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Talbot County Free Library’s St. Michaels Branch announces Food Drive in December

Talbot County Free Library’s St. Michaels Branch announces Food Drive in DecemberST. MICHAELS (NOVEMBER 30) – Talbot County Free Library’s St. Michaels Branch will be holding a food drive during this winter for those in need.  The Food Drive will be taking place during normal business hours on December 1 through December 21 at the St. Michaels Branch, located at 106 Fremont Street. Items that will be accepted include canned goods and non-perishable items.  The items will be given to the St. Michaels

Mid-Atlantic Symphony to Share Holiday Joy With Festive Performances December 3, 4 and

CONTACT: DANE KRICH (410-917-7587)  Mid-Atlantic Symphony to Share Holiday JoyWith Festive Performances December 3, 4 and 5  The Mid-Atlantic Symphony Orchestra continues its tradition of sharing seasonal cheer when it presents its popular Holiday Joy program, with acclaimed French soprano Norah Amsellem as guest soloist.  “Holiday Joy affords us the opportunity to celebrate the season with orchestral and vocal works representing a variety of cultures and traditions, reminding us of the diversity of

Local Businesses Support Haven Ministries Homes of Hope

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE (STEVENSVILLE, MD – NOVEMBER 19, 2021)CONTACT: Krista Pettit, 410-739-4363 Local Businesses Support Haven Ministries Homes of Hope Haven Ministries has had an overwhelming response from local businesses to its Homes of Hope project with businesses donating a variety of materials and services toward the completion of the homes. Homes of Hope – two new 1700 square foot single-family homes located in Stevensville – will provide hope to those participating in Haven Ministries Housing

Lara Wilson Honored as Outstanding Rural Health Advocate

         Media Contact:  Kate LaMotte, Marketing and Communications Specialist, UM Shore Regional Health, Email: kgallagher@umm.edu, Cell: 410-253-0160        Lara Wilson Honored as Outstanding Rural Health AdvocateEASTON, Md. - (November 23, 2021) – Lara Wilson, Director of Rural Health Care Transformation for University of Maryland Shore Regional Health, was recently honored by the Maryland Rural Health Association as recipient of the organization’s 2021 Outstanding

Earth Data Expands Technical Staff

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE (CENTREVILLE, MD – NOVEMBER 23, 2021) CONTACT: Mark Williams, CEO, Earth Data, Inc., 410.758.8160   Earth Data Expands Technical Staff   Earth Data, Inc., which provides field-oriented hydrogeological and environmental consulting services throughout the Mid-Atlantic region, announces the appointment of two new employees: Benjamin Gemballa, Project Geologist, and Kayla Warhola, Staff Geologist. Gemballa of Apollo, PA, recently completed his Master of Science degree in Seismology

Talbot County Department of Corrections Donates to St. Mark’s Village for Thanksgiving

For Immediate ReleaseEaston, MD – November 28, 2021Contact: Jessica Morris, Talbot County Government, 410-770-8010   Talbot County Department of Corrections Donates to St. Mark’s Village for Thanksgiving   The Talbot County Department of Corrections held an employee drive to collect donations for two residents of St. Mark’s Village in Easton. The Thanksgiving baskets included everything from meats, cheeses, eggs, and canned goods for a Thanksgiving meal to cleaning supplies and toiletries. "We had

Mid-Atlantic Symphony’s Brass Quintet Presents Special Program in Easton on December 19

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE (November 29, 2021)CONTACT: DANE KRICH (410-917-7587)  Mid-Atlantic Symphony’s Brass QuintetPresents Special Program in Easton on December 19  The Mid-Atlantic Symphony Orchestra’s Brass Quintet will perform a selection of classical brass repertoire and seasonal favorites during a special program in Easton on Sunday, December 19.  The program, at Christ Church, 111 South Harrison Street, begins at 4 PM. Tickets are $35 and may be purchased in advance, online at

Ring in the Holidays with Alpacas

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE  Contact:        Phil and Vickie Liske                         pvliske@outstandingdreamsfarm.com(410) 673-2002  Ring in the Holidays with AlpacasPreston, MD - As the holidays approach, there are many exciting events planned for families to participate in such as caroling, cookie exchanges, craft shows and even meeting the big man in red himself. If you are looking for something new to experience that family members of all ages will be talking about for months to come, mark your

For All Seasons Welcomes Six New Board Members

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE (EASTON, MD – NOVEMBER 16, 2021)CONTACT: BETH ANNE LANGRELL, 410-822-1018   For All Seasons Welcomes Six New Board Members   For All Seasons has welcomed six new members to its Board of Directors – Kamari A. Collins of Easton; Aimee Dietsch, DHSc, of Easton; Gary Goldstein, MD, of St. Michaels; Leonard Wolf, CPA, RIA, of Easton; Michael T. Flaherty, Ph.D., of Tilghman; and Elizabeth Spurry, CFP, CTFA, of Trappe. “These new board members bring a depth of experience in their diverse

