Kyle Orens

Salisbury

Video Journalist at WBOC-TV (Salisbury, MD)

Video journalist for @wboc in Salisbury, Maryland. Alum to the best school in the Carolinas @UofSC. Huge Carolina Panthers fan. Opinions are my own.

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Tariffs Are Trickling Down Into Local Governments

5 days ago | wboc.com | Kyle Orens

BERLIN, Md. -- Since taking office, President Donald Trump has made tariffs a major part of his economic plan. Those tariffs have local officials monitoring imported items more closely. Berlin purchased a new VAC truck for its Water Resources Department in late April. Councilmember Jay Knerr said the town was ready and willing to spend the $624,000. However, a tariff, expected to kick in in early May, added some urgency to that decision as town leaders looked to lock down a cheaper price.
Negotiations Surrounding Bikefest Are Continuing In Ocean City

1 week ago | wboc.com | Kyle Orens

OCEAN CITY, Md. -- A local business owner familiar with the popular shoulder season event is looking to take over. The request comes just a few weeks after it was revealed that the event's previous promoter defaulted on its contract with the town. "They don't at this point owe any additional money to Ocean City, but they do owe money to an awful lot of individuals and vendors," said Mayor Rick Meehan, discussing the situation with Bikefest's previous promoter OC Jams.
Project To Widen Route 90 In Worcester County Is Back On Track

2 weeks ago | ourcommunitynow.com | Kyle Orens

Share Salisbury, MD (21801) Partial cloudiness early, with scattered showers and thunderstorms during the afternoon. High 78F. Winds SE at 10 to 15 mph. Chance of rain 40%.. Cloudy skies this evening will become partly cloudy after midnight. Low 66F. Winds S at 10 to 15 mph.
Project To Widen Route 90 In Worcester County Is Back On Track

2 weeks ago | wboc.com | Kyle Orens

WORCESTER COUNTY, Md. -- Ocean City leaders got some promising news at a Tuesday, April 29 work session. The project to widen Route 90 is back on the state of Maryland's agenda. Environmental analysis and preliminary design work are scheduled to begin in July 2026. While Ocean City officials are encouraged to see the project once again moving in the right direction, it still looks like it'll be several years before the major highway is expanded.
Some Legal Maneuvering In A High Profile Hit And Run Case In Worcester County

2 weeks ago | wboc.com | Kyle Orens

WORCESTER COUNTY, Md. -- According to court documents, Tyler Mailloux is not happy with where he's being held and is looking for a reduced sentence, which legal experts say is unlikely. Just last month, Mailloux pleaded guilty to a felony hit-and-run that resulted in the death of 14-year-old Gavin Knupp. Mailloux was given a 10-year sentence with all but 18 months suspended. He is currently serving those 18 months behind bars at the Worcester County Jail.
Remembering Tom Brown: A Two-Time Super Bowl Champion and Salisbury Coaching Icon

2 weeks ago | wboc.com | Kyle Orens

SALISBURY, Md. -- Tom Brown, best known around Salisbury for founding Tom Brown's Rookie League, died last week. He was 84. On Monday, we spoke with several people who knew Brown, including his son Jimmy. We learned about the man who redefined the culture and attitude around youth sports in Salisbury. Brown's professional sports career was certainly memorable. A two-sport athlete, he played baseball for the Washington Senators and football for the Green Bay Packers.
BREAKING: Developer Files $40M Lawsuit Against City of Salisbury and Mayor over Marina Landing Project

2 weeks ago | wboc.com | Kyle Orens |Sean Curtis

SALISBURY, Md. - The developer of a proposed downtown project on Salisbury’s Fitzwater Street has filed a $40 million lawsuit against the city and mayor Randy Taylor for an alleged renege on the project’s approval. Filed Friday in the United States District Court in Maryland, the lawsuit claims Taylor and the City of Salisbury illegally revoked the authorization of the Marina Landing Project. The Marina Landing Project aimed to bring apartments, restaurants and retail spaces to downtown Salisbury.
Springfest Is Back To Kick Off The Unofficial Start Of Summer For The 34th Time

2 weeks ago | wboc.com | Kyle Orens

OCEAN CITY, Md. -- Sunny skies and warm weather blessed the first day of Springfest. The four-day event presents a ton of fun, good food and drinks, plus a window of opportunity for local businesses. Live music and the sweet aroma of food hitting the grill can only mean one thing: Springfest has arrived. "Amazing, it's amazing," said Tessa, a six-year-old who had just finished a beautiful rock painting at the arts and crafts station. The event offers something for everyone.
Critics Of Offshore Wind Believe The Pendulum Is Swinging In Their Direction

3 weeks ago | wboc.com | Kyle Orens

WORCESTER COUNTY, Md. -- A handful of Eastern Shore lawmakers are trying to take advantage of what they call positive momentum. The thought process follows a recent federal decision to immediately halt an offshore wind project in New York. Senator Mary Beth Carozza(R), who represents Wicomico, Somerset and Worcester Counties, has officially asked the US Department of the Interior to halt US Wind's proposed project off Maryland's coast.
Outdated Fares Catching Up To Taxi Companies In Ocean City

3 weeks ago | wboc.com | Kyle Orens

OCEAN CITY, Md. -- The rate taxis can charge per ride has remained flat since 2014. However, it looks like that will change following Monday night's city council meeting, where town leaders approved a fare increase. Taxi companies can now raise initial fares, price-per-mile, wait time and additional passenger fees by 30%. "We hadn't authorized a rate increase in 10 years, and obviously, they were struggling a little bit," said City Manager Terry McGean.