The Port Deposit Blog

SOMETHING GOOD HAPPENS TO THE WINCHESTER HOTEL

2007-06-24T21:12:00.000-05:00

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high and dry said...

IT'S ABOUT TIME THAT SOMETHING GOOD HAPPENS TO THE WINCHESTER HOTEL'
IT DESERVES IT.

THE FORMER ESTABLISHMENT DIDN'T REALLY HAVE WHAT IT TOOK TO STAND UP FOR THE GOOD NAME. IT SLOWLY FESTERD INTO A HANGOUT FOR LOW LIFEDRUG DEALERS,
PLEASE EXCUSE THE WORDING AS THERE WERE RESPECTABLE PATRONS AND THEY KNOW WHO THEY ARE. THE PROPRIETERS EVENTUALLY FELL TO THE DARKSIDE OF ONE OF THE TOWNS BIGGEST PROBLEMS, ALLOWING LOW LIFE DRUG DEALERS TO HANG AND DISTRIBUTE DRUGS.
PROFIT AT ANY COSTS! GREED AND STUPIDITY GROWS RAMPADE WHEN MONEY IS INVOLVED ESPECIALLY WITH PREVIOUS PROPRIETERS.

KUDOS TO THE BUILDINGS OWNER FOR RECOGNIZING THAT THERE WAS ABOUT TO BE A UGLY SITUATION BREWING.

ANY COMMENTS?
GOOD LUCK TO WHOEVER REOPENS THIS PLACE ' HOPE THEY DO IT JUSTICE

When grass grows on Main Street

2007-05-30T19:01:00.000-05:00

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When Grass Grows on Main Street.

Please create a new Post
As a fundamental rule we as citizens should not let grass grow on Main Street (the sidewalks).
There also should be an ordinance on this that the town fathers must also abide.

Our lovely town always looks like it needs a shave
Or our day has passed

Just look at the Tome Steps by Town Hall.
The corner of High Street and Main Street.
Many of the yards throughout town and the sidewalks that links them in the North end.

My name is not Important

Pennsylvania Speeders

2007-05-11T06:54:00.000-05:00

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How about a topic
"If you have Pennsylvania Tags you are probably speeding!"

The odd of this being true better than anything in Vegas or AC .

Barney Fife

Congratulations to the New Mayor and Council

2007-05-11T06:43:00.000-05:00

Congratulations,
to those who selflessly stepped up to the plate and are on the town's team.

Feel free to express opinions and comments (hopefully positive)
on any side of issues to those who can shape our town in the next several years.

Trains in Town

2007-04-18T07:30:00.000-05:00

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Trains in Town

Dear Sir:
We would like to offer an opinion on an issue which affects the quality of life with in our humble hamlet.

That would be the inexcusable practice of Norfolk Southern parking unattended running trains within town limits for hours and days on end.

We believe that most in town are familiar with this problem;
we also believe most are familiar with our town’s government lacking the courage to do anything about it. We would suggest that the town pass an ordinance making it a crime for anyone or any entity to run an internal combustion engine with in town limits for more than 4 consecutive hours.
We would then send a certified copy of this ordinance to the Norfolk Southern manager of the Port road line.
After said warning if a train were to be parked and ran past the established time limit we would then instruct the Chief of police to arrest the crew of said train, when they show up.

This WILL get Norfolk Southern attention, as it is clear that they at present have no intention of being a good corporate neighbor.

Now if our town fathers would just have the cajones to do some thing about it.

I am your humble servant,

Amicus Publicus

PS
If you feel it appropriate please do start a new topic thread for comment on the train issue.

The Town needs a good Spring Cleaning!

2007-04-18T07:27:00.000-05:00

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We need a good Spring Town Cleaning!

Where are town limits?
Who is responsible for cleaning the sides of the roads?

The trash on the side of the roads in and out of Port Deposit is horrible.
Old tires, paper, plastic bags, aluminum cans and what else who knows.

But when you drive past it makes us look like we are uncaring.
(I replaced my stronger words)

RiverRat

Do you think that a marquis in town celebrating the next town event may enhance turnouts?

2007-04-15T19:09:00.000-05:00

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Hello,
I read someone’s comment on the April 14th chili-fest that many town folks either did not know about or just did not stop by to support. I did hear though that it was a success but not as many people as in past years.For me, I just did not know until the last minute and had other plans.As well the canceled Port-Fest which this year needed helpers.I was unaware of this too.

My Topic is this:
Do you think that a marquis in town celebrating the next town event may enhance turnouts?

- This is separate from the Marina Park sign which never changes -- and if you are from in town tend to ignore since you see it all the time.so that the sign either has the next town event or is open.

-LovemyPort

Name your topic

2007-04-13T16:28:00.000-05:00

Just ask a question or make a statement to invite further commentary

We will add your Comments as New threads

re-posting your comment verbatim.

You can be anonymous -but you have to adopt a handle
(any name you like)
so that you become the moderator of that thread.

Feel free to ask any questions too.

Port Deposit Crime Stoppers

2007-04-03T06:49:00.000-05:00

This has become a hot Blog topic of late...

We have been in consultation with the Port Deposit Police Chief to address the concerns of citizens who wish to assist by posting information on a Blog..

PLEASE DO NOT POST INFORMATION ABOUT CRIME IN THIS BLOG!

We have created another Blog which is being tested to insure a double blind comment structure.

This will enable posters to write the Police Chief Anonymously,
as well only the Chief will be able to read the comments.

So that that those doing the Crime(s)
cannot read about it online and be warned.

