Rachel Pierce

Salisbury, Syracuse

News Reporter and MMJ at WBOC-TV (Salisbury, MD)

‘21 Syracuse 🍊 | South Jersey Native 🌊

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Articles

Neighbors raise safety concerns along busy road in South Side Slopes

1 week ago | wpxi.com | Rachel Pierce

PITTSBURGH — A street in Pittsburgh’s South Side Slopes is under the microscope. The city is hosting a public meeting on Tuesday, June 24th, to hear input from the public about safety improvements to South 18th Street. Neighbor Thomas Wagner, also with Bike Pittsburgh, says speeding on S 18th Street creates dangerous conditions for drivers, cyclists and pedestrians. “We would love people to treat this neighborhood like you live here.
Rachel Carson Bridge in Pittsburgh closed for inspection, adding time to some commutes

1 week ago | wpxi.com | Rachel Pierce

PITTSBURGH — The Rachel Carson Bridge will be closed to vehicles for inspection activities through Friday. Inspections will resume Monday and continue through June 27. Commuter Scott Wallace uses the Sister Bridges daily and says the inconvenience is worth the safety. “The concentration right now is, of course, they wanna get everything and up to speed for the draft next year,” Wallace said.
Rachel Carson Bridge in Pittsburgh closed for inspection, adding time to some commutes

1 week ago | yahoo.com | Rachel Pierce

The Rachel Carson Bridge will be closed to vehicles for inspection activities through Friday. Inspections will resume Monday and continue through June 27. Commuter Scott Wallace uses the Sister Bridges daily and says the inconvenience is worth the safety. “The concentration right now is, of course, they wanna get everything and up to speed for the draft next year,” Wallace said. “So, everybody has to buckle down and let them do it.”AdvertisementAdvertisementCommuter Camdyn Ajrkleroed agrees.
Delmar Hopes New Tax Incentive Attracts More Firefighters

1 month ago | wboc.com | Rachel Pierce

DELMAR, Md.- The town of Delmar has announced a tax incentive for those working or joining the fire department. The town says like many municipalities across Delmarva, recruiting firefighters is a challenge. The tax incentive, on both the Maryland and Delaware side, means property taxes will be waived up to $10,000. Town commissioner Jack Lenox says he hopes this could be a local solution to a regional challenge. "It's an issue that's not unique to Delmar...
Wicomico County Neighbors Voice Concerns Over New State Park

1 month ago | wboc.com | Rachel Pierce

TYASKIN, Md.- Some Wicomico County neighbors are voicing their concerns with a proposed new state park. The Wetipquin Creek State Park was announced by the Maryland Department of Natural Resources in February 2025. Some neighbors, like Ginny Rosenkranz, whose property backs the proposed state park, say they welcome the park but have some questions.
Effort to Protect Public Art Underway in Salisbury

1 month ago | wboc.com | Rachel Pierce

SALISBURY, Md.- The Salisbury Public Art Committee voted Wednesday to add a more robust process of removing or changing public art across the city. Susan Holt, Chair of the Salisbury Public Art Committee says decisions around changing or removing art should be led by the community and not one individual. "The Director of the Arts, Business and Culture Department would be involved, the Public Art Committee would be involved, the public would be involved,” said Susan Holt.
Wicomico County 'State of Schools' Offers Glimpse into District Demographics

1 month ago | wboc.com | Rachel Pierce

SALISBURY, Md.- Wicomico County Public Schools say 65% of its students live in poverty and 5% are homeless. "We are continuing to see those numbers increase here in Wicomico County," said Superintendent Dr. Micah Stauffer. "Right now we have close to 700 families ‘in transition’ in Wicomico County Public Schools, or what would be termed 'homeless' by the state of Maryland."Dr. Stauffer says the school district is working to provide services these students need.
Advocacy Group Pushes Back on Salisbury Pride Crosswalk Reversal

1 month ago | wboc.com | Rachel Pierce

SALISBURY, Md.- The City of Salisbury announced it will be painting over its Pride crosswalks at the intersection of South Division Street and West/East Market Street. Mayor Randy Taylor said this is to ensure ‘neutrality in public spaces’. “We also have a responsibility to ensure that government property remains neutral and does not promote any particular movement or cause," said Taylor.
Salisbury Neighbors Frustrated with Road Conditions

1 month ago | wboc.com | Rachel Pierce

SALISBURY, Md.- Some Salisbury neighbors are voicing their concerns over road conditions. Schumacher Manor neighbors say their roads have never been safe since the neighborhood was built 30 years ago. "The city never came in at the end of construction in the neighborhood and put in a finished road. So we've been running on borrowed time for a number of years," said Schumaker Manor neighbor Richard Strautz.
Salisbury Councilwoman Running for Wicomico County Executive

2 months ago | wboc.com | Rachel Pierce

SALISBURY, Md.- Salisbury councilwoman Michele Gregory has launched a campaign to run for Wicomico County Executive. In a press release, Gregory said "As a full-time caretaker for my disabled son, I understand just how much the system can either support or fail our families. That's why I've spent my time on the council listening, leading and fighting to make sure no one is left behind."Gregory has sat on the council representing Salisbury's District 4 since 2019.