Getting ready for their performances in Worcester Prep’s production of Grease during a recent rehearsal were Raphael De Jesus, Davis Taylor, Zach Oltman, Megan Kuczma and Lydia Pritchard.
Monthly Archives: February 2014
Candidate Field Set With Deadline Passing; Primary Election On June 24
BERLIN — The official filing date for candidacy in the upcoming primary and general elections passed this week with a flurry of late activity, setting the stage for several spirited campaigns although a handful of races were essentially decided.The filing deadline for the June 24 primary and the Nov. 4 general elections closed on Tuesday… Read more »
Worcester’s Annual Tech Fest Receives 477 Entries
SNOW HILL — Worcester County Public Schools (WCPS) reached a benchmark this month when they hosted the 40th Annual Tech Fest at Worcester Technical High School (WTHS).“This year’s Tech Fest was the 40th. From 1975-1980, it was called the Film Festival; from 1981-1994, it was called Media Festival; and since 1995, it has been called… Read more »
Worcester Girls Fall To Sabres In ESIAC Final
BERLIN- Worcester Prep’s girls’ varsity basketball team lost to old rival Saints Peter and Paul, 47-35, in the Eastern Shore Independent Athletic Conference (ESIAC) tournament championship game last week.The Mallards and the Sabres played a sloppy first quarter with 18 combined turnovers that ended in an 8-8 tie. Saints Peter and Paul found a groove… Read more »
Legislation Aims To Slow Utility’s Smart Meter Initiative
OCEAN CITY – Smart meters have been a hot topic of late with area residents planning to meet with Delmarva Power representatives next month amid legislation introduced in both the House and the Senate to address them.At the conclusion of Tuesday afternoon’s Mayor and City Council work session, Ocean City AARP President Chris Norris announced… Read more »
Delmarva Power Awards Teachers With $10,000
Delmarva Power last week awarded $10,000 to teachers from 19 schools in Maryland and Delaware to spend on energy-and environmental-related lessons. Grants of up to $500 were given to support projects that enhance students’ education about such topics as energy conservation, renewable energy and environmental awareness. Pictured, front from left, are Shannon R.H. Adote, East… Read more »
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Salisbury Police Officers To Begin Using Tasers
SALISBURY – The Salisbury City Council approved the use of limited Electronic Control Devices (ECDs), also known as Tasers, to improve the safety of both police officers and citizens alike.Before the City Council on Monday evening was an ordinance approving a budget amendment of the Fiscal Year 2014 (FY14) General Fund to appropriate funds received… Read more »
Arrest In Violent Domestic Dispute
BISHOPVILLE — A Bishopville man is being held without bond on first-degree assault and other charges after allegedly firing multiple shots from a handgun and threatening to kill a female acquaintance during a domestic dispute last week.Last Wednesday, the Worcester County Sheriff’s Office was contacted by the victim of an assault at a residence in… Read more »
Furious Comeback Fails at Mallards Fall in Finals
BERLIN- Despite a furious comeback attempt, Worcester Prep’s boys’ varsity basketball team fell to Salisbury School, 49-41, in the ESIAC tournament championship game, ending what was otherwise a remarkable season for the Mallards.Worcester Prep beat Delmarva Christian, 58-36, last Wednesday in the ESIAC semifinals. Against the Royals, Worcester got out to a 12-4 lead in… Read more »