WESM Public NewsRoom Archive

Marlins lose to Nats 9-4, eliminated from playoff race (2008-09-24)
The Florida Marlins' playoff hopes officially ended Tuesday night at the hands of a team that is simply trying to avoid 100 losses.

Shields wins 14th, as Rays beat Orioloes (2008-09-24)
James Shields pitched seven effective innings to earn his 14th win, and the Tampa Bay Rays reduced their magic number to win the AL East to three by beating the Baltimore Orioles 5-2 Tuesday night in the first game of a doubleheader.

Woman killed in Berlin crash with tractor trailer (2008-09-24)
Maryland State Police say a Pocomoke City woman was killed and four people, including an infant, were injured in a crash on Route 113 in Worcester County.

Md. Civil Rights Office Probes Dunbar Team's Claim (2008-09-24)
The Maryland Office of Civil Rights says it is investigating allegations that Fort Hill High School football players used racial slurs against black players from Washington's Dunbar high during a game in Cumberland.

Md. plants record 485M oysters in Chesapeake Bay (2008-09-24)
Maryland has planted a record 485 million oysters in the Chesapeake Bay this year.

Maryland to revisit tests as graduation requirement (2008-09-23)
The State Board of Education will decide next month whether to continue requiring high school students to pass standardized tests in order to graduate.

Elderly woman in Maryland fends off burglar with reacher device used to grasp objects (2008-09-23)
Police said an elderly woman fended off a man who broke into her Annapolis-area home using a reacher device used to grasp objects.

MD-VA blue crab fishery gets disaster declaration (2008-09-23)
Federal officials announced a much sought-after disaster declaration for the Chesapeake Bay blue crab fishery, making watermen eligible for funding to help them deal with severe harvest limits.

UMES hosts gourmet dining event (2008-09-23)
When the students and faculty of the department of hotel and restaurant management at the University of Maryland Eastern Shore don their chef's hats to prepare for an evening of gourmet dining, it's one hot ticket.

Guard Juan Dixon returns to Washington Wizards (2008-09-23)
Guard Juan Dixon signed a free-agent contract with the Washington Wizards on Tuesday, returning to the team that drafted him after he led Maryland to an NCAA title.

Md. gov says he's working hard for slots vote (2008-09-23)
Maryland Gov. Martin O'Malley says he's working hard for the passage of a November referendum on slot machine gambling in the state, despite claims to the contrary.

Md. woman charged with choking teen daughter (2008-09-22)
Maryland State Police say a Talbot County woman has been charged with choking and assaulting her 17-year-old daughter.

Biffle makes late pass for 2nd straight Chase win (2008-09-22)
Greg Biffle finished a middling regular season as a driver who just couldn't win. Now, he's the one who simply can't lose.

Ravens use big 3rd quarter to keep Browns winless (2008-09-22)
In less than a minute, the Baltimore Ravens scored two touchdowns and further damaged an already agonizing season for the Cleveland Browns, as the the rested Ravens stayed unbeaten with a 28-10 victory on Sunday.

Dewey Beach elects 2 new commissioners (2008-09-22)
Dewey Beach voters have elected two new commissioners to the town council.

Leak sends 7 to hospital for treatment (2008-09-22)
Seven people were treated at area hospitals after a gas leak at Richmond's wastewater-treatment plant.

Delaware keeping close eye on Wall St. meltdown (2008-09-22)
Delaware business leaders and state officials are keeping a close eye on the financial meltdown on Wall Street because of the state's huge banking presence.

4th-quarter pick spurs Redskins past Cards 24-17 (2008-09-22)
The Washington Redskins executed the tip drill to perfection, with Leigh Torrence all over Steve Breaston as Kurt Warner's pass bounced high into the air.

Yankees stave off elimination in Stadium farewell (2008-09-22)
After all those championships in this celebrated place, all those unforgettable moments, the New York Yankees weren't about to be knocked out of the playoff race on a night like this.

Swarming defense lifts Eagles over Steelers 15-6 (2008-09-22)
With their best player sidelined and star quarterback hurting, the Philadelphia Eagles beat the Pittsburgh Steelers 15-6 on Sunday.

White Marlin going on display Monday in OC (2008-09-22)
Ocean City officials are unveiling the largest white marlin caught in Maryland on the town's boardwalk on Monday.

Young leads Padres to win over Nationals (2008-09-22)
Chris Young allowed just two hits in seven innings and hit the first home run of his career to lead the San Diego Padres to a 6-1 win over the Washington Nationals on Saturday night.

WMDT begins digital switchover today (2008-09-22)
Locally-based WMDT Channel 47 has announced that its shutting off its old "analog" signal today - in preparation for its full switch to digital transmission.

Shirtless man cited (2008-09-19)
It's a fine for going topless. But in this case the offender isn't female.

550,000 juvenile menhaden dead in Rehoboth Bay (2008-09-19)
More than 500,000 juvenile Atlantic menhaden were found dead this week in a canal on Rehoboth Bay.

Bay Bridge span to be partially closed this weekend (2008-09-19)
The Maryland Transportation Authority is warning that the eastbound span of the Bay Bridge will be closed to traffic temporarily during the overnight hours this weekend, for maintenance work.

Conectiv plant fined $5.3M for emissions (2008-09-19)
New Jersey's Environmental Protection Department has fined Conectiv Energy $5.3 million for allowing excessive emissions of hydrogen chloride at its Deepwater Generating Station in Salem County.

Developer sues Ocean View over zoning ruling (2008-09-19)
A Maryland company that was denied approval for a gasoline station in Ocean View is going to court.

Maryland inmate's death ruled homicide (2008-09-19)
Maryland's medical examiner has concluded a jail inmate accused of killing a police officer was strangled in his cell.

Furman takes on big task against Delaware (2008-09-19)
When Furman coach Bobby Lamb says his Paladins have a big task in front of them Saturday against Delaware, he means it literally.

Stubborn swamp fire contained (2008-09-18)
A stubborn fire in the Great Dismal Swamp is under control, again.

Wizards' Arenas has 3rd knee op, to miss 1st month (2008-09-18)
Gilbert Arenas has had yet another operation on his bothersome left knee.

Snider lifts Blue Jays to 8-7 win over Orioles (2008-09-18)
Travis Snider drove in the go-ahead run with a sacrifice fly in the eighth inning and the Toronto Blue Jays rallied to beat the Baltimore Orioles 8-7 on Wednesday night.

Reyes, Delgado, Beltran homer for Mets in 9-7 win (2008-09-18)
Carlos Beltran homered from both sides of the plate, Jose Reyes and Carlos Delgado also went deep, and the New York Mets built a big lead then barely held on to beat the Washington Nationals 9-7 Wednesday night.

Gas-gouging complaints will be investigated, Kaine says (2008-09-18)
Virginia Governor Tim Kaine says 30 inspectors are investigating more than 2,000 complaints of possible gas price gouging in the aftermath of hurricanes Ike and Gustav.

Del. PSC approves smart meters (2008-09-18)
The Delaware Public Service Commission has approved a Delmarva Power plan to install "smart" meters to reduce customers' energy use.

NFL Legend Hosts Golf Classic for UMES Students (2008-09-18)
Area golfers joined NFL legend Art Shell and other football greats on Wednesday at the Art Shell Celebrity Golf Classic, held at the Glen Riddle Golf Club in Berlin, Maryland.

Milford woman charged in ID theft case (2008-09-18)
Milford police say they have arrested a Milford woman who allegedly used a false ID to get a job and benefits for more than a year.

Tourism businesses discuss disaster planning (2008-09-18)
Delaware's tourism-related businesses heard Wednesday from emergency preparedness experts at a seminar in Smyrna about tourism disaster planning.

Steroid ban comes down the stretch (2008-09-18)
The Maryland Racing Commission has approved a ban on anabolic steroids for racehorses, following the lead of other racing states including Kentucky, Delaware, Pennsylvania and Virginia.

New Indian River bridge design unveiled (2008-09-18)
The Delaware Department of Transportation has unveiled the revised design for the new Indian River Inlet Bridge.

Blogger sentenced in perjury case (2008-09-17)
A blogger known for his disputes with Salisbury officials has been sentenced on a perjury charge.

Delaware convict escapes at Philadelphia airport (2008-09-17)
Authorities searched Tuesday for a handcuffed Delaware convict who escaped from a private security guard at Philadelphia International Airport over the weekend.

Va. revenues continue plunge in August (2008-09-16)
Virginia's revenues continued falling in August as year-to-date collections dipped below the previous year's comparable total for the first time in nearly six years.

Del. toll evaders could lose cars (2008-09-16)
A new Delaware law could punish toll evaders with the temporary loss of their car.

Judges turn back challenge to slots referendum (2008-09-16)
Maryland's highest court has rejected a legal challenge to a referendum on slot machines, ending an effort by slots opponents to rewrite a ballot question they called misleading.

O.C. Taking Votes On License Plate Design (2008-09-16)
The big vote underway in Ocean City has nothing to do with picking the president or the next American Idol.

Campbell leads Skins to 29-24 win over Saints (2008-09-15)
Redskins quarterback Jason Campbell hit Santana Moss for a 67-yard touchdown pass that won the game against New Orleans.

Marlins rally to beat Nats (2008-09-15)
Josh Willingham drove in the go-ahead run to help the Florida Marlins rally past the Washington Nationals 8-7.

Liz, Orioles homers stall Twins' playoff push (2008-09-15)
Radhames Liz pitched eight shutout innings, and the Baltimore Orioles hit five home runs in a 7-3 victory over the Minnesota Twins on Sunday.

Police ID woman killed in crash (2008-09-15)
Delaware State Police have released the name of an 18-year-old Milford woman who was killed in a single-car accident near Dover.

Milford man dies in two-vehicle crash (2008-09-15)
Authorities say a 35-year-old Milford man was killed when his pickup truck crossed into oncoming traffic and collided with another pickup.

New library building sought for Salisbury (2008-09-15)
Wicomico County Library Director Tom Hehman says the main branch building in Salisbury is obsolete and needs to be replaced.

Man killed when struck by train in Suffolk (2008-09-15)
A man was struck and killed by a train as he walked along the tracks in Suffolk.

Va. woman charged after vehicle strikes officer (2008-09-15)
A Virginia Beach woman faces reckless driving charges after she drove into a State Police cruiser on Interstate 264.

Delmarva Red Cross aiding Hurricane Ike victims (2008-09-15)
Red Cross of the Delmarva Peninsula says its Emergency Response Vehicle has been sent to Texas to help the recovery from damage caused by Hurricane Ike. The vehicle had been in Alabama aiding in Hurricane Gustav recovery efforts.

Milford man dies in two-vehicle crash (2008-09-15)
Authorities say a 35-year-old Milford man was killed when his pickup truck crossed into oncoming traffic and collided with another pickup.

High court to hear slots referendum challenge (2008-09-15)
Maryland's Court of Appeals is scheduled Monday to hear oral arguments in the battle over the November slots referendum.

St. Andrew Anglican church facing foreclosure (2008-09-15)
St. Andrew Anglican Church is facing foreclosure after defaulting on its mortgage.

Election officials stock up on registration forms (2008-09-15)
Virginia officials have ordered 200,000 additional voter registration forms to keep up with demand before the November elections.

Hurricane Ike postpones Ravens-Texans until Nov. 9 (2008-09-15)
The Baltimore Ravens-Houston Texans game was rescheduled to Nov. 9 after Reliant Stadium was severely damaged by Hurricane Ike. The Texans' home opener was originally scheduled for Sunday, then postponed to Monday night as Ike approached the Gulf Coast.

Howard claims top rank in black doctoral grads (2008-09-12)
Howard University in Washington is claiming a top ranking for colleges producing black doctoral graduates in science and engineering.

Md. to announce tighter controls on poultry waste (2008-09-12)
Taking a tougher stand toward state agricultural interests in an effort to cut pollution in the Chesapeake Bay, state regulators planned to will announce tighter controls Friday on what Eastern Shore poultry farmers do with the birds' waste.

Man faces life sentence in woman's burning death (2008-09-12)
A man faces a life sentence after being convicted of murder for setting his former girlfriend on fire.

2 Del. schools named Blue Ribbon schools (2008-09-11)
The U.S. Department of Education has named two Delaware schools among the 320 schools honored as national Blue Ribbon Schools.

Md. OKs subsidy to entice British Airways (2008-09-11)
The Maryland Board of Public Works has authorized an incentive that could persuade British Airways to continue operating at Baltimore-Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport.

Vehicle fee to rise in October (2008-09-11)
The cost to register a vehicle in the state of Delaware goes up next month.

Del. flags to be lowered for 9/11 anniversary (2008-09-11)
Gov. Ruth Ann Minner has ordered all Delaware flags to be lowered to half staff Thursday to honor those lost in the September 11 attacks.

State launches motorcycle safety campaign (2008-09-11)
The Delaware Office of Highway Safety says 15 motorcyclists have been killed in the state this year, including four in the two-week period that ended Sept. 2.

Minner appoints Scuse as new chief of staff (2008-09-11)
With just four months remaining before she leaves office, Gov. Ruth Ann Minner has named a new chief of staff.

Weldin Stewart wins nod for insurance commissioner (2008-09-10)
Karen Weldin Stewart has won a three-way Democratic primary to claim the party's nomination for state insurance commissioner.

Armed man wanted to help police in a conflict (2008-09-10)
A Virginia man who was found with a a grenade and several weapons in his car several blocks from the U.S. Capitol building told officials he went to Washington to help police in case of a conflict, charging documents said.

Lawmakers' grades lowered for lack of roads plan (2008-09-10)
No Virginia lawmaker got better than a middling grade in a pro-business legislative monitor's 2008 report card for failing to pass new transportation funding this year.

State police defend medevac helicopters (2008-09-10)
Maryland State Police officials are defending their helicopter fleet.

Six more women offer info on sexual assault (2008-09-10)
Salisbury police say six more women have come forward with information since the arrest last month of an Easton man on charges he impersonated a Maryland state trooper and sexually assaulted a prostitute.

Markell wins Del. Democratic gubernatorial primary; will face Lee (2008-09-10)
State treasurer Jack Markell has defeated Lt. Gov. John Carney to win Delaware's hotly contested Democratic gubernatorial nomination, while retired judge Bill Lee coasted to victory in the Republican primary.

Dover man dies in Clayton crash (2008-09-09)
Delaware State Police are investigating an accident in Clayton that killed a Dover man.

UMES to mark 122nd birthday (2008-09-09)
The University of Maryland Eastern Shore will mark the 122nd anniversary of its founding with a weeklong celebration.

Del. gasoline prices down a penny per gallon (2008-09-09)
Prices for gasoline in Delaware are a penny lower per gallon than they were a week ago.

MD comptroller: Revenue estimates will be sobering (2008-09-09)
Maryland Comptroller Peter Franchot said revenue estimates he is expected to release Tuesday for the two fiscal years through mid-2010 will be a ''sobering window'' on the state economy and warned legislative leaders will not be able to count on growth to solve budget problems.

Gonzales poll shows slots are losing favor (2008-09-09)
Forty-nine percent of Maryland residents surveyed would vote for the constitutional amendment to authorize slot machines in the state, a recent poll says.

Tuesday is primary day in Delaware (2008-09-09)
Republicans and Democrats in Delaware will vote Tuesday in a primary election featuring four statewide contests.

Trial begins in Princess Anne homicide (2008-09-09)
What is expected to be a three-day bench trial has begun in Somerset County for one of four men charged in a March homicide in Princess Anne.

Hanna linked to 3 Va. fatals (2008-09-07)
Governor Tim Kaine says three traffic deaths on Virginia roads have been linked to Tropical Storm Hanna.

Hanna cuts power to 43,000 across Mid-Atlantic (2008-09-07)
Tropical Storm Hanna has left about 43,000 homes and business temporarily without power in Maryland, Delaware, D.C. and Northern Virginia.

Storm causes power outages in Virginia (2008-09-07)
Thousands lost power as Tropical Storm Hanna moved through Virginia but many had their electricity back within a few hours.

Former Md. legislator pleads guilty (2008-09-05)
Federal prosecutors are seeking a sentence of at least three years in prison for a former state legislator who pleaded guilty to a child pornography charge.

Trembley to return as Orioles manager in 2009 (2008-09-05)
Dave Trembley will get another chance to coax a winning season out of the Baltimore Orioles in 2009.

Maryland to examine bridge inspection program (2008-09-05)
Gov. Martin O'Malley is directing state officials to form an independent panel of experts to review Maryland's tunnel and bridge inspection program.

Lockheed Martin gets Naval services contract (2008-09-05)
Defense contractor Lockheed Martin Corp. said Friday it has been awarded a lucrative contract to provide logistics and systems services for the U.S. Navy in the U.S. and abroad.

MEMA: Don't wait to prepare for possible flooding (2008-09-05)
Maryland emergency management officials are urging residents not to wait until the last minute to prepare for possible flooding.

Exonerated inmates argue against death penalty (2008-09-05)
Former prison inmates who faced death sentences but were later proven innocent are arguing against the death penalty in Maryland.

Inmate commits suicide in Dover prison (2008-09-04)
Delaware Department of Correction officials say an inmate at the Morris Community Corrections Center apparently hanged himself in his housing unit.

Democrats step up rhetoric as primary date nears (2008-09-04)
The two Democrats competing for the party nomination for governor are stepping up the rhetoric as their campaign enters its final week.

3 arrested in Ocean City with phony money (2008-09-04)
Three Washington, D.C., men have been arrested in Ocean City on charges they tried to pass counterfeit money.

Car parts maker to open Va. plant (2008-09-04)
A German car parts maker plans to open a $5 million plant and sales and technical service center in suburban Richmond.

UMES to be featured on CBS (2008-09-04)
"Eye on America," the CBS series hosted by Greg Gumbel, features the University of Maryland Eastern Shore in an upcoming episode as part of the show's series on "Hidden Gems of Higher Learning."

Former Md. lawmaker to admit federal porn charge (2008-09-03)
The lawyer for a western Maryland state delegate who resigned in disgrace says Robert McKee will plead guilty to a federal charge of possessing child pornography.

Chesapeake Utilities files for gas rate hike (2008-09-03)
Chesapeake Utilities Corp. has filed to raise rates for its natural gas customers

Dry weather threatens Del. crops (2008-09-03)
The dry weather is threatening farm incomes in all three Delaware counties.

Letter sparks scare at Va. courthouse (2008-09-03)
Officials say a suspicious letter meant to look like it contained anthrax prompted a scare at the U.S. courthouse in Norfolk.

Va. Guard to help with Gustav response (2008-09-03)
The Virginia National Guard is sending soldiers and airmen to help with response efforts related to Hurricane Gustav.

Court tosses statement; inmate first kept silent (2008-09-03)
Maryland's highest court has ruled that a prison inmate's confession to investigators that he molested a child can't be used against him because he asked for an attorney when he was first questioned in the case nearly three years earlier.

Md. Guard to provide support for Gustav recovery (2008-09-02)
Fifty-five Maryland National Guard soldiers are heading to Louisiana to provide logistical support to the Hurricane Gustav relief effort.

Ocean City retailers report slow holiday business (2008-09-02)
Store owners on Ocean City's boardwalk say business Labor Day weekend was on pace with the rest of the summer slow.

Va. Tech installs message boards (2008-09-02)
A new security measure is in place at Virginia Tech.

Contraband cigarettes seized in Salisbury (2008-08-29)
Maryland authorities have confiscated nearly 4,500 packs of contraband cigarettes from a vehicle traveling on U.S. 13 North in Salisbury. Two men were arrested.

Bay Bridge tolls resume; bridge repairs worry innkeepers (2008-08-29)
Innkeepers and hotel operators on the Eastern Shore are wondering what emergency repairs on the Bay Bridge will mean for their businesses during the holiday weekend. Also, the toll for the Bay Bridge is going back into effect.

Eastern Shore Focus - Show # 57: Marketplace Host Kai Ryssdal / MSTA Pres. (2008-08-29)
In this edition of Eastern Shore Focus, I'll talk with Kai Ryssdal - host of the public radio program called Marketplace - which looks at the entire world through the lenses of business, economics and finance. Also, later in today's program, we'll talk with Ms. Clara Floyd, President of the Maryland State Teacher's Association, to get her take on some of the most pressing issues facing teachers in Maryland today.

Guzman hits for cycle, Dukes homers twice for Nats (2008-08-29)
Cristian Guzman hit for the cycle and Elijah Dukes had two home runs, helping the Washington Nationals to an 11-2 romp over the struggling Los Angeles Dodgers on Thursday night.

Jaguars stymie Redskins 24-3 in preseason finale (2008-08-29)
Gregg Williams showed up the team that let him go, his Jacksonville Jaguars defense stopping cold a Washington Redskins first-string attack that once again looked far from ready for the regular season.

Lawsuit seeks to change slots referendum wording (2008-08-29)
Opponents of slot machines have filed a lawsuit arguing that ballot wording for Maryland's referendum on slot machine gambling should be changed because it misleads voters about how the state will spend revenues.

Berlin teen killed when car rolls over (2008-08-29)
Maryland State police say a 17-year-old girl was killed when the vehicle she was driving went off Route 50 in Berlin and rolled several times.

Ryan gets Falcons started in win over Ravens (2008-08-29)
The top two quarterbacks selected in the 2008 NFL draft started their team's final preseason game - for vastly different reasons - in Atlanta's 10-9 defeat of Baltimore.

2-way traffic resumes on Bay Bridge; buses added (2008-08-29)
The Maryland Transportation Authority says two-way travel on the westbound span of the Bay Bridge has resumed. Gov. O'Malley announces addition of buses to routes that cross the Bay Bridge.

Back to the Future, 'Birds win Two, 7-2 and 4-3 (2008-08-29)
The Delmarva Shorebirds picked up a pair of wins Thursday night over the northern division first-half winner Lake County, 7-2 and 4-3.

Chicken farms could be hurt by Russia move (2008-08-28)
The Delmarva Poultry Industry association says declining Russian imports of poultry announced this week could hurt Maryland and Delaware farmers.

Nery leads 'Birds past Lakewood, 3-0 (2008-08-28)
The Delmarva Shorebirds scored two runs with two outs in the second inning which helped lead them to a 3-0 victory over the BlueClaws Wednesday night at FirstEnergy Park.

Slumping Dodgers' streak reaches 6 losses (2008-08-28)
Tim Redding outpitched Greg Maddux to send the Los Angeles Dodgers to a season-high sixth consecutive loss, 5-4 Wednesday night against the Washington Nationals.

Worker loses leg in Delmar industrial accident (2008-08-28)
Delaware State Police say a recycling plant worker's left leg was amputated in an industrial accident.

Salisbury man convicted in home invasion (2008-08-28)
A Somerset County jury has convicted a Salisbury man who was charged in a home invasion in Princess Anne.

Md. board to consider slots referendum language (2008-08-28)
The Maryland State Board of Elections is scheduled to meet Thursday to ratify language for November's ballots, including the disputed wording on the statewide referendum on whether to permit slots in Maryland.

Ruark wants gun charge erased from record (2008-08-28)
Wicomico County State's Attorney Davis Ruark is asking that a handgun possession charge brought against him be expunged from the record.

Princess Anne plant gets permit for repairs (2008-08-28)
Town Commissioners in Princess Anne have issued the permits that will allow repairs and the restart of production at the biodiesel plant that was the scene of a May explosion.

Marketplace coming to WESM 91.3 FM (2008-08-28)
Starting on Monday, September 1, 2008, WESM 91.3 FM will be launching its new schedule - which includes the addition of a daily business program called Marketplace.

Orioles beat White Sox to end 5-game skid (2008-08-28)
Brian Roberts turned a scheduled day off into a three-RBI performance, and the Baltimore Orioles ended a five-game losing streak by defeating the Chicago White Sox 11-3 on Wednesday night.

Crab tagging part of regulatory program (2008-08-27)
The state's belt-tightening has delayed a Virginia plan to better regulate blue crabs in the Chesapeake Bay.

2003 SAT scores released by the college board (2008-08-27)
Statistics from the College Board, show in increase in SAT scores in Delaware.

Deputy A.G. charged with DUI (2008-08-27)
A deputy attorney general has been charged with alcohol-related traffic violations in Rehoboth Beach.

SAT scores still lagging in Md. (2008-08-27)
Average SAT scores in Maryland are still lower than they were several years ago.

Maryland poverty rate rises (2008-08-27)
Maryland has the nation's highest median household income.

Police investigate shooting of Lt. Gov's cousin (2008-08-26)
Preliminary autopsy results indicate that Lt. Gov. Anthony Brown's cousin Catherine Brown's death was caused by a single gunshot wound.

Thome's 535th homer gives White Sox 'split' (2008-08-26)
Jim Thome hit his 535th home run to gain sole possession of 15th place on the career list, and the Chicago White Sox beat the Baltimore Orioles 4-3 Monday night after losing the completion of a game suspended by rain.

Man's Wife Sets Fire To His Harley In Ocean City (2008-08-26)
A Tennessee woman is charged with arson in a Maryland resort town after setting her husband's Harley Davidson motorcycle on fire.

Community College Sees Growth In Enrollment (2008-08-26)
Hagerstown Community College officials say people who return to college after losing their jobs are one reason for the increase in enrollment.

6 hospitalized after fire in Delmar motel (2008-08-26)
Delmar Fire officials say six people were hospitalized after an electrical fire in a motel room.

ACLU Says Police Have More Surveillance Documents (2008-08-26)
The American Civil Liberties Union of Maryland claims in a court filing that Maryland State Police officials have not released all documents related to the 14-month infiltration of monitoring of anti-death penalty and peace activist groups.

MBNA Paid Biden Son At Critical Time For Bill (2008-08-26)
A son of Democratic vice presidential candidate Joe Biden was paid an undisclosed amount of money as a consultant by MBNA, the largest employer in Delaware.

Punishments vary for Redskins' offense, defense (2008-08-26)
The offensive coach's idea of punishment? Make the starters play. The defensive coach's idea of punishment? Make the starters not play.

Bay Bridge wall to be strengthened; lane closed (2008-08-26)
The Maryland Transportation Authority says one lane of the eastbound span of the Bay Bridge will be closed for two or three weeks while workers strengthen the containing wall alongside the right lane near the Eastern Shore.

AAA projects less traffic for Labor Day in Md. (2008-08-26)
AAA Mid-Atlantic is predicting a nominal decrease in the number of Marylanders traveling this Labor Day holiday compared to last year.

Easton man tries to pay support with pennies (2008-08-26)
Grant Trump says he understands why he has to pay child support but he didn't like the smug attitude he received from the support office in Caroline County.

Va. wildfire grows to 400 acres (2008-08-26)
A wildfire in the George Washington and Jefferson national forests is growing.

Gleason Earns 12th Win in 8-3 Delmarva Triumph (2008-08-26)
Sean Gleason allowed just one run over six innings and the Birds got three hit games from three different players as Delmarva rolled to an 8-3 win over Lakewood on Monday night at FirstEnergy Park.

SI commissions poster of Phelps cover (2008-08-25)
Sports Illustrated is commissioning a poster of the cover featuring Michael Phelps wearing all eight of his 2008 Olympic gold medals, a first for the magazine.

Harden K's 11 as Cubs beat Nats (2008-08-25)
Rich Harden matched a career-high with 11 strikeouts, Mark DeRosa homered for the fourth straight game and the streaking Chicago Cubs took their eighth straight series with a 6-1 win over the Washington Nationals on Sunday.

Yankees complete sweep of Orioles (2008-08-25)
Robinson Cano hit the tiebreaking homer in the seventh inning after New York blew a five-run lead, and the Yankees beat the Baltimore Orioles 8-7 Sunday for a three-game sweep.

Jason Taylor out 10-14 days with knee sprain (2008-08-25)
Redskins defensive end Jason Taylor is expected to be sidelined 10-14 days with a sprained right knee, putting his availability in doubt for Washington's season opener against the New York Giants on Sept. 4.

Small plane lands on belly on OC runway (2008-08-25)
Maryland State Police say a small twin engine aircraft having problems with its landing gear crash-landed on a runway at the Ocean City Airport.

Girl finds $1000 on beach, gives it back to Pgh. family (2008-08-25)
An 11-year-old Delaware girl has delivered a happy ending to a Pittsburgh couple's vacation nightmare in Ocean City.

Biofuel plant reps to talk with Princess Anne officials (2008-08-25)
Representatives of the Greenlight biofuels plant in Princess Anne are scheduled to meet with local officials Monday evening to discuss plans to resume production at the plant.

Bay Bridge toll revenue down more than 3 percent (2008-08-25)
Revenue from tolls at the Bay Bridge has fallen more than 3 percent this year.

Easton man charged as police impersonator (2008-08-25)
An Easton man is facing criminal charges for alleged posing as a police officer to gain sexual favors from prostitutes in Salisbury.

Lt. Gov's cousin killed in shooting (2008-08-25)
Lt. Gov. Anthony Brown says his first cousin was killed in her Gaithersburg home in a shooting.

Nobody's Perfect: Suns Take Finale 4-2 (2008-08-25)
The Suns used some timely hitting in a four-run fifth inning that propelled Hagerstown to a 4-2 victory in the rubber match of this week's five game series at Municipal Stadium.

Fall rabies clinics scheduled for Somerset County (2008-08-25)
The Somerset County Health Department has scheduled their annual Fall rabies clinics.

Biden wages 2 campaigns at once (2008-08-25)
Senator Joe Biden will pursue two campaigns at once this fall: his race for the White House as Barack Obama's running mate and his quest for re-election to the Senate.

Nationals snap 12-game losing streak (2008-08-22)
Austin Kearns hit a tiebreaking RBI single in the eighth inning and the Washington Nationals snapped a 12-game losing streak with a 4-3 victory over the Philadelphia Phillies on Thursday night.

Orioles to host Yankees this weekend (2008-08-22)
The Orioles resume their current home stand tonight with the first of three weekend games against the New York Yankees.

NASA destroys rocket after failed launch (2008-08-22)
NASA destroyed an unmanned experimental rocket carrying a pair of research satellites Friday when it veered off course shortly after an early morning liftoff from Wallops Island, Virginia.

PRESIDENT'S CONVOCATION TO SET PACE FOR NEW ACADEMIC YEAR (2008-08-22)
Faculty and staff of the University of Maryland Eastern Shore assemble for an opening convocation on Monday, August 25, at 10 a.m. in the Ella Fitzgerald Center for the Performing Arts. Dr. Judith James, executive director of the board of education in Prince George's County, is the keynote speaker.

Felton woman charged in fatal accident (2008-08-22)
Dover police have arrested a Felton woman who allegedly left the scene of an accident that killed a pedestrian crossing U.S. Route 13.

Medevac helicopters have maintenance issues (2008-08-22)
A state audit has found that maintenance problems grounded some of Maryland's 12 Medevac helicopters.

Eastern Shore Focus - Show # 56: Dep. Drug Czar promotes SBI Codes / D. Gibson (2008-08-22)
Deputy Drug Czar Bertha Madras talks about a new tool called SBI codes that are helping doctors to openly discuss, screen, assess, and hopefully reduce a patient's drug or alcohol use, before it ultimately spirals into addiction, or even death. And later in the program, we'll talk with Mr. Douglas Gibson, a local African-American artisan who has made a career out of his love of duck carving and wildfowl art.

State aid urged for Rehoboth wastewater upgrade (2008-08-22)
A member of the state's Clean Water Advisory Council says Rehoboth Beach deserves millions in state dollars to improve the town's wastewater treatment.

Nader's Va. supporters plan to submit signatures (2008-08-22)
Supporters of Ralph Nader believe they've gathered enough signatures to get the independent presidential candidate on Virginia's ballot for the general election.

Fenwick Island man killed in motorcycle accident (2008-08-22)
Delaware State Police say a Fenwick Island man is dead after crashing his Harley-Davidson motorcycle on Route 54.

Md. lieutenant governor to speak at Republican convention (2008-08-21)
The Republican National Committee has invited former Maryland Lt. Gov. Michael Steele to speak at the party's national convention in St. Paul, Minn.

Weak economy spurs growth for community colleges (2008-08-21)
Two-year community colleges are seeing record enrollment as a weak economy is steering high school graduates away from more expensive four-year universities.

Va. facility halts out-of-state trash (2008-08-21)
A solid waste authority in Hampton Roads, Va., is saying no more garbage from other states, including Connecticut.

Home-built aircraft skids off runway (2008-08-21)
Airport officials say a home-built experimental aircraft skidded off the runway at the Salisbury-Ocean City-Wicomico Regional Airport.

Small plane skids off runway at BWI (2008-08-21)
A spokeswoman at Baltimore Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport says no one was injured when a small plane skidded off a runway during takeoff.

Virginia Looking For Help On Election Day (2008-08-21)
Virginia is looking for additional help at the polls on Election Day.

Cambridge man held on assault charges (2008-08-21)
A 52-year-old Cambridge man is under arrest for allegedly hitting a woman several times in the head with a ceramic figurine and stabbing her with a knife in the arm.

Birds blank Suns 1-0 for sixth straight win (2008-08-21)
Behind Sean Gleason's masterful seven innings and Cliff Flagello's two perfect frames, the Shorebirds used a bases-loaded walk in the seventh inning to score the game's only run and earn their sixth straight victory.

Homers by Hernandez, Mora lift Orioles over Boston (2008-08-21)
Ramon Hernandez and Melvin Mora hit three-run homers, and the Baltimore Orioles overcame an early deficit to beat the Boston Red Sox 11-6 Wednesday night and avoid a three-game sweep.

Myers tosses shutout in Phillies' win (2008-08-21)
Brett Myers tossed a nine-hitter for his first shutout in four years and the Philadelphia Phillies beat Washington 4-0 on Wednesday night, handling the Nationals their 12th straight loss.

2 charged with rape in Delaware (2008-08-21)
Smyrna police have arrested two men accused of raping a woman.

Somerset rejects grant for welcome center (2008-08-20)
Somerset County Commissioners voted against a grant for the Accohannock Indian Tribe to building a welcome center at Bending Water Park in Marion Station.

Wicomico landfill trial to be moved out of county (2008-08-20)
The trial of former Wicomico County landfill superintendent Kenneth Townsend will be moved outside the county.

Vote expected on pier planned for Easton (2008-08-20)
Maryland's Board of Public Works is expected to decide Wednesday whether to allow construction of a 500-foot-long community pier on the Tred Avon River.

Suspect surrenders in Caroline shooting (2008-08-20)
The suspect in a shooting that injured two women has surrendered to the Caroline County Sheriff's Office.

Wicomico votes against privatizing liquor sales (2008-08-20)
The Wicomico County Council voted against on a resolution on starting the process of privatizing the county's liquor sales.

Beau Biden's guard unit headed to Iraq (2008-08-20)
The Delaware National Guard says state Attorney General Beau Biden's guard unit will be deployed to Iraq on Oct. 3 and will be overseas for about a year.

Werth's homer hands Nats 11th straight loss (2008-08-20)
Jayson Werth hit a tiebreaking solo homer in the eighth inning to lift the Philadelphia Phillies over Washington 5-4 on Tuesday night, the Nationals' 11th straight loss.

Hampton U. gets cancer treatment grant (2008-08-20)
Hampton University and Eastern Virginia Medical School are using a grant to improve cancer treatment.

Performer accused of fondling Ocean City tourist (2008-08-20)
Ocean City Police say a licensed street performer has been arrested for allegedly fondling a teenager.

3 Rockies homers hand Nats 10th straight loss (2008-08-18)
Ian Stewart and Seth Smith hit three-run homers, Aaron Cook struggled through five innings for his 15th victory and the Colorado Rockies beat Washington 7-2 on Sunday, handing the Nationals their season-high 10th straight loss.

16 arrested after drug raid in Selbyville (2008-08-18)
State police have made 16 arrests after a major drug raid in Selbyville.

PRMC to dedicate new tower (2008-08-18)
Peninsula Regional Medical Center on Monday will formally dedicate a new patient care facility.

Md. Educator Heading Out To Sea On Research Ship (2008-08-18)
Armed with a waterproof notebook and digital camera, Rebecca Bell has a long list of projects planned for her days aboard the Delaware II.

Inspectors To Examine Barriers On Bay Bridge (2008-08-18)
Inspectors will be on the Bay Bridge this week, examining a part of the bridge where a tractor-trailer crashed through a concrete barrier and into the water.

Mora, Scott homer twice in Orioles' 16-8 rout (2008-08-18)
Melvin Mora and Luke Scott had two home runs apiece and the Baltimore Orioles routed the Detroit Tigers 16-8 on Sunday.

Birds Win 4th Straight, 9-3 over Sand Gnats (2008-08-18)
Delmarva used a big four-run fifth inning to break open a 3-3 tie and run away with a 9-3 victory over Savannah on Sunday evening at Arthur W. Perdue Stadium.

Airlines push for homegrown jet fuel (2008-08-18)
With the price of oil still above $100 a barrel, everything from wood chips to chicken fat is being scrutinized as an alternative to traditional fuel. But when it comes to airplanes, finding the right mix poses a special challenge.

Southern Md. churches urge men to get prostate test (2008-08-18)
The preacher's words took flight in a small Pentecostal sanctuary in southern Maryland, where men are dying needlessly of a treatable disease.

Report: Va ranks 17th in tax burden (2008-08-18)
Virginia's tax burden has crept up to its highest level in three decades, according to a nonprofit group.

New Law Promotes Advanced Stroke Treatment (2008-08-15)
Gov. Ruth Ann Minner has signed a bill that could encourage hospitals in Delaware to adopt the most advanced methods for treating stroke.

Del. Spacesuit Maker Protests Bid Award to Rival (2008-08-15)
A Frederica business that manufactures NASA spacesuits has filed a protest with the U.S. Government Accountability Office after being denied a $745 million contract.

Maryland's Unemployment Rate Rises to 4.4 Percent (2008-08-15)
Preliminary figures from the U.S. Department of Labor show the unemployment rate in Maryland climbed 4/10ths of a percentage point in July to 4.4 percent.

Ocean City Has New Disaster Command Vehicle (2008-08-15)
Ocean City's Department of Emergency Services has a new tool for the next hurricane or disaster in the area.

Va. launches site for seniors, disabled (2008-08-14)
A new Web site is helping the elderly and adults with disabilities find information about services, benefits and other support programs in Virginia.

Talbot deputy accused of shooting boy with BB gun (2008-08-14)
A Talbot County sheriff's deputy is facing charges in Caroline County for allegedly shooting a 4-year-old boy with a BB gun.

FBI says DRILL Academy probe complete (2008-08-14)
Salisbury Mayor Barrie Parsons Tilghman wants federal authorities to expedite an investigation of alleged abuse at a now-closed boot camp academy for juvenile offenders.

Man charged with attempted rape (2008-08-13)
Salisbury police have charged a 40-year-old man with attempted rape of a juvenile female.

Underground FEMA fuel tanks could leak (2008-08-13)
The U.S. owns hundreds of underground fuel tanks -- many designed for emergencies back in the Cold War -- that need inspection for leaks of hazardous substances that could poison drinking water.

Judge rules in carbon monoxide deaths case (2008-08-13)
A federal judge in Baltimore has effectively dismissed a liability claim against a defendant in a lawsuit filed after the carbon monoxide deaths of two tourists at an Ocean City motel.

Indians rally past Orioles for fifth straight win (2008-08-13)
Asdrubal Cabrera hit a tiebreaking RBI single in the eighth inning and the Cleveland Indians beat the Baltimore Orioles 7-5 Tuesday night for their fifth straight win.

Mets save 1 for Santana, hold off Nationals (2008-08-13)
The beleaguered New York Mets bullpen finally saved one for Johan Santana, preserving a 4-3 victory Tuesday night that extended the Washington Nationals' losing streak to six games.

About 1,600 yard complaints this year in Salisbury (2008-08-13)
City officials in Salisbury say there has been no let-up in the number of complaints they receive about overgrown yards.

RiverDogs Bite Birds 5-2 (2008-08-13)
Bradley Suttle and Brandon Laird each drove in a pair of runs, and Jesus Montero went 3-5 with an RBI to lead the RiverDogs to the 5-2 victory on Tuesday night at Arthur W. Perdue Stadium.

Investigators checking statements by Bay Bridge driver (2008-08-13)
Officials say a woman who has told journalists that she fell asleep at the wheel in the fatal Bay Bridge accident on Sunday has given similar statements to investigators.

Engineer says bridge wall shows no sign of deterioration (2008-08-12)
A state engineer said Monday that the speed and size of a tractor-trailer appeared to be what led the truck to crash off the Chesapeake Bay Bridge during a dramatic weekend accident, not any failing by the bridge's protective wall.

Women killed in Sussex car crash (2008-08-12)
Delaware State Police have identified a woman who died in a car crash in Sussex County.

Watermen's Groups Consider Uniting (2008-08-12)
Virginia's watermen are hoping a united front may help curb pollution in the Chesapeake Bay.

Starved-to-death toddler alleged victim of religious cult (2008-08-12)
Police in Baltimore say a 15-month-old boy whose remains were found in a suitcase in Philadelphia in April was starved to death by members of a religious cult.

Utility to pay $55,000 to settle complaint (2008-08-12)
Chesapeake Utilities has agreed to pay $55,000 to settle a complaint that it improperly shut off natural gas service to customers during freezing weather.

Traffic tie-ups continue in Bay Bridge accident (2008-08-11)
A spectacular accident in which a tractor-trailer plunged off the Bay Bridge was expected to keep one lane of the bridge closed through Monday afternoon and continue to snarl traffic through the morning rush hour, state officials said.

Bus fires prompt MTA to pull 200 off streets (2008-08-11)
The Maryland Transit Administration says fires on two buses caused by brake problems forced it to pull 200 vehicles off the streets in July.

Audit: Md. unsure whether tracks taxes collected (2008-08-11)
State auditors are criticizing Maryland officials for not keeping track of taxes paid by horse tracks.

Grenade found with donated clothes in Salisbury (2008-08-08)
Investigators say a grenade found in a donation bin at the Salvation Army thrift store in Salisbury turned out to be a dud.

FBI opens probe into raid at Maryland mayor's home (2008-08-08)
The FBI has opened an investigation into how police in Prince Georges County, Maryland, handled a drug raid last month at the home of a small town mayor.

Maryland opening trade office in South Korea (2008-08-08)
Maryland is opening a trade office in Seoul, South Korea.

Eastern Shore Focus - Show # 55: Talking with UMES President Thompson (2008-08-08)
In this edition of Eastern Shore Focus, we'll talk with Dr. Thelma B. Thompson, President of the University of Maryland Eastern Shore. Dr. Thompson has appeared on this program several times before, and today she's here to tell listeners about some of the more recent accomplishments of the University - and how it's fulfilling its mission as a land-grant institution through reaching out to the local community, as well as providing much-needed training developing countries.

Salisbury professor finds racial slur on sign (2008-08-08)
A Salisbury University professor who moved to a new home last week says he had an unhappy welcome days later when he found a racist message on a Barack Obama campaign sign in the yard of the home he is renting.

Maryland regulators settle with bond insurer ACA Capital (2008-08-08)
The Maryland Insurance Administration said Friday it reached a settlement and restructuring plan involving ACA Financial Guaranty Corp.

Police probe death of man pulled from river (2008-08-08)
Maryland State Police say they are continuing their investigation into the death of a man whose body was pulled from the Youghiogheny River.

Board approves $44 million BWI shuttle contract (2008-08-07)
The Board of Public Works has voted for a new $44 million contract for an airport shuttle service, despite complaints that the company failed to meet minority participation goals when it first ran the operation.

Delaware prisoner dead of apparent suicide (2008-08-07)
A Delaware prison inmate serving 14 days for violating his probation apparently has committed suicide.

Delaware police official placed on leave (2008-08-07)
A high-ranking state police official has been placed on leave after being accused of misconduct.

Va. reaches 5,000th DNA databank hit (2008-08-07)
Governor Tim Kaine says Virginia has reached a milestone with its 5,000th hit to the state DNA databank.

Trial of man who allegedly threatened governor delayed (2008-08-07)
Family members say the trial of a man accused of threatening Gov. Martin O'Malley has been postponed until October.

Board approves $43 million contract for forensic lab (2008-08-07)
The Board of Public Works has approved a $43.2 million contract for the new State Forensic Medical Center in Baltimore.

Delaware school choice stipends eliminated (2008-08-06)
Parents who take advantage of school choice in Delaware will no longer be able to receive transportation stipends.

Death penalty commission holds 2nd hearing (2008-08-06)
The daughter of a murdered elderly couple told a commission studying Maryland's death penalty on Tuesday to fix flaws in capital punishment - not to repeal it - while critics argued that capital cases are susceptible to legal errors.

Average in-state tuition & fees up 7.3 percent in Va. (2008-08-06)
In-state undergraduates at the state's public colleges will pay 7.3 percent more for tuition and fees this school year over last year.

Birds sneak past Power 4-3 in finale (2008-08-06)
Joe Mahoney's RBI single with two outs in the fourth inning broke a 3-3 tie and gave the Shorebirds a 4-3 lead that they would cling to for the final five and half innings for the one-run victory on getaway evening in West Virginia.

Orioles' Waters allows 1 hit in 8 innings in debut (2008-08-06)
Chris Waters held the team with baseball's best record to one hit over eight innings in his major league debut, and the Baltimore Orioles beat the Los Angeles Angels 3-0 on Tuesday night.

Gas prices topic of early political ads (2008-08-06)
Unhappy about high gas prices? Maryland politicians from both parties are launching advertising campaigns laying out their energy plans.

Selbyville drowning victims named (2008-08-06)
Authorities in Delaware have identified two men who died in a private pond east of Selbyville while swimming.

Rockies get 6 in 8th to beat Nationals 8-2 (2008-08-06)
Brad Hawpe's bases-loaded, two-run single in the bottom of the eighth sparked a six-run rally and the Colorado Rockies beat the Washington Nationals 8-2 on Tuesday night.

Colo. researcher raises his hurricane forecast (2008-08-06)
A noted hurricane researcher has revised his Atlantic forecast upward and now calls for a total of nine hurricanes this season - an increase of one.

Nationals overcome rough start, beat Rockies 9-4 (2008-08-05)
Tim Redding settled down after a rough start to strike out six over five-plus innings and the Washington Nationals won their fourth straight, beating the Colorado Rockies 9-4 on Monday night.

Angels beat Orioles on bases-loaded walk (2008-08-05)
Chone Figgins drew a bases-loaded walk from All-Star closer George Sherrill with two outs in the ninth inning and the Los Angeles Angels beat the Baltimore Orioles 6-5 on Monday night.

White marlin tournament begins in Ocean City (2008-08-05)
The annual White Marlin Open is under way in Ocean City. It's billed as the world's largest billfish tournament with 3 million dollars in prize money at stake.

O'Malley: New ethanol pumps coming to Shore (2008-08-05)
Gov. Martin O'Malley has announced plans to add four new ethanol pumps in Maryland to improve fuel efficiency for state vehicles.

OverPowered: Birds Fall 9-4 (2008-08-05)
Despite Delmarva's early offense that gave the Shorebirds a 2-0 lead in the first, West Virginia was the better team on Monday night in Charleston as the Power ran away with a 9-4 victory.

Fire ruins seafood plant in Wingate (2008-08-05)
The State Fire Marshal's office says a fire Sunday that ruined a seafood plant in southern Dorchester County caused an estimated $500,000 in damage.

Woman jailed in Thanksgiving Day slaying (2008-08-05)
A Cambridge woman who acknowledged killing a city man last Thanksgiving Day has received the maximum sentence.

Delaware sees increase in need at food banks (2008-08-05)
The latest federal statistics show the number of people using food stamps in Delaware has risen 10 percent since the same time last year.

Vandalism damages lifeguard chairs in Md. resort (2008-08-05)
Ocean City Beach Patrol Capt. Butch Arbin says he has seen a disturbing increase in vandalism to lifeguard stands this season.

Nationals win 4-2, complete 3-game sweep of Reds (2008-08-04)
For one weekend, the Washington Nationals managed to resemble a decent baseball team, an achievement made possible with the help of the stumbling Cincinnati Reds.

Grant money to fund turbine research at Indian River (2008-08-04)
A Frankford company is promoting turbines as a way to convert fast-moving water to electricity. UEK Delaware has received preliminary approval for a $52,400 grant from the Delaware Green Energy Fund.

Driver accused of 4th DUI in Seaford crash (2008-08-04)
Delaware State Police have charged the driver in a Seaford area crash that wounded two passengers.

Guthrie terrific in Baltimore Orioles' 3-1 victory (2008-08-04)
Jeremy Guthrie retired 26 of the final 28 batters he faced in his first career complete game, allowing just four hits in the Baltimore Orioles' 3-1 win over the Seattle Mariners on Saturday night.

Ex-Hilfiger exec's latest cabin request rejected (2008-08-04)
A former Tommy Hilfiger executive has lost another battle in his ongoing skirmish over cabins illegally built on an environmentally sensitive island.

Redskins close Hall of Fame weekend with 30-16 win (2008-08-04)
Rookie Colt Brennan threw two touchdown passes in the second half for Washington, and Matterral Richardson returned an interception 38 yards for a touchdown to rally the Redskins for a 30-16 victory against the Indianapolis Colts in Sunday's Hall of Fame Game.

Induction ceremony at Hall of Fame goes Hog wild (2008-08-04)
The Hall of Fame induction ceremony turned Hog wild Saturday. Darrell Green and Art Monk walked across the stage waving their arms and urged thousands of Washington Redskins fans to give them one more salute.

Birds Double Up Power 10-5 (2008-08-04)
After blowing an eight-run lead on Saturday night, the Shorebirds kept their feet on the gas against West Virginia on Sunday, jumping out to 8-1 lead and hanging on for the 10-5 victory over the Power to even the four-game series at one game apiece.

Parksley man drowns at Mo. lake (2008-08-04)
The Missouri State Water Patrol says a 56-year-old Virginia man drowned at the Lake of the Ozarks near Osage Beach.

Orioles' Cabrera, Yankees' Ramirez suspended (2008-08-01)
Baltimore's Daniel Cabrera and New York's Edwar Ramirez have been suspended and fined for intentionally throwing at batters.

Dredging project completed on Wicomico River (2008-08-01)
A two-week project to dredge the Wicomico River is over. The Army Corps of Engineers removed sediment from the river in an area downstream from Salisbury extending nearly to Upper Ferry. Officials say the $832,000 project was intended to improve navigability on the river.

Delaware approves offshore wind farm (2008-08-01)
State officials on Thursday approved an agreement between Delmarva Power and a wind farm developer that could lead to the nation's first offshore wind farm off the Delaware coast.

Chesapeake Bay lighthouse up for sale (2008-08-01)
Another Chesapeake Bay lighthouse is on the market.

Mobile food pantry gives lifeline to those in need (2008-08-01)
With the price of gas still high, it's not always easy to get to the nearest regional food bank, or pantry. However, the Maryland Food Bank has been making the process a little bit easier by bringing the food directly to those communities in most need.

Eastern Shore Focus - Show # 54: The Challenges Facing Area Food Banks (Pt. 2) (2008-08-01)
We'll continue with Part Two of my discussion with Yvonne Terry and Deborah Flateman about the struggles of area food books. Later in this program, we'll also visit the site of a program that the Maryland Food Bank has launched called Pantries on the Go. It's a Mobile Food Pantry Program that's bringing food directly to communities in need.

Va. holds back-to-school tax holiday this weekend (2008-08-01)
Virginians can save money this weekend thanks to the state's back-to-school tax holiday.

Top scientists visit UMES research farm (2008-08-01)
Scientists at the University of Maryland Eastern Shore yesterday hosted a group of some 50 researchers, policy makers and educators, known as the SERA-17, at its joint UMES & USDA nutrient management site.

Phillies win 5th straight; Nats lose 9th in a row (2008-08-01)
Jimmy Rollins and Jayson Werth homered, and the Philadelphia Phillies stretched their winning streak to five with an 8-4 victory over the Washington Nationals on Thursday night.

Pope Rallies 'Birds Past I's, 5-4 (2008-07-31)
Kieron Pope's two-out double in the last of the eighth scored the go-ahead runs and Delmarva closer Mick Mattaliano picked up his 26th save of the season with the scoreless ninth to give the Birds the dramatic come-from-behind 5-4 victory over the Intimidators.

Abreu hits 2 homers, Yankees finally beat Orioles (2008-07-31)
Bobby Abreu hit a pair of homers while getting a day off from the field, Alex Rodriguez also went deep and the New York Yankees pounded the Baltimore Orioles 13-3 on Wednesday to avoid a three-game sweep.

Utley, Victorino back Moyer in Phils' 8-5 victory (2008-07-31)
Chase Utley homered for the second consecutive game, providing the big blow in a five-run fifth inning, and the Philadelphia Phillies beat the Washington Nationals 8-5 Wednesday night to move back atop the NL East with their fourth victory in a row.

Support grows for Tubman National Park (2008-07-31)
There is more support for two national parks for Underground Railroad conductor Harriet Tubman.

Parties in Shore blogger lawsuit reach settlement (2008-07-31)
Both sides in a case between Salisbury police chief Allan Webster and blogger Joe Albero reached a settlement Wednesday, avoiding a courtroom showdown.

O'Malley calls for review of police surveillance (2008-07-31)
Gov. Martin O'Malley has named former Maryland attorney general Stephen Sachs to head an independent review of Maryland State Police surveillance of anti-war and death-penalty opposition groups.

Fisheries officials release tagged rockfish (2008-07-31)
Maryland fisheries officials released "Diamond Jim" along with a third batch of specially tagged rockfish into the Chesapeake Bay on Thursday.

Ocean City hotel evacuated because of fire (2008-07-31)
Ocean City firefighters say a firefighter suffered a minor injury to his hand during a blaze that forced the evacuation of the Phillips Beach Plaza Hotel at 13th Street.

Owner of illegal island cabins has new request (2008-07-31)
It's been more than a year since a former Tommy Hilfiger executive lost a court fight over hunting cabins that were built without a permit on his island in the Nanticoke River, but the cabins have yet to be demolished.

Hate leaflets found on lawns near Cambridge (2008-07-30)
The Dorchester County Sheriff's Office says someone has been distributing white supremacist leaflets in yards in the Cambridge area.

Body found in Salisbury park sent to examiner (2008-07-30)
Salisbury police say the State Medical Examiner has been sent badly decomposed human remains found Monday near the Northwood Industrial Park.

Cabrera leads Orioles past Yankees (2008-07-30)
Daniel Cabrera pitched into the eighth inning before being ejected, Aubrey Huff had four RBIs and the Baltimore Orioles held off the New York Yankees 7-6 Tuesday night for their third straight win.

Cambridge daily to become twice-weekly paper (2008-07-30)
The Daily Banner will switch next week from daily publication to twice-weekly editions.

'Birds Soar Past Kannapolis, 7-1 (2008-07-30)
A five run second inning, headlined by Ryan Adams' grand slam, carried Delmarva to a 7-1 victory over Kannapolis on Tuesday night at Arthur W. Perdue Stadium.

Water makes the grade at Md., Del. beaches (2008-07-30)
A report from a national environmental group says Maryland's beaches have some of the cleanest ocean water in the nation. It also says three of Delaware's beaches deserve four-out-of-five stars for water quality.

Trial to begin in lawsuit against Shore blogger (2008-07-30)
The lawsuit filed by Salisbury's police chief against an Internet blogger is scheduled to go to trial Wednesday in Worcester County District Court.

Myers, Utley lead Phillies past Nationals 2-1 (2008-07-30)
As Philadelphia's Brett Myers can attest, there's nothing quite like facing the Washington Nationals to get a pitcher on track.

Website offers Cambridge crime data (2008-07-30)
Cambridge residents can now get free crime data about their neighborhood from a Web site.

Worst-in-majors Nationals host second-place Phillies (2008-07-29)
The worst-in-the-majors Washington Nationals carry a six-game losing streak into tonight's series opener against the Philadelphia Phillies, who are in second place in the NL East.

Easton hospital named as possible site for college (2008-07-29)
Easton Mayor Robert Willey says the Memorial Hospital building could be a possible site for a college branch campus.

Dover police use electric cars, bicycles (2008-07-29)
Dover police are using an electric car and bicycles so they can save gas while patrolling the city.

Motorcyclists dies from injuries in Glasgow crash (2008-07-29)
Delaware State Police say a Rehoboth Beach man involved in a motorcycle crash last week in Glasgow, has died from his injuries.

Dagsboro man gets life for murder of Delmar pastor (2008-07-29)
A Dagsboro, Del., man has been sentenced to life in prison for fatally beating a 76-year-old Delmar pastor.

Back-to-school tax holiday kicks off this weekend in Va. (2008-07-29)
Virginians are banking on the state's back-to-school tax holiday this weekend to save money on supplies needed for the school year.

Ocean City council hears from new fire chief (2008-07-29)
Ocean City's new fire chief will give the town council an update on the department's efforts and goals.

Orioles in search of third straight win (2008-07-29)
The Orioles will look to win their third game in a row when they meet the Yankees tonight for Game Two of their three-game series.

Va. in middle of pack for volunteering (2008-07-28)
Virginians are distinctly average when it comes to volunteering, according to a new national study.

Minor injuries in Cessna crash on Eastern Shore (2008-07-28)
Maryland State Police say a 31-year-old instructor and a 21-year-old student pilot suffered only minor injuries when a small plane crashed during a landing Saturday at the Bay Bridge Airport in Stevensville.

Birds Rally, Overcome 5-0 Deficit to Prevail 7-5 (2008-07-28)
Surviving a 37 minute rain delay and a 5-0 deficit halfway through the ballgame, the Shorebirds used seven straight runs over three innings to knock off the Legends 7-5 on Sunday evening at Arthur W. Perdue Stadium.

Dodgers beat Nats 2-0 with Kershaw's 1st win (2008-07-28)
Clayton Kershaw outpitched Jason Bergmann for his first major league victory and the Los Angeles Dodgers beat the Washington Nationals 2-0 on Sunday.

Man who disappeared off capsized boat found dead (2008-07-28)
Authorities have located the body of a 73-year-old man who was on a boat that capsized over the weekend in the Chesapeake Bay.

Work underway to restore part of Blackwater (2008-07-28)
Work is beginning to restore wetlands and forest land on state property near the Blackwater National Wildlife Refuge in Dorchester County.

Oysters planted in Miles River (2008-07-28)
Nearly 10 million young oysters have been planted in a protected site in the Chesapeake Bay ecosystem.

Md. begins death penalty review (2008-07-28)
A panel of supporters and opponents of the death penalty start work Monday on a study of whether to abolish capital punishment in Maryland.

Orioles beat LA to end run of 15 Sunday losses (2008-07-28)
The Baltimore Orioles ended their run of 15 straight losses in Sunday games, defeating Ervin Santana and the Los Angeles Angels 5-2 behind a sharp pitching performance by Garrett Olson.

Food banks say demand is up as food prices rise (2008-07-25)
If it feels like the average cost of shopping at your local grocery store is going up, that's because it probably is. That's according to survey released earlier this month showing that the overall cost of basic grocery items such as bread, milk and meat, has shown an increase of about 8.5 percent compared to a year ago.

Halladay completes Blue Jays' sweep' of Orioles (2008-07-25)
Following a victory well worth the wait, the Toronto Blue Jays used another strong outing by Roy Halladay to reach .500 and secure a rare series win on the road against the O's.

Cain is on and Roberts' single lifts Giants over Nats (2008-07-25)
The San Francisco Giants earned their first three-game home sweep of the season Thursday with a 1-0 win over the Washington Nationals.

Va. deputy acquitted in Ocean City rape case (2008-07-25)
A Worcester County jury has acquitted a sheriff's deputy from Fairfax County, Va., who was accused of raping an intoxicated woman in Ocean City.

Wicomico signs new deal to house federal inmates (2008-07-25)
Wicomico County Detention Center Director Doug Devenyns says a new deal to house up to 104 federal inmates could boost local revenue by nearly $1 million. He says the new agreement signed this month with the U.S.

Indian River schools ban cell phone use (2008-07-25)
The Indian River School District is banning students from using cell phones inside schools or on buses.

Ocean City hotel robbery suspect pleads guilty (2008-07-25)
Ocean City police say a Stockton man has pleaded guilty in an armed robbery of the Grand Stowaway hotel with his girlfriend.

Eastern Shore Focus - Show # 53: The Challenges Facing Area Food Banks (Pt. 1) (2008-07-25)
If it feels like the average cost of shopping at your local grocery store is going up, that's because it probably is - and its hurting a lot of people's budgets. Area food banks are helping to fill in this gap, but even they are straining under the burden of increased demand for their services. In this Part 1 of program we'll examine the problems facing food banks, and the people who rely on them to survive.

Environmental group reports own violation (2008-07-25)
The Chesapeake Bay Foundation has caught itself in a violation of one of the laws it supports to protect the bay.

Blue Jays beat Orioles in end of suspended game (2008-07-24)
One day after walking off the mound in a tie game, A.J. Burnett received credit for his 11th win of the season. Taking over for Burnett in the completion of a suspended game, Toronto's bullpen limited the Baltimore Orioles to two hits over the final four innings in a 5-1 victory Thursday.

Queen Anne's measure protects watermen (2008-07-24)
The Queen Anne's County commissioners have unanimously approved an ordinance giving some protection to commercial seafood and fishing industry operations from nuisance complaints.

'Buy local' effort being pushed for Md. seafood (2008-07-24)
Farmers' markets and local produce are all the rage. Now Maryland authorities want to help people identify seafood from Maryland waters, too.

Drifter dies after encounters with police on Shore (2008-07-24)
Maryland State Police are investigating the death of a drifter who died after a series of encounters with police.

2 drownings reported in pond near Selbyville (2008-07-24)
Delaware State Police say two people drowned in a private pond east of Selbyville.

75 volunteer to count dolphins (2008-07-24)
From the lower Chesapeake to the southern Virginia coast, volunteers will be watching the surf for dolphins on Saturday.

Congress looks at Md. police surveillance (2008-07-24)
The congressman who heads the committee overseeing the Department of Homeland Security is asking for a review of the agency's involvement in Maryland State Police surveillance of anti-war and death penalty opposition groups.

Giants rally to beat Nationals (2008-07-24)
Rich Aurilia lined a go-ahead two-run double to center field in the eighth inning, and the Giants rallied to beat the Washington Nationals 6-4 Wednesday night.

Math study finds girls are just as good as boys (2008-07-24)
Sixteen years after Barbie dolls declared, "Math class is tough!" girls are proving that when it comes to math they are just as tough as boys. In the largest study of its kind, girls measured up to boys in every grade, from second through 11th.

