The Maryland Department of Natural Resources (DNR) says the state is experiencing higher-than-average numbers of marine animal strandings compared to previous years. According to DNR, the five-year average from January to May was 10 marine mammal stranding cases. In 2025 so far, DNR says their stranding program has responded to 29. Animals found stranded included bottlenose dolphins, grey seals, a humpback whale, loggerhead sea turtles, and a minke whale, DNR says.
Rock Hall Pantry Undergoing Upgrades
The Little Free Pantry on Main Street in Rock Hall is being upgraded this week. The Evening Enterprise reports the pantry was purchased by No Child Goes Hungry, a registered 501(c)3 nonprofit dedicated to the elimination of childhood hunger, one kid, one meal at a time. The Little Free Pantry is located in the driveway at 5764 N. Main St., behind the spiral staircase and Little Free Library. The pantry provides resources such as nonperishable food, dry goods, feminine care products and diapers to Kent County residents and visitors.
Goodall Tapped To Lead Shelter Alliance
The Shelter Alliance is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Kimrose Goodall as Executive Director, effective July 1, 2025. Founded in September 2024, The Shelter Alliance aspires to establish and operate a 24/7/365 shelter in Kent County, Maryland. Since its inception, The Shelter Alliance has provided emergency accommodations in local motels, o?ering temporary shelter to those in need. To date, it has provided 97 bed nights to 38 individuals.
Tours On Weed Management For Demarva Farmers
Half-day field tours will be held in three locations across Delmarva for farmers and others interested in the latest research on weed management options in corn, soybean, and vegetables, according to MyEasternShoreMD.com. Attendees will have the opportunity to see research plots and learn about successful programs for problematic weed species like Palmer amaranth. The tours will take place on June 25th.
Move To Add Bike, Pedestrian Lanes On Bay Bridge
A group of cycling advocates is petitioning to add bike and pedestrian lanes to Maryland’s new Chesapeake Bay Bridge. More than 55 local, state and national organizations signed a letter asking Maryland officials to seriously consider the idea as planning, design and construction of a new bridge is underway.
In the petition, the group noted that bike paths on the bridge would create the first commuting option for cyclists traveling between the Eastern and Western shores and would reduce traffic congestion.
Study Examines Historic Buildings In Queen Anne’s County
A project is underway to study Queen Anne’s County’s oldest historic buildings. The Bay Times and Record Observer reports a group of architectural historians will be producing a book on the early architectural heritage of the County, building upon the work of the late Orlando Ridout V, who spent his early career studying the buildings of the Queen Anne’s County. The project team includes former Colonial Williamsburg historians Carl Lounsbury, Willie Graham, and Jeff Klee, as well as staff of the Maryland Historical Trust. They are looking for buildings built prior to 1840 to study as part of this project.
QAC Sheriff’s Office Investigates Business Scam
Last week, the Queen Anne’s County Sheriff’s Office responded to a Grasonville business for a report of past theft. The owner of the business advised they received an email appearing to be from a regular vendor requesting a $100,000 payment. Believing it to be legitimate, the funds were sent and discovered to be fraud at a later date. A further look at the request showed that the scammers used the same email as the vendor with one extra letter added. No word on the status of the funds.
Law Enforcement Torch Run On Bay Bridge Tuesday
On Tuesday, June 17, at approximately 10 a.m., the Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics Maryland will be crossing the westbound span of the Bay Bridge. The right and center lanes (buffer lane) will be closed temporarily while runners make their way across the bridge. Minimal traffic delays are expected. Please use caution when traveling the bridge. Thank you for your patience and cooperation.
For updates call 1-877-BAYSPAN (1-877-229-7726)
Invasive Weed Spraying Set For Stevensville Park
Old Love Point Park in Stevensville will have invasive weed spraying of the brush and trees near the property line with Mallard Run community starting June 16 and lasting for approximately one- two weeks. Workers will be working near some athletic fields during the daytime hours. This is weather dependent and will be pushed back if there is rain or windy conditions. For more information, contact the Department of Parks and Recreation 410-758-0835
Cash Reward Being Offered In Fatal QAC Shooting Earlier This Month
Update on a story we told you about recently. Metro Crime Stoppers Of Maryland is offering a cash reward for information leading to the arrest of the person or persons responsible for the death of 19-year-old Christopher Parsley. On Sunday, June 1st, Christopher was shot and killed at 1501 Centreville Road in Queen Anne’s County. All tips submitted through Metro Crime Stoppers are anonymous and eligible for a reward.