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Doctor’s Perspective- Snake oil

May 28th, 2026|Categories: HEALTH|

By Dr. Anthony Policastro In the 1800’s, Chinese laborers introduced snake oil to the United States. It was an oil made from the Chinese water snake. It contained omega-3 fatty acids. These could help reduce inflammation. For that reason, some people found it to be beneficial. However, there was another group of individuals who found it to be profitable. They created their own versions of useless oils. These oils were touted to be cure-alls for just about any illness. The most common ingredients included beef fat, mineral oil and alcohol. They were often sold as part of a traveling stage show performance. After the performers would get a [...]

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CHURCH

Melson Methodist Church Ice Cream Social

May 28th, 2026|Categories: CHURCH|

The Melson Methodist Church Ice Cream Social will take place on June 27 from 1 p.m. till at 32704 Melson Rd. in Delmar, Md. There will be hand-cranked ice cream in six flavors and other homemade desserts, oyster sandwiches by the King family, chicken salad, burgers, hot dogs, peas and dumplings, and auction baskets too!

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OBITS

Joanna Sue Fuller, 92

Joanna Sue Fuller of Laurel passed away peacefully on May 13, 2026. Jo was born on Feb. 19, 1934, in Denton, North Carolina to the late James Hal Snider and Burtrice Snider. She attended Catawba [...]

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