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Theatre Review: ‘Jersey Boys’ at Toby’s Dinner Theatre
“Jersey Boys” is the mega-hit musical that tells the story of one of the most successful rock groups of the 60s, Frankie Valli and the Four Season. They went head to head with the Beatles with hit after hit— “Sherry,” “Big Girls Don’t Cry,” “Can’t Take My Eyes Off You,” “Walk Like A Man,” to name just a few. Their songs are as ubiquitous as ever—two commercials can currently be seen featuring Four Seasons songs. Valli is still—as prophetically cited in this 2005 musical—on the road performing at 90.
Ribbon cutting celebrates the reconstruction of historic building in Easton
EASTON — Abandoned historic buildings across Maryland are getting a second chance through Olde School Builders, a home reconstruction and improvement business reforming historic structures across Maryland and Pennsylvania. A ribbon cutting for a newly turned apartment building was held on July 11. The former abandoned doctor’s office in Easton has been renovated into two apartment units with modern appliances. Craig Postlewait, president of Olde School Builders, said he is...
Town passes ordinance cracking down on illicit discharges
EASTON — An ordinance that will crack down on the dumping and spillage of certain discharges in Easton is set to take effect in early August. The Easton Town Council unanimously passed an illicit discharge ordinance on Monday following discussions of the item at three public meetings. Town Engineer Rick Van Emburgh worked to put the ordinance together, emphasizing that the only discharge that should end up in the street is rainwater. ...
Daily News Brief | July 22, 2024
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Nutty group travels to Annapolis for Peanut Pals meeting
Mr. Peanut greets visitors at the annual gathering of the Peanut Pals Club. The even loosely commemorates the character's "birthday." The beaming yellow face of Mr. Peanut greets visitors outside of the otherwise prim and stately historic Governor Calvert House. “He’s cool, he’s dapper, he’s, need I say, sexy?” said...
Competitors gorge on ice cream in South Mountain Creamery eating contest
Competitors at an ice cream eating contest at South Mountain Creamery in Middletown on Saturday had to eat 10 scoops, plus a lot more. The five scoops of vanilla and five scoops of birthday cake ice cream were topped with crumbled brownie, Froot Loops cereal, chocolate chips, gummy animals, sprinkles, whipped cream, and caramel and chocolate sauces. Each portion weighed an estimate five to six ...
Downtown church's annual block party offers fun, information
Tents and tables lined West All Saints Street in Frederick on Saturday, part of the annual Community Block Party hosted by the city’s Asbury United Methodist Church. The church has hosted the block party since 2012, and the event has grown by “leaps and bounds,” said Nina Rollins, one of the organizers. Rollins said this year’s event featured 128 organizations providing a variety of services. ...
Premier League coming to Annapolis for Stateside Cup
(WBFF) — The Premier League comes to Annapolis on Wednesday, July 31 when Crystal Palace takes on Wolves at Navy Marine-Corps Memorial Stadium. It also marks the first game in the states for Crystal Palace Manager Oliver Glasner with his new team, and he's looking forward to it all.
Hagerstown-area man uses 'Vegas Vacation' pseudonym to share story about huge lottery win
A Hagerstown-area man, using the name of a character who strikes it lucky in "Vegas Vacation," and a construction co-worker won $1 million recently from a Maryland Lottery scratch-off game, according to the agency. The Maryland Lottery allows winners to remain anonymous. The Hagerstown-area man chose to use the pseudonym...
The Challenges & Advancements in Primary Care Medicine
On the latest episode of Housecall with Dr. David Doman, local internist Dr. Mahmoud Doski discusses the challenges in primary care medicine. Dr. Doski says he sees issues arise due to mistrust in the system, and often, lack of health insurance coverage for recommended prescriptions. He treats his patients like family, and strives to work together as a team to address these challenges.
Police: Man Found Hiding In Woods After Fleeing In Stole Car In Middletown
On July 20, 2024, at approximately 12:15 a.m., Middletown Police attempted to stop an Audi A5 for a registration violation in the area of West Main Street and North Cass Street. The vehicle failed to stop, initiating a pursuit that ended shortly after when the car was found unoccupied on the 300 block of Northampton Way.
Adkins Arboretum Mystery Monday: Guess the Pic!
The answer to last week’s mystery is buttonbush, Cephalanthus occidentalis, pictured below”. Buttonbush boats unique pincushion-like balls of white, fragrant flowers that appear in mid-to-late Summer. They draw the attention of pollinators and people alike. The small flowers form distinctive, dense, spherical clusters with a fringe of pistils protruding...
Radcliffe Creek School initiates search for Head of School
Radcliffe Creek School (RCS), the only K-8 institution dedicated to educating bright children with learning differences on Maryland’s Eastern Shore, recently announced the commencement of a search for a new Head of School. This position, to begin July 1, 2025, will be pivotal in furthering the School’s mission to empower children in a dynamic environment that celebrates unique learning. Since Radcliffe Creek’s founding in 1996, the School has long been recognized for its commitment to nurturing the unique strengths and addressing the individual needs of...
Sparkle Blue Repeat Winner of $100,000 Big Dreyfus
LAUREL, MD – Augustin Stable and Catherine Parke’s Sparkle Blue, exiting four consecutive graded-stakes, put her class on display by powering through the stretch and turning back stubborn longshot Cut From Class to win Sunday’s $100,000 Big Dreyfus at Laurel Park for the second consecutive year. The...
Greene’s Family Butcher Shop to close following death of owner
KINGSVILLE, MD—A Kingsville butcher will close its doors following the death of its owner. John Greene, founder of Greene’s Family Butcher Shop, passed away unexpectedly in June. The store will now be closing its doors, according to the following post on its official Facebook page:. “It is with...
Car tow fees resume in Baltimore
Starting Monday, people will have to pay more if their car is towed in Baltimore City. The city waived the fees during the pandemic. People will now be charged the $50 initial storage fee, the $40 administration fee, the $15 daily storage fee and higher fees for vehicles with more than six wheels.
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