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The circa 1909 Anna L. Haines House on Washington Street was patterned after homes she was familiar with in Philadelphia and is one of the few brick houses in Princess Anne. It was cited by code enforcement as a nuisance and dangerous dwelling and after the owner failed to appear in court on April 1 Judge L. Bruce Wade ordered $505 be paid to the town for each offense.
Princess Anne's rental inspection program to start again
PRINCESS ANNE — A contract with First State Inspection Agency Inc. was approved this month by the Town Commissioners so inspection of rental units can resume in the coming weeks. The … more
Blue crab caught in a crab pot. Maryland's crabbing season starts April 1.
With season starting April 1, Natural Resources Police remind Maryland’s recreational crabbers to comply with conservation laws
ANNAPOLIS — Maryland’s blue crab season officially opens April 1 in the Chesapeake Bay and its tidal tributaries and the Atlantic Ocean and coastal bays. With the opening of a new … more
The Crisfield Fire Department at the time of its dedication in June 1961. The size of the firetrucks today is much larger than 60 years ago, another reason firefighters say it's time to build new.
Long-range goal: relocate Crisfield Fire Department
CRISFIELD — As the Crisfield Fire Department celebrates 150 years the Mayor and City Council agree with the volunteers that it’s time to build a new single-story multi-purpose station … more
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Harbour Light condominiums allow short term rentals as part of its covenants as a benefit for unit owners. Crisfield is proposing inspection and permitting of short term rentals across the city and the City Council will hold a public hearing on March 13.
Hearing set on comprehensive short term rental changes in Crisfield
CRISFIELD — Regulations for short term rentals to include permitting and inspection requirements moved through first reader last month and are scheduled for a public hearing 5 p.m. Wednesday, … more
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Delegate Charles Otto is joined by Somerset County Emergency Services Director Yvette Cross speaking in favor of House Bill 975 before the House Environment and Transportation Committee on Feb. 27. Companion Senate Bill 807 will be subject of a hearing March 7 before the Senate Education, Energy and Environmental Committee.
Hearing set on legislation to let Somerset County have authority over EMS
ANNAPOLIS — Legislation to enable Somerset County to enact local laws to manage and regulate fire, rescue and emergency medical services in the county is scheduled for a hearing this week 1 … more
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As ticket prices climb, music industry seeks solutions in Maryland
Nearly $25,000. That’s how much one ticket cost on Vivid Seats for Hozier’s upcoming Merriweather Post Pavilion show in May. The original price for a seat at the sold-out show was $99, according to I.M.P., the production company that owns Merriweather. more
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Mayor Darlene Taylor speaks to the media, FEMA and MDEM officials while at the Crisfield City Dock following a lunch and meeting at the Tawes Museum.
Crisfield tour by FEMA and MDEM highlights city's commitment to reducing flood risk
CRISFIELD — Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) senior officials Victoria Salinas and MaryAnn Tierney and Maryland Department of Emergency Management Secretary Russ Strickland were in … more
Cannabis grower CULTA operates outdoor and indoor cultivation facilities in Cambridge, tucked away behind the city's police, fire and rescue headquarters. Somerset County would restrict locations of this kind of business to industrial zones only, but legislation before the General Assembly could overrule that and require that it be treated no differently than a farmer growing hemp in an Ag-Residential zone.
Legislation in Annapolis could upend Somerset County's cannabis zoning rules
PRINCESS ANNE — Amendments to the zoning code approved by the Somerset County Commissioners that restrict the location of cannabis growers, processors and dispensaries to only industrial zones … more
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Gov. Moore's budget has $17 million for Somerset County projects
ANNAPOLIS — The $63 billion budget introduced by Gov Wes Moore for fiscal year 2025 includes more than $17 million for planning and capital projects throughout Somerset County. From … more
USM Chancellor Jay Perman testifies Jan. 29 before the House Appropriations Subcommittee on Education and Economic Development, and seated behind him at left is UMES President Heidi Anderson.
