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Public Hearing to be Held on Proposed Operating Budget for Wicomico County
Third Person Arrested in Child Sexual Abuse Case in Wicomico County
Another arrest has been made in connection with child sexual abuse cases in Wicomico County. An additional victim identified the person who abused him as Alonzo Leon Parker Jr. who now faces several charges including multiple counts of 3rd and 4th degree sexual offense. The other two who have been charged with the sexual abuse…
Read MoreUPDATE: Utility Worker Dies from Injuries in Hit-And-Run Work Zone Crash in Wicomico County; Marion Station, MD Man Charged
UPDATED 4/3/24–9:30 p.m. A utility worker has died from his injuries after a hit-and-run crash in Wicomico County. The worker who died is identified as 64-year-old Thomas Attix of Dover, Delaware. Meanwhile, 27-year-old Jamal Scarborough of Marion Station, Maryland is charged with first-degree assault, second-degree assault, causing a life-threatening injury while operating a vehicle in a…
Read MoreSecond Person Arrested in Connection with 2023 Murder in Wicomico County
Maryland State Police have arrested a Salisbury teen in connection with a shooting in which another teen was killed and another man injured last year in Wicomico County. Police say Cashmir Holbrook is charged as an adult with first-degree murder, attempted first-degree murder and related charges in connection to the fatal shooting of 16-year-old Ja’siah…
Read MoreHuman Remains Found as a Result of Vehicle Fire in Wicomico County
A fatal vehicle fire that occurred late this morning on Nanticoke Road in Quantico is under investigation. Firefighters discovered a 2000 GMC Sonoma pick-up truck on fire to the back of the house. Firefighters battled the blaze for 20 minutes before bringing it under control, and then they found human remains in the vehicle. Deputy State…
Read MoreMaryland State Police To Bolster Patrol Over St. Patrick’s Day Weekend
Public Hearing on FY 2025 Wicomico County Budget on Monday, March 11
A public hearing on the proposed FY 2025 Operating Budget, Capital Budget, Governmental and Enterprise Funds Budgets and the appropriation of all expenditures for the period of July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2025 will be held on Monday, March 11 at 6pm in the DaNang Room at the Civic Center in Salisbury. County Executive…
Read MoreChild Abuse and Assault Case Sentencing in Wicomico County
38-year-old Brian Fitchett has been sentenced to 35 years for Assault in the First Degree and child abuse offenses. The sentencing took place in the Circuit Court for Wicomico County. Last month, a Wicomico County jury convicted Fitchett of First-Degree Assault and Child Abuse-Second Degree. According to the Office of the State’s Attorney for Wicomico…
Read MorePresident’s Day Closings in Wicomico County
WICOMICO COUNTY GOVERNMENT OFFICES Wicomico County Government Offices will be closed Monday, February 19, 2024, inobservance of President’s Day. CONVENIENCE CENTERS, LANDFILL, BRUSH PILE, FERRIES On Monday, February 19, 2024, the Newland Park Landfill, Convenience Center andBrush Pile, will be open. All external Convenience Centers and Upper Ferry will alsobe closed.For more information, please contact…
Read MoreSalisbury Fire Department Mourns Passing of Lieutenant Bryan Lewis
The Salisbury Fire Department has shared with sadness the passing of Lieutenant Bryan Lewis. Bryan served the department for 18 years–from 2006-2024. The department states that Bryan’s service to the department and the citizens of Wicomico County will never be forgotten. His work as a Firefighter/Paramedic, his time spent in Maintenance & Supply, and most…
Read MoreWrongfully Convicted Man Awarded Compensation by Maryland Board of Public Works
The Maryland Board of Public Works has approved compensation for a man, who, in 1993, was wrongfully accused and convicted of attempted rape and then unjustly imprisoned for four years. The determination of injustice came about after parallel cases surfaced. Under the Walter Lomax Act, the compensation was approved, which Maryland Attorney General Anthony G.…
Read More$27 Million Investment to Improve Internet Access for Homes Across Maryland
Glen Rock, Pennsylvania Man Sentenced in Wicomico County to 40 years of Incarceration for Sexual Abuse of Minor
A 32-year-old Glen Rock, Pennsylvania man has been sentenced to an active sentence of 40 years of incarceration for inflicting sexual and physical abuse to a minor in his care who was under the age of 15. In the same time period–From 2017 through 2021–Joseph Duncan physically abused another minor in his care who was under the age…
Read MoreFirearm on Property of School in Wicomico County–Arrest Made
The Wicomico County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a case involving a weapon, which was on school property at Mardela Middle/High School. The School Resource Deputies have a person in custody and are in possession of the firearm. The case is under investigation, and more information will be released at a later time. There is no…
Read MoreUpper Ferry Temporarily Closed for Repairs
The Upper Ferry in Wicomico County is temporarily closed for repairs and is tentatively scheduled to be operational by Friday afternoon. If you have any questions, they ask that you call 410-548-4875.
