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Chestertown Christian Academy graduates demonstrate 'faith, growth, perseverance'
CHESTERTOWN — The Chestertown Christian Academy held their commencement ceremony for the class of 2024, on Friday evening, May 24. The church pews were full to celebrate their nine graduates, the young men in blue, and the young women in white gowns. A slide show played showing the graduates from when they were their littlest to now as they prepare for their newest adventure. “Slow Down,” from Christian artist Nichole...
Art colors life
On First Friday, June 7, and through the month of June, The Artists’ Gallery will feature new and exciting work by Mary Ellen Mabe. Mabe has spent a good part of her life in the art world, learning how to draw at an early age. Growing up in New York near the Finger Lakes, Mabe began painting in oil with classes taught by local artists. She continued her art studies after relocating to Chicago, where she began taking regular classes with The Studio in the Woods, owned by Bonnie Anderson. She continued her art studies after relocating to Connecticut, Texas,...
School Board honors 2024 seniors, continues search for superintendent
ROCK HALL — Friday morning, parents, relatives and friends funneled into the Kent County High School Trojan Stadium to congratulate 142 graduating seniors. Members of the school board were present but acted mainly as spectators along with the parents in the seating area, some out on the field, the majority on the bleachers. But during the Kent County Board of Education’s regular meeting session on May 28, each member offered...
Kent's Views: Trump's Trial
On Thursday, May 27, former President Donald Trump was found guilty on all 34 felony courts in a New York criminal trial. Trump later was quoted as saying the “real verdict is going to be on November 5, by the people.” Kent County News went out to talk to the people about that in our debut column of “Kent’s Views”. Each month we will tackle topics that you’re talking about...
Athlete of the Week
Kent County Parks and Recreation Athletes of the Week are chosen from various youth teams throughout the county and are selected each week by coaching staff. Their dedication, passion and outstanding performances have left a lasting impact on their respective teams, and Kent County couldn’t be prouder. Let’s give them a round of applause and show our support for their incredible achievements!
Galena passes budget while starting first time investment
GALENA — After a public hearing for the budget where no members of the public attended, Mayor John Carroll and the Galena Town Council on Monday night passed the ordinance to their fiscal year 2025 budget. The total allocations divided between fund categories: General, $553,250; Sewer, $342,246; and Water, $173,675 — for a combined total of $1,069,171 matched their total income for a balanced budget. The town budget includes a...
Walsh named winner in WLWC raffle
Laura Walsh of Church Hill, right, is the happy winner of the Women’s League of Washington College Grand Raffle, a two night stay at Chestertown’s White Swan Tavern and a $200 gift card to Watershed Alley (an $800 dollar value); presented by WLWC Co-President Barbara Brown. Walsh’s name was drawn by Washington College First Lady and WLWC member, Lori Crane during the Scholarship Fundraiser Luncheon “Chilln’ on the Chester” May 28 at Chester River Yacht and Country Club. Proceeds from the Raffle and Fund Raiser go to the WLWC’s Schlorarship, Helen Gibson Endowment and the Miller Library. Walsh bought a raffle ticket to support Washington College, her husband’s alma mater. Women’s League of Washington College was founded 73 years ago by former College First Lady, Helen Gibson with the purpose of fostering a closer relationship between Chestertown and the College and to provide scholarships and support activities that benefit the student body. Membership is open to anyone wishing to support the college.
Chestertown's 'walkable gallery' continues to grow
CHESTERTOWN — Tucked away in pocket parks, strategically placed on street corners, or prominently displayed on the grounds of the Chestertown’s noteworthy addresses, is a collection of sculpted works that creates a unique gallery without walls or hours of operation. Residents sometimes note that they received their introduction to a certain work while out and about trying to get in those requisite 10,000 steps a day along Horsey Lane, where N. Queen Street meets Byford Court. ...
Class of 2024 displays '24-karat shine'
WORTON — There were lots of accomplishments to highlight on the field in Trojan Stadium Friday, May 31 as the 142 members of the Kent County High School Class of 2024 celebrated their graduation. Principal Kris Hemstetter led the 53rd annual commencement ceremony, this year employing a running theme of the Bruno Mars hit song “24K Magic” to highlight how bright the class of 2024 shines. “Just as 24-karat gold...
Saturday, 'In the park' sets tone for summer fun
The third annual community celebration, Saturday In The Park, inspired by the song of the same name, is here again. On Saturday at Wilmer Park in Chestertown, be entertained by all day live music performed by your favorite local musicians and lawn games for all to participate in. We kick off the day with a guided kayak tour of Radcliffe Creek from 10 a.m. to noon departing from the kayak launch at Wilmer Park (or Marina launch site). Bring your own kayak or rent one...