Easton Choral Arts Society Presents A Merry Rutter Christmas

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE (NOVEMBER 11, 2021)CONTACT: PENNY HALL 410-310-1484eastonchoralarts.org  Easton Choral Arts Society Presents A Merry Rutter Christmas  Easton Choral Arts Society presents “A Merry Rutter Christmas” on Thursday, December 2 at 7:30 p.m. and on Sunday, December 5 at 4 p.m. on the stage at Christ Church Easton and also simulcast over YouTube.  “Easton Choral Arts will begin its 44th season in person, with our annual Christmas concert featuring some new choral gems, as well as numerous

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE (EASTON, MD – NOVEMBER 11, 2021) CONTACT: BETH ANNE LANGRELL, 410-822-1018

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE (EASTON, MD – NOVEMBER 11, 2021)CONTACT: BETH ANNE LANGRELL, 410-822-1018   For All Seasons Wraps Up Successful No Matter What...You Matter 2021 Campaign   For All Seasons goal with its No Matter What... You Matter suicide prevention and awareness campaign is to prevent suicide on Maryland's Eastern Shore through education and increased access to crisis resources. Research shows that suicide is a leading cause of death on the Eastern Shore and in the United States, but we can all

For All Seasons Hosts “Holiday Village with Frosty the Snowman”

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE (EASTON, MD – NOVEMBER 11, 2021)CONTACT: BETH ANNE LANGRELL, 410-822-1018   For All Seasons Hosts “Holiday Village with Frosty the Snowman”   For All Seasons will kick off the holidays with a fun family event on Friday, December 3, 2021, from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. on the Talbot County Courthouse Lawn at 11 N. Washington Street in Easton. Frosty’s Holiday Village will celebrate different seasonal holidays, including Christmas, Hannukah, and Kwanzaa while highlighting the importance of

Holiday traditions return to St. Michaels on Dec. 11

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE              For more information, contact:            Bethany Ziegler, Senior Communications ManagerChesapeake Bay Maritime Museum410-310-0607, bziegler@cbmm.org     (ST MICHAELS, MD – Wednesday, November 10, 2021)   Holiday traditions return to St. Michaels on Dec. 11 As part of the annual Christmas in St. Michaels festivities, the Chesapeake Independent Blues and the Fort McHenry Guard will return to the Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum this December to re-create the early 19th

Conor’s Project Raises $24,000 for Critchlow Adkins

For further information, contact Cristy Morrell of Critchlow Adkins Children’s Centers at cmorrell@cacckids.org.   Conor’s Project Raises $24,000 for Critchlow Adkins   On September 26th, the community came together to celebrate the life of Conor Nashold at the Fourth Annual Conor’s Project Skeet Shoot Tournament.  Conor’s Project was organized by his grandfather Rennie Gay in 2017 after Conor passed away in a tragic pool accident.  To honor Conor’s legacy, his family donates the proceeds from the

Mid-Shore Pro Bono recognizes top volunteer attorneys

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE  For more information, contact:                       Tracey Johns, Publicist, Mid-Shore Pro Bono410-924-7265, traceyfjohns@gmail.com  (EASTON, CHESTERTOWN, SALISBURY, MD – November 11, 2021)  Mid-Shore Pro Bono recognizes top volunteer attorneys  Mid-Shore Pro Bono joined the Oct. 24-30 National Celebration of Pro Bono by recognizing its volunteer attorneys for their work providing access to legal representation for civil matters and the public good.  The nonprofit hosted an

Eastern Shore Sea Glass Festival returns to CBMM

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE                   For more information, contact:                         Bethany Ziegler, Senior Communications Manager                  Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum                  410-745-4995, bziegler@cbmm.org                            (ST MICHAELS, MD – Thursday, November 4, 2021)   Eastern Shore Sea Glass Festival returns to CBMM   On Saturday, Nov. 20, and Sunday, Nov. 21, the Eastern Shore Sea Glass & Coastal Arts Festival will return to the Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum

Senator Van Hollen’s Internship applications for the spring, summer, and fall of 2022 are now open.

Senator Van Hollen’s Internship applications for the spring, summer, and fall of 2022 are now open.    The applications and more information regarding internship opportunities in our office can be found on our website at:https://www.vanhollen.senate.gov/constituent-services/internships 

Talbot Hospice Selected to Participate in 2021 Hospice Cup

Talbot Hospice Selected to Participate in 2021 Hospice CupEaston, Md. – Talbot Hospice is pleased to announce its selection as one of three beneficiaries of the 2021 Hospice Cup Sailing Regatta to be held on September 18th in Annapolis.“We are thrilled to be part of the 2021 Hospice Cup and play a role in raising awareness and funds with other hospice programs across Maryland who share our mission,” said Mia Cranford, Talbot Hospice Development Director. “We appreciate the early support of our community in

