OCEAN CITY – Ocean City Police Chief Ross Buzzuro said his department is actively seeking vendors and testing equipment for a body-worn camera system, but warned resort leaders this week its implementation would be a costly endeavor.In a meeting of the Ocean City Police Commission on Monday, Buzzuro said the department was moving forward in… Read more »
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County Officials Question Premium Pay For Some, Not Others
SALISBURY – Why premium pay is being considered for some county employees and not for others was a question on the minds of Wicomico officials last week as they met to discuss an incentive program using federal funds.In a work session last week, the Wicomico County Council met with Acting County Executive John Psota and… Read more »
Library Plans Hinge On Demo Grant
SNOW HILL – Library officials say they are awaiting the results of a state demolition grant before the county can move for with the acquisition of land for the construction of a new Pocomoke branch.On Tuesday, Library Director Jennifer Ranck presented the Worcester County Library Board of Trustees with an update regarding plans for a… Read more »
Worcester County Fair Returns To Snow Hill This Weekend
SNOW HILL – Community members are invited to Byrd Park this weekend to celebrate the return of the Worcester County Fair.While COVID-19 restrictions forced organizers to cancel last year’s event, the Worcester County Fair will return to Snow Hill Sept. 17-19.The traditional country-style fair will feature games, music, animal exhibits, food, vendors, demonstrations, and arts… Read more »
OC Strategic Bike Plan Underway
OCEAN CITY – A review of the ongoing bike strategic planning process highlighted a resort committee meeting last week.In a meeting of the Ocean City Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee (BPAC) last Wednesday, Planning and Community Development Director Bill Neville provided an update on the development of a resort-wide bike strategic plan.This summer, officials announced… Read more »
School Board Meeting Canceled Over Refusal To Wear Masks; Most Attendees Violated Protocols
SALISBURY – Education officials are looking to reschedule a monthly meeting of the Wicomico County Board of Education after attendees this week refused to follow masking requirements.On Tuesday evening, following a 15-minute closed session, the Wicomico County Board of Education (WCBOE) was prepared to begin the public portion of its monthly meeting. Board members, however,… Read more »
Ocean City Police Begins Body Camera Trial
OCEAN CITY – Ocean City Police Chief Ross Buzzuro said his department is actively seeking vendors and testing equipment for a body-worn camera system, but warned resort leaders this week its implementation would be a costly endeavor.In a meeting of the Ocean City Police Commission on Monday, Buzzuro said the department was moving forward in… Read more »
County Seeks ‘Proactive’ Approach With OP Golf Course Irrigation Plan
OCEAN PINES – County officials say they are seeking the association’s support to use effluent water to irrigate the Ocean Pines Golf Course.Last Thursday, association staff and county officials held a town hall meeting to discuss the possibility of using effluent water on the community’s golf course.“We are not under orders to do this project,”… Read more »
Wicomico Council Approves Funding For West Metro Core Park Planning
SALISBURY – County leaders voted this week to approve $100,000 in funding for park planning at the West Metro Core property in Wicomico.On Tuesday, the Wicomico County Council voted unanimously to amend the fiscal year 2022 capital budget and fiscal years 2022-2026 Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) to include $100,000 for the development of a park… Read more »
Salisbury Zoo Shares Red Wolf Passed Away At 11
SALISBURY – With sadness, the Salisbury Zoo announced this week the passing of its male red wolf, Scout. The wolf lived to be 11 years old, spending seven years of his life at the Salisbury Zoo.The zoo currently has one red wolf, a 9-year old female named Shiloh. She continues to educate the public about… Read more »