Francis Scott Key Bridge Collapse-SBA Opens Second Business Recovery Center in Baltimore to Assist Small Businesses
May 2, 2024
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Francis Scott Key Bridge Collapse- SBA Offers Economic Assistance to Mid-Atlantic Businesses Affected
May 2, 2024
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Francis Scott Key Bridge Collapse- Administrative Declaration of an Economic Injury Disaster for the State of Maryland
May 2, 2024
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Maryland Department of Commerce Releases Economic Data for 2022
January 25, 2024
The U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis
recently released economic activity data for every county in the nation, including each of Maryland’s 24 jurisdictions. The gross domestic product
(GDP) data recaps calendar year 2022 and measures the market value of goods and services produced in each county.
When measuring Maryland by GDP, the state’s most populated areas ranked highest,
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January 25, 2024
The U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis
recently released economic activity data for every county in the nation, including each of Maryland’s 24 jurisdictions. The gross domestic product
(GDP) data recaps calendar year 2022 and measures the market value of goods and services produced in each county.
When measuring Maryland by GDP, the state’s most populated areas ranked highest,Read More
J. Millard Tawes Crab and Clam Bake
September 28, 2022
For Tickets click here: J Millard Tawes Crab & Clam Bake Tickets, Wed, Sep 28, 2022 at 12:00 PM | Eventbrite
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September 28, 2022
For Tickets click here: J Millard Tawes Crab & Clam Bake Tickets, Wed, Sep 28, 2022 at 12:00 PM | Eventbrite
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SPECTRUM EXPANDS ITS STATE-OF-THE-ART BROADBAND NETWORK IN SOMERSET COUNTY
August 25, 2022
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August 25, 2022
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Job Fair- April 29th @ Somers Cove Marina Pavilion
April 29, 2022
Somerset County Economic Development will be co-hosting another Job Fair on Friday, April 29that the Somerset Cove Marina pavilion in Crisfield from 10:00 a.m. – 4 p.m.
The Job Fair is being supported by Maryland Job Service (Labor), Somerset County Public Schools, Chambers, etc. This will allow our Vo-Tech students to participate and draw employers from around the region.
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April 29, 2022
Somerset County Economic Development will be co-hosting another Job Fair on Friday, April 29that the Somerset Cove Marina pavilion in Crisfield from 10:00 a.m. – 4 p.m.
The Job Fair is being supported by Maryland Job Service (Labor), Somerset County Public Schools, Chambers, etc. This will allow our Vo-Tech students to participate and draw employers from around the region.
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Ribbon Cutting- Down Town Sneaks
July 23, 2021
Please come out and join us in a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony to welcome “Down Town Sneaks” to the Crisfield business community. Additional details can be found by clicking on the link below. The event is held in partnership with Somerset County Economic Development and the Crisfield Area Chamber of Commerce.
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July 23, 2021
Please come out and join us in a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony to welcome “Down Town Sneaks” to the Crisfield business community. Additional details can be found by clicking on the link below. The event is held in partnership with Somerset County Economic Development and the Crisfield Area Chamber of Commerce.
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Ribbon Cutting Ceremony- Goose Creek Pit & Pub
July 15, 2021
Please come out and help us give a warm Somerset County welcome to the newly opened restaurant “Goose Creek Pit & Pub”!! (formerly the Hideaway Grille). Somerset County Economic Development in partnership with Somerset County Tourism will be co-hosting a Ribbon Cutting on July 15th @ 2:30 p.m. Additional details can be found by clicking on the link below.
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July 15, 2021
Please come out and help us give a warm Somerset County welcome to the newly opened restaurant “Goose Creek Pit & Pub”!! (formerly the Hideaway Grille). Somerset County Economic Development in partnership with Somerset County Tourism will be co-hosting a Ribbon Cutting on July 15th @ 2:30 p.m. Additional details can be found by clicking on the link below.
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Ribbon Cutting Ceremony- Lady Grace Bed & Breakfast
July 9, 2021
Please come out and join us in a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony to welcome “Lady Grace” to the Crisfield business community. Additional details can be found by clicking on the link below. The event is held in partnership with Somerset County Economic Development and the Crisfield Area Chamber of Commerce.
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July 9, 2021
Please come out and join us in a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony to welcome “Lady Grace” to the Crisfield business community. Additional details can be found by clicking on the link below. The event is held in partnership with Somerset County Economic Development and the Crisfield Area Chamber of Commerce.
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Danny Thompson named MEDA President
June 21, 2021
PRESS RELEASE June June 21, 2021
BALTIMORE, Md. — On April
27, Maryland Economic Development Association (MEDA) members
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June 21, 2021
PRESS RELEASE June June 21, 2021
BALTIMORE, Md. — On April
27, Maryland Economic Development Association (MEDA) membersRead More
JOB FAIR- April 16th & April 17th
April 16, 2021
The Somerset County Economic
Development Commission will be co-hosting a job fair with the Greater Crisfield
Action Coalition, Inc. on Friday, April 16th and Saturday, April 17th
at the Somers Cove Marina in Crisfield.
