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Ridgely Town Commissioners Brad Sears, Chad Leister, and John Hurley held an emergency meeting on November 9, 2026 at the Ridgely Volunteer Fire Company’s community hall to announce that the town’s water/sewer rates are being restored to the original rate amongst strong backlash against the new rates.
Ridgely to Revert to Previous Water-Sewer Rate as Commissioners Discuss Closing $169,000 Budget Deficit
RIDGELY – Commissioner John Hurley opened a November 9 emergency meeting of the Ridgely Town Commission by announcing that the town would be returning to the original water bill rates, as they …
Tensions Spill Over at Ridgely Commission Meeting, Emergency Meeting to Address Water Rates Planned for Nov. 9
RIDGELY – In anticipation of a larger-than-usual crowd, the Ridgely Town Commission held their regular monthly meeting at Cow Barn Events venue on Monday, November 2. It was the first public …
Federalsburg held a municipal election for two Town Council seats on Tuesday, November 3, 2026. Winners were announced by the town via Facebook, where a statement was also made regarding technical issues early in the day.
Federalsburg Municipal Election Results Announced, Voting Issue Addressed
FEDERALSBURG – The Town of Federalsburg announced via Facebook late Tuesday night that District 1’s Brandy James will keep her seat on the Federalsburg Town Council, but District 2’s Ian …
Caroline County Local 2026 Election Results
Voters headed to the polls to cast their ballots in a number of local and state races, with several familiar faces and first-timers vying for elected positions. Caroline Review.News is reporting the …
Two candidates for Federalsburg Town Council, Brandy James and Ian Ferguson, answered questions at a candidate forum on Wednesday, October 28. Sherone (standing) moderated the forum.
Federalsburg Hears from Council Candidates Ahead of Election
FEDERALSBURG – Several Federalsburg residents, business owners, and town officials gathered at the Federalsburg Activities Center for a candidate forum between those running for two seats on the …
Habitat for Humanity Choptank is planning a six-home neighborhood on Gay Street in Denton, with two homes already under construction. The homes will be designed as quality, energy-efficient, and safe housing for local low-income families earning between 30% and 80% of the area median income. An official groundbreaking ceremony was held on October 20, 2026. Pictured are Denton Town Manager Scott Getchell, Denton Mayor Dr. Abby McNinch, current Habitat Choptank Board President Lamont Goodson, and past Board President and current Treasurer for Habitat Choptank, Jeff Joseph.
Habitat for Humanity Choptank Breaks Ground on Housing Community in Denton
DENTON – On October 20, Habitat for Humanity Choptank officially broke ground on a new six-home neighborhood in the heart of Denton as part of their longtime mission to expand affordable housing …
Shawne Hughes
Caroline County Department of Emergency Services Announces Promotion of Shawne Hughes to Mobile Integrated Healthcare Paramedic Program Manager
The Caroline County Department of Emergency Services (DES) is pleased to announce the promotion of Shawne Hughes to Mobile Integrated Healthcare (MIH) Paramedic Program Manager, recognizing his 25 …
Michael Mann
Caroline County Commissioner General Election Profile: Michael Mann
Michael Mann is a Greensboro resident, a 25-year Service Technician with Gray’s Gas, a current and/or former member of Caroline County’s Trades Board, Board of Licensed Commissioners (Liquor …
Savannah Winston
Caroline County Commissioner General Election Profile: Savannah Winston
Though she is a newcomer to the race for County Commissioner, Savannah Winston has already served at the municipal level as a Commissioner and President Commissioner for the Town of Preston. She is …
Larry Porter
Caroline County Commissioner General Election Profile: Larry Porter
Larry Porter – a proud product of Greensboro – has been a Caroline County Commissioner since 2010. Over his lifetime, he has also served as a Denton Councilmember and Mayor, a member of the …
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Sister Mary Agnes Dugan, seated center, prepares to cut the ribbon on the newly opened Dugan Residential Hall on Benedictine school campus.
Benedictine opened its new Dugan Residential Hall with a ceremonial ribbon cutting and student homecoming the week of Nov 2, 2026. Scott Evans, Executive Director, said during his comments …
Denton Elementary Green Club members planted trees for the school’s new outdoor classroom on Monday, November 9, 2026.
DENTON — Denton Elementary School is finishing up a brand-new outdoor classroom, and some third through fifth grade students helped bring the space to life by planting trees on Monday, November 10, …
Janice Clark of Denton, right, purchases cat-themed pot holders from Judie Cheesman of East New Market at the Judie's Crafts booth at the Denton American Legion.
The 40th Annual Craft Show kicked off the holiday shopping season at American Legion Caroline Post 29 in Denton on Saturday, Nov. 7. The two-day craft show is always the first full weekend in …
By the end of the day November 3, we will all (I hope) have been to the polls or submitted our mail-in ballots. But what happens after you cast your votes? Below is a little taste of what goes on …
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