Wicomico Deputy Cleared In Fatal Shooting Case; Officer’s Reaction Deemed ‘Reasonable’

SALISBURY — A Wicomico County Sheriff’s deputy will not be charged in the fatal shooting of a suspect during an incident last March, the Wicomico County State’s Attorney’s Office announced this week after the completion of a lengthy investigation.Around 1:45 a.m. last March 3, Wicomico County Sheriff’s deputies responded to the Olivia Street area in… Read more »

A Week In Business

Broker PromotionSALISBURY — Wayne Morris Sr., owner of Century 21 Harbor Realty in Salisbury, has announced the promotion of Rebecca Lewis to the position of broker of record for the agency.Former broker John Blake is stepping down to associate broker after successfully leading the team at Century 21 Harbor Realty for the past eight years…. Read more »

Shore Publishing Company Adds Solar System To Berlin Office; Tax Credits Help Make Project Feasible

Shore Publishing Company Adds Solar System To Berlin Office; Tax Credits Help Make Project Feasible

BERLIN — Thanks to a partnership with Ultra Solar & Wind Solutions, a local publishing company is now utilizing solar power to operate its office.Located on Old Ocean City Boulevard in Berlin, The Dispatch’s new solar system, which went online Dec. 9 after two months of financial, feasibility and engineering studies, consists of 58 panels… Read more »

Things To Do Around Town

Things To Do Around Town

Every 1st Friday:Star Charities Volunteers Meet10 a.m., Ocean Pines Library. For more information, 410-641-7667.Every Saturday: Weekly Farmers Market8 a.m.-1 p.m., White Horse Park, 239 Ocean Parkway, Ocean Pines. Year-round featuring locally grown vegetables, fruits, eggs, honey, kettle corn, flowers, artisan breads, seafood, meats and more. New vendors welcome. For more information, 410-641-7717.Every Saturday: Morning WorshipYear… Read more »

Williams And Aluma Named November Premier Players Of The Month By Premier Driving School

Williams And Aluma Named November Premier Players Of The Month By Premier Driving School

Stephen Decatur High School seniors Hailey Williams and Keve Aluma were named the November Premier Players of the Month for swimming and basketball, respectively. Each month Premier Driving School recognizes a male and female athlete who excel in their sport, as a leader, and in the classroom. Williams and Aluma are pictured with Assistant Principal… Read more »

Salisbury Police Investigate Counterfeit Scheme

SALISBURY — Salisbury Police this week are seeking the public’s help in identifying the suspects wanted in connection with a series of incidents involving counterfeit currency over the last two weeks including the passage of phony movie prop $100 bills.Salisbury Police detectives are currently investigating several incidents of counterfeit bills being distributed throughout the city… Read more »

Worcester Prep’s Lower School Celebrates “Book Character Day”

Worcester Prep’s Lower School celebrated “Book Character Day” last month. To encourage a love of reading, teachers and students dressed as their favorite book characters for the day. In addition to elaborate costumes, each homeroom participated in a “Decorate Your Door Contest” following the theme, “Carnival of Books.” Above left, fourth grader Vanesska Hall dressed… Read more »

Voices From The Readers

Voices From The Readers

Joel Colton Was Key Part Of J/R’sEditor:(Editor’s Note: In response to last week’s press release, “End Of An Era In Ocean City For J/R’s, Owner Jack Hubberman,” the family of Joel Colton, the co-founder, wished to respond regarding the history of the restaurant.)I remember very clearly when my father told me he was going to open… Read more »