Evaluations ordered for Federalsburg rape suspects (2008-07-24)
A Caroline County judge has ordered more psychiatric evaluations for five Federalsburg teenagers charged as adults in the February rape of a 12-year-old girl.

Top chemists to visit UMES research farm (2008-07-24)
Scientists from the University of Maryland Eastern Shore will be host to a group of some 50 of the top minds dealing with phosphorus chemistry, from all across the United States and other countries.

Democrats won't seek new Sussex council terms (2008-07-23)
The three Democrats on the Sussex County Council say they won't be seeking new terms.

Pregnant women, children targets of drive (2008-07-23)
A state outreach effort is providing health insurance to a record number of Virginia children and pregnant women who otherwise would not have health coverage.

Britton earns 10th victory in 5-1 win over Crawdads (2008-07-23)
The Shorebirds outlasted a 52 minute lightning delay in the fifth inning and held off the Crawdads for the third straight night, winning 5-1 behind the strong pitching of Zach Britton and Robert Neigebauer.

Maryland smoking ban exceptions are rare (2008-07-23)
Nearly six months after Maryland banned smoking in bars and restaurants, health officials have granted just three waivers to allow clubs hurt by the law to allow patrons to light up.

O'Malley gets A- on environment (2008-07-23)
A Maryland conservation watchdog group is giving Gov. Martin O'Malley a grade of A- for his environmental record.

Lind, McDonald rally Blue Jays past Orioles 10-8 (2008-07-23)
Adam Lind had a career-high four hits, including a three-run homer, and light-hitting John McDonald had four RBIs to rally the Toronto Blue Jays past the Baltimore Orioles 10-8 Tuesday night.

Marijuana plants seized from Worcester Co. sites (2008-07-23)
The Worcester County Sheriff's Office is announcing the seizure of dozens of marijuana plants from the Stockton area.

Salisbury man convicted in abuse of infant (2008-07-23)
A jury in Wicomico County has convicted a Salisbury man on child abuse charges for fracturing the skull of his newborn son.

Molina homers twice to lead Giants over Nats (2008-07-23)
Bengie Molina hit a two-run homer and a solo shot, Barry Zito won his second straight decision and the San Francisco Giants beat the Washington Nationals 6-3 on Tuesday night.

Jones uses power, legs to lift Orioles over Jays (2008-07-22)
Adam Jones homered in the third inning, then got a key infield single in a three-run fifth that carried the Baltimore Orioles past the Toronto Blue Jays 8-3 on Monday night.

Del. man charged with shooting father in Md. (2008-07-22)
A Greenwood, Del., man is being held in Dorchester County on charges he allegedly shot his father with a pistol.

New federal office to tackle ship ballast (2008-07-22)
There's a new federal office charged with keeping invasive species out of the Chesapeake Bay.

Legislators plan hearing on police surveillance (2008-07-22)
Maryland lawmakers are planning a hearing before oversight committees after state police documents detailing state police efforts to spy on peace and anti-death penalty groups were made public.

Mahoney's Five RBI Send 'Birds Past 'Dads 8-5 (2008-07-22)
The Shorebirds jumped out to a 7-0 lead and hung on for the 8-5 win over the Crawdads, catapulting Delmarva to ten games over .500 for the first time this season.

Condemned man's attorneys seek rehearing (2008-07-22)
Attorneys for a man scheduled to be executed Thursday for killing a co-worker are asking the full 4th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals to consider his challenge to Virginia's method of lethal injection.

Sunfish carcass washes ashore in Ocean City (2008-07-22)
Ocean City Beach Patrol Captain Butch Arbin says it appears a boat propeller killed the 400-pound sunfish that washed ashore Monday at 26th Street.

Ravens training camp gets underway (2008-07-22)
The football season is starting for the Baltimore Ravens' rookies, quarterbacks and injured veterans.

Jackson-Stanley takes office in Cambridge (2008-07-22)
For the first time in city history, Cambridge has an African-American mayor. Victoria Jackson-Stanley took the oath of office Monday in front of at least 200 friends and supporters at the Public Safety Building.

Galestown dam repairs complete (2008-07-21)
More than two years after heavy rains washed away the Galestown Dam in Dorchester County, repairs are complete. Galestown-Reliance Road is scheduled to reopen across the dam on Monday.

Clayton man dead after lifeguards pull him from surf (2008-07-21)
Delaware State Police say lifeguards were not able to resuscitate a man whose body was pulled from the surf at North Shores Beach.

Md. law lets student athletes compete with peers (2008-07-21)
Maryland's disabled student athletes are celebrating a new law that gives them the chance to compete alongside their peers.

Plaintiffs: Doctor took unnecessary steps (2008-07-21)
A Salisbury cardiologist is facing a negligence lawsuit brought by patients and their family members who allege that he performed unnecessary cardiac catheterization and stent placement surgeries.

Tigers hand Orioles another Sunday loss, 5-1 (2008-07-21)
Justin Verlander came within an out of completing a three-hitter, Magglio Ordonez and Marcus Thames hit solo homers, and the Detroit Tigers handed the Baltimore Orioles their 15th consecutive Sunday loss, 5-1.

Md. anti-slots groups attracting wealthy supporters (2008-07-21)
Groups opposed to a November referendum to legalize slots gambling in Maryland are attracting wealthy supporters.

Chesapeake fishery awaits disaster word (2008-07-21)
Virginia officials say they're hoping to find out soon whether the federal government will declare the Chesapeake Bay blue crab fishery a disaster.

Mystics stop Storm surge with 89-57 shocker (2008-07-21)
Taj McWilliams-Franklin scored 22 points and Alana Beard tied a career-high with nine assists as the Washington Mystics snapped the Seattle Storm's seven-game winning streak with a shocking 89-57 win on Sunday.

Harris drives in 5 as Nationals rout Braves (2008-07-21)
The Washington Nationals, again led by former Braves outfielder Willie Harris, made Atlanta look like a former contender.

Birds Shutout Crawdads 2-0 on Sunday (2008-07-21)
Nathan Nery and Cliff Flagello combined for a two-hit shutout as the Shorebirds blanked the Crawdads 2-0 on Sunday evening at L.P. Frans Stadium in Hickory.

Redskins get Jason Taylor from Dolphins (2008-07-21)
The Washington Redskins traded for defensive end Jason Taylor on Sunday, sending two draft picks to the Miami Dolphins.

Crab pots seized in Va. waters, tickets issued (2008-07-18)
A massive enforcement sweep in Virginia waters has netted hundreds of confiscated crab pots.

Request for new well in Secretary approved (2008-07-18)
A new well is coming to Dorchester County to address arsenic fears. Maryland authorities have signed off on Secretary's request to dig a new well.

OC commission approves $1 taxi surcharge (2008-07-18)
Ocean City's police commission has approved a $1 per trip fuel surcharge for taxis in the resort.

Tigers use 3 homers to dump Orioles 6-5 (2008-07-18)
Gary Sheffield and Brandon Inge hit two-run homers, Marcus Thames added a solo shot, and the Detroit Tigers resumed their playoff drive by defeating the Baltimore Orioles 6-5 on Thursday night.

Adams, Britton Give Shorebirds 2-1 Win (2008-07-18)
Following one of the most heartbreaking losses of the season on Wednesday night, the Shorebirds needed someone to step up.

Liberty cruise past Mystics for third straight win (2008-07-18)
Ashley Battle scored 15 points and Janel McCarville had 12 to help the New York Liberty cruise to a 77-56 victory over the Washington Mystics.

Ravens delighted to have Flacco on board for camp (2008-07-18)
Joe Flacco won't face any delays in his bid to become the Baltimore Ravens starting quarterback.

Deemed safe, Virginia growers still suffer (2008-07-18)
Virginia is celebrating a bumper crop of tomatoes but battling lingering consumer concern about the safety of tomatoes.

Standardized tests changed in Md., scores stay steady in Del. (2008-07-18)
Education officials say they changed the Maryland School Assessment this year in a way experts say contributed to an unusually large improvement in scores. Meanwhile, officials say Delaware State Testing Program scores are holding steady.

Farmers show off bounty at governor's cookout (2008-07-18)
Think you can eat something from Maryland every day for a week?

Food safety worries change buying habits (2008-07-18)
Troubled by the tainted tomato scare, nearly half of Americans are concerned they may get sick from eating contaminated food and are avoiding items they normally would buy, an Associated Press-Ipsos poll has found.

Police: Teen shot in Millsboro drive-by shooting (2008-07-17)
Delaware State Police say a 17-year-old was hospitalized with a gunshot wound to the leg after a drive-by shooting in Millsboro.

Md. House majority leader pleads guilty to DUI (2008-07-17)
The majority leader of Maryland's House of Delegates has pleaded guilty to driving under the influence of alcohol.

Reward for dogfighting tips doubling in Md. (2008-07-17)
Officials with the state attorney general's office and the Humane Society of the United States are expected to announce an increase in rewards for dogfighting tips.

Horseshoe crab population making comeback (2008-07-17)
Recent assessment show that efforts to rebuild the horseshoe crab population in the Delaware Bay seem to be working.

O'Malley voices support for Del. wind farm project (2008-07-16)
Gov. Martin O'Malley says he supports a wind farm off the coast of Delaware that could eventually extend to the waters off Ocean City.

Skeletan remains in Somerset Co. identified (2008-07-16)
The Somerset County Sheriff's Office says human skeletal remains found in 2005 near Janes Island State Park have been identified.

Chesapeake watermen fear blue crab not coming back (2008-07-16)
It's an anxious summer for watermen harvesting the Chesapeake Bay's best-loved seafood, the blue crab. The way some see it, the crabbing business here isn't just dying. It's already dead.

Wind power company makes pitch for O.C. (2008-07-16)
Representatives from Bluewater Wind say its 25-story white turbines will be barely visible from Ocean City's shore.

AL wins All-Star game 4-3 in 15 innings (2008-07-16)
Baseball's All-Stars came to say goodbye to Yankee Stadium -- and what a long, long goodbye it was.

Ocean City mayor in 4-vehicle crash (2008-07-16)
The mayor of Ocean City has been involved in a crash with an ambulance and two other vehicles in the resort.

AL wins All-Star game 4-3 in 15 innings (2008-07-16)
Baseball's All-Stars came to say goodbye to Yankee Stadium -- and what a long, long goodbye it was.

Md. public schools test scores improve steadily (2008-07-15)
Maryland public school students in grades 3 through 8 continue to improve steadily on standardized tests.

Sussex arson is 9th at vacant home in 2 months (2008-07-15)
State fire investigators say a fire at a vacant home in Sussex County early Monday was intentionally set, the ninth arson at a vacant home in the area over two months.

Man gets 25 years for Wicomico armed robbery (2008-07-15)
A 48-year-old Salisbury man has been sentenced to 25 years in prison for an armed robbery at the Food Lion store.

214 speeding citations issued, 67 charged with DUI (2008-07-15)
The Office of Highway Safety says 214 citations for speeding violations were issued during the first week of the 2008 Stop Aggressive Driving Campaign.

2 Olympic wrestling coaches have ties to Maryland (2008-07-14)
Two Olympic wrestling coaches have ties to Maryland.

US spells out Fannie-Freddie backstop plan (2008-07-14)
Scrambling to bolster eroding investor confidence, the Federal Reserve and the Treasury Department announced steps to brace slumping mortgage giants Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac.

Arenas makes it official, signs deal with Wizards (2008-07-14)
Gilbert Arenas signed his six-year, $111 million contract with the Washington Wizards on Sunday, securing the return of a franchise player who is accepting less money than he was offered.

Chesapeake Bay farm bill spending work begins (2008-07-14)
Farmers around the Chesapeake Bay will get more than a quarter of a billion dollars over the next five years to reduce pollution into the Chesapeake. But how exactly should that money be spent?

Lightning likely sparked new fire in Great Dismal Swamp (2008-07-14)
Authorities say lightning is the likely culprit behind a new fire in the Great Dismal Swamp National Wildlife Refuge.

Blue's late free throws help Mystics hold off Sun (2008-07-14)
Nikki Blue scored a career-high 13 points, including two key free throws in the final minute, and the Washington Mystics held off the Connecticut Sun 69-64 Sunday.

Md. traffic stop leads to arrest of Del. sex offender (2008-07-14)
Maryland State Police say a man wanted for failing to register as a sex offender in Delaware was arrested after a traffic stop in Snow Hill.

Matsuzaka, Red Sox beat Baltimore 2-1 (2008-07-14)
Daisuke Matsuzaka (DYS'-kay maht-soo-ZAH'-kuh) pitched six scoreless innings and the Boston Red Sox reclaimed the AL East lead going into the All-Star break, defeating the Baltimore Orioles 2-1 Sunday.

Backe pitches, hits Astros to 5-0 win over Nats (2008-07-14)
Brandon Backe (BA'-kee) pitched seven-plus innings and helped himself with a pair of hits Sunday, leading the Houston Astros to a 5-0 victory over the Washington Nationals in a pre-All-Star break battle of last-place teams.

Slots opponents keep afar from gambling interests (2008-07-14)
Opponents of slot machine gambling in Maryland are emphasizing their stand against accepting campaign money from gambling interests.

Frankford man charged with shoving Selbyville officer (2008-07-14)
Delaware State Police have charged a Frankford man with shoving to the ground a Selbyville officer who was trying to arrest someone else.

Man sought in violent Rehoboth Beach attack (2008-07-14)
Delaware State Police say a Lincoln man is wanted in a violent Rehoboth Beach attack that left a man hospitalized with life-threatening injuries.

Va. reaches gun database milestone (2008-07-11)
Virginia has reached a new milestone using a national gun database.

Slain inmate mourned at funeral (2008-07-11)
Friends and family were paying their last respects to the 19-year-old found dead in his jail cell after being charged in the death of a Prince George's County police officer.

D'backs blow 2 leads before winning 7-5 against Nats (2008-07-11)
The Arizona Diamondbacks blew a two-run lead in the ninth and a three-run lead in the 10th Thursday night before finally putting away the Washington Nationals with two in the 11th for a wild 7-5 victory.

Lind drives in go-ahead in ninth for Jays (2008-07-11)
Adam Lind drove in the go-ahead run in the ninth inning, and the Toronto Blue Jays rallied to beat the Baltimore Orioles 6-5 Thursday night to complete a three-game sweep.

Judge won't dismiss lawsuit against Del. governor (2008-07-11)
A federal judge in Wilmington refused Thursday to dismiss a lawsuit claiming that Delaware Governor Ruth Ann Minner discriminated against a state trooper because of his gender.

Del. won't randomly drug test high school athletes (2008-07-11)
Delaware officials will not implement random steroid testing for high school athletes.

Salisbury avoids fines for wastewater spills (2008-07-11)
The Maryland Department of Environment said Thursday that it will not fine the city of Salisbury for last month's two wastewater spills in the Wicomico River.

Virginia's method of lethal injection upheld (2008-07-11)
A federal appeals court on Thursday upheld Virginia's method of executing inmates by lethal injection, ruling that it prevents them from experiencing excruciating pain.

Nats beat Diamondbacks 5-0, end 6-game skid (2008-07-11)
Jesus Flores' three-run, pinch-hit homer helped Washington to a 5-0 victory over Arizona on Wednesday night.

Jackson-Stanley elected Cambridge mayor (2008-07-10)
Victoria Jackson-Stanley has been elected the mayor of Cambridge after absentee ballots were counted. She defeated Mayor Cleveland Rippons.

Ripken taking baseball mission to South Africa (2008-07-10)
Cal Ripken Jr. is taking his mission to teach baseball to children worldwide to South Africa next spring.

Burnett gets best of Orioles in Jays win (2008-07-10)
Alex Rios and David Eckstein each drove in two runs, A.J. Burnett won for the third time in four starts and the Toronto Blue Jays used a seven-run fourth inning to beat the Baltimore Orioles 9-8 on Wednesday night.

Man charged in slaying returned to Maryland (2008-07-10)
Maryland State Police say a man charged in a Somerset County killing has been returned to Maryland.

Nats beat Diamondbacks 5-0, end 6-game skid (2008-07-10)
Jesus Flores' three-run, pinch-hit homer helped Washington to a 5-0 victory over Arizona on Wednesday night.

Prisons cracking down on wrong types of cells (2008-07-10)
Prison officials say there are too many of the wrong kind of cells in prisons, and they're using dogs and tougher legislation to crack down on the contraband phones.

Kent Co. chemical company fined for pollution (2008-07-09)
The Maryland attorney general says a Kent County company must clean up contaminated groundwater and soil and pay a fine under a consent decree.

Fire in Denton home started in RV on property (2008-07-09)
Fire officials say a fire at a Denton home started in an RV parked on the property.

Preston man charged with theft of copper from poles (2008-07-09)
The Dorchester County Sheriff's Office says an 18-year-old Preston man has been charged with stealing copper ground wire from electric poles.

Man charged in Ocean City boating accident (2008-07-09)
Maryland Natural Resources police have charged the operator of a boat that crashed into the Ocean City Expressway bridge, sending 10 people into the water, with operating a vessel while under the influence of alcohol.

Greenville Drives Past 'Birds, 4-1 (2008-07-09)
The Greenville Drive evened the four-game series at a game apiece with a 4-1 triumph on Tuesday night at Arthur W. Perdue Stadium.

Bynum's fielding error lets Blue Jays beat Orioles (2008-07-09)
Alex Rios scored when shortstop Freddie Bynum couldn't handle a grounder in the bottom of the ninth inning and the Toronto Blue Jays beat the Baltimore Orioles 7-6 Tuesday night.

Landfill power plant to open in Worcester Co. (2008-07-09)
A power-plant fueled by methane from garbage at a Worcester County landfill began operating Wednesday.

Webb wins major league leading 13th game (2008-07-09)
Brandon Webb gave up six hits in six innings to earn his major league-leading 13th win in the Arizona Diamondbacks' 2-0 victory over the Washington Nationals on Tuesday night.

Paris to D.C.: Serena's long commute for WTT debut (2008-07-09)
Three days after losing to her sister in tennis' showcase event, Serena Williams awoke at her part-time home in Paris.

Va. man killed by charter bus (2008-07-09)
Virginia State Police say an Eastern Shore man was killed when he was struck by a charter bus while lying on a highway in Accomack County.

Md. fugitive caught in NH (2008-07-08)
An accused murderer who escaped from a state hospital in Maryland has been caught in New Hampshire.

Man accused of making threat on govt building (2008-07-08)
Worcester County officials say a Virginia man has been charged with sending a letter claiming a terrorist attack would be carried out at the county government building on the day he had a trial scheduled.

Nats hope to rebound at home against Arizona (2008-07-08)
The Washington Nationals are hoping to rebound at home as they open a series tonight against the Arizona Diamondbacks.

Orioles open 3-game series against Blue Jays (2008-07-08)
The Baltimore Orioles open a three-game series against the Blue Jays in Toronto tonight.

Students get hands-on experience with flight sim (2008-07-08)
High school students enrolled in the Summer Transportation Institute program at the University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES), got some firsthand experience yesterday, with a flight simulator used by the UMES aviation program.

Metro ridership tops 215 million for fiscal 2008 (2008-07-08)
More than 215 million people rode Metro in fiscal 2008 - another record for the rail system.

Foundation seeks permission for art fundraiser (2008-07-07)
The Barbara Ingram School for the Arts Foundation wants to place 30 butterfly statues around Hagerstown's downtown next spring to raise money for the school.

Snow Hill prepares for 10th Annual Blessing of the Combines (2008-07-07)
It's not too early to make plans to attend Snow Hill's annual celebration on Saturday August 2nd.

Corrections officials investigate inmate stabbing (2008-07-07)
The Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services says an inmate was stabbed at Brockbridge Correctional Center.

1 killed in crash with PG corrections van (2008-07-07)
Prince George's County police say an off-duty police officer for the Defense Department died when his car collided with a county Corrections Department van.

Off-duty Anne Arundel officer robbed, fired on (2008-07-07)
Anne Arundel County police say two men robbed an off-duty county officer and fired a shot into his car before fleeing.

Police: Georgetown church vandalized (2008-07-07)
State police say they are looking for suspects involved in vandalizing a church in Georgetown.

Odenton fire starts after boy plays with fireworks (2008-07-07)
An Anne Arundel County fire official says an Odenton home was extensively damaged by a fire after a 12-year-old boy played with fireworks in his bedroom.

Phelps halfway to Olympic program with another win (2008-07-03)
Baltimore native Michael Phelps is halfway home to setting his program for the Beijing Olympics, winning the 200-meter butterfly at the U.S. swimming trials.

Community Alert Siren to Sound Saturday, July 5 (2008-07-03)
Saturday, July 5, Worcester County residents will again be hearing the emergency alert signals from their local fire sirens. Residents will hear a steady alert tone sound at 10:00 a.m. for approximately one minute.

Bond sale takes precedence over crabs (2008-07-03)
Comptroller Peter Franchot may have to be later than he'd like at this year's Tawes Crab and Clam Bake in Crisfield.

Cabrera goes distance, leads Orioles past Royals (2008-07-03)
Daniel Cabrera pitched a seven-hitter to earn his first victory since May 20, Aubrey Huff homered and the Baltimore Orioles beat Gil Meche and the Kansas City Royals 5-2 Wednesday night.

Cambridge woman convicted in fatal fire (2008-07-03)
A Cambridge woman has been found guilty of murder and arson charges in a fatal January fire.

Princess Anne will install 3 surveillance cameras (2008-07-03)
The town of Princess Anne will use a $16,000 grant from the Governor's Office of Crime Control and Prevention to install three surveillance cameras.

Amezaga HR gives Marlins 4-2 win over Nationals (2008-07-03)
A rain delay was worth the wait for Alfredo Amezaga and the Florida Marlins.

Md. board approves wetlands permit for broadband (2008-07-03)
The Maryland Board of Public Works has approved a wetlands permit needed for a high-speed Internet project on the Eastern Shore.

Del. NAACP protests discriminatory lending (2008-07-03)
Civil rights activists in Delaware joined their counterparts across the country for a day of demonstrations against unfair mortgages.

Cocaine found in driver's detergent box (2008-07-03)
The Wicomico County Sheriff's Office is announcing the seizure of about a half-pound of cocaine found hidden inside a detergent box in a southbound car. Investigators say the cocaine has a street value of $25,000.

Balester wins debut as Nationals tops Florida 9-6 (2008-07-02)
Collin Balester won his debut, and Ronnie Belliard hit a grand slam to give the Washington Nationals a 9-6 win over the Florida Marlins on Tuesday night.

Orioles end run of tough losses with win over KC (2008-07-02)
Brian Roberts homered, Ramon Hernandez and Adam Jones had two RBIs apiece, and the Baltimore Orioles rebounded from two straight frustrating losses by beating the Kansas City Royals 7-5 on Tuesday night.

PETA opposes Ravens' bird plan (2008-07-02)
Animal rights advocates are opposed to plans by the Baltimore Ravens to use live ravens as mascots at home games.

AAA expects fewer Marylanders on road this 4th (2008-07-02)
AAA Mid-Atlantic expects fewer Marylanders than last year will be traveling far during the Independence Day weekend.

Honey bees threatened in Va. (2008-07-02)
Virginia is taking steps to protect its threatened honey bees, which are crucial for the pollination of fruit and vegetable crops.

Caroline President says county needs hospital (2008-07-02)
Caroline County Commission President John Cole says the county needs to lobby for a hospital or an emergency care center.

Police seek help in theft of car wash equipment (2008-07-02)
Two UMES college students who started a car wash business as a way to pay their tuition are seeking the public's help in finding two power washers that were stolen.

Pair held in store robbery (2008-07-02)
Salisbury police have arrested two people in connection with the robbery of a convenience store on South Division Street in Salisbury.

O.C. police track visiting sex offenders (2008-07-02)
Ocean City police are trying to keep better tabs on sexual predators.

Olivo homer in 9th helps Royals rally past O's (2008-07-01)
The scouting report said Miguel Olivo has difficulty hitting breaking balls, so George Sherrill tried to seal a victory for the Baltimore Orioles by throwing a slider with two outs in the ninth inning.

Del. lawmakers struggle to reach budget consensus (2008-07-01)
Delaware lawmakers had to work into the wee hours of the morning today before approving a budget for the new fiscal year that began at midnight.

Wicomico dredging to begin; health advisory lifted (2008-07-01)
A dredging project is expected to begin next week in portions of the Wicomico River. The Wicomico County Health Department has also lifted the health advisory issued for the Wicomico River after two recent wastewater spills.

Jamison signs $50M deal to stay with Wizards (2008-07-01)
Two-time All-Star forward Antawn Jamison has re-signed with the Washington Wizards, agreeing to a four-year, 50 million-dollar deal.

Probable cuase found in Caroline murder case (2008-07-01)
A judge in Caroline County has found probable cause for first-degree murder charges against a Dover, Del., teen who is accused of killing a man during a dispute about ownership of a dog.

Marlins rally again to top Nationals 6-5 in 10 (2008-07-01)
The Florida Marlins' dugout had cleared and players were already huddled around the plate before Josh Willingham could even watch his game-winning home run sail.

Virginia lowers blood-donor age to 16 (2008-07-01)
Virginia is lowering the blood-donor age as the pool of eligible adults shrinks because of increased restrictions on who can donate.

House fire probed in Cambridge (2008-07-01)
The Maryland State Fire Marshal's Office is probing a fire that ruined a vacant house in Cambridge.

Environmental officials eye Salisbury sewage plant (2008-06-30)
Maryland environmental officials say they are keeping a close eye on a Salisbury sewage treatment plant that has been the site of two spills in the past month.

Ex-Rehoboth officer alleges retaliation by chief (2008-06-30)
A former Rehoboth Beach police officer is taking the city to court, claiming in her lawsuit that the police chief retaliated against her after she rebuffed his sexual advances.

Belliard homers in 12th inning to give Nats win (2008-06-30)
Ronnie Belliard hit a two-run homer in the 12th inning to give the Washington Nationals a 3-2 win over the Baltimore Orioles on Sunday.

Resurgent United spoil Beckham's D.C. visit, 4-1 (2008-06-30)
D.C. United won their fourth straight game in a 4-1 victory over David Beckham and the Los Angeles Galaxy before a season-high 35,979 at RFK Stadium.

Book revisits Cambridge's racial strife (2008-06-30)
A historian and author says it was years of racial inequality and misunderstandings - not one man's passionate oration from a car's roof - that caused the riots in Cambridge in 1967.

Claws Pinch Birds, 3-1, on Sunday Afternoon (2008-06-30)
Tim Kennelly's bases loaded two out single in the last of the eighth gave Lakewood their first lead of the game and propelled the BlueClaws to a 2-1 victory on Sunday afternoon in New Jersey.

MARS Camp Comes to UMES (2008-06-30)
Summertime is traditionally a time for students to break free of the classroom in search of more leisurely activities.

Suspect in Md. cell phone thefts back from Del. (2008-06-30)
A suspect in a string of burglaries and thefts of cell phones at Verizon wireless stores is in custody in Maryland.

Mother charged with leaving child in vehicle (2008-06-30)
A Bowie woman is facing criminal charges for allegedly leaving her 14-month-old child unattended in a sport utility vehicle parked at an Annapolis area shopping center.

Bill would ban 'combative fighting' in Delaware (2008-06-30)
A Delaware lawmaker has proposed banning mixed martial arts competitions.

Saturday DART bus service begins this weekend (2008-06-27)
Starting this weekend, DART First State will begin Saturday bus service on its busiest Kent County routes.

Md. Attorney General discusses Pocomoke River (2008-06-27)
Maryland Attorney General Doug Gansler visited Pocomoke City on Wednesday to hear first-hand from local environmental leaders, residents, students and elected officials about the challenges facing the Pocomoke River.

From the Big Apple to the big Atlantic (2008-06-27)
Forty-four subway cars that rumbled through New York City for 40 years now lie on the bottom of the Atlantic Ocean off of Virginia's coast.

Court upholds rejection of horseshoe crab ban (2008-06-27)
The Delaware Supreme Court has upheld a lower court decision invalidating a state ban on horseshoe crab harvesting.

Eastern Shore Focus - Show # 52: Judicial Issues & the Attorney General (2008-06-27)
In this program we'll sit down with Maryland Attorney General Doug Gansler, as he discusses his efforts to crack down on pollution in the Bay, and some of his ideas about how to simultaneously manage poultry waste and produce renewable energy. We'll also talk about some of the other legal issues making headlines in the news, and how they could potentially affect Maryland in general, and the Eastern Shore in particular.

Bones found in duffel bag in Jarrettsville (2008-06-26)
The Harford County Sheriff's Office is asking the medical examiner to look at the skull and three human bones found in a duffel bag in Jarrettsville.

Theater, liquor board discuss alcohol sales (2008-06-26)
Representatives of The Maryland Theatre and the Washington County Board of License Commissioners are discussing ways to limit where alcohol can be consumed in the building without hurting the theater financially.

No injuries in small plane crash in Stevensville (2008-06-26)
Maryland State Police say no one was hurt in a small plane crash at the Bay Bridge Airport in Stevensville.

Chesapeake lawmakers urge quick decision on crab disaster (2008-06-26)
Chesapeake Bay senators are calling for a speedy federal decision on a disaster in the blue crab fishery.

Painting dropped off at Goodwill sold for $40K (2008-06-25)
A painting dropped off at an Easton Goodwill store turned out to be a work by a French Impressionist. And now, thanks to the sharp eye of a store employee, the charitable organization is $40,000 richer.

Lady Hawks flying high after White House visit (2008-06-25)
Yesterday, the University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES) Women's Bowling Team, the reigning NCAA National Champions, attended NCAA Champions Day at The White House and had the opportunity to meet President Bush.

Roberts leads O's to victory (2008-06-25)
Brian Roberts had three hits against the team that was interested in acquiring him as the Baltimore Orioles beat the Chicago Cubs 7-5 Tuesday night to end the Cubs' 14-game home winning streak.

Napoli has 3 RBI in Angels' big win (2008-06-25)
Mike Napoli helped the Angels' to a six-run first inning and later homered in Los Angeles' 8-3 win over the woeful Washington Nationals on Tuesday night.

Md. Public Works board to make at least $50m in cuts (2008-06-25)
The Board of Public Works is scheduled to vote on at least $50 million in budget cuts.

Sussex council approves land use plan (2008-06-25)
Despite opposition from Republicans, the County Council adopted the Comprehensive Land Use Plan.

Wicomico school board approves $173m budget (2008-06-25)
Tom Field, the interim schools superintendent in Wicomico, says that the 2008-2009 school budget will get the job done despite cuts of $1.7 million from the county government.

Trailers, chicken, stolen in Del. found in N.J. (2008-06-25)
Delaware State Police say the two tractor trailers loaded with chicken donated for needy families that were reported stolen from Newark (Del.) have been found in New Jersey.

Reward offered in Caroline Co. slaying (2008-06-24)
Maryland State Police say family and friends of the victim are offering a $1,000 for information leading to the arrest and conviction of those responsible for a homicide in Caroline County last month.

FDA has declared Va. a 'safe source' state (2008-06-24)
Virginia's tomato harvest is under way on the Eastern Shore, the center of the state's tomato crop.

Food banks go mobile in Md; Robbed in Del. (2008-06-24)
The Maryland Food Bank is announcing the start of a mobile service that delivers food directly to rural areas. Meanwhile, the Delaware Food Bank says theives stole two trailers containing 53,000 pounds of chicken.

UMES Women's Bowling Champs Visit White House (2008-06-24)
The University of Maryland Eastern Shore's (UMES) National Championship Women's Bowling Team will reap one of the many honors for winning the title today, as they travel to The White House to be honored by the President for their accomplishments.

Report due wastewater spill in Salisbury (2008-06-24)
The Maryland Department of the Environment says it will release a report Tuesday on the cause on the first of two spills last week at Salisbury's wastewater treatment plant.

Pitching Staff Carries Birds in 3-1 Win Over Captains (2008-06-24)
Behind the stellar pitching efforts of Nathan Nery, Cliff Flagello, and Mick Mattaliano, the Shorebirds limited Lake County to just two hits in Delmarva's 3-1 victory on Monday night at Classic Park.

Anderson has game-winning hit in Angels win (2008-06-24)
Garret Anderson's eighth-inning single drove in the go-ahead run, and the Los Angeles Angels rallied to beat the Washington Nationals 3-2 on Monday night.

Nuggets' Anthony named to US Olympic team (2008-06-24)
Denver Nuggets forward and Baltimore native Carmelo Anthony has been selected to the U.S. Olympic basketball team, along with MVP Kobe Bryant, LeBron James and Dwyane Wade.

Man wanted for attempted murder surrenders (2008-06-24)
Police say a man has surrendered on attempted murder and numerous other charges in connection with an assault in a home on Naylor Street.

Expectations bring results at OC school (2008-06-24)
Ocean City Elementary School principal Irene Kordick says there is no magic formula that explains her students' success on the state's standardized tests.

DVFA to probe ambulance safety (2008-06-23)
The Delaware Volunteer Firemen's Association says it is looking into the safety of patient compartments in ambulances.

Catalanotto's pinch single leads Rangers to win (2008-06-23)
Frank Catalanotto delivered a tiebreaking, pinch-hit single in the eighth inning, and the Texas Rangers beat the Washington Nationals 5-3 on Sunday.

Salisbury cell phone technology office to close (2008-06-23)
A Salisbury technology company is planning to close its doors by the end of the summer.

State counting waterbirds in the coastal bays (2008-06-23)
The Maryland Department of Natural Resources is sponsoring a census of colonial waterbirds in the coastal bays.

Brewers use 4 homers to down Orioles, 7-3 (2008-06-23)
Prince Fielder hit two home runs, Corey Hart and Bill Hall also went deep and the Milwaukee Brewers beat the Baltimore Orioles 7-3 on Sunday for their sixth win in seven games.

4 Va., boaters found unharmed after night aground (2008-06-23)
The Coast Guard says an adult and three teenagers were found unharmed after their boat ran aground in shallow water in the Pocomoke Sound.

Foreclosure filings fall in Maryland in May (2008-06-23)
There's numerical evidence that new Maryland laws adopted in April have helped stem the increase in foreclosure filings.

2 hurt in robbery at Salisbury pizza shop (2008-06-23)
Police are investigating an armed robbery and shooting that injured two workers at a Salisbury pizza shop.

Funeral Saturday for Sussex Co. paramedic (2008-06-20)
Funeral arrangements are set for Sussex County paramedic Stephanie Callaway, who was killed in an ambulance accident this week near Angola.

Waterkeeper group acknowledges involvement in film (2008-06-20)
One member of a documentary crew recently accused of trespassing on Paul and Michelle Chesnik's Mountaire poultry farm in Willards, Maryland, was in fact a member of the Waterkeeper Alliance.

Thousands in Del. haven't filed for tax rebate checks (2008-06-20)
IRS officials say thousands of Delaware residents have failed to file for economic stimulus checks.

Del. food bank opens warehouse to public (2008-06-20)
For the first time, the Food Bank of Delaware is opening its warehouse to the public to meet the increased demand for food.

Chicken festival underway in Salisbury (2008-06-20)
The 59th annual Delmarva Chicken Festival is underway in Salisbury. The entertainment, exhibits and carnival rides continue through Saturday evening at The Centre at Salisbury.

Eastern Shore Focus - Show # 51: The Ward World Championship (2008-06-20)
Lots of wildfowl carving exhibitions take place in North America, but the biggest event of them all is held only once a year. It's called the Ward World Championship. Wildfowl carvers from all over the globe come to the World Championship to compete for top prizes. I had the chance to talk with a few of the winners towards the end of the annual event. As you'll find out, each artist has a different story to tell, but all of them share a passion for what they do.

Slots opponents gearing up for referendum (2008-06-19)
An adviser to a group opposing slot machines in Maryland says he knows it's an uphill battle. But he's optimistic Maryland voters will reject expanded gambling if they are informed of the social ills that come with it.

Nationals trounced 11-2 by Twins (2008-06-19)
n Slowey won his second straight start, Justin Morneau had three RBIs, and the Minnesota Twins beat the Washington Nationals 11-2 Wednesday.

Millar, Orioles hand Astros a 7th straight loss (2008-06-19)
Kevin Millar singled in the game-winning run in the 10th inning, and the Baltimore Orioles handed the Houston Astros their seventh straight loss, 2-1 on Wednesday night.

Md. law governing child seats in cars to change (2008-06-19)
Parents of young children are being advised that Maryland's laws governing child restraints in cars are about to change.

CDC: 10 Marylanders sickened by tomatoes (2008-06-19)
Ten Marylanders are among the 383 people sickened by salmonella linked to tainted tomatoes.

Harriet Tubman parks proposed in MD, NY (2008-06-19)
The National Park Service has decided to pursue the creation of two parks honoring abolitionist Harriet Tubman.

Poultry farm filming reports said to be hoax (2008-06-19)
A PBS documentary producer says reports that his camera crew trespassed at a Wicomico County poultry farm are false.

Composting could resume at Dorchester site (2008-06-19)
The Dorchester County Council has voted to move ahead with a a proposal to resume composting of organic waste at the Beulah Landfill.

Harriet Tubman parks proposed in MD, NY (2008-06-19)
The National Park Service has decided to pursue the creation of two parks honoring abolitionist Harriet Tubman.

Cal Ripken honored in RI for role in longest game (2008-06-19)
Hall of Fame baseball player Cal Ripken Jr. has been honored in Rhode Island for participating in the longest game in professional baseball history.

Orioles back in action after 10th straight Sunday loss (2008-06-17)
The Orioles are back in action Tuesday after failing to complete a sweep of the visiting Pittsburgh Pirates over the weekend.

2 dead in early morning ambulance crash (2008-06-17)
Delaware State Police have released the names of the patient and the Sussex County paradmedic killed in an ambulance accident near Angola.

UMES science center named for Sarbanes (2008-06-17)
The University of Maryland Eastern Shore is honoring former U.S. Sen. Paul Sarbanes by naming its marine science center for him.

National set to take on Minnesota (2008-06-17)
The Nationals are set to open a three game series Tuesday in Minnesota.

Kaine: No major changes in Va. roads bill (2008-06-17)
Governor Tim Kaine will make minor changes to his statewide transportation funding package before a bill is introduced later this week.

Caroline Co. man murdered; 3 from Del. arrested (2008-06-17)
The Caroline County Sheriff's office says three people from Dover, Del., are being charged in a fatal shooting in Henderson that resulted from an argument about a dog.

2nd rare whale found dead (2008-06-17)
A second rare melonheaded whale has died after being stranded on the Eastern Shore.

Coast Guard ends search for 2 near Rehoboth Beach (2008-06-17)
Coast Guard officials say rescue crews have stopped searching for two people reported in trouble near Rehoboth Beach.

Del. bill would trim wait for resale of scrap metal (2008-06-16)
Some Delaware lawmakers are rethinking restrictions on the resale of scrap metal.

ILC Dover loses contract for new space suit (2008-06-16)
A Frederica company with a history in the space business has lost a NASA contract bid to design the next American space suit.

Pirates beat Orioles 5-4, end skid against AL foes (2008-06-16)
Matt Capps refused to let the Pittsburgh Pirates blow another lead against the Baltimore Orioles.

Worcester Co. issues advisories on smoke odor (2008-06-16)
The Worcester County Department of Emergency Services is advising residents and visitors, that they may be experiencing the smell of smoke in parts of the county, due to the Great Dismal Swamp fire in Virginia and North Carolina.

Casto's three-run homer leads Nats over Mariners (2008-06-16)
Rookie Kory Casto's pinch-hit, three-run homer off the foul pole broke an eighth inning tie and led the Washington Nationals to a 6-2 win over the Seattle Mariners on Sunday.

Coastal Ecology Center dedicated to Sarbanes (2008-06-16)
The University of Maryland Eastern Shore will be dedicating its Coastal Ecology Center after former Maryland Senator Paul Sarbanes.

Firemen's convention opening in Ocean City (2008-06-16)
The 116th annual Maryland State Firemen's Association convention formally opens Monday at the Ocean City Convention Center.

UMES officer charged with sexual abuse of girl, 15 (2008-06-16)
A University of Maryland Eastern Shore police officer is behind bars after being charged with repeatedly sexually abusing a 15-year-old girl.

Councilwoman seen spending nights at Town Hall (2008-06-16)
Easton Councilwoman Moonyene Jackson-Amis is shown on security video recordings frequently spending entire nights at the Town Hall.

Ovechkin and Boudreau Cap off big night of honors (2008-06-13)
You can call Alex Ovechkin NHL MVP. What the Washington Capitals young star really wants is to be known as Stanley Cup champion.

Red-hot Doumit leads Pirates past Nationals, 7-5 (2008-06-13)
Ryan Doumit finished an outstanding series against Washington, hitting another home run in the Pittsburgh Pirates' 7-5 win over the Nationals on Thursday.

Milford leaders vote down billboard measure (2008-06-13)
Milford officials have voted unanimously against allowing more billboards on Route 1 near Milford High School.

Firefighters gather in Ocean City for annual convention (2008-06-13)
Firefighters are heading to Ocean City for the Maryland State Firemen's Association's 116th Annual Convention and Conference.

Judge: 'Donning And Doffing' Time Must Be Paid (2008-06-13)
A judge has ruled that under federal law, certain unionized poultry workers must be paid for time spent putting on and taking off protective gear.

Expansion Project Begins At Dorchester General (2008-06-13)
A $3 million expansion project is getting started at Dorchester General Hospital.

Va. saw less trash flow in from other states in 2007 (2008-06-13)
A new report says the amount of out-of-state trash flowing into Virginia dropped in 2007 by about 2 percent and the amount of in-state garbage declined by 9 percent.

Eminent domain bill clears Delaware legislature (2008-06-13)
The state House has unanimously approved a bill prohibiting governments in Delaware from using eminent domain for economic development.

Lowell's Grand Slam Helps Sox Crush Orioles (2008-06-13)
Mike Lowell hit his second grand slam of the season, a streaking J.D. Drew hit a two-run shot and the Boston Red Sox kept rolling at home with a 9-2 win over the Baltimore Orioles on Thursday night.

'Birds Dominate Lakewood, 6-0 (2008-06-13)
All they can do is take care of their own business and see how the chips fall, but the Shorebirds looked determined to battle to the finish as the final homestand of the first half began victoriously for Delmarva.

Eastern Shore Focus - Show # 50: Getting Broadband on the Shore (2008-06-13)
Anyone who has tried to access the Internet using a dial-up computer modem, knows how frustratingly slow it can be. But it's often the only option for this living outside of less densely populated areas. Why is it broadband so hard to find in rural parts of the state and the country? We'll discuss that issue with local business expert Memo Diriker issue in this edition of Eastern Shore Focus.

Colon gets 150th win in 6-3 victory over O's (2008-06-12)
Bartolo Colon got the 150th victory of his career with six strong innings Wednesday night, allowing one run and five hits as the Boston Red Sox beat the Baltimore Orioles 6-3 on Wednesday night.

Pirates beat Nationals 3-1 (2008-06-12)
Ryan Doumit homered for the third time in two games and Ian Snell allowed only one run while pitching into the seventh inning, helping the Pittsburgh Pirates beat the Nationals 3-1 Wednesday night.

Pair charged with destroying property in OC (2008-06-12)
Ocean City police have arrested two men for destroying property, one of whom allegedly threw rocks at officers.

Capitals hoping to make history at NHL awards (2008-06-12)
The Capitals have a chance to become the first team in NHL history to take home MVP, rookie and coach honors in the same year at the league's annual awards dinner.

Man arrested in fatal shooting outside nightclub (2008-06-12)
Police have charged a man with fatally shooting a woman outside a nightclub last month.

Gansler: BWI car rental companies will cut fuel charges (2008-06-12)
Maryland Attorney General says some people who rented cars at Baltimore's airport were clobbered with huge refueling charges.

State to buy farmland along Nanticoke for conservation (2008-06-12)
The Maryland Board of Public Works has approved a planned conservation area along the Nanticoke River in Vienna.

Delaware ponders higher personal income tax rate (2008-06-12)
Democratic lawmakers are suggesting that Delaware create a new top personal income tax rate for the state's top earners.

Del. lawmakers want larger share of slots revenue (2008-06-12)
A group of lawmakers is proposing that the state take a larger share of the revenue raised at Delaware's three slot machine casinos.

Birds Hand Captains Pair of Close Losses (2008-06-12)
After Lake County swept Delmarva on Tuesday night, the Shorebirds needed to return the favor in order to keep their first-half title hopes alive.

Tomatoes grown in MD, DE & VA believed to be safe (2008-06-11)
Tomatoes in Maryland, Delaware and Virginia are not part of a national scare over tomatoes and salmonella.

Memorial planned in Denton for Wayne Cawley (2008-06-11)
A memorial service is planned for Sunday near Denton for former state Agriculture Secretary and D-Day paratrooper Wayne Cawley.

Rippons, Jackson-Stanley survive Cambridge primary (2008-06-11)
The field of three candidates for mayor in Cambridge has been pared to two.

Caregiver at Wicomico group home charged (2008-06-11)
A Salisbury man is facing criminal charges for allegedly leaving a developmentally disabled person in his care unattended.

HHS launches paper conversion program (2008-06-11)
The Department of Health and Human Services says doctors in Maryland and Washington, D.C., will be the first in the country be reimbursed for converting paper medical records to electronic files.

Md. licence plates could promote Ocean City (2008-06-11)
Members of the Ocean City Town Council are studying a proposal to advertise the resort and possibly make money for the town at the same time.

Cambridge voters to pare field of candidates for mayor (2008-06-10)
Voters in Cambridge will narrow the field of candidates for the mayor's office in today's primary election.

Del. cmte. agrees on $12M more in budget cuts (2008-06-10)
Legislative budget writers continue to whittle away at Delaware's proposed spending plan for the fiscal year that starts July 1.

Prof. claims Va. lottery misrepresenting games (2008-06-10)
A Washington & Lee University business professor claims the Virginia Lottery has taken in millions of dollars illegally by misrepresenting the prize money available for some of its games.

Giants beat Nationals 3-2 to complete 4-game sweep (2008-06-10)
For the second straight day, San Francisco came alive in the fifth inning against a starter making a one-game visit from Triple-A, and the Giants beat the Washington Nationals 3-2.

Orioles get day off before opening series in Boston (2008-06-10)
The Orioles have a day off yesterday before opening the last series of their nine-game road trip.

McKay funeral set for this morning (2008-06-10)
Some of the luminaries of sports broadcasting will be in Baltimore on Tuesday to speak at a memorial for veteran colleague Jim McKay.

Company to use Wallops Island as base for rocket (2008-06-10)
Orbital Sciences is investing about 45 million dollars in Virginia to assemble, test and launch a new rocket, creating 125 jobs.

Zito earns second win, Giants beat Nationals (2008-06-09)
Barry Zito earned his second win of the season and Ray Durham finished with four hits, leading the San Francisco Giants past the Washington Nationals 6-3 Sunday.

Cambridge to hold primary for mayor & town seats (2008-06-09)
Voters in Cambridge will narrow the field of candidates for the mayor's office in a primary election Tuesday.

OC tourism official launch advertising blitz (2008-06-09)
Ocean City tourism officials have launched an advertising blitz to promote the resort as a summer destination.

Heat wave continues across Mid-Atlantic region (2008-06-09)
The heat wave is expected to continue across the Mid-Atlantic region today. The National Weather Service has issued a heat advisory until 8 p.m. tomorrow night for most of the listening area.

Groundbreaking sportscaster Jim McKay dies at 86 (2008-06-09)
Jim McKay elegantly covered competitions from badminton to barrel jumping. Yet he may best be remembered for that grim day at the Munich Olympics when he broke the news with three simple words: "They're all gone."

Standoff with Delaware troopers ends in shooting (2008-06-09)
The man shot and killed early Saturday morning after a standoff with Delaware State Police was a former California Highway Patrol officer.

Early June has been deadly for Va. motorists (2008-06-09)
Virginia State Police say early June has been deadly for motorists. As of Saturday, the agency says 10 people - nine men and a woman - had been killed on the state's roads in the previous week.

Halladay wins 4th straight, Blue Jays beat Orioles (2008-06-09)
Roy Halladay won his fourth straight start, Vernon Wells homered and the Toronto Blue Jays beat the Baltimore Orioles 5-4 on Sunday to snap a four-game losing streak.

Big Brown left alone after stunning Belmont loss (2008-06-09)
The morning after the Belmont Stakes, Big Brown stopped to pose for photographers as if he had won the Triple Crown. Everyone except the horse knew otherwise.

Power utilities issue advisory during heat wave (2008-06-09)
Baltimore Gas and Electric and PJM, the electric power grid for 13 states and the District of Columbia, have announced an electric power advisory.

Mikulski follows Clinton's lead and backs Obama (2008-06-08)
Sen. Barbara Mikulski, one of Hillary Rodham Clinton's staunchest supporters, is following Clinton's lead and endorsing Barack Obama.

Report: Currie filed disclosure statements late (2008-06-08)
Records show that state Senator Ulysses Currie has been the subject of three complaints by the Maryland State Ethics Commission for filing his annual financial disclosure statements late.

Bear spotted at federal agency's Maryland campus (2008-06-08)
Officials are warning people not to approach a young black bear that's wandering on the campus of the National Institute of Standards and Technology in Gaithersburg.

Jones lifts Orioles over Twins, 3-2 (2008-06-06)
Adam Jones hit a tiebreaking home run in the seventh inning and the Baltimore Orioles beat the Minnesota Twins 3-2 Thursday.

Silo accident in Delaware ruled accidental (2008-06-06)
The Delaware medical examiner has ruled the death of a maintenance worker at a Delmar chicken-feed mill accidental.

Digital TV Transition Looms in 2009 (2008-06-06)
February 17, 2009 is a date you might want to keep in mind, if you enjoy watching television, because that's the deadline that Congress has set for most TV stations across America to switch from traditional analog transmissions - the type that most people have grown-up with - in favor of the newer digital form of broadcasting.

Nats split doubleheader against Cardinals (2008-06-06)
Elijah Dukes' two-run, 10th inning home run gave the Washington Nationals a 10-9 win over the St. Louis Cardinals in the second game of a day-night doubleheader on Thursday night.

Home aquaculture gains popularity (2008-06-06)
Although oysters in the Chesapeake Bay have been all but wiped out, the struggling bivalves are showing up one place more and more often: in wire cages tied to home docks.

Eastern Shore Focus - Show # 49: The Digital TV Switchover (2008-06-06)
February 17, 2009 is a date you might want to keep in mind, if you enjoy watching television, because that's the deadline that Congress has set for most TV stations across America to switch from traditional analog to the newer digital form of broadcasting. Digital TV promises better picture, sound and viewing options, but you need a certain type of receiver to view it. We'll talk about what you need to do prepare for the switchover coming in 2009.

Price of chicken could rise this summer (2008-06-06)
Chicken prices could rise 10 percent this summer. That's according to James Perdue, chairman of the largest poultry company in the East, Perdue Farms Inc.

Md. Lt. Gov. Visits UMES Golf Driving Range (2008-06-06)
Maryland Lieutenant Governor Anthony Brown stopped by the University of Maryland Eastern Shore yesterday, to take a tour of campus and visit the UMES Driving Range.

Big Brown to break from No. 1 post in Belmont (2008-06-05)
Big Brown will begin his bid to complete the Triple Crown by breaking from the No. 1 post in the Belmont Stakes.

Cardinals-Nationals rained out (2008-06-05)
Wednesday night's game between the St. Louis Cardinals and Washington Nationals has been rained out and will be made up as part of a day-night doubleheader today.

Mauer drives in 3 to lead Twins past O's (2008-06-05)
Joe Mauer homered and drove in three runs, helping Boof Bonser get a win out of the bullpen and leading the Minnesota Twins past the Baltimore Orioles 7-5 last night.

Man killed on silo when soybeans fall on him (2008-06-05)
Authorities say a Millsboro man died after thousands of pounds of soybeans fell on him as he worked on a grain silo.

Investigators probe rash of arsons in Sussex Co. (2008-06-05)
Delaware fire investigators are investigating a string of arsons at abandoned houses in the Laurel and Delmar areas of Sussex County.

Municipal attorney hired to staff position with county (2008-06-05)
Ed Baker will lead Wicomico County's new law department, taking a staff position in a move meant to save the county money on his current work as municipal attorney.

Dump truck hits electrical pole, section of US 9 closed (2008-06-05)
Delaware transportation officials say a section of U.S. Route 9 northeast of Laurel has been closed after a dump truck hit an electrical pole.

'Birds Close the Gap, Win 3-2 (2008-06-04)
The Shorebirds' Luis Noel out-dueled the unbeaten Ryan Miller to give Delmarva their sixth straight win and pull the Birds to within a half game of first place in the Northern Division.

USDA warns Tyson about antibiotic label (2008-06-04)
Inspectors from the U.S. Department of Agriculture routinely found Tyson Foods Inc. gave chickens an antibiotic that can be used in humans, rather than another the company said it gave, the agency says.

Incumbent re-elected to Princess Anne commission (2008-06-04)
Two-term incumbent Frank White has won re-election as a town commissioner. The District 1 commissioner received 111 votes yesterday, more than twice that of any of his challengers.

Convicted murderer back behind bars (2008-06-04)
A convicted murderer from Salisbury is back behind bars following his arrest in a theft case in Somerset County.

Wicomico council approves budget (2008-06-04)
The Wicomico County Council has approved a nearly $130 million budget that reflects the recent downturn in the economy.

'Birds Slip Past Captains, 5-4 (2008-06-03)
the Delmarva bullpen ensured the Shorebirds fifth consecutive victory, a one-run triumph over the first-place Lake County Captains.

Fee hike could force O's to move training home (2008-06-03)
The Baltimore Orioles might leave their South Florida spring training home because the federal government wants to increase its rent for the stadium's land more than tenfold.

Orioles rally to beat Boston, 6-3 (2008-06-03)
Adam Jones broke a tie with a three-run double in the eighth inning, and the Baltimore Orioles overcame another home run by Manny Ramirez to beat the Boston Red Sox 6-3 on Monday night and avoided a four-game sweep.

Nationals' Zimmerman has small tear in left shoulder (2008-06-03)
Washington Nationals third baseman Ryan Zimmerman has a small labral tear in his left, non-throwing shoulder and will require more rest.

Del. districts make cuts to summer programs (2008-06-03)
Several Delaware school districts are reducing their summer school programs this year to save money.

Community leaders hold summit on school safety (2008-06-03)
Educators, community leaders, police and religious leaders are meeting in Baltimore County for a summit on school safety.

Ehrlich portrait to be unveiled in Annapolis (2008-06-03)
Ousted Republican Gov. Bob Ehrlich is due back in Annapolis Tuesday evening for the unveiling of his official portrait.

Tyson pulls ads claiming no antibiotics in poultry (2008-06-03)
Tyson Foods says it will "voluntarily withdraw" advertising and labels claiming that its poultry products don't contain antibiotics, after a federal court issued an injunction stopping the practice.

States, park service, partner to promote Nanticoke River (2008-06-03)
Officials from Delaware, Maryland and the National Park Service are pledging to work together to promote the history and natural resources of the Nanticoke River watershed.

Hot plate found to be cause of Cambridge fire (2008-06-03)
State fire investigators say an overheated hot plate in an antique store's break room started a seven-alarm fire that destroyed two shops on Cambridge's Race Street in January.

Out-of-state guns used in 44 percent of Md. crimes (2008-06-02)
New federal crime statistics show that nearly half the guns used in crimes in Maryland last year came from other states.

Hudson homers in Arizona's 5-0 victory over Nationals (2008-06-02)
Dan Haren tossed seven sharp innings, Orlando Hudson hit a three-run homer and the Arizona Diamondbacks beat the Washington Nationals 5-0 on Sunday.

'Birds Win Again, Sweep Four Games in Hagerstown (2008-06-02)
Behind Joe Nowicki's three hits and three RBI and Zach Britton's masterful six innings on the mound, the Shorebirds raced past the Suns 8-2, sweeping the four game series in Hagerstown.

Busch wins fourth Cup race at Dover (2008-06-02)
Kyle Busch was simply sensational again, dominating the second half of the 400-mile race at Dover International Speedway and racing to his Sprint Cup series-best fourth win of the season.

Lawmaker says organ donation bill is dead for this year (2008-06-02)
A state lawmaker is giving up his attempt to pass a bill this year that would automatically designate holders of Delaware drivers licenses as organ donors.

Israeli company to put down roots in Md. (2008-06-02)
Governor Martin O'Malley's trade mission to Israel is leading to more business for Maryland.

Sen. Biden silent on decision to allow Connolly hearing (2008-06-02)
Sen. Joe Biden's office isn't saying whether Biden will block a judicial confirmation hearing for U.S. Attorney Colm Connolly.

Box containing pipe bombs found in woods in Essex (2008-06-02)
Baltimore County police are trying to find out who left a military ammunition box containing several pipe bombs and black powder in a wooded area in Essex.

Economic development is focus of Cambridge meeting (2008-06-02)
Economic development professionals from across the state are meeting at the Maryland Economic Development Association's annual conference in Cambridge.

Drivers putting less gas in tank, then running out (2008-06-02)
With gas prices hovering at $4 a gallon, some motorists are putting less fuel in their tanks then coming up empty on the highway.

New rules planned for moonlighting O.C. officers (2008-05-30)
The Ocean City Police Commission is proposing new rules governing moonlighting by police officers.

Tech study estimates many farms will change hands (2008-05-30)
Virginia has created a program to connect retiring farms with men and women who aspire to work the land.

Gerut's 3-run homer lifts Padres over Nats (2008-05-30)
Jody Gerut hit a three-run homer with one out in the eighth inning to give the San Diego Padres a 5-2 win over the Washington Nationals on Thursday.

Heavy traffic on Bay Bridge expected this weekend (2008-05-30)
The Maryland Transportation Authority is warning motorists to expect heavy traffic at the Bay Bridge this weekend due to NASCAR races at Dover International Speedway on Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Va. closes gap to keep repeat abusers from classroom (2008-05-30)
Virginia has passed a law to ensure that teachers who sexually abuse children aren't allowed to return to the classroom to repeat their crimes.

3 arrested in fight that led to death of Berlin man (2008-05-30)
Investigators have arrested three people in connection with a fatal beating of a 19-year-old Berlin man.

Storm damage doesn't qualify for fed assistance (2008-05-30)
The Delaware Emergency Management Agency says damage along the coast from the May 12 storm doesn't qualify for federal assistance.

Suspect named after pipe bombs found at Milford home (2008-05-30)
Milford Police have identified a suspect who allegedly built eight pipe bombs found in a home on North Walnut Street.

O's get day off before 4 game series against Boston (2008-05-30)
The Orioles get a day of rest today before resuming their current homestand.

'Birds Rally Late, Prevail 7-4 in Ten Innings (2008-05-30)
The Delmarva Shorebirds took the field on Thursday knowing that a victory would inch them a game closer to first place.

Pipe bombs found at Milford home, block evacuated (2008-05-29)
Milford Police say authorities have detonated three additional pipe bombs, bring to six the total found so far at a home on North Walnut Street.

Livestock auction operator faces state charges (2008-05-29)
The Maryland Department of Agriculture says it has tightened its livestock auction inspection policies after an animal abuse investigation led to charges against the owner of the Westminster Livestock Auction Market.

Birds Blast Suns 9-3 (2008-05-29)
Delmarva snapped their three game losing streak in convincing fashion last night, jumping out to a 9-0 lead and holding on for a 9-3 victory over the Hagerstown Suns.

Berlin teen beaten to death after graduation party (2008-05-29)
Worcester County authorities say a Berlin teen was beaten to death Thursday during a fight that broke out following a graduation party.

SHA hosts meeting about next Ocean City bridge (2008-05-29)
The State Highway Administration will host a meeting tonight to take comments from citizens about where to build a future Ocean City bridge.

Yankees beat Orioles 4-2 to avert sweep (2008-05-29)
Jason Giambi homered and drove in two runs to back an effective pitching performance by Andy Pettitte, and the New York Yankees beat the Baltimore Orioles 4-2 Wednesday night to avert a three-game sweep.

FEMA tours flood-damaged areas of Del. coast (2008-05-29)
Representatives from the Federal Emergency Management Agency are touring the Delaware coast to evaluate damage from recent flooding.

Police name fishermen who drowned in Salisbury pond (2008-05-29)
Salisbury Police have released the names of the two fishermen who drowned Sunday evening while fishing in Johnson Pond.

Five indicted in Wicomico landfill thefts (2008-05-29)
A Wicomico County grand jury has indicted five people in the alleged theft of about $450,000 worth of diesel fuel, tires and other supplies from the county landfill.

Talbot Co. budget includes laptops for students (2008-05-28)
The Talbot County Council has adopted a budget for the next fiscal year that includes $775,000 for personal laptop computers for public school students.

Orioles can complete a sweep of the Yankees (2008-05-28)
The Orioles can complete a three-game sweep of the Yankees with a win tonight at Camden Yards.

Sussex studying affordable rental housing plan (2008-05-28)
Sussex County officials are working on a plan that could reduce prices for some apartments and rental homes.

Virginia performs 1st execution in nearly two years (2008-05-28)
A man whose lawyers claimed he was mentally retarded has been executed for killing a convenience store owner in the first execution in Virginia in nearly two years.

Gas prices, economy, may turn away NASCAR fans (2008-05-28)
Some NASCAR fans have already arrived in Dover for this weekend's races, but there are signs that gasoline prices and the economy might keep some fans away.

OC police release images of suspect involved in rape (2008-05-28)
Ocean City police have released surveillance camera images of the man they believe assaulted and raped a woman near a popular nightspot over the Memorial Day weekend.

Sussex studying affordable rental housing plan (2008-05-28)
Sussex County officials are working on a plan that could reduce prices for some apartments and rental homes.

Adkins appointed to Maryland Court of Appeals (2008-05-28)
Gov. Martin O'Malley has appointed Maryland Court of Special Appeals Judge Sally Adkins to fill a vacancy on Maryland's highest court.

Lose a camera? This Web site may have found it (2008-05-28)
Imagine you lost the camera that had those one-of-a-kind vacation photos, or images of a keepsake moment. Now imagine a stranger finding it and putting it some of those images on a website for people to peruse - in search of lost memories.

Coast Guard probes history of wrecked research vessel (2008-05-23)
A research vessel that foundered in the Atlantic and ran aground in Delaware during a storm May 12 has a history of cracking, corrosion and structural shortfalls.

Governor signs laws benefiting veterans (2008-05-23)
Governor Martin O'Malley has signed new laws related to health and support for Maryland veterans returning from overseas.

Jury convicts Waldorf man in fatal ice cream truck shooting (2008-05-23)
A jury in Charles County has convicted a Waldorf man in the fatal shooting of a girl riding in her mother's ice cream truck.

