Talbot public schools win PBIS awards
EASTON — Maryland schools were recently recognized for achieving success with school-wide Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports (PBIS) systems during the 2019-2020 school year.
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Submitting items for the religion page
The Star Democrat welcomes articles and calendar submissions for the Friday religion page.
Talbot Empty Bowls launches 13th season
EASTON — In February 2020, the Talbot County Empty Bowls volunteers held the 12th annual fundraising dinner to benefit local organizations that provide food for those in need. Each of 10 food pantries received $3,979 from the 2020 dinner, bringing…
Haven Ministries receives over $18K from Spunkwear
KENT ISLAND — Spunkwear, a local apparel company based on Kent Island, had to pivot its business last spring with the arrival of COVID-19. Sheilah Ruppert, the founder of Spunkwear, got creative and designed a new line of face masks…
Frey: Charismatic bishop with a big voice and a big family
Episcopal bishops in the 1980s were already used to urgent calls from journalists seeking comments on issues ranging from gay priests to gun control, from female bishops to immigration laws, from gender-free liturgies to abortion rights.
Applications open for 2021 Keep Maryland Beautiful grants
The State of Maryland in partnership with the Forever Maryland Foundation is now accepting applications for the annual Keep Maryland Beautiful grants program.
Liquidating a household
Dear Mary: You have a great column! I learn something new from it every day. My problem is finding a source to determine the value of furniture, books, jewelry and collectibles. My 95-year-old mother is quickly reaching a point where…
Rotarians sponsor letter campaign to veterans
ST. MICHAELS — The Rotary Club of St. Michaels participated in Maryland’s Day to Serve campaign on Wednesday, Oct. 7, by writing thank you cards to the residents of Charlotte Hall Veterans Home in Charlotte Hall, Maryland.
'It's really been a blessing to do this'
As executive director, Bonnie Elward did so much at Southern Maryland Community Resources that it’s no wonder her position was filled by two people after she stepped down on Sept. 30.
Financial freedom
My life changed radically about 28 years ago when I came clean about my relationship with money. I broke my self-imposed gag order and told the whole world about my struggle with a debilitating spending problem. At the time, I…
Pathways Grant Program launches second year of funding awards
BALTIMORE — The Maryland Center for History and Culture has announced the fiscal year 2021 funding cycle of the Pathways Grant Program.
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