SHAFER IS APPOINTED TO ADMINISTRATIVE INTERN POSITION

Mrs Susie Shafer SHAFER IS APPOINTED TO ADMINISTRATIVE INTERN POSITION (Easton, MD) Mrs. Susie Shafer has been appointed as Administrative Intern at St. Michaels Elementary School. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Drama from Washington College, a Masters of Arts in Teaching Early Childhood Education from Towson University, and an Administration 1 Certificate from Salisbury University. Mrs. Shafer has held numerous teaching positions in Talbot County Public Schools since joining the TCPS Team in

TCPS CONTINUES TO PLAN FOR A FULL RETURN TO IN PERSON LEARNING

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEContact:        Debbie Gardner (410) 822-0330                         dgardner@talbotschools.org                        August 12, 2021  TCPS CONTINUES TO PLAN FOR AFULL RETURN TO IN PERSON LEARNING  (Easton, MD) Superintendent Kelly Griffith presented the district’s plans for a full return to school in person to the Talbot County Board of Education at their August meeting, indicating that some decisions are still pending.  Dr. Griffith continues to confer with the Talbot County

USAD Announces $500 Million in Emergency Rural Health Care Grant Funding Available through American

$500 Million in Emergency Rural Health Care Grant Funding Available through American Rescue PlanUSDA is providing up to $500 million in grant funding for eligible applicants and eligible facilities to help broaden access to COVID-19 testing and vaccines, health care services, telehealth services, food assistance through food banks and food distribution facilities, and collaborative, evidence-based support for the long-term sustainability of rural health care.USDA will make this $500 million in grant funding

Biden-Harris Administration Announces Availability of Up To $500 Million in Emergency Rural Health C

    Biden-Harris Administration Announces Availability of Up To $500 Million in Emergency Rural Health Care Funds Under the American Rescue Plan    Funding Will Expand Access to COVID-19 Vaccines, Health Care Services and Food Assistance in Rural America    ST. PETER, MINN., Aug. 12, 2021 – The Biden-Harris Administration today announced that the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) is making up

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CHESAPEAKE FILM FESTIVAL is LIVE and VIRTUAL October 1-10, 2021 For more information: chesapeakefilm

CHESAPEAKE FILM FESTIVAL is LIVE and VIRTUAL October 1-10, 2021 For more information: chesapeakefilmfestival.com   Easton, Maryland, August 13, 2021—As the lights dim in the grandeur of the historic Avalon Theatre in Easton, MD, a hush falls over the audience.  Excitement builds as the first images of the 14th annual Chesapeake Film Festival mark the return of a LIVE Festival October 1 and 2.   And what better way to kick off an Eastern Shore Festival than to present the world premiere of the Bay

Talbot County Department of Corrections Honors Correctional Employee of the Year

For Immediate ReleaseEaston, MD – August 13, 2021Contact: Jessica Morris, Talbot County Government, 410-770-8010  Talbot County Department of Corrections Honors Correctional Employee of the Year   Corporal Vernon Cephas of Easton was recently honored as the 2020 Employee of the Year for the Talbot County Department of Corrections. Corporal Cephas has been employed with the Department since December 2016 and is presently assigned to the Department’s Transportation Unit. He has received specialized

Neurofeedback Helps with Emotional Regulation

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE (EASTON, MD – AUGUST 16, 2021)CONTACT: BETH ANNE LANGRELL, 410-822-1018   Neurofeedback Helps with Emotional Regulation Neurofeedback is a type of Biofeedback that utilizes a person’s brain activity (EEG) as a tool for therapeutic intervention. It can reduce the effects of many emotional and physical conditions without medication for people across the life span and is often done in conjunction with psychotherapy to reduce compulsive behaviors and/or improve self-regulation. Carol

Choptank Community Health urges childhood immunizations

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE          Contact: Lucie Hughes, Director of Communication                        Choptank Community Health System                        410-479-2650, lhughes@choptankhealth.org (Caroline, Dorchester, Talbot Counties, Maryland – August 17, 2021) Choptank Community Health urges childhood immunizations Choptank Community Health System is recognizing National Immunization Awareness Month this August by urging parents to keep their children current on all vaccinations before the

QUEENSTOWN BANK AVP/EASTON BRANCH MANAGER, HEATHER DODD GRADUATES FROM MARYLAND BANKER’S ASSOCIATION

QUEENSTOWN BANK AVP/EASTON BRANCH MANAGER, HEATHER DODD GRADUATES FROM MARYLAND BANKER’S ASSOCIATION BANKING SCHOOL; TEAM WINS BANK SIMULATION COMPETITION QUEENSTOWN, MARYLAND (August 12, 2021) – Queenstown Bank of Maryland’s AVP/Easton Branch Manager, Heather Dodd graduated from the Maryland Banker’s Association (MBA) Banking School on August 6th, 2021 The Maryland Banking School is a three-year curriculum designed to increase the knowledge and skills of its students who can apply that knowledge to their

Willow Construction Announces Promotions of Two Key Team Members

Willow Construction Announces Promotions of Two Key Team Members    Easton, MD:  Willow Construction has announced the promotion of two key employees, Dianne McClarren and Crystal Dadds. McClarren has been promoted to the role of Controller, and Dadds has been promoted to the role of Office Manager. Both are long-term employees of Willow Construction who have had a variety of roles with increasing responsibility throughout their careers with the company.  McClarren started with Willow Construction as an

