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Dorchester BOE passes emergency virtual education plan with amendment
CAMBRIDGE — A drafted prolonged state of emergency virtual education plan, now required by the state through a Maryland Senate bill, brought discussion among the Dorchester County Board of Education at a board meeting Thursday. Dorchester County Public Schools’ Jodi Colman, who is the director of curriculum, instruction and assessment, said the drafted plan includes information about staffing, personnel, student instruction and assessment and learning supports in the event of an emergency that is longer than 14 consecutive days. The plan can be amended as...
Community Development Block Grant projects celebrated
EASTON — On Friday morning, community members and partners gathered to celebrate two Community Development Block Grant recipients: Family Support Center and Chesapeake Multicultural Resource Center’s Community and Commercial Kitchen Space. The Community Development Block Grant Program assists in strengthening Maryland’s communities by funding projects generally falling into three types: housing, public facilities and economic development projects. Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development Assistant Secretary Carol Gilbert was also...
Dorchester County commemorates official, traditional Memorial Days
Throughout Dorchester County, community volunteers will be placing flags in area cemeteries prior to ceremonies paying tribute to fallen service members, taking place on both the traditional and currently designated Memorial Days, Monday, May 27 and Thursday, May 30.
Legion welcomes public to attend Memorial Day ceremony
CAMBRIDGE — The public is invited to join American Legion Post 91 at 11 a.m. on Memorial Day, Monday, May 27 at Long Wharf Park in Cambridge. The annual service recognizes those lives lost in service to this country. County council member and former Marine, Mike Detmer will be the guest speaker. Refreshments to follow at Post 91. In the event of rain the service will be moved indoors to the Post at 98 Sunburst Highway, Cambridge.
Lakeside resolutions 347 and 348 approved by council
EASTON — On Tuesday evening, Talbot County councilmembers narrowly voted to approve Lakeside Resolutions 347 and 348 with their respective amendments. These resolutions amend the Talbot County Comprehensive Water and Sewer Plan and clarify certain parcels incorrectly shown in exhibits A and B to Resolution 281, the original legislation that approved changes to water and sewer service status and a new wastewater treatment plant for the Lakeside housing development. Both...
VAMSA flag raising ceremony
Queen Anne’s County and the Center for the Military and Veteran Family present an Inaugural Flag Raising Ceremony at the New Veterans Point at Wells Cove at 1 p.m., Monday, May 27, at 321 Wells Cove Road in Grasonville. Join us in honoring our past generations of military heroes, Queen Anne’s County veterans and our next generation of military service members. For more information email: Executive.Director@VAMSA.us or call 410-739-0970.
🚧 Road Resurfacing on MD 331 and MD 328 in Talbot County Scheduled
The time displayed is local to the original X account in Maryland, USA. The Maryland Department of Transportation has announced upcoming roadworks that will affect traffic in Talbot County. Starting Tuesday, May 28, sections of MD 331 (Dover Road) and MD 328 (Matthewstown Road) will undergo resurfacing. The work on MD 331 is expected to be completed within a week, while the resurfacing of MD 328 is projected to take two weeks, weather permitting. Drivers are advised to plan for potential delays and consider alternative routes if necessary. For additional information regarding the roadworks, please visit the following link: https://t.co/qOD0vJe20L.
🚧 Roadwork Update: Active Closure on US 50 West at Maiden Forest Rd, Dorchester County, MD
The time displayed is local to the original 511 traffic site in Maryland. Local transportation agencies report an ongoing active closure on US 50 West at Maiden Forest Road due to roadwork. Commuters traveling through 4499 Maiden Forest Road in Dorchester County, Maryland should plan for possible delays and seek alternative routes if necessary. Currently, there is no specified time for when the roadwork will be completed, but updates will be provided as they become available. Drivers are urged to exercise caution when passing through the area and to follow all posted signs and signals.
Reminder: City Secretary's Office Limited Hours on May 17
City Secretary's Office will be open on Friday, May 17, 2024 from 7:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. Please contact the City Secretary's Office at 903-515-9301 or email rcockerham@chandlertx.com for additional information.Visit here for more details.
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