DSU names MSI Aspiring Leader
DELAWARE - Delaware State University's Doctor Francine Edward was named the MSI Aspiring Leader. Dr. Edward is among 14 people selected across the country. Each leader will participate in a 2 year…
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UMES alum receives promotion
MARYLAND - 1999 University of Maryland Eastern Shore alumna Ayesha Coker is being congratulated for being promoted to the Porsche Cars North America Executive Leadership Team. We're told she was promoted to…
Friends of Prime Hook U.S. Wildlife Refuge Photography Contest announce winner
DELMARVA - We want to highlight Robert Bourgot for winning the People's Choice competition of the most recent Friends of Prime Hook U.S. Wildlife Refuge Photography Contest. The winning photograph was titled…
Bayhealth announces receipt of $1.5 million in funding
DELAWARE - Bayhealth received $1.5 million from Highmark for its Graduate Medical Education residency program. This funding will allow them to fire faculty that can provide state of the art training and…
47 ABC anchor celebrates birthday
SALISBURY, Md. - We want to wish a very happy birthday to 47 ABC's very own Jordan Kudisch. She was a little under the weather and couldn't make it for the late…
UMES student awarded scholarship
PRINCESS ANNE, Md. - Congrats to University of Maryland Eastern Shore student Nasir Neal Watson for being an IPC Scholarship Winner. Watson is glad to have received the scholarship to pay off…
Delaware girl gives back to senior citizens
DELAWARE - Layla Gainer is an 11-year-old girl from Delaware who is truly in the giving spirit. She collected over 500 stockings and gifts for senior citizens in Delaware this holiday season.…
47 ABC Studio Tech celebrates academic accomplishments
SALISBURY, Md. - We want to congratulate one of our very own. 47 ABC Studio Tech Ikeah Bell recently finished her junior year of college with a 4.0. She also got accepted…
Salisbury Fire Department sends thanks for yummy treats
SALISBURY, Md. - The Salisbury Fire Department would like to thank Pastor Craig Mitchell and members of SuperNatural Faith Center. We're told they brought donuts, coffee, orange juice, and cupcakes for the…
American Legion Post 166 donates to Kentucky tornado disaster recovery
SALISBURY, Md. - The executive committee of American Legion Post 166 approved a donation of $5000 to be sent to the Department of Kentucky Veterans of Foreign Wars, which will be used…
2021 Vanvonno Christmas Tree is biggest yet
The Vanvonno Christmas Tree is its biggest yet, at 17 feet this year and over 500 pounds. Back in 1995, the tree was just 6 feet. Over the years, glass ornaments were…
Community Inspired Action holds third annual Christmas Giveaway
SELBYVILLE, Del. - Community Inspired Action held their third annual Christmas Giveaway on Sunday. The event served over 200 youth and their families with gifts, food, and good spirits. Families also got a…
Salisbury University holds Fall Commencement
SALISBURY, Md. - Salisbury University's Fall Commencement took place on Saturday. Graduates took part in a "Grad Walk" across the commencement stage while being cheered on by loved ones. We want to hear…
Two Easton Police Officers promoted
EASTON, Md. - Two Easton Police officers have been promoted. Corporal Jennifer Kellne of the Criminal Investigations Unit was promoted to the rank of Sergeant, and Patrolman First Class Heather Hanson of…
Talbot Co. Sheriff's Office participates in Adopt-A-Family program
TALBOT CO., Md. - Sheriff Joe Gamble and the Talbot County Sheriff's Office are pleased to announce their participation in the Adopt-A-Family program through the Department of Social Services. This year, members…
SU donates rapid COVID-19 tests for use in homeless shelters
SALISBURY, Md. - Salisbury University donated 4,000 COVID-19 rapid tests to the Lower Shore Vulnerable Populations Task Force for use at homeless shelters. Many shelters in the area require a negative test…
Beebe collects bikes for Toys for Tots in honor of team member
DELAWARE - Beebe Healthcare collected more than 100 bikes for Toys for Tots in memory of their team member. Each year, their co-worker Jerry Whitcomb would donate a bike to Toys for…
