SALISBURY – City voters will head to the polls Tuesday, deciding between District One candidates, incumbent Shanie Shields, community activist April Jackson and businesswoman Cynthia Polk, along with District Two candidates, incumbent Debbie Campbell and urban redevelopment activist Jake DayThe candidates were present at a forum this week, and the here’s a glimpse at one… Read more »
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Resort Entering Key Phase In Police Chief Search Process
OCEAN CITY — The process to find a new Ocean City police chief has entered a critical phase with the calendar about to flip over to April and the summer season looming.Former Chief Bernadette DiPino’s departure last year has triggered a national search to find her replacement while three veteran captains taking turns as interim… Read more »
OC Events Coordinator Retires After 14 Years
OCEAN CITY – A familiar face in Ocean City made his retirement speech this week as he makes his move from working behind the scenes to getting out and enjoying what Ocean City is all about.On Tuesday afternoon, Council Secretary Mary Knight presented Special Events Coordinator John “Sully” Sullivan with a proclamation and key to… Read more »
Non-Profit Seeks Berlin’s Assistance
BERLIN — A struggling non-profit made an appeal to the town of Berlin this week to assist in keeping the long-standing organization relevant in the community.BRAVE, or Berlin Reclaims Attitude and Value Enhancement, has been a force for good in the area for more than two decades, according to representative Diana Purnell.“BRAVE came together because… Read more »
Local Woman Intervenes, Calms Accident Victims
BERLIN — A local woman is being called a hero after intervening in an accident on Route 113 on Tuesday night and providing critical primary care and speaking Spanish to the victims on the scene.On Tuesday night, a vehicle carrying two adult females and two young children attempted to make a left turn on Route… Read more »
Ireton, Albero To Square Off For Salisbury Mayor’s Post
SALISBURY – The two mayoral candidates in next week’s Salisbury election were heard during a debate this week hosted by the Salisbury Area Chamber of Commerce Political Committee in cooperation with Salisbury University’s Institute for Public Affairs and Civic Engagement, and held at Salisbury University.Incumbent Mayor Jim Ireton and businessman Joe Albero, owner of the… Read more »
Internet Scam Warning Issued
BERLIN — The Worcester County Sheriff’s Office has received several recent calls from citizens about an attempt to extort money from them while using the Internet. It is believed that this is part of a widespread scheme to extort money from certain personal computer users.The FBI has reported that this Citadel Malware delivers “Reveton Ransomware”… Read more »
Independent Report Confirms Divide In OC Public Safety Operations
OCEAN CITY — An independent review of Ocean City’s emergency services dispatch system has confirmed the town has a major communication problem involving two key public safety departments.The International City/County Management Association’s (ICMA) Center for Public Safety Management was commissioned by Ocean City last year to conduct an in-depth analysis of the town’s emergency services… Read more »
Funding Loss Derails Student Intern Program
SNOW HILL — Funding for a popular student internship program has dried up in Worcester County, and officials are attempting to find a suitable replacement program.While briefing the commissioners on his Fiscal Year 2014 operating budget, Economic Development Director Bill Badger revealed that federal matching funds for the Step Up and Reach for the Stars… Read more »
Funding Bump Not Enough To Cool County’s Fears
SNOW HILL — Though a slight bump is expected this year, the Worcester County Commissioners still had harsh words for Annapolis regarding the condition of highway user funds.One commissioner with experience in the Roads Department also made troubling predictions for the county and the state of its highways.Highway user funds are expected to increase by… Read more »