Whew! We just had to take a break from the Holiday rush.
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Friday, December 16, 2022
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:
2001 ..
Thursday, December 15, 2022
Tuesday, December 13, 2022
Sorry kids- Somerset virtual plan approved
(WMDT)
"In anticipation of a weather-related closure, schools will provide advance notice to prepare students and staff for a virtual school day."
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Wallops Rocket Lab launch schedule
Updated 12/14
(Shore Daily News)
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Rocket Lab launch postponed again this time due to weather - Shore Daily News
Monday, December 12, 2022
Holiday traditions on the lower Shore
(Shore Daily News)
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SHORE PERSPECTIVES Our Community Shares Some Holiday Traditions - Shore Daily News
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.
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
Time Machine Preview
This Sunday here at The Pocomoke Public Eye:
Pocomoke City's newspaper
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
Worcester law enforcement recruitment
(WMDT)
"Recruitment and retention continue to be a challenge for law enforcement personnel in the area..."
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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.
Tuesday, December 6, 2022
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!