Phillips Trial Over- Verdict Is In

The  retrial for Charles Robert Phillips, convicted murderer of William Nibblett (Nib) on March 5, 2008 has ended.

In 2012 the  Maryland's Court of Appeals claimed that Philip's Miranda Rights may have been violated and his case was sent back to the office of Beau Oglesby the State's Attorney for Worcester County. 

In what was expected to be a 4 day trial concluded this afternoon.
Charles Robert Phillips murdered Nib in his home back in 2008 just one day after being released from the Wicomico County jail.

William Nibblett (known by all as "Nib") was a well-liked local Pocomoke City plumber and father of two. Phillips already with a crime-filled past was sentenced in April 2009 to life in prison for the first-degree murder of William Nibblett.

His sentence also included a consecutive 20-year term for armed robbery.

In the outcome of Phillips  retrial he was found:

 Guilty First Degree Murder
 Guilty of Armed Robbery
 Guilty of Theft of 500 or less.

Six Month Marijuana Distribution Investigation Leads To Arrests

Members of the Worcester County Criminal Enforcement Team concluded a six month marijuana distribution investigation that was being conducted jointly with the Ocean City Police Department Narcotics Unit and with the assistance of the Drug Enforcement Administration (Salisbury Post of Duty) and the Worcester County State’s Attorney’s Office.  During the course of this investigation, an individual identified as Michael Gates, Age 24, of Bishopville, Maryland was monitored as he was traveling back and forth from the Redding, California area to Worcester County, Maryland.

Michael Gates is believed to have been facilitating the transportation and shipments of numerous packages of high grade marijuana from California to Maryland.

During the month of May, members of the Worcester County Criminal Enforcement Team executed multiple search and seizure warrants at various residences and a storage facility in Worcester County that Michael Gates utilized to facilitate this criminal activity. At the conclusion of this investigation a total of 7.5 lbs of marijuana was seized along with approximately $30,000.00 in United States Currency. The following individuals associated with this investigation were charged with various offenses as listed below:

Michael A. Gates (Age 24) of Bishopville, Maryland:
•Possession of Marijuana
•Possession with intent to distribute Marijuana
Disposition: Committed to Worcester Co. Jail $45,000.00 Bond


David J. Gates (Age 28) of Bishopville, Maryland:
•Possession of Marijuana
•Possession with intent to distribute Marijuana
Disposition: Committed to Worcester Co. Jail $35,000.00 Bond

Michael T. Herr (Age 23) of Berlin, Maryland:
•Possession of Marijuana
•Possession with intent to distribute Marijuana
Disposition: Committed to Worcester Co. Jail $5,000.00 Bond

Michael T. Herr (Age 53) of Berlin, Maryland:
•Possession of Marijuana
•Possession with intent to distribute Marijuana
Disposition: Committed to Worcester Co. Jail $7,500.00 Bond

Justin M. McDonald (Age 33) of Berlin, Maryland:
•Possession of Marijuana
Disposition: Criminal Summons

Submitted:
Lt. Edward C. Schreier
Worcester County Sheriff's Office

Unfavorable Weather Predicted For Today

 

Current storm tracks indicate a threat of storms at anytime during the day Thursday, but with the greatest risk of dangerous conditions from 12noon - 6pm.

 

 

 

 

Please try to keep yourself updated during the  day

 

Members of Volunteer Nature Trail Committee Introduced At Council Meeting

Members of Volunteer Nature Trail Committee were introduced at the Pocomoke City  Council Meeting  on Monday night, June 3, 2013.

Photo/Donna Clarke

Back row- Mike Thornton, Scott Tatterson, Richie Shoemaker,MD

Front row- Hunter Tatterson, Katy Clarke, Andy Clark

 

Hunter Tatterson

Photo/Donna Clarke

During the evening meeting  Hunter Tatterson  was recognized for his community service.  I'm sure anyone working on the Nature Trail will admit that the work was not easy but the results have been fulfilling....ask this community spirited young man.  Fourteen-year old Hunter Tatterson selected working on the nature trail as his Community Service Project through his school.

 

Hunter Tatterson and Pocomoke City Mayor
Bruce Morrison
Photo/Donna Clarke

Congratulations  and thank you, Hunter !!

 

(From Agenda)City Hall
 Councilman Malloy to discuss recent completion of Nature Trail improvements near Stevenson’s Pond and to introduce members of volunteer nature trail committee.

 

 

Nature Trail Update

by Ritch Shoemaker MD

Posted Tuesday, June 4th 2013

 

 

Councilman Don Malloy
Photo/Donna Clarke

               

If you missed last night’s City Council meeting (only three other people attended that I saw) you missed a small town ceremony of Hunter Tatterson being honored for his volunteerism of the Trail construction going far beyond his Community Service requirement. And there was Andy Clarke receiving the “Whomper,” the fabled black circus hammer that dwarfed the 

PASSING THE GAVEL
(left) Larry Fykes, Richie Shoemaker,MD, Andy Clarke
Photo/Donna Clarke

pitifully small gavel the mayor was forced to use. Now the Whomper is a hammer (to paraphrase Crocodile Dundee). What it symbolizes is more than a backwoods argument settler: it is stewardship of the Trail.

