The J. M. Clayton Company, located in Dorchester County, Maryland is considered the oldest working crab processing plant in the world. What once began as a small oyster shucking and packing operation grew into its modern day production. The J. M. Clayton Company was founded in 1890 by Captain John Morgan Clayton (known as “Captain Johnnie”). The company has remained in the family for over four generations. The original Clayton’s facility packed seafood and fresh vegetables for delivery by steamboat to
Maryland Capital Enterprises, Inc. (MCE), in collaboration with Somerville Consulting Group, LLC, is thrilled to announce the 2025 Shore and Soar Pitch Competition — an exciting new initiative designed to elevate emerging businesses across Maryland's Eastern Shore and beyond. This first-of-its-kind program will provide small business owners with the chance to compete for cash prizes and invaluable support in their business growth journey. With up to $9,000 in total prizes awarded on each side of the
Cambridge, Md. (June 11, 2025) – Hyatt Regency Chesapeake Bay Golf Resort, Spa and Marina, an award-winning waterfront destination nestled on 342 acres of Maryland’s Eastern Shore, is honoring Pride Month with a special travel promotion. Throughout June, guests can book exclusive rates on overnight stays, ideal for people attending Delmarva Pride Festival or those looking for a relaxing waterfront getaway. “We are thrilled to celebrate Pride Month with a special promotion to our waterfront retreat,”
eNews & Events - June 12, 2025 - June 26, 2025Click Here
Main Street Gallery in Cambridge is excited to be exhibiting the works of local artist, Jose Ramirez this summer. For the months of July and August his oil and watercolor paintings of local eastern shore scenes will hang along with the works of the seven gallery members in his show titled MORE THAN LINES AND COLORS. A plein air and studio painter, Jose says he has always been an artist and that he paints what he loves, what he knows and where he lives. “As an artist, I have found the creative
United Way of the Lower Eastern Shore (UWLES) recently celebrated its 79th Annual Meeting, hosted in partnership with the University of Maryland Eastern Shore. Nearly 200 community members, partners, donors, and volunteers gathered to honor the incredible impact made possible through their collective support.Volunteer of the Year: Bonnie Flinn, ERA Martin Associates The event featured a warm welcome from UWLES President/CEO Pam Gregory, followed by remarks from Dr. Robert Mock, Vice President for Strategic
The Mid-Shore Health Improvement Coalition is making up to three (3) $15,000 mini-grants available to organizations that can implement a Building Healthy Families (BHF) cohort within Caroline or Dorchester counties starting in the fall of 2025. About BHF BHF is a family-based healthy weight program for children and their families. Key behavior change strategies include goal setting for lifestyle modification and weight loss, self-monitoring, rewards/contingency management, role modeling, and stimulus
eNews & Events - June 5, 2025 - June 19, 2025Click Here
The countdown has begun! With summer in full swing, we’re excited to invite you to join us for the 2025 Poor Boy Open Fishing Tournament, happening on Saturday, August 23rd at Portside Seafood Restaurant in Cambridge, MD. This one-of-a-kind tournament challenges every angler to fish using a Barbie rod—all to support a powerful cause. Proceeds from the event help send local students to out-of-state summer camp through ALL4LOVE’s scholarship fund. Register during the month of June and use the code GOFISH to
PUBLIC NOTICEMembers of the Dorchester County Councilwill attend a Ribbon Cutting for the newDorchester County Health Department Locationon Thursday, June 26th at 12 p.m.in Cambridge, Maryland.Information on Ribbon Cutting HERE
Heart to Heart: Coloring Together, a unique new coloring book produced by For All Seasons and created by the agency’s art therapist Jane P. Gordon, LCPAT, ATR-BC, recently debuted at a special tea party for girls and their adult female caregivers. The event held at Brookletts Place in Easton featured a tea party-themed lunch for girls and their parents, mentors, or caregivers. The Women & Girls Fund provided critical seed money for this special project that benefits children and families. “For All Seasons
Shaneatha “Neat” Austin, PCT, is TidalHealth Peninsula Regional’s Sunshine Awardee for May 2025. SALISBURY, Md. – TidalHealth Peninsula Regional is pleased to announce that Shaneatha “Neat” Austin, PCT, of the Behavioral Health Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP), has been selected as its Sunshine Award recipient for May 2025. Austin was recognized for her compassion, dedication, positivity and professionalism. Her nomination is provided below:“Shaneatha ‘Neat’ Austin's compassion, dedication, and
The YMCA of the Chesapeake is proud to announce a major enhancement to its literacy efforts in Dorchester County with the creation of a new Reading Hub and Multipurpose Space at the Robbins Family YMCA in Cambridge. This newly renovated area will serve as a central hub for the Y’s Reading at Grade Level Initiative that will be held the program’s newly hired coordinator, Bryant Whittington.Whittington, a graduate of the University of Maryland Eastern Shore with a degree in Human Ecology and a concentration
