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Raccoon Tests Postitive for Rabies in Wicomico County
A raccoon has tested positive for rabies in the area of Steele Drive in Tyaskin, Maryland. The positive test result was confirmed on Wednesday, August 19th. The Wicomico County Health Department is advising all residents to be aware of their surroundings and avoid contact with all wild or stray animals. Rabies is a preventable viral…
Read MoreSalisbury Man Sentenced to 25 Years in Prison for Attempted 2nd Degree Murder
A Salisbury man has been sentenced for attempted 2nd degree murder. Court officials say 20 year old Semaj Ames pleaded guilty in May to attempted 2nd degree murder, 1st degree assault and a firearms offense – he was sentenced on Friday by Circuit Court for Wicomico County Administrative Judge S. James Sarbanes to 50 years…
Read MoreWicomico, Worcester County Officials Lift Burn Bans Due to Improved Conditions
Wicomico County Executive Julie Giordano announces that the countywide burn ban has been officially lifted following a comprehensive meeting of the Burn Ban Committee. The committee, which included representatives from four local Fire Chiefs, the Maryland Forest Service, the Wicomico County Department of Planning & Zoning and the Health Department, unanimously agreed that conditions have…
Read MoreVIDEO: Wicomico County’s 1st State Park – Wetipquin Creek State Park
Wetipquin Creek State Park – is the first state park in Wicomico County. Maryland Natural Resources officials offered local officials a preview Tuesday as the State of Maryland celebrated the acquisition of the 445-acre property that will become Wetipquin Creek State Park. The park is currently in the planning stages, but will conserve and foster…
Read MoreNanticoke Harbor Reopened After Fuel Spill from Sunken Boat
Early Saturday morning the Nanticoke Harbor was closed after a small fuel spill was discovered in a sunken boat. County Executive Julie Giordano announced that officials closed the Harbor until cleanup operations were completed – the Harbor was reopened around 1pm. Emergency Services, Parks staff, local fire personnel and other agencies worked throughout the night…
Read MoreFormer Shorebirds Lighting to get Second Life at WinterPlace Park
Lighting that was formerly used at Shorebirds Stadium is going to be repurposed and installed across Route 50 at WinterPlace Park. This will create the first lighted athletic field on the east side of Wicomico County and expand the park’s capabilities to allow for evening practices, games, tournaments and community events. Officials at Wicomico County…
Read MoreMaryland Primary – County Races Certified
The final count of mail-in ballots was done yesterday in Maryland’s Primary Election, which was held on June 23. State races have not yet been certified, however the county races have. In the Worcester County Commissioners races – Republican Caryn Abbot will return to the District 1 seat. In District 2, Roxie Dennis will take…
Read MoreResidential Structure Fire Near Laurel Caused by Lightning Strike
Firefighters from Laurel were called to a residence on Trussum Pond Road for a fire around 10 Saturday night. Firefighters arriving at the scene found a 2-story home with heavy fire showing from the roof and second floor. All residents were able to escape without injury and the home was equipped with working smoke detectors.…
Read MoreUPDATE: Whitehaven Ferry Back in Service
UPDATE: 6/24/26: The Whitehaven Ferry is back running now. Original Post: The Whitehaven Ferry will be closed Wednesday June 24, in the AM for replacement of cable. We will let you know when it is up and running, hopefully tomorrow at some point.
Read MoreMaryland Primary Results – State & Regional
With over 99.70% of the vote counted – there are 6 precincts still not reported – 2 of them are in Somerset County and 4 in Prince George’s County.