 

Don Malloy and I have shared that stewardship over the years, understanding that the City of Pocomoke and the City Public Works crew have taken maintenance to a matter of pride as well. We are blessed with good political leadership in an era when politicians seem to decide to NOT cooperate with each other. Maybe we should take the

Photo/Donna Clarke

Whomper to Washington to settle a few of the arguments we hear about in the news (and many more we don’t know about).

 

After the incredible pace of the 5/25 work day, the last week has been a welcome breather. We will put up the three next observation stations on Friday.

 

New members of the Foot of the Trail include Diane and Jack Burton. Our T-shirts are available at the Chamber of Commerce Office (410-957-1919) and at mine (410-957-1550). Don Malloy and JoAnn Shoemaker also have a few shirts for sale. I must say the crew of volunteers all decked out in the various colors of Bird shirts looked great at City hall last night.

 

 

 

 

"Not bad for a small bunch of volunteers.
But these aren’t just any volunteers!" ~
Richie Shoemaker   MD

 

OCPD and Worcester Co. Sherriff Crack Down on Drugs in June

...And it's ONLY June 12th!

OCPD and Worcester Co. Sherriff's Office Crack Down on Drugs in June

During the past several days, the Ocean City Police Criminal Investigation Division and Narcotics Unit, as well as the Worcester County Sheriff’s Office Criminal Enforcement Team, conducted multiple undercover drug enforcement operations at various locations in Ocean City. So far this month, these plain clothes drug investigations have resulted in 12 arrests and the seizure of various drugs and paraphernalia.

Police seized approximately $1,600 in cash, assorted drug paraphernalia and multiple controlled dangerous substances.

The following people have been charged with various drug charges by Ocean City Police:

- Kassahun Assefa Kassa, 20, of Alexandria VA
Conspiracy to Distribute Marijuana

- Maurice George Gay, 26, of Washington, DC
Possession, Distribution and Conspiracy to Distribute Marijuana

- Gervon William Norris, 19, of Capital Heights, MD
Possession and Distribution of Marijuana

- Keith Aaron Ruffin, Jr., 18, of Harrisburg, PA
Possession and Distribution of Marijuana

- Patrick Marquis Clemons, 19, of Baltimore, MD
Possession and Distribution of Marijuana

- Christopher Joseph Benedetto, 22, of Ocean City, MD
Possession and Possession with the Intent to Distribute Marijuana

- Andres Salvador Collier, 28, of Amityville, NY
Possession and Possession with the Intent to Distribute Marijuana

- Isadora Marie Thomas, 20, of Ocean City, MD
Possession of Marijuana

- Arius Kajuan Marcelin, 22, of Salisbury, MD
Possession with Intent to Distribution Crack Cocaine
Distribution and Possession of Crack Cocaine

- Beau Brandon Fitzgerald, 20, of Severn, MD
Possession and Distribution of Marijuana

- Desmond Njemsen Acha, 18, of Westminster, MD
Possession and Distribution of Marijuana

- Justin Andrew Parsons, 18, of Narvon, PA
Possession and Distribution of Cocaine


**Citizens are encouraged not to buy, use or sell illegal drugs in Ocean City and Worcester County.

Police remind citizens that undercover officers will be actively ensuring the safety of residents and visitors this summer on the boardwalk and throughout the town of Ocean City.**

Disorderly Man Becmes Combative Assaults Officers

Joseph Tyrice Cromartie

On June 9, 2013, at approximately 1:00 a.m., Ocean City police were on uniformed bicycle patrol near 5th Street and the Boardwalk when officers observed two males pushing and arguing with one another causing a very large crowd to gather. Officers attempted to separate the two males; however, one of the suspects, who was later identified as Joseph Tyrice Cromartie, 20, of Clinton, MD, became combative and assaulted the officers. One of the officers used his Electronic Control Device (Taser) to subdue Cromartie, who was eventually arrested.


By that time, the large crowd which had gathered at the scene began acting in a disorderly, aggressive manner, taunting and making threatening statements towards officers.  Additional officers responded to the scene, including K-9 and mounted patrols, Worcester County Sheriff’s Deputies and Maryland State Police Troopers. The crowd was quickly dispersed and order was restored to the area.

Per OCPD policy, Cromartie was transported by Ocean City EMS to Atlantic General Hospital for examination as a result of the use of the ECD/Taser device. He was shortly released to OCPD with no injuries.


Cromartie was charged by Ocean City Police with two counts of second degree assault on a police officer, disorderly conduct, failure to obey law enforcement and resisting arrest. Cromartie was seen by an Ocean City District Court Commissioner and was released on his own recognizance.

No officers were injured during this incident.

