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A Berlin daycare worker is facing assault and child abuse charges after an eight-month-old baby was brought to the hospital with a broken leg.While the investigation is ongoing and more charges a...

https://mdcoastdispatch.com/2024/02/22/felony-child-abuse-charge-filed-against-former-berlin-daycare-worker-woman-also-facing-14-assault-counts/

Plans for a Wawa in Berlin got preliminary approval this week but developers will have to work elements of the town’s architecture into the design if they want the project to come to fruition.A...

https://mdcoastdispatch.com/2024/02/15/proposed-wawas-site-plan-moves-forward-planning-commission-seeks-design-improvements/

OCEAN CITY – Industry leaders are following a bill that will impact tipped workers in the local hospitality sector.In January, Maryland legislators introduced a bill that will, among other thin...

https://mdcoastdispatch.com/2024/02/01/bill-to-eliminate-tipped-credit-worries-local-restaurant-operators/

OCEAN CITY – The construction of “little libraries” is expected to benefit an uptown community.Last summer, Caine Woods Community Association resident Finian Dudley,16, began an effort to c...

https://mdcoastdispatch.com/2024/02/01/eagle-scout-project-completed-to-service-caine-woods/

OCEAN CITY – Proposed increases to Ocean City’s water and wastewater rates will advance following a presentation this week.On Tuesday, NewGen Strategies and Solutions Partner Eric Callocchia ...

https://mdcoastdispatch.com/2024/02/01/ocean-city-eyes-utility-rate-increases/

Coastal Hospice is notifying affected individuals following a 2023 data security incident.Late last month, Coastal Hospice began notifying affected individuals regarding a network disruption that...

https://mdcoastdispatch.com/2024/02/01/hospice-says-data-breached-security-technicians-secure-information-after-incident-in-july-precautions-taken/

After nearly three decades of service, Calvin B. Taylor Bank President and Chief Executive Officer Raymond M. Thompson will retire at the end of this year.According to a news release, Thompson wi...

https://mdcoastdispatch.com/2024/02/01/longtime-taylor-bank-president-ceo-to-retire-current-executive-vp-cfo-named-successor/

OCEAN CITY – Resort officials this week voted to approve a monster truck event slated for next fall.On Tuesday, Special Events Director Frank Miller presented the Mayor and Council with the ter...

https://mdcoastdispatch.com/2024/02/01/oc-estimates-3500-people-per-day-at-new-monster-truck-event/

Efforts to bring a community center to Flower Street remain underway, according to municipal officials.Mayor Zack Tyndall said the Berlin Community Center Advisory Committee has been meeting regu...

https://mdcoastdispatch.com/2024/02/01/efforts-continue-to-build-community-center/

SNOW HILL — The majority of Worcester County is expected to have access to high-speed internet by the end of the year.Thanks to the efforts of Talkie Communications, Choptank Fiber, Simple Fibe...

https://mdcoastdispatch.com/2024/02/01/companies-making-huge-strides-with-broadband-work/

Resort officials are one step closer to implementing a new special event fee structure.On Tuesday, the Ocean City Council voted unanimously to approve revisions to the town’s private events pol...

https://mdcoastdispatch.com/2024/02/01/special-event-fee-policy-overhaul-continues/

A machine to help save the lives of people undergoing cardiac arrest could soon be available in Berlin parks.The Berlin Lions Club has expressed interest in providing $6,000 toward the purchase o...

https://mdcoastdispatch.com/2024/02/01/lions-club-wants-to-provide-aeds-inside-all-berlin-parks/

Coastal Hospice is notifying affected individuals following a 2023 data security incident.Late last month, Coastal Hospice began notifying affected individuals regarding a network disruption that...

https://mdcoastdispatch.com/2024/02/01/coastal-hospice-notifies-community-of-data-breach/

OCEAN CITY – An offshore wind company has withdrawn its agreement with the Maryland Public Service Commission as it looks to reposition its Skipjack project.Last Thursday, Ørsted announced it ...

https://mdcoastdispatch.com/2024/02/01/ocean-city-takes-cautious-approach-to-orsted-announcement/

BERLIN – A local student was recently recognized for winning a regional design contest.On Jan. 18, representatives with the Delmarva Shorebirds visited Berlin Intermediate School to recognize s...

https://mdcoastdispatch.com/2024/02/01/student-surprised-to-win-shorebirds-design-contest/

The Appellate Court of Maryland will convene March 1 to hear oral arguments regarding the dismissal of charges against Tyler Mailloux.On Friday, March 1, the Court of Appeals will hear oral argum...

https://mdcoastdispatch.com/2024/02/01/appeals-court-sets-date-for-oral-arguments-in-knupp-case/

OCEAN PINES – Plans to host a kick-off event will move forward in Ocean Pines with the board’s support.Last Saturday, the Ocean Pines Board of Directors voted unanimously to approve an OPA Se...

