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Commissioners declare July Parks and Recreation Month
CHESTERTOWN — At their regularly scheduled meeting, July 23, county commissioners showed their heartfelt appreciation to the dedicated leadership of the Kent County Parks and Recreation Department. Commission member Albert Nickerson read the proclamation designating July, Parks and Recreation Month. Nickerson said the department is crucial for the County’s health and development. He said it’s...
'California Dreamin' concert goers ride the wave of good vibes
ROCK HALL — The dream was alive in Rock Hall, as the sounds of the 60’s and the 70’s filled the air. On Sunday, Mark Einstein, Clark Bjorke, Brian Cole, Dave Fife, Meghan First. Richard Geller, Don and Julie Gill, Stu Gray, Matt Mielnick, Bob Miller, Barbara Parker, Dave Sharp, Antoinette Smith, Bob and Laura Taylor, Steve Tremills and Greg Zane came together as the Mainstay Players, for an event called “California Dreamin.” ...
'Serendipitous Moments' opens Aug. 2
On First Friday, Aug. 2, The Artists’ Gallery will feature new and exciting work by Nancy R. Thomas in “Serendipitous Moments.” Thomas came to the Eastern Shore in 1994 from Alexandria, Virginia, where she pursued dual careers of dancing and painting for two decades. Her early painting classes were taken at The Torpedo Factory, The Corcoran School of Art, A Project Study Tour of Italy and Northern Virginia Community College, where she earned an Associate Degree in Fine Art. Thomas is a signature member of the Baltimore Watercolor Society, a member of Oil Painters of America and The Working Artists’...
Local paper shows what community can do
The July 25 edition of the Kent County News featured three local stories that showed what a true community weekly newspaper can do. The front page story about the Kent County Fair described the fair's activities, contests and events, featuring the local 4-H members who so proudly showed off their animals and projects; 14 color photos accompanied the story. Inside, the paper covered the visit of Angela Alsobrooks, candidate for U.S. Senate who spent three hours walking around Chestertown talking to people. The third was...
Edible Flower & Farm Tour entices the senses
CHESTERTOWN — Every year, ShoreRivers, the Eastern Shore community’s go-to organization for all things associated with the health and viability of our waterways, compiles an impressive roster of experiential events intended to highlight and connect area residents in obvious, and sometimes not so obvious ways, to the prime resources we share in the Bay, and our various rivers and creeks. Fortunately, there was a breezy early morning break in the humidity for last Wednesday’s event which was listed on their calendar as a, “farm tour...
Chestertown moves to change regulations in historic district
CHESTERTOWN — Chestertown council member, Meghan Efland, at their latest meeting with Mayor David Foster on July 22, called for a discussion with their Historic District Commission over regulations. The Historic District Commission regulations determines, for instance, what kinds of windows can be put on a historic building. They can decide what sort of materials may be used, or, for example, what siding can be implemented to maintain the historical authenticity of the neighborhood. ...
Camper fire leads to devastating loss and family displacement
CHESTERTOWN — What could have been even more of a tragic event from a fire was prevented by divine intervention, Kay Markow said. On the morning of July 25, at Duck Neck Campground, she, along with her 12-week-old daughter and siblings, and her mother Jessica, escaped their burning camper, receiving no injuries. But they lost everything else, she added. ...
Joe Holt’s “First Friday” Show features mother/son guests
On Friday, Aug. 2, The Mainstay’s “First Friday” program hosted by jazz pianist/ accompanist Joe Holt welcomes Beth McDonald and her son Jonah McDonald. The show features both solo performances by each of the artists, as well as duets. Beth is “a singer/songwriter from another time who is trying to find her place in this one.” Her voice and style are in love with melody, standards from the Great American Songbook, and the charm of another era. She also performs contemporary and original material, all...
The Chesapeake Film Festival comes to Chestertown
CHESTERTOWN — The 17th annual Chesapeake Film Festival comes to Chestertown, MD, on Sept. 12 with an amazing lineup of environmental short films. The mini festival in Chestertown heralds the grand, three-day celebration of independent filmmaking at CFF 2024 in Easton September 27-29. The theme of the Chestertown Festival, Fragile Rivers/Fertile Land, pays homage to the abundant waterways and farmland that grace the Mid-Atlantic region. The six films show how humans, who have threatened these treasures in the past, are working to restore our rivers...
Rock Hall receives $300,000 grant award
The Town of Rock Hall and Main Street Rock Hall have been awarded a $300,000 Project Restore 2.0 grant from the Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development to fund improvements in three currently vacant buildings on Main Street. The three building improvement projects will include 5781 Main Street (Rock Hall Brewing Company), 5758 Main Street (Bay Breeze Inn II), and 5761 Main Street (The Rubin Rodney Building). “We are excited to have been selected as one of the recipients of the 2024 Project Restore...