We have arranged for the Lower
Shore Workforce Alliance to bring their AJC Mobile Unit. Due to
COVID restrictions, they will have laptops set up outside for job searching
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April 16, 2021
The Somerset County Economic
Development Commission will be co-hosting a job fair with the Greater Crisfield
Action Coalition, Inc. on Friday, April 16th and Saturday, April 17th
at the Somers Cove Marina in Crisfield.
We have arranged for the Lower
Shore Workforce Alliance to bring their AJC Mobile Unit. Due to
COVID restrictions, they will have laptops set up outside for job searchingRead More
SOMERSET COUNTY RESTAURANT RELIEF FUNDING- COVID-19
November 18, 2020
PUBLIC NOTICE SOMERSET COUNTY ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT RESTAURANT RELIEF FUNDING The State of Maryland through Governor Hogan’s Economic Recovery Package has allocated $113,861.00 of Restaurant Relief Funding to Somerset County. Somerset County will use these grant funds to support, promote and encourage stabilization for those full service restaurants
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November 18, 2020
PUBLIC NOTICE SOMERSET COUNTY ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT RESTAURANT RELIEF FUNDING The State of Maryland through Governor Hogan’s Economic Recovery Package has allocated $113,861.00 of Restaurant Relief Funding to Somerset County. Somerset County will use these grant funds to support, promote and encourage stabilization for those full service restaurants
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Neighborhood Business Works (NBW) Program: Opportunity Zone Microgrant Funding Available!
November 17, 2020
Neighborhood Business Works (NBW) Program: Opportunity Zone Microgrant Funding Available!
The Department of Housing and Community Development (DHCD) through the Neighborhood Business Works (NBW) program is offering up to $500,000 of Opportunity Zone Microgrant ranging from $10,000 to $50,000 to early stage businesses and/or businesses that are expanding within an opportunity zone in
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November 17, 2020
Neighborhood Business Works (NBW) Program: Opportunity Zone Microgrant Funding Available!
The Department of Housing and Community Development (DHCD) through the Neighborhood Business Works (NBW) program is offering up to $500,000 of Opportunity Zone Microgrant ranging from $10,000 to $50,000 to early stage businesses and/or businesses that are expanding within an opportunity zone inRead More
DISPOSITION AND DEVELOPMENT OF CARVEL HALL PROPERTY- RFP
September 25, 2020
CITY OF CRISFIELD DISPOSITION AND DEVELOPMENT OF CARVEL HALL PROPERTY Request for Proposal #2020-A (“RFP”) The City of Crisfield seeks offers from creative industrial, manufacturing and/or commercial firms to lease or purchase and redevelop the property, located at 4251 Crisfield Highway, Crisfield, 21817 (hereinafter referred to as the “Carvel Hall
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September 25, 2020
CITY OF CRISFIELD DISPOSITION AND DEVELOPMENT OF CARVEL HALL PROPERTY Request for Proposal #2020-A (“RFP”) The City of Crisfield seeks offers from creative industrial, manufacturing and/or commercial firms to lease or purchase and redevelop the property, located at 4251 Crisfield Highway, Crisfield, 21817 (hereinafter referred to as the “Carvel Hall
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CARES Funding Application for Business Assistance
June 10, 2020
The Somerset County Commissioners have allocated $750,000 of CARES funding to the Somerset County Economic Development Commission. The Somerset County EDC will use these grant funds to support the economic recovery efforts in Somerset County and assist qualifying small businesses, watermen, agriculture, etc. that have been impacted by this crisis. Please click link
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June 10, 2020
The Somerset County Commissioners have allocated $750,000 of CARES funding to the Somerset County Economic Development Commission. The Somerset County EDC will use these grant funds to support the economic recovery efforts in Somerset County and assist qualifying small businesses, watermen, agriculture, etc. that have been impacted by this crisis. Please click link
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City mulls Main Street Md. designation as an affiliate
November 13, 2019
City mulls Main Street Md. designation as an affiliate Enterprising business and property owners wanted to lead this By Richard Crumbacker Crisfield-Somerset County Times CRISFIELD — Pop-up shops in empty storefronts, a “ bricks and clicks” campaign to expand retail sales to an online audience, and transforming vacant lots into
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November 13, 2019
City mulls Main Street Md. designation as an affiliate Enterprising business and property owners wanted to lead this By Richard Crumbacker Crisfield-Somerset County Times CRISFIELD — Pop-up shops in empty storefronts, a “ bricks and clicks” campaign to expand retail sales to an online audience, and transforming vacant lots into
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Technical high school dedicated
November 13, 2019
Technical high school dedicated
Replaces JMT, first new school since SIS
Crisfield-Somerset County Times
WESTOVER — Two years and 16 days after the
official groundbreaking Somerset County Technical High School was dedicated
Saturday with a ribbon cutting ceremony, reception and tours.
