Berlin, Ocean Pines News Worcester County Bayside Gazette
By Morgan Pilz, Staff Writer (Aug. 22, 2019) The Junior Berlin Little League All-Star team returned home from the World Series, held in Taylor, Michigan, in style with a police procession and escort by the Maryland Red Knights Motorcycle Club on Monday. Several local officials including Berlin Mayor Gee Williams, Worcester County Commissioner Bud Church… Read more »
By Rachel Ravina, Staff Writer (Aug. 22, 2019) A ledger detailing Berlin’s mayor and council meetings more than 100 years ago shed light on the importance of keeping records within town. Berlin’s Managing Director Jeff Fleetwood, said town officials borrowed the ledger from the Calvin B. Taylor Museum while doing research on the town’s history. These… Read more »
By Rachel Ravina, Staff Writer (Aug. 22, 2019) Berlin’s Mayor and Council praised the outcomes of National Night Out and the Peach Festival at their meeting last week. Berlin Police Chief Arnold Downing said between 1,500 and 2,000 people attended the town’s National Night Out on Aug. 6 at Dr. William Henry Park on Flower Street…. Read more »
By Rachel Ravina, Staff Writer (Aug. 22, 2019) Residents and visitors have two more chances to take a free “Runaway Bride” guided walking tour in Berlin next week. Earlier this month, Ivy Wells, Berlin director of community and economic development, added a second tour to the weekly event because of the high demand generated by the… Read more »
By Rachel Ravina, Staff Writer (Aug. 15, 2019) People who visit the Berlin branch of the Worcester County Library can find a hidden gem on the second floor: a gallery featuring local artists. “It’s a beautiful space,” said Anna Mullis, executive director of the Worcester County Arts Council.” It is connected to a meeting room and… Read more »
By Morgan Pilz, Staff Writer (Aug. 15, 2019) While one Berlin Little League All-Star team continues its run in the World Series, another squad’s journey ended in the regional tournament. Junior League: The Junior Berlin Little League All-Star team headed to Taylor, Michigan last week for the World Series. The festivities began with the opening… Read more »
By Morgan Pilz, Staff Writer (Aug. 15, 2019) Ocean Pines author Diana McDonough received a bronze medal in general fiction for her published work, “My Mother’s Apprentice,” during the annual Florida Authors and Publishers Association President’s Book Awards in Lake Buena Vista, Florida, on Aug. 3. McDonough, who lives primarily in Ocean Pines but also… Read more »
By Rachel Ravina, Staff Writer (Aug. 15, 2019) Calling all artists: spots are still available in the Berlin plein air painting competition next month, when painters will take to the streets of downtown Berlin and the surrounding area to transfer what they see to paper and canvas. The 10th annual event, hosted by the Worcester County… Read more »
By Morgan Pilz, Staff Writer (Aug. 8, 2019) The Berlin Little League All-Star Junior League team had a stellar regional tournament and has now advanced to the World Series in Michigan, while the 8-10 squad continues to play in its own regional competition. Juniors League: The Berlin Little League All-Star Junior team is headed to… Read more »
By Rachel Ravina, Staff Writer (Aug. 8, 2019) If the past is any indicator, hundreds of residents and visitors will take advantage of discounts this weekend during the Summer Sidewalk Sale in downtown Berlin. “It just gives people a chance to go shopping [in] downtown Berlin, and be able to enjoy the weather and get a… Read more »