Delaware Teacher of the Year announced
DELAWARE - The state of Delaware recently announced its 2020 Teacher of the Year. On Friday, Governor John Carney announced that Rebecca Vitelli from the Colonial School District is Delaware's 2020 State…
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Del. teacher recognized as Educational Support Professional of the Year
SELBYVILLE, Del. - For the first time in the state of Delaware, a teacher has been recognized as the educational support professional of the year. On Thursday, the Indian River School District…
Del. middle school recognized for becoming a Special Olympics Unified Champion School
CAMDEN-WYOMING, Del. - A Delaware middle school is being recognized for their efforts in becoming a Special Olympics Unified Champion School. In just two short years, F. Niel Postlethwait Middle School has…
OC American Legion celebrates oldest member's birthday
BERLIN, Md. - The Ocean City American Legion Post is celebrating their oldest member's birthday. On September 16th, Major John Andrews celebrated his 101st birthday in a Berlin nursing home, but since…
Chincoteague Police help celebrate boy's birthday
CHINCOTEAGUE, Va. - The Chincoteague Police Department recently helped celebrate a young boy's birthday. 7-year-old Bryan White Jr. has a chromosomal disorder, which causes him to have problems with impulse control. His…
Worcester Co. students and teachers clean up community
BERLIN, Md. - Some Worcester County students and teachers took it upon themselves to clean up the community. On Twitter, the Stephen Decatur High School Seahawks thanked their teachers and students for…
Local family donates to Worcester Co. Humane Society
BERLIN, Md. - The Worcester County Humane Society is thanking the Ewanico family for their recent donations to the animal shelter. On their Facebook page, they posted a photo, along with a…
North Dorchester High School receives donation from local Elks Lodge
CAMBRIDGE, Md. - One Dorchester County organization is helping make sure a high school's athletic department is successful. On Monday, the Elks Lodge #1272 gave a generous check to the Eagles at…
Del. First Lady presents Seaford School District Supervisor of Nutrition with award
SEAFORD, Del. - Delaware First Lady Tracey Quillen Carney presented the school district's Supervisor of Nutrition Bill Mengel with his First Chance Award. First Chance Award recipients consist of leaders and teams…
Snow Hill Middle School Principal recognized for National Principals Month
SNOW HILL, Md. -Worcester County School leaders are celebrating National Principals Month by recognizing one of their own. On Monday, Worcester County Public Schools thanked Snow Hill Middle School Principal Dr. Cooper.…
Shepherd's Office receives generation donation
GEORGETOWN, Del. - A Delaware charity organization will be able to continue feeding residents in need thanks to a generous donation. The Sheperd's Office is thanking the Discover Church for donating 40…
Worcester Co. Veterans Memorial Foundation receives donation
OCEAN CITY, Md. - One organization in Worcester County is donating money to advance education on the Veteran's Memorial. On Friday, the President of Ocean City Chapter 1091 of Vietnam Veterans of…
Homeless man receives bike
GEORGETOWN, Del. - A homeless man recently received a bike to help him get around. James Simpson is homeless and carless and was reportedly hoping to get a bike. The Sheperd's Office…
Md. Comptroller presents award to Operation We Care
SALISBURY, Md. - A nonprofit that has been supporting our troops since 2006 was honored for their good work. On Thursday, Comptroller Peter Franchot presented the William Donald Schaefer helping people award…
Special needs dog finds forever family
SALISBURY, Md. - One special pup has finally found her forever family. This adorable pup named Nyla, who was diagnosed with glaucoma at just a year old, went home with her new…
Del. residents drop off blessing bags to Shepherd's Office
GEORGETOWN, Del. - Some Delaware residents donated goods to help out a non-profit that supports the homeless. On Tuesday, Jim Martin with the Shepherd's Office said three women named Kira, Jia, and…
Burke Equipment Company donates to Food Bank of Delaware
