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Hoyer doesn’t let a stroke keep him from joining his fellow Maryland Democrats in Chicago
CHICAGO – Just nine days after suffering a minor stroke, Rep. Steny Hoyer, D-Maryland, addressed the Maryland delegation’s breakfast at the Democratic National Convention on Tuesday. The longtime Maryland politician and former House majority leader approached the stage in the Sheraton Grand Chicago Riverwalk Hotel in front of...
Thursday is Move-In Day at Salisbury University – Expect Traffic Detours on Camden Avenue
Salisbury University Police are issuing a traffic advisory on Camden Avenue between College Avenue and Pine Bluff road from 6am to 1pm on Thursday. Approximately 900 new students and their parents will arrive on campus for Move-In Day at S-U. This is about half of this year’s near-record class of some 1,470 first-year students. Non-university traffic will be detoured around the area. Traffic should return to normal after 2pm.
Mid-Shore Arts: A Spy Check-in with the Avalon’s Al Bond and Jessica Davies
There were two things on Al Bond’s mind for the latest Spy check-in with the president of Avalon Foundation. The first was the introduction of Jessica Davies, who recently joined the foundation as its first director of development after 24 years in a similar role for the University of Maryland. The hiring of Jennifer was how seriously Al and his board have taken the need to develop long-term philanthropic funding for the arts organization and its landmark downtown theater in Easton. Al and Jennifer talk to Spy about the need and the opportunity to reach out to more of Avalon’s devoted fans for critical support for its ever-expanding portfolio of programs and events.
Ocean City Police requests public’s help in search for handgun
OCEAN CITY, Md. – Police are asking for the public’s help in finding a discarded handgun. According to police, an officer approached a car stopped near 100th Street on Coastal Highway around 4:30 a.m. Thursday, observing a gun in the driver’s lap. The driver then reportedly sped off, leading the officer on a brief chase. The driver was eventually arrested, but the handgun was not found.
Talk of Delmarva Fishing Report 08/22/24
Wednesday felt more like September than August at the beach. In spite of the great weather, fishing was slow at best. Lewes Harbour Marina reported the only boat that sailed from their docks was the Angler and they only brought in 24 croakers. If you remember just a week or so ago, they were bringing in over 100 croakers.
Maryland Sees Clear Skies and Mild Temperatures; Highs Reach 80°F
Baltimore, MD – The Baltimore-Washington area is set to experience sunny skies and mild temperatures today as high pressure settles over the region. Temperatures will reach 79°F in Baltimore and approach 80°F in Washington, D.C., creating ideal conditions for outdoor activities. According to the U.S. National Weather...
'Dream Big': Md. State Fair returns Aug. 22
Those who plan to attend the upcoming Maryland State Fair have a lot to look forward to. The highly anticipated annual event, now in its 143rd year, is expected to draw thousands from throughout the Mid-Atlantic region. “We are pleased to host the Maryland State Fair this summer with thousands of talented individuals and fun-loving fairgoers participating from Maryland’s great cities, towns, farms, mountains and shores,” Maryland State Fair General Manager Andy Cashman said. ...
Annual Back to School Resource Fair: Preparing students for success
EASTON — On Tuesday evening, over a thousand people gathered at Idlewild Park for the annual Back to School Resource Fair hosted by For All Seasons. For All Seasons partnered with the Talbot County Department of Social Services to provide families with hundreds of backpacks pre-stuffed with supplies for students. This event not only contributes to the care of students of all ages, but it creates community for residents throughout Easton. ...
Community turns out for boy in hospice's 10th birthday
CAMBRIDGE — On Aug. 19, Jeremiah Shaw had a 10th birthday bash for the ages. The town of Cambridge turned out in droves to make sure this boy felt appreciated with a parade down Foxtail Drive. There were bikers, school buses, fire trucks and tractor trailers. The whole point was to ride by and put a smile on Shaw’s face. ...
OC Air Show: Street closures, parking information and more for Ocean City's big event
The 17th annual Ocean City Air Show is soaring into town this month. The OC Air Show, a signature event on the Air Dot Show Tour, is slated to host a special international edition from Aug. 24-25, featuring Frecce Tricolori, the renowned Italian Air Force aerobatic team from Rivolto Air Base in Italy. ...
Town Council approves 33-unit housing project at former Safeway site
EASTON — A proposal for a 33-unit housing development at the site of the former Safeway in downtown Easton was unanimously approved by the Easton Town Council on Monday evening. The proposal came from Lane Engineering on behalf of NAI Saturn Eastern and Safeway, along with Miller Development Corporation, the potential developers of the project. It includes 24 partially-connected townhomes and nine standalone units. The property, which has been vacant since 2017, sits at 139 N. Washington St. ...
Family holding out hope for turf field project at Easton High
EASTON — The prospects of an artificial turf field at Easton High School are uncertain as the school year approaches. Jen Hawley’s 18-year-old daughter, Elgin, has been a champion of the turf field. Elgin asked for it to be added to the school district’s budget request last year as part of her wish with the Make-A-Wish Foundation. Jen Hawley hoped to see the project take shape before Elgin left for...
GMB establishes Foxwell engineering scholarship endowment
The architectural and engineering firm of George, Miles & Buhr LLC recently announced the establishment of the W. Brice Foxwell Engineering Scholarship Endowment. . An instrumental force at GMB for more than 35 years, W. Brice Foxwell began as a college intern and progressed to senior vice president and west region director of operations. When Foxwell passed away Aug. 5, 2022, GMB lost a pillar of its firm.
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