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Lofland guilty of Sorrell murder in Dorchester
CAMBRIDGE – On April 1, after a four-day trial, a jury sitting in the Circuit Court for Dorchester County convicted Dayon Shymere Lofland, 22, of first-degree murder, second-degree murder, … more
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Thomas Hutchinson running for Maryland House of Delegates for District 37B
CAMBRIDGE – Thomas S. Hutchinson announced, in front of a crowd of supporters and well-wishers in downtown Cambridge on Thursday, March 24, that he will be running for the Maryland House of … more
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Senior program participants got their first look at the Bair clock tower in the Intergenerational Center.
Dorchester seniors get first peek at new center
CAMBRIDGE – On March 15, Dorchester seniors got a first look at their new center in Cambridge, the Harry and Jeannette Weinberg Intergenerational Center, also called Chesapeake Grove. The … more
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Greg Whitten spoke after receiving the Spedden Award. At his side were Sydney Cohee, representing 2021 Chairman Sharon Spedden, and Chamber President Bill Christopher.
Dorchester Chamber of Commerce holds annual dinner
CAMBRIDGE - The 2022 Dorchester Chamber of Commerce Annual Meeting and Dinner was held March 16 at the Hyatt Resort. The group represents 465 businesses and organizations, along with 22 associate … more
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Thomas Carroll
Thomas Carroll named Cambridge city manager
CAMBRIDGE - The Commissioners of Cambridge on March 18 announced the selection of Thomas Carroll of Silverton, Ohio, as the city manager of Cambridge. Carroll is currently the village manager of … more
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Comptroller Peter Franchot, right, hands Black Water Bakery chef Tom Bales one of his trademark commemorative lucky coins. Also pictured, from left, Brett Summers, Jamie Wing Summers and baking assistant Rebeka Yockey.
Franchot commends Cambridge commerce, culture
During a St. Patrick’s Day tour celebrating Eastern Shore business and heritage, Maryland Comptroller Peter Franchot stopped in Cambridge to recognize three Race Street establishments, Black … more
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Teen, 7-year-old child wounded in Cambridge shooting
CAMBRIDGE – A 16-year-old suspect is being held after shootings which wounded another teen and a 7-year-old child. On March 20 at approximately 4:52 p.m., Cambridge Police responded to the … more
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The Greens are on the cover of Destination Maryland.
Cambridge on the cover
The 2022 issue of Destination Maryland, the state’s official travel magazine, once again presents a pleasing photogenic panorama, beckoning visitors to explore each region’s outstanding … more
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Senator Eckardt’s Update: Bills are moving through the House, Senate
ANNAPOLIS – Bills including the following have begun moving through the Maryland House of Delegates and State Senate. SB 288 Talbot County - Board of Education - Election of Officers, which … more
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From the left are Hospital Manager Brandy Warnick, Deputy Chief State Fire Marshal Matt Stevens and Dr. Katelin McConkey of VCA Animal Hospital in Cambridge.
Veterinarian commended for work in fire investigation
CAMBRIDGE - State Fire Marshal Brian S. Geraci awarded a local veterinarian's office a unit citation for their work in a fatal fire investigation that tragically took the lives of two people on New … more
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Sharon Spedden and her daughter, Sydney Cohee, display the C. Robert “Bob” Spedden Service Award.
Dorchester Chamber of Commerce to hold annual meeting
In 2021, the Dorchester Chamber of Commerce celebrated 100 years since its founding in 1921.  However, because of the pandemic, the 2021 annual meeting to celebrate that landmark had to be done … more
The photo from Jay Fleming's book, "Working the Water," shows H-2B crab pickers working in fall 2015 at the J.M. Clayton Seafood Co. in Cambridge, Maryland. Dorchester County crab-processing facilities are against the ropes for the upcoming season, as only one of the 10 establishments earned enough H-2B visas through a lottery to fill its workforce.
Dorchester crab houses have bone to pick with guest worker visa cap
CAMBRIDGE, Md. — For most folks, not winning the lottery won’t impact their very survival. But for Dorchester County crab houses, losing out in the crucial visiting worker program visa sweepstakes is spelling disaster. more
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The sculpture to be unveiled this fall.
Engraved bricks honor Harriet Tubman's legacy, raise funds for sculpture
When the new Harriet Tubman sculpture is unveiled this fall, many of the newly laid bricks in the plaza on which she will stand will bear the names of former enslaved Dorchester County residents, as … more
Sen. Eckardt's Update: Committee removes school mask mandate
ANNAPOLIS - The Joint Committee on Administrative, Executive and Legislative Review receives copies of all regulations of each state agency, reviewing regulations with regard to the legislative … more
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Hoopers Island Seafood Market Manager Allison Fitzhugh behind the new shop's display case.
Get your oysters at Hoopers Island Seafood Market in Cambridge
On Valentine’s Day and Super Bowl Sunday weekend, while many county residents rushed around stocking up for romantic dinners and parties, throngs of local oyster lovers made it the biggest … more
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Nominate Dorchester’s Hometown Heroes
CAMBRIDGE — For more than a century, the Dorchester Banner’s mission has been to educate and celebrate the Heart of Chesapeake Country, and to fulfill that mission, we have published … more
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Cambridge Rescue Fire Company hosted a Fireman's Funeral for 53-year member, past president and Firefighters Hall of Fame member Calvin S. Stack Jr.
Remembering Dorchester's Calvin Stack: Answering the final call
I want to fill my calling, And to give the best in me, To guard my every neighbor And protect his property” - Fireman’s Prayer For 53 years, as a member of the Rescue Fire … more
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To celebrate Harriet Tubman’s 200th birthday, a weekend of events is planned March 12-13. Gov. Larry Hogan announced that in celebration of the 200th anniversary of the birth of Harriet Tubman and the fifth anniversary of its opening, the Harriet Tubman Underground Railroad State Park and Visitor Center will host a series of free, family-friendly programs.
Gov. Hogan encourages Marylanders to celebrate Harriet Tubman’s 200th birthday
CHURCH CREEK - Maryland Gov. Larry Hogan has announced that in celebration of the 200th anniversary of the birth of Harriet Tubman and the fifth anniversary of its opening, the Harriet Tubman … more
Sen. Eckardt's Update: Budget and taxation highlight: Small-business bills
ANNAPOLIS - Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, many small businesses have taken a hit that has caused harm to many business owners in District 37. This week, I wanted to highlight a few bills that have … more
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Celebrating the release of “Water Moves Us” are, from left, Dave Cannon of the Dorchester Banner, Susan Banks of the Dorchester County Economic Development Office and Darel La Prade of Dorchester Banner.
Water is just the beginning for Dorchester’s economic profile
Dorchester County is a beautiful area with deep historical significance and growing economic opportunities. The 2022 “Water Moves Us” economic profile was released this month, a glossy … more
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