(Nov. 27, 2014) Negotiations between Ocean Pines and Sandpiper Energy have hit an impasse with no apparent end in sight. The Ocean Pines Association Board of Directors voiced its displeasure over the deadlock during a meeting on Saturday, Nov. 22. “We’re not making any progress,” OPA President Dave Stevens said. “We’re still having the same… Read more »

(Nov. 27, 2014) As if this year were not cool enough, Berlin capped its charmed 2014 with a trio of tourism awards. Designated “America’s Coolest Small Town” winner by Budget Travel magazine, Berlin came up with three top honors during last week’s Maryland Tourism and Travel Summit at the Roland E. Powell Convention Center in… Read more »

(Nov. 27, 2014) Showell-based Vista Design Inc. caused a stir in the Berlin community last May when it released a massive conceptual plan for a proposed Tyson’s Park complex. The blueprint, a repurposing of the old Tyson Chicken plant on Old Ocean City Boulevard, includes an indoor and outdoor recreation center as well as festival… Read more »

(Nov. 27, 2014) The Kiwanis Club of Greater Ocean Pines–Ocean City recently received a challenge from the Greater Millsboro Kiwanis Club to collect 100 coats for local agencies who administer the providing of coats to those in need.   All of the Kiwanis Clubs in District 5 received the same challenge, which is meant to… Read more »

(Nov. 27, 2014) Ocean Pines is among the most-improved cities in Maryland when it comes to crime rates, according to the Safe Choice Security blog. From 2007 to 2012, the community showed a 46.77 decrease in crime. The website compiled crime statistics, including property and violent crimes, of all municipalities in the state with populations… Read more »

 (Nov. 27, 2014) Berlin’s newest addition to its annual Holiday Arts Night celebration is more than just a cool idea – it’s frozen solid. Local ice artist Erik Cantine plans to construct a massive eight-foot ice sculpture in downtown Berlin immediately following the tree lighting ceremony at 5:30 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 28. The art… Read more »

(Nov. 27, 2014) Holiday Arts Night returns to Berlin on Friday, Nov. 28, featuring art sales in downtown shops and restaurants, as well as street vendors, live music and caroling. The evening will begin with a tree-lighting ceremony at 5:30 p.m. at the Atlantic Hotel, followed by a live ice sculpting demonstration at 6 p.m…. Read more »

(Nov. 27, 2014) Two churches will offer a free meal this Thanksgiving holiday. The Ocean City Baptist Church will be having its annual Thanksgiving dinner for people looking to spend time with others and enjoy food on Thanksgiving Day. “We have a good group of people who come every year. This is a family event,… Read more »

(Nov. 27, 2014) The Ocean Pines Board of Directors approved a site plan for a new racquet sports complex at Manklin Meadows Park during its regular meeting on Saturday, Nov. 22. The motion passed 5-2, with President Dave Stevens and Vice President Marty Clarke dissenting. The board did not earmark any money for the complex…. Read more »

(Nov. 27, 2014) The Ocean Pines Association will host its fourth annual “A Hometown Christmas” tree lighting ceremony in White Horse Park on Saturday, Nov. 29 at 6:30 p.m. “The community comes together with different social groups, families and businesses to light trees under the pavilion,” said Katie Goetzinger, coordinator of “A Hometown Christmas.” This… Read more »