Dorchester Star

07/27/2024

What an incredible morning of engaging stories and discussion from our panelists, Meisha Amia, MSN RN, Shay Lewis-Sisco, Megan Rosendale, Kimberly Boggerty, and moderator, Amanda Kidd! This group spoke of finding their passion after learning their purpose and how to use the two to help people in life.

Thank you to our sponsor, Sisk Fulfillment Service Inc. and Ustream LLC for your continued support!

Read more about the event:
https://www.stardem.com/news/local_news/discussing-the-journey-to-passion-and-purpose/article_ee3f1770-4aaa-11ef-84b3-87fde78745b2.html

Register for the third and final Speaker Series of the Summer, Thursday, August 15 at the Avalon Theatre in Easton:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/911215639507?aff=oddtdtcreator

See photos of the first two events and more information:
https://www.apgchesapeake.com/summer-speaker-series-2024

DENTON — A large group of women gathered at the Wharves of Choptank Visitors Center Thursday morning to be a part of a conversation about passion and purpose.

07/25/2024

Listen to the new with with our new podcast, Listen Up! Available through Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and iHeart Radio, or use the link: https://www.stardem.com/multimedia/podcast/

07/25/2024

The Mid-Shore Fishing Club of Maryland will host their annual Kids Fishing Derby from 9 a.m. to noon on Saturday, Aug. 3, at Long Wharf Park in Cambridge. The Rain Date is Saturday, Aug. 10. Open to ages 5 to 12. All children must be accompanied by …

The Mid-Shore Fishing Club of Maryland will host their annual Kids Fishing Derby from 9 a.m. to noon on Saturday, Aug. 3, at Long Wharf Park in Cambridge. The Rain

07/25/2024

CAMBRIDGE — As the COVID-19 pandemic started to become a memory, Triton Entertainment President Paul Wenger noticed many of the company’s 17 movie theaters showing clear signs of recovery.

07/24/2024

CAMBRIDGE — During a visit to the Pine Street Community Market July 17, Angela Alsobrooks, the Democratic candidate for Maryland’s open U.S. Senate seat, said Maryland’s Senate race is about the 51st vote.

CAMBRIDGE — During a visit to the Pine Street Community Market July 17, Angela Alsobrooks, the Democratic candidate for Maryland’s open U.S. Senate seat, said Maryland’s Senate race is about

07/24/2024

Casey Todd, a descendant of Hollands Island, will be sharing his memories and stories that have been handed down over the years by his father Ira T. Todd, Jr. and other family members. At 7 p.m. on Aug. 7, Todd will share about the roots of the peop…

Casey Todd, a descendant of Hollands Island, will be sharing his memories and stories that have been handed down over the years by his father Ira T. Todd, Jr. and

07/24/2024

CAMBRIDGE — Come November, Dorchester County residents will decide on whether or not to make changes to the county charter, including clarifying the county manager’s responsibilities, adding language to ensure transparency and adjusting budget due d…

CAMBRIDGE — Come November, Dorchester County residents will decide on whether or not to make changes to the county charter, including clarifying the county manager’s responsibilities, adding language to ensure

07/24/2024

Meet Meisha Amia! One of our panelists for the next Summer Speaker Series, Thursday, July 25, 8-10am, at the Wharves of Choptank Visitor Center, Denton, MD.

"Meisha Amia (Woolford) currently serves the local community as the Program Coordinator for Adolescent Health at Dorchester County Health Department. Prior to moving back home, Meisha created a global impact through travel nursing, authentic storytelling and mentorship for nurses and entrepreneurs."
Read more about Meisha and our other panelists at: https://www.apgchesapeake.com/summer-speaker-series-2024

Thank you to our sponsors, Sisk Fulfillment Service Inc. and Ustream LLC!

To register for the event visit: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/women-to-watch-summer-speaker-series-july-25-tickets-911212690687?aff=oddtdtcreator

07/23/2024

Sometimes, a final resting place is far from final.

07/23/2024

CAMBRIDGE — Cambridge Main Street's new Executive Director Christina Wingate-Spence knows downtown Cambridge.

07/22/2024

Enter the Sweepstakes for a chance to WIN the Grand Prize of $150!
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07/22/2024

The American Legion Dorchester Post 91 in Cambridge, recently donated $42,000 to the Veterans Affairs Maryland Health Care System to benefit veteran patients throughout the state. This is the largest donation the VA Maryland Health Care System has e…

The American Legion Dorchester Post 91 in Cambridge, recently donated $42,000 to the Veterans Affairs Maryland Health Care System to benefit veteran patients throughout the state. This is the largest

07/22/2024

Meet Kimberly Boggerty! One of our panelists for the next Summer Speaker Series, Thursday, July 25, 8-10am, at the Wharves of Choptank Visitor Center, Denton, MD.