The $42 million building replaces the former
J.M. Tawes Technology &
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November 13, 2019
Technical high school dedicated
Replaces JMT, first new school since SIS
Crisfield-Somerset County Times
WESTOVER — Two years and 16 days after the
official groundbreaking Somerset County Technical High School was dedicated
Saturday with a ribbon cutting ceremony, reception and tours.
The $42 million building replaces the former
J.M. Tawes Technology &Read More
Princess Anne getting Dunkin' Donuts shop, mixed-use development
July 29, 2019
Princess Anne getting Dunkin' Donuts shop, mixed-use development
Lucas Gonzalez, Salisbury Daily Times Published 7:00 a.m. ET July 29, 2019
A
Dunkin' Donuts is coming to Princess Anne near Route 13, a town official
confirmed.
The coffee and baked
goods shop is being built at the shopping center on the corner
of University of Maryland Eastern Shore Boulevard and Route 13,
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July 29, 2019
Princess Anne getting Dunkin' Donuts shop, mixed-use development
Lucas Gonzalez, Salisbury Daily Times Published 7:00 a.m. ET July 29, 2019
A
Dunkin' Donuts is coming to Princess Anne near Route 13, a town official
confirmed.
The coffee and baked
goods shop is being built at the shopping center on the corner
of University of Maryland Eastern Shore Boulevard and Route 13,Read More
Town looks ahead to commercial, residential growth
July 10, 2019
Town looks ahead to commercial, residential growth Dunkin’, Dollar Tree and drive-thru pharmacy plus multi, single-family housing By Richard Crumbacker Crisfield-Somerset County Times PRINCESS ANNE — New construction and remodeling are now occurring in Princess Anne that will soon benefit local consumers. Public Works and Code Enforcement
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July 10, 2019
Town looks ahead to commercial, residential growth Dunkin’, Dollar Tree and drive-thru pharmacy plus multi, single-family housing By Richard Crumbacker Crisfield-Somerset County Times PRINCESS ANNE — New construction and remodeling are now occurring in Princess Anne that will soon benefit local consumers. Public Works and Code Enforcement
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Medical facility model was opportunity for McCready
July 10, 2019
Medical facility model was opportunity for McCready Surgical and hospital care no longer made sense, FMF possible through acquisition By Richard Crumbacker Crisfield-Somerset County Times CRISFIELD — In just a few months Peninsula Regional Health System will acquire McCready Health. Pending regulatory approval, the Hall Highway medical center that
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July 10, 2019
Medical facility model was opportunity for McCready Surgical and hospital care no longer made sense, FMF possible through acquisition By Richard Crumbacker Crisfield-Somerset County Times CRISFIELD — In just a few months Peninsula Regional Health System will acquire McCready Health. Pending regulatory approval, the Hall Highway medical center that
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Somerset EDC's Thompson MEDA board vice president
May 22, 2019
Somerset EDC’s Thompson
MEDA board vice president
BALTIMORE — The Maryland Economic Development Association (MEDA)
appointed its new board of directors for 2019-20 during the annual MEDA
Conference. The officers were recognized April 29 at the Hyatt Regency
Chesapeake Bay in Cambridge.
Among them was Danny
Thompson, Executive Director of the Somerset County
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May 22, 2019
Somerset EDC’s Thompson
MEDA board vice president
BALTIMORE — The Maryland Economic Development Association (MEDA)
appointed its new board of directors for 2019-20 during the annual MEDA
Conference. The officers were recognized April 29 at the Hyatt Regency
Chesapeake Bay in Cambridge.