UMES President Anderson in Annapolis testifying on proposed FY25 budget
PRINCESS ANNE — It may be across the Bridge but it’s not a bridge too far for University of Maryland Eastern Shore President Heidi Anderson and her leadership team this week as the … more
An example of Crisfield's facade improvement program, the transformation of the former J.P. Tawes & Bro. Hardware building near the City Dock to The Tawes Building, now home to the Somerset County Arts Council. Another round of facade grants is now starting after the state awarded $75,000 to the city.
$75,000 grant to Crisfield will continue façade improvement program
CRISFIELD — Following unanimous approval Jan. 17 by the Maryland Board of Public Works the City of Crisfield is receiving $75,000 to continue its façade improvement program. In this … more
Somerset County pending final vote to limit cannabis businesses to industrial zones
PRINCESS ANNE — The County Commissioners, following the advice of their Planning and Zoning Commission, are expected amend the zoning code so that licensed growers, processors and sellers of … more
Maryland Department of Natural Resources Secretary Josh Kurtz, center, joins Fishing and Boating Services staff to analyze oyster spat during the fall survey.
Chesapeake Bay 2023 Fall Oyster Survey records outstanding spatfall
ANNAPOLIS – The Maryland Department of Natural Resources’  Fall Oyster Survey  recorded a remarkable year for juvenile oysters in Maryland waters, finding both prolific numbers … more
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Flood waters approach a church on Smith Island on Sept. 28, 2023.
MyCoast app lets public document flooding
ANNAPOLIS – A rainstorm’s a-brewing and Maryland needs your help to document flooding. Maryland’s Department of Natural Resources (DNR) recently launched the new MyCoast … more
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Residents in Flood Zones A & B (Red and Yellow) are being advised of the potential for flooding in their area and that the shelter at Washington High School opens 5 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 9 for those who need to relocate. There will also be bus transportation to the shelter at 5 p.m. at the fire stations in Crisfield, Marion, Fairmount, Deal Island and Mt. Vernon
Somerset County urges residents to be ready for flooding, shelter opens at WHS
PRINCESS ANNE — Residents of low-lying areas (Flood Zones A and B) in Somerset County can expect moderate to major flooding to occur during the high tide cycles on Tuesday, Jan. 9 (11 p.m.) and … more
Upper Somerset's residential reassessment highest in the state
BALTIMORE — New year’s greetings from the state are in the mail for nearly 6,500 upper Somerset County property owners with 87.4% in “Group 3” finding their property is now … more
The Crisfield City Dock has been compromised in recent years by storms, and is due for repairs and improvements. When they occur, plans are that new venue and vendor space will be added with the planning and engineering for that covered by a newly-approved $100,000 state grant.
Board of Public Works approves $100,000 for Crisfield City Dock
ANNAPOLIS  — The Maryland Board of Public Works on Wednesday approved $100,000 for the City of Crisfield for a new and improved City Dock. It was Sen. Mary Beth Carozza who requested … more
At over $1 million to develop and build The Lower Shore Shelter opened in 2017. Management by the Somerset County Committee for the Homeless ended in late spring and the property was turned over to the county in June. Now Diakonia is interested in reopening the facility exclusively for homeless veterans.
Diakonia crafting plan to reopen Lower Shore Shelter to benefit veterans
PRINCESS ANNE — Worcester County-based nonprofit Diakonia is proposing to reopen The Lower Shore Shelter in Princess Anne exclusively for homeless veterans. The Veterans Administration in … more
Marjorie's Floral Design on South Somerset Avenue in Crisfield is a home-based business that followed the directions of now-former city staff but that advice turned out to be incorrect. As a result the Wroten family has undergone scrutiny of the planning commission and Board of Zoning Appeals which will allow it to continue but with some changes.
Home-based flower shop in Crisfield can continue but BZA sets limits
CRISFIELD — The owners of a home-based flower shop who in 2021 were given bad advice by the city will be allowed to continue but with one less accessory building, a smaller sign, and other … more
A new Maryland law allows medical marijuana dispensaries, such as Sunburst Pharm on Meteor Avenue in Cambridge, to apply to convert their license from strictly medical to add general adult or recreational use. Sunburst Pharm Photo
Maryland's cannabis administration receives pushback on licensing timeline
Some potential cannabis businesses are criticizing the tight turnaround to obtain new licenses to grow, process or distribute marijuana, after the Maryland Cannabis Administration … more
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