MILFORD, Del. - One organization is using their resources to support a non-profit. On Monday, the Food Bank of Delaware Milford Branch Director stopped by the Burke Equipment Company to accept their…
Sherwin Williams donates school supplies to Somerset Co. students
SOMERSET CO., Md. - Employees from Sherwin Williams' roller and brush manufacturing plant made sure students had the materials needed to get through the school year. Employees donated school supplies to kids…
SU celebrates Seidel School of Education for World Teachers Day
SALISBURY, Md. - For World Teachers Day, Salisbury University is celebrating the Seidel School of Education and its alumni and current students who are making a difference as educators. On their Facebook…
Worcester County school leaders thanking Pocomoke Middle Principal
POCOMOKE, Md. - Worcester County school leaders are celebrating National Principals Month by recognizing one of their own. On Monday, Worcester County Public Schools thanked Pocomoke Middle School principal Matthew Record. In…
Brandywine Valley SPCA thanks organizations for generous donation
GEORGETOWN, Del. - The Brandywine Valley SPCA is thanking Petco Foundation and Solid Gold Pet Nutrition for their generosity and kindness. On their Facebook page, the animal shelter says the two companies…
Hardwire LLC donates face shields to Worcester Co. Public Schools
BERLIN, Md. - One organization is making sure students and staff are taken care of during the pandemic. Last week, Hardwire LLC donated 2,500 face shields to Worcester County Public Schools. WCPS…
47 ABC's Brandon Bossert and wife welcome baby girl
SALISBURY, Md. - Today we are congratulating one of our own here at 47 ABC on welcoming his new bundle of joy. Early Thursday morning, Brandon Bossert and his wife Lauren welcomed…
Dover resident brings goodies to local law enforcement
DOVER, Del. - Dover Police are thanking resident Mary Ann McLane after she visited the station and dropped off some goodies. On their Facebook page, they say the generous woman gave police…
Dolle's thanks OCPD with donation of masks and candy
OCEAN CITY, Md. - One Ocean City organization is showing their appreciation for law enforcement. The Ocean City Police Department took to their Instagram thanking Dolle's Candyland for stopping by and dropping…
Bank of Ocean City donates money to OC paramedics to purchase PPE
OCEAN CITY, Md. - The Ocean City Fire Department is thanking the Bank of Ocean City for donating almost $5,000 to OC paramedics to purchase needed PPE. We're told when the pandemic…
Del. business gives back to non-profit
GEORGETOWN, Del. - One business in Delaware is helping a non-profit that gives back to the community. Jim Martin with the Shepherd's Office thanked Surf Bagel on Facebook for donating a bunch…
Dorchester Co. Public Schools receive donation for Special Education
DORCHESTER CO., Md. - Organizations in Dorchester County are donating to a local high school to help one of their programs. On Facebook, the Dorchester County Public Schools thanked the American Legion…
Seaford School District employee receives First Chance award
SEAFORD, Del. - The Seaford School District is honoring one of their own for receiving an award. Mr. Bill Mengel, who's the Supervisor of Nutrition Services, received the "First Chance" award. According…
Worcester Co. Sheriff's Office celebrates individuals after yearlong journey to becoming sober
WORCESTER CO., Md. - The Worcester County Sheriff's Office celebrated the sobriety of three individuals who stayed the course during COVID. On their Facebook page, they say Friday was a special day…
Md. Senator, local organization distribute dental kits to local children in need
SALISBURY, Md. - One Maryland Senator and a local organization are teaming up to ensure kids have all they need to keep their teeth healthy. Wicomico County Public Schools took to Facebook…
Somerset Co. Teacher of the Year honored
CRISFIELD, Md. - Somerset County Public Schools took to their Facebook page on Thursday to congratulate their Teacher of the Year. Woodson Elementary Schools' very own Lauren Beauchamp was honored this week…
Local man paddling to raise funds to Oyster Recovery Partnership
VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. - One man recently worked hard to raise awareness and funds for the Oyster Recovery Partnership to plant oysters in the Chesapeake Bay. Last Friday, Chris Hopkinson began his…
