News from the Shores of the Chesapeake Bay
In 1829, after years of planning and construction the C&D Canal connecting the Delaware Bay with the Chesapeake Bay opened. The town that grew around the locks, Chesapeake City, was named in 1839 and soon expanded to both sides of the canal. The town was incorporated in 1849. It was a commercial community that serviced […]
Continue Reading’tis the season. The holiday season is upon us. Although it won’t be quite like it has in the past. Many towns have canceled their usual events, such as Santa’s arrival, parades and tree lighting ceremonies. And some towns have some unusual trees for the season. Here are few along with photos. (Unless noted, photos […]
Continue ReadingIt’s not a river, but in many ways the C&D Canal looks like one. And without the canal the quaint town of Chesapeake City may not exist. But it does and there is a nice spot to sit, relax and enjoy looking out on the water. Sometimes you can even be there as a big […]
Continue ReadingThe Maryland Department of Natural Resources will hold an open house from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. October 27, 2018 at the new Bohemia River State Park in Cecil County, located at 3864 Augustine Herman Highway in Chesapeake City. Community partners, outdoor enthusiasts and others are invited to see and tour the property, and share […]
Continue ReadingOn April 15, 2018 just after 5:00 PM, troopers from the North East Barrack responded to the Chesapeake City Bridge on MD 213/ Augustine Herman Highway in Elkton, for a male subject who reportedly parked his vehicle on the crest of the bridge in the middle of the roadway. The male subject then walked to […]
Continue Reading(MD State Police) On February 28, 2018 just before 3:00 AM, troopers from the North East barrack responded to an area near 655 Cayots Corner Rd (MD 310) in Chesapeake City for a single vehicle collision. Upon their arrival, troopers located a silver SUV which had struck a tree and caught fire. The make, model, […]
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Mark your Calendars – Music in the Park is returning to Pell Gardens in Chesapeake City! Dance with us every Sunday in May and June, 2018 from 3:00 – 5:00 p.m., right on the waterfront. Bring a chair or a blanket, some snacks and enjoy free, family-friendly concerts. A donation basket will be passed around […]
Continue ReadingCecil County Arts Council’s Annual Wine and Dine Dinner Series 2018 Friday, February 23, 6:30 – 9:00 p.m. Please join us at The Chesapeake Inn for another delicious dinner prepared especially for this event! Enjoy a multi-course meal with wine pairings, good company and art. The cost is $50.00 per person and a portion of […]
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