Newland Park Landfill to Temp. Close for State Investigation

SALISBURY, Md. – Wicomico County officials have announced to the public that the Newland Park Landfill campus will be temporarily closed from Saturday, Feb. 7, until Monday, Feb. 9, due to an investigative request from the Office of the State’s Attorney.

The closure includes the Newland Park landfill, the on-site convenience center, and the brush pile. Officials say there is no immediate threat to public safety associated with the closure.

All other County convenience centers will remain open and operational during normal business hours for permit holders.

The County says they will provide updates regarding the reopening of the Newland Park Landfill campus as soon as information becomes available.

WMDT reached out to the State’s Attorney and Maryland State Police for comment, who said they can only disclose that the investigation is ongoing.