FENWICK ISLAND – Controversy surrounding a proposed shuttle service highlighted a recent meeting of the Fenwick Island Town Council.In a council meeting late last month, Councilman Bill Weistling went on the record to address an organization’s statements pertaining to a proposed shuttle service in Fenwick Island.“It’s a little concerning, we had an open meeting and… Read more »

SALISBURY – Citing the need for additional information, officials in Wicomico County last week agreed to postpone their decision on a sole source vendor request.Last week, the Wicomico County Council voted to postpone a resolution authorizing a software company as a sole source vendor for the county’s Emergency Rental Assistance Program.“I’ll make a motion to… Read more »

OCEAN CITY – Officials say a new bike repair station has been installed at the south end of the Boardwalk.On Wednesday, members of the Ocean City Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee (BPAC) announced the installation of a new bike repair station at the Worcester Street police substation.Committee President Paul Mauser said the repair station will… Read more »

OCEAN CITY – A proposal to have the town donate confiscated bikes instead of selling them at auction was discussed at the resort committee level this week.Each year, the town of Ocean City auctions off bikes that have been confiscated for one reason or another. Last month, however, members of the Ocean City Bicycle and… Read more »

SALISBURY – Less than a week remains for families to apply for a virtual learning option.In a meeting of the Wicomico County Board of Education on Tuesday, Chief Academic Officer Rick Briggs reminded families interested in virtual learning for the 2021-2022 academic year to submit their applications, which will remain open through Thursday, June 17.“Once… Read more »

FENWICK ISLAND – Officials say outsourcing the town’s mowing would give the public works department time to address tidal flooding issues along the bayside.Last Friday, the Fenwick Island Town Council voted 6-1, with Councilwoman Vicki Carmean opposed, to approve a $13,000 contract for mowing services. Town Manager Terry Tieman said hiring an outside contractor to… Read more »

SALISBURY – County officials this week adopted a $161 million budget for the coming fiscal year.On Tuesday, the Wicomico County Council voted unanimously to approve a spending plan of $161,144,944 for fiscal year 2022, but not before amending the budget to eliminate more than $330,000 in contingency funding from two county departments.“If you need the… Read more »

FENWICK ISLAND – With nearly two months remaining until the annual election, the town is seeking qualified candidates wishing to serve on the town council.On Aug. 7, Fenwick Island will hold its annual election to fill four positions on the Fenwick Island Town Council with terms expiring in 2021. The seats are currently held by… Read more »