The Pocomoke Public Eye

Thursday, November 28, 2024

Worcester schools- a different tune now reported.

(WMDT)

Earlier this year, Worcester County law enforcement and public school officials clashed over concerns about school safety. The tides, however, have turned, according to school and law enforcement leaders.

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Collaboration between Worcester Co. law enforcement, educators is "better than ever" - 47abc

Giving thanks-

Tuesday, November 26, 2024

Marines and FBI among latest Pocomoke Hardwire LLC contracts.

(WMDT)

The United States Marine Corps (USMC) has awarded a contract to the company to manufacture lightweight body armor plates, valued at $29.3 million. Additionally, the FBI contracted Hardwire LLC for $22 million to provide ultra-low visibility body armor.

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Pocomoke's Hardwire LLC providing state-of-the-art armor to USMC, FBI - 47abc

ICE ICE in Berlin-

Nov 29 ICE ICE Berlin & Tree Lighting

Join us 5pm - 9pm as we begin the holiday season

featuring beautifully covered Ice Sculptures

sponsored by the Berlin businesses!

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30+ Holiday themed lighted sculptures

Tree is lit at 6pm

Greet Santa at Kringle Kottage on Artisan's Green

Shops open late!

Family holiday movies-

Worcester Firing Range

Worcester County Sheriff's Office

The Worcester County Firing Range is closed to the public for the season.

🗓️ Reopening Date: April 2025

Thank you for your understanding, and we look forward to seeing you next season! Stay safe and enjoy the holidays. 🎯

Monday, November 25, 2024

Holiday travel-

Is crossing the Chesapeake Bay Bridge in your holiday travel plans? The Maryland Transportation Authority recommends the following times to best avoid congestion:

Tuesday, November 26 – before noon and after 8 p.m.

Wednesday, November 27 – before 9 a.m. and after 7 p.m.

Thursday, November 28 – before 10 a.m. and after 3 p.m.

Friday, November 29 – before 9 a.m. and after 6 p.m.

Saturday, November 30 – before 10 a.m. and after 7 p.m.

Sunday, December 1 – before 10 a.m. and after 8 p.m.

(11/25 UPDATE) Outdoor burn bans lifted but extra caution urged..

Due to recent precipitation bans on outdoor burning on the lower Eastern Shore have been lifted. Normal burning regulations remain in effect and extra caution is urged in all areas as dry conditions have not been completely alleviated.

Thanksgiving public schools calendar-

Worcester County, Somerset County, Wicomico County, and Accomack County public schools are closed November 27 to 29. Northampton County public schools are closed November 25 to 29.

Sunday, November 24, 2024

Time Machine: THANKSGIVING 1924, 1985; plus Pocomoke Indian Nation feature.

(Archived issues for some dates of the Worcester Democrat in November and December, 1924 are not available. The following 1924 items from The Evening Times in Salisbury are in lieu of our usual "100 years ago this week" feature from the Pocomoke Newspaper.)