The Pocomoke Public Eye

Sunday, September 6, 2026

Time←←Machine: 100 years ago this week in Pocomoke City's newspaper; plus a 2006 reunion photo of PHS class of 1951.

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From our archives:

August 2006 ...

Salisbury Daily Times

The Pocomoke High School class of 1951 celebrated its 55th reunion at the American Legion Hall in Pocomoke City.

From left, front row are Betsy Creath Cheney of Pocomoke City, Joan Russell Bull of Nokesville, Va., Donald Bishop of Annapolis, Robert Howard of Pungoteague, Shirley McAllister of Salisbury, Patricia Howard Dimattia of Pocomoke City and Joan Yaggi Brown of Dover.

Second row, Anne Smith Bosman of Pocomoke City, Norma Niblet Knight of Pocomoke City, Anita Gossard Mears of Snow Hill, Betty Lambertson Wilkinson of Salisbury, Anne Mason Mason of Accomac, Va., Rebecca Watson Long of Pocomoke City, Barbara Townsend Cromwell of Arnold, Md., Willard Beauchamp of Pocomoke City, Mary Henderson Wise of Oak Hall, Elaine Martin Jenkins of Pocomoke City and Nancy Wilson Engh of Frankford.

August 1935 ...

Worcester Democrat

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Friday, September 4, 2026

Senator Carozza: Redistricting referendum-

Court okays Md redistricting referendum-

(WMDT)

The Maryland Supreme Court has reversed the decision of the Circuit Court of Anne Arundel County, ruling that the proposed constitutional amendment can go to a referendum after clarifying the question’s language.

(View news story)

Maryland Supreme Court Rules in Favor of Redistricting Ballot Measure - 47abc

Thursday, September 3, 2026

$$$ to boost southern Worcester-

Worcester County Secures $150,000 to Advance Economic Growth in Southern Worcester

Worcester County Tourism and Economic Development (WCTED), in partnership with the Tri-County Council for the Lower Eastern Shore (TCC) is launching a comprehensive economic development project to identify opportunities for industry growth, private investment, and job creation in southern Worcester County.

Mayor Nock's Facebook page has much more on this.

https://www.facebook.com/CMToddJNock/

(View WBOC news story)

Worcester County approved for $150,000 grant to increase jobs and advance economic growth in southern portion | Latest News | wboc.com

On appeal: Somerset library book policy-

A Somerset County School Board policy that makes young adult books in school libraries unavailable to almost all students in county schools violate state law and the First Amendment, an appeal to the State Board of Education claims.

(View article)

Somerset County schools book policy faces new State Board challenge - Maryland Matters

Wednesday, September 2, 2026

Crisfield's 79th Derby Event!

Event information and tickets:

Home | derby

Pocomoke cannabis dispensary-

Pocomoke dispensary site plan reviewed, approved

(View news article)
09.03.26-Bayside-Gazette.pdf

The Pocomoke Public Eye speculates -

Proposed: Fire assistance from Somerset EMS crews-

(WBOC)

SOMERSET COUNTY, Md. — Somerset County officials are working with volunteer fire chiefs on a proposed policy that could allow county EMS crews to provide more support at fire scenes.

(View news story)

Somerset County considering policy allowing EMS crews to assist volunteer firefighters at fire scenes | Latest News | wboc.com

Worcester eyes Welcome Center purchase-

(WBOC)

...request from the county to purchase the Pocomoke Welcome Center from the state.

(View 9/1 news story)

Worcester County approved to send request to purchase Pocomoke Welcome Center | Latest News | wboc.com

And rename it "The Debbie Shay Welcome Center".

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Tuesday, September 1, 2026

Facing federal prosecution: alleged Eastern Va., Md., De street gang members-

(Shore Daily News)

A federal racketeering prosecution involving an alleged Bloods-affiliated street gang has expanded to nine defendants, with prosecutors accusing members of a regional criminal organization of murder, attempted murder, shootings, robberies, armed carjackings and drug trafficking.

(View news story)

Federal indictment expands Eastern Shore gang case to nine defendants - Shore Daily News

Passing of fire company veteran-

The Pocomoke City Volunteer Fire Company announced the passing of
Gold Badge Member Terry Sommers who had been a member since 1969. He was a former president of the fire company and had served in numerous capacities helping guide the station. A funeral service will be held September 3rd.

(View obituary)

Terry Douglas Sommers Sr. Obituary Aug 26, 2026 - Bradshaw and Sons Funeral Home

Somerset solar project: Yes or No?

(WBOC)

PRINCESS ANNE, Md. — A proposed solar project in Somerset County is drawing differing opinions from neighbors as state officials review whether the project can move forward.

(View news story)

Proposed Somerset County solar project draws differing opinions | Latest News | wboc.com

Monday, August 31, 2026

"Maryland Matters" tells statewide readers about school accomplishments in Pocomoke and Worcester County -

...Pocomoke is just one example of the “wonderful things going on” in the Worcester County school district...

(View article)

Worcester County schools blend culture, tenure, individual attention to earn top test scores - Maryland Matters

Maryland in general, and Worcester County in particular, are examples of just a small handful or school districts that begin sessions after September 1st. Approximately 85% of US students have already begun the 2026-2027 school year.

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