SU Men's Lax wins championship
SALISBURY, Md. - Congratulations to the SU Men's Lacrosse team for winning the 2023 Division 3 National Championship. They took down first-ranked Tufts at Lincoln Financial Field in Philly. This is Salisbury's…
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Couple finds forever home in Millsboro
MILLSBORO, Del. - Tim and Kristen Slade finally found their forever home in Millsboro. They said, "the moment they stepped into the award-winning home, they knew it was for them." Tim and…
Salisbury girl opens lemonade stand
SALISBURY, Md. - 7-year-old Naveah just found out she has type 1 diabetes, but she's not letting that stop her from doing great things. She had her grand opening for her lemonade…
Taylor's BBQ holds ribbon-cutting for new location
SALISBURY, Md. - Congratulations are in order for Kathy, Joey, and the rest of the Calabrese family for opening their family-run barbecue restaurant located just off of Route 13. Taylor's BBQ had…
Buckingham Elementary Career Day
BERLIN, Md. - Chief Meteorologist Rich Wirdzek headed to Berlin on Friday to attend Career Day at Buckingham Elementary. He was able to speak to students about what it's like to be…
Cambridge South Dorchester holds Senior Walk
CAMBRIDGE, Md. - The Cambridge South Dorchester Class of 2023 held its traditional Senior Walk on Friday. Graduating seniors returned in their caps and gowns to their elementary schools to inspire younger…
Denton Elementary Career Day
DENTON, Md. - GMD Anchor Jordie Clark and Chief Meteorologist Rich Wirdzek got the chance to visit Denton Elementary for their Career Day. Kids got to learn a bit about what it's…
77-year-old graduates from SU
SALISBURY, Md. - Congratulations are in order for 77-year-old Bill Gibbons, who just received his degree from Salisbury University. He started his undergraduate courses 57 years ago while serving in the U.S.…
Milford PD officer promoted
MILFORD, Del. - Congratulations are in order for Milford Police Officer Brian Medley who was recently promoted to the rank of Corporal. Medley currently services in the patrol division and has been…
Hurlock Elementary students visit 47 ABC
SALISBURY, Md. - Students from Hurlock Elementary's Mighty Eagle News got a tour of our station Wednesday morning, led by our very own Jordie Clark. The students got to sit in and…
47 ABC studio tech graduating from SU
SALISBURY, Md. - One of 47 ABC's studio techs is graduating from Salisbury University. Nick Pellegrini has only been here a few months, starting as an intern. We want to hear your…
Seely Homes LLC receives award
BRIDGEVILLE, Del. - Seely Homes LLC was awarded two Regal awards for Custom Homes of the Year in Delaware. Owners Adrian and Julianna Seely accepted the awards. We want to hear your…
Parkside High students named tennis champs
SALISBURY, Md. - Parkside High School has two new regional champs. Makayla Smith and Hefeeza Akhtar won the 2A East Girls Double Regional Championship. We want to hear your good news, just…
Planet Fitness donates to Milford PD
MILFORD, Del. - As the Milford Police Department continues building their new headquarters, Planet Fitness donated numerous pieces of equipment to the department. What an awesome way to support first…
Maryland Community Risk Reduction Weekend
SALISBURY, Md. - The Salisbury Fire Department and their partners from other local fire companies went door to door on Church Street to hand out and install smoke alarms as part of…
Sending birthday wishes to 47 ABC producer's mom
SALISBURY, Md. - We are wishing our producer's mom Susan Fife a happy 53rd birthday. She is a devoted mother of two and worked in the HR department for the U.S. Sentencing…
Letter of Intent signing ceremony held at Sussex Central
SUSSEX CO., Del.- Sussex Central High School hosted a special "Letter of Intent" signing ceremony for seniors in the International Baccalaureate Program who will attend college in the fall. These grads will…
SU donates rapid COVID-19 tests to Lower Shore Vulnerable Populations Task Force
SALISBURY, Md. - Salisbury University recently donated 1,000 COVID-19 rapid antigen test kits to the Lower Shore Vulnerable Populations Task Force. The kits are for use at area homeless shelters. While mass…
Buckingham Elementary holds Bike to School event
BERLIN, Md. - Around 100 students, their family members, and school staff rode their bikes to school as part of Buckingham Elementary School's first-ever Bike to School event. What a fun way…
Prepping Truitt Street Community Gardens
SALISBURY, Md. - The City of Salisbury is thanking the Young Men of Distinction for prepping the community gardens on Truitt Street. We want to hear your good news, just email newsroom@47abc.com.