Choptank Community Health is hosting a series of New Patient Welcome Sessions at its Chestertown Health Center, shown here, located at 126 Philosophers Terrace, during select hours on June 10 through June 12. Attendees can receive assistance with completing new patient paperwork and explore insurance options and Choptank Health’s sliding fee program, with translation services available, and walk-ins welcome. Learn more by calling 443-215-5353. Mid-Shore families and individuals in need of a primary care
SUSSEX, CAROLINE, DORCHESTER, WICOMICO & WORCESTER COUNTIES – TidalHealth will hold a free Advance Care Planning online class at 1 p.m. on Tuesday, June 10, 2025. What care would you want if you had an unexpected illness? Who would you want to make decisions for your care? Have you talked about your wishes with your loved ones if you are unable to speak for yourself? Learn about Advance Care Planning, which can help you answer these questions. Advance Care Planning refers to making decisions about
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More than four decades of dedicated service on Maryland’s Lower Eastern Shore Salisbury, MD – May 27, 2025 – We welcome our community to join us in celebrating 45 Years at our upcoming 45th Anniversary Gala on Thursday, July 17th at the Fountains Wedding & Conference Center in Salisbury, MD. This momentous occasion commemorates more than four decades of dedicated service on Maryland’s Lower Eastern Shore. Our theme, “A Legacy of Care, Built on 45 Years of Experience”, aims to honor our history,
The Dorchester County Public Library will be holding their Annual Summer reading KickOff Party on Saturday, June 14 from 12-2 p.m. in the Cambridge Library parking lot and along Spring Street (with a rain date of June 21, 12-2 p.m.). The Theme this year is "Color Our World". Last year, we had approximately 300 attendees, and look forward to having many again this year. Sign up for Summer Reading, pick up a free book and goodie bag. Enjoy free food, face painting, balloon characters, crafts, community
SALISBURY, MD. – TidalHealth will hold a free Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) Seminar from 2 to 4 p.m. on Wednesday, May 28, 2025, in the TidalHealth Orthopedics Classroom located at 800 S. Salisbury Boulevard, Unit D in Salisbury, Md. The CDC reports that around 15% of adults in the US have CKD, and up to 90% of adults with CKD are unaware of their condition. TidalHealth’s chronic disease nurses will present on how to slow down disease progression, monitoring your kidney disease, diet, dialysis and
eNews & Events - May 22, 2025 - June 5, 2025Click Here
Accepting the Maryland Stars of Life Outstanding EMS Program Award for SWIFT were, from the left, David Phippin, SWIFT Coordinator and Salisbury Fire Department (SFD) Paramedic; Miranda Webster, SFD SWIFT Paramedic; Aaron Sebach, TidalHealth Community Wellness Nurse Practitioner; Jessica Chase, TidalHealth Community Wellness Social Worker; Tammy Walbert, TidalHealth Community Wellness Clinical Supervisor and Nurse Practitioner. Presenting, far right, is Ted Delbridge, Executive Director, MIEMSS. Not
Cambridge Main Street, Inc. has once again been designated as an Accredited Main Street America program for meeting rigorous performance standards. Each year, Main Street America and its partners announce the list of designated programs to recognize their exceptional commitment to preservation-based economic development and community revitalization through the Main Street Approach™. Main Street America recognizes two tiers of national designation — Affiliate and Accredited. These designations are a
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EVENT DETAILS Stay Alive is a documentary film that conveys an intimate conversation about suicide prevention and mental health, featuring international speaker Kevin Hines, Mark Goulston, MD, Suicide Prevention Expert, and Rayko, Suicide Prevention Advocate. This event will be held on Thursday, June 26, 2025, in the auditorium of Cambridge South Dorchester High School; from 6P – 8P. The Stay Alive mental health documentary film will air from 6P – 7:15P, followed by an impactful discussion panel led by
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“You Raise Me Up” Honors Teachers, Parents, and Community Supporters of Student Musicians The Chorus of Dorchester, Dorchester County’s beloved all-volunteer community choir, is preparing to take the stage once again in two special spring concerts dedicated to the individuals who nurture the musical talents of local youth. Titled “You Raise Me Up,” the program is a heartfelt tribute to the teachers, parents, and community members who encourage Dorchester County’s vocal students. The concerts will be
TidalHealth’s Alice B. Tawes Nursing and Rehabilitation Center invites the community to an engaging and informative Open House on Thursday, May 15, 2025, from Noon to 3 p.m. at its location in Crisfield, Md. This special event offers an opportunity for prospective residents, caregivers, and community members to get an inside look at the exceptional care and services offered at the center. Guests will have the chance to meet and greet with the dedicated care teams, ask questions about services, and learn
BERLIN/SALISBURY/SEAFORD–TidalHealth was again nationally spotlighted in the May 1 release of the Spring 2025 Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade report and remains the highest rated health system in patient care and patient safety in the region. Atlantic General Hospital (AGH) in Berlin, Md., TidalHealth Nanticoke in Seaford, Del. and TidalHealth Peninsula Regional in Salisbury, Md. were all awarded an “A” grade, Leapfrog’s highest honor. The designation recognizes each hospital for its efforts in