For All Season Sponsors School Supplies Giveaway and Resource Fair for East End Neighbors

For All Season Sponsors School Supplies Giveaway and Resource Fair for East End Neighbors   With the school year starting around the corner, For All Seasons is hosting a Back to School Giveaway event for its East End neighbors on Thursday, August 19, from 6:00 to 7:30 p.m. in the rear parking lot of its headquarters building at 300 Talbot Street in Easton. Participating students will receive a backpack filled with school supplies including such items as a notebook, pencils, tissues, glue stick, ruler and

Michael McAdams Appointed Director of Talbot County Department of Emergency Services (DES)

Michael McAdams Appointed Director of Talbot County Department of Emergency Services (DES)   Michael McAdams has been appointed Director of Talbot County Department of Emergency Services. A leader in the field of emergency management, McAdams has more than 30 years of experience in a variety of emergency services roles. Most recently, he was Project Manager of the Planning and Organization Section of the Maryland-National Captial Region Emergency Response System (MDERS). “Mike has years of experience in

Easton Choral Arts Invites Singers to Join 44th Season

eastonchoralarts.orgEaston Choral Arts Invites Singers to Join 44th Season On Tuesday, September 7, the Easton Choral Arts Society will resume regular rehearsals and invites area singers who are interested in participating to contact the organization by visiting eastonchoralarts.org.  Over the past year, Easton Choral Arts adjusted to the worldwide COVID-19 pandemic as it presented two concerts featuring both archived materials from past seasons, and also a studio-produced spring concert titled “Bridge to

Talbot County Council Meeting Highlights, August 10, 2021

Talbot County Council Meeting Highlights, August 10, 2021  The Talbot County Council held their regularly scheduled meeting on August 10 with all Council members present with the exception of Council member Laura Price.   The County Council welcomed Michael McAdams who has been appointed the new Director of Talbot County Emergency Services and began work with Talbot County on August 2. McAdams served 30 years with the Montgomery County Fire & Rescue Service retiring as the Assistant Fire Chief of Special

Derek Hills of Easton receives 2021 Maryland Pro Bono Service Award Lee A. Caplan Award

EASTON — Local attorney, Derek Hills received the Lee A. Caplan Award this month at the MSBA Legal Summit. Nominated by Mid-Shore Pro Bono, Hills was chosen for the Caplan Award — an award geared toward a solo or small firm practitioner who has rendered pro bono service over many years.“The Awards Committee received a terrific response to our request for nominations this year,” Dave Pantzer, Director of Education, Outreach, & Technology, Pro Bono Resource Center of Maryland said. “With such a wonderful

Shore United Bank Gift Launches Channel Marker Caroline Youth Center Campaign

Shore United Bank Gift Launches Channel Marker Caroline Youth Center Campaign A gift from Shore United Bank is launching the public phase of an exciting new $250,000 fundraising effort, The Campaign to Build Trust, Hope, and Dignity in Caroline County, to create a new youth center for children ages 5 to 18 suffering with mental illness. The $5,000 grant supports the purchase of a new home and necessary renovations to transform the lives of Caroline County children. Located in Denton, Maryland, this new

QUEENSTOWN BANK PRESIDENT & CEO KEVIN CASHEN ELECTED CHAIRMAN-ELECT TO MARYLAND BANKERS ASSOCIATION

QUEENSTOWN BANK PRESIDENT & CEO KEVIN CASHEN ELECTED CHAIRMAN-ELECT TO MARYLAND BANKERS ASSOCIATION EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE QUEENSTOWN, MARYLAND (June 15, 2021)  Kevin B. Cashen Queenstown Bank of Maryland’s President & CEO, Kevin B. Cashen was elected Chairman-Elect to the Maryland Banker’s Association (MBA) at the MBA’s 126th Annual Meeting on June 8th, 2021. With over 30 years of banking experience, Cashen joined Queenstown Bank of Maryland in May 2017 as President & CEO, taking the helm after the

Angela Lane Retires as Talbot County Finance Director

Angela Lane Retires as Talbot County Finance Director After recently preparing and presenting one last budget for Talbot County Council, Angela Lane of Easton has retired from her position as Talbot County’s Finance Director after 30 years as a public servant. Lane, who is a graduate of the University of Maryland College Park and the University of Madrid in Madrid, Spain, started her accounting career in private industry. In 1987, she took a position with local government, working as Director of

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder Among Emergency Responders

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder Among Emergency Responders   We have all heard about Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) – an anxiety problem that develops in some people after extremely traumatic events, such as combat, crime, an accident, or natural disaster. But sometimes, PTSD is common in certain professions, like police, firefighters, paramedics, nurses, and even mental health workers. According to the American Psychological Association, people with PTSD may relive the trauma of an event through

