If the intention of county law enforcement’s press conference last Tuesday was to beat the board of education into submission with its allegations of school safety mismanagement, it did not work out as planned. Three days later, public school system officials staged a forceful countermove that might cause the public to wonder if this is… Read more »
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Letter to the Editor
Why are county commissioners fighting our schools? Editor, (The following letter was addressed to the Worcester County Commissioners and sent to this publication for inclusion.) “You break it, you own it.” And I refer to Worcester County Public Schools. The downgrading of WCPS will be your legacy. For some reason, the County Commissioners seek to… Read more »
Public hearing on $3.8M Berlin infrastructure bond March 11
Berlin officials held a first reading on Feb. 26 to seek a bond to fund electric meter upgrades and a new public works facility.
Ocean Pines Restaurant Week kicks off March 8
For the third year, Ocean Pines establishments will welcome residents and visitors with delicious deals during restaurant week, which kicks off on Friday, March 8, and extends through Saturday, March 16.
Worcester 2024-25 school calendar eliminates Wednesday half-days
The Worcester County Board of Education has approved the 2024-25 school year calendar, which removes the controversial Wednesday half-days and includes a longer spring break.
Ocean Pines Association votes to reinstate single racquet sports fee membership
The Ocean Pines Association Board of Directors voted to reinstate the single sports fee membership structure for racquet activities after previously approving to only offer a combo three-sport package for Fiscal Year 2025.
Worcester school officials say law enforcement manipulated public safety data
Worcester County Public Schools officials said last Friday that local law enforcement representatives used misleading data to support claims that there is a surge in student crime and they are doing little to address the issues.
Berlin council approves third phase of strategic plan
Berlin officials will begin the third phase of the town’s strategic planning process following council approval this week.
Worcester County needs foster families
Department of Social Services Director Roberta Baldwin said recently that six is the total number of active foster care families in all of Worcester County.
Ocean Pines committee seeks updated community survey
Members of Ocean Pines’ communications advisory committee are considering new survey initiatives to facilitate community involvement and feedback.