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WINTER STORM: Snowfall on Delmarva
Bear, Delaware was the big winner in Sunday’s Winter Storm Fern updated snow fall totals according to the National Weather Service posted at 2am Monday with 10-inches of snow – followed by Wilmington with 9-inches. In Sussex County Milton and Selbyville show with about 4-inches. Delaware’s heavier snowfall was in Kent and New Castle Counties.…
Read MoreWicomico County Leaders Respond to Proposed State Ban on Immigration Enforcement Agreements
Wicomico County Executive Julie Giordano and Sheriff Mike Lewis held a news conference Friday to address their concerns regarding proposed legislation in Maryland pertaining to Public Safety and Immigration Enforcement Agreements — Prohibition, as well as to outline Wicomico County’s formal response to the State of Maryland. The Talk of Delmarva’s Joe Ciccanti has more……
Read MoreBoard of Public Works Approves Multiple Funding Awards for Wicomico County
Wicomico County has secured multiple funding approvals following action taken by the Maryland Board of Public Works (BPW), providing new investments in environmental protection, recreational facilities, and land preservation. During its January 7th meeting, the Board approved several grant awards benefiting Wicomico County, reflecting continued state partnership in supporting local infrastructure, environmental stewardship, and community…
Read MoreUPDATED: Whitehaven Ferry to Temporarily Close
UPDATED–12/29/25: The Whitehaven Ferry will be out of service tomorrow morning, Tuesday, December 30th for transmission maintenance. The Ferry is anticipated to be back in operation later in the day.  UPDATED – 12/19/25 – The Whitehaven ferry is repaired and back in service. We apologize for any inconvenience.  ===========================================================  In Wicomico County,…
Read MoreWicomico County Awarded Airport Improvement Grant
Wicomico County has been awarded a $95,000 FY26 Airport Improvement Grant from the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to support critical infrastructure improvements at the Salisbury–Ocean City Wicomico Regional Airport. This grant award, issued to the County of Wicomico and shared with the Office of Representative Andy Harris, will fund Phase 1—design…
Read MoreFatal Industrial Accident Under Investigation in Wicomico County
An investigation is underway into the death of an 81-year-old man–Paul Wayne Jones– after the excavator he was operating was found submerged in a pond on private property in Fruitland. The Wicomico County Sheriff’s Office responded yesterday, December 9th, after the property owner discovered Jones’s vehicle but could not locate him. A dive team later…
Read MoreWicomico County Solid Waste Division Tipping Fee Increase Notice
In Wicomico County, effective Thursday, January 1st, 2026, the Fiscal Year 2026 Budget includes an increase of the tipping fee. Under the Newland Park Landfill Fee Schedule, the tipping fee will increase to $88.00 per ton with a minimum charge of $10.00. The commercial brush fee will increase to $44.00 per ton, also with a…
Read MoreStructure Fire in Delmar Linked to Burn Pit
A structure fire that occurred yesterday afternoon on Roy West Road in Delmar in Wicomico County was determined to have been accidental. According to the Office of the Maryland State Fire Marshal, occupants of the residence were using a burn pit approximately an hour before the fire. The occupants thought the fire was completely out…
Read MoreWicomico County Government Closures for Thanksgiving
WICOMICO COUNTY GOVERNMENT OFFICES Wicomico County Government Offices will be closed Thursday, November 27, 2025, in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday and Friday, November 28, 2025 in observance of Native Heritage Day. CONVENIENCE CENTERS, LANDFILL, BRUSH PILE, FERRIES THANKSGIVING DAY & NATIVE HERITAGE DAY HOLIDAY SCHEDULE On Thursday, November 27, 2025, the Newland Park…
Read MoreNew Westside Salisbury Cell Tower Now in Service
Wicomico County officials Monday announced the completion and activation of a new Verizon tower on the Westside. County Executive Julie Giordano says the Wicomico Cedar Hill Antenna has been two years in the making and will strengthen communications and improve public safety for Westside residents, first responders and local businesses with improved cell coverage and…
Read MoreMultiple Alarm Blaze Destroys Berlin Business
A multiple alarm fire off Worcester Highway Thursday is under investigation by the Worcester County Fire Marshal’s office. Firefighters from Berlin were called to Bayside Jet Drive just after 1:20pm where they found a single story building well involved with fire through the roof and extending from the front wall of the structure. Command requested…
Read MoreUPDATED: Quantico Man Sentenced to 50 Years in Attempted First Degree Murder of Step-Daughter
UPDATED – 11/07/25 –Â A Quantico man has been sentenced to fifty years in prison for the attempted first degree murder of his step-daughter. On Thursday, 71 year old McKinley Cornish was sentenced by Chief Judge of the Circuit Court of Wicomico County, Kathleen Beckstead for attempted first degree murder, firearms charges and related offenses. After…
Read MoreRabid Fox Found near Quanitco, MD
Heath Department officials in Wicomico County say that a fox tested positive for rabies last week. Officials say the fox was tested on October 28th – it was found in the area of Catchpenny Road in Quantico, Maryland. Residents in that area should be on their guard and avoid contact with all wild or stray…
Read MoreWhitehaven Ferry Down for Mechanical Issue
Officials in Wicomico County say the Whitehaven Ferry is off line due to a mechanical issue. They are working to repair it as quickly as possible and are anticipating it being back on line tomorrow afternoon. We apologize for any inconvenience.
