BERLIN– Smart meters should be monitoring water usage at homes in Berlin by this fall.The Berlin Town Council voted unanimously this week to proceed with issuing a request for proposals (RFP) for smart meter installation. Meters should be in place this fall.“Bids will be due on May 4,” said Jamey Latchum, the town’s director of... Read more » The post Berlin To Issue RFP For Smart Meter Installation appeared first on News Ocean City Maryland Coast Dispatch...READ POST.

BERLIN – The town will kick off a busy season of events with the Berlin Spring Celebration on April 8.An egg hunt, breakfast with the Easter Bunny and a bonnet parade are among the attractions at this year’s Spring Celebration. The event will run from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday, April 8.“We’ve taken... Read more » The post Berlin Adds New Elements To Next Weekend’s Spring Celebration appeared first on News Ocean City Maryland Coast Dispatch Newspaper. ...READ POST.

BERLIN– Atlantic General Hospital is currently notifying individuals whose personal information might be impacted by the cyberattack that occurred in January.On March 24, Atlantic General Hospital began mailing letters to potentially impacted individuals. The hospital also updated its website to include notice of a data privacy event.“AGH encourages individuals to remain vigilant against incidents of... Read more » The post Hospital To Notify Individuals Impacted By...READ POST.

BERLIN – A January contract discussion between Town of Berlin officials regarding the Berlin Fire Company should have been open to the public, according to the Maryland Open Meetings Compliance Board.The board on Friday issued an opinion advising that a Jan. 23 Berlin Town Council meeting about the Berlin Fire Company (BFC) should not have... Read more » The post UPDATED: Berlin Town Council Violates Open Meetings Act appeared first on News Ocean City Maryland Coast Dispatch...READ POST.

OCEAN CITY – Salary increases, additional public safety positions, and a tax rate above constant yield highlighted last week’s introduction of the fiscal year 2024 budget.Last Thursday, City Manager Terry McGean and Budget Manager Jennie Knapp presented the Mayor and Council with the fiscal year 2024 budget, launching a two-week review process. The proposed spending... Read more » The post Early OC Budget Proposal Maintains Same Tax Rate; Constant Rate Brings In Additional...READ POST.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e6vBBlmXLcgIt was a little windy inshore to start the day, but when that laid out this afternoon it was absolutely beautiful!  It was a great day to be on the water whether  you were catching anything or not.The big news of the day was the first flounder of the season caught in the back bay... Read more » The post First Two Flounder of the Season in the Bay and 19 Pound Tautog in the Ocean appeared first on News Ocean City Maryland Coast Dispatch...READ POST.

The Ladies from the local Shriner’s Auxiliary recently restocked the diaper supply at the Grace Center for Maternal and Women’s Health located in Berlin. Pictured with some of the diapers they delivered are April Lewis, Illustrious Commandress and member Michelle Briddell. The post Ladies Shriner’s Auxiliary Donated Diapers to the Grace Center appeared first on News Ocean City Maryland Coast Dispatch Newspaper. ...READ POST.

Last year seemed quieter than usual on the crime front in Ocean City, and the annual police report confirmed as much this week. Nearly every indicator – such as calls for service, assaults and serious crimes – were down considerably in 2022 compared to 2021. This is good news and seems to be a trend... Read more » The post Thoughts From The Publisher’s Desk – March 24, 2023 appeared first on News Ocean City Maryland Coast Dispatch Newspaper. ...READ POST.

ARIES (March 21 to April 19): The adventurous Aries won’t: be disappointed with taking on a new challenge, despite some initial misgivings. Look for this move to open other opportunities down the line.TAURUS (April 20 to May 20): Let that beautiful Bovine smile not only put you at ease, but also show that you’re ready,... Read more » The post What’s Your Sign? – March 24, 2023 appeared first on News Ocean City Maryland Coast Dispatch Newspaper. ...READ POST.