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St. Michaels Community Center Director Announces Departure Patrick Rofe To Leave
St. Michaels Community Center (SMCC) Board Chair Lori F. Morris announced today that the SMCC Board has accepted the resignation of its Executive Director, Patrick Rofe. “Patrick has been doing his best to be in two places at once,” Morris noted, “running SMCC while caring for his aging parents halfway across the country.” She continued, “Not even Patrick, whose energy and vision have meant so much to SMCC, can pull off that trick.”
Lawsuit against CWDI resolved in Dorchester Co. court
CAMBRIDGE, Md. – The City of Cambridge has resolved the pending lawsuit against Cambridge Waterfront Development Inc. and Yacht Maintenance, and the case has been dismissed without prejudice. We’re told the resolution came as the result of the initial mediation work between the City and CWDI, with subsequent intervention...
Chapel District Elementary breaks ground on renovation project
CORDOVA — With the school year set to begin Monday, construction at Chapel District Elementary School is in full swing. Administrators, teachers, county representatives and students celebrated a groundbreaking for renovation work at the school on Friday afternoon. The Whiting-Turner Contracting Company is leading construction, which started Aug. 5. A short ceremony outside the school provided attendees insight into the renovations and what benefits will follow. Speakers included Talbot County...
Ribbon cut on first new school in Wilmington in a half-century
Political and school leaders late last week marked the opening of the Maurice Pritchett Sr. Academy the first new school in Wilmington in half a century. “The brand-new Maurice Pritchett Sr. Academy is one of the commitments we made to our children in the city,” said Gov. John Carney. “A school is so much more than bricks and mortar -- It’s a pillar of a community. To the educators who show up day in and day out for their students, you deserve this. We’re grateful for all our partners, including the members of the General Assembly, who helped us get this done for our children. And I’m honored to be a part of a project that recognizes Maurice Pritchett’s legacy in the city.”
ARREST MADE IN HOMICIDE INVESTIGATION-HARBOR HOUSE APARTMENTS
(Claymont, DE 19703) On Friday, August 23, 2024, at 10:27 a.m., patrol officers were dispatched to the above area for a shooting. Officers arrived at the scene and located a 35-year-old male who had been shot. The victim, who has been identified as Devontre Taylor of Wilmington, was transported to a local area hospital, where he was pronounced deceased.
BurgerFi opens new location in Maryland, US
BurgerFi has announced the opening of its latest Maryland location in Woodmore Commons. Situated at Woodmore Towne Centre, Bowie, the store will be operated by Punam Khandpur and Jaytee Kanwal. As part of a multi-unit deal, the duo will also oversee the Arlington, Virginia branch. Khandpur and Kanwal bring extensive...
STATE ROUNDUP: HARRIS ACCEPTS NOMINATION; BALT. CITY COUNCIL GRILLS DPW; BALT. CO RESIDENTS FUME OVER POWER LINES; STATE COLLEGE AID FUND RUNS OUT OF MONEY
MARYLANDERS GATHER TO WATCH KAMALA HARRIS ACCEPT NOMINATION: Christine Vilbrun admits that, at first, her sister had to drag her out of her home in Harford County to attend a watch party in Baltimore, as Vice President Kamala Harris formally accepted the Democratic nomination for president Thursday night. William J. Ford/Maryland Matters.
It's Still Early on in the Game but Ocean City's Efforts to Build a Sports Complex are Gaining Traction
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.
Maurice Pritchett Sr. Academy Opens as Wilmington’s New Beacon of Education
WILMINGTON, DE — Wilmington celebrated a significant milestone on Friday with the grand opening of the Maurice Pritchett Sr. Academy, the first newly constructed school in the city in decades. This event brought together state and local leaders, educators, students, and community members, underscoring the school’s importance in revitalizing educational opportunities for Wilmington’s youth.
Capitol Rioter from Rockville Convicted as Maryland Man Found Guilty of January 6 Felonies
A Maryland man was found guilty of multiple charges in connection with his actions during the Capitol breach on January 6, 2021. Justin Lee, 25, of Rockville, confronted a conviction for two felony offenses after a trial that shed light on the riot's violent clashes with law enforcement. The verdict arrives as another tally in the ongoing legal reckoning following the events that shook the nation.
Maryland Man Sentenced to 30 Months for High-End Outlet Store Robbery in Wrentham
A Maryland man has been handed a prison sentence exceeding two years for his role in a high-stakes robbery from a Wrentham high-end outlet store. Nathaniel Owens, 33, was sentenced to 30 months in federal custody following his guilty plea earlier this year on charges related to transporting stolen goods across state lines.
Democrats see abortion issue as defining – and winning – issue in fall election
CHICAGO – Abortion has been a key talking point at the Democratic National Convention, with speeches focused on reproductive rights on every night of the convention. On Thursday night, the United Center was full of attendees wearing white in support of reproductive rights. Democratic Party candidates and officials see...
Rabid Raccoon Found in Somerset County
WESTOVER, MD- A raccoon found near Princess Anne, MD has tested positive for rabies. On August 20, the raccoon was submitted for testing at the MD State Laboratory after a Somerset County resident was concerned that the animal may have been infected with rabies, according to Somerset officials. The results...
Goldsboro tween wins Miss Maryland Jr. Pre-Teen Queen
Brooklyn Angel Faith Robinson, daughter of Brittany Marshall of Goldsboro, was crowned 2024 National American Miss Maryland Jr. Pre-Teen Queen at the state pageant held Aug. 18 at the Hyatt Regency in Reston, Virginia. She received her official state crown, banner and trophy. She also received a special invitation to compete at the National Pageant held during Thanksgiving week in Orlando, Florida. At the pageant Aug. 18, Robinson won the...
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