SALISBURY — During a broader discussion on parking issues on Monday, Salisbury officials proposed a potential pilot program that would eliminate some parking meters in the interest of jumpstarting a stagnant retail sector in the downtown area.The Salisbury Council on Monday had an informal discussion on parking issues in the city that included safety issues… Read more »

SNOW HILL — For the first time ever, Pocomoke High School (PHS) participated in a “Wounded Warrior” fundraising event, bringing in $1,375.Officials at the school said they were happy with the results and expect the project to continue in the years to come.“We were very pleased with the amount that we raised,” said Principal Annette… Read more »

SALISBURY – The Wicomico County Council made its way through a list of issues regarding the county’s dog ordinance this week, including a few quick fixes and vowing there is more to come in the near future.During a work session Tuesday, Assistant County Attorney Maureen Lanigan presented the County Council with a list of issues… Read more »

SNOW HILL — Only in its second year, an impressive performance at a tournament across the bridge helped cement the Worcester County Robotics Team’s reputation as a breakout program this month.“They’re really trying their hardest,” said Michelle Kosin, coach of the team and a science teacher at Snow Hill High School (SHHS).The Worcester “Beach Bots”… Read more »

OCEAN CITY — Police are investigating an apparent balcony fall on North Canal Street on the bayside in the area of 36th Street that resulted in the death of an unidentified adult female.Around 3 a.m. on Tuesday, Ocean City Police responded to a 911 call for help at a condominium building on North Canal Street… Read more »

OCEAN CITY – The weather pulled through for bikers last weekend with BikeFest recording its best attendance yet and Delmarva Bike Week having its best turnout in years.Last year was BikeFest’s first time in Ocean City. The event took place on the heels of a tornado and worked its way through a weekend of rain…. Read more »

SALISBURY — The Salisbury City Council moved ahead this week with an across-the-board salary increase for all members of its police force and laid the groundwork for a possible pay hike for employees in other departments.In an effort to keep Salisbury competitive with law enforcement agencies in other jurisdictions in the area in terms of… Read more »

OCEAN CITY – A voter rally was held this week and, judging by the mood in the room, there is support for a new majority on the City Council with a strong message shared on the importance of registering to vote.On Tuesday evening, the Citizens For Ocean City held a rally at Seacrets for election… Read more »