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Georgetown tiny home debate continues as pallet village owners sue town

A nonprofit seeking to build a tiny home community in Georgetown sued over a town decision to impose a pause on the development of such housing. The post Georgetown tiny home debate continues as pallet village owners sue town appeared first on Spotlight Delaware .

Georgetown, DE · 9d

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Talbot County Man Uses Lucky Penny to Win $30,000 on 30X Cash Scratch-Off

A Talbot County man got on a lucky roll. He found a penny, won $100 and turned it into a $30,000 win on 30X Cash. The retired machinery worker has the habit of finding coins and found a penny with the head facing up in a parking lot. He thought it was a lucky sign and used it on a scratch-off that won him $100. He then decided to use some of his winnings to purchase a 30X Cash scratch-off.

Talbot County, MD · 3d

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AG Anthony Brown Announces Settlement with Eastern Shore Landlord Over Alleged Housing Voucher Discrimination

Maryland Attorney General Anthony Brown Friday announced a settlement with Disney Properties, LLC. The Salisbury-based landlord owns, operates of manages about 100 rental properties on the Eastern Shore. The AG’s Civil Rights Division’s settlement resolves allegations of unlawful housing discrimination based on source of income. The company must pay $100,000 in civil penalties and made significant changes to its rental application and tenant screening practices.

Maryland · 1d

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Chandler: Sussex has passed the tipping point

Sussex County's debate over growth is often framed as a choice between prosperity and nostalgia, as if residents must accept unchecked development or resign themselves to stagnation. That is a false choice.

Sussex County, DE · 3d

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This Enchanting College Town In Maryland Will Steal Your Heart With Its Dining And Shopping

There’s a town on Maryland’s Eastern Shore where the river runs right through downtown and the fried chicken is treated like a local sport. That town is Salisbury, and it’s got a way of sneaking up on you with just how much charm it packs into a single afternoon.

Salisbury, MD · 2d

The Star Democrat

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MD school report cards released, Chapel Elementary rated five stars

EASTON — Talbot County’s five public elementary schools earned at least four stars on Maryland’s latest school report cards, with Chapel District Elementary School earning five stars. The annual report cards evaluate public schools on academic achievement, academic progress, progress toward English language proficiency, school quality and student success. High schools are also evaluated on graduation rates and readiness for postsecondary success. Talbot County’s elementary schools improved across all measures. Middle school results were mixed, while high school results improved from last year in graduation rates, progress toward English language proficiency and readiness for postsecondary success. Chapel District Elementary improved in every category and ranked in the 92nd percentile among Maryland schools. It earned 8.8 of 10 possible points for progress toward English language proficiency and 30 of 35 points for school quality and student success. Easton Elementary School rose from three to four stars, improving in all four major categories. Nearly all student groups improved in math proficiency and made gains in progress toward English language proficiency. Tilghman Elementary School also rose to four stars. It earned 12 of 18 possible points for school quality and student success and improved in academic achievement, though it fell short of its

Talbot County, MD · 1d

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Mail-In Ballots Reshape Talbot Council Race as Delean-Botkin Moves Into Third Place

A new count of mail-in ballots has dramatically changed the Talbot County Council election, moving Democrat Susan Delean-Botkin from sixth to third place and leaving Republican Frank Gunsallus outside the five leading positions. The latest unofficial results from the Maryland State Board of Elections show Democrat Pete Lesher leading with...

Talbot County, MD · 2d

Spotlight Delaware

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Lewes-area townhome development would bring affordable housing

A proposed townhome development next to Route 1 may be the first of several new additions to Sussex County's affordable housing program The post Lewes-area townhome development would bring affordable housing appeared first on Spotlight Delaware .

Sussex County, DE · 3d

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Maryland Bay Bridge to Shut Down Eastbound Span Sunday, Drivers Warned of Major Delays

A 14-hour closure for the Bay Bridge Run will squeeze traffic into one lane in...

Stevensville, MD · 3d

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Chesapeake Bay Bridge neighbors weigh in on plan for two new bridge spans

STEVENSVILLE, Md. — Plans to replace the Chesapeake Bay Bridge cleared a major hurdle this week, and people who live near the crossing and use it daily are weighing in. Cruz Ynostrosta drives across the bridge from Deale to get to work every day. “We want a faster commute,”...

Stevensville, MD · 1d

WBOC

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Bay Bridge Run scheduled for Sunday, MDTA warns of significant delays

QUEEN ANNE'S Co. - After last year's cancellation due to bad weather, the annual Bay Bridge run returns to Maryland Sunday!. The Maryland Transportation Authority is warning drivers about significant delays if they are trying to cross the bridge. The run is being held on the eastbound span of the...