Submitted:
Ocean City Police Department

Handgun Recovered During Drug Arrest

Loomis Boakai  Zayzay

On June 8, 2013, at approximately 10:30 p.m. the Ocean City Police Narcotics Unit and Worcester County Sherriff’s Criminal Enforcement Team were preforming undercover drug enforcement operations on the Boardwalk. During their enforcement initiative, Loomis Boakai Zayzay, 19, of Laurel, MD, sold detectives marijuana.

Zayzay who was placed under arrest for possession and distribution of marijuana, was also in possession of a semi-automatic handgun, which police recovered from Zayzay’s backpack. During the investigation, Police also discovered that the handgun was reported stolen out of Clayton County, Georgia.

Zayzay was charged with possession of a controlled dangerous substance with intent to distribute, distribution of a controlled dangerous substance, possession of a firearm during a drug trafficking crime, possession of a handgun, theft of less than $1,000, possession of marijuana, and manufacturing and distribution of a controlled dangerous substance.
 
Zayzay has seen by an Ocean City District Court Commissioner and was held without bond.  Zayzay was transferred to Worcester County Jail.

Submitted:
Ocean City Police Dept.

Crazy Lady Crusaders ~ Stop By Their Booth During Cypress Festival

 

 

Be sure to look for the  

 Crazy Lady Crusaders booth 

this weekend during the

2013  Pocomoke Cypress Festival

 

 

Many items will be for sale and while you  are there

Sign The Banner for $1 to help put an end to Cancer.

 

AND

 

Buy a $5 raffle ticket and you could win a set of
 Victory Tailgate Custom Cornhole boards valued at $170.00

 

 

~All proceeds go to Relay For Life~

 

 

 

All this is in preparation for their

fundraiser and actual relay later this summer !!

 

 

CRAZY LADY CRUSADERS

LIKE them on Facebook

 

Twenty-six Years Ago Today....

June 12, 1987

26 years ago today

“Mr. Gorbachev, tear down this wall!”
~President Ronald Reagan 

 

- Vice President Headlining Richmond Gala / Will Be Key Speaker

Vice President Joe Biden will headline this month's Jefferson-Jackson Dinner, the major annual fundraising gala for Virginia's Democratic Party.

The event is set for the evening of June 29 at the Greater Richmond Convention Center.

Once held in February at the height of the General Assembly session, Democrats came under fire from Republicans who claimed the party was doing an end run around state laws that forbade fundraising by lawmakers during the regular winter legislative session.

This year's dinner represents the first major coordinated Democratic fundraiser after the party settles on its statewide ticket headed by former Democratic National Committee chairman Terry McAuliffe.

Source:

Biden To Headline Speakers

Washington DC Man Stabbed Repeatedly During Boardwalk Fight

On June 9, at approximately 3:35 a.m., Ocean City police and paramedics responded to 2100 Baltimore Avenue, The Stowaway Grand Hotel, in reference to a stabbing which had just occurred. 

Officers located the victim, who was identified as a 22-year-old male from Washington, DC, in the lobby of the hotel. The victim, whose name is not being released, was bleeding from numerous stab wounds.

The preliminary investigation revealed that the victim had been engaged in a fight on the boardwalk in front of the Stowaway Grand Hotel.  According to witnesses, approximately 30 persons were involved in the fight, at which time the victim was repeated stabbed and then helped into the lobby of the hotel by unidentified citizens.

The victim was treated at the scene by Ocean City EMS and transported to Peninsula Region Medical Center for further treatment. At the time of this release the victim is reported to be in stable condition.

OCPD Forensic Services Unit personnel processed the crime scene for evidence and detectives are continuing to investigate this incident.  Ocean City Police are asking anyone with information regarding this incident to contact the OCPD Criminal Investigation Divisions, Detective David Whitmer at 410-530-5390.

Submitted:
Ocean City Police Department

COMING SOON ! Truck and Tractor Pull

Kids Pedal Pull

5:30 p.m.

Youth ages 5-12 years

Registration at 5 p.m. - $2 each

 

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Local politicians invited for a

 "Politician's Challenge" at 6:15 p.m.

 

For more information: Great Pocomoke Fair on facebook

or

Their website:Great Pocomoke Fair

 

 

 

 

 

Pocomoke Cypress Festival OPENS Wednesday

 

 

For more info on all events click here :  POCOMOKE AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

Undercover Heroin Distribution Investigation Leads To Arrest / Worcester County

During the month of May 2013, members of the Worcester County Criminal Enforcement Team initiated an undercover Heroin distribution investigation of an individual identified as Brian Jones Sr., Age 35, of Ocean Pines, Berlin, Maryland.

 During that period of time an undercover law enforcement officer made purchases of heroin from Jones in the Berlin / Ocean Pines area. On June 7, 2013, Jones agreed to meet with an undercover officer in order to sell a quantity of heroin to that undercover officer. Members of the Worcester County Criminal Enforcement Team, with the assistance of the Ocean City Police Department Narcotics Unit and the Ocean Pines Police Department, placed Jones under arrest in a parking lot area near Ocean Pines, Maryland.

