(UPDATE) Feds pull out of flood mitigation funding for Crisfield.

Updating original posting to include article from Maryland Matters:

FEMA cancels $1 billion for flood prevention projects in Chesapeake Bay region - Maryland Matters

(Earlier post:)

(delmarvanow.com)

• Crisfield had been promised $36 million in FEMA funding for a flood mitigation project.
• FEMA terminated the BRIC program, citing it as "wasteful and ineffective," and rescinded the promised funds.
• Crisfield officials argue the project was essential for the city's flood resilience and would have yielded significant returns in avoided disaster losses.

The city of Crisfield says the loss of FEMA funds from a program that has been terminated will be "a particularly acute blow" for the city as it strives for flood resilience innovation.

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Crisfield says flood project key, but FEMA terminated 'wasteful funds

*(Note: delmarvanow.com/The Salisbury Daily Times may limit access to its online material.)

Flags to wave in Crisfield!

 (WMDT)

Crisfield celebrating patriotism, civic pride through “Show Your Colors” project

CRISFIELD, Md. – If you’re looking to celebrate unity, patriotism and civic pride, look no further than Crisfield.

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Crisfield celebrating patriotism, civic pride through "Show Your Colors" project - 47abc

Handy in Crisfield for sale-

 (WBOC)

CRISFIELD, MD - After operating in the city for over 120 years, Handy Seafood has listed its processing plant in Crisfield up for sale.

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Handy Seafood Puts Crisfield Processing Plant up for Sale | Latest News | wboc.com

Holding on to pieces of architectural history-

 (County Times)

CRISFIELD — The City of Crisfield is offering the public an opportunity to preserve unique pieces of the community’s history.

As part of an upcoming demolition project, architectural elements such as doors, windows, mantels, railings, and more are being salvaged from unsound structures located at 9 North First Street and 308, 321 and 332 West Chesapeake Avenue.

Individuals, preservation groups, and nonprofits interested in repurposing these historic materials are urged to get involved.

If you are interested in claiming materials, contact Dominique Parks at dparks@crisfieldcityhall.com or call 410-968-1333 ext. 17.

Late mayor accomplished much for Crisfield..

 
The City of Crisfield is mourning the passing of former Mayor, Kim Lawson. Mayor Lawson served the City in many capacities, City Council, 1990-1994, 2006-2010 and 2010-2014, Mayor 2014-2018 and Park Committee Chairman. He was the driving force for the creation of the Crisfield Park Committee in 2010, where he served as Chairman for many years and was instrumental in the writing of and successful award of grants that were responsible for the park, playground & walking trail on Collins Street He truly loved Crisfield and had a vision for our City.

Thank you for your service to our city, Mayor Lawson.

"Old Crisfield" exhibit will be opening.

 

Tawes Museum showcases old

 Crisfield, opens May 4

The Lyric Theater in a 1920s photo. The movie theaters of old Crisfield are one of the new exhibits at the Tawes Museum, opening Saturday May 4, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

 Tawes Museum

Old movies, old guns, and throwbacks to life on the Eastern Shore will be on view at the seasonal grand opening of the Gov. J. Millard Tawes Museum, Saturday, May 4, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

A re-designed, re- stocked gift shop will also be open at the Crisfield museum.

"'Crisfield Goes to the Movies' is an exhibit exploring the old movie theaters that locals once enjoyed. Photos and memorabilia chronicle the Arcade, the Lyric, and the Lee Theaters, as well as the African American movie house, the Lincoln," according to an announcement.

"Antique rifles, fishing gear, and decoys celebrate Crisfield’s hunting legacy. Old photos capture the faces and places associated with life along the Chesapeake Bay, including Old Island, the newest installment in the rotating exhibit, Lost Villages of Somerset County," the announcement continues.

"The first commercial establishment opened on 'Ole Island' in 1854. A fire and decades of erosion diminished the commercial and leisure value of the island, which is located just southwest of Crisfield and is visible from the City Dock. While occasional sunbathers still seek out what is left of the beach, the only permanent reminder of Old Island’s importance is the iconic L.E.P. Dennis and Son factory smokestack."

