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Plim Plaza to take advantage of new Ocean City parking code changes
It appears the first workforce housing project to take advantage of recent code amendments will soon come before the Ocean City Planning Commission for a conditional use approval. In an effort to address a shortage of workforce housing in Ocean City, the Mayor and Council last year amended the town’s...
UMC for Environmental Science hosts Izaak Walton League Convention
The University of Maryland Center for Environmental Science in Cambridge, locally known as the Horn Point Laboratory, hosted attendees from the 2024 Izaak Walton League Convention, held at the Hyatt Recency in Cambridge on July 15-17. Professor Jamie Pierson of HPL (and president of the Mid-Shore Chapter of IWLA), along...
Cambridge Mayor Steve Rideout on Search for City Manager
The Cambridge City Council conducted interviews on July 15 for the vacant city manager position. The closed session was held at the Hyatt Regency Chesapeake Bay and was, in the words of Mayor Steve Rideout, “an interesting meeting.” This was necessitated by the departure in May of City Manager Tom Carroll, whose position has been held on a temporary basis by David Deutsch.
Pastor tries to foster family feel at First Baptist Church of Cambridge
CAMBRIDGE — When it comes to church membership, First Baptist Church of Cambridge Pastor Chris Colbert would rather have 10 “sincere God lovers” than 10,000 “nominal pew sitters.” Since coming to Cambridge from Monmouth County, New Jersey in September 2022, Colbert has aimed to “cultivate sincere and mature followers of God.” “So we’re creating a community of intimate, committed, loving, sacrificial family members who want to help each other to...
18377 Southampton Dr, Lewes, DE | Premier cul-de-sac homesite in the community of Coastal Club!
This home is situated on one of the most premier cul-de-sac homesites in the community. The fully landscaped home has total privacy in the rear highlighted with dense wooded views which can be seen from the primary suite, morning room, screened in porch and large paver patio with a wood burning fire pit. Custom cabinetry/shelving in the great room on either side of the fireplace adds a level of richness to the home. Let your inner chef come to life in the stunning gourmet kitchen featuring upgraded countertops, large island, upgraded 42 inch cabinetry, exterior vented hood within the cabinetry over a 36" cooktop , stainless steel appliances, built-in microwave, and wall oven. Entertain from the custom bar cabinetry between the kitchen and great room. Relax in the privacy of the luxury primary bedroom with 2 walk in closets and spa like bath room. The main level also has an office and 2 bedrooms that share a full bath. Your guests will have total privacy on the 2nd level with a bedroom, full bath and loft area. Coastal Club is an amenity-rich community situated in Delaware's most sought-after zip code, just a short distance to beaches, local boutiques, and restaurants. Enjoy all the amenities Coastal Club has to offer, including the playground, pool and clubhouse! The gorgeous, resort-style clubhouse features an indoor pool, spacious outdoor pool with a swim-up bar and cascading waterfall, as well as a kid-friendly pirate ship play area, fitness center and ample games including bocce, horseshoes, and tennis. The community has a 14,620-square-foot clubhouse with an indoor heated lap pool and Jacuzzi, two outdoor pools and a water slide, lifeguards, and a swim-up bar with food catered by Big Fish Grill. The clubhouse has locker rooms, a yoga room, fitness center, meeting rooms, pool tables, game room, coffee bar, library, staffed desk, and a full indoor bar. There are also club activities offered weekly, such as water aerobics, yoga, Pilates, canasta, poker, mah-jongg, and crafting. The grounds of the clubhouse have tennis and pickleball courts, bocce ball, shuffleboard, ping-pong tables, a tot lot, and two dog parks. There is a three-mile walking trail through the woods along Goslee Mill Pond and around the community. Don’t wait, make an appointment to see this exquisite home today! Please note that the home has an active Ring doorbell system.
Millsboro Lions Club donates wheelchairs to KSI
Members of the Millsboro Lions Club recently brought KSI four wheelchairs and one transport to help the organization enhance its emergency evacuation resources for participants with mobility issues. Millsboro Lions Club’s Med Shed program includes accepting donations of new or used medical equipment in good condition, which is then loaned...