 During the course of this investigation a total of 173 individual bags of heroin was purchased and seized from Jones. A search warrant was executed at Jones’s residence which revealed various items of paraphernalia along with a small quantity of marijuana.

Jones was charged with the following offenses:

 

  Distribution of Heroin

   Possession with intent to distribute Heroin (2 Cts.)

    Possession of Heroin (2 Cts.)

  Conspiracy to Distribute Heroin

    Conspiracy to Possess Heroin with intent to distribute

   Conspiracy to Possess Heroin

 

Jones was committed to the Worcester County Jail on a $25,000.00 bond.

Submitted:
Worcester County Sheriff's Office

2nd Annual Yappy Hour Fundraiser 2013

See Sherman the Shorebird at the Library ....

STATE POLICE INVESTIGATE DEATH OF CHILD

STATE POLICE INVESTIGATE DEATH OF CHILD IN CECIL COUNTY

(Port Deposit, MD) – Investigators from the Maryland State Police Homicide Unit are investigating the death of a ten year old girl in Cecil County.

The deceased victim is identified as Kami Ring, 10, of the 600 block of Bladen Street in Charlestown, Maryland. Ring was found deceased yesterday evening in a field near a home where she had been staying. The child’s body has been transported to the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner in Baltimore for an autopsy. The cause of death has not yet been determined.

Shortly after 11:00 a.m. yesterday, troopers from the North East Barrack responded to the 100-block of Waibel Road in Port Deposit, Maryland for a report of the missing ten year old. A resident of the home made the 9-1-1 call. Police were told the child was last seen inside the home on the night of June 9, 2013 when it was assumed she had gone to bed.
During the course of the initial investigation, police learned that Kami had been staying at the Waibel Road residence at the time of her disappearance. Kami’s grandparents and one other individual, related to the grandmother, reside at the home.

State Troopers, K-9 Units from the Maryland State Police and Natural Resources Police, along with Chesapeake Search and Rescue conducted a thorough search of the area. At 6:20 p.m. yesterday evening, the body of the deceased victim was discovered about sixty yards in front of the Waibel Road residence in a field near a shed. She was pronounced dead at the scene.

Crime scene technicians from the Maryland State Police Forensic Sciences Division responded to gather evidence. Assistance was provided by the Maryland State Police Child Recovery Unit, the MSP Gang Unit, the Maryland State Apprehension Team, and criminal investigators from the North East Barrack. The Cecil County State’s Attorney’s Office is being briefed as the Maryland State Police Homicide Unit continues the investigation.

At this time, investigators have several leads and persons of interest. Calls are being taken by the Maryland State Police North East Barrack at 410-996-7800. Calls will remain confidential. 

Submitted:
Maryland State Police

PICNIC IN THE PARK / Handmade Tables Built By Local Scout

THANK YOU NATHAN STEPHENS from Boy Scout Troop 0311.

In attempt to achieve Eagle Scout status, Nathan Stephens called upon local businesses in Pocomoke for donations to pay for the cost of materials to complete his Eagle Scout project.

His request for donations from sponsors was so successful that Nathan was able to build six brand new picnic tables and donate them to the city of Pocomoke.
 

Nathan's hand built  picnic tables can be found in Cypress Park.
Sponsors are clearly named on a plaque at the end of each picnic table.

Congratulations on your advancement to Eagle Scout -which is the highest rank in Boy Scouts.

SOCIAL MEDIA IMPORTANT IN SEARCH FOR MISSING CHILDREN

SOCIAL MEDIA IMPORTANT IN SEARCH FOR

MISSING CHILDREN

MD Center for Missing and Unidentified Persons:
Facebook:http://www.facebook.com/MD.MCMUP
Twitter: https://twitter.com/mcmup_msp

(PIKESVILLE, MD) – The Maryland Center for Missing and Unidentified Persons is reminding citizens they can help locate missing children by connecting to the social media tools that provide notifications and photos of persons being sought.

On average, 10,000 to 12,000 children are reported missing in Maryland each year. On any given day, there are 1,000 active missing person cases in Maryland. One in every three of these children is located because someone has seen and recognized their photos.

In response to these statistics, the Maryland Center for Missing and Unidentified Persons, a unit of the Maryland State Police, coordinates an official Facebook page and operates a Twitter feed, both of which are designed to raise public awareness and participation in the search for Maryland’s missing.

The Facebook page features all missing person cases from a state, county, or municipal police department, or a parent or guardian, who requested the creation of a missing person poster.

Additionally, the Facebook page features cold cases, Amber Alerts and Silver Alerts that are issued in Maryland, as well as information about attempted child abductions. Valuable resources and information on child safety can also be found within the page. The Facebook page receives an average of 150,000 views per week.