Among them was Danny
Thompson, Executive Director of the Somerset CountyRead More
School of Pharmacy building construction to start this fall
May 1, 2019
School of Pharmacy building construction to start this fall UMES working to reinstate physician assistant program For the Crisfield-Somerset County Times PRINCESS ANNE — Construction of a new building for UMES’ School of Pharmacy and Health Professions is slated to begin this fall, triggered by a $10 million allocation from the Maryland General
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May 1, 2019
School of Pharmacy building construction to start this fall UMES working to reinstate physician assistant program For the Crisfield-Somerset County Times PRINCESS ANNE — Construction of a new building for UMES’ School of Pharmacy and Health Professions is slated to begin this fall, triggered by a $10 million allocation from the Maryland General
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Promotional flyer shows land use plan for new Somerset Crossing
May 1, 2019
Promotional flyer shows land use plan for new ‘Somerset
Crossing’
While no firm projects
have been submitted, access to U.S. 13 opens old campground
By Richard Crumbacker
Crisfield-Somerset
County Times
PRINCESS
ANNE — After much anticipation, Somerset County Economic Development last
Thurday released a sales flyer for Capano Management Inc. seeking
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May 1, 2019
Promotional flyer shows land use plan for new ‘Somerset
Crossing’
While no firm projects
have been submitted, access to U.S. 13 opens old campground
By Richard Crumbacker
Crisfield-Somerset
County Times
PRINCESS
ANNE — After much anticipation, Somerset County Economic Development last
Thurday released a sales flyer for Capano Management Inc. seekingRead More
Natural gas to ECI, UMES approved
April 3, 2019
Natural gas to ECI, UMES approved Wood chip burner at ECI to be replaced; gas line to run from Eden For the Crisfield-Somerset County Times BALTIMORE — The Maryland Energy Admin-istration (MEA) and Maryland Environmental Service (MES) announced last Friday that Chesapeake Utilities will install critical energy infrastructure for both the University of Maryland Eastern
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April 3, 2019
Natural gas to ECI, UMES approved Wood chip burner at ECI to be replaced; gas line to run from Eden For the Crisfield-Somerset County Times BALTIMORE — The Maryland Energy Admin-istration (MEA) and Maryland Environmental Service (MES) announced last Friday that Chesapeake Utilities will install critical energy infrastructure for both the University of Maryland Eastern
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BrightSpot LLC renews option for Carvel Hall
April 3, 2019
BrightSpot LLC renews option for Carvel Hall Property cleanup, tenants and financing may be in place by early next year By Richard Crumbacker Crisfield-Somerset County Times CRISFIELD — BrightSpot Energy LLC, the successor to Spangler Strategic Advisors, was again
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April 3, 2019
BrightSpot LLC renews option for Carvel Hall Property cleanup, tenants and financing may be in place by early next year By Richard Crumbacker Crisfield-Somerset County Times CRISFIELD — BrightSpot Energy LLC, the successor to Spangler Strategic Advisors, was again
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Maryland Governor Wants to Expand Workforce Development Plan
January 4, 2019
Maryland Governor Wants to Expand Workforce Development Plan Posted: Jan 04, 2019 4:24 AM EST Updated: Jan 04, 2019 7:31 AM EST ANNAPOLIS, Md. (AP)- Gov. Larry Hogan is announcing plans to expand a program that helps economically distressed communities in Maryland. Hogan outlined plans to allocate about $56.5 million to workforce development to expand Maryland's
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January 4, 2019
Maryland Governor Wants to Expand Workforce Development Plan Posted: Jan 04, 2019 4:24 AM EST Updated: Jan 04, 2019 7:31 AM EST ANNAPOLIS, Md. (AP)- Gov. Larry Hogan is announcing plans to expand a program that helps economically distressed communities in Maryland. Hogan outlined plans to allocate about $56.5 million to workforce development to expand Maryland's
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Eastern Shore leaders discuss county priorities at MACo Conference
January 3, 2019
Eastern Shore leaders discuss county priorities at MACo Conference CAMBRIDGE, Md. – The Maryland Association of Counties Conference, known as MACo, draws in hundreds of leaders across the state to formulate ideas to make our communities better. This three day conference includes multiple sessions ranging from the opioid epidemic to school facility funding. Because local
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January 3, 2019
Eastern Shore leaders discuss county priorities at MACo Conference CAMBRIDGE, Md. – The Maryland Association of Counties Conference, known as MACo, draws in hundreds of leaders across the state to formulate ideas to make our communities better. This three day conference includes multiple sessions ranging from the opioid epidemic to school facility funding. Because local
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Crisfield A&E District wants new logo
January 2, 2019
Crisfield A&E District wants new logo Contest winner gets $500 and logo on billboard For the Crisfield-Somerset County Times CRISFIELD — Have an eye for art or design? Want to try for $500? Then the Crisfield Arts and Entertainment District (CAED) Project wants you to enter its logo design contest. CAED has been using an emblem created by artist Deborah Howard Sorenson before
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January 2, 2019