Local volunteers from the Crisfield 

Local volunteers, the lifeblood of the Crisfield Heritage Foundation, have worked to prepare the museum for its opening event which will live crabs, educational programs and a demonstration from carver Rich Smoker.

Admission is free.

The Tawes Museum is located at 3 9th Street and is open Tuesdays through Saturdays, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. For information: 410-968-2501, crisfieldheritage.org or Facebook.com/crisfieldheritage  .

Crisfield's Gordon's Confectionery marks 100 years.

 (Crisfield-Somerset County Times)

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Gordon’s Confectionery hits 100 years.pdf - Google Drive

 

Senator Carozza issues press release

 on Crisfield City Dock funding

 

Kudos for Crisfield High Marching Band

 (Crisfield-Somerset County Times)

(excerpt)

Celebrating their win

The Crisfield High School Marching Band — nicknamed “The Pride of Somerset” — brought home two more trophies after competing at Music in the Parks at Busch Gardens Williamsburg. The band was a first place and overall winner in the High School Parade category and upon their return home they were escorted into town by police, EMS and Marion and Crisfield fire departments. The band is under the direction of Heather McHenry, assisted by alumni Chris Ford (percussion) and Lynne Johnson (majorettes). Seniors Kolby Harris and Joelle Whitelock are the drum majors and Addyson Ritz is band captain. The Band Boosters made the May 7 trip possible, and it included time for everyone to enjoy the park.

WatchThe Crisfield Choir ~ Be On TV

***BE ON TV***

Watch The Crisfield Choir

Led by International Choirmaster Sensation Gareth Malone as they perform for a television show on the USA network!

 

WHEN

Sunday, January 27, 2013

Audience Check-in will be at 5 PM at the Mar-Va Theater

103 Market Street, Pocomoke City, MD 21851

 

Come support and show your love for the community

 

Admission is FREE!!

 

(Minors must be accompanied by a parent/guardian)

 

For more information on the show...click here!

 

Longtime Crisfield Drug Dealer Is Sentenced

Pocomoke City Police Partner With Crisfield Police Department:

"Working together makes a difference".

*On May 26, 2011 Chief Kelvin Sewell, then Lt Kelvin Sewell along with Pocomoke City Police Officer Savage traveled to Crisfield MD to assist the Crisfield Police Department with an ongoing drug problem they were experiencing in the area of the Somers Cove housing area.

Chief Sewell and Officer Savage were able to purchase crack cocaine from a known drug dealer who was identified as Andre Fisher of Crisfield, MD. The purchase was made at the residence of Mr. Fisher who resided at the Somers Cove housing in Crisfield, MD.

On March 6, 2012 (today)Chief Sewell, Officer Savage, Lieutenant of Crisfield Police Department, and other Crisfield Officers appeared in Circuit Court in Princess Anne MD for trial. After the testimony of each Officer was given, the Defendant Andre Fisher was found guilty and sentenced to 20 years in prison.

Mr. Fisher then became highly upset and began using profanity towards the Officers and then spit in the direction of the Judge. Mr. Fisher was wrestled to the floor by the Somerset County Sheriff’s Deputies and then carried out of the courtroom.

(Fisher will serve 10 years of 20 years in prison. Ten years of the 20 were suspended.)

*Pocomoke City Police Department
Chief Kelvin D. Sewell

Carnival Ride Operator Busted For Selling Drugs

A 40-year-old carnival ride operator at this past weekend’s Hard Crab Derby in Crisfield was arrested for selling drugs while operating the ride.

Crisfield Police say Eric Kovach was working at the 64^th annual event for Sherwood Amusement Rides.

Undercover officers were sent to the Derby and one of them was able to purchase oxycodone from Kovach. Police say when they arrested Kovach he appeared to be under the influence of drugs himself.

He was taken to the Somerset County Detention Center and was later released after posting $25,000 bail.