eNews & Events - May 1, 2025 - May 15, 2025Click Here
TidalHealth Peninsula Regional is pleased to announce that Marie-Ange Abellard is its 1st Quarter 2025 Monarch Award recipient. This award recognizes TidalHealth phlebotomists for their dedication, compassion, commitment to providing exceptional care to our patients, and service excellence through their actions. Abellard was nominated by her co-workers for the compassion and exemplary service she provided to a recent TidalHealth patient: “I shared a moment with Marie when she was drawing labs on a
TidalHealth's Laboratory Outreach Services team is pleased to announce that Jewel Brown is its 1st Quarter 2025 Monarch Award recipient. This award recognizes TidalHealth phlebotomists for their dedication, compassion, commitment to providing exceptional care to our patients, and service excellence through their actions. Brown joined TidalHealth just over a year ago and floats to all lab outreach locations. She was nominated for the consistent compassion and excellent service she provides to
Leaders of Mid Shore Community Foundation and UM Shore Regional Health met recently to celebrate the MSCF’s $3.8 million gift. Pictured left to right: Rebecca Bair, Vice President, Philanthropy, UM Shore Regional Health; Ken Kozel, President and CEO, UM Shore Regional Health; Alice Ryan, Vice Chair, Board of Directors, MSCF; Buck Duncan, President, MSCF; Moorhead Vermilye, Chair, Board of Directors, MSCF; Charles Capute, Chairman, Board of Trustees, UM Memorial Hospital Foundation and Robbin Hill, Chief
OCEAN PINES, MD. & MILLSBORO, DEL. — TidalHealth Primary and Specialty Care is pleased to announce that Stephanie Riegler and Erin “Melissa” Tyler are its Team Members of the Month for March 2025.Stephanie Riegler, RN, TidalHealth Medical Oncology & Hematology in Ocean Pines Riegler was nominated by Amanda Russo for demonstrating the values of accountability, community, quality and service: ”Stephanie is the heart of our infusion center. While she was out on vacation for a few short days, I was asked
BERLIN, MD. & SEAFORD, DEL. — May is Skin Cancer Awareness Month. Skin cancer is the most common cancer in the United States, but early detection and treatment make it the most curable. TidalHealth is hosting free skin screenings in Ocean Pines and Seaford. Don’t miss this opportunity to take care of your skin health. Early detection of skin issues can make a big difference. Plus, you’ll get professional advice from licensed dermatologists or nurse practitioners, giving you peace of mind for you and your
United Way of the Lower Eastern Shore (UWLES) is thrilled to have our newest event, Over the Edge for ALICE®, a one-of-a-kind urban rappelling adventure, in Downtown Salisbury on Friday, May 2, 2025! This adrenaline pumping fundraiser gives partcipants the opportunity to rappel down The Ross while raising awareness and critical funds to support Lower Shore neighbors who are working hard but struggle each month to meet basic needs. On Friday, May 2, 2025, Over the Edge for ALICE invites the community to
Salisbury University's Business, Economic, and Community Outreach Network (BEACON is conducting a regional survey to explore how businesses across all industries are using - or preparing to use - technologies like automation and artificial intelligence (AI). Your feedback will help shape future programs to support innovation, workforce development, and university-industry collaboration across the Eastern Shore and surrounding regions. The survey is short (around 9 minutes), fully confidential, and open to
eNews & Events - April 24, 2025 - May 8, 2025Click Here
TidalHealth is pleased to welcome Isaac Ball, PA-C, to TidalHealth Urology in Salisbury, Md. Ball received his Bachelor of Science in Community Health from the University of Maine at Farmington and his Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies from the University of New England in Portland, Maine. Ball is a board-certified physician assistant who has more than a decade of experience in various specialties such as emergency medicine, orthopedics, and urology, where he has spent most of his
The digital presence of small businesses is no longer defined by storefronts or static websites. It now stretches across a dynamic mix of platforms—Instagram reels, TikTok videos, Pinterest boards, LinkedIn carousels, and interactive stories on Facebook. In this fast-scrolling environment, visual content isn't a luxury; it's the frontline of communication. It's not about flashy production or massive budgets either—what counts is resonance, clarity, and authenticity, all bundled into imagery that makes
eNews & Events - April 17, 2025 - May 1, 2025Click Here
Tanisha Armstrong is the new Grant Manager at TidalHealth. SALISBURY – The TidalHealth Foundation is proud to announce the appointment of Tanisha Armstrong as the health system’s new Grant Manager. With more than three decades of experience in grants management—including 19 years focused on federal funding—Armstrong brings exceptional expertise and a deep passion for community health to her new role. “We are thrilled to welcome Tanisha to TidalHealth,” said Jessica Hales, Vice President, Chief
TidalHealth and its stroke team announce a series of community stroke walks to promote awareness, education, and prevention of stroke. The event series, entitled “Striding Together for Stroke Prevention: Walk, Learn, and Partner for Health,” will bring together patients, caregivers, and community members for a series of walks at key locations across the region. Led by Stroke Coordinator Lauren Hitchens, MSN, RN, these walks aim to foster a relaxed and informative atmosphere where participants can learn
