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Masonic Charities donates to Dover Police Athletic League
DOVER, Del. - Masonic Charities of Delaware donated $5,000 to the Dover Police Athletic League. We want to hear your good news, just email newsroom@47abc.com.
Berlin hosting Valentine's Day Photo Contest
BERLIN, Md. - The Town of Berlin is hosting a Valentine's Day Photo contest. It runs until February 14th, and to participate, all you need to do is upload a photo to…
Operation Zipp Up a success
DOVER, Del. - Delaware Probation and Parole held its 16th annual Operation Zipp Up clothing campaign. Through the initiative, donated coats, blankets, gloves, hats, socks, and more are collected and distributed to…
Salisbury FD members read to West Salisbury students
SALISBURY, Md. - Second graders at West Salisbury Elementary School got some very special visitors this week. Members of the Salisbury Fire Department read aloud for a reading campaign, all to promote…
Sussex Co. 4th grader wins DelDOT "Name That Plow" contest
SUSSEX CO., Del. - Rehoboth Elementary School 4th grader Sophie Rowley was selected as the Sussex County winner for the Name That Plow contest hosted by DelDOT. "Ice Ice Bladey" was selected…
James M. Bennett science teacher honored
SALISBURY, Md. - Lillia Khmarskaia, a science teacher at James M. Bennett High School, was named a recipient of the National Science Teachers Association award for new teachers. The award is given…
Mardela wrestling coach wins 200th match
WICOMICO CO., Md. - Congratulations to Coach Dion Johnson for winning his 200th career match as the head coach of the Mardela wrestling team. He achieved his 200th victory at the Nandua tournament.…
Millsboro Fire Company retiree recognized
MILLSBORO, Del. - Congratulations to retiree Dick Ward of the Millsboro Fire Company for being recognized as a Lifetime instructor. He's been an instructor for 15 years and has had an outstanding record…
Salisbury Zoo tortoise turns 42
SALISBURY, Md. - Happy Birthday to the Salisbury Zoo's oldest animal, Lucy the Gopher Tortoise. Lucy just turned 42 and got a special treat for her birthday. We want to hear your…
Laurel Police Chief retires
LAUREL, Del. - Congratulations to Chief Danny Wright of the Laurel Police Department on his upcoming retirement. Chief Wright has been in law enforcement since 1988 and started at the Ocean City…
Diakonia receives table donation
WORCESTER CO., Md. - Home Depot in Ocean City and Donna Brock donated lifetime folding tables to Diakonia. These tables will provide a space for clients to eat and also assist with…
SFD Lieutenant receives Mayor's Award
SALISBURY, Md. - Lieutenant Zach Bridges with the Salisbury Fire Department received the Mayor's Award for exemplary service. Last year, Lieutenant Bridges re-started the Salisbury Fire Department's Junior Fire Academy, bringing improvements…
SPD honors employee for milestone anniversary
SALISBURY, Md. - The Salisbury Police Department is celebrating a milestone work anniversary for one of its employees. Maria Murphy, Chief Administrative Records Clerk, is marking 50 years with the agency. She…
Wicomico Co. man honored with AARP Andrus Award
WICOMICO CO., Md. - Allen Brown with the Wicomico Retired School Association received AARP's Andrus Award for Community Service. This award is given to individuals age 50 and over who volunteer their…
Worcester Prep School completes DARE Program
BERLIN, Md. - Worcester Preparatory School's 5th grade class successfully completed the D.A.R.E Program. Sheriff Matt Crisafulli educated students about the dangers of drugs and alcohol, as well as good decision making…
Easton PD officer promoted to Lieutenant
EASTON, Md. - Milton Orellana with the Easton Police Department was recently promoted to the rank of Lieutenant. With his newly appointed position, Lieutenant Orellana will serve as Commander of Special Operations…
Firefighters visit local school to kick off Blazing A Trail for Literacy
SALISBURY, Md. - Firefighters visited Faith Baptist School to kick off Blazing A Trail for Literacy. The program has firefighters read a book to the second graders once a month for the…
Somerset Co. teachers win Cash for Class contest
SOMERSET CO., Md. - Four Somerset County Public School teachers won the annual Cash for Class contest sponsored by the Hertrich Family of Automotive Dealers. Educators across Delmarva submitted video requests to…
Junior Achievement gala a success
SALISBURY, Md. - Senator Mary Beth Carozza was able to attend the Junior Achievement of the Eastern Shore team at their gala. They celebrated local students and provided them with quality and…
Harriet Tubman Museum presenting info for Black History Month
CAMBRIDGE, Md. - The Harriet Tubman Museum is announcing their new education and display for Black History Month. This February 3rd and 4th, the museum will be presenting its Journey Through Art…
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