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TidalHealth nurse earns Sunshine Award
SALISBURY, Md. - Congratulations to Ron'Sha Cornish for earning a Sunshine Award for August. She's a CNA at TidalHealth Peninsula Regional and is being recognized for her professionalism, kindness, and compassion. She…
Talbot Co. welcomes back alumni as teachers
TALBOT CO., Md. - As Talbot County is gearing up for the new school year, it's also welcoming back 13 alumni to teach in the school system. Good luck this year teachers!…
Dorchester Co. TOY receives car
DORCHESTER CO., Md. - At Dorchester County Public Schools' Back to School event on Friday, Katelyn Blair got a new set of wheels. She won the county's Teacher of the Year award…
Salisbury Zoo Capybara celebrates 10th birthday
SALISBURY, Md. - Faith the Capybara turned 10 years old this weekend. This sweetheart calls the Salisbury Zoo her home. We want to hear your good news, just email newsroom@wmdt.com.
UMES receives $2.3 million in federal funding for community projects
PRINCESS ANNE, Md. - The University of Maryland Eastern Shore's Center for Entrepreneurship and Innovation has been awarded $2.3 million in federal funding for community led projects. These projects aim to boost…
Talbot Co. Sheriff's Office receives bulletproof vest donation
TALBOT CO., Md. - The Talbot County Sheriff's Office recently received bulletproof and stab-protective vests. This is all thanks to a donation from Vested Interest K-9, whose mission is to provide protective…
NASA Wallops volunteers visit Wor-Wic summer program
SALISBURY, Md. - Volunteers from NASA Wallops Flight Facility visited Wor-Wic Community College to share the fun of science and engineering in the college's summer program. The NASA team helped children make…
OC Surf Club donates to Beach Patrol
OCEAN CITY, Md. - The Ocean City Surf Club donated $4,000 to the Ocean City Beach Patrol for a new ocean rescue board. They also helped sponsor their kids' ocean safety activity…
Bank of America donates to Food Bank of Delaware
DELAWARE - Bank of America donated $75,000 to support the Food Bank of Delaware's Mobile Pantry and Backpack programs. They also spent the afternoon packing meal kits for the Backpack Program. We…
Black Excellence Community Fund celebrates Black Philanthropy Month
MARYLAND - The Black Excellence Community Fund, a Community Foundation of the Eastern Shore Giving Circle, celebrated Black Philanthropy Month by awarding grants to three Lower Shore nonprofits at an evening dinner…
Wicomico Co. teachers attend New Teacher Breakfast
WICOMICO CO., Md. - New teachers reported back to school Monday morning. They started their day at the New Teacher Breakfast with principals and school leaders, then spent the rest of the…
Parkside grad recognized at national level
SALISBURY, Md. - 2024 graduate of Parkside High School Michael Bounds is being recognized for his achievements at the national level. Michael placed in the top ten for CNC Programmers at the…
WMDT Sales Manager volunteers at Float for the Fund event
SALISBURY, Md. - Sunday evening, WMDT Sales Manager Stephanie Willey volunteered for the Shorebirds "Float for the Fund" event. This event allows fans to purchase special root beer float mugs and receive…
UMES welcomes Class of 2028
PRINCESS ANNE, Md. - The University of Maryland Eastern Shore welcomed their class of 2028. Good luck to all the new Hawks! We want to hear your good news, just email newsroom@wmdt.com.
HALO receives children's book donation
SALISBURY, Md. - A big thank you from HALO to Stephanie for donating a whole collection of children's books to the shelter. The kids at HALO are allowed to take a book…
Shelter shares success stories for International Homeless Animal Day
WORCESTER CO., Md. - Saturday was International Homeless Animal Day. Town Cats of Ocean City shared all of the success stories on their Facebook page in honor of the day. We want…
Wicomico Co. teachers gear up for new year
WICOMICO CO., Md. - Wicomico County teachers are getting ready to start the school year. They were call given a welcome gift in this year's New Teachers Bag program. Companies like Island…
Del. construction worker retires
SMYRNA, Del. - After working 35 years in the construction field and giving back to the community on the Delmarva Peninsula, Dale is finally retiring from Ironworkers Local 451. He has dedicated…
Wicomico Co. teacher retires
SALISBURY, Md. - Congratulations to Mrs. Nancy Turner for her retirement from Wicomico County Public Schools. Mrs. Turner was an 11th grade English teacher at James M. Bennett High School and worked…
Talbot Co. Emergency Services holds CPR training at Back to School Night
TALBOT CO., Md. - The Talbot County Emergency Services had the opportunity to attend the Back to School Night hosted by the Talbot County Health Department. This gave everyone an opportunity to…
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