BERLIN– New electric upgrades should help protect area homes and businesses from widespread blackouts. Berlin began installing in-line disconnects in 23 locations throughout the town earlier this month. “The locations will be throughout the entire system in Berlin,” said ElecAtric Utility Director Tim Lawrence. “Basically, what they enable us to do is do sectionalizing block-to-block…. Read more »
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Rocketry, aerospace engineering in place of beach balls, surf boarding and sun bathing
BERLIN–While some teenagers pass the summer months lounging on the beach or playing video games, a small group of students are learning about aeronautics, aerospace engineering, rocketry, and acquiring other technological skills at Stephen Decatur High School in Berlin. Twenty-five students are participating in the SDHS Summer Academy, a four-week program with a cross-curricular approach… Read more »
For some store owners in Berlin, parking is the Pitts
BERLIN– A request for a parking change on Pitts Street led to a fiery debate during a Mayor and Council Meeting on Monday, July 14. Bill Outten, owner of Town Center Antiques, and Walt Dennison, owner of Walt’s Train Shop, asked the town to create a 30-minute designated loading zone on the street, citing increased… Read more »
Coastal Hospice helps many families
One of the jobs we do as editors is to read and edit the many obituaries that come across our desks. We do so with the understanding that the writers of these obituaries want to include as many surviving relatives as possible as well as good friends and even pets, and that many of these… Read more »
Never doubt power of one’s election day vote
So you think your vote doesn’t count? You wonder what difference does it make if you do or don’t show up at the polls? Well think again, and know that it makes a huge difference. Ted Elder won the District 4 GOP County Commissioner’s seat through a never-done before tie-breaker by the Worcester County Republican… Read more »
Serving up summer strawberry shortcake
Every now and then, the near-100 degree temperatures merit a little outside-time. I don’t mind sweating a little since it means that I have a good deal of the season left; we get a little reprieve from the minus-10 degrees that graced our shores a mere few months ago. And, let’s be honest, taking my… Read more »
Ultimate Frisbee pick-up games offered in Berlin
BERLIN– Ultimate Frisbee pickup games that began in Berlin are leading up to an international showdown at the beach this summer. Pro player Alex Jacoski of the DC Breeze is hosting the Ocean City Beach Classic Aug. 9-10 on Somerset Street. The tournament will offer competitive and recreational divisions with coed teams required to have… Read more »
Farmers ready for Blessing of the Combines, Aug. 2
SNOW HILL–Even as farm fields are being planted in corn and soybeans, farmers are preparing their combines for the summer and fall harvests. Several Worcester County farmers, including Bill Figgs, Byron Hauck, Lee Holloway, Buster Powell, Roger Richardson, David Shockley, Jack Shockley and Virgil Shockley, are readying their machines for The Blessing of the… Read more »
Army band to play four, free area concerts
BERLIN– The 229th Army Band will play four free outdoor concerts in Worcester County this week. “The Adjutant General’s Own” will perform at Byrd Park in Snow Hill at 4 p.m. on Sunday, July 13, at Stephen Decatur Park in Berlin at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, July 15, at the Ocean Pines Gazebo at 7… Read more »
Recreation dept. offers area residents exercise options
SNOW HILL–Worcester County Department of Recreation & Parks offers area residents and visitors alike the opportunity to get up, get out and get moving in a variety of fun, calorie-burning summertime fitness classes. Early Bird Morning Fitness class returns to the Worcester County Recreation Center in Snow Hill along with evening Core Training and Zumba… Read more »