47 ABC reporter celebrates birthday
SALISBURY, Md. - One of 47 ABC's very own celebrated a birthday on Tuesday. Our nightside reporter Javari Burnett was hard at work on his birthday, making sure to keep our viewers…
UMES student accepted into Purdue University Vet Med program
PRINCESS ANNE, Md. - Gaibrielle Bressler, a senior at the University of Maryland Eastern Shore Pre-Vet program has received some good news. Not only will she be graduating a semester early, she…
Drive-Thru Santa's Workshop returns to Salisbury
SALISBURY, Md. - Santa Claus is coming to town! This Thursday, December 16th, you can meet Santa Claus right on Main Street in Downtown Salisbury. Starting at 5 p.m., you can make…
Becker Morgan member selected as board member for Association for Learning Environments
SALISBURY, Md. - Emily McMullen of Becker Morgan was elected as an At-Large Board Member of the Chesapeake Bay Delaware Valley Chapter of the Association for Learning Environments. The organization enhances educational…
Salvation Army looking for bell ringers
SALISBURY, Md. - The Salvation Army of the Lower Eastern Shore is looking to recruit bell ringers for locations across Delmarva to help raise money for their cause. Donations help families in need…
Annual Shop With A Cop event successful in Berlin
BERLIN, Md. - The Maryland State Police Berlin Barrack partnered with the Worcester County CRICKET Center for the annual Shop With A Cop event. 18 Worcester County elementary students were paired with a…
SU to hold annual Fall Commencement and Grad Walk
SALISBURY, Md. - Salisbury University is celebrating its annual Fall Commencement and Grad Walk for their seniors next Saturday, December 18th. Photographers will be there taking formal photos, and the event will…
New Del. business celebrates ribbon cutting
DELAWARE - Shocik's Discoveries and Collectibles held their ribbon cutting on Friday. The Central Delaware Chamber of Commerce joined the mother/daughter team, Marybeth and Jessica, to celebrate the start of the new…
SU donates COVID-19 rapid tests to Wicomico Co. Schools
SALISBURY, Md. - Salisbury University donated nearly 1,000 COVID-19 rapid antigen tests to Wicomico County Public Schools. President Charles Wight said, "We are happy that Wicomico County Public Schools is able to…
Layton's Chance named Heritage Business Partner
DORCHESTER CO., Md. - Layton's Chance Vineyard and Winery has been named the Rising Up Award's Heritage Business Partner. The Layton family has been present in Dorchester County agriculture since 1948. To…
Santa Swim returns to Cambridge
CAMBRIDGE, Md. - This weekend in Cambridge, the annual Santa Swim Fundraiser returns. This event will raise money for the Care and Share Fund, which helps people in Dorchester County who are…
Focus Multisports donates to Bethany Beach Fire Company
BETHANY BEACH, Del. - Race Directors Rick Hundley and Ernie Felici of Focus Multisports made a donation of $10,000 to the Bethany Beach Volunteer Fire Company. Registration is now open for the…
Princess Anne Christmas Parade returns
PRINCESS ANNE, Md. - The annual Princess Anne Christmas Parade was held this past weekend. Mister and Miss UMES were honorary participants. The winners of the parade were announced on their Facebook…
OC restaurant hosting cake bake off
OCEAN CITY, Md. - The Surfside Rooster restaurant in Ocean City is announcing the First Annual OC Christmas Cake Bake-Off For A Cause. The money raised will go toward the Maryland LGBT Chamber…
Wicomico Co. Schools receives Wellness Exemplar Award
SALISBURY, Md. - Wicomico County Public Schools recently received the 2021 Healthiest Maryland Business' Wellness Exemplar Award. The award is the highest level of recognition by Healthiest Maryland Business. We want to hear…
UMES holds senior art exhibition
PRINCESS ANNE, Md. - The Univesity of Maryland Eastern Shore held their senior art exhibition. Three UMES students were able to display their artwork, expressing themselves and their talents with family and…
Milford Police holding Christmas Toy Drive
