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Capital School District recognizes Educational Support Professional of the Year
DELAWARE - Congratulations to Mrs. Leisha Rutkowski on becoming the 2024 Capital School District Educational Support Professional of the Year. Thank you for everything you do! We want to hear your good…
SPD Lieutenant graduates from FBI National Academy
SALISBURY, Md. - The Salisbury Police Department has added Lieutenant Dean Popovich to its alumni of the FBI National Academy. Lieutenant Popovich graduated from the 292nd session of the 10-week academy last…
Fruitland Christmas for Kids event a success
FRUITLAND, Md. - The Fruitland Fire and Police Departments put on their 2024 Christmas for Kids event on Saturday. Thanks to support from the community, all toys were purchased with donations for the…
Millsboro PD Corporal recognized
MILLSBORO, Del. - Congratulations to Millsboro Police Department Corporal John Wharton for receiving his third Exceptional Performance Commendation award. Corporal John Wharton is recognized for his continuous support for community outreach events.…
Cambridge PD receives Shop with a Cop donation
CAMBRIDGE, Md. - The Cambridge Police Department is thanking Paul Davis of Delmarva for donating $3,000 toward the annual Shop with a Cop event. The department says this is the second year…
SFD Captain completes Acting Assistant Chief training
SALISBURY, Md. - Congratulations to Salisbury Fire Department Captain Mike Carbaugh for completing the training and educational requirements to serve as an Acting Assistant Chief. We want to hear your good news,…
Over 100 animals adopted from Humane Society of Wicomico Co. in October
SALISBURY, Md. - The Humane Society of Wicomico County helped more than 100 animals find their forever homes during the month of October. We want to hear your good news, just email…
OCPD K-9 Klem retires
OCEAN CITY, Md. - The Ocean City Police Department has announced the retirement of K-9 Klem after eight years of dedicated service with his handler, Corporal Danielle Braniff. Born in the Netherlands…
Delmar Elementary fundraiser top sellers celebrate
DELMAR, Md. - Delmar Elementary students who were top sellers for the Joe Corbi's fundraiser celebrated with a pizza party on Monday as a reward for their efforts. We want to hear…
Talbot Co. Sheriff's Office raises money during No Shave November
TALBOT CO., Md. - The Talbot County Sheriff's Office raised more than $7,000 for the Tunnel to Towers Foundation during No Shave November. The foundation works towards ending veteran homelessness nationwide. We…
Tilghman Island Crab Basket tree goes up
TALBOT CO., Md. - The Tilghman Island Crab Basket tree went up for the holidays on Sunday. The event brings together the warm and caring community of Tilghman Island and beyond. All…
39th Operation Teddy Bear a success
SALISBURY, Md. - Members of Perdue Farms and community volunteers gathered at the Holly Center on Saturday for the 39-year holiday tradition, Operation Teddy Bear. They provided residents with rides in big rigs…
Laurel Middle School employee honored
LAUREL, Del. - Congratulations to Sara Jo Whaley of Laurel Middle School on her well-deserved nomination as the State Educational Support Professional of the Year. While she didn't take home the top…
Alpha Phi Alpha members drop off donuts for Pocomoke City employees
POCOMOKE, Md. - Members of the Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. Delta Omicron Lambda Chapter stopped by Pocomoke City Hall with donuts for employees. They also stopped by the Pocomoke City Police…
Cambridge South Dorchester Honor Roll students celebrated
CAMBRIDGE, Md. - Cambridge South Dorchester High School celebrated the Quarter 1 Honor Roll students with an ice cream social. Students received their awards and ate ice cream with their friends. We…
Dover Police announce recipient of Distinguished Citizen Award
DOVER, Del. - Jermaine Milam has been honored with the Dover Police Department Distinguished Citizen Award. Milam happened to be exiting a local Staples store on September 27th when he heard a…
DSU launches custom Crocs
DELAWARE - Delaware State University has launched its very own Hornet Crocs. The school is the first HBCU to create a custom Crocs store, and more than 300 pairs were sold in…
Delaware school feeds community members
DELAWARE - William Henry Middle School hosted and fed over 300 community members. They also shared in some pre-holiday festivities. We want to hear your good news, just email newsroom@wmdt.com.
City of Rehoboth receives national honors for Distinguished Budget Presentation
REHOBOTH BEACH, Del. - Congratulations to the City of Rehoboth for receiving national honors for Distinguished Budget Presentation. This is the 4th year that the city has won the award, which recognizes…
Dover PD Academy preps for Blue Light Vigil
DOVER, Del. - Getting ready for Sunday night's Blue Light Vigil, honoring those who have given their lives in the line of duty, the Dover Police Department Academy thoroughly cleaned the Law Enforcement…
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