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New Pocomoke High School Assistant Principal announced
POCOMOKE, Md. - Congratulations to Jeff Postell, the new Assistant Principal at Pocomoke High School. He brings over 15 years of experience in education to the role. Postell is a father of…
SPD welcomes new K-9
SALISBURY, Md. - The Salisbury Police Department just welcomed its newest member, K-9 Tex. The four-legged officer just started training, and police say he's learning really fast. Don't be fooled by his…
Lewes PD welcomes new Lieutenant
LEWES, Del. - Congratulations to Lieutenant John Crow, who is joining the Lewes Police Department. He and his family just moved to the area, and he has been assigned as Commanding Officer…
Bennett Middle straight A students rewarded with field trip
SALISBURY, Md. - Congratulations to the 30 Bennett Middle School students who earned straight As for the first, second, and third terms. They were rewarded with a field trip to Coastal Wilds,…
Salisbury Fire Department member promoted
SALISBURY, Md. - Congratulations to John Dennis on his promotion from EMS Sergeant to EMS Lieutenant in Salisbury. We want to hear your good news, just email newsroom@wmdt.com.
Wirdzek family welcomes new member
MARYLAND - The Wirdzek family has a new member! Congratulations to Chief Meteorologist Rich Wirdzek's brother and sister in law on the birth of their son, Anthony Lou Wirdzek, born at 1:13…
Harrington Police Chief retires
HARRINGTON, Del. - Congratulations to Harrington Police Chief Adam Gillespie on his retirement. Chief Gillespie began his law enforcement career with the agency in 2004. He was awarded Officer of the Year…
YWCA Delaware teams up with Water is Life Kenya
DELAWARE - YWCA Delaware teamed up with Water is Life Kenya, collecting 18 boxes of feminine care items to be distributed to community organizations across the state. For every local donation, Water…
Ocean City-Berlin Opti-Ms Club donates to Stephen Decatur football team
WORCESTER CO., Md. - The Ocean City-Berlin Opti-Ms Club donated $1,000 to the Stephen Decatur Football Team. This donation will help provide equipment and cover other expenses to help keep the team…
Seaford School District names Educational Support Professional of the Year
SEAFORD, Del. - Kira Bryan has been named the Seaford School District's Educational Support Professional of the Year. Kira is a Para Educator in the Autism Program at Blades Elementary School. She's…
Oyster Recovery Partnership recycles over 350k bushels of oysters
DELMARVA - To date, the Oyster Recovery Partnership has recycled over 350,000 bushels of oyster shells. The shells are taken from restaurants and planted back in the Chesapeake Bay, helping to build…
Indian River School District employees recognized for perfect attendance
DELAWARE - Congratulations to Indian River bus driver Tracey Bonneville and bus aide Lisa Hudson. They were both honored for their perfect attendance records during the school year. We want to hear…
Clear Space Theatre Company holds successful fundraiser
REHOBOTH BEACH, Del. - The Clear Space Theatre Company recently held a record fundraiser, raising almost $107,000 at its Tony Party. The funds directly support the theater and arts-based learning opportunities for…
Georgetown Middle students beautify garden
GEORGETOWN, Del. - Georgetown Middle School students recently helped beautify the school's herb and sensory garden. They added accessories to the planting tables and assembled flower beds. We want to hear your…
Indian River High School student honored
SELBYVILLE, Del. - 11th grader Allison Browning was just honored with the Leo Club Medal of Honor. Browning is a student at Indian River High School and was honored for her outstanding…
Indian River SD employees complete Comprehensive Induction Program
DELAWARE - Congratulations to the 30 educators, three school counselors, and two nurses with the Indian River School District who completed the Comprehensive Induction Program. This program helps new employees or staff…
Students visit Worcester County Veterans Memorial
BERLIN, Md. - 5th graders from Snow Hill and Berlin Intermediate Schools visited the Worcester County Veterans Memorial last week as part of a field trip focusing on learning about those local…
DSP Special Operations Officer retires
DELAWARE - Congratulations to Delaware State Police Special Operations Officer Major Pete Sawyer on his well-deserved retirement. His career spans over three decades, which State Police officials say was marked by dedication,…
Wicomico Co. employee recognized for 50 years
WICOMICO CO., Md. - Congratulations to Dave L Tolbert in the Wicomico County Roads Department. He was honored by County Executive Julie Giordano to celebrate his 50 years of service. Tolbert started…
Sussex Academy seniors receive scholarships
SUSSEX CO., Del. - More than $150,000 in scholarships were awarded to this year's graduating seniors at Sussex Academy. The 112 students will be moving on to 60 different schools and branches…
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