Friday, December 16, 2022

 Whew! We just had to take a break from the Holiday rush.




Wallops Rocket Lab launch

 


According to Shore Daily News, as of 12/16, the first Rocket Lab mission from Wallops is now scheduled for Sunday evening between 6 and 8p.m. 


Time Machine Preview

This Sunday A *HOLIDAY EDITION* here at The Pocomoke Public Eye:



Plus
1970 ..  
(How many of the supporting Pocomoke City businesses listed will you remember?)


1896  .. 

(Read their Christmas editorial)

1937  .. 
                      
(A well-known old Eastern Shore restaurant serving holiday shoppers)

2001  ..  
            
(Christmas memories shared)



Thursday, December 15, 2022

                     

   

                            

Sunday, December 11, 2022

Time Machine: Pocomoke newspaper items 100 years ago this week, 1973, 1956, 1942, plus local history author's TV segment: Visitor In Vienna.

 


This week
 in Pocomoke City's
                           Newspaper                           





(Note: Following the devastating Pocomoke City fire of April, 1922, the attention to fire stories seemed to be very evident in the local newspaper.)

                





November, 1973

Worcester County Messenger



December, 1956

Salisbury Times

December, 1942


Eastern Shore Times


Visitor In Vienna

Throwback Thursday w/ Jim Duffy: Visitor In Vienna | Delmarvalife | wboc.com





Friday, December 9, 2022

Latest on missing Accomack County woman

                                             
December 9, 2022





Time Machine Preview

This Sunday here at The Pocomoke Public Eye:


Wonder what was in

 Pocomoke City's newspaper

 100 years-ago this week?
Plus-
1956  .. 

1973  ..         
Pocomoke Christmas Parade-


1942  .. 

Plus local history author Jim Duffy's TV segment: Visitor In Vienna. 


Thursday, December 8, 2022

 

                                                      Snow Hill                                                  Pocomoke

Worcester County Recreation & Parks (WCRP) is excited to announce two new events in Maryland’s Coast, Worcester County. Save the date for free drive in movies and laser shows during the month of December.

On Friday, December 9, The Polar Express will be showing on the big screen at John Walter Smith Park in Snow Hill. On Saturday, December 10, The Grinch will be shown at Newtown Park in Pocomoke. After the conclusion of both movies, the sky will be lit up with an exciting laser show performance. Vehicle parking will begin at 6:00 p.m. and showtime starts at 7:00 p.m.  

The addresses to the parks are John Walter Smith Park at 6022 Public Landing Rd, Snow Hill MD 21863 and Newtown Park at 2001 Groton Rd, Pocomoke MD 21851.

Don’t miss out these outdoor events, bring a blanket, some of your favorite snacks and enjoy one or more of these great holiday movies and laser show performance with your friends and family.


Wednesday, December 7, 2022

Friday launch postponement

 (Shore Daily News)


(View news story:)

Rocket Lab launch postponed due to weather - Shore Daily News


Worcester law enforcement recruitment

 


(WMDT)

"Recruitment and retention continue to be a challenge for law enforcement personnel in the area..."

(View news story:)

Recruitment for law enforcement in Worcester County becomes focus for Sheriff Matt Crisafulli's new term - 47abc (wmdt.com)

Princess Anne celebrates!

 (Crisfield-Somerset County Times)

Several events Dec. 10 culminate with parade in Princess Anne



PRINCESS ANNE — This Saturday, Dec. 10 will be busy with holiday festivities in downtown Princess Anne.

The Town of Princess Anne, the Princess Anne Chamber of Commerce, and Main Street Princess Anne are working together to ensure plenty of Christmas-themed fun for families and holiday shoppers.

The Princess Anne Craft Fair and Market will be held from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. at the Princess Anne Volunteer Fire Company. Over a dozen vendors will be on hand, featuring local art, handmade jewelry, home decor, and health and beauty items.

Less than a block away, Santa will available for visits and photographs in the historic Election House, located in Manokin River Park, from noon until 3 p.m.

Free horse-drawn carriage rides will also be available, leaving from Manokin River Park and walking through the historic district.

Hot chocolate and Christmas movies will be playing on an outdoor screen. From 3 p.m. until 7 p.m., Squeaky’s Cafe is hosting a Holiday Pop-Up Shop with vendors offering a variety of holiday gifts, fresh eggs and honey, beauty products, jewelry and more.

Throughout the day, Main Street District businesses will be open and welcoming holiday shoppers. The downtown district is trimmed with holiday lights and banners and the Christmas tree, on the courthouse lawn, features ornaments made by Princess Anne Elementary school students.

As the day wanes, the Chamber of Commerce will kick off the annual Christmas Parade a 6 p.m. Hosting the parade at night is a first for Princess Anne. Follow the Main Street Princess Anne Facebook page for updates and details.


                                               



Monday, December 5, 2022

 

Mar-Va's 95th Anniversary Christmas Celebration (jotform.com)

Join us at the Mar-Va Theater & Performing Arts Center this holiday season as we celebrate 95 years of live shows, parties and movies! Come down for a silent auction starting at 6PM, and stay for a live musical performance from the Theater Academy of Delmarva, D'ann Danse, and vocalists from our local community!

Admission is free, but donations to the theater are highly encouraged. We hope you can celebrate with us!