Crisfield A&E District wants new logo Contest winner gets $500 and logo on billboard For the Crisfield-Somerset County Times CRISFIELD — Have an eye for art or design? Want to try for $500? Then the Crisfield Arts and Entertainment District (CAED) Project wants you to enter its logo design contest. CAED has been using an emblem created by artist Deborah Howard Sorenson before
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Brightspot Energy LLC moves to buy Carvel Hall
December 19, 2018
Brightspot Energy LLC moves to buy Carvel Hall City transfers option to sell former cutlery plant to Delaware LLC By Richard Crumbacker Crisfield-Somerset County Times CRISFIELD — With anticipation that something is coming to the former Carvel Hall property, the City Council voted to replace Spangler Strategic Advisors LLC with Brightspot Energy LLC as the entity given the first
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December 19, 2018
Brightspot Energy LLC moves to buy Carvel Hall City transfers option to sell former cutlery plant to Delaware LLC By Richard Crumbacker Crisfield-Somerset County Times CRISFIELD — With anticipation that something is coming to the former Carvel Hall property, the City Council voted to replace Spangler Strategic Advisors LLC with Brightspot Energy LLC as the entity given the first
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Somerset EDC makes pitch to get USDA agencies to move here
November 7, 2018
Somerset EDC makes pitch to get USDA agencies to move here Applicants in 35 states vying to be selected By Richard Crumbacker Crisfield-Somerset County Times WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Somerset County Economic Development Commission is working to have the U.S. Department of Agriculture approve Princess Anne as the new home for the Economic Research
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November 7, 2018
Somerset EDC makes pitch to get USDA agencies to move here Applicants in 35 states vying to be selected By Richard Crumbacker Crisfield-Somerset County Times WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Somerset County Economic Development Commission is working to have the U.S. Department of Agriculture approve Princess Anne as the new home for the Economic Research
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Somerset tech center continues toward fall 2019 opening
November 1, 2018
Somerset
tech center continues toward fall 2019 opening
Meg Ryan,
Salisbury Daily TimesPublished 10:00 a.m. ET Nov. 1,
2018On a crisp autumn
afternoon, Somerset County officials walked the bare bones of the school
system's new tech center.
On Tuesday, Oct. 30,
the Somerset County Board of Education, the Somerset County Commissioners, the
County Administrator and the
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November 1, 2018
Somerset
tech center continues toward fall 2019 opening
Meg Ryan,
Salisbury Daily TimesPublished 10:00 a.m. ET Nov. 1,
2018On a crisp autumn
afternoon, Somerset County officials walked the bare bones of the school
system's new tech center.
On Tuesday, Oct. 30,
the Somerset County Board of Education, the Somerset County Commissioners, the
County Administrator and theRead More
Somerset school superintendent gets top state honor
October 25, 2018
Somerset school superintendent gets top
state honor
Somerset County Public
Schools’ Superintendent John B. Gaddis was named as the Maryland
Superintendent of the Year in Ocean City on Thursday, Oct. 25 .
Superintendent of the
Year is chosen annually by a panel of other Maryland superintendents following
an extensive application process,
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October 25, 2018
Somerset school superintendent gets top
state honor
Somerset County Public
Schools’ Superintendent John B. Gaddis was named as the Maryland
Superintendent of the Year in Ocean City on Thursday, Oct. 25 .
Superintendent of the
Year is chosen annually by a panel of other Maryland superintendents following
an extensive application process,Read More
Peacock�s Grand Opening / Ribbon Cutting
October 24, 2018
Peacock’s Restaurant, formerly known as
Peaky’s, held their Grand Opening & Ribbon Cutting Ceremony on Wednesday,
October 24th.
Restaurant owner /operator Kostas “Gus”
Koumbanio opened the restaurant earlier this summer after its brief closing due
to the sale of the former Peaky’s Restaurant.
Helping cut the ribbon were the
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October 24, 2018
Peacock’s Restaurant, formerly known as
Peaky’s, held their Grand Opening & Ribbon Cutting Ceremony on Wednesday,
October 24th.
Restaurant owner /operator Kostas “Gus”
Koumbanio opened the restaurant earlier this summer after its brief closing due
to the sale of the former Peaky’s Restaurant.
Helping cut the ribbon were theRead More
Natural gas decision expected by year-end
October 10, 2018
Natural gas decision expected by year-end By Richard Crumbacker Crisfield-Somerset County Times PRINCESS ANNE — If a proposal by Chesapeake Utilities to deliver natural gas to ECI and UMES is accepted by Maryland Environmental Service (MES), a new lower- cost energy source could be available to homes and businesses in upper Somerset
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October 10, 2018
Natural gas decision expected by year-end By Richard Crumbacker Crisfield-Somerset County Times PRINCESS ANNE — If a proposal by Chesapeake Utilities to deliver natural gas to ECI and UMES is accepted by Maryland Environmental Service (MES), a new lower- cost energy source could be available to homes and businesses in upper Somerset
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New president on listening tour
September 12, 2018
New president on listening tour Dr. Heidi Anderson is new UMES president By Richard Crumbacker Crisfield-Somerset County Times PRINCESS ANNE — As the University of Maryland Eastern Shore celebrates its 132nd year since its founding, the 16th president was preparing to “open a new chapter” in the school’s distinguished history. Heidi M.