"Meet the Author behind the amazing book Get Your W.A.I.T. Up Sis! CEO, Kimberly (Lee) Boggerty believes when you don’t tell your own story, people will create their own narrative for you. As a child of God, daughter, mother, sister, and friend, she brings story telling to you in a new way. But it didn’t come easy. Kimberly had to build up the confidence and trust God to share her heart through the pages."

Read more about Kimberly and our other panelists at: https://www.apgchesapeake.com/summer-speaker-series-2024

Thank you to our sponsors, Sisk Fulfillment Service Inc. and Ustream LLC!

To register for the event visit: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/women-to-watch-summer-speaker-series-july-25-tickets-911212690687?aff=oddtdtcreator

07/21/2024

The 2024 Best of the Best nomination portal is now open! Claim or defend your title as the best of the best!

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07/21/2024

NOMINATE NOW! Today's your last chance to nominate you favorite business in the Best of Contest!
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07/20/2024

TWO days left to nominate your favorite business in the Best of Contest!
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07/20/2024

Meet Shay Lewis-Sisco! One of our panelists for the next Summer Speaker Series, Thursday, July 25, 8-10am, at the Wharves of Choptank Visitor Center, Denton, MD.

"Shay Lewis-Sisco, known as ShaySpeaks, was born and raised in Cambridge, Maryland. Shay always serves in some capacity--currently a Career Coach for Dorchester County Public Schools and the founder of a newly established organization, Maryland Parents Supporting Parents. She previously worked in workforce development for the Maryland Department of Labor. Active in serving and engaging the community as a board member for For All Seasons, Cambridge Waterfront Development Inc (CWDI), a member of the Curriculum Coordinating Committee, a member of the Chesapeake College Multicultural Committee, and an advocate for families."

Read more about Shay and our other panelists at: https://www.apgchesapeake.com/summer-speaker-series-2024

Thank you to our sponsors, Sisk Fulfillment Service Inc. and Ustream LLC!

To register for the event visit: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/women-to-watch-summer-speaker-series-july-25-tickets-911212690687?aff=oddtdtcreator

07/19/2024

Only 3 days to go! Nominate your favorite businesses in the Best of Contest!
https://www.stardem.com/best_of/

07/18/2024

Meet Amanda Kidd! Our panel moderator for the next Summer Speaker Series, Thursday, July 25, 8-10am, at the Wharves of Choptank Visitor Center, Denton, MD.

"Amanda M. Kidd, wife, mom of five God-sent children, Queenie to one very special grandson, business owner, nonprofit founder, 2x bestselling author, community connector, food and hospitality innovator and legacy builder. Born and raised in the DMV, now resident of Cambridge, MD. Amanda's heart is postured towards ministry, business, family, and food; which each of her initiatives reflects. Amanda is on a mission to cultivate mindsets break barriers and elevate the communities she serves."

Read more about Amanda and our other panelists at: https://www.apgchesapeake.com/summer-speaker-series-2024

Thank you to our sponsors, Sisk Fulfillment Service Inc. and Ustream LLC!

To register for the event visit: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/women-to-watch-summer-speaker-series-july-25-tickets-911212690687?aff=oddtdtcreator

07/17/2024

CAMBRIDGE — When it comes to church membership, First Baptist Church of Cambridge Pastor Chris Colbert would rather have 10 “sincere God lovers” than 10,000 “nominal pew sitters.”

07/17/2024

CAMBRIDGE — About five months after the City of Cambridge began turning off certain downtown traffic lights and replacing them with three- and four-way stop signs, the traffic lights are officially coming down.

CAMBRIDGE — About five months after the City of Cambridge began turning off certain downtown traffic lights and replacing them with three- and four-way stop signs, the traffic lights are

07/17/2024

CAMBRIDGE — A Cambridge woman was arrested and charged with vehicle theft.

07/17/2024

CAMBRIDGE — The Maryland Open Meetings Compliance Board has found the Cambridge City Council to be in violation of the Open Meetings Act for actions made during and following a City Council meeting on Jan. 8

CAMBRIDGE — The Maryland Open Meetings Compliance Board has found the Cambridge City Council to be in violation of the Open Meetings Act for actions made during and following a

07/17/2024

CAMBRIDGE — Two men were arrested in Cambridge in separate burglary incidents.

07/16/2024

The Dorchester County Council has appointed two county residents to fill Board of Education vacancies created by the recent resignations of Board President Mike Diaz and Board Vice President Susan Morgan.

The Dorchester County Council has appointed two county residents to fill Board of Education vacancies created by the recent resignations of Board President Mike Diaz and Board Vice President Susan

07/16/2024

CAMBRIDGE — Police are investigating a home invasion that took place at the Bradford House in the 700 block of Race Street.

07/15/2024

CAMBRIDGE — The Cambridge Police Department is investigating two reports of shots fired.

07/15/2024

CAMBRIDGE — A Cambridge man was arrested on 30 charges after fleeing a traffic stop and striking a house.