Read MoreStorms Cross Delmarva with Thunderstorm & Tornado Warnings
The mid-shore of Maryland was hard hit as storms moved across Delmarva Monday night. The storms arrived amid severe thunderstorm watches and warnings and several tornado warnings – one in Dorchester County, another for Caroline and Talbot Counties and one for Sussex County. Strong thunderstorms with lightening, wind and heavy rain. All three power companies…
Read MoreGov Wes Moore Continues “Delivering for Maryland” Tour on the Eastern Shore
Gov Wes Moore ended his 2-day “Delivering for Maryland” tour through Worcester and Wicomico Counties. The Governor says that throughout his tour – he’s seen the real results his administration’s investments are making in each community. He is committed to working in partnership with every county to build stronger, more vibrant communities that leave no…
Read MoreUPDATED: Maryland Primary Election – Tuesday, June 23
The Maryland Gubernatorial Primary Election takes place on Tuesday, June 23. In all counties, there are other elections besides the Governor’s race, but those ballots will differ by county. Voters have still have the option of voting by absentee ballot or in person at the polls on Tuesday. The deadline to receive a mail-in ballot…
Read MoreCounty Executive Julie Giordano Issues Burn Ban Order for Wicomico County
Wicomico County Executive Julie Giordano has issued a countywide burn ban. The ban went into effect April 20th at 4:00 p.m. due to ongoing drought conditions. The decision follows recommendations from the county’s Burn Ban Committee, which includes public safety, health, forestry, and weather officials. The ban is initially in place for seven days, though…
Read MoreWicomico County Withdraws Support for Waste Diversion Pilot Concept
Wicomico County has withdrawn support for a previously considered pilot program that would have converted non-recyclable landfill waste into fuel briquettes for local energy use. The concept, developed in partnership with Morgan State University, was not a large-scale industrial facility or biorefinery, but rather a small-scale proposal using materials from the Newland Park Landfill. Officials…
Read MoreWicomico County Easter Holiday Closures
City of Salisbury administrative offices will be closed on Friday, April 3. All offices are expected to reopen and resume standard business hours on Monday, April 6. Essential services, including police, fire and emergency response, will maintain regular operations. The Salisbury Zoo will remain open daily from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Trash collection originally…
Read MoreMaryland Senate Passes Capital Budget with Funding for Key Lower Shore Priorities
Expanded mental health support for students is coming to Maryland’s Eastern Shore after the Maryland Senate approved a $1.8 billion capital budget. The plan includes $2.5 million for a Kennedy Krieger Institute behavioral health school in Wicomico County—a project local leaders have pushed for over the past three years. Advocates say the facility will serve…
Read MoreWicomico County Holiday Closure Information
Wicomico County Government Offices will be closed Friday, April 3rd in observance of Good Friday. On Friday, April 3rd, the Newland Park Landfill, Convenience Center and Brush Pile and the Upper Ferry and Whitehaven Ferry will be open regular hours. All external Convenience Centers will also be open. On Sunday, April 5th, the Newland Park…
Read MoreWicomico County Open Air Burn at Newland Park Landfill on Wednesday, March 25
The Solid Waste Division (weather dependent) plans to commence with a MD-DNR Forest Service permit-authorized Open-Air Burn of post-storm brush, on Wednesday, March 25 on County owned property behind the Newland Park Landfill. Solid Waste Division staff will perform all necessary controls, and appropriate local first responders have been notified. For questions, please call our…
Read MoreWicomico County Prescribed Burn – Fruitland
The Wicomico County Department of Public Works in collaboration with the Maryland Department of Natural Resources Forest Service will be conducting a prescribed burn(s), within the limits of the Sharps Point Dredge Management Facility located at 622 Sharps Point Rd. Fruitland, between March 18th , and April 1st , 2026. This effort will assist the…
Read MoreDelmar, MD Man Sentenced to 40 Years in Prison for Sexual Abuse of a Minor
UPDATED – 03/13/26 – A Delmar, MD, man has been sentenced for the sexual abuse of a minor. A Wicomico County jury found 51 year old Derrick Henderson guilty of sexual abuse of a minor, attempted 2nd degree rape, attempted 4th degree sexual offense and sexual solicitation of a minor last December – and on Thursday,…
Read MoreParsonsburg Convenience Center Brush Pile & Three Bridges Road Closures
The Parsonsburg Convenience Center brush pile has had to be closed for the lack of space. Space is available at the Brick Kiln Road brush pile. The amount of brush and limbs is unprecedented and we are asking for your tolerance during this time. For more information call 410-548-4935 ================= Three Bridges Road has been closed…
Read MoreFour Displaced Following Fire in Delmar, Wicomico County
Four people have been displaced after a fire yesterday at a wood-framed two-story duplex on Executive Club Drive in Delmar, Wicomico County. According to the Office of the Maryland State Fire Marshal, The blaze started on the inside of the garage and was accidental due to improper disposal of pellet stove ash. Also, officials say…
Read MoreWicomico County Public Schools Updates 2025-2026 Calendar with Makeup Days & Survey on 2026-2027 Calendar Options
The Wicomico County Public Schools calendar has been revised to make up all the days missed this year for winter weather. There have been 3 closure days for weather – January 27, February 23 and 24. A makeup day of March 16th has already been announced – additional approved potential makeup days of April 2…
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