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A taste of the bay: Maryland's Chesapeake Oyster week begins
2+ day, 16+ hour ago (504+ words) SNOW HILL, Md. " It is Maryland's Chesapeake Oyster Week. Officials said the occasion helps support Maryland's watermen and the growing seafood industry. Dan Worrell, owner of Fallen Pine Oyster Co., said: "We are counting out Maryland wild oysters to support our…...
Body of missing Chesapeake Beach boater recovered
3+ mon, 3+ week ago (167+ words) TAYLORS ISLAND, Md. " The Maryland Natural Resources Police said it has ended the search for a missing Chesapeake Beach boater after his body was located Thursday afternoon near Taylors Island. 65-year-old Lonnie James Johnson's vessel was found unmanned back on November…...
MD Natural Resources Police Looking for Missing Boater in Chesapeake Bay
4+ mon, 1+ week ago (176+ words) CHESAPEAKE BAY " The Maryland Department of Natural Resources Police continue to search for a missing boater in the Chesapeake Bay. Officers were dispatched on the morning of Friday, Nov. 14, for a report of an overdue boater, identified as 65-year-old Lonnie…...
Heart of Chesapeake Heritage Awards Registration Open
5+ mon, 1+ week ago (176+ words) (CAMBRIDGE, Md) " The Dorchester County tourism office is looking for those who have a knack for historical preservation. Registration is now open for the Heart of Chesapeake Country Heritage Area Awards. These awards are given to projects geared towards focusing on…...
Delmarva Power and Chesapeake Utilities Increasing Gas Rates, Raising Bills
5+ mon, 3+ week ago (218+ words) DELAWARE " Delmarva Power & Light and Chesapeake Utilities Corporation have filed with the Delaware Public Service Commission to increase natural gas rates, subsequently raising customer bills. According to the Delaware Division of the Public Advocate, Delmarva Power filed to increase its…...
YMCA of the Chesapeake Waiving Membership Fees in September
6+ mon, 2+ week ago (186+ words) DELMARVA " Throughout the month of September, all 11 YMCA of the Chesapeake branches will waive the $75 joining fee for new members. "September is a natural time for fresh starts," said Robbie Gill, CEO of the YMCA of the Chesapeake. "Whether you're…...
Mountain of oyster shells helps Chesapeake Bay health, marks major milestone
6+ mon, 4+ week ago (561+ words) SOMERSET COUNTY, Md. " Oysters may be divisive for diners, but for watermen, local wildlife, and Maryland's economy, they're essential to everyday life. The Maryland Department of Natural Resources, the Oyster Recovery Partnership, and other organizations have just marked a major milestone…...