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The Solid Waste Division of Worcester County Public Works will host its annual collection of Christmas trees now through January 15, 2024. Area residents can drop off Christmas trees at the Central Landfill in Newark and the Berlin, Pocomoke, and Snow Hill Homeowners Convenience Centers at no cost.

Businesses and organizations that sold trees will not be permitted to drop off trees at the convenience centers, but may take them to the Central Landfill where applicable tipping fees will be assessed.

Snow Hill, Maryland (December 29, 2023) – The following Worcester County Government (WCG) offices will be closed Monday, January 1, 2024, New Year’s Day: Worcester County Government Center, Cape Isle of Wight satellite offices, Central Landfill in Newark and the Homeowner Convenience Centers in Berlin, Snow Hill, and Pocomoke.

All Worcester County Branch Libraries and the Worcester County Recreation Center (WCRC) in Snow Hill will be closed January 1.

Starting Friday, Dec. 22, Roads Division contractor Allan Myers will begin paving Shingle Landing Road in Bishopville. Because this road is so narrow, it will be closed to thru traffic during paving. Flaggers will be positioned to assist motorists through the work zone.

Drivers should expect minor traffic delays and remain alert and patient in work zones. For any questions or concerns, please call the Roads Division office at 410-632-2244.

County road closures - due to high water, the following roads are closed:
Massey Crossing Road at the bridge from Logtown to Wicomico County Line; Nassawango Road (from Creek to Pennewell); Redhouse Road (from Pennewell to Scotty); Porters Crossing; Purnell Crossing Road from Bishop Lane to Wicomico County Line; Sand Road (Millville to Redhouse); and Sims Road (This road washed out. Repairs will begin once the water has receded.) When you see standing water on a road (like the road pictured below), turn around, don't drown.

 Commissioners Congratulate Stephen Decatur High School Seahawks football team on 2023 State Championship Win. Tuesday, Dec. 19, 2023, the commissioners honor Seahawks Head Coach Jake Coleman, his assistant coaching staff, and team members for their unflinching dedication, unwavering sportsmanship, and unrivaled skill, as they played an undefeated season and seized the 2023 MPSSAA Class 2A State Championship Title, a historic victory.

Starting Friday, Dec. 15, Roads Division contractor Allan Myers will begin paving Holly Swamp Road. Because this road is so narrow, it will be closed to thru traffic during paving. Paving will take place 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Fri., Dec. 15, and Mon. – Wed., Dec. 18-20. Dates and times are weather dependent.

Drivers should expect minor traffic delays and remain alert and patient in work zones. For any questions or concerns, please call the Roads Division office at 410-632-2244.

Snow Hill, Maryland (December 1, 2023) – The Worcester County Commissioners named Tim Mulligan to serve as the new warden for the Worcester County Jail (WCJ).

“Tim has been an asset to county jail operations for many years,” Commissioner President Chip Bertino said. “His experience, coming up through the ranks of the organization, will serve the jail, its dedicated staff, and the county well as he assumes the responsibilities of warden.”

Starting Dec. 5, Roads Division contractor, Allan Myers, will begin resurfacing various county roads, weather permitting. Work will begin on McCabes Corner Road, then move on to Cherrix, Holly Swamp, St. Lukes, Greenbriar, and Shingle Landing Roads. Flaggers will be on hand to safely guide motorists through work zones. Motorcyclists, please be aware of uneven pavement surface during the project.

Maryland’s Coast – Worcester County Tourism and Economic Development (WCTED) received top accolades for making major contributions to state tourism during the 42nd annual Maryland Travel and Tourism Summit. WCTED Director Melanie Pursel was named Tourism Advocate of the Year. She and her team earned the prestigious Office of Tourism Development (OTD) Leveraging Partnerships Award for their Maryland’s Coast Adventures project. They also received the Cooperative Partnership Award and three additional awards for excellence during the summit.

Worcester County Government (WCG) offices, including the Worcester County Recreation Center (WCRC) and all five branch libraries, will be closed Thursday and Friday, November 23 and 24, 2023 for Thanksgiving Day and American Indian Heritage Day. In addition, the libraries will be closed Saturday, Nov. 25.

The Central Landfill in Newark and the Berlin and Pocomoke Homeowner Convenience Centers (HOCC) will be closed Thursday, Nov. 23. Standard hours of operation at these facilities will resume Friday, Nov. 24.