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August 26 Heat Returns With Some Inland Thundershowers
The heat is trying to build back into the 90s starting today. This may not be the best timing as schools begin in parts of Central Maryland, including Baltimore (County/City) and Anne Arundel County. A couple of thundershowers will develop in the afternoon, mainly inland. Then, we really build up the steamy weather into the middle of the week.
Maryland Perspectives: The Greater Baltimore Chamber of Commerce
The Greater Baltimore Chamber of Commerce can be key to local businesses when it comes to accessing valuable resources, finding discounts, plus helps build relationships that could save money or market their products. They also have fun community events that bring communities together including an upcoming Doggie Dash 5k in September 22nd. Chairman John Kneisly joins me to talk about what the chamber has to offer, the upcoming 5K and how you can get involved.
What you should know about school cellphone bans in Delaware as schools start
More young scholars can expect to sheathe their screens this school year. In other words, use of personal smartphones for many students will now be impermissible during instructional portions of their day. And really, that should sound familiar. Most districts and schools throughout the state already have similar mentions within student handbooks and...
Back to school, new lottery game, dog adoptions
Happy Monday! Today is the first day of school for a half dozen districts across The First State. Several others will begin throughout the week, and the remaining ones head back Sept. 4. Expect more traffic on the roads. Click here to learn about the do's and don'ts of driving near school buses according to state law. As you get on the roads, be safe. Our poll on the most annoying driving habits is closing out soon....
Delaware nonprofit launches $10,000 in 'mini grants' for school boards: Education roundup
Class is now in session. Well, school starts both this week and next for most systems across Delaware. And education in the state has already been making headlines regardless, from back-to-school dates and supply events, to public school board dysfunction and new bans around student cellphones. ...
Judge shoots down Cabela’s bid to stymie Delaware probe into thousands of rounds of ammo shoplifted from Christiana Mall store
From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? Let us know!. Delaware has been locked for 18 months in what Attorney General Kathy Jennings calls a “ridiculous” legal tussle with the Cabela’s outdoor gear company. The...
Capt. Arbin in his 52nd Season Still Going Strong!
Delmarva’s best-known and longest-serving beach patrol captain is Ocean City’s Capt. Butch Arbin who joined the patrol in 1973 and became its captain in 1997. He is the only city employee on a contract with the mayor and city council and they could dismiss him at any time. “I hope they don’t do that. I feel I still have a lot to do here to continue moving the patrol ahead,” he says adding that he has no plans that would cause him to leave.
Towson two-alarm fire leaves man dead, three children injured
BALTIMORE - An early morning fire in Towson left a man dead and four other people injured, including three children, on Monday.Crews responded to the 8400 block of Greenway Road just after midnight for an apartment fire. When they arrived, there were people trapped inside a burning second-floor apartment, according to the fire department.Crews worked to rescue the individuals and put out the flames. A total of five people were taken to the hospital, including three children and two adults. A 5-year-old, 4-year-old and an infant had minor burns. One of the adults, a man, later died at the hospital.The fire department said the fire was placed under control just before 1 a.m. According to Bureau Chief Travis Francis, the Red Cross is assisting the family with housing and other necessities.At this time, investigators have not determined the cause of the fire.
ANNIE Tour to Play The Hippodrome in January
Leapin' Lizards! The France-Merrick Performing Arts Center has announced that an all-new tour of the iconic Tony Award-winning musical ANNIE will play Baltimore's historic Hippodrome Theatre from January 7-12, 2025. Tickets for the engagement are on sale now. This all-new tour is produced by Crossroads Live North America. Tickets can...
Cambridge flood mitigation phase one plan kicks off with community meeting
Cambridge residents concerned about stemming the increasing tide of flooding packed Dorchester County Public Library meeting room Wednesday, August 21. Hosted by Make Cambridge Resilient Project Manager Larry Smith, the community meeting to kick-off the Flood Mitigation Phase I Design featured Coastal Engineer Anna Johnson and Senior Project Manager Megan Barniea of Bayland Consultants and Designers, the City's chosen contractor.
Plans move forward for Deep Branch Park
Almost one year ago, Milford City Council gave Parks and Recreation Director Brad Dennehy, the authorization to move forward with converting 19 acres of land, known then as the Sharp property, into a city park and trail system. On September 12, from 5 to 7 PM, residents will get a chance to provide input on the possible design of the ... Read More
StudioYou opens under new ownership
Initially opened in Penny Square by Marissa King, StudioYou recently underwent an ownership change and several new services will now be offered in the studio. Annie Tenpas, owner of the studio, recently held a ribbon cutting to introduce her staff to Milford. “We have added fitness to the lineup of services offered by StudioYou through Elevate Sports Performance and Personal ... Read More
Dollars for dairy: State support jump-starts organic dairy's planned upgrade
An organic dairy company in the Newark area will get state support through a pilot program that seeks to help Delaware businesses evolve and stay competitive in their industries. The Modernization Investment Support Initiative was created last year, proposed by the Delaware Prosperity Partnership and Delaware Division of Small Business.
Risk-management law firm to investigate overheating death of DPW worker
Baltimore City hired a risk-management law firm to investigate the overheating death of a Department of Public Works sanitation worker. Ronald Silver II, 36, died on Aug. 2 due to hyperthermia, according to an autopsy. A Code Red heat advisory was issued in Baltimore that day as temperatures reached near 100 degrees.
A marginal risk for parts of Maryland
BALTIMORE — For the first time in a while, we have the potential to see some rain, maybe even some storms here in Maryland. Let's get to it. On Monday, August 26, the Storm Prediction Center placed us south and west of the Baltimore metro under a level 1/5 risk for strong to severe storms. The main threat is damaging winds IF we see anything. Stay safe and have a great day!
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