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What’s More Deadly—a New H5N1 Flu or the Republican Party?
The H5N1 “bird flu” is ripping across America, decimating bird flocks and even infecting a few humans and other mammals. Should we be concerned? Particularly since Trump is polling so well after he totally botched our response to Covid?Keep in mind, Trump shut down the offices of pandemic preparedness in the White House and National Security Council in 2017, leaving America vulnerable to Covid; in this week’s Time magazine interview he says if he becomes president again he’ll repeat that performance by shutting down the new Office of Pandemic Preparedness and Response Policy, or OPPR, which Congress authorized in 2022.When...
Correctional Officer Charged with Drug Dealing at Smyrna Prison
SMYRNA, DE - A James T. Vaughn Correctional Center officer has been arrested on multiple felony charges after investigators say he was smuggling drugs into the prison and distributing them. According to Delaware State Police, an investigation into possible misconduct by a correctional officer began in March stemming from allegations...
One in a million: Local boy has 'one of the rarest genetic conditions'
Being a parent is a wonderful but busy job that brings many day-to-day needs, questions, and concerns. Imagine having to worry more about every fall, bump, or even vaccine that your child receives on top of all the daily worries. On November 27, 2022, Jon and Erin Krisman, of Centreville, learned their two-and-a-half-year-old son, Ethan, was one in a million. As a small toddler, Ethan was diagnosed with FOP, Fibrodysplasia Ossificans Progressive, which is, “one of the rarest, most disabling genetic conditions. It affects one...
Families find fun at the Betterton American Legion Post 246
BETTERTON — It was a fun-filled time at the C. Henry Price Betterton American Legion post on Saturday as they joined other Legion posts nationwide for American Legion Family Day. The last Saturday of April, all posts are encouraged to open their doors to members of the community to recognize and celebrate the accomplishments of Legionnaires, Sons of the American Legion members, Legion Riders and American Legion Auxiliary, to bring awareness to the organization’s “Be the One” initiative to reduce the rate of veteran suicide. ...
Farm fresh: State visit highlights local agriculture
Maryland Agriculture Secretary Kevin Atticks recently embarked on a tour of Queen Anne’s County, where he visited several farms showcasing excellence in local farming programs. These farms highlighted innovative initiatives supported by both local and state grant funding operations, furthering their commitment to sustainable agriculture and environmental stewardship. The tour began at Kristy’s Backyard Blooms, a family-run business situated outside Centreville. Kristy Dulin showcased her farm’s greenhouse, which received funding support through a state grant. In addition to poultry and grain production, Kristy’s Backyard Blooms...
Chestertown Flashback: Rock Hall Passengers Await Ferry
This 1907 photograph from the Historical Society’s archives offers a look at the Rock Hall of the early 20th century. Its caption reads “passengers awaiting ferry,” focusing on the people who would traveling across the Chesapeake that day. The barrels and crates also visible in the photo provide a sense of the volume of goods that also crossed the Bay on a regular basis, in both directions. Image courtesy of the Historical Society of Kent County.
Victims of crime, family members experience catharsis
WORTON — There was healing through pain, and hope shining through exceedingly dark times during the Maryland Statewide Memorial Service for crime victims and their families on Sunday. Held at the Kent County Community Center, the service was hosted by the Baltimore, Carroll, Kent and St. Mary’s County State’s Attorney offices and the Maryland State Board of Victim Services. Victim/Witness Coordinator for the Kent County State’s Attorney’s Office Shelly McMath...
Road closure of Fords Corner Road between Burris Road and Arthursville Road in Hartly
HARTLY -- The Delaware Department of Transportation announces the closure of Fords Corner Road between Burris Road and Arthursville Road starting May 6 through May 10 for the ...
Athletes of the Week
Kent County Parks and Recreation Athletes of the Week are chosen from various youth teams throughout the county and are selected each week by coaching staff. Their dedication, passion and outstanding performances have left a lasting impact on their respective teams, and Kent County couldn’t be prouder. Let’s give them a round of applause and show our support for their incredible achievements!
Smyrna School District will retry referendum, but only for new school funding
The Smyrna School District amends its referendum request and holds a second-try vote on June 6. The district asked residents to increase property taxes in March for operating and capital expenses. The operating ask failed by about a 300-vote margin and the capital request by around 200. On this second...
DUMB band practices for 250th anniversary Tea Party
CHESTERTOWN — On Sunday, the silence was happily broken around 6:45 p.m. when the sound of brass instruments, snare pops, the booming of bass drums the crashing of symbols and the stomping of feet were heard down High Street. This was accompanied by Mark Mumford cheerfully bellowing instructions to his marchers. Sparking the impromptu performance was the DUMB band practicing for the 250th anniversary of the Chestertown Tea Party on...
Roger D. Brown Education Center dedicated at UM Shore Medical Center at Chestertown
CHESTERTOWN — The University of Maryland Chester River Health Foundation recently hosted a dedication of the Roger D. Brown Education Center in the Aging & Wellness Center at UM Shore Medical Center at Chestertown. The event was attended by approximately 60 of Brown’s friends, family members and community members. UM CRHF supports the advancement of patient care programs at the Chestertown hospital, which is part of University Maryland Shore Regional Health and the University of Maryland Medical System. Brown, who passed away in the fall...
Rollover Crash In Townsend Causing Major Backup In Townsend
A rollover crash occurred on Route 1 northbound at the DuPont Parkway underpass in Townsend,. The incident occurred Tuesday, at approximately 12:03 PM, and led to the closure of one lane in both directions of Route 1 north of the DuPont Parkway overpass. Paramedics were initially dispatched to the scene,...
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