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Westover, Maryland ā With temperatures in the upper 90ās and heat index forecast over 100 degrees, the following sites will be open this week in Somerset County to help residents stay cool: Ā Ā Ā Ā Ā Ā Ā Princess Anne Library (11767 Beechwood St., Princess Anne)Ā Ā Ā Ā Ā Ā Ā Ā Ā Ā Ā 10:00 a.m. ā 7:00 p.m. Monday ā Thursday 10:00 a.m. ā 5:00 p.m. on…
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Worcester County cooling centers are provided in times of extreme heat. Cooling centers in Worcester County, MD are: When in doubt, call 2-1-1 for a local cooling center near you.
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From July 15-17th, the Talbot County Free Library of Easton and St. Michaels will act as cooling centers for anyone in the community who needs a cool environment. They will be open for use by the public, at times listed below. Easton Library 100 W. Dover St. Easton, MD 21601 St. Michaels Library 106 Fremont…
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Dorchester County Public Library branches function as the County’s cooling centers. The following branches will be open as cooling centers on the following days and times: Cambridge Library: Branch hoursMonday – 10am – 6pmTuesday – 11am – 7pmWed.- Fri. – 10am – 6pmSaturday – 9 a.m-5 p.m Hurlock Library: Branch hoursMon – Wed – 10am…
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These centers will provide a safe environment and relief from the heat during their regular hours. Please call ahead to confirm hours and availability.
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Due to the high temperatures, a Beat the Peak Alert has been issued for 3 to 6pm today for Delaware Electric Cooperative customers. DEC asks members to conserve energy. Collectively, this program has saved our members millions over the years. Saving Energy Tips:
Read MoreCOOLING CENTER OPENS IN WICOMICO COUNTY A cooling center will be open Tuesday, July 16, 2024, in the Flanders Room at the Wicomico County Civic Center from 1:00PM-8:00PM and Wednesday July 17, 2024 from 3:00PM-6:00PM in the Arena Lobby. Temperatures with the heat index will be over 105 degrees. The Civic Center is located at…
Read MoreUser 284190339 Ā· 07 – 16 – 24 Fishing Report Monday was brutally hot at the beach. Lewes Harbour Marina said several charter boats went shark fishing on Monday catching a releasing the big critters in the nearshore waters. The Katydid had some flounder and sea bass from ocean structure. A few private boats worked…
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Over $3.4-million has been awarded from three state programs to assist small businesses and support local revitalization projects and activities on the Eastern Shore. Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development Secretary Jake Day says that 28 businesses, local governments and place-based economic development organizations in an effort to spur community revitalization, expand small business…
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Milford Police were called to three separate incidents Friday night where people reported being shot with a hard object or pellet from a passing silver sedan throughout town. None of the victims required medical attention. Police were able to locate the vehicle and a 16 year old male was arrested. The teen was in possession…
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The Rehoboth Beach planning commission has approved the site review plan for the proposed Belhaven Hotel ā planned for 2 Rehoboth Avenue on the boardwalk. On Friday, the City Planning Commissioners added 10 amendments to the plan – which included drop off zones and adding a second loading/unloading berth, the screening of refuse storage, and…
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A change-of-command ceremony was held last week for the USS Delaware pierside at Naval Submarine Base New London in Groton, Connecticut. Commander Robert Low turned over command of the Virginia-class fast-attack submarine to Commander Jason Patton, who has served previously on four other submarines. Delaware was commissioned in April of 2020 and has a crew…
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Beginning Tuesday through the end of July, striped bass fishing is closed in the Chesapeake Bay and its tidal tributaries. Maryland Department of Natural Resources officials say this closure is needed to protect the species. When water and air temperatures rise during the hottest part of the summer, fish are more vulnerable to dying after…
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The Delaware State Fair begins on Thursday. Expect changes in travel in the area around the Fairgrounds in Harrington. On Thursday East Fairground Road between East Street and Route 13 will be closed through Sunday, July 28th. Detours are posted – the eastbound lane will be used to increase the safety of pedestrians accessing the…
Read MoreUPDATED – 07/15/24 – Delaware State Police have identified 48 year old King Dona of Salisbury, Maryland, as the man who died in a fatal crash that occurred on Friday night in Delmar. ====================================================================== ORIGINAL STORY – 07/13/24 – A crash Friday night west of Delmar left one man dead. Delaware State Police say around…
Read MoreUser 284190339 Ā· 07 – 15 – 24 Fishing Report Sunday saw decent weather but fishing was still poor for those seeking flounder and sea bass. The good news is dolphin (mahi) did show up close enough to shore for small boats to reach. When I called Lewes Harbour Marina, they were very busy, but…
Read MoreUPDATED – 07/14/24 – Georgetown Police have made an arrest after an SUV was found unoccupied on the Circle near the fountain early Saturday morning. Police have identified 25 year old Mario Ramirez-Ramirez of Georgetown as the driver. Ramirez-Ramirez was arrested and charged with the following offenses: Ramirez-Ramirez was arraigned and released on a $13,100…
Read MoreUser 284190339 Ā· 07 – 14 – 24 Fishing Report Saturday the rain held off until late afternoon at the beach and it only rained at the beach. Lewes Harbour Marina reported that the Katydid returned with a couple of trout from bay structure. The head boats Angler and Pirate King had croaker and kings,…
Read MoreUPDATED 07/14/24 – 4:30am – The FBI has identified the man who attempted to assassinate former President Trump at a rally in Butler, Pennsylvania Saturday evening as 20 year old Thomas Crooks of Bethel Park, Pennsylvania. The FBI says the investigation remains active and ongoing. ====================================================== UPDATE: – 11:30 p.m. – President Joe Biden cut…
Read MoreMarie – 302-947-9412 – Frigidaire Refrigerator – $95 Dominic – 302-362-3179 – Smith Pontoon Roller Guide, NEW in BOX – $75 – 3.0 by 6.0 Brand new Door with internal blinds – $300 Vicky – 302-645-2790 – Scotts Spreader SPEEDY 1000 – $25 – Rolling Stones Beach Towel, classic red tongue design, unused – $20…
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Dozens Speak Out on Controversial Policy before Milford School Board
The Milford School Board has been discussing a revision to Policy 6103 “With Regard to Adherence to the Curriculum” for at least a month after it was brought up at last month’s school board meeting. During Monday night’s School Board meeting, board member Dr. Adam Brownstein revealed how this policy revision came about – from…
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