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Filing of charges one of many steps to come
The news that charges were filed last Friday in the Gavin Knupp fatal hit-and-run case, might have some people expecting some form of commentary on what has just happened and what should happen next. The next steps in this process, however, are the responsibility of the local justice system, which doesn’t need any advice from… Read more »
Letter to the Editor
Letters Community compassion Editor, What defines a community isn’t just geographic proximity, it’s a willingness to work together for the betterment of the whole. Recently, I had the wonderful opportunity to witness the compassion of our community during a Stephen Decatur High School-sponsored Believe in Tomorrow beach supply drive. Our Believe in Tomorrow House By the… Read more »
Stone crabs with Paul-style mustard sauce
Reprint from May, 21, 2020 Once again, Capt. Sonny comes through for the win! I know I write about the champions of the sea perhaps too much, but one of my favorite parts of living down here is driving to the commercial docks for dinner. Whether it is day-boat scallops, rockfish, sea bass, lobster or… Read more »
Council going with slight tax increase
Rate would be 1.25 cents higher than last year, but lower than first proposal By Jack Chavez, Staff Writer (April 27, 2023) The Berlin mayor and Town Council agreed on a tax rate of 82.75 cents per $100 of assessed property value following a public hearing Monday night, so will this be the tax rate… Read more »
Berlin delays decision on how to raise business license fees
By Jack Chavez, Staff Writer (April 27, 2023) Businesses in downtown Berlin could pay a little more for their business licenses than a business on Flower Street. Or, perhaps, a Main Street small florist won’t pay as much as their restaurant neighbor. The Berlin mayor and Town Council agreed to table a motion during their… Read more »
Berlin approves permanent disc golf for Decatur Park
By Jack Chavez, Staff Writer (April 27, 2023) The Berlin disc golf experiment is officially a success. The Berlin Mayor and Town Council on Monday voted unanimously to approve making the disc golf course at Stephen Decatur Park permanent with several enhancements. At the start of a presentation from Eastbound Disc Golf’s Shawn Johnson, he… Read more »
What to expect with bulkhead replacement
By Cindy Hoffman, Staff Writer (April 27, 2023) Anyone who drives past Pintail Park has seen the extensive bulkhead replacement work being done in Ocean Pines, as old wooden bulkheads are being replaced with vinyl. “With switching from wood to vinyl bulkheading over the last several years, the life expectancy of bulkheads has increased from 30… Read more »
Enjoy waterways safely with these three apps
By Cindy Hoffman, Staff Writer (April 27, 2023) Many people who move to the Eastern Shore do so to be close to the water. The region provides plenty of opportunities and places to enjoy the water, through boating, swimming, fishing and dining at one of the many waterfront restaurants. But for people to enjoy all… Read more »
Pickleball craze takes off in Ocean Pines and beyond
By Cindy Hoffman, Staff Writer (April 27, 2023) Pickleball is all the rage in Ocean Pines. With 399 members, it far surpasses tennis, spec, platform, and timeless tennis. Today, the Sports and Fitness Industry Association named pickleball the fastest- growing sport in America for the third year in a row. Pickleball is a sport that’s… Read more »