Cumberland — Ash borer traps to be distributed in counties
CUMBERLAND — As part of a national survey for the emerald ash borer, the Maryland Department of Agriculture will begin hanging 4,000 triangular purple insect traps in ash trees statewide, up from 2,500 last year.
Surveys are crucial to understanding the emerald ash borer’s impact in Maryland and determining the best course of action. This year, the battle to stop the spread of the emerald ash borer will include more intensive surveys in Western Maryland and on the Eastern Shore. Additionally, MDA will use systemic insecticides to treat selected trees in and around the known infested area and will release beneficial wasps at selected sites.
The highest density of purple traps will be in the areas where emerald ash borer has been found in Prince George’s County and Charles County. The emerald ash borer was transported to Prince George’s County on an illegal shipment of ash trees from Michigan in 2003.
For more information, log on to www.StopTheBeetle.info. To report signs of dying ash trees, contact the MDA at (410) 841-5920.
Allegany High to dismiss early for semifinal game
CUMBERLAND — Allegany High School will dismiss three hours early Friday to allow students, faculty and staff to attend the Maryland Public Secondary Schools Athletic Association boys basketball semifinal game at the University of Maryland College Park Comcast Center.
The Campers will face Dunbar of Baltimore at 3 p.m.
A team sendoff will be held Friday at 9:45 a.m. in the school gym. Parents and fans may attend.
Westernport water to be shut off today
WESTERNPORT — The town of Westernport will turn the water off in Franklin-Brophytown for a short period of time today while the contractor works on its Main Street project.
The water will also be shut off on Main Street Extended. When the water is turned back on, residents in the area of Wood and Waverly streets and the other areas may experience discolored water. The water can be run to help it clear up.
Alternative cooking class Saturday in Oakland
OAKLAND — Tell the Ham to Scram! Alternative Easter Dinners will be held Saturday at the Southern Garrett Rescue Squad Hall.
Class will begin at 9 a.m. and conclude with a sample meal for all participants at noon. A fee will be charged. To register, contact Sarah Friend at (301) 387-3069 or sarah.friend@garrettcollege.edu.
