BERLIN — With the governor’s proposed repeal of the death penalty taking center stage in the General Assembly this week, a brutal murder spree that began in Worcester County over two decades ago dimmed from memory over the years has come back into focus.On Tuesday, Maryland Gov. Martin O’Malley announced a renewed effort to repeal… Read more »
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Woman Loses $40K In Sweepstakes Scam
BERLIN — Law enforcement officials this week are warning residents about a telephone scam that convinced an unsuspecting local elderly woman that she had won $2.5 million in a sweepstakes before bilking her out of $40,000 in increments to collect the winnings.In October, an elderly victim who wishes to remain anonymous was contacted by telephone… Read more »
Wicomico Council To Update Md. On Tier Map Planning Process
SALISBURY – The Wicomico County Council has announced a public hearing regarding the complex septic bill that could affect the value of many rural properties within the county will be held next month.In its last couple of discussions regarding Senate Bill 236, known as the septic bill, the council has established a public participation program… Read more »
Purnell House Renovation Gets Early Support
SNOW HILL — After getting an exterior face lift last year, the Purnell House in Snow Hill is set to enter the next phase for interior renovation.Many on the Worcester County Commission winced when faced with the likely $600,000 eventual cost for interior work, but voted 6-1 in favor of moving forward with $36,245 of… Read more »
Ocean City Employees To Show Ravens Support
OCEAN CITY – The Town of Ocean City has committed to show its support by participating in “Purple Friday” today to cheer on the Baltimore Ravens into victory.“I think everybody had a great weekend, especially those who are Ravens fans and I think what the Ravens have done is great for their fans, great for… Read more »
Ocean City Clinic Aims To Transform Stress
OCEAN CITY – Dr. Keith Coleman of Ocean City Stress Transformation and Wellness Clinic is revamping his practice as the field of mind/body medicine progresses.“Obviously everyone can relate to stress but the significant difference is when you see a stress clinic generally they talk about stress reduction and stress management and the emphasis here is… Read more »
Group Again Seeks Support To Clean Up City Park’s Trails
SALISBURY – Local bicycle advocates pushed the Salisbury City Council this week to sanction a plan to rebuild the city park’s trails on the east side.At the conclusion of this week’s City Council meeting, Eastern Shore International Mountain Bicycling Association (ESIMBA) President Tres Denk came before the council to further a discussion that occurred last… Read more »
Greater Urgency Sought On School Security Measures
SNOW HILL — One month after the mass shooting at Sandy Hook Elementary School in Connecticut, the Worcester County Board of Education outlined the status of security in schools and discussed how improvements might be made in the months to come.Several parents in the audience, however, called on the board to implement more security measures… Read more »
Downtown Design Guidelines Mark 10 Years
OCEAN CITY – It’s been a decade since downtown design guidelines were instituted in Ocean City, and the success of the program is clearly visible with a ride around the historic area.Ocean City Development Corporation (OCDC) Executive Director Glenn Irwin explained the OCDC and Downtown Design Committee came about in 2000 following a report by… Read more »
Civic Center To Host Large Dental Clinic Next Month
SALISBURY — According to organizers, the Eastern Shore Mission of Mercy (ESMOM) free dental clinic in March will be a “massive undertaking” that will attempt to provide dental health services to approximately 1,500 visitors over two days.On March 15 and 16, the Wicomico County Youth and Civic Center will be revamped into a 100-station adult… Read more »