BERLIN– Berlin’s newest restaurant continues to challenge its clientele with a creative and constantly evolving menu. Blacksmith, located on 104 Pitts Street, opened in March. Owner Justine Zegna, boasting more than 20 years of experience as a professional chef, and Brooks Sullivan run the kitchen with plenty of help from their supporting cast. “We’ve got… Read more »

DAGSBORO–The Dagsboro’s Clayton Theatre this week unveiled its new Delaware Historical Marker, celebrating the theater’s 65 years in business, along with its unique nature and its historical impact on the community. “It literally started with a question,” said Dagsboro Councilman Brian Baull, who was instrumental in getting the historical marker placed for the theater. “My… Read more »

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 »

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 »

BERLIN– After leaving a bad taste in many customers’ mouths, one local restaurant rebranded, changed their menu and renovated the interior. The results, so far, have been extremely positive. Tex Mex on 119 Main Street changed to Tex Mex & Country Cookin’, adding a southern slant to their southwestern slate of offerings. The restaurant also… Read more »

WORCESTER COUNTY–A feasibility study will be conducted to determine the viability of a family friendly excursion train from Berlin to Newark and Snow Hill. A contract was expected to be signed Wednesday with the consultant who will perform the study. “It’s great news,” Worcester County Economic Development Director Bill Badger told the Berlin Town Council… Read more »

WEST OCEAN CITY – The Worcester County Planning Commission approved the site plan for the proposed Micro-tel Hotel and retail spaces in West Ocean City last week after making some concessions. The 79-unit hotel and 5,500-square-foot retail building are planned for property of the south side of Route 50, approximately 300 feet east of Keyser… Read more »

BERLIN– Furious Fitness has undergone major changes in the last several months. New owners, new equipment and several new coats of paint helped transform the gym into the type of low-pressure, high results center that should appeal to all ages and skill levels. Husband and wife team Craig and Sharon Collins took over the gym,… Read more »

BERLIN–The Berlin Chamber of Commerce announces the return of one of the town’s most highly anticipated events of the year, the Berlin Bathtub Races. Scheduled for Friday, July 18, the Berlin Bathtub Races will occur during the town’s Second Friday Art Stroll. The parade of artfully crafted bathtubs begins at 6 p.m., with races set… Read more »

BERLIN–Berlin will be getting not just one, but two venues to purchase liquor within town limits. Cheers, near the northernmost end of town at the intersection of North Main Street and Old Ocean City Boulevard, and the Pitt Stop Beer, Wine and Liquor, on the southernmost end of town on Route 113, were approved for… Read more »