Board of ed. budget should be dynamic Editor, Last week’s article “Money found to fund Worcester County summer school program,” has definitely stirred up some responses. The headline accomplished the goal of grabbing the reader’s attention. The headline uses “money found,” which implies it was lost or missing. But the funds were neither lost nor missing…. Read more »
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Latest US Wind changes questioned after hearing Editor, Last Monday, the Maryland Department of the Environment (MDE) held a public hearing regarding US Wind’s application to turn Ocean City’s small commercial fishing harbor into its Maintenance and Operations Facility (M&O). Sadly, US Wind and MDE neglected to inform any elected official representing this area, or the… Read more »
Berlin officials discuss growth
Berlin officials have agreed that growth areas need to be adjusted as a review begins on Worcester County’s comprehensive plan.
Local artists displaying work at Worcester County Library through May
Visitors to the Berlin branch of the Worcester County Library will have the opportunity to view mixed media pieces by Ocean Pines artist Sandy Glassman and a variety of paintings by West Ocean City artist Judy Benton from now until mid-May.
Worcester County faces $10M shortfall in FY25 budget
Worcester County will have a shortfall of more than $10 million to address in the Fiscal Year 2025 budget as officials begin balancing the numbers.
Worcester County grants some sewer capacity to Diakonia
Worcester County officials have approved a modified sewer capacity request that will allow Diakonia to pursue plans for a thrift store, food pantry and office on Route 611.
Spring and Easter events planned in Berlin, Ocean Pines and Ocean City
An array of spring and Easter events are on tap for the holiday weekend in Berlin, Ocean Pines and Ocean City.
Berlin turns down Decatur’s ‘Prom on Main’ concept
Stephen Decatur High School’s plan to hold prom on Main Street failed to get the approval of elected officials after business owners voiced concerns.
Ocean Pines starting police salaries raised to highest on Eastern Shore
The Ocean Pines Police Department has raised officers’ starting salaries to what officials say is the highest on the Eastern Shore.
Ocean Pines Racquet Center building still closed pending full mold investigation
The Ocean Pines Racquet Center building remains closed pending conclusion of a full investigation into allegations about the existence of mold.