Delaware elementary school cafeteria staff makes sure students are fed
HARTLY, Del. - A Delaware elementary school is celebrating their wonderful cafeteria staff who makes sure students are fed every day of the school week. On Facebook, Hartly Elementary School posted that…
Local non-profit donates backpacks and face masks to students
LAUREL, Del. - A local non-profit and medical staff are making sure young students have what they need to stay safe this school year. On Facebook, the Kim and Evans Foundation posted…
Dorchester Co. students receive dental kits
CAMBRIDGE, Md. - Sandy Hill Elementary kids were recently greeted by the tooth fairy - well, the next best thing to the tooth fairy. Senator Addie Eckardt and Guardian Life were out…
Indian River School District employee honored with award
SELBYVILLE, Del. - The Indian River School District is celebrating after one of their own was honored by Governor John Carney for helping the community. Cliff Toomey, the Superintendent of Nutrition Services,…
Salvation Army receives $20,000 donation to Red Kettle campaign
SEAFORD, Del. - The Salvation Army Seaford Sussex Chapel is thanking one lady for her generous donation on Monday. The organization says she walked into their church and donated a whopping $20,000…
Somerset Co. Schools celebrate meal-serving milestone
SOMERSET CO., Md. - School officials in Somerset County are celebrating after reaching a milestone when it comes to serving students meals during the pandemic. On Monday, the Somerset County Public Schools'…
Arby's donates to Junior Achievement of the Eastern Shore
SALISBURY, Md. - A fast food chain recently made a generous donation to a local organization. On Thursday, Junior Achievement of the Eastern Shore thanked the owner of the three local Arby's…
Local man signs to move into his own place
SALISBURY, Md. - The HALO Shelter says 67-year-old Willie has signed to move into his own place. We're told he is happy and excited to be moving into his own place. The…
Delaware fire crew returning home after battling wildfires out west
SMRYNA, Del. - In Delaware, 21 brave firefighters are returning home after being sent to help battle wildfires in Arizona and California. On Thursday, the Delaware Wildfire Crew announced the 21 men…
Stephen Decatur teachers working hard during online learning
BERLIN, Md. - Stephen Decatur High School in Worcester County is celebrating its teachers. The school says these hard working teachers are doing their best at maintaining a sense of normalcy while…
Local first responders receive "thank you" from Cato Gas & Oil Company
SALISBURY, Md. - One organization recently took the time to express their gratitude for our firefighters and show their appreciation for keeping us all safe. On September 11th, the Cato Gas and…
Delmar students showing appreciation to local police officers
DELMAR, Md. - Some Delmar students are showing their appreciation for their police officers. Tuesday, the Delmar Police Department took to Facebook to thank the students and staff of the Bayview Baptist…
OC Police thank local Surf Club members for visit, gift cards
OCEAN CITY, Md. - Two Ocean City men went above and beyond to show support for their police officers. On Monday, the Ocean City Police Department took to Facebook to thank these…
One Stop Shop provides free resources to local community
SALISBURY, Md. - The United Way of the Lower Eastern Shore of Salisbury and tons of community partners provided free resources to the community on Sunday. We're told this One Stop Shop…
Local shelter pups get change of scenery thanks to Baywater Animal Rescue
SALISBURY, Md. - Four pups from the Humane Society of Wicomico County are getting a change of scenery. The animal shelter says they were getting full, so Baywater Animal Rescue came to…
First loggerhead sea turtle nest of 2020 hatches
BERLIN, Md. - Assateague Island National Seashore officials say the first loggerhead sea turtle nest of 2020 has hatched. Following the hatch, park staff collected data from the nest site, which will…
Kemp's Ridley Sea Turtle rescued at Cape Henlopen
LEWES, Del. - A sea turtle was rescued on Wednesday after being stranded from the tropical storm that passed through. The MERR Institute says the Kemp's Ridley Sea Turtle was rescued after…
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