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🌱 Were you at Elkton’s Union Hospital ER on August 2? Read this

Elkton, Maryland Patch AM: a 4 min read

Hi there, Elkton! We've got your morning read ready! Read on to stay connected. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • Were you at Elkton’s Union Hospital ER on August 2? Read this
  • How a new Elkton community center could change kids’ futures
  • See which Elkton students made Cecil College’s Spring Dean’s List.

Also on today's calendar: The Legacy of KBC Presents Jossapalooza 2026 and 5 more events.

Today's riddle: Why did the cookie go to the Doctor ? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Thursday: Humid; a stray p.m. t-storm, with a high of 90 and low of 73 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Friday: A t-storm around in the p.m., temps: high: 88, low: 73.
  • Saturday: A t-storm around in the p.m., with a high of 88 and low of 70 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Maryland confirms new measles case after Elkton exposure (wbal.com) — Anyone who visited ChristianaCare Union Hospital’s ER in Elkton on August 2 between 7 p.m. and 10:15 p.m. may have been exposed to measles and should monitor for symptoms for 21 days. Health officials explain who is likely protected, when to seek medical advice, and how to avoid spreading the highly contagious virus in the community.
   

• Paris Foundation Community Center begins to take shape in Elkton (somdnews.com) — A new Paris Foundation Community Center is rising in Elkton’s Hollingsworth Manor, aiming to offer after-school programs, meals, groceries, counseling, and other services to help children break cycles of poverty. Leaders hope to open by late fall but still need about $600,000 and in-kind donations like cabinets and furnishings to finish the $2.9 million project.
   

• Cecil College announces Dean's List for Spring 2026 (somdnews.com) — Dozens of Elkton students have earned a spot on Cecil College’s Spring 2026 Dean’s List, recognized for GPAs between 3.50 and 3.74. The list highlights local academic standouts from Elkton and nearby towns, celebrating both full- and part-time students who met the college’s credit and grade requirements.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Tractor Supply Company posted a job opening for Team Member in Elkton. Apply here.
  • Sandy Cove Ministries posted a job opening for Housekeeper in North East. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Elkton here.

🗞 Nearby News

North East

  • 1 Hatteras Ct Unit 20, North East, MD 21901 (redfin.com)
  • Stafford Softball Squad Reaches Semifinals of Regional Tourney (thesandpaper.net)
  • Police departments to host community events for National Night Out (wmar2news.com)

Perryville

Havre de Grace

  • GoFundMe Set Up For Kids Of Harford Co. Artist Who Passed Away (patch.com)

Ok Elkton! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Because he felt CRUMMY ! (Thank you Michelle S. for sending it in!)
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Stay in the loop with what's happening in Elkton

Never miss out on local news and events that matter to you.

Stay in the loop with what's happening in Elkton

Never miss out on local news and events that matter to you.