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House of the Week: The Albanus Phillips House, circa 1913
One of Cambridge’s landmarks is the façade of the boiler building in the complex of the Phillips Packing House. Two towering brick smokestacks with acronyms of four alphabet letters arranged vertically down the smokestacks are symbols of the Phillips’ family’s impact upon the history of Cambridge. The Phillips Packing Company was founded in 1902 and soon became the largest employer in Dorchester County. Its steady growth over time grew into an empire.
Penn State men's hockey team will take on Army this winter at the inaugural Capital Hockey Classic
WASHINGTON D.C., DC — The Penn State men's hockey team will take on Army in the second game of the inaugural Capital Hockey Classic at the Capital One Arena in Washington, D.C. this winter, Monumental Sports & Entertainment announced. The event, which takes place on Dec. 12, will also...
Anne Arundel County warns public of rabid racoon found in Davidsonville
DAVIDSONVILLE, Md. — The Anne Arundel County Health Department is looking for anyone who may have come in contact with a rabid raccoon that was found in Davidsonville. According to the notice, the area of concern is on Governor Bridge Road between Riva Road and St. George Barber Road. The raccoon was found on July 15 and has tested positive for rabies.
MMS Performing Arts Teen of the Week— Ronan Diederichs
KENT ISLAND — Matapeake Middle School proudly announces Ronan Diederichs as the QACPS Performing Arts ‘Teen of the Week’. Ronan was nominated for this honor by Chris Flaherty, Band Director at MMS as an eighth grader, and is now an incoming ninth grader at Kent Island High. “Ronan played in the Matapeake Band, the Marching Stingrays Band, and in a new PFY Strings afterschool ensemble at MMS. Ronan has a...
2024 Rice Football Opponent Season Preview: Navy
Navy experienced a solid first season under head coach Brian Newberry last season. What can Rice Football expect from the Midshipmen in 2024?. Record at School: 5-7 (1 Yr) | Career Record 5-7 (1 Yr) Offensive Coordinator: Drew Cronic. Defensive Coordinators:. PJ Volker. Rice Football Preseason Preview: Check out the...
Spy Theater Review: Tennessee Williams’ ‘A Streetcar Named Desire’
The Factory describes itself as a “community arts project [providing] creative space for individuals to explore their passion for the performing arts.” And although I didn’t get a chance to see this stunning company debut in the “evocative atmosphere of our open-air venue,” I can say that the performance lived up to The Factory’s promise “to deliver a fresh and captivating interpretation” of this great American classic.
Legendary Navy Rifle Coach Ray Anti Passes Away at the Age of 91
ANNAPOLIS, Md.—Legendary Navy rifle head coach Ray Anti passed away peacefully this past spring at the age of 91. The family had asked to keep the passing of Anti private until now. Anti led the Midshipmen for 12 years from 1986-87 through the 1997-98 and compiled an incredible record of 171-13 (.929), including an 8-1 (.889) mark against Army (Army did not compete in rifle from 1995-97). He coached 34 NCAA All-Americans, including 12 First-Team All-Americans during his tenure. Joe Johnson won the NCAA Championship in the smallbore in 1996 under Anti's direction. Anti led Navy to 10 NCAA Tournaments,...
CPD June Officer of the Month named
CAMBRIDGE, Md. – Pfc. White was named the Cambridge Police Department’s Officer of the Month for June. Pfc. White has been employed with the agency since September 2023. Cambridge PD says they are proud to have him as a part of their team. We want to hear your...
Late Comebacks for Team Navy, Team Grey Highlight Second Day of 18U National Team Training Camp
Big Hits from Grindlinger, Hammond Lift Team Navy to 5-3 Comeback Win over Team Light Blue. Trent Grindlinger and Josh Hammond sparked a four-run outburst in the seventh inning as Team Navy defeated Team Light Blue 5-3 at 18U National Team Training Camp. HOW IT HAPPENED. Dean Moss opened the...
UMC for Environmental Science hosts Izaak Walton League Convention
The University of Maryland Center for Environmental Science in Cambridge, locally known as the Horn Point Laboratory, hosted attendees from the 2024 Izaak Walton League Convention, held at the Hyatt Recency in Cambridge on July 15-17. Professor Jamie Pierson of HPL (and president of the Mid-Shore Chapter of IWLA), along...
Riva-Davidsonville Rabies Alert
The Anne Arundel County Department of Health is seeking anyone who may have come in contact with a raccoon in Davidsonville on Governer’s Bridge Road, between Riva Road and St. George Barber Road. The raccoon, which was found on July 15, has tested positive for rabies. If you or...
Mobile home fire ruled accidental in Talbot Co.
CORDOVA, Md. – A mobile home in Talbot County was heavily damaged in a fire Tuesday afternoon. Just after 4 p.m., firefighters were called to the 29000 block of Schockley Lane in Cordova for a reported house fire. Crews were able to control the blaze in roughly 45 minutes.
Cove Point Park Sports Courts to Temporarily Close for Renovations
The Calvert County Department of Parks & Recreation announces the temporary closure of the Cove Point Park sports courts for demolition and replacement. The closure is anticipated to last several months. Beginning on Monday, July 22, two tennis and pickleball courts closest to baseball fields three and four will close....
Maisie Howard’s Vision for District 7 As Board Of Education Write-In Candidate
ANNAPOLIS, Md. – Maisie Howard recently announced her candidacy as a write-in for the upcoming Board of Education Election of Anne Arundel County for District 7 at the Annapolis Juneteenth Festival. Howard was inspired to run as she became more knowledgeable about the Board of Education over the past...
Small Plane Crashes Into Maryland River; One Pronounced Dead: State Police (UPDATED)
A small plane crashed on the Eastern Shore of Maryland on Tuesday morning and one person has been pronounced dead after being pulled from the water, state police confirmed.Multiple agencies were called at around 9:30 a..m. in Talbot County to the 6800 block of Travelers West Circle in Easton, where…
One person dies in Eastern Shore plane crash
Maryland State Police responded to a fatal plane crash that occurred Tuesday morning in Talbot County. The deceased victim has been identified as Robert Eugene Merlini, 56, of Annapolis. Merlini was the pilot, and sole occupant of a twin engine Cessna that crashed in the Tred Avon River this morning. The victim was recovered...
The Emerging Strategy for Getting the Biggest Gas Guzzlers Into EVs
A small share of drivers, mostly in rural areas, consume disproportionate amounts of gas. Burlington, Vt., now offers extra incentives for residents who drive more than twice the average local mileage. State policymakers in California, Maryland and Washington have considered similar policies. The average American drives about 13,500 miles a...
Cambridge man arrested on 30 charges following vehicle pursuit
CAMBRIDGE — A Cambridge man was arrested on 30 charges after fleeing a traffic stop and striking a house. Keizye Daijuon Collins, 27, was arrested on charges including first- and second-degree assault, driving on a suspended and revoked license, reckless driving and attempting to elude police by failing to stop. According to a news release from the Cambridge Police Department, officers attempted to conduct a traffic stop on July 1...
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