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Buckingham students learn about fire safety
BERLIN, Md. - The Berlin Fire Department stopped by Buckingham Elementary School last week as part of National Fire Prevention Week. Students got to check out the firefighters' equipment and learn about…
Seaford employee celebrates 25 years
SEAFORD, Del. - Seaford Recreation Coordinator Tina Hurley is celebrating 25 years. She's been a staple in the organization, ensuring the recreation programs continue to be some of the best in the area.…
Crisfield Police Captain retires
CRISFIELD, Md. - Congratulations to retiring Captain JP for 38 years of service with the Crisfield Police Department. He has made a difference in many people's lives and is known in the…
Second annual Special Olympics Unified Bocce Tournament a success
DOVER, Del. - Dover High School hosted its second annual Special Olympics Unified Bocce Tournament last week. Burke Equipment staff members volunteered to work with the team's skills and strategies and also…
Cambridge PD Sergeant named Officer of the Month
CAMBRIDGE, Md. - Cambridge Police Sergeant Logan Rippons and his K-9 partner Aria have been named Officer of the Month for September. Sergeant Logan plays a vital role at the police station…
JMB teacher named a September Extra Mile Award recipient
SALISBURY, Md. - Ms. Victoria Olinde is being recognized as one of three Wicomico County Public Schools Extra Mile Award recipients. She went above and beyond her normal duties during the month…
Crisfield Teacher of the Year recognized
CRISFIELD, Md. - Crisfield High School Teacher of the Year Erin Walbert was recognized by the RHO ETA Chapter at Salisbury University as a Lower Eastern Shore Teacher of Distinction. We want…
Salisbury School raises money for the Tyler Walsh Fund
SALISBURY, Md. - The Salisbury School's SGA recently organized a fundraiser for the Tyler Walsh Fund. Through the school's "Dragon Dollar Days", students were encouraged to wear orange, which is Tyler's favorite…
Focus Multisports sends items to hurricane victims
SUSSEX CO., Del. - Last Thursday, Focus Multisports co-owner Rick Hundley and their race director flew over 300 pounds of powdered nutrition drink mix to North Carolina to hurricane victims. In addition…
Sussex Tech Adult Education receives grant from Invista
GEORGETOWN, Del. - The Sussex Tech Adult Education Program recently received a $2,500 donation from Invista Seaford. This donation will help with partnerships for future employees in the electrical and welding apprenticeship…
Dewey Beach working to combat cigarette litter
DEWEY BEACH, Del. - Keep Delaware Beautiful and the Town of Dewey Beach are teaming up to combat cigarette litter. With the help of a $20,000 grant, they're installing eight cigarette butt…
Local students learn how to make butter
DORCHESTER CO., Md. - As part of Farm School Week, students at Maple Elementary School got to experiment and learn how to make their own butter right in the classroom. We want…
Mission BBQ employee thanked for fundraising
SALISBURY, Md. - The Salisbury Fire Department said thank you to Mission BBQ employee Breyele Davis with a ride in Engine 16. Breyele sold over 800 Hero Cups in fundraising to support…
Redmens Tony Tank organizes Helene relief effort
FRUITLAND, Md. - Shoutout to the Tony Tank Tribe for organizing a Helene relief effort in our community. They collected donations like canned foods, cleaning supplies, first aid supplies, and baby items. The…
Long Neck Elementary Principal recognized
LONG NECK, Del. - Kathleen Wilson was celebrated as Indian River's Principal of the Day. She is the principal of Long Neck Elementary School and is known for her amazing leadership and…
Macky's donates to Worcester Humane Society
WORCESTER CO., Md. - Macky's showed support in a big way for the Worcester County Humane Society last week. They donated 20% of their proceeds from their Waggin' Dine and Donate Fundraiser,…
Celebrating National Principal's Month
GEORGETOWN, Del. - October is National School Principal's Month, which recognizes the essential role they play in making schools great. We want to recognize Dr. David Carter, the Principal of Georgetown Middle…
Downtown Salisbury businesses receive proceeds from Folk Fest initiative
SALISBURY, Md. - Several downtown Salisbury businesses were presented with their proceeds from the Maryland Folk Festival Wristband Initiative. The Downtown Salisbury Business Alliance coordinated the effort, and participating businesses offered deals…
Local student named Commended Student in National Merit Scholarship Program
SELBYVILLE, Del. - Congratulations to Gabriel Young for being named a Commended Student in the 2025 National Merit Scholarship Program. He is one of about 34,000 commended students from across the United…
Flock Supervisors receive awards
OCEAN CITY, Md. - 11 Flock Supervisors from Delmarva's chicken companies received Outstanding Flock Supervisor awards at the Delmarva Chicken Association's 59th annual meeting. Flock supervisors make important contributions to Delmarva's chicken…
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