BERLIN– The town’s utilities fund budget for fiscal year 2014 was discussed for the second time during a council meeting on Monday, May 5. The utilities budget was also debated briefly during a general fund budget work session on April 21. Public Works Director Jane Kreiter led the discussion on the water, wastewater and storm… Read more »
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Inclined tree sparks concern of possible power outages
BERLIN– An inclined tree that appears to threaten town power lines became a hot topic of conversation during a recent council meeting. The now infamous tree, housed on the property of 101 S. Main Street, was first mentioned by councilmember Paula Lynch during a discussion about adding in-line disconnects to town power lines. “I brought… Read more »
Trail connecting Berlin, Assateague moving forward
BERLIN– A planned trail way connecting the town to the Assateague Island National Seashore could be moving closer to reality. The Lower Shore Land Trust is applying for a portion of the $900,000 in grant money being made available by the State of Maryland as part of the Federal Lands Access Program. LSLT executive… Read more »
Euthanasia not part of discussion to control geese
OCEAN PINES– Contrary to popular belief, euthanasia has not been discussed as a means to control the growing resident Canadian goose population. A flurry of letters to the editor and Facebook posts began pouring in following suggestions by the Environment and Natural Assets committee to eliminate the geese from the area near the South Gate… Read more »
Berlin Council puts focus on parks project, cleanup
BERLIN– A green theme permeated the town council meeting on Monday, April 28. The mayor and council members discussed an ambitious parks project, as well as the recent Cleanup Day in Berlin. Kate Patton, executive director of the Lower Shore Land Trust, called for council support of a grant application funding the Assateague Gateway Trail…. Read more »
Intolerance in a tolerant time of year
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 »
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 »