Cambridge From the Couch: Preserving Our History
My readers might at first glance think this is a companion piece to last week’s Couch column. But it was really inspired by Spy editor Zack Taylor’s recent article on the January 22 meeting in which the Historic Preservation Commission asked Green Street Housing’s Chase Powell for evidence to justify demolishing the historic but dilapidated […]
Annual Schools Luncheon Highlights Progress, Partnerships
Dorchester County Public Schools leaders urged residents and business owners to take a more active role in student success during the district’s second annual State of the Schools luncheon on Jan. 27 at the Hyatt Regency Chesapeake Bay. At the event, Superintendent Dr. Jymil Thompson highlighted recent academic gains, described what he called a shift […]
Donald Trump Has Mastered Roy Cohn’s Three Rules by J.E. Dean
The nation is outraged by the murders of Renee Good and Alex Pretti in Minneapolis. Neither victim deserved to die. And the images of both being shot—Pretti, some believe, 10 times– are difficult to watch. My TV is now off. I will turn it back on when ICE leaves Minneapolis, or the officers that shot […]
Move Over Sports Betting By Angela Rieck
Betting has become a national pastime. Each sports-related show includes a segment touting best bets. ESPN even offers a show dedicated to sports betting. All televised sporting events feature advertising by FanDuel, Fanatics Sportsbook, Draft Kings, Caesars, or other Sportsbooks. Most NFL teams sponsor a betting site. But now there is a new game in […]
Moore’s Budget Fixes Current Deficit, but Analysts Pessimistic about Future
Gov. Wes Moore’s (D) $70.8 billion spending plan unveiled last week closes a more than $1.5 billion deficit for fiscal 2027 but does little to ease projected future budget pain, lawmakers were told Monday. In the first analysis of Moore’s budget, Department of Legislative Services budget analyst David Romans told members of the Senate Budget […]
Design with Jenn Martella: Waterfront Haven
I always enjoy featuring a house in my neighborhood and this custom designed house is nestled in a clearing, surrounded by mature trees. There are only a few houses along this short lane so peace and privacy is ensured for the residents. This house’s rear yard gently slopes down to tranquil Harris Creek, where a […]
Looking at the Masters: The National Gallery of Art, Washington DC
The National Gallery of Art (NGA) in Washington DC is one of the world’s finest museums. The collection contains works from the early Italian Renaissance through contemporary art. Masterpieces in the NGA will be the subject of a series of articles during 2026. The NGA collection of early Renaissance art is one of the best […]
Chesapeake Forum Launches a Diverse Lineup of February Courses for Inquiring Minds
Chesapeake Forum is welcoming the 1st half of the month of February with a rich mix of programs designed to inspire curiosity, spark conversation, and encourage hands‑on learning. Rounding out the month’s early offerings is an accessible art history mini‑course with Anke Van Wagenberg that invites participants to revisit iconic works and build confidence engaging […]
For All Seasons Hosts One-of-a-Kind Valentine’s Auction
For All Seasons is hosting an online Valentine’s Day Silent Auction from February 5 to12, featuring extraordinary experiences and unique getaways – the perfect way to find a meaningful gift just in time for Valentine’s Day! Auction packages promise connection, fun, and relaxation, and include: Private Chef Experiences Mosaic Class for five with Jen Wagner […]
Arnold Williams Selected as Board Chair for Qlarant
The Board of Directors for Qlarant, Inc. have selected Mr. Arnold Williams, CPA as Board Chair. Mr. Williams began his Qlarant board experience when he served on Board, starting in 2022; since then, he has served on the Ethics Committee (4 years), the Governance Committee (4 years) and was Chair of the Pension & Investment Committee (1 year). Mr. […]