SALISBURY – A discussion on the financial impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic and various state mandates highlighted a public hearing on the fiscal year 2021 budget last week.Using a video conferencing program, Wicomico County Executive Bob Culver presented the public with a proposed operating budget of $153,250,029 for fiscal year 2021.“If anything can be said… Read more »
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Fenwick Adjusts Policies, Operations During Pandemic
FENWICK ISLAND – While it’s more or less business as usual for the town of Fenwick Island, officials are taking measures to protect their employees with a new workforce policy.Last Friday, the Fenwick Island Town Council voted unanimously to adopt a COVID-19 policy that would allow employees non-chargeable sick time if they or a dependent… Read more »
Developer Seeks Liquor License For New Hotel; Some Fenwick Residents Voice Opposition
FENWICK ISLAND – A local developer is seeking a liquor license for his new hotel, but some Fenwick residents are voicing their opposition to his requests.On March 2, developer Spiro Buas applied with the state’s Alcoholic Beverage Control Commissioner (ABCC) for a hotel liquor license with a patio permit and a variance to permit live… Read more »
Pip The Beach Cat Launches Online Morning Show
BERLIN – A local feline is using his social media presence to entertain and uplift members of the community.Last, Pip the Beach Cat – a local feline that’s amassed thousands of social media followers with his quirky behaviors – began his own morning show with owner Emily Meadows and assistant Gretchen Cooper.“We needed a personal… Read more »
Wicomico Approves Youth Commission
SALISBURY – Officials in Wicomico County agreed to establish a commission on local youth.Last week, the Wicomico County Council voted unanimously to establish a Wicomico County Youth Advisory Commission and to adopt bylaws for the organization.In November, the council held a work session on the proposed commission and sent a letter to the county executive… Read more »
Wicomico Inmates Creating Masks To Help Health Care Workers
SALISBURY – Efforts to sew face masks for health care workers began this week in both Wicomico and Worcester counties.As hospitals and care facilities across the nation contend with shortages of protective gear amid the COVID-19 pandemic, Master Corrections Officer Joann Johnson is spearheading an effort at the Wicomico County Department of Corrections to make… Read more »
Realtors Push For Earlier Effective Date Of Remote Settlement Legislation
BERLIN – As businesses across the state close or modify operations in the midst of a pandemic, an effort to allow remote transactions and settlements could keep the real estate industry afloat.Last year, the Maryland General Assembly passed Senate Bill 678, which allows for Remote Online Notorization (RON). The electronic notary service permits a notary… Read more »
Wicomico’s Young Heading To Worcester County Government
SALISBURY – A member of Wicomico County’s administration has resigned from his position to assume a similar role in Worcester County.Last week, Assistant Director of Administration Weston Young announced his resignation from Wicomico County government, effective April 3.On April 30, he will step into his new role as Worcester County’s assistant chief administrative officer, taking… Read more »
Wicomico Civic Center Facing ‘Revenue Challenges’
SALISBURY – A shortfall in the Wicomico Youth & Civic Center budget highlighted a meeting with county officials last week.In an open work session last week, representatives with Wicomico County Recreation, Parks and Tourism met with the Wicomico County Council to discuss the fiscal year 2020 budget for the Wicomico Youth & Civic Center.“I’m here… Read more »
Wicomico Extends Emergency Declaration By Two Weeks
SALISBURY – Officials in Wicomico County this week agreed to extend an emergency declaration by two weeks.On Monday, the Wicomico County Council held a special meeting by teleconference to extend a declaration of emergency in Wicomico County until April 8.Last week, County Executive Bob Culver issued a declaration of emergency for Wicomico County amid the… Read more »
