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Microsoft Outage Forces All Maryland Courts, Clerks' Offices To Close
Maryland's Office of Government Relations and Public Affairs Division announced on July 19 that all of the state's courts, offices, and facilities will be closed to the public, but will remain open for emergency situations. Clerks' offices are also closed. More information is expected to be released as the outage...
LHAAMC cited by U.S. News
Luminis Health Anne Arundel Medical has been named by U.S. News & World Report as a 2024-2025 Best Hospital. LHAAMC ranked No. 8 in Maryland and No. 6 in the Baltimore Metro Area. LHAAMC was recognized as a high performing hospital in eight specialties for common procedures, including cardiac care,...
Wilmington Man Arrested on Multiple Charges Following Traffic Stop in Dewey Beach
DEWEY BEACH, DE - A Wilmington man was arrested on multiple charges following a traffic stop in Sussex County. On Friday, July 19th, at approximately 11:30pm, Dewey Beach Police Department officers conducted a traffic stop on a blue 2020 Hyundai Sonata with a New York registration. Officers stopped the vehicle after they observed it cross over the solid "white fog line" on the right side of Coastal Highway. Dewey Police also say that the driver was improperly wearing his seat belt.
Hundreds compete in Quick Draw
EASTON — Downtown was filled with art and people Saturday for the Plein Air Easton’s quickest event. The annual Quick Draw, in which around 200 artists were given two hours to create a painting of a scene around downtown Easton, has become a fan-favorite event of Plein Air since it was first held 20 years ago. Tourists flocked with their dogs to get a look at the creative process. Neil...
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. ...
Ribbon cutting celebrates the reconstruction of historic building in Easton
EASTON — Abandoned historic buildings across Maryland are getting a second chance through Olde School Builders, a home reconstruction and improvement business reforming historic structures across Maryland and Pennsylvania. A ribbon cutting for a newly turned apartment building was held on July 11. The former abandoned doctor’s office in Easton has been renovated into two apartment units with modern appliances. Craig Postlewait, president of Olde School Builders, said he is...
Historic inn hosts experiential dining event
CHESTERTOWN — Historic Brampton 1860 will host the next in a series of ‘Dining Under the Stars’ upscale dining events using the exquisite grounds and confines of the inn as an experiential and unique backdrop. The ‘By Land & Sea’ -themed dinner will be hosted by the Inn’s proprietors, Hilari and David Rinehart, who have partnered with several local businesses to provide noteworthy cuisine, wine pairings, and entertainment. Guests can make reservations now for the Tuesday, July 30 event beginning at 6 p.m. ...
New Day on Eastern Bay
* A Recently Sold Home * Primary Structure Built: 1981 Sold For: $2,895,000 Original List Price: $2,895,000 Bedrooms: 4 Baths: 3 Full, 3 Half Living Space: 4,500 Sq. Ft. The Eastern Bay is the playground for this gorgeous home’s new owners who will enjoy a wealth of great waterfront views and a lifestyle designed to inspire.
Sewage Spills into Bay Street Ponds in Easton
EASTON, MD. - People are being asked to take caution near several waterways in Easton after a sewage spill. The Easton Utilities Commission says about 6,000 gallons of untreated wastewater overflowed into the ponds on Bay Street. They say the spill was contained within the ponds and a majority of the ponds' contents were pumped out.
Goshen church gets green light to replace four windows
The Milton Historic Preservation Commission unanimously approved a plan for Goshen United Methodist Church to replace four aluminum windows with new vinyl windows at its Federal Street church. The windows would be located on the western wall of the building, the side facing Wagamons Pond. Aaron Rogers, Goshen’s contractor on...
First responders rescue Delaware woman after boat flips over while family goes crabbing
A family from Delaware is thanking first responders for their quick action in saving a woman's life on Saturday.The family had reportedly been crabbing just south of Augustine Beach when their crab lines tangled with the propellers.The winds shifted, the tide began to come in, and the boat started taking on water, the family said.It was too quick for Donna Wallace, who found herself trapped after the family's boat flipped over.She says she was stuck for about 40 minutes."I was underwater, there was a pocket of air inside the cabin, so I remained calm," Wallace told Action News. "You know it's survival, you know, you have to do what you gotta do."Wallace said thankfully, she could hear her husband talking, so she knew help was coming.Rescue teams used a chainsaw to cut the boat and free Wallace, authorities say.Everyone was OK after the incident.
Maryland Zoo Announces Birth of Lesser Kudu
BALTIMORE, MD – Maryland Zoo is pleased to announce the birth of a lesser kudu (Tragelaphus imberbis) named Mandazi (MAN-dah-zee) after a type of fried bread that is a staple of Swahili cuisine. The male calf was born on July 1st and is the offspring of Zahi, a two...
REPORT: Lamar Jackson And Troy Aikman Are Set For A Serious Court Battle Over The Strangest Conflict
Lamar Jackson and Troy Aikman are involved in a surprising legal dispute and could face each other in court soon. The Baltimore Ravens quarterback owns several trademarks for his No. 8 and has filed for more. However, the former Dallas Cowboys QB is looking to use “EIGHT” on merchandise, which does not sit well with Jackson.
A MoCo alternate delegate’s sweet ride
MILWAUKEE – Part Batmobile, part Army tank, a Maryland alternate delegate’s truck has become a rolling advertisement for the state GOP at the Republican National Convention here. Parked across the street from the Maryland delegation’s hotel in downtown Milwaukee is a brand new, stainless steel Tesla Cybertruck belonging...
Water Work on Truitt Street in Salisbury till 3pm Friday
On Friday July 19, as part of the City of Salisbury’s efforts to improve, repair, and maintain the Water Distribution System, The Department of Waterworks Utilities Division will be replacing a water service at 425 Truitt Street. Truitt St. will be impassable to all through traffic including emergency vehicles....
Kayaker Rescued from Rehoboth Bay Following Extensive Search
REHOBOTH BEACH, DE– Sussex County fire crews collaborated on the water rescue of a kayaker Friday in the Rehoboth Bay following an extensive search. Dispatch received reports shortly after noon on July 19 of a 40-year-old kayaker who could not be found. Officials say he had last been seen in the area of Savage Ditch and Massey’s ditch.
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