BERLIN – Two local groups, created to bring awareness to addiction in Worcester County, are merging to form a new organization.This week, the Worcester County Warriors Against Opiate Addiction announced its merger with Worcester Goes Purple. Officials said the new organization, Worcester Goes Purple Warriors Against Addiction, will continue the mission of reducing stigma and… Read more »
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Grant To Provide Cash Prizes For Top Teen Readers
SNOW HILL – A grant award will allow the Worcester County Library to dole out a combined $1,000 in prizes to teen readers.Last month, the Worcester County Library was selected as a recipient of a $1,000 Beanstack Black Voices Microgrant. Assistant Director Rachael Stein said the funds will be used as prizes for a new… Read more »
Grant To Provide Cash Prizes For Top Teen Readers
SNOW HILL – A grant award will allow the Worcester County Library to dole out a combined $1,000 in prizes to teen readers.Last month, the Worcester County Library was selected as a recipient of a $1,000 Beanstack Black Voices Microgrant. Assistant Director Rachael Stein said the funds will be used as prizes for a new… Read more »
Penguin Swim Attracted 500-Plus, Raised Over $72K
OCEAN CITY – More than 500 Penguin Swim participants took a dip in the Atlantic Ocean last week to raise funds for Atlantic General Hospital.On New Year’s Day, 519 participants – sporting costumes and bathing suits – took the plunge into the chilling waters off Ocean City for the 27th Annual Penguin Swim.Organizers this year… Read more »
New Name, Larger Venue Set For Freeman Stage’s 2021
SELBYVILLE – The Freeman Stage will launch its 2021 season with a larger venue and a new name.This week, the Joshua M. Freeman Foundation announced its open-air performing arts venue, The Freeman Stage, will now be called Freeman Arts Pavilion.“We decided it was the right time to transition from The Freeman Stage to Freeman Arts… Read more »
Winter Wellness Promotion Planned
OCEAN CITY – A new Winter Wellness promotion is encouraging locals and visitors alike to rest, relax and rejuvenate by the sea.Throughout the months of January and February, local hotels, fitness studios and organizations will offer packages and activities as part of a resort-wide Winter Wellness promotion.Ocean City Hotel-Motel-Restaurant Association (OCHMRA) Executive Director Susan Jones… Read more »
Prosecution Integrity Unit’s Work Underway In Wicomico
SALISBURY – An examination of Wicomico County’s criminal justice system is expected to bring forth measures to promote integrity and instill public confidence.Since August, members of the Prosecution Integrity Unit – a new division within the Wicomico County State’s Attorney’s Office – have been hard at work reviewing misconduct allegations, working through wrongful conviction claims… Read more »
Public Hearing Set For County Capital Improvement Plan
SALISBURY – The public will have an opportunity to comment on Wicomico County’s proposed capital planning document next week. On Jan. 5, the Wicomico County Council will hold a public hearing on Acting County Executive John Psota’s proposed Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) for fiscal years 2022-2026 and the Capital Budget for fiscal year 2022. “Any… Read more »
Wicomico Officials Talk Priorities With Shore Legislators
SALISBURY – Legislative updates and a discussion on Wicomico County’s top priorities highlighted a meeting with state representatives this month.With less than a month remaining until the Maryland General Assembly enters its 2021 legislative session, members of the Eastern Shore Delegation met with the Wicomico County Council on Dec. 15 to discuss the county’s top… Read more »
Wellness Promotion Planned To Provide Winter Boost
OCEAN CITY – A new Winter Wellness promotion is encouraging locals and visitors alike to rest, relax and rejuvenate by the sea.Throughout the months of January and February, local hotels, fitness studios and organizations will offer packages and activities as part of a resort-wide Winter Wellness promotion.Ocean City Hotel-Motel-Restaurant Association (OCHMRA) Executive Director Susan Jones… Read more »
