Dorchester Council Prioritizes Staff Retention in Budget Planning
Dorchester County Council members said Tuesday that improving employee pay and benefits will be their top priority as the county begins planning its fiscal 2027 budget, warning that low compensation levels are driving staffing losses across county government. During a discussion of next year’s budget goals and priorities, council members and the county manager cited […]
CPD Works Toward CALEA Accreditation
The Cambridge Police Department has entered a national accreditation process through the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies, a step Chief Justin Todd said is intended to strengthen departmental policies and align operations with nationally recognized best practices. The department registered with CALEA and has been engaged in the accreditation process since July, officials […]
Maryland Caucus with Foxwell and Mitchell: The 3 Top Maryland Issues to Watch in 2026
Every Wednesday, Maryland political analysts Len Foxwell and Clayton Mitchell discuss the politics and personalities of the state and region. This week, Len and Clayton list their top three issues that Maryland voters will be looking at as the state enters what promises to be one of the most intensive midterm elections in its history. […]
Special Free Screen of Film by Ken Burns on American Revolution January 14th
The Talbot250 Commission invites the public to the Avalon Theatre for The American Revolution: The Spirit of Service, a special program celebrating the start of Talbot County’s 365th anniversary and the nation’s Semiquincentennial year. The event will take place on Wednesday, January 14, 2026, from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m., and will feature a 31-minute screening […]
Don’t Miss These CBMM Speaker Events This Winter
Kicking off the new year, the Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum is pleased to share an exciting lineup of Speaker Events in the Van Lennep Auditorium, and available virtually, featuring presenters highlighting the region’s rich history, environment, and culture. These programs invite audiences to hear from authors, scholars, and community members exploring topics that illuminate the past, […]
Waterfowl Festival Inc. Welcome New Board Member
Waterfowl Festival Inc. have recently welcomed new additions to their Boards of Directors in January, Dan Ketelson and Shaw Pritchett. “This year, we are pleased to appoint two board members with an admirable record of volunteerism with the festival, “ remarked Deena Kilmon, Executive Director. “Dan and Shaw have shown proven leadership over the years […]
First Baby of 2026 Arrives at UM Shore Medical Center at Easton Birthing Center
University of Maryland Shore Regional Health’s first baby of 2026 arrived on the morning of January 2 at UM SRH’s Birthing Center at UM Shore Medical Center at Easton. UM Shore Regional Health is a member organization of the University of Maryland Medical System. Baby boy Anderson Caleb Fuentes Miranda was born at 8:35 a.m. […]
For All Seasons Appoints Directors of Finance and Development
For All Seasons recently announced the appointment of Sidney Davenport-Trond as Director of Development and Hallie Pentheny as Director of Finance. Sidney Davenport-Trond has been appointed as Director of Development at For All Seasons. She is co-owner of Five0Eight, LLC, a hospitality consulting agency, which she runs with her husband. Before founding the company, she was the creator […]
UM SRH Cancer Center Announces Appointment of Ashraf Youssef, MD, as Medical Director of Requard Center for Radiation Oncology
The Cancer Center at University of Maryland Shore Regional Health (UM SRH) announces the appointment of Ashraf Youssef, MD as Medical Director of the Requard Radiation Oncology Center. UM SRH is a member organization of the University of Maryland Medical System (UMMS). A board-certified general radiation oncologist with over 25 years of experience, Dr. Youssef […]
Mid-Atlantic Symphony Orchestra Presents February Ensembles Series Concerts Featuring Mozart, Schubert, and Penderecki
The Mid-Atlantic Symphony Orchestra continues its 2025–2026 Ensembles Series with a set of chamber music concerts taking place February 6 through 8 across Maryland and Delaware. Featuring works by Franz Schubert, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, and Krzysztof Penderecki, the program highlights the artistry of the MSO’s principal musicians in an intimate chamber setting. The concerts will be performed […]