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Bay Times and Record-Observer The Bay Times and Record-Observer is a weekly newspaper serving all of Queen Anne's County. The Bay Times was founded in Stevensville, Md., by Christopher J.
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and Mary Lou Rosendale in 1963. The very first edition of the Bay Times in November 1963 was a memorial edition dedicated to President John F. Kennedy, who had been shot and killed the week before. The front page consisted of a single headline – The County Mourns – and a picture of the president. Publishing the Bay Times was truly a family effort for the Rosendales. Their first office was in their

back kitchen in their large, old two-story home at Love Point on Kent Island. Chris did the writing and photography; Mary Lou did all the advertising, addressing and mailing. They took turns delivering the newspaper. As soon as the Rosendale children were old enough to write they helped hand-address and stamp the newspapers before they got a second-class mail classification. The Bay Times cost 5 cents a copy in 1963 and subscriptions ran $1 a year. Ads cost 95 cents an inch. The paper started out as a tabloid then went to broadsheet, averaging 14 pages a week. (The Rosendales included an apology for the inconvenient size in the first broadsheet edition, explaining they were forced to change the size due to cost.) When the Rosendales sold the paper in 1974 to Augustine Publishing it had a paid circulation of 4,600. The Bay Times returned to its original, reader-friendly tabloid size in October 1987. It was owned for many years by Chesapeake Publishing Corp. Today, the Bay Times is owned by Adams Publishing Group. It publishes each Friday now in compilation with the county’s longest running publication, The Record Observer and has a paid circulation of over 6,000. Newsstand cost is $2.25 per issue. The mission of the Bay Times Record Observer is to inform and educate the public, to promote community participation, and to provide a forum for public debate.

ANNAPOLIS — Queen Anne’s County Public Schools continues its winning tradition at the Maryland Judiciary’s 19th Annual S...
13/12/2024

ANNAPOLIS — Queen Anne’s County Public Schools continues its winning tradition at the Maryland Judiciary’s 19th Annual Statewide Conflict Resolution Bookmark Art Contest. This year, QACPS students shined once again, taking home 11 awards across five…

ANNAPOLIS — Queen Anne’s County Public Schools continues its winning tradition at the Maryland Judiciary’s 19th Annual Statewide Conflict Resolution Bookmark Art Contest. This year, QACPS students shined once again,

Founded in 1975, the Kent Island Heritage Society continues it’s mission of discovering, identifying, restoring and pres...
13/12/2024

Founded in 1975, the Kent Island Heritage Society continues it’s mission of discovering, identifying, restoring and preserving the heritage of Kent Island. Members work diligently so history enthusiasts can acquire an appreciation of Kent Island’s p…

Founded in 1975, the Kent Island Heritage Society continues it’s mission of discovering, identifying, restoring and preserving the heritage of Kent Island. Members work diligently so history enthusiasts can acquire

CHURCH HILL — RhythmXpress will be bringing dance magic to the Churchill Theatre as they show that “All the World’s a St...
13/12/2024

CHURCH HILL — RhythmXpress will be bringing dance magic to the Churchill Theatre as they show that “All the World’s a Stage” at 7 p.m., Wednesday, Dec. 18. This one night only program will include solo, partner and group choreography set to a variet…

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NEWARK, Del. — As winter nears, Delmarva Power is conducting essential infrastructure upgrades and maintenance to help e...
13/12/2024

NEWARK, Del. — As winter nears, Delmarva Power is conducting essential infrastructure upgrades and maintenance to help ensure reliable energy service. This proactive work includes fortifying the local energy grid and integrating innovative smart tec…

NEWARK, Del. — As winter nears, Delmarva Power is conducting essential infrastructure upgrades and maintenance to help ensure reliable energy service. This proactive work includes fortifying the local energy grid

Children attend the annual United Communities Volunteer Fire Department Breakfast with Santa, Saturday morning, Dec. 7, ...
12/12/2024

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CENTREVILLE — Three new Queen Anne’s County Board of Education members were sworn in by Clerk of the Circuit Court Kathe...
12/12/2024

CENTREVILLE — Three new Queen Anne’s County Board of Education members were sworn in by Clerk of the Circuit Court Katherine Hager Dec. 4

'Should a student's disciplinary record follow them between school districts?'
11/12/2024

'Should a student's disciplinary record follow them between school districts?'

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CENTREVILLE — The festive scents of seasonal pine and holly filled American Legion Jeff Davis Post 18 as the Queen Anne’...
11/12/2024

CENTREVILLE — The festive scents of seasonal pine and holly filled American Legion Jeff Davis Post 18 as the Queen Anne’s County Garden Club Members prepared the town with festive cheer Dec. 5.