The Twitter account is used exclusively for child abductions that result in an Amber Alert being activated. In order for Amber Alerts to be most effective, strict criteria have to be met before an alert is issued. When an alert is issued, it usually contains information about a suspect vehicle the abducted child may be in, which gives motorists something to look for. The child’s picture will also be placed on the Facebook page as soon as it becomes available.

The dedicated staff members of the Maryland Center for Missing and Unidentified Persons are excited about the positive impact the use of social media is having on the successful location of missing Maryland children and adults.

To follow the Maryland Center for Missing and Unidentified Persons Facebook page, simply “like” the following: http://www.facebook.com/MD.MCMUP. The Twitter account can be followed at https://twitter.com/mcmup_msp.

Submitted:
Maryland State Police

Driver Attempted To Run Over Police Officer

Trevin  Quashau Allen

On June 9, 2013, at approximately 3:45 a.m., Ocean City Police responded to McDonald’s restaurant located at 32^nd Street and Coastal Highway, in reference to a disturbance.  Officers arrived at the scene and began to break up a fight between a male suspect and the McDonald’s manager. Another male believed to be part of the fight jumped in the rear seat of a white colored Mitsubishi 4-door and attempted to flee the scene.

In an attempt to identify the suspects involved in the fight, officers on foot approached the Mitsubishi.  While standing in front of the car, one officer placed his hand on the hood of the vehicle and told the driver to stop the car and exit the vehicle. The driver, who looked directly at the officer, revved the engine and drove forward toward the officer, who was able to get out of the way.

A short time later police located the suspect vehicle in the parking lot of 501 Penguin Drive.  The driver, who was identified as Trevin Quashau Allen, 20, of Salisbury, was arrested and charged with first and second degree assault, attempt by driver to elude uniformed police by failing to stop vehicle, reckless driving and negligent driving. 

Allen was seen by an Ocean City District Court Commissioner and was released on $25,000 unsecured bond.

Submitted:
Ocean City Police Dept.

Motorcycle Flees From Police and Crashes

Motorcycle Flees From Police and Crashes Into Turning Tow Truck

On June 8, 2013, at approximately 8:40 p.m., Ocean City Police observed a motorcycle travelling south on Coastal Highway at an extremely high rate of speed in the area of 32^nd Street.  Officers attempted to stop the motorcycle, which was being operated by Robert George Roth 2^nd, 21, of Frederica, DE, in the area of 30^th Street.

Roth initially stopped for officers, however, just as officers were exiting their police vehicle and approaching the motorcycle, the motorcycle turned and went north on Coastal Highway at a high rate of speed in the bus lane.  Roth went two blocks when he collided with a commercial tow truck which was attempting to turn east on 32^nd Street from the bus lane.

Roth suffered several injuries and was treated by Ocean City EMS and flown by Maryland State Police helicopter to Peninsula Regional Medical Center for further treatment.  Roth has been charged with:

• Speed greater than reasonable. Once for southbound and again for northbound.
• Unsafe lane change.
• Driving while privilege suspended.
• Driving unregistered vehicle.
• Failure to control speed to avoid collision.
• Reckless driving.
• Fleeing and eluding.

At this time, the medical status of Roth is unknown.

Flash Flood Watch in Effect Through Tonight

Accomack County/Virginia and surrounding areas

FROM NOON EDT TODAY THROUGH THIS EVENING * SHOWERS AND THUNDERSTORMS WILL BECOME WIDESPREAD ACROSS THE AREA THIS AFTERNOON AND EVENING.

LOCALLY HEAVY DOWNPOURS ARE EXPECTED DUE TO THE WARM AND HUMID AIR MASS. RAINFALL AMOUNTS OF 1 TO 2 INCHES ARE LIKELY WITH LOCALLY HIGHER AMOUNTS OF UP TO 3 INCHES IN ANY SLOW MOVING THUNDERSTORM.

THIS MUCH RAINFALL...IN COMBINATION WITH THE ALREADY SATURATED GROUND FROM TROPICAL STORM ANDREA MAY QUICKLY RESULT IN FLASH FLOODING

LATER TODAY.
 PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A FLASH FLOOD WATCH MEANS THAT CONDITIONS MAY DEVELOP THAT LEAD TO FLASH FLOODING. FLASH FLOODING IS A VERY DANGEROUS SITUATION.

 YOU SHOULD MONITOR LATER FORECASTS AND BE PREPARED TO TAKE ACTION SHOULD FLASH FLOOD WARNINGS BE ISSUED.

PRESTON FORD Celebrates 100 Years In Business!

CONGRATULATIONS!!  To PRESTON FORD for 100 years in business!

Preston, Maryland- The Biggest Little Town in the USA

((Oh, I have to smile...How could this be?  100 years!  Surely it has not been that long ago since my cousins and childhood friends played in that area of  Preston Ford years ago when the dealership was on Main Street.))

Over the weekend Preston Ford threw an enormous community birthday bash to celebrate the 100th anniversary of having a Ford dealership in Preston, Maryland.