O'Malley holds last bill signing for the year (2008-05-23)
Gov. Martin O'Malley signed two bills Thursday to bring some of the rights married couples have to unmarried couples - including gay couples.

Shelters, animal rescue groups, look to end euthanasia (2008-05-23)
Animal rights groups are fighting to make Delaware a so-called "no kill" state.

Nomination for Miller's son prompts resignation vow (2008-05-23)
A member of a judicial nominating commission is vowing to resign after the state senate president's son was nominated for a district court judgeship.

Search in Somerset yields no clues in man's disappearance (2008-05-22)
The Somerset County Sheriff's office says a search of a wooded area Tuesday failed to provide any leads into the disappearance of a Princess Anne man nearly two years ago.

Lofink co-defendant pleads guilty (2008-05-22)
A co-defendant has acknowledged conspiring with the son of a state lawmaker to steal $1.2 million from the state of Delaware.

Ocean City settles officers' age discrimination claims (2008-05-22)
Ocean City has agreed to settle age discrimination claims brought by two police officers.

Phillies hit 4 home runs in 12-2 win over Nationals (2008-05-22)
After scoring only one run in their previous two games, the Philadelphia Phillies hit four home runs in a 12-2 rout of the Washington Nationals on Wednesday night.

A-Rod's big game helps Rasner, Yanks beat Orioles (2008-05-22)
Alex Rodriguez hit two balls over the fence but was credited with only one home run, and the New York Yankees broke loose Wednesday night for an 8-0 victory over the Baltimore Orioles.

Shorebirds, Intimidators Split Double Dip (2008-05-22)
Delmarva and Kannapolis split a pair of close games on Wednesday night, a 3-1 win for the Birds in game one and a 3-2 extra-inning triumph for the Intimidators in the nightcap.

Dobbs' pinch-hit gives Phillies win (2008-05-21)
Greg Dobbs' RBI pinch-hit single in the ninth inning gave the Philadelphia Phillies a 1-0 win against the Washington Nationals.

Va. motorists 6th in nation for 'texting while driving' (2008-05-21)
If you're annoyed by motorists who chat on cell phones then get ready to be more frustrated: A new survey ranks Virginia sixth in the nation for drivers who send text messages behind the wheel.

Program steers low income people to savings acct. (2008-05-21)
Consumer advocates want to help tens of thousands of Delawareans open bank accounts to begin the path toward financial independence.

Jeter hurt, A-Rod homers in Yankees' 12-2 loss (2008-05-21)
Just when the slumping New York Yankees got Alex Rodriguez back, Derek Jeter went down with an injury that nearly led to a brawl with Baltimore.

2 men, teen, charged in Ridgley arson (2008-05-21)
Fire investigators have charged two adults and a 16-year-old boy with arson in connection with a fire that heavily damaged a home in Ridgely.

OC buses to start summer schedule on Friday (2008-05-21)
Municipal buses in Ocean City begin operating on a summer schedule on Friday.

Del. ambulances must have seat belt extenders (2008-05-21)
Delaware will soon make it easier for larger emergency workers to do their jobs safely.

Salisbury police released of man found murdered (2008-05-21)
Salisbury police have released the name of a Mardela Springs man found murdered over the weekend in Mitchell's Pond in west Salisbury.

Princess Anne officials defend safety of bio-diesel plant (2008-05-20)
Town officials in Princess Anne are standing by the safety of a bio-diesel plant that was the scene of a deadly explosion.

Easton woman charged with emblezzing (2008-05-20)
An Easton woman is facing criminal charges in the alleged embezzlement of more than $30,000 from the Coca Cola bottling plant where she worked.

Couple injured, rescued from Bay after storm (2008-05-20)
A British couple injured in a storm in the Chesapeake Bay that also broke the mast of their sailboat used a flashlight to send a distress signal, prompting their rescue.

Singer to donate part of proceeds to bird habitat (2008-05-20)
Songbirds have a friend in James Taylor. The singer-songwriter will hold a news conference today in Virginia Beach to discuss his support for conservation of bird habitat on Virginia's rural Eastern Shore peninsula.

4 Dover teens face hundreds of theft charges (2008-05-20)
Dover police say four teens face hundreds of charges and more arrests are expected after a rash of criminal mischief and thefts from vehicles.

Orioles shed losing attitude, exceed expectations (2008-05-20)
They have been thrown together to rescue a franchise staggering through an agonizing run of futility.

Board holds public hearing on Sussex principal (2008-05-20)
The Indian River school board took few questions and had even fewer answers at a public hearing scheduled after a high school principal was arrested and charged with having a sexual relationship with a student.

Zimmerman helps Nats beat Phillies 4-0 (2008-05-20)
Ryan Zimmerman saved a run or two with a quick stab to stop a double down the left-field line in the first inning and charged a two-hopper barehanded to throw out the swift Shane Victorino in the fifth.

372 UMES students graduate at '08 Spring Commencement (2008-05-19)
Some 372 graduates and their families participated in the 121st Spring Commencement at the University of Maryland Eastern Shore. The event took place Friday morning at the Dr. William P. Hytche Athletic Center.

Police searching for suspect in OC assault (2008-05-19)
Police in Ocean City are looking for an assailant who hit a 20-year-old man in the head, hospitalizing him with serious injuries.

Preakness winner Big Brown bears down on Triple Crown (2008-05-19)
Big Brown's path toward the Triple Crown starts this morning when the dazzling colt is set to be shipped to New York.

Nationals host Phillies in 1st of 7-game series (2008-05-19)
The Nationals open a seven-game homestand tonight when they take on the Phillies.

Orioles off today; will begin three game set in NY (2008-05-19)
The Orioles get a travel day today before the season's first visit to the Bronx.

Easton woman accused of trying to pass forged Rx (2008-05-19)
An Easton woman is accused of presenting a forged prescription at a local Wal-Mart pharmacy.

SU lacrosse players accused of vandalism (2008-05-19)
Two Salisbury University lacrosse players wanted for vandalizing homes and cars have turned themselves in authorities.

Water and sewer rates could rise in Salisbury (2008-05-19)
The Salisbury City Council is scheduled Tuesday to meet with Mayor Barrie Parsons Tilghman to discuss a possible increase in water and sewer rates.

1 dead after explosion at Princess Anne biodiesel plant (2008-05-19)
Police say one man is dead and another is injured after an explosion at a biodiesel plant in Princess Anne.

Eastern Shore Focus - Show # 48: Discovery Ctr. (Pt. 2) / Ladies of Liberty (2008-05-16)
In this continuation of Part One, we'll finish our tour of the Pocomoke City, Md.-based Delmarva Discovery Center with Executive Director Brian Garrett. I'll also talk with NPR Senior News Analyst Cokie Roberts about her book entitled Ladies of Liberty: The Women Who Shaped Our Nation. Her book offers a unique take on the remarkable women who made significant contributions to the nation during its formative years.

UMES Holds 2008 Spring Commencement Today (2008-05-16)
The University of Maryland Eastern Shore will hold its Spring 2008 Commencement this morning, starting at 10 a.m. in the Dr. William P. Hytche Athletic Center.

Slick-fielding Nats edge Mets 1-0 behind Bergmann (2008-05-16)
Willie Harris' diving catch in the ninth inning saved Washington, and the slick-fielding Nationals beat the New York Mets 1-0 yesterday behind Jason Bergmann's fantastic pitching performance.

UPS bet on Big Brown pays off in brand exposure (2008-05-16)
A horse by any other name simply wouldn't have worked for UPS.

Panel says it won't rush deciding fate of historic home (2008-05-16)
Members of the Cambridge Historic Preservation Committee say they don't want to rush into a decision about the fate of a historic home that was heavily damaged by arson.

NYC subway cars headed to sea off OC Coast (2008-05-16)
Forty former New York City subway cars will be sunk off the coast of Ocean City this morning in a manmade reef initiative.

Nonprofit promotes ties between Shore & China (2008-05-16)
A nonprofit organization that has helped forge ties between Queen Anne's County and a county in China wants to help other Eastern Shore counties create similar partnerships.

Minner signs latest budget-balancing measure (2008-05-16)
Delaware Gov. Ruth Ann Minner has signed the latest state budget-balancing measure into law.

Dorchester Co. warns crab limits will harm industry (2008-05-16)
The Dorchester County Council has sent a letter to Gov. Martin O'Malley objecting to the state's proposed limits on the harvest of female blue crabs.

Orioles prepare for interleague play against Nats (2008-05-16)
The Orioles had a day off yesterday before opening a weekend interleague series against Washington tonight at Camden Yards.

Workers will try to free beached research vessel (2008-05-15)
Salvage crews continue to work to free a beached research vessel near Bethany Beach.

United Way pledges to direct funds to nation's greatest ills (2008-05-15)
The United Way of America plans to steer money raised during the next 10 years to support programs directly related to education, income and health care.

UMES and Princess Anne rename street after Hytche (2008-05-15)
Members of the Town of Princess Anne Commission, community leaders, as well as students, faculty and staff from the University of Maryland Eastern Shore, were on hand Thursday morning, to dedicate a portion of Broad Street after former UMES President Dr. William P. Hytche.

NFL, citizens group, fighting sports betting proposal (2008-05-15)
Lobbyists are fighting attempts to bring sports betting to Delaware.

PSC hears pros and cons of electricity market regulation (2008-05-15)
The Maryland Public Service Commission has heard from both sides in the debate over whether to re-regulate the state's electric power market.

Portion of Broad Street to be renamed after Dr. Hytche (2008-05-14)
A portion of Broad Street in Princess Anne will be dedicated this morning to former University of Maryland Eastern Shore President, Dr. William P. Hytche. The event will take at 11 o'clock a.m. at the section of Broad Street between Somerset Avenue and Beechwood.

Pro-slots group to campaign at Preakness (2008-05-14)
The head of a pro-slots group is getting ready to campaign at the Preakness Stakes this weekend in hopes of winning some votes for November's slots referendum.

Suspect named in fatal Salisbury shooting (2008-05-14)
Salisbury police have named a suspect in a fatal shooting late Monday night.

Arson suspected in Brown House fire (2008-05-14)
The State Fire Marshal's office suspects arson in the weekend fire that heavily damaged the historic J. Benjamin Brown House in Cambridge.

Police say victim was struck by vehicle 7 mi. away (2008-05-14)
Police now believe a man found dead on North Race Street on Georgetown had been struck by a vehicle seven miles away, near Ellendale.

One person found dead in Delmar fire (2008-05-13)
Fire officials say one person was found dead inside a burning house trailer west of Delmar.

Storm drenches mid-Atlantic region (2008-05-13)
The National Weather Service has released rainfall totals from Monday's storm.

Va. Gov. Kaine to seek tax increases for roads (2008-05-13)
Virginia Governor Tim Kaine is taking his plan to boost state taxes by about 1 billion dollars to fund transportation to the people.

Highlights from Jazz Blues & BBQ 2008 (2008-05-13)
Check out these highlights from the 2nd Annual Jazz Blues & BBQ...

Harlem Rocker a no-go for Preakness Stakes (2008-05-13)
The Preakness lost a possible starter in Harlem Rocker, but may gain one in Kentucky Derby also-ran Gayego.

Ruark sentenced to a year probation & fine for DUI (2008-05-13)
Wicomico County State's Attorney Davis Ruark has been sentenced to a year of probation and a $500 fine for driving under the influence.

DNA, dogfighting among bills signed into Md. law (2008-05-13)
A controversial measure allowing genetic material to be taken from people who haven't been convicted of a crime was due to be signed into Maryland law today, when Governor Martin O'Malley planned to put his pen to dozens of bills in his third bill signing since lawmakers left Annapolis.

Suspects in Sean Taylor case won't face execution (2008-05-13)
Prosecutors in Miami say they won't seek the death penalty against four people charged with murder in the case of Washington Redskins star Sean Taylor if they are convicted.

Perez has 3 hits to lead Nationals over Mets (2008-05-13)
Making his ninth start without a victory, Odalis Perez had three hits and two RBIs and pitched into the seventh inning to lead the Washington Nationals over the New York Mets 10-4 on Monday night.

One crewmember declared dead after boat rescue (2008-05-13)
The Coast Guard confirms that one of two crew members has died after being taken from a research vessel that foundered off the Delaware coast during yesterday's storm.

Marlins 5, Nationals 4 (2008-05-12)
Dan Uggla's second home run on Sunday was a go-ahead drive in the eighth inning that lifted the Florida Marlins to their seventh straight win, 5-4 over the Washington Nationals.

Bannister pitches Royals to win over O's (2008-05-12)
Brian Bannister allowed two singles in eight innings as the Kansas City Royals beat Baltimore 4-0 today to end their 12-game skid against the Orioles.

Power outages continue after transmission line failure (2008-05-12)
A Delmarva Power spokesman says that a major transmission line went down in the last hour - causing a number of homes and businesses to lose power again.

Coastal storm creates flooding, unusually high tides (2008-05-12)
The storm that has been pounding Delaware may look and feel like a nor'easter, but the experts are only calling it a "strong coastal storm."

Coast Guard rescues 2 from sinking vessel (2008-05-12)
Coast Guard boats and a helicopter from New Jersey rescued two men after their research vessel broke apart and started taking on water.

Shore officials reporting flood waters receding (2008-05-12)
Eastern Shore counties say flood waters are receding, though it's still raining and they're waiting for tonight's high tide.

Del. legislators to discuss more spending cuts (2008-05-12)
Delaware lawmakers are expected to meet in committee this week to discuss more spending cuts.

School early closures (05/12/2008) (2008-05-12)
Click above to see a listing of school systems with a modified schedule due to weather conditions.

Man charged with DUI after crash with trooper's cruiser (2008-05-11)
State police say a suspected drunk driver faces charges after crashing into a trooper's cruiser.

Black bear hit crossing Frederick County highway, killed (2008-05-11)
State police say a young black bear was struck and killed by a car in Frederick County.

Naval Academy sports complex dedicated (2008-05-11)
The U.S. Naval Academy has dedicated its new field house in honor of the first black man to graduate from the school.

Del. deficit reduction measure signed into law (2008-05-09)
Delaware Gov. Ruth Ann Minner has signed legislation reducing the state's $62 million budget deficit by nearly $8.3 million.

O'Malley holds meeting with correctional officers (2008-05-09)
Maryland Gov. Martin O'Malley has held a meeting with correctional officers in Hagerstown.

Lt. Gov. wants Delaware cancer study (2008-05-09)
Delaware's lieutenant governor has proposed a statewide study of residents' exposure to potential cancer-causing toxins in the food they eat, the water they drink and the air they breathe.

Bethany Beach closer to getting ambulance service (2008-05-09)
The Bethany Beach Volunteer Fire Company is a step closer to operating an ambulance service.

2nd Annual Jazz, Blues, BBQ to be held Saturday (2008-05-09)
The Second Annual Jazz, Blues and Barbeque Festival is being held tomorrow from 11:30am to 8:30pm at Killens Pond State Park in Felton, Delaware. The family event will feature day-long outdoor music, as well as dance, food and crafts for the entire family.

Eastern Shore Focus - Show # 47: The Delmarva Discovery Center (Pt. 1) (2008-05-09)
When the 16,000 square-foot Delmarva Discovery Center is completed it will house a number of exhibits about the history and ecology of the Pocomoke River - and the larger Delmarva region. It will also include exhibits on shipbuilding, trade, fishing, and local Native American culture. Join us as the Executive Director Brian Garrett takes us on a tour of what's in store for visitors when it opens in the Summer of 2008.

Baltimore snaps 5-game slide with win over Royals (2008-05-09)
Daniel Cabrera threw a three-hitter to remain perfect against Kansas City, Nick Markakis backed him with a three-run home run, and the Baltimore Orioles snapped a five-game losing streak with a 4-1 victory against the Royals on Thursday night.

Cav fans wait hours for 23-cent pizzas in Ohio (2008-05-09)
Customers are waiting as long as 2 hours for cheap pizza as Papa John's makes good on its apology to Cleveland Cavaliers fans.

Va. holds first tax holiday for hurricane prep (2008-05-09)
Virginians looking to prepare for hurricane season can thank the state for an upcoming tax holiday on items to keep their families ready in case of a storm.

Nationals beat Astros 8-3 (2008-05-09)
Willie Harris and Rob Mackowiak homered to help the Washington Nationals beat Houston 8-3 Thursday night and end the Astros' five-game winning streak.

Va. businesses support tax for highway upkeep (2008-05-07)
Twenty-five of the Virginia's most influential business lobbying groups are backing new statewide taxes for highway upkeep and repair.

'Birds Take Series Finale, 5-3 Over Power (2008-05-07)
Just about twelve hours after losing their last game, the Shorebirds retook the field with a purpose.

Carlos Lee's double leads Astros over Nationals (2008-05-07)
Carlos Lee had the go-ahead two-run double in the eighth inning and Lance Berkman had a career-high five hits to lead the Houston Astros to a 6-5 win over the Washington Nationals on Tuesday night.

Superint. to say more on Sussex Central principal (2008-05-07)
Officials with the Indian River School District plan to say more today about Sussex Central High Principal Dana Goodman, who was charged last week with raping a 17-year-old student.

Small earthquake reported in Northern Va. (2008-05-07)
The U.S. Geological Survey says a small earthquake shook the Washington area, and some residents reported feeling tremors. There were no reports of damage or injuries.

Incumbents re-elected in Snow Hill (2008-05-07)
Voters in Snow Hill returned the mayor and a town council to new four-year terms, but voted down proposed pay raises for the politicians.

Duchscherer leads Oakland over Baltimore, 4-2 (2008-05-07)
Justin Duchscherer is showing he's healthy again. Duchscherer won his second straight start in his third outing since coming off the disabled list and the Oakland Athletics beat the Baltimore Orioles 4-2 on Tuesday night for their third straight victory.

Trainer orders drug tests on Eight Belles (2008-05-07)
The trainer of euthanized filly Eight Belles has ordered drug testing to be part of the autopsy on the Kentucky Derby runner-up.

Md. to take comments on crab regulations (2008-05-07)
Maryland officials want to hear from watermen, business owners and citizens about the state's emergency limits on the blue crab harvest.

Federalsburg council canels war memorial project (2008-05-07)
The Federalsburg Town Council has scrapped plans for a town war memorial. Three council members voted Monday to cancel the project.

School delays this morning (05/06/2008) (2008-05-06)
Click above to see a listing of school systems that are delayed this morning.

Man found shot to death in Federalsburg (2008-05-06)
Maryland State Police are investigating what they are calling an apparent homicide in Caroline County.

O'Malley discusses importance of slots referendum (2008-05-06)
Governor Martin O'Malley says the state will be forced to make "a lot of unpopular choices" if a referendum on slot machine gambling fails in November.

OC closer to decriminalizing open containers (2008-05-06)
The Ocean City Town Council has voted to decriminalize open container violations.

Athletics 2, Orioles 1, 10 innings (2008-05-06)
Emil Brown singled home the winning run in the 10th inning as the Oakland Athletics nipped Baltimore 2-1.

Police charge driver accused of fleeing crash (2008-05-06)
Delaware State Police have charged a Laurel man with leaving the scene of a five-vehicle accident near Georgetown that killed four people.

Fire damages Rehoboth Beach business (2008-05-06)
The Delaware State Fire Marshal's office is investigating a fire that heavily damaged a Rehoboth Beach business.

Lo Duca could pull double duty on Preakness Day (2008-05-06)
Catcher Paul Lo Duca was already planning on being in Baltimore the day of the Preakness Stakes for the Nationals' interleague series at Camden Yards.

Police arrest 10 in brawl outside OC night club (2008-05-06)
One police dog's handler was punched, and Ocean City police arrested 10 people after a brawl outside Seacrets Night Club that left four officers with minor injuries.

Four dead in fiery Georgetown crash (2008-05-05)
Four people are dead after a fiery crash involving at least five vehicles in the Georgetown area.

Md. Court of Appeals to hear death row case (2008-05-05)
Maryland's highest court has heard arguments in a case involving death row inmate Jody Lee Miles.

UMES & Princess Anne Celebrate Bowling Champs (2008-05-05)
The University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES) and the Town of Princess Anne were united in their praise of the UMES Women's Bowling Team, for having won the 2008 NCAA National Championship.

Shore farmers squeezed by rising costs (2008-05-05)
Eastern Shore farmers squeezed by diesel fuel and fertilizer prices are changing their crop strategies this season.

Berlin mayor dies at age 69 (2008-05-05)
Officials with the town of Berlin say Mayor Tom Cardinale has died of a heart attack. He was 69.

Ruark says grand jury to hear landfill theft case (2008-05-02)
Wicomico County State's Attorney Davis Ruark says his office expects to bring the investigation into thefts at the county landfill to a county grand jury in the coming weeks.

Parksley teen convicted as adult in Ohio stabbing (2008-05-02)
A 16-year-old Virginia girl has been convicted of charges accusing her of participating in the robbery and murder of a Florida man at a southwest Ohio motel.

AFL-CIO supports legalization of slot machines in Md. (2008-05-02)
The AFL-CIO supports legalizing slot machines in Maryland, saying slots parlors have the potential to create thousands of new jobs.

Crawford, Garza lift Rays over O's with 4-2 win (2008-05-02)
Matt Garza allowed three hits in six innings, Carl Crawford snapped a tie with a two-run single in the seventh, and the surging Tampa Bay Rays defeated the Baltimore Orioles 4-2 Thursday.

Kearns' RBI single gives Nats 3-2 win over Pirates (2008-05-02)
Austin Kearns broke a tie with a two-out RBI single in the eighth inning, and the Washington Nationals ran their winning streak to a season-high four games tonight with a 3-2 victory over the Pittsburgh Pirates.

Md. Congressman pushing for free comic book (2008-05-02)
Maryland Congressman C.A. Dutch Ruppersberger thinks comic books can be more than just fun.

The Androgynous Pharaoh? Akhenaten had feminine physique (2008-05-02)
Akhenaten wasn't the most manly pharaoh, even though he fathered at least a half-dozen children. In fact, his form was quite feminine, which has puzzled experts for years. And he was a bit of an egghead.

Govs' seek disaster designation for crab fishery (2008-05-02)
The governors of Maryland and Virginia are seeking federal disaster assistance for watermen who are expected to take a financial hit because of recently imposed limits on blue crab harvests in the Chesapeake Bay.

The Androgynous Pharaoh? (2008-05-02)
Akhenaten wasn't the most manly pharaoh, even though he fathered at least a half-dozen children. In fact, his form was quite feminine, which has puzzled experts for years. And he was a bit of an egghead.

O'Malley, Mikulski to discuss watermen relief (2008-05-02)
The Maryland crabbing industry is facing the strain of a 34 percent reduction in the female crab harvest.

Minority population in Md. grows, white population shrinks (2008-05-01)
Census Bureau figures show Maryland's white population is shrinking while the number of minorities, particularly Latinos, continues to increase.

Construction worker dies dismantling crane at construction site (2008-05-01)
Authorities have released the name of the construction worker killed while dismantling a crane 200 feet above a shopping center construction site near Annapolis.

Md. "psychic" accused of taking $65,000 from Del. woman (2008-05-01)
Delaware State Police say investigators have charged a licensed fortune teller from Hebron, Md., in the theft of more than $65,000 from an Ocean View woman.

Court upholds conviction of Carroll County farmer (2008-05-01)
An intermediate appellate court has upheld the conviction of a Carroll County farmer accused of leaving animal carcasses on his property and neglecting other animals.

Delaware tax filing deadline is today (2008-04-30)
Today is the deadline to file state income tax returns in Delaware.

Electrical malfunction caused Delmar fire (2008-04-30)
Authorities say an electrical malfunction caused a fire that heavily damaged the former Bonanza restaurant in Delmar.

SHA seeks input on future OC bridge (2008-04-30)
The State Highway Administration wants to hear from citizens about where to build a future Ocean City bridge.

Va. continues cleanup in tornados' aftermath (2008-04-30)
The cleanup continues today in Suffolk and five other areas of Virginia hit by tornadoes Monday.

Former Queen Anne's fire chairman pleads guilty (2008-04-30)
The former chairman of the Queen Anne's County Fire and EMS Commission has been ordered to serve 18 months in jail for the theft of more than $155,000 in county funds.

Changes approved at 9 failing Md. schools (2008-04-30)
Maryland school officials have decided that teachers will have to reapply for their jobs at eight failing schools in the state, and officials say the principal is retiring from a ninth.

Zimmerman's 3 hits lead Nationals past Braves 6-3 (2008-04-30)
Slumping Ryan Zimmerman spent some time working with Barry Larkin before the game, and then had a season-high three hits to lead the Washington Nationals past the Atlanta Braves 6-3 last night.

Orioles end Rays' 6-game streak with 7-4 win (2008-04-30)
Garrett Olson took a shutout into the seventh inning, and the Baltimore Orioles ended the Tampa Bay Rays' six-game winning streak with a 7-4 victory last night in a surprising duel for first place in the AL East.

O's-White Sox game suspended for rain (2008-04-29)
The Baltimore Orioles and Chicago White Sox were tied at 3 when play was suspended after 11 innings yesterday because of rain. Orioles' designated hitter Aubrey Huff was also ejected in the 10th inning of yesterday's game.

Ovechkin joins Russia at world championships (2008-04-29)
Alex Ovechkin has joined the Russian squad before the world hockey championships. But he is awaiting insurance before he will be allowed to practice or play.

Pierce, Stevenson fined for actions in playoff games (2008-04-29)
Boston Celtics forward Paul Pierce and Washington Wizards guard DeShawn Stevenson have been fined $25,000 each by the NBA for making "menacing gestures" in playoff games.

Chesapeake Bay funds added to Farm Bill (2008-04-29)
Maryland Congressman Chris Van Hollen says congressional negotiators have added money to the federal farm bill for programs to help clean up the Chesapeake Bay.

Md. gets "F" in study on child abuse information (2008-04-29)
A national report has concluded that Maryland is among the 10 worst states when it comes to releasing information to the public about child abuse in cases involving death or serious injury.

Hospitals to use faraway doctors to monitor patients (2008-04-29)
Some Maryland hospitals plan to use doctors in Delaware to monitor intensive care patients electronically.

Firefighters battle blaze at Delmar restaurant (2008-04-29)
Fire investigators are trying to determine the cause of a blaze that caused extensive damage to the former Bonanza restaurant on U.S. Route 13 in Delmar.

Talbot candidate, wife, agree to protective orders (2008-04-29)
Attorneys for Talbot County school board candidate Dr. John Mastandrea and his wife Anita say both parties have agreed to abide by protective orders they sought against each other.

Court dismisses death row lawsuit in Delaware (2008-04-29)
A Superior Court judge has dismissed a lawsuit filed by a death row inmate challenging Delaware's lethal injection process.

Permit granted for Cambridge lighthouse replica (2008-04-28)
Gov. Martin O'Malley has signed legislation granting a wetlands permit for the lighthouse replica planned for Cambridge.

Shorebirds Fall 7-4, Split 4 Game-Set With WV (2008-04-28)
West Virginia recorded thirteen hits, took advantage of four Delmarva errors, and earned a split in the four-game series, winning Sunday's finale 7-4.

Cavaliers 100, Wizards 97 (Cavaliers lead series 3-1) (2008-04-28)
Delonte (deh-LAHN'-tay) West hit the go-ahead 3-pointer with 5.4 seconds left and the Cleveland Cavaliers beat Washington 100-97 for 3-1 lead in their best-of-seven Eastern Conference playoff series.

Ravens stake future on Flacco, who embraces role (2008-04-28)
The Baltimore Ravens and Joe Flacco are in this thing together. The Ravens defied conventional logic by picking a quarterback from the University of Delaware in the first round of the NFL draft.

Va. legislators to discuss road funding (2008-04-28)
Highway funding will be the focus of a special session of Virginia's General Assembly.

Septic tank dispute causing a stink (2008-04-28)
Some Queen Anne's County residents say the county's crackdown on water pollution from faulty septic tanks has gone too far.

Lower Shore plagued by water shortages (2008-04-28)
Wicomico County and the city of Salisbury have hired an outside consultant to tally the region's water resources for state and local planners.

School delays this morning (04/28/2008) (2008-04-28)
Click above to see a listing of school systems that are delayed this morning.

Salisbury FD moves to new building (2008-04-28)
The Salisbury Fire Department has moved to its new headquarters on the city's West Side.

Konerko hits two homers in White Sox's win (2008-04-28)
Jeremy Guthrie still doesn't have a win this season, and Jose Contreras has two -- both against the Orioles.

Nationals 2, Cubs 0 (2008-04-28)
John Lannan pitched four-hit ball for seven innings as the Washington Nationals blanked the Chicago Cubs 2-0.

Escapees recaptured after police chase (2008-04-28)
The Wicomico County Sheriff's office says two prisoners who escaped custody while on a work detail have been recaptured.

Fighting against prescription drug abuse (2008-04-25)
Addiction to illegal drugs continues to be a problem that plagues our society, and gets plenty of headlines in the news. But one form of drug addiction that often goes unnoticed is that of prescription drug abuse.

O'Malley to promote child environmental outreach (2008-04-25)
Governor Martin O'Malley is continuing his Earth Week observations by joining a Maryland school group for a stream visit this morning at Patapsco Valley State Park in Catonsville.

Millsboro man arrested after ten-hour standoff (2008-04-25)
Authorities have released the name of a Millsboro man arrested after a shooting and a ten-hour standoff at his home.

Eastern Shore Focus - Show # 46: Prescription Drug Abuse / Windy City (2008-04-25)
Addiction to illegal drugs continues to be a problem that plagues our society, and gets plenty of headlines in the news. But one form of drug addiction that often goes unnoticed is that of prescription drug abuse - and its growing in popularity among teens. We'll talk with the Deputy Drug Czar about efforts to fight this trend. We'll also hear from Scott Simon about his novel entitled, Windy City: A Novel Politics.

Smith Island cake becomes official Md. dessert (2008-04-25)
An unusual multilayered cake served on Maryland's Eastern Shore has become the state's official dessert.

Md. Gov. considers classification of alcopops (2008-04-25)
Governor Martin O'Malley hasn't made up his mind yet about whether to sign a measure to allow fruit-flavored alcohol drinks to remain classified as beer instead of liquor for tax purposes.

School delays this morning (04/24/2008) (2008-04-24)
Click above to see a listing of school systems that are delayed this morning.

Talbot physician faces new charges (2008-04-23)
A candidate for the Talbot County school board who was charged last week in a domestic assault has been arrested again.

Police nab two in OC burglaries via Internet (2008-04-23)
Ocean City police say two Dundalk men used the Internet to plot six burglaries in Ocean City, but police then used the Internet to easily find them.

Contractor convicted of dumping waste from food plant (2008-04-23)
A Hurlock, Md., man has been convicted of illegally dumping clam waste at a rural site at the Marshy Hope Wildlife Area near Bridgeville.

Investigators find, fix more faulty fasteners on 757s (2008-04-23)
US Airways has found and fixed faulty wing fasteners on additional B-757 jetliners since part of the wing on one of its 757s broke off and struck a passenger window somewhere over Maryland last month, federal investigators said Tuesday.

Commission votes to end dredging (2008-04-23)
The Virginia Marine Resources Commission has voted to shut down winter dredging for crabs in the Chesapeake Bay.

OC Police charge man in bomb threat case (2008-04-23)
Ocean City Police detectives have charged a Centreville, Virginia man yesterday in connection with a bomb threat that occurred last week.

PETA offers $1 million for lab-created meat (2008-04-23)
Animal rights activists are offering scientists a $1 million reward if they can produce commercially viable meat in a laboratory.

HD buffs cry foul over cable TV's crunched signals (2008-04-22)
Comcast Corporation and other cable TV companies are packing more HD channels than ever into limited bandwidth.

Police release names in Laurel accident (2008-04-22)
Delaware State Police have released the names of two men killed in an accident on Route 9, four miles east of Laurel.

HD buffs cry foul over cable TV's crunched signals (2008-04-22)
Comcast Corporation and other cable TV companies are packing more HD channels than ever into limited bandwidth.

Delaware revenue forecast grows dim (2008-04-22)
A state panel on Monday further downgraded Delaware's gloomy revenue forecast, meaning lawmakers will have an even more difficult task in developing a budget for the upcoming fiscal year.

Wilmington police increase patrols (2008-04-21)
Wilmington police are stepping up patrols in high-crime areas in response to an uptick in homicides.

Change stolen from Annapolis meters (2008-04-21)
Annapolis police say someone has stolen change from more than 80 parking meters in the past week.

State GOP executive director resigns (2008-04-21)
The Maryland Republican Party is looking for a new executive director.

Newport bookkeeper charged with embezzlement (2008-04-21)
An administrative assistant and bookkeeper for the town of Newport has turned herself in to police to face charges of embezzling more than $100,000 from the town.

Police shoot man outside his home (2008-04-21)
New Castle County police say officers shot a Bear-area man after he fired a shotgun at them.

Slots debate gears up in Maryland (2008-04-18)
People on both sides of Maryland's slot machine debate are sparring over how much money the state stands to gain if voters decide to legalize slots in a November referendum.

Local blogger faces perjury charges (2008-04-18)
A Delmar blogger known for his squabbles with Salisbury officials has been charged with perjury related to a Pittsville land deal.

Orioles win 6-5 over White Sox (2008-04-18)
Adam Jones singled in the game-winning run in the 10th inning, capping a late comeback that gave the Baltimore Orioles a 6-5 victory over the Chicago White Sox on tonight.

Knuble scores Flyers' 2OT winner (2008-04-18)
Danny Briere saved the game for the Flyers in regulation and Mike Knuble got a win away from the second round in a thrilling double-overtime finish.

PGA Leader Praises New UMES Golf Program (2008-04-18)
Ever since Dr. Thelma B. Thompson became President of the University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES), one of her goals has been to make the University a leader in producing the next generation of professionals in the multi-billion dollar golf industry.

Easley scores on wild pitch to give Mets win (2008-04-18)
Damion Easley scored on Joel Hanrahan's second wild pitch in the 14th inning and the New York Mets beat the Washington Nationals 3-2 Thursday night on the 44th anniversary of the first game at Shea Stadium.

O'Malley traveling to Israel in May (2008-04-18)
Governor Martin O'Malley is scheduled to travel to Israel next month to call attention to biotechnology research and business opportunities in Maryland.

Two men killed in Frankford crash (2008-04-18)
State police say two Millsboro men died after a truck lost control and struck a drainage ditch in Frankford yesterday.

UMES Hosts Blues & BBQ Dinner Theater (2008-04-17)
Students, faculty and members of the Community will be premiering an original Dinner Theater production at the University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES) this evening, in the Richard A. Henson Center.

Settlement reached in suit against Md. delegate (2008-04-17)
An Anne Arundel County delegate has reached a confidential settlement in a suit that claimed he tricked a Crofton couple into signing over their house deed to him.

Firefighter exam results to stand after cheating scandal (2008-04-17)
Baltimore's acting fire chief has decided to allow the results of promotional exams to stand after a racially tinged scandal over cheating.

Man charged with torching home, filing false claim (2008-04-17)
State fire investigators say a 32-year-old Felton man has been charged with setting fire to his own house and filing a false insurance claim.

UMES Police offer reward for arson info (2008-04-16)
The University of Maryland Eastern Shore is offering a $500 reward for anyone providing information leading to the arrest and conviction of those responsible for the fire that occurred on campus this past weekend.

Police discover human remains in Somerset Co. (2008-04-16)
WBOC reports that Maryland State Police in Somerset County are investigating human remains found late last week in the Manokin area.

Some Area Residents Experiencing Phone Problems (2008-04-16)
WBOC reports this morning that some Delmarva residents are having problems with their phone service.

Road renamed to honor former UMES President (2008-04-16)
A stretch of Broad Street in Princess Anne has been renamed in honor of former University of Maryland Eastern Shore president William Hytche.

Car alarm scares would-be robbers (2008-04-15)
Dover police say a trio that tried to rob a man at gunpoint outside the Dover Downs Casino was scared off by a car alarm.

Troopers track down Rt 13 hit-and-run driver (2008-04-15)
Maryland State Police say that they've arrested and charged a Pocomoke City man involved in a hit-and-run early this morning.

Wizards 117, Pacers 110 (2008-04-15)
Roger Mason scored 31 points and the Washington Wizards eliminated Indiana from postseason contention with a 117-110 win over the visiting Pacers.

Millar carries Orioles past Toronto (2008-04-15)
Kevin Millar homered and drove in three runs to back a fine pitching performance by Matt Albers, and the Baltimore Orioles beat the Toronto Blue Jays 4-3 Monday night.

Low numbers expected in annual crab survey (2008-04-15)
An annual survey of blue crabs in the Chesapeake Bay is due out today, and to get an idea how serious it's going to be, consider this: the governors of two states will be on hand when it's announced.

Tractor trailer plunges into Chester River (2008-04-15)
Maryland State Police say a tractor-trailer plunged into the Chester River after a crash on the bridge above and the driver had to climb out and cling to the top of the vehicle while waiting for rescuers.

Harris leads in 1st District fundraising (2008-04-15)
Republican State Senator Andy Harris has raised nearly twice as much over the past two months as his Democratic rival for the first Congressional district seat, Queen Anne's County State's Attorney Frank Kratovil Junior.

Buses not to carry Pope message on display (2008-04-15)
Montgomery County, Md. officials are scrapping plans for Ride On buses to display messages welcoming Pope Benedict XVI amid concerns over a public entity welcoming a religious leader.

Former Colt member Madison "Buzz" Nutter Dies (2008-04-14)
The family of former Baltimore Colt Madison "Buzz" Nutter says the starting center on the Colts' NFL championship teams of 1958 and 1959 has died of complications from heart illness.

Nats end 9-game skid with 5-4 win (2008-04-14)
The Washington Nationals ended their nine-game losing streak by holding on to edge visiting Atlanta 5-4.

Cereal Link to Food Poisoning Is Probed (2008-04-14)
The Food and Drug Administration says at least 23 people in 14 states, including Delaware, have been sickened by the same strain of salmonella found in two breakfast cereals recalled by Malt-O-Meal.

Flyers shut out Capitals 2-0 (2008-04-14)
Martin Biron (bee-RAHN') made 24 saves and Philadelphia evened its first-round playoff matchup at a game apiece with a 2-0 victory at Washington.

Police: 2 charged after mobile home park crime spree (2008-04-14)
Maryland State Police have charged two teens after a crime spree in a mobile home park in Eden.

Niemann wins debut in Rays' win (2008-04-14)
Jeff Niemann allowed one run over six innings in his major league debut and B.J. Upton hit a three-run homer during a six-run fifth, helping the Tampa Bay Rays beat the Baltimore Orioles 6-2 yesterday in St. Petersburg.

Md., Va. to announce new crab regulations (2008-04-14)
More word is expected this week on steps Maryland and Virginia are planning to protect blue crabs.

Two Felton men charged with copper theft (2008-04-14)
Delaware State police say a Felton man and his nephew are charged with stealing $12,000 of copper wire from a Verizon facility in Dover.

UMES Women's Bowling Team is '08 NCAA Champ (2008-04-14)
The University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES) Women's Bowling Team has won the 2008 NCAA Women's National Championship on Saturday evening in Omaha, Nebraska.

Bond creator letters sold (2008-04-11)
It turns out that James Bond creator Ian Fleming got a little help from an unexpected source a real life Miss Moneypenny to whom he turned for advice on plot points and character development.

School delays this morning (04/11/2008) (2008-04-11)
Click above to see a listing of school systems that are delayed this morning.

Frankie Allen named head B-ball coach at UMES (2008-04-11)
Frankie Allen, an assistant at Maryland-Baltimore County and a former head coach at Virginia Tech, Tennessee State and Howard, has been named head coach at the University of Maryland-Eastern Shore (UMES).

Delaware House approves wind farm resolution (2008-04-11)
The state House has approved a resolution aimed at winning state approval of a proposed energy-generating wind farm off the coast of Delaware.

Cambridge to receive grant to rebuild after fire (2008-04-11)
Cambridge is using a state grant awarded after January's Race Street fire to market the city to tourists in the Mid-Atlantic region.

State Police offer reward in Hebron shooting (2008-04-11)
Maryland State Police say a $1,000 reward is being offered for information leading to the arrest of a suspect in a fatal shooting in Hebron.

Dover man unhurt in Kent Island plane crash (2008-04-11)
Maryland State Police say a Dover, Del., man was unhurt when his small plane went off a runway and crashed at the Bay Bridge Airport on Kent Island.

School delays this morning (04/10/2008) (2008-04-10)
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First virus, now mice, at Gaylord National Resort (2008-04-10)
For the second time in two weeks, Prince George's County health officials are investigating a problem at the newly opened Gaylord National Resort and Convention Center.<

Police name victim in Hebron fatal shooting (2008-04-10)
Authorities have released the name of the 38-year-old man found shot to death Wednesday in a home in Hebron.

U.S. Treasurer talks finance with UMES students (2008-04-10)
The University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES) was paid a visit yesterday morning by United States Treasurer, Ms. Anna E. Cabral.

O'Malley to testify on federal foreclosure bill (2008-04-10)
Governor Martin O'Malley is on Capitol Hill today talking about a federal plan to address foreclosures.

Families say man's offer of chess lessons was a scam (2008-04-09)
Dozens of Delaware families say they were scammed by a man offering after-school chess lessons for children at schools in the Christina and Appoquinimink school districts.

State seeks funds for more red light cameras (2008-04-09)
Delaware could be getting more red light cameras. The Department of Transportation says state lawmakers are considering adding ten cameras to the 20 already on state roads.

Maryland crabbers waiting for word on tougher crab rules (2008-04-09)
Maryland crabbers could get their first look today at tougher crab restrictions state officials are considering to protect the stock of blue crabs.

Newark restaurant accused by ASCAP of hosting unlicensed music (2008-04-09)
A Newark restaurant is being accused in court of failing to pay licensing fees for copyrighted music played by its live bands and performed on karaoke nights.

Allen sod farmer found not to blame for dry wells (2008-04-08)
Wicomico County officials have determined a sod farmer is not to blame for the failure of 27 nearby wells last year.

Md. General Assembly adjourns (2008-04-08)
The Maryland General Assembly has adjourned, and Governor Martin O'Malley hasn't wasted any time signing a bill to repeal a tax on computer services.

Wicomico F.O.P. sues county over bargaining rights (2008-04-08)
The Wicomico County Fraternal Order of Police is suing the county over a code provision the union claims is contrary to a referendum granting collective bargaining rights to sheriff's deputies.

Orioles finish sweep of Mariners with 5-4 victory (2008-04-08)
Aubrey Huff homered to break an eighth-inning tie, and the surprising Baltimore Orioles completed their first four-game sweep of the Seattle Mariners since 1999 with a 5-4 victory Monday.

Marlins beat struggling Nats 10-7 (2008-04-08)
Hanley Ramirez, Dan Uggla and Robert Andino homered and four relievers combined for five and two-thirds innings of one-run ball as Florida beat the Washington Nationals 8-7 to stay atop the NL East.

Feed additive could reduce chicken waste (2008-04-08)
University of Delaware researchers believe an additive in feed given to broiler chickens could reduce the amount of phosphorus in chicken waste.

Ohio woman dies after accident near Laurel, Del. (2008-04-08)
Delaware State Police say a Mansfield, Ohio, woman was struck and killed while walking across U.S. Route 13 near Laurel.

Half-dozen kidneys transplanted simultaneosly (2008-04-08)
Johns Hopkins Hospital says surgeons there have transplanted a half-dozen kidneys simultaneously.

Wizards, Caps make playoffs for 1st time in 20 yrs (2008-04-07)
For the first time in 20 years, both the Washington Capitals and Washington Wizards are heading to the postseason.

Salisbury council to discuss fire station use (2008-04-07)
The Salisbury City Council is scheduled today to discuss the future of Fire Station 16.

Cardinals 3, Nationals 0 (2008-04-07)
Kyle Lohse allowed four hits in seven innings and Rick Ankiel homered as St. Louis completed a three-game sweep of the Washington Nationals with a 3-0 victory.

Three sought in Worcester armed home robbery (2008-04-07)
Maryland State Police have arrested a man and are looking for three other people in an armed home robbery in Worcester County.

San Domingo center to be restored (2008-04-07)
Lowe's and the National Trust for Historic Preservation are awarding a $50,000 grant to help pay for restoration work at the San Domingo Community and Cultural Center, a historic Rosenwald School in Mardela Springs.

Md. General Assembly sprints to adjournment (2008-04-07)
The Maryland General Assembly has approved the state's $1.5 billion capital budget.

Smith Islanders hope for official dessert status (2008-04-07)
Smith Island cake is headed toward becoming Maryland's official dessert.

Orioles 3, Mariners 2 (2008-04-07)
Luis Hernandez capped a three-run rally with a two-out RBI single in the ninth, lifting Baltimore past Seattle 3-2.

Sussex officials to convert rural addresses (2008-04-07)
Sussex County officials are continuing to convert vestigial rural route addresses to named roads with house numbers.

Credit card companies subject of Md. bill (2008-04-04)
The days of free T-shirts in exchange for credit cards on college campuses appear to be limited in Maryland.

Scientists report slight improvement in Bay health (2008-04-04)
As Maryland watermen prepare for tougher regulations on blue crabs, a new report shows scientists are alarmed about the crustacean's decline.

Md. failure-to-report child abuse bill rejected (2008-04-04)
A committee in the House of Delegates has rejected a bill that would have made it a misdemeanor for some professionals to knowingly fail to report evidence of child abuse.

Maryland man sells pizza.com for $2.6 million (2008-04-04)
A Maryland man has sold the Web domain pizza.com for millions of dollars.

Cambridge museum to restore skipjack (2008-04-04)
The Richardson Maritime Museum in Cambridge is planning a $300,000 restoration of what may be the largest surviving skipjack in the Chesapeake Bay.

Seattle visit marks return of former Orioles (2008-04-04)
The Orioles continue their season-opening homestand this weekend with three games against the Seattle Mariners.

Memphis Marchers Honor Legacy of MLK (2008-04-04)
On the 40th anniversary of his assassination, the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. was remembered Friday in the city where he died as a man who came to Memphis "to lead us to a better way."

Tech tax repeal approved in Md. Senate (2008-04-04)
A repeal of Maryland's widely dreaded computer services tax has been approved by the Maryland Senate.

'Birds Fall to Suns in 14, 5-4 (2008-04-04)
An unearned run in the top of the fourteenth inning made the difference on a rainy, chilly evening in Salisbury, as the Hagerstown Suns outlasted the Delmarva Shorebirds 5-to-4.

Boy, 17, pleads guilty in Halloween homicide in Annapolis (2008-04-03)
An Annapolis teenager has pleaded guilty in a Halloween homicide in the city's College Creek Terrace housing community.

Cambridge mayor says city's fire costs near $200,000 (2008-04-03)
Cambridge Mayor Cleveland Rippons says the cost to the city from the huge January fire on Race Street was just under $200,000.

Eastern Shore Focus: Archive (2008-04-03)
Click here to find a complete listing of Shows # 1 - 45 of Eastern Shore Focus.

January trial set in slaying of Woodsboro woman (2008-04-02)
It will be nine more months before a Woodsboro man will go on trial for the fatal shooting of his wife.

Suspect indicted in slaying of elderly Pocomoke man (2008-04-02)
A Worcester County grand jury has indicted the suspect in the murder of an elderly Pocomoke City man.

Board to consider settlement of racial profiling case (2008-04-02)
The Maryland Board of Public Works is scheduled Wednesday to consider a proposed settlement in a case alleging racial profiling by Maryland State Police.

NTSB says helicopter pilot made "improper decision" before crash (2008-04-02)
The National Transportation Safety Board has released a probable cause report on the Dec. 2006 helicopter crash in a field near Dagsboro that killed a local developer and his pilot.

Woman pleads guilty to defrauding employer, PTA, Cub Scout troop (2008-04-02)
Federal authorities say a Mount Airy woman has pleaded guilty to bank fraud in the embezzlement of $185,000 from her employer, an elementary school PTA and a Cub Scout troop.

Md. House debates mortage counseling bill (2008-04-01)
Should Maryland homeowners seeking risky mortgages be required to sit through counseling first?

New-look Rays beat Orioles (2008-04-01)
The Tampa Bay Rays reversed an annoying trend at the expense of the Baltimore Orioles in yesterday's opener.

Union to vote on deal with supermarket chains (2008-04-01)
Union members working at two of the region's largest supermarket chains will vote Tuesday on the tentative agreement they reached over the weekend with Giant Foods, owned by Royal Ahold NV, and with Safeway Inc.

Md. Senate rejects spending measure (2008-04-01)
The Maryland Senate has rejected a measure outlining how to spend an estimated $140 million the state is expected to get from greenhouse gas allowances.

OC restaurant owner to rebuild after fire (2008-04-01)
The owner of a popular Ocean City restaurant heavily damaged in a weekend fire says he plans to rebuild.

New-look Rays beat Orioles (2008-04-01)
The Tampa Bay Rays reversed an annoying trend at the expense of the Baltimore Orioles in yesterday's opener.

Court reinstates lawsuit against Caroline prosecutor (2008-04-01)
An appellate court has reinstated a lawsuit brought against Caroline County State's Attorney Jonathan Newell by two former employees of his office.

Baltimore man killed in collapse owned building (2008-04-01)
Records from Baltimore's Board of Estimates show the local historian who was killed Sunday in a rowhouse collapse had a permit to renovate the building.

IRS Encourages Taxpayers to Get Rebates (2008-03-28)
Every year around this time millions of Americans who've put off filing their federal income taxes start feeling the pressure of the deadline. For this year, the deadline for those tax returns is April 15, 2008.

Four killed in unrelated Worcester Co. accidents (2008-03-28)
Ocean City police say a 2-year-old child and her mother are dead after being struck by a Coast Guard sport utility vehicle on Coastal Highway.

Dessert proposal losing flavor in Md. House (2008-03-28)
Don't cut the cake just yet. Supporters who want to make the Smith Island cake Maryland's official dessert say the confection is in trouble in the legislature.

Eastern Shore Focus - Show # 45: Making Tax Time Easier (2008-03-28)
In today's program, we'll talk with Jim Dupree, the IRS Spokesman for Maryland, Virginia and D.C. He'll provide some good tips on how to file your federal tax return, quickly and for free - and get the maximum rebates you deserve. Also, we'll briefly talk with a representative of Salisbury-based SHORE UP! Inc. - which is providing FREE income-tax preparation services for lower-income families and individuals living on the Shore.

Three arrested in illegal oyster harvesting (2008-03-28)
Maryland Natural Resources Police have charged three men with harvesting oysters illegally in Tangier Sound near Janes Island State Park.

Bill authorizes local tax breaks for resort amusements (2008-03-27)
State lawmakers have approved legislation allowing local officials to grant tax relief for two Ocean City amusement parks.

Mayor: Officer's allegation was taken "out of context" (2008-03-27)
Baltimore Mayor Sheila Dixon's office says a black police officer's allegation that he was ordered by a superior officer to look at Ku Klux Klan Web sites has been misconstrued.

Power, water, cut for 300 late payers in Smyrna (2008-03-27)
About 300 Smyrna residents are without power and water service for failing to pay their past due electricity bills.

Trial begins for five officers charged in inmate's beating (2008-03-27)
Defense attorneys for five corrections officers charged in the beating of an inmate say the officers responded with force only after an unruly inmate kicked an officer's groin and put up a fight during a search.

Bill would exempt enclosed decks from smoking ban (2008-03-27)
A state Senate committee has approved a bill granting an exception to the state's new smoking ban.

Lawmakers: State, Constellation, agree to settle lawsuits (2008-03-27)
Baltimore Gas and Electric's electricity customers could get a one-time rebate of $170 under a legal settlement between the state and BGE's parent company, Constellation Energy.

School board member resigns two weeks after using racial slur (2008-03-27)
A Carroll County school board member who was criticized for using a racial slur while visiting a school construction site has resigned.

Officers to go on trial in the beating of inmate (2008-03-26)
Five corrections officers are going on trial this week in Anne Arundel County on second-degree assault charges stemming from the beating of an inmate at the now-closed Maryland House of Correction.

Wicomico River partially closed due to spill (2008-03-26)
Portions of the Wicomico River have been closed to recreational activity, as health officials continue testing bacteria levels following a recent wastewater treatment plant spill.

Maryland Zoo must fix numerous problems to retain accreditation (2008-03-26)
The Maryland Zoo is in danger of losing its national accreditation if it does not fix numerous expensive issues that resulted from years of financial struggles.

Red Cross launches emergency fund drive (2008-03-26)
The American Red Cross of the Delmarva Peninsula has launched an emergency fundraising campaign to fix a $500,000 budget shortfall.

Utilities say onshore wind turbines can provide cheaper power (2008-03-26)
Area utilities say they believe other wind power companies would be able to sell electricity in Delaware more cheaply than the offshore wind farm proposed by Bluewater Wind.

Former correctional officer pleads guilty (2008-03-26)
A former Frederick County Sheriff's Office correctional officer has pleaded guilty to an indecent exposure charge.

Rebuilding of Cambridge stores expected in 2010 (2008-03-25)
The owner of two antique stores ruined in a huge Cambridge fire says the rebuilding probably won't begin until 2010.

Salisbury council to vote on adult store ordinance (2008-03-25)
The Salisbury City Council is scheduled April 22 to take a final vote on an ordinance limiting where adult businesses can legally operate in Salisbury.

Nationals' Hill throws 2 innings against minor leaguers (2008-03-25)
Washington Nationals manager Manny Acta missed part of his team's 5-3 exhibition loss to the Detroit Tigers Monday so he could watch right-hander Shawn Hill pitch to Class-A players from the Dodgers' system.

Md. Senate approves DNA sample expansion (2008-03-25)
The Maryland Senate has approved a bill to expand the collection of DNA samples from people who are charged but not yet convicted of violent crimes and burglary.

Maine outpitches Loewen, Mets beat O's 1-0 (2008-03-25)
John Maine allowed only a Nick Markakis single over six shutout innings in the New York Mets' 1-0 victory over the Baltimore Orioles Monday, combining with two relievers for a two-hitter.

Sheriff: Worker kept diary documenting thefts (2008-03-25)
Wicomico County Sheriff Mike Lewis says an employee at the county landfill kept a diary documenting thefts that have led to criminal charges against two senior landfill officials and an area contractor.

New PRMC Trauma Center Opens (2008-03-25)
The new trauma center has opened at Peninsula Regional Medical Center in Salisbury.

Offensive lineman Jason Fabini stays with Redskins (2008-03-25)
The Washington Redskins have agreed to terms with offensive lineman Jason Fabini.

Rattlesnake stowed away in luggage bites Va. man (2008-03-25)
Maybe he heard a faint rattling around in his luggage, but a Northern Virginia man surely never assumed the sound came from a stowaway snake sealed in his bag and waiting to attack.

Cost of fuel prompts turboprop comeback (2008-03-24)
As fuel prices soar to record highs and airlines struggle to maintain profitability, the unglamorous but fuel-efficient turboprop regional airliner is making a remarkable comeback.

Accused state's attorney returns to work (2008-03-24)
Wicomico County's state's attorney has returned to work part-time a month after his arrest in Ocean City on drunken driving charges.

Doctors keep Arenas out of another game (2008-03-24)
Team doctors stopped Gilbert Arenas from returning for last night's Wizards victory against the Detroit Pistons.

Democrat looking to GOP voters to win 1st District (2008-03-24)
Republican voters in Maryland's First Congressional District are being courted by the Democratic Party nominee, Queen Anne's County state's attorney Frank Kratovil.

Roadside beating suspect surrenders to police (2008-03-24)
Delaware State Police say a man accused of severely beating his girlfriend and leaving her on the side of a Sussex County road has surrendered to authorities.

Salisbury officer hit during traffic stop (2008-03-24)
Police in Salisbury have arrested a man they say hit an officer in the leg while trying to flee a traffic stop.

Fourth suspect arrested in Princess Anne homicide (2008-03-24)
A fourth suspect has been arrested in connection with a fatal shooting in Princess Anne.

Lady Hawk Bowling Wins Third MEAC Title In A Row (2008-03-24)
The University of Maryland Eastern Shore Women's Bowling Team toppled Delaware State University 4-to-1, to secure their third straight women's bowling title and fourth overall in the Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference (MEAC) championship.

Man sentenced in Queen Anne's County crash (2008-03-24)
A man who pleaded guilty in a fatal accident that killed a Queen Anne's County school official has been sentenced to 15 years in prison.

UMES sweeps Coppin State to improve to 3-0 in MEAC (2008-03-24)
After a slow start to the 2008 season the University of Maryland Eastern Shore men's baseball team won their first series sweep of the season, topping Coppin State University (CSU) 7-6 and 18-12 in double header action today at Joe Cannon Stadium.

Amendment could allow wind energy systems in Carroll (2008-03-21)
A pending zoning amendment could allow wind power turbines to be erected in Carroll County.

Parkville man jailed for e-mail threatening the governor (2008-03-21)
A construction worker from Parkville is being held on $2 million bail for allegedly sending an e-mail threat to Gov. Martin O'Malley.

Teen killed by brother with father's service weapon (2008-03-21)
Prince George's County police have released the name of a 15-year-old boy from the District Heights area who was shot and killed by his brother.

School board member apologizes after using racial slur (2008-03-21)
An attorney for the Carroll County school board says board member Jeff Morse offered to resign after a school system worker complained that Morse used a racial slur during a visit to a construction site.

House gives initial approval to budget (2008-03-20)
The House of Delegates has given initial approval to a budget with more than $400 million in cuts and spending transfers.

Judge: won't dismiss warrant for ailing escapee from Maryland (2008-03-20)
A judge has declined to dismiss the arrest warrant used against an ailing 81-year-old prison escapee from Maryland who has been on the lam for 43 years.

Global warming bill delayed amid economic worries (2008-03-20)
Maryland senators have delayed debate on a global warming bill because they're concerned it could cause energy prices to rise and put factory employees out of work.

Mortgage lending reforms clear Senate (2008-03-20)
The Maryland Senate has unanimously approved mortgage lending bills aimed at addressing the state's rising foreclosure rate.

Judge orders return of horses to Somerset owner (2008-03-20)
A Somerset County judge has ordered the return of four horses seized from their owner during an animal neglect investigation.

Salisbury Fire HQ appraised at $798,000 (2008-03-19)
Officials say a state certified appraiser has valued the current Salisbury fire department headquarters property at $798,000.

Md. Senate delays debate on global warming bill (2008-03-19)
Maryland senators have delayed debate on a global warming bill because they're concerned it could cause energy prices to rise and put factory employees out of work.

Sussex officials to take action on county plan (2008-03-19)
Sussex County officials are expected to take final action next month to approve the county's new comprehensive plan, and they are expected at the same time to receive a consultant's report on how to implement the plan.

Lady Rams Sweep UMES with 12-4 Win (2008-03-19)
In women's softball, the Winston-Salem State Lady Rams (11-9) completed their doubleheader sweep with a 12-4 win over the UMES Lady Hawks (1-9) in a hard-fought contest.

Nationals defeat Tigers 9-1 (2008-03-19)
Lastings Milledge hit a home run 400-plus feet off Jeremy Bonderman in the third inning as the Nationals defeated the Detroit Tigers 9-1.

Environmentalists skeptical about Bay cleanup (2008-03-19)
Environmental activists are skeptical about new planning to cleanup the Chesapeake Bay.

National, Dulles airports open security fast lanes (2008-03-19)
Two airports in the Washington area are starting a program to help speed passengers through security lines.

Gene may help explain stress disorder (2008-03-19)
Groundbreaking research suggests genes help explain why some people can recover from a traumatic event while others suffer post-traumatic stress disorder.

Humber solid in Twins' 4-2 victory over Orioles (2008-03-19)
Minnesota right-hander Phil Humber shook off a blister on his non-throwing hand to outpitch Matt Albers in the Twins' 4-2 victory over the Baltimore Orioles.

Ovechkin lifts Capitals past Predators (2008-03-19)
Alexander Ovechkin had a goal and two assists to lead the Washington Capitals to a 4-2 win over the Nashville Predators.

Judge orders horses returned to Somerset owner (2008-03-19)
A Somerset County judge has ordered the return of four horses seized from their owner during an animal neglect investigation.

Funeral held for Mount St. Mary's student (2008-03-18)
Loved ones mourned the passing of a Mount St. Mary's student during a funeral service Monday in Towson.

Rehoboth parking rate plan modified; vote expected next month (2008-03-18)
Rehoboth Beach commissioners have rejected a proposal to extend the parking meter season to the end of September. Mayor Sam Cooper says the proposal met with resistance from merchants who worried the extension would be bad for business in the popular offseason weeks in late September.

Federal judge to hear Capano appeal (2008-03-18)
A federal judge is scheduled today to hear appeal arguments in the case of Thomas Capano, the once prominent attorney convicted in 1999 of the murder of Anne Marie Fahey.

Dorchester to consider sand and gravel mining plan (2008-03-17)
Environmentalists are afraid that plans to mine sand and gravel will spoil a wetlands area in Dorchester County.

Sentencing today in bankruptcy fraud case (2008-03-17)
Former Student Finance Corporation chief executive Andrew Yao is scheduled to be sentenced today in Wilmington for his conviction on two counts of bankruptcy fraud.

Theater closed by ceiling collapse (2008-03-17)
The operators of Middletown's Everett Theatre have temporarily closed the building because parts of the ceiling collapsed over the weekend.

Crash near Cambridge kills woman, 86 (2008-03-17)
Maryland State Police say a Dorchester County woman was killed in a two vehicle crash near Cambridge.

Small plane crash kills cardiologist, son (2008-03-17)
Authorities say a cardiologist from Potomac, Md., and his 15-year-old son were killed when their small plane crashed moments after takeoff from Front Royal, Va.

Lowery, Turner, named to fill seats on DSU board (2008-03-17)
Gov. Ruth Ann Minner has filled two vacancies on the Delaware State University Board of Trustees.

OC mayor rejects proposal from volunteer chief (2008-03-14)
Ocean City Volunteer Fire Chief Chris Larmore and Mayor Rick Meehan have yet to find common ground on the future of fire and rescue services in the resort.

Suspect confesses to Pocomoke murder (2008-03-14)
Police in Worcester County say the suspect charged in the fatal stabbing of a 77-year-old Pocomoke City man admitted to the murder.

First GOP candidate for Del. governor enters race (2008-03-14)
A Republican has entered the race for Delaware governor by paying his $5,300 filing fee.

Loan fund proposed to assist Cambridge businesses (2008-03-14)
Businesses damaged in a January fire in Cambridge could benefit from a city loan fund.

