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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. ...
A great day at the track
ELKTON — Elkton-area resident Matt Halter wore a very specific horse jockey costume when he celebrated a childhood Halloween approximately a dozen years ago, while other kids dressed up as super heroes, ghosts, witches and such. Matt chose that equestrian rider’s outfit because one of his big heroes is John Velazquez, a Hall-of-Fame jockey whose long list of accomplishments includes winning the 2011 Kentucky Derby while riding Animal Kingdom, a thoroughbred that was trained in Fair Hill by H. Graham Motion. ...
Elkton woman working to educate everyone about sickle cell disease
ELKTON — Imagine having a disease so rare that when you show up at a hospital in extreme pain, the staff there think you are an addict. “We are always labeled as drug seekers,” said Regina Dorsey, Vice President of the Sickle Cell Association of Harford/Cecil Counties & the Eastern Shore. “You’re in pain, you’re crying and screaming and you’re labeled as a seeker.” Sickle Cell Anemia, or Sickle Cell...
Residents get update on Cambridge flood mitigation project
CAMBRIDGE — The City of Cambridge held the first of what it says will be multiple "periodic" public meetings to share progress and get feedback on its flood mitigation project along the shore of the Choptank River. The city's Make Cambridge Resilient Flood Mitigation Project Manager Larry White said the city will continue to reach out to the public throughout the entire design process of the project. "This is the...
Dorchester County creates Department of Water and Wastewater Services
CAMBRIDGE — Dorchester County is taking back control of its water and sewage systems. At a County Council meeting on Aug. 20, the council voted in favor of a bill that establishes the Dorchester County Department of Water and Wastewater Services and abolishes the Dorchester County Sanitary District and commission. The bill also provides for the establishment of an advisory board for the Department of Water and Wastewater Services. ...
'Abuse of power' charge in Rehoboth, losing a recruit at Ursuline, Avelo route changes
Hey, there, Delaware. Top of the morning to you. It’s still summer, and a glorious weekend weather-wise, so get out in the garden, the park or dog park, your favorite outdoor dining spot or the beach – and enjoy it while it lasts. It sure is a relief after all that heat. The high...
City of Salisbury Announces Julie English as the New City Clerk
SALISBURY, Md – The City of Salisbury has announced Julie English as the new City Clerk. She has nearly a decade of dedicated service to the city and three years of experience as an Assistant City Clerk. She brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to her new role.
‘Keith Lee Effect’ brings business boom to DMV restaurants
WASHINGTON (DC News Now) — Some local businesses in the DMV are getting a big boost thanks to a TikTok star. Food reviewer Keith Lee is in town and he’s already posted videos from three restaurants in Virginia and D.C. One person hoping Lee would come to their restaurant is Lydia Tefera, whose mother owns […]
Asian American Center awarded $3.9M to expand apprenticeship programs
The Asian American Center of Frederick was one of several Maryland organizations to get money from the U.S. Department of Labor for new apprenticeship opportunities for underrepresented communities. AACF, a nonprofit community organization, was awarded nearly $4 million to establish more registered apprenticeships and pre-apprenticeship programs for immigrants, according to a news release from ...
It's Still Early on in the Game but Ocean City's Efforts to Build a Sports Complex are Gaining Traction
OCEAN CITY, Md. -- Town officials have three locations in mind for a proposed sports complex. It moves them one step closer to achieving their longtime goal of having a facility near the resort town. It's been a long journey, but City Manager Terry McGean said the town is happy...
Easton EDC quarterly update provided to Town Council
EASTON — Foot traffic at the Easton Visitor Center on South Harrison Street is increasing, according to Holly DeKarske, executive director of the Easton Economic Development Corporation. DeKarske presented a quarterly update on Easton EDC during Monday’s Easton Town Council meeting. “We just finished a year of managing the visitor’s center, and foot traffic’s basically doubled each month,” DeKarske said. ...
Lion of Judah Bible Cafe offers free back-to-school haircuts, school supplies
PERRYVILLE — Don’t go back to school looking shaggy. Lion of Judah Bible Cafe, 304 Aiken Avenue in Perryville, is offering free haircuts for students as well as clothing and school supplies Aug. 30 from noon until 5 p.m. There will also be hot dogs and hamburgers, KONA Ice and vendors along with entertainment by DJ Ron Smoov and face painting by Lucky. For information, including how to become a vendor, call Merion Harmon at Lion of Judah Bible Cafe at 443-769-4465.
Legacy Day honorees include local Black authors
CHESTERTOWN — After celebrating the legacy of Legacy Day in 2023, the annual acknowledgement of the rich cultural heritage of Kent County’s African American community kicked off its second decade this year with a brand-new offering — a salute to local Black authors. The event was held...
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Rehoboth planning has concerns about One Rehoboth project
The proposed One Rehoboth Avenue Hotel recently went before the Rehoboth Beach Planning Commission again for a preliminary site-plan review. Among the concerns raised were vehicular access to the hotel, the number of parking spaces, lot consolidation and building lines. The 60-room hotel, which stretches the width of the block...
St. Jude prepares for major expansion project
The Extending Our Arms, Expanding Our Hearts campaign to nearly double the size of St. Jude the Apostle Catholic Church is underway, with a goal of raising $6.2 million. In just the first five weeks of the campaign, parishioners have pledged $3.5 million. Father Brian Lewis points out that significant...
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