Community members come together to help local homeless man get back on his feet
GEORGETOWN, Del. - Some people got together to help one man struggling with homelessness who is trying to get back on his feet. Recently a man named Kris left a note at…
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PRMC discharges COVID-19 patient after two months
SALISBURY, Md. - Peninsula Regional Medical Center's COVID-19 team is filled with joy after discharging a patient who had been at their facility for two months. PRMC says Miguel was admitted back…
Salisbury woman thanks essential worker for going above and beyond
SALISBURY, Md. - One Salisbury woman recently took time out of her day to thank an essential worker who she says always goes above and beyond. On Tuesday, Sharnell Carmel went to…
North Dorchester High School holds personalized graduation ceremonies
CAMBRIDGE, Md. - The North Dorchester Eagles have spread their wings and flown from the nest. Over the last two days, personalized graduation ceremonies were held 93 times, complete with "Pomp and…
Preston Automotive Group expanding program to make car buying affordable
EASTON, Md. - The Preston Automotive Group is continuing to give back to healthcare workers and is expanding their program to make buying a car more affordable. Two months after starting a…
Downtown Dover Gratitude Wall open to the public
DOVER, Del. - One group in Dover is looking to make people smile. The Downtown Dover partnership recently awarded 21 businesses with more than $1,000 to address financial challenges. After these business…
Milford School District names 2020-2021 Teacher of the Year
MILFORD, Del. - We are congratulating a Milford School District teacher who has just been Teacher of the Year for the 2020-2021 school year. On Friday, school leaders thanked 4th grade teacher Kim…
Morris Mill getting closer to reopening
SALISBURY, Md. - The blacktopping for the Morris Mill Project was finally laid down on Thursday. Wicomico County Executive Bob Culber made the announcement on his Facebook page, saying "it's not opened…
Pocomoke manufacturer drops off face shields to OC Police
OCEAN CITY, Md. - One local business is working to make sure first responders stay safe during this pandemic. On Thursday, Hardwire LLC posted on Facebook that they dropped off boxes of…
Mountaire Farms and Beebe Healthcare pay it forward during COVID-19 pandemic
LEWES, Del. - Mountaire Farms recently spent two days on Beebe Healthcare's campuses providing nearly 30,000 pounds of free chicken to all of their healthcare workers. In return, Beebe Healthcare decided to…
Gas and oil company supporting STEM in local schools
SALISBURY, Md. - One gas and oil company is pushing the importance of science, technology, engineering, and math in 19 local schools. The Cato Gas and Oil Company and Goose Creek Convenience…
Two Somerset Co. students named Carson Scholars
SOMERSET CO., Md. - Two students in Somerset County were just named 2020 Carson Scholars. We're told that Carter G. Woodson Elementary 5th grader Zachary Gunter and Washington High School and Academy…
Worcester Co. student musicians hold porch concert
WORCESTER CO., Md. - Student musicians from Worcester County Public Schools performed a porch concert on Friday. We're told the students performed a short version of 'Ode to Joy' from Beethoven's 9th…
Talbot Co. man participates in Taps Across America on Memorial Day
TALBOT CO., Md. - We are highlighting a Talbot County man who participated in "Taps Across America" on Monday to honor those who made the ultimate sacrifice while serving in the U.S.…
Celebrating the Class of 2020 across Delmarva
SALISBURY, Md. - To celebrate graduating seniors across Delmarva, we asked viewers to send in photos of their seniors on Friday. We received over 100 pictures from seniors across the shore, including…
Two Delaware organizations team up to help small businesses reopen their doors
DELAWARE - Two local organizations recently teamed up to help small businesses reopen their doors following the coronavirus pandemic. This week, the Central Delaware Chamber of Commerce and the Kent Economic Partnership…
Celebrating National Dog Rescue Day