Payton leads Orioles over Twins (2008-03-14)
Jay Payton hit an RBI double and scored a run to lead the Baltimore Orioles past the Minnesota Twins 3-1 today in a spring training game in Fort Lauderdale.

Butler scores 19 as Wizards beat Cavaliers 101-99 (2008-03-14)
Caron Butler returned to the Washington Wizards lineup after a 16-game injury absence to score 19 points in a 101-99 victory over the Cleveland Cavaliers on Thursday night.

Employees trap shoplifter in trash bin (2008-03-14)
Annapolis police say a shoplifter was trapped in a trash bin by employees of a store he allegedly robbed moments before.

First GOP candidate for Del. governor enters race (2008-03-14)
A Republican has entered the race for Delaware governor by paying his $5,300 filing fee.

Teachers union board could weigh-in on slots (2008-03-14)
The state teachers union board could take a vote today on whether to support a November referendum that would legalize slot machines.

Wicomico school board names new superintendent (2008-03-13)
The Wicomico County Board of Education announced this morning that it has appointed Dr. John Fredericksen as the new Superintendent of schools for the county, effective July 1st.

Va. handshake deal on budget sets up final vote (2008-03-13)
A final vote is expected today on a new two-year Virginia budget of more than 77 billion dollars.

Nationals beat Tommy Lasorda's Dodgers 10-4 (2008-03-13)
Washington's Mike O'Connor pitched five hitless innings and the Nationals beat the split-squad Dodgers 10-4 Wednesday.

Rhode Island man named Salisbury Zoo director (2008-03-13)
A Rhode Island man who designs zoo exhibits has been named director of the Salisbury Zoo.

Resort fire volunteers offer counterproposal (2008-03-13)
The Ocean City Volunteer Fire Company has a counterproposal for Mayor Rick Meehan.

Mets 6, Orioles 2 (2008-03-13)
Oliver Perez was sharp in the New York Mets' 6-2 victory over the Baltimore Orioles, allowing one run and three hits in four innings.

Md. bill stiffens penalty for giving alcohol to minors (2008-03-13)
Adults who give alcohol to people under 21 could face higher fines, but no jail time, under a proposal the Maryland Senate approved unanimously.

Florida A&M defeats UMES in MEAC tournament (2008-03-13)
Lamar Twitty scored 19 points and grabbed 11 rebounds to lead Florida A&M to a 70-61 victory over the University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES) in the first round of the Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference tournament.

Arrest made in slaying of elderly Pocomoke City man (2008-03-13)
The Worcester County Bureau of Investigation has made an arrest in the murder of a 77-year-old Pocomoke City man.

Wizards win 105-97 over Bucks (2008-03-12)
Antawn Jamison scored 23 points and rookie Nick Young had a career-high 22 as the Washington Wizards rallied in the fourth quarter for a 105-97 win over the Milwaukee Bucks.

Md. to move ahead with trans fat ban study (2008-03-12)
A potential ban on trans fats in restaurants is closer to study in Maryland.

OC boardwalk project to expand (2008-03-12)
What started as a plan to upgrade a Boardwalk comfort station in Ocean City has turned into a broader plan that also creates a plaza and a concert stage.

Safety issues snags Va. budget talks (2008-03-12)
House and Senate budget negotiators are expected to resume talks today. Legislators voted yesterday to stretch their already extended session until tomorrow.

Del. police chiefs support mandatory sentencing (2008-03-12)
State lawmakers are considering getting rid of mandatory sentences for some drug crimes, despite the objections of police officials.

Accounting firm to probe landfill theft (2008-03-12)
Wicomico County is hiring a forensic accounting firm from Baltimore County to further probe the thefts of diesel fuel, truck tires and automotive parts at the county landfill.

Md. high court throws out GOP lawsuit (2008-03-12)
A Republican attempt to overturn taxes approved during last year's special session has failed.

Orioles have 10-inning tie with Cardinals (2008-03-12)
Considering the trouble he created, Daniel Cabrera had a successful outing.

Telemarketer's caller ID invokes old hit song (2008-03-11)
A telemarketer, who is either a music lover or has a sense of humor, has been ringing phones in Delaware but the people getting the calls at all hours aren't very amused.

Snow Hill considers borrowing to build sewage plant (2008-03-11)
The town of Snow Hill is considering borrowing several million dollars to build a new sewage treatment plant, clearing the chief obstacle to the stalled Summerfield development plan.

Deputy to go to trial in child sex abuse case (2008-03-11)
A former Wicomico County sheriff's deputy is scheduled today to go on trial on child sex abuse charges.

Second text message ban fails in Maryland (2008-03-11)
A legislative committee has rejected a second attempt to make it a crime to send text messages or type on a BlackBerry while driving.

Verlander unscored on in 8 innings during spring training (2008-03-11)
Justin Verlander threw three scoreless innings for the Detroit Tigers, striking out three and walking none in a 4-3 victory over the Washington Nationals.

Wicomico board to approve superintendent appt. (2008-03-11)
The Wicomico County school board has scheduled a special meeting for this Thursday to approve the appointment of a new superintendent of schools.

Awards honor NFL's most courageous players (2008-03-11)
A player from each of the NFL's 32 teams will be honored tonight in Baltimore at the 30th annual Ed Block Courage Awards.

Salisbury makes offer to zoo director candidate (2008-03-11)
Salisbury officials say the search for a new city zoo director could be over. City Administrator John Pick says officials have made a conditional offer to an applicant.

Park perfect for 3 innings, helps Dodgers beat Orioles 7-4 (2008-03-11)
Chan Ho Park pitched three perfect innings to keep his ERA spotless and lead the Los Angeles Dodgers past the Baltimore Orioles 7-4.

Police search for 4th suspect in Princess Anne slaying (2008-03-10)
Princess Anne police have charged three men in the town's first homicide in two years, but they're looking for a fourth man they believe was also involved.

Rural broadband initiative tangled in red tape (2008-03-10)
A $10 million plan to bring cheaper high-speed Internet access to rural parts of Maryland is on hold because of a bureaucratic dispute.

Chicken house gets new life as baseball home (2008-03-10)
A popular baseball practice site in Salisbury brings new meaning to the words "farm system." Aspiring baseball and softball stars are holding off-season practice sessions in a converted chicken house.

Eastern Shore Focus - Show # 44: Local Novelist Talks about Shore's Past (Pt. 2) (2008-03-10)
In Part 2 of this program, we'll continue our discussion about the complicated history of race on Delmarva and the rest of the country, as seen through the eyes of local novelist and UMES English Professor, Mignon Holland Anderson.

Death of Pocomoke City man, 77, ruled homicide (2008-03-10)
The Worcester County Bureau of Investigation has ruled the death of a 77-year-old man a homicide.

Man charged in Ocean City hit-and-run crash (2008-03-10)
Maryland State Police say a Berlin man was arrested and charged after a hit-and-run crash in Ocean City.

Mardela Springs man shot in home robbery (2008-03-07)
WBOC reports that police are looking for three suspects involved in an early Thursday home-invasion robbery that left one man shot in Mardela Springs.

Possible tuberculosis case at Towson University (2008-03-07)
The Baltimore County Health Department says a student attending Towson University may be infected with tuberculosis.

Divers find body of man who disappeared in pond (2008-03-07)
Dive teams have found the body of a 27-year-old Millsboro man who disappeared when a canoe capsized Wednesday on Ingram Pond.

New occupant of former Icelandic plant begins hiring in Cambridge (2008-03-07)
The site of the former Icelandic seafood plant in Cambridge is now the new home of Foodswing.

Work to remove bridge embankments set for April (2008-03-07)
The Delaware Department of Transportation says workers will soon be removing the approaches for the scrapped Indian River Inlet Bridge project.

Probable cause found for charges in alleged rape of girl, 12 (2008-03-07)
A judge in Caroline County has found probable cause for charges against five teenagers in the alleged rape of a 12-year-old Preston girl in Federalsburg. The preliminary hearing for the five boys was held Thursday.

Gun scare prompts high school lockdown in Winchester (2008-03-07)
Handley High School in Winchester went into lockdown for over two hours while police searched for a student said to have a gun.

Oysters and rockfish up for discussion by Md. officials (2008-03-06)
Oysters and rockfish are on the agenda tonight when Maryland fisheries officials meet with watermen.

Maryland looking at statewide plastic bag ban (2008-03-06)
Plastic shopping bags could be banned in Maryland under a bill up for debate today in a House committee.

Maryland awaits tax forecast (2008-03-06)
Maryland politicians are waiting nervously for news today about state tax receipts.

Former Gov. Schaefer treated at hospital after fall (2008-03-06)
A hospital spokeswoman says former Governor William Donald Schaefer was treated and released from a Glen Burnie hospital today after injuring his nose in a fall.

Wilmington man arrested in cigarette tax scheme (2008-03-05)
A 51-year-old Wilmington man is under arrest for allegedly trafficking cigarettes.

Former Navy SEAL pleads guilty to explosives, firearms charges (2008-03-05)
A former Navy SEAL faces up to 20 years in prison after pleading guilty to charges related to a stockpile of weapons and steroids found in his Suffolk home last year.

21 prison guards linked in contraband scheme (2008-03-05)
Attorneys representing two prison inmates accused of killing a state corrections officer are seeking personnel and disciplinary records for 21 prison guards implicated by state police in corrupt activities.

Four dolphins stranded on Eastern Shore put down (2008-03-05)
Virginia Aquarium officials say four dolphins stranded on Virginia's Eastern Shore have been euthanized.

More complaints about trespassing on farms (2008-03-05)
Some Delaware farmers say too many people are illegally using their land for poaching or four-wheeling.

Suspended Wesley golf coach apologizes for scuffle (2008-03-05)
Wesley College golf coach Rick McCall has issued an apology for his involvement in a scuffle at Maple Dale Country Club.

U.S. DOT data: train accidents decline in Virginia (2008-03-05)
U.S. Department of Transportation data shows train accidents in Virginia have declined over the last three years.

Disney World Seeks to Recruit UMES Students (2008-03-04)
Recruiters from Disney Worldwide Services, Inc. were on the campus of the University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES) today and yesterday - looking for students who are interested in getting hands-on work and learning experience in a variety of career fields.

Worcester weighs tax break for amusement park (2008-03-04)
The Worcester County Commissioners are scheduled today to again consider whether to support property tax relief for an Ocean City amusement park.

Nationals set to unveil high-tech scoreboard (2008-03-04)
The Nationals are boasting that their new scoreboard will be among the biggest and best in baseball.

New marina opens in Cambridge (2008-03-04)
The new Heritage Harbor Marina is open in Cambridge. Dignitaries cut the ribbon Monday.

Md. Senate to begin debate on Chesapeake Fund (2008-03-04)
Maryland senators will begin debate today on how to spend 50 million dollars they've set aside to restore the Chesapeake Bay.

Man injured in shooting at Seaford mobile home park (2008-03-04)
Delaware State Police say a man walked up to a group of people standing around a bonfire last night and shot a Seaford man in the leg and hip.

Md. lawmakers take another look at text msg. ban (2008-03-04)
Maryland lawmakers are taking another look today at a proposal to ban text messaging while driving.

Coppin State too much for UMES (2008-03-03)
The University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES) Hawks Senior Day was spoiled by Coppin State University (CSU) as the men's basketball team fell 85-66 on Saturday night at the William P. Hytche Athletic Center.

Some OC employees earn nearly $30K in OT (2008-03-03)
A list compiled by Ocean City's Finance Department shows some town employees collected overtime last year in amounts up to 25 percent of their base salaries.

Aquarium to release harbor seal in OC (2008-03-03)
An injured harbor seal is headed back to the ocean this morning. The National Aquarium in Baltimore plans to release a harbor seal into the Atlantic Ocean in Ocean City.

O'Malley heads to water to tout zoning proposal (2008-03-03)
Governor Martin O'Malley is headed to the shore of the Chesapeake Bay this morning to promote his proposal to tighten state zoning laws that govern development close to the Chesapeake and tidal wetlands.

Dorchester considers what to do with crab waste (2008-03-03)
With another crab season looming, Dorchester County officials are studying how best to get rid of crab waste.

Death penalty proposals back before Md. lawmakers (2008-03-03)
One of the most divisive questions in Maryland politics returns to the legislature this week -- whether to abolish the death penalty.

Parsonsburg murder tied to Del. home invasion (2008-03-03)
Authorities in Delaware say a man found shot to death Friday morning in Parsonsburg, Md., was one of three men involved in a home invasion robbery Thursday in Harbeson, Del.

Eastern Shore Focus - Show # 43: Local Novelist Talks about Shore's Past (Pt. 1) (2008-02-29)
In this and the next program, we're going to discuss the topic of history and race on the Delmarva Peninsula in the not-to-distant past, as seen through the eyes of local novelist and UMES English Professor, Mignon Holland Anderson.

Third mistrial declared in Wicomico rape case (2008-02-29)
The retrial of a Fruitland man facing rape charges has ended in a mistrial.

Students evacuated as Salisbury dorm room burns (2008-02-29)
Salisbury firefighters say no one was injured during a fire at a Salisbury University dormitory.

Former Christina head, fired in Fla., hired by Edison (2008-02-29)
Former Christina School District Superintendent Joseph Wise has a new job.

Court filing: Witness said corrupt guards ordered officer's death (2008-02-29)
Attorneys representing one of two prison inmates charged with killing a corrections officer claim in court documents that an unidentified witness told police the murder was ordered by corrupt guards.

Tuskegee Airman visits DAFB (2008-02-29)
Dover Air Force Base marked Black History Month on Thursday with a reception for Dr. Granville Coggs, a former Tuskegee Airman.

Entrance fees planned for Delaware state parks (2008-02-28)
Delaware officials say visitors to state parks will now have to pay entrance fees. The state's Division of Parks and Recreation has now begun charging the fees earlier than in previous years.

Md. lawmakers vote for tougher child pornography penalties (2008-02-28)
Maryland lawmakers have voted to make possession of child pornography a felony, even as one of their former colleagues is under investigation for having such images on his computer.

Senator asks for ethics investigation into comptroller (2008-02-28)
A state senator wants an ethics investigation of Comptroller Peter Franchot.

Charter school principal, teacher will return to school (2008-02-28)
An Anne Arundel County principal falsely accused of making students do push-ups for punishment will return to his charter school.

Wicomico landfill investigation to widen (2008-02-27)
Wicomico County Sheriff Mike Lewis says a scandal at the county's landfill will grow this week to include more arrests.

Md. lawmakers reject text message driving ban (2008-02-27)
State lawmakers have rejected a bill would have allowed drivers to be fined $500 for reading, writing or sending text messages by phone or PDA while operating a car.

Officials confiscate cellphones in Md. prisons (2008-02-27)
Authorities continue to confiscate cell phones inside state prisons.

Rockets 94 Wizards 69 (2008-02-27)
The Houston Rockets rolled to their 13th consecutive victory, routing the Washington Wizards 94-69 just hours after learning Yao Ming would miss the rest of the season.

Capitals get Fedorov and Huet (2008-02-27)
The Capitals have made several deals as they try to make a push for the playoffs.

Md. lawmakers to consider special DUI tags (2008-02-27)
Maryland lawmakers will begin work today on a proposal to require special tags for people convicted of three cases of impaired driving.

Accused state's attorney also faces gun charge (2008-02-27)
The Ocean City Police Department says a criminal summons has been issued adding a handgun misdemeanor to the drunken driving charge lodged against Wicomico County State's Attorney Davis Ruark.

Delaware Troopers to begin use of Tasers (2008-02-27)
About 100 Delawre State Troopers will carry Tasers designed to offer an alternative to lethal force.

Comptroller to investigate video bingo machines (2008-02-26)
State Comptroller Peter Franchot's office is sending auditors to St. Mary's County to determine if video bingo machines in the county's bars and restaurants are in compliance with state law.

Onley man accused of DUI in bicyclist's death (2008-02-26)
Virginia State Police say a bicyclist was killed in a hit-and-run accident on the Eastern Shore.

Queen Anne's winner declines nomination (2008-02-26)
The top vote-getter in a Queen Anne's County's school board primary is declining the nomination.

Wizards 95, Hornets 92 (2008-02-26)
DeShawn Stevenson drained a 3-pointer at the buzzer to give the Washington Wizards a 95-92 win at New Orleans.

Wicomico State's Attorney faces DUI, gun charges (2008-02-26)
Police in Ocean City say that Wicomico County State's Attorney Davis Ruark had a blood-alcohol level nearly twice the legal limit and was carrying a loaded handgun when they arrested him Friday on drunken driving charges.

Salisbury man charged in bowling alley shooting (2008-02-26)
A Salisbury man is facing charges in gunplay outside a bowling alley.

Bethune-Cookman wins 73-60 over UMES (2008-02-26)
Dewayne Pettus scored a career-high 29 points and John Holmes scored 22 and grabbed 11 rebounds as Bethune-Cookman topped the University of Maryland Eastern Shore 73-60.

Dogfighting bill moves to Maryland House (2008-02-26)
Maryland's Senate has already voted to toughen penalties for people who attend illegal dogfights. Now the House of Delegates is moving ahead on a similar proposal.

Parking rates could rise in Rehoboth Beach (2008-02-25)
It could cost more this summer for tourists to park their cars in Rehoboth Beach.

Pelican could be removed from endangered list (2008-02-25)
Bald eagles have rebounded from near extinction and striped bass are back in the Chesapeake Bay. Now, federal officials would like to remove the brown pelican from its endangered-species list.

Teens charged in rape of girl, 12, at baseball park (2008-02-25)
Five Federalsburg boys are charged in the rape of a 12-year-old Preston girl at a baseball field.

Ruark taking time off after arrest (2008-02-25)
After a drunken driving arrest, Wicomico County State's Attorney Davis Ruark says he's taking time off, but he has no plans to step down.

Hawks Baseball Drop Opener To Rider, 9-1 (2008-02-25)
What was scheduled to be a double header on opening day for the University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES) turned into one seven inning game on Sunday, as the Hawks dropped a 9-1 decision to Rider University in the season opener for both teams.

Lady Hawks soar over FAMU with 74-54 win (2008-02-25)
The Lady Hawks beat Florida A&M on Sunday, 74-54, but the UMES men's team fell to FAMU.

Md. bill would make it crime to smoke with kids in car (2008-02-25)
It would be a crime to smoking in the car if kids are inside under a bill up for debate today in the Maryland legislature.

Work to build new Shore bridge set for late '09 (2008-02-25)
State Transportation Secretary John Porcari says work to build a new Dover bridge over the Choptank River is still expected to begin in November 2009.

Md. bill would make it crime to smoke with kids in car (2008-02-25)
A House committee has canceled a hearing today on a bill that would make it a crime to smoke in a car if kids are inside. A new hearing date has not been set.

School delays this morning (02/22/2008) (2008-02-22)
Click above to see a listing of delayed and/or closed school systems this morning.

Md. Senate passes child abuse bill (2008-02-22)
A bill that would make it a crime for some professionals if they fail to report evidence of child abuse has been passed by the Maryland Senate.

Outdoor Show opens tonight in Dorchester Co. (2008-02-22)
Dorchester County gets its a moment in the national spotlight tonight and tomorrow, when it hosts the annual National Outdoor Show.

UMES Holds Fifth Annual Prayer Breakfast (2008-02-22)
The University of Maryland Eastern Shore was the scene for the Fifth Annual Interfaith Prayer Breakfast, hosted by UMES President, Dr. Thelma B. Thompson.

Developer gets extension for Salisbury site plan (2008-02-22)
The Salisbury-Wicomico County Planning and Zoning Commission has granted the developer of the former Salisbury Mall site a one-year extension for the submission of a final site plan.

New store not technically adult business (2008-02-22)
The opening of the first store last summer on Church Street in Salisbury, led to approval last month of a 100-day moratorium on retail licenses for adult businesses. However, owner Ofir Bouzaglo was granted a license for the new store on Route 13 last week.

Ravens restructure Ogden deal (2008-02-22)
The Ravens have created more room under the salary cap by restructuring Jonathan Ogden's contract.

Va. House approves concealed gun measure (2008-02-22)
The firearms-friendly House of Delegates has passed legislation that could, if signed into law, result in more concealed handguns in restaurants, bars and vehicle glove compartments.

School delays and closures this morning (02/21/2008) (2008-02-21)
Click above to see a listing of delayed and/or closed school systems this morning.

Thrift store damaged in fire to reopen soon (2008-02-21)
A Cambridge thrift store damaged in the huge fire Jan. 15 on Race Street is expected to reopen in early March.

Md. Senate extends hate crime to homeless (2008-02-21)
The Maryland Senate has voted for a measure to expand protected groups under the state's hate crimes laws to include homeless people.

Dorchester weighs tax reduction for seniors (2008-02-21)
Members of the Dorchester County Council are considering possible tax relief for property owners who are at least 70 years old.

Carrier to end flights to Africa from BWI (2008-02-21)
North American Airlines is planning in May to end its flights to Africa from Baltimore-Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport.

Md. company buys Woodland Ferry (2008-02-21)
Delaware transportation officials say a Maryland company was the winning bidder in the Woodland Ferry auction.

Select a candidate... (2008-02-20)
By asking you a series of questions about major issues, Select A Candidate helps you learn which presidential candidates' views most closely align with your own. You can also learn more about the candidates and find out how your results compare with those of others who take the survey.

OC offers top position to volunteer fire chief (2008-02-20)
The Ocean City Town Council has reversed itself and has voted to formally offer Volunteer Fire Chief Chris Larmore a position as head of all fire services in the resort.

UMES Fitness Center aims to reduce obesity in Blacks (2008-02-20)
The UMES Health & Wellness Center is encouraging students, faculty and staff to shed pounds and adopt a healthier lifestyle through it's annual Biggest Winner program, as well as two other fitness programs being offered.

Tickets for Nationals opener to be sold by phone, on Web (2008-02-20)
Don't plan on standing in line to buy tickets for Opening Day at the Nationals new ballpark.

Hurlock man charged with assaulting woman (2008-02-20)
Delaware state police have charged a 29-year-old Maryland man with assaulting a Laurel woman as he drove her home.

O'Malley seeks crack down on mortage collectors (2008-02-20)
Maryland Governor Martin O'Malley says loan servicers need to improve customer service or face sanctions from state regulators.

Wrongful death suit filed in resort CO deaths (2008-02-20)
A Lebanon, Pa., woman whose husband and 10-year-old daughter were killed by a carbon monoxide leak at an Ocean City motel room has filed a wrongful death lawsuit against four companies.

Juveniles charged with arson in West OC (2008-02-20)
The Worcester County Fire Marshal's Office says three juveniles have been charged with setting a fire at a West Ocean City house last week.

Knicks sets record in 113-100 win over Wizards (2008-02-20)
Zach Randolph scored 24 points and had 10 rebounds as the New York Knicks pulled out a 113-100 win at Washington.

Windy, dry weather make conditions ripe for fire (2008-02-19)
The National Weather Service is warning that weather conditions today will increase the danger of wildfires.

Md. Gov. to announce plan to stem foreclosures (2008-02-19)
A plan to stem Maryland's foreclosure trend is on the legislative menu for Governor Martin O'Malley. The governor plans to brief reporters today on his plans to address the state's rising number of foreclosures.

Lady Hawks soar, but men's team falls to NSU (2008-02-19)
Monday night spelled a 84-65 win for the UMES Lady Hawks, but the men's basketball team fell to Norfolk State University, 68-61.

AAA urges crackdown on illegal street racing (2008-02-19)
AAA Mid-Atlantic is urging area law enforcement agencies to crack down on illegal street races like the one in Accokeek in which eight people were killed this weekend.

Allen man spots seal along Wicomico Creek (2008-02-19)
An Allen resident was surprised Sunday to seal a 50-pound gray seal sunning itself Sunday along the edge of the Wicomico Creek, but experts say seal visits are not uncommon in the area.

Local Philanthropist Dies at Age 78 (2008-02-19)
Richard Hazel, a local philanthropist and civic leader, died late Saturday at his home in Eden, Maryland from complications of Alzheimer's disease. He was 78.

Deputy accused of Tasing teen against orders (2008-02-18)
The Queen Anne's County Sheriff's Office says a deputy has been reassigned to internal duties while authorities investigate allegations he fired a Taser at a Kent Island High School basketball player after being told twice by a senior officer not to fire.

Bethany Beach passes smoking ban (2008-02-18)
The Bethany Beach Town Council voted five-to-one to ban smoking on the beach, the boardwalk and in municipal parks for most of the year.

One Tops Two as NCAT Rolls Over UMES, 105-79 (2008-02-18)
The top seeded Lady Aggies of North Carolina A&T State University (NCAT) topped the second place Lady Hawks of the University if Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES) 105-79 in a high-scoring Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference (MEAC) battle on Saturday afternoon.

SUV crashes into Bay Bridge Toll Plaza (2008-02-18)
Maryland Transportation Authority Police say three people were injured in a crash at the Bay Bridge Toll Plaza.

Investigators say Delaware bridges are safe (2008-02-18)
Officials with the Delaware Department of Transportation say the state's bridges are safe.

Md. lawmakers consider proposed state symbols (2008-02-18)
Soybeans and walking are under consideration this week as Maryland lawmakers sort through several proposals to expand official state symbols.

Friends, family memorialize racing fans killed (2008-02-18)
Relatives and friends of the eight street-racing fans killed on Indian Head Highway in Accokeek returned to the crash site today to erect memorials of flowers, crosses and candles.

Ray throwing in Fla., eyes August comeback (2008-02-18)
Orioles closer Chris Ray says his arm is feeling better than it has in a long time.

Investigators say Delaware bridges are safe (2008-02-18)
Officials with the Delaware Department of Transportation say the state's bridges are safe.

Oceans eyed as new energy source (2008-02-15)
Just 15 miles off Florida's coast, the world's most powerful sustained ocean current the mighty Gulf Stream rushes by at nearly 8.5 billion gallons per second. And it never stops.

OC Route 50 bridge to reopen today (2008-02-15)
The Daily Times reports this morning that Ocean City's Route 50 bridge will open ahead of schedule by 10 a.m. today.

Oil barge freed in Nanticoke River (2008-02-15)
The U.S. Coast Guard says an oil barge that ran aground in the Nanticoke River was freed after a third of its load was pumped to another barge.

Bethany council expected to vote on smoking ban (2008-02-15)
The Bethany Beach Town Council is expected tonight to vote on an ordinance that would ban smoking on the beach, the boardwalk and in municipal parks.

Orioles' new pitching coach getting acquainted with young staff (2008-02-15)
If the Florida Marlins had been a bit more patient, Rick Kranitz would be in charge of preparing their retooled pitching staff for the 2008 season.

Gilchrest concession: Will he or won't he? (2008-02-15)
Congressman Wayne Gilchrest's campaign apparently is so peeved about post-primary victory comments by Andy Harris' campaign manager, Chris Meekins, that the congressman hasn't made the customary concession call yet.

Town ponders posse of pedestrian poultry (2008-02-15)
Residents of Henderson have the answer to the age-old riddle about why the chicken crossed the road - to get to the post office.

Smoking ban raises few complaints in Maryland so far (2008-02-15)
Maryland's statewide smoking ban is two weeks old. And so far, health authorities say it's gone smoothly.

School delays this morning (02/14/2008) (2008-02-14)
Click above to see a listing of closed and delayed school systems this morning.

OC bridge to reopen on Friday (2008-02-14)
The State Highway Administration says the closed Route 50 bridge in Ocean City will reopen by noon Friday.

Suspects indicted in slaying of Pocomoke City woman (2008-02-14)
A Worcester County grand jury has indicted the three suspects arrested in the murder of a nursing assistant from Pocomoke City.

Larmore: O.C. volunteers will move out of the resort (2008-02-14)
Ocean City Volunteer Fire Company Chief Chris Larmore says the volunteers are planning to move outside the town limits because he was not chosen by the town's elected leaders to head all firefighting operations for the resort.

Queen Anne winner of primary wants to drop out (2008-02-14)
Election officials in Queen Anne's County are looking at law books to try to unravel a fluky finish in the county's first-ever vote for school board members.

Trembley enjoys driver's seat in first camp as Os manager (2008-02-14)
After spending 20 years as a minor league manager, Dave Trembley finally made it to the big leagues last spring as Baltimore's bullpen coach. Then, on June 18th, he became interim manager after the Orioles fired Sam Perlozzo.

Bike Week events to move from Ocean Downs (2008-02-14)
The next Delmarva Bike Week will have a different look and should be quieter for residents of Berlin.

Several gay union proposals up for Md. debate (2008-02-14)
A gay marriage debate begins later today in the Maryland legislature.

Obama, McCain triumphs first Potomac Primary (2008-02-13)
A clean sweep for Barack Obama and John McCain in the first so-called Potomac Primary.

OC Council rejects chief appointment (2008-02-13)
The Ocean City Town Council has rejected a motion that would have temporarily elevated Ocean City Volunteer Fire Company Chris Larmore to chief of the entire fire service, a position overseeing salaried emergency responders.

Troopers Investigating Somerset Hit & Run (2008-02-13)
Maryland State Police are investigating a hit and run accident that occurred yesterday afternoon on the southbound side of Route 13, just north of Peggy Neck Road.

Phillies to sign deal soon for former Orioles pitcher (2008-02-13)
The agent for former Baltimore Orioles pitcher Kris Benson says they may reach a deal with the Phillies in the next 36 hours.

Reps. Gilchrest, Wynn lose seats in Maryland primary (2008-02-13)
Incumbent representatives Albert Wynn and Wayne Gilchrest lost their seats yesterday as primary challengers captured the party's nominations.

Eastern Shore Focus - Show # 42: UMES Gets PGA Accreditation (2008-02-13)
In an effort to expand interest in the business side of golfing for young people, the PGA of America, last month named the University of Maryland Eastern Shore as the 20th university - and the first Historically Black College - to be accredited for a Professional Golf Management Program.

Salisbury man sentenced in fatal stabbing (2008-02-13)
A Salisbury man has been ordered to serve 30 years behind bars for a fatal stabbing.

Denton man gets life sentence for rape of 64-year-old (2008-02-13)
A Caroline County man has been sentenced to two life sentences for the rape of a 64-year-old woman in a public restroom at a Denton park.

Salisbury council approves amended police budget (2008-02-12)
The Salisbury City Council has approved a budget amendment adding $104,000 to this year's allocation for the city police department.

Probable cause found for Cambridge murders (2008-02-12)
A Dorchester County judge has found probable cause for murder and arson charges against one of the two suspects arrested in the death of a Cambridge man.

Ocean City hotel worker convicted in theft (2008-02-12)
A former worker at an Ocean City hotel has been found guilty by a judge of stealing nearly $50,000 in a staged robbery at her workplace, then lying to police.

Hearing tonight on Shore Transit proposals (2008-02-12)
A public hearing is set for tonight in Salisbury on proposals by Shore Transit to either reduce service on some routes or raise fares for all riders.

Michelle Obama addresses crowd at UMES (2008-02-12)
Michelle Obama, the wife of Illinois Senator - and Democratic presidential candidate Barack Obama - addressed a crowd of almost 1200 people yesterday, on the campus of the University of Maryland Eastern Shore.

Marylanders head to polls today (2008-02-12)
Politicians have their eyes on the sky today as Marylanders head to polls for a presidential primary vote that could be dampened by rain and snow.

Suspects in Cambridge fire death to appear in court (2008-02-11)
The suspects charged in the death of a Cambridge man are scheduled to appear this morning in Dorchester County District Court.

Obama, McCain lead going into Md., Va. primaries (2008-02-11)
A Mason-Dixon poll shows that Barack Obama and John McCain are the favorites of likely voters in Maryland and Virginia's presidential primaries on Tuesday.

Michelle Obama to Speak at UMES (2008-02-11)
Michelle Obama, wife of U.S. Senator Barack Obama will be speaking on the campus of the University of Maryland Eastern Shore at 12 noon today, in the Ella Fitzgerald Center for the Performing Arts.

Bill would raise school attendance age to 18 (2008-02-11)
A new report says the state could sharply reduce high school dropout rates by requiring students to remain in school until they turn 18, but it would cost $200 million a year and add to shortages of classroom space and teachers.

Kaine declares state of emergency to help battle fires (2008-02-11)
Governor Timothy Kaine has declared a state of emergency in Virginia and activated the Virginia National Guard to be available to help battle wildfires that have broken out in several areas across the state and are being fueled by heavy winds.

Authorities probe death of Hurlock infant (2008-02-11)
Authorities in Dorchester County are investigating the death of an infant who was found unresponsive on Saturday morning.

Ammonia leak poultry plant sends 17 to hospital (2008-02-08)
Sussex County Emergency officials say 17 people were taken to hospitals after an ammonia leak at the Mountaire Farms poultry processing plant in Selbyville.

Man to be freed 12 years after OC murder (2008-02-08)
A man sentenced to a 15-year term for killing a Pennsylvania teenager near Ocean City, Md., in June 1995 is scheduled to be released from prison today -- more than three years early -- because of good behavior and education credits.

Searchers to use sonar device to find boy in river (2008-02-08)
The Baltimore Fire Department says a high-tech sonar device will be used today in the search for a 3-year-old boy believed thrown into the Patapsco River from the Key Bridge.

Sensata to move jobs out of Cambridge (2008-02-08)
Sensata Technologies Power Controls is moving manufacturing out of Cambridge to the company's location in Matamoros, Mexico.

Fortune telling banned in Caroline in old Md. law (2008-02-08)
Caroline County commissioners have decided against resurrecting an old law banning fortune telling in the county. The state law was passed so long ago that no one remembered it.

UMES Gets PGA Accreditation (2008-02-08)
In an effort to expand interest in the business side of golfing for young people, the PGA of America, last month named the University of Maryland Eastern Shore as the 20th university - and the first Historically Black College - to be accredited for a Professional Golf Management Program.

Cabrera signs one-year contracts with Orioles (2008-02-08)
Daniel Cabrera has agreed to a one-year contract with the Baltimore Orioles, avoiding arbitration.

Md. prepping for unusual turn in national political spotlight (2008-02-07)
Now that Super Tuesday is over, Maryland is getting its turn in the national spotlight.

Police, prosecutors, discussing charges against father (2008-02-07)
There's still no sign of 3-year-old Turner Jordan Nelson, the Baltimore boy believed thrown from the Francis Scott Key Bridge into the Patapsco River.

Board continues deliberations about proposed Muslim retreat (2008-02-07)
There will be more deliberations and a possible decision tonight by the Walkersville Board of Zoning Appeals on the request by a Muslim group to use local farmland for a recreational and worship center.

More personnel decisions at agency in aftermath of girl's death (2008-02-07)
Maryland Department of Human Resources Secretary Brenda Donald has terminated two more caseworkers and disciplined a supervisor because of the death of a Baltimore girl whose mother had repeated contacts with more than a dozen social service employees.

Snyder weighs decision on new coach (2008-02-06)
Redskins owner Dan Snyder plans to huddle with his brain trust late today with the hope of choosing a head coach.

Worcester backs tax credits for Trimpers (2008-02-06)
The Worcester County Commissioners are on record in support of draft legislation granting tax relief to Trimper's Rides and Amusements, which has operated for generations on the Ocean City boardwalk.

Somerset Investigators Nab Suspect in Westover Burglars (2008-02-06)
The Somerset Bureau of Investigation is reporting that they've arrested and charged 29-year-old Adam Douglas Lowe, of Westover in connection with a large number of burglaries and thefts in the county.

Va. voters show up week early at polls (2008-02-06)
Oooops. People showed up at polling places across Virginia yesterday expecting to vote in presidential primaries that are still a week away.

Obama wins Delaware's Democratic primary (2008-02-06)
Illinois Senator Barack Obama has defeated New York Senator Hillary Clinton in today's Democratic primary in Delaware. With 92 percent of the state's precincts reporting, Obama has 46,093 votes, or 52 percent, compared with Hillary Clinton's 37,741 or 43 percent.

McCain wins Delaware GOP primary (2008-02-06)
Arizona Senator John McCain has won Delaware's Republican primary, beating former Massachusetts governor Mitt Romney. With 92 percent of the state's precincts reporting, McCain has 21,390 votes, or 45 percent, compared with Romney's 15,435, or 32 percent.

Somerset runway extension project rejected (2008-02-06)
The Somerset County Commissioners have rejected a proposal to extend the runway at the Crisfield-Somerset County Airport.

OC mulls allowing fraternal groups to have slots (2008-02-05)
Ocean City Town Council members are getting behind a proposal to allow slot machines at fraternal organizations.

Wizards hope to avoid fourth consecutive loss (2008-02-05)
Coach Eddie Jordan is hoping for a better performance from the Wizards as they look to avoid a four-game losing streak.

Woman charged with ramming husband's vehicle (2008-02-05)
Maryland state police have charged a Pocomoke City woman with ramming her husband's vehicle, sending it off the road.

Delaware scraps plan to study U.S. 113 bypass (2008-02-05)
Community opposition has killed the state's plans to look at construction of a U.S. Route 113 bypass for the Milford and Lincoln areas.

Man accused of firing at repo agent (2008-02-05)
A Preston man is behind bars on charges he fired several times at a repossession agent.

Cambridge woman gets 25 years for husband's death (2008-02-05)
A Cambridge woman has been ordered to serve 25 years in prison for the fatal beating of her husband.

Talbot voters received erroneous information (2008-02-05)
Officials at the Talbot County Board of Elections are apologizing for the confusion they caused when they mailed sample ballots Friday ahead of next Tuesday's Maryland primary election.

Still no official word on Bedard trade (2008-02-05)
Orioles president Andy MacPhail says when, and if, the team has anything to announce it will be announced as quickly as possible.

Va. Senate considers barring early execution dates (2008-02-04)
The General Assembly is considering legislation that would bar the state from setting an execution date for people convicted of the death penalty until the U.S. Supreme Court rules on any appeals on the merits of their cases.

Teens charged with stealing ATVs (2008-02-04)
Three teenagers have been charged in the thefts of all terrain vehicles from three different locations in Harrington and Magnolia.

Md. to announce 2007 crab harvest totals (2008-02-04)
The blue crab harvest from last year in Maryland will be announced this morning -- and there are indications the numbers may not look good.

Environmental group sues for access to farm records (2008-02-04)
A water protection group is suing Maryland officials to open records on pollutants coming from state farms.

Ethanol plant could use treated sewer water (2008-02-04)
The company hoping to build an ethanol plant in Somerset County may be able get most of the water it needs without tapping groundwater supplies.

Police check report of child thrown from Md. bridge (2008-02-04)
Helicopters and boats have been scouring the surface of the Patapsco River following a report that an adult threw a child off the Francis Scott Key Bridge.

Redskins to talk to Giants' Spagnuolo on Tuesday (2008-02-04)
The Washington Redskins are entering the final stage of their coaching search and tentatively plan to interview New York Giants defensive coordinator Steve Spagnuolo on Tuesday.

Lady Hawks win 95-80 over MSU, Hawks fall 67-52 (2008-02-04)
The UMES Lady Hawks basketball team capitalized on an impressive shooting effort in route to a 95-80 win over Morgan State University (MSU), but it was different story for the men's team.

Barack Obama expected to campaign in Wilmington on Sunday (2008-02-02)
Democratic presidential hopeful Barack Obama is scheduled to appear in Wilmington this weekend.

WYPR cancels popular Mark Steiner Show (2008-02-02)
The Mark Steiner talk show, a Baltimore mainstay for many years, has been canceled.

Author to address UMES forum on depression (2008-02-01)
Author John Head talks about the realities of depression for the many black men who suffer from it, and yet never seek treatment for it.

Eastern Shore Focus - Show # 41: Depression and the Geography of Bliss (2008-02-01)
In today's program, we're going to examine both the depths of despair and depression, and the geography of happiness and bliss. Both topics represent extreme ends of the spectrum of emotions that are part of the human experience.

O'Malley to tour Cambridge fire site (2008-01-31)
Gov. Martin O'Malley is expected to visit Cambridge on Saturday to survey the damage from the Jan. 15 fire along Race Street and to discuss state assistance with the recovery effort.

Raptors use big second quarter, 3-point barrage to beat Wizards (2008-01-31)
One night after squeaking by the Toronto Raptors in overtime, the Wizards fell flat in the rematch north of the border.

Ravens hire Rosburg to coach special teams (2008-01-31)
The Baltimore Ravens hired Jerry Rosburg as special teams coach Wednesday, a move that provides veteran leadership on a unit that is particularly meaningful to new head coach John Harbaugh.

Del. bill makes drivers automatic organ donors (2008-01-31)
Legislation pending in the state capital would automatically make Delaware residents organ donors, unless they choose to opt out.

Salisbury man surrenders after hour of negotiations (2008-01-31)
A Salisbury man is now in custody after a peaceful ending to a three-hour standoff with police on Mount Hermon Church Road that occurred on Wednesday afternoon.

Va. animal fighting bill clears 2nd panel, sent to 3rd (2008-01-31)
If legislation toughening Virginia's laws against animal fighting makes it to the Senate floor, it will have the blessing of at least three committees.

Last day for smoking in Md. bars (2008-01-31)
It's last call tonight for smoking in bars and restaurants in Maryland. The state's smoking ban takes effect at midnight.

Police arrest two accused of passing phony bills (2008-01-31)
Princess Anne police say they've made two arrests in a counterfeiting investigation.

Lecturer addresses black entrepreneurship (2008-01-30)
"Black Entrepreneurship and Institution Building," the topic of the annual Black History Month Lecture at the University of Maryland Eastern Shore, will be addressed on Thursday, February 28, at 7 p.m. in the Student Services Center Theater.

Delmarva Power to give away light bulbs (2008-01-30)
Delmarva Power representatives will be handing out free compact fluorescent light bulbs from 12 noon to 2 p-m on Thursday, at the Wicomico Public Library.

Malarial vaccine shows promising results (2008-01-29)
Researchers at the University of Maryland's School of Medicine and the University of Bamako in Mali, report that a new vaccine developed for the fight against malaria is showing promising results.

State officials discuss help for Cambridge (2008-01-29)
Representatives of four state agencies are looking at how to help Cambridge recover from the Race Street fire.

Lady Hawks Soar, Men's Team Falters at B-C U (2008-01-29)
The University of Maryland Eastern Shore Lady Hawks used a balanced attack to cruise past Bethune-Cookman University, 77-51, on Monday at Daytona Beach, Florida.

UMES Small Farm Project Offers Workshop (2008-01-29)
The Maryland Cooperative Extension at the University of Maryland Eastern Shore is hosting a workshop as part of the Small Farm Project on Saturday, February 9, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the swine building on the campus.

Phone call will get Del. school closing news (2008-01-29)
Delaware school officials say parents can now use their telephone to find out if their child's school is canceled without waiting to hear weather closings on the radio or TV.

Official to discuss improvements at Queen Anne's intersection (2008-01-29)
A top state official is scheduled to meet Feb. 5 with the Queen Anne's County Commissioners to discuss safety improvements at several intersections.

Salisbury to join SHA in water rerouting project (2008-01-29)
The Salisbury City Council has voted to join the State Highway Administration in a project to reroute excess water from the flood prone Camden neighborhood near U.S.

MacPhail: No agreement with Mariners on Bedard trade (2008-01-29)
Erik Bedard is still a member of the Baltimore Orioles, although there are signs the left-hander might soon be headed to the Seattle Mariners.

Ground broken for new visitor center at Assateague (2008-01-29)
Construction is beginning on the new visitor center at Assateague Island National Seashore.

Ravens rehire, promote defensive coach Rex Ryan (2008-01-29)
Rex Ryan would have preferred to be a head coach. Instead, he got the second-best thing: His old job, a new title and more responsibility.

Carney, Markell, meet on public access show (2008-01-28)
The two prominent Delaware Democrats vying for the party's nomination for governor met face-to-face Sunday for their first debate of the campaign.

Sister of detainee who died in jail files suit (2008-01-28)
The Hampton Roads Regional Jail is being sued by the sister of an immigration detainee who died at the jail in 2005.

Dover shelter faces code problems, could be forced to move (2008-01-28)
The Dover Planning Commission has put the operators of a homeless shelter on notice.

Bush to visit program helping prisoners return to communities (2008-01-28)
President Bush plans a visit Tuesday to a faith-based program aimed at stabilizing the lives of former inmates in Baltimore and helping them return to their communities.

Md. scientists checking Chesapeake for crab survey (2008-01-28)
It's time for Maryland's crab survey, and scientists from the Department of Natural Resources are headed out today from Dorchester County to work on the annual estimate of the Chesapeake Bay's crab population.

New strain of horse virus appears in Delaware (2008-01-28)
State veterinarian Dr. Sara Busch says a horse at a farm in the Felton-Frederica area had to be euthanized last week after it contracted a new strain of equine herpes virus.

DC, Maryland and Virginia seek influence in presidential race (2008-01-28)
Virginia, the District of Columbia and Maryland are joining forces in hopes of becoming players in the selection of Democratic and Republican presidential nominees.

Perdue recalls chicken breasts due to undeclared ingredient (2008-01-28)
Perdue Farms -- in cooperation with the federal Department of Agriculture -- has voluntarily recalled some shipments of chicken breasts that did not list milk among the ingredients.

School closures & delays for 01/25/2008 (2008-01-25)
Click above to see a listing of school system delays and closures this morning.

Man convicted in fatal stabbing outside Cambridge bar (2008-01-25)
A Dorchester County jury has convicted a Hyattsville man in a fatal stabbing that happened during a Cambridge street fight.

Wanted Salisbury man arrested after chase (2008-01-25)
Salisbury police say they've captured a suspect on Wednesday night, who was wanted on several outstanding warrants, after a routine patrol of the area around Hill and Fitzwater Streets.

Third man charged in death of Pocomoke City woman (2008-01-25)
A third person is facing criminal charges in the murder of a Pocomoke City woman.

Serious crime down nearly 8 percent in Ocean City (2008-01-25)
The annual report from the Ocean City Police Department shows it handled more calls for service last year but serious crime in the resort fell nearly 8 percent.

Suspense, speculation will only grow as Snyder mulls candidates (2008-01-25)
The search by the Redskins to find a replacement for head coach Joe Gibbs could go on for awhile.

Early school closures for 01/24/2008 (2008-01-24)
Click above to see a listing of early school closures.

Thousands of 17-year-olds able to vote in primary (2008-01-24)
Election officials say more than 11,000 17-year-olds have registered to vote in Maryland.

Early school closures (01/24/2008) (2008-01-24)
Due to changing weather conditions Talbot County Public Schools will be closing one (1) hour early today. Talbot County will be implementing the early dismissal bus schedule.

Virginia Senate passes bill toughening seat belt law (2008-01-24)
Legislation to allow police to stop and ticket drivers for not wearing a seat belt has passed the Virginia Senate.

Cavs shred Wizards 121-85 (2008-01-24)
The Wizards played perhaps their worst game of the season in a 121-85 loss to the Cleveland Cavaliers.

Barnett scores 21 to lead Dartmouth 86-82 over UMES (2008-01-24)
Alex Barnett scored 21 points to lead four players in double figures as Dartmouth beat Maryland-Eastern Shore 86-62.

Three competing for Indian River Inlet bridge contract (2008-01-24)
The Delaware Department of Transportation says it has narrowed the field of design firms for the Indian River Inlet Bridge project to three.

Delmar, Md., man charged in September fatal accident (2008-01-24)
Delaware State Police have made an arrest in connection with a fatal accident west of Selbyville.

Salisbury woman held after knife assault (2008-01-24)
A 24-year-old Salisbury woman faces assault charges after she allegedly cut a man's throat near South Division Street last night, according to police.

Ocean City restaurant manager arrested in theft case (2008-01-24)
Police have arrested an Ocean City restaurant manager who is accused of stealing tens of thousands of dollars from his business.

Developer to restore Cambridge building (2008-01-24)
Cambridge developer Brett Summers has reached an agreement to buy a historic building that was heavily damaged during a huge fire Jan. 15.

Man dies in crash on icy road in Queen Anne's (2008-01-24)
Maryland State Police say a Centreville man was killed in a crash on an icy road in Queen Anne's County.

Two charged in death of woman near Pocomoke City (2008-01-24)
The Worcester County Sheriff's Office says two men have been arrested in the murder of a woman found near Pocomoke City.

School delays this morning (01/23/2008) (2008-01-23)
Click above to see a listing of delayed school systems this morning.

Panel says overfishing is hurting the Chesapeake's blue crabs (2008-01-23)
A report by a panel of scientists says the Chesapeake Bay's blue crab population has been declining largely because of overfishing.

O'Malley cites crime-fighting, fiscal responsibility in speech (2008-01-23)
Governor Martin O'Malley says fiscal responsibility and investing in education and public safety are the keys to keeping the state strong during a national economic downturn.

Md. senator proposes no-phosphorus lawn fertilizer (2008-01-23)
One Maryland senator wants to take phosphorus out of most lawn fertilizers. Democratic Senator Brian Frosh of Montgomery County has proposed a bill to require Marylanders to use no-phosphorus fertilizer for all established lawns.

Eastern Shore Focus - Show # 40: At-Risk Students Get a Second Chance (2008-01-23)
A recent partnership between Wicomico County Public Schools and Ombudsman Educational Services, is giving at-risk students a second chance at achieving success in their education.

Va. House OKs delay in mandatory HPV vaccinations (2008-01-22)
The House has voted to postpone for nearly two years mandatory vaccinations of schoolgirls against a virus that can cause cervical cancer.

Salisbury man charged with arson (2008-01-22)
A 31-year-old man is facing arson charges after being accused of setting a fire at his girlfriend's Salisbury apartment.

Pedestrian killed along Route 404 in Caroline County (2008-01-22)
Maryland State Police are investigating an accident that killed a 15-year-old girl in Caroline County.

Ravens new coach has admirer in younger brother (2008-01-22)
New Ravens coach John Harbaugh's biggest fan might well be his younger brother.

Owner wants to sell buildings damaged in Cambridge fire (2008-01-22)
Preservationists in Cambridge are planning a noon rally Wednesday to protest the possible demolition of two historic buildings heavily damaged during a multi-alarm fire Jan. 15.

Thomas eager to get back in uniform (2008-01-22)
Wizards center Etan Thomas received a warm reception when he attended yesterday's game at Verizon Center between Washington and the Dallas Mavericks.

Lady Hawks fly past Spartans, Men's Team Falls to NSU (2008-01-22)
Five players scored in double figures as the UMES Lady Hawks rolled through the Spartans of Norfolk State University, on Monday, 88-to-65. Leading by as many 31 points, UMES never let Norfolk State have the lead.

Md. legislators to get slice of Smith Island cake (2008-01-22)
It's one sweet bill Maryland lawmakers will consider.

Deadline today to register to vote in Md. primary (2008-01-22)
If you haven't registered to vote and want to vote in Maryland's Feb. 12 primary election, today is the deadline to register.

Donation drop-off site for Cambridge fire victims set up in Snow Hill (2008-01-21)
Disaster restoration firm Royal Plus Incorporated has set up a donation drop-off site at the company's headquarters in Snow Hill, Maryland.

Two fires, one fatal, reported in Cambridge (2008-01-18)
Fire investigators say a 47-year-old man was killed in a fire in Cambridge that was intentionally set, and a separate blaze hours later in the city remains under investigation.

UMES gets pro-golf management accreditation (2008-01-18)
The University of Maryland Eastern Shore has become the first Historically Black College and the 20th university accredited by PGA of America to offer their Professional Golf Management Program.

Shore delegation to let legislators eat cake (2008-01-18)
A Lower Eastern Shore tourism delegation will be delivering 450 slices of Smith Island cake to all members of the Maryland General Assembly in Annapolis throughout the day of Tuesday, January 22.

Route 50 bridge in Ocean City closed for renovations (2008-01-18)
The U.S. Route 50 drawbridge in Ocean City is closed for scheduled repairs.

Cambridge fifth-grader struck, killed, at school bus stop (2008-01-18)
Cambridge police say a driver who fell asleep at the wheel of his pickup truck killed a boy standing at a school bus stop.

Wicomico students get second chance at education (2008-01-18)
A recent partnership between Wicomico County Public Schools and Ombudsman Educational Services, is giving at-risk students a second chance at an education.

Former deputy to serve home detention for arson (2008-01-17)
A former Frederick County Sheriff's Deputy will avoid jail time for setting fire to his girlfriend's sport utility vehicle in alleged insurance scheme.

Man must repay police for response to 911 hoax (2008-01-17)
A Severna Park man has been sentenced to time served for a prank call to 911 in September in which he allegedly claimed he was a heavily armed combat veteran and had shot a hostage.

Early School Closures for 01/17/2008 (2008-01-17)
Click above to see a listing of early school closures.

Winter weather advisories, storm warning, posted (2008-01-17)
Snow is expected to return to the region today....

EMS Crews Prepared for OC Rt. 50 Bridge Closure (2008-01-17)
Emergency Management Services officials in Ocean City say they are ready for the closure of the Route 50 Bridge.

Darrell Green finalist for Hall of Fame (2008-01-16)
Former Redskins cornerback Darrell Green is a finalist in balloting for the Pro Football Hall of Fame in his first year of eligibility.

Garrett interviews with Ravens, but remains with Cowboys (2008-01-16)
The Baltimore Ravens are planning more second round interviews for their head coaching position later this week.

Wicomico Council overrides veto of labor bill (2008-01-16)
The Wicomico County Council has voted unanimously to override County Executive Rick Pollitt's first veto.

Knicks snap Wizards' 3-game win streak 105-93 (2008-01-16)
Fresh off a home-and-home sweep of the league-leading Boston Celtics, the Wizards came up empty against the lowly new York Knicks.

Limits on seasonal employees vexes Maryland businesses (2008-01-16)
For yet another year, businesses on Maryland's Eastern Shore find themselves in limbo: Their busy season is approaching, yet they have no way of knowing whether they'll have enough workers to do the job.

Fire rekindles in Cambridge; search for cause continues (2008-01-16)
Cambridge firefighters continue to monitor the scene of yesterday's huge fire in the historic district.

Authorities name homicide victim found near Pocomoke City (2008-01-16)
Authorities have identified a homicide victim whose body was found along a dirt road near Pocomoke City.

Second resort amusement park seeks tax relief (2008-01-16)
Another Ocean City amusement park is asking for tax relief.

Md. lawmakers consider adding nooses to hate crime law (2008-01-16)
Should it be a hate crime to place a noose somewhere?

Sod farm case to be held in March (2008-01-16)
Opening arguments in the dry well arbitration case involving 27 Eden-area residents and local sod farmer Fred Moore have been scheduled for early March.

Del. woman dies in Caroline County crash (2008-01-15)
Maryland State Police believe alcohol was a factor in a one-vehicle crash in northern Caroline County that killed a Harbeson, Del. woman.

Poll shows most in Maryland favor death penalty (2008-01-15)
New Jersey recently became the first state in decades to ban the death penalty, but the Opinionworks poll of Maryland voters for The (Baltimore) Sun shows 57 percent want the death penalty to remain legal in Maryland.

Salisbury OKs temporary ban on adult sex businesses (2008-01-15)
The Salisbury City Council has unanimously approved a 100-day moratorium on sexually explicit businesses.

Wicomico Council to attempt to override veto of labor bill (2008-01-15)
The Wicomico County Council is expected today to override County Executive Rick Pollitt's veto of a collective bargaining bill.

Salisbury fire chief wants new fire boat (2008-01-15)
Salisbury Fire Chief David See says the fire department needs a new fire boat, one that is better equipped than the boat that sank last month at Salisbury Marina.

Large fire reported in downtown Cambridge (2008-01-15)
Firefighters are battling a large fire in downtown Cambridge.

UMES Hawks Fall to South Carolina State (2008-01-15)
Both the University of Maryland Eastern Shore Men's and Women's Basketball teams lost to South Carolina State University last night, at the S-H-M Memorial Center in Orangeburg.

Williams interviews again for Redskins coaching vacancy (2008-01-15)
Assistant coach Gregg Williams has interviewed a third time for the Redskins' coaching vacancy, and the team is also making plans to speak to Indianapolis Colts assistants Jim Caldwell and Ron Meeks and Seattle assistant Jim Mora.

Wizards rally in fourth quarter to beat Celtics 88-83 (2008-01-15)
Back-to-back wins for the Wizards over the N-B-A-leading Boston Celtics.

Woman's body found near Pocomoke City (2008-01-14)
Authorities are investigating the discovery of a woman's body along an unpaved road just south of Pocomoke City. The body was found Sunday about 9 a.m. on a dirt road off of New Bridge Road.

Salisbury looks to regulate adult businesses (2008-01-14)
The Salisbury City Council is expected to vote tonight on a proposed 60-day moratorium on adult businesses.

Hurlock man burned while burning blanket in barrel (2008-01-14)
Fire investigators say a Hurlock man suffered burns to his face, arms and legs after he used gasoline to ignite a fire in a trash barrel.

Governor's energy package focuses on conservation, environment (2008-01-14)
Governor Martin O'Malley's energy advisers are delivering a package of 20 proposals to help meet O'Malley's goal to reduce the state's energy consumption by 15 percent in seven years.

Salisbury looks to regulate adult businesses (2008-01-14)
The Salisbury City Council is expected to vote tonight on a proposed 60-day moratorium on adult businesses.

Woman accused of conspiring with robber at her store (2008-01-14)
Maryland State Police say a weekend holdup at a Talbot County convenience store was an inside job.

O'Malley proposes mortgage reforms (2008-01-14)
Gov. Martin O'Malley, D-Md., plans to back a series of mortgage reforms to try to stem Maryland's rising foreclosure rate.

Black History Month Exhibition opens (2008-01-14)
"Lest We Forget: The Triumph Over Slavery Exhibition," opens at the University of Maryland Eastern Shore's Mosely Gallery in the Arts and Technology Center on February 7, with an opening reception from 4 to 6 p.m.

Redskins interview Tennessee assistant Schwartz (2008-01-11)
Tennessee Titans defensive coordinator Jim Schwartz is the first person to interview with the Redskins in their search for a successor to coach Joe Gibbs.

New Va. taxes could replace abusive driver fees (2008-01-11)
Tax increases could be on the way if high, punitive fees on bad drivers are repealed as the governor and a growing number of legislators want.

Names of delinquent taxpayers posted online (2008-01-11)
Delaware's Division of Revenue has posted its latest list of the state's top 100 delinquent taxpayers.

Georgetown's finance director dies of heart attack (2008-01-11)
Georgetown's finance officer has died of a heart attack.

Grave found under Cambridge street (2008-01-11)
Cambridge police say human bones unearthed by a utility crew will be analyzed by experts in hopes of determining how long they had been buried beneath a city intersection.

Eastern Shore Focus - Show # 39: Teachers Ask, Donors Choose (2008-01-11)
We'll learn about a charitable giving website, called DonorsChoose.org. This site has rapidly spread across the U.S., helping to provide underserved classrooms with much needed school supplies. We'll also hear about another organization, that's getting students on the Eastern Shore, to think about how their education ties in to the real world of business.

Md. lawmakers define domestic partner, but balk on gay marriage (2008-01-11)
Domestic partners in Maryland now have a state definition.

County provides bus during bridge closure (2008-01-11)
Shore Transit is planning extra bus service between Ocean City and West Ocean City during the planned closing of the U.S. Route 50 bridge.

Bill would mandate yellow license plates for repeat DUI offenders (2008-01-11)
Those with multiple drunken driving convictions would be forced to keep bright yellow license plates with red lettering on their vehicles under a bill before the General Assembly.

January edition of "Working Together for Children" now airing on PAC 14 (2008-01-09)
The January edition of "Working Together for Children" is now airing on PAC 14 (Comcast Channel 14), with a comprehensive look at the Title 1 program in Wicomico schools and an overview of important dates on the school calendar for early 2008.

Sumpter named Director of Public Safety (2008-01-09)
Warner Sumpter has recently been named director of public safety at the University of Maryland Eastern Shore.

Dozen of bloodmobile stops & 10th Ocean City Blood Drive (2008-01-09)
With blood donors in short supply this winter due to illness, inclement weather and vacation plans, Blood Bank of Delmarva members and donors are more important than ever in the quest to keep local blood supplies stable.

Ocean City air show set for June (2008-01-08)
Ocean City will host its first air show in June. The two-day OC Air Show will open on June 10 and will feature military aircraft demonstrations, low altitude flyovers and civilian aerobatic performances over the Ocean City beachfront from noon to 3 p.m. each day.

Electrical problem caused fire that destroyed church (2008-01-08)
Fire investigators say a blaze that destroyed a Salisbury church started accidentally.

Death of two-month-old probed in Princess Anne (2008-01-08)
Police are investigating the death of a 2-month-old infant in Princess Anne.

New Salisbury Zoo director resigns before starting (2008-01-08)
Salisbury's city administrator says the newly hired Salisbury Zoo director told officials health problems will prevent her from accepting the position.

Man, 21, charged in girlfriend's shooting death (2008-01-08)
A 21-year-old man has been charged with shooting the mother of his child to death during an argument in his Bridgeville mobile home.

Joe Gibbs resigns as coach of Washington Redskins (2008-01-08)
Washington Redskins coach Joe Gibbs has resigned as coach and team president of the Washington Redskins today, The Associated Press has learned.

Brian Schottenheimer is latest to interview with Ravens (2008-01-08)
New York Jets offensive coordinator Brian Schottenheimer became the fifth candidate to interview for the Baltimore Ravens' head coaching vacancy.

Ravens search committee to meet with more candidates (2008-01-07)
The Ravens are expected to meet with more candidates this week during the second phase of their search for a new head coach.

Official says Snyder prepared to offer extension (2008-01-07)
Redskins coach Joe Gibbs is scheduled to address reporters later today and could say more about his future plans.

Cause probed in fire that destroyed Salisbury church (2008-01-07)
The Salisbury Fire Department say a Friday night destroyed the Holy Temple Church of God in Christ on Delaware Avenue.

Future of Salisbury buildings to be discussed (2008-01-07)
The Salisbury City Council is scheduled this afternoon to discuss the future of two municipal buildings.

Hawks Hold Off Kent State In Overtime, 76-71 (2008-01-07)
Tiffany Reid returned to action on Sunday, against the Kent State University Golden Flashes, scoring 19 points, and leading the University of Maryland Eastern Shore Lady Hawks to an overtime win, 76-71.

Legislature returns to work in Annapolis this week (2008-01-07)
It seems like they were just in session -- but the Maryland legislature meets again Wednesday for a regular term likely to include talk about gay marriage, global warming and energy costs.

Funeral set for one of two teens killed in crash (2008-01-07)
A funeral service is planned Wednesday for a Delmar School District student killed Friday night in a crash near Salisbury, Md., that killed another student and injured two more.

