At age 107, he’s seen it all and then some The question isn’t what you would give a 107-year-old person for his birthday, but what someone of that age might be able to give you. And the answer is:...
Deborah Wooten Bishopville It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Deborah Carl Wooten, of Bishopville, who departed life on January 16, 2026, at the age of 77. Born February 25, 1...
Peggy A. Janis Berlin Peggy Ann (Herzog) Janis passed away on Friday, January 23, 2026 in Annapolis, Maryland, with her daughter, Jennifer, by her side. She was eighty-three years old. Peggy embodie...
Joann Katherine (Hesse) Wengert Ocean Pines Joann Wengert passed away on January 17, 2026, at the age of 77. Born on Oct. 25, 1948, She was the compassionate and caring wife of George “Tom”...
Theresa Rae Diefendorf Berlin Theresa Rae Diefendorf, age 62, passed away at her home on January 9, 2026. Born in New York City on March 10, 1963, she was the daughter of the late Stuart and Sheila (W...
Redistricting wrong here and elsewhere Oh, boo-hoo to Maryland’s Republican lawmakers who are yowling about the unfairness of the Democrats’ effort to redistrict Rep. Andy Harris (R-1st) out of a ...
Tyson project process needs to be efficient Palmer Gillis’ company, Coastal Ventures Properties, has a few ideas for the redevelopment of the Tyson Foods properties on Old Ocean City Boulevard in Be...
Carol E. Mills Ocean Pines Carol Elizabeth Mills of Ocean Pines passed away November 18, 2025, after a prolonged battle with Alzheimer’s Disease. She was 92. She was born to Clarence and Bertha Hahn...
William P. Rogers Jr. Bishopville William (Billy) Purnell Rogers Jr, passed away peacefully on January 14, 2026 at 59 years young. Billy was born on June 18, 1966 to parents Jacqueline Tingle Rogers a...
New legislation requires towns to allow accessory dwellings By Tara Fischer Staff Writer The Berlin mayor and Town Council began early discussions this week on how the town will comply with a new stat...
Glass cremation keepsake wins grant to help company expand with new enterprise By Tara Fischer Staff Writer A new branch of Berlin-based business Jeffrey Auxer Designs will continue to provide memoria...
By Tara Fischer Staff Writer Stephen Decatur High School’s head basketball coach Bryon Johnson was taken into custody last week on charges related to an alleged sexual assault of a minor. Johnson, k...
By Tara Fischer Staff Writer Nearly every establishment in Berlin will welcome patrons with delicious eats and great deals during the town’s tenth annual Restaurant Week. This year’s multiday even...
By Tara Fischer Staff Writer Although the town’s New Year’s Eve ball drop drew a strong turnout, the mayor and Town Council on Monday wondered if a later start time or additional activities could ...
By Tara Fischer Staff Writer The Maryland State Firefighters’ Association (MSFA) is relocating its annual parade from Ocean City to downtown Berlin this summer, citing a consistent decline in partic...
Berlin will bring new life to fire co. parade The Maryland State Firefighters’ Association and the Town of Berlin — once people see the trucks, cars and specialty vehicles, as well as the marching...
County should halt overdevelopment Editor, (The following letter was sent to the Worcester County Commissioners for inclusion in the public hearing concerning the proposed housing and retail developme...
Phil Scruggs Ocean City Family and friends are devastated to announce the passing of our adored Phil Scruggs at the age of 53. Phil was one of the kindest, good-hearted souls you could ever meet. He l...
Patricia Farry Stewart Berlin Patricia Farry Stewart, 89, affectionately known as “Patsy,” passed away on Tuesday Dec. 23 in Berlin. Patsy was born and raised in Wilmington, Delaware, daughter of ...
Donna Marie Atwell Cavallaro Ocean Pines Donna Marie Atwell Cavallaro, 71, of Ocean Pines, passed away on Dec. 18, 2025, surrounded by loved ones. Born on Nov. 20, 1954, in Philadelphia, she was the d...
OPA members should attend next town hall Considering that members of the Ocean Pines Association had already agreed to chip in up to $3.4 million to help the Ocean Pines Volunteer Fire Department buil...
Linda Abbott Lynch Berlin Linda Abbott Lynch, age 79, passed away on December 23, 2025 in Salisbury, Maryland. Born on July 25, 1946 in Salisbury, Maryland, she was the daughter of the late William Ab...
William Richard Serman Snow Hill William “Bill” Richard Serman, of Snow Hill, MD a beloved figure in the hearts of many, passed away peacefully on December 23, 2025, at the age of 90. Born on May ...
School investigation information shortage As the rumor mill turns with greater momentum every day, facts are scarce about the apparent investigation into … well, there’s the problem. Beyond kn...
Berlin looking outside The Town of Berlin is doing the right thing by seeking its new police chief from outside the town’s ranks, simply because it lets town officials work with a much deeper pool...