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Drought Conditions on Delmarva Increase Wildfire Risk – Outdoor Burning Restrictions in Several Counties & Delaware
The Worcester County Fire Marshal is warning of heightened wildfire risks to to ongoing moderate drought conditions, high winds and low humidity. Wildfire activity has been on the rise and the Fire Marshal’s office strongly urges you to avoid outdoor burning or to exercise extreme caution if burning is necessary. These conditions endanger personal property…
Read MoreStrong Winds Saturday Fuel Several Large Woods Fires in Sussex County
Strong winds Saturday kept Delmarva firefighters busy with several large brush and woods fires throughout Sussex County. Two of the larger fires were in western Sussex – one near Seaford – and one west of Laurel. Seaford firefighters were called around 12:30 for a brush fire in the area of Old Furnace Road and Ponderosa…
Read MoreMD Dept of Ag Says Avian Influenza Found in Worcester County
Preliminary testing shows that Avian influenza has been found in a commercial broiler farm in Worcester County. This is the 5th case of highly pathogenic H5 avian influenza on the Eastern Shore – and the 6th in the state of Maryland after a case was confirmed in a backyard flock in Montgomery County. State officials…
Read MoreBridge Repairs to Resume over Sinepuxent Bay in Ocean City, MD January 3rd
The Maryland Department of Transportation State Highway Administration will continue long-term repairs to the US 50 (Harry W. Kelley Memorial Bridge) over the Sinepuxent Bay in Ocean City, Worcester County next week. Beginning Friday January 3rd, crews will work 24 hours a day on the machinery room areas of the drawspan, necessitating roadway, sidewalk, and marine…
Read MoreChristmas Tree Recycling in Worcester County & Ocean City
If you live in Worcester County – they are hosting the annual collection of Christmas Trees through January 31st. Residents can drop off their Christmas trees at the Central Landfill in Newark and at the Homeowners Convenience Centers in Berlin, Pocomoke and Snow Hill free of charge. Businesses and organizations that sold trees will not…
Read MoreResurfacing of Route 50 in Worcester County to Begin Thursday
It’s no trick – on Halloween, the Maryland Department of Transportation will begin milling and paving on Route 50/Ocean Gateway east from the Wicomico County line to Old Ocean City Road/MD 346. Drivers should expect major traffic impacts and delays with single-lane closures during the resurfacing project weekdays from 7am to 6pm – times are…
Read MoreWorcester County Accepting Donations for Hurricane Helene Victims Through Noon Friday
Today through noon Friday, Oct. 2-4, Worcester County Government is collecting donations of over-the-counter medical supplies, snack food, and other items for McDowell County, North Carolina residents of all ages who were impacted by Hurricane Helene. Drop off locations include the Worcester County Government Center and the Worcester County Recreation Center in Snow Hill and…
Read MoreWorcester County Achieves AAA bond rating
Fitch Ratings, one of three major credit rating agencies, has upgraded Worcester County’s Issuer Default Rating (IDR) and general obligation (GO) bonds to AAA. In its rating commentary, Fitch recognized the County’s financial resilience, for both revenues and expenditures, as well as the planned build-up of reserves in recent years as key ratings drivers for…
Read MoreHighway Resurfacing Projects in Worcester County Next Week
The Maryland Department of Transportation State Highway Administration will begin to improve the ride quality on sections of US 13 Business (Market Street) and US 113 (Worcester Highway) near Pocomoke next week. Both projects are expected to be complete by November, weather permitting. Motorists should expect delays during work hours. Additional Information from MDOT:…
Read MoreResurfacing Project on US 113 Business (Market Street) in Worcester County Beginning Next Week
The Maryland Department of Transportation State Highway Administration will begin improving the ride quality on US 113 Business (Market Street) from MD 12 (Church Street to Timmons Street near Snow Hill next week. The project should be completed by December, weather permitting. Starting at 9 a.m. on Wednesday August 28th, crews will begin milling…
Read MoreMD Department of Housing and Community Development Announces Over $8 Million in Community Development Block Grant Awards
The Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development has announced awards of more than $8.4-million through the federal Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program for Fiscal Year 2025. The grants from the CDBG State Program will support 14 projects in 12 counties, including the creation of affordable housing, improvements to infrastructure and community facilities, and…
Read MoreWorcester County Lifts Burning Ban
Effective immediately the outdoor burning ban in Worcester County is being lifted. Fire Marshal Matt Owens said that due to the significant amounts of rainfall throughout the county during the week, according to the latest Department of Agriculture drought indicator report, the drought conditions have improved, and the burn ban has been lifted. All who conduct outdoor…
Read MoreStaying Safe During Extreme Heat & Cooling Centers
COOLING CENTERS: STAYING SAFE IN EXTREME HEAT: The Division of Public Health (DPH) is asking Delaware residents to prepare for extreme heat this week and prevent heat-related illness as temperatures rise. On hot days and warm nights, our bodies have less chance to recover, placing everyone at risk for heat-related illness. When temperatures and humidity…
Read MoreWorcester County Cooling Centers
Worcester County cooling centers are provided in times of extreme heat. Cooling centers in Worcester County, MD are: When in doubt, call 2-1-1 for a local cooling center near you.