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September 12, 2018
New president on listening tour Dr. Heidi Anderson is new UMES president By Richard Crumbacker Crisfield-Somerset County Times PRINCESS ANNE — As the University of Maryland Eastern Shore celebrates its 132nd year since its founding, the 16th president was preparing to “open a new chapter” in the school’s distinguished history. Heidi M.
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A&E District to erect billboards on U.S. 13; new logo wanted
September 12, 2018
A&E District to erect billboards on U.S. 13; new logo wanted For the County Times CRISFIELD — The City of Crisfield and the Crisfield Arts and Entertainment District (CAED) Project announce that the Maryland State Arts Council has approved a $2,500 Technical Assistance grant to pay for two billboards to be placed on north and southbound U.S. 13 to direct visitors
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September 12, 2018
A&E District to erect billboards on U.S. 13; new logo wanted For the County Times CRISFIELD — The City of Crisfield and the Crisfield Arts and Entertainment District (CAED) Project announce that the Maryland State Arts Council has approved a $2,500 Technical Assistance grant to pay for two billboards to be placed on north and southbound U.S. 13 to direct visitors
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Dunkin' Donuts gets final site plan approval
September 5, 2018
Dunkin’ Donuts gets final site plan approval Crisfield-Somerset County Times PRINCESS ANNE — Princess Anne’s planning commission approved a subdivision and final site plan for Dunkin’ Donuts to be located by U.S. 13 in front of the southwest corner of the Princess Anne Village shopping center. Brock Parker of Parker & Associates, who prepared the
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September 5, 2018
Dunkin’ Donuts gets final site plan approval Crisfield-Somerset County Times PRINCESS ANNE — Princess Anne’s planning commission approved a subdivision and final site plan for Dunkin’ Donuts to be located by U.S. 13 in front of the southwest corner of the Princess Anne Village shopping center. Brock Parker of Parker & Associates, who prepared the
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Somerset County Technical High School on schedule for Sept. 2019 opening
August 29, 2018
Somerset County Technical High School on schedule for Sept. 2019 opening
Crisfield-Somerset County Times
WESTOVER — Work continues on Somerset County Technical High School “and it’s really starting to take shape,” said Daniele Haley, supervisor of Facilities & Capital Planning for Somerset County Public Schools.
“It’s right on schedule,” with
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August 29, 2018
Somerset County Technical High School on schedule for Sept. 2019 opening
Crisfield-Somerset County Times
WESTOVER — Work continues on Somerset County Technical High School “and it’s really starting to take shape,” said Daniele Haley, supervisor of Facilities & Capital Planning for Somerset County Public Schools.
“It’s right on schedule,” withRead More
County OKs redirection of Sandy recovery funds
August 22, 2018
County OKs redirection of Sandy recovery funds By Richard Crumbacker Crisfield-Somerset County Times PRINCESS ANNE — Changes to how superstorm Sandy recovery funds will be spent in the coming months were approved by the County Commissioners and will be the subject of two public hearings by the Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development. The most expensive is $200,000 for
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August 22, 2018
County OKs redirection of Sandy recovery funds By Richard Crumbacker Crisfield-Somerset County Times PRINCESS ANNE — Changes to how superstorm Sandy recovery funds will be spent in the coming months were approved by the County Commissioners and will be the subject of two public hearings by the Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development. The most expensive is $200,000 for
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Board appointees returned to continue for new terms
August 15, 2018
Board appointees returned to continue for new terms PRINCESS ANNE — The County Commissioners on Aug. 7 approved the reappointment of several area residents to various boards and commissions. Recommended by the Economic Development Commission were board members James East, Dickie Ward, Charlotte Sharf, and Tammy Zink and Beth Clough (for Hebron Savings Bank) and Debbie Maddox
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August 15, 2018
Board appointees returned to continue for new terms PRINCESS ANNE — The County Commissioners on Aug. 7 approved the reappointment of several area residents to various boards and commissions. Recommended by the Economic Development Commission were board members James East, Dickie Ward, Charlotte Sharf, and Tammy Zink and Beth Clough (for Hebron Savings Bank) and Debbie Maddox
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Dunkin' Donuts plat receives Sanitary Commission's OK
August 15, 2018
Dunkin’ Donuts plat receives Sanitary Commission’s OK Crisfield-Somerset County Times PRINCESS ANNE — A Dunkin’ Donuts franchise in Princess Anne received another thumbs up after its plat was unanimously approved last Thursday by the Somerset County Sanitary Commission. The store with its drive-thru will be located in front of Princess Anne Village in
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August 15, 2018
