December 1925
Worcester Democrat
Pocomoke City
December 25, 2025
At last!
Thursday, December 25, 2025
Wednesday, December 24, 2025
Twas' night before Christmas in Pocomoke-
Twas' The Night Before Christmas in Pocomoke City
Twas' the night before Christmas
And throughout Worcester County
Children were snug in their beds
Awaiting Santa's good bounty.
The Eastern Shore hour was late
When all should be sleeping.
But to no one's surprise
Some sure were peeping.
The jolly ol' elf isn't far away
They all knew.
Maybe he's in Accomack, Somerset,
Or Wicomico, too.
They hoped that with decorations
Making everything pretty,
Santa certainly would visit
Pocomoke City!
Then from Second Street Extended
To Stockton Road,
Santa's sleigh was spotted
With all its good load.
And from the river bridges
To the Virginia line,
He made all his stops
Hoping to make everything fine.
All the children were sure
That when they awoke,
They would find good things
Left by Santa in Pocomoke!
Monday, December 22, 2025
WMDT news anchor moving on-
WMDT news anchor Han Cechini is leaving for a new job as a media specialist for the Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development. Han has been with the local station since 2020.
Sunday, December 21, 2025
Utility SCAM-
⚠️ SCAM ALERT ⚠️
The Worcester County Sheriff’s Office wants to warn the community about electric company scams. Scammers are posing as utility companies and demanding immediate payment, often threatening to shut off power.
👉 Utility companies do NOT:
• Demand payment by gift cards, wire transfer, or payment apps
• Ask for personal or banking information unexpectedly
• Pressure you to make a payment immediately or refuse to let you verify the account
If you receive a suspicious call, hang up immediately. If you need to verify information related to your bill, contact your electric company directly using the number on your bill or another verified number.
Time Machine: 100 years ago this week in Pocomoke's newspaper; plus 2006 Christmas column.
It is revealing how many of the young boys requested boots from Santa Claus. Boots, just plain boots. Today they would be disappointed if they did not receive the latest I-Phone or Nintendo switch. Footwear is just taken for granted when 100 years ago it could be a luxury.
Your friend,
Slim
tkforPPE says: I've noticed that other highly requested items appearing in old Letters to Santa are fruit (oranges and apples), nuts and raisins. Perhaps due to availability and/or price these "goodies" were not plentiful in many homes.
Saturday, December 20, 2025
A page from 1916's Maryland's Colonial Eastern Shore-
(This concludes coverage of Worcester, Somerset, and Wicomico counties.
Save address below to read about our Colonial mid and upper Shore counties:)
Friday, December 19, 2025
Remember Weijia and Hallie?
Weijia Jiang, a Senior White House Correspondent for CBS News, filled in as anchor of the network's evening news Friday. (12/18 was the last day at the anchor's desk for the team of John Dickerson and Maurice Dubois; Tony Dokoupil will be the new anchor.)
Weijia began her career on the Eastern Shore at WBOC in 2006. Later she made stops in Baltimore and New York along a path that led her to CBS. She will be president of the White House Correspondents Association in 2026.
Hallie Jackson of NBC News also started her career in 2006 at WBOC. Like Weijia, Hallie is a Senior White House Correspondent. She appears in other high visibility positions as well for NBC.
(Opinion)
Are the odds of making it from a small TV market like the Eastern Shore to a nationwide network similar to winning the lottery? Maybe or maybe not but, to their credit, these two young women have exercised their abilities to the utmost to get there.
Virginia Governor viewed launch from Wallops-
(Shore Daily News)
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Youngkin visits Shore to watch Rocket Lab Electron mission - Shore Daily News
Thursday, December 18, 2025
New Chesapeake Bay Bridge spans-
The Maryland Transportation Authority Board Thursday approved plans (Alternative C Plan) for replacing the current Chesapeake Bay Bridge spans with two new four-lane spans and widening US 50/301 to eight lanes with four traveling in either direction. Agency and public comments will be received beginning early next year with the Federal Highway Administration determining a recommendation later.
It is very easy for the MTA to recommend and approve plans for two bridges, each carrying four lanes. The proof will be if it actually happens. Significantly, while MTA approves, it offers no viable way to pay for this project, and we all know that the State of Maryland is just overflowing with extra money these days.
Your friend,
Slim
Proposed Crisfield med facility raises some concerns-
(WBOC)
CRISFIELD, MD - Community members gathered in the Crisfield High School auditorium on Wednesday evening for a special meeting of the Mayor and City Council with TidalHealth representatives regarding a proposed new medical facility.
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Neighbors share thoughts and concerns over TidalHealth urgent care proposal | Latest News | wboc.com
Wednesday, December 17, 2025
New Worcester Board of Ed member-
Worcester County Public Schools
December 17, 2025 - The Worcester County Commissioners appointed Jackie Cutlip to the Board of Education (BOE) to fill the remainder of a four-year term through November 2026. This vacancy was created by the resignation of Katie Addis.
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Worcester schools exec under investigation-
There are more questions than answers this week surrounding an investigation of a high-ranking Worcester County public school official.
Last Saturday morning, local, state and federal investigators converged on the West Ocean City home of Denise Shorts, who resides in the Oyster Harbor community. Shorts is a member of the Worcester County Public Schools executive leadership team, serving as chief academic officer grades pre-kindergarten to eighth grade.
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Member of school system administration under investigation | Premium Content | octodaydispatch.com
Vehicle fire in Pocomoke-
(WMDT)
POCOMOKE CITY, Md. – The Pocomoke City Volunteer Fire Company responded to a vehicle fire Tuesday evening.
It happened just before 5:30 p.m. in the 1100 block of Market Street.
Crews were able to quickly extinguish the fire, preventing it from spreading to a nearby vehicle and building.
Market Street was temporarily closed to allow crews to work safely.
Tuesday, December 16, 2025
Wallops Rocket Lab launch-
(NASA)
A Rocket Lab Electron rocket is scheduled to launch from NASA’s Wallops Flight Facility during a window extending from Dec. 18-23, 12-4 a.m. EST each night. This launch supports the United States Space Force.
The rocket launch may be visible from the Chesapeake Bay region. A launch livestream will be provided by Rocket Lab on their YouTube channel.
Chincoteague featured in national publication-
(Shore Daily News)
Chincoteague has been featured in Business View Magazine as part of the publication’s ongoing series highlighting economic growth and best practices in cities and towns across North America.
The feature is based on an in-depth interview between Chincoteague Mayor Denise Bowden and Business View Magazine Editor-in-Chief Karen Surca, focusing on how the island community balances tourism-driven prosperity with long-term sustainability and preservation of its local character.
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Chincoteague Island featured in Business View Magazine - Shore Daily News
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