Lewes major all-stars to face off with Milton July 18
The Lewes Major League All-Stars moved to 3-0 in the District 3 tournament with a 3-2 win over previously unbeaten Georgetown July 16, at Millsboro’s WB Atkins Memorial Park. The win secured Lewes a spot in the championship round against Milton, which has won four straight games following an...
Dagsboro Officials Consider Limiting Restaurant Alcohol Sales
DAGSBORO, DE -- The Dagsboro Town Council is considering an ordinance that would reduce the time permitted to restaurants in the town's highway commercial district to serve alcohol. The drafted ordinance was introduced at the Dagsboro Town Council meeting on July 15th. It would only allow restaurants in the highway...
Upcoming cash bingo event in Salisbury to support local entrepreneurs
SALISBURY -- A Salisbury nonprofit is holding an upcoming cash bingo event to raise money for local entrepreneurs. Maryland Capital Enterprises, Inc., whose mission is to empower businesses ...
Medicaid, child care spending add to state’s looming fiscal woes
Maryland faces nearly $1 billion in projected budget deficits driven by as much as $800 million in projected Medicaid shortfalls over two years. The post Medicaid, child care spending add to state’s looming fiscal woes appeared first on Maryland Matters.
Three more heat-related deaths reported in Maryland, including two in Baltimore
BALTIMORE - Maryland is reporting three more heat-related deaths, including two in Baltimore City.According to state data, there have been nine heat-related deaths this summer, which is the same amount as in 2023.Temperatures reached 100 degrees for four straight days -- from Sunday to Wednesday -- for the first time since 1930.Three of Maryland's heat-related deaths happened in Baltimore, four in Prince George's County, one in Anne Arundel County and one in Kent County.Overall, four of those deaths were between the ages of 45 and 64, and the other five were older than 65 years old.State data shows there were 21 heat-related deaths in Maryland in 2019, 21 in 2020, 16 in 2021, five in 2022 and nine in 2023.Dr. Clifford Mitchell, with the Maryland Department of Health, says when it comes to the sweltering sun, everyone needs to stay hydrated and stay cool."You can have a weak heart rate, you can have confusion, lightheadedness, dizziness, those are all signs of potentially life-threatening heat exhaustion or heat stroke," Mitchell said.
Maryland READS introduces READ Strong Network to Queen Anne’s County
On June 27, Maryland READS launched the READ Strong Network in Queen Anne’s County. Education and community leaders across the county united to address Maryland’s reading challenges and collaborate on establishing a robust reading ecosystem to ensure all children achieve proficiency. More than 20 stakeholders, including school board members, educators, and nonprofit leaders, gathered at the Centreville branch of the public library for an event aimed at mapping out and initiating the development of a vibrant reading environment for the youth of Queen Anne’s County. Shannon Bent, vice president of the Queen Anne’s County Board of Education, opened the session with a heartfelt personal story and words of encouragement for all attendees. This event marks the first of several planned Read Strong Maryland gatherings statewide and the beginning of a transformative initiative in Queen Anne’s County.
Severe Thunderstorm Watch Update Wednesday July 17
The heat wave is about to break. After four days in a row at or over 100ºF (in Baltimore), a strong cold front is gaining intensity in a hurry this afternoon into the evening. There are no promises, but I can state this with proof below: The models have...
NRP, Special Olympics Maryland team up for safety, awareness and active shooter training
BALTIMORE -- The Maryland Natural Resources Police (NRP) is teaming up with Special Olympics Maryland (SOMD) to teach their athletes what to do if they're ever in an active assailant or shooter situation. For the first time ever, Special Olympics staff, coaches, and athlete leaders took part in the training, offered by NRP's Training Division with the help of the Maryland State Police and Maryland Transportation Authority Police.Wednesday afternoon at the Maryland Police and Correctional Training Commissions, the athletes sat down for an interactive training to learn how to stay safe and respond in different types of active emergency situations. "Hopefully, they'll...
Winning $560K 'Multi-Match' Jackpot-Winning Ticket Sold At Maryland Sheetz
The big winner came in Cumberland, where a player his a $560,000 Multi-Match jackpot on a ticket sold at Sheetz on Bedford Road, while a $50,000 Powerball ticket was sold at the Pilot Travel Center in Hagerstown. Neither prize has been claimed. The Mutli-Match ticket matched all six winning numbers...
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