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Comparing OCBP, RBP Lifeguarding Strategies
The lifeguarding techniques between Rehoboth Beach and Ocean City differ significantly despite the ultimate goal of rescuing swimmers. Ocean City has 90 single-guard stands covering 10 miles of beach while Rehoboth has 16 stand locations with typically two guards on each stand. Some Rehoboth locations even have two stands, especially this summer with the loss of Deauville.
Schumer crashes Maryland delegation breakfast, touts Alsobrooks candidacy
CHICAGO – Maryland Democratic Party Chairman Ken Ulman called the delegation to order in lieu of a gavel, instead hammering a crab mallet on Monday morning. Before that, Ulman introduced a surprise special guest to the stage. “Wait a minute,” Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, D-New York, said. “Can...
Police identify 3-year-old child fatally struck by car while riding bike in Seaford
Delaware State Police have identified the 3-year-old child fatally hit by a car while riding a bicycle on Thursday as Osiris Ocampo Tovar of Seaford. Police said Tovar was riding in the Manufactured Home Community in Seaford at 7:45 p.m. when a car turned onto the road and hit him. He was taken to...
Dover Police release statement on ban of off-road vehicles on City streets
DOVER, Del. – Dover Police have released a Public Service Announcement regarding a recent city ordinance regarding off-highway vehicles. On July 8th, Dover City Council revised a local law, banning dirt bikes, ATVs, Quads, and other motorized vehicles that are not “street” legal or compliant to the vehicle code for use on public traffic ways.
Kitten tests positive for rabies near Somerset/Wicomico Co. line
EDEN, Md. – The Somerset County and Wicomico County Health Departments have announced that a kitten tested positive for rabies in the area of Cathell Road in Eden, near the Somerset and Wicomico County line. We’re told the kitten tested positive on Monday. Officials are advising all residents...
6 potential Chesapeake Bay ferry routes recommended in study
OCEAN CITY — A five-county Chesapeake Bay Passenger Ferry Consortium released a Passenger Ferry Feasibility study identifying promising opportunities to enhance transportation and economic growth across coastal communities in Maryland. The year-long study was released at this year’s Maryland Association of Counties Conference, held in Ocean City last week. According to the study, the baseline system for the passenger ferry plan is estimated to handle approximately 50,000 riders per season. There are six potential passenger ferry routes, all branching out to different communities in the...
Maryland Weather: A few PM Storms then turning nice
BALTIMORE -- For the rest of this afternoon, skies will be partly cloudy across the area. It will be very warm and humid. The Storm Prediction Center has highlighted areas along and east of I-95 for the potential of widely scattered to isolated severe storms this afternoon.Any storms that develop will be capable of producing very heavy rainfall, which could lead to localized flash flooding. Additionally, gusty winds could result in isolated instances of wind damage. The storm threat is expected to gradually diminish after sunset.High temperatures this afternoon will top out near 90 degrees, but cooler air will arrive...
Mondegreen Matinee: Phish Crosses Finish Line At Festival In Delaware
Phish‘s final performance at their Mondegreen festival in Dover, Delaware, was an invigorating conclusion to a four-day extravaganza that saw 45,000 fans revel in the band’s signature blend of musical improvisation and community spirit. Despite concerns about inclement weather, which led to an early start time of 1:00 p.m. and allowed for only one long set, the band delivered a high-energy performance that left the audience euphoric.
Ernesto gains strength, Mondegreen ends early, new restaurants to try
Good morning, Small Wonder. Welcome to another brand-spanking new, stlll-wet-behind-the-ears work week. Ready, set, go … As write this, I hear more thunder rolling through. So what’s the forecast for Monday?...
Talbot County siblings promote importance of National Night Out, future of Maryland purple initiatives
EASTON, Md. — Since 1984, National Night Out has been a staple in the United States. The event is used to increase awareness about police programs in all communities, and two Easton siblings made sure to continue the tradition. Maryland and other states' weather rescheduled multiple communities' National Night...
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