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CRISFIELD POLICE DEPARTMENT NEWS RELEASE

On 9/4/2011 at approximately 7:27 pm,  the Crisfield Police Department received certain information that an individual working for Sherwood Amusement Rides was selling drugs while operating one of the rides at the Crab Derby on Marina grounds. The Crisfield Police Department sent two CPD undercover officers into the grounds and observed the individual dealing prescription oxycodone. One of the undercover officers approached the suspect and bought oxycodone from him, the undercover  left the area. A decision was made to contact the management of the Amusement rides and move in an arrest the suspect because it appeared that he was under the influence of drugs himself. The suspect was arrested without incident and management took over the operation of the ride.

ARRESTED:
Eric Wayne Kovach
31360 Eden Allen Rd.
Eden, Maryland
W/M/1-6-1971

Charged with:
CDS Distribution
CDS Narcotics Unlawful Manufacturing & Distributing
Held at Somerset County Detention Center on $25,000 bail, he has since bailed out of jail.

Source;  http://www.wgmd.com/?p=34132

Notes and Photos On The Crisfield Mud Bog

This Saturday will be the last time the mudbogging events will be held in Crisfield.  The last races of the season will be held at the Gumboro track.

The weather for Saturday- so far- will be clear and NO rain.  After the amount of rainfall last weekend there should be NO shortage on mud!  Cooler weather is predicted too.  That's a wonderful thing since the last race held in July was a real scorcher once the breeze stopped.

 Haven't done my homework this time.... No word  from some of the 187 East Performance  Team.  I do know that the 'Gray Ghost'  now (or will soon) has a second truck in tow. Lee has left 'The Gray Ghost' for Lori Ann.  And I know that 'Sod Buster' has had a make over and isn't the 'Sod Buster' anymore.  No word from 'All Night Soldier' either.  But no news most of the time is good news.

'In The Mix' has had damaged parts replaced, lost parts found and replaced and is ready for another beating and banging that it always gets while treading the 200 feet of mud.  I'm not sure I'm ready for that race....but I will be.

'Short and Sassy' has been weaned off water, problem corrected and didn't have to go to rehab thanks to Odie.  I personally hope that the TLC from the Mud Doctor back in July and TLC from Odie 'Short and Sassy' will finally travel the 200 feet with the speed I have been waiting for all summer!  (Do you hear me Mud Doctor and Odie?)

Hope to see you there and here's hoping there will be a potty in the pit section we can use!  Walking that distance just doesn't cut it.  Here are some photos from the last race.

First time racer (below)to the Crisfield mud bog. During inspection he found out that his truck didn't meet the rules for his class. So.... determined on racing he made the necessary changes just in time.

While on the other hand another driver was let slide even though his truck didn't meet the requirements set for his class. Gee............Which is best? To obey the rules and play fair or to take advantage of them, or bend them, simply because you helped make the rules..... Be sure you check the rules before you decided to play in the mud.



There's always plenty of friends



He just can't wait to grow into Uncle Barry's driving seat!





Marion Fire Department



Crisfield Elks

~SEE YOU THERE!!~

Come Enjoy The Fun! ~ Crisfield Mud Bog

SATURDAY

SEPTEMBER 3, 2011

Crisfield Elks
Admission $7 children 10 and under FREE

Registration 9:30 to 12:30

NO ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES

ALL proceeds will be donated to the 
 Crisfield Elks and Marion Fire Department

For more information go to http://www.crisfieldmudbog.com/

Events start 1:00

Crisfield Mud Bog

MUD BOG THIS SATURDAY

Saturday September 3, 2011

This will complete the series of mudbogs scheduled to be held in Crisfield.

Remaining mudbogs will be held in Gumboro.

More info for events will be posted soon.

On- Going Drug Investigation ~ 3 More Arrests

Three people have been arrested in Crisfield as part of an on-going drug investigation by the Crisfield and Pocomoke Police departments. 

On Monday police went into a unit at the Somers Cove Apartments with a warrant and a search turned up nearly 116 grams of marijuana, $1370 in cash, scales and 2 BB guns.  Police arrested Rakeem Terry and Shannon Evans of Crisfield and Keevon Bishop of Princess Anne.  Each is being held in default of $15,000 secured bond.