Federal funds cut for Chesapeake Bay crab study (2008-01-07)
The omnibus spending bill recently signed into law by President Bush eliminates funding for a research project in Baltimore hoping to boost the blue crab population in the Chesapeake Bay.

Pa. firm buys empty Cambridge seafood plant (2008-01-07)
A food manufacturer packaging company has purchased the former Iceland USA seafood plant in Cambridge.

O'Malley to stump for Clinton in N.H. (2008-01-04)
Maryland Gov. Martin O'Malley is scheduled to be in New Hampshire tomorrow to campaign for Sen. Hillary Rodham Clinton.

Police: No injuries in small plane crash in Queen Anne's (2008-01-04)
A small plane has crashed at Bay Bridge Airport on Kent Island, but there were no injuries.

Wallops Island science balloons achieve milestone (2008-01-04)
A NASA Wallops Island spokesman says that his agency and the National Science Foundation have achieved an Antarctic milestone for scientific balloons.

Idaho woman named zoo director (2008-01-04)
An official with a zoo in Boise, Idaho, has been named the first female zoo director at the Salisbury Zoo.

Wallops Island science balloons make record flight around Antarctica (2008-01-04)
A NASA Wallops Island spokesman says that NASA and the National Science Foundation have achieved an Antarctic milestone for scientific balloons.

Players praise Gibbs for rescuing Redskins season (2008-01-02)
Redskins linebacker London Fletcher says Joe Gibbs deserves consideration for Coach of the Year after leading the team to the playoffs.

Cake could be official state dessert (2008-01-02)
When state lawmakers return to work next week in Annapolis, they will be asked to formally designate an official state dessert.

Md. clerk scheduled for deposition in session lawsuit (2008-01-02)
The chief clerk of the House of Delegates is scheduled to be deposed today by attorneys in the Republican-led legal case seeking to nullify November's special legislative session.

Billick fired after 9 seasons in Baltimore (2008-01-02)
Brian Billick never came close to duplicating the success he enjoyed early in his career as head coach of the Baltimore Ravens, and it finally cost him his job.

UMES Holds 11th Winter Commencement (2008-01-02)
About 265 students graduated from the University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES) during its 11th Annual Winter Commencement. The event was held on Friday, December 21, 2007 at the campus' William P. Hytche Athletic Center.

UMES Holds 11th Winter Commencement (2008-01-02)
About 265 students graduated from UMES during its 11th Annual Winter Commencement.

Va. legislator wants to end texting while driving (2008-01-02)
Text-messaging while driving in Virginia could be outlawed if a state lawmaker gets his wish.

UMES Holds 11th Winter Commencement (2008-01-02)
About 265 students graduated from UMES during its 11th Annual Winter Commencement.

Dealers urge buyers to close deals before sales tax hike (2008-01-02)
Today is the last day to buy a new or used vehicle before tomorrow's increase in Maryland's sales tax, and car dealers are hoping the increase will persuade car-buyers to close their deals today.

Winter government conference kicks off today (2008-01-02)
Public officials from all over the state are headed to Cambridge today for an annual conference previewing key legislative topics this year.

Maryland board approves new well in Somerset County (2008-01-02)
Good news for lower Eastern Shore residents using wells -- a state board has approved construction of a new well at the Eastern Correctional Institution.

UMES Holds 11th Winter Commencement (2008-01-02)
About 265 students graduated from UMES during its 11th Annual Winter Commencement.

Wor-Wic college adopts new limits on smoking (2007-12-27)
The trustees at Wor-Wic Community College have modified the campus smoking policy.

Faulty cord blamed in Denton fire (2007-12-27)
Fire investigators say a faulty electric extension cord caused a Christmas day fire in Denton that damaged a building and destroyed a car.

Board of Regents approves Pharmacy Program for UMES (2007-12-24)
The Board of Regents of the University System of Maryland has approved a three-year doctor of pharmacy degree for the University of Maryland Eastern Shore.

Philip Morris to speed sales of safer cigarettes in Md. (2007-12-24)
One of the major tobacco companies is pledging to speed the introduction of its self-extinguishing cigarettes in Maryland.

Eastern Shore Focus - Show # 38: UMES Expands Academically (2007-12-24)
In this special, expanded edition of Eastern Shore Focus, we'll talk one-on-one with Dr. Thelma B. Thompson, President of UMES, about the new three-year pharmacy program approved by the University System of Maryland's Board of Regents. We'll also learn about other new academic programs being launched at UMES, and their impact on local business.

Review says bay progress reports inflated (2007-12-24)
A scientific review has concluded that a federal program overseeing the cleanup of the Chesapeake Bay has been overstating its progress.

Man accused of trying to kill friend during fight (2007-12-24)
Maryland State Police have charged a 19-year-old man with attempted murder, assault and reckless endangering.

Closing arguments today in park restroom rape case (2007-12-20)
A jury in Caroline County is expected today to get the case of Tyrik Nichols, the Denton man accused of raping a 64-year-old woman in a restroom at Denton's Crouse Memorial Park.

Cambridge area eyed for investment by China (2007-12-20)
Cambridge is getting a visit today from some VIPs with an interest in fostering a commercial relationship between the local area and China.

Departments moving in to new Cambridge building (2007-12-20)
The Cambridge Rescue Fire Company has moved in to the city's new public safety building and the city's Emergency Medical Services personnel are expected to begin moving in today.

Woman's death probed in Salisbury (2007-12-20)
An autopsy report expected today could shed more light on the death of a Salisbury woman.

Trial begins for man accused of rape at Denton park (2007-12-19)
Testimony has begun in the Caroline County trial of Tyrik Nichols, the 29-year-old Denton man accused of raping a 64-year-old woman in a park restroom.

Man charged in fatal crash denied change of venue (2007-12-19)
A Queen Anne's County judge has denied a request to move the trial of the man charged in the traffic accident that killed a county school official.

Worcester County limits adult-oriented businesses (2007-12-19)
The Worcester County Commission has approved two bills that place limits on adult-oriented businesses.

People flock to Bethlehem, Md., for holiday postmark (2007-12-19)
If it wasn't for the name, one small Eastern Shore town might go unnoticed. But the town of Bethlehem becomes a Christmastime destination for people around the region.

Tools, other items, taken in theft at school construction site (2007-12-19)
Police are investigating a construction site burglary near Snow Hill resulting in the theft of thousands of dollars worth of power tools, laptop computers and copper.

Salisbury woman charged with stabbing boyfriend (2007-12-18)
A Salisbury woman is facing attempted murder and related charges after being accused of stabbing her boyfriend with a kitchen knife.

Va. among best-prepared states for health emergencies (2007-12-18)
Virginia has received a perfect score on a new report ranking how well states have prepared for public health emergencies.

Gibbs opens to talks about possible contract extension (2007-12-18)
Joe Gibbs has always said he intends to return to coach the Washington Redskins next season. As it turns out, he might be around even longer.

OC officer fired for DUI charge (2007-12-18)
Ocean City police have fired an officer who was charged with drunken driving.

Some Orioles ticket prices rising at Camden Yards (2007-12-18)
Some seats at Camden Yards will cost more for the 2008 baseball season.

Roberts acknowledges single use of steroids in 2003 (2007-12-18)
Baltimore Orioles second baseman Brian Roberts is breaking his silence on the inclusion of his name in former Sen. George Mitchell's report on steroid use in major league baseball.

Man charged with passing phony currency (2007-12-18)
An 18-year-old man is facing four counts of possession of forged currency for allegedly trying to pass counterfeit bills several times in the Princess Anne area.

Report says Del. needs more affordable housing (2007-12-18)
Delaware officials say the state needs more affordable housing.

Family offers reward for info on missing woman (2007-12-18)
The family of a Pocomoke City, Maryland, woman who has been missing for more than a month is offering a $5,000 for information that will help find her.

Teen dies in Harrington crash (2007-12-17)
Delaware State Police are investigating a single vehicle crash that claimed the life of a Harrington girl on Saturday morning.

Virginia's computer system relocated (2007-12-17)
Virginia's computer system is expected to be back up and running today after switching mainframe operations over the weekend.

Redskins Delay Giants Clinching Playoffs (2007-12-17)
The Washington Redskins' kept their playoff hopes alive and put a little doubt into the New York Giants' once seemingly certain road to the postseason.

Mother of slain officer asks citizens to shine blue lights (2007-12-17)
The mother of a slain Centreville police officer is asking citizens across the state to shine a blue light during the holiday season in memory of fallen officers.

Eastern Shore Focus - Show # 37: The Poultry Industry & The Bay (Pt. 2) (2007-12-17)
We continue with the topic covered in Part One, which dealt with the impact the poultry industry is having on the Chesapeake Bay's waters. Specifically at issue is whether or not nutrient run-off from chicken manure is harming the bay. In Part Two, we'll hear more from both sides of the issue.

Salisbury council to tackle capital expenses (2007-12-17)
The Salisbury City Council will hold a special public meeting this afternoon to discuss future capital expenses.

Dolphins beat Ravens in overtime for 1st win, 22-16 (2007-12-17)
After Baltimore's Matt Stover missed a 44-yard field goal in overtime, the Miami Dolphins' Greg Camarillo turned a short completion into a 64-yard touchdown, and the Dolphins beat the Baltimore Ravens 22-16 today.

Trail at Berlin park to be paved with old tire material (2007-12-17)
The Maryland Department of the Environment is putting in a unique footpath at a municipal park in Berlin.

Three die in Salisbury house fire (2007-12-17)
State fire investigators say three people - a man, a woman and a 5-year-old girl - have died in a fire at a Salisbury home.

Board of Regents says yes to pharmacy at UMES (2007-12-14)
The Board of Regents of the University System of Maryland (USM) announced Friday the approval of a three-year Doctor of Pharmacy degree for the University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES).

Equipment might have overcharged EZ Pass users at Bay Bridge (2007-12-14)
Some EZ Pass users who cross the Bay Bridge may have been overcharged at the toll plaza for several days in October.

Some Somerset homes to see $30-foot sewer assessments (2007-12-14)
Some new public water and sewer customers in Somerset County will likely see a $30-per-foot sewer and water assessment fee in 2008.

Mosquito Control chief dies at 56 (2007-12-13)
Cyrus Richard Lesser, the head of the state Department of Agriculture's Mosquito Control Section, has died at age 56.

Ravens linebacker endures scary flight (2007-12-13)
Ravens linebacker Ray Lewis says it was one of the scariest experiences of his life.

Orioles trade Miguel Tejada to Houston Astros (2007-12-13)
The Orioles have traded star shortstop Miguel Tejada to the Houston Astros.

Somerset commissions study of impact of rising sea levels (2007-12-13)
The Somerset County Commissioners are paying for a study about how rising sea levels will affect development in the county's waterfront areas.

Fruitland police suspect reported carjacking was a hoax (2007-12-13)
Fruitland Police now suspect a 911 call reporting a carjacking and kidnapping was a hoax.

Ocean City police officer suspended after DUI charge (2007-12-13)
Ocean City Police say a city officer has been suspended after he was charged with drunken driving in Delaware.

Kaine proposes $25.5 million for uninsured Virginians (2007-12-13)
Governor Kaine is proposing a state-subsidized program that would expand health care to thousands of uninsured Virginians over the poverty line.

Eastern Shore Focus - Show # 36: The Poultry Industry & The Bay (Pt. 1) (2007-12-12)
Poultry production is big business on the Delmarva Peninsula - generating well over $1 billion in wholesale value each year. But some environmentalists want poultry growers and companies to explain how they manage chicken waste. We'll hear from both sides of the issue in this program.

Work remains to complete Cambridge public safety building (2007-12-12)
Cambridge City Commissioner LaShon Brooks is asking why the city police department was allowed to move in to the new public safety building while so much construction work is incomplete.

Perdue worker injured by saw blade (2007-12-12)
A Perdue Farms worker was injured when his hand slipped across a saw blade.

Coast Guard suspends search for missing sailboat (2007-12-12)
The U.S. Coast Guard has suspended its active search for a 30-foot sailboat missing in the Atlantic.

Backcourt tandem helps UMES prevail over Kennesaw (2007-12-12)
The University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES) overcame a second half rally by Kennesaw State University (KSU) to end their eight-game losing streak with a 77-72 win on Tuesday night at the William P. Hytche Athletic Center.

OC Council endorses tax break for boardwalk ride operator (2007-12-12)
The Ocean City Town Council is endorsing efforts to grant tax relief to Trimper Amusements & Rides, the family-owned business that has operated the boardwalk rides for generations.

Stolen mail found discarded in Salisbury area (2007-12-12)
Authorities are investigating recent thefts of mail in the Salisbury area.

Sludge-like substance found in Pocomoke tributary (2007-12-12)
The Maryland Department of the Environment is investigating a mysterious white sludge-like substance found coating a tributary that empties into the Pocomoke River.

OC officer injured in collision (2007-12-11)
An Ocean City Police Officer was injured on Thursday when he was involved in a crash.

Delayed bridge repair project finally starts in Dorchester (2007-12-11)
After nearly 18 months of delays, repair work has started on a damaged road in Dorchester County.

UMES Indoor Track & Field Opens Season in Dominating Fashion (2007-12-11)
UMES kicked off its 2007-08 Indoor Track & Field season in impressive fashion this past weekend, taking first place in half of the events.

Resort council to discuss tax relief for boardwalk ride operator (2007-12-11)
The Ocean City Town Council is scheduled today to hear more about the possibility of a tax break for Trimper Amusements & Rides, the family-owned business that has operated the boardwalk rides for generations.

Bloxom to succeed retiring Worcester County Attorney (2007-12-11)
Former Worcester County commissioner John "Sonny" Bloxom is returning to public life as the Worcester County Attorney.

Bluewater Wind reduces wind power price (2007-12-11)
Delmarva Power officials say they won't sign a purchase agreement even though Bluewater Wind cut proposed prices.

Forty years later, progress mixed in Kerner Commission (2007-12-10)
Residents of Cambridge's Pine Street say their neighborhood never recovered from the racial strife and the fire 40 years ago that burned much of the black section of the city.

Council rejects report on Riddertowne (2007-12-10)
The Dewey Beach Town Council has rejected a final written report on the activities of the now-defunct Ruddertowne Architectural Committee.

Report says Sailing Hall of Fame is feasible (2007-12-10)
A study by the Maryland Stadium Authority concludes that a proposal for a National Sailing Hall of Fame in Annapolis will boost tourism and enhance the downtown area.

40 years later, Cambridge riots still controversial (2007-12-10)
Longtime residents of Pine Street say it used to bustle with traffic to black-owned businesses -- doctors' and lawyers' offices and restaurants.

Salisbury council to consider moratorium, cable rates (2007-12-10)
The Salisbury City Council is scheduled tonight to hold a public hearing an a proposed 60-day moratorium on adult entertainment businesses.

Proposal would let immigrants apply to be police officers (2007-12-10)
The agency that oversees training and hiring standards for police departments in Maryland is looking at a proposal that would let noncitizens with green cards become police officers.

Manning tops 300 for career as Colts rout Ravens 44-20 (2007-12-10)
The Indianapolis Colts strolled back into the playoffs with a performance that fully displayed just how far the Baltimore Ravens have fallen in 11 months.

School delays this morning - 12/10/2007 (2007-12-10)
Click above to see a listing of delayed school systems this morning.

UMES Suffers Tough Loss to Old Dominion, 74-49 (2007-12-10)
UMES trailed by only 10 at the half but could not overcome Old Dominion University (ODU) and their hot-shooting Saturday night as they lost 74-49.

Money earmarked for new courthouse in Queen Anne's (2007-12-10)
The Queen Anne's County commissioners have allocated money to replaced Maryland's oldest fully operational courthouse.

Environmental group says poultry industry causing problems for Bay (2007-12-07)
Poultry production is big business on the Delmarva Peninsula - generating well over $1 billion in wholesale value each year. But some environmentalists want poultry growers to explain how they manage chicken waste.

Teen charged in shooting outside restaurant (2007-12-07)
Police have released the name of a Salisbury teenager charged as an adult in a shooting outside a West Ocean City restaurant.

Eastern Shore Focus - Show # 36: The Poultry Industry & The Bay (Pt. 1) (2007-12-07)
Poultry production is big business on the Delmarva Peninsula - generating well over $1 billion in wholesale value each year. But some environmentalists want poultry growers and companies to explain how they manage chicken waste. We'll hear from both sides of the issue in this program.

Real estate agent says now is a good time to buy in O.C. (2007-12-07)
Real estate agent and Worcester County Commissioner Bud Church says the current housing market in the area is the slowest he has seen in 37 years.

Cambridge man dies after shooting woman, himself (2007-12-07)
A Cambridge man who shot his girlfriend during an argument then shot himself has died of his wounds.

Study finds no evidence new fees deter bad driving (2007-12-06)
A new report from the legislature's watchdog agency says there's no evidence Virginia's new fees on bad drivers deters abusive driving.

Del. woman dies in Dorchester County crash (2007-12-06)
Maryland State Police say a Laurel, Del., woman was killed when her car collided with a tractor trailer on U.S. Route 50, about ten miles east of Cambridge.

Suspect arrested in Salisbury shooting (2007-12-06)
Salisbury police have arrested a local man wanted in a connection with a June shooting at a city convenience store.

Salisbury seeks more state aid for drainage project (2007-12-06)
Salisbury officials are asking the state for more money to protect a flood prone neighborhood.

School delays & closures this morning - 12/06/2007 (2007-12-06)
Click above to see a listing of delayed and/or closed school systems this morning.

New public safety building opens in Cambridge (2007-12-06)
The Cambridge Police Department is now in its new home, the city's Edward E. Watkins Public Safety Complex.

Man held in shooting that wounded Easton man (2007-12-05)
Police have made an arrest in a weekend shooting that wounded a 33-year-old Easton man.

Wicomico deputy released on bail (2007-12-05)
A Wicomico County Sheriff's deputy charged with sexually abusing two girls has been released on $150,000 bond.

Student suspended for allegedly bringing gun to school (2007-12-05)
Wicomico County school officials say a student has been suspended from a Salisbury high school for allegedly bringing a handgun to class.

Man charged with selling timber rights that weren't his (2007-12-05)
Delaware State Police say a Pennsylvania man has been charged with selling the right to harvest timber from land in Sussex County that he didn't own.

UMES student athletes give back to community (2007-12-05)
Some student athletes at the University of Maryland Eastern Shore have kept quite busy this past semester, pitching in around the community.

Wizards donate to burn victim (2007-12-05)
Wizards players are donating $20,000 to a woman whose former boyfriend doused her with gasoline and set her on fire.

O.C. residents have high marks for most aspects of town (2007-12-05)
Most Ocean City citizens give their town high marks for its quality of life, safety and public services.

New ER opens at Memorial Hospital in Easton (2007-12-05)
The new emergency department at Easton's Memorial Hospital is expected to open for patient care on Thursday.

More than 6,000 Virginians may not know they have HIV (2007-12-05)
A new report from the Virginia Department of Health says that more than 6,000 Virginians may not realize they're infected with HIV, the virus that causes AIDS.

Patriots far from perfect against Ravens, but still perfect (2007-12-04)
The New England Patriots barely escaped with a come-from-behind 27-24 win over the Ravens in Baltimore last night.

UMES Lady Hawks defeat W. Michigan, 85-66 (2007-12-04)
The University of Maryland Eastern Shore's Lady Hawks routed visiting Western Michigan in last night's women's basketball game, 85-to-66.

Panel endorses bill to limit access to gun permit data (2007-12-04)
A state advisory council has endorsed a bill that would prohibit State Police from releasing its database of Virginians with concealed handgun permits.

Congress probes credit card industry (2007-12-04)
Congress is renewing its scrutiny of the credit card industry, as some lawmakers denounce the practice of raising customers' interest rates when their credit scores decline, even if they make their card payments on time.

Quantico man charged in assaults of woman and child (2007-12-04)
A Quantico man has been arrested in the alleged assaults of a woman and a 2-year-old toddler.

Gilchrest reverses, now accepting PAC contributions (2007-12-04)
Incumbent 1st District Congressman Wayne Gilchrest has changed his mind about campaign contributions from Political Action Committees.

Farm bureau committee opposes sale of raw milk (2007-12-04)
Despite a growing market for raw or unpasteurized milk, the Maryland Farm Bureau's Dairy Committee is going on record against its sale in Maryland.

Student accused of racial harassment in noose incident (2007-12-04)
Authorities in Queen Anne's County have charged a Kent Island High School student with racial harassment for allegedly threatening another student with a noose.

Two die in one-car crash in Talbot County (2007-12-04)
Maryland State Police have released the names of two people killed in a one-car crash in Talbot County.

Witness saw doomed plane bank, roll then slam into ground (2007-12-04)
Officials investigating this morning's small plane crash at the New Castle County Airport say they know the identity of the dead pilot, but his name is being withheld while his family is notified.

Man shot during home invasion (2007-12-03)
The Wicomico County Sheriff's Office says a man is in critical condition after he was shot during a home invasion in Salisbury.

Extradition pending for Del. man charged in Md. baby death (2007-12-03)
A Greenwood man is being held as a fugitive from Maryland, where he is wanted in the death of a one-year-old girl.

Power Outage Update (2007-12-03)
High winds have knocked down some power lines in Wicomico and Somerset Counties, causing power outages in Salisbury and in Crisfield.

Chesapeake Bay health getting worse, environmental group reports (2007-12-03)
The Chesapeake Bay's health is going from bad to worse. That's according to an environmental group that gives bay health a "D" grade for the ninth consecutive year today.

Patriots look to extend unbeaten streak with win in Baltimore (2007-12-03)
Tom Brady and the New England Patriots will try to improve to 12-0 tonight when they play a Ravens team that has lost a franchise-record five in a row.

Federalsburg could erect memorial to fallen service members (2007-12-03)
The parents of a fallen Navy paramedic from Federalsburg are pushing for a memorial honoring the town's fallen heroes.

Flags at half-staff in Wicomico for former councilwoman (2007-12-03)
Wicomico County flags are flying at half-staff today in memory of former county councilwoman Betty Gardner.

Redskins mourn Taylor, but lose to Bills 17-16 (2007-12-03)
The Resdkins played for Sean Taylor. They tried to win for him, just as Sean's father had told them to do.

Mourners flock to Taylor memorial ceremony (2007-12-03)
Hundreds of mourners in Florida waited in a line a block long to pay their respects to Redskins star Sean Taylor, as four young men sat in jail cells across the state charged with his killing.

State takes suggestions for Cambridge land (2007-12-03)
The state of Maryland is taking suggestions from the public about how to use the 728-acre tract it purchased this year along the Little Blackwater River in Cambridge.

Conduct of sheriff's office raid investigated in Wicomico (2007-12-03)
A raid on a Salisbury Barbershop has spawned an investigation into the Wicomico County Sheriff's Department.

Officer firing on attacking dog hit by shotgun pellet (2007-12-02)
Baltimore police say an officer was hit by a ricocheting shotgun pellet when he fired at an attacking dog.

3 motel residents charged after drug raid (2007-12-02)
New Castle County police and state police arrested three motel residents after a joint raid by the two departments' narcotics units.

Fire dept. suspends apprentice accused of leaving note, rope (2007-12-02)
The Baltimore Fire Department has suspended a paramedic apprentice who admitted placing a threatening note and a rope shaped like a noose inside a firehouse.

Public Works to close part of W. Church St. in Salisbury (2007-11-30)
The Salisbury Department of Public Works will be closing traffic on a portion of W. Church Street on Sunday, to replace a 2-inch water pipe.

Sales sluggish for medical condo space in Cambridge (2007-11-30)
Space is still for sale in a planned medical condominium building on the grounds of Dorchester General Hospital.

Report: Changes needed to save, preserve Bay (2007-11-30)
A new study says fundamental changes are needed in both public policy and private practices to save the Chesapeake Bay.

SU student charged with having sex with 14-year-old (2007-11-30)
The Wicomico County Board of Education has issued a statement saying that the woman charged with having sex with a 14-year-old student of Pittsville Middle School, was not a teacher's assistant, nor a student intern at the school.

Singer records tune about Delaware (2007-11-30)
A Pennsylvania musician singing "I'm from Delaware" to the tune of Johnny Cash's "I've Been Everywhere" says his next project is to write a song about Maryland.

Grasonville crash kills Stevensville woman (2007-11-30)
Maryland State Police say a Stevensville woman was killed a Centerville couple were injured in a two-vehicle crash near Grasonville.

National Aviary birds to dine on soft-shell crabs (2007-11-30)
Birds at the National Aviary in Pittsburgh will be snacking on soft-shell crabs thanks to a donation stemming from a federal investigation.

Home ruined, man hospitalized, after Centreville fire (2007-11-30)
Fire officials say a blaze destroyed a rural home east of Centreville and sent one man to the hospital.

Salisbury man charged in sexual abuse of 8-month old baby (2007-11-29)
A Salisbury man is facing charges in the alleged sexual abuse of an 8-month-old girl.

Md, Va. among healthier states in depression, suicide (2007-11-29)
A new study by a national group ranks both Maryland and Virginia in the top 20 among the most healthy states, when it comes to depression and suicide.

Another state senator expected to challenge Gilchrest (2007-11-29)
State Senator E.J. Pipkin of Queen Anne's County says he will try to unseat Congressman Wayne Gilchrest in the February primary.

Agency seeks funds to start construction for new DE hospital (2007-11-29)
Delaware Health and Social Services Secretary Vincent Meconi is asking the governor's budget staff for money to begin building a new state psychiatric hospital.

Dorchester teen accused of hacking school computer (2007-11-29)
A 17-year-old boy is facing criminal charges after police say he illegally used a school computer at North Dorchester High School.

LB Thomas returns to Baltimore with New England (2007-11-29)
Monday night's home game in Baltimore will match the Ravens against former teammate Adalius Thomas, who was signed in the off-season by New England.

Escaped prison sought in Richmond suburbs (2007-11-29)
Virginia's state and local law enforcement officers were still combing two areas in the eastern area of suburban Richmond for the man who escaped from a state prison nearly two weeks ago.

Wicomico County to face $6.4m in state budget cuts (2007-11-28)
Cuts made by Maryland's legislature during the special session, will cost Wicomico County an estimated $6.4 million in budget cuts, according to the Department of Legislative Services.

U.S. is virtually unscathed by hurricanes in 2007 (2007-11-28)
The cautions were out for another rough stretch of hurricanes this year, but the 2007 Atlantic hurricane season is winding down with a whimper.

Man who says he's God gets 1 year for trying to steal SUV (2007-11-28)
A Wicomico County judge sentenced a Bridgeville, Del., man who claims to be God to one year in jail and mandatory counseling for trying to steal an SUV.

Teammates practice, mourn as police search for clues (2007-11-28)
The standard routine of a Wednesday practice felt anything but normal for the Washington Redskins, who began preparations for their next game while mourning the death of teammate Sean Taylor.

Salisbury art museum cleaning up from water damage (2007-11-28)
Workers are mopping up after an equipment malfunction at a Salisbury art museum required the entire collection to be moved.

Man sentenced in Salisbury car dealership shooting (2007-11-28)
A 76-year-old retired Navy veteran and Maryland correctional officer has been sentenced to four months at the Wicomico County Detention Center for firing a rifle into a Salisbury area car dealership.

Laurel man charged in Thanksgiving rape (2007-11-28)
Police in Laurel are charging a local man in the abduction and rape of a woman as she was walking on West Seventh Street.

Teen pregnancy funds sought in Dorchester (2007-11-27)
Statistics show Dorchester County leads all Maryland counties in the rate of births to teenage mothers.

Traffic heavy near Annapolis, but not summit-related (2007-11-27)
It's not foreign diplomats but common fender-benders affecting traffic in Annapolis this morning.

Spilled chicken fat caused crashes (2007-11-27)
Drivers on the Eastern Shore found a slippery mess on the northbound lanes of Route 13 this morning after a truck leaked chicken fat for about 20 miles.

Limits on scallop permits could idle Maryland watermen (2007-11-27)
A change in federal fishing regulations could idle some Maryland watermen.

Foundation looks to give away $75,000 (2007-11-27)
The Community Foundation of the Eastern Shore is trying to give away $75,000.

O'Malley to welcome Israel's Prime Minister to Annapolis (2007-11-27)
Md. Governor Martin O'Malley will host a meeting with Israeli Prime Minister Ehud Olmert to welcome the Israeli delegation to the State of Maryland and the City of Annapolis, for the Middle East peace conference taking place today.

Man Arrested for Throwing Block at Police Car (2007-11-27)
Ocean City Police report that a man was arrested after throwing a concrete block at a police car last week.

Butler's 35 points helps Wizards snap Mavericks' home streak (2007-11-27)
The Wizards handed the Dallas Mavericks their first home loss of the season and third straight overall, 110-98.

Salisbury man charged with stealing checks, credit card from clients (2007-11-27)
Delaware State Police say a Salisbury man stole checks from a 62-year-old woman and her 92-year-old mother who hired him to do odd jobs at their Rehoboth Beach home.

No. 4 UMES Takes 2nd At Team Match Games (2007-11-27)
In Women's Collegiate Bowling, the Lady Hawks from the University of Maryland Eastern Shore took second place this past weekend, their highest finish ever, at the National team Match Games, held in St. Louis, Missouri.

Redskins safety Sean Taylor dies from gun wound (2007-11-27)
Washington Redskins safety Sean Taylor died early Tuesday, a day after he was shot at home. He was 24.

With nothing to lose but another game, Ravens focus on Patriots (2007-11-27)
Mired in the worst skid in franchise history, the last-place Baltimore Ravens have little left to play for this season.

Wilmington police looking for man in Brandywine River (2007-11-26)
Wilmington police are searching the Brandywine River for a man seen jumping into the river about 1 p.m.

Police continue to search for man who fired at officer (2007-11-26)
Baltimore County police continue to search for a man who fired at an officer early this morning in Lutherville.

O'Malley to host Israeli delegation Tuesday (2007-11-26)
Maryland Governor Martin O'Malley plans to play host tomorrow afternoon to a delegation from Israel, including Israeli Prime Minister Ehud Olmert.

Demonstrators protest concessions of land for peace (2007-11-26)
About 15 people participated this morning in one of the first demonstrations in advance of tomorrow's Mideast peace summit in Annapolis.

Annapolis to host Mideast peace conference (2007-11-21)
The State Department announced on Tuesday that Maryland will host a Middle East conference in Annapolis, on November 27th.

Worcester commissioners schedule hearings on adult business bills (2007-11-21)
The Worcester County Commissioners have scheduled public hearings for next month on three bills governing adult businesses.

Historic Oxford inn on the market for $3.25 million (2007-11-21)
The owners of Oxford's historic Robert Morris Inn have decided to put it on the market.

Holiday travel by car to increase despite high gas prices (2007-11-21)
Thousands of motorists will clog area highways today to get to their Thanksgiving destination.

Slots legislation gives last word to local authorities (2007-11-21)
Even if voters approve next year's referendum authorizing slot machines at five Maryland locations, local officials still may have the final say.

Md. jobless rate ticks higher; still below national average (2007-11-21)
Maryland's unemployment rate is inching up, but is still lower than the national average.

53 poultry plant workers test positive for TB exposure (2007-11-20)
Delaware health officials say 53 workers at the Mountaire Farms poultry processing plant in Selbyville have tested positive for exposure to tuberculosis.

Tyson Foods to revise labels (2007-11-20)
The U.S. Department of Agriculture says it overlooked a feed additive when it gave Tyson Foods the OK to label its fresh chicken "raised without antibiotics."

Wicomico County cemetery desecration under investigation (2007-11-20)
The Wicomico County Sheriff's Office is looking for information about the desecration of tombstones at the Old Mardela Cemetery.

Billick expects Ravens to play hard to the end (2007-11-20)
Provided they don't have to deal with any more controversial field goals that warrant bringing both teams back onto the field, the Baltimore Ravens intend to affix a rather normal finish to their extraordinarily unusual season.

Four arrested after shots fired in Cambridge; guns seized (2007-11-20)
Four people from Virginia Beach, Virginia, are facing criminal charges following weekend gunplay in Cambridge.

Taxes in Maryland could boost Delaware shopping (2007-11-20)
Higher taxes in Maryland could be good for business for retailers in Delaware.

Campbell's first 300-yard game overshadowed by late pick (2007-11-20)
Jason Campbell cried after his first 300-yard game. And not because he was happy.

Council looks to limit adult businesses (2007-11-20)
The Salisbury City Council is expected next week to give preliminary approval to a 60-day moratorium on adult businesses.

Strange box contained notes, raw chicken (2007-11-20)
Police in Ocean City have solved the mystery behind the strange wooden box found Saturday by a resident in the canal behind his home.

Dynamo beat Revolution 2-1 to repeat as MLS champions (2007-11-19)
D.C. United fans were disappointed that their team wasn't playing at RFK Stadium in yesterday's MLS Cup.

Browns 33 Ravens 30, OT (2007-11-19)
Phil Dawson booted a bizarre 51-yard field goal to send the game into overtime and then kicked the winning 33-yarder as the Cleveland Browns beat Baltimore 33-to-30.

Salisbury looking at limits on adult businesses (2007-11-19)
The Salisbury City Council is looking at regulations for adult-oriented businesses.

Flags get waiver in St. Michaels (2007-11-19)
The St. Michaels town commission has given a reprieve to shop owners who display flags to signal they are open for business.

N.Y. man arrested after traffic stop turns up phony merchandise (2007-11-19)
A Brooklyn, New York, man is facing charges in Pocomoke City after police say he was found driving a carload of counterfeit merchandise.

Gilmore announces 2008 U.S. Senate bid (2007-11-19)
Former Governor Jim Gilmore is running for the U.S. Senate seat from Virginia being vacated by fellow Republican John Warner, who's retiring.

Owens' 4 TDs snap Cowboys out of early funk, past Redskins (2007-11-19)
As disjointed as the Dallas Cowboys were yesterday, they still found a way to beat the Washington Redskins 28-23.

Analysis ranks Baltimore No. 12 on dangerous cities list (2007-11-19)
In another blow to the Motor City's tarnished image, Detroit pushed past St. Louis to become the nation's most dangerous city, according to a private research group's controversial analysis, released Sunday, of annual FBI crime statistics.

Annapolis council to vote on plastic bag ban (2007-11-19)
Annapolis is poised to consider what could be the nation's toughest plastic bag ban, and the first on the East Coast.

Suspects in Princess Anne shooting captured in NC (2007-11-16)
Two men wanted by the Maryland State Police in connection with a home invasion robbery and shooting on the Lower Eastern Shore, have been arrested in North Carolina.

Eastern Shore Focus - Show # 35: The Science of Science Fiction (2007-11-16)
Are science-fiction concepts such as a time-traveling DeLorean, multiple universes, and a faster-than-light starship based in real science, or just a fantasy dreamed up by creative writers and directors? We'll discuss all of that and more, with Dr. Mark E. Williams, Associate Professor at the UMES Department of Mathematics and Computer Sciences.

Slots bill faces vote in House committee (2007-11-15)
The debate over slot machines continues today in Annapolis.

Overnight closures for Bay Bridge resurfacing start this weekend (2007-11-15)
Maryland Transportation Authority officials say overnight lane closures associated with redecking work on the westbound span of the Bay Bridge will begin this weekend.

Three arrested for using stolen credit cards (2007-11-15)
State Police say three people used credit cards stolen from an Easton driving school to purchase more than $7,000 of gasoline.

Thieves steal catalytic converters from company's vans (2007-11-15)
For the second time this year, thieves have removed catalytic converters from vans belonging to a Denton business.

Businessman donates $50,000 for new Legion building (2007-11-15)
A Salisbury business owner is donating $50,000 toward construction of a new American Legion building.

School delays this morning (11/14/07) (2007-11-14)
Click above to see a listing of delayed school systems this morning (11/14/2007).

Oath given to first black Talbot council member (2007-11-14)
Talbot County Council's first black member has formally taken office.

Talbot Council authorizes land purchase for possible hospital (2007-11-14)
The Talbot County Council has approved legislation allowing the county to sweeten its land offer to Shore Health System, which is looking for a site for a new regional hospital.

School board rejects naming field after longtime coach (2007-11-14)
The Wicomico County school board has rejected a proposal to name the new football field at Wicomico County Stadium after 93-year-old Charlie Berry, the longtime county educator and high school football coach.

Md. House likely to add Frederick site for slots (2007-11-14)
As the House of Delegates prepares for a long-awaited showdown on slot machine gambling, leaders say the chamber is likely to add a Frederick gaming site in an attempt to sap business from West Virginia.

Fire rips through Salisbury home (2007-11-13)
Fire investigators are looking for the cause of a fire Monday that spread quickly through a Salisbury home.

Billick to continue as play-caller for the Ravens (2007-11-13)
Whether Steve McNair or Kyle Boller starts Sunday at quarterback for the Ravens may be an open question, but either way head coach Brian Billick will still be calling the plays.

Wicomico officials back from meeting with bond rating agencies (2007-11-13)
Wicomico County officials are back from their annual meeting in New York City with the three leading bond rating agencies.

Poultry companies to sign Va. pollution agreement (2007-11-13)
Several poultry companies will sign an agreement tomorrow to reduce nutrient pollution in Virginia rivers.

Md. House committee votes for $500 million in cuts (2007-11-13)
A House committee in the General Assembly has voted for about 500 million dollars in budget reductions.

Redskins safety Sean Taylor to miss 2-plus weeks with knee (2007-11-13)
Redskins safety Sean Taylor will miss at least two weeks with a knee injury.

Del. may recover money for flawed bridge ramps (2007-11-13)
Delaware's Transportation Secretary Carolann Wicks says it's too soon to assign blame for a costly setback to the Indian River Inlet Bridge project.

Tax bills erase O'Malley's proposed breaks (2007-11-13)
The tax bills that have cleared both houses of the Maryland General Assembly don't include the tax relief that Governor O'Malley had requested for working families.

O'Malley marks Veterans Day with visit to Shore cemetery (2007-11-12)
Governor Martin O'Malley marked Veterans Day with a visit Sunday to the Eastern Shore Veterans Cemetery in Hurlock.

Md. man killed in crash in Bear, Del. (2007-11-12)
Delaware State Police say a crash has claimed the life of a 60-year-old Berlin, Maryland, man.

Laurel man arrested after charging officers (2007-11-12)
Delaware State Police have arrested a Laurel man they say tried to commit "suicide by cop."

Eagles 33, Redskins 25 (2007-11-12)
Donovan McNabb and Brian Westbrook combined on a 57-yard touchdown with 3:16 left as Philadelphia came from behind to beat Washington 33-25.

New tower poised to open at Easton Airport (2007-11-12)
The new control tower at the Easton Airport is expected to be operation on Wednesday.

McNair: Probably the lowest point in career (2007-11-12)
Ravens quarterback Steve McNair say it's probably the lowest point in his career and he says he doesn't know what he needs to do about it.

Illegally built hunting cabins to be demolished (2007-11-12)
Wicomico County officials plan to visit Phillips Island this week to determine the best way to demolish five hunting cabins and a maintenance shed built there illegally by a former Tommy Hilfiger executive.

Jane Lowe, widow of former House Speaker, dies in Easton (2007-11-12)
Jane Lowe, the widow of former House of Delegates Speaker Thomas Lowe, has died in Easton.

Wizards 101, Hawks 90 (2007-11-12)
The Washington Wizards have won their first game of the season after an 0-and-5 start.

Notice to Mariners: Wallops Project November 14 (2007-11-11)
What: Navy targets When: November 14 (Launch day) November 15 and 16 (Backup days) Time: 8 - 11 a.m. and 1 - 5 p.m. (Scheduled launch activity) Communications: "Wallops Plot" on marine channel 12.

UMES to host Maryland Teacher of the Year (2007-11-11)
The University of Maryland Eastern Shore Department of Education hosts Maryland's new Teacher of the Year...

UMES hosts Tri-County College Fair (2007-11-11)
UMES recruitment officials hosts some 140 college and university recruiters from across the country during its sixth annual Tri-County College Fair...

Ocean City police say hotel robbery was staged (2007-11-09)
Ocean City police say an armed robbery this summer at the Stowaway Grand Hotel was an inside job.

Goods fenced on eBay solve Salisbury burglaries (2007-11-09)
Salisbury police say the sale of a stolen computer on eBay helped them solve a series of burglaries and thefts in the city.

Advocates outline ferry possibilities in report to state (2007-11-09)
Citizens calling for new ferry operations on the Chesapeake Bay are delivering a report to state Transportation Secretary John Porcari that identifies more than a dozen possible ferry destinations in Maryland and Virginia.

Eastern Shore Focus - Show # 34: The Strange World of Quantum Physics (2007-11-09)
In this edition of Eastern Shore Focus, we'll take a journey down the strange world of superconductors, superfluids and quantum computers, as we talk with Professor Anthony Leggett, one of the recipients of the 2003 Nobel Prize for Physics.

Teen stabbed in bus stop fight (2007-11-09)
Police in Fruitland say a teenager was stabbed in the neck during a fight at a school bus stop.

Easton won't require sprinklers in existing homes (2007-11-08)
The members of the Easton Town Council have reached an agreement on a residential fire sprinkler proposal.

Waterfowl Festival to open in Easton (2007-11-08)
The 37th annual Waterfowl Festival begins with a preview tonight in Easton followed by three days of festivities.

Dem gains may sharpen partisan clashes; Kaine's challenges remain (2007-11-08)
The Senate majority Democrats won this year brings many strategic advantages, but Governor Tim Kaine says he knows he still will have to make his case to have a chance of getting any of his legislative priorities approved.

Senators visit Washington (2007-11-08)
The Washington Capitals will try to stop the Senators tonight from extending their best start in NHL history and a franchise-record winning streak.

Senate works on amendments to slot machine legislation (2007-11-08)
The Maryland Senate has given preliminary approval to holding a November 2008 referendum on slot machine gambling and is moving toward voting on Governor Martin O'Malley's plan to address the state's budget deficit.

DelDOT budget doesn't include funds for Sunday buses (2007-11-08)
The Delaware Transportation Department's budget request for the next fiscal year does not include funds for Sunday transit service.

Cambridge woman convicted in fatal beating (2007-11-08)
A Cambridge woman has been convicted of second-degree murder in the fatal beating of her husband.

OC man charged with stabbing roommate (2007-11-07)
An Ocean City man has been arrested in the stabbing of his roommate.

Worcester commissioners oppose slots for Ocean Downs (2007-11-07)
The Worcester County commissioners have gone on record against Governor Martin O'Malley's proposal to allow slot machine gambling at Ocean Downs racetrack.

Same robbers believed responsible for nine Salisbury robberies (2007-11-07)
Salisbury police believe two or three young men are responsible for at least nine armed robberies in the area during October.

Verdict on Ravens: Pretty embarrassing, but don't panic (2007-11-07)
The Baltimore Ravens' humiliating meltdown Monday night got so ugly that Hall of Fame Steelers cornerback Mel Blount took a shot at them from the sidelines.

Two Accomack County supervisors re-elected (2007-11-07)
Donald Hart Jr., the longest-tenured member of Accomack's Board of Supervisor, and Supervisor Grayson Chesser each won re-election on Tuesday night.

Maryland woman dies in crash near Seaford (2007-11-07)
Delaware State Police are investigating a two-vehicle crash near Seaford that killed a Federalsburg, Maryland, woman.

Trial under way for Cambridge woman accused of murder (2007-11-07)
Peggy Kato of Cambridge says she wants justice for her murdered son, Rowland Travers.

Eastern Shore Focus - Show # 33: The Ward Museum of Wildfowl Art (2007-11-06)
In this program, we learn about the history of wildfowl art on the Eastern Shore, and later take a brief tour of the Ward Museum of Wildfowl Art in Salisbury, with Executive Director Lora Bottinelli.

Beef recall affects 1 northeastern Giant chain (2007-11-05)
Giant Food stores in Maryland are affected by a recall of more than 1 million pounds of ground beef due to a possible E. coli contamination.

Wicomico law enforcement makes 17 arrests in 2-day operation (2007-11-05)
Wicomico County law enforcement made 17 arrests in five locations around the county during a two-day operation aimed at drug activity.

Senate works on slots proposal (2007-11-05)
A special session of the Maryland General Assembly heads into its second week today.

More talk expected about proposed Maryland Green Fund (2007-11-05)
Maryland lawmakers returning to Annapolis today will take a fresh crack at a proposal to levy a development fee to raise 85 million dollars a year for Chesapeake Bay cleanup.

Ravens to play Pittsburgh for division lead (2007-11-05)
The Ravens are in Pittsburgh for tonight's battle for first-place in the AFC North.

Numbers show jump in Mid-Shore foreclosures (2007-11-05)
Statistics from five Mid-Shore counties show the nation's foreclosure crisis is hitting close to home.

Suisham's 46-yard FG leads Redskins to 23-20 victory over Jets (2007-11-05)
After Clinton Portis ran all over the New York Jets, Shaun Suisham kicked the Washington Redskins to victory.

Home sales drop 24 percent in September (2007-11-05)
Home sales in Virginia fell 24.4 percent in September from the same month a year ago.

Parking rates and fines could rise in Salisbury (2007-11-05)
It could soon cost more to park in downtown Salisbury.

National Weather Service issues wind advisory (2007-11-02)
The National Weather Service has issued a wind advisory, which remains in effect from 2 p.m. this afternoon until 11 a.m. Saturday.

Man indicted in fatal crash that killed school official (2007-11-01)
A Queen Anne's County grand jury has formally indicted the San Diego, California, man charged in the August crash that killed long-time county school administrator John Andrews.

Small businesses on Shore eligible for drought assistance (2007-11-01)
Small businesses in Somerset and Worcester Counties, may be eligible for federal disaster assistance, in the wake of the drought that has hit the region this year.

Md. poultry farmers to meet with scientists on pollution (2007-11-01)
Scientists and environmentalists plan to sit down with chicken farmers today at an all-day summit about pollution in the poultry industry.

Acid spill blocks off parts of Lake Street in Salisbury (2007-11-01)
A Salisbury fire official says that an acid spill has caused the fire department to close off a portion of Lake Street, near Charles H. Chipman Elementary School.

Opening of new airport tower delayed (2007-11-01)
The new control tower at the Easton Airport is ready for use, but there's still no word when it will be put into service.

Md. poultry farms subject of more pollution attention (2007-10-31)
Poultry farms in Maryland are getting more attention from state officials who want to promote ways to reduce pollution from chicken farming.

Robbery suspect jumps from third-story window (2007-10-31)
Police say a suspect jumped out of a third-story window after trying to break into an apartment in Princess Anne.

Talbot County Council to get first African-American member (2007-10-31)
The Talbot County Council has filled a seat that's been vacant more than two months.

Students arrested on drug charges after traffic stop (2007-10-31)
Two University of Maryland Eastern Shore, students are facing drug charges following a traffic stop in Wicomico County.

West Salisbury affected by water main break (2007-10-31)
Businesses and residences in western portions of Salisbury experienced a water outage yesterday evening, due to a water main break in the area.

Drought prompts Kaine to urge conservation (2007-10-31)
Governor Tim Kaine is urging stepped-up water conservation because of the drought and prospects for a drier-than-normal winter.

Wizards start season in Indianapolis (2007-10-31)
Last season, Gilbert Arenas boldly predicted the Washington Wizards would reach the NBA finals. A season-ending knee injury left that prediction unfulfilled.

Salisbury Police looking for suspects in armed robberies (2007-10-31)
Salisbury Police report that detectives have been investigating a series of armed robberies that have been occurring in the south and southeast portions of the city.

Ex-Redskin Green among 124 modern-era Hall-of-Fame nominees (2007-10-31)
Former Redskins cornerback Darrell Green is among 124 preliminary nominees for the Pro Football Hall of Fame's Class of 2008.

Nobel Laureate for Physics visits UMES (2007-10-30)
Students, faculty and staff at the University of Maryland Eastern Shore had the opportunity to hear a lecture this past Friday by visiting professor, and recipient of the 2003 Nobel Prize for Physics, Sir Anthony Leggett.

Shore Delegate concerned about O'Malley's tax proposals (2007-10-30)
Now that Maryland's special legislative session is underway in Annapolis, legislators will have to decide on whether or not to approve Governor Martin O'Malley's proposals to reduce the state's $1.7 billion budget deficit.

Pedestrian killed in Fruitland accident (2007-10-30)
Fruitland Police are investigating a traffic accident that killed a pedestrian.

Animal cruelty case probed in Talbot County (2007-10-30)
The Talbot County Sheriff's Office is investigating an animal cruelty case in the Royal Acres neighborhood in Royal Oak.

Smoking ban starts Thursday on Shore Health grounds (2007-10-30)
Starting Thursday, Shore Health System will extend its smoking ban to the grounds of its facilities on the Mid-Shore.

Resort's hotel association opposes slot machines (2007-10-30)
Ocean City's Hotel Motel Restaurant Association is going on record against proposals for legal slot machines in Maryland.

Some Worcester residents fear slots will mean more traffic (2007-10-29)
Governor Martin O'Malley's slot machine proposal calls for 3,250 machines in Berlin.

Patriots 52, Redskins 7 (2007-10-29)
Tom Brady had another outstanding game as New England blasted Washington 52-7, leaving the Patriots 8-and-0 heading into next weekend's game against Indianapolis.

School bus trip leads to investigation (2007-10-29)
Delaware's Attorney General's Office is looking into a school bus ride in Harrington that ended Thursday with a police investigation and busload of upset children.

Patriots activate Seymour for first time this season (2007-10-29)
New England defensive end Richard Seymour was active for the first time this season as the Washington Redskins fell to the Patriots.

Delaware man dies in Shore crash (2007-10-29)
Maryland State Police in Easton say a Seaford, Delaware, man was killed early Saturday morning when his car collided with a tractor trailer on Route 313, south of Federalsburg.

Meeting tonight in Cambridge to consider performance audit (2007-10-29)
Cambridge city commissioners have scheduled an emergency meeting for this evening to consider whether the city should spend an estimated $38,000 for a performance audit.

Summit scheduled to address nutrient pollution from chicken farms (2007-10-29)
Researchers and environmental leaders are scheduled to appear Thursday in Salisbury for what's billed as an Eastern Shore Poultry Summit.

Fee to be charged for state help with child support collection (2007-10-29)
Starting this month, parents who need the state to help them collect child support will have to pay a $25 dollar annual fee.

Aircraft to be loaned to Dorchester Sheriff's Office (2007-10-25)
A Department of Justice program will make it possible for the Dorchester County Sheriff's Office to fight crime from the air.

Stuckey breaks left hand in Detroit's 104-85 win over Washington (2007-10-25)
A tough night for the Wizards in a 104-85 preseason loss to the Detroit Pistons.

Police charge man posing as escaped convict (2007-10-25)
State police say what started in St. Michaels as prank went too far this month when a man posing as an escaped convict alarmed a motorist and caused an unnecessary police search.

State NAACP convention to open Friday in Ocean City (2007-10-25)
The 67th annual Maryland NAACP State Conference Convention opens tomorrow and continues Saturday at the Princess Royale Hotel in Ocean City.

Girl, 13, shot during robbery near Bridgeville (2007-10-25)
Delaware State Police detectives are interviewing a person of interest in a robbery and shooting near Bridgeville that wounded a 13-year-old girl.

Rain at last, but drought persists (2007-10-25)
The Mid-Atlantic region is getting what experts hope is the first substantial rain in weeks, but experts say it's not enough to reverse a five-month drought.

Ovechkin, Clark lead Capitals past Lightning, 5-3 (2007-10-25)
Capitals captain Chris Clark scored his first two goals, and a juggled lineup produced the team's biggest scoring output of the season in a 5-3 victory over the Tampa Bay Lightning.

Woman sentenced in theft from Salisbury business (2007-10-25)
A Mardela Springs woman has been given a ten-year prison sentence for stealing $120,000 from her employer.

Follow-up planned to 1968 race relations report (2007-10-24)
Four decades after a federal advisory panel's prominent report on the causes of race riots in seven U.S. cities, researchers are planning a follow-up.

Gilchrest bill would halt menhaden harvests (2007-10-24)
Maryland Congressman Wayne Gilchrest has introduced legislation that could halt harvests of menhaden in state and federal waters.

Charges refiled against Salisbury officer (2007-10-24)
Wicomico County prosecutors have refiled rape and burglary charges against former Salisbury police officer Tracy Sparpaglione.

Virginia's fall wildfire season could be one of the worst (2007-10-24)
Experts say dry conditions across Virginia may be setting the commonwealth up for one of the worst wildfire seasons on record.

Nats say fans can park at RFK, but city officials still not sure (2007-10-24)
The Washington Nationals say they expect some fans to park at RFK Stadium next season and ride a shuttle to the new ballpark more than two miles away.

Racing commission approves Rosecroft sale (2007-10-24)
The Maryland Racing Commission has approved the sale of Rosecroft Raceway to Penn Maryland, a subsidiary of national racetrack and casino operator Penn National Gaming.

Forecast says more than 1,040,000 in Delaware by 2030 (2007-10-24)
The latest numbers from state population forecasters show the state will grow to 1 million citizens in about 15 years and the population will grow by about another 40,000 people by the year 2030.

Builder files to pull out of Salisbury redevelopment deal (2007-10-24)
The principal home builder in the plan to redevelop the former Salisbury Mall property has filed to cancel its contract with developer Salisbury Mall Associates.

Millar takes heat for Fenway appearance (2007-10-23)
The Orioles say they received some complaints Monday after first-baseman Kevin Millar threw out the first pitch for Sunday's American League Championship game at Fenway Park.

Americhem to close Salisbury plant (2007-10-23)
Ohio-based Americhem says it will close its manufacturing plant in Salisbury and move the production there to other Americhem sites.

State selling seedlings descended from Wye Oak (2007-10-23)
It's been five years since the demise of Maryland's famed Wye Oak but one of its descendants could end up in your yard.<

Salisbury council grants extension for late landlords (2007-10-23)
The Salisbury City Council has extended the deadline for city landlords to register their properties.

Two Delmar students reported to have MRSA (2007-10-23)
Delmar Middle School officials say two students have reported cases of MRSA, the antibiotic-resistant staph infection known by some as the "superbug."

Four Bonanza restaurants closed (2007-10-23)
The owners of three Bonanza Restaurants in Delaware and one in Maryland say the restaurants have closed and about 200 people are out of work.

Governor warns of cost of delay if budget plan fails (2007-10-23)
Governor Martin O'Malley on Tuesday outlined a long list of budget cuts that will be needed if his proposals to handle a $1.7 billion budget defict fail.

Hawks win again in preseason, beating Wizards (2007-10-23)
Josh Smith and Marvin Williams scored 24 points apiece, leading the Atlanta Hawks to another preseason win, 103-99 over the Washington Wizards on Monday night.

Americhem to close Salisbury plant (2007-10-23)
Ohio-based Americhem says it will close its manufacturing plant in Salisbury and move the production there to other Americhem sites.

Drowning of boater in June ruled accidental (2007-10-22)
Maryland Natural Resources Police have concluded their investigation into the discovery of a body this summer in Worton Creek.

Minner declares drought watch, asks for voluntary conservation (2007-10-22)
Delaware Governor Ruth Ann Minner has declared a statewide drought watch.

The tomato crowned the king of Virginia field crops (2007-10-22)
Tomato -- not tobacco, peanuts, cotton or soybeans -- is the new king in Virginia.

Eastern Shore Focus - Show # 32: Dry Wells on Lower Shore (Pt. 2) (2007-10-22)
In Part 2, we'll learn more about what may be causing wells to dry up on the Lower Shore. We'll uncover the points of view of both sides of a legal case involving local residents who've lost use of their wells, and a nearby sod farm. And we'll also hear from Delegate Page Elmore and Jay Sakai, of the Maryland Department of the Environment, as they provide their thoughts on the well situation.

Ravens limping into bye week (2007-10-22)
The Ravens are limping into their bye week, hoping to get healthy after yesterday's 19-14 loss in Buffalo.

Hebron woman charged in crash that injured six (2007-10-22)
A Hebron woman is facing criminal charges in a traffic accident one year ago this month that injured six people.

Redskins hold on to beat Cardinals 21-19 (2007-10-22)
The Washington Redskins dodged a couple of bullets in a sloppy 21-19 victory over visiting Arizona.

Del. man catches record Spanish mackerel in Chesapeake Bay (2007-10-22)
Maryland Department of Natural Resources officials say a Delaware man caught a record Spanish mackerel, the largest ever caught in the Maryland waters of the Chesapeake Bay.

Worcester developmental center has temporary site in mind (2007-10-22)
Operators of the Worcester County Developmental Center hope to open full-time in a temporary facility in Snow Hill by the middle of November.

Cambridge man charged with rape of girl, 12 (2007-10-22)
A Cambridge man is facing charges in the alleged rape of a 12-year-old girl. Cambridge police say 18-year-old Ja'Baar Terry raped the girl as she was walking through the Waugh Cemetery.

Newark police offering to rid parties of crashers (2007-10-21)
Newark police say they will help party throwers get rid of crashers or unmanageable crowds.

Va. looks to tighten teacher licensure system (2007-10-21)
Virginia education officials are looking into tightening the state's teacher licensure system to ensure that people who sexually abuse children aren't allowed to return to the classroom -- perhaps in another city or county -- to repeat their crimes.

State officials say Bush fishing proposal won't affect Maryland much (2007-10-21)
State officials say President Bush's initiative to encourage conservation of striped bass and red drum won't have much effect in Maryland.

Naval Academy investigating sexual assault allegations (2007-10-21)
The Naval Academy is investigating allegations of sexual assualt.

Trimper Rides to remain open in O.C. in 2008 (2007-10-19)
The family that has operated the boardwalk rides and arcades in Ocean City for 117 years now plans to stay in business at least one more year.

Man shot in Salisbury (2007-10-19)
Salisbury police are investigating a shooting that wounded a 21-year-old city man.

Judge won't move vehicular homicide case out of county (2007-10-19)
A judge in Caroline County has rejected a request for a change of venue in a criminal case involving a traffic accident that killed a motorcyclist.

Commission approves college apartment complex (2007-10-19)
The Salisbury-Wicomico County Planning and Zoning Commission has approved plans for an apartment complex for college students in Salisbury.

MDE says cause of well failures difficult to pinpoint (2007-10-19)
Officials at the Maryland Department of the Environment (MDE) say that they still are not sure of what exactly caused the level of groundwater in the Manokin aquifer to drop.

Ocean City makes first prostitution arrests of the year (2007-10-19)
Ocean City police say prostitutes are using the Internet to advertise their services in the resort.

Oystermen form policy group (2007-10-18)
Watermen are banding together in hopes of shaping state oyster policies.

Attempt to suppress evidence denied in park rape case (2007-10-18)
A Caroline County judge has handed a setback to a Denton man who was charged in June with imprisoning and raping a woman in a public restroom at a Denton park.

School Delays for 10/18/07 (2007-10-18)
Click here to find a listing of the lastest school delays for Thursday, October 18, 2007.

Commission to consider college apartment complex (2007-10-18)
The Salisbury-Wicomico County Planning and Zoning Commission is expected today to consider plans for an apartment complex for college students in Salisbury.

Former governor campaigns for GOP challenger (2007-10-18)
Former Governor Bob Ehrlich is stepping into a hotly contested congressional race among Republicans on the Eastern Shore -- and he's not backing the incumbent.

Oystermen form policy group (2007-10-18)
Watermen are banding together in hopes of shaping state oyster policies.

President Bush to visit St. Michaels (2007-10-18)
President Bush is planning a visit this Saturday to Maryland's Eastern Shore.

Towson players suspended following drug arrests (2007-10-17)
Towson University has suspended two football players for violating the university's code of conduct.

FAA doesn't believe metal from the sky came from aircraft (2007-10-17)
The Federal Aviation Administration is still trying to determine what it was that crashed through the roof of a parked SUV in Stanton, but officials don't believe it came from an aircraft.

SU president questioned about Facebook profile (2007-10-17)
Salisbury University President Janet Dudley-Eshbach is facing questions about photographs that were posted with her profile on the social networking Web site Facebook.

Dogs in Wicomico can be put down after first bite (2007-10-17)
The Wicomico County Council has approved a measure allowing the county to euthanize a dog after it bites someone the first time.

Ocean City leaders vote to address noise (2007-10-17)
Elected officials in Ocean City have given preliminary approval to a new measure to reduce noise.

State still prepares to execute Emmett, despite pending case challenging injection's constitutionality (2007-10-17)
Although several other states halted executions after the U.S. Supreme Court agreed to review claims that lethal injection is unconstitutionally cruel, Virginia is still preparing to execute a killer.

State to hear comments on Snow Hill intersection (2007-10-17)
The State Highway Administration is taking comments from the public about safety at a Snow Hill intersection.

Attorney: Case, one of two against physician, won't be prosecuted (2007-10-16)
A defense attorney says prosecutors have decided not to prosecute a Salisbury physician accused of sexual offense and assault against a patient.

Resort officials approve ordinance involving height violation (2007-10-16)
Elected leaders in Ocean City have given preliminary approval to an ordinance settling the dispute over the height of a building erected on 81st Street.

Boller starts for Ravens, but it's still McNair's job (2007-10-16)
Steve McNair was tired of trying to play in pain. Baltimore Ravens coach Brian Billick ran out of patience waiting for the quarterback to heal.

Poll: Carney ahead of potential rivals in name recognition (2007-10-16)
A new poll shows a drop in the approval rating for Delaware Governor Ruth Ann Minner, but also shows no clear front-runner to succeed her in office.

Hearing today on Worcester hotel room tax hike (2007-10-16)
The Worcester County Commissioners will hold a public hearing today on a proposal to raise the county's hotel room tax.

Nation's 'first' baby boomer applies for Social Security (2007-10-16)
The baby boomers' stampede for Social Security benefits has begun.

Expert says drought could steer birds away from region (2007-10-16)
A waterfowl expert with Maryland's Department of Natural Resources says migratory birds may bypass the Eastern Shore because of the drought.

Redskins lose 3 linemen in loss to Packers (2007-10-16)
The Redskins are dealing with the aftereffects of losing three offensive linemen to injuries in the same game.

Packers 17, Redskins 14 (2007-10-15)
Green Bay bounced back from its first loss of the season with a come-from behind 17-14 victory over the Washington Redskins at soggy Lambeau Field.

Commission head quits in flap about Mayor's membership (2007-10-15)
The head of the Ocean City Tourism Commission has resigned over objections to a change in rules allowing Mayor Richard Meehan to serve on the panel as a voting member.

Verizon announces domestic violence grants for 19 Va. (2007-10-15)
Verizon Wireless is providing grants totaling $145,000 for 19 domestic violence organizations across Virginia.