Cambridge, MD (April 14, 2025). With the return of Spring, road work will resume in Cambridge. The City is pleased to announce a tentative schedule for road resurfacing, beginning with sidewalk crossing improvements for selected streets in mid-April, with paving running through this fall. This year the City will resurface approximately 11,750 linear feet or about 2.2 miles of street. The Engineering Department maintains a list of streets in need of resurfacing, with the worst streets receiving the
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EASTON, Md. (April 8, 2025) – The next Safe Sitter® course, hosted by University of Maryland Shore Regional Health (UM SRH), will take place Saturday, April 26, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at UM Shore Medical Center at Easton. UM SRH is a member organization of the University of Maryland Medical System. The course is taught by UM SRH Women and Children’s Department skilled nurses and is designed for children ages 11 to 13. The course will also be offered Saturday, June 21, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at UM Shore
SALISBURY, MD — Maryland Capital Enterprises (MCE), in collaboration with the Somerville Consulting Group, proudly announces the inaugural Shore and Soar Pitch Competition, created to empower and reward Maryland-based businesses that are on a strong growth trajectory. This exciting new initiative will award two full sets of cash prizes—one for each location—offering $5,000 for first place, $3,000 for second, and $1,000 for third in both Baltimore and on the Eastern Shore. The competition is designed for
For All Seasons’ “Give With Your Heart Campaign” is raising funds to continue its critical work to meet the increased mental health needs of the Eastern Shore with accessible mental health and rape crisis services. This virtual campaign, which will run from April 7 through April 11, underscores the importance of mental health and community connection. During the campaign, the agency is sharing meaningful stories through video interviews shared by For All Seasons’ staff about real-life client stories.
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Hyatt Regency Chesapeake Bay Golf Resort, Spa and Marina, an award-winning waterfront destination nestled on 342 acres of Maryland’s Eastern Shore, announces the completion of an extensive renovation to its meeting and event spaces. This latest enhancement finalizes a comprehensive upgrade to all on-site meeting venues, following the transformation of the resort’s ballrooms in 2023. “Our newly renovated meeting and event spaces are designed to further elevate the resort experiences for groups, offering a
This April, the YMCA of the Chesapeake is proud to recognize Parkinson’s Awareness Month by hosting special events and offering vital programs for those affected by Parkinson’s disease. This April, the YMCA of the Chesapeake is proud to recognize Parkinson’s Awareness Month by hosting special events and offering vital programs for those affected by Parkinson’s disease. In honor of World Parkinson’s Day on April 11th, the community is invited to punch out Parkinson’s through our Fight Back Punch-a-Thon,
For All Seasons recently held an open house for its new location at 315 High Street, Suite 202 in Chestertown. Staff provided information on expanded services and tours of the new downtown space. The new location ties into the agency’s ‘Bringing Mental Health to Main Street’ initiative, bringing services to main streets across the Mid-Shore and making services walkable for people living in the Shore’s towns and cities. Beginning March 24, the agency also began offering its Open Access™ program – a walk-in
Throughout the month of April, in celebration of National Donate Life Month, TidalHealth Peninsula Regional, along with Infinite Legacy, Maryland’s organ procurement organization, will fly the Donate Life Flag in honor of past, present and future organ, eye, and tissue donors and donors in spirit. We invite you to join us and provide coverage of our annual Donate Life flag raising ceremony. What: TidalHealth Peninsula Regional Donate Life flag raising Where: Inside Guerrieri Heart & Vascular Institute
TidalHealth Nanticoke is pleased to announce an expanded partnership with Love INC of Mid-Delmarva, a Seaford-based nonprofit, to address food insecurity among patients. Food insecurity is the condition of not having access to enough food to meet one’s needs. Population health data reveal high rates of food insecurity throughout western Sussex County, especially in Laurel, Bridgeville, Seaford and Georgetown. Research shows that food insecurity can have a negative impact on health
eNews & Events - March 27, 2025 - April 10, 2025Click Here
OCEAN PINES – TidalHealth Delmarva Endoscopy Center in Ocean Pines, Md. has earned the prestigious “Best” status in the 2025 U.S. News & World Report ratings of Ambulatory Surgery Centers (ASCs) in the specialty of Colonoscopy & Endoscopy. This recognition places the center among the top 16% of all ASCs nationwide, highlighting its exceptional commitment to high-quality care, patient safety, and innovation in the field. U.S. News & World Report evaluated over 4,300 ASCs across the United States,