The Port Deposit Crime Stoppers Blog link will be posted when ready

You can comment to this post, but please say nothing directly as people or situation
as investigations could be affected as well for the safety of our community

Thank you for the suggestions
we value posting relevant threads on topics you suggest.

-PortDeposit.Com

April 07 Citizen of the month

2007-04-03T06:43:00.000-05:00

Please post comment on this month which citizens whom have made difference in our community and why.

It is OK just to enter a persons or groups name,
but it is more important post a reason why
they have made a difference in the community.

The Citizen for this post will be announced at the end of April 07

General Comments

2007-03-31T06:30:00.000-05:00

Per blogger request,

An open Post for general comments.

Why are you NOT running for office?

2007-03-28T06:58:00.000-05:00

Since curently there is a lack of Candidates to fill the ballots
and there appears to be no competitive races

So, why are you NOT running for office?

Too, maybe you believe that all is well and this is ok.

Have your say.
Please keep it civil and constructive.

Port Deposit Citizen of the Month

2007-03-26T15:16:00.000-05:00

Port Deposit is a town bonded by our citizen volunteers.
That is what makes this town more Mayberry then other towns .

We are a community of volunteers
Whether donating time for a church, a non-profit or are part of our local government process; most of this effort is donated time for the greater good of the community.

"Oh but you should get paid!"
We often do things selflessly,
we do not want fuss or praise... not really,
but we pour our heart into the effort.

For whatever reason we do something, the reward or payment for our efforts is often not realized at the moment of our deed, but usually days or even years later
when we know that we made a difference
in someone’s life or helped weave the fabric of our community.

There is nothing wrong for being recognized for your efforts
and for those who have gone before donating their time and effort.

A belated thank you from us.

Now We now proudly announce ...
The Port Deposit
Citizen of the Month

Next Month, April ,
the list of possible candidates
can be submitted by anyone public or anonymous
here on this Blog.
Please give a reason why, as many too good deeds go unnoticed.
We will post the results of the person or group each month you submit

-PortDeposit.com

Question and Answer

2007-03-19T18:33:00.000-05:00

In this post you can ask all things related to Port Deposit, Maryland

We will attempt to reply in a timely manner
by asking those in the know what is the real deal.

Currently the Historical Questions and Answers are on this link

thank you
-PortDeposit.com

Port Deposits Favorite Festivals and Events

2007-03-14T16:15:00.000-05:00

Promote your favorite
Port Deposit Festival or Event Here

*No limitations on the compliments or honest comments
tell your story!

Ragin' on the River -Labor Day Weekend
Poker Run Crab Feast -in August
Chile Cook off -April
Candlelight Walking Tour first Saturday in December
And this Summers Special treat, a re-enactment of
Captain John Smiths 400th Anniversary Tour (1608)
of the Chesapeake Bay and the Susquehanna River
on July 21, 2007

Drunks of Port Deposit

2007-03-10T00:28:00.000-05:00

Per request the topic is now open.

Express your opinons..
but please keep it sober
use creative ways to say your mind

• Speed Violator Log

2007-02-26T13:16:00.002-05:00

Per your request,

Here is a place to document those who travel in excessive speed on our Main Street
Obviously,
no one has a speed gun to know the exact speed, so be fair.

Please list the following:

Date and Time
License plate number
and of course your comments on what you observed

...as well go ahead and disagree!
the real goal is try to slow traffic down
so that we never have a tragedy.

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• Positive Comments

2007-02-24T17:57:00.000-05:00

PortDeposit.com thanks you in advance
for your comments on our town.

To our visitors...
Hopefully you felt welcomed, that is something very Port Deposit
We take pride in saying hello and showing off our village.

As well if you are local...
Go ahead and say some thing you like about our town or your neighbors...
Honest compliments feel good!

Thank you.

Add your Comment Here

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• I want to VENT

2007-02-24T17:52:00.000-05:00

Here it's ok to say what you may...
Let it out and live longer (with less stress)

Hopefully any rumors will be extinguished
by the truth.

Please no direct slanderous comments...
there are other ways to say the same thing... be creative

But let it out...

Post your VENTING Here

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• Mayor and Council Election 2007

2007-02-22T17:35:00.000-05:00

Our issue are numerous.
Our challenge is large and requires dedication.
Our needs are great our budget is modest
In the next 4 years this town could radically change due to growth!

State what is on your mind without fear...
as all comments can be anonymous

Add a comment on what you call an issue
And it will be added to this post

The time to get involved is today... have your say!

• What kind of town do we want?

2007-02-22T17:18:00.000-05:00

There are some facts that are undeniable

We are a River town with access to the Water (that attracts visitors)
We are in a Revival (albeit it has been a slow start up to a year ago...)
We are more of a Destination than of a Starting Point for Travelors
Port's charm makes it easy to call it home
The Town was designed with the pedestian in mind -- can it support increased the traffic?

There is a big discussion that is continuous in our Village.
It will only increase in the upcoming election

Do we want to promote business or promote Residential?
Can the two co-exist?
Do we really have a parking problem? or as some say a Parking Attitude.

The forum is open for all side to give opinons
If this post needs additional questions added to it... please advise

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• Ideas to Improve Life in Port

2007-02-22T15:59:00.000-05:00

Add anything comment you like to this post
nothing too rude, but honesty is very appropriate.

"Sometimes the best medicine is bitter to taste. "

What could or should be done to improve the Quality of life in for Citizens and Visitors to Our Town ?

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• Welcome to the Port Deposit Blog

2007-02-22T10:40:00.000-05:00

The purpose of this Blog is to enable a lively discourse on all things related to Port Deposit

State what is on your mind without fear...
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As well get it off your chest what you like or may be bothering you!

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