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Three local students recognized by National Merit Scholarship Program
BERLIN, Md. - Three students from Worcester Prep were recently named this year's commended students in the National Merit Scholarship Program. Max Huber, Kurt Leinemann, and Kat Marini are all seniors at…
Local high school senior volunteers to help provide food to those in need
BERLIN, Md. - One local high school senior is doing all she can to help provide food to those who need it. Abigail Hudson, a senior at Stephen Decatur High School, has…
Rehoboth Beach announces completion of new Convention Center mural
REHOBOTH BEACH, Del. - The city of Rehoboth Beach announced on Monday that their coastal themed mural at the Convention Center is now complete. After almost two weeks of painting, the outside…
Grandparents visit Dorchester Co. elementary school
SECRETARY, Md. - One local elementary school recently had some special visitors for a day. Warwick Elementary School grandparents filled classrooms, helping with school work, meeting new students, and spending time with…
Eastern Shore wood carver honored in DC
WASHINGTON, D.C. - An Eastern Shore man was recently honored in our nation's capitol. Rich Smoker from Marion Station was honored as part of the 2019 National Heritage Fellows by the National Endowment…
Couple makes donation to AGH in honor of late loved one
BERLIN, Md. - One local couple recently made a $10,000 donation to Atlantic General Hospital in honor of a loved one who passed away. David and Patricia Shaffer donated the money after…
Salisbury pie shop earns Best Pie in Maryland
SALISBURY, Md. - One Salisbury pie shop now holds the title of "Best Pie Shop in the state". The Ugly Pie, which is located in Downtown Salisbury, announced the win on their…
Del. middle school earns highest test scores
GEORGETOWN, Del. - One Delaware school recently secured the state's highest test scores on the Smarter Balanced Math and English Language Arts Assessment. We're told 93 percent of the middle school's students are…
Community Foundation of the Eastern Shore grants scholarships to over 400 students
SALISBURY, Md. - The Community Foundation of the Eastern Shore (CFES) recently granted scholarships to more than 400 students, totaling $600,000. We're told that CFES gave scholarships to students all over the…
Pohanka donates backpacks to Adopt-A-Block program
SALISBURY, Md. - Pohanka of Salisbury recently made a donation to a program helping people across Wicomico County. Under the leadership of Emmanuel Wesleyan Church, the Adopt-A-Block program helps children throughout the…
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…
"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…
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