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Atlantic Hurricane Season in Full Swing – Delmarva Power Encourages Customers to Review Plans, Check Supplies
With the 2010 Atlantic Hurricane Season in full swing, Delmarva Power reminds customers to prepare for the possibility of tropical weather this week and the electric and gas service interruptions it can cause. The company is monitoring the progress of Hurricane Earl, which is predicted to move north, approaching the Mid-Atlantic Coast by Friday.... »
New Cecil College program provides balance; free preview Sept. 10
Under the guidance of local business advisor Norman L. Gaither, Cecil College introduces “Management Tools and Tactics for Balancing Good Leadership and Good Living.” Beginning Oct. 29, the 13-week program will provide an interactive experience-sharing and discussion platform among business professionals with the goal of providing directives to a stress-free, successful business environment and... »
New Book Finds Harmony between Work and Life by Port Deposit author…
Do you desire to find a healthy balance between your personal and professional life? In his new book, “Bringing Balance to Business and Life,” Maryland author Norman L. Gaither offers tips and strategies for the worker, manager, or executive struggling to stabilize his or her home and work lives, drawing from over 35 years... »
The Cecil County Democratic Club and Central Committee are hosting a Public Forum of Democratic Candidates
The Cecil County Democrat Club and the Cecil County Democratic Central Committee will be co-sponsoring a public forum of Democrat candidates who will represent Cecil County if elected to offices in the Maryland Senate, the Maryland House of Delegates, or the Cecil County Board of Commissioners. The event will be held 7 PM, August 23rd... »
Cecil County Office of Economic Development – Announces – Fox Business Network picks up Cecil’s Inside Business Segment for National Broadcast
The 2009 taping of the Inside Business segment featuring Cecil County as a “Rural County Going Global in a Global Economy,” has been making the rounds all summer on CNBC stations from New York to Florida. Now the program, hosted by Senator Fred Thompson, has been picked up by Fox Business Network (www.foxbusiness.com) to... »
Cecil County Residential Energy Information Meeting – Hosted by Public Service Commission and Delegate David Rudolph
Monday, August 9th 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm at the Perryville library Learn the top ten ways to reduce your home energy costs Learn about your right to choose your energy supplier to reduce costs Residential Energy Deregulation – Your Right to Choose – Representatives Maryland Public Service Commission Top ten ways to reduce your home energy costs... »
Kratovil Votes to Reform Offshore Drilling, Hold Oil Companies Accountable
CLEAR Act will fully fund Land and Water Conservation Fund; Kratovil-sponsored amendment will increase recreational access to federally protected lands for hunters and anglers. Rep. Frank Kratovil backed the CLEAR (Consolidated Land Energy and Aquatic Resources) Act, a bill to increase safety in oil and gas drilling, hold oil companies accountable for spills, and close... »
Delegate Rudolph Appointed to Maryland Tourism Development Board
Delegate David Rudolph has been appointed to the Maryland Tourism Development Board by Speaker Michael Busch of the Maryland House of Delegates. This influential group of public and private sector appointees helps promote an $11 billion hospitality and travel industry through marketing Maryland as a premiere destination for travelers. Studies show that every dollar... »
Voter Registration Information – Get Out & Vote!
Close of Primary Election Registration & Change of Registration for Party Affiliation August 24th 8:00 a.m. till 9:00 p.m. Close of General Election Registration Tuesday October 12th 8:00 till 9:00 p.m. Early Voting for Primary at Cecil County Administration Building (Elk Room) 10:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. September 3rd through September 9th and Labor Day Monday September 6th No Early... »
Kratovil Backs Bill to Help Small Businesses and US Manufacturers Create Jobs
Rep. Frank Kratovil backed the US Manufacturing Enhancement Act, a tariff adjustment bill that will help U.S. manufacturers compete at home and abroad by reducing duties on intermediate materials used in the production process when these materials are not made domestically or opposed by domestic producers. The bill, which is strongly supported by diverse... »
