Somerset Co. Teacher of the Year receives car to use this school year
DEAL ISLAND, Md. - Students and staff at Deal Island Elementary School gathered on Monday to watch the Somerset County Teacher of the Year receive a new car to use during the…
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"Turn The Towns Teal" returns to Rehoboth in honor of National Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month
REHOBOTH BEACH, Del. - The City of Rehoboth is once again participating in the second annual national campaign to create awareness of ovarian cancer and its symptoms. They have brought back "Turn…
Mural celebrating history of Cambridge complete
CAMBRIDGE, Md. - On Saturday, people gathered to celebrate a mural in Cambridge that is now complete. The "Take My Hand" mural depicting Harriet Tubman is officially completed. Saturday also marked the day…
Students across Delmarva head back to school
DELMARVA - Students across the Eastern Shore headed back to school on Tuesday. We received many pictures from parents, sharing the excitement of their children heading to their first day of school. We…
Smyrna High School graduate makes history in Del.
DELAWARE - A Smyrna High School graduate has officially made history in the first state. George Class-Peters Jr. has been selected to chair the National Future Farmers of America Organization Officer Nominating…
Miss Crustacean 2019 crowned
CRISFIELD, Md. - Madison Jones was crowned Miss Crustacean Monday night in Crisfield. Jones competed last year and did not place, and also competed at the Somerset County Fair this summer, where…
Viewers share dog photos for National Dog Day
SALISBURY, Md. - Well Monday was National Dog Day, and many of our viewers shared their furry friends with us on social media. We received more than one hundred comments from viewers,…
Whale shark spotted near Chincoteague
CHINCOTEAGUE, Va. - A few boaters had an incredible encounter in Chincoteague this weekend. In the video, shared on Facebook by Ryan Fontello, you can see a whale shark swimming under this…
Brandywine Valley SPCA participates in "Clear the Shelters" campaign
GEORGETOWN, Del. - More than 300 four-legged friends spent their first night with their forever families after the "Clear the Shelters" campaign on Saturday. Dozens of people lined up as the Brandywine…
Local girl serves as Mayor of Salisbury for a day
SALISBURY, Md. - One local girl got a chance to work as mayor of Salisbury for one day last week. Alongside Jake Day, Makila signed a proclamation, toured field operations, and got…
Delmarva Shorebirds donate to Brooke's Toy Closet
SALISBURY, Md. - The Delmarva Shorebirds recently teamed up with the family of Brooke Mulford to donate items to Brooke's Toy Closet. Brooke's Toy Closet was started back in 2014 by Brooke Mulford,…
Delmar resident turns 100 years old
DELMAR, Md. - One local resident pulled out the birthday candles and cake on Friday, in celebration of her 100th birthday. Lorraine Carrigan was born on August 9, 1919. To celebrate, the…
Worcester Co. Sheriff's Deputies visit Berlin day care center to discuss safety tips
BERLIN, Md. - Two Worcester County Sheriff's deputies visited a local day care center on Wednesday to help spread the word that you're never too old to learn safety tips. They visited…
Local radio station sets up tent at National Night Out
SALISBURY, Md. - One local radio station set up a tent at this week's National Night Out at the Salisbury City Park. The Bridge set up a tent for people to write…
Humpback whale spotted in Ocean City
OCEAN CITY, Md. - Some boaters got a fun surprise while out on the water on Tuesday: a sighting of a humpback whale. The whale swam alongside The Seaboard boating vessel, giving…
Beebe receives donation for new health care campus
MILLVILLE, Del. - Beebe Healthcare recently received a donation to help fund a new emergency department and cancer center being built in Millville. The Survivor's Team of the Pickleball Competition and the…
Rehoboth Beach PD partners with Kind to Kids foundation
REHOBOTH BEACH, Del. - The Rehoboth Beach Police Department has announced that they've partnered with the Kind to Kids Foundation. The police department recently received "My Blue Duffel Bags", which are filled…
Laurel Police Chief pulls over driver for being "too adorable"
LAUREL, Del. - Laurel Police Department's Chief made a new friend recently while on patrol. Chief Wright was on patrol when he ran into Journey, who was showing off her Mercedes-Benz with…
Arby's donates to Junior Achievement of the Eastern Shore
SALISBURY, Md. - Junior Achievement of the Eastern Shore has received $9,000 thanks to the local Arby's co-op. Every other year Arby's restaurant holds a fundraiser called "The Make a Difference Campaign". Each…
Kids volunteer time to revitalize Historic Onancock School
ONANCOCK, Va. - The Historic Onancock School is receiving a much needed face lift thanks to a group of kids volunteering their time. We're told the school is being renovated by a…
Three Sussex Tech vocational students recognized at national conference
LOUISVILLE, Ky. - Three local students recently won big at the National Leadership and Skills conference in Louisville, Kentucky. Joe Wilder, Jacob Hoffpauir, and Josh Hoffpauir are all students at Sussex Tech…
Delaware business recognized at Made in America product showcase in D.C.
