BERLIN– Berlin’s Town Council discussed new housing, events, traffic safety improvements and the effect of being named “America’s Coolest Small Town” during its Monday meeting. The council approved several special events, including a motion to close Commerce Street on Friday, May 2 from 6-9 p.m. during Victorian Charm’s 20th anniversary celebration. “It’s the same weekend… Read more »
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2013 Berlin Award presented to Doug Parks
BERLIN– From his work with the church to volunteering with secular service organizations like the Lions Club, Doug Parks has spent more than 50 years in service to his community. Parks is the recipient of the 2013 Berlin Award honoring area volunteers. Recipients of the award, now in its 49th year, are selected by a… Read more »
Day announces plans to retire as Berlin’s promoter
BERLIN– One of the architects of the “Cool Berlin” campaign announced his intention to retire this week. Michael Day, Berlin’s Economic & Community Development Director, declined to give a specific date, but has begun the process of stepping away following more than a decade of public service in Salisbury, Pocomoke and Berlin. “I’m going to… Read more »
Berlin’s party packs Main Street
BERLIN– After postponing the party on March 29 due to heavy rains and thunderstorms, last Saturday’s Coolest Small Town Celebration take two was met with picture-perfect weather. Thousands flocked to Berlin to see Budget Travel’s 2014 “America’s Coolest Small Town” in person. “We’re absolutely delighted with the turnout,” said Berlin Mayor Gee Williams. “The fact… Read more »
Hearty Hangtown Fry similar to frittata
Hearty food. Nothing is better than hearty food on a day like today. The winter breeze, the door frozen to the frame of the car and the thought that spring will someday be upon us. But I write this over a week after Spring has sprung. I think of warmer days, and my thoughts turn… Read more »
Titanium-Wrecks Rookie All-Stars
There were over 3,000 people at the George Mason University Patriot Center in Fairfax, Va. last Thursday through Saturday. On the arena floor were some 50 high school robotics teams representing 10 states. Most teams came with 100 members or more. There was one team, however, that showed up with 16 members, and yet came… Read more »
Ocean Pines Golf Club should get extension
We think that the Ocean Pines Golf Club should be given the “one year of solid operation” to determine if it can be turned financially turned around. The suggestion by OPA President Tom Terry and GM Bob Thompson and the majority of the board is a sound one. Also, we agree that any sort of… Read more »
MD legislators vote on liquor license expansion
MARYLAND—The General Assembly is in the process of closing its 2014 session with legislation that gives more flexibility for issuing Class D licenses in Berlin and Snow Hill, facilitates public accommodations for individuals with gender identity concerns and moves closer to reaching agreement on a fiscal budget. The House Economic Matters Committee held a hearing… Read more »
FEMA gives county 90 days of flood insurance appeals
WORCESTER COUNTY–The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) recently revised the Worcester County Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRMs). This notice is to inform property owners that FEMA placed Worcester County and incorporated areas in a 90-day appeal period, which runs from March 14 to June 11. During this time, property owners may appeal preliminary FIRM’s provided… Read more »
G.O.L.D. seeks spring sponsors
SNOW HILL–Worcester County G.O.L.D. (Giving Other Lives Dignity), Inc. is presenting its annual Spring Basket program for children in need. Sponsors are being sought to create baskets. Children referred to G.O.L.D. through the Department of Social Services are matched with a sponsor. While candy and toys are welcome, sponsors are also asked to include useful… Read more »