Gross Joins UM Shore Medical Group - Gastroenterology

         Media Contact:  Joanna Pierce, Marketing and Communications Specialist, UM Shore Regional Health E: Joanna.Pierce@umm.edu  Cell: 443-480-0448        Gross Joins UM Shore Medical Group - GastroenterologyEaston, Md. (July 2, 2021) – Beth Gross, MS, ACNP, has joined UM Shore Medical Group – Gastroenterology. She is the latest provider to join the Gastroenterology practice, which also includes Hamza Abdulla, MD, George Kunnackal John, MD, Volkan Taskin, MD, Matthew Troshinsky, MD,

UM Shore Medical Center at Easton Unveils Transformation of Hospital’s Cafeteria Into An ‘Easton Mar

         Media Contact:  Katie Willis, Marketing and Communications Specialist, UM Shore Regional Health E: Katherine.Willis@umm.edu  Cell: 410-829-3877        UM Shore Medical Center at Easton Unveils Transformation of Hospital’s Cafeteria Into An ‘Easton Marketplace’  EASTON, MD (July 7, 2021) – Following a week-long renovation and refresh, UM Shore Medical Center at Easton recently unveiled its newly renovated “Easton Marketplace,” replacing the traditional cafeteria, a project

Choptank Community Health recognizes National Health Center Week

Choptank Community Health recognizes National Health Center Week Choptank Community Health System is recognizing National Health Center Week this Aug. 8-14 with “Community Health Centers: The Chemistry for Strong Communities” the theme for the National Association of Community Health Center’s annual initiative. “This year’s National Health Center Week honors the values, services, affordability, and innovations community health centers bring to our communities,” said Choptank Health CEO Sara Rich. “We

Mid Shore Foster Parents Attend Shorebirds Game

Mid Shore Foster Parents Attend Shorebirds Game The Mid Shore Departments of Social Services recently sponsored a trip to a Shorebirds game in Salisbury in appreciation of foster and adoptive parents on the Mid Shore. Families from Talbot, Caroline, Dorchester and Queen Anne's attended the game. Each family member was provided with a parking pass, tickets to general seating and each person received $20 in "Bird Bucks” to be spent on food, drinks, games and souvenirs. “Families watched the game, caught

Talbot County Children’s Advocacy Center’s New Location Offers New Beginnings

Talbot County Children’s Advocacy Center’s New Location Offers New BeginningsFor 18 years, the Talbot County Children’s Advocacy Center (TCCAC) has provided child victims of physical and sexual abuse and their families the services and supports they need. These include forensic interviews, medical examinations, family advocacy, therapeutic survivors' groups, and other specialized activities designed to promote healing for children and their families. Throughout this time, the University of Maryland Shore

Talbot County Roads Department Expands Paving Efforts

Easton, MD – August 5, 2021 Contact: Warren Edwards, Superintendent Talbot County Roads Department (410) 770-8150   Talbot County Roads Department Expands Paving Efforts     Talbot County residents may notice a smoother ride while traveling along the County’s backroads. More than two miles of new asphalt paving has been laid on Chapel Road, Deep Neck Road, and most recently Rest Circle since March 2021, funded through this year’s County budget appropriations. The Talbot County Department of Roads

Londonderry on the Tred Avon Recognized as Best Residential Community by Coastal Style Magazine

Londonderry on the Tred Avon Recognized as Best Residential Community by Coastal Style MagazineEaston, Md. – Londonderry on the Tred Avon is pleased to announce that it has been named the “Best Residential Community” in Talbot and Dorchester Counties by the readers of Coastal Style magazine.“This recognition means so much to our entire community, especially after the challenging year we have just come through together,” said Rachel Smith, Sales and Marketing Director. “We are proud that our commitment to

Dixon House Gentlemen Share Comradery

Dixon House Gentlemen Share Comradery By Amelia Blades Steward For the first time in a while, there are several male residents at The Dixon House, an independent and assisted living home for elderly men and women in Easton. Dixon House was founded in 1910 as the Home for the Aged Women of Talbot and Caroline counties – specifically helping senior women who needed comfortable and affordable homes. In 1984, to commemorate the Dixon family who helped to found the “home,” the Board of Directors renamed it

Sukhdeo Singh Joins UM Shore Medical Group - Neurology and Sleep Medicine

Sukhdeo Singh Joins UM Shore Medical Group - Neurology and Sleep Medicine EASTON, Md. (August 2, 2021) – UM Shore Medical Group – Neurology and Sleep Medicine recently welcomed Rena Sukhdeo Singh, MD. A board-certified neurologist, she joins M. Walid Kamsheh, MD; Rahel Alemu, CRNP; Fallon Bauer, PA-C; Trisha Lemay, CRNP; and Tatyana Valentin, CRNP, in the Easton-based practice. Dr. Sukhdeo Singh most recently completed a Fellowship in Vascular Neurology (Stroke) at the National Institutes of Health in

