Time←←Machine: 100 years ago this week in Pocomoke City's newspaper; plus 2007, saving the Marva.

 

FROM OUR ARCHIVES

November 1997

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Salisbury Daily Times

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It's not Ho Ho Ho yet but Glow Glow Glow!

 

(23th..oh that's just some pumpkin mischief.)

Mark your calendar for The Great Pumpkin Showcase, a 4th Friday Event! This will be right in our front yard on Willow Street. 🎃 

We'll be open 5-9pm on 4th Friday...

And 2-9pm on Saturday!

📍Downtown Pocomoke City

🎃 Event Highlights

• The Pumpkin Glow Walk: The centerpiece of the evening is an outdoor gallery featuring a collection of glowing, creatively carved masterpieces submitted by local residents, organizations, and businesses. 
• Festivities: Alongside the pumpkin displays, the evening features live music, local vendors, and seasonal food options. 

Operation Green Light for our Veterans

 

Somerset County Health Department

Join SCHD in supporting veterans through Operation Green Light!

Tuesdays and Thursdays between 8am - 4pm, visit the health department in Westover to pick up your free light bulbs (please limit 2 per household/business, while supplies last).

Light up your home or business in 🟢green 🟢 between November 4 - 11 to raise awareness around the unique challenges faced by many veterans.

Learn more about Operation Green Light here: https://www.naco.org/program/operation-green-light-veterans

Just saying (the President says)...

 

If you strike out first time at bat, you're off the team.

Then Abraham Lincoln should not have been President.

Your friend,

Slim

A deserving award-

 

Worcester County Sheriff's Office

👏 Congratulations to DFC Will Taylor, our Deputy of the Quarter!

Sheriff Matt Crisafulli recognizes DFC Will Taylor for going above and beyond to help a community member experiencing homelessness by providing food, assistance, and support during a difficult time.

His compassion, professionalism, and commitment to treating others with dignity and respect reflect the values of the Worcester County Sheriff’s Office.

Thank you, DFC Taylor, for making a positive difference in our community! Your recognition is well deserved! 

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 This Sunday here at The Pocomoke Public Eye:

PLUS November 1997 ..

This week's Job and Resource Fair-

 

(View news story)

Worcester County Hosts Job & Resource Fair in Pocomoke City - 47abc

Safe Schools Maryland Tipline-

 

💡 Did you know? The Safe Schools Maryland Tipline is a confidential way to report anything that could impact school safety.
📞 Call/Text: 1-833-MD-B-SAFE
#PartnershipsInAction #WeAreWorcester

Wallops Neutron rocket launch delayed-

 (Shore Daily News)

Rocket Lab is delaying the first launch of its Neutron rocket until next year, following the discovery of a manufacturing problem involving one of the rocket’s large carbon-composite fuel tank components.

(View news story)

Rocket Lab delays Neutron's first launch to next year - Shore Daily News

Harris loses his cool, refuses reporter's question-

 

   (WMDT)                                    

... after being asked why he attended this year’s forum, Harris had a viral, combative exchange with reporters and threatened to call police on Capital News Service reporter Cat Murphy for recording him after he incorrectly claimed Maryland’s two-party consent law applied to a public forum.

“You wanted the war in Iran, you said that it could have gone smoother and it could have gone better. What did you mean by that?” asked Murphy.

“Take her camera. You’re gonna have to take her camera. She is violating the law. In fact, get an officer in here,” Harris said. “She’s violating the law on two-party recording.”

Afterward, when pressed by reporters to answer questions, Harris refused to answer.

“All right, guys, [Murphy is] ruining all your chances to get an answer about anything. See y’all,” he said. Harris took no further questions and left.

(Pocomoke Public Eye note: The two-party recording law applies to the recording of private conversations.)

(View full WMDT news story)

Harris and Schwartz go head to head at Cambridge forum

(View WBOC news story)

“Get an officer in here”: Rep. Andy Harris accuses Maryland student journalist of breaking the law | Latest News | wboc.com

Vote now in costume contest-

 

(Downtown Pocomoke Association)

Thank you to everyone who attended the Downtown Pocomoke Fall Festival! What a great event! 🎃

Now, we need your help voting for the winners of our Costume Contest. Each "like" counts as a vote. Winners will be announced Friday, October 30th.

View photos at link below. Vote your favorite by liking the Facebook picture.

(1) Facebook

Onancock to brighten up when the sun goes down-

 (Shore Daily News)

Onancock Main Street has received a $50,000 state grant to install permanent roofline lighting on 26 downtown buildings, with installation expected to be completed by Thanksgiving.

(View news story)

Onancock Main Street Awarded Grant to ‘Brighten Onancock - Shore Daily News

 

 

(Mayor Todd J. Nock announcement) 

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The Mayor and City Council of Pocomoke City cordially invite the community to join us for the Swearing-In Ceremony and Reception of our new Chief of Police, R. Andrew McGee.

This occasion marks an important milestone for our city as we welcome new leadership to the Pocomoke City Police Department. Chief McGee brings a wealth of experience, leadership, and a commitment to building strong relationships between law enforcement and the community it serves.

Event Details

Date: Wednesday, October 28, 2026

Time: 5:30 P.M.

Location: Pocomoke Community Center

1410 Market Street, Pocomoke City

A reception will immediately follow the ceremony.

This event is open to the public, and no RSVP is required.

We encourage our residents, community leaders, business owners, and community partners to join us as we officially welcome Chief McGee and celebrate the beginning of this new chapter.

Together, we will continue working toward a safer, stronger, and more united Pocomoke City.

Bay receives encouraging report card-

 (WBOC)

The 2026 Chesapeake Bay and Watershed Report Card shows the Bay has earned its highest grade in 40 years, but researchers and watermen say challenges remain.

(View news story)

Chesapeake Bay earns highest report card grade in 40 years, but concerns remain | Latest News | wboc.com

Okayed for now: tax-exempt red-eyed diesel fuel for Maryland farmers-

 

Maryland Gov. Wes Moore is allowing farmers and loggers to use tax-exempt diesel fuel in their on-road trucks, amid high fuel prices during the United States’ war with Iran.

(View news story)

Maryland loosens diesel rules for farmers amid high fuel costs - Maryland Matters

Some recollections of Pocomoke City (3)

 

Here's a third excerpt from a writer (John Glenn Townsend) to the Pocomoke City newspaper in 1926 reminiscing the time some fifty years earlier when he was a resident here.