SNOW HILL – Officials opted to delay a decision regarding whether or not to accept donation of a trailer to the Worcester County Sheriff’s Office.In response to questions from the Worcester County Commissioners this week, representatives of the Sheriff’s Office asked to delay consideration of a request they presented regarding donation of a trailer that… Read more »
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County To Provide Dispatch Support To Pocomoke Police
SNOW HILL– The county will assist Pocomoke with overnight emergency dispatch following a decision by officials this week.The Worcester County Commissioners on Tuesday agreed to grant a request for emergency dispatch assistance from the Pocomoke City Police Department. The county will now provide overnight dispatch services for the municipality.“We are not immune from the staffing… Read more »
Artists Sought For Annual Paint Worcester County Event
BERLIN – Area artists are encouraged to get outdoors for this year’s Paint Worcester County, the annual plein air event hosted by the Worcester County Arts Council.Artists have until Aug. 31 to register for this year’s plein air painting event, which will be held from Sept. 17-23.“Each year, this event attracts more and more talented… Read more »
WCPS Finalizes Salary Adjustments; Teachers To Receive Slight Pay Increase
NEWARK – Teachers will see a slight pay increase following the negotiated agreement signed by officials this week.On Tuesday, the Worcester County Board of Education signed new negotiated agreements with the Worcester County Teachers Association (WCTA) and the Worcester County Education Support Personnel Association (WCESPA). The agreements include a step increase and a 1.14% cost-of-living… Read more »
Quiet Storm To Aid In Maui Wildfire Recovery Efforts
OCEAN CITY– A popular Ocean City surf shop is doing what it can to support the Maui community following devastating wildfires.Next week, Quiet Storm Surf Shop will begin selling “Maui Strong” t-shirts to benefit Hawaiian nonprofits helping the island rebuild following last week’s wildfires. The fires destroyed the historic city of Lahaina.“It’s a beautiful place… Read more »
Judge Denies Berlin’s Attempt To Fine Homeowner Over Short-Term Rental
SNOW HILL – A Worcester County District Court judge last week dismissed a case related to an unlicensed short-term rental property in Berlin.On Friday, Aug. 11, Worcester County District Court Judge Gerald Purnell dismissed a case against Bryan Brushmiller related to an unlicensed short-term rental in Berlin. As a result, Brushmiller will not have to… Read more »
UPDATED: OC Balloon Festival Canceled
OCEAN CITY– Resort tourism officials announced Monday the Ocean City Balloon Festival set for next week has been canceled.While little information has been shared and tickets as of Monday were still on sale on the event’s website, Ocean City Tourism updated a Facebook post for the event stating that it had been canceled.“Canceled: OC Balloon… Read more »
More Cabins Eyed For Frontier Town Expansion Project
SNOW HILL – County officials approved plans for a campground expansion at Frontier Town.The Worcester County Planning Commission last week approved a 107-unit expansion at Frontier Town. The park will add cabins in a new cluster design.“I think it’s very well thought out,” commission member Ken Church said.The commission was presented last Thursday with a… Read more »
Local Agencies Air Concerns Over Balloon Festival
SNOW HILL – Promoters of the resort’s new hot air balloon festival will have to address a variety of concerns if the event is going to take place this month.Law enforcement, emergency personnel, county staff and Maryland State Highway Administration (SHA) officials told representatives of the American Farm Foundation this week that various planning issues… Read more »
Town Hall Water Damage Leads To Meeting Changes In Berlin
BERLIN – Municipal meetings in Berlin have been postponed as crews address water damage discovered at town hall.Town officials announced this week that several town meetings meant to take place this week and next week were postponed because of water damage found at town hall. The damage is being repaired and the council chambers, Berlin’s… Read more »