https://mdcoastdispatch.com/2024/01/25/opa-season-kickoff-approved/

SNOW HILL – Flooding on Route 12 during a recent storm prompted county officials to ask the state for drainage improvements.The Worcester County Commissioners voted unanimously last week to sen...

https://mdcoastdispatch.com/2024/01/25/county-seeks-fix-to-rt-12-drainage-issue/

OCEAN PINES – A town hall meeting will allow association members to learn more about the coming year’s budget.During a board meeting last Saturday, General Manager John Viola announced plans ...

https://mdcoastdispatch.com/2024/01/25/ocean-pines-plans-town-hall-meeting-for-budget-review/

BERLIN — The bitter cold outside last Wednesday night did not dissuade dozens of residents from venturing out to talk about the Town of Berlin’s strategic plan at St. Paul’s Church on Flowe...

https://mdcoastdispatch.com/2024/01/25/berlin-residents-discuss-gentrification-concerns/

OCEAN PINES – A soft shoreline project is expected to stabilize the South Gate pond.General Manager John Viola said the Ocean Pines Association is working with the Maryland Coastal Bays Program...

https://mdcoastdispatch.com/2024/01/25/officials-eye-pond-stabilization-project/

BERLIN – Town officials agreed to seek bids for a water main relocation this week.On Monday, the Berlin Town Council unanimously approved a request for proposals (RFP) for water improvements on...

https://mdcoastdispatch.com/2024/01/25/council-approves-rfp-for-water-main-move/

BERLIN – Elected officials agreed this week to preorder a new trash truck in hopes that it will arrive by the end of the year.The Berlin Town Council voted 4-0 on Monday to spend $416,000 on a ...

https://mdcoastdispatch.com/2024/01/25/berlin-to-purchase-new-trash-truck/

SNOW HILL – A Snow Hill Middle School teacher is one of 12 finalists in a nationwide contest that could earn the school’s library a makeover.With the help of his students, Beau Williams, libr...

https://mdcoastdispatch.com/2024/01/25/shms-finalist-in-nationwide-library-makeover-contest/

SNOW HILL – County officials agreed to take advantage of a sale to purchase new emergency services radios.At the request of Worcester County Emergency Services staff, the Worcester County Commi...

https://mdcoastdispatch.com/2024/01/25/commissioners-approve-338k-radio-purchase/

OCEAN CITY – Ocean City Mayor Rick Meehan warned that city government is prepared to go to court to challenge federal approval of wind development off the coast if the project reaches that stag...

https://mdcoastdispatch.com/2024/01/25/offshore-wind-opposition-rallies-at-harris-hearing/

OCEAN PINES – Representatives of a local organization will provide an update on the Jenkins Point restoration project next week.On Monday, Jan. 29, the Maryland Coastal Bays Program (MCBP) will...

https://mdcoastdispatch.com/2024/01/25/jenkins-point-meeting-set-for-next-week/

BERLIN – During the month of October 2023, Blue Water Development, an Ocean City-based real estate developer specializing in commercial and hospitality properties, investment and management, he...

https://mdcoastdispatch.com/2024/01/25/inaugural-blue-turns-pink-campaign-supports-cancer-center/

OCEAN CITY – Efforts to get the enabling legislation passed that would allow Ocean City to increase the room tax rate are once again underway.On Wednesday, the Senate’s Budget and Taxation Co...

https://mdcoastdispatch.com/2024/01/25/efforts-to-increase-room-tax-cap-begin-in-annapolis/

OCEAN CITY – Officials last week approved a code amendment that will allow habitable attics, but not before making a compromise on parking requirements.Last week, the Ocean City Council voted 6...

https://mdcoastdispatch.com/2024/01/25/habitable-attic-ordinance-passes-second-reading-officials-compromise-on-parking/

SNOW HILL– A Snow Hill Middle School teacher is one of 12 finalists in a nationwide contest that could earn the school’s library a makeover.With the help of his students, Beau Williams, libra...

https://mdcoastdispatch.com/2024/01/24/snow-hill-middle-school-librarian-named-finalist-in-national-contest/

BERLIN – Various projects aimed at increasing pedestrian safety highlight the town’s annual transportation priority list.On Monday, the town council approved a letter that will be sent to the...

https://mdcoastdispatch.com/2024/01/24/berlin-council-shares-transportation-priorities/

OCEAN PINES – A soft shoreline project is expected to stabilize the South Gate pond.General Manager John Viola said the Ocean Pines Association is working with the Maryland Coastal Bays Program...

https://mdcoastdispatch.com/2024/01/23/pines-officials-eye-pond-stabilization-project/

