Richmond Fire Department will receive nearly a million dollars to provide fire protection next year for Wayne Township and Spring Grove. During its Aug. 27 meeting, the city’s Board of Public Works and Safety approved separate contracts with the township and town. Wayne Township will pay RFD $845,609 in four payments, and Spring Grove will […]
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8 share mixed bag of food violations, corrections
Eight establishments were cited for violations in the latest food inspection report. Some violations were corrected the day of inspection, while others received up to two months to correct more difficult issues. Violations Follow-Up No Violations Cambridge City: Pizza 3.14; Winding Branch Golf Course Centerville: Dollar General Hagerstown: Hagerstown Little League Concessions Richmond: Bethel Food […]
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Plan completes Garwood Acres
A Richmond developer plans to complete an east-side subdivision 45 years after six lots were left undeveloped. Smarrelli General Contractor submitted a site plan with five homes, a cul-de-sac and detention basin in the Garwood Acres third phase. The plan accompanied a petition to vacate the six-lot plat approved in 1981. During its Aug. 26 […]
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‘Beautiful gesture’
From the mouths of babes come words of comfort and friendship. One Wayne County elementary sent cheerful messages to a neighboring school after recent flooding. Students from preschool through sixth grade at Hagerstown Elementary School wrote notes to their peers at Western Wayne Elementary School in Cambridge City to let them know they were in […]
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120-year-old lamps stolen
Richmond Police Department and the Reid Center are seeking clues after the two original 1906 metal lamps at the entrance to the historic Richmond landmark were reported stolen. The lamps had been visible outside the Reid Center, 1004 N. A St., Richmond, along the North 11th street side. According to a news release, board members […]
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Paul Lingle honored as RHS Distinguished Alumnus
The Red Devils will honor one of their own at this month’s homecoming festivities. Business owner and philanthropist Paul Lingle is Richmond High School Alumni Association’s 2026 Distinguished Alumnus, and he will serve as the grand marshal for RHS’ Homecoming parade on Sept. 9. RHSAA members surprised Lingle with the honor in June and will […]
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Levi Coffin House honors Underground Railroad Month
Fountain City’s Levi Coffin House will commemorate a personal milestone and an annual observance with several activities this September. As the historic site marks its 200th anniversary, it also celebrates International Underground Railroad Month. According to a press release, Underground Railroad Month was first observed in 2019 in Maryland. It has since been celebrated in […]
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9/11 tribute honors first responders
Several Wayne County first responders are marking the 25th anniversary of the Sept. 11, 2001, terror attacks by sharing the impact of that day on their careers. The Reid Center is planning a free public event, called “Ashes to Angels: A Celebration Honoring First Responders,” from 7-8:30 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 12, at The Reid Center, […]
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Partnership aims to reduce chronic absenteeism
One Wayne County school district, police department and prosecutor’s office have announced they’re strengthening connections in hopes of reducing chronic student absenteeism before legal action is needed. In an Aug. 25 statement, Wayne County Prosecutor’s Office, Richmond Community Schools and Richmond Police Department announced they’d share attendance data, coordinate notifications and support services for families, […]
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Gifts help town replace equipment
As it works through flood recovery, Cambridge City’s council is testing the message on council President Jim McLane’s shirt: “The current was strong but Cambridge City was stronger.” Council conducted a special meeting Monday, Aug. 24, to accept donations, discuss the town hall’s future and begin replacing equipment. They also shared gratitude for the many […]