The Pocomoke Public Eye: 1/30/22

Saturday, February 5, 2022

TidalHealth transtions from Crisis Mode

(WBOC)

SEAFORD, Del./SALISBURY, Md.- TidalHealth has announced they are moving out of crisis mode to Contingency mode of operations as COVID metrics begin to trend down.

View news story:

TidalHealth Out of Crisis Mode on Friday | Latest News | wboc.com

NASA plans to retire International Space Station in 2031

NASA Wallops plays an important role in re-supply missions to the International Space Station but NASA has announced that the Space Station's mission will come to an end in 2031.

View local news story:

NASA to retire ISS in 2031 - 47abc (wmdt.com)

Friday, February 4, 2022

(Updated) Pocomoke Firemen assisted in Baltimore

(Additional information from the City of Pocomoke Facebook page)

 The Baltimore City Fire Department asked for assistance from the whole state to send personnel and equipment to staff 38 fire stations within Baltimore City. BCFD has more than 500 people on duty per day.

Members of the Pocomoke City Volunteer Fire Department answered that call. There was an application process and stringent criteria/qualifications had to be met. They exceeded that criteria and were chosen to assist. Engine 102 departed Pocomoke City on February 2nd at 1 am to gather at the M&T Bank Stadium at 5 am for station assignments, instructions, and orientation. 

The following Pocomoke City Fire Department volunteers reported for duty:

Driver/Operator: Asst. Chief Eric Denston FF/Paramedic
Officer: Noah King FF/EMT
Crew 1: AJ Miller FF/Paramedic
Crew 2: Tyler Fairman FF/EMT
Crew 3: Josh Weichmann FF
Crew 4: Deyton Dean FF/EMT

(Original post)

(Info from Pocomoke Fire Company Facebook page)

Wednesday members from the Pocomoke City Volunteer Fire Company traveled to Baltimore City to assist members of the Baltimore City Fire Company in handling calls for service while they laid 3 members killed in the line of duty to rest. For the first time in their 225 year history, the entire Baltimore City Fire Company was out of service so they could properly honor their fallen brothers and sisters. Pocomoke Engine 102 and Prince Frederick Engine 21 were assigned to Engine 41/Batallion 1 in the Highlandtown area of Baltimore.

What a difference a week makes

(Eastern Shore Post, 2/4/22)

Time Machine Preview

This Sunday here at The Pocomoke Public Eye a feature article presents a 1927 view of the contemporary times and history of Worcester County.

Accomack sheriff warns of Caller Id "Spoofing"

(Shore Daily News)

According to Sheriff W. Todd Wessells, the Accomack County Sheriff’s Office has recently received information regarding the ongoing use of scams against citizens, which could result in the loss of thousands of dollars to the victims. Although many of these scams are not new, as technology advances, so do the methods of conducting the scams.

View news story:

Sheriff's Office warns of ongoing phone scams - Shore Daily News

Thursday, February 3, 2022

Something new, Something old-er

What's this?

It's Delmarva Power's new logo that will replace their current logo-

Long retired, we suppose, is "Ready Kilowatt" who represented many electrical utility companies including Delmarva Power's predecessors Delmarva Power & Light Company, and Eastern Shore Public Service.

Wednesday, February 2, 2022

DENSE FOG ADVISORY

2/2/22

View these links to check for possible Thursday morning delays:

wmdt.com

shoredailynews.com

wboc.com

Tuesday, February 1, 2022

Somerset and Worcester Teacher of Year nominations

Online nominations for Somerset County Teacher of the Year are being received through Monday, February 7.

View link below to nominate:

Teacher of the Year - Teacher of the Year - Somerset County Public Schools

Nominees for Worcester County Teacher of the Year were recently announced.

View Bayside Gazette news story:

Worcester County Teacher of the Year candidates revealed - Worcester County News Bayside Gazette (baysideoc.com)

Worcester Sheriff's Office announces passing of K9 Regan

It is with great sadness and heavy hearts to announce the passing of Worcester County Sheriff's Office retired K9, and Cpl. Chuck Dennis' partner, K9 Regan. K9 Regan served Worcester County for 8 years before retiring in September 2020. K9 Regan was 12 years old.

During his years of service K9 Regan was deployed for numerous searches and apprehensions. K9 Regan was a part of numerous educational demonstrations and took pride in protecting his handler. The Worcester County Sheriff's Office expresses its gratitude for K9 Regan's service and extends its deepest sympathy to Cpl. Dennis during this difficult time.

Thank you for your service K9 Regan.

Monday, January 31, 2022

Public schools status for Tuesday, 2/1/22

WORCESTER- 2 hours delay. No half-day Pre-Kindergarten classes.

SOMERSET- 2 hours delay. There are concerns about the roads re-freezing overnight, therefore transportation crews will be out early in the morning to re-access the safety of the roads. Any changes to the 2-hour delay status will be announced in the morning. As of 645 a.m. on 2/1 no changes had been announced.

ACCOMACK- Virtual learning day for all students. Teachers will teach from home. Twelve-month employees will report 2 hours late.

WICOMICO- 90 minute delay.

Worcester Snow Emergency Plan lifted

The Maryland State Police Berlin Barrack reports that the Snow Emergency Plan has been lifted in Worcester County. They urge motorists to use caution on the roadways in and around Worcester County and to be mindful of black ice at night and try to limit travel after dark.

TidalHealth visitation policy changing

(WMDT)

SALISBURY, Md. – Starting on Tuesday, February 1st, TidalHealth will increase visitation opportunities at both TidalHealth Peninsula Regional in Salisbury and TidalHealth Nanticoke in Seaford.

One designated visitor over the age of 18 will be allowed per patient for the duration of the patient’s hospitalization.

View news story:

TidalHealth changing visitation policy starting Feb. 1st - 47abc (wmdt.com)

Sunday, January 30, 2022

Wicomico Public Schools closed on 1/31.

Wicomico County Public Schools and Central Office will be closed on Monday, January 31st due to inclement weather conditions. School families and staff should check SchoolMessenger call/email for detailed information.

Virtual learning day for Accomack Public Schools 1/31

Due to icy road conditions Accomack County Public Schools will observe a virtual learning day on Monday, January 31st. Twelve-month employees will work from home.

Distance Learning for Worcester Public Schools on 1/31/22

Due to inclement weather Worcester County Public Schools will transition to distance learning for Monday, January 31st. Please have your child log-on to Schoology, check the school's website, or ClassDojo if applicable, to access their synchronous learning schedule. All after school, evening and Adult Education classes are cancelled for January 31st.

Somerset Public Schools closed on 1/31/22

Due to the icy conditions on back roads and side streets throughout the county, Somerset County Public Schools will be closed for students and all staff Monday, January 31st.