Fruitland plans new city hall (2007-10-15)
Fruitland is one of the fastest growing communities in Wicomico County and officials there are planning a new city hall to keep up with that growth.

Examination confirms beached whales were dying (2007-10-15)
The Marine Education, Research and Rehabilitation Institute in Lewes says the two whales that were euthanized after they beached last month on the Delaware shore both had health problems.

Salisbury shelter has no room for some families (2007-10-15)
Officials with the Christian Shelter in Salisbury say they've had to turn away 300 people seeking shelter this month.

Ravens force 6 turnovers, bully winless Rams in 22-3 rout (2007-10-15)
The Baltimore Ravens got their swagger back, bullying Gus Frerotte and the winless Saint Louis Rams into submission during a rare blowout.

Salmonella cases include Va. (2007-10-15)
Health officials say contaminated pot pies have been linked to at least 174 salmonella cases in 32 states -- including six in Virginia.

Skin infections spreading in many schools (2007-10-13)
Officials are reminding citizens about the importance of handwashing and other preventative measures after schools across the country have reported outbreaks of staph infections, including an antibiotic-resistant strain.

Gerard Capano sentenced to probation (2007-10-13)
Gerard J. Capano was sentenced to two years probation and fined $5,000 today for his guilty plea to felony weapon possession by a prohibited person.

Eastern Shore Focus - Show # 31: Dry Wells on Lower Shore (Pt. 1) (2007-10-12)
For the past few months, wells have been drying up along the Wicomico / Somerset county line. In this edition of Eastern Shore Focus, we'll hear from the leaders of both counties, as they explain what's been causing this problem - and what's being done about it.

Ward Museum to host Chesapeake Wildfowl Expo (2007-10-12)
This Friday and Saturday, the Ward Museum will be hosting the Chesapeake Wildfowl Expo - which will feature antique decoys, duck head carving competitions and plenty of opportunities for children and adults to learn about the world of wild-fowl art.

Drought conditions impact area wells (2007-10-12)
For residents of the Eden and Allen communities, near the Wicomico and Somerset county line, this year's drought has caused a number of private wells to dry up.

Dog found hanged in Dover (2007-10-11)
The Kent County SPCA is investigating an animal cruelty case in Dover.

Advocate told Salisbury MADD chapter would close (2007-10-11)
The Salisbury chapter of Mothers Against Drunk Driving has reportedly shut its doors.

Ravens' Rolle practices, expects to play after 3-week absence (2007-10-11)
Baltimore Ravens cornerback Samari Rolle practiced in full gear yesterday and hopes to return to the starting lineup Sunday after a three-game absence.

Queenstown man dies in crash near Centreville (2007-10-11)
State police say one person was killed and two people were hurt in a three-car crash in Queen Anne's County.

Wizards' Etan Thomas to undergo heart surgery (2007-10-11)
Wizards center Etan Thomas will have open-heart surgery today to repair a leak of the aortic valve.

Moss practices, Randle El sits (2007-10-11)
Redskins receiver Santana Moss looks like he's getting over his groin injury.

Maryland deer falling to gnat disease (2007-10-11)
State wildlife officials say a disease spread by gnats is killing deer in Maryland, though the disease poses no threat to humans.

Trash-to-energy plant operating in Wicomico (2007-10-11)
The Lower Shore now has its first trash-to-energy power plant.

Delaware insurance company fined for noncompliance (2007-10-10)
Delaware's Insurance Commissioner has fined a Texas-based insurance company because it isn't complying with state laws.

UMES receives $150K gift from PRMC (2007-10-10)
Yesterday, the University of Maryland Eastern Shore received a big boost for it's Physician Assistant Program, in the form of a $150,000 gift from the Peninsula Regional Medical Center.

Police: Death of woman found dead in Leipsic River was homicide (2007-10-10)
State police say the death of a 25-year-old Smyrna woman whose body was pulled from the Leipsic River on Monday was a homicide.

UMES to provide free screenings for depression (2007-10-10)
Depression affects an estimated nine percent of all American adults. But for many college students, the transition to college life can be an especially difficult one - that can affect appetite, sleep and mood

O.C. Council to hear about bridge closing plans (2007-10-09)
Elected officials in Ocean City are scheduled to hear more today from the State Highway Administration about plans to close the Route 50 drawbridge for repairs.

Suspected Salisbury gang head sentenced for gun crimes (2007-10-09)
A reputed Salisbury gang leader has been sentenced to 24 years in prison.

Gilchrest returning from Iraq (2007-10-09)
First District Congressman Wayne Gilchrest is on his way back to the U.S. after spending almost a week in Iraq.

Salisbury Council considers possible break for late landlords (2007-10-09)
The Salisbury City Council has given preliminary approval to an ordinance granting extension to landlords who are late with renewals of rental registrations and lead paint certifications.

Ravens rely on rookies to anchor depleted offensive line (2007-10-09)
The Baltimore Ravens have nearly as many injuries on the offensive line as they do touchdowns this season. Neither number is particularly encouraging for the lowest-scoring team in the AFC North.

Teens charged in Salisbury vandalism spree (2007-10-09)
Wicomico County officials say a Salisbury University freshman and three high school students have been charged in a vandalism spree that damaged at least 55 properties.

Md. educators to tackle ticklish topic: what if 1,000s fail test? (2007-10-09)
Maryland began planning more than a decade ago for a mandatory exit exam for high school students. But officials may not be prepared for the political fallout if large numbers of the Class of 2009 fail it.

Redskins' Daniels, Randle El and Washington 'questionable' (2007-10-09)
Phillip Daniels, Antwaan Randle El and Marcus Washington are trying to sound confident they'll play next week when the Redskins visit the Green Bay Packers.

Father says informant knows daughter's killers (2007-10-09)
The father of a murdered Rehoboth Beach woman says a police informant knows who killed his daughter but hasn't provided the information that could result in an arrest.

Federalsburg man arrested in fatal hit-and-run accident (2007-10-08)
A Federalsburg man has been arrested and charged in hit-and-run accident that killed Brookview Town Councilman Russell Powell.

Colburn says tax hike will hurt Shore businesses (2007-10-08)
A state Senator from the Mid-Shore is supporting the challenger in the upcoming Republican primary in Maryland's First Congressional District.

Vandalism reported in Wicomico County (2007-10-08)
The Wicomico Sheriff's office is investigating a vandalism spree that resulted in damaged mailboxes, lawns and vehicles.

Salisbury's chief's lawsuit moved to Worcester County (2007-10-08)
It'll be a few more weeks before a Salisbury Police Chief Allan Webster gets his day in court.

School delays this morning - 10/08/2007 (2007-10-08)
Click above to see a listing of delayed school systems this morning.

Salisbury Council to discuss possible break for late landlords (2007-10-08)
Salisbury landlords who are late with lead paint certifications and renewals of rental certifications could get a break from the city.

Sales tax holiday on certain Energy Star items ends tonight (2007-10-08)
The four-day Virginia sales tax holiday on certain energy-efficient appliances and products ends at midnight.

UMES professor published (2007-10-06)
Dr. Gurdeep S. Hura, professor and chair of the Department of Mathematics and Computer Science at the University of Maryland Eastern Shore, is the author of a chapter recently published in the Handbook of Computer Networks, Vols. I, II and III, John Wiley and Sons, 2007.

America's Prison System in Crisis (2007-10-05)
WESM talks to Ted Koppel as he uncovers why the nation's prison system is so overcrowded and overburdened, it's reaching a breaking point.

Eastern Shore Focus - Show # 30: Prison Overcrowding / Wildfowl Art Expo (2007-10-05)
We'll talk with Ted Koppel, as he uncovers why the nation's prison system is so overcrowded and overburdened, it's reaching a breaking point. We'll also take a visit to the Ward Museum of Wildfowl Art in Salisbury - to learn about the Chesapeake Wildfowl Expo.

Cruisin' weekend returns to Ocean City (2007-10-04)
The street rods and hot rods return today to Ocean City for the 10th annual Endless Summer Cruisin' weekend.

Ocean City warns beachgoers of explosives on beach (2007-10-04)
Fire authorities in Ocean City are warning beachgoers of dangers in the sand after two small explosive devices were found along the resort town's 10-mile beach.

1 in 4 disabled in U.S. smoke, compared with 1 in 5 non-disabled (2007-10-04)
According to a new study, Americans with disabilities smoke more than everyone else -- and nowhere more than Delaware.

Teacher sentenced in sex abuse of girl ordered back to jail (2007-10-04)
A former Centreville Middle School teacher who was found guilty in the sexual abuse of a minor has been ordered to return to jail to complete his 18-month sentence.

Analysis: Many kids with Medicaid hadn't seen dentist in years (2007-10-04)
A congressional analysis found that nearly 11,000 Medicaid eligible children in Maryland hadn't seen a dentist in four years and another 22,000 hadn't seen one in two years.

Families fight to end well use at Somerset farm (2007-10-04)
A lawyer representing 29 families with dry wells in Somerset and Wicomico Counties wants to bar a sod farm in Eden from using its wells for irrigation.

School delays this morning - 10/04/2007 (2007-10-04)
Click above to see a listing of delayed school systems this morning.

Allegany County prosecutor decides not to be gaming decider (2007-10-03)
Allegany County's chief prosecutor is backing away from the fine line between slot machines and legal gambling machines.

School delays this morning (2007-10-03)
Click above to see a listing of delayed school systems this morning.

Hagerstown considers law requiring leashes on dogs (2007-10-03)
It could become illegal to walk an unleashed dog in Hagerstown.

Undersized crabs seized in federal probe to fed to zoo animals (2007-10-02)
Undersized crabs seized recently from Crisfield seafood wholesalers will be fed Wednesday to animals at the Maryland Zoo in Baltimore.

Water searched after boat runs aground in Ocean City (2007-10-02)
Maryland Natural Resources officials are searching the water around Ocean City for a man who is believed to have fallen overboard from a boat that ran aground near the U.S. Route 50 Bridge.

Shooting probed in Easton (2007-10-02)
Easton Police are looking for the person who shot and wounded a Trappe man.

Ocean City looks to refinance old bonds at lower rate (2007-10-02)
Elected officials in Ocean City have given preliminary approval to a bond refinancing ordinance that the resort says could save $517,000 in future interest payments.

Downtown in ethanol market won't affect planned plant in Somerset (2007-10-02)
The company hoping to open an ethanol plant in Somerset County is moving forward with its plans, despite a recent drop in ethanol prices.

Portis limited in practice, expected to play (2007-10-02)
Despite a full week to rest, Redskins running back Clinton Portis was limited in practice yesterday because of concern over his persistently ailing knee.

Ravens score once in five tries from Browns red zone (2007-10-02)
Ravens coach Brian Billick is trying to figure out why his team can get inside the 20-yard line, but can't seem to score touchdowns.

Sussex council to vote on power to issue bonds (2007-10-02)
Sussex County Council is expected to vote today on a measure that could make paying for highway improvements associated with new homes less burdensome for the developers.

Browns stun Ravens 27-13 (2007-10-01)
Derek Anderson threw two touchdown passes and Jamal Lewis ran for one against his former teammates as the Cleveland Browns surprised the Baltimore Ravens 27-13 on Sunday.

Deal Island firefighters get rescue boat (2007-10-01)
The Deal Island-Chance Volunteer Fire Company has a new rescue boat. And it's already proving its value.

Teen held for Cambridge shooting (2007-10-01)
Cambridge Police have arrested a man in a home invasion and shooting that left a man in critical condition.

Md. plus 7 states in seeking more health coverage for kids (2007-10-01)
Maryland has joined other states in litigation aimed at expanding health coverage for children through the Children's Health Insurance Program.

Phillies 6, Nationals 1 (2007-10-01)
Philadelphia's Phillies are champions of the National League East.

Markakis voted Orioles 2007 MVP (2007-10-01)
Nick Markakis is the the Baltimore Orioles' 2007 MVP.

3 linked to Queen Anne's assault arrested in Delaware (2007-10-01)
Delaware State police say they've arrested three men wanted in an assault in Queen Anne's County, Maryland.

Ocean City library to open in January 2008 (2007-10-01)
The new Ocean City library is expected to open on schedule early next year.

Gilchrest to travel to Iraq (2007-10-01)
Congressman Wayne Gilchrest will travel to Iraq this week along with a small delegation of congressmen to see first hand the security situation in the region.

Man stabbed 9 times after argument (2007-09-28)
Investigators in Wicomico County say a man was hospitalized after he was stabbed nine times near Salisbury.

Nationals in Philadelphia (2007-09-28)
The Washington Nationals don't open their series against Philadelphia until tonight, but they have already had a hand in helping the Phillies reach the top of their division.

Bail increased for alleged university gunman (2007-09-28)
A court of common pleas judge has increased bail for the Delaware State University student accused of shooting two other students.

Maryland Transportation Authority releases bay traffic study (2007-09-28)
A recent Maryland Transportation Authority study shows not enough people would use a transit-only system across the Chesapeake Bay to make it cost-effective.

Town tries to block Hooters by requiring chains to blend in (2007-09-28)
Chesapeake City town officials have approved an ordinance that requires chain businesses to alter architecture, menus and decor to blend with the quaint town.

Orioles 8 Blue Jays 5 (2007-09-28)
Luis Hernandez, Jay Payton and J.R. House homered in Baltimore's 8-5 triumph over Toronto.

Nationals look to finish season strong (2007-09-28)
The Nationals have eclipsed last year's victory total after sweeping the New York Mets this week.

Council approves fire sprinkler requirement for new homes (2007-09-28)
The Talbot County council approved a bill requiring fire sprinklers in new homes and homes undergoing significant renovation.

Salisbury pays county $1 owed for more than a decade (2007-09-28)
Salisbury has finally paid the one dollar it has owed Wicomico County for more than a decade.

Audit finds $4,500 in food missing (2007-09-27)
Somerset County school officials say a recent school system audit found $4,500 in food missing from Crisfield High School's cafeteria.

Businessman wants Christmas parade to move (2007-09-27)
A Salisbury businessman wants the city's annual Christmas parade to move to another road.

Crisfield reduces building height limits (2007-09-27)
Crisfield City Council members adopted two changes to the city's zoning code last night.

School delays this morning (2007-09-27)
Click above to see a listing of delayed school systems this morning.

City, Nats hit transportation snags (2007-09-27)
The Nationals and D.C. officials are working to get past transportation snags that could keep the Nats' new stadium from opening on time.

Retailers call for full casinos, not just slots (2007-09-27)
The Maryland Retailers Association is calling for legislation approving not just slots, but full casinos.

Man wearing "Scary Movie" mask robs convenience store (2007-09-27)
Delaware State Police say a man wearing a mask from the movie "Scary Movie" robbed a Seaford convenience store with a handgun.

Radio Shack employee charged with theft (2007-09-27)
Denton police have charged a Radio Shack employee with stealing money meant to be deposited on behalf of the store.

Three taken to hospital after school bus crash (2007-09-26)
Three children were taken to a hospital yesterday after a pickup truck rear-ended a Wicomico County school bus and crashed south of Delmar.

Man accused of abusing boy at home (2007-09-26)
An Easton man is accused of abusing a child at his home.

Mets' ninth-inning rally falls just short in 10-9 loss to Nats (2007-09-26)
The scrappy Nationals have cost the NL East-leading New York Mets another chance to expand their cushion.

Ocean City investigating June air show (2007-09-26)
Ocean City's mayor and town council has voted to pursue a June waterfront air show.

Princess Anne mulls youth curfew (2007-09-26)
Town Commissioners in Princess Anne are asking the police chief to research the impact of a youth curfew.

Denton group plans arts district (2007-09-26)
The Denton Development Corporation are hoping the town will soon be a vital commercial entity, not just a sleepy bedroom community.

Somerset commissioners ban outdoor burning (2007-09-26)
After a series of field fires in Somerset County, the county commissioners banned all outside burning in the county.

"Laverne & Shirley" star discusses life with multiple (2007-09-26)
David Lander knows multiple sclerosis isn't a death sentence. The actor, who played Squiggy on the popular television show "Laverne & Shirley" and was diagnosed with MS in 1984, also knows many don't know that.

Blue Jays, Thomas beat Orioles 11-4 (2007-09-26)
Frank Thomas went 4-for-4, including his 513th home run, and drove in three runs to lead the Toronto Blue Jays past the Baltimore Orioles 11-4 last night.

Redskins ponder tough loss to Giants (2007-09-25)
Instead of entering their bye week undefeated, the Redskins are left to ponder how they could have blown a two-touchdown lead to the New York Giants.

Special Olympics draw local athletes to Shanghai (2007-09-25)
Eight Maryland athletes are on the 400-member U.S. team competing in the Special Olympics World Summer Games in Shanghai, China, next week.

Queen Anne's improves sex offender registry (2007-09-25)
The Queen Anne's County Sheriffs Office is upgrading its ability to register sex offenders.

Os make up game against Royals (2007-09-25)
The Baltimore Orioles are making up a game tonight against the Kansas City Royals that was rained out on April 15th.

Ocean City police accused of age bias (2007-09-25)
In a suit filed against the town of Ocean City, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission alleges that the police department denied training and promotions to several sergeants at least 40 years old.

Salisbury Council OKs East Naylor Mill Road annexation (2007-09-25)
The Salisbury city council approved the annexation of nine acres west of East Naylor Mill Road yesterday.

Nationals begin 3-game series with the Mets (2007-09-25)
The fourth-place Nationals hope Matt Chico can win his first game since July when the team opens a three-game series tonight against the New York Mets.

Two construction workers injured in building collapse (2007-09-25)
The Wicomico County Sheriff's Office says two construction workers were injured when a building collapsed in Salisbury yesterday.

Shore Health considering new regional medical campus (2007-09-24)
Shore Health System Chief Executive Officer and President Joseph Ross is raising the possibility of a new regional medical campus.

Student mugged walking home from school (2007-09-24)
Easton police say a student was mugged while walking home from school.

Public hearing on Salisbury annexation (2007-09-24)
The Salisbury City Council will hear from the public during its meeting today about a proposal to annex land west of East Naylor Mill Road.

UMES confident in alert system (2007-09-24)
After shootings at college campuses, officials the University of Maryland Eastern Shore in Princess Anne are confident in a new emergency alert system.

Salisbury woman killed in crash on Route 50 (2007-09-24)
Maryland State Police say a Salisbury woman was killed in a hit-and-run crash on Route 50 this morning in Willards.

Eastern Shore Focus - Show # 29: Assateague Island / Copper Theft (2007-09-21)
A report recently released by the National Parks Conservation Association says that Assateague Island's famous wild horses are endangering the island's natural habitat. Also, later in the program we'll discuss the rise in copper theft in Salisbury.

Female student suffered traumatic wound to the abdomen (2007-09-21)
With the Virginia Tech massacre fresh in the minds of college administrators, Delaware State University officials wasted no time alerting students of a campus shooting that left two people wounded, one of them seriously.

Assateague ponies may be endangering island (2007-09-20)
A report recently released by the National Parks Conservation Association says that Assateague Island's wild horses may be endangering their own natural habitat.

Nationals send Mets to fifth straight defeat, 9-8 (2007-09-19)
The Nationals are making the National League East race exciting, even though they're not in it.

UMES Remembers Past, Looks to Future (2007-09-19)
Students, faculty and staff at the University of Maryland Eastern Shore were in attendance at the 121st anniversary of the school's founding yesterday, during the Founders' Day Convocation and Commencement.

Mysterious material washing up along the Choptank (2007-09-19)
Trappe resident Paul Spitzer wants to an explanation for the mysterious stuff that's been washing up in the Choptank River near Windy Hill landing.

Wicomico considers tougher dog policies (2007-09-19)
The Wicomico County Council wants to add teeth to the county's dog laws.

Orioles to close series in New York (2007-09-19)
The Orioles will be looking tonight to salvage a win from their current series in New York.

O'Malley's tax plan calls for higher rates for top earners (2007-09-19)
Governor O'Malley has released his proposal for a more progressive tax structure in Maryland.

Oyster panel holds first meeting (2007-09-19)
An advisory panel is looking at how best to rebuild and manage the oyster population in the Chesapeake Bay.

Worcester mulls countywide hotel room tax hike (2007-09-19)
The Worcester County Commissioners have scheduled a public hearing for October 16th to take comments on a proposed increase in the county's hotel room tax.

Md.'s largest medical malpractice insurer to return subsidy (2007-09-18)
Maryland's largest medical malpractice insurer plans to leave a state premium subsidy program and return some of the money it has received, saying it no longer needs the subsidy to stabilize premiums for doctors because the cost of claims is dropping.

Fight over gay marriage rights to turn to legislature (2007-09-18)
The ACLU of Maryland, which provided legal representation for the plaintiffs in the failed lawsuit for gay marriage rights, says the fight will continue.

Scientists from around the country use UD research vessel (2007-09-18)
The University of Delaware's 18 million dollar research ship is being used by scientists from across the country interested in studying the biology and chemistry of East Coast waterways.

Judge dismisses wrongful death allegations against prison employees (2007-09-18)
A federal judge in Baltimore has dismissed some allegations against some of the Maryland prison employees accused of wrongfully causing an inmate to suffocate to death in 2004.

Police still seek two in connection with Newton copper thefts (2007-09-17)
Salisbury police have arrested one man and issued warrants for two others in connection to a wave of copper thefts which have plagued electrical companies as well as homes, businesses and churches in Salisbury neighborhoods.

Wicomico taking comments on west Salisbury park plan (2007-09-17)
Wicomico County officials will take public comments tonight on a proposal to open a 105-acre park west of Salisbury.

Anti-loitering law aimed at Crisfield drug sales (2007-09-17)
Crisfield police hope an anti-loitering law passed by the city council will help deter illegal drug sales and other problems.

Grant to fund new storm surge prediction system (2007-09-17)
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration has awarded a $500,000 grant for the development of a new system to better predict storm surge in the Chesapeake Bay.

Kent Island volunteers have new rescue boat (2007-09-17)
The Kent Island Volunteer Fire Department has a new rescue boat.

Lieutenant governor on trade misson to China (2007-09-17)
Lieutenant Governor Anthony Brown is in China this week on a trade mission to promote investment in Maryland.

Man pleads not guilty to causing DUI accident that killed 5 (2007-09-14)
A man accused of killing five people and injuring seven others while driving drunk in West Virginia has pleaded not guilty.

Student sex offender allowed to return to school (2007-09-14)
Seaford School District officials say there's nothing they can do to keep a boy convicted of sexually assaulting a female student out of school.

Perdue announces new health precautions at chicken houses (2007-09-13)
About 650 chicken farms on Eastern Shore now have a stop signs along their driveways.

Marlins top Nationals 5-4 (2007-09-13)
An extra-inning loss for the Nationals. Florida's Todd Linden singled in Reggie Abercrombie with two outs in the 12th inning to lift the Florida Marlins to a 5-4 victory over the Nats in front of a small crowd in Miami.

Temp firm booms amid recession worries (2007-09-13)
With talk on Wall Street about a possible recession, temporary employment agencies say they've actually seen a spike in business.

Anderson gets 5 RBIs in Angels' 18-6 win over Orioles (2007-09-13)
Garret Anderson homered and had five RBIs, Kelvim Escobar earned his 17th win despite yielding six runs as the Los Angeles Angels beat the free-falling Baltimore Orioles 18-6 last night.

Cambridge man arrested in car thefts tied to cell phone case (2007-09-13)
Cambridge police have made another arrest in connection with a series of burglaries at cell phone stores in the region.

Bike Week opens today in Ocean City (2007-09-13)
More than 100,000 people are expected to turn out for the seventh annual Delmarva Bike Week, which opens today in Ocean City.

Report says runoff threat to bay is growing (2007-09-13)
Another government report says development in the Chesapeake Bay watershed is hampering efforts to revive the bay.

Salisbury Zoo gearing up for Night of the Living Zoo (2007-09-12)
The Salisbury Zoological Park's annual Halloween event, Night of the Living Zoo, is scheduled to take place Friday and Saturday, October 12 & 13, 2007.

No consensus yet on Talbot council vacancy (2007-09-12)
There's no end yet to the stalemate over a Talbot County Council vacancy.

Moratorium on adult stores extended in Ocean City (2007-09-12)
Elected officials in Ocean City have extended the moratorium on licensing and zoning for sexually oriented businesses.

Former players want stadium named for former Wicomico coach (2007-09-12)
Wicomico County's football Stadium may soon have a name.

Salisbury police warn of copper thefts (2007-09-12)
Salisbury Police are reporting that a number of copper thefts in the area - affecting various residences, churches and businesses.

Fish processor on Chesapeake faces 'message' fine (2007-09-12)
Virginia regulators want to more than double a fine against one of Virginia's biggest fish processors for environmental violations.

Guerrero hits 2 homers, leads Angels over Orioles 10-5 (2007-09-12)
Vladimir Guerrero returned from a four-game absence and hit two home runs, leading the Los Angeles Angels past the Baltimore Orioles 10-5 last night.

UMES to celebrate Founders' Day, Week (2007-09-12)
The University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES) celebrates its 121st birthday on Tuesday, September 18, at 10 a.m. in the Ella Fitzgerald Center for the Performing Arts.

Man found dead in bay identified (2007-09-12)
Worcester County authorities have released the identity of a fisherman found dead in the Sinepuxent Bay in Ocean City.

Library dedication at the Banneker-Douglass Museum (2007-09-12)
The Banneker-Douglass Museum will name its library and archives in honor of Sylvia Gaither Garrison at a dedication program at the Museum on Saturday, October 27, 2007, from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

Ramirez, Jacobs power Marlins past Nationals 13-8 (2007-09-12)
The Nationals just couldn't keep up with the Florida Marlins' offense in a 13-8 loss.

Black student leaders organize "speak-out" over noose (2007-09-11)
Black student leaders at the University of Maryland are calling for a "speak-out" today about a noose that was discovered hanging from a tree on campus.

Recreation complex to be named for Princess Anne commissioner (2007-09-11)
Town commissioners in Princess Anne have voted to name the recreation and sports complex being built in the Hampden Avenue neighborhood after the town's longest serving commissioner, Garland Hayward.

DE firefighters struggle to recruit volunteers (2007-09-11)
The state's volunteer fire companies continue to struggle to recruit and retain men and women to fight fires and save lives.

Resort council to consider limits on adult businesses (2007-09-11)
The Ocean City Town Council is scheduled today to discuss limits on where sexually oriented businesses will be allowed in the resort.

Easton mother suing for $1.75 million in OC accident (2007-09-11)
The mother of a Dorchester County man killed in a traffic accident in Ocean City is suing the driver of the SUV that struck him.

Dorchester man charged after dispute with hunters (2007-09-11)
A Dorchester County man faces assault and related charges after a dispute with hunters outside his home led to a fight.

PRMC has new robotic surgery equipment (2007-09-10)
Peninsula Regional Medical Center is one of only 500 hospitals worldwide with new robotic surgical equipment.

Brookview councilman killed in hit-and-run (2007-09-10)
Maryland State Police are investigating a hit-and-run accident in Rhodesdale that killed Brookview Town Councilman Russell Powell.

Drowning suspected in death of man found in Nanticoke (2007-09-10)
Sussex County paramedics say the body of a man was found in the Nanticoke River.

Report: Gibbons received shipments of steroids, growth hormone (2007-09-10)
Baltimore Orioles outfielder Jay Gibbons reportedly received performance-enhancing steroids and human growth hormone after both substances were banned by baseball.

Police investigate drowning death in Sinepuxent Bay (2007-09-10)
Worcester County authorities are investigating a drowning death in the Sinepuxent Bay in Ocean City.

Woman dies after collision with fire vehicle (2007-09-10)
Maryland State Police say a Salisbury woman was killed in Hebron when her car was struck by a volunteer firefighter responding to another traffic accident.

Healy, Olmstead, Parsons elected to Bethany council (2007-09-09)
Three familiar faces will be joining Bethany Beach Town Council after Joseph Healy, Carol Olmstead and J. Robert Parsons captured open seats in yesterday's municipal election.

Cape May-Lewes to sell ferry (2007-09-09)
The financially struggling Cape May-Lewes ferry is putting one of its ferries up for sale.

O'Malley: Higher, broader sales tax likely (2007-09-07)
Governor Martin O'Malley expects a higher and broader sales tax will be needed to cover part of the state's projected budget shortfall.

Rocky Gap, other projects in financial trouble (2007-09-07)
A legislative audit of operations at the Maryland Economic Development Corporation shows several state subsidized economic development projects continue to face financial hardships.

Art dealer sentenced in fraud case (2007-09-07)
A federal judge has sentenced a Howard County art dealer to 6 1/2 years in prison for fraud.

O'Malley says state might not cover full Thornton increase (2007-09-07)
Governor Martin O'Malley is questioning whether the state will be able to afford the entire amount of a scheduled increase in education spending required under the so-called Thornton plan.

PRMC chaplain resigns, blames controversy over bibles (2007-09-06)
The Reverend Kay Myers has resigned as head chaplain at Peninsula Regional Medical Center, saying she was asked to leave because she supported removing bibles from patient rooms.

Black students at suburban schools failing assessments (2007-09-06)
Parents of minority students are finding out that living in the suburbs is not a guarantee that their children will succeed in school.

Portion of Baltimore highway to be named for Ripken (2007-09-06)
A portion of a highway near Baltimore's Camden Yards could soon bear the name of retired Orioles Hall-of-Famer Cal Ripken Junior.

Tyler to be named insurance commissioner (2007-09-06)
Governor Martin O'Malley is expected today to formally name his legal counsel Ralph Tyler to the post of insurance commissioner.

The Maryland State Teachers Association kicks off Community Conversations (2007-09-06)
The campaign to open a dialogue between educators and the general public will begin in Annapolis with the first of five Community Conversations to be held around the state, the Maryland State Teachers Association (MSTA) announced today.

Report: Making ethanol could add to bay pollution (2007-09-04)
A new report says there might be a downside to the nation's growing interest in ethanol fuel.

Dundalk woman dies in Shore pileup (2007-09-04)
State police on the Eastern Shore say a 19-year-old Dundalk woman was killed and five other people were hurt in a crash on U.S. Route 50.

Hard Crab Derby opens tonight in Crisfield (2007-08-31)
The 60th annual National Hard Crab Derby and Fair opens tonight in Crisfield.

Somerset Investigators Charge Correctional Officer of Misconduct (2007-08-31)
The Somerset Bureau of Investigation has charged a correctional officer at the Somerset County Detention Center of numerous crimes, including sexual misconduct towards female inmates and delivering contraband into the prison.

Queen Anne's County teen dies in Anne Arundel crash (2007-08-31)
Anne Arundel County police say a 17-year-old Queen Anne's County girl was killed in a two-car traffic accident.

O'Malley to talk about living wage in advance of holiday (2007-08-31)
Governor Martin O'Malley is celebrating Labor Day a little early today, calling reporters to hype a new living wage law that could boost the pay of some state contractors.

Suspect allegedly supplied drug that caused Ocean City death (2007-08-31)
We're learning more about the manslaughter charges against a Wilmington, Delaware, man arrested recently as a fugitive from Ocean City.

Funeral set for Princess Anne man killed in plane crash (2007-08-31)
A funeral is set in Princess Anne for a man with local roots who was killed in a small plane crash in Wyoming.

Md. official fired after newspaper quote sues for job (2007-08-31)
A state employee who says he was fired after talking to a reporter working on a story about a politically sensitive farm purchase on the Eastern Shore is suing to regain his job.

AAA predicts less travel in Mid-Atlantic for holiday weekend (2007-08-31)
Less people are expected to be on the road this Labor Day weekend across Delmarva, due to high travel costs and an early school start.

Stats Count, but Game Doesn't, as 'Birds and Suns Complete 2-2 Game Early (2007-08-31)
Paul Winterling led the Birds going 4-4 with a homer, two doubles and a single with two RBI but the game was completed early and finished tied at 2.

Pollitt schedules dry well meeting (2007-08-30)
Wicomico County Executive Rick Pollitt has scheduled a public meeting next week for citizens concerned about failing wells.

'Birds End 6 Game Skid With 14-1 Pounding of Hagerstown (2007-08-30)
The Delmarva Shorebirds finally snapped a six game losing streak last night.

Ocean City Beach Patrol prepares for off season (2007-08-30)
Just weeks ago, the Ocean City beaches had 200 lifeguards. Now that number is down to 35, with the Labor Day weekend and the warm part of the offseason still ahead.

Developer granted end to construction halt (2007-08-30)
The Ocean City Town Council has lifted the stop work order at a condominium building being erected between 80th and 81st Streets.

Drug overdose indicated in inmate's death (2007-08-30)
Officials at the Maryland Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services say it appears a drug overdose caused the death of an inmate at the Eastern Correctional Institution in Westover.

Suspended deputies reinstated in Queen Anne's (2007-08-30)
We're not being told their names or exactly what they did but all three Queen Anne's County sheriffs deputies suspended after a traffic stop are back on the job.

Humane Society renews mute swan protests (2007-08-29)
The Humane Society is trying again to stop the killing of mute swans.

Md. senators weigh options to address housing foreclosures (2007-08-29)
A national wave of home foreclosures blamed on the subprime lending market has had a great effect on Maryland, and state senators met today with industry experts to see if there's a way to stop the trend.

Cambridge officials laud Hyatt resort five years after opening (2007-08-29)
A 400-room riverside resort that has hosted a president and brought golfers to Cambridge is being lauded for reducing unemployment in Dorchester County since its opening five years ago.

Suns Rally Past 'Birds, 6-5 (2007-08-29)
The Hagerstown Suns sailed past the Delmarva Shorebirds 6-5 Tuesday night at Municipal stadium and handed the Shorebirds its sixth straight loss.

Salisbury council approves noise ordinance (2007-08-28)
The Salisbury City Council has approved a tougher city noise ordinance by a 3-2 vote.

Nutria trappers on duty in Talbot County (2007-08-27)
A team of trappers is at patrolling the marshy area around the Choptank River in hopes of exterminating the local population of nutria.

Captains Make 'Birds Walk the Plank, Again 7-0 (2007-08-27)
The Lake County hit parade continued Sunday afternoon scoring seven runs on 11 hits, handing Delmarva its fourth consecutive loss 7-0 at Classic Park.

Salisbury Little League team returns home to parade (2007-08-27)
Hundreds turned out Saturday to cheer the returning West Salisbury Little League team.

Del. fugitive, wanted in Md., is captured (2007-08-27)
A Delaware man wanted for several crimes in Ocean City has been captured.

More charges in cell phone store burglary spree (2007-08-27)
Police in Cambridge have arrested one man and have filed charges against three others in a series of burglaries at cell phone stores.

Salisbury council to consider noise ordinance tonight (2007-08-27)
The Salisbury City Council is scheduled tonight to consider the noise ordinance proposed by Police Chief Allan Webster.

Gilchrest to tour freight dock in Crisfield (2007-08-27)
First District Congressman Wayne Gilchrest plans to visit Crisfield today to tour the dock at the end of Broad Street.

Man found stabbed to death in Wicomico County (2007-08-27)
The Wicomico County Bureau of Investigation is investigating a fatal stabbing that happened early Saturday morning.

Prince George's police investigate 3 homicides (2007-08-26)
Prince George's County police are investigating three weekend homicides that occurred within hours of each other.

Eastern Shore Focus - Show # 28: Summer Energy-Saving Tips & Junior Achievement (2007-08-24)
Even though the summer season is starting to wrap up, there are still plenty of hot days ahead, and we'll provide you with some tips on how to save energy when temperatures outside start to heat up. And we'll also talk with the President of Junior Achievement of the Eastern Shore.

Coast Guard searches for boat reported in distress (2007-08-23)
The Coast Guard and state and local agencies are searching the Chesapeake Bay for any sign of a vessel reported to be taking on water -- or the people who were aboard it.

Beating the heat, and saving money too (2007-08-23)
Even though sweltering temperatures are causing many to crank up the air conditioning to beat the heat, Delmarva Power says it's meeting demand for energy usage - and hasn't peaked yet.

Proposal would put hovercraft ferries on the Chesapeake (2007-08-23)
There's new talk about a passenger ferry service for the Chesapeake Bay.

Salisbury Police Capture Juvenile in May Robbery (2007-08-23)
Salisbury Police say that they've found and arrested a juvenile and an adult male, both of whom were suspected of committing an armed robbery last May.

Water tower leak reported in Hebron (2007-08-22)
A water tower leak in Hebron has town officials asking residents to conserve water.

Police: Bank employee helped boyfriend rob bank (2007-08-22)
Delaware State Police say a bank employee staged a robbery with her boyfriend while her six-year-old daughter watched from her car.

States including Maryland urge federal energy drink crackdown (2007-08-22)
Maryland is joining 27 other states in asking federal regulators to crack down on the makers of energy drinks that contain alcohol and caffeine.

Porcari favors gas tax tied to rising construction costs (2007-08-22)
State officials are looking at raising taxes on gasoline to generate more cash for Maryland's Transportation Trust Fund.

Burn bans lifted in 3 Lower Shore counties (2007-08-22)
This week's wet weather has prompted fire officials to lift the burn bans in three Lower Eastern Shore counties.

State operation results in charges on Va. waterways (2007-08-22)
State officials say 180 people were charged over the weekend during an operation to raise awareness of boating safety laws.

Police arrest man in Cambridge shooting (2007-08-22)
Police in Cambridge have arrested a Dorchester County man wanted on attempted murder and assault charges stemming from the July 5th shooting of a Federalsburg woman.

Hearing today on implementing smoking ban (2007-08-21)
The Maryland Department of Health and Mental Hygiene will hold a public hearing today in Hagerstown to take comments on the state's new smoking ban -- also known as the Clean Indoor Air Act.

Funds uncertain for civic center renovations (2007-08-21)
The Wicomico Youth & Civic Center in Salisbury still needs 5 million dollars before it will be able to afford its planned 8 million dollar renovation project.

Letter says state responders couldn't communicate after crash (2007-08-21)
Public safety officials in Anne Arundel and Queen Anne's counties say the state agencies that responded to the deadly May 10th crash on the Chesapeake Bay Bridge were unable to communicate by radio with the county agencies, or with each other.

Noise ordinance violation is Salisbury could mean jail (2007-08-21)
The Salisbury City Council is moving ahead with plans to make the city's noise ordinance tougher.

Developer postpones request to lift construction ban (2007-08-21)
An Ocean City work ban continues to delay construction of a major condominium project.

Legends Avoid the Sweep, Win 8-2 (2007-08-21)
Lexington snapped out of an offensive funk and salvaged the final game of a four-game set, defeating the Delmarva Shorebirds 8-2 at Arthur W. Perdue Stadium.

"Wild Bill" Hagy dies, part of Oriole Magic in 70's and 80's (2007-08-21)
The colorful figure known to Orioles' fans as "Wild" Bill Hagy, has died. He was 68.

Eastern Shore Focus - Show # 27: UMES Grads Create Comic Book Company (2007-08-20)
A group of UMES graduates talk about how they've realized their vision of creating a comic book company of their own - and how hard it is to survive in the comic book industry.

Beato pitches like Legend, 'Birds defeat Lexington (2007-08-20)
Pedro Beato continued the recent stellar pitching for Delmarva as the Shorebirds defeated the Lexington Legends 6-1 for their third consecutive win in the series.

Cause, origin of fire unknown; 2 autopsies conducted Sunday (2007-08-20)
Authorities hope to release the names today of the three young people killed in a fire early Saturday at a waterfront home near Easton.

Arson probed in Sharptown (2007-08-20)
Fire investigators are trying to figure out who set fire to an abandoned house in Sharptown early yesterday morning.

West Salisbury's All-Stars Eliminated from World Series (2007-08-20)
The Daily Times reports that West Salisbury's All-Stars fell Saturday night during a close second game in the Little League World Series.

Rule would require security steps at chicken houses (2007-08-20)
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security says the nation's chicken houses could be added to the list of potential terrorism targets.

Dorchester must resubmit application to get lighthouse (2007-08-20)
Dorchester County has until the end of the month to resubmit its application to the National Park Service to acquire the Hoopers Island Lighthouse.

Search suspended for man last seen entering ocean (2007-08-17)
The Coast Guard has suspended a search for a man reportedly last seen entering the Atlantic Ocean near 49th Street in Ocean City Wednesday night.

Owners of failed Shore wells mull legal case (2007-08-17)
Some Lower Shore property owners are thinking about waging a court fight against a local sod farm they believe has caused their wells to go dry.

UMES Grads Create Comic Book Company (2007-08-17)
A group of twenty-somethings from Snow Hill, Maryland, have decided to realize a vision they had as childhood friends: to create a comic book company of their own.

No environmental threat from Federalsburg fire (2007-08-17)
Investigators from the Maryland Department of the Environment have determined that there was no significant pollution from the fire Tuesday at a manufacturing plant in Federalsburg.

West Salisbury preparing for Series opener tomorrow (2007-08-17)
The West Salisbury Little League team is in Williamsport, Pennsylvania, preparing for the start of pool play at the Little League World Series.

Missed decimal point led to worries about water supply (2007-08-17)
It turns out the town of Henderson didn't suddenly lose millions of gallons of water, all it lost was a decimal point.

Land deal could mean millions on Deal Island (2007-08-17)
A land purchase on Deal Island could mean millions for property owners.

'Jackets Win Again, 8-2 (2007-08-16)
The Augusta GreenJackets used two big offensive innings to pound the Delmarva Shorebirds 8-2 in the finale of the four game series, scoring three runs in the first and five runs in the fifth off the Shorebirds starter Tim Bascom.

State loans available to pay for new wells (2007-08-16)
There's help available for some Wicomico County residents with dry wells.

Skateboarding banned in much of Eastern Shore town (2007-08-15)
Officials in Centreville have banned skateboarding on sidewalks and streets within the town limits.

Drought losses include pasture grass, corn and soybeans (2007-08-15)
Agriculture experts say the drought is forcing livestock farmers to tap hay supplies that they normally set aside for the winter.

Maryland counties meeting opens today (2007-08-15)
Maryland's biggest annual government meeting opens today in Ocean City.

Salisbury Police Arrest Two in Pizza Delivery Robbery (2007-08-15)
Salisbury Police say they've apprehended two suspects in the armed robbery of a pizza deliveryman Monday night.

Berlin adopts water restrictions (2007-08-15)
Berlin Mayor Thomas Cardinale and the town council have voted to impose new limits on water use.

Talbot school board member removed (2007-08-15)
State school superintendent Nancy Grasmick has removed a Talbot County school board member for willful misconduct.

GreenJackets Sting 'Birds in the 10th (2007-08-15)
Bobby Felmy lifted a fly ball deep in left field in the 10th inning, leading the Augusta GreenJackets to a 4-to-3 victory over the Delmarva Shorebirds in game three of the four game set.

Explosions destroy warehouse at Federalsburg plant (2007-08-15)
Fire officials say a storage warehouse at an industrial plant in Federalsburg was destroyed yesterday by a series of explosions.

Somerset official defends choice for warden (2007-08-14)
Somerset County Administrator Daniel Powell is defending the hiring of Robert Purnell as the new warden at the county lockup.

Suspect sought in warrant in Cambridge shooting (2007-08-14)
Authorities in Cambridge have issued a warrant for a city man wanted in a shooting July 5th that began with a dispute at the Zebra Room bar on Pine Street.

Salisbury council repeals water and sewer fee hike (2007-08-14)
Salisbury residents are being spared a 10 percent increase on their water and sewer fees.

Eastern Shore Focus - Show # 26: Keeping Your Child's Teeth Healthy (Part 2) / Speeding Study (2007-08-14)
This is Part 2 of a discussion on the important issue of oral health for babies and young children, with Registered Dental Hygienist, Alexandra Hall. And later in this program, you'll hear about a surprising study on speeding in Maryland that came out in February 2007.

Suspect named in Cambridge bank assault (2007-08-14)
Police in Cambridge have identified a suspect in an assault and robbery that happened around dawn last Thursday when a worker showed up to clean a Cambridge bank.

Ocean City hotels want more spent on tourism advertising (2007-08-14)
Board members from the Ocean City Hotel Motel and Restaurant Association are worried the town is not spending enough money to encourage tourists to come for a visit.

Protecting Your Child's Oral Health (2007-08-14)
If you're a parent, your first priority is undoubtedly your child's health and safety. But one aspect of children's health that's unfortunately overlooked in all too many cases is that of oral health.

UMES Establishes Link with South African University (2007-08-14)
Officials with the University of Maryland Eastern Shore signed a Memorandum of Understanding yesterday, with officials from the Walter Sisulu University for Technology and Science - located on the Eastern Cape of South Africa.

Piece of jet falls in Boyds park before landing at Dulles (2007-08-13)
Some Montgomery County residents could be forgiven for thinking aliens had landed this weekend.

Ripken chosen to be special sports envoy (2007-08-13)
Baseball Hall of Famer Cal Ripken Junior will enter the diplomatic major leagues today.

Soldier charged with detainee abuse faces court-martial (2007-08-13)
A soldier from Maryland charged with beating an Iraqi detainee with a baseball bat, then attempting to cover it up, is scheduled for court-martial today.

Rehoboth commissioners fund design plans to convert building (2007-08-13)
Municipal buildings in Rehoboth Beach are about to get a facelift.

'Birds Win 11-6 (2007-08-13)
The Shorebirds offense didn't change much from its four games against the South Atlantic League's worst pitching staff when it showed up in Augusta, the leagues best, scoring 11 runs on 15 hits in the opener defeating the Jackets 11-6 Sunday night at Lake Olmstead Stadium.<

MdTA to begin bridge inspections of 7 truss-design bridges (2007-08-13)
The Maryland Transportation Authority will start the first re-inspections of seven bridges today.

Ripken chosen to be special sports envoy (2007-08-13)
Baseball Hall of Famer Cal Ripken Junior will enter the diplomatic major leagues today.

County leaders to meet this week at annual conference (2007-08-13)
Leaders of Maryland's counties will meet for a conference later this week in Ocean City.

MdTA to begin bridge inspections of 7 truss-design bridges (2007-08-13)
The Maryland Transportation Authority will start the first re-inspections of seven bridges today.

Two assaulted at Cambridge bank (2007-08-10)
Police in Cambridge are investigating two assaults and attempted bank robbery at The Bank of the Eastern Shore in Cambridge.

Critics oppose hard liquor sales for Cambridge bar linked to violence (2007-08-10)
The owners of a Cambridge bar where two recent disputes ended in violence say they will talk to the community before they decide whether to reinstate their request for an upgraded liquor license.

Virginia Beach man leads White Marlin Open (2007-08-10)
Anglers in Ocean City get a final chance today to land a 1-point-4 million dollar white marlin.

The Drive Motors Past Delmarva, 8-6 (2007-08-10)
Greenville never trailed Thursday night as the held on for an 8-6 win over the Shorebirds at West End Field.

OC Police Nab Repeat Shoplifter at CVS (2007-08-10)
Ocean City police report that last Friday, officers responded to a reported shoplifter at a CVS store on 120th Street.

Well failures evident in Preston, Centreville (2007-08-10)
In the wake of news about well failures on the Lower Shore, there's word of failures around Preston and Centreville on the Mid-Shore.

Publisher buys Talbot estate seen in movie (2007-08-10)
A Talbot County house used for scenes in the 2005 movie comedy "The Wedding Crashers" has been sold to publisher David Bradley and his wife Katherine.

Smith Island residents selling homes at auction (2007-08-10)
A scheduled auction of homes tomorrow is showing evidence of changing times on a Chesapeake Bay island that has long been a home to watermen.

Man gets 33 years for killing girlfriend, dog (2007-08-09)
A Worcester County judge sentenced a Baltimore County man to 33 years in prison in the slaying of a Pittsville woman and her dog in West Ocean City in January.

Route 301 to be repaved between Queenstown and Centreville (2007-08-09)
Preparations are under way for a repaving project on Route 301 between Queenstown and Centreville.

Concern about water needs of planned ethanol plant (2007-08-09)
With the scarcity of water very much on the minds of officials on the Lower Shore, there are new concerns about the water needs of an ethanol plant planned near Westover.

Delmarva Power asks people to cut back on power usage (2007-08-09)
Delmarva Power along with other power utilities companies in the mid-Atlantic region, are urgently requesting that customers cut back on virtually all of their non-essential electricity uses, due to the recent heatwave.

Delmarva Drives Past Greenville, 10-3 (2007-08-09)
Delmarva won its fourth straight game over southern division opponents pounding the Drive 10-3 Wednesday night at West End Field.

Easton council endorses county's proposed hospital site (2007-08-09)
The Easton Town Council is weighing in on the discussion about a new hospital site.

Boy, 14, recovering after dog attack on Shore (2007-08-09)
A Willards teenager is recovering after being attacked by two loose dogs.

Closed Dorchester road to finally get repairs (2007-08-08)
Repair work is finally about to start for a Dorchester County road damaged in a flood nearly 14 months ago.

Pollitt apologizes for confusion over raises (2007-08-08)
Wicomico County Executive Rick Pollitt has apologized to members of the County Council for what he says was confusion about raises granted in June to five county department heads.

Cardin to open Salisbury office (2007-08-08)
Senator Ben Cardin is making good on a pledge to open an office on the Eastern Shore.

Salisbury man indicted on murder charges (2007-08-08)
The Wicomico County grand jury has indicted a Salisbury man in the murder of his father.

Governor announces investigation of Lower Shore's wells (2007-08-08)
Governor Martin O'Malley announced on Tuesday, that the Maryland Department of the Environment is conducting an ongoing investigation of the recent increase in residential well failures in Somerset and Wicomico Counties.

Man dies in farm accident (2007-08-08)
The Worcester County bureau of investigation says a 59-year-old Eden man was killed in a farm accident.

Q.A. deputies suspended pending internal investigation (2007-08-07)
Queen Anne's County Sheriff R-G Hofman has launched an internal investigation into allegations of misconduct involving three deputies.

Trial in pastor slaying moved from Wicomico County (2007-08-07)
The trial for a man accused of murdering a Delmar pastor is being moved from Wicomico County to Anne Arundel County.

Road work begins on Route 13 in Wicomico (2007-08-07)
Night-time travelers using Route 13 in Wicomico County should count on some road work to slow them down.

Agreement would reduce water pumping at Somerset prison (2007-08-07)
The Maryland Department of the Environment says it is working on the details of a consent agreement forcing a state prison in Somerset County to reduce the amount of water it draws from the Manokin aquifer.

Man dies from injuries in fall from waterfall (2007-08-07)
A 54-year-old Easton man has died after falling from a waterfall in western North Carolina.

Shore animal shelter trying to find new potential pet owners (2007-08-07)
The Eastern Shore of Virginia Regional Animal Control facility has released statistics that show that the center has euthanized 548 animals so far this year, while only finding local homes for 27 animals.

'Birds Take Advantage of Asheville Errors, Pick Pocket Tourists, 5-4 (2007-08-07)
In a season where late-game heartbreaking finishes have happened all too often, the past couple of nights have provided some relief for the Delmarva Shorebirds.

White Marlin Open begins in Ocean City (2007-08-07)
The 34th annual White Marlin Open is under way in Ocean City.

Four safe after boat sinks in Chesapeake Bay (2007-08-06)
The Coast Guard says authorities have rescued all four men who had been aboard a boat that sank late last night in the Chesapeake Bay.

Tribes blast state for lack of recognition (2007-08-06)
Representatives of Maryland's Indian tribes used a ceremonial occasion in Calvert County yesterday to blast leaders of state government.

Cardin to meet with Eastern Shore farmers to talk about drought (2007-08-06)
Senator Ben Cardin is on the Eastern Shore today meeting with farmers about the drought.

Stanford to study new Salisbury fire station (2007-08-06)
A major university has picked the Salisbury Fire Department's future home to be a subject in a national study.

Snyder's Walk Off Blast Lifts 'Birds Past Asheville, 3-1 (2007-08-06)
Brandon Snyder hit a walk-off two-run homerun in the 10th inning as the Delmarva Shorebirds defeated the Asheville Tourists 3-1 for its second consecutive victory.

Eastern Shore Focus - Show # 25: Keeping Your Child's Teeth Healthy (Part 1) (2007-08-06)
One aspect of children's health that's unfortunately overlooked in all too many cases, is that of oral health. We all encourage children to brush their teeth at least twice a day - but is that really enough to keep their teeth and gums healthy?

Flags at half-staff for civil rights leader (2007-08-06)
Virginia Governor Tim Kaine has ordered that state flags be flown at half-staff this week in memory of civil rights icon Oliver Hill, a Richmond lawyer who helped head the legal effort that desegregated the nation's public schools.

Kazmir helps Devil Rays beat Orioles 9-2 (2007-08-06)
Scott Kazmir won his third-straight home decision, and Carlos Pena hit a two-run homer as the Tampa Bay Devil Rays beat Baltimore 9-to-2 Saturday night.

Nationals beat Cardinals 12-1 (2007-08-06)
Big win Saturday night for the Nationals. Ryan Zimmerman hit two home runs, and Joel Hanrahan added a two-run double in his first major league win as Washington pounded the Saint Louis Cardinals 12-to-1.

DSU to provide counselors in wake of shootings of students (2007-08-06)
Delaware State University says counselors will be available to help students distraught by the shootings of three fellow students in Newark, New Jersey.

Maryland officials plan to inspect 10 deck truss bridges (2007-08-04)
Maryland transportation officials are refining their plans to conduct extra inspections of ten bridges.

Bond denied for Ocean City mother charged with murder (2007-08-04)
An Ocean City woman charged with murdering an infant buried in her yard has been denied bond for the second time.

Girl falls from amusement park ride (2007-08-04)
Six Flags officials are offering new details about an accident that injured a young girl.

Maryland officials say bridges are safe (2007-08-03)
Governor Martin O'Malley and Maryland Transportation Secretary John D. Porcari are assuring Maryland residents that the state's bridges are safe.

Talbot councilman resigns, citing need for more travel (2007-08-01)
Talbot County Councilman Peter Carroll has resigned.

KAN/DEL postponed again, doubleheader tonight (2007-08-01)
Last night's game between the Kannapolis Intimidators and the Delmarva Shorebirds was again postponed, and will be made up as part of a doubleheader tonight.

Pocomoke offers free golf to compensate for higher water rates (2007-08-01)
If you live in Pocomoke City, your water bill is going up. But if you're a golfer, you may not mind so much.

Ocean City Council puts off decision on 'Boathenge' (2007-08-01)
The Ocean City Council has put off a final decision on "Boathenge." The proposed tourist attraction would be a replica of Stonehenge, using boats.

State officials tour farms, inspect drought impact (2007-08-01)
State Agriculture Secretary Michael Scuse and Lieutenant Governor John Carney Junior toured several Sussex County farms yesterday to see the impact of the recent drought on crops.

Search resumes at home of woman accused of hiding dead fetuses (2007-08-01)
The search has started again at the Ocean City home of a woman accused of hiding four dead babies.

Pocomoke offers free golf to compensate for higher water rates (2007-08-01)
If you live in Pocomoke City, your water bill is going up. But if you're a golfer, you may not mind so much.

Fetus searchers find dog carcass in cabbie's lawn (2007-07-31)
A flurry of activity this hour at the home of an Ocean City taxi driver accused of stowing four dead fetuses at her home. Police say they have found the remains of a dog in Christy Freeman's side yard.

ECI inmate dies from possible overdose (2007-07-31)
Maryland Division of Correction officials say an inmate from Eastern Correctional Institution died of a possible drug overdose Sunday.

'Birds 8th Inning Rally, Helps Hop Over Greensboro, 4-2 (2007-07-31)
Delmarva used a late four-run rally to defeat Greensboro 4-to-2, avoiding a four-game sweep and snapping the Grasshoppers' nine-game winning streak.

'Birds / Intimidators game postponed; double-header today. (2007-07-31)
Last night's game between the Kannapolis Intimidators and the Delmarva Shorebirds was postponed due to unplayable field conditions.

Search resumes near home where four fetuses were found (2007-07-31)
Digging resumed this morning at a vacant Ocean City lot next to the home of a taxi driver accused of stashing four dead fetuses around her home.

Eastern Shore Focus - Show # 24: NASA Wallops / MIST (Part 2) (2007-07-31)
In Part 2 of this edition of Eastern Shore Focus, we'll continue our discussion with Keith Koehler, as we learn more about NASA's ambitious goals for the Wallops Flight Facility. We'll also hear from two local organizations that are also experimenting with space technology here on the Eastern Shore.

Man gets 18 months for robbery, assault at Walgreens (2007-07-31)
A Talbot County judge sentenced a Rhodesdale man to 18 months in the county detention center for assaulting a Walgreens clerk and stealing about 600 dollars from the store.

Snow Hill gets new police chief (2007-07-30)
The town of Snow Hill has a new police chief. The mayor appointed Kirk Daughterty for the position.

Teen dies in motorcycle crash (2007-07-30)
State police say a 17-year-old was killed when he crashed into a car on his motorcycle in Worcester County.

Teacher accused of using someone else's e-mail (2007-07-30)
Easton Police say a Fruitland elementary teacher used a personal e-mail account that wasn't hers to send e-mails to hurt the credibility of others, possibly relatives of an ex-fiance.

Police find bodies of 3 small infants at Ocean City home (2007-07-30)
Ocean City police say they have found the bodies of three small infants at the home of a mother who was charged last week with the murder of a small infant.

Pa. man wanted on OC drug charges arrested (2007-07-30)
Authorities say a Pennsylvania man wanted for failure to appear in court on drugs charges in Ocean City was arrested during a traffic stop on Route 50 for speeding.

Gwynn and Ripken enter Hall of Fame (2007-07-30)
Cal Ripken Junior and Tony Gwynn are the newest additions to the baseball Hall of Fame.

Decision expected this week on Kent Island land purchase (2007-07-29)
A decision is expected this week on another state land deal that has prompted questions by Comptroller Peter Franchot.

Del. highway safety officials urge caution after six deaths in a week (2007-07-29)
Six traffic deaths in less than a week have prompted Delaware highway safety officials to urge motorists to drive with care.

Robbery, Shooting on Adams Avenue in Salisbury (2007-07-26)
Salisbury Police report of an attempted robbery in the area of Adams Avenue, just off of College Avenue, around 10:15 p-m on Tuesday.

'Hoppers Leap Past 'Birds, 2-1 (2007-07-26)
Jacob Blackwood's sacrifice fly in the bottom of the sixth proved to be the difference as the Greensboro Grasshoppers won its seventh straight game, a 2-1 victory over the Delmarva Shorebirds.

Mayors won't agree which O.C. is best (2007-07-26)
The mayors of Ocean City, Maryland, and Ocean City, New Jersey, will concede nothing when it comes to which beach town is the best.

Fires concern authorities in two Shore counties (2007-07-26)
Dry conditions on Delmarva has caused one large brush fire in Somerset County, and has caused officials in Worcester County to ban outdoor burning.

Police: Abduction reported in the Pocomoke area did not happen (2007-07-26)
The Worcester County Bureau of Investigation says Tuesday's reported abduction of two 14-year-old girls did not happen.

O'Malley to ask for emergency declaration for drought (2007-07-26)
Governor Martin O'Malley plans to ask today for a federal disaster declaration for parts of Maryland where farmers have been hit hardest by the ongoing drought.

'Birds Sweep 1st Half Champs, 7-2 Win in Finale (2007-07-25)
After Delmarva was swept at home by Hickory, the Shorebirds capped off a sweep of their own with a 7-to-2 victory over northern division champion West Virginia at Appalachian Power Park on Tuesday night.

Girls report abduction in the Pocomoke area (2007-07-25)
Authorities are investigating the case of two teenage girls who were abducted and released unharmed in the Pocomoke City area.

Salisbury Police Warn of Mail Scam (2007-07-25)
Salisbury police are warning residents about a mail scam that seems to be spreading around the area.

Meeting tonight on sources of Maryland beach sand (2007-07-25)
Citizens can comment tonight on the long-term Maryland beach protection project managed by the Army Corps of Engineers.

Teenagers sue Ocean City Police, alleging brutality (2007-07-25)
Two teenagers are suing Ocean City Police Department, claiming they were victims of police brutality last summer after they were wrongly suspected of being shoplifters.

Jaycees to stage Salisbury birthday event (2007-07-25)
City officials in Salisbury have decided not host a celebration for the city's 275th birthday, so the Jaycees will host one instead.

Eastern Shore Focus - Show # 23: NASA Wallops Flight Facility (Part 1) (2007-07-24)
In this edition of Eastern Shore Focus, we'll learn about some of the very exciting programs currently taking place at NASA's Wallops Island Flight Facility - as well as several ambitious goals for its future. This is Part 1.

Fox suspected of invading Salisbury restaurant was rabid (2007-07-24)
Salisbury Animal Control officials say the fox believed to have threatened patrons of a Salisbury restaurant has tested positive for rabies.

Trauma status lowered at two Sussex hospitals (2007-07-24)
Two hospitals in southern Delaware have downgraded their trauma status.

Five Run 8th Innings Sends 'Birds Past Power, 6-4 (2007-07-24)
Delmarva scores five runs in the 8th inning to earn the comeback victory over West Virginia, 6-4.

Shore Health bans smoking outdoors on its premises (2007-07-24)
Shore Health System is the latest Maryland hospital operator to ban smoking anywhere on the grounds of its facilities.

Suspect in Easton attack pleads not criminally responsible (2007-07-24)
The man charged in an attack on three women in Easton has pleaded not criminally responsible in that attack and a separate burglary.

DMV says seat belt use increases in Va. (2007-07-24)
The state Department of Motor Vehicles says more Virginians are buckling up when they hit the road.

OC police name Fruitland man who died after rescue attempt (2007-07-24)
Ocean City police have released the name of the Fruitland man who died Sunday evening after he tried to rescue his two sons from a rip current.

Snow Hill bats test positive for rabies (2007-07-24)
Worcester County health officials say two bats found earlier this month in Snow Hill have tested positive for rabies.

OC Police Search for Attempted Armed Robber (2007-07-24)
Ocean City Police are looking for an unidentified white male suspected of an attempted armed robbery, on Monday night, at the Rose's Department store on Coastal Highway.

Eastern Shore forest fire brought under control (2007-07-24)
Firefighters were able last night to control a forest fire in a rural part of Wicomico County.

O'Malley plans crime talk at state DNA lab (2007-07-24)
Crime prevention is on the agenda today for Governor Martin O'Malley.

Woman charged in year of thefts at Milford Wal-Mart (2007-07-24)
A Harrington woman is accused of shoplifting everything from bicycles to plants in thefts spanning a year at the Milford Wal-Mart.