Tautog record broken in Delaware
SUSSEX CO., Del. - DNREC has confirmed a new state record for a tautog, which was caught off the Indian River Inlet. The over 22-pound tautog was caught by James Milano of…
Salisbury Zoo North American Bison celebrate birthday
SALISBURY, Md. - Happy 5th birthday to Opal Lee and Ruby Jean. The pair are the Salisbury Zoo's North American Bison. We want to hear your good news, just email newsroom@47abc.com.
Dorchester Co. school holds Mother's Day celebration
DORCHESTER CO., Md. - Sandy Hill Elementary celebrated "Mother's Day Plus One" earlier this week. The tea party was held for moms, grandmothers, and motherly figures at the school. We want to hear…
Third Friday returns this week with "Wheels"
SALISBURY, Md. - Third Friday returns to Downtown Salisbury this week. This month's theme is Wheels, featuring pottery wheels to skateboards, bicycles, and souped-up cars, as well as arts and crafts. The…
SU Diversity and Inclusion Champion Award recipients announced
SALISBURY, Md. - Salisbury University is honoring campus community members who contribute to diversity and inclusion on campus. Current students pursuing degrees were among the 10 recipients of the 2023 President's Diversity…
Salisbury Zoo gives mini ecosystem pods to local kids
SALISBURY, Md. - The Salisbury Zoo gave out mini ecosystem pods to children ages 2 to 8. The kids got a chance to learn about the water and carbon cycles and how…
TidalHealth announces Team Members of the Year
SALISBURY, Md. - TidalHealth Peninsula Regional has announced their Team Members of the Year for 2022. Congratulations to all! We want to hear your good news, just email newsroom@47abc.com.
Milford Police meet with local parents as part of "Arrive Alive" initiative
MILFORD, Del. - Officers with the Milford Police Department and partners from the Delaware Office of Highway Safety met with parents during drop off at Benjamin Banneker Elementary School Friday morning. Officers…
SU Lax for Leukemia raises over $13,000
SALISBURY, Md. - Salisbury University's Mens Lacrosse team partnered with the Business School to raise over $13,000 for the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society during the team's annual Lax for Leukemia event. Efforts…
Salisbury Zoo celebrates birthday of burrowing owl
SALISBURY, Md. - The Salisbury Zoo is celebrating a birthday of one of their own. Richard, one of the zoo's burrowing owls, turned ten years old on Thursday. We want to hear…
Friday Night Live concert series returns to Downtown Salisbury
SALISBURY, Md. - The Friday Night Live Concert Series is returning to Downtown Salisbury. The series kicks off on Friday, June 2nd, with shows running from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30…
City of Salisbury April Employee of the Month named
SALISBURY, Md. - The City of Salisbury has named its April Employee of the Month. Mike Fiorelli works in the Department of Information Services and is being honored for his work implementing…
Salisbury Zoo celebrates female red wolf's birthday
SALISBURY, Md. - Happy 11th birthday to Shiloh, the Salisbury Zoo's female red wolf. Her species is critically endangered, so be sure to stop by and say happy birthday. We want to…
Mardela Bocce Team takes gold
SALISBURY, Md. - The Mardela Warriors Bocce Team took home gold at their tournament this week. This victory will advance them to the state tournament. We want to hear your good news,…
WCPS celebrating educators for Teacher Appreciation Week
WICOMICO CO., Md. - Wicomico County Public Schools is celebrating educators this week for Teacher Appreciation Week. Thank you to all of the teachers for shaping the minds and hearts…
DSU athletes recognized as Athletes of the Year
