Lauren Miller

Salisbury

Video Journalist at WBOC-TV (Salisbury, MD)

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Housing Tops Concerns at Talbot County Economic Development Meetings

1 week ago | wboc.com | Lauren Miller

EASTON, Md. - Talbot County has spent the week gathering public input on how to stimulate economic growth—and housing emerged as a top concern among residents. At a series of interactive open house events, county leaders encouraged people to share their opinions board by board, using colorful stickers to indicate priorities. The most talked-about topic: housing affordability.
Tax Relief Could End for Two Towns

1 week ago | wboc.com | Lauren Miller

HURLOCK, Md. - A tax rebate benefiting some Dorchester County residents may soon be eliminated, as county officials consider ending the levy for property owners in Cambridge and Hurlock. The town of Hurlock has no plans to increase property taxes for the upcoming fiscal year — in fact, rates are expected to slightly decrease. “We did not feel it was necessary to raise the tax of our citizens,” said Charles Cephas, mayor of Hurlock.
Ramp Management Project Returns to Route 50 to Ease Bay Bridge Congestion

1 week ago | wboc.com | Lauren Miller

KENT ISLAND, Md. - An initiative aimed at easing traffic congestion near the Chesapeake Bay Bridge in Queen Anne’s County is returning this summer. The Ramp Management Project, designed to keep traffic moving along westbound U.S. Route 50, will once again limit access to certain exit ramps. The goal is to discourage drivers from using local roads as shortcuts and instead keep them on Route 50 as they head toward the bridge.
Denton Post Office Posts Plea: ‘Stop Urinating in Here’

1 week ago | wboc.com | Lauren Miller

DENTON, Md. - A small post office in Caroline County is dealing with an unusual and unsettling issue — repeated instances of someone urinating inside its lobby. At least three printed signs now hang on the walls of the Denton Post Office, reading: “Stop urinating in here! Go outside!”“My first reaction was, I can’t believe anybody would do that,” said local resident Lyn Higdon.
Maryland Investigates Rise of Microfishing as Hobby

1 week ago | ourcommunitynow.com | Lauren Miller

Lauren knew she wanted to work as a reporter when one of her professors invited a local TV news reporter to talk about her successes and learning experiences on how she got to where she is today. Lauren's beat is the Midshore and specializes in stories on the Chesapeake Bay, juvenile crime, and tourism on the Eastern Shore. CONTINUE READING
Maryland Investigates Rise of Microfishing as Hobby

1 week ago | wboc.com | Lauren Miller

CHESAPEAKE BAY, Md. - The state of Maryland is investigating a growing niche in the fishing world: Microfishing. The Maryland Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is surveying anglers to determine how much interest exists in this unique style of fishing, where participants use extremely small hooks to target small-bodied, non-game fish.
Museum seeks public’s help identifying man in mystery photo

2 weeks ago | wboc.com | Lauren Miller

CHINCOTEAGUE ISLAND, Va. - Directors at the Museum of Chincoteague Island are asking the public to help solve a mystery. While preparing the historic Beebe Ranch for its public grand opening this summer, museum staff discovered a photograph tucked away in the attic. The identity of the man in the framed portrait remains unknown. “Part of the process has been going through the attic, which is an absolute treasure trove of artifacts and letters,” said Cindy Faith, the museum’s assistant director.
Dorchester County Considers Ending Tax Rebate Amid $6M Budget Deficit

2 weeks ago | wboc.com | Lauren Miller

CAMBRIDGE, Md. - Some Dorchester County residents may soon pay more in property taxes as county leaders look to close a $6 million budget deficit—partly by ending a long-standing tax rebate for property owners in Cambridge and Hurlock. County officials say the deficit is largely due to financial obligations imposed by the state.
600-Home Development Breaks Ground in Cambridge

2 weeks ago | wboc.com | Lauren Miller

CAMBRIDGE, Md. - A major new housing development is underway in Cambridge, where more than 600 homes are planned on the property of the Cambridge Hyatt. Tuesday's groundbreaking ceremony marked a milestone for a project nearly two decades in the making, according to developers. 76 homes are already under construction, and a significant economic boost is expected upon the project's completion. Developers say reaching this point has been a long and challenging process.
UPDATE: Roundabout or Traffic Light? Cambridge Residents Speak Out

2 weeks ago | wboc.com | Lauren Miller

CAMBRIDGE, Md. - A new traffic pattern is coming to the city of Cambridge, but exactly what that will be remains up for debate. After speaking with several residents, many agree the intersection of Stone Boundary Road and Maryland Route 16 is too dangerous. The Maryland State Highway Administration plans to install a traffic light, while the city of Cambridge is proposing a roundabout instead.