SALISBURY – Eleven members will take their seats on two new law enforcement review boards following council confirmations this week.On Tuesday, the Wicomico County Council had before them several nominees to both the police accountability board and the administrative charging committee. Acting County Executive John Psota said his submission of appointments follows requirements set by… Read more »
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Ocean City In ‘Precarious Position’ With E-Bikes, Disabilities
OCEAN CITY – A recommendation to allow those with disabilities to ride electric bikes on the Boardwalk, with certain stipulations, will advance to the Ocean City Police Commission for review following a lengthy discussion this week on accessibility and power-driven mobility devices.Two years ago, the Ocean City Mayor and Council voted to prohibit eclectic bikes,… Read more »
Resiliency Study Workshop Date Set For Route 1
FENWICK ISLAND – As Fenwick Island awaits the start of a town-wide resiliency study, officials are encouraging residents to participate in upcoming virtual workshops involving a resiliency plan for Route 1.On Tuesday, Sept. 20, the Delaware Department of Transportation (DelDOT) will hold two, one-hour public workshops to present plans for a resiliency study of the… Read more »
OC AdventureFest To Support Police, Military Nonprofits
OCEAN CITY – Organizers of a new festival say they are hoping to replace the unsanctioned pop-up car rally with a weekend of fun and support for military and law enforcement organizations.Next week, military and law enforcement personnel, residents and visitors are invited to take part in OC AdventureFest, a four-day festival to benefit first… Read more »
Company Sues Fenwick Over Development Plan Approval
FENWICK ISLAND – A real estate company is taking legal action against the Town of Fenwick Island as it seeks to have its development plan for the old Dairy Queen property approved.On Sept. 1, Balsamo Real Estate LLC filed a complaint in Delaware Superior Court seeking a writ of mandamus commanding the Town of Fenwick… Read more »
Resort Reports Police Activity Decline For August; Body Cameras Viewed As Asset For OCPD
OCEAN CITY – Police statistics for the month of August revealed fewer calls for service and a decrease in city ordinance violations and domestic disputes, among other things.On Monday, Ocean City Police Department (OCPD) Chief Ross Buzzuro presented members of the Ocean City Police Commission with his report on police activity for the month of… Read more »
Resort Commission Hears Pedicab Requests
OCEAN CITY – A resort committee took no action this week on two requests to operate pedicabs in Ocean City.On Monday, members of the Ocean City Police Commission were presented with separate requests from two pedicab operators to offer their transportation services in town.“We had two requests, one from a more established provider and one… Read more »
Wicomico School Board Revises Public Comments Policy
SALISBURY – Citing community feedback, the Wicomico County Board of Education announced last week it would adjust its public comment policy to allow for more participation.In a special meeting held Aug. 30, the school board approved a revised Public Comments Protocol Policy that will take effect starting with its next board meeting, scheduled for Sept…. Read more »
Salisbury To Replace National Folk Event With Legacy Festival
SALISBURY – While the National Folk Festival concluded a five-year run in Salisbury last weekend, officials say they are already planning for next year’s legacy festival.From Aug. 26-28, downtown Salisbury hosted its fifth and final National Folk Festival. Over the weekend, roughly 350 artists, including musicians, dancers, storytellers and craftspeople, took part in festivities that… Read more »
Fenwick Council To Hold Ordinance Hearings
FENWICK ISLAND – An upcoming hearing will give community members a chance to speak on two controversial ordinance amendments.On Monday, Sept. 19, the Fenwick Island Town Council will hold a public hearing on two proposed ordinance amendments pertaining to mechanical equipment and off-street parking in the commercial district.Citing concerns from the local business community, Mayor… Read more »