 
CRISFIELD POLICE DEPARTMENT NEWS RELEASE

As a part of an on-going Narcotics Investigation being conducted by the Crisfield Police Department with the assistance of the Pocomoke City PD. On August 22nd, 2011 the police departments raided a residence located at 257 Somers Cove Apartments / Crisfield Housing Authority accompanied with a signed Search & Seizure Warrant signed by the Honorable Judge Paula Price.

As entry was made several individuals attempted their escape via the rear back door only to be met by the Crisfield Police. The search warrant was based on probable cause received during the course of this (3) month investigation.  A search of the residence resulted in the recovery of several bags of marijuana totaling 115.9 grams, $1370.00 in U.S. Currency, drug weighing scales, 2 replica 45 handguns (BB guns), and (3) arrest to include the leasee of the apartment (See Photo).  The U.S. Currency will be forfeited to the City of Crisfield.



Arrested were the following:

Rakeem Kinderick Terry (See



Rakeem Kinderick Terry



Photo)
Aka “Smoov”
257 Somers Cove Apartments
B/M/9-11-1991

Charged with: CDS Possession with the Intent to Distribute

CDS Distribution within 1000 feet of a school

CDS Possession of Marijuana

CDS Paraphernalia

Keevon Deangelo Bishop (See Photo)
12149 College Place
Princess Anne, Maryland
B/M/11-5-1991

Keevon Deangelo Bishop

Charged with: CDS Possession with the intent to Distribute

CDS Distribution within 1000 feet of a school

CDS Possession of Marijuana

CDS Paraphernalia

Shannon Marie Evans

Shannon Marie Evans (leasee of apartment) – (See Photo)
257 Somers Cove Apartments
B/F/11-24-1990

Charged with: CDS Possession with the intent to Distribute

CDS Distribution within 1000 feet of a school

CDS Possession of Marijuana

CDS Paraphernalia

All held on $15,000 secured bond.

This was an Outstanding drug bust, the Crisfield Police Department’s efforts are continuous.

This effort should send a strong message to those that are involved in the illegal drug trade that we working our way to the top of the food chain, and we are coming after you!

Source;  http://www.wgmd.com/?p=32931

Pocomoke City and Crisfield Drug Investigations and Arrests

There were lots of comments made a few days ago concerning the major drug bust in Pocomoke and the lack of  the Pocomoke City Police Chief Ervin or his officers during this gigantic raid.

Well, my friends,  maybe none of that police department was seen because they were off doing other important things........   

And if I am correct there was another drug bust in Virginia.  That bust was in continuance with a bust that occured in 2009.  I'll post that soon - once I get some things about it sorted out.

GREAT JOB !!  Pocomoke City Police Department and Crisfield Police Department! 

CRISFIELD — The Crisfield and Pocomoke City Police Departments working together on a three-month undercover drug investigation, gained a foothold into some of the closed drug shops that were running in both towns.

The investigation has culminated with the indictment and/or arrest of 10 individuals — six from Crisfield and four from Pocomoke City.

All have been charged with distribution of drugs and other multiple related charges.

Source; http://www.delmarvanow.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/201108081035/SH01/110808005

Crisfield Mud Bog This Sunday!

Tawes Crab and Clam Bake - Tickets May Still Be Available

Hosted by the Crisfield Chamber of Commerce

1-800-782-3913 410-968-2500 -fax: 410-968-0524

www.crisfieldchamber.com

email: info@crisfieldchamber.com

Wed.,July 20, 2011

12:00 – 3:30 p.m.

Somers Cove Marina – 7

Crisfield, Md. 21817

Steamed Crabs –

Fresh Fried Fish

Steamed Clam

Fried Clams & Raw Bar

French Fries

 Corn on the Cob

Onion Rings

Watermelon

Beverages include soda, beer and bottled water

Tickets $40.00 Donation

Includes free mug & mallet, for as long as they last!

Due to tremendous response, tickets are

limited to 6,000.

With a purchase of 30 tickets or more, we can provide an organization/business

with a hospitality space, for a fee. Spaces are limited, call for information.

Co-Chairmen – Scott Tawes & Danny Thompson

All-u-can-eat Menu

35th Annual Tawes Crab & Clam Bake