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Pocomoke City parking regulations enforcement-

 

City of Pocomoke Announces Enforcement of Parking Regulations Beginning May 1, 2026

Pocomoke City, MD — April 2, 2026 — 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.

Welcome Amanda to the Pocomoke team!

 

The City of Pocomoke is excited to welcome our newest team member, Amanda Russell!

Amanda Russell is the new Community Outreach Coordinator who loves bringing people together and building strong community connections. With 14 years of teaching experience and two years at the Delmarva Discovery Museum, she’s known for creating and marketing fun, engaging educational events that spark curiosity in visitors of all ages.

When she’s not working, Amanda stays busy in the community—hosting a cozy knit night at Cypress Roots and volunteering at the Great Pocomoke Fair. She enjoys meeting new people, sharing ideas, and finding creative ways to make her community an even better place to live.

In this new role, Amanda will develop strategies to engage diverse groups & ensure events are inclusive & welcoming for all community members.

Please join us in officially welcoming Amanda to the team!

Remembering local sports columnist-

 (Somerset County Times)

(View news item)

Crisfield a poorer place following passing of Richard Kellam | Bay to Bay News

Kinship foster care on the increase in Worcester-

 

Pocomoke Spring Festival!

 

Another activity has been added to the Downtown Pocomoke Association's Spring Festival this Saturday April 4th!  Join CL Marshall at the Dock by the Flagpole for Kids Fish Free!  This event is open to children ages 12 and under! There will be bait and Fishing Rods available for community use! Please be sure to release the fish that you catch!  Event Runs 10 AM to 12PM! We hope to see you there!

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

Resolving Somerset Teacher of the Year incorrect call-

 (A finalist was incorrectly named as award winner.)

(View announcement regarding resolution of the issue)

SCPS 2026-2027 Teacher of the Year | Somerset County Public Schools

Have you heard?

 POCOMOKE CHATTER:

The limos seen on Winter Quarters Drive last week were on their way to the log cabin for a meeting of high-level national officials regarding a top-secret matter.

Pocomoke entrepreneurs Bob Builder and Sam Sellers are said to be planning a huge new project.

A well-known celebrity is building a summer home just outside of Pocomoke City.

We've scooped Chip at Pocomoke City Arrowhead on this one- The Pocomoke Public Eye is moving to new digs on Market Street to accommodate our staff expansion, new mobile units, and satellite dishes. 

REMINDER: Today is April 1st.  Don't get fooled!

Response to diesel Leak at Pocomoke dock-

                           310pm March 31, 2026

(Mayor Todd J. Nock)

Update regarding the diesel leak 3/31/26. Residents may continue to notice a strong diesel fuel odor due to shifting wind direction. The Fire Department and Hazmat team deployed containment booms around the vessel to control the spill. 

(from WMDT)

Performance nearby on Va. Eastern Shore-

Volunteers needed for sprucing up around town!

 

Seeking groups and individuals for Pocomoke Community Clean Up.  Many hands make light work.  

8 am Meet at Fairgrounds to pick up bags, gloves, and other gear to be provided by City.  Receive area assignments.

11 am  Return to Fairgrounds with bagged trash to be deposited into garbage truck.  Large items that are unable to be moved can be left at roadside for Public Works to pick up.

Noon - Hotdogs and soft drinks at Cypress Roots Brewing Company provided by City of Pocomoke and Cypress Roots Brewing Company.

GET INVOLVED!

Pocomoke trash pick-up..

 Reminder!!! The Pocomoke City trash pick-up schedule is different this week due to the Good Friday Holiday. Thursday, April 2nd Pick-ups will be Wednesday, April 1st. Friday, April 3rd Pick-ups will be Thursday, April 2nd! City Hall is Closed Friday, April 3rd for the Holiday.

Eastern Shore Railway Museum-

 
(View news article)

SHORE PERSPECTIVES All aboard! Ellen Johnson Helps Keep the Eastern Shore Railway Museum on track - Shore Daily News

Recent items at "Older Posts"

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Winning CASH BASH numbers-

 Pocomoke City Volunteer Fire Company

Here are the winning numbers for the 2026 Cash Bash. We would like to thank everyone who came out for the event. We would also like to thank our sponsors. See you next year!

*$10,000

Time←←Machine: 100 years ago this week in Pocomoke's newspaper; plus Melody Manor- a bygone relic of lower Eastern Shore history.

 

(AI) A declamation contest is a public speaking event where participants—often students—memorize and perform an excerpt of a speech that was originally delivered in public by someone else. Unlike an original oratory where the speaker writes their own material, declamation focuses on the art of delivery, requiring the performer to interpret the original author's message with clarity, emotion, and persuasiveness.

     (Editorial)

*March 1989

(March 2026 according to AI:)

The historic Melody Manor (also known as the Frances Langford Manor) in Marion Station, Somerset County, Maryland, was demolished several years ago. 

Current Status and Background

Demolition: While the exact date of its removal is not specified in recent records, community archives and photographic evidence from 2016 confirm that the structure was taken down, leaving only the site and its "backdrop" behind.

Historical Significance: The manor was the residence of famed big band singer and actress Frances Langford, who was born in 1913. Langford was widely known for her performances during the Golden Age of Radio and her USO tours during World War II.

Anonymous

The Melody Manor pictured is on Wicomico Creek, off Polk's Road, near the Tull Farm where Edna Davy Muir lived. It is still standing and a subdivision of prominent homes was built on the farm years ago.

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