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this is so GDMF ironic, it sucks. there was one little skeet that started off the saga leading to #this #mdwx #EasternShoreMD #tornadowarning #TalbotCounty #weather #extremeweather

we experienced our first #tornado ever. a teeny-tiny #tornadooutbreak, a precursor to future severe storms
July 30, 2026 at 9:30 PM
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Opinion: Team Talbot Are Five Neighbors Ready to Lead on Day One - Talbot Spy
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August 31, 2026 at 6:21 PM
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Dan Schwartz warns that the AI industry cannot self-regulate and calls for federal legislation to ensure accountability and protect public safety.

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Schwartz says AI needs federal floor and state authority, criticizes industry self-regulation
Dan Schwartz told the Rabbi's Roundtable that AI companies are writing their own rules and that Congress should set a regulatory floor while preserving states' ability to build on it.
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September 21, 2026 at 5:47 PM
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792. Easton, Talbot County (MD12)

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October 19, 2023 at 12:47 PM
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Local nonprofits in Maryland's 1st District are facing a funding crisis, struggling to meet politicized grant conditions that threaten essential services for the community.

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Candidate says federal grant conditions and NIH cuts hurting Eastern Shore nonprofits
On the Rabbi's Roundtable, Dan Schwartz said nonprofits on the Eastern Shore struggle to access federal grants because of politicized conditions and alleged cuts to NIH cancer research funding, urging electoral change to reverse those trends.
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September 21, 2026 at 5:49 PM
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Dan Schwartz is shaking up Maryland's 1st Congressional District with bold priorities like AI oversight and tackling rising antisemitism—find out how he plans to flip the House!

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Dan Schwartz lays out campaign priorities in Easton interview
Dan Schwartz, Democratic nominee for Maryland's 1st Congressional District, discussed nonprofit grant access, AI regulation, antisemitism and campaign strategy on the Rabbi's Roundtable, and announced a League of Women Voters debate in Cambridge on Oct. 13.
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September 21, 2026 at 5:48 PM
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Dan Schwartz raises alarm over rising antisemitism in America, urging community action against local hate incidents and calling for U.S. leadership that supports peace in the Middle East.

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Candidate highlights rise in antisemitism and local incidents on Easton radio program
Dan Schwartz described concerns about growing antisemitism, named a local student leader he said raised alarm and urged community responses; he also called for U.S. leadership supportive of a two-state solution on Israel-Palestine.
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September 21, 2026 at 5:50 PM
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Today I went to St. Luke’s Methodist Church in Saint Michaels Maryland to view a film about Frederick Douglass entitled “Bear Me Into Freedom #FrederickDouglass #July5thSpeech #4thOfJuly #TalbotCounty #ThisIsAmerica #BlackSky #Maryland #EasternShore
July 5, 2026 at 2:00 AM
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The signs are up!
Early Voting begins tomorrow, June 11, and runs through June 18, from 7am–8pm at the Easton Volunteer Fire Department Bingo Hall.

Here's your ticket: talbotblue.org

#TalbotBlue #EarlyVoting #TalbotCounty #Vote2026
June 11, 2026 at 2:52 AM
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got its supply warehouse hit and the church has already mobilized to begin helping the family behind this lifegiving, vision-giving organization, begin cleaning up. It's bad bad bad #mdwx #EasternShoreMD #tornado #TalbotCounty
Global Vision 2020: We Have the Solution
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July 29, 2026 at 7:41 PM
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Exciting developments are underway at the new Regional Medical Center in Talbot County, with innovative geothermal plans and a target opening date of mid-2028!

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Shore Regional Health updates Talbot County on new Regional Medical Center, targets mid‑2028 opening
University of Maryland Shore Regional Health leaders told the Talbot County Council that construction of the new Regional Medical Center is underway, highlighted geothermal heating/cooling plans and workforce recruitment, and said operational changes are already easing emergency-department flow.
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December 25, 2025 at 4:37 PM
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Maryland Environmental Service is making significant changes to landfill operations and recycling programs—find out how it affects you!

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Maryland Environmental Service reports landfill plans, FY26 tipping fee and recycling program changes to Talbot County Council
Maryland Environmental Service told the Talbot County Council on Nov. 4 that FY26 tipping fees will be $71.50 per ton, brush will be $46.50 and a $5/ton leachate surcharge will begin Jan. 1, 2026, while MES outlined landfill-capacity plans and recycling program adjustments.
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November 12, 2025 at 3:56 AM
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Talbot County Council takes a step back on sewer reclassification requests after public outcry for thorough evaluations and adherence to existing policies.

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Council tables multiple sewer reclassification requests after public commenters cite prior policy criteria
The council opened hearings on Resolutions 387–391 to reclassify parcels to S1 priority status; Resolution 387 (801 Port St.) was adopted, but after public comment and staff discussion the council tabled the remaining reclassification requests (Resolutions 388–391) and referred them to the Public Works Advisory Board for further review and additional environmental and policy documentation.
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January 15, 2026 at 9:11 AM
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Talbot Humane is embarking on an exciting journey to create a community-centered shelter that promises to transform animal welfare in Talbot County with modern veterinary services and training spaces.