In response to the recent decline in respiratory illness cases, TidalHealth has updated its masking policy, transitioning from mandatory masking to optional masking in all of its facilities. This change comes after a significant increase in COVID-19, Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV), and seasonal influenza cases earlier in the year. The previous temporary masking practices, which required surgical ear loop masks for patients, visitors, and team members in patient rooms and patient-facing areas, will no
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Cambridge, Md. (March 11, 2025) – Hyatt Regency Chesapeake Bay Golf Resort, Spa and Marina, an award-winning waterfront destination nestled on 342 acres of Maryland’s Eastern Shore, is excited to announce its lineup of summer travel experiences. Throughout the summer, guests can enjoy a variety of waterfront activities, family-friendly excursions, and an exclusive seasonal promotion designed to create the ultimate summer getaway. “We are thrilled to welcome guests to Hyatt Regency Chesapeake Bay for an
Cambridge, Md. (March 18, 2025) – Hyatt Regency Chesapeake Bay Golf Resort, Spa and Marina, a premier waterfront resort spanning 342 acres on Maryland’s Eastern Shore, announces its Easter brunch and holiday activities, available for resort guests and the local community. The festive experience will feature a delicious holiday brunch at the newly renovated Water’s Edge Grill and Easter Egg hunts for families. “We are thrilled to welcome our guests and locals for an unforgettable Easter celebration,”
SEAFORD – TidalHealth Foundation is excited to announce the hiring of Isabelle Thompson as the new Development Officer for Sussex County. In this role, Thompson will lead fundraising efforts for TidalHealth Nanticoke and work to engage donors and communities across Sussex County. Thompson will play an integral part in supporting several key healthcare initiatives, including patient assistance funding, the Allen Cancer Center, Women & Children’s services, cardiac care, emergency services, and the Brookes
The Dorchester Chamber of Commerce presented the 2025 C. Robert “Bob” Spedden Service Award to Amanda Fenstermaker at their Annual Meeting on March 13, 2025. Bob Spedden was a well-known and respected leader in the community. He demonstrated a real passion for the revitalization of the County and Cambridge. He served for several years on the Board of Directors of the Dorchester Chamber of Commerce and was the President in 1980-1981. He also served on the Cambridge Yacht Club Board of Governors,
This is a reminder that the MD250 mini grants are still open. The deadline to apply is April 1. Here is a short recap of the 3 grants available: The Citizens Academy Grant: Up to $1,000 to create two programs that allow residents to learn how their local government works, get to know their local elected and staff officials, and learn about opportunities for citizen engagement. Paid Fellowship Grant: The grant is for up to $7,500 and allows for an organization to pay an intern at least $15 an hour and a
FREE Business Training The 8-week program begins on Monday, May 5, and meets via Zoom each Monday from 6 to 9 p.m., with graduation scheduled for Monday, June 30. Small business owners who have been in business for at least two years and have revenue of less than $2 million are encouraged to apply. Session topics include building a sustainable organizational infrastructure; leading people and planning for growth; marketing and selling to B2G, B2B, and B2C sectors; accounting, human resources, legal
Pictured left to right are Senior Vice President/Senior Credit Officer Billie Jo Newman, Burke & Herbert Bank; Andy Hollis, President & CEO of Delmarva Community Services, Inc.; and Eastern Shore Market President Heather Bacher, Burke & Herbert Bank. The Burke & Herbert Bank Foundation recently donated to support Delmarva Community Services, Inc. (DCS) in Cambridge to help further the vital role DCS plays for local families, children, students, and seniors. “Delmarva Community Services’ programs,
Cambridge, Md. (March 12, 2025) – Hyatt Regency Chesapeake Bay Golf Resort, Spa and Marina, a stunning 342-acre waterfront retreat on Maryland’s Eastern Shore, has earned recognition in U.S. News & World Report’s 2025 Best Hotels Awards. The resort has received the Gold Badge ranking in the prestigious award program. “We are thrilled to receive this recognition from U.S. News & World Report,” said Cari Ruppert, Director of Sales, Marketing and Events at Hyatt Regency Chesapeake Bay. “This award is a
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Angela Sonnier is TidalHealth’s January 2025 recipient of the Marc McDonald Award. SALISBURY – TidalHealth is pleased to announce that physical therapist Angela Sonnier is the January 2025 recipient of the Marc McDonald Award. Sonnier was recognized for her professionalism, compassion, and commitment to the healing and well-being of TidalHealth’s patients: “I would like to nominate Angela Sonnier for her outstanding contributions to the well-being of her patients and the daily motivation of her team
Pictured are participants of the January Dare To Lead™ community training. The opportunity to participate in For All Seasons’ Dare to Lead™ training last month opened my eyes to learning who I am as a leader and how I want my leadership to evolve moving forward. For All Seasons’ Center for Learning is offering community leaders the opportunity to develop bold, authentic leadership through this courage-building program based on the research of Dr. Brené Brown. This January, the agency welcomed 12 local