SALISBURY, Md. - Wednesday was National Dog Rescue Day, and we took to social media to ask viewers to send in pictures of their furry friends they rescued from shelters. You…
Local photographer honoring Chincoteague High School graduates
CHINCOTEAGUE, Va. - One local photographer is honoring Chincoteague High School graduates with free senior photos. Amy Thomas with Heartbeat Photography has a daughter who is graduating this year and says…
PRMC holds graduation for nursing students
SALISBURY, Md - In the most uncertain of times Peninsula Regional Medical Center wanted their nursing students to know one thing for certain, that they are appreciated. According to a press release…
Worcester Co. Superintendent tours new Showell Elementary School
WORCESTER CO., Md. - Worcester County Public Schools Superintendent Louis Taylor took a tour of their new Showell Elementary School on Monday. Taylor says it's an incredible learning space for their students…
Fruitland Police officer helps stray kitten
FRUITLAND, Md. - One Fruitland Police officer recently went above and beyond to help out a furry friend. The Community Cats Coalition took to Facebook on Monday to thank Corporal Brown of…
Whale spotted off the Ocean City coast
OCEAN CITY, Md. - On Friday, a whale was spotted breaching off the coast of Ocean City at 123rd Street. Several people were able to witness the incredible event for themselves, including…
State leaders honor 2020 SU grads
SALISBURY, Md. - Even though graduation was postponed for Salisbury University grads, state leaders still made an effort to honor them for all their hard work. Campus and community leaders came together…
Salisbury Zoo announces name of baby bear
SALISBURY, Md. - After months of waiting, the baby bear at the Salisbury Zoo finally has a name. His name is Sinchi! The zoo took to Facebook on Thursday to announce the…
47 ABC's Brooke Butler nominated for two Emmy awards
SALISBURY, Md. - 47 ABC's Brooke Butler is now a two-time Emmy nominated journalist. Her first nominated piece, "Faces of Hope", highlights a Salisbury photographer who uses his talent to help women…
MERR Institute rescues seal pup at Cape Henlopen State Park
LEWES, Del. - On Tuesday, the MERR Institute rescued a seal pup. We're told the 2.5 month old seal was spotted on the bayside of the point at Cape Henlopen State…
47 ABC named 2020 Regional Edward R. Murrow Award winner
SALISBURY, Md. - The Radio Television Digital News Association named 47 ABC as a 2020 Regional Edward R. Murrow award winner. The award was given for the News Documentary Breaking the Stigma:…
Georgetown organization helps homeless population
GEORGETOWN, Del. - One local organization, with the help of some students, recently took care of the homeless population. On Monday, staff from the Shepard's Office handed out bags filled with necessities…
Happy Mother's Day to all the special moms from 47 ABC
SALISBURY, Md. - We want to wish a very Happy Mother's Day to all the super hero moms out there. Although a lot of people may be celebrating differently this…
Ocean City senior honored with surprise graduation parade
OCEAN CITY, Md. - One local high school senior got her very own surprise graduation celebration. On Friday, Remi Howard was surprised by her mother Hayley Howard, who put on a graduation…
Wicomico Co. Schools name 2020-2021 Teacher of the Year
SALISBURY, Md. - Wicomico County Public Schools have officially named their 2020-2021 Teacher of the Year. James M. Bennett High School Teacher Hemalatha Bhaskaran was named Teacher of the Year Thursday afternoon.…
UMES staff members donate face shields to Coastal Hospice
SALISBURY, Md. - Many institutions are working hard to make sure local first responders are taken care of and protected during the pandemic. On Thursday, staff members from the University of Maryland Eastern…
OC native continuing to give back to community members and those in need
OCEAN CITY, Md. - One pretty extraordinary Ocean City native is continuing his efforts to give back to his community and those in need. In the last month, Bubba Almony has donated…
Pocomoke nursing home holds parade for residents
POCOMOKE CITY, Md. - On Tuesday, the Hartley Hall Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Pocomoke held a parade for its residents. We're told everyone was kept at a safe distance from one…
