After medical waste washed ashore, some Maryland beaches ‘hope to reopen’ oceanfront access within days
State and local officials at oceanfront beaches from Delaware to Virginia that closed due to medical waste washing ashore are hopeful that they could reopen to the public “in the next few days.”
Ocean City reopens beach to swimmers, surfers after medical waste cleared
Ocean City announced Friday that the beach is finally open again to surfers and swimmers. Here's all the latest information.
Needles, syringes among medical waste washing ashore on some Maryland beaches
Maryland State Parks announce Assateague State Park and other beaches are restricting ocean access after medical waste is found washing ashore.
UPDATE: Ocean City beach remains closed into Wednesday, with new update from town
The town of Ocean City added an update Wednesday to its official page stating why, as of Wednesday afternoon, the beach remains closed to swimmers.
Ocean City, Maryland, beaches close after medical waste washes ashore
Some beaches in Ocean City, Maryland, have been shut down after medical waste – including syringes and pill bottles – washed ashore. Some beaches were only closed to swimming, while others restricted all access. Authorities told beachgoers to wear shoes in the sand.
Beaches Close in Maryland, Delaware and Virginia as Needles Wash Ashore
Beachgoers were urged to stay out of the water after dozens of hypodermic needles, as well as tampon applicators and other medical waste, were found on beaches over the weekend.
Maryland is deep blue. This voting precinct may be its ‘purplest’
One County precinct that garnered the same number of votes for both Biden and Trump in 2020 is Maryland’s “purplest” voting ...
Maryland sending out mail-in ballots now, plus other key election dates to know
The Maryland SBE will send the first phase of the 2024 General Election mail-in ballots starting today. Here's what to know, ...
Why this small Maryland city is offering $20,000 to people who move here
The view of from the hill area above the city of Cumberland, Maryland on Aug 29. Cumberland has had a a bit of a growth bump, ...
Former Baltimore health commissioner, Maryland health secretary testifies in city’s opioid trial: ‘We were on the right trajectory’
Former Baltimore Health Commissioner and Maryland Health Secretary Joshua Sharfstein testified at the city’s trial against ...
Maryland Weather: Warm through Saturday, showers Sunday morning
Dry summery warmth continues through Saturday afternoon. Showers are likely Saturday evening into Sunday morning.
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Maryland Leading Investigation Into Where Washed Up Medical Debris is Coming From
Authorities are continuing to investigate the source of medical waste that washed up along Delmarva's coastline, impacting ...