I’m sitting down to write my Bayside Gazette Editor’s Notebook. I was going to write about this being my favorite time of the year. My Jewish family and friends are preparing for Passover. While my Christian friends and extended family are getting ready for the beautiful Easter holiday. Instead, I’m stopped before I sit down… Read more »
News
Cannery Village approval was correct decision
We think The Berlin Planning Commission’s approval of the 44-unit Cannery Village housing development to be a good decision. For those who don’t know, this project is different for Berlin. It’s a rental community where each unit will be made available for the tenant to purchase after 15 years of occupancy. Andrew Hanson, vice president… Read more »
Atlantic Health Center has new literacy program for kids
BERLIN–Getting books from the doctor are a routine part of regular pediatric checkups at Atlantic Health Center. Atlantic Health Center recently joined more than 5,000 program sites nationwide that are preparing America’s youngest children to succeed in school through the Reach Out and Read program. Doctors, nurse practitioners and other medical professionals incorporate Reach Out… Read more »
Work with hospice earns Ocean Pines man state recognition
OCEAN PINES–Paul Gross of Ocean Pines has won the Salute to Senior Service contest for Maryland in recognition of his volunteer efforts with Coastal Hospice & Palliative Care on the Lower Eastern Shore. Gross received a $500 prize with the award that he will donate to Coastal Hospice. He was chosen as Maryland’s contest winner… Read more »
Gather in Berlin for song, prayer
BERLIN–On Thursday, May 1, the greater Berlin community is invited to gather on the front steps of the Historic Atlantic Hotel on Main Street at noon for song and prayer as we pray for our nation. This popular event will last approximately 60 minutes and will feature a number of community and church leaders praying… Read more »
Easter celebrations planned around county this weekend
WORCESTER COUNTY–From Easter egg hunts to sunrise services, Berlin and the surrounding area will celebrate Easter with activities for the whole family this weekend. Here are a few of the celebrations taking place: BERLIN: -The Town of Berlin will ring in spring with it’s annual Spring Celebration, a family-friendly event complete with workshops, face painting,… Read more »
US 113 crosswalk complete, signs placed to alert drivers
BERLIN–Town Administrator Laura Allen announced that the State Highway Administration has finished the crosswalk on US 113 at Bay Street, along with the enhanced sidewalks requested by the Berlin Pedestrian Safety Committee. Variable message boards have been placed on US 113 in both directions to alert drivers to the change. “SHA staff worked late Friday… Read more »
Police say couple was killed in apparent murder/suicide
BERLIN– Two elderly residents were killed in an apparent murder-suicide on Wednesday, April 16. The couple, identified as Lester and Ada “Midge” Wright, was discovered by family members at their home on 603 Williams Street in Berlin at approximately 8:42 a.m., according to police. “The Berlin Police Department responded to 603 Williams Street to do… Read more »
Taylor Banking earns another 5-star rating for performance
BERLIN–Calvin B. Taylor Banking Company has once again earned a 5-Star Superior rating from BAUERFINANCIAL, of Coral Gables, Fla. the nation’s bank rating firm. This latest rating is based on Dec. 31, 2013 financial data and signifies that Calvin B. Taylor Banking Company is one of the strongest banks in the nation. Having earned and… Read more »
Turns out, being cool can be exceptionally good for business
BERLIN– Businesses in “America’s Coolest Small Town” are bracing for an increase in traffic – and hopefully – in revenue following the recent designation from Budget Travel magazine. Several area business owners and workers sounded off on their expectations during last Saturday’s Coolest Small Town Celebration in Berlin. “I think it’s going to make opportunities… Read more »