Queen Anne'S County, MD · 10h

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State reviews townhouse project that includes affordable housing rentals

Few concerns were raised during a Nov. 4 review of a proposed 437-unit townhouse project off Janice Road west of Lewes. A presentation on the Vintners Reserve project was made during the state Preliminary Land Use Service meeting by David Hutt, the applicant’s attorney, and Ring Lardner, a civil engineer and president of Davis, Brown & Friedel Inc.

Lewes, DE · 2d

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Sheriff-Elect Mark Lewis Outlines Plans in Dorchester Co.

(DORCHESTER CO. Md ) – From Hurlock to downtown Cambridge. Dorchester County voters have made their choice, Mark Lewis will be the county’s new sheriff. We caught up with the sheriff elect about the first issues he plans to tackle after his swearing in. After winning the Republican...

Dorchester County, MD · 1d

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Delmarva Today 11-6-26 Two Big Upsets as Blue Wave Reaches Eastern Shore

Ernie Davis defeated incumbent county executive Julie Giordano, while Matt James ousted Ocean City Mayor Rick Meehan. Democrat Josh Hastings takes back seat in the House of Delegates for the Democrats. Host Don Rush Talks with Davis about his win and Mike Dunn, CEO and president of the Greater Salisbury Committee, about the significance of the result. Then, Rush talks with Delmarva Public Media's Bryan Russo about the ouster of longtime Ocean City Mayor Rick Meehan by Matt James. Finally, Rush has a conversation with Delegate-elect Josh Hastings about returning district 38 B to the Democratic fold.

Ocean City, MD · 1d

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Wawa opens 12th Sussex store, plans five more by 2028

Route 24 location near Lewes adds another fuel and food retailer to one of eastern Sussex County’s busiest growth corridors LEWES, Del. — Wawa has opened its 12th Sussex County store along Route 24 near Lewes and plans five more locations in the county by the end of 2028, continuing the convenience-store chain’s expansion in one of Delaware’s fastest-growing areas. ... Read More The post Wawa opens 12th Sussex store, plans five more by 2028 appeared first on Milford LIVE! - Local Delaware News, Kent and Sussex Counties .

Sussex County, DE · 2d

Delmarva Now | The Daily Times

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Santa Claus to star in 2026 Christmas parades across MD's Lower Shore

Ho! Ho! Ho! Happy Holidays from Maryland's Lower Shore! Check out Delmarva Now's ultimate guide to 2026 Christmas parades in towns such as Ocean City, Berlin and beyond. If you don't see your local parade on our list, please email us at newshub@delmarvanow.com. WINTERFEST OF LIGHTS GUIDE: What's new at Ocean City's 2026/2027 Winterfest of Lights celebration Ocean City WHEN: Saturday, Dec. 5, 2026 The 43rd annual Ocean City Christmas Parade will begin at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Dec. 5. The parade will travel from Old Landing Road north to 120th Street. An awards presentation will be held at the Carousel Oceanfront Hotel following the parade. Onlookers are invited to bring chairs and blankets for the parade, and advised to arrive early to secure their viewing spot. The southbound lanes of Coastal Highway will be closed for the parade, allowing spectators to safely gather curbside. OCEAN CITY ELECTS NEW MAYOR: Ocean City Mayor Meehan loses re-election bid, plus council results Salisbury WHEN: Sunday, Dec. 6, 2026 The 80th annual Salisbury Christmas Parade , hosted by the Salisbury Jaycees, will kick off Sunday, Dec. 6, at 1 p.m. The parade will begin at the corner of Civic Avenue and Mount Hermon

Ocean City, MD · 2d

Cape Gazette

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Development around Route 9 topic of Nov. 17 public workshop

With Route 9 traffic as far as the eye can see becoming a common occurrence on many days, Sussex County and state officials are giving residents insight into efforts to ease growing congestion. The state is trying to determine how to improve traffic on the key east-west corridor as housing...

Sussex County, DE · 3d

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Sussex County discusses changes to comply with new state development laws

Sussex County Council continues reviewing how the county will become compliant with new state laws governing development. House Bill 450 and Senate Bill 23 change the usual process of some Sussex County meetings, namely eliminating the need for a public hearing for new subdivisions in the county - as long as they meet current zoning requirements.

Sussex County, DE · 3d

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Outnumbered Shore Democrats Celebrate Gains in Wicomico County

In a Democratic wave likened to a Blue Tsunami, Maryland’s Eastern Shore bucked the national trend on Tuesday, electing and reelecting Republicans up and down the ballot, from school boards to a seat in Congress. One exception was Wicomico County, where a Republican County Executive Julie Giordano was defeated,...

Wicomico County, MD · 1d

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TidalHealth Mobile Mammography screenings for November 2026

SOMERSET, SUSSEX, WICOMICO and WORCESTER counties — TidalHealth Mobile Mammography brings 3D breast cancer screenings directly to communities across the Delmarva Peninsula, helping reduce barriers to care and improve access to early detection close to home. The program will offer the following screening events in November 2026:. Nov. 4:...

Wicomico County, MD · 3d