Dunkin’ Donuts plat receives Sanitary Commission’s OK Crisfield-Somerset County Times PRINCESS ANNE — A Dunkin’ Donuts franchise in Princess Anne received another thumbs up after its plat was unanimously approved last Thursday by the Somerset County Sanitary Commission. The store with its drive-thru will be located in front of Princess Anne Village in
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County hears plan for natural gas line
August 15, 2018
County hears plan for natural gas line Chesapeake Utilities seeks exclusive deal; ECI likely anchor user By Richard Crumbacker Crisfield-Somerset County Times PRINCESS ANNE — Dover-based Chesapeake Utilities is again asking the County Commissioners to sign an exclusive franchise agreement that will support its efforts to bring natural gas into Somerset
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August 15, 2018
County hears plan for natural gas line Chesapeake Utilities seeks exclusive deal; ECI likely anchor user By Richard Crumbacker Crisfield-Somerset County Times PRINCESS ANNE — Dover-based Chesapeake Utilities is again asking the County Commissioners to sign an exclusive franchise agreement that will support its efforts to bring natural gas into Somerset
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Crisfield is Maryland's newest A&E District
July 6, 2018
Susan Parker, Salisbury Daily Times The Maryland Department of Commerce has announced Crisfield has been designated Maryland’s 26th Arts & Entertainment District as of July 1, making it Somerset County’s first Arts & Entertainment District. The program is administered by the Maryland State Arts Council, an agency of Maryland
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July 6, 2018
Susan Parker, Salisbury Daily Times The Maryland Department of Commerce has announced Crisfield has been designated Maryland’s 26th Arts & Entertainment District as of July 1, making it Somerset County’s first Arts & Entertainment District. The program is administered by the Maryland State Arts Council, an agency of Maryland
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McCready Health celebrates 95 years
May 6, 2018
McCready
Health celebrates 95 years
Susan Parker,
slparker@delmarvanow.comPublished
8:00 a.m. ET May 14, 2018
McCready
Health, the leading health care provider in Somerset County, celebrated a major
birthday on Sunday, May 6, 95 years after the doors opened on May 6, 1923.
“Today
is a great day for McCready Health,” said CEO Kathleen Harrison, welcoming
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May 6, 2018
McCready
Health celebrates 95 years
Susan Parker,
slparker@delmarvanow.comPublished
8:00 a.m. ET May 14, 2018
McCready
Health, the leading health care provider in Somerset County, celebrated a major
birthday on Sunday, May 6, 95 years after the doors opened on May 6, 1923.
“Today
is a great day for McCready Health,” said CEO Kathleen Harrison, welcomingRead More
County hears A&E district support
February 14, 2018
County hears A&E district support
City takes it up again
with April 1 deadline for final application
By Richard Crumbacker
Crisfield-Somerset
County Times
PRINCESS ANNE — The
County Commissioners heard nothing but support for Crisfield’s application to
establish and arts and entertainment district, and are anticipated to vote
favorably on it next
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February 14, 2018
County hears A&E district support
City takes it up again
with April 1 deadline for final application
By Richard Crumbacker
Crisfield-Somerset
County Times
PRINCESS ANNE — The
County Commissioners heard nothing but support for Crisfield’s application to
establish and arts and entertainment district, and are anticipated to vote
favorably on it nextRead More
Town lifts protections once required on ca. 1815 house
February 14, 2018
Town lifts protections once required on ca. 1815 house Crisfield-Somerset County Times PRINCESS ANNE — As expected the Princess Anne Commissioners passed a resolution not requiring the new owners of a former campground from protecting or restoring a 200-yearold house on the 62 acre property. Princess Anne LLC bought the land at the end of
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February 14, 2018
Town lifts protections once required on ca. 1815 house Crisfield-Somerset County Times PRINCESS ANNE — As expected the Princess Anne Commissioners passed a resolution not requiring the new owners of a former campground from protecting or restoring a 200-yearold house on the 62 acre property. Princess Anne LLC bought the land at the end of
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America may run to Princess Anne
January 31, 2018
America may run to Princess Anne Because it’s where a Dunkin’ Donuts will be By Richard Crumbacker Crisfield-Somerset County Times PRINCESS ANNE — If America runs on Dunkin’ then Princess Anne will be on its radar. The first hurdle to bring a Dunkin’ Donuts franchise to Princess Anne was crossed with enthusiastic and unanimous
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January 31, 2018
America may run to Princess Anne Because it’s where a Dunkin’ Donuts will be By Richard Crumbacker Crisfield-Somerset County Times PRINCESS ANNE — If America runs on Dunkin’ then Princess Anne will be on its radar. The first hurdle to bring a Dunkin’ Donuts franchise to Princess Anne was crossed with enthusiastic and unanimous
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Somerset's first modern distillery aims for more than liquidity
November 15, 2017
Somerset's
first modern distillery aims for more than liquidity
Jeremy Cox,
jcox6@delmarvanow.comPublished 6:00 a.m. ET Nov. 15,
2017
The red, barn-like
building in Princess Anne's industrial park was custom-built for a company
that — until it closed a few years ago — transformed spent cooking
oil into biodiesel fuel.