Read MoreBurn Ban Now In Effect in Worcester County
The Worcester County Fire Marshal has issued a burn ban – effective immediately. This ban applies to all outdoor ignition sources – with the exception of proper use of gas and charcoal grills, campfires at the County’s commercial, State and Federal campgrounds, permitted official Ocean City bonfires, private property recreational campfires that are limited to…
Read MoreJUNETEENTH CLOSURES
Sussex County Government offices offices closed Wicomico County – County Government Offices – closedNewland Park Landfill & Brush Pile and all external Convenience Centers – open (info – 410-548-4935)Whitehaven Ferry & Upper Ferry – closed (info – 410-543-2765) Worcester County – County Government Offices – closedAlso closed – all five Branch Libraries and Recreation and…
Read MoreUPDATED: Maryland Voters Choose Candidates for President, US Senate & US Congress
UPDATED – 05/14/24 – These results are unofficial with 169 of 1957 precincts still outstanding. Maryland Democrats have overwhelmingly chosen Joe Biden as their candidate for President with 86.52% of the vote. Republicans in Maryland have chosen Donald Trump for their Presidential candidate with 79.89% of the vote. Senator Ben Cardin (D) is not running…
Read MoreWorcester County 2024 Teacher of the Year
Worcester County Public Schools have named Gabrielle Remington of Stephen Decatur Middle School as the 2024 Worcester County Teacher of the Year. The announcement was made during the 37th annual Teacher of the Year celebration which honors all 14 school-level teacher of the year. Remington is a middle school reading specialist and has been with…
Read MoreWest Ocean City Man Sentenced after Striking a Pedestrian in a Fatal 2022 Crash
The man who pleaded guilty of negligent homicide in the 2022 death of Berlin veterinarian, Terri Wattay, has been sentenced. Worcester County Circuit Court Judge Beau Oglesby sentenced 63 year old Russell Kimball of West Ocean City to 10 years for negligent homicide while under the influence and a consecutive 5 year sentence for failing…
Read MoreOver 100 Drivers Pulled Over in Worcester County for Distracted Driving in Unique Initiative
If you were driving in Worcester County yesterday– on Rt. 589 near Manklin Creek Rd and on the side of the Harry W. Kelley bridge heading into Ocean City, you might have seen a construction worker seemingly focused on the job. However, the most observant drivers would have noticed the police radio in his hand.…
Read MoreMaryland State Police To Bolster Patrol Over St. Patrick’s Day Weekend
Officials Discuss Need for Transparency and Collaboration to Implement Blueprint for Education in Worcester County
Improving the quality of education in Maryland is the goal of Maryland’s Blueprint for Education. Regarding the implementation of the Blueprint in Worcester County Public Schools, State Accountability and Implementation Board (AIB) members outlined local responsibilities during a virtual meeting with the commissioners and Board of Education leaders. Worcester County Commissioner President Chip Bertino said…
Read MoreThefts from Motor Vehicles in Worcester County
The Worcester County Sheriff’s Office needs your help in identifying someone in connection with several thefts from motor vehicles on the northern end of the county –specifically in the West Ocean City area. If you can help identify this individual, contact the Worcester County Sheriff’s Office at 410-632-1112. Images from the Worcester County Sheriff’s Office…
Read MoreFlooding on Roadways in Worcester County
The Worcester County Sheriff’s Office is reporting high water on the following roadways: Nassawango Road from Pennewell Road to Creek Road in Snow Hill, which is closed at this time, as well as Route 12 near the drawbridge. They ask that you use caution in that area. SHA is on the scene. Smaller and lower…
Read MoreSouth Point Boat Ramp near Berlin Closed for Rehab Work
The Worcester County boat ramp at South Point – at the end of South Point Road near Berlin – is closed for rehabilitation work. This project will include replacing the bulkhead and funding is available through Waterway Improvement Grants from Maryland Department of Natural Resources and assigned designated funds from Worcester County. The boat ramp…
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