SALISBURY – A local blood bank is seeking plasma donations from those who have recovered from COVID-19.Last month, Blood Bank of Delmarva joined several blood centers across the country to increase the nation’s supply of convalescent plasma by collecting donations from those who have recovered from COVID-19 to treat other patients with advanced COVID-19 infections.“We’re… Read more »
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What Will Voting Look Like In June?
SALISBURY – With less than a month remaining until the June 2 primary election, officials in Wicomico County this week outlined efforts to ensure all eligible voters have a chance to cast their ballots.On Tuesday, Wicomico County Board of Elections Director Anthony Gutierrez came before the Wicomico County Council to discuss voting procedures for the… Read more »
Del. Mayors Outline Reopening Hopes
FENWICK ISLAND – As Ocean City prepares to open its beach and Boardwalk on Saturday, it appears elected leaders in coastal Delaware towns are not yet ready to do the same.Last Friday, the Association of Coastal Towns (ACT) – composed of the seven coastal communities that include Lewes, Henlopen Acres, Rehoboth, Dewey, Bethany, South Bethany… Read more »
Wicomico Collects Budget Input
SALISBURY – Requests to maintain school and library funding highlighted a public hearing on Wicomico County’s proposed budget this week.On Wednesday, the Wicomico County Council held a public hearing on County Executive Bob Culver’s proposed budget for fiscal year 2021.“The primary focus of this budget is to effectively address Wicomico County’s core service needs: public… Read more »
Atlantic General Honors Nurses With Pipes, Drums Tribute
BERLIN – A local pipe and drum band paid tribute to caregivers at Atlantic General Hospital this week in honor of National Nurses Week.On Monday, members of Ocean City Pipes and Drums gathered in the parking lot of Atlantic General Hospital to recognize its caregivers as the facility kicks off National Nurses Week.Because of the… Read more »
County To Preserve Waterfront Land
SALISBURY – Officials in Wicomico County approved the acquisition of a conservation easement last week in an effort to preserve more than 100 acres of land within the Quantico Creek watershed.Last week, the Wicomico County Council voted 5-0 to approve a resolution authorizing the county to acquire a 114.37-acre easement within the Quantico Creek Rural… Read more »
Salisbury Now Offering Emergency Homeless Camp
SALISBURY – An emergency encampment for homeless individuals is now open in Salisbury.Late last month, the City of Salisbury – in partnership with several agencies – opened Camp Hope, an emergency encampment for homeless individuals in the community.As residents shelter at home during the COVID-19 outbreak, officials said Camp Hope will offer temporary accommodations for… Read more »
Proprietors Kick Off Donation Drive To Help Families In Need
WEST OCEAN CITY – A local family’s effort to collect food and baby supplies for those in need gained the attention and support of community members this week.Since Monday, Justin and Brittney Acita – proprietors of Pickles Pub and Sello’s Italian Oven & Bar – have been busy collecting donations for local families in need.After… Read more »
Coastal Del. Businesses Participate In Recovery Town Hall; More Questions Than Answers For Most
BERLIN – Questions and comments surrounding Delaware’s efforts to restart its economy highlighted a virtual town hall meeting this week with members of the eastern Sussex County business community.On Monday, the Delaware Division of Small Business and the Delaware Prosperity Partnership joined with state and local representatives and local chambers of commerce to host the… Read more »
Virtual Public Hearing Planned On Wicomico Airport Water Project
SALISBURY – The Wicomico County Airport Commission will hold a virtual public forum on a water main extension project at the urging of county officials and residents.On April 30, the Wicomico County Airport Commission will hold a virtual public forum to answer all questions about the Salisbury Regional Airport water project. The hearing will begin… Read more »