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Matt Owens Appointed to Lead Worcester County Emergency Services and Fire Marshal’s Office

Snow Hill, Maryland (April 4, 2024) – The Worcester County Commissioners appointed Fire Marshal Matt Owens to lead Worcester County Emergency Services (WCES) and the Fire Marshal’s Office. Owens has been leading the Fire Marshal’s Office since 2022 and stepped into his expanded role March 19.

Worcester County Government offices and all Branch Libraries Closed Friday, March 29th for Good Friday

Worcester County Government offices, including all five Branch Libraries, will be closed Friday, March 29, 2024 for Good Friday. Normal business hours will resume Monday, April 1.

The Central Landfill and Homeowner Convenience Centers (HOCCs) will be closed Friday, March 29, and open during standard hours of operation Saturday, March 30.

Special Session with County Commissioners with IAC and Board of Education

Worcester County Government Center, Room 1101, One West Market Street, Snow Hill, Maryland 21863 
Thursday, April 4, 2024 
1:00 PM – Special Session in the commissioners’ meeting room with the Interagency Committee on School Construction (IAC) and the Board of Education to discuss school construction funding for Buckingham Elementary School, as well as school construction and m

Worcester County to Host Two Free Events to Recycle Boat Shrink Wrap

Snow Hill, Maryland (March 22, 2024) – Worcester County Public Works will host two free events to recycle boat shrink wrap. The events will take place the week of April 30 - May 4 and again the week of June 3 – 8 at the Worcester County Central Landfill, at 7091 Central Site Lane Newark, during normal business hours.