Dr Selman Joins Unv. of MD Emergency Department in Chestertown

Chestertown Emergency Department Welcomes Geriatric Specialist, Katherine Selman, MD  Physician Brings Expertise In Geriatric Emergency Medicine As Hospital Prepares For Designation As Age Friendly Health System  CHESTERTOWN, Md. (August 3, 2021) -  The University of Maryland Shore Medical Center at Chestertown is taking a significant step in its plans to become a designated Age Friendly Health System with the addition of  Katherine Selman, MD, to the hospital’s Emergency Department. Dr. Selman comes to

Tickets on Sale for Mid-Atlantic Symphony Orchestra’s “Heroic Return” Season

Tickets on Sale for Mid-Atlantic Symphony Orchestra’s “Heroic Return” Season  The Mid-Atlantic Symphony Orchestra will make “A Heroic Return” to full orchestral performances in its 2021-2022 season, with all five subscription series concerts presented at venues in Delaware’s Cape Henlopen region as well as on Maryland’s Eastern Shore.  The Orchestra’s 24th season includes Beethoven’s Symphony No. 3 in E-flat Major (“Eroica”), as well as works by Brahms, Mozart, Tchaikovsky, Vivaldi and more. It also marks

Understanding Mental Health Issues Among Black, Indigenous, People Of Color (BIPOC)

Understanding Mental Health Issues Among Black, Indigenous, People Of Color (BIPOC)   Our culture, beliefs, sexual identity, values, race, and language all affect how we perceive and experience mental health conditions, including whether we get mental health care and the type of treatment we pursue. It can also affect certain groups if they have experienced discrimination due to their identity, which may cause depression symptoms to manifest themselves as anger more than sadness. Barriers to mental health

Steve Lingeman Offers Squarespace Workshops for Nonprofits and Small Businesses

Have you ever wanted to learn about the website development platform, Squarespace? Steve Lingeman of Easton, founder of the Photo Easton website and the “Photos for Food Banks Project,” will be offering workshops this fall at the Oxford Community Center to introduce small businesses and nonprofits a basic five-week introduction to Squarespace to create their own websites. "The Squarespace website platform offers it all - from a simple portfolio capability to a full-blown shopping cart system, email

Pride of Baltimore II to visit St. Michaels Aug. 7-8

The tall ship Pride of Baltimore II willvisit the Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum in St. Michaels, Md. the first weekend in August. The replica schooner will be available for deck tours from 2–5pm on Saturday & Sunday, Aug. 7–8, 2021. Tours are free with general admission to CBMM, which is good for two days and free for CBMM members.     In conjunction with the visit, the Chesapeake Independent Blues, a Maryland War of 1812 volunteer interpretive organization, will also be on CBMM’s campus Aug. 7–8,

KIM SWYKA JOINS LENDING TEAM AT THE PEOPLES BANK

KIM SWYKA JOINS LENDING TEAM AT THE PEOPLES BANK CHESTERTOWN, MD, July 28, 2021 – The Peoples Bank is excited to announce that Kim Swyka has joined our team of lenders as a loan officer and Vice President. A native of Cecil County, Swyka comes to the Bank with 35 years of experience in community banking. “We couldn’t be more excited to have Kim on board with our lending team,” stated David Bowman, Senior Vice President and Chief Lending Officer. “Her prior experience is a huge asset to our already

Talbot Goes Purple Save a Life

Operation Save a Life  This summer, Worcester Goes Purple and Warriors Against Addiction launched an innovative, life-saving campaign called, ‘Operation Save A Life.’ The program involves mounting an overdose response kit at local businesses, in an eort at having the opioid overdose response medicine at every business across the county. We at Talbot Goes Purple love the campaign and are launching it here in our county at NO COST to local businesses, non-profits, faith organizations, civic

Avery Hall Benefit Solutions Welcomes Dakota Kellermeyer

   Avery Hall Benefit Solutions Welcomes Dakota Kellermeyer  Easton, MD (July 20th, 2021)  Avery Hall Benefits Solutions is pleased to announce that Dakota Kellermeyer has joined our agency as an Account Executive in our Easton office. Dakota was born and raised in Caroline County and attended Salisbury University, where he earned his bachelor’s degree in Marketing and a minor in Professional Sales. Dakota will be specializing in group benefits at Avery Hall. He will be tasked with assisting clients

Talbot Goes Purple -- Festival of Hope next month

Festival of Hope set for Aug. 31 in EastonTalbot Goes Purple kicks off year five with partners  EASTON –  The first Festival of Hope is set for Aug. 31 from 6 to 8 p.m. at Idlewild Park and includes the five-year kick-off for Talbot Goes Purple.  The festival is a partnership between Talbot Goes Purple, Mid-Shore Restoring Hope in Women, Christ Church of Easton, and the Town of Easton, and coincides with international overdose awareness day. The evening event will include free pit beef and hot dogs; live

For All Seasons Welcomes Patti Cannon and Lauren Weber To Its Leadership Team

For All Seasons Welcomes Patti Cannon and Lauren Weber To Its Leadership Team   With the recent growth of the agency’s services in meeting the growing mental health needs of the Mid-Shore, For All Seasons has expanded its leadership team – appointing Patti Cannon as the Chief Operating Officer and Lauren Kay Weber as Vice President of Philanthropy and Education. “These two exceptional individuals are helping us address the growth in our organization. We are thrilled to have them both in place as we move