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Talbot Humane says new community shelter is underway, says county covers 30% of animal-control funding
Patty Quimby, executive director of Talbot Humane, told an Avalon audience that Talbot Humane is beginning work on a new community-focused shelter, and that about 30% of the nonprofit’s budget comes from Talbot County to fund animal control, with the remainder raised through donations and partnerships.
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March 7, 2026 at 11:30 PM
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Talbot County is taking a major step forward by advancing a new ordinance that could unlock $730,000 for community programs funded by cannabis revenue!

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Council advances county ordinance to set up local Cannabis Community Reinvestment and Repair Fund; moves bill to third reader
Talbot County Council voted to advance Bill 16‑20, which would create a Community Reinvestment and Repair Special Revenue Fund and a county commission to allocate state cannabis reinvestment funds. Council authorized third reader to enable the county to begin using roughly $730,000 it already has received from the state once the ordinance is in law
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October 25, 2025 at 5:21 PM
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A heartfelt thank you to Talbot County for a wonderful meet-and-greet!

Your stories and insights truly matter. Can't wait to return!

#TalbotCounty #EasternShore #Maryland #LocalCommunityFirst #SonyaDunn

Authorized by: Sonya Dunn for Maryland, Britney M. Garrett, Treasurer
September 12, 2026 at 7:01 PM
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Talbot County is taking a bold step toward addressing economic disparities with a new Community Repair and Reinvestment Fund draft plan aimed at boosting housing stability and child development.

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Talbot County holds public hearing on CRRF distribution plan; public record left open
Talbot Family Network presented a draft distribution plan for Maryland’s Community Repair and Reinvestment Fund focused on economic stability, housing stability and child development; council kept the public record open and will return the plan for approval Sept. 22 after further state guidance.
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September 11, 2026 at 2:36 PM
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Talbot County Council has officially endorsed Mitchell Behavioral Health as the core service agency for FY27, paving the way for vital mental health support across the region.

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Talbot County Council endorses Mitchell Behavioral Health as regional core service agency for FY27
Mitchell Behavioral Health presented regional behavioral‑health statistics and programs and the council approved a letter endorsing the agency to continue as the county’s core service agency for fiscal 2027.
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July 15, 2026 at 4:15 AM
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Talbot County Council is making big moves on infrastructure with a series of capital bills and vital appointments to enhance community services!

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Council moves a slate of infrastructure and capital bills to third reader; approves purchases and appointments
At a joint public hearing the council read and moved bills 16‑28 through 16‑50 to third reader, approved multiple procurement and appointment requests, and recorded several unanimous roll‑call votes.
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July 15, 2026 at 4:19 AM
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A local resident is sounding the alarm on surveillance technology and environmental threats, urging the council to take action against Flock cameras and new data centers.

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Resident urges removal of Flock cameras and calls for limits on data centers; council member proposes study
A resident spoke at public comment urging the county to remove Flock license‑plate readers, end related contracts, oppose new data centers and the seaplane base, and expand environmental protections; a council member flagged a proposed data‑center moratorium and task force.
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July 15, 2026 at 4:18 AM
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Maryland Environmental Services reveals rising gate fees for FY27, but a thriving recycling program is keeping costs competitive for residents.

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County hears MES update as gate fees rise; recycling program buoyed by commodity prices
Maryland Environmental Services told the council that gate fees and certain surcharges will increase in FY27, while the Midshore Regional Recycling Program remains solvent largely because commodity revenues improved; MES also described transfer‑station tonnages and a new Centerville drop‑off site.
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July 2, 2026 at 4:52 PM
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Talbot County's airport is gearing up for a major transformation with a new runway shift and a $7.4 million federal grant application in the works!

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Talbot County airport managers outline runway shift, submit $7.4M FAA grant and flag $3M congressional earmark
Airport officials told the county council that a multi‑year modernization program is entering major construction phases, including electrical upgrades and a 1,900‑foot runway shift; they said a $7.4 million federal grant application was filed and a $3 million congressional appropriation is pending.
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July 2, 2026 at 4:51 PM
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Unconscious Person - #TalbotCounty
Maiden Point Court - Easton, MD

EMS Units have been dispatched to Maiden Point Court for a person who is unconscious.

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🔹 Reported that this is the result of a fainting.

⏱️Incident Time: Saturday, April 4, 2026 at 7:35 AM
April 4, 2026 at 11:45 AM
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Odor Investigation - #TalbotCounty
Cobbs Point Road - Trappe, MD

-Firefighters have been dispatched to Cobbs Point Road for an odor investigation.

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🔹 Reported to be the odor of gas in a residence.

⏱️Incident Time: Apr 2, 2026 - 11:30 AM
April 2, 2026 at 3:47 PM
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Traumatic Injury - #TalbotCounty
Oxford Road - Oxford, MD

-EMS Units have been dispatched to Oxford Road for a traumatic injury.

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🔹 Reported that a person has an ankle injury.

⏱️Incident Time: Mar 29, 2026 - 6:50 PM
March 29, 2026 at 10:55 PM