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Olympians heading to Paris Games often wonder what it would be like to compete in a different sport
There’s a field hockey player who would love to play tennis — more specifically, doubles with Coco Gauff. A sailor who could see herself hurtling down an icy mountain on a pair of skis. A water polo center who appreciates the purity of running, where nothing matters more than the numbers that flash up on the trackside clock. Turns out Olympians and Paralympians are just like us: They watch the Summer Games or Winter Games on TV and think about which sports they would love...
Baltimore's Corbin Burnes to start against Pittsburgh's Paul Skenes in All-Star Game
ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) — Baltimore’s Corbin Burnes will start for the American League in Tuesday night’s All-Star Game against Pittsburgh rookie Paul Skenes. A 29-year-old right-hander, Burnes is 9-4 with a 2.93 ERA in his first season with the Orioles, who acquired him from Milwaukee just before spring training. The 2021 NL Cy Young Award winner, Burnes is an All-Star for the fourth straight season. He will become the fifth Orioles pitcher to start an All-Star Game, the first since Steve Stone in 1980. ...
Second Friday spirits sunny in North East despite cloudy skies
NORTH EAST — Threatening skies persisted and light rain fell a time or two Friday evening in downtown North East, but the weather did not seem to dampen the spirits of those who visited the town during its monthly Second Friday celebration. A few open umbrellas could be seen at times as folks walked up and down the sidewalks along Main Street, popping into the gift stores, restaurants and ice cream shops along that thoroughfare. William Morgan and Jane Simon, who had traveled to North...
Elkton home invasion ends in baseball bat assault, man faces attempted murder charges
ELKTON — A man is charged with attempted murder and other offenses after he allegedly entered a neighboring residence in Elkton on Monday and beat a man and a woman with an aluminum baseball bat, knocking the male into unconsciousness briefly and apparently breaking bones in the limbs of both victims, according to police and Cecil County District Court records. Investigators identified the suspect as Willie D. Pipkin, who turns 48 on Wednesday, court records show. ...
Grand jury indicts North East man in 'Molotov cocktail' case
ELKTON — A Cecil County grand jury has handed up a 13-count indictment against a man who allegedly hurled a homemade burning device known as a “Molotov cocktail” at a North East-area home while it was occupied by three people — including a 5-year-old boy — because the accused reportedly believed the man inside that house was having an affair with his wife, according to court records. Among the charges listed against the defendant — Christopher Joseph Shivery, 41, of North East — in that...
The Art Den adds two mini camps
RISING SUN — The Art Den LLC has added more mini camps to its summer offerings, repeating seminars that proved popular. July 29-30 is the Swiftie Mini Camp geared toward, who else, Taylor Swift fans. From 9:30 a.m. until noon both days your Swiftie will be immersed in artistic ventures surrounding the popular singer-songwriter. For the Squishmallow fan, Aug. 1-2 is the Squishy Friends Mini Camp with four brand new projects to delight those that love the popular collectible brand. Each session is $98 per camper with all supplies included. The Art Den is located at 8 Cooper Avenue in Rising Sun. Go to https://www.theartdenllc.com/ to register or for more information.
Singer Ingrid Andress says she was drunk during panned MLB anthem performance, will get treatment
After a widely panned performance of the U.S. national anthem at the MLB Home Run Derby, country singer Ingrid Andress apologized Tuesday and said she was drunk. “I’m checking myself into a facility today to get the help I need,” she wrote in an Instagram post. “That was not me last night. I apologize to MLB, all the fans, and this country I love so much for that rendition.” The...
Gas prices in Maryland seem stuck in mid $3 range
Average gasoline prices in Maryland have risen 1.2 cents per gallon in the last week, averaging $3.57 per gallon today, according to GasBuddy’s survey of 2,167 stations in Maryland. Prices in Maryland are 2.9 cents per gallon lower than a month ago and stand 3.7 cents per gallon higher than a year ago. The national average price of diesel has risen 2.3 cents in the last week and stands at $3.83 per gallon. According to GasBuddy price reports, the cheapest station in Maryland was priced...
Jacoby Jones, a star of Baltimore's most recent Super Bowl title run, has died at age 40
BALTIMORE (AP) — Former NFL receiver Jacoby Jones, whose 108-yard kickoff return in 2013 remains the longest touchdown in Super Bowl history, has died. He was 40. The Houston Texans, Jones’ team for the first five seasons of his career, announced his death on Sunday. In a statement released by the NFL Players Association, his family said he died at his home in New Orleans. A cause of death was not given. ...
Joe 'Jellybean' Bryant, the father of Kobe Bryant, dies at 69
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Joe “Jellybean” Bryant, the father of the late Basketball Hall of Famer Kobe Bryant, has died, his alma mater announced Tuesday. Bryant, who spent eight seasons in the NBA with three different franchises, was 69. The Philadelphia Inquirer, citing La Salle coach Fran Dunphy, reported that Joe Bryant recently had a massive stroke. “We are saddened to announce the passing of La Salle basketball great Joe Bryant,”...
