This year’s election in Ocean Pines has brought out more candidates than in recent years, which is a good thing. Over the past 10 years the community has become ever more diverse, and having a wider array of candidates typically allows for a broader spectrum of viewpoints and ideas more representative of the community. However,… Read more »
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Diakonia reviews recent fiscal year
BERLIN– Diakonia released its fiscal year 2014 numbers for the town on July 14. The 501(c)(3) non-denominational organization reviewed its efforts for Berlin, and expects to have final overall FY ‘14 numbers by Aug. 1. “We offer out services across the county, and the town of Berlin has been one of our supporters, so we… Read more »
New G.O.L.D. board elected
WORCESTER COUNTY–Worcester County G.O.L.D. (Giving Other Lives Dignity), Inc. announces the election of Nancy Fortney and Nancy Howard, both of Ocean City, and Amanda Kiesewetter of Snow Hill, to the Board of Directors. Fortney brings to the organization more than four decades of experience with the Worcester County Board of Education, as a teacher and… Read more »
Train study gives railroad nod to choo-choo ahead
WORCESTER COUNTY – The Worcester County Commissioners approved a feasibility study Tuesday for an excursion train from Berlin to Newark and Snow Hill. It had been announced last week that the contract with a consultant would be signed July 16, but that turned out to be premature because an affirmative vote was needed from the… Read more »
Worcester County students excel at Salisbury University
SALISBURY–Some 98 Worcester County area students were named to the Dean’s List at Salisbury University for the spring 2014 semester. Berlin area residents include Brandon Altvater, Elizabeth Bangert, Joshua Bargar, Andrew Baskerville, Paula Beachley, Alexandria Birckett, Brooke Brittingham, Travis Bush, Cara Hallee Carr, Nicole Freni, Hailey Gibbs, Nancy Haines, Sara Hammer, Abigail Hastings, Emma Heim,… Read more »
Close finish highlights 25th annual Berlin Bathtub Races
BERLIN– A historically close finish highlighted the 25th annual Bathtub Races on Friday, July 18. The Phillips International team tied Uptown Antiques during the race’s final heat, then won by a nose in a rematch moments later, taking the coveted “Winner Takes All” trophy. “It’s exciting,” said driver Emiliano Espinosa. “It was a relief for… Read more »
Ocean Pines Players looking for director, producer help
OCEAN PINES–The Ocean Pines Players has planned an exciting new season of plays and now seeks enthusiastic individuals to direct and help produce these events. Experience is desirable, but newcomers will receive guidance, training and support from experienced members. With assistance from technical crew and other experienced individuals, the director sets the tone for the… Read more »
Exchange students looking for host families for school year
BERLIN–Visiting international exchange students are looking for host families for the upcoming school year. International Experience-USA, a 501(c)(3) non-profit based in Northfield, Minn., is seeking housing for students ages 15-18 from countries including Germany, Spain, Switzerland and Thailand. Brothers Kevin and Thomas Gilner founded the organization in 2002. “Their father was a high school principal… Read more »
Hunt and Lane offers unique imported furniture inventory
BERLIN– Generations of skill and technique go into each unique piece of furniture at Hunt and Lane. Partners Taber Bartoshesky and Jon Lane personally import all of their inventory from Bali, Indonesia. “I completely fell in love with the culture and the furniture,” Lane said. “We went there last year, and when we got back… Read more »
MAAC will recommend OP boat ramps closed to public
OCEAN PINES–The Ocean Pines boat ramps should be closed to the public, the Marine Activities Advisory Committee will recommend to the board of directors. The committee will write a motion clarifying that fact to give to the board, MAAC Chairman Frank Watkins said July 15. A sign at the White Horse Park boat ramp says… Read more »