The Berlin Town Council voted unanimously this week to approve a step and grade system for town staff expected to result in higher salaries.
Berlin council approves salary scale increase
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Pickleball subsidizes other racket sports
Look up “pickleball” and “passion” on the internet and the results will fill the computer screen, as this “anyone-can-play” sport doesn’t just have enthusiasts and eager participants, its ranks are increasingly populated by fervent disciples and followers. That’s why the pickleballers’ protests at last week’s town meeting on the Ocean Pines Association’s proposed budget and… Read more »
Pines residents need more access
Editor: So much has changed since moving into Ocean Pines Section 10 (Sherwood Forest) in 2001. I have seen the construction of The Parke, The Point, The Woodlands, businesses in the Manklin Creek shopping area, new homes along Ocean Parkway, summer renal homes now occupied year round, and now the opening of the latest development… Read more »
Sustainable schools a must
Editor: As educators at Buckingham Elementary School, a community-based elementary school serving a diverse population, we are proud of the rich learning experiences, the strong community connections, and the authentic relationships among students and adults that are forged here every day. But here’s what you may not know. Our ability to sustain this level of impact on our… Read more »
Berlin Intermediate student wins Shorebirds bookmark contest
On Jan. 18, representatives with the Delmarva Shorebirds visited Berlin Intermediate School to recognize sixth-grade student Loralei Donoway as the winner of this year’s “Hit The Books” bookmark contest.
Author, journalist with deep local ties to speak in Berlin this month
The Germantown School Community Heritage Center will host an event with award-winning author Ta-Nehisi Coates on Feb. 24, at the Stephen Decatur High School auditorium.
Berlin councilman announces intention to seek reelection
Jack Orris, who represents District 2, is seeking a second term in the town’s upcoming Oct. 1 election.
Berlin mayor seeks unified county grant request
Zach Tyndall made a call to his fellow municipal leaders for a unified front, but several have said they have different priorities, and likely will not be joining to request grants from the county this year.
Off-season promotions keep Berlin relevant in quiet weeks
Whether it’s free carriage rides near Valentine’s Day, a week of restaurant specials in January, or a February photo contest, Berlin’s business community does what it must to keep customers coming to the historic downtown in the cold.
Project targets erosion in Ocean Pines’ South Gate Pond
The Ocean Pines Association’s and Maryland Coastal Bays’ shoreline restoration project will also support beautification and wildlife preservation.