Punish, yes, but also embrace Editor, I takes a village to raise a child, Berlin. The recent acts of vandalism in our beautiful town, while costly and cruel, are rare. The majority of our youth attend Blue Ribbon schools and grow up to be productive and enthusiastic members of the Berlin community. Many other… Read more »
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Media could learn lesson
Recent events in Berlin made for big headlines with an ensuing rush to get a “big story” pressing a daily media outlet go awry. An example of why rash decisions by both adults and kids can have unfortunate consequences. The firestorm kicked off with an unseemly posting by one student on Instagram, quickly followed by… Read more »
Guests invited to ‘Indulge in Berlin’ during art stroll
(Feb. 5, 2015) Not to be confused with West Ocean City’s famous “Death by Chocolate” scavenger hunt, the shops and restaurants in Berlin are teaming up for a pre-Valentine’s Day event that includes a number of sales and free samples in a collaborative effort. The first “Indulge in Berlin” coincides with the 2nd Friday art… Read more »
Berlin planning draws full house for Flower St. meeting
(Feb. 5, 2015) More than 50 people attended the first in a series of strategic planning meetings gauging public interest for future projects in Berlin on Thursday, Jan. 29. Held at the multipurpose building on Flower Street, the meeting drew town and county officials, as well as dozens of Berlin residents. “This is an opportunity… Read more »
Noel Community outreach looking for donations
(Feb. 5, 2015) The Noel Community will continue its outreach program this winter by collecting donations of new hats, gloves, socks and blankets for its 13th annual gLOVES Drive. “Once the weather becomes cold, we get a lot of homeless and lower income families who need these items,” said Noel Community Volunteer Katie Coffman. “It… Read more »
Pepper bacon cure for bad weather blues
I am weary of this weather and I can only imagine that it’s going to get worse before it gets better. We were so lucky the past three years with the snow and chill, but now we have chill and rain, an awful mix. I must refrain from using the choice vocabulary that runs through… Read more »
Black History Month display highlights Berlin composer
(Feb. 5, 2015) Composer Charles Albert Tindley is the first Berliner to get the spotlight at the town’s Visitor’s Center on 14 South Main Street. The center, with the help of the Calvin B. Taylor House, is presenting a Tindley exhibit in honor of Black History Month. The idea was hatched by Main Street Coordinator… Read more »
Pines resolution ‘hot topic’ as residents question rules
(Feb. 5, 2015) Ocean Pines Resolution M-02 became a hot topic of debate during a public meeting on Thursday, Jan. 29. The resolution, currently listed under review, “establishes policies for all Ocean Pines amenities,” according to the community’s website. Information on the site said the resolution was submitted for board review, and the board directed… Read more »
Tree trimming to begin on Ocean Pines Parkway
(Feb. 5, 2015) Starting Feb. 9, Ocean Pines Association has contracted a licensed tree expert to trim trees along both sides of Ocean Parkway and the median from the North Gate to the entrance to the Point. The objective is to elevate trees to a height of 15-20 feet and cut back long, low hanging… Read more »
‘Persons of interest’ sought by police in Berlin vandalism
(Feb. 5, 2015) Police have several “persons of interest” in the Jan. 25 vandalism spree in downtown Berlin, although no arrests appeared to be pending as of mid-week. Berlin Police Chief Arnold Downing said law enforcement personnel continue to follow up on several leads concerning the incident, which involved at least 30 automobiles and three… Read more »