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Lewes major all-stars fall to Naamans in state tournament
The state tournament run of the Lewes Major League All-Stars came to an end July 26, with a 4-3 loss to Naamans at MOT Little League. Lewes had defeated Naamans 10-0 just two days earlier. The Lewes squad outhit Naamans 10- 4 in the July 26 game. Lewes broke the...
Special Olympics summer camp kicks off Aug. 3
Special Olympics Delaware will host two sessions of its annual summer camp Saturday to Monday, Aug. 3 to 5 and Sunday to Tuesday, Aug. 11 to 13, at Camp Barnes in Frankford. More than 55 Special Olympics Delaware athletes and dozens of volunteer counselors are scheduled to attend. Summer camp...
Chrome City fundraiser revs up Benedictine's Ridgely campus
RIDGELY — On July 27, Benedictine School held its 22nd annual Chrome City Fundraiser. The event drew hundreds of car and motorcycle enthusiasts. There were many Chevys and Harleys all polished up. Spectators paid $35 to take in the custom cars, classic cars, hot rods and motorcycles, and event proceeds went to support the school and its mission. Each person who registered got a Chrome City t-shirt. There was live...
Mission of Mercy receives donation from Perdue
SALISBURY, Md. – We are just over six weeks away from the Eastern Shore Mission of Mercy event. It’s a free clinic providing dental care to hundreds of residents on September 13th and 14th. Perdue’s “Delivering Hope to our Neighbors” outreach donated a $25,000 check to the cause.
NJ state police trooper admits punching handcuffed woman in face
🔻 Under plea deal, no public employment or office. A New Jersey state police trooper from Gloucester County has admitted to punching a handcuffed woman in the face, while she was sitting in a police vehicle, awaiting a medical evaluation. On Thursday, 28-year-old Nicolas Hogan, of Gibbstown, pleaded guilty...
Smyrna doubles property taxes to cover $2 million deficit
Citing the woes of inflation and healthcare costs, the town of Smyrna has doubled its property taxes to deal with a $2 million shortfall for its fiscal year 2025 budget. Mayor Robert Johnson said the costs of healthcare, pensions, and increased salaries for town employees have been necessary to keep the town competitive in the workforce market. The town’s fiscal ... Read More
Salisbury University delivers 200 cancer comfort kits to TidalHealth
SALISBURY -- Patients receiving cancer treatment at TidalHealth facilities on the Delmarva Peninsula again will receive a little extra care thanks to Salisbury University. For the second year, ...
Pennsylvanians can see the northern lights this week
This week just got a little brighter (so to speak). The northern lights will be visible throughout the United States this week, including from Pennsylvania. According to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s (NOAA) Space Weather Prediction Center, there’s currently a geomagnetic storm watch in effect until tomorrow, July 31.
Coffee House a Hit at Church Hill Theatre
Kathy Jones rocked at CHT’s first informal coffee-house on July 28. With new flexible table-side seating surrounding Kathy and her guitar, about 75 audience members enjoyed two solid hours of old and new favorites. This pay-what-you-can event was promoted as a gift to the community and an opportunity for new audiences to experience the Church Hill Theatre magic. CHT volunteers provided superb baked goods, coffee and a variety of drinks at the concession stand.
Author Nicholas Sparks to visit Bucks County book store
Nicholas Sparks will visit The Doylestown Bookshop as a stop on tour for his book, "Counting Miracles," this fall, bringing the international best-selling author to Bucks Count to sign copies and take pictures with fans. Sparks is a world-renowned author of many well-loved novels, including "The Notebook" (2006), "Message in a Bottle" (1998), "A Walk to Remember" (1999) and "Dear John" (2006), several of which have been adapted to screenplays and box-office successes. ...
Downtown Reading’s August First Friday Block Party
The City of Reading is excited to announce the August First Friday on the 600 block of Penn Street, on Friday, Aug. 2, from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. This event promises an evening filled with art, culture, and community fun. Attendees can enjoy:. Delicious food from established businesses and...
Going for the gold: Sudlersville Train Station Museum highlights local sports history
SUDLERSVILLE — Showcasing a small town with a rich history of esteemed sports, the Sudlersville Betterment Club presented exhibits of local renowned athletes at the Sudlersville Train Museum in July. Sudlersville Community Betterment Club showcased exhibits earlier this month featuring local sports heroes, according to club secretary Ginny Moran. In addition to baseball Hall of Famer Jimmie Foxx, Sudlersville is also the claim to fame local home for extraordinaire Olympic...
Popular Local Restaurant Being Featured on Andrew Zimmern’s ‘Family Dinner’
A famous chef brought his television show to the Newtown restaurant. One of Bucks County‘s most popular eateries is being featured on a major televisions show, hosted by Andrew Zimmern, one of cooking’s biggest names. Jeff Werner wrote about the restaurant for the Newtown Patch. Vecchia Osteria by...
Long Neck Sunrise Rotary awards annual scholarships
Long Neck Sunrise Rotary Club recently awarded Service Above Self Scholarships in the amount of $2,000 each to four Sussex Central High School seniors. Honorees are Delsy Gomez-Bartolon, Yamileth Lopez Renoj, Lindsey Sontay Pelico and Melissa Bartolon-Morales, who were presented honorary certificates at the Sussex Central awards ceremony in May. Recipients can choose if their monetary award will be sent to the college they will be attending for tuition costs or used to defray the student’s expenses for computers and books.
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