Just as the Preston Frog had promised the Preston Ford grounds were transformed into an amusement park/carnival setting with everything to enjoy from rides and games, great foods, LIVE music by  Mikes Hines & The Look and the one and only Kentavius Jones!!!

The weekend closed  with the big bang celebration of fireworks on Saturday night!  

HOW DID I MISS THIS!!

History of Fords being sold in Preston, MD for 100 years (1913-2013)

In the year 1913 Joseph J. Garris opened the first Ford dealer in Preston, MD and it was called Preston Auto Agency.  He eventually built the a new building on Main Street in Preston and that is where it stayed until destroyed by a fire in February of 2000.

 In 1935 Garris sold the Ford Dealership to Mr. M Heber Lane and Frank Brauchle, the name was changed to the Preston Motor Company. In 1975 M. Heber Lane sold the dealership to Frank Showell and Robert MacDonald, the name was changed to Preston Ford Inc.  The current owner of Preston Ford Inc. is Dave Wilson and the dealership has grown to be the Preston Automotive Group selling more than just Fords.

 Although there are other brands sold at the dealership, it all started with Ford and that is what is being celebrated, 100 years of it!
Source:

 

CONGRATULATIONS PRESTON FORD

 

HISTORY OF THE PRESTON FROG

WINTER QUARTERS MUNICIPAL GOLF COURSE / Control Burn VIDEO

The clubhouse at Winter Quarters Municipal Golf Course in Pocomoke City was burned last evening during a control burn scheduled by the Pocomoke City Volunteer Fire Company.

During Hurricane Sandy in October/November 2012 the clubhouse was flooded with 5 feet of water.

The rental  golf carts at this nine hole golf course were also ruined.

VIDEO 1

Video/Emily Rantz

The old clubhouse will be replaced with a new modular building.



VIDEO 2

Video/Emily Rantz

More info:  Winter Quarters Municipal Golf Course

Thank you, Emily for helping preserve Pocomoke City memories.

Awaiting The Pocomoke Cypress Festival

Cypress Festival, June 12- 15, 2013

Amusement rides were waiting in Cypress Park yesterday.
Won't be long now!

DON'T FORGET-

1/2 price wristbands for the Cypress Festival

 Chamber of Commerce

6 Market Street

Tuesday from
10 am to 4 pm.

 Wristbands may also be purchased at the

Lower Shore YMCA
through 4 pm Tuesday June 11

 

Wristbands are $8 and are good for unlimited rides for:Wednesday June 12 from 6 pm to 10 pm or
Thursday June 13 from 6 pm to 10 pm or
Saturday June 15 from 12 pm to 4 pm
If one rider would like to ride all 3 days, 3 wristbands should be
purchased.
Be sure to get your wristbands now!  After 4 pm June 11 wristbands are $16.

For a detailed schedule of the Cypress Festival seewww.pocomokecypressfestival.com

SUSPECT CHARGED IN I-97 SHOOTING

 SUSPECT CHARGED IN I-97 SHOOTING IN ANNE ARUNDEL COUNTY

(Gambrills, MD) Maryland State Police have charged the suspect in the I-97 fatal shooting that occurred last night in Anne Arundel County.
Joseph Walker, 40, of the unit block of Cambridge Court in East Ampton, New Jersey, is charged with second degree murder and manslaughter. Walker is being held at the Anne Arundel County Detention Center on a $1,000,000 bond.
The deceased is identified as Joseph Harvey, Junior, 36, of the 2000-block of Smith Avenue in Halethorpe, Maryland. Harvey was pronounced dead last night at the Baltimore Washington Medical Center (BWMC). Harvey was the driver of a green Honda Accord. He had one passenger with him who was not injured in the incident.

Shortly after 8:30 p.m. last night, troopers from the Glen Burnie Barrack responded to a shooting which occurred on the shoulder of the northbound Route 3 to I-97 exit. The shooting resulted from a reported road rage incident that had occurred between the drivers of the two vehicles.

The preliminary investigation indicates the incident may have ensued after Harvey and a passenger, traveling in a green Honda Accord entered on to northbound Route 3 when they came in contact with Walker. Walker was driving a gold Kia minivan. Police believe the incident may have started shortly before 8:30 p.m. last night at Route 3 and Route 175, one mile south of the incident.

After both vehicles came to rest on the I-97 ramp off of Route 3 northbound, Harvey and his passenger exited the Honda Accord. Harvey began walking toward Walker’s minivan, parked about 100-150 feet south of the Honda.

Walker fired a .45 glock in the direction of Harvey, striking him. When police arrived on the scene, emergency medical personnel were providing medical treatment to Harvey. He was transported by ambulance to BWMC where he succumbed to his injuries.

Walker was also transported to BWMC after complaining of chest pains. Walker remained in police custody. Police later confirmed Walker was a sworn officer with the Hudson County Prosecutor’s Office in New Jersey. He is now awaiting an appearance before the Court Commissioner.

