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Solar energy discussed at MACo Summer Conference
OCEAN CITY — Solar energy was one topic of discussion that captured the attention of multiple Mid-Shore counties at the Maryland Association of Counties Summer Conference. Caroline County Commission President Travis Breeding said solar energy came up a lot at the four-day conference, which went from Aug. 14 to Aug. 17 in Ocean City. Breeding said there are elected officials from different Maryland counties who feel that solar lobbyists are pushing the state to take away local authority when it comes to where solar energy...
Free book giveaway and events at Kent County Public Library
Kent County Public Library invites you to take part in One Maryland One Book, a program of Maryland Humanities designed to bring together diverse people in communities across the state through the shared experience of reading the same book. The 2024 One Maryland One Book selection, “What Storm, What Thunder” by Myriam J.A. Chancy, follows 10 characters as they experience the aftermath of the devastating 2011 earthquake that shook the capital of Haiti, Port-au-Prince. From the synopsis: “Brilliantly crafted, fiercely imagined, and deeply haunting, What...
Betterton dedicates late restaurant owner with bench in his honor
BETTERTON — While Betterton Day was in full swing, Saturday, Aug. 3, up the hill a bench was dedicated to the late Francis Marzella, restaurant owner for over 52 years. His wife, Maureen and their son, Michael, christened the bench, situated near the Betterton Volunteer fire house, and across from their restaurant, Marzella’s By the Bay. Almost 50 people came out to pay their honors to Francis. Leading the dedication...
Denton Artsway banners celebrate joy
DENTON — Colorful and community-driven art banners are back for the second year in the Denton Artsway on Market Street. They are 60 inches tall and 24 inches wide, and they went up Aug. 13 for 12 weeks. The theme of this year’s 12 banners is Moments of Joy. “Moments of Joy emphasizes community connection. It celebrates local culture. It highlights natural beauty and inspires positivity and resilience,” said Megan...
Child, 5, caused $25K shed fire in Elkton neighborhood
ELKTON — A blaze that destroyed a shed in an Elkton neighborhood and damaged neighboring buildings was started by a child playing with fire, according to the Maryland Office of the State Fire Marshal. The shed owner called 911 at 4:18 p.m. on Friday after discovering the burning outbuilding on a residential property in the 200 block of Hollingsworth Manor, prompting area volunteer fire companies to respond, fire officials said. Singerly Volunteer Fire Company of Elkton served as the on-scene command unit, fire officials added. ...
Elkton man who hit officer's patrol car with SUV placed in drug court
ELKTON — A judge has ordered a man to successfully complete adult drug court after the defendant accepted a plea deal relating to a criminal case in which he intentionally drove his SUV into a patrol car in North East — pinning an officer between the ajar driver’s side door and the driver’s seat — and then triggered a police chase that ended in a single-vehicle crash, according to Cecil County Circuit Court records. Cecil County Circuit Court Judge Cameron A. Brown deferred sentencing Thursday...
Police release name of victim in fatal crash near Elkton
ELKTON — Maryland State Police officials have released the name of the man who was killed in a head-on collision near Elkton on Thursday, identifying him as Merle Black, 64, of Newark, Del. MSP officials released the victim’s name to the Cecil Whig on Saturday, along with the name of 24-year-old David Gascoine, who reportedly was seriously injured in the collision that occurred at approximately 2:30 p.m. Thursday on Route 279, a short distance north of YMCA Boulevard and short distance south of the Blue...
'Money' Again Names SU Among 'Best Colleges in America'
SALISBURY, MD---Money magazine again has named Salisbury University among “The Best Colleges in America.”. SU received a four-star rating on a five-star scale on Money’s 2024 list of campuses highlighted for excellence. For its rankings, Money begins with all four-year public and private institutions – more than 2,400 schools. It examines educational quality, affordability and student outcomes.
One of Delaware's favorite bands, Amish Outlaws to play The Queen
The Amish Outlaws have been making themselves at home in Delaware lately. And they aren't done yet, folks. The Queen in Wilmington announced Tuesday that the band will perform...
Maryland public school with 100% student poverty named national 'Model School'
Hagerstown, Md. (WBFF) — A Maryland public school where 100 percent of the students live in poverty is now receiving national recognition. Project Baltimore, for years, has been documenting the success of Salem Avenue Elementary. Can other Maryland schools do the same?. Principal Thomas Garner, this week, started his...
Early voting begins next week in Delaware's primary election
Early voting in the Delaware primary election begins next week. This is the second election Delaware has offered early voting, which is common in many other states. While residents who can't make it to the polls on Election Day can request an absentee ballot, early voting allows them to cast a ballot using regular voting machines. In New Castle County, early voting is available at six locations, including the Hudson...
Mayor Rick Meehan speaks out following deadly tram incident in Ocean City
OCEAN CITY, Md. – Mayor Rick Meehan is speaking out, following the deadly incident where a toddler was struck by a tram on the Ocean City boardwalk. Details are limited as the investigation is ongoing, but Mayor Meehan said this is this is something that he never imagined would happen in his community, so they’re pulling together all the support they can for the family.
Maryland Weather: Cool night ahead, warming trend this weekend
BALTIMORE -- Nearly perfect weather through the weekend with sunshine and a warming trend. Showers return early next week.The weather pattern we are enjoying is nearly perfect across the state of Maryland. Afternoon highs on this Wednesday were mostly in the middle 70s. Factor in a refreshing breeze out of the north, and the weather feels fabulous. We will continue with the nice weather into this evening. Overnight lows tonight will dip down into the 50s with a moonlit sky. Lows will dip down into the lower 50s outside of the Baltimore Beltway to the middle to upper 50s in downtown.Thursday...
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