At the Trump rally, it was evening sun, songs and blue sky. Then came bullets, screams and blood
On a sweltering weekend evening, beneath a clear blue sky, Donald Trump supporters in red “Make America Great Again” hats packed the fairgrounds in Butler, Pennsylvania. It was a friendly and festive venue for the once and maybe future president’s final rally before the Republican National Convention the following week. He won Butler County, just north of Pittsburgh in the crucial swing state, by roughly 2 to 1 in both 2016 and 2020. ...
Who is JD Vance? Things to know about Donald Trump's pick for vice president
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — Former President Donald Trump on Monday chose U.S. Sen. JD Vance of Ohio to be his running mate as he looks to return to the White House. Here are some things to know about Vance, a 39-year-old Republican now in his first term in the Senate: Vance rose to prominence with the memoir ‘Hillbilly Elegy’ ...
FACT FOCUS: A look at false claims around the assassination attempt on former President Trump
The assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump, who is running for reelection, is fueling a range of false claims and conspiracy theories as authorities seek information about the 20-year-old shooter’s background and motive, how he obtained the AR-style rifle he fired at Trump and security at the venue that failed to stop the shooting. Here’s a look at the facts. ___ ...
Police: Elkton man raped neighbor after barging into her home
ELKTON — Police officers arrested a man inside his Elkton residence early Sunday morning shortly after he allegedly barged into a nearby home and raped a woman who lives there — before fleeing when another occupant caught him in the act, according to Cecil County District Court records. Investigators identified the suspect as 36-year-old Obet Perez-Roblero, whom responding Elkton Police Department officers captured after finding him hiding inside a second-room bathroom at his residence in the Delancy Village neighborhood and forcing their way into the...
Trump rally shooting is being investigated as an assassination attempt, officials say
BUTLER, Pa. — Former President Donald Trump was the target of an apparent assassination attempt Saturday at a Pennsylvania rally, days before he was to accept the Republican nomination for a third time. A barrage of gunfire set off panic, and a bloodied Trump, who said he was shot in the ear, was surrounded by Secret Service and hurried to his SUV as he pumped his fist in a show of defiance. Trump's campaign said the presumptive GOP nominee was doing "fine" after the shooting,...
Big sale at the Cecil County Arts Council
ELKTON — Local artist Eileen Felice is having a clearance sale of her works on display at the Cecil County Arts Council, 135 East Main St. in Elkton. Felice is known for her vibrant colors and variety of topics as she paints. She has numerous pieces available at the arts council, with as many as 30 of those marked down to $20. The Cecil County Arts Council is open Monday through Friday 10 a.m. until 4 p.m., Saturday 10am-2pm and Sundays by appointment.
What's on Deck with Parks and Recreation
ADULT SOCCERThe Adult Indoor Soccer League will be a competitive league playing at the Cecil Arena. It is a coed 6v6 league. Rosters, with a signed waiver for each player, and $200 registration are due before teams will be scheduled. The Team Captain/Representative must COMPLETE the Adult Soccer League Waiver/Roster Form online before submitting payment. There will be one ultimate league that takes place. Teams will also pay ref fees of $20 per game given to staff on-site. If your team cannot make your scheduled...
Calvert DAR honors Dunkle for her work with Title IX
Margaret Dunkle, “the unsung heroine” of the implementation of Title IX, spent much of her life advocating for the equal treatment of women. Her research laid the groundwork for the regulations that protect and support women college athletes. The John Hanson Chapter of the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution honored Dunkle last month as a notable Woman in American History. The organization’s program recognizes women who “have made significant contributions or made a difference in their communities.” ...
Eberhardt remembered for his love of Perryville
PERRYVILLE — James “Jim” Eberhardt is being remembered as someone who cared about his hometown but also all of Cecil County. A funeral service was held Monday for Eberhardt, who died last week. He was 80. He was the Mayor of Perryville from 2004-2018. His seven terms make him the longest serving mayor in the history of Perryville. ...
Bowers remembered as ardent supporter of Rising Sun
RISING SUN — Clinton “Clint” Bowers is being remembered by those who knew him as a Rising Sun Town Commissioner for his passion and dedication. Bowers, 89, died last week after a long illness. “I’m glad Clint is not suffering anymore,” said Commissioner Augie Pierson. “The town has really lost a true person who cared about this town. The town was Clint’s life.” ...
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The Cecil Whig is a local newspaper that covers Cecil County, Maryland since 1841. It is the oldest newspaper on Maryland’s Eastern Shore, publishes Wednesday and Friday, and online at www.CecilDaily.com
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