WASHINGTON, D.C. - One local business was recently recognized by the White House. The ladies who lead Backyard Jams and Jellies out of Milton took some of their awesome jams to the…
Members of UMES Bowling Squad honored for achievements in and out of the classroom
PRINCESS ANNE, Md. - Several members of the University of Maryland Eastern Shore Bowling Squad were recently honored as members of the National Ten-Pins Coaches Association All-Academic Team. We're told that a…
Fourth annual "Paint-A-Bus" event held in Laurel
LAUREL, Del. - On Sunday, community members in Laurel got together to paint three buses as part of the annual Paint-A-Bus event. The event was held in River Park in Laurel. We're told…
Route 13 mural update
SALISBURY, Md. - If you've driven down Route 13 in Salisbury recently, you've probably seen the new mural going up on the corner of East Church Street and Route 13. On Friday,…
UMES senior elected to Annapolis City Council
ANNAPOLIS, Md. - A senior at the University of Maryland Eastern Shore recently made his school proud - by becoming the youngest person to become an elected member of the Annapolis City Council.…
Pip the Beach Cat holds "Pip-Up" book signing
OCEAN CITY, Md. - Ocean City's favorite four-legged celebrity held a "Pip-Up" signing of his book on Thursday. Pip's book signing took place at the Ocean Gallery in Ocean City, which is…
Salisbury Boy Scout spruces up Pemberton Park
SALISBURY, Md. - One local Boy Scout recently made his own renovations to Pemberton Park in Salisbury. 17-year-old Will Amrehein replaced all the trail signs throughout the park as part of his Eagle…
Salisbury Fire Department receives Bronze Recognition from American Heart Association
SALISBURY, Md. - Chief John Tull announced on Monday that the Salisbury Fire Department has been awarded Bronze Recognition from the American Heart Association's The Mission- Lifeline. We're told the award highlights the…
12-year-old receives certificate of appreciation from Indian River Vol. Fire Company
MILLSBORO, Del. - A local 12-year-old recently received a certificate of appreciation for her quick reaction to a house fire in her neighborhood. Back on June 23rd, McKenzie heard a fire alarm in…
Local student celebrating accomplishment at National Educators Rising Conference in Texas
DALLAS, Tx. - A Sussex Tech senior is celebrating an amazing accomplishment after placing second for her speech on advancing educational equity. Grace Morris was one of eight Sussex Tech students sent to…
Mount Olivet Church Vacation Bible School students give sweet treats to Seaford Police
SEAFORD, Del. - The Seaford Police Department shared a "thank you" through their Facebook page on Saturday, after receiving some sweet treats from Vacation Bible School students at Mount Olivet Church. The treats…
Worcester Co. Homeless Outreach Team receives award for exceptional performance
WORCESTER CO., Md. - The Worcester County Homeless Outreach Team recently received the 2019 Maryland Department of Health Employee Recognition Award for Exceptional Performance. We're told the award is given to organizations who…
Shaker Experience Monster Truck ride comes to Ocean City
OCEAN CITY, Md. - Monster truck fanatics will now have the chance to visit the Eastern Shore's only monster truck in Ocean City. Jolly Roger Amusement Parks held a grand opening on Tuesday…
Beebe receives check for new cancer center
DELAWARE - Members of the Rehoboth Beach Jazz Festival board recently donated money to Beebe Healthcare for their new cancer center. Beebe received a check of $20,000 from the board members to help…
7th annual Touch A Truck event held in Seaford
SEAFORD, Del. - The Trinity Foundation held their 7th annual Touch A Truck event in Seaford on Saturday. The event allows kids of all ages to get up close, sit in, and take…
Sea turtles released at Assateague State Park
BERLIN, Md. - Four rehabilitated sea turtles were released back to sea on Assateague Island Thursday morning. After months of rehab, the National Aquarium released two loggerheads and Kemp's Ridley sea turtles at…
Annual Fire Service Parade held in Ocean City
OCEAN CITY, Md. - The Maryland State Firemen's Association held their annual Fire Service Parade in Ocean City on Wednesday. We're told the parade featured vintage fire engines, floats, marching bands, majorettes, and…
Weather Watchers visit 47 ABC
SALISBURY, Md. - We had some special guests right here at the station Tuesday evening: our official 47 ABC Weather Watchers. Every year our Weather Watchers visit for an appreciation party to thank…
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