Read MoreWicomico County Public Schools Look to Expand Weapons Detection Systems
The use of weapons detection systems will be expanded in Wicomico County. Over the last year, weapons detections systems have been used by Wicomico County Public Schools at large gatherings as well as on a daily basis in smaller programs like summer school, Evening High School and Choices Academy. During a September 30th work session,…
Read MoreSalisbury Man Sentenced to 25 Years in Prison for Possession of Child Pornography
A Salisbury man has been sentenced for possession of child pornography. Circuit Court for Wicomico County Judge S. James Sarbanes sentenced 33 year old Sean Peterson to 25 years in prison – to run consecutively to a 25 year sentence that he is already serving which was imposed in Calvert County. Peters previously pleaded guilty…
Read MoreJosh Hastings Files for MD State Delegate to Represent District 38B (Wicomico County)
Josh Hastings has filed for Maryland State Delegate to District 38-B – which represents Delmar, Salisbury and Fruitland. Hastings, a life-long resident of Wicomico County, is a 2-term Wicomico County Council member – and supports stronger schools, better job opportunities and a healthy, prosperous Eastern Shore. Hastings prides himself as a common-sense, independent-minded, leader who…
Read MoreState Highway Administration to Resurface US 13 (Salisbury Bypass) In Wicomico County Next Week
The Maryland Department of Transportation State Highway Administration will begin resurfacing a section of southbound US 13 (Salisbury Bypass) in Wicomico County on Monday, September 15th. The work is expected to be complete by late fall, weather permitting. Starting Monday, crews will begin working 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. on southbound US 13, between MD…
Read MoreUpdate: Wicomico County Broadband Expansion Project
Many Wicomico County households will soon gain reliable, high-speed internet access thanks to a $2.9 million state-funded broadband expansion project. The effort will help families in underserved areas stay connected for work, school, healthcare, and daily needs. Approximately 381 locations across the county are included in the project. Over the coming months, providers including Talkie…
Read MoreWicomico County Announces Intent to Move Forward with ICE Warrant Service Officer Model
Wicomico County intends to move forward with the Warrant Service Officer (WSO) model, a program with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) designed to enhance public safety by allowing specially trained officers to serve and execute administrative immigration warrants on individuals already in county custody. The WSO program is a structured partnership with ICE that…
Read MoreLabor Day Closings for Wicomico County
WICOMICO COUNTY GOVERNMENT OFFICES Wicomico County Government Offices will be closed Monday, September 1, 2025, in observance of Labor Day. CONVENIENCE CENTERS, LANDFILL, BRUSH PILE, FERRIES –Â LABOR DAY HOLIDAY SCHEDULE On Monday, September 1, 2025, the Newland Park Landfill and Brush Pile will be closed. All external Convenience Centers will be closed. Upper and…
Read MoreUPDATED: Upper Ferry Remains Out of Service for Major Rehabilitation & Scheduled Overhaul
UPDATED – 08/26/25 – The Wicomico County Upper Ferry has been out of service since June 27, 2025, following the conclusion of its service day due to mechanical challenges impacting the vessel’s operation. These mechanical challenges posed a safety concern, and out of an abundance of caution, the County suspended service immediately. In addition to…
Read MoreUPDATED: Wrong-way Seaford Driver Sentenced to 30 Years in Prison in Deadly Wicomico County Crash
UPDATED – 08/15/25 – A Seaford man has been sentenced in the Circuit Court of Wicomico County for multiple counts of manslaughter by motor vehicle. Judge Matthew Maciarello sentenced 61 year old Jay Bynum to 30 years in prison – the maximum allowable sentence under the law. Bynum was convicted in June after a three-day…
Read MoreUPDATED: Salisbury Man Sentenced in 2023 Murder in Wicomico County
UPDATED – 08/11/25 – A 19 year old Salisbury man has been sentenced for 1st degree murder and weapons offenses after a shooting at Pizza City on April 15-16 of 2023. Circuit Court for Wicomico County S. James Sarbanes sentenced Cashmir Holbrook to life with all but 40 years suspended on the murder charge and…
Read MoreInvestigators Seek Additional Information After Wicomico County Man Charged With Impersonating A Police Officer
Maryland State Police are seeking the public’s assistance while continuing the investigation into a case of a police impersonator who was served a criminal summons in February. A 19-year old from Salisbury–identified as Jayden Ballard –was served the summons on February 12th. He was charged with impersonating a police officer and unlawful taking of a…
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