Academy Art Museum Announces August Events

EXHIBITIONS  The following Academy Art Museum exhibitions are sponsored by Talbot Arts, the Maryland State Arts Council, and the Star Democrat. Open daily, Tuesday through Saturday, 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. and Sunday, 12 noon to 4 p.m.  Close Introspection: From Picasso to KusamaAugust 6 – October 4, 2021First Friday Reception: August 6, 2021, 5:30 - 7:00 p.m.  Close Introspection: From Picasso to Kusama features works by critically acclaimed mid-to-late 20th century and contemporary artists, including

Digital COVID-19 Vaccination Cards for Talbot County Residents

Contact: Talbot County Health Department, 410-816-5600Digital COVID-19 Vaccination Cards for Talbot County Residents  (Easton, Maryland July 15, 2021) - Talbot County Health Department and PinPoint US, LLC are partnering to offer free digital COVID-19 vaccine cards for Talbot County residents. The VaccineCheck service will generate a personalized digital version of a CDC vaccine card after verifying COVID-19 vaccine history through Maryland’s statewide immunization registry. Residents can also use the

Talbot Hospice Welcomes Daly, Guy, Hanrahan, Nash and Walsworth to Board of Directors

Talbot Hospice Welcomes Daly, Guy, Hanrahan, Nash and Walsworth to Board of Directors  Easton, Md. – Talbot Hospice is pleased to announce the addition of Dina Daly, Cassandra Guy, Rodanthe Hanrahan, The Very Rev. James Nash and Debbie Walsworth to its Board of Directors.  They each began their terms on July 1st.  “Our patients, families and staff are grateful to Dina, Cassie, Rodanthe, Fr. Nash and Debbie for sharing their time and expertise to advance the work of Talbot Hospice in our community,” said

CBMM offers fall sessions of STEAM Team program

For more information, contact:          Bethany Ziegler, Senior Communications Manager   Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum   410-310-0607, bziegler@cbmm.org                             (ST MICHAELS, MD – Thursday, July 15, 2021)   CBMM offers fall sessions of STEAM Team program   On four Saturdays this October, young mariners ages 4–9 are invited to the Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum in St. Michaels, Md., to participate in CBMM’s STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, Math) Team. Class sizes are

Nagle and Edwards Appointed to Key Talbot County Management Positions

Nagle and Edwards Appointed to Key Talbot County Management Positions   With people across the country working remotely during the pandemic, many people decided to move their primary residences to new locations. Two employees did just that, relocating to the Eastern Shore first for the lifestyle and quality of life and then applying for key management positions with Talbot County government. Joye Nagle was appointed as the County’s new Director of Finance and David Edwards was appointed as its new

Haven Ministries Celebrates First Anniversary in New Headquarters

Haven Ministries is celebrating the first anniversary of its new headquarters on July 14 from 4 to 6 p.m. at its location at 206 Del Rhodes Avenue in Queenstown (behind the Royal Farms). The open house celebration will include refreshments, tours of the organization’s headquarters, resource center, and food pantry, as well as information on Queen Anne’s County resources and job information. “This event is to bring awareness to the public about our resources. We were not able to have our grand opening of

Get hands on with the construction of Maryland Dove

The Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum is pleased to offer the public a chance to be a part of history and join CBMM shipwrights this fall as they build Maryland Dove, a reproduction of the vessel that accompanied the first European settlers to Maryland in 1634.    Scheduled for Saturdays Aug. 21, Oct. 16, Nov. 13, and Dec. 18, from 10am–4pm, guests are invited to CBMM’s working Shipyard to hone their woodworking skills while helping to craft pieces of the new Maryland Dove. Currently under construction at

David Short named Chair of TCPS Education Foundation

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEContact:        Debbie Gardner (410) 822-0330                         dgardner@talbotschools.org                        July 13, 2021  DAVID SHORT NAMED CHAIR OF TCPS EDUCATION FOUNDATION  (Easton, MD) David Short, C.P.A. has been named Chair of the Talbot County Public Schools Education Foundation Board effective July 1, the beginning of the new fiscal year.  Short will replace Laura P. Heikes, who has served as Chair since March of 2019.  Both Short and Heikes have worked together

Londonderry on the Tred Avon Kicks-Off Outdoor Concert Series

Londonderry on the Tred Avon Kicks-Off Outdoor Concert Series   Easton, Md. – On Thursday, June 24th, Londonderry on the Tred Avon hosted the first of their three-part outdoor concert series. Residents and their friends and family enjoyed and danced to live music from the Capital Effect Duo. Two additional concerts as well as Londonderry’s 30th Anniversary Celebration are planned for later this summer. Pictured are Londonderry residents, Karel Cooperman, Paula Gervis and Lois Hamilton.   About

