Programs can send texts during emergencies, help police locate special needs (March 29, 2018) The Town of Berlin and Berlin Police Department want to remind Berlin residents there are two programs in effect that could be of great assistance to those with special needs: The Special Needs Alert Program (SNAP) and the CodeRED Emergency Notification… Read more »
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Gilliland to challenge for mayor of Snow Hill
Veteran reporter will face incumbent Charlie Dorman in election, set for May 1 By Josh Davis, Associate Editor (March 29, 2018) Ocean City Today staffer Brian Gilliland filed paperwork to run for Snow Hill Mayor on Tuesday and will challenge incumbent Mayor Charlie Dorman in the May election. Originally from Trenton, New Jersey, he moved… Read more »
Bertino wants to continue county commissioner story
By Brian Gilliland, Associate Editor (March 29, 2018) It came down to the wire, but a near-deadline filing by Judy Butler made the race for Ocean Pines’ representative on the Board of Worcester County Commissioners a contested one, which first-term incumbent Commissioner Chip Bertino intends on winning. Bertino replaced Commissioner Judy Boggs literally and figuratively,… Read more »
Membership drive for Pines Women’s Club
(March 29, 2018) The Women’s Club of Ocean Pines invites all women who reside in Ocean Pines to join the organization. The purpose of the group is to promote civic and social activities, including educational and community outreach opportunities, for its members. In May 2017, the club presented three scholarships in the sum of $2,500… Read more »
Not all rental properties will require CO alarm installation
(March 29, 2018) The deadline for installation of carbon monoxide (CO) alarms in some rental properties is April 1 and the Coastal Association of Realtors is reminding the public that alarms are only required in properties that contain a carbon monoxide source. In 2016, the Maryland General Assembly passed House Bill 849 and its companion… Read more »
Berlin honors town workforce
By Marshall Gabell, Intern (March 29, 2018) The Town of Berlin on Friday honored five employees for a combined 80 years of service. During a ceremony at Town Hall, Mayor Gee Williams recognized Ricky Dennis from Berlin Public Works, Sharon Timmons from the economic and community development department, and Berlin Police Department workers Lt. Jeffrey… Read more »
Third time’s charm for Snow Hill Gift Shop and Interiors
By Josh Davis, Associate Editor (March 29, 2018) After shuffling locations on Pearl Street, Jack Helgeson has settled on West Green Street in Snow Hill and rechristened his business “Snow Hill Gift Shop and Interiors.” Helgeson moved to Snow Hill from Cambridge about two years ago and in 2016 opened A Diamond on Pearl, part… Read more »
Community has home in Snow Hill business
New salon Starr’s of Beauty to have traditional services, programs for kids, elderly By Josh Davis, Associate Editor (March 29, 2018) Starr’s of Beauty Salon in Snow Hill “represents the community,” since it acts as a traditional hair salon and an outreach center, according to owner Starr Tingle. Tingle operated in the same location, 102… Read more »
Series of small events for Worcester Habitat
Berlin business after hours nets $1,240; up next are DIY and yoga fundraisers By Josh Davis, Associate Editor (March 29, 2018) Habitat for Humanity of Worcester County Inc. raised more than $1,200 last Thursday at a Berlin Chamber of Commerce business after hours at the Maryland Wine Bar at Sisters. The event included guest bartenders… Read more »
Nonprofit aid for Lower Shore women, girls
Community Foundation has designated up to $25,000; applications due March 30 (March 29, 2018) Up to $25,000 in grant funding is available to aid nonprofit programs designated for Lower Shore women and girls. The funding is made possible by the Community Foundation of the Eastern Shore’s Women’s Fund, and applications are due by Friday, March… Read more »