Monday UPDATE: Pocomoke child's death-

 (AI)

Law enforcement authorities do not suspect foul play in the death of the 4-year-old girl. However, Worcester County Sheriff Matt Crisafulli stated on Monday that investigators have not ruled out accidental drowning as a possible cause of death.

The latest updates regarding the investigation and community response include:

Investigation Details

• The Location: Initial local reports indicate that the child's body was recovered by sheriff's deputies from the Pocomoke River at approximately 10:45 a.m. on Sunday, shorty after she was reported missing from her nearby home.
• Medical Examination: Her body has been sent to the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner in Baltimore to officially establish the cause of death.]
• Active Case: The Worcester County Sheriff's Office County Bureau of Investigation maintains responsibility for the active, ongoing case. Authorities have not publicly identified the child out of respect for the family's privacy. [Community Support
• Candlelight Vigil: Hundreds of community members, local officials, and first responders gathered at Cypress Park on Sunday evening. Mayor Todd J. Nock led the service to support the grieving family. 
• Call for Privacy: Pocomoke City Police Chief Hancock has requested that residents refrain from online speculation while detectives complete their work. 

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Sad news: Pocomoke missing child-

Worcester County Sheriff's Office

·(Sunday, July 26)

Active Death Investigation in Pocomoke City, MD

Shortly before 11:00 a.m. today, July 26, 2026, deputies with the Worcester County Sheriff's Office assisted the Pocomoke City Police Department in the search for a missing 4-year-old child.  (area of Laurel Street and Clarke Avenue)
The child was located, and despite life-saving efforts by law enforcement and EMS personnel, the child was tragically pronounced deceased at the scene.

The Worcester County Sheriff's Office’s County Bureau of Investigation has assumed responsibility for this active investigation. Based on this being an active investigation, no additional information will be released at this time.
We ask that you keep the child's family, loved ones, and all first responders involved in your thoughts during this incredibly difficult time.

Pocomoke City officials have invited members of the community to gather for a vigil service at 7:00 p.m. this evening (Sunday) at Cypress Park in support of the child's family, our first responders, and the entire Pocomoke City community. Those who wish to stand together in remembrance and show their support are encouraged to attend.

Pocomoke City Mayor Todd J. Nock-

(Sunday, July 26)

Today, our hearts are broken.

It is with profound sadness that I share the tragic news that the 4-year-old child who was the subject of today’s emergency search has been found deceased.

There are simply no words that can ease the pain of a loss like this. On behalf of the City of Pocomoke City, I extend my deepest and most heartfelt condolences to the child’s family and loved ones. Our entire community grieves alongside you, and we ask everyone to keep this family lifted in prayer during this unimaginable time.

I also want to express my sincere gratitude to the Pocomoke City Police Department, Worcester County Sheriff’s Office, Maryland State Police, our fire and EMS personnel, public works employees, neighboring agencies, volunteers, and every community member who responded so quickly and worked tirelessly in the search efforts. Your dedication, compassion, and selfless service exemplify the very best of our community.

Out of respect for the family and the ongoing investigation, I ask everyone to refrain from speculation and allow law enforcement to complete their work. The greatest gift we can offer this family right now is our prayers, our love, and our respect for their privacy.

I invite everyone in our community to join us this evening (Sunday) at 7:00 p.m. at Cypress Park as we come together in prayer for this precious child’s family, our first responders, and the entire Pocomoke City community. In moments like these, we stand together, lean on our faith, and support one another. All are welcome.

Tonight, Pocomoke City mourns the loss of one of our own. May God wrap His loving arms around this precious child’s family, strengthen our first responders, and bring comfort, peace, and healing to our entire community. God bless Pocomoke City.

15,000

 

And this post marks 15,001 since The Pocomoke Public Eye first came to computer screens in 2009 under the guidance of founder Tom Ayres (screen name: The Public Eye) and daily contributions from Brenda Wise (screen name: jmmb).

Since the passing of Tom and Brenda, contributor tk for PPE (that's me) has been "filling in" for the last decade and looking forward to another 15,000 posts with thanks to all who give us a view.

-tk

(from Slim)

And Slim was there to meet Brenda and her sister, Debbie, when they first moved to Pocomoke! That was a looooong time ago.

tk for PPE says:

And our thanks to Slim for his knowledgeable comments over the years. 👍

↑↑↑ (on the way to 15,000 posts)↑↑↑

Time←←Machine: 100 years ago this week in Pocomoke City's newspaper; plus remembering Raymond Dryden Jr.

 

                                                                                

* October 1999

Salisbury Daily Times obituary excerpt

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Pocomoke work session Monday-

 

City of Pocomoke City

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There will be a meeting of the Mayor and City Council Work Session at City Hall Monday, July 27th at 6:30 PM. The agenda can be found here: https://www.cityofpocomoke.com/government/meetings.

The meeting will be live streamed at: https://youtube.com/@pocomokecityhalllive

Pony Week schedule-

 

The old and the new-

 

Something old, something new. See next three postings.

Preserving local heritage-

 (WMDT)

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Julia A. Purnell Museum awarded grant - 47abc

Worcester puts the reins on some high-tech projects-

 

(WBOC)
SNOW HILL, Md. - Worcester County Commissioners unanimously approved a one-year moratorium on data centers and cable landing facilities while county staff develops updated zoning regulations for the emerging projects.

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Worcester County approves one-year moratorium on data centers, cable landings | Latest News | wboc.com

Solar project coming despite local opposition?

 

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Wallops name clarification-

 

(Shore Daily News)

The Accomack County Board of Supervisors is clarifying that its proposal honoring Eastern Shore native A. Thomas “Tom” Young applies only to the launch complex on Wallops Island, not NASA’s main Wallops Flight Facility campus.

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County Clarifies Young Proposal Would Preserve Wallops Name - Shore Daily News

Explosion damaged Onley bank-

 

Shore Daily News

An explosion damaged the PNC Bank in Monday morning Onley, blowing out portions of the building’s walls and a window facing the parking lot, according to Accomack County Sheriff Todd Wessells.

“It looked like a bomb went off,” Wessells said. “There was a little explosion. It blew out the walls and blew out the window to the parking lot.”

The Virginia State Police Bomb Squad was called to investigate and confirmed that an explosion occurred. Investigators are working to determine whether it was caused by an electrical surge or something else inside the building.

Wessells said investigators have found no indication of criminal activity.

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Today in Pocomoke City history-

 

(Undated photo)

It was a super-store of its day.  The new J.J. Newberry opened in Pocomoke City on July 21, 1955, moving from its former location on the west side of Market Street to the new store at the northeast corner of Market and Second Streets.

Was Don Woodward the only manager they had? Inquiring people want to know.

Your friend,
Slim

tk for ppe says: 

Slim-

While this doesn't fully answer your question, AI had this to say:

Carl Woodward was a well-known manager of the J.J. Newberry store in Pocomoke City, Maryland. He stepped into leadership right around the mid-1950s transition period when the business opened its major, brand-new location on the corner of Market and Second streets on July 21, 1955. 

Historically, the store's leadership in the decades surrounding that era included:

• William Weller managed the original, older location on the west side of Market Street up through 1954.
• Carl Woodward then took over management duties, overseeing operations during the peak "five-and-dime" era of the late 1950s and into the 1960s