BERLIN – The Worcester County Library will not pursue plans for a new branch on a lot in downtown Pocomoke after learning the results of an environmental study.In a Worcester County Library Board of Trustees meeting this month, Director Jennifer Ranck announced the decision to forego the construction of a new Pocomoke branch on a… Read more »
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Worcester Libraries Mulling Limited Reopening To Patrons
BERLIN – As the library works through the phases of its reopening plan, officials this week discussed when and how its branches would reopen to the public in a limited capacity.On Oct. 13, Library Director Jennifer Ranck presented the Worcester County Library Board of Trustees with an update on virtual programs, digital usage and services… Read more »
Wicomico Boat Ramp Will Honor Late Executive
SALISBURY – County leaders voted unanimously this week to dedicate a future boat ramp at the new Pirate’s Wharf Park in honor of the late County Executive Bob Culver.On what would have been his 68th birthday, the Wicomico County Council Tuesday passed a resolution dedicating a proposed boat ramp at Pirate’s Wharf Park to commemorate… Read more »
Contingency Account To Fund Project Shortfall
SALISBURY – County officials this week agreed to fund a $255,000 overage for the rehabilitation of the Morris Mill Dam, which was completed earlier this summer.On Tuesday, the Wicomico County Council voted unanimously to amend its fiscal years 2021-2025 Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) and appropriate $255,435 from contingency to fund a project overage for the… Read more »
Wicomico Reappoints Legal Counsel
SALISBURY – Wicomico’s legislative body agreed this week to rehire Paul Wilber to serve as county attorney, more than a year after his termination.On Tuesday, the Wicomico County Council voted unanimously to confirm Wilber’s appointment as county attorney and to engage the law firm of Webb, Cornbrooks, Wilber, Vorhis, Douse & Mathers, LLP to serve… Read more »
Three Area Realtors Honored With Lifetime Achievement Awards
BERLIN – The Coastal Association of REALTORS recognized three winners of the Lifetime Achievement Award this week.On Wednesday, the Coastal Association of REALTORS (CAR) recognized Joy Snyder, Marlene Ott and Paul Faulstich with a 2020 Lifetime Achievement Award.Each year, CAR honors members through several awards.The Lifetime Achievement Award is given to those members who have… Read more »
New Fenwick Hotel Granted Inside Alcohol License After 7-Hour Hearing; Pool Bar Decision Delayed For Now After Opposition
FENWICK ISLAND – With approval to license the facility’s interior for alcohol sales and consumption, the connections of a new Fenwick Island hotel now await a state commissioner’s decision regarding a second-floor pool deck.In a seven-hour-long public hearing Tuesday, the Delaware Office of the Alcoholic Beverage Control Commissioner (OABCC), headed by Commissioner John Cordrey, granted… Read more »
The Cricket Center Holding ‘Hands Across Worcester’ Campaign; Nonprofits Turning To Virtual Fundraisers This Fall
BERLIN – A virtual fundraising event is expected to help a local advocacy center as it continues to offer support services to abused and neglected children in Worcester County.From Oct. 21 through Oct. 30, the Cricket Center – Worcester County’s only child advocacy center – will hold its “Hands Across Worcester” virtual fundraising event.Wendy Myers,… Read more »
Resort Scores $80K Bikeways Grant
OCEAN CITY – Nearly $80,000 in grant funding will allow the resort to develop a strategic plan for completing its continuous bike path.In a meeting of the Ocean City Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee this week, President Paul Mauser announced the town had been awarded $79,700 through the Maryland Department of Transportation’s (MDOT) Kim Lamphier… Read more »
Report Recaps September Activity
OCEAN CITY – A report on police statistics for September highlighted the impact of last month’s unsanctioned pop-up car rally.On Wednesday, Ocean City Police Department Chief Ross Buzzuro presented the Ocean City Police Commission with a report on police activity for the month of September.Compared to the same time period last year, officer calls for… Read more »