MILFORD, Del. - The Men and Women in blue over in Milford are holding a Christmas Toy Drive on Friday and Saturday. It will be held at the Benvenuto Restaurant, and those…
City of Salisbury features new pedestrian bridge
SALISBURY, Md. - The City of Salisbury is featuring the city's newest pedestrian bridge. The Friendship Bridge represents the strong relationship with sister city of Tartu - Estonia. We want to hear…
Governor Hogan appoints new council member
MARYLAND - Gail Mansell has been appointed as the State Advisory Council on Quality Care at the End of Life by Governor Larry Hogan. Mansell joined Atlantic General Hospital in 1998 and…
Wicomico retired school personnel collects toys for Salvation Army
SALISBURY, Md. - The Wicomico Retired School Personnel Association collected toys and winter wear for the Salvation Army Holiday Distribution. Meetings are held four times a year, combining fellowship with food and…
Shore Gives More fundraising for Giving Tuesday
DELMARVA - We're just a few days away from Shore Gives More. It's an online fundraising platform for Giving Tuesday, helping those who want to donate to local causes in the area. If…
Toys for Tots donation boxes at local Starbucks locations
DELMARVA - Starbucks locations across Delmarva are now accepting donations for Toys for Tots. Drop-off boxes are now available at many locations. You can donate unopened, new toys and sports equipment. We want…
Brandywine Valley SPCA holds potluck for shelter pets
DELAWARE - Brandywine Valley SPCA hosted a potluck to bring a Thanksgiving meal for the sheltered pets. Volunteers prepared and served pet friendly holiday meals for all the cats and dogs. We're…
Somerset Co. school earns international accolades
SOMERSET CO., Md. - Becker Morgan Group's project Somerset County Technical High School earned international accolades. One of the most viewed architecture and design review publications named the school a finalist in…
Thanksgiving for Thousands boxes distributed to those in need
MILTON, Del. - The Milton Police Department and Mountaire Farms spent the day giving out meals at the Crossroad Community Church. More than 150 churches and non-profits picked up pre-registered boxes to…
Operation We Care gets packages ready
OCEAN CITY, Md. - Operation We Care helped back 334 of 500 packages on Sunday at the post office in Ocean City. The packages will travel all across to the women and…
SU expands hours of student food pantryr
SALISBURY, Md. - Salisbury University is expanding the hours of their Food for the Flock student food pantry. During the pandemic, the pantry only operated for 8 hours per week. But, now…
Beebe announces October L.O.V.E. Letter award recipient
DELAWARE - Beebe Healthcare awarded Julio Tijerina as the October recipient of the Living Our Values Every Day L.O.V.E. Letter award. Tijerina is a CAT Scan Technologist, awarded for going above and…
Annual YMCA Turkey Trot 5k kicks off
SALISBURY, Md. - Sunday marked the first day of the annual YMCA Turkey Trot 5k. Proceeds from the Turkey Trot are dedicated to the YMCA's Annual Fund, which supports a multitude of programs…
Food 4 Your Soul event gives back to local community
SALISBURY, Md. - The Well Salisbury partnered with Take Your Pick Restaurant and The Legacy Car Club to give back to our community with their Food 4 Your Soul event Saturday afternoon. The…
James M. Bennett wins State Soccer Championship
SALISBURY, Md. - The James M. Bennett boys soccer team won the Class 3A State Championship 4 to 2 in penalty kicks. They played Friday night against C. Milton Wright at Loyola…
New business celebrated in Salisbury
SALISBURY, Md. - The Salisbury Area Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon cutting for Patch Lady Co. It's a one-stop shop for screen printing, embroidery, and patches to promote your business or…
Wicomico Humane receives grant for TNR services
SALISBURY, Md. - The Humane Society of Wicomico County got a grant from the Coastal Association of Realtors. We're told the funding will go to providing trap neuter return services in the…
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