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Westover cat tests positive for rabies
WESTOVER, Md. – The Somerset County Health Department says a cat in Princess Anne has tested positive for rabies. The cat was seen displaying possible signs of rabies, so that’s why they collected her for testing. Officials say once infected, rabies is a virus that has a 100%...
Ocean City to conduct hearing on request to close Bayview Lane downtown
The Ocean City Mayor and Council will hold a public hearing on the closure of Bayview Lane after hearing a request from Delmarva Power and Da Lazy Lizard this week. While an initial motion was made to deny the proposal in its entirety, the Mayor and Council on Tuesday ultimately agreed to schedule a public hearing on the closure and abandonment of Bayview Lane between 1st and 2nd streets. City Manager Terry McGean said staff had made the determination that the portion of Bayview Lane was not needed for public use.
County offices closed Labor Day, no council meetings until Sept. 17
GEORGETOWN -- In addition to the Sussex County offices being closed for Labor Day on Sept. 2, the county council has also not scheduled meetings on its regular Tuesdays on Sept. 3 and Sept. 10, ...
UMES Perseveres Passed Mercyhurst in Five Sets, Erase a 2-0 Deficit
Despite trailing by two sets going into the third set, UMES put forth a full team effort to defeat Mercyhurst on the road, 3-2. (11-25, 23-25, 25-16, 25-21, 15-13) On account of this being Mercyhurst's first match as a NCAA Division I volleyball program, the Hawks faced a hostile environment at Owen McCormick Court at the Mercyhurst Athletic Center. Fueled by the home crowd, Mercyhurst controlled the opening set, 25-11, amassing twelve kills and three service aces in the opening set.
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.
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.”
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. ...
'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. ...
Turkey Point Vineyard is closing down
NORTH EAST — The owners of Turkey Point Vineyard have started the process of shutting down its family owned and operated grape growing and wine making business. Doris Behnke, who with her husband Eric and children, have owned Turkey Point Vineyard since 2008, "The world has changed, people have changed and the industry has changed," Behnke said. "Due to the input costs, labor costs, an unpredictable industry, and the fact...
Chesapeake City Lions Club car show had something for everyone
CHESAPEAKE CITY — With a grand total of 650 vehicles showing out, the Chesapeake City Lions Club’s 13th annual car show fundraiser on Saturday August 24 was its biggest yet. Chesapeake City was overflowing with colorful, uniquely crafted vintage cars, with modern sports cars and hipster vans sprinkled in between. Lively music, handcrafted beverages, funnel cakes, and occasional exhaust filled the air as the best of the best lined up around Pell Gardens to receive their award. ...
MidShore Meals Til Monday finds new home
As the new school year begins, MidShore Meals Til Monday (MTM) has found a new central location to help pack and distribute essential food bags for Dorchester County youngsters. Recently informed of the need for a new headquarters for its growing operation, the group began searching for a suitable building to store food donations and where its 150 plus volunteers could help pack food parcels to distribute to County school students over weekends and when schools were closed.
Boys & Girls Club wraps up successful summer program
The Boys & Girls Club of the Eastern Shore is wrapping up a very successful summer program that saw approximately 75 youth ages 5-16 enjoy a host of activities that involved learning, arts and crafts and sports. Fun was also a common denominator in all those pursuits. The club is housed at Mary N. Smith Cultural Enrichment Center in Accomac with youth arriving as early as 7:30 a.m. and leaving at 5:30 p.m.
Cool things happening on the Shore this weekend
The Crisfield National Hard Crab Derby is a favorite annual Labor Day weekend event on the Maryland Eastern Shore, a unique crab themed event that includes crab races, crab cooking and picking contests, crafts, live entertainment, beauty pageants, parade, fireworks and more. Known by many as “The Crab Capital of the World”, Crisfield is home to many seafood restaurants and the Somers Cove Marina, one of the largest marinas on the East Coast.
America’s pastime celebrated with Base Ball at the Beach
The Villages of Five Points was thrown back into the past Aug. 24, as the Lewes Base Ball Club hosted the fourth annual Base Ball at the Beach Festival. The Lewes club took on Rising Sun Base Ball Club and Elkton Eclipse Base Ball Club in a three-team format. All...
Heartbeat of Delmarva: Shayne Brittingham
As a Rehoboth Beach native, basketball and track coach, Shayne Brittingham is aware of the need in Rehoboth. He organizes cookouts free to the public, backpack giveaways for kids in need and cooks meals for the homeless. Heartbeat of Delmarva is sponsored by How Sweet It Is.
‘Acting lawlessly’: Christina school board cuts ties with lawyer as superintendent prepares to sue individual members
From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? Let us know!. This story was supported by a statehouse coverage grant from the Corporation for Public Broadcasting. Christina School District and its long-time attorney, James McMackin, appear to have recently...
UD Oyster Hatchery in Lewes Begins Distributing Baby Oysters to Local Farmers
LEWES, Del. — After more than two years of development, the University of Delaware has begun distributing baby oysters from its new hatchery in Lewes. This state-of-the-art program is set to revolutionize the oyster-growing industry in Delaware, with more than half a million baby oysters, known as spat, being cultivated as part of the initiative.
Millsboro Man Charged with Burglary and Theft from Vehicles in Oak Orchard
A Millsboro man has been arrested for burglary and theft from vehicles in the Oak Orchard area. Delaware State Police were called last Saturday just after 5pm for a burglary on Cherokee Avenue. Police learned that an unknown suspect forced entry into a house – however nothing was taken. Police learned that on August 23 and 24 an unknown suspect removed and attempted to remove property from unsecured vehicles on Cherokee and Wynikako Avenue. Through investigation police were able to identify the suspect as 30 year old Wayne Warwick of Millsboro. Warwick was arrested Thursday and charged with the following offenses:
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