REMINDER, starts May 1: Enhanced Pocomoke Parking enforcement-

 Pocomoke City, MD — As part of its ongoing commitment to community safety and accessibility, the City of Pocomoke, in coordination with the Pocomoke City Police Department, will begin enhanced enforcement of municipal parking regulations starting May 1, 2026.

Vehicles found in violation of city parking ordinances may be subject to citation. This initiative is designed to improve traffic flow, ensure emergency access, and maintain safe, accessible public spaces for residents, businesses, and visitors.

The following parking violations will be strictly enforced:

Parking opposite the flow of traffic
Parking in a posted no-parking zone
Double parking
Parking on a yellow line
Blocking a private, business, or public entrance
Standing, parking, or stopping on a sidewalk
Standing, parking, or stopping within 15 feet of a fire hydrant
Standing or stopping in a marked fire lane
Standing, parking, or stopping in handicapped zones or designated accessible spaces
Other violations as set forth in Chapter 220 of the City Code

City officials encourage all motorists to review local parking regulations and comply with posted signage to avoid penalties.

The City of Pocomoke appreciates the public’s cooperation in helping maintain safe and orderly streets for everyone.

THE COUNTDOWN IS ON AT THE DELMARVA DISCOVERY MUSEUM!-

 

The excitement continues to build as we move steps closer to the Grand Re-opening of the Delmarva Discovery Museum on May 30th! The transformation happening behind our doors is nothing short of inspiring.  

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Our staff and volunteers are hard at work, ensuring that every guest - whether it’s their first visit or their hundredth - will walk into a space that feels vibrant, engaging, and welcoming. The anticipation is growing, and we can’t wait to share what’s been taking shape.

Time←←Machine: 100 years ago this week in Pocomoke's newspaper; 1901, 1937.

 

                                          

July 1901

The Norfolk Landmark

October 1937

The Salisbury Times

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WEATHER-

(Link to forecast and advisories, lower E.S. Md:)

https://forecast.weather.gov/MapClick.php?lat=38.0722&lon=-75.5638

(Link to forecast and advisories, E.S. Va:) 

https://forecast.weather.gov/MapClick.php?lat=37.7108&lon=-75.742

Church woes in Sign Post

 
In Sign Post, group tries to avoid a lurch in the church

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(Sign Post United Methodist Church members who are trying to take ownership of the church grounds include, front row from left, George Elliot and Judy Elliot. In the back row from left are Kent Massey, Wendy Massey, Carla Barfield, and Zeb Barfield.)

Pocomoke shooting investigation-

 (WGMD)

Worcester County Sheriff’s Office Looking to Identify Individuals Connected to March 26 Shooting in Pocomoke

Worcester County Sheriff’s Office Investigators need your help to identify individuals in connection to a shooting that occurred on March 26, 2026, between approximately 7:40pm and 7:45pm at 800 Lynnhaven Drive, Apartment E2, in Pocomoke.

The female pictured drove and dropped the suspects off and was with them following the shooting. The three males pictured were present during the shooting. The black male shown holding a plate of food was the shooter.

Anyone who can identify these individuals or has information related to this incident is urged to contact Detective Layton at klayton@worcestermd.gov or 443-754-1956.
Tips can be also be submitted anonymously through our mobile app.  (Download the Worcester Sheriff mobile app: https://apps.myocv.com/share/a87521863 )
Your assistance is important and appreciated.

Second suspect sought in Accomack shootings-

 
TEMPERANCEVILLE, Va. - The Accomack County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s help in locating a second person allegedly involved in last weekend’s shooting at Par 4 Bar & Grill.

(View news story)

Second suspect sought in Accomack County Par 4 shooting | Latest News | wboc.com

City of Pocomoke page-

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facebook.com/pocomoke/

                        

So how did the Eastern Shore do in Annapolis?

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Raccoon confirmed rabid-

4/22/26

Lower shore fire danger-

 

(Somerset County Times)

PRINCESS ANNE — Somerset County went under an outdoor burning ban effective today, Wednesday, April 22 and it remains in effect until sufficient rainfall is received.

County Commissioner President Charles Laird issued the order based on the advisement of the fire chiefs.

The ban applies to all outdoor ignition sources, including campfires, bonfires, fireworks, leaf, brush, grass and trash burning and other similar methods of open incineration.

Cooking with contained barbecue grills and charcoal grills are still permissible.

(WMDT)

WORCESTER COUNTY, Md. – Officials in Worcester County are advising residents and visitors to exercise heightened caution with any outdoor burning due to dry conditions across the region.

The lack of rainfall has contributed to decreased soil moisture and a declining water table.

These conditions significantly increase the risk of rapid fire spread, particularly involving brush, grass and other combustible materials.

Fire departments in the area have responded to a number of outside fires.

While most incidents have been contained without serious damage, officials warn that the potential for more dangerous fires remain elevated.

Worcester County Environmental Programs continues to monitor groundwater levels and environmental conditions closely.

(An outdoor burning ban was put in effect earlier this week in Wicomico County.)

Virginia votes for redistricting-

Virginia votes for redistricting by narrow margin. Eastern Shore counties outcome split.

(From Shore Daily news reports)

In Tuesday’s referendum, Northampton voted narrowly yes in the effort to redistrict the state.  Accomack voted no.

In Accomack County, 46% of registered voters participated. Of those, 58% voted “no,” totaling 6,963 votes, while 42% voted “yes,” with 5,085 votes.

In Accomack County 58% of the voters voted no. The vote total was 6963. The yes votes represented 42% or 5085.  46% of Accomack County registered voters participated in the referendum.

In Northampton, 51% of the registered voters participated.  2628 voted yes and 2478 voted no,

These totals included early votes and mail in ballots,

Statewide AP reported a razor thin victory for Yes.   Yes got 51% and no received 49%.

Worcester Tech advances to Skills USA national competition-

 
(View announcement)

Worcester Technical High School Students Excel at SkillsUSA State Competition, Advance to Nationals | WORCESTER COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

A new eye on the weather at SSU-

 

SALISBURY, MD---Salisbury University students exploring careers in meteorology, geosciences, and climatology just received an extensive data upgrade thanks to SU alumnus Mike Seidel ’79, FOX Weather meteorologist and storm specialist.

Seidel’s state-of-the-art WeatherSTEM donation was recently installed atop SU’s Patricia R. Guerrieri Academic Commons.

(View SSU press release)

SU Alumnus Mike Seidel Donates WeatherSTEM - Thursday April 16, 2026 | Salisbury University News

(Connect to the WeatherSTEM dashboard)
https://wicomico.weatherstem.com/salisbury

(Monday evening photos from SSU WeatherSTEM)

Worcester Board of Ed statement-

 

Board of Education Issues Statement on Employee Charged with Financial Misconduct

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Board of Education Issues Statement on Employee Charged with Financial Misconduct | WORCESTER COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Time←←Machine: 100 years ago this week in Pocomoke's newspaper; 1944- oil on Eastern Shore?

 

January 1944  ..

The Morning News (Wilmington) 

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