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The Star Democrat

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Eastern Shore winner claims FAST PLAY ticket worth $1.4 million

CHESTER — A Queen Anne’s County Maryland Lottery player using the nickname Eastern Shore Millionaire was understandably in shock on Oct. 15 when he realized that he won a FAST PLAY 20X Cash progressive jackpot worth $1,452,675. The entrepreneur told Lottery officials that he had been playing that game for months. After purchasing this ticket, he scanned it and realized he had won something but didn’t think it was the progressive jackpot. He scanned it a few more times and then noticed that the progressive jackpot on the $20 game had reset back to $300,000, which is the game’s base amount after someone has won a progressive jackpot. That’s when he started to believe it was real. “I called my mom right away,” he said. “She was in shock, too.” His next move was to put the ticket in a safe and call a lawyer and accountant for advice. He plans to invest some of his windfall but also wants to take a long-awaited vacation. But, to start, he took his mom to dinner after claiming the prize at Lottery headquarters in Baltimore on Nov. 5. “He works so hard,” his mom said. “He truly deserves this.” The ticket was

Chester, MD · 2d

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Why Do Eastern Shore Families Keep Driving To These 6 Small-Town Seafood Diners?

Some of the best crab cakes on Maryland’s Eastern Shore come from towns with fewer residents than a big-city high school. Families pile into the car and head down two-lane roads to watermen villages, island communities, and marina hideaways just to grab a booth and a plate of local seafood.

Maryland · 2d
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Daily Voice

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From Chicken Necks To Ashes: Pasadena Crabber's Livelihood Goes Up In Flames

A Maryland crabber caught fire trying to save the boat that kept his family afloat, only to watch a decade of hard work go up in smoke. Scott Kolodziejski, who runs Pasadena-based Family's Crustacean Station with his wife, Candice Knight, was aboard the vessel when the fire broke out on Wednesday, N…

Pasadena, MD · 21h

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This Affordable Maryland Town Is So Cheap, Retirees Say Social Security Covers It All

There’s a town on Maryland’s Eastern Shore where retirees have been living their best lives without quietly panicking every time they open their bank statements. Centreville, Maryland is that town, and it’s the kind of place that makes you wonder why nobody told you about it sooner.

Centreville, MD · 1d
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12 people sentenced in Annapolis drug trafficking case tied to Clay Street

BALTIMORE (WBFF) — Twelve people were sentenced in federal court for their roles in a drug-trafficking organization that operated on and around Clay Street in Annapolis, prosecutors announced Friday. U.S. District Judge Matthew J. Maddox imposed the sentences. The U.S. Attorney’s Office for Maryland announced the sentences with the...

Annapolis, MD · 2d

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$1.45 Million Winning Lottery Ticket Sold in Maryland

According to the Maryland Lottery, a Queen Anne’s County man has claimed a $1,452,675 jackpot after purchasing a winning FAST PLAY ticket in Chester. The winner, who goes by the nickname “Eastern Shore Millionaire,” purchased the $20 FAST PLAY 20X Cash ticket on October 15. After scanning it several times, he realized he had won the game’s progressive jackpot.

Maryland · 2d

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This Maryland Steakhouse And Seafood Spot On The Water Is Perfect For An Unforgettable Night Out

There’s a restaurant in Annapolis, Maryland that sits right on the water and makes you wonder why you ever eat anywhere else. Chart House Prime is that restaurant, and an unforgettable night out starts the moment you pull into the marina. Let’s be honest about something. Most waterfront...

Annapolis, MD · 2d

The Star Democrat

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Death of man in Caroline County custody under investigation

DENTON — A 43-year-old man died Saturday after staff found him unresponsive in his cell at the Caroline County Detention Center, according to the Caroline County Office of the Sheriff. Caroline County Department of Correction staff found Alex Williamson at about 8 p.m. Nov. 7, called 911 and began lifesaving measures, the sheriff’s office said. Paramedics pronounced Williamson dead at 8:36 p.m. Williamson had been in custody for about a day. According to court records, he was arrested Nov. 6 and was being held without bond while awaiting trial on charges of first-degree assault, armed robbery, reckless endangerment, handgun in a vehicle and loaded handgun in a vehicle. The sheriff’s office’s criminal investigation division is investigating the death with assistance from the Caroline County State’s Attorney’s Office and the Caroline County Drug Task Force. Williamson’s body was taken to the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner in Baltimore for an autopsy. Anyone with information is asked to call the sheriff’s office at 410-479-2515.

Caroline County, MD · 17h

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Maryland’s offensive struggles lead to 86-74 loss to geographic rival

Maryland men’s basketball’s 2026-2027 season was supposed to be different than last last year’s team —its worst in program history. Saturday night against Georgetown was the first true measuring stick for the Terps. They failed miserably. Maryland allowed Georgetown to dominate nearly every facet of the...

Georgetown, MD · 1d

Daily Mail

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Desperate search for teen, 18, who vanished underwater after his 10ft boat capsized on Maryland lake

The search and rescue mission for the teen boater entered its third day on Saturday. He was last seen launching his aluminum jon boat, police said.

Havre De Grace, MD · 1d

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This Unassuming Maryland Town Has a Historic District, a Scenic Waterfront, and a Bakery Worth the Drive

A bakery serving fresh pastries sits within walking distance of a riverside park with a fishing pier. That’s a lovely combination for a Maryland town where a stroll can turn into an afternoon. Along Main Street, historic buildings hold antique shops, boutiques, and cafes. One bakery offers coffee and...

North East, MD · 2d

Daily Voice

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Wrong-Way Driver, Baltimore Motorist Killed In Early-Morning I-95 Crash In Maryland: Police

A wrong-way driver and another motorist were killed in an early-morning crash on I-95 in Maryland, where investigators believe alcohol and speed may have played a role, state police said. Taleb Ait Zakariae, 37, of Rosedale, and Timothy Summerville Jr., 47, of Baltimore, were both pronounced dead at…

Baltimore, MD · 1d

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Woman Fatally Stabbed in Northeast Baltimore, Police Investigating

Baltimore Police are investigating after a woman was fatally stabbed Friday morning. The victim died at Good Samaritan Hospital.

Baltimore, MD · 2d

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Baltimore Lawyer Disbarred After Missed Trials, Unfiled Petitions Pile Up

A Baltimore attorney who has practiced law since 2002 has been disbarred after a judge found he repeatedly abandoned clients, lied about filing paperwork, and once skipped a client's trial to travel to the Caribbean. Roland Patrick Brown was disbarred by the Supreme Court of Maryland, which issued a brief per curiam order against him, with a full opinion expected later.

Baltimore, MD · 2d

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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 · 2d

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DIAA 3A Playoff Scenarios entering Week 11

We know the 8 teams who will make up the Class 3A field, but there's still room for a lot of changes in the order. The simplest solution would be Middletown defeating Appoquinimink on Friday night to clinch Class 3A-1 directly, and not avoid a tiebreaker, which they'd still win unless they gave up at least 32 points to the Jags in a loss.

Middletown, DE · 1d

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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 · 1d

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Maryland Woman Pleads Guilty to Stealing $238K and Tax Fraud

46-year-old Pasadena, MD woman has pleaded guilty to stealing more than $238,000 from a local youth athletic organization and failing to report the stolen money on her Maryland income tax return. According to Maryland Attorney General Anthony G. Brown, Kelley Ann Haley, the former treasurer of the Pasadena Buccaneers Athletic...

Pasadena, MD · 2d