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Key dates for Wicomico, Worcester and Somerset schools. First and last days, plus more.
The summer season has reached its peak, and the start of the school year is right around the corner. Before school is back in session, take a look at the following key dates on Worcester, Wicomico and Somerset counties' 2024-2025 school system academic calendars. ...
WICOMICO COUNTY HOMICIDE UNDER INVESTIGATION
Salisbury, MD - A search is underway for a suspect as Maryland State Police continue their investigation into the murder of a 10-year-old boy who was shot last night in Salisbury, Md. The juvenile victim is not being identified at this time. Emergency medical service personnel transported the 10-year-old child...
SEARCH UNDERWAY FOR MURDER SUSPECT IN SHOOTING DEATH OF 10-YEAR-OLD CHILD IN WICOMICO COUNTY, MARYLAND
SALISBURY, MD – Maryland State Police (MSP) are reporting that a search is underway for a suspect as MSP continue their investigation into the murder of a 10-year boy who was shot Monday night in Salisbury, Md. The juvenile victim is not being identified at this time. Emergency medical...
Wicomico County Storm Threat Continues August 9
A threat of severe thunderstorms, with the potentail for isolated torandoes, continues in Wicomico County and surrounding areas through Friday, August 9. The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued a coastal flood advisory until 9 a.m. Saturday, August 10, with periods of rain expected to continue through early Saturday morning. Damaging straight-line winds also remain possible.
Severe Thunderstorms Hit Across Delmarva
DELMARVA - Severe thunderstorms hit areas across Delmarva on Saturday night. Several areas across Delmarva were issued severe thunderstorm warnings on Saturday night. Those warnings lasted until about 8:15pm in most locations. According to WBOC Chief Meteorologist Dan Satterfield, the storms produced torrential downpours in some areas, due to the very moist atmosphere over Delmarva Saturday. More storms are likely Sunday evening before drier conditions arrive on Monday.
UPDATE: Reward Offered re: Wicomico County Homicide Under Investigation
UDPATE: A reward of up to $22,000 is being offered by the FBI, Maryland Department of State Police, and Crime Solvers of the Eastern Shore. Anyone with information that leads to the arrest of the individual responsible for the murder of Tyron Colbert, Jr., 10, of Salisbury on August 5, 2024 may be eligible for the reward. Callers with information can contact police through a dedicated TIP line at 410-453-8983.
Wicomico Co. Deputy retires
WICOMICO CO., Md. – Congratulations to Deputy First Class Bonnie Dolgos on her retirement from the Wicomico County Sheriff’s Office after nearly 26 years. She was a big part of the School Resource Program at Salisbury Middle and Wicomico Middle for many years and was a great role model and mentor.
Inundated Humane Society of Wicomico County Urgently Seeking Adopters, Fosters
SALISBURY, MD - The Humane Society of Wicomico County (HSWC) is at a tipping point with an influx of rescues and is asking pet-loving neighbors for their help in homing a rapidly growing number of animals. According to the Humane Society, they are currently over capacity for dogs and at...
New Sign to Commemorate Frederick Douglass Speech at Salisbury Courthouse
SALISBURY, MD. - The Preservation Trust of Wicomico County got approval this month to add a new historical marker to the old courthouse lawn in Salisbury. The county council approved the new sign, which will commemorate a speech Frederick Douglass gave at the courthouse in 1880. Douglass gave the speech...
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