Maryland Board of PublicWorks cuts budget again
State's fiscal triumvirate reduces spending third time for $1 billion total
(Nov. 27, 2009) The state is less than halfway through the current fiscal year, but a round of budget-balancing measures approved last week brings the total amount of budget reductions and transfers to more than $1 billion. Last Wednesday the Board of Public Works, which consists of Gov. Full Story
County improves, bypasses appeals process for some issues
Hearing officer named to handle minor adjustments in zoning applications
(Nov. 27, 2009) Property owners and developers are likely to be pleased, or even relieved, that the county has simplified the process for minor changes to projects. Simplifying the process was one of several suggestions to improve the struggling economy made at the September listening session in Snow Hill. Full Story
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'PHOTOS WITH SANTA' BENEFITS AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY Bubba sits on Santa's lap for a holiday photo last Saturday during a fundraiser at Doggie Style Cafek9.com. The two-hour event raised more than $300, which owners Dena and Delmar Smith will donate to the American Cancer Society. Full Story
Berlin woman to work on agricultural co-op project in South Africa
Towson University senior raising funds to establish program at nursery school
(Nov. 27, 2009) A 21-year-old Berlin resident is raising funds to create a sustainable agricultural program at a nursery school in South Africa. This will be the third African trip for Jessica Maurer, a senior at Towson University, where she majors in international studies with a concentration in development. Full Story
Seasonal, H1N1 flu vaccine clinics to be held at Health Dept. office in Snow Hill
(Nov. 27, 2009) The Worcester County Health Department has scheduled a seasonal flu vaccination clinic for the public on Tuesday, Dec. 1, at its Snow Hill office. The clinic will be by appointment only and will be held from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 6040 Public Landing Road in Snow Hill. Full Story
OCPD Needy Drive under way
(Nov. 27, 2009) The Ocean City Police Department Christmas Needy Drive distribution is right around the corner. This effort to lend support to families in need, started by Chief Bernadette DiPino several years ago, will be organized by members of the OCPD with help from residents, local organizations and businesses. Full Story
Pines couple mourns loss of son in Afghanistan
Christopher Coffland will be laid to rest in Arlington
(Nov. 27, 2009) Hundreds of friends, family members and other mourners filled the Cathedral of Mary Our Queen in Baltimore on Saturday to celebrate the life of Army Spc. Christopher James Coffland, who lost his life in a roadside bombing in Afghanistan. Full Story
Winterfest Gala not on chopping block just yet
Future of annual event will be discussed by committee before any decision made
(Nov. 27, 2009) Rumors that the Winterfest Gala last Friday was the last time the black tie event would be held are premature, because the committee that organizes the ball has yet to discuss and vote on its future. The poor economy had a noticeable effect on the gala last Friday at the Princess Royale Hotel. Full Story
Coastal Bays Program launches new comprehensive Web site
(Nov. 27, 2009) The Maryland Coastal Bays Program has launched a new and improved Web site. Designed by the staff of D3 Corp, the new site is bigger and more comprehensive than ever before. The Web address remains the same, www.mdcoastalbays. Full Story
WELCOME WINTERFEST
Ocean City Mayor Rick Meehan leads a crowd gathered at Northside Park on 125th Street last Thursday in a countown to kick off the town's 17th annual Winterfest of Lights celebration. With the mayor, and ready to flip the switch to light up the more than 100 holiday displays scattered throughout the park, is Logan Cymek. Full Story
Blown fuses cause power line 'explosions'
The sound you sometimes hear that shakes walls? Explained here
(Nov. 27, 2009) The major storm that battered the coast two weeks ago caused power outages throughout the region. Though weather-related problems such as tree branches falling on power lines are a major cause of outages, Ocean City residents are familiar with transformer "explosions" that also put them in the dark. Full Story
Berlin initiative has noticeable impact on residents
Take Pride program gives citizens more confidence in area, feeling of security
(Nov. 27, 2009) Mothers and their children apparently feel safe walking in the Bay Street area of Berlin, once known for open air drug dealing. Full Story
Berlin wastewater rates to have small increase, beginning Jan.1
(Nov. 27, 2009) Monthly sewer rates in Berlin are increasing 6.5 percent effective Jan. 1. For the average customer, that's less than $30 per year. That is much better than what town officials thought the increase would be. Just last year, they beleived the rates might increase up to 20 percent. Full Story
MVA on Wheels returns to OC
(Nov. 27, 2009) The Maryland Motor Vehicle Administration's MVA on Wheels will return to Ocean City on Tuesday, Dec. 8. The MVA bus will be parked at the Public Safety Building lot on 65th Street and be open from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Full Story
BERLIN BRIEFS
(Nov. 27, 2009) The Berlin Town Council discussed the following topics Monday, Nov. 23. Harrison Avenue help At Councilman Troy Purnell's suggestion, the Town Council voted unanimously to spend funds not exceeding $10, Full Story
Ocean City Animal Hospital, humane society to hold rabies clinic
(Nov. 27, 2009) Rabid animals continue to be found in all areas of Worcester County. Raccoons are the most frequently identified carrier of rabies in Worcester County, as well as in Maryland, but the deadly viral disease has also been found here this year in foxes and in one opossum. Full Story
Countywide event celebrates past Christmases on Eastern Shore
(Nov. 27, 2009) The Museums of Worcester County are presenting a number of holiday programs next month, each designed to share with residents the fun, interesting and meaningful ways Christmas has been celebrated on the Eastern Shore. Full Story
SADD TAKES PART IN LEADERSHIP CONFERENCE
SADD students from Berlin Intermediate School recently attended a leadership conference at the Snow Hill Fire Department. SADD (Students Against Destructive Decisions) is an after-school club offered to sixth-grade students that promotes the importance of good decision making. Full Story
Ocean City bond sale realizes $670,938 savings
(Nov. 27, 2009) The town of Ocean City sold $12.7 million of general obligation municipal bonds on Nov. 19, which will result in a savings of more than $670,938 in future debt service for the town's wastewater, water and general funds. Full Story
Unemployment on the rise across Delmarva Peninsula
(Nov. 20, 2009) Worcester County's unemployment rate for September was higher than the same month last year, but it was not alone in that statistic. Every county on the Delmarva Peninsula had higher unemployment rates for that month, according to statistics released Nov. 12 by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Full Story
Energy assistance fund works in Berlin, customers contribute
(Nov. 27, 2009) Berlin's electric customers have opened their wallets and hearts by contributing $2,500 to the town's first energy assistance fund. The town of Berlin has matched that amount, so $5,000 will be available to assist the town's electric customers who have difficulty paying their electric bills. Full Story
MODEL STUDENTS
Buckingham Elementary School held its first term Awards Assembly on Wednesday, Nov. 18. Receiving a certificate and a trophy for being model students in the fourth-grade academy after-school program are, from left, Amia Hickman, Alberto Alamillo and TyAire Brown. Full Story
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