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UMES student selected for White House HBCU Scholars Program
PRINCESS ANNE, Md. - Congratulations are in order for UMES students Brittney Henry and Khamara Logan. These two were selected to participate in this year's White House HBCU Scholars Program. We want to…
Milford officer promoted to Senior Corporal
MILFORD, Del. - Congratulations are in order for Milford Police Officer Rhett Malone on his promotion to Senior Corporal. Malone is currently assigned to the Patrol Division, Special Operations Group and is…
Third Friday returns with "Water World" theme
SALISBURY, Md. - This month's Third Friday theme is Water World. There will be local artists and crafters along with music and entertainment for all ages. It will take place this Friday,…
Grand opening held for Dover ice cream shop
DOVER, Del. - The Central Delaware Chamber of Commerce is excited to announce the grand opening and groundbreaking of "The Scoop" ice cream shop. The new small business is coming to town…
Salisbury man awarded for volunteerism, leadership
SALISBURY, Md. - Don Taylor was granted the Salisbury Award after being recognized for his long record of youth leadership, volunteerism, and service to the less fortunate. Don is responsible for dozens…
Salisbury Fire Department receives award
SALISBURY, Md. - The Salisbury Fire Department has received national recognition from the American Heart Association. They were awarded the Gold status for their outstanding care. This comes after they received bronze,…
Caroline Co. expands Pre-K 3 program
CAROLINE CO., Md. - Caroline County has announced an expansion of their Pre-K program for 3-year-olds. Schools say parents can now enroll their students. We want to hear your good…
Caroline Co. Lieutenant retires
CAROLINE CO., Md. - Congratulations are in order for Lieutenant Robert Nepert on his retirement. He is retiring after serving 30 years in the Caroline County community. We want to hear your…
Worcester Co. Sheriff recognized
WORCESTER CO., Md. - Worcester County Sheriff Matt Crisafulli was named Public Safety Official of the Year. The honor came through a public vote in Coastal Style's Magazine's "Best Of". This is…
Local animal rescue receives donations following Amazon Prime Day
SUSSEX CO, Del. - On Amazon Prime Day, Sussex County Animal Whimsical Animal Rescue put out a call on social media, asking people to buy from their wishlist to support their rescue.…
Local baseball player drafted by MLB
MARYLAND - The dreams of a local family on Delmarva came true on Tuesday night when the Tampa Bay Rays drafted Hayden Snelsire in the 17th round of the annual Major League…
World's Largest Rubber Duck coming to Crisfield
CRISFIELD, MD. - The world's largest rubber duck is coming to the lower shore. It will be docking at the Little Big Townfest in Crisfield August 11th through 13th. Crisfield officials say…
Celebrating DSP Troop 4 Administrative Assistant on 73 years of service
GEORGETOWN, Del. - Delaware State Police are recognizing Ms. Constance "Connie" Dick, the Administrative Assistant at Troop 4 in Georgetown. Ms. Conne is starting her 73rd year of service with DSP and has…
Brightside star promoted to Assistant Principal in Wicomico Co.
SALISBURY, Md. - Kamesha Miller, who was featured on one of our Brightside segments for her community "in-reach" at Bennett Middle School, will now serve as an Assistant Principal at Wicomico High…
Becker Morgan Group donates to Village of Hope
SALISBURY, Md. - The Becker Morgan Group donated $4,000 to the Village of Hope in Salisbury as part of the firm's 40th anniversary. The group says they chose to celebrate by giving…
Island Creamery named Best Ice Cream Shop
CHINCOTEAGUE, Va. - Island Creamery has won Best Ice Cream Shop in the USA, according to USA Today. Congratulations to all locations, including Chincoteague, Berlin, and Salisbury. We want to hear your…
New additions to North Dorchester Student Services team announced
CAMBRIDGE, Md. - North Dorchester High School has announced new additions to their 2023-2024 Student Services Team. Ms. Sarah Hopkins and Ms. Kaitlyn Prekrel are coming on board to help guide the…
Del. students attend national stem conference
DELAWARE - Delaware students earned innovative honors at a national stem conference last week. It was the 45th annual Technology Student Association Conference in Kentucky. 130 student leaders from Delaware attended from…
Julia Glanz recognized by Maryland Daily Record
MARYLAND - Former Salisbury City Administrator Julia Glanz has been named one of Maryland's Leading Women Under 40 by the Maryland Daily Record. The local publication celebrates professional women and recognizes the…
Senator Carozza awarded honorary membership
MARYLAND - Maryland State Senator Mary Beth Carozza was awarded honorary membership into the First State Detachment of the Marine Corps League. She was honored for her support of the military and…
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