SALISBURY – TidalHealth Nutrition & Diabetes Education will hold a Diabetes Support Group from 6 to 7 p.m. on Monday, March 10, 2025, in Hallowell Conference Room A at TidalHealth Peninsula Regional located at 100 E. Carroll St., Salisbury, MD 21801. Attendees should enter through the Frank B. Hanna lobby (adjacent to the Emergency Department) of the Salisbury hospital and check in at the front desk before heading down to the Hallowell Conference Center on the ground floor. Join us for our monthly support
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Dr. Casey Scott Appointed as Dorchester County Health Officer The Dorchester County Council is pleased to announce their recommendation and appointment of Dr. Casey Scott as the Health Officer for Dorchester County, following the upcoming retirement of Roger Harrell. Dr. Scott brings a wealth of experience and expertise to this role. With over 11 years in the public health field, Dr. Scott has worked in various capacities, including her tenure with the Dorchester County Health Department as Deputy Health
The Dorchester County Council is pleased to announce their recommendation and appointment of Dr. Casey Scott as the Health Officer for Dorchester County, following the upcoming retirement of Roger Harrell. Dr. Scott brings a wealth of experience and expertise to this role. With over 11 years in the public health field, Dr. Scott has worked in various capacities, including her tenure with the Dorchester County Health Department as Deputy Health Officer and Medical Director. Her leadership has
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The Cambridge-South Dorchester High School Class of 2025 proudly presents the beloved classic The Wizard of Oz! Tickets can be purchased online https://gofan.co/app/school/MD22640 or from a cast member. We have a double cast this year so if you are hoping to support a particular student double check with them or plan to attend two separate shows. Cast A will be performing Friday night and Saturday afternoon and Cast B will perform Saturday night and Sunday afternoon. The show will feature our talented
Wendy Sloan, RN, of TidalHealth Peninsula Regional’s 5 East patient care team, has been selected as the January 2025 recipient of the DAISY Award. SALISBURY – Wendy Sloan, RN, of TidalHealth Peninsula Regional’s 5 East patient care team, has been selected as the January 2025 recipient of the DAISY Award for her compassionate care and special attention provided recently to a patient. In her nomination, a coworker wrote: “On 5 East at TidalHealth Peninsula Regional, there’s a very helpful
Choptank Community Health System is joining the National School-Based Health Care Awareness Month celebration this February to highlight how school-based health centers help improve access to health care for children and adolescents. School-based health centers bring essential healthcare services directly to schools, where students spend much of their time. By integrating health care with education, the centers ensure students can thrive, grow, and reach their full potential. “All children and
Erica Batson of Federalsburg has been promoted to Director of Administration and Grants Management. Carmeshia Williams, MSHRM, MBA, of Easton, has been promoted to Associate Director of Human Resources. For All Seasons has recently promoted two staff members to new positions in the agency. Erica Batson of Federalsburg has been promoted to Director of Administration and Grants Management and Carmeshia Williams, MSHRM, MBA, of Easton has been appointed to Associate Director of Human Resources. Batson,
United Way of the Lower Eastern Shore announces Over the Edge for ALICE on May 2nd, a unique rappelling fundraiser to raise awareness and funds for UWLES and their nonprofit partners, and empower more local families to achieve stability through access to programs and services. https://bit.ly/OTE4ALICE to sign up or donate to a rappeler and more info.Over the Edge for ALICE invites all community members to participate as an ‘edger’ and earn a spot to rappel down all 14 stories of The Ross, Salisbury’s
Chris Du Plessis, former CT student with CT trainer Heather Queroli. Elise Murray, CT student, and former CT trainees Sara Conrath and Caleb Hubbard. EASTON, Md. (February 21, 2025) – When University of Maryland Shore Regional Health (UM SRH), a member organization of the University of Maryland Medical System, experienced a shortage of computed tomography (CT) technologists on the Eastern Shore, leadership got creative - designing a path to CT certification for SRH team members that includes technical
Delmarva Community Services, Inc. (DCS) has recently appointed Petrae Simpson as its new Director of Childcare for Sprouts Early Childhood Learning Center @ Chesapeake Grove in Cambridge. Simpson previously worked as director of Bright Beginnings Child Care Center in Stevensville, Maryland. “Petrae is a passionate and experienced childcare professional with a strong early childhood education and daycare management background who came to us highly recommended. We are thrilled she is joining our team as
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OCEAN PINES — TidalHealth Primary and Specialty Care is pleased to announce Christine Cunningham is its Team Member of the Month for January 2025. Cunningham is a Surgical Scheduler at TidalHealth Cardiology in Ocean Pines. She was nominated by Donna Stigler for demonstrating the values of accountability, quality and service: “I would like to recognize Chris for always being available and willing to help with any questions either myself or anyone else has. She is helpful to outside offices as
