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Water and Wastewater Rates Increase and Accessibility Fees Implemented in FY26

Snow Hill, Maryland – Water and sewer users will see increases in their bills beginning this quarter. Rates in each of the 11 water and wastewater sanitary service areas (SSAs) increased in fiscal year 2026 to cover actual operating and maintenance costs increases.

The service areas were designed to fund themselves, but they were underfunded for years. If the rates remained flat from FY25, revenues would not cover actual expenses for FY26 in each of the service areas.

Worcester County honors the late Delegate Charles Otto

“Whether he was standing alongside the commissioners to support the Consolidated Transportation Plan and other projects or coming out to celebrate the county’s farming history at the Worcester County Fair, Delegate Charles Otto was always championing Worcester causes,” Worcester County Commissioner President Ted Elder said. “He was a true friend to Worcester County, and he was a personal friend of mine. He is already dearly missed.”

Household Hazardous Waste Collection Day at Central Landfill in Newark November 1

 The Worcester County Public Works Recycling Division will host Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) Collection Day on Saturday, November 1, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Central Landfill in Newark, Maryland.

HHW, computer towers, and laptops may be dropped off for safe disposal. No keyboards, mouses, or other electronics will be accepted.

Worcester County Urges Residents to Prepare for Weekend Nor’easter

Snow Hill, Maryland (October 9, 2025): Worcester County Department of Emergency Services (DES), in cooperation with the National Weather Service, is monitoring a significant coastal storm expected to impact the area beginning late Saturday afternoon. The greatest effects are anticipated late Saturday through early Monday.

The storm is forecast to bring heavy rain, strong winds with gusts of 55 mph or more, high surf, and coastal flooding exacerbated by king tides.

Worcester County Government Operating Hours for Columbus Day, Monday, October 13

Worcester County Government (WCG) offices, including Recreation and Parks, will be closed Monday, October 13, 2025, for the Columbus Day holiday.

The five branch libraries will also be closed for staff training.

The Central Landfill and Homeowner Convenience Centers will be open Monday during standard hours of operation.