Its new tenant
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November 15, 2017
Somerset's
first modern distillery aims for more than liquidity
Jeremy Cox,
jcox6@delmarvanow.comPublished 6:00 a.m. ET Nov. 15,
2017
The red, barn-like
building in Princess Anne's industrial park was custom-built for a company
that — until it closed a few years ago — transformed spent cooking
oil into biodiesel fuel.
Its new tenantRead More
After 100 years, Handy Seafood is still standing
October 23, 2017
After 100 years, Handy Seafood is still standing Susan Parker, slparker@delmarvanow.comPublished 5:00 a.m. ET Oct. 23, 2017 If you enjoyed a soft-shell crab over the years, Terry Conway believes you can trace your happiness back to Crisfield. "It all started in Crisfield," said the owner and executive chairman of Handy Seafood. "We have kind of taken Crisfield
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October 23, 2017
After 100 years, Handy Seafood is still standing Susan Parker, slparker@delmarvanow.comPublished 5:00 a.m. ET Oct. 23, 2017 If you enjoyed a soft-shell crab over the years, Terry Conway believes you can trace your happiness back to Crisfield. "It all started in Crisfield," said the owner and executive chairman of Handy Seafood. "We have kind of taken Crisfield
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5 ok'd by county to serve on EDC board through June 2020
October 11, 2017
Business Briefs By Richard Crumbacker Crisfield-Somerset County Times PRINCESS ANNE — The County Commissioners last week approved the appointment of five nominees to the Somerset County Economic Development Commission board. They include Alex Karavasilis of First American Development Corp., Rob Maddox of Northrop Grumman, and Mahesh
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October 11, 2017
Business Briefs By Richard Crumbacker Crisfield-Somerset County Times PRINCESS ANNE — The County Commissioners last week approved the appointment of five nominees to the Somerset County Economic Development Commission board. They include Alex Karavasilis of First American Development Corp., Rob Maddox of Northrop Grumman, and Mahesh
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Annexation will bring new Dollar General
October 11, 2017
Annexation will bring new Dollar General By Richard Crumbacker Crisfield-Somerset County Times PRINCESS ANNE — Two lots totaling 1.5 acres on the south corner of Somerset Avenue and John Turkle Lane are being eyed for annexation by Princess Anne to accommodate
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October 11, 2017
Annexation will bring new Dollar General By Richard Crumbacker Crisfield-Somerset County Times PRINCESS ANNE — Two lots totaling 1.5 acres on the south corner of Somerset Avenue and John Turkle Lane are being eyed for annexation by Princess Anne to accommodate
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New shelter is from a caring community
October 4, 2017
New shelter is from a caring community Donations for furnishings and operational expenses are the next pressing need By Richard Crumbacker Crisfield-Somerset County Times PRINCESS ANNE — The Somerset County Committee for the Homeless Inc. last Wednesday held a ribbon cutting and open house for its 16-bed Lower Shore Shelter. It is now ramping up to
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October 4, 2017
New shelter is from a caring community Donations for furnishings and operational expenses are the next pressing need By Richard Crumbacker Crisfield-Somerset County Times PRINCESS ANNE — The Somerset County Committee for the Homeless Inc. last Wednesday held a ribbon cutting and open house for its 16-bed Lower Shore Shelter. It is now ramping up to
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Tangier gets a star turn in movie
September 5, 2017
Tangier gets a star turn in movie Deborah Gates, dgates@delmarvanow.comPublished 11:00 a.m. ET Sept. 5, 2017 | Updated 12:54 p.m. ET Sept. 5, 2017 In 1986, "Violets are Blue," a movie about high school sweethearts rekindling their lost love, was filmed on location in Ocean City. Then came "The Runaway Bride" in 1999 starring Julia Roberts and Richard Gere,
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September 5, 2017
Tangier gets a star turn in movie Deborah Gates, dgates@delmarvanow.comPublished 11:00 a.m. ET Sept. 5, 2017 | Updated 12:54 p.m. ET Sept. 5, 2017 In 1986, "Violets are Blue," a movie about high school sweethearts rekindling their lost love, was filmed on location in Ocean City. Then came "The Runaway Bride" in 1999 starring Julia Roberts and Richard Gere,
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Sherwin Williams Celebrates 50th Anniversary
August 22, 2017
The Somerset County Commissioners presented Sherwin Williams / Rubberset with a Proclomation for their 50th Year Anniversary in Somerset County. A BIG congratulations to Rubberset on this honor!
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August 22, 2017
The Somerset County Commissioners presented Sherwin Williams / Rubberset with a Proclomation for their 50th Year Anniversary in Somerset County. A BIG congratulations to Rubberset on this honor!
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