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7 Mid-Atlantic Towns That Go All Out for Christmas

The best Christmas towns in the Mid-Atlantic turn their main streets into holiday destinations, with tree lightings, parades, markets, house tours and a lot of twinkle. We picked seven in Maryland, Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Virginia, chosen for holiday atmosphere, distinctive seasonal programming and how well they work for a day trip or weekend. Published 2026 dates are checked against official event and tourism websites.

New Jersey · 3d
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Maryland’s proposed changes to native reptile, amphibian regulations could impact some pet owners

BETHESDA, Md. - Maryland is considering changes to its native reptile and amphibian regulations that could potentially impact some pet owners and prevent the collection of certain animals. What we know:. According to the Maryland Department of Natural Resources (DNR), the regulation changes would prohibit the collection of diamondback terrapins...

Maryland · 3d
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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 · 3d

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This Maryland Seafood Restaurant Has a Massive Retro Arcade Filled With Games From Your Childhood

Thirty-eight pinball machines sit alongside rows of arcade classics at a Maryland seafood restaurant. Yes, you can finish a plate of steamed crabs and head straight for Pac-Man, Donkey Kong, or Galaga without leaving the building. The game room even includes pinball tables inspired by The Addams Family and Jurassic...

Maryland · 1d
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Popular Italian restaurant moving to Old Town Alexandria after serving DC for 47 years

Italian restaurant Floriana announced that it is closing its doors in Dupont Circle after serving the community for 47 years, and moving to Old Town Alexandria.

Washington, DC · 4d

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Four Virginia Lunch Counters Where Grilled Cheese And Milkshakes Still Taste Like 4

Some lunches are about more than food, and a grilled cheese at a real counter is one of them. Virginia still has a handful of spots where shakes are mixed to order and sandwiches come off a flat grill the old-fashioned way. These four places stretch from Fredericksburg to Floyd,...

Fredericksburg, VA · 4d

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Former Stafford supervisor’s plan for ‘historic adventure park’ hits roadblock

A former Stafford supervisor’s quest to create a new park in the county has hit a major snag. Joe Brito, who once represented the Hartwood District, has been on a multi-year mission to get the Stafford government to turn the now-closed Cannon Ridge golf course in the southern part of the county into what he called Thursday an “historic adventure park.”

Stafford, VA · 2d

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This Maryland and Virginia Beach Trip Comes With Wild Horses on the Island

Assateague Island pairs a Maryland-and-Virginia beach getaway with the chance to see free-roaming horses. Feral...

Maryland · 2d

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For A True Taste Of Southern Maryland, Grab A Seat At These 5 Old Country Kitchens

Southern Maryland has a food personality all its own, where crab cakes share the table with biscuits, grits, and pork chops. The best way to taste it is not at a fancy spot but at a busy diner counter or an old house with a front porch. These five kitchens,...

Charles County, MD · 6d

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A Former Top Chef Contestant Brought New Life To A Historic Virginia Bank Building With A Popular Restaurant

A former bank building now serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner under the direction of a chef who competed on Top Chef. That’s a remarkable transformation for a historic property, especially when the restaurant focuses on approachable, thoughtfully prepared food. The Virginia establishment is led by chef Joy Crump and...

Fredericksburg, VA · 1d

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How Does A Tiny Drive-In Survive Since 1950? Ask Regulars At Frost Diner In Warrenton

Some restaurants chase trends every year, and some just keep the griddle going. In a small Virginia town, one retro dining car has been feeding locals and road-trippers for generations. The menu runs all day, the counter stools are almost always taken, and the payment rule hasn’t changed in ages....

Warrenton, VA · 4d

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Just Salad Headed to New Virginia Location

The fast-casual dining scene has been getting progressively healthier, as diners demand more nutritional options that don’t sacrifice speed, flavor, or economy. Just Salad, a growing chain focused on the titular dish, is getting ready to help Falls Church diners answer that demand, with a new location coming soon to the neighborhood.

Falls Church, VA · 20h

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Families In Northern Virginia Have Celebrated Every Milestone At These 6 Italian Red-Sauce Restaurants

Every family has that one Italian spot where birthdays, graduations, and anniversaries seem to land year after year. In Northern Virginia, those places tend to share a few things: big plates of chicken parm, warm bread, meatballs, and servers who know how to make a table feel celebrated. This list...

Alexandria, VA · 2d

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List of Maryland’s Top Ten Noodle Spots Includes a Local Restaurant at #1

Maryland food influencer Nomtastic Kim has shared a list of her ten favorite places for noodles across the state, featuring restaurants in Montgomery County, Baltimore, Annapolis, and surrounding areas. The list highlights a variety of noodle dishes, including ramen, pho, pad Thai, Sichuan noodles, Korean-Chinese jajangmyeon, and Filipino pancit bihon....

Montgomery County, MD · 12h

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Silver Collection at Celebrate completes clubhouse and amenity renovations

Silver Collection at Celebrate  announced the completion of extensive renovations to its clubhouse and amenity spaces in Fredericksburg, Virginia, on Nov. 3, 2026. The property […] The post Silver Collection at Celebrate completes clubhouse and amenity renovations first appeared on This is JELD ⚡️ .

Fredericksburg, VA · 1d

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Alexandria Teens: Enter a 30-Second Video Contest for a $10,000 Prize

ALEXANDRIA, VA — Last spring, a West Potomac Academy student proved that a short video about money could earn national recognition. Micah Hill’s entry, Declined and Confused, won the Bankers’ Choice award in the American Bankers Association’s Lights, Camera, Save! competition. Now Burke & Herbert Bank is inviting the next generation of young filmmakers to give it a try.

Alexandria, VA · 2d

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Merry & Bright Holiday Light Displays 2026

Gather your group together for a drive or walk through a winter wonderland of twinkling holiday lights. With our area’s traditional walk/drive through displays there’s plenty of holiday cheer and sparkle to be found!. Here’s our list of light displays on our list are guaranteed to make you...

Vienna, VA · 1d

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Maryland’s Best New Restaurant of 2026 Has Been Named by Tasting Table

Chef’s Counter at Burnt Hill Farm in Clarksburg has been named Maryland’s Best New Restaurant of 2026 by Tasting Table, adding another national honor to a growing list of accolades for the Montgomery County dining destination. A video of the experience can be seen below. The recognition comes...

Clarksburg, MD · 1d

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$50,000 Powerball Ticket Sold in Bethesda

According to the Maryland Lottery, two Montgomery County coworkers have claimed a $50,000 Powerball prize after purchasing a winning ticket in Bethesda last month. The coworkers have been buying Powerball tickets together for years, taking turns purchasing tickets and splitting the cost to ensure they have an entry for every drawing.

Bethesda, MD · 2d