Princess Anne, UMES Celebrate Rec Groundbreaking (2007-07-23)
The Town of Princess Anne and the University of Maryland Eastern Shore will be holding a groundbreaking ceremony this afternoon - for a new recreation area on Hampden Avenue, near the Seton Center.

UMES Engineering Degree Could Open Doors at NASA (2007-07-23)
More students from the University of Maryland Eastern Shore may have a future working at NASA's Wallops Flight Facility, following an approval by the state's Board of Regents to create a new four-year engineering program.

Student nearly killed in bike accident to visit Kent Island (2007-07-23)
Kent Island will be getting a visit Friday from Anna Lozeva, the Bulgarian student who was run over while riding her bike three years ago this week.

Man dies after diving into O.C. surf to save sons (2007-07-23)
The Ocean City Beach Patrol says a father from Fruitland died yesterday evening trying to rescue his two sons in the surf.

Talk of plea deal in Cordova shooting case (2007-07-23)
There's talk about a plea deal in the case of a Cordova man charged with shooting his wife and firing at police.

Salisbury Council to change effective date of water rates (2007-07-23)
The Salisbury City Council is expected to vote tonight to change the starting date for the city's new water and sewer rates.

No injuries in Pocomoke apartment house fire (2007-07-23)
The Worcester County Fire Marshal's Office say faulty wiring caused a weekend fire in Pocomoke City.

Hearings set on implementing smoking ban (2007-07-23)
The state Department of Health and Mental Hygiene has scheduled public hearings to take comments on the state's new smoking ban -- also known as the Clean Indoor Air Act.

O'Malley Watch Former Ehrlich spokesman denies he is O'Malley Watch blogger (2007-07-21)
The spokesman for former Governor Robert Ehrlich denies he is the anonymous blogger posting examples of Governor Martin O'Malley's supposed broken promises to voters.

Drought conditions hit Maryland, Delaware (2007-07-20)
The latest information compiled by the National Drought Mitigation Center shows that three quarters of Maryland and two-thirds of Delaware are experiencing a moderate to severe drought.

'Dads Pound 'Birds, 8-2 (2007-07-20)
The Hickory Crawdads again defeated the Delmarva Shorebirds 8-2, to take the first three games of a four-game set at Arthur W. Perdue Stadium.

Mother accused of abandoning tot (2007-07-19)
The Wicomico County Sheriff's office says a Fruitland woman abandoned her 3-year-old son behind a trash bin in Salisbury.

Dad's Get Past Delmarva in 11, 4-3 (2007-07-19)
The Hickory Crawdads defeated the Delmarva Shorebirds 4-3 in 11 innings, Tuesday afternoon in Salisbury.

Funeral held today for former UMES president (2007-07-19)
The funeral service for former University of Maryland, Eastern Shore president William Hytche was held at 11 a-m today at the university's Ella Fitzgerald Center for the Performing Arts.

Politicians gather at calmer off-year Crisfield feast (2007-07-19)
Without any statewide elections looming, it was a calmer gathering for this year's J. Millard Tawes Crab and Clam Bake in Crisfield.

No personnel changes planned at Cambridge firm (2007-07-19)
Executives at I-S-G International say you shouldn't expect any changes at the company's Cambridge building now that I-S-G has merged with Risk Placement Services.

O'Malley announces energy audit program for farmers (2007-07-19)
Governor Martin O'Malley has unveiled a program to help farmers save energy.

Climate change poses threat to Chesapeake, group says (2007-07-19)
The Chesapeake Bay Foundation will release a report today that says the bay is also threatened by global warming.

Somerset farmer found overpumping water for irrigation (2007-07-19)
The Maryland Department of the Environment says it has determined that a sod farmer in Somerset County drew more water than permitted to irrigate his crops.

Somerset County man convicted of kidnapping half-brother (2007-07-19)
A Somerset County man has been ordered to serve five years behind bars for kidnapping his half-brother.

Five senior Wicomico officials got bonus raises (2007-07-19)
Some members of the Wicomico County Council are upset to find out that raises for five appointed county officials were tucked inside the county executive's recent supplemental budget.

Eastern Shore Focus - Show # 17: Wicomico's Fading Past (Encore) (2007-07-18)
In this encore presentation of Eastern Shore Focus, we turn to the history of Wicomico County, Maryland. However, much of that history is in danger of being forgotten, as less and less people have the time, or interest, in learning more about the county's roots.

Arrest Slam Dunk tournament organizer arrested in Miami (2007-07-18)
The organizer of a defunct high school basketball tournament that once drew some of the best prep players in the nation to the Delaware coast was arrested yesterday in Miami.

Eastern Shore Focus - Show # 21: Lt. Gov. Brown & MaTech (2007-07-18)
In today's program, we start off with an interview I had with Maryland Lieutenant Governor Anthony Brown, who toured the lower Eastern Shore, along with Governor Martin O'Malley, in late June of 2007. We'll also talk with Raphael Correa, the president of a company based in Salisbury, Maryland, which just moved into the new, state-of-the-art manufacturing facility.

Eastern Shore Focus - Show # 22: Charles Massey Interview (2007-07-18)
There aren't many local officials on the Eastern Shore - or the rest of the country, for that matter - that can say that they've managed the day-to-day operations of a county government for the span of an entire generation. But Charles Massey can.

Eastern Shore Focus - Show # 20: Jim Rapp Leaves Zoo (Pt 2) (2007-07-18)
In the previous edition of Eastern Shore Focus, we heard Part One of my interview with Jim Rapp, the former director of the Salisbury zoo - as he discussed his experiences in that role. We'll hear Part Two of that interview, as Jim continues to discuss his thoughts about the Salisbury Zoo, as well as his goals as director of D-LITE.

Eastern Shore Focus - Show # 18: Trimper Rides (2007-07-18)
Since 1890, children and adults from across the country have flocked to one of Ocean City's oldest landmark attractions - Trimper Rides Amusement Park. However, as Ocean City continues to grow and develop, this family-owned amusement park is facing the possibility of closing its doors forever.

Eastern Shore Focus - Show # 15: The Farm Bill (Pt 1) (2007-07-18)
As Congress gears up to consider the Farm Bill, some environmental groups and scientists are pushing lawmakers to consider legislation that would help farmers to reduce the amount of nutrients that run-off their farms, and pollute the Bay.

Eastern Shore Focus - Show # 16: The Farm Bill (Pt 2) (2007-07-18)
In Part 2 of this report, we'll talk about the Farm Bill and the conservation measures being proposed in Congress, and what local farmers think about it.

'Birds Fall to 'Dads, 5-1 (2007-07-18)
Jim Negrych drove in three runs and Hickory took advantage of sloppy defense by Delmarva as the Crawdads defeated the Shorebirds 5-1 in the first of a four-game set at Arthur W. Perdue Stadium.

Officials to discuss Route 113 & 12 intersection (2007-07-18)
A public meeting is being held tonight at the Snow Hill library to discuss safety concerns over the intersection of routes 12 and 113 just outside the town.

Eastern Shore Focus - Show #18: Trimper Rides (2007-07-18)
Since 1890, children and adults from across the country have flocked to one of Ocean City's oldest landmark attractions - Trimper Rides Amusement Park. However, as Ocean City continues to grow and develop, this family-owned amusement park is facing the possibility of closing its doors forever.

New corn planting will hurt bay, report says (2007-07-18)
Agricultural experts and scientists say record corn prices will cause trouble for the Chesapeake Bay unless government increases spending for conservation programs.

Eastern Shore Focus - Show # 14: The Legacy of Lynching (Pt 2) (2007-07-18)
In Part Two of this program, we continue our discussion with Sherrilyn Ifill about the legacy of lynching on the Shore, and ways in which healing can be promoted.

Eastern Shore Focus - Show #18: Trimper Rides (2007-07-18)
Since 1890, children and adults from across the country have flocked to one of Ocean City's oldest landmark attractions - Trimper Rides Amusement Park. However, as Ocean City continues to grow and develop, this family-owned amusement park is facing the possibility of closing its doors forever.

Politics meets seafood at annual Crisfield Crab and Clam Bake (2007-07-18)
Politics gets a sprinkle of Old Bay tomorrow in Crisfield, where thousands are expected for the annual Tawes Crab and Clam Bake.

Eastern Shore Focus - Show # 13: The Legacy of Lynching (Pt 1) (2007-07-18)
Most communities in this country have had an ugly period in their collective past that some would like to forget, but others will always remember. And the Eastern Shore is no exception, as it was the site of the last two recorded lynchings in the state of Maryland.

Redecking of Bay Bridge span segment to take longer (2007-07-18)
The Maryland Transportation Authority has revised plans for the redecking project on the westbound span of the Bay Bridge.

Eastern Shore Focus - Show # 19: Jim Rapp Leaves Zoo (Pt 1) (2007-07-18)
Since 1994, Jim Rapp has been running the Salisbury Zoo, as its director. Under his tenure, the zoo has continued to grow and expand its exhibits for visitors. But on July 1, 2007, he stepped down to become Executive Director of Delmarva Low-Impact Tourism Experiences - known as D-LITE for short.

Eastern Shore Focus - Show # 2: Local Businesses / Energy Asst. (2007-07-17)
We'll learn about a new on-line auction site dedicated to serving Delmarva. We'll also talk to the owner of a historic Princess Anne restaurant, who's decided to close its doors. And finally, we'll learn about the Energy Assistance Programs available for residents on the Eastern Shore, who are struggling to stay warm this winter.

Shore Farmers Hope for Rain (2007-07-17)
Farmers across the Lower Shore are praying for rain, as many of their fields are beginning to wilt to the point of a major harvest loss.

Tawes clambake tomorrow in Crisfield (2007-07-17)
Lovers of seafood and politics will converge on Crisfield tomorrow for the 31st annual J- Millard Tawes Crab and Clam Bake.

Drugs blamed in Wicomico homicide (2007-07-17)
Authorities in Wicomico County are saying more about a fatal stabbing over the weekend.

Arrests made in death of pastor (2007-07-17)
Authorities in South Carolina say a man and a woman have been arrested in the shooting death of a Springfield pastor at his favorite fishing hole in Barnwell County.

Eastern Shore Focus - Show # 3: Route 113 Dualization (2007-07-17)
you'll hear a report about a notoriously dangerous stretch of highway in Worcester County that has a lot of residents worried.

Eastern Shore Focus - Show # 8: School Emergency Preparedness (2007-07-17)
In today's program, we'll talk about one of the subjects that many parents don't like to think about, but should be aware of - how to prepare your family for the event of a natural or man-made disaster.

Eastern Shore Focus - Show # 10: Franklin Interview (Part 2) (2007-07-17)
This is a continuation of Part 1 of this special edition of Eastern Shore Focus, which marked the twentieth anniversary of WESM 91.3 FM.

Eastern Shore Focus - Show # 11: Rising Electric Bills (Part 1) (2007-07-17)
Matt Likovich of Delmarva Power, talks about why many residents power bills are going up, and also discusses other energy-related issues.

Eastern Shore Focus - Show # 12: Electric Bills (Part 2) / M. Martin (2007-07-17)
This is Part Two of my interview with Matthew Likovich - Delmarva Power's Community and Communications Coordinator. We'll hear from the host of a new National Public Radio talk show - called Tell Me More - launching on Monday, April 30, 2007.

Eastern Shore Focus - Show # 7: Speeding in Maryland & 9-1-1 (2007-07-17)
We'll talk with a group of researchers from the University Of Maryland School of Medicine. They've recently completed a study on speeding. And you might be surprised to learn that getting a speeding ticket in Maryland doesn't change the likelihood of drivers being stopped again, for the same offense.

Eastern Shore Focus - Show # 4: Young Black Men / Akan Art (2007-07-17)
In today's show we'll cover the recent colloquium on the state of young black men - which was held at the campus of the University of Maryland Eastern Shore. We'll also talk with an expert on Ghanaian art weavings - and the woven symbols it uses as a type of language - proving that West African traditional clothing and culture is much more highly advanced than previously thought.

Eastern Shore Focus - Show # 5: IRS Tax Tips / UMES Athletics (2007-07-17)
In today's program, we'll talk with Keith Davidson, as he officially takes over the helm of the University of Maryland Eastern Shore athletics program - after serving just over a year as interim director. And just in time for tax season, we'll get tips from Jim Dupree, IRS spokesman for Maryland and Virginia.

Eastern Shore Focus - Show # 8: School Emergency Prep. (2007-07-17)
In today's program, we'll talk about one of the subjects that many parents don't like to think about, but should be aware of - how to prepare your family for the event of a natural or man-made disaster.

Cambridge and Dorchester mull combined EMS (2007-07-17)
Members of the Cambridge city council and the Dorchester County Council are looking at combining city and county emergency medical services.

Eastern Shore Focus - Show # 6: Maryland Coastal Bays (2007-07-17)
One group that's been pushing for what it believes is a balanced approach to development is the Maryland Coastal Bays Program.

Funeral set for Former UMES President William P. Hytche (2007-07-17)
Funeral arrangements have been finalized for William Hytche, the late President Emeritus at the University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES).

Eastern Shore Focus - Show # 9: Franklin Interview (Part 1) (2007-07-17)
This is a special edition of Eastern Shore Focus. Believe it or not, March of 2007 was a milestone month for WESM 91.3 FM, as it marked its twentieth anniversary.

Water Available for Somerset Residents in Need (2007-07-16)
The Somerset County Emergency Services office is working with the Red Cross to collect the names and address of those living in the Eden and Allen areas, who have had difficulties with their wells - and are in need of bottled water.

Man dies in crash near Berlin (2007-07-16)
State police say a man is dead after his car crashed into a utility pole early Sunday morning near Berlin.

New Choptank Electric headquarters opens today (2007-07-16)
Choptank Electric is open for business today in a new headquarters building in Denton.

Balto. man arrested after Lower Shore chase (2007-07-16)
A Baltimore man is facing D-U-I charges following his arrest at the end of a 10-mile police chase on the Lower Shore.

Salisbury area man charged in fatal stabbing of father (2007-07-16)
Authorities in Wicomico County say a Salisbury man stabbed his father to death in his own home.

Salisbury teen charged with attempted murder (2007-07-16)
A Salisbury teenager has been charged as adult after police say he tried to ram his car into a patrol car driven by a Wicomico County sheriff's deputy.

Wells drying up in Somerset County (2007-07-13)
A number of private wells in Somerset County have dried up. According to Dan Powell, Somerset County's Administrator, the problem started three weeks ago, and since then 30 wells have dried up near the Somerset-Wicomico border, just outside of Princess Anne.

Balto. man charged in fatal Caroline accident (2007-07-13)
A Baltimore man is facing charges in Caroline County in an accident last year that killed a motorcyclist.

Science educators get course on ocean at Horn Point Laboratory (2007-07-13)
Science teachers from across the country have received a crash course in ocean sciences at the Horn Point Laboratory.

Eastern Shore Focus - Show # 1: Wicomico's Fading Past (2007-07-13)
Formed from portions of Somerset and Worcester Counties a few years after the end of the Civil War, Wicomico County has had a rich history serving as the hub of the Eastern Shore. However, much of that history is in danger of being forgotten as less and less people have the time, or interest, in learning more about the county's roots.

Humane Society reopens after dog virus (2007-07-13)
The Humane Society of Wicomico County is open again and taking steps to reduce the risk of future outbreaks of the canine distemper virus.

Harrington motorcyclist killed in crash (2007-07-13)
A Harrington man was killed yesterday, when he pulled his motorcycle out in front of an on-coming truck.

Secretary pleads guilty in theft at construction company (2007-07-12)
A Berlin woman has been ordered to serve 18 months in prison for stealing 120-thousand dollars from the West Ocean City construction company, where she worked, as a secretary.

Buyer's market for condominiums in Ocean City (2007-07-12)
A housing slump in Ocean City is keeping many condominiums empty.

Allen to expand plants in Maryland (2007-07-12)
A Delaware-based poultry processor says it will add 750 workers when it expands two of its plants on Maryland's Eastern Shore during the next two years.

Road rage incident results in two charged (2007-07-12)
Maryland State Police have charged two people with attempted first degree murder, for allegedly shooting at a man after a road rage incident that occurred in Caroline County.

Snow Hill authorizes Summerfield Development (2007-07-11)
The mayor and council of Snow Hill, Maryland, have voted to approve a Planned Development District for the 2,000-home Summerfield development, in the south of the town.

Three sent to hospital in Pocomoke City accident (2007-07-11)
A single-vehicle accident occurred early this morning along Dividing Creek Road, in the area of Worth Road.

Wicomico County plans to buy land for park (2007-07-11)
Wicomico County is looking into buying 105 acres of farmland west of Salisbury to build a park.

Queen Anne's to proceed with land deal (2007-07-10)
Queen Anne's County officials say they will go ahead with the purchase of a Grasonville farm owned by a company run by a member of the governor's transition team.

Amusement park on Ocean City boardwalk asks for tax help (2007-07-10)
The owners of the famous carousel and arcade along the Ocean City boardwalk are stepping up pressure to have their tax bill reduced.

High school inadvertently destroys AP exams (2007-07-10)
Wicomico High School in Salisbury says it is reviewing its test handling procedures following word that advanced placement tests taken by 46 students this year were mistakenly destroyed before the students learned of their grades.

Bikers sought in brutal attack on Md. man (2007-07-10)
State Police are asking the public's help in identifying three bikers who attacked a man in Templeville -- leaving him with permanent brain injuries.

Black High School Students Charged with Attempted Murder for Schoolyard Fight After Nooses Are Hung from Tree (2007-07-10)
Six black students at Jena High School in Central Louisiana were arrested last December after a school fight in which a white student was beaten and suffered a concussion and multiple bruises.

Hearing tonight on Snow Hill zoning change (2007-07-10)
A public hearing is set for tonight in Snow Hill about a zoning change needed for construction of the proposed Summerfield Development

Va. Governor to visit Shore today (2007-07-09)
Virginia Governor Tim Kaine and his cabinet will be touring the Eastern Shore today, in Accomack County.

O'Malley releases details of proposed cuts (2007-07-09)
Governor Martin O'Malley is expected to announce tomorrow that he wants to cut 213 (M) million dollars in the state budget to help make easier the job of meeting a projected deficit of One-point-five (B) billion.

Approval of new highway stalled (2007-07-09)
A proposed 600-mile superhighway connecting five states, and running through Delmarva, won't be under construction for at least six years.

Sussex County pondering preservation of historic buildings (2007-07-09)
Destruction of historic buildings is becoming more common around the country -- and that's especially the case in Sussex County's beach communities.

Motorcyclist seriously hurt in crash with car (2007-07-09)
A motorcyclist was seriously injured yesterday in a crash with a car Saturday in Rehoboth Beach.

TVs Stolen from Ocean City Bar (2007-07-05)
Ocean City Police detectives say that they're investigating the theft of four flat-panel televisions taken from the M-R Ducks bar on Talbot Street.

Salisbury Police Seek Man for Attempted Murder (2007-07-05)
Salisbury police are looking for a man accused of attempted murder at a neighborhood 7-11 convenience store.

Brumley sentenced to 50 years for murder (2007-07-05)
Convicted murderer William Brumley was sentenced to 50 years in prison, for the death of a Shelltown woman.

Teenage Girl Hit Trying to Cross Salisbury Bypass (2007-07-03)
A teenage girl was struck by a car on Monday, after trying to cross the Route 13 Bypass during evening rush-hour traffic.

Chincoteague to close Satellite DMV Office (2007-07-02)
Residents of Chincoteague will no longer be able to obtain DMV services in-town, due to the closure of a satellite office.

Wicomico shelter euthanized 40 dogs after distemper outbreak (2007-07-02)
Wicomico County Humane Society officials say they've euthanized 40 dogs after they learned that the illness affecting the animals its kennel was canine distemper virus.

Wicomico considers stricter rules for adult stores (2007-07-02)
Wicomico County officials are considering joining neighboring jurisdictions in increasing restrictions on adult-oriented stores.

Woman charged with drunken driving with child in the car (2007-07-02)
Easton police say they've charged a woman with drunken driving and child abuse after they say she was driving drunk with her four-year-old daughter in the car.

Salisbury councilwomen suggest rental fee hike (2007-07-02)
Two Salisbury city councilwomen want landlords to contribute more to the cost of city services.

Lieutenant Governor Brown tours Salisbury (2007-06-27)
Anthony Brown, Maryland's Lieutenant Governor, accompanied Governor Martin O'Malley, in a two-day tour of the Lower Eastern Shore earlier this week.

O'Malley to tour coastal bays (2007-06-26)
Governor Martin O'Malley traveled to the Eastern Shore yesterday seeking to build support in a region where he has struggled for votes.

Md. congressman wants hearings on bias in Coast Guard courts (2007-06-26)
A Maryland congressman is calling for hearings to investigate allegations of bias in the U.S. Coast Guard's administrative law courts.

Lawmakers may try to scuttle Milford bypass (2007-06-26)
Delaware lawmakers signaled yesterday that they may try to block plans for a Milford bypass to ease Route 113 congestion.

Wicomico School Board Approves 2007-08 Budget (2007-06-26)
The Wicomico County Board of Education has approved its budget for the 2007-through-08 school year, in a special meeting held on Monday.

Governor O'Malley and Cabinet Officials to Visit Salisbury (2007-06-22)
Maryland Governor Martin O'Malley and Lieutenant Governor Anthony Brown are planning to spend a day in Salisbury, Maryland, this upcoming Monday, to talk with leaders from the Lower Eastern Shore, and tour an area farm.

State Police arrest Crisfield man in domestic disturbance (2007-06-22)
Maryland State Police say that a Crisfield man has been taken into custody after a domestic disturbance led to a gun being produced.

UMES to get four-year engineering degree program (2007-06-22)
The University of Maryland Eastern Shore is slated to get a new four-year Engineering Degree program after a recommendation made earlier this morning by the University System of Maryland's Board of Regents.

Delmarva Power sells Virginia operations (2007-06-21)
Delmarva Power has entered into an agreement to sell its operations on the Eastern Shore of Virginia to two electric cooperatives, for a combined cost of approx. $45 million.

Environmental agencies agree to educational initiative (2007-06-20)
In an effort to boost the presence of minorities in the environmental sciences, the University of Maryland Eastern Shore, along with the US Environmental Protection Agency, the Maryland Coastal Bays Program, and various other state agencies - have agreed to work together to provide educational opportunities for students of all levels on the Eastern Shore.

Authorities name Lanham man swept away by rip current (2007-06-19)
Authorities have released the name of the 19-year-old Lanham man who was swept away Sunday afternoon while in the surf in Ocean City.

Confederacy museum sees profit; Richmond, Va., exit still likely (2007-06-19)
The Museum of the Confederacy expects a profit for the first time since the early 1990s.

Closing arguments expected tomorrow for bi-state shooting trial (2007-06-19)
Closing arguments are expected Wednesday in Georgetown at the trial of Lamont Norman, the 25-year-old man charged in a shooting rampage in April 2005 that stretched from Laurel, Delaware, to Salisbury, Maryland, and resulted in two deaths.

Three pedestrians struck this past weekend in Ocean City (2007-06-19)
Ocean City Police say that three pedestrians were struck and injured, this past weekend - all three of which were not using designated crosswalks.

Traffic death totals rise in Wicomico (2007-06-19)
Wicomico County is showing an increase in traffic-related fatalities.

Montgomery police find missing children (2007-06-19)
A Germantown man and his two children have been found unharmed following a manhunt that began amid fears that he might harm himself and his son and daughter.

Proposed pipeline would pump natural gas under Chesapeake Bay (2007-06-19)
A public meeting is planned for tonight in Cambridge to discuss a proposal to build a natural gas pipeline beneath the Chesapeake Bay.

Mayors doubt windmills will keep tourists away (2007-06-18)
The mayors of three coastal Delaware towns say an offshore wind farm won't hurt local tourism.

Groups send petitions to keep Shore Health close to Easton (2007-06-18)
Two groups have joined forces to pressure Shore Health System to put its new hospital in -- or near -- Easton.

Speedboat goes off course, wrecks on O.C. beach (2007-06-18)
Police in Ocean City say no one was hurt when a speedboat taking part in offshore powerboat races yesterday veered off course and slammed onto the beach near 17th Street.

Lanham man disappears in the surf in Ocean City (2007-06-18)
The Ocean City Beach Patrol says a Lanham man is presumed drowned after he was swept away in a rip current while swimming yesterday near 31st Street.

State police capture man in high-speed chase (2007-06-18)
A high-speed chase in Parsonsburg resulted in a Salisbury man being accused of attempted murder after police say he aimed his car at the pursuing officer.

State police apprehend two wanted men in Eden, Md (2007-06-18)
In an effort to to locate wanted violent offenders in Somerset County, Maryland State Police have apprehended two suspects wanted on several assault charges.

Snakeheads increasing in Potomac watershed, biologist says (2007-06-18)
A biologist with the Virginia Department of Game and Inland Fisheries says the number of snakehead fish is still on the rise in tributaries of the Potomac River.

Police searching for N.J. woman in abandoned toddler case (2007-06-15)
State police believe they have identified the mother of the toddler found abandoned last weekend outside Christiana Hospital.

Another break-in reported at Mid-Shore wireless store (2007-06-15)
The count is now eleven Verizon Wireless stores on the Mid-Shore targeted in recent weeks by burglars or would-be burglars.

Family sues state in fatal shooting of waterman (2007-06-15)
The parents of a waterman killed in an altercation with a Maryland Natural Resources Police officer are suing the state, the police department and the officer.

Salisbury Zoo Director Leaves for New Position (2007-06-15)
Jim Rapp has been the zoo's director, but starting on the first of July, he'll be stepping down to become the new Executive Director of a nature-tourism group, called D-LITE.

2 teens convicted of plot to kill 4 at Montgomery middle school (2007-06-15)
Two teenagers have been convicted of conspiracy to commit murder at their Montgomery County middle school.

Snow Hill council close to final vote on Summerfield (2007-06-15)
Municipal leaders in Snow Hall have taken another step toward approving the Summerfield development.

Ex-teachers union official pleads guilty in loan case (2007-06-14)
Former state teachers union official Barry Young has pleaded guilty to two counts of making a false statement.

Treatment plant funded by "flush tax" opens in Easton (2007-06-14)
The first of the state's sewage treatment plants to get funds from the so-called "flush tax" has formally opened in Easton.

Investigators reveal identities of suspects wanted in home invasion (2007-06-14)
The Somerset Bureau of Investigation has revealed the identities of two of the suspects in a Princess Anne home invasion, who are still at-large.

State intends to seek death in Delmar homicide (2007-06-14)
Wicomico County State's Attorney Davis Ruark has filed a notice of intent to seek the death penalty against a man accused of murdering a retired Delmar pastor.

Study: Va. ranks No. 29 on survey of state health-care systems (2007-06-14)
A new report that ranks all 50 states based on the performance of their health care systems -- puts Virginia at Number 29.

Police name men sought in Somerset home invasion (2007-06-14)
State police have released the names of the two men being sought in a home invasion that led to gunplay Tuesday in Princess Anne.

Warden at Somerset jail resigns; had been on leave since March (2007-06-13)
James Henderson has resigned after five years as the warden at the Somerset County Detention Center, but he says his decision had little to do with allegations brought against him by an inmate.

Two sought after home invasion in Princess Anne (2007-06-13)
State police say a woman is in custody and two men are still at large following a home invasion and a manhunt near Princess Anne.

Mature female found; could boost bay sturgeon population (2007-06-13)
There's new hope that Atlantic sturgeon will repopulate the Chesapeake Bay.

Police Capture Deer in Downtown Ocean City (2007-06-13)
Ocean City police officers see a lot of strange things during the month of June, but a wild deer roaming the boardwalk usually isn't one of them.

Man who killed co-worker scheduled to be executed (2007-06-13)
A man who bludgeoned a co-worker to death with the base of a brass lamp is scheduled to be executed tonight.

Police Seek Clues in Princess Anne Shooting (2007-06-13)
State police say a woman is in custody and two men are still at large following a home invasion and a manhunt near Princess Anne.

Hearings start tonight in inland bay pollution strategy (2007-06-13)
Public hearings begin tonight on a plan to clean up Delaware's inland bays.

Humane Society targets shark tournaments (2007-06-12)
The nation's largest animal rights group wants to end several shark tournaments around the East Coast, including one in Maryland.

Allegheny proposes rate increase for proposed transmission line (2007-06-12)
Allegheny Energy now wants a rate increase for the West Virginia piece of a proposed 240-mile interstate transmission line that will also run through part of Virginia.

Summit today to discuss health care for the uninsured (2007-06-12)
About 25 government officials and business leaders will meet today at the Wilmington Riverfront for a summit about providing health care for the uninsured. The summit is being hosted by the Delaware Public Policy Institute and AztraZeneca.

Dog park idea appears dead in Rehoboth Beach (2007-06-11)
A Rehoboth Beach commissioner says a proposed dog park has more opponents than supporters.

Berlin man attacks officers at police station (2007-06-11)
The Daily Times reports that a local man was charged with criminal trespass and assaulting a police officer - after he kicked one officer, rammed another and damaged the Berlin police station's booking area during his arrest.

State to relocate the residents of Courtyard Apartments (2007-06-11)
The Delaware State Housing Authority has taken back Edgemoor's Courtyard Apartments from the private owner and will help the nearly 300 residents find another place to live.

Senators announce federal fund for four airports (2007-06-11)
Four Maryland airports have are getting millions of dollars for upgrades. The federal grants were announced Friday by Senators Barbara Mikulski and Ben Cardin.

Hundreds swim across bay (2007-06-11)
The Great Chesapeake Bay Swim drew 600 swimmers yesterday from as far away as California, Florida and Massachusetts.

Petitioners won't challenge ruling in failed tax challenge (2007-06-11)
Salisbury City Council President Louise Smith is expecting to get an earful from citizens at tonight's council meeting about the council vote this spring to raise the city's cap on property tax rates.

Two motorcyclists killed in crash on Route 50 (2007-06-11)
State police say two Virginia men were killed yesterday when their motorcycles hit a station wagon on Route 50 near Easton.

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Badmann wins another EagleMan title in Cambridge (2007-06-11)
Natasha Badmann of Switzerland has claimed a fourth consecutive title at the Eagleman Ironman half-triathlon in Cambridge.

National Guard unit headed to Iraq (2007-06-11)
More than 450 soldiers in a Portsmouth-based Virginia National Guard unit has left for training in Mississippi before heading overseas to Iraq.

Va. Tech families demand role on panel (2007-06-11)
Some relatives of victims in the Virginia Tech shootings are angry about being left off the state panel that is reviewing the tragedy.

UMES Fitness Expert Promotes Men's Health Week (2007-06-11)
University of Maryland Eastern Shore is helping to promote National Men's Health Week, by launching a week-long series of wellness workshops, and lectures - aimed at educating men, especially African-American males, on common - yet mostly preventable ailments.

Recent crashes emphasize deadliness of I-95 (2007-06-11)
Six people have died on Interstate 95 since June first, accentuating the highway's reputation as Virginia's deadliest interstate.

Group reports on health of James River (2007-06-11)
The James River Association will issue an assessment today of the health of the river -- it's first in six years.

Teenager killed by lightning strike (2007-06-11)
Campbell County authorities say a teenager was killed over the weekend when he was struck by lightning near his home in Gladys.

More phony merchandise found in ongoing probe (2007-06-11)
The ongoing investigation into counterfeit goods at two northern Delaware markets has turned up even more bogus merchandise.

No injuries in bus fire near Salisbury (2007-06-11)
State police say no passengers were injured when a Trailways bus caught fire last night near Salisbury.

Legislative session enters final weeks (2007-06-11)
With less than three weeks left in the General Assembly session, state lawmakers still have some unfinished business.

Police arrest mother of abandoned girl (2007-06-11)
Baltimore County police now say they have found the mother of a toddler left in a stroller at a White Marsh area church.

Man dies at Anne Arundel dragstrip (2007-06-11)
Anne Arundel County firefighters say a 40-year-old man was killed Saturday evening on the dragstrip at Capitol Raceway in Crofton.

State gets $1.9 million in federal crime funds (2007-06-11)
Delaware is getting more than 1.9 million dollars in federal funds to support efforts to combat gang activity, run drug treatment programs, and make improvements to the state's criminal justice system.

Workers will vie to get last truck off assembly line (2007-06-11)
Workers at Ford Motor Company's Norfolk plant know that one of them will get the last truck to roll off the assembly line.

AG announces settlement with title loan lenders (2007-06-11)
The state attorney general's office says a consumer loan company has agreed to settle with the state for violating Virginia's Consumer Finance Act.

School discipline reports available on line (2007-06-11)
State education officials have posted school safety and discipline reports online for parents and teachers to view.

M&T Bank fixes glitch that delayed updating account balances (2007-06-09)
A spokesman for M&T Bank says a computer glitch has been fixed.

Ceremony remembers slaves who perished crossing the Atlantic (2007-06-09)
Water, honey and rum will be poured off the coasts of South Carolina and New York today in ceremonies honoring the millions of Africans who died crossing the Atlantic during the slave trade.

Shenandoah-like fish kills reported in other rivers (2007-06-09)
A mysterious fish kill first reported in the Shenandoah River in 2004 may be spreading.

Judge overturns Delaware ban on horseshoe crab harvest (2007-06-09)
A judge struck down Delaware's two-year ban on harvesting horseshoe crabs, saying there area enough crabs for a limited harvest.

Incumbents lead record fund-raising, spending pace (2007-06-09)
General Assembly candidates are fund-raising at a record pace.

Tech flag, UVa. grad, Jamestown relics headed for space (2007-06-09)
A bit of Virginia is aboard the space shuttle Atlantis as it heads to the international space station.

Kaine delivers grant to Tangier Island (2007-06-09)
On Tangier Island, medical care has been delivered by a single doctor for the past 27 years.

Local, federal dogfighting investigations move ahead (2007-06-09)
The Surry County prosecutor says it is now "parallel investigations" looking at suspected dogfighting at a property owned by Michael Vick.

Contract language forces delay for bridge project (2007-06-07)
State transportation officials say a construction postponement on for the new Route One bridge at Indian River Inlet was the result of language in the project's bid which could have led to a court fight.

Senate passes bill banning Internet hunting (2007-06-07)
The state Senate has given final legislative approval to a bill banning Internet hunting in Delaware.

Bill would put new limits on local planning decisions (2007-06-07)
New legislation in the state capital would place new restrictions on local and county governments when allowing large subdivisions.

Taxi driver killed in Balto. was immigrant and permanent U.S. resident (2007-06-07)
We're learning more about the Baltimore taxi driver who was shot to death Tuesday night in Charles Village.

Pastor resigns after audit of pay by archdiocese (2007-06-07)
The pastor in a Catholic parish in Severn has resigned after the Archdiocese of Baltimore concluded he was being compensated too generously.

Resort police investigate counterfeit bills (2007-06-07)
Ocean City police say they've handled several cases involving counterfeit money in the last few weeks.

O'Malley to announce additional energy assistance funds (2007-06-07)
Governor Martin O'Malley is scheduled this morning to announce that more money is available for people struggling to pay rising electric bills.

Bail denied for Del. man held in pastor's death in Md. (2007-06-07)
The Dagsboro, Delaware, accused of the fatal beating of a retired minister in Wicomico County has been ordered held without bond.

Suspect pleads guilty in Ocean City shooting (2007-06-07)
A suspect in a drive-by shooting that occurred in Ocean City in May 2006 has pleaded guilty to a charge of first-degree assault.

Waterways cleaner after trash pickup (2007-06-07)
A new report says cigarette filters topped the list of trash items found during last year's annual international coastal cleanup.

Serviceman dies in motorcycle crash en route to DAFB (2007-06-07)
State police say a member of the U-S military on his way to Dover Air Force Base was killed in a motorcycle accident last night near Dover.

State settles lawsuits brought by fired PSC workers (2007-06-07)
The state has settled lawsuits filed by two former employees of the Maryland Public Service Commission who claimed they were filed illegally.

Suspect in hit-and-run released on bond (2007-06-07)
A woman from King George, Virginia, accused in a hit-and-run accident in Maryland that injured four children has been released from jail on bond.

Veteran Hampton police officer charged with sodomy (2007-06-07)
A veteran Hampton police officer is in jail today, being held without bond on charges involving sexual abuse of a child.

Sussex County approves $4 million in airport upgrades (2007-06-07)
Members of the Sussex County Council say renovations will begin soon on the cross-wind runway at the county airport.

Legislative leaders meeting in private on finances (2007-06-07)
With weeks left until the deadline for approval of a new state budget, the top legislative leaders from both sides of the aisle have begin private meetings about possible revenue options.

Web designer admits making threat of violence at San Diego campus (2007-06-07)
A Web designer has pleaded guilty to posting a message on his site threatening bloodshed at San Diego State University to generate publicity, one day after the Virginia Tech massacre.

Airports authority signs Dulles rail deal (2007-06-07)
The Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority has signed a contract committing the region to building a 23-mile Metrorail extension to Dulles Airport.

Kaine, Cabinet visit Southside (2007-06-07)
Governor Tim Kaine and his Cabinet are back on the road today.

NAACP reducing staff, closing regional offices (2007-06-07)
The NAACP is cutting costs and will eliminate 49 jobs at its national headquarters in Baltimore.

Minner promises to veto sports betting (2007-06-07)
Governor Ruth Ann Minner is promising to veto a proposal to allow sports betting if it ever reaches her desk.

Princess Anne man barricades self (2007-06-06)
Maryland State Police report that they responded to a domestic dispute just outside of Princess Anne, that took place Tuesday night around 8 p.m.

Developer challenges denial of permit for Kent Island project (2007-06-06)
The developer hoping to build 1,350 single-family homes and townhouses on Kent Island is appealing the state's denial of a wetlands permit for the project.

Sponsor strikes bill to raise gas tax, vehicle fees (2007-06-06)
Don't look for state lawmakers to raise vehicle fees or the state's gasoline tax this year.

Trimper Rides: High taxes may force closure (2007-06-06)
This family-owned amusement park is facing the possibility of closing its doors forever.

Bill affecting New River draws opposition from Virginia (2007-06-06)
Virginia lawmakers are against a proposal by a U.S. Senator from North Carolina to protect 31 miles of the New River from development by federal agencies.

Sierra Club seeks ban on chemical linked to intersex fish (2007-06-05)
The group says detergents in question contain toxic chemical compounds that can cause male fish to develop certain female characteristics

Voter education drive targets minorities (2007-06-05)
A new program aims to register, educate and improve the voter participation of Delaware's minorities.

Boy expected to recover from swimming incident (2007-06-05)
Authorities in Somerset County say a boy is expected to make a full recovery after his rescue from a Crisfield pool over the weekend.

Ocean City man robbed at gunpoint (2007-06-05)
Ocean City police say that they were called to the scene of a robbery that took place early Saturday morning outside a bar downtown.

SBI seeks two suspects in Westover armed robbery (2007-06-05)
The Somerset County Bureau of Investigation is seeking two male suspects in an armed robbery that occurred overnight at a Dash-In convenience store in Westover, Maryland.

Deal Island woman found dead in home (2007-06-04)
The Somerset Bureau of Investigation reports the death of 40-year-old Kimberly Lynn Cawood of Deal Island, at her home on Lola Wheatley Road, last Saturday.

Juvenile survives drowning in Crisfield (2007-06-04)
Maryland State Police and the Somerset County Sheriff's Office report that a boy survived drowning in a pool at a Crisfield residence last Saturday.

Ruark expects to take officer investigation to grand jury (2007-06-04)
Wicomico County State's Attorney Davis Ruark says he's still waiting on police reports before he can seek criminal charges against a male Salisbury police officer under investigation for allegedly engaging in a sexual act while on duty during Memorial Day weekend.

Maryland Senators announce funding for Salisbury airport runway (2007-06-04)
Maryland's U.S. Senators in Washington announced on Friday, that the U.S. Transportation Department has awarded Wicomico County $4.6 million to complete reconstruction of the main runway at the Salisbury-Ocean City Wicomico Regional Airport.

Teen pleads guilty in slaying during robbery (2007-05-31)
A Salisbury teenager has been convicted of second-degree murder in the slaying of a man during a robbery last November.

Crisfield man accused of trying to hire hit man to kill witnesses (2007-05-31)
A Crisfield man is accused of trying to hire a hit man to murder two witnesses in a pending criminal case against him.

Dover state park aims to tell slaves' stories (2007-05-31)
People curious about slaves in Kent County and their struggle for freedom can take part in a walking tour this weekend in Dover.

Judge in Norfolk orders release of jailed immigrant (2007-05-31)
A federal judge in Norfolk has ruled that a Middle Eastern man jailed for nearly four years must be released by June eighth.

State police pursue wanted Princess Anne Man in foot pursuit (2007-05-30)
Two Maryland State Police troopers captured a wanted man late Monday afternoon in Princess Anne after a foot chase.

Dover council postpones action on call for slavery apology (2007-05-30)
The Dover City Council has tabled a resolution calling on state lawmakers to apologize for slavery.

Salisbury Police probe officer misconduct (2007-05-30)
The Salisbury Police Department reports that they're cooperating with Maryland State Police in an investigation concerning the alleged misconduct involving a Salisbury police officer.

UMES honors Hytche legacy with project initiative (2007-05-30)
The University of Maryland Eastern Shore recently unveiled a new initiative project designed to honor the legacy of former University President, William P. Hytche.

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A single ticket has won the grand prize from the latest Mega Millions lotto drawing.

Md. lawmakers take another crack at health care reform (2007-05-30)
Maryland lawmakers have begun work on another effort to expand health coverage -- but they were warned by several experts that the task will be both difficult and expensive.

Berlin approves Segway tours (2007-05-30)
Visitors to Berlin will soon be able to take tours of the historic town on Segways...

Funeral today in Salisbury for soldier killed in Iraq (2007-05-29)
A funeral service is planned for this morning in Salisbury for a soldier killed May 17th in Iraq.

Cruise ship to depart from Cambridge (2007-05-29)
The 220-foot cruise ship The American Star is to leave Long Wharf in Cambridge today for Baltimore, where she will depart on her maiden cruise.

Dover Council to hear case for slavery apology (2007-05-29)
The Dover City Council is scheduled tonight to hear from the Dover Human Relations Commission, which wants the city to ask state lawmakers to apologize for slavery.

Richmond, Hampton Roads meet federal air standards (2007-05-29)
Air quality in Richmond and Hampton Roads is getting better.

Police: Man fires at two men in dispute over tools (2007-05-28)
New Castle County Police say a 70-year-old Newark man was arrested after he fired a gun at two men during an altercation over power tools.

Colonial Williamsburg folk art museum gets new look (2007-05-28)
The nation's first folk art museum is now bigger and better.

Man dies after police use taser to subdue him (2007-05-28)
A man is dead after police used a Taser on him when the man became combative. Prince George's County police say they were called to a domestic dispute at the 68-hundred block of Greig Street at about 3:30 p.m. Saturday.

Three suspects arrested in O.C. pizza delivery robbery (2007-05-28)
Three men were arrested Saturday morning after accosting a pizza delivery man at a local hotel.

Ocean City among nation's top travel destinations (2007-05-25)
AAA says more than 38 million Americans will be traveling at least 50 miles for the holiday weekend, and a lot of them will be heading for Ocean City, Maryland.

Salisbury council to meet Tuesday on budget (2007-05-25)
The Salisbury City Council is expected to meet again Tuesday afternoon in an attempt to settle divisions over the budget process.

More traffic volume expected for holiday at Bay Bridge (2007-05-25)
The Maryland Transportation Authority predicts the number of vehicles crossing the Bay Bridge for the holiday weekend will be three percent larger than last year.

Seasonal police force goes to work in O.C. (2007-05-25)
The start of the summer tourist season means the start of work for Ocean City's 111 seasonal police officers.

Man tries to pay tab with marijuana (2007-05-24)
Last Monday, around 3:00 a.m., Michael Autry, 27, of Bel Air, Maryland, walked into the 7-11 store on 94th Street.

Guard members prepare to deploy (2007-05-24)
More than 100 Maryland National Guardsmen began preparing Tuesday for deployment in Iraq.

Workforce housing development gets approval in Berlin (2007-05-24)
Town planners in Berlin have given their approval to the site plan for a development called The Cannery Village.

Farmers: Conservation-- good, commodity funding cuts--bad (2007-05-24)
Last weeky, we reported on efforts by area lawmakers and advocates to increase conservation funding in the upcoming Farm Bill - which Congress is planning to re-authorize for another five to six years.

Man charged in beating of teen in St. Michaels (2007-05-22)
A Saint Michaels has been arrested on assault and reckless endangerment charges in the alleged beating of a teenager outside the Saint Michaels Middle High School.

Rapp leaving Salisbury Zoo (2007-05-22)
Salisbury Zoo director Jim Rapp is leaving for a new job.

OCPD report busy weekend at Cruisin' Festivity (2007-05-22)
Ocean City Police report that this past weekend was one of the busiest weeks so far this year.

Ocean City council adopts new tax rate (2007-05-22)
The Ocean City mayor and Town Council have set the new property tax rate at 41 cents per 100 dollars of property value.

Woman says she was attacked by boyfriend in Ocean City (2007-05-22)
A Salisbury man was arrested early Monday morning after an alleged attack on his girlfriend Ocean City Police say 45-year-old Howard Caltrider held his longtime girlfriend against her will for three hours.

Jury selection to resume in Norman case (2007-05-21)
The jury selection process is expected to resume this morning in Georgetown, Delaware, for the murder trial of 25-year-old Allison Lamont Norman -- the Sussex County man charged in a shooting rampage in April 2005 that straddled Delaware and Maryland and resulted in two deaths.

Brumley linked to other crimes (2007-05-21)
Just days after family members of convicted murderer William Brumley offered a reward for information that would exonerate him, investigators have confirmed that they've linked Brumley to a missing persons case in Virginia, as well as other criminal cases in Maryland.

OCPD report busy weekend at Cruisin' Festivity (2007-05-21)
Ocean City Police report that this past weekend was one of the busiest weeks so far this year.

Employers vie to save the most lives this summer (2007-05-20)
Blood Bank of Delmarva welcomes employers participating in 5th annual Summer Blood Challenge...

Easter Seals welcomes two new members to Board of Directors (2007-05-20)
Easter Seals Delaware & Maryland's Eastern Shore, a leading non-profit provider of quality services for children and adults with disabilities, recently welcomed Tom Corrigan of Wilmington and Kathleen McEntee of Wilmington to the Board of Directors.

Maryland couple's story of love changed history (2007-05-20)
When JoAnn Kovacs met Meki To'alepai at his Polynesian troupe performance in 1963, they soon fell in love. But when it came time to get married, they were turned away because of a Maryland law that banned interracial marriage.

Md. appeals court case could clarify rights of defacto parents (2007-05-20)
A case to be heard by Maryland's highest court could help define the legal standing of people who help raise the child of a romantic partner, but who have not taken formal steps -- such as adoption -- to become the child's legal parent.

Farm bill will impact Delmarva agriculture industry (2007-05-18)
Congress is gearing up for debate in the coming months over the re-authorization of the US Department of Agriculture's Farm Bill.

Wal-Mart to complete land purchase (2007-05-17)
Wal-Mart's purchase of more than 100 acres of land in Somerset County is expected to become final soon.

Man charged with threatening to kill another man (2007-05-17)
A Princess Anne man is behind bars after being arrested on charges of attempted murder.

Somerset County taps Powell as new county administrator (2007-05-16)
A new County Administrator for Somerset County has been tapped to succeed Charles Massey.

Planning commission to review map of sex store sites (2007-05-15)
The Ocean City Planning and Zoning Commission is scheduled today examine a zoning map that would specify sites in the resort where adult businesses would be allowed.

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Ocean City's summer bus scheduled starts May 25 (2007-05-15)
Summer arrives in Ocean City a week from Friday...

Robbery reported near O.C. boardwalk (2007-05-15)
Police in Ocean City are looking for three men and a woman who they say used a gun to rob a person they met near the Boardwalk.

Mayor warns reversing tax hike will deny raises to police (2007-05-14)
Salisbury Mayor Barrie Parsons Tilghman is warning that rolling back the property tax increase will take money out of the pockets of city police officers.

Foreign workers recruited for nonexistent jobs (2007-05-14)
The thousands of foreign students looking for seasonal jobs in Ocean City are easy prey for scam artists.

Citizen's tip helps break shoplifting ring (2007-05-14)
Ocean City police say an alert citizen's tip helped them bust up a shoplifting ring.

Del. man arrested after chase in Wicomico (2007-05-14)
A Georgetown man is in custody and facing several charges after allegedly trying to outrun police.

Dundalk man indicted in slaying of neighbor (2007-05-11)
A Dundalk man arrested Wednesday in the murder of a neighbor has been formally indicted by the Dorchester County grand jury.

Authorities name victims in Bay Bridge crash (2007-05-11)
Authorities have released the names of the three people killed in Thursday's seven-vehicle crash on the westbound span of the Bay Bridge.

Area hospitals move to completely ban smoking (2007-05-10)
The heads of the Peninsula Regional Medical Center, Beebe Medical Center and Nanticoke Health Services, announced plans to completely ban the use of all tobacco products on their grounds starting on July 1, 2007.

May is Electrical Safety Month (2007-05-10)
Delmarva Power's Speakers Bureau Program includes electrical safety demonstration.

Food stolen from resort restaurant (2007-05-10)
Police say more than 800 dollars worth of food was stolen Sunday from a locked outdoor refrigerator of an Ocean City restaurant.

Hospitals to ban tobacco use everywhere on the premises (2007-05-10)
Peninsula Regional Medical Center in Salisbury is one of three area hospitals that plan to be completely tobacco-free starting July first.

Balto. man arrested in Dorchester homicide case (2007-05-10)
State police have made an arrest in the murder of a Dundalk man whose remains were found last month in Dorchester County.

Icelandic plant closing advanced to June (2007-05-09)
The Icelandic Seafood plant in Cambridge will be shutting its doors even sooner than previously thought.

Bird's nest causes island-wide power failure on Chincoteague (2007-05-09)
A bird's nest that managed to find its way into a couple of transformers owned by Delmarva Power, led to a power outage affecting the entire island of Chincoteague Wednesday morning.

Willey says keeping hospital is first priority (2007-05-09)
Newly re-elected Easton Mayor Robert Willey says the first priority of his new term will be keeping Memorial Hospital in Easton.

Animal rights advocates call for end to gas chamber (2007-05-09)
Animal rights advocates want Somerset County to find another way to euthanize stray dogs.

Resort council approves moratorium on sex store approvals (2007-05-08)
The Ocean City Council has called a halt to zoning approvals for sexually oriented businesses until it can adopt strict limits on where the stores can operate.

Extradition warrant obtained for murder suspect held in Del. (2007-05-08)
A Dagsboro, Delaware, man wanted for murder in Wicomico County could be extradited to Maryland soon.

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Woman beaten in Princess Anne robbery (2007-05-08)
A Princess Anne woman is hospitalized after police say she was beaten by two men who entered her home and stole her purse.

Sen. Cardin testifies for increased farm conservation funding (2007-05-08)
Senator Ben Cardin (D-MD) testified before the Senate's Agriculture Committee last week in support of increased funding for conservation programs that will help farmers in the Chesapeake Bay region to improve the bay's water quality - while still remaining profitable.

State police close Route 413 after truck Overturns (2007-05-08)
Maryland State Police report that a Princess Anne man was charged with negligent driving and D.U.I. after the truck he was driving overturned on southbound Route 13 - at Route 413.

Missing PA teen found unharmed (2007-05-08)
Ocean City Police say that the search is over for a runaway teenager from Littlestown, Pennsylvania.

Winds force cancelation of last day of Springfest (2007-05-07)
Vendors at the Ocean City Springfest had to fold their tents early yesterday because of the gusty winds.

Cambridge man to head Veterans Department (2007-05-07)
Governor Martin O'Malley is naming a Cambridge man to head the state's Department of Veterans Affairs.

Troopers injured after roadside domestic incident (2007-05-07)
Two troopers from the state police barracks in Easton were injured in related incidents on Saturday.

Unlike last royal visit to Va., this one stresses diversity, healing (2007-05-04)
Queen Elizabeth the Second's visit to Jamestown is starkly different than her last.

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Big crowd expected for Sunday's bridge walk (2007-05-04)
Organizers of this year's Bay Bridge Walk are expecting even more people than the 20-thousand who showed up last year.

7th grader arrested for writing threatening note (2007-05-04)
Delaware State Police arrested a seventh grader yesterday for allegedly writing a note that threatened nine students at his Newark school.

OC Police look for runaway teen (2007-05-03)
Ocean City Police say they are looking for a 17-year-old runaway from Pennsylvania.

Legacy of lynching on the Eastern Shore leaves lasting scar (2007-05-03)
Maryland's Eastern Shore was the site of the last two recorded lynchings in the state--two black men murdered in the early 1930s in Salisbury and Princess Anne.

FBI looking at questionable stent procedures (2007-05-03)
The FBI says it is working with federal officials in charge of Medicare to investigate the Salisbury cardiologist accused of performing at least 25 unnecessary heart surgeries.

Same man wanted for Princess Anne stabbing, shootings (2007-05-03)
Princess Anne police say the suspect named in last Friday's stabbing of a University of Maryland Eastern Shore student is the same man who shot two other students the same evening.

Hyattsville man arrested in fatal Cambridge stabbing (2007-05-03)
Police have arrested a suspect in a fatal stabbing in Cambridge.

Plans for redevelopment in Salisbury (2007-05-02)
The site of Salisbury's empty Boulevard Theater may have a new future.

Salisbury athlete out of hospital after case of meningitis (2007-05-02)
The high school athlete from Salisbury who was diagnosed with bacterial meningitis has been released from Johns Hopkins Hospital in Baltimore.

O.C. launches four-day Springfest tomorrow (2007-05-02)
Ocean City's annual Springfest begins tomorrow morning.

Zoning panel recommends limits for O.C. sex stores (2007-05-02)
Ocean City's Planning and Zoning Commission is recommending that the Town Council adopt a zoning amendment setting restrictions on where and how sexually oriented stores can do business.

Police name suspect in stabbing of student (2007-05-02)
Police in Princess Anne have named a suspect in the stabbing of an area college student.

No arrests in Salisbury shooting (2007-04-30)
There's no word on a suspect or motive in a shooting Friday near Salisbury.

O.C. zoning panel to look at racy stores (2007-04-30)
The Ocean City Planning and Zoning Commission is scheduled tomorrow to discuss stores that sell adult movies, lingerie and sex toys.

Police probe fatal weekend stabbing in Cambridge (2007-04-30)
Police in Cambridge are investigating a fatal stabbing.

Medical Examiner rules Dorchester remains are human (2007-04-27)
The state medical examiner has confirmed that remains found this week in Dorchester County are human.

Higher taxes could force the closure of boardwalk rides (2007-04-27)
Higher taxes are threatening one of the oldest businesses on the Ocean City boardwalk.

Police promise added security for Salisbury festival (2007-04-27)
Police are promising extra patrols to keep people safe during the 25th Annual Salisbury Festival.

Easton Airport to get new tower (2007-04-27)
Construction is scheduled to begin Monday for a new control tower at Easton Airport.

Salisbury athlete recovering from meningitis (2007-04-27)
There's word a high school athlete from Salisbury who was in critical condition with bacterial meningitis could be out of intensive care by the weekend.

Police investigate rape at Salisbury area apartment (2007-04-27)
Police in the Salisbury area are advising women to be extra vigilant.

Crisfield City Council approves negotiations process for revitalization (2007-04-26)
Crisfield's City Council last night consented to allow the mayor to start negotiations with the consulting firm selected to create a strategic revitalization plan for the city.

Remains found in shallow grave in Dorchester County (2007-04-25)
Authorities in Dorchester County are waiting to hear more from the state medical examiner about what appeared to be human remains found in a shallow grave in Toddville.

Deford to speak in Easton (2007-04-25)
Baltimore native and celebrity sportswriter and commentator Frank Deford will be in Easton tomorrow night for to give a talk on baseball history.

Counselor convicted of sexual assaults of patients (2007-04-25)
A jury in Salisbury has convicted an addictions counselor for sexually assaulting two female patients.

Mikulski welcomes Queen of England to NASA's Goddard Facility (2007-04-25)
Maryland Senator Barbara Mikulski says that she'll be one of the members of the formal delegation welcoming the Queen of England and the Duke of Edinburgh - in their visit to NASA's Goddard Space Flight Center in Greenbelt, Maryland.

Money for Tasers included in O.C. budget (2007-04-25)
Police in Ocean City plan to try using electronic stun guns known as Tasers.

Fleet belonging to landscaper vandalized (2007-04-25)
Princess Anne police are investigating vandalism to a fleet of trucks at a landscaping.

Impact fees would fund Cambridge fireboat (2007-04-25)
The Cambridge commissioners have voted to look at buying a 36-foot fireboat.

Younger Smith Island students could face boat ride to classes (2007-04-25)
Parents of middle school-aged children on Smith Island say they are not ready to send their kids off to school on the mainland.

Crab season starts with fewer of the youngest crabs (2007-04-25)
The Maryland Department of Natural Resources is concerned about what appears to be a low number of younger blue crabs this season in the Chesapeake Bay.

City council approves tax increase (2007-04-24)
Salisbury's city council has approved an eight cent increase to the city's property tax cap.

Job fair tomorrow in Cambridge (2007-04-24)
Chesapeake College is hosting its annual job and career expo tomorrow afternoon at a new venue.

Rocket launched from Eastern Shore (2007-04-24)
An Air Force rocket lifted off early this morning from the Mid-Atlantic Regional Spaceport on Wallops Island.

Teen dies in Salisbury area crash (2007-04-24)
State police are investigating a single-vehicle crash near Salisbury that killed a 14-year-old boy.

Salisbury high school athlete diagnosed with meningitis (2007-04-24)
A lacrosse player at a Salisbury high school has been diagnosed with bacterial meningitis.

Salisbury mayor seeks end to cap on property tax (2007-04-23)
Salisbury Mayor Barrie Tilghman is expected tonight to ask the City Council to amend the city charter to delete the cap on city property taxes.

Nutria search focused on Somerset, Wicomico (2007-04-23)
Federal officials are concentrating on portions of Somerset and Wicomico counties in their latest efforts to find and trap nutria.

Berlin officials seek authorization for power deal talks (2007-04-23)
The Berlin Town Council is expected tonight to give a green light to talk for a new power supply agreement.

Man gets 3 years in locker room taping case (2007-04-23)
The sentence is three years in prison for a former Dorchester County man who pleaded guilty last month to secretly videotaping men and boys in a the Talbot County YMCA locker room.

Ballpark in Trappe named for local legend (2007-04-23)
A baseball park in Trappe now bears the name of a Hall of Famer who lived in the town his entire life.

Police: Teen hospitalized after running red light, crash (2007-04-22)
State police say a Newark teen was hospitalized after he ran a red light and hit a tractor trailer.

Principal suspends 26 students for skipping class to party (2007-04-22)
A group of high school kids who thought they could get away with partying instead of going to classes are having their plans foiled by their school's principal.

Man changing tire killed in beltway hit-and-run (2007-04-22)
State police are looking for the driver of a van that hit and killed a man changing a tire on the Baltimore beltway early this morning.

Houston, Del. man wages war against noise (2007-04-22)
Few people have much love for loud noises in their neighborhoods, but few take their hatred as far as Houston's Barney Vincelette.

Brumley convicted in Somerset murder trial (2007-04-20)
A Somerset County jury has convicted a Marion Station man in the death of a Shelltown woman.

Visitors center to salute Tubman's ties to Shore (2007-04-19)
The state Board of Public Works has approved the purchase of land in Dorchester County for a visitors center showcasing abolitionist Harriet Tubman's roots on the Eastern Shore.

O'Malley tours Eastern Shore farm projects (2007-04-19)
Governor Martin O'Malley is on the Eastern Shore today to learn more about farms and the environment.

Higher electricity bills due to unusually cold winter (2007-04-19)
If your heat source is electric, you may have been in for a shock when you got your last power bill...

Closing arguments set for today in Brumley trial (2007-04-19)
Closing arguments are scheduled for today in the murder trial of William Brumley of Marion Station.

Company plans open house at landfill to show cleanup progress (2007-04-19)
The company hired by Dorchester County to clean up the composting mess left at the county landfill wants to show off the progress it has made.

Maryland Gov. O'Malley to visit UMES (2007-04-19)
Maryland Governor Martin O'Malley will be visiting the University of Maryland Eastern Shore Thursday - where he'll tour the Agricultural Experiments Station and meet with students, professors and researchers at the University.

Ferry idea to be tested soon (2007-04-19)
Weather permitting, a group pushing for a ferry link between Kent Island and Annapolis will test the idea on May 8th.

O'Malley tours UMES Agriculture Programs (2007-04-19)
Maryland Governor Martin O'Malley toured the University of Maryland Eastern Shore on Thursday...

UMES will send cell phone messages in an emergency (2007-04-18)
In the event of an emergency at the University of Maryland Eastern Shore, the school is ready with a notification system called "HawkTalk".

Methadone ruled factor in O.C. fire deaths (2007-04-17)
Ocean City police say methadone intoxication was a contributing factor in the deaths of two people in a mobile home fire on March 6th.

Smith elected to lead Salisbury council (2007-04-17)
Salisbury Town Council member Louise Smith has been chosen the council's new president.

Defense in Somerset murder points finger at boyfriend (2007-04-17)
The attorney defending a Marion Station man accused of murdering a Shelltown woman is pointing the finger of blame in the direction of another man.

Police seize nearly $59,000 in suspected drug money (2007-04-17)
The Wicomico County Sheriff's Office says a Sunday traffic stop in Salisbury led to the arrest of a wanted Virginia man and the seizure of nearly $59,000 in suspected drug money.

CO detector measure approved in O.C. (2007-04-17)
The ordinance expanding requirements for carbon monoxide detectors in Ocean City homes has been approved on a second reading by the town council.

Pilot reported lightning moments before small plane crash (2007-04-17)
Minutes before his small plane went down April 4th in a field near Trappe, the pilot of the doomed Piper PA-30 was granted permission by an air traffic controller to alter his course to skirt some bad weather.

O.C. police: Meehan's daughter didn't get special treatment (2007-04-17)
The Ocean City Police Department says an internal investigation has concluded that a politician's daughter didn't get special treatment when she was excused after a traffic stop.

OCPD looking for make-up shoplifter (2007-04-16)
Ocean City police are looking for a woman suspected of shoplifting approximately $1,000 worth of cosmetics from a CVS pharmacy on 120th Street.

Police seek three suspects in Princess Anne Armed Robbery (2007-04-12)
The Goose Creek store on Mount Vernon Road in Princess Anne, Maryland, was robbed at gun point around 11:30 Tuesday night.

