marla Robertson, of 98.1 WOCM Irie Radio, has organized the benefit for… Read more »
Grand jury indicts Holland for theft
(Sept. 28, 2017) Former Snow Hill Account Clerk Erica Holland, 32, was indicted by a Worcester County Grand Jury for felony theft over $100,000 on Tuesday. The case, which was referred to the Maryland Office of the State Prosecutor by the Worcester County State’s Attorney’s Office, is being handled by State Prosecutor Emmet Davitt. In… Read more »
Several ordinances to be considered during Oct. 2 mtg.
(Sept. 28, 2017) The Pocomoke City Council is scheduled to hold second readings and could approve of a trio of ordinances related to housing standards during the next council meeting, Oct. 2 at 6:30 p.m. First readings for the ordinances occurred during the previous council meeting, last Monday. During that meeting Dan Brandewie, housing and… Read more »
Town of Berlin and tattoo enthusiasts reach compromise
(Sept. 28, 2017) The Berlin Town Council unanimously approved a 120-day moratorium on tattoo or microblading businesses on Monday night, while also establishing a committee, to be led by Town Administrator Laura Allen, to draft town code addressing the practices. Acclaimed tattoo artist and Berlin resident Matthew Amey will likely be a part of the… Read more »
Moroney joins Ocean Pines Board
(Sept. 28, 2017) There was little doubt before last Thursday’s meeting that the Ocean Pines Association (OPA) Board of Directors would select Ted Moroney to fill a director vacancy, and the board wasted little time in confirming it. There were no public comments, no debate between the directors and no other nominations as Moroney was… Read more »
Ocean Pines Rec and Parks to host fall tai chi classes
(Sept. 21, 2017) Tai chi, the ancient Chinese exercise, will return to Ocean Pines this fall with a new class offered by the Recreation and Parks Department. Radiant Motion for Health’s Kim Reed will lead the session, held Thursdays, Sept. 28 to Nov. 16, from 3-4 p.m. at the Ocean Pines Community Center, located at… Read more »
DiFebo’s Italian Restaurant to open in Berlin next month
(Sept. 21, 2017) DiFebo’s Italian Restaurant, a staple in Bethany and Rehoboth beaches, will open a third location by the end of October, taking over the spot on 104 North Main Street in Berlin currently occupied by Siculi Italian Kitchen. “We are just thrilled,” DiFebo’s owner Lisa DiFebo-Osias said. “We love the town and love… Read more »
Salisbury University offers seminars in Pines
(Sept. 21, 2017) The Ocean Pines Association (OPA) announced a new collaboration with Salisbury University. “Forget the pressure of pre-requisites or tests. The lectures and seminars, which are open to the public, are high-energy learning opportunities,” Ocean Pines Marketing and Public Relations Director Denise Sawyer said. “Intended for adult learners of all ages, the classes… Read more »