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Dorchester Co. students get visit from Santa and Mrs. Claus
DORCHESTER CO., Md. - Students from Dorchester County Public Schools were visited by Santa and Mrs. Claus last week. They must have been on the good list this year, as they got…
SFD Sergeant and SWIFT Team honored at banquet
SALISBURY, Md. - Salisbury Fire Department's Sergeant David Phippin and the SWIFT Team received the Mayor's Award for Exemplary Service at the City of Salisbury Annual Banquet. We want to hear your…
Horse rescued in Harbeson
HARBESON, Del. - The Sussex County Technical Rescue team recently saved a horse. Kent County Special Operations and the owners' veterinarian were also able to help out with the rescue. The horse was…
Laurel Christmas Parade a success
LAUREL, Del. - Laurel held their annual Christmas Parade on Friday, and some of 47 ABC's very own participated. Good Morning Delmarva host Jordie Clark and Meteorologist Sloane Haines were in attendance,…
Georgetown holds annual Christmas Parade
GEORGETOWN, Del. - Georgetown held their annual Christmas Parade Thursday evening, and some of 47 ABC's very own were in attendance. Anchor/Reporter Rob Petree, Meteorologist Ulises Garcia, and Photographer Kolby Redden participated…
UMES students decorate Christmas trees
PRINCESS ANNE, Md. - Student leaders at UMES got in the holiday spirit by decorating Christmas trees to represent their organizations. They will now be on display for all the campus and…
Fruitland PD receives Playabowls donation
FRUITLAND, Md. - The Fruitland Police Department recently received a generous donation of desert bowls from Playabowls in Salisbury. What a thoughtful and delicious treat for our local first responders! We want to…
Pets on the Plaza: Meet Domingo
Meet Domingo, a 1-year-old tabby cat available for adoption through the Worcester County Humane Society at 410-213-0146.
Rehoboth Beach Fire Company receives award
REHOBOTH BEACH, Del. - The Rehoboth Beach Volunteer Fire Company received an award from the International Company of Fire Chiefs for their recruitment and retention membership program at the VCOS Symposium in…
Dorchester Co. students donate to Baywater Animal Rescue
CAMBRIDGE, Md. - Students from Dorchester County Public Schools donated some treats and toys to the cats and dogs at the Baywater Animal Rescue. Way to go to all the students that…
Pocomoke holds Holiday Parade
POCOMOKE CITY, Md. - Pocomoke City held their annual Holiday Parade on Monday evening. 47 ABC Chief Meteorologist Rich Wirdzek and Reporter Javari Burnett walked in the parade, handing out…
Milford PD Toy Drive to be held Dec. 9th & 10th
MILFORD, Del. - The Milford Police Department and the Take My Hand Ministries are holding their annual toy drive on December 9th and 10th. The event is at Benvenuto Restaurant in Milford…
Cambridge PD thanks community for successful Thanksgiving dinner
CAMBRIDGE, Md. - The Cambridge Police Department is thanking community members who came out to their Thanksgiving dinner. With the help of the community, they were able to feed about 275 people.…
Local family sponsors Diakonia Christmas Tree
OCEAN PINES, Md. - Barbara and Dan Peletier took time with their family on Wednesday to sponsor a Diakonia Christmas tree at Ocean Pines Recreation and Parks. This is their second year…
UMES alum selected to lead Martin State Airport
PRINCESS ANNE, Md. - Congratulations to University of Maryland Eastern Shore Aviation Science alumnus Harold Fowler. The Maryland Department of Transportation selected Fowler to lead the Martin State Airport in Baltimore as the…
DNREC teaming up with USMC for Toys for Tots
DELAWARE - The Delaware Natural Resources Police are once again teaming up with the United States Marine Corp Reserve Toys for Tots Program to provide gifts and toys for children in local communities.…
47 ABC anchor cooks Thanksgiving dinner for staff
SALISBURY, Md. - Our very own Rob Petree was so generous as to cook the entire staff working the holiday at 47 ABC a Thanksgiving dinner. Thanks Rob for your thoughtfulness and…
SPD receives Thanksgiving meals
SALISBURY, Md. - Salisbury Police received delicious Thanksgiving meals from Market Street Inn and Mojos. Thank you to both restaurants for caring for our first responders this Thanksgiving, and thank you to…
Millsboro PD receives Thanksgiving donation
MILLSBORO, Del. - The Millsboro Police Department recently received a generous donation from Tailbangers Dog Bakery. Each officer was given a free turkey for Thanksgiving, plus a box of dog treats for any…
Milford PD congratulates detective on promotion
MILFORD, Del. - The Milford Police Department is congratulating Richard Dafronte on his recent promotion to Corporal. He currently serves in the department as a detective in the criminal division. Congratulations to…
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