BERLIN– Demolition work at Heron Park is expected to start within 30 days following selection of a contractor this week.The Berlin Town Council on Monday accepted a $112,715 bid from JNT Enterp...

https://mdcoastdispatch.com/2024/01/23/berlin-officials-award-heron-park-demolition-bid/

OCEAN CITY – Resort planners last week got a better understanding of tourism data as they look to update Ocean City’s comprehensive plan.Last Wednesday, the Ocean City Planning and Zoning Com...

https://mdcoastdispatch.com/2024/01/22/resort-planners-tourism-director-talk-population-as-comp-plan-update-begins/

WEST OCEAN CITY– The future of Diakonia’s long-planned expansion is in jeopardy following a decision by county officials last week.Supporters of Diakonia are exploring all options in the wake...

https://mdcoastdispatch.com/2024/01/22/diakonia-officials-exploring-options-following-county-sewer-decision/

BERLIN– A lifelong Berlin resident known for his devotion to the Berlin Little League and dedication to preserving the town’s historic architecture is this year’s recipient of the Berlin Aw...

https://mdcoastdispatch.com/2024/01/19/berlin-award-returns-nornie-bunting-honored-as-2023-recipient/

OCEAN CITY – Resort officials have appointed a new planning and community development director.Last week, the Mayor and Council voted to appoint George M. Bendler as the new director of plannin...

https://mdcoastdispatch.com/2024/01/18/oc-names-new-planning-director/

OCEAN CITY – Resort officials this week voted to approve a terms sheet for this year’s Race World Offshore Boat Race, which will be supported by a $110,000 contribution from Ocean City.On Tue...

https://mdcoastdispatch.com/2024/01/18/oc-council-oks-powerboat-racing-event-for-june-7-9/

OCEAN CITY – A public hearing is expected to give expert witnesses an opportunity to testify on the local impacts of offshore wind.On Saturday, Jan. 20, Congressman Andy Harris will hold a publ...

https://mdcoastdispatch.com/2024/01/18/congressman-to-host-offshore-wind-hearing/

BERLIN – The following represents a collection of press releases recently received announcing local students’ achievements in college. Connor Hudson of Berlin has been named to the Southern N...

https://mdcoastdispatch.com/2024/01/18/announcements-january-19-2024/

SNOW HILL – County officials approved a growth allocation request this week that is expected to allow a local campground to expand.The Worcester County Commissioners voted unanimously on Tuesda...

https://mdcoastdispatch.com/2024/01/18/campground-expansion-advances/

OCEAN PINES – A review of the association’s proposed spending plan highlighted a recent meeting of the Ocean Pines board.Last Thursday, the Ocean Pines Association (OPA) Board of Directors me...

https://mdcoastdispatch.com/2024/01/18/ocean-pines-board-reviews-fy24-25-spending-plan/

SNOW HILL – The county will see about $14 million in additional revenue related to the latest property reassessments.Phil Thompson, the county’s finance officer, provided the Worcester County...

https://mdcoastdispatch.com/2024/01/18/county-expects-14m-in-new-tax-revenue-from-assessments/

BERLIN — The winners of the annual Assateague Island Superintendent’s Award and the Assateague Island Safety Award were recently announced.The Superintendent’s Award is given to an employee...

https://mdcoastdispatch.com/2024/01/18/assateague-island-announces-annual-award-winners/

OCEAN CITY – Ocean City Jeep Week will return this year, but on a different weekend.On Tuesday, the Ocean City Council voted to approve the return of Ocean City Jeep Week, scheduled for May 9-1...

https://mdcoastdispatch.com/2024/01/18/ocean-city-jeep-week-approved-for-new-may-date/

SNOW HILL – Diakonia will not be able get sewer capacity from the Town of Ocean City following a decision by county officials this week.On Tuesday, a motion in front of the Worcester County Com...

https://mdcoastdispatch.com/2024/01/18/divided-commission-votes-against-ocs-sewer-offer-to-diakonia-expanded-transitional-housing-operations-future-in-jeopardy/

SNOW HILL – The county will see about $14 million in additional revenue related to the latest property reassessments.Phil Thompson, the county’s finance officer, provided the Worcester County...

https://mdcoastdispatch.com/2024/01/18/county-expects-14m-jump-in-property-tax-revenue-from-oc-assessment-boom/

SNOW HILL– The county will see about $14 million in additional revenue related to the latest property reassessments.Phil Thompson, the county’s finance officer, provided the Worcester County ...

https://mdcoastdispatch.com/2024/01/17/county-officials-discuss-increase-in-property-tax-revenue/

SNOW HILL– The Worcester County Commissioners this week voted 5-2 to find a way to work public comments into their meetings.While some expressed interest in one-on-one communication with consti...

https://mdcoastdispatch.com/2024/01/17/commissioners-vote-5-2-to-incorporate-public-comment-into-meetings/