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Marks Announces Concept Plans For Gerst Road Park
–The following press release was submitted by 5th District Councilman David Marks about the plans for the Gerst Park site in Perry Hall- Baltimore County Councilman David Marks announced that concept plans are now available for the Gerst Road Park site. The 22-acre park will be located east of Gerst...
Volunteer fire department in middle of Key Bridge response in need of new rescue boat
BALTIMORE - A volunteer fire department in Baltimore County says it needs $1.2 million for a new boat so it can continue responding to emergencies along the Chesapeake Bay.Transamerica Foundation donated $100,000 to kickstart the campaign for a new boat for the North Point-Edgemere Volunteer Fire Department, which was one of the first to respond to the deadly Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse last March.The volunteer fire department has two open water vessels that make up their fleet. But one of those boats is 16 years old, has a broken pump, and is well under the industry's recommended expectation of...
Residents still concerned despite zoning changes to Lutherville Station project
The zoning changes made this week to the proposed Lutherville Station Development project by the Baltimore County Council still worry neighbors. They believe the vote doesn’t mean anything because the developer has an option to move forward with the project almost as originally planned. The proposed development comes as...
Salisbury University receives Forbes recognition
SALISBURY, Md. – Salisbury University was just ranked one of America’s top colleges by Forbes magazine and was named among the best 390 colleges by the Princeton Review. This isn’t the first time the university has received these types of accolades; this is the 11th consecutive year that it’s been ranked a top institution.
Worcester County Health Department Warns of Rabid Animals
WORCESTER COUNTY, MD - Officials say a rabid bat was found in Pocomoke, and a rabid raccoon was found in Berlin. Worcester County Health Officials say this week, a bat was collected from a home in the 600 block of Market Street in Pocomoke City and tested positive for rabies. Additionally, a rabid raccoon was found on Ninepin Branch Road in Berlin.
Brock offers three-minute marketing plan at field day
CENTREVILLE, Md. — In grain marketing, having a plan is key, but it doesn’t have to be a long and tedious process, a commodities analyst told farmers at Farm Credit’s recent field day event at Chorman Spraying’s airfield near Ruthsburg. “Really, when you’re asking if you’re...
High School Football Preview 2024: Stephen Decatur
BERLIN, Md. – The Decatur Seahawks are looking to recreate their championship magic from the 2023 season. They went undefeated and captured their first state football title in school history. But now in 2024, the Seahawks will be facing the pressure of repeating as champions. “It’s hard going back...
Atlantic General Hospital thinking about changing or expanding current business model
BERLIN, Md – Atlantic General Hospital has been providing high-quality care for decades, but there has been some thought to change or rework the current business model. “Our board has undertaken an evaluation process, really looking at the challenges that exist in healthcare at a global level but acutely a local level,” said CEO of Atlantic General Don Owrey.
Princess Anne Grapples with Financial Woes as Shortfalls Spark Debate
PRINCESS ANNE, MD - The Town of Princess Anne’s municipal operating budget is being held under a microscope as town officials seek to address an urgent lack of funding. Princess Anne Commissioners held a special meeting earlier this month to discuss a looming shortfall and what steps can be taken to avoid it, including the use of emergency federal funds.
Dedication to be held for historic Dorchester County church
Wheatley Methodist Church sits in northern Dorchester County, Maryland’s Fork District, on land King George II granted to a William Wheatley during the early 18th century. It was built 1784 to be a “preaching house served by clergy of those people called Methodist.” The building, constructed of heavy old-growth timber framing secured with wrought nails, has existed since one year following the end of the American Revolution and five years prior to George Washington becoming the first elected American president. ...
City of Salisbury threatened with legal action on two fronts over stalled Mitchell Landing rehab
SALISBURY, Md. – The City of Salisbury could be facing legal action on two fronts. Friday, Maryland’s Department of Housing and Community Development (DHCD) sent an official notice of defaults and demand for immediate cure to the City of Salisbury. This comes after local housing officials and DHCD...
Ripieno's has big plans for its Italian restaurant coming to north Salisbury. All to know.
Construction is underway on Ripieno's Ristorante Italiano, coming soon to Salisbury, Maryland. The authentic Italian restaurant, a spinoff from Ripieno's Italian Bistro on 32nd Street in Ocean City, Md., is aiming for a potential grand opening date of Jan. 1, 2025. Owner Kirby DiSeveria said his new restaurant and bar has been a...
'An Elkton icon, for sure': Costumed man - Rapper John - well known and adored in town
ELKTON — John Smith went to one of his favorite stores on Sunday afternoon and contently combed the clothing racks, hoping to find the next cape, tights, gown, belt, sneakers, balaclava or fanny-pack to add to his extensive collection of flashy costumes. Most every patron and employee in that Goodwill Super Store on South Bridge Street knows John and, several times during his shopping excursion, people made a point to say hello to him. ...
Cecil Historical Trust invites public to West Nottingham Friends Meetinghouse
COLORA — Local historian Emily Kilby will give a free presentation on religious history in Cecil County at West Nottingham Friends Meetinghouse on Sept. 21 at 2 p.m. entitled “The Tale of Two Churches Serving a Diverse Community.” Kilby’s presentation is part of an Open House at the Meetinghouse, 600 Harrisville Road in Colora from noon until 4 p.m. She will talk about the history and families in the community of Harrisville and how the Friends and the congregation of West Nottingham Presbyterian Church shaped the community. Anyone with history of that area to share is welcome to come and have that history recorded by members of the Cecil Historical Trust. Admission is free. There will be copies of “At the Head of the Bay,” a book published by the trust, available for purchase with all sales benefiting West Nottingham Friends Meetinghouse, built in 1811.
Athletes of the Week Aug. 30
Trey is a versatile football stud and only a junior at Cape. He is 6-foot-2, 265 pounds, and he can move. He lines up mostly at defensive end, but he can really play anywhere on both sides of the line of scrimmage. “Trey will be a handful for any opposing offensive line to handle,” said Cape football coach Mike Frederick. “He is strong, fast and physical.” As a junior, he is now providing depth in multiple positions on offense as well. Frederick elaborated, “Trey has huge upside at the next level. He flew under the radar defensively for Cape during the deep run last year. He typically matches up against the opponent’s best offensive linemen. Trey has had a really good preseason, and I expect teams throughout the state will need to game plan against him. Trey is a terrific student as well.”
PHOTOS: Kids of Summer 2024
With school going back next week for most Worcester County students, and the academic year already underway for many families who vacation in Ocean City, it’s fitting to share some of the “Kids of Summer” pictures that began running last week in the print version of the paper. With pictures sent in by readers, the “Kids of Summer” is a longtime tradition of The Dispatch, that continued with the merger into the OC Today-Dispatch. The attached pictures show kids of all ages, both locals and tourists, living up their summer vacations in Ocean City and beyond.
Car slams into building at Polly Drummond Shopping Center
An 85-year-old woman was seriously injured when she drove her car into a building at Polly Drummond Shopping Center on Saturday afternoon. The crash happened at approximately 4:30 p.m. at a two-story brick building that sits apart from the main shopping center structure and houses a Dunkin' Donuts, Dimple's Nail Boutique, Delaware Hospice and other tenants. The impact damaged a stairwell that separates the Dunkin' and the nail salon. Both...
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