Vogel's return to roots, growing Lucky Pick Farm
CHESTERTOWN — Like many Chestertown residents with deep roots on the Shore, Pam Vogel, and her husband, John, honed their careers and raised their family on the western shore. After a few decades of living a life packed with appointments, meetings, and traffic jams for her career in occupational therapy, and his in electrical engineering, Pam Vogel said, they were ready to transition away from Howard County and return to the Eastern Shore, closer to Cecil County where she was raised on a farm. “I...
Seven charged with theft of LGBTQ Items
CHESTERTOWN — Three out-of-state men were charged by the Chestertown Police Department for the theft of Pride flags and other rainbow-themed items taken from the Emmanuel Church on Cross Street during the weekend of the Juneteenth celebration, June 15-16. In all, nine victims of theft were identified. The crimes occurred on Cross Street, Cannon Street, Greenwood Avenue, Water Street and High Street in Chestertown. The loss to the victims is estimated by police at approximately $1,400. ...
Seven charged with theft of LGBTQ Items
CHESTERTOWN — Three out-of-state men were charged by the Chestertown Police Department for the theft of Pride flags and other rainbow-themed items taken from the Emmanuel Church on Cross Street during the weekend of the Juneteenth celebration, June 15-16. In all, nine victims of theft were identified. The crimes occurred on Cross Street, Cannon Street, Greenwood Avenue, Water Street and High Street in Chestertown. The loss to the victims is estimated by police at approximately $1,400. ...
Kent County Fair captivates a county
TOLCHESTER — As 4-H volunteer Jaime Orndorff said earlier, the Kent County Fair has a little something for everyone. There were activities in every direction, beginning on Wednesday, July 17 stretching out into the weekend at the Kent Ag Center. The theme this year was Christmas in July, picked by the Junior Leader’s Council during planning. That’s why visitors saw Christmas trees in certain tents and colorful bulbs after sundown. ...
Democratic Senate candidate visits Phat Daddy's
CHESTERTOWN — “This is such a beautiful place,” Democratic Candidate for U.S. Senate Angela Alsobrooks said Thursday, during her visit to Kent County. Almost 50 people gathered to welcome Alsobrooks at her Meet and Greet outside of Phat Daddy’s in her tour on the Eastern Shore. She spent her morning meeting with Galena Mayor John Carroll, then visited ShoreRivers along the water, and enjoyed refreshment at the Modern Stone Age...
'Crazy Days' to take place downtown this weekend
Downtown Chestertown’s annual sidewalk sale, Crazy Days, bargain shopping begins on Thursday, July 25 and runs through Saturday, July 27, with many stores carrying the specials into Sunday. The shops will be open by 10 a.m. and remain open on Thursday and Friday until 6 p.m., Saturday until 5 p.m. This mid-summer tradition is sponsored by the Downtown Chestertown Association. On Saturday there will be several family friendly activities, beginning with the second annual Ping Pong Ball Drop. At 10 a.m. on Memorial Row, a...
$20,000 donation received from Friends of the Kent County Public Library
The Friends of the Kent County Public Library describe themselves as a group of people who “donate hearts, hands, and more to the library we love.” This week, the Friends demonstrated the “and more” when they presented Kent County Public Library with a check for $20,000 in unrestricted funds to contribute to the library’s 2025 fiscal year budget. Since 1973, the Friends have supported the Kent County Public Library with gifts of materials, technology, educational programs, and budgetary support. Their unwavering support and generosity have...
KCHS to offer marine services course
WORTON — Kent County Public Schools has partnered with Chesapeake College to offer a Marine Services Technician Training program this fall. Open to Kent County High School juniors and seniors, the course is designed for those interested in pursuing a career in the marine service industry. Classes will be held at Haven Harbour Marina in Rock Hall from 4:30 to 6:10 p.m. throughout the fall semester. ...
Mainstay, in partnership with Hedgelawn Foundation, welcomes back John Jorgenson and band
On Saturday, July 27 the Mainstay, in partnership with the Hedgelawn Foundation, is thrilled to welcome back John Jorgenson for his third appearance over the years. Jorgenson is often cited as one of the greatest guitarists on the world stage today. He has achieved international acclaim for each of the different musical styles he has performed; country rock, gypsy jazz, and his other passion — bluegrass. This Mainstay appearance features the John Jorgenson Bluegrass Band. Jorgenson first came to national attention in the mid ‘80s...
National Wildlife Federation certifies new wildlife habitat in Chestertown
CHESTERTOWN – Heron Point’s Riverfront Garden has been designated a Certified Wildlife Habitat® by the National Wildlife Federation, America’s largest wildlife conservation and education organization. This is in addition to the to the Certified Wildlife Habitat® designation the whole Heron Point campus received in 2022. Heron Point’s Riverfront Garden is a half-acre-plus natural area along the community’s Chester River frontage. Since 2021, a group of residents has been working to build an environmentally sustainable native garden that supports birds, butterflies, bees, frogs and other wildlife. ...
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