(July 28, 2016) Some 129 Worcester County area students were named to the Dean’s List at Salisbury University for the spring 2016 semester. •Berlin area residents include Delaney Andrews, Joshua August, Devin Bataille, Alexandra Birckett, Nicole Bishop, Brooke Brittingham, Cara Carr, Natalie Cieri, Devynn Detzer, Christina Dubrava, Christopher Eslin, Megan Fulton, Hailey Gibbs, Lindsey Gilbert,… Read more »
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Going bananas over leaf-wrapped seafood
I think my buddy Jay wanted to smack me upside the head. He was helping me run some outlets at the new house, and specifically a primary one for my commercial smoker. As he is from Hawaii, he kept looking at our garden while saying “bro.” I would calmly and ignorantly say “what?” to which… Read more »
OPA Budget and Finance Committee Briefs
(July 28, 2016) The Ocean Pines Association Budget and Finance Committee discussed the following items during a meeting in the administration building on July 20. Membership The committee was short one member, John Trumpower, but could be short several more during the coming months. Dale Buley, who served two consecutive terms, must step down because… Read more »
Berlin announces key election dates
(July 28, 2016) The Town of Berlin will hold a municipal election on Tuesday, Oct. 4, for the office of mayor and for Districts 2 and 3 council seats. Other important dates for the 2016 Election are as follows: • Voter registration – Deadline is Friday, Sept. 2. Berlin voters must register with the Worcester… Read more »
Letters to the Editor
Diakonia thanks supporters Editor, On behalf of the Board of Diakonia, we would like to sincerely thank the many community members who supported the seventh annual Diakonia Golf Tournament at the Ocean City Golf Club on July 20. The tournament was a resounding success. All proceeds will enable Diakonia to continue helping those individuals and… Read more »
Mending fences right call
The town of Berlin had one other option it could have pursued this week instead of dipping into the treasury to pay for the construction of a fence and a walking trail between unhappy neighbors. It could have done nothing, but said otherwise. That’s what governments often do when they have little authority to intervene… Read more »
Otters unveiled at Delmarva Discovery Center in Pocomoke
(July 28, 2016) Following a major revamp and renovation of its facilities, along with a reshuffling of how visitors experience the Delmarva Discovery Center, two new additions — river otters named Mac and Tuck — moved into their new home last Friday. It’s the culmination of months of effort and construction to bring these living… Read more »
Berlin Briefs
(July 28, 2016) The Berlin Mayor and Council discussed the following items during a public meeting at town hall on Monday, July 26. Water tower Berlin public works personnel continue to paint the town’s 200,000-gallon water tower, and are expected to finish this week. “It’s the same blue as the sky,” Public Works Director Jane… Read more »
Front Page News to play Pocomoke free concert series
(July 28, 2016) After a few days in more than 90-degree heat, an outdoor concert might be enough to stave off the inevitable cabin fever. Tonight beginning at 6:30 p.m., local classic rock band Front Page News will take the stage for a free performance in the town’s summer concert series. Though the temperatures are… Read more »
Low-cost Internet access provided in Pocomoke City
(July 28, 2016) Pocomoke City residents in public housing, Housing Choice Voucher and multifamily programs might benefit from a recent expansion of Comcast’s Internet Essentials program. Announced by City Manager/City Attorney Ernie Crofoot at last week’s regular council meeting, the town was invited to participate as an existing partner in the program. Those interested in… Read more »