Temporary moratorium on marijuana businesses in Pocomoke

 

(WBOC)

POCOMOKE CITY, Md.-City leaders in Pocomoke City are implementing restrictions on marijuana business there. The mayor tells WBOC that the City Council passed a resolution Monday night establishing a six-month moratorium for marijuana businesses. This includes all aspects of marijuana business, such as growing, processing, and on-site consumption.

The City says the ordinance will be so leaders can establish proper zoning laws and figure out where marijuana establishments will fit best.

This moratorium on marijuana business goes into effect immediately in Pocomoke.

 

Time Machine: 100 years ago this week in Pocomoke's newspaper; 1980, 1899, 1942, 1989, and conclusion of feature series Long Ago But Not Far Away.

 

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Pocomoke Public Eye footnote:

Rev. Biking was an active supporter of prohibition and some news reports alluded to this in regard to the parsonage fire.  The reverend was a respected member of the Pocomoke community and in other charges he served during his later career, however note the news items below from the same era in which he received the commendation written about in the article:

December, 1980

Crisfield Times

June, 1899

Baltimore American

March, 1942

(Recent improvement constructed on the west side of the Pocomoke River bridge, designed to increase the safety and convenience of those who cross on foot.  The cut shows only half the walkway; it continues beyond the draw to the Somerset side.  This is a wise precaution of the State and cannot be otherwise but appreciated by those who have occasion to tread the boards.)

Worcester Democrat

January, 1989

Salisbury Daily Times

LONG AGO BUT NOT FAR AWAY- THE ORIGINAL INHABITANTS OF OUR SOUTHERN PENINSULA 

From a 1951 feature article in the Norfolk Virginian-Pilot.  The author, Leonora W. Wood, (1892-1989) wrote articles of regional historic interest for Virginia newspapers and authored "Guide To Virginia's Eastern Shore" in 1952.  She was an inspiration for the novel "Christy" written by her daughter Catherine Marshall, a well-known author.  Mrs. Wood's husband was a minister who had served Holmes Presbyterian Church in Cheriton.

(This week: Concluding excerpt #9 of nine:)

New Maryland gun law

 

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Judge blocks part of new Md. gun law that was about to take effect - Maryland Matters

The Life Experiences and Wisdom of Pocomoke City's Eben Hearne- Article 9

 

(Originally published July 11, 1941)

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

Orioles AAA affiliate wins championship; former Shorebird homers.

 

On the same night the big league club clinched its first AL East crown since 2014 with its 100th victory of the season, the Triple-A Norfolk Tides put an exclamation mark on their winningest season by capturing the International League championship for the first time in 38 years.

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Orioles affiliate wins first Triple-A title in 38 years (mlb.com)

Time Machine Preview

 This Sunday here at The Pocomoke Public Eye:

PLUS

1980  ..  

1899  ..       

                

1942  ..          

1989  ..

And concluding series feature: Long Ago But Not Far Away.

           

Preparing for demolition

 (WBOC)

(9/28/23)

POCOMOKE CITY, Md. -- Today, the process of getting buildings on Willow Street demolished began. Rundown and vacant buildings have occupied that area of Pocomoke's downtown for quite some time. 

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 A Safety Hazard in Downtown Pocomoke is Getting Some Attention | Latest News | wboc.com

Crisfield annual Crab and Clam Bake Wednesday

High water didn't dampin spirits at the J. Millard Tawes Crab and Clam Bake.

(delmarva.now pictures)

        Governor Moore was among the many political figures in attendance.

Remembering Brooks

 

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Hall of Fame 3B, Orioles legend Brooks Robinson dies at 86 - ESPN