Investigators from the Maryland State Police Homicide Unit continue to interview motorists who may have witnessed the driving behaviors of both vehicles prior to the shooting. 

Anyone with information is urged to contact the Maryland State Police at the Glen Burnie Barrack at (410) 761-5130.

The investigation continues…

Submitted:
Maryland State Police

School's Out!! Let Summer Begin!

Just a friendly reminder...

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In most communities school is CLOSED for the Summer !

New Trial Begins Tomorrow For Miranda Rights Violation

Charles Robert Phillips

 On March 5, 2008 -- one day after being released from the Wicomico County jail-Charles Robert Phillips stabbed to death  William Nibblett (known by all as Nib),well-liked local Pocomoke City plumber and handyman, in the victim's home.
 
Phillips already with a crime-filled past was sentenced in April 2009 to life in prison for the first-degree murder of William Nibblett.

His sentence also included a consecutive 20-year term for armed robbery.

However, in 2012, it was decided by the Maryland's Court of Appeals that Phillip's  Miranda Rights had been violated giving Phillips something Nib never got - another chance at anything!  

Phillips will have another trial.

Trial will be held in Snow Hill on Monday, June 10, 2013 and is expected to last four days.

Phillips Sentenced In Pocomoke Stabbing

MD. Court of Appeals Sends 2008 Murder Case Back To Trial

Worcester Democrat Owner/Operator Dies

Many of the Pocomoke residents know by now of the passing of Paul Cunningham.

But for those who may not know:
 Paul Cunningham who, with his wife, owned and operated Pocomoke's Worcester Democrat in the 1960's on Vine Street. This building  is now the Holloway Funeral Home.

 Paul Cunningham

STATE POLICE INVESTIGATE FATAL SHOOTING

STATE POLICE INVESTIGATE FATAL SHOOTING ON I-97 IN ANNE ARUNDEL COUNTY

(Gambrills, MD) Maryland State Police continue to investigate a fatal shooting that occurred after an alleged road rage incident on Interstate 97 in Anne Arundel County last night.

The deceased is identified as Joseph Harvey, Junior, 36, of the 400-block of Old Mill Road in Millersville, Maryland. Harvey was the driver of a green Honda Accord which was parked on the shoulder at the time of the incident. Harvey was transported to the Baltimore Washington Medical Center where he was pronounced dead.

The suspect is identified as Joseph Walker, 40, of the unit block of Cambridge Court in East Ampton, New Jersey. Walker was the operator of a gold Kia minivan which was also parked on the shoulder at the time of the incident.

Shortly after 8:30 p.m. last night, troopers from the Glen Burnie Barrack responded to a shooting which allegedly occurred on the shoulder of the ramp from northbound Route 3 to Interstate 97. Police received information that a road rage incident had occurred between the two vehicles, prior to both vehicles pulling over on to the shoulder where the shooting occurred.

The preliminary investigation indicates two men, Harvey and a passenger in his vehicle, exited the Honda after both vehicles came to rest on the shoulder of I-97. Police believe Harvey approached Walker’s minivan, while his passenger remained standing near the Honda. Walker’s vehicle was parked about 100-150 feet behind the Honda.

As Harvey approached, Walker exited the driver’s side of his minivan and allegedly announced that he was a police officer. Harvey continued to approach Walker in a reportedly aggressive manner.

Walker then brandished a firearm and shot in the direction of the two men, injuring Harvey. Harvey’s passenger was not injured.

Emergency medical personnel arrived on the scene and immediately began medical treatment on Harvey. Harvey was then transported by ambulance to Baltimore Washington Medical Center, where he succumbed to his injuries.

Walker was also transported by ambulance to Baltimore Washington Medical Center where he remains in police custody. Harvey’s passenger was taken to Glen Burnie Barrack for questioning. He was unharmed in the incident.

Investigators from the Maryland State Police Homicide Unit continue to interview motorists who may have witnessed the driving behaviors of both Harvey and Walker prior to the shooting. Anyone with information is urged to contact the Maryland State Police at the Glen Burnie Barrack at (410) 761-5130.

Homicide Unit investigators and troopers from the Glen Burnie Barrack were assisted by officers from the Anne Arundel County Police Department and emergency service providers from the Anne Arundel County Fire Department. State Police crime scene technicians processed the scene for evidence. Personnel from the State Highway Administration responded to assist with traffic detours.

The Anne Arundel County State’s Attorney has been notified and will be updated as more information becomes available. The investigation continues…

Submitted by
Maryland State Police

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May, 1885
(Elyria Weekly Republican- Elyria, Ohio)

A Modern Rip Van Winkle

Leon Newton, a farmer living three and a half miles from Snow Hill, Md., went to sleep on Wednesday last at 10 p.m. and slept until 6 a.m. on Thursday. He arose for an hour, and then slept from 7a.m. Thursday until 5:30 a.m. on Sunday.

