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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...
Salisbury University Move-In Day Excites Incoming Students
Incoming students moved in to the Salisbury University dorms on Thursday morning. University officials said approximately 900 new students moved on campus. The incoming class, at 1,470 students total, is the second largest in university history.
MINOR LEAGUE GAME SUMMARIES FOR 8/22/2024
NORFOLK TIDES (56-67) LOST 5-3 TO WORCESTER – AAA. Jud Fabian went 1 for 5 with a homerun, 1 run scored and 1 RBI. Shayne Fontana went 2 for 4 with a double, 1 run scored, 1 RBI and a stolen base. SP: Tucker Davidson allowed 3 runs on...
‘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 ...
Clear Space conducting market study to find new home
Rehoboth commissioners deny rezoning of 330 Rehoboth Ave. Clear Space Theatre Company has called Celebration Mall on Baltimore Avenue in Rehoboth Beach home for nearly 15 years. Looking to meet the growing cultural needs of eastern Sussex County, the theater has announced it’s conducting a market study to find its next home.
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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First Annual “Back-to-School Giveaway” in Georgetown
DELAWARE – School supplies are always welcomed this time of year, and one local couple is trying to make that happen for at least 100 students this semester. Nicole Walters of Enchanted Magical Moments and her partner Shaun Roach of Addicted II Success have decided to give back to their community in a unique way. They are hosting their first annual Back to School Giveaway at the Indoor Sports Academy in Georgetown where the first 100 children will receive backpacks and school supplies.
Sussex Technical High School is Ready for New School Year
GEORGETOWN, Del – Sussex Technical High School opened for all 9th graders on August 23rd, 2024 and will open to all students starting on August 27th, 2024. This school year, Sussex Tech introduced a new Career Technical Education program to the curriculum. Architectural Engineering Technologies has been added and Sussex Tech now offers 19 CTE programs.
Heartbeat of Delmarva: Code Purple in Milford
Tom Chilton volunteers for Code Purple at Avenue United Methodist Church in Milford, helping the homeless there. People consider it to be the rock or the glue that holds it all together. Heartbeat of Delmarva is sponsored by How Sweet It Is.
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...
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