Minner proposes car fee hike (2007-04-12)
Governor Minner's proposal to increase the price of cars by raising a particular fee is meeting opposition from car dealers.

Snow Hill introduces $2.05M town budget (2007-04-12)
Snow Hill won't be raising the tax rate this year.

OC considers tougher noise control (2007-04-12)
A proposal before Ocean City's town council would give the Noise Control Board more enforcement powers.

Volunteers to plant grasses in San Domingo Creek (2007-04-12)
Volunteers will plant thousands of marsh grasses on the banks of the San Domingo Creek next week.

Elliott hopes to return to council (2007-04-12)
Twenty-seven years after leaving the Easton Town Council, Bill Elliott says he's ready to return.

Council to seek funds for new park (2007-04-11)
Hurlock's town council and mayor have decided to pursue state and county funds to create a two-acre park in the northern part of town.

Cambridge considers fees to pay for new fireboat (2007-04-11)
City officials in Cambridge are considering imposing new fees to help pay for a 36-foot fireboat.

Curbside recycling coming to Ocean City (2007-04-11)
City-wide curbside recycling is coming to all residences in Ocean City.

Worcester to hire officer to review some zoning appeals (2007-04-11)
Worcester County plans to hire an administrative hearing officer to lighten the load for the Board of Zoning Appeals.

Berlin decides against selling plant (2007-04-10)
The Berlin mayor and council decided have decided to not sell the Berlin Electric Plant to Choptank Electric Cooperative after Old Dominion Electric Cooperative backed out of the deal.

Police: Counselor helped boy escape youth facility (2007-04-10)
The Dorchester County Sheriff's Office says Morning Star Youth Academy couselor helped a 17-year-old boy escape from the facility, driving him to West Virginia and Kentucky before dropping him off in Ohio.

County discusses changes with airport expansion (2007-04-10)
Caroline County Administrator Charles Cawley told Ridgely residents at a town meeting last week that the main reason the county is buying Ridgely Air Park is economic development.

F.W. de Klerk speaks at leadership meeting (2007-04-10)
Former South African President F.W. de Klerk told an audience at Salisbury University last night that however small, all human beings can make a difference.

Last minute tax tips for procrastinators (2007-04-10)
This year's deadline is April 17, 2007 - and millions of Americans will be rushing to get their taxes done at the last minute.

Small Wicomico eateries move closer to being able to sell liquor (2007-04-06)
Small restaurants in Wicomico County will be able to sell liquor under a bill now working its way through the General Assembly.

WESM celebrates 20th year (2007-04-06)
Last week, WESM 91.3 FM celebrated its 20th year on the airwaves of Delmarva.

Cecil farm hosts Easter egg hunt the new-fashioned way (2007-04-06)
An old tradition meets cutting-edge technology...

Ocean City man charged after hit-and-run sparked house fire (2007-04-05)
Ocean City police say have arrested a local man whose truck struck a house and started a fire.

Two arrested after Pocomoke traffic stop (2007-04-05)
Police say a Pocomoke City traffic stop resulted in the arrests of two men on drugs and weapons charges.

Senate approves bill allowing E.R. in Queen Anne's (2007-04-05)
The state Senate has given final legislative approval to a bill allowing a freestanding emergency medical facility to open in Queen Anne's County.

Ocean City OKs moratorium on sex stores (2007-04-05)
The Ocean City Council has formally approved a moratorium on sexually explicit stores.

Shopping center planned for Cambridge (2007-04-05)
Cambridge officials are getting their first look at plans for a new shopping center on Woods Road, south of Route 16.

Cambridge's new public safety building close to opening (2007-04-04)
The roomy new Cambridge Public Safety building is nearly ready for occupancy.

Incumbent, two newcomers, elected in Salisbury district (2007-04-04)
Voters in Salisbury's Second Council District have apparently chosen Louise Smith, Gary Comegys and Terry Cohen to fill the district's three city council seats.

Suspect in Delmar murder fighting extradition from Delaware (2007-04-04)
The Dagsboro, Delaware, man charged in the weekend murder of a retired minister in Delmar, Maryland, is fighting extradition from his home state.

Wicomico council takes no action on COG membership (2007-04-04)
The Wicomico County Council is still holding out from a formal role in the new Council of Governments.

Construction begins on new Pocomoke firehouse (2007-04-04)
Construction is underway on the new headquarters for the Pocomoke Volunteer Fire Company.

Sports bar closes in Salisbury; scene of violent incidents (2007-04-03)
A Salisbury sports bar that was the scene of several violent incidents has closed its doors.

Warrant served at wrong address in Centreville (2007-04-02)
Queen Anne's County states attorney Frank Kratovil is investigating apparent confusion over an address that resulted in an arrest warrant being served at the home of a prominent Centreville man.

County budget includes funds for skateboard park (2007-04-02)
A public hearing is set for tonight on the proposed Wicomico County Parks and Recreation budget.

Election Tuesday in Salisbury council district (2007-04-02)
Tuesday is election day in Salisbury's Second City Council District.

Roads damaged in June floods still unrepaired (2007-04-02)
It's been more than nine months since last June's floods but five roads in Dorchester County have yet to be repaired.

State halts new admissions at youth facility (2007-04-02)
The director of the Maryland Department of Juvenile Services says he has placed a moratorium on any new admissions to the Vision Quest Morning Star Youth Academy in Church Creek.

Crab season underway in the bay (2007-04-02)
The start of April means the start of the nine-month crab season in Maryland.

Thanks for your continued support! (2007-03-31)
Thanks to your annual support, WESM has been able to provide you with the finest news, information, and music available on radio over the past 20 years.

Police name robbery suspect killed in shootout (2007-03-30)
Anne Arundel County Police have released the name of the suspected bank robber who was shot and killed Wednesday in a running gun battle with police in Severna Park.

Former youth coach sentenced on child pornography charges (2007-03-30)
A Salisbury man and former youth coach has been ordered to serve five years in prison for his guilty plea yesterday on child pornography charges.

Resort stops issuing business licenses for adult stores (2007-03-29)
An Ocean City store selling movies, sex toys and lingerie to people over 18 might not face any competition -- at least for a while.

Girl attacked on school bus, three students arrested (2007-03-29)
Dorchester County school officials say the superintendent has removed a school bus driver from his job following an attack on a high school freshman by other students on his bus.

Expert returns to UMES to discuss emergency preparedness (2007-03-29)
September is National Preparedness Month and last Thursday, author and public safety expert, Gregory Thomas, returned to his alma mater, the University of Maryland Eastern Shore, to discuss the emergency preparedness lessons learned from September the 11th and Hurricane Katrina.

No lawsuit against Salisbury Mall rezoning (2007-03-29)
Leading opponents of the planned redevelopment of the former Salisbury Mall property have agreed not to contest the zoning change for the project.

Del. man gets 10 years for possessing child pornography (2007-03-29)
It's 10 years behind bars for an Ocean View, Delaware, man found with 25-hundred images of child pornography.

Residents complain about nearby youth facility (2007-03-29)
Woolford and Church Creek residents are demanding more security at the Vision Quest Morning Star Youth Academy.

Deadline looms for mall redevelopment opponents (2007-03-28)
Today is the deadline for petitioners to file a challenge to plans for redevelopment at the former Salisbury Mall site.

Juveniles charged with grave desecration (2007-03-28)
Police in Somerset County have arrested three juveniles with breaking into several graves at a Crisfield cemetery and tampering with the remains inside.

New PSC chair looks to ease blow from rising electricity rates (2007-03-28)
The new chairman of the Maryland Public Service Commission, Steven Larsen, says commissioners will be looking at helping Baltimore Gas and Electric customers absorb the blow from this summer's expected rate increase.

Crisfield graves desecrated, three juveniles are suspected in crime (2007-03-28)
Maryland State Police report that three male juveniles are suspected of desecrating a number of graves at the Asbury Cemetery in Crisfield on Saturday.

O.C. to expand CO requirement (2007-03-28)
Ocean City's new ordinance requiring carbon monoxide detectors in many dwellings is about to be expanded.

Female World War One vet dies near Boonsboro (2007-03-28)
One of the first women to serve in the U.S. Navy during the First World War has died near Boonsboro.

O.C. considers more expansive CO requirement (2007-03-27)
There's talk in Ocean City about expanding the town's carbon monoxide detector requirement to include existing single-family homes.

Rail tracks removed without authorization (2007-03-27)
Somebody's been tearing up railroad tracks in Cambridge.

No change in Delmar tax rate (2007-03-27)
Delmar town commissioners have voted to keep the property tax rate where it is, despite a rise in assessments that will generate more revenue.

Salisbury Council approves mall site infrastructure financing (2007-03-27)
The Salisbury City Council has approved the issue of 15 (m) million dollars in bonds to pay for infrastructure improvements at the former Salisbury Mall property.

Man dies in head-on crash near Salisbury (2007-03-27)
State police have released the name of a man killed in a head-on crash near Salisbury.

Cambridge apartment fire ruled accidental (2007-03-27)
Investigators with the fire marshal's office say a fire Sunday that ruined a Cambridge apartment building began accidentally.

Talbot looks to expand student computer initiative (2007-03-26)
Talbot County schools superintendent Karen Salmon says there's been progress toward getting the money needed to expand the county's laptop computer initiative.

Man who vanished from Crisfield found in Howard County (2007-03-26)
An elderly Crisfield man who disappeared from his home in Crisfield in Saturday afternoon was found miles away yesterday in Howard County.

Somerset investigators seek robbery suspect (2007-03-26)
Maryland State Police and the Somerset County Sheriff's Office say that they're seeking a suspect in an armed robbery that took place on Hayward Road in Pocomoke, Md.

Salisbury council to vote tonight on mall redevelopment financing (2007-03-26)
The Salisbury City Council is expected to take a final vote tonight after a scheduled public hearing on financing for the redevelopment of the old Salisbury Mall property.

PRMC concludes internal review of questionable stent cases (2007-03-26)
Peninsula Regional Medical Center says it has finished its own review of heart stent procedures performed last year by Doctor John McLean.

Eastern Shore leads Maryland in rate of speeding tickets issued (2007-03-23)
Researchers at the University of Maryland's School of Medicine found that drivers on Maryland's Eastern Shore who were caught going much faster than the speed limit were even more likely to get another ticket the following year.

Hopkins, Eastern Shore facility in join venture (2007-03-23)
Johns Hopkins Medicine and Anne Arundel Health Systems' Eastern Shore facility have signed a collaboration agreement that will give Kent Island patients access to Hopkins physicians.

Jones named interim state's attorney in Dorchester (2007-03-23)
Dorchester County Deputy State's Attorney William Jones has been the county's interim state's attorney.

Queenstown makes plans for 300th birthday celebration (2007-03-22)
Queenstown will celebrate its 300th birthday on March 31st.

Delaware man accused of trying to use forged prescription (2007-03-22)
Fruitland police have arrested a man accused of trying to use a forged prescription to buy Oxycontin.

Ocean City finances on track for current fiscal year (2007-03-22)
Midway through the fiscal year, Ocean City's finance administrator Martha Bennett says the town's finances are on track.

Huge stash of suspected drug cash found in car (2007-03-22)
The Wicomico County Sheriff's Office says a traffic stop near Salisbury turned up 123,000 dollars in suspected drug money.

Easton dog's death appears linked to recalled pet food (2007-03-22)
The death of a pet dog in Easton could be connected to the deaths that prompted a nationwide recall of pet foods produced by Menu Foods.

Pocomoke offices to have higher salaries (2007-03-22)
The salaries of Pocomoke City's mayor and council members will triple after the next municipal election.

Cambridge man accused of assaulting woman, baby (2007-03-21)
A Cambridge man is facing charges in the alleged assault of his girlfriend and his 5-month-old son.

Adult store opens in O.C. (2007-03-21)
Some Ocean City residents aren't happy about their new neighbor -- a store selling sexy lingerie and adult toys.

Pocomoke to make hydrant upgrades (2007-03-21)
Pocomoke City is spending more than 25-thousand dollars to upgrade the town's fire hydrants.

Shore Health chairman: Board will seriously consider land offer (2007-03-21)
The chairman of the board at Shore Health System says the board will seriously consider Talbot County's offer of free land for a new hospital.

Easton man gets 50 years for sexually abusing children (2007-03-21)
An Easton man has been ordered to serve 50 years in prison for abusing five children and producing child pornography.

Boys charged in Salisbury arson (2007-03-21)
Fire investigators have charged three teenage boys in a Monday morning arson that damaged three buildings in Salisbury.

Assisted living center worker arrested in fraud case (2007-03-20)
An Easton man is charged with defrauding a resident of the assisted living facility where he worked as a dishwasher.

Centre Branch closing temporarily (2007-03-20)
The Centre Branch of the Wicomico Public Library will close at noon on Thursday, March 22nd at its current location in the Centre at Salisbury mall...

Talbot offers land near Easton for new hospital (2007-03-20)
Talbot County has an offer for Shore Health System.

Churches, non-profits, must pay "flush tax" (2007-03-20)
Wicomico County Executive Richard Pollitt says confusion about the state's so-called "flush tax" has now been resolved.

Panel kills bill forcing insurers to write coastal home policies (2007-03-20)
State lawmakers have rejected a proposal to force Allstate and other insurers to write homeowner policies in coastal areas that some insurers consider too risky.

Wicomico council members have reservations about COG (2007-03-19)
Some Wicomico County Council aren't convinced that the proposed Council of Governments is a good idea.

UMES announces Meredith Smith as interim men's basketball coach (2007-03-16)
The University of Maryland Eastern Shore's Athletic Director, Keith Davidson, announced yesterday the naming of Meredith smith as Interim Head Coach for the UMES Men's Basketball team.

Ocean City Benches Stolen (2007-03-16)
Most burglars tend to steal valuable items, but one or more burglars seems to be interested in stealing a much more mundane item.

Dorchester County rejects conservation plan (2007-03-15)
The Dorchester County Council has rejected, by a 3-to-0 vote, a revised conservation plan by the Eastern Shore Land Conservancy - a non-profit group with a stated aim of working with landowners to protect rural lands.

Coastal Bays Program targets growth issues in Worcester County (2007-03-15)
Development has become a hot-button issue here on the Eastern Shore, as a growing population and the need for more development to support it, faces off against both environmental and agricultural concerns.

Salisbury audit late, but shows surpluses (2007-03-14)
It's four months late, but the city of Salisbury has finally issued its annual audit report.

Icelandic plant on the market (2007-03-12)
Officials at Icelandic USA say several parties have expressed interest in buying the seafood company's Cambridge plant.

Interviews scheduled for would-be state's attorneys (2007-03-12)
The man who will choose Dorchester County's next state's attorney says he has been receiving resumes from job candidates and has begun scheduling interviews.

Tractor overturns, man injured critically (2007-03-12)
Maryland State Police report that a 51-year-old man was critically injured when the farm tractor he was operating overturned.

Renovated visitor center dedicated at Blackwater (2007-03-12)
The newly renovated visitor center is now in service at the Blackwater National Wildlife Refuge.

Man convicted of murder for causing crash during chase (2007-03-10)
A Newark man who killed a motorist while fleeing from police has been convicted of second-degree murder.

Pumps running at Maryland dam in race to avert breach (2007-03-10)
They're pumping water out of a reservoir in the western Maryland town of Oakland, where officials say they have averted the threat of a dam break.

Delaware stepdaughter pleads guilty in Md. murder-for-hire (2007-03-10)
Maryland federal prosecutors say a Wilmington, Delaware woman pleaded guilty yesterday to organizing the murder of her stepmother.

Raise taxes now, Md. legislature told (2007-03-10)
Governor Martin O'Malley and the state's top fiscal officers are at loggerheads of the need for new taxes this year.

Global warming efforts in Md. could go beyond new cars (2007-03-10)
So far this year, the General Assembly has voted to tighten car emissions standards and clean up power plants.

OCPD undercover unit busts drug dealers (2007-03-09)
An Ocean City narcotics officer nabbed two drug dealers during an undercover sting two weeks ago.

OCPD confirm identities of fire victims (2007-03-09)
Ocean City investigators have confirmed the identities of the two victims who perished in a fire last Tuesday night at their home on 135th Street.

Ocean City considers allowing ads on beach chairs, umbrellas (2007-03-08)
Beachgoers may soon be seeing something new when the next time they visit Ocean City.

Fire damages Pocomoke duplex (2007-03-08)
Fire investigators are probing a Tuesday blaze that heavily damaged a duplex in Pocomoke City.

de Klerk to speak at SU (2007-03-08)
South Africa's former president F.W. de Klerk will speak next month at Salisbury University.

Two arrested in prescription fraud case (2007-03-08)
Salisbury police have arrested two local residents in a prescription fraud case.

IRS: Tax time offers breaks for low-income taxpayers (2007-03-08)
Tax season is upon us and Delmarva residents, along with millions of other Americans, will be scrambling to get their tax returns together, in time to beat the deadline - which this year is again extended by two days, to April 17th.

Fatal fire in Ocean City claims two lives (2007-03-08)
Ocean City Police report that a deadly mobile home fire on the north end of the city claimed the lives of two people Tuesday night.

Chestertown, Md. makes top 12 list of distinctive designations (2007-03-08)
The National Trust for Historic Preservation has named the Eastern Shore town of Chestertown, Maryland to its 2007 list of America's Dozen Distinctive Destinations in America.

McDonnell takes city manager job in Fruitland (2007-03-07)
The Fruitland City Council has chosen former Delmar, Delaware, Mayor John McDonnell to become the new city manager.

Fire chief wants sprinklers in new Cambridge homes (2007-03-07)
Cambridge Fire Chief Jeff Hurley wants the city commissioners to require sprinkler systems in new homes.

Arrests announced in Dorchester arsons (2007-03-07)
Fire investigators have charged two Dorchester County teens in connection with a June 2005 arson at a vacant home.

Prison guard charged with child abuse (2007-03-07)
Police in Somerset County have arrested a guard at the Eastern Correctional Institution as an accessory in the abuse of her young daughter.

Hutt gets 35 years for drug-related shooting (2007-03-07)
A judge has sentenced a Salisbury teen to 35 years behind bars for robbing and shooting a man during a drug deal last year.

PRMC says cardiologist's patients might not have needed stents (2007-03-07)
Peninsula Regional Medical Center says at least 25 patients possibly had unnecessary heart stent procedures at the hospital last year.

Man accused of imprisoning woman recaptured after escape (2007-03-07)
Police in Hurlock have recaptured a man who escaped from police after allegedly holding a local woman captive and sexually assaulting her.

Man accused of imprisoning woman escapes police custody (2007-03-06)
Police in Hurlock are looking for a man who escaped from police after allegedly holding a local woman captive and sexually assaulting her.

Boy dies in crash in Queen Anne's County (2007-03-06)
State police say a 14-year-old boy was killed in a two-car accident near Wye Mills.

Phila. man pleads guilty of raping 12 year old in Salisbury hotel (2007-03-06)
A Philadelphia man accused of taking a 12-year-old Seaford, Delaware, girl to a Salisbury motel and sexually assaulting her has pleaded guilty to second-degree rape.

Cambridge woman organizes book drive for troops (2007-03-06)
A Cambridge woman is collecting donated books for delivery to troops overseas. Marcia Mangin has already shipped 4,000 books to Iraq to help troops there pass the time.

Somerset investigators search for wanted New Jersey woman (2007-03-06)
The Somerset Bureau of Investigation is looking for a New Jersey woman, suspected of assaulting a minor.

Crews working to free stuck freighter (2007-03-06)
An attempt is expected to be made later today to free the freighter that ran aground last week on a shoal near the mouth of the Choptank River.

Delaware man dies in Berlin crash (2007-03-06)
State police say a Selbyville, Delaware, man was killed in a two-vehicle crash near Berlin.

Fire station to move in Salisbury (2007-03-06)
The current home of Salisbury's fire station 16 will soon be a vacant building.

Crisfield man charged with attempted murder (2007-03-06)
A Crisfield man is behind bars after being charged with attempted murder.

UMMS says it is committed to Q.A. ER (2007-03-06)
The University of Maryland Medical System says it is committed to putting an emergency room facility in Queen Anne's County.

OCPD officer selected for state recognition (2007-03-05)
Ocean City Police report that one of their officers has been recently named as Maryland's 2006 Officer of the Year by the state's chapter of the American Legion.

O'Malley administration says that new Bay Bridge crossing is unlikely (2007-03-05)
The odds of another bridge being constructed to link the Eastern Shore with the rest of Maryland is unlikely for the time being.

Bill would raise hiring age for Md. correctional officers to 21 (2007-03-03)
State lawmakers are considering a bill that would raise the minimum hiring age for correctional officers from 18 to 21.

2 teens, 14 and 15, arrested in slaying outside restaurant (2007-03-03)
Wilmington police say two teenage brothers are among the four suspects in last weekend's slaying of a New Jersey man outside a popular west side restaurant.

UMES president names Keith Davidson as permanent athletic director (2007-03-02)
The University of Maryland Eastern Shore has recently announced the naming of Keith Davidson as the new official Director of Athletics for the school.

Ground rent could be O'Malley's first law (2007-03-02)
Governor Martin O'Malley could get his first bill from the legislature today.

Coal freighter still stuck (2007-03-02)
Efforts to free a coal freighter stuck in the mouth of the Choptank River are expected to continue today.

Md. bill would change detergents (2007-03-02)
A Maryland Senate committee is scheduled to consider a bill today that would require people to use low-phosphorous dishwashing detergent.

Missing Bibles replaced in Salisbury hospital rooms (2007-03-01)
Peninsula Regional Medical Center says Bibles that were missing from some patient rooms have been replaced.

School bus involved in collision in Fruitland (2007-03-01)
Nearly 20 Fruitland Primary School students were sent to the hospital yesterday afternoon after two cars collided with their bus on Route 13.

Salisbury police busier (2007-03-01)
As the temperatures rise, so does the paper trail for Salisbury Police.

Freighter runs aground in Chesapeake Bay (2007-03-01)
If tugboats can't free a grounded freighter from the mouth of the Choptank River near Cambridge, workers may have to unload some of the coal it is carrying to help lighten it.

Chincoteague historian launches website on island's black history (2007-03-01)
A Chincoteague historian and genealogist has launched a new website dedicated to preserving the African-American heritage in Chincoteague, as well as the rest of Accomack County, Virginia.

New chief named in St. Michaels (2007-03-01)
The Town Commissioners have chosen Maryland State Police Captain Miguel Dennis.

Salisbury PD increases street patrols (2007-03-01)
The Salisbury Police Department reports that it has increased the number of street patrols in the past few weeks - resulting in an increased number of traffic and parking calls from city residents.

Barnes takes post with Gansler; resigns as Dorchester SA (2007-03-01)
Michelle Barnes is stepping down as Dorchester County's State's Attorney.

Primary narrows field of Salisbury council candidates (2007-02-28)
Voters have narrowed the field of candidates for the three city council seats in Salisbury's District Two.

Man accused of trying to rape Cambridge girl (2007-02-28)
Cambridge police have arrested an 18-year-old man accused of trying to sexually assault a child.

List of threatened properties includes two Shore sites (2007-02-28)
A list of threatened historic properties in Maryland includes two site on the Shore.

Shop WESM's Online Music Store (2007-02-28)
Search from thousands of CD choices when you shop WESM's all-new online music store!

National Park Service mulls parking fee for Chincoteague (2007-02-28)
Officials for the National Park Service are considering imposing new parking fees for visitors to the Chincoteague National Wildlife Refuge and the Assateague National Seashore.

Cambridge house fire was arson (2007-02-28)
Fire investigators say a blaze Monday evening in Cambridge was arson.

Ground broken for new airport tower (2007-02-28)
Construction is beginning on a new 77-foot control tower at Easton Airport.

Hurlock man charged in assault on roommate (2007-02-28)
Dorchester County sheriff's deputies have arrested a Hurlock man accused of attacking his roommate.

Car burglaries reported in Salisbury (2007-02-28)
Someone broke into five vehicles parked on Salisbury's downtown plaza.

Gilchrest visits Shore to discuss farm bill with farmers (2007-02-27)
The U.S. Department of Agriculture's 2007 Farm Bill is being considered by Congress this year - weighing in at an estimated $620 billion, spread out over ten years.

Shore Health to meet in private with Talbot council (2007-02-27)
The Talbot County Council is expected to meet in private today with representatives of Shore Health System.

Trial postponed in Somerset County murder case (2007-02-27)
This week's scheduled trial in a Somerset County murder case has been postponed until April 13.

Crowd hurls bottles at Cambridge cops (2007-02-27)
Police in Cambridge say no officers were hurt when people in a crowd threw bottles at them as they arrested a teenager.

Salisbury council approves zoning change for old mall site (2007-02-27)
The Salisbury City Council has approved a zoning change that clears the way for the redevelopment of the former Salisbury Mall site.

Salisbury Mall redevelopment could get final OK (2007-02-26)
The Salisbury city council could vote tonight to give final approval to the redevelopment plan at the former Salisbury Mall site.

Trial to start in Somerset County murder case (2007-02-26)
A Somerset County man is scheduled to go on trial today for the murder of a Shelltown woman.

O.C. gets high marks among beach resorts (2007-02-26)
Ocean City has been named one of the best U.S. beaches in by Women's Day Online.

Political consultant to speak in Easton (2007-02-26)
Political consultant and television pundit Joe Trippi will visit Easton this Thursday.

Wor-Wic has a library without books (2007-02-26)
There's something missing in the library at Wor-Wic Community College -- books.

Officer talks about shooting at his home (2007-02-24)
A Prince George's homeland security official has broken his silence about shooting two furniture deliverymen at his home last month.

Judge refuses to halt Caremark-CVS deal (2007-02-24)
A Delaware judge has refused to invalidate a 675 million dollar breakup fee aimed at protecting the proposed acquisition of pharmacy benefits manager Caremark by drugstore giant CVS.

Trapped boot, lack of preparation behind firefighter's death (2007-02-24)
Baltimore city's fire chief says a preliminary investigation showed a firefighter recruit's trapped boot and lack of preparation are behind her death earlier this month.

Class action status given to Del. death row inmates (2007-02-24)
A federal judge granted class action status Friday to all state inmates facing the death penalty, including them in a suit charging lethal injection is unconstitutionally cruel and unusual.

Terrapin protection splits Md. lawmakers, regulators (2007-02-24)
Disagreement over the diamondback terrapin is dividing state lawmakers and fisheries regulators, who can't agree how to save the state's favorite turtle.

Arlington funeral today for Federalsburg sailor (2007-02-22)
A Navy paramedic from Federalsburg will get a funeral with full military honors today at Arlington National Cemetery.

Sunday hunting mulled for Lower Shore counties (2007-02-22)
If you live in Somerset, Worcester or Wicomico counties, hunting on Sunday may soon be an option.

SHA decides not to install traffic light at Route 113 & 12 intersection (2007-02-22)
A few weeks ago we reported on the Maryland State Highway Administration's current effort to fully dualize Route 113 in Worcester County in order to help reduce the number of fatal crashes along the stretch of single-lane highway.

Two accused of construction site thefts in Ocean City (2007-02-22)
Two Delaware men have been charged in a series of construction site thefts in Ocean City.

UMES selects new women's volleyball head coach (2007-02-22)
The University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES) has a new Head Coach for its team.

Woman arrested in disorderly rants charged in child abuse case (2007-02-22)
An Easton woman faces several charges including false imprisonment and disorderly conduct in connection with a series of rants and a child abuse case.

O'Malley promises to sign Clean Cars Act if passed in Md. (2007-02-22)
Maryland's House of Delegates has overwhelmingly approved the Clean Cars Act on Wednesday.

Route 50 project to begin Monday (2007-02-22)
Work is scheduled to start Monday on the Route 50 widening project in Easton.

Outdoor show opens tomorrow night in Dorchester County (2007-02-22)
The schedule of events is set for this weekend's 62nd Annual National Outdoor Show in Golden Hill.

Police still probing parking lot shooting at Salisbury sports bar (2007-02-22)
Salisbury police are still investigating the shooting outside Mulligan's Sports Pub on South Salisbury Boulevard that wounded 27-year-old Devon Morgan.

Colloquium on the state of young black men held at UMES (2007-02-22)
A panel of scholars and public officials met at the University of Maryland Eastern Shore on Thursday for a colloquium on the current state of young black men.

Man grazed by bullet outside Salisbury bar (2007-02-21)
Salisbury police say a city man was taken to the hospital after a shooting outside a bar early this morning.

Viewing today for Navy paramedic from Federalsburg (2007-02-21)
Federalsburg says goodbye today to a local Navy paramedic who was killed in Iraq.

Man arrested in Galena assault (2007-02-21)
State police in Centreville have arrested a man accused of using a kitchen knife in a domestic-related attack.

Salisbury Police Department's most wanted located in Virginia (2007-02-21)
A man wanted for a Salisbury shooting is in custody.

Worcester to seek bids for jail expansion (2007-02-21)
The Worcester County commissioners have given the county's construction firm permission to seek bids for the proposed expansion at the county jail.

Wetlands lost to longer runways to be restored in Somerset (2007-02-21)
Plans are in the works to compensate for the wetlands that will be lost when the runways are lengthened at the Salisbury Wicomico Regional Airport.

Shore farmers saluted by national group (2007-02-20)
Princess Anne farmers Kevin and Elizabeth Anderson were one of four winners at the recent 51st National Outstanding Young Farmers Awards Congress.

Authorization sought for "right to fish" measures (2007-02-19)
County officials in Somerset and Queen Anne's counties are seeking state permission to craft local laws protecting watermen from complaints from their neighbors.

Hebron man dies in Route 50 crash (2007-02-19)
State police say a Hebron man was killed in a head-on collision on Route 50 near Mardela Springs.

Wicomico sheriff targets burglaries (2007-02-19)
Wicomico County Sheriff Mike Lewis is targeting the growing number of county burglaries.

Cloth as Metaphor - Ghanaian professor exhibits Akan weavings (2007-02-19)
Perhaps you've heard of the saying, "the clothes make the man." But for a tribe in Ghana called the Akan, clothing represents much more than just a fashion statement.

State police warn motorists to clear vehicles of ice (2007-02-17)
State police are warning motorists to make sure their vehicles are clear of ice and snow before hitting the roads.

Teacher arrested for drug distribution (2007-02-17)
A Montgomery County teacher has been charged with distributing cocaine and other drugs.

NAACP expected to vote on move to D.C. (2007-02-17)
The NAACP's plan to move its national headquarters from Baltimore to Washington is expected to be ratified by its board today.

Biden says he is only Democrat with plan for Iraq (2007-02-17)
Delaware Senator Joe Biden says he is the only Democratic presidential candidate who has a plan for Iraq.

Refuge burned after flames spread from private land (2007-02-16)
Officials at the Blackwater National Wildlife Refuge saw what began as a prescribed burn last weekend on nearby private land spread onto the refuge and burned 370 acres.

Blackwater developer wants site rezoned (2007-02-16)
The developer planning to build on land near the Blackwater wildlife refuge is asking the city of Cambridge for a zoning change.

Former Delaware sheriff hired in Preston (2007-02-16)
Preston has a new police chief. Robert Reed was sworn in Thursday to succeed Merl Evans, who resigned last fall.

State won't install light at busy 113 intersection (2007-02-16)
The debate over a busy Route 113 intersection near Snow Hill has ended.

O.C. chief promises internal probe of stop of mayor's daughter (2007-02-15)
The police chief in Ocean City is promising an internal investigation into a claim that her officers wrongly excused a politician's adult daughter after a traffic stop.

Panel looking for site for new Shore Health campus (2007-02-15)
Shore Health Systems has directed a planning committee to spend the next 18- to 24 months figuring out where to put a new medical campus.

Ferry back in service after cable break (2007-02-15)
Wicomico County Public Works officials are still trying to find out why a cable snapped yesterday on the Upper Ferry, causing it to drift off course.

Trial begins in alleged abduction (2007-02-15)
The trial of an accused kidnapper began yesterday in Somerset County.

O.C. police launch revamped Web site (2007-02-15)
The Ocean City Police Department's Web site has a new look.

UMES students to get refunds for canceled concert (2007-02-15)
University of Maryland Eastern Shore students and others who bought tickets for next week's canceled homecoming concert featuring rap artist Busta Rhymes will be able to get refunds.

Oyster plans coming to legislative scrutiny (2007-02-14)
State lawmakers are expected to talk today about oyster restoration.

Funeral set for Navy paramedic from Federalsburg (2007-02-14)
A Navy paramedic from Federalsburg who was killed last week will get a funeral with full military honors at Arlington National Cemetery.

Trial scheduled in alleged abduction (2007-02-14)
An accused kidnapper is scheduled to go on trial today in Somerset County.

Blogger removed from city council meeting (2007-02-14)
Salisbury City Attorney Paul Wilber says City Council President Mike Dunn's decision to order the removal of a Delmar man during Monday's council meeting was in line with the council's Rules of Order.

Field to serve another year as interim Wicomico superintendent (2007-02-14)
The Wicomico County school board has appointed Thomas Field as interim superintendent for another year, beginning July 1st.

Allstate postpones decision against new coastal homeowner policies (2007-02-14)
Allstate has postponed a decision against writing new homeowner policies in certain coastal areas while it responds to Maryland regulators.

Man working as teacher's aide arrested in child sex case (2007-02-14)
State police say a teacher's aide in the Queen Anne's County Public Schools has been arrested on child sex abuse charges.

Magazine says St. Michaels is for lovers (2007-02-14)
Just in time for Valentines Day, Saint Michaels has been named one of the nation's top romantic getaway destinations.

University cancels concert over security concerns (2007-02-14)
Maryland Eastern Shore administrators are scheduled to meet today with students to discuss a decision to cancel next week's homecoming concert.

Bookkeeper accused of embezzling (2007-02-13)
Authorities in Worcester County have arrested a Berlin woman on charges she embezzled more than $63,000 from her employer.

Local entrepreneurs create on-line auction site for Delmarva (2007-02-13)
If you've ever been to a website like eBay, you probably have a basic idea of how on-line auctions work.

Two Shore communities rated high for retirees (2007-02-13)
Two Eastern Shore communities are ranked among the top 25 retirement locations in the country.

Man rescued from icy river after fall (2007-02-13)
A Wye Mills man is out of the hospital after a fall into Easton's icy Tred Avon River.

Woman fined in teen drinking party case (2007-02-13)
A Pittsville woman will avoid jail time for allegations she hosted a drinking party for teenagers in her home.

Old Salisbury Mall redevelopment plan clears hurdle (2007-02-13)
The Salisbury City Council has given preliminary approval to a proposed zoning change that would clear the way for the redevelopment of the old Salisbury Mall property.

More arrests expected in UMES theft probe (2007-02-13)
Campus police at the University of Maryland Eastern Shore have made four arrests and expect to make more in connection with a series of thefts.

Gilchrest hears from farmers (2007-02-13)
First District Congressman Wayne Gilchrest is taking comments from Shore farmers about possible changes in the 2007 Farm Bill.

Public hearing tonight on mall site zoning change (2007-02-12)
The Salisbury City Council is scheduled tonight to hold the public hearing on a zoning change at the old Salisbury Mall site.

Brothers, ages 8 and 12, die after falling through ice (2007-02-12)
An eight-year-old boy and his 12-year-old brother are dead after they fell through a sheet of ice covering a pond near their Cambridge home Sunday.

Man dies after beating; Cambridge woman charged (2007-02-12)
A Cambridge man is dead after police say he was beaten by his wife.

Man wounded in Salisbury shootout released from hospital (2007-02-12)
A man who was hospitalized after a shootout with police in Salisbury has been released from the hospital.

Ag officials propose growing grapes in Worcester (2007-02-09)
Worcester County agriculture officials are trying to bring a new crop to the county.

Hooper Island cemetery cleanup recalled (2007-02-09)
The Old Hooper Island Graveyard is a success story for preservationists.

Fire leaves Hurlock apartment dwellers homeless (2007-02-09)
Fire officials say a portable heater that was being used to thaw out a frozen pipe started a fire in Hurlock that displaced thirteen people.

Easton man arrested on fugitive warrant from Iowa (2007-02-09)
Easton police are holding a city man for extradition to Iowa on a sex offense warrant.

Businesses get update on Shore broadband (2007-02-09)
Business leaders on the shore got an update yesterday on work to spread broadband Internet access to rural areas in the region.

Family unharmed after leaving car running in garage (2007-02-08)
A Salisbury family is OK after a close call with carbon monoxide.

Talk about reviving commuter ferry service (2007-02-08)
It's been more than 50 years since the Bay Bridge connected the Eastern and Western shores and put commuter ferry services out of business. Now, there's talk about bringing back the ferries.

Wicomico historian seeks to preserve county history (2007-02-08)

Formed from portions of Somerset and Worcester Counties a few years after the Civil War, Wicomico County has had a rich history serving as the hub of the Eastern Shore. However, much of that history is in danger of being forgotten as less and less people have the time, or interest, in learning more about the county's roots.

Gun offenders get stiff sentences in Wicomico (2007-02-08)
Wicomico County prosecutors say the sentences given two Salisbury men this week are evidence of the success of the so-called EXILE program, which was designed to crack down on gun crimes.

Details of Council of Governments discussed (2007-02-08)
There's been talk for nearly a year about creating a Wicomico County Council of Governments and it finally plans to meet next month.

Mother says Navy paramedic from Federalsburg killed in Iraq (2007-02-08)
A Federalsburg mother says her son was one of seven people killed when a U.S. Marine transport helicopter crashed this week in Iraq.

Two recover after minutes in icy water (2007-02-08)
Salisbury fire officials say a firefighter and an autistic teenager spent about 15 minutes in icy Schumaker Pond on Tuesday evening.

Plans taking shape for tricentennial (2007-02-08)
Queenstown is gearing up for a big 300th birthday bash.

New Council Administrator takes helm in Wicomico (2007-02-07)
Wicomico County's Council Administrator isn't exactly getting a warm welcome.

Furnace blamed for Cordova fire (2007-02-07)
A furnace malfunction is being blamed for a fire Monday afternoon that destroyed a house in Cordova.

Salisbury audit late again (2007-02-07)
Employee turnover has the Salisbury city government playing catch-up.

Man wounded after shootout with Salisbury officer (2007-02-07)
Salisbury police say a Baltimore man seen fleeing after a home invasion robbery was wounded during an exchange of gunfire with police.

Court date postponed for man who was subject of water search (2007-02-07)
A Vienna man whose ten-hour disappearance prompted a search and rescue operation last month on the Choptank River is still awaiting a court date on unrelated drug charges.

16 charged so far with oyster violations (2007-02-07)
Maryland Natural Resources Police have charged 16 people with oyster harvesting violations in Talbot County so far this season and charges are pending against eight other individuals.

O.C. council approves CO ordinance (2007-02-07)
The Ocean City Town Council has approved an ordinance requiring that carbon monoxide detectors be installed in some buildings.

Lawmakers want ban on terrapin trapping (2007-02-07)
There are new fears about the turtle. Maryland's diamondback terrapin is becoming a favorite taste in soup bowls in China and some state lawmakers want to impose a complete ban on trapping them before the species disappears.

No injuries in Vienna power plant fire (2007-02-06)
Officials at the NRG power plant in Vienna say no one was hurt during a transformer fire in the basement of the plant.

Princess Anne blaze was arson (2007-02-06)
Investigators say arson is to blame for a Monday morning car fire in Princess Anne.

Icelandic workers to hear from board (2007-02-06)
The workers about to lose their jobs at the Icelandic seafood plant in Cambridge will hear Thursday from the Upper Shore Workforce Investment Board.

Salisbury churches give shelter to the homeless (2007-02-06)
Churches in Salisbury are helping the homeless survive the winter by giving them shelter from the cold.

New chief named in Crisfield (2007-02-06)
A new police chief has been hired in Crisfield......

Hearing delayed, murder case to go to grand jury (2007-02-06)
A preliminary hearing scheduled for today in a Worcester County murder has been postponed.

Delmarva Power gives $25K gift to UMES (2007-02-05)
On Thursday, Delmarva Power presented officials at the University of Maryland Eastern Shore with a gift of $25,000 over five years.

Crisfield gets new police chief (2007-02-05)
The city of Crisfield has a new police chief. Major Michael Tabor, who currently works for the Baltimore City Police Department, has been selected for the position, according to Crisfield Mayor Percy Purnell.

PRMC promotes heart health for women (2007-02-05)
February is American Heart Month, and cardiovascular disease continues to be the number one killer of women in the United States.

Docs gathering in Annapolis to talk health care reform (2007-02-05)
Maryland's emergency room doctors will meet today with state lawmakers to share their front-line perspective as the legislature considers health care reforms.

Rehoboth Beach Police search for robbery suspect (2007-02-05)
Rehoboth Beach Police are looking for a man who robbed a convenience store early Sunday evening.

UMES Receives additional $200K from USDA for farmer outreach (2007-02-05)
The University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES) announced recently that it has been awarded an additional $200,000 from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) for an "outreach project" designed to assist small-scale, minority and limited-resource farmers and ranchers.

Biden tells Democrats he regrets Obama remarks (2007-02-03)
Senator Joe Biden expressed regret today for describing presidential rival Barack Obama as an articulate and clean African-American, trying to stem damage to his nascent 2008 campaign.

O'Malley to name Richardson to head agriculture department (2007-02-01)
Governor Martin O'Malley is expected to announce tonight that he has chosen Wicomico County farmer Roger Richardson to be his agriculture secretary.

Innovative technology helps, challenges 911 dispatchers in Somerset County (2007-02-01)
Nine times out of ten, if you're calling 9-1-1, you're probably not thinking about the behind-the-scenes technology that emergency dispatchers rely on to make sure that the appropriate police, fire, or ambulance services reaches you quickly.

Star Democrat: Report details fatal shooting by officer (2007-02-01)
Last July's fatal shooting of a waterman by a Natural Resources Police officer apparently wasn't the man's first tense encounter with police.

Resort police report more calls, fewer crimes, no pedestrian deaths in 2006 (2007-02-01)
The figures for 2006 are complete and the Ocean City police department says the number of calls for service rose 14 percent over the previous year.

Cause probed in fatal Tyaskin fire; victim was 97 (2007-02-01)
There's no word yet on the cause of a house fire that killed a 97-year-old man in the Wicomico County community of Tyaskin.

Atlantic General CEO pledges shorter ER waits (2007-02-01)
Atlantic General Hospital in Berlin is promising not to keep people waiting too long for Emergency Room care.

OCPD Lieutenant named 2006 Officer of the Year (2007-02-01)
Ocean City Police recently announced that Lieutenant Scott Kirkpatrick was selected by the Neighborhood Watch Association as Police Officer of the Year for 2006 on Wednesday.

Ocean City Police capture camera shop burglars (2007-02-01)
Ocean City Police say that they've arrested two men believed to be responsible for an early morning burglary that occurred on Tuesday at a Gold Coast Mall photography store.

Investigators probe apparent shooting of protected bird (2007-01-31)
Natural Resources Police federal wildlife agents are investigating the illegal killing of a tundra swan near the Kent County community of Still Pond.

Field set for Salisbury primary (2007-01-31)
The field is set for the city council primary election in Salisbury.

Surfers ask to surf the O.C. inlet (2007-01-31)
Surfing enthusiasts want part of the Ocean City inlet set aside just for them.

Police make second arrest in Salisbury shooting (2007-01-31)
Salisbury police have arrested the second suspect in a shooting December 27th outside the Crosswinds Condominiums.

Street sign honoring Rosa Parks is missing (2007-01-31)
One year after a lane near Princess Anne was renamed to honor civil rights heroine Rosa Parks, the sign is missing.

New commissioners elected in Preston (2007-01-30)
Preston is getting two new town commissioners.....

Salisbury council president won't run again (2007-01-29)
Salisbury City Council President Mike Dunn says he won't seek re-election.

Acting chief about to leave Crisfield office (2007-01-29)
The City of Crisfield will soon be without a top cop.

Former TV paramedic speaks to real paramedics (2007-01-29)
An actor who portrayed one of television's first paramedics was in Tilghman over the weekend to talk to real paramedics from Maryland and Delaware.

Man arrested in Cambridge burglary (2007-01-29)
Police have arrested a man believed to be responsible for numerous burglaries in the Cambridge area.

Crash kills Federalsburg woman, injures Delaware man (2007-01-29)
State police have released the name of a Federalsburg woman killed in a head-on crash.

Funeral this week for soldier killed in Iraq (2007-01-29)
Funeral arrangements have been set for Command Sergeant Major Roger Haller -- one of two Maryland soldiers killed when a Blackhawk helicopter crash January 20th north of Baghdad.

Army orders court-martial for only officer charged at Abu Ghraib (2007-01-27)
An Army spokesman says the only officer criminally charged in the Abu Ghraib prisoner-abuse scandal will be court-martialed on eight charges including cruelty and maltreatment of detainees.

Future of head of Md. PSC remains murky (2007-01-27)
While embattled Public Service Commission chairman Kenneth Schisler remains in limbo, Governor Martin O'Malley's chief legal counsel says he thinks a decision regarding Schisler's employment should come "in the near future."

Biden to kick off presidential campaign Wednesday (2007-01-27)
Democratic Senator Joe Biden, who has made no secret of his plans to run for president, says he'll make it official next Wednesday.

County recognized for youth programs (2007-01-26)
Wicomico County and Salisbury are being recognized for work to help area kids.

Shore is a hit with visiting Republicans (2007-01-26)
The Cambridge area is proving to be a hit with visiting Republican lawmakers.

Police arrest woman involved in three-car pile-up (2007-01-26)
Salisbury Police report that the woman who caused a 3-car pile-up involving a marked Salisbury police cruiser on Tuesday, has been charged with numerous traffic charges, including driving without a license. 29-year-old Enma Matilde Sarien Noriego, was arrested and is being held at the Wicomico County Jail.

Campaign launched for mansion restoration (2007-01-26)
A campaign is underway to raise $4.25 million to restore the historic Teackle Mansion in Princess Anne.

Report says region lacks adequate mental health services (2007-01-26)
A new report lists several problems with mental health services on the Mid-Shore.

Tri-County Services take part in Homeless Outreach Day (2007-01-25)
Thursday was Homeless Outreach Day for the Lower Maryland Eastern Shore.

Gilchrest says first online chat was positive (2007-01-25)
First District Congressman Wayne Gilchrest says his first online chat with constituents across his district was a positive experience and he plans to do it again.

Mercantile Peninsula Bank pledges additional $25K to UMES (2007-01-25)
Mercantile Peninsula Bank has recently pledged to enlarge a scholarship endowment for students the University of Maryland Eastern Shore, by $25,000 over the next four years.

Escaped Wicomico prisoner gets new sentence (2007-01-25)
An escapee from the Wicomico County Detention Center is beginning a new sentence behind bars.

Suspect in West Ocean City murder returned to Worcester (2007-01-25)
The suspect in the murder of a Pittsville woman is back in Worcester County.

Republicans continue meeting in Cambridge (2007-01-25)
About 200 Republican members of Congress met again on Thursday behind closed doors in Cambridge to discuss national issues.

Republican congressmen to meet in Cambridge (2007-01-24)
Republican members of the House of Representatives are fleeing Washington for a retreat that opens this afternoon in Cambridge.

Dualization of US 113 in Worcester Co. brings hope for a safer highway (2007-01-24)
Long known as one of the most dangerous roads on Maryland's Eastern Shore, the 26-mile stretch of single-lane highway that comprises most of U.S. Route 113 in Worcester County, has been the scene of numerous tragic accidents over the years.

Vienna woman charged with child abuse (2007-01-24)
A Dorchester County woman faces child abuse and other charges after allegedly losing her temper with a four-month old child.

Three candidates running for seats in Preston (2007-01-24)
The special election is set for Monday in Preston, where three candidates are running for the two seats at stake on the town commission.

Former teacher sentenced in sex abuse of minor (2007-01-23)
A judge in Queen Anne's County has sentenced a former teacher to 18 months behind bars for the sexual abuse of an underage girl.

Cambridge man arrested in home invasion robbery (2007-01-23)
A Cambridge man is in custody in connection with a home invasion robbery on New Years Day.

Home insurance on coast getting lawmakers' attention (2007-01-23)
Maryland lawmakers are worried about homeowners' insurance on the coast.

Public hearing on old mall rezoning postponed (2007-01-23)
The firm looking to redevelop the former Salisbury Mall site will have to wait again for the rezoning process.

Missing boater turns up at convenience store (2007-01-23)
Maryland Natural Resources Police say a man reported missing Sunday in the Choptank River near Cambridge turned up ten hours later, disoriented, at a convenience store about ten miles away.

Pair sought in Talbot robbery (2007-01-23)
State Police are looking for two men who entered a Talbot County home and robbed the couple that lives there.

Meeting next month to create Wicomico Council of Governments (2007-01-22)
Elected officials from Wicomico County government and its municipalities are being invited to a meeting next month to create a joint governing council.

Fire ruins guest house owned by former cabinet official (2007-01-22)
State fire investigators say a boiler accident caused the fire in Trappe early Saturday that destroyed a one-story guest house owned by former U.S. Treasury Secretary Nicholas Brady.

No sign of man missing in Choptank River near Cambridge (2007-01-22)
Rescuers were expected to resume the search this morning for a man reported missing in the Choptank River near Cambridge.

Fruitland woman wants explanation for dog's shooting (2007-01-22)
A Fruitland woman says she still doesn't understand why her dog was shot and killed last month by city police officers.

MdTA looking at hiring contractor to chauffeur nervous drivers (2007-01-22)
The Maryland Transportation Authority has heard from four companies interested in the job of taking nervous drivers across the Bay Bridge.

UMES Receives Women Scholarship Grant from NSF (2007-01-18)
The National Science Foundation has recently awarded $450,000 towards the ADVANCE Program at the University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES), in order to support a three-year program designed to advance women scholars.

Bill would nix Kent as potential bridge site (2007-01-18)
A Republican state Senator from the Mid-Shore wants to put a stop to talk about any new Chesapeake Bay bridge that ends in Kent County.

Students from Wicomico County take part in Governor's Inaugural (2007-01-18)
Some Wicomico County students got a chance to participate in Governor Martin O'Malley's inaugural festivities, yesterday in Annapolis.

Local institutes help seed growth for aerospace industry on Eastern Shore (2007-01-17)
It's been about a month since the launch of the Minotaur One rocket, from Wallops Island, VA. But a local institute based in Pocomoke City is hoping to foster the development of the aerospace industry on the Eastern Shore of Virginia and Maryland.

Grand jury indicts suspect in death of toddler (2007-01-17)
The Wicomico County grand jury has indicted the man suspected in last month's death of a two-year-old Salisbury area girl.

Investigators: Fatal fire in Showell started accidentally (2007-01-17)
Investigators with the Worcester County fire marshal's office say the house fire Friday that killed two children in Showell started accidentally.

Improvements planned for 20 streets in St. Michaels (2007-01-17)
Plans are in the works for renovations to 20 streets in Saint Michaels.

Broadband internet service possible for Eastern Shore (2007-01-17)
The Maryland Broadband Cooperative says a fiber-optic network for high-speed Internet service in rural areas of the Eastern Shore is under construction.

Council delays decision of planned private sewer treatment facility (2007-01-17)
The Wicomico County Council is putting off a decision on a proposed drip-irrigation sewer treatment facility at the heart of a development debate.

UMES' Thompson to tour FAMU (2007-01-16)
University of Maryland, Eastern Shore President Thelma Thompson is scheduled to be in Tallahassee, Florida, today to tour Florida A&M University.

Somerset County educators work to reduce fighting (2007-01-16)
Students in sixth to 12th grade who fight more than once in Somerset County schools will go to a state rehabilitation program under a new school policy.

Vandalism reported in Easton (2007-01-16)
Easton police are looking for the vandals who damaged playground equipment and two vehicles.

Gunman sought in Crisfield shooting (2007-01-16)
Crisfield police are looking for a gunman in a shooting early Sunday that wounded a woman.

Lender makes large donation to UMES fundraising campaign (2007-01-16)
A financial-aid company has recently donated $10,000 to the University Of Maryland Eastern Shore.

Md. Lawmakers pledge new push to revive Chesapeake Bay oysters (2007-01-16)
Maryland lawmakers are pledging to help revive Chesapeake Bay oysters because they believe that the oysters are the best hope for cleaning the bay.

Man with gun arrested after apparent BB gun shooting in Easton (2007-01-16)
Easton police say an investigation into an apparent B.B. gun shooting led to the arrest of a Baltimore man who was allegedly carrying a loaded pistol.

O.C. council mulls CO ordinance (2007-01-16)
The Ocean City Town Council is expected tonight to consider an ordinance requiring that carbon monoxide detectors be installed in some buildings.

Transition committee nearly finished with its report (2007-01-15)
The committee examining health care, education, transportation and other issues for Governor-elect Martin O'Malley has nearly completed its advisory report.

Morgan State leaders criticized for voice mail problems (2007-01-15)
Students and others at Morgan State University say persistent problems with the school's phone system are symbolic of an administration that's slow to respond to problems.

MADD supports police in lawmaker's traffic stop (2007-01-12)
Mothers Against Drunk Driving is standing by the two Ocean City Police officers who handled the October traffic stop of a Delaware lawmaker.

Easton Police investigating woman's death (2007-01-12)
Easton police are waiting for autopsy results that could tell them what caused a woman to die at her home on Washington Street.

Ground broken for group home for troubled boys (2007-01-12)
Construction is getting started on a new therapeutic group home west of Salisbury that will serve troubled youth.

Researchers isolate toxin from fish-killing organism (2007-01-12)
After more than seven years of study scientists have isolated a toxin that they say may have killed millions of fish along the East Coast in the 1990s.

Two children dead, two hurt, in Worcester fire (2007-01-12)
Fire officials in Worcester County say two children were killed and two others were injured in a fire this morning at a house in Showell.

Pump malfunction blamed for sewage spill (2007-01-12)
A pump malfunction is being blamed for a sewage spill this week in Salisbury.

Two percent license fee hike looming (2007-01-11)
There's talk about raising the business license fee for businesses in Ocean City.

Crisfield to borrow funds for sewer repairs (2007-01-11)
City officials in Crisfield say they can't wait any longer to reach an agreement with developers on payment for sewer repairs.

Wicomico social services reviews case of murdered child (2007-01-11)
The Wicomico County Department of Social Services says it is reviewing the case of the two-year-old Salisbury area girl who was fatally beaten last month while in foster care.

Lawmakers to watch Al Gore's global warming film (2007-01-11)
It's movie time at the Maryland legislature. The Al Gore documentary about global warming will be screened today for the House Environmental Matters Committee.

Council asks for speedy hearing on mall fate (2007-01-11)
The Salisbury City Council wants the old Salisbury Mall torn down as soon as possible.

Ocean City Bank Robber Convicted (2007-01-11)
Ocean City Police report that 36-year-old Kevin Fuller was convicted Wednesday in Worcester County Circuit Court for his role in an Ocean City bank robbery last year.

Apartments evacuated by gas leak (2007-01-11)
A gas leak at a Salisbury Apartment complex left residents of ten apartments looking for a place to stay.

State announces partnership to fund artificial reefs (2007-01-10)
State officials are announcing what they are calling "an unprecedented partnership" to restore marine habitat in the Chesapeake Bay and the Atlantic Ocean.

Town council approves moratorium on adult businesses (2007-01-10)
The Princess Anne Town Council has approved a moratorium on adult entertainment businesses.

Historic Princess Anne restaurant closes (2007-01-10)
For decades, visitors and residents of Princess Anne, Maryland, have stopped by the historic Washington Hotel...for a good meal and a good night's sleep. But after 70 years of service, the Washington Family Restaurant, which is a part of the hotel, has closed its doors.

Kent Island farmland on the market (2007-01-10)
Some waterfront land once owned by the man who established Kent Island's first English settlement is on the market.

Ocean City police defend decision not to arrest legislator (2007-01-10)
Ocean City police want citizens to appreciate that there is a subjective element to enforcement of drunken driving laws.

Ripken's Hall election evokes memories for Minor (2007-01-10)
Cal Ripken's election to Baseball's Hall of Fame is bringing back memories for Ryan Minor, the Orioles rookie who started at third base on September 20, 1998 -- the night Ripken took a night off and ended his record streak of consecutive games.

Five arrested in attack on boy (2007-01-09)
State Police have arrested five teenagers in connection with the assault and armed robbery of a 12-year-year boy behind Kent Island High School.

Man's body found near old Salisbury Mall (2007-01-09)
Salisbury police are trying to contact the family of a 52-year-old homeless man found dead near the old Salisbury Mall.

Council approves rules change (2007-01-09)
The Salisbury City Council has approved a change to its rules intended to allow some private documents to be discussed in public.

350 Wicomico students still in need of immunization (2007-01-09)
There are still about 350 students in Wicomico County who have not yet been vaccinated - and are therefore not able to attend school.

Delaware's General Assembly considers new legislation (2007-01-09)
Delaware's newest General Assembly will face a number of legislative agendas when it convenes today.

New care facility opens in West Ocean City (2007-01-09)
There's a new urgent care facility in West Ocean City.

Fire destroys mobile home in Bishopville (2007-01-09)
Fire investigators say a Sunday afternoon fire destroyed a mobile home in Worcester County.

Date set for vote to fill Preston seats of recalled commissioners (2007-01-08)
A date's been set for the special election in Preston to fill the seats of two town commissioners who were removed from office last week.

Somerset man arrested on drug charges in Salisbury (2007-01-08)
State police say a routine traffic stop in Salisbury led to a drug bust and the arrest of a Somerset County man.

Carbon monoxide - silent, but deadly (2007-01-08)
After unseasonably warm weather, temperatures are starting to fall back to normal. As a result, many Delmarva residents will be cranking up their heating systems - potentially exposing themselves to a gas that has no odor, or color - but can kill in a matter of minutes.

Court of Appeals to hear case on charter schools (2007-01-06)
Maryland's highest court will hear a Baltimore case over the funding of charter schools.

U.S. attorney wants to remove judge from corruption case (2007-01-06)
U.S. Attorney Colm Connolly wants to remove a federal judge from a corruption case against three former New Castle County officials.

Anne Arundel County man sentenced to 14 years in child porn case (2007-01-06)
A federal judge sentenced an Anne Arundel County man to 14 years in prison yesterday for using the Internet to persuade young girls to send pornographic pictures of themselves.

Critics want more stop lights on new Route 113 section (2007-01-05)
Some drivers using a newly dualized section of Route 113 say the road needs more stop lights.

Official warns of missed deadline on bay cleanup (2007-01-05)
Efforts to cleanup the Chesapeake Bay are lagging behind, and could take decades longer than expected. That's the opinion of an Environmental Protection Agency official who warns that clean up efforts could take until the year 2040 at the current rate.

Princess Anne police still can't use new helicopter (2007-01-05)
It's been more than a year since the Princess Anne Police Department received a donated helicopter, but it has yet to fly a single police mission.

Shore's Captain Buddy due in court on hunting charges (2007-01-05)
The Eastern Shore businessman and charter boat captain known as Captain Buddy is due in court today in Baltimore for an initial appearance on federal hunting violations.

Roofer falls to death at school construction site (2007-01-05)
Authorities in Queen Anne's County say a worker with a Baltimore roofing company fell to his death at Matapeake Middle School, under construction in Stevensville.

Liquor licenses could cost more in Somerset (2007-01-05)
The cost of a liquor license in Somerset County could be headed higher.

30 arrested in holiday round-up of homebound suspects (2007-01-04)
Salisbury police say the holiday season is an opportune time to find wanted criminal suspects.

Funeral held for slain Wicomico tot (2007-01-04)
Funeral services were held yesterday for the two-year-old Salisbury area girl who was fatally beaten at her foster home.

Salisbury shooting suspect gets 25 years (2007-01-04)
A Salisbury man has been sentenced to 25 years in prison in a shooting a year ago this month at the city's Pemberton Manor Apartments.

Bail bondsman sentenced in abduction case (2007-01-04)
A bail enforcement officer from Woodbridge, Virginia, has been sentenced to 30 days behind bars for kidnapping an Easton man last February.

Black Virginia lawmakers call for apology for slavery (2007-01-04)
A group of black lawmakers wants the state to apologize for its role in slavery.

Ocean City to allow retired cops to carry concealed handguns (2007-01-04)
The Ocean City town council has approved a measure allowing retired police officers to carry concealed handguns.

Deputy finds wallet belonging to wanted man (2007-01-03)
A Worcester County man who lost his wallet ended up being arrested by the deputy who found it.

Gansler pledges crackdown on polluters (2007-01-03)
Maryland's new Attorney General Doug Gansler says he'll launch an all-out assault on polluters in his new role as Maryland's top law enforcement officer.

Year's first baby in Easton arrived minutes after midnight (2007-01-03)
Just seven minutes after New Year's revelers popped their corks, Shelton Nichols popped into the world at Easton's Memorial Hospital.

Funeral today for slain Wicomico tot (2007-01-03)
A funeral will be held this afternoon for the two-year-old Salisbury area girl who was fatally beaten at her foster home.

No arrests in Salisbury graffiti spree (2007-01-03)
Police in Salisbury are still looking for the graffiti artists who defaced several downtown buildings over the weekend, including the main branch of the Wicomico Public Library.

Decision expected on manmade marsh permit (2007-01-03)
A decision on whether an Eastern Shore developer should be allowed to create a manmade marsh near Saint Michaels is expected today in Annapolis.

PRMC's first baby this year is a girl (2007-01-02)
Little Camille Morgan missed the celebration at midnight but didn't wait much longer before coming into the world.

Chimney fire spreads, ruins Cambridge home (2007-01-02)
A chimney fire is being blamed for a two-alarm blaze that ruined a one-story house in Cambridge.

Council to hear more about new fire station (2007-01-02)
The Salisbury City Council is scheduled today to get an update on construction of the city's new fire station.

Princess Anne man accused of fondling youths (2007-01-02)
A Princess Anne man is behind bars, accused of fondling two youths earlier this month.

Search on for stolen cement truck (2007-01-02)
Easton police say someone stole a cement truck from a construction company sometime before New Year's Day.

Vandals leave mark in Salisbury's downtown plaza (2007-01-02)
Vandals have defaced several walls in downtown Salisbury.

Penguin swim raises thousands for hospital (2007-01-02)
An estimated 400 people took a dip yesterday in Ocean City to benefit Atlantic General Hospital.

Easton official collects baseball gear for troops (2007-01-02)
Easton Town Manager Robert Karge is collecting Frisbee discs, baseballs and softballs and gloves and bats to send to Caroline County soldiers and Marines stationed in Iraq.