Town looks political in tax appeals case Had it been anyone but Delegate Wayne Hartman who succeeded in convincing the state tax office that the assessed value of his Decatur Street property was higher than it should have been, the Town of Berlin probably wouldn’t have challenged the state’s finding. But that’s what it did… Read more »
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Joanne Jewell
Joanne Jewell Berlin Joanne Selby Jewell age 80, of Berlin, passed away Tuesday, April 29, 2025 at her home surrounded by her loving family. She was the daughter of the late Albert F. Johnson and Anna Mae (Selby) Johnson. She was the wife of Stephen Jewell. They are not long the days of wine and… Read more »
Library branch celebrates volunteer of year
By Tara Fischer Staff Writer An Ocean Pines Library helper was named “Volunteer of the Year” last week for her dedication to maintaining a smoothly run facility. The awardee was honored at a luncheon with a proclamation from the Worcester County Commissioners. On Wednesday, April 30, Vicki O’Mara, a member of the Friends of the… Read more »
Officials hopeful new bocce courts will open early summer in Pines
By Tara Fischer Staff Writer Two new bocce ball courts will be installed at the Ocean Pines Yacht Club next week for a total project cost of $50,692, community officials said late last month. Earlier this year, the Ocean Pines Association Board of Directors approved a staff recommendation to allow an outside contractor, Southwest Greens… Read more »
Leaf violations piling up as yards go more natural
By Tara Fischer Staff Writer Several Ocean Pines homeowners have recently received violations citing yard leaf accumulation as the winter season ends and spring commences. The notices have created a stir among residents, many of whom claim the infraction letters are unfair and a disruption to maintaining the neighborhood’s wooded beauty. The conversation surrounding leaf… Read more »
Pines keeps incumbent to operate summer election
By Tara Fischer Staff Writer The incumbent MK Election Services from Pittsburgh will handle the Ocean Pines Association’s 2025 Board of Directors Election, per a board vote at last week’s special meeting. At a special board meeting on Friday, May 2, the OPA board chose MK Election Services, the vendor who conducted the community’s election… Read more »
Committee formed to fill two county judge vacancies
By Brian Shane Staff Writer Maryland Gov. Wes Moore has convened a nominating commission to fill two judicial vacancies on the Lower Shore. “Somerset, Wicomico, and Worcester County residents deserve diverse, talented, and knowledgeable representation on their Trial Courts Judicial Nominating Commission,” Moore said in an April 25 statement. “These appointees reflect our commitment to… Read more »
First Decatur graduating class planning 70th reunion in June
By Tara Fischer Staff Writer Around 70 years ago, Ocean City and Berlin students left their respective schools to attend the new, combined Stephen Decatur High School, ending a contentious sports rivalry and kickstarting an institution that has since been home to the Decatur Seahawks. To celebrate the anniversary, SDHS’s first graduating group is getting… Read more »
05/08/2025 Bayside Editorial: Tidal Health, Atlantic put patient care first
Tidal Health, Atlantic put patient care first Congratulations to the leadership at Tidal Health and Atlantic General Hospital for bringing the two institutions together after years of competing for the loyalty and support of the coastal population. By formally merging last week, the hospitals’ boards of directors and executives put an end to a relationship… Read more »
Berlin looks to secure vac truck before tariffs
By Tara Fischer Staff Writer Berlin will issue a purchase order this week for a new vacuum truck to avoid anticipated price hikes due to steep tariffs to be implemented by the Trump Administration. At a Monday, April 28 meeting of the Berlin Town Council, the municipality unanimously approved the purchase of a Vaccon Aeroboost… Read more »