Online registration free for everyone 18 and younger CHESTERTOWN, MD The sixth annual Kent Goes Purple 5K Color Run/Walk and Purple Jamboree is set for 8:30 a.m. on Sunday, September 8, 2024 in Wilmer Park. Kent Goes Purple (KGP) is a substance abuse awareness and prevention initiative of the Kent County Sheriff’s Office and the […]
Continue ReadingWORTON, MD Kent County Public Schools will be holding another session of its commercial driver’s license (CDL) permit training program this fall for those interested in becoming bus drivers. Piggybacking off the success of its CDL classes held in July, the upcoming program will run September 3-12, 2024. Sessions will be held from 5 to […]
Continue ReadingBALTIMORE, MD The Independent Investigations Division (IID) of the Maryland Office of the Attorney General announced the delay in the release of the body-worn camera footage of the fatal officer-involved vehicle pursuit that occurred on July 22, 2024, in Talbot County, Maryland. The delay is due to additional time needed to conduct witness interviews. Per […]
Continue ReadingSalisbury, MD On August 19, 2024, a kitten tested positive for rabies in the area of Cathell Rd, Eden, near the Somerset and Wicomico County line. The Somerset and Wicomico County Health Departments are advising all residents to be aware of their surroundings and avoid contact with all wild or stray animals. Rabies is a […]
Continue ReadingOCEAN CITY, MD The Town of Ocean City will host the O.C. Air Show this weekend. Residents and visitors can expect heavy traffic delays for both vehicles and pedestrians, particularly in the downtown areas. Please note that road closures will affect all types of vehicles, including cars, buses, and bicycles. Street Closures The displays, ground […]
Continue ReadingSalisbury, MD The Annual Overdose Awareness Day event will be held on Thursday, August 22, 2024 from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm at Winterplace Park, 6737 Blue Ribbon Road Salisbury, MD 21804. This FREE family-friendly evening includes stories from family members who have lost a loved one in their battle, lyrical dance, support and grief […]
Continue ReadingCHESTERTOWN, MD Several new health education classes will be offered this year thanks to the Rural Health Care Transformation initiative at University of Maryland Shore Medical Center (UM SMC) at Chestertown. UM SMC at Chestertown is part of UM Shore Regional Health, a member organization of University of Maryland Medical System. “We are excited to […]
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ST. MICHAELS, Md In partnership with the Universal Sailing Club, the Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum is proud to host the 11th annual Souls at Sea ceremony on Saturday, August 24, 2024 starting at 1pm. Drawing on African traditions, this is an on-water remembrance and libation ceremony honoring the millions of captive Africans who perished during […]
Continue ReadingQUEEN ANNES COUNTY, MD Deputy State Fire Marshals are investigating an incident where a teenager was injured while attempting to discharge a makeshift firearm. The 13-year-old sustained burns and traumatic injuries after he attempted to shoot the rudimentary weapon, which investigators described as a metal pipe filled with black powder. Just before 11:00 p.m. on […]
Continue ReadingThe Chester River Chorale fall semester launches September 9, 2024 with weekly rehearsals at the Presbyterian Church of Chestertown (PCC). All singers are invited to join the Chorale. We have a specific need for male voices! No audition is required to sing with the Chorale and all music is provided. An added opportunity is the […]
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