LoonAsea announces grand opening date in Essex

ESSEX, MD—LoonAsea has announced a grand opening date in Essex. The former River Watch Restaurant & Marina was purchased by the owners of Looney’s last year.  This will mark the popular chain’s fifth location, with the others being in Perry Hall, Bel Air, Maple Lawn (Howard County), and College Park. LoonAsea will open on Thursday, June 20, 2024. “LoonAsea Maryland […]

River Watch Restaurant to become LoonAsea Maryland, owned by Looney’s Pub

UPDATE: A grand opening for LoonAsea date has been announced. Original story below… ESSEX, MD—A familiar Essex restaurant is changing ownership – as well as its name. River Watch Restaurant & Marina will soon become LoonAsea Maryland after being purchased by the owners of the popular Looney’s chain. This will mark Looney’s fifth location, with the others being in Perry […]

Boat fire reported in Essex

ESSEX, MD—Crews are on the scene of a Friday afternoon boat fire in Essex. The fire was reported at around 1 p.m. near Nanticoke Road (21221). Arriving units found smoke showing from a 40-foot boat in the water. All occupants are reportedly off of the boat at this time. There has been no word on any injuries.