CENTREVILLE — The festive scents of seasonal pine and holly filled American Legion Jeff Davis Post 18 as the Queen Anne’s County Garden Club Members prepared the town with festive

On Saturday, Dec. 7, Santa waved his arm and the tree lights magically lit. The seasonal event sponsored by the Historic...
11/12/2024

On Saturday, Dec. 7, Santa waved his arm and the tree lights magically lit. The seasonal event sponsored by the Historic Stevensville Arts and Entertainment District included a skit entitled “Make Sure You Wash Your Apples Before Eating Them” perfor…

On Saturday, Dec. 7, Santa waved his arm and the tree lights magically lit. The seasonal event sponsored by the Historic Stevensville Arts and Entertainment District included a skit entitled

Saturday, Dec. 7, children from the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS) in Chester, participate in a Nativ...
11/12/2024

Saturday, Dec. 7, children from the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS) in Chester, participate in a Nativity scene activity during the congregation's annual Christmas luncheon. The birth of the baby Jesus was described during the prog…

Saturday, Dec. 7, children from the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS) in Chester, participate in a Nativity scene activity during the congregation's annual Christmas luncheon. The birth

Bonded pair seek new home. Although Shelby is 14-years-old, she remains a playful and energetic companion. She and her s...
10/12/2024

Bonded pair seek new home. Although Shelby is 14-years-old, she remains a playful and energetic companion. She and her sister share a close bond, relying on each other. When they first arrived, both were withdrawn and timid. However, Shelby has sinc…

Bonded pair seek new home. Although Shelby is 14-years-old, she remains a playful and energetic companion. She and her sister share a close bond, relying on each other. When they

CHESTERTOWN – Radcliffe Creek School was recently awarded a grant from the Queen Anne’s County Mental Health Committee (...
10/12/2024

CHESTERTOWN – Radcliffe Creek School was recently awarded a grant from the Queen Anne’s County Mental Health Committee (QACMHC) to provide the School’s faculty and parent community with resources to support students with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactiv…

CHESTERTOWN – Radcliffe Creek School was recently awarded a grant from the Queen Anne’s County Mental Health Committee (QACMHC) to provide the School’s faculty and parent community with resources to

It wasn’t a prediction.
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09/12/2024

Figaro is a stunning young white and black male cat, born in May 2022. He is a super sweet and playful boy who loves to fetch his toys when you throw them! He does very well with other cats, especially with Harmonica who is his best friend. We would…

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CHESTERTOWN — Washington College’s Academy of Lifelong Learning’s (WC-ALL) invites the public to preview its spring seme...
09/12/2024

CHESTERTOWN — Washington College’s Academy of Lifelong Learning’s (WC-ALL) invites the public to preview its spring semester courses ahead of the opening of the registration portal. 2025 will kick off with a bevy of classes that cover nearly every i…

CHESTERTOWN — Washington College’s Academy of Lifelong Learning’s (WC-ALL) invites the public to preview its spring semester courses ahead of the opening of the registration portal. 2025 will kick off

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06/12/2024

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CENTREVILLE — With a number of large projects on the horizon, the county finance department provided a head-start to the...
06/12/2024

CENTREVILLE — With a number of large projects on the horizon, the county finance department provided a head-start to the budget process with an overview to the Queen Anne’s County Commissioners Nov. 26.

CENTREVILLE — With a number of large projects on the horizon, the county finance department provided a head-start to the budget process with an overview to the Queen Anne’s County

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The Bay Times was founded in Stevensville, Md., by Christopher J. and Mary Lou Rosendale in 1963. The very first edition of the Bay Times in November 1963 was a memorial edition dedicated to President John F. Kennedy, who had been shot and killed the week before. The front page consisted of a single headline – The County Mourns – and a picture of the president. Publishing the Bay Times was truly a family effort for the Rosendales. Their first office was in their back kitchen in their large, old two-story home at Love Point on Kent Island. Chris did the writing and photography; Mary Lou did all the advertising, addressing and mailing. They took turns delivering the newspaper. As soon as the Rosendale children were old enough to write they helped hand-address and stamp the newspapers before they got a second-class mail classification. The Bay Times cost 5 cents a copy in 1963 and subscriptions ran $1 a year. Ads cost 95 cents an inch. The paper started out as a tabloid then went to broadsheet, averaging 14 pages a week. (The Rosendales included an apology for the inconvenient size in the first broadsheet edition, explaining they were forced to change the size due to cost.) When the Rosendales sold the paper in 1974 to Augustine Publishing it had a paid circulation of 4,600. The Bay Times returned to its original, reader-friendly tabloid size in October 1987. It was owned for many years by Chesapeake Publishing Corp. Today, the Bay Times is owned by Adams Publishing Group. It publishes each Wednesday and has a paid circulation of about 6,000. Newsstand cost is $1.25 per issue.