(Sept. 7, 2017) The Town of Berlin is going a little bit country this Saturday, when the inaugural Small Town Throwdown comes to Main Street, courtesy of Fager’s Island and The Atlantic Hotel. “This was John’s [Fager] idea,” Berlin Economic and Community Development Director Ivy Wells said. “He came to me in January and said… Read more »

(Sept. 7, 2017) Baked Dessert Café owner Robin Tomaselli did not have to look far to find an artist to show work during the 2nd Friday art stroll this week. Her sister, Pam Howard, will display her pottery, and Tomaselli said she is a huge fan of her work. “Robin was like, ‘Come on over.’… Read more »

(Sept. 7, 2017) Retired professor Dr. Clara Small is continuing research for a volume examining the history and cultural dynamics that have shaped Snow Hill. In the pursuit of some clarity regarding the birthplace of a local baseball legend, the town contacted Small, two years ago, to write a research book that incorporated and preserved… Read more »

(Sept. 7, 2017) The Worcester County Department of Social Services and Merrill Lynch in Ocean City are spearheading one of a multitude of local and national efforts to ship supplies to assist people and pets impacted by Hurricane Harvey. Kirby Brewington, with social services, said donations are being accepted through Sept. 11 at numerous locations… Read more »

(Sept. 7, 2017) After a two-decade run in downtown Berlin, TaDa will close its shop doors for good in October. The business will reopen as Bruder Home, a sister store to Bruder Hill, later that month. TaDa, run by Patty Falck and her daughter, Blair Parsons, opened during Thanksgiving weekend, 1996. “In early November of… Read more »

(Sept. 7, 2017) The expanded Chamber Music by the Sea series from Aug. 29 to Sept. 3 in Berlin, Snow Hill and South Point was a hit, according to artistic director Elena Urioste. Urioste said all performances were well attended and ample funds were raised for the Worcester County Educational Foundation. She was joined by… Read more »

(Sept. 7, 2017) When the new Ocean Pines Association Board of Directors meets for the first time during a regular meeting, on Friday, Sept. 29, among the items up for discussion will be clearing up confusion on the status of the bulkhead replacement initiative. Board President Doug Parks said this week a contract with Hi-Tide… Read more »

(Sept. 7, 2017) The Jesse Klump Memorial Fund is partnering up with another Maryland organization to destigmatize mental illness during the annual Out of the Darkness Walk on Sept. 23. Ellie’s Bus, a bright orange ‘78 Volkswagen camper van, will be parked on the Boardwalk near Caroline Street on the morning of the fundraising walk…. Read more »

(Sept. 7, 2017) With new Ocean Pines Association General Manager John Bailey officially starting work on Monday, several directors expressed their support in separate email interviews and stated their goals for his tenure. All seven directors were asked for their input. The following responded. Board President Doug Parks: “I look forward to John joining the… Read more »

(Sept. 7, 2017) Efforts to establish a memorial for Negro League baseball standout William Julius “Judy” Johnson were reinvigorated, following a presentation by Worcester County Historical Society President Charles Weaver during a Snow Hill Council work session, last Tuesday. Plans could be dependent, however, on establishing exactly where Johnson was born. Conflicting reports suggest his… Read more »