SALISBURY – TidalHealth is pleased to welcome Tonya Howell, CRNP-F, to TidalHealth Cardiology in Salisbury, Maryland. Howell received her Bachelor of Science in Nursing and her Master of Science in Nursing from Wilmington University in Delaware. She is a family nurse practitioner, certified by the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners. Howell is a member of the American Association of Nurse Practitioners, and she is certified by the American Heart Association in Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced
In response to a significant increase in COVID-19, Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV), Influenza A, and Influenza B cases across the region, TidalHealth has announced that it is returning to temporary masking practices in its hospitals in Salisbury and Seaford, the Richard A. Henson Cancer Institute in Salisbury and Ocean Pines, the Allen Cancer Center in Seaford, and at TidalHealth McCready Pavilion in Crisfield. As a temporary proactive measure, surgical ear loop masks, which will be provided to those
Heidi Holdren, UM Shore Regional Health EASTON, Md. (February 18, 2025) – University of Maryland Shore Regional Health (UM SRH), a member organization of the University of Maryland Medical System (UMMS), recently welcomed Heidi Holdren, MSN, RN, MEDSURG-BC, as Director, Patient Care Services and Operations. Most recently, Holdren served as nurse manager at George Washington University Hospital in Washington, D.C., where she had oversight of a 42-bed Orthopedics, Neurology and Trauma Unit. She
Shore Legal Access, a nonprofit organization that uses the legal system to protect and advance the economic stability of limited-incomeindividuals and households on Maryland’s Eastern Shore, welcomes attorney Matt Arthur, Esq. as its new Equal Justice Works Housing Justice Program Fellow. Arthur, who recently graduated from the University of Maryland Francis King Carey School of Law, will join Shore Legal Access' housing team, which provides free representation to tenants facing eviction in the eight
EASTON, Md. (February 13, 2025) – University of Maryland Shore Regional Health (UM SRH), a member organization of the University of Maryland Medical System, recently welcomed Catherine “Katie” Halen as Vice President of Human Resources. In a distinguished career spanning more than 25 years as a human resources executive, Katie most recently served as the chief human resources office for Montgomery County government in Pennsylvania, where she developed and implemented comprehensive compensation and
Angie Wicks EASTON, Md. (February 14, 2025) – University of Maryland Shore Regional Health (UM SRH), a member organization of the University of Maryland Medical System, recently welcomed Angela Wicks DNP, RNC-OB, CENP, NPD-BC as the Director of Acute and Critical Care. Wicks began her career at UM SRH in 2003 as a staff nurse in the Birthing Center at UM Shore Medical Center at Easton. She advanced to serve as the Clinical Coordinator for Women & Children’s Services, before being promoted to Nurse
SALISBURY & OCEAN PINES – TidalHealth is pleased to welcome LaToya Stewart, MSN, CRNP, to TidalHealth Cardiology in Salisbury and Ocean Pines, Md. Stewart received her Master of Science in Nursing from the University of South Alabama with a focus on adult gerontological acute care and cardiovascular subspecialty. She is a certified Family Nurse Practitioner. Stewart has more than a decade of experience offering comprehensive patient care as a registered nurse in various settings, including acute
SALISBURY – Effective Monday, Feb. 17, TidalHealth FamilyLab in Ocean Pines will relocate to 11107 Cathage Rd., Suite 103, Berlin, Md. 21811. The lab is remaining on the grounds of the TidalHealth Ocean Pines campus but changing within the complex to Building 3, the office building at the south end of the property. In preparation for the move, TidalHealth FamilyLab in Ocean Pines will be open on Feb. 14 from 6 to 11 a.m. only and closed on Feb. 15. It will reopen at its new location at 6 a.m. on the 17th
Gilmore joins TidalHealth as Vice President, Chief Human Resources Officer SALISBURY –Steve Leonard, Ph.D., MBA, FACHE, TidalHealth President/CEO, has announced the hiring of Demile “Demi” Gilmore, MBA, SHRM-SCP, SPHR, as the health system’s Vice President & Chief Human Resources (HR) Officer. She will oversee all People Department and HR functions and responsibilities for TidalHealth. Most recently, Gilmore had been the Regional Vice President of Human Resources for MedStar Health in Baltimore, a health
Attention Contractors: Whiting-Turner Core & Shell Bid Package Notice for the Regional Hospital Construction Project in Easton – Pre-bid, Feb 18 at 2:00pm in Easton. This bid package includes the following: Surveying, Structural Steel, Metals, Roofing, Metal Panels, Insulation, Doors, Frames, Exterior Framing/Drywall, Loading Dock Equipment, Food Service Equipment, Fire Protection, Plumbing, Geothermal, Landscaping. Bids Due: Tuesday, March 11 at 2:00pm. See flyer for more details. Whiting-Turner is
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STEVENSVILLE, MD-The Muskrat Leg Eating World Championship returns to Cult Classic Brewing Company this Saturday, February 15th, with an incredible lineup. Palm Beach Willies Catering out of Taylors Island will be serving up a variety of Muskrat for your eating pleasure with other offerings for the less adventuress. The Day kicks off at NOON with local favorite, Eddie "Hitman" Hitt with his Karaoke Jukebox! At 2ish, DC Music Legend Jimmy Cole returns to the Muskrat Stage with his
