(Jan. 22, 2015) Town officials met with facilitator Christine Becker last Thursday, as Berlin kicked off a series of strategic planning sessions designed to build a municipal road map for the next five years. The four-hour work session included brainstorming on what makes the town tick, as well as an exploration of Berlin’s future and… Read more »
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OP gets first look at 2016 budget
(Jan. 22, 2015) The public got its first look at the Ocean Pines Association’s fiscal year 2016 budget during last week’s Budget and Finance committee work sessions at the country club. The proposed $10.9 million budget includes a $25 increase in membership fees, which raises the total to $934 per property. Public works and police… Read more »
SHA study, sinkholes, pushes back traffic on Md. Route 90
(Jan. 23, 2015) The State Highway Administration is conducting its annual review of bridges, leading to one-lane traffic patterns on the Route 90 bridge, intending to complete the process by late next week. During the inspection, a small sinkhole formed at the eastbound portion of the bridge crossing the St. Martin River in the shoulder…. Read more »
Film and website looks at Berlins across world
(Jan. 22, 2015) “Worldwide Berlin,” a new cross-media documentary, explores more than 100 Berlins, from the obvious in Germany, to lesser-known Berlins in Papua New Guinea, South Africa and El Salvador. DW-TV, a Berlin, Germany-based broadcasting company, launched the three-hour, four-part feature on Jan. 10 in four languages: German, English, Spanish and Arabic. While the… Read more »
OP GM Thompson tackles ‘different’ board of directors
(Jan. 22, 2015) Although his name was nowhere to be found on the ballot during the 2014 election in Ocean Pines, General Manager Bob Thompson became the focus of the campaign, with issues ranging from his contract extension to the interpretation of his role as GM often leading the narrative. Thompson is now facing unfamiliar… Read more »
Historic Atlantic Hotel celebrates 120th birthday
(Jan. 22, 2015) The Atlantic Hotel, the centerpiece of downtown Berlin, turns 120 years old this year and the families who joined to bring it back to life in the 1980s after years of neglect will be honored at a fundraiser at the hotel on Friday, Jan. 30. “We encourage everyone who loves Berlin and… Read more »
Pricey picatta can be cooked on cheap
Years ago, my wife and I travelled with an employer and his wife to the Bahamas for a business trip, which was a lovely five days at The Atlantis on Paradise Island in Nassau. The goal was to observe the hospitality facets of this massive property and to help us gauge how to improve things… Read more »
MSP Berlin barrack last to join MD FiRST system
(Jan. 15, 2015) Maryland has launched efforts to build a statewide radio system and a computer-aided dispatch/records management system to replace obsolete or nonexistent systems for the state’s public safety agencies. The system also will provide a statewide infrastructure available for local governments. On Jan. 7, the Maryland State Police Berlin Barrack became the last… Read more »
Copy Central collecting Valentines to honor veterans
(Jan. 15, 2015) Start the year off by thanking a veteran for his or her service with a Valentine card. For the 15th year, cards will be sent to four veteran rehab medical centers to thank them for their sacrifices and to let them know they are loved, appreciated and not forgotten. All area… Read more »
Wor. commission seeking noms for Women of Tomorrow
(Jan. 15, 2015) The Women of Tomorrow Awards honor young women who have made significant and outstanding contributions to their communities. The awards are based on community service, demonstrated leadership, commitment to and pursuit of academic and future goal achievements. The Worcester County Commission for Women seeks nominations for young women who will be… Read more »