47 ABC contest winner announced
SALISBURY, Md. - We want to congratulate a 47 ABC contest winner from Seaford Delaware. Laurie Buchholz won the Baker's Power and Turf - Win a Husqvarna Automower competition. Her prize is…
Beebe donates gift cards to first responders during COVID-19 pandemic
LEWES, Del. - One local healthcare team is paying it forward to other first responders on the frontlines of the pandemic. On Monday, the Beebe Medical Foundation donated 100 gift cards to…
Del. church pastor honored through celebration during COVID-19 pandemic
FRANKFORD, Del. - A big celebration was held on Saturday in Frankford to honor 80-year-old Rosie Hall. Hall is a pastor at a local church and recently lost her sister due to…
47 ABC Studio Tech accepted into master's program
SALISBURY, Md. - One of 47 ABC's very own was accepted into a master's program late last week. Studio Tech Kaitlyn Briselli has been accepted into the Maryland Institute College of Art's…
Milford School District congratulates new Teacher of the Year
MILFORD, Del. - One Milford school teacher was recently named Teacher of the Year. The Milford School District congratulated Kristin Schlegal for being named Milford Central Academy's Teacher of the Year. The…
Family and friends celebrate 3-year-old's birthday during pandemic
OCEAN PINES, Md. - Friends and family celebrated an Ocean Pines toddler's third birthday social distancing style on Sunday. We're told they had a drive by birthday party for Lila Averill's third…
Seal released at Assateague State Park
BERLIN, Md. - A team of Animal Rescue Staff from the National Aquarium traveled to Assateague State Park Wednesday morning to release a rescued seal back into the ocean. We're told the…
Community holds parade to celebrate Salisbury man's retirement
SALISBURY, Md. - The Salisbury community teamed up on Wednesday to celebrate one man's retirement. Cars lined up along Market Street to celebrate Kevin Hayes, who worked at Avery Hall Insurance for…
It's a boy! Salisbury Zoo announces gender of bear cub
SALISBURY, Md. - One lucky dad got to find out the gender of his baby on Tuesday after months of waiting. You may remember a baby bear cub was born at the…
Easton middle schooler works to create N-95 masks during COVID-19 pandemic
EASTON, Md. - One Easton middle schooler decided to take matters into his own hands, as he was concerned about his parents contracting COVID-19, with his mom working at a hospital and…
IHOP delivers breakfast to workers at Atlantic General Hospital
BERLIN, Md. - This past weekend, one restaurant showed their appreciation to our local healthcare workers. IHOP workers delivered breakfast to healthcare workers at Atlantic General Hospital in Berlin as a way…
Dorchester Co. Schools name Teacher of the Year, First-Class Teacher of the Year recipients
CAMBRIDGE, Md. - Dorchester County Schools have announced their Teacher of the Year and First-Class Teacher of the Year. Superintendent David Bromwell congratulated Cherie Robinson, a 30-year teaching veteran, and Hannah Abt,…
Mayabellas donates pizzas to PRMC staff
SALISBURY, Md. - Local organizations are continuing to show their support and appreciation for healthcare workers amid the coronavirus pandemic. On Thursday, Mayabellas Pizzeria donated 10 pizzas to the staff at PRMC,…
Capital School District students celebrate Earth Day at home
DOVER, Del. - Students at the Capital School District didn't let the current stay at home order stop them from celebrating Earth Day. The district posted on their Facebook page on Wednesday,…
Berlin physical therapy business owner giving back to town employees
BERLIN, Md. - A local physical therapy business owner and his mother are giving back to town employees. The Town of Berlin took to Facebook to thank Hamilton Physical Therapy and William…
Burke Equipment Company donates to heroes batting COVID-19 pandemic
DELMAR, Del. - On Monday, staff from the Burke Equipment Company donated items to heroes on the frontlines of the COVID-19 pandemic. They delivered 35 hot breakfast sandwiches, a big box of…
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