Read MoreHouse Fire Displaces Family in Hebron, Wicomico County
A fire that occurred in a two-story house overnight on Porter Mill Road, Hebron, Wicomico County displaced a family and caused an estimated $300,000 in structural damage. The American Red Cross and other volunteer organizations are assisting the family. In addition, two dogs died in the fire. The blaze originated on the first floor. Smoke…
Read MoreWarrant Apprehension Operation Covering Multiple Locations in Wicomico County Leads to Arrests of 7 Individuals
During the course of a warrant apprehension operation this week in Wicomico County, 7 people were arrested for warrants–two of the seven were charged with controlled dangerous substance offenses. Among those arrested include 45-year-old Heather Jean Bounds– a warrant for false imprisonment, 45-year-old John Lewis Madden who is charged with VOP- assault, and 35-year-old Cameron…
Read MoreTwo Wicomico County Juveniles Stabbed as Argument over a Girl Escalates
Adult Mosquito Spraying in Wicomico County Ends For 2023
As of earlier this week, the spraying for adult mosquitoes in Wicomico County has come to an end. The county had no reports of any persons testing positive for any transmittable diseases. Two mosquito pools tested positive for Eastern Equine Encephalitis and West Nile Virus. Those two areas received Aerial applications to reduce the number…
Read MoreHabitat for Humanity of Wicomico County Selected for 2023 Thome Aging Well Grant
Efforts continue in Wicomico County to serve the growing population of older adults who want to age in their homes. Habitat for Humanity of Wicomico County has been awarded a 2023 Thome Aging Well grant. Funded by the Edward N. and Della L. Thome Memorial Foundation, Bank of America trustee, the program awarded $6 million in grants…
Read MoreSanitary District Legislation in Wicomico County to Become Effective October 1st
In Wicomico County, the implementation of the Water and Sewer Plan has been a top priority of theadministration. The first step of this plan was to get legislation passed to allow WicomicoCounty to have a Sanitary District. This legislation unanimously passed in the Spring and willbecome effective October 1st. To ensure the success of this plan,…
Read MoreWhitehaven Ferry in Wicomico County– Out of Service Starting September 19th
The Whitehaven Ferry will be out of service for rehabilitation and overhaul starting Tuesday, September 19th. The expected time of closure is approximately 90-120 days. For updates and further information, please contact the Ferry Hotline at 410-543-2756.
Read MoreWhitehaven Ferry Closed till Sunday
The Whitehaven Ferry in Wicomico County was closed Friday for maintenance and repair – and will remain closed through today. Wicomico County officials expect the Whitehaven Ferry to reopen on Sunday. If you have any questions or comments, please call 410-548-4927.
Read MoreRecycling Station at Wicomico Youth & Civic Center and Extension Office – CLOSED
Section of Route 611/Stephen Decatur Hwy Dedicated in Memory of Cpl Glenn Hilliard
A portion of Stephen Decatur Highway/Route 611 has been dedicated in honor of Cpl Glenn Hilliard, who was killed in the line of duty while serving as a Wicomico County Sheriff’s Deputy one year ago today. However Cpl Hilliard worked and risked his life daily to protect citizens of Worcester, Wicomico and Somerset Counties. A…
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