FENWICK ISLAND – Fenwick Island’s town manager has been recognized as one of the nation’s top 100 influencers in local government.Last week, Engaging Local Government Leaders (ELGL) – a national organization for local government professionals – announced its winners for the 2018 Chris Traeger Award.The annual list recognizes the top 100 influencers in municipal government…. Read more »

SALISBURY – County leaders this week voted to reaffirm a legislative bill vetoed by the county executive that would require certain leases and contracts to be approved by the county council.On Tuesday, the Wicomico County Council voted to reaffirm a legislative bill that was vetoed by County Executive Bob Culver.The legislative bill, adopted on Nov…. Read more »

SALISBURY – Officials in Wicomico County this week approved a $489,000 loan to keep a county-owned nursing home operating through the remainder of the fiscal year.On Tuesday, the Wicomico County Council voted to approve a loan in the amount of $489,320 to the Wicomico Nursing Home. The loan will provide for projected operating expenses at… Read more »

NEWARK – Worcester Technical High School will advance to the next round in a national STEM competition for a chance to win new technology.Worcester Technical High School has been named one of five state finalists in this year’s Samsung Solve for Tomorrow Contest, a national program that encourages students to solve complex issues in their… Read more »

SALISBURY – Education officials and parents came before county officials this week to highlight the need for funding school projects at a public hearing on the proposed Capital Improvement Program.On Monday, officials in Wicomico County held a public hearing on the proposed 2020-2024 Capital Improvement Program (CIP), a planning document which outlines major projects in… Read more »

SALISBURY – A new animal ordinance became law in Wicomico County last week, but without the approval of the county executive.After months of research and back-and-forth discussion, the Wicomico County Council last month approved a new animal control ordinance that would better promote the safety and welfare of domestic animals and make it easier for… Read more »

SALISBURY – County residents last week voiced their support and concerns for the development of a public park.Last week, residents gathered in a public input session to share their ideas for the development of a county-owned property known as Pirate’s Wharf.In October, the county announced it had received a $820,000 grant from the National Parks… Read more »

SALISBURY – Officials in Wicomico County will not move forward with plans to purchase land for the expansion of an adjacent landfill.This week, County Executive Bob Culver confirmed he has withdrawn his request to purchase 69 acres of land adjacent to the Newland Park Landfill on Brick Kiln Road. He said members of the Wicomico… Read more »