Haven Ministries Updates Friends Campaign

Haven Ministries is rebranding its Friends monthly giving program. Through the new “Sow the Seeds of Hope” Campaign, individuals and small businesses are encouraged to make monthly contributions of $10 a month to support Haven Ministries’ current programs and new expenses associated with its Homes of Hope, an expansion of its upcoming Housing Assistance Program. “Our ‘Sow the Seeds of Hope’ Campaign will help us provide shelter, food, clothing and support for our vulnerable community members. It will also

Special events return to Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum

Special events return to Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum   The Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum was proud to welcome around 3,000 people to its St. Michaels, Md., campus during Father’s Day weekend for the Antique & Classic Boat Festival, a welcome sight for the first festival hosted at CBMM in more than a year.    “It was very important to us to be able to host festivals again, not just for CBMM, but to help bring guests back to the Town of St. Michaels as a whole,” said CBMM President and CEO Kristen

Scheele Named Director of Comprehensive Rehabilitation Services

Scheele Named Director of Comprehensive Rehabilitation Services  Easton, MD - (June 8, 2021) Erin Scheele has been named Director of Comprehensive Rehabilitation Services for University of Maryland Shore Regional Health, following the recent retirement of former director Teresa Blem.  A resident of Church Creek, Md., Scheele has been a UM Shore Regional Health team member since 2009 and has served Comprehensive Rehabilitation Services in several capacities. Her most recent positions Manager of Inpatient

University Of Maryland Announces New Board Members

  David Milligan                                                        Kathy DeodusUM Shore Regional Health Announces New Board Officers  Easton, MD – (June 10. 2021) David Milligan and Kathy Deoudes have been elected chair and vice chair, respectively, of the University of Maryland Shore Regional Health (UM SRH) Board of Directors.A resident of Easton, Milligan is a business systems analyst for the integrity and quality solutions organization, Qlarant. He has been a UM SRH board member since 2013 and has

Talbot Hospice Thanks Ravens Roost 141 and Koons Toyota for Contributing New Hoyer Lift

Talbot Hospice Thanks Ravens Roost 141 and Koons Toyota for Contributing New Hoyer Lift   Easton, Md. – Talbot Hospice thanks Ravens Roost 141 and Koons Toyota of Easton for their contributions to purchase a new Hoyer Lift for the Eleanor A. Koons Hospice House. Hoyer Lifts are used to safely lift and move patients who are no longer able to get in and out of bed on their own and are critical in hospice care facilities. Members of the Ravens Roost 141 hosted a crab bushel raffle that raised more than

Environmental Cruises Offered this Summer/Fall

For more information, contact: Bethany Ziegler, Senior Communications Manager Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum 410-310-0607, bziegler@cbmm.org (ST MICHAELS, MD – Thursday, June 10, 2021)  Environmental cruises offered this summer, fall Children and adults are invited to join Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum educators this summer and fall aboard buyboat Winnie Estelle for a series of up-close and personal explorations of the Miles River and its unique habitat and ecology. On Thursday, July 15, from

Maryland Congressional Delegation Announcement

 Maryland Congressional Delegation Announces Nearly $28 Million in COVID-19 Relief Funding to Address Health Disparities in Minority and Rural Communities  WASHINGTON - U.S. Senators Ben Cardin and Chris Van Hollen and Congressmen Steny H. Hoyer, Dutch Ruppersberger, John Sarbanes, Kweisi Mfume, Andy Harris, M.D., Anthony Brown, Jamie Raskin and David Trone (all Md.) today announced nearly $28 million in federal COVID-19 relief funding designed to reduce health disparities by strengthening health equity

Londonderry on the Tred Avon named ''Best Retirement Community'' by What's Up Eastern Shore

    Londonderry on the Tred Avon Named “Best Retirement Community” byWhat’s Up Eastern Shore for Sixth Consecutive Year   Easton, Md. – Londonderry on the Tred Avon is pleased to announce that it has been named the “Best Retirement Community” by the readers of What’s Up Eastern Shore magazine for the sixth consecutive year. “We continue to be humbled by the endless support from our neighbors across the Eastern Shore,” said Rachel Smith, Sales and Marketing Director. “As we begin to get back to normal

Self Care No Matter What the Cost

Self-Care No Matter What the Cost As I continue to read the articles about Naomi Osaka removing herself from the French Open and the ongoing scrutiny that she is facing for how she shared the news of why she removed herself, I feel there is a need to pause. Naomi took the steps she needed to provide her mind the self-care it needed. She recognized that her battle with depression since 2018 was reason enough to step back from the media interviews that were required to play in the Open. After paying a

Free Fishing Fridays return to CBMM

                For more information, contact:                        Bethany Ziegler, Senior Communications Manager                 Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum                 410-310-0607, bziegler@cbmm.org  (ST MICHAELS, MD – Tuesday, May 11, 2021)  Free Fishing Fridays return to CBMM  On Fridays from now through June 18, families are invited to join the Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum’s Rising Tide Program for afternoons of FREE fishing off CBMM’s docks.  Both fishing gear and waterfront access