DELAWARE - Congratulations are in order for Alondra Maldonado and Tayshaun Chisolm for being named the 2022-2023 Delaware State Athletes of the Year. They got these awards for their leadership and success in…
47 ABC Chief Meteorologist celebrates birthday
SALISBURY, Md. - 47 ABC's Chief Meteorologist Rich Wirdzek celebrated his birthday on Sunday. We're told he spent the day with family and friends at the beach and enjoyed some crabs on…
Cambria Hotel donates to Diakonia
OCEAN CITY, Md. - The Cambria Hotel in Ocean City donated $5,000 to the homeless shelter Diakonia. They also provided a pool party for five families in their emergency shelter. We want…
TidalHealth doctors elected Fellows of the American College of Physicians
SALISBURY, Md. - TidalHealth has announced that doctors Sameer Shaik-Abdul and Shahabuddin Soherwardi have been elected Fellows of the American College of Physicians. The distinction recognizes achievements in internal medicine, the specialty of…
IRSD Teacher of the Year announced
DELAWARE - Kasey Revel of Sussex Central High School has been selected as the Indian River School District's Teacher of the Year. She has been an agri-science teacher at Sussex Central since…
Bayhealth raises over $43,000 for Go Pink campaign
DELAWARE - Bayhealth raised over $43,000 for its Go Pink campaign. All funds are split between Bayhealth and the Delaware Breast Cancer Coalition to provide cancer screenings and education to local residents.…
Worcester Co. School Resource Officer of the Year recognized
WORCESTER CO., Md. - Worcester County Sheriff's Deputy Patricia Donelson was recognized as the School Resource Officer of the Year. She was recognized by the American Legion Post 166 as part of…
Hebron Savings Bank gives financial lessons to local students
SALISBURY, Md. - Hebron Savings Bank managers delivered financial literacy lessons to local K through 8 students. The bankers raised financial awareness through in-school presentations promoting responsible saving habits. Employees taught students…
Dorchester Co. teacher celebrates retirement
DORCHESTER CO., Md. - Congratulations are in order for Mrs. Laura Layton on her retirement. She was an English teacher for over 50 years and served 8 years on the Board of Education.…
SU Jazz Festival to be held this week
SALISBURY, Md. - Salisbury University's Peter and Judy Jackson Music Program will be hosting a Jazz Festival this week. Concerts will be held in the Holloway Hall auditorium on Wednesday and Thursday…
Maple Elementary playgroup works on garden
DORCHESTER CO., Md. - Lil Cubs playgroup from Maple Elementary spent part of their day getting dirty in their Spring Garden. The kids were put to work planting tomatoes, radishes, carrots, and…
47 ABC MCO receives Earth Day Photography Award
SALISBURY, Md. - 47 ABC Master Control Operator Josh Griffin received an award from Wor-Wic Community College for his participation in their Earth Day photo contest. Way to go Josh! We want…
Rosenfeld's celebrates 10 years
REHOBOTH BEACH, Del. - Rosenfeld's Deli is celebrating its 10-year anniversary. The Jewish Delicatessen has three locations here on the shore. We want to hear your good news, just email newsroom@47abc.com.
DSU Step Team takes first place
DELAWARE - Delaware State University's Step Team was crowned the National Collegiate Performing Arts National Step Champions. Over the weekend, teams from 18 different states met in New York to compete. Not…
UMES breaks ground on new fields
PRINCESS ANNE, Md. - UMES broke ground on their brand new baseball and softball fields this week. It's a much needed upgrade, as both teams were playing and practicing at Salisbury University.…
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