Police Blotter
KENT COUNTY SHERIFF May 14 DFC A. Freeman arrested Colleen Marita Coleman, age 33 of Millington, on a Queen Anne’s County Circuit bench warrant for violation of probation. Coleman was released to the Queen Anne’s County Sheriff’s Office for service of the warrant. May 15 DFC C Rhodes served a Kent County District Court Bench Warrant for violation of probation on Kaitlyn Ann Riley, age 18 of Chestertown. Riley was...
Chestertown’s 2024 National Music Festival includes something for everyone
Chestertown’s renowned National Music Festival has announced its June 2024 concert schedule. From June 2-15, the Festival will bring together 28 esteemed mentors and 100 promising apprentices, presenting over 30 events, ranging from majestic symphonies to intimate chamber music, pre-concert talks, and master classes, plus dozens of free open rehearsals. Mentors are professional musicians who teach and perform all over the country and the world; apprentices are young professional musicians on the cusp of their careers. Festival musicians come to Chestertown each season from about a dozen countries and 30 US states. ...
Memorial Day parade remembers the fallen
CHESTERTOWN — The annual Memorial Day parade in Chestertown honors military service members, specifically those who lost their lives. It’s a chance to reflect on their sacrifice. But it’s also in the aftermath of the Chestertown Tea Party, and it was a small turnout this year. However, that doesn’t rob the importance of it. ...
Chestertown IT Study Group talks Garnet tower for demonstration
CHESTERTOWN — It’s not a secret downtown Chestertown’s internet connection needs improvement. Infrastructure difficulties and other factors are at play, according to discussions at former council meetings. The Wi-Fi is so unreliable, the council spent $15,000 on professionals to boost signal for vendors during the 2023 Tea Party Festival. This year, same issue. Verizon brought in a tower and Festfi was brought in for Wi-Fi. A grant for $16,000 was...
Recreation Commission calls on public to help shape parks
CHESTERTOWN — An informal work study group session on Wednesday, May 22, shed some light on possible renovations and attractions coming to the parks in Chestertown. In particular, four of them were their focus: Carpenter, Gateway, Bailey and Wilmer Park. The Recreation Commission’s objective is to carry out the town’s first Ten Year Master Plan for the parks to connect by trails, have more green space and engage the community. ...
Athletes of the Week
Kent County Parks and Recreation Athletes of the Week are chosen from various youth teams throughout the county and are selected each week by coaching staff. Their dedication, passion and outstanding performances have left a lasting impact on their respective teams, and Kent County couldn’t be prouder. Let’s give them a round of applause and show our support for their incredible achievements!
Collective punishment called into question
Perhaps you recall the humorous definition of chutzpah. A man convicted of killing both of his parents begged the judge for mercy because he was an orphan. In its full-page color ad in the Tidewater Trader, the Republican Party of Kent County has taken a page from this playbook (and the tried-and-true Trumpian victimization scam) and whined loudly that it was “ousted” by the 2024 Tea Party committee. The “ouster” was a response to an adherent of that same Party loitering around its 2023 Tea...
Tea Party commemoration offers historic revelation about Eastern Shore's traditions
CHESTERTOWN — On Thursday, May 23, Adam Goodheart, historian and director of the Starr Center at Washington College said history has all but confirmed there was no dumping of tea in 1774. At least not in the Chester River. According to Goodheart, a fourth source recently discovered, confirmed his claim. Distinguished guests didn’t just meet...
Massoni Art’s Castelli exhibition opens in June
CHESTERTOWN — Set sail with us on a visual voyage spanning 40 (or so) years, as we celebrate the passion, dedication, and camaraderie that define the world of sail racing as captured by renowned artist Marc Castelli. Sailing enthusiasts and Castelli collectors alike will be transported to the heart of the action through this stunning exhibition. Massoni Art’s Castelli exhibition, opening in June, presents an opportunity to widen the lens on subjects that Marc has painted during his long career. Chasing the Silver is the...
Sending Shelly home
POPLAR ISLAND — Chestertown to Tilghman Island can be a long drive, especially if you’re riding the whole way in a plastic box with air holes punched in the top. But for a special diamondback terrapin, the school bus trip was a one-way ride home. For the past year, Shelly has lived in an aquarium at Kent County Middle School in Chestertown as part of a research program. ...
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