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Salisbury, Maryland Patch AM: a 5 min read

Greetings Salisbury! We’re your go-to source for what’s happening in town. Read on to get plugged in! ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • How your kids can eat, play, and stay busy free
  • Why Salisbury may quietly be Maryland’s best budget retirement bet
  • What regional police chiefs told lawmakers at Salisbury’s safety luncheon

Also on today's calendar: The GovCon Summer Soiree - Federal Contractors NETWORKING EVENT.

Today's riddle: What do sweet potatoes wear to bed? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Friday: Humid; a stray p.m. t-storm, with a high of 97 and low of 70 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Saturday: Mostly sunny; hot, less humid, temps: high: 90, low: 64.
  • Sunday: An afternoon t-storm; hot, with a high of 92 and low of 69 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Kids Recreation Programs Return to Salisbury this Summer (wmdt.com) — Free summer recreation is expanding for Salisbury kids, with the Game On! program returning to Lake Street Playground and adding Doverdale Park, plus daily free lunches in partnership with Wicomico County Public Schools. From July 1 to August 14, children can enjoy weekday games, activities, and meals, along with added hours and lunches at the Newton Community Center and a June 30 kickoff celebration at both playgrounds.
   

2. Free Great Train Robbery show postponed for second time in Salisbury (delmarvanow.com) — Salisbury is highlighted as a rare Maryland city where a $1,200 monthly retirement budget can still cover comfortable living, thanks to affordable housing, everyday shopping, and strong public resources. The piece spotlights downtown Salisbury, the City Park and Zoo, Wicomico Public Library, the riverwalk, TidalHealth Peninsula Regional, Salisbury University, the Ward Museum, and The Centre at Salisbury as reasons the city works well for budget-conscious retirees.
   

3. Public Safety and Community Trust Take Center Stage at Salisbury Law Enforcement Luncheon (wmdt.com) — Public safety leaders from across Delmarva gathered in Salisbury today for the Salisbury Area Chamber of Commerce’s annual Law Enforcement Luncheon, focusing on trust between police, lawmakers, and residents. Chiefs, sheriffs, and Maryland Sen. Mary Beth Carozza discussed how Eastern Shore perspectives should shape state legislation, especially around emerging issues like artificial intelligence and community safety priorities.
   

4. Appellate Court of Maryland: VEQ clause, unreasonable risk of harm, redevelopment (thedailyrecord.com) — Maryland’s appellate court upheld a state board’s rejection of a contractor’s claim for extra payment, but revived a negligence lawsuit over a vehicle crash into a Salisbury CVS, finding a jury should decide if the parking layout posed unreasonable risk. The court also affirmed Montgomery County approvals for a contested redevelopment near the Forest Glen Metro station.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • We are so happy we moved here from Harford County.
    The complex is clean, well maintained and has a wonderful pool. There are 2 ponds that attract geese and ducks, a very nice dog park and so far very… (Nextdoor Mill Pond Village)
  • I can't afford to post for help with my yard, but I will offer what I can for someone to rake or leaf blow the leaves to the back of the house into the wooded area.
    I am retired, I'm 79, with some nagging medical issues with my legs and some other things. My wife is trying to continue to work. I do as much as I… (Nextdoor Glaston Bury / West Rd)
  • Wicomico County Public Schools posted a job opening for Custodian I in Salisbury. Apply here.
  • Sam's Club posted a job opening for Stocking Team Associate in Salisbury. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Salisbury here.

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-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Yammies! (Thank you Lynda S. for sending it in!)
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