The Pocomoke Public Eye: 10/15/23

Saturday, October 21, 2023

The Life Experiences and Wisdom of Pocomoke City's Eben Hearne- Article 12

(Originally published September 12, 1941)

Worcester Democrat

(This series continues next Saturday here at The Pocomoke Public Eye.)

Friday, October 20, 2023

Time Machine Preview

This Sunday here at The Pocomoke Public Eye:

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Thursday, October 19, 2023

Saturday, 10/21, events to be rescheduled.

THERE IS NO BBQ AND CAR SHOW THIS SATURDAY, OCT 21ST, DUE TO EXPECTED INCLEMENT WEATHER.

We are now targeting Veterans Day, November 11th for these events.

Wednesday, October 18, 2023

Charlie drops by The Market Street Deli

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Travels With Charlie: Market Street Deli in Pocomoke City | Travels With Charlie | wboc.com

Racoon tests positive for Rabies

Rabies Notice 10.18.23: RABID RACCOON FOUND IN WESTOVER

(Westover, MD) - A raccoon located near Perry Road and US Route 13 in Westover has tested positive for Rabies. The raccoon was sent to the MD State Laboratory for testing after a fight with a dog. The raccoon was collected Monday, October 16, 2023, submitted for testing Tuesday, October 17, 2023, and the positive test results were received Wednesday, October 18, 2023.

Once infected, rabies is a virus that has a 100% fatality rate when left untreated, in mammals including humans. The Somerset County Health Department reminds everyone to take the following precautions to protect yourself and your family from possible exposure to rabies:

● Report any sick or strange acting wildlife.

● Vaccinate pets and livestock. Maryland law requires that all dogs, cats and ferrets be vaccinated against rabies by four months of age. Vaccinating your domestic animal not only provides protection for the animal, but vaccinated pets act as a barrier to keep the rabies virus from spreading between wild animals and people.

● Do not feed wildlife or stray animals and discourage them from seeking food near your home.

● Do not approach an unknown animal, either wild or domestic, especially if it is acting in a strange or unusual manner.

● Keep garbage cans tightly covered and avoid storing any food outside.

● Instruct children to tell an adult immediately if they were bitten or scratched by any animal.

● If an unvaccinated pet comes in contact with rabid or suspected rabies the pet must be quarantined for four months.

● Vaccinated pets that come in contact with rabid or suspected rabid animals must be given a booster rabies vaccination within five days of the contact.

All animal bites or scratches should be reported to the Somerset County Health Department at 443-523-1700 during business hours (Monday - Friday, 8am to 5pm) and 443-859-4419 after hours. Only you can protect your family and pets from the deadly rabies virus.

Tuesday, October 17, 2023

(Updated)Worcester County school safety statement

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(Updated)

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Worcester Board of Education Responds to Letter Regarding School Safety | Latest News | wboc.com

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WORCESTER CO., Md. – The Worcester County Board of Education says schools in their system are not unsafe.

On Tuesday, the board released a statement, saying there is a breakdown of communication between the Sheriff, State’s Attorney, and the school board’s executive team.

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Worcester Co. School officials release statement on school safety - 47abc (wmdt.com)