"I attended church at Snow Hill on Wednesday evening," said he today, "and when I went home to bed I did not feel remarkably sleepy. When I got up at 6 a.m. on Thursday I went to the stable and fed my horses. Knowing that my breakfast would not be ready until 8 o'clock I looked at my watch, saw it was only 7 a.m., and decided to take a nap. I crawled upon the hay rack in the corner and soon fell asleep. I was aroused by John Watson, my next neighbor, who stirred me with a pole. He was pale with fright as I climbed down to the floor."

"Where have you been?" said he.

"Asleep," said I.

"But what have you been doing since Thursday?"

"You fool," said I. "What do you mean. Isn't this Thursday"

"No, this is Sunday," said John, "who seemed to be afraid of me and commenced to edge toward the door."

"Well we talked for about ten minutes, by which time I was pretty well mixed and as scared as Watson was. I want you to let people know that I am a temperance man and have not drunk a drop of liquor, not even cider, for twenty-five years. I did not take a drug of any kind and yet it seems I slept over ninety hours, with only one hour's intermission. I have not been asleep since Watson woke me up, and, to tell the truth, I am not very anxious to try it. I sat up Sunday night and last night. I probably will do so again tonight."

"When I was a boy I came near being buried when I was in what the doctors called a trance. My mother was crying over me in my coffin when I opened my eyes. They took me out and put me to bed. The next day I was well after apparently being dead for three days. This time it looks to me as if I had only been sleeping. I never felt better in my life than I do now."

During Newton's sleep his family and friends became convinced that he was dead, and suspected some oyster dredgers whose enmity he had incurred of having done away with him. The dredgers began a search for the body. Five schooners and a whole fleet of oyster tongsmen dredged the river all day Saturday in search of the body. When Sunday dawned everybody believed Newton was dead. The news of the discovery was received with incredulity, and all Sunday evening the county folks flocked to the Newton residence to discuss his remarkable experience. He is a deacon at the Methodist church in Snow Hill.

　

April, 1998
(The Sunday Capital- Annapolis, Md.)

Artist wins stamp design contest

POCOMOKE CITY- Paul Makuchal stalks his subjects with a camera and a telephoto lens. His subjects don't mind a bit, in fact they win him awards.

The 21-year-old artist's winter scene featuring a pair of pintail ducks won the 1998-1999 Maryland Migratory Waterfowl Stamp Design Contest.

There were 48 entries submitted by 28 Maryland artists vying for the coveted honor potentially worth hundreds of thousands of dollars.

His work will be reproduced as the Maryland Migratory Waterfowl Stamp that waterfowl hunters must buy and attach to their licenses.

Proceeds from the sale of the so-called duck stamps go to the state's Wildfowl Management and Protection Fund. In addition to hunters, the duck stamps have become a hot item for collectors.

Gene Deems, DNR coordinator for this year's contest, said Mr. Makuchal may be the youngest artist ever to win. As a 17-year-old, Mr. Makuchal took first place in the 1994 Junior Division.

　
　
September 4, 1886
(Peninsula Enterprise- Accomac)

Earthquake on Eastern Shore.

Throughout the Eastern Shore the earthquake shock of Tuesday night was very distinct. Persons who were in bed, or in upper rooms, felt it more sensibly. At Eastville the rocking was very severe — so much so that it was with difficulty some kept their seats. At Craddockville mantels were stripped of their ornaments, crockery smashed, and chairs toppled over. At this place the rumble and vibrations were very distinct. In one case a rocking chair moved with rapid impulse, and in another a man was aroused who believed his companion was endeavoring to lift him out of his bed. In two instances the shock was so severe that it was believed by the inmates of the homes burglars had broken in. All the way up the Peninsula it was clearly felt — and at no place above more distinctly than at Franklin City. The clocks along the railway line all stopped promptly at 9.53 p. m. thus fixing accurately the hour of the shock. — Since the event the mercury has fallen, and we are enjoying old October weather. No other shock has been felt here.

　
June, 1952 (Time Machine archive)

Pocomoke City was preparing to welcome thousands of visitors as host town to the 5th annual Delmarva Chicken Festival. The National Guard Armory on Second Street would be the site of many of the Festival activities including The National Chicken Cooking contest with more than a hundred competitors, and with press on hand from across the nation. More than 25 contestants would vie for the title of festival queen on the stage of the Marva Theater with a queen's ball to be held at Pocomoke High School on Market Street. A special forum for broilermen would take place at the Fox Theater across the street from the Marva. A nighttime street dance would be held on Willow Street and a thousand or more participants were expected to comprise the large festival parade highlighted by beautifully decorated floats. 　

　
April, 1946
(The Joplin Globe- Joplin, Missouri)

Excuses for School Absence.

Accomac, Va., April 27. -(AP)- Directors of the Accomack county school system checked over the reasons attached to 4,005 notations attached of "absent" during the month of March. This one turned up:

"Floor painted. Couldn't get out of the bedroom." 　


　
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