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Noise ordinance in effect in Easton
EASTON, Md. – Easton has a new ordinance in place. The noise ordinance prohibits businesses from playing amplified music of any kind outdoors between 10 P.M. and 6 A.M. That includes music coming out of doors or windows left open for an extended period of time. Town officials tell us this ordinance is in line with existing county regulations.
A Landmark Reimagined: The Revival of Easton’s Waterfowl Building
Standing in front of the Waterfowl Building this past weekend started me thinking about how interesting it is to watch history evolve, listen for echoes of the past, and wonder about future possibilities. After all, this is an Easton landmark—the big castle-looking thing with the geese sculpture. Many still refer to it as ‘The Armory’ due to its prior life as the local home of the Maryland National Guard. However, in 1997, the building was transferred to the Waterfowl Festival and became the Waterfowl Building. Built in 1927, this sturdy structure is almost 100 years old, yet very little has changed. And that’s the problem—very little has changed. While some renovations have been done over the years, it is only now that the efforts have genuinely taken off. Thanks to the Waterfowl Festival’s leadership and local community support, its longevity just might have been extended.
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...
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. ...
Berlin celebrates 25th anniversary of Runaway Bride, the movie that made the town famous
The small town of Berlin, Maryland, was once known by another name. That is, of course, when filming was underway for the classic 1999 romantic-comedy film Runaway Bride, starring Julia Roberts and Richard Gere. That's right — in 1998, the town of Berlin became the fictional town of Hale, Md., where the film's main female character resides. This...
Sparrows Point Container Terminal To Generate Over 8,000 Jobs, Add Over $1.5 Billion To Maryland’s GDP
BALTIMORE, MD – Tradepoint Atlantic (TPA) and Terminal Investment Limited (TiL) today announced the release of an economic impact study conducted by Infrata that finds that Sparrows Point Container Terminal (SPCT) will have a significant, generational impact on the State of Maryland. By 2035, SPCT is projected to add an additional $1.54 billion annually in benefits to Maryland’s state economy while creating over 8,000 direct and indirect jobs totaling more than $305 million in employee compensation. Infrata is a globally recognized infrastructure advisory firm that has provided market-driven support and research on some of the world’s most ambitious infrastructure projects.
Hyattsville Housekeeper Wins $50,000 in Maryland Lottery Scratch-Off
HYATTSVILLE, MD — A Prince George’s County housekeeper’s routine purchase at a local gas station turned into a $50,000 windfall, thanks to a winning Jumbo Cash scratch-off ticket. The lucky…
Shooting Injures Man in Milton
MILTON, DE - Authorities say a man suffered life-threatening injuries after being shot. Delaware State Police say on July 22, around 4:47 a.m., troopers responded to the 14000 block of Collins Street for a report of a shooting. Trooper say they found a 19-year-old man that had been shot in the upper torso. The victim was reportedly taken by ambulance to an area hospital with life-threatening injuries.
Laurel Student Resource Officer Featured on National School Safety Magazine
LAUREL, DE - A nationwide magazine for school resource officers, educators, and administrators has chosen a Laurel police officer as the face of the publication for the summer. On the cover of The Journal of School Safety Summer 2024 edition, Delmarva readers may recognize the familiar face of Laurel School...
NJ man admits to decapitating seagull after it attempted to take fries from daughter: Affidavit
A South Jersey man is facing charges after authorities say he decapitated a seagull.Officers responded on July 6 to a report of animal cruelty at Morey's Piers located at 2501 Boardwalk Avenue.According to court documents obtained by Action News, Franklin Zeigler, 29, of Cape May, admitted to killing the seagull after it attempted to take french fries from his daughter.He then reportedly asked Morey's Piers staff for a trash bag while holding the dead seagull.Zeigler allegedly became irate and uncooperative with officers on an unrelated investigation, which led to his arrest on charges of disorderly conduct and resisting arrest.On July 18, he was charged with third-degree animal cruelty after officers obtained witness statements and photos, investigators said.He was released on a summons pending a future court date.If you have any information related to this case or any other criminal activities, please contact the North Wildwood Police Department Detective Division at (609) 522-2411.
Delaware State Fair July 22nd Guide
WILMINGTON, Del. — The Delaware State Fair on July 22nd continues the fun with events for everyone! Head to Harrington for food, concerts, and the circus! DETV brings you a guide organized by type of activity listed as: 00:00 AM/PM Event Title (location). For the daily schedule based on times, check out this itinerary.
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...
Delaware says no cellphones in class? Smyrna, Brandywine join in bans: Education roundup
More students might have to unplug this school year. That is, be disconnected from their personal smartphones during instructional portions of the day. From a statewide pilot program in the works, to individual districts and schools making the call — more Delaware educators are questioning stricter control of cellphones during the school day. Smyrna schools and Brandywine High School are just some of the latest announcements.
Bell reflects on first year as Milford AD
By Kevin Eickman If it were easy to do, everyone would do it. The life of an Athletic Director isn’t easy, that is the lesson Jed Bell learned in his first year on the job. While he didn’t go into the position without his eyes wide open, like any new job it takes some getting used to. Being an Athletic ... Read More
North Carolina will receive over $50 million from EPA to address climate change and support conservation
The grant is intended to reduce greenhouse gas admissions across North Carolina, South Carolina, Maryland, and Virginia, and preserve and restore thousands of acres of coastal wetlands and forests.
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