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Hearn Building project moves toward construction with pivot
CAMBRIDGE — Green Street Housing is adapting its design plans for the Hearn Building project on Race Street following concerns from Cambridge Planning and Zoning commissioners over ground-floor residential units. After a June 4 Planning and Zoning Commission meeting where Green Street — an affordable housing developer — presented its concept site plan for review, Cambridge City Attorney Patrick Thomas determined that placing apartment units on the ground floor of the the Hearn Building does not comply with the city’s Unified Development Code. ...
Seaford PD Junior Academy Cadets graduate
SEAFORD, Del. – The 2024 Seaford Police Department Junior Academy Cadets recently graduated. They graduated from a week-long academy, where they had a chance to experience law enforcement and learn new life saving skills. We want to hear your good news, just email newsroom@wmdt.com.
Berlin Emergency Dispatcher Supervisor retires after 35 years
BERLIN, Md. – Emergency Dispatcher Supervisor Brenda Kelly is retiring. Kelly started her first day as a Police Communications Operator on June 27, 1990, and ended her career as Supervisor this week. She is known for her commitment, hard work, and exceptional leadership. We want to hear your good...
This Week in Ocean City, Maryland 6/28-7/2/24
Here’s what’s happening in Ocean City, Maryland this week! Let’s go! Witness history come alive as The Nao Trinidad visits Ocean City and stays here until September 1st. Join us at The Freeman Arts Pavilion for an incredible performance by Super Trans Am with some great 70s music. See Jessie’s Girl on Saturday, June 29 with an electrifying 80s tribute show. Every Sunday explore the Berlin farmers market and indulge in local flavors from farmers, bakers, and more. Ocean City’s pride parade will be held Sunday, June 30 along Ocean City’s Boardwalk/ Back at the Freeman Arts Pavilion experience a tribute to Billy Joel and Elton John. Top your week off with movies on the beach at The Carousel Hotel. This week’s feature- Super Mario Brothers. That’s it for this week!
Maryland department of housing issues $3.8M in bonds to Berlin
Maryland department of housing issues $3.8M in bonds to Berlin. The Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development has officially issued $3.8 million in bonds to support planned infrastructure improvements in the Town of Berlin. Funds to cover electric meter upgrades, new public works facility. The Maryland Department of Housing...
Cambridge Public Schools Welcome David Murphy as Interim Superintendent Amid Leadership Changes
Cambridge Public Schools is ushering in a new era of leadership with the recent appointment of David Murphy as interim superintendent—a development reported by The Harvard Crimson. Murphy, who has a history with both Boston and Medford Public Schools before joining CPS in January 2023, assumed the role yesterday. This change follows the School Committee's decision to sever ties with the prior superintendent, Victoria L. Greer, less than a month ago. This decision was made in response to dissent among parents, particularly regarding hiring practices at Graham & Parks Elementary School and other institutions.
NJ lifeguards start shift early to rescue 9 beachgoers at once
OCEAN CITY — Another close call over the weekend is a reminder to not go near water unless a lifeguard is present. 6 ABC in Philadelphia reported nine beachgoers had to be rescued from the ocean after falling off the 9th Street jetty Saturday morning. The outlet said the...
Legion donates funds for new flag poles in Berlin
The Berlin American Legion Post #123 recently provided the town with funding to replace three flag poles at the Main and West streets memorial sites in downtown. The Berlin American Legion Post #123 provided the town with funding to replace three flag poles at the Main and West streets memorial sites downtown.
Buchannan Subaru presents check for Share The Love Event
Buchannan Subaru in Pocomoke City held a business after hours event this past Wednesday evening. After a brief meet and greet, Robbie Mears, General Manager welcomed those in attendance and said they will be making the presentation of a check for Subaru’s Share the Love event. Each year Buchannan...
SUN: Where to watch 2024 fireworks, celebrate Fourth of July in Baltimore area
Here’s how to mark the Fourth of July across Maryland with free concerts, face painting, food vendors and, of course, fireworks. Annapolis, July 4, 6:30 p.m. The City of Annapolis’ parade kicks off at Amos Garrett and West Street at 6:30 p.m. Fireworks will begin from a barge in Annapolis Harbor around 9:15 p.m., viewable from public spaces including the northeast area of Severn River and City Dock along Naval Academy Bridge. The Spa Creek Bridge will be closed to traffic from Eastport into Annapolis from 6 p.m. until 10 p.m.
New Ordinance in Easton Limits Outdoor Music to Address Noise Complaints
EASTON, MD. - In response to ongoing noise complaints, the Easton Town Council has approved a new ordinance that will prohibit outdoor music after 10 p.m. The law, which was passed Monday night, aims to address concerns from residents about noise levels from local establishments. The ordinance primarily impacts venues...
Perryville, Rising Sun mourn losses of well known officials
PERRYVILLE — Officials and residents of two Cecil County towns are in mourning after the loss of two well-known former elected officials. James “Jim” Eberhardt, Mayor of Perryville from 2004 to 2018, died Tuesday morning. He was 80. Clint Bowers, former Rising Sun Commissioner who served several terms between 2004 and 2012, has also passed. He was 89. The Cecil Whig is working on getting stories from people in each community who knew these men well. A common theme thus far is that both loved their respective towns and would do anything for that town’s benefit.
Businesses Damaged By Two-Alarm Blaze Sparked In Commercial Building: Maryland Fire Marshal
First responders from several agencies in Harford and Cecil counties were called at around noon on Tuesday, June 2 to Blue Ball Road in Elkton, when the owner of one of the businesses reported a garage fire that sent smoke billowing through the air that could be seen for miles.
Ready to Roll: Chester River Health Foundation Funds Dedicated Ambulance for Transport of Patients Across the Eastern Shore
With the beautiful rural counties that make up Maryland’s Eastern Shore comes an inherent challenge – how to transport patients needing medical care in a timely fashion. Often, trips between University of Maryland Shore Regional Health (UM SRH) facilities can take several hours. Faced with this challenge, the University of Maryland Chester River Health Foundation (UM CRHF) worked on a solution with UM SRH’s parent organization, the University of Maryland Medical System.
Cambridge directs legal counsel on CWDI agreements
CAMBRIDGE — Following a closed meeting Thursday, the Cambridge City Council voted to direct the city’s special legal counsel to complete a property transfer agreement for land on Cambridge Harbor and to finalize the drafting of a non-disclosure agreement with Cambridge Waterfront Development Inc., the group spearheading the Cambridge Harbor project. The council entered into closed session to receive legal advice regarding pending litigation and to discuss a personnel matter. ...
Cambridge Y pool closed after bats discovered
Late last week, staff at the YMCA in Cambridge noticed some unwanted guests at the Y’s swimming pool —three or four little brown bats. Robbie Gill, CEO of the YMCA of the Chesapeake, said the staff soon discovered the little guys were not so easy to get rid of. The little brown bats are endangered and must be removed “in a very special way.” The plan was to remove the...
Horn Point scientists join Cambridge in flood mitigation project
HORN POINT — A research team at the University of Maryland Center for Environmental Science’s (UMCES) Horn Point Laboratory will partner with the City of Cambridge to build and monitor a
Agent 86 Reconnaissance Footage: Tilghman Island
As part of our ongoing series in the Spy, Agent 86 has been collecting reconnaissance footage of great Mid-Shore communities, and he has just submitted his sixth report. In this case, 86 has filed a report on Tilghman Island.
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