Progress is painfully slow, but the overall state of the coastal bays and their tributaries is slightly better than it has been over the years, the Maryland Coastal Bays Program reported this week. How slow? Consider that in 2008, the program’s annual report card gave the six areas surveyed — the St. Martin River, Assawoman… Read more »
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Worcester County adopts state of emergency plan for schools
The Worcester County Board of Education unanimously approved the adoption of the prolonged state of emergency plan, a preventative measure if events such as the COVID-19 pandemic force school closures again.
Worcester board of ed gives update on gifted, talented program
Worcester County Coordinator of Instruction Tamara Mills recently discussed the school system’s Gifted and Talented program, including how students are identified and what services are provided.
Gavin Knupp case kicked back to Worcester circuit court
Maryland’s highest court recently denied a petition to dismiss the case against Tyler Mailloux, a Berlin man charged in the hit-and-run death of 14-year-old Gavin Knupp.
Oceans Calling, Country Calling tests get promoter’s licenses
Following the success of last year’s Oceans Calling Festival, members of the board of license commissioners last week approved a pair of promoter’s licenses for a two-part concert series in Ocean City this fall.
Worcester board of ed approves FY 25 budget with some cuts, reduced staff raises
In a 4-1 vote, the Worcester County Board of Education recently adopted a revised budget for the upcoming fiscal year that provides raises for teachers and support personnel following the county commissioners’ vote to reduce funding levels.
Annual Berlin fireworks show set July 3
The Town of Berlin is sticking to tradition and celebrating Independence Day a day early on July 3 with a fireworks show to begin at 9 p.m.
Pump issues impose water conservation order in Riddle Farm, South Ocean Pines over weekend
For about 48 hours this weekend, Worcester County officials asked residents and visitors of Riddle Farm and South Ocean Pines to cease all non-essential indoor and outdoor water use because of low water tables and well pump issues.
Slaughterhouse text amendment supported by Worcester commissioners
Worcester County Commissions recently approved a text amendment that will allow slaughterhouses on A-1 agricultural properties by special exception after a public hearing during which several residents objected to the change.
Barbara F. Parks
Barbara F. Parks Snow Hill Barbara F. Parks, 86, of Snow Hill, was born on April 9, 1938. She was called home to be with our Lord and Savior on June 6, 2024. She passed away at Hartley Nursing and Rehab in Pocomoke due to natural causes. While we are saddened by her passing, we… Read more »