Wednesday, April 29, 2026

Mayor Nock: "an important milestone"-

Mayor Todd J. Nock says an important milestone has been reached regarding Pocomoke City's Safe Paths Initiative:

As of April 28th, bids for Phase 1 of our road repaving project have officially closed. In keeping with our commitment to transparency, all sealed bids were opened publicly in the presence of the bidders, and we received three proposals.

Now, we move into the next phase. The bids will be presented to me and the City Council for review, and this Monday evening, the Council will select the proposal that best meets the needs of our community.

From there, work will begin.

This is more than just paving roads. It is about creating safer, smoother, and more connected pathways throughout Pocomoke City. It is about investing in infrastructure that supports our residents today and positions us for a stronger tomorrow.

Progress is happening, and the Safe Paths Initiative is moving forward.

We're in good hands..

Pocomoke Volunteer Fire Company members Rick Choquette (L) and Michael Dean (R) are recognized by the Del-Mar-Va Firefighters Association for 50 years of active service with the PCVFC. Dicky Gladding (C) was inducted into the Firefighters Hall of Fame. Congratulations gentlemen.

New Maryland law deals with grocery pricing-

The "dynamic pricing" law.. what's it about? As explained in the following news item it prohibits your personal shopping data from influencing the price you're charged when checking out and requires grocery stores to maintain prices for at least one day.

(WBOC)

(View news story)

Maryland bans grocery surge pricing under new consumer protection law | Latest News | wboc.com

Tuesday, April 28, 2026

Limiting weekend Somerset Sheriff's patrol-

(WMDT)

The Somerset County Sheriff’s Office (SCSO) announced on Tuesday that, effective Apr. 30, it will temporarily modify its patrol coverage schedule due to ongoing staffing shortages.

(View news story:)

Somerset County Sheriff's Office to modify patrol schedule

♫Music to our ears!♫

WCPS

Worcester County Public Schools

Worcester County Public Schools has been honored with the Best Communities for Music Education (BCME) Award from The NAMM Foundation for their outstanding support and commitment to music education. Now in its 27th year, the program continues to spotlight and celebrate school districts and individual schools across the United States for their exemplary dedication to music education and their ongoing efforts to ensure equitable access to music learning as part of a well-rounded education.

The award reaches K-12 communities nationwide, offering both recognition and momentum to strengthen and expand music education programs. In 2026, approximately 1,000 school districts and schools in the United States—including public, private, charter and parochial institutions—have been recognized for outstanding achievement in providing access to high-quality music education.

Senator Carozza: 2026 Annapolis session-

The Maryland General Assembly adjourned Sine Die (from the Latin “Without Day”) on Monday, April 13th at midnight. My priority remained the same as in past sessions – protecting our Shore way of life by supporting legislation and policies that promote affordability, accountability, and public safety. We as members of the Eastern Shore Delegation were successful in our efforts to support our small business operators, farmers and poultry growers, watermen and their families, and special needs constituents.

As an Eastern Shore Delegation, we worked together to pass emergency legislation to support the Shore’s poultry industry, to establish a legacy Charles J. Otto Maryland Agricultural Education Promise Act, to assist watermen and their families with a new Maryland Seafood Industry Financial Assistance Fund, and to secure $5 million in the state capital budget for a Kennedy Krieger special education school to be located in Wicomico County and to serve the Shore region. The Healthy Minds for Shore Coalition was key to this success.

The 2026 legislative session also brought missed opportunities by not moving forward with budget and energy policies that make revisions to mandated programs and spending, and by not providing real ratepayer relief or passing policies that would increase public safety in our home communities, but rather the opposite.

I am humbled to represent you in the Maryland State Senate and am using my committee assignments and working relationships to advance Shore priorities. I encourage you to stay in contact with me at (email) MaryBeth.Carozza@senate.state.md.us or via my website www.marybethcarozza.com. See you back home on the Shore!

In Service,

Mary Beth

Pocomoke pageants this Saturday-

WHO'S NEXT TO WEAR ONE OF THE POCOMOKE PAGEANT CROWNS?

Monday, April 27, 2026

Coastal bacteria worries?

Environment

A deadly bacteria is creeping up the Atlantic Coast. Should you be worried?

Alongside a group of microbiologists from the University of Maryland... scientists have developed a computer model that can predict how high the vibriosis risk will be in any given coastal county on the Gulf or East coasts a month in advance.

(See the Maryland Matters full article)

A deadly bacteria is creeping up the Atlantic Coast. Should you be worried? - Maryland Matters

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.

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.

Sunday, April 26, 2026

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

Saturday, April 25, 2026

Church woes in Sign Post

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

(see upper right column)

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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.