Speaker – George Hemcher, Wednesday, March 5, 2025 at 7:00 pm The Transpeninsular line story intrigued Mr. Hemcher after hearing a talk at the Brick Church on Taylors Island in 2014 the day of the Battle of the Ice Mound Bicentennial. And then with the development of the James Island project he became interested again due to the fact that the terminus (end) of the Transpeninsular Line ended on Taylors Island at what was in the 1700's James Point. So, after completing research at the Dorchester and Talbot
The Dorchester County Public Library kicked off Black History Month with a community Book Drive for 5 partner organizations: The Cambridge Boys & Girls Club, New Beginnings Community Center, Harvesting Hope Youth & Family Wellness (Reading Socials), the Cambridge Empowerment Center, and the Pauline F. & W. David Robbins Family YMCA. This drive is part of a statewide initiative with the Maryland Commission on African American History: https://africanamerican.maryland.gov/ and aligns with our goals to get
The Maryland Department of Service and Civic Innovation is proud to announce that the application for the third class of the Service Year Option program is now live! Members of the program have the opportunity to develop meaningful skills, earn a wage of at least $15 per hour, and upon completion of the year of service, earn a $5,000 completion award, and just as importantly, help grow Maryland's economy. Finally, if you are aware of anyone who may be interested in applying, please direct them to
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SALISBURY, MD – Maryland Capital Enterprises’ Women’s Business Center proudly announces its 10th Annual “Aspire to Succeed & Lead” Women’s Business Conference, an empowering event designed to inspire and equip women entrepreneurs and professionals. Set for March 14, 2025, the conference offers a full day of motivational speakers, networking opportunities, and actionable business strategies. This year’s key idea is, “Helping Women in Turbulent Times.”Event Details: &##128197; Date: Friday, March 14,
TidalHealth Peninsula Regional recently completed its 500th WATCHMAN procedure. The WATCHMAN is a minimally invasive procedure designed to reduce the risk of stroke in patients with AFib who are unable to take blood thinners. A small device closes off the left atrial appendage (LAA), the source of many stroke-causing blood clots. SALISBURY – TidalHealth Peninsula Regional is proud to announce that it has successfully performed more than 500 WATCHMAN procedures, marking a significant milestone in the
Choptank Community Health System’s medical practice recently welcomed primary care provider Taylor Dickel, MSN, FNP-C, RN, CMSRN to its Easton Health Center. Dickel specializes in the comprehensive assessment and treatment of adult and pediatric patients working in rural communities. She earned her master of science in nursing with a family nurse practitioner concentration from Frostburg State University, and a bachelor of science in nursing from the University of Maryland School of Nursing in
SALISBURY – Ramesh Agarwal, MD provides care at TidalHealth Cardiology in Salisbury, Md. Dr. Agarwal earned his medical degree from MBBS Patna Medical College in Patna, India. He completed an internal medicine residency at Interfaith Medical Center in Brooklyn, NY, and then completed a second internal medicine residency and cardiovascular research fellowship at UMDNJ University Hospital, New Jersey Medical School in Newark, N.J. He completed a second cardiovascular research fellowship at The Cleveland
SALISBURY – TidalHealth is proud to announce that it has been awarded a prestigious honor in the 2025 Advancing Innovation in Maryland (AIM) Contest, hosted by the Health Services Cost Review Commission (HSCRC) in partnership with the Maryland Department of Health, the Abell Foundation, and the Horizon Foundation. The AIM Contest, launched to promote innovative approaches to improving patient care and reducing healthcare costs, received over 40 submissions from across the state. TidalHealth’s Mobile
United Way’s Board Chair, Sonya Whited. 2024 Holiday Ball Committee, led by chairs Diallo & Chalarra Sessoms United Way of the Lower Eastern Shore (UWLES) recently hosted its 21st Annual Holiday Ball at the Hyatt Regency Chesapeake Bay Resort, raising over $204,000 to support the organization’s direct programs and nonprofit partners serving Dorchester, Somerset, Wicomico, and Worcester counties. The evening featured Randy Scott of Froggy 99.9 and Ricky Pollitt as emcees, setting a lively tone
EASTON, MD – February 3, 2025 – Positive Strides Therapeutic Riding Center invites cyclists to its 12th Annual Spring Classic Bike Tour on April 12, 2025, in support of its mission to build confidence, self-esteem and a sense of accomplishment for children and adults with physical, cognitive and emotional challenges. The Spring Classic is known for its friendly volunteers, homemade baked goods and the famous cream of crab soup served at lunch. This event welcomes people of all ages and fitness levels to
For All Seasons Valentine’s Day Silent Auction is offering a one-week retreat on the Mendocino Coast in California as one of its auction items. For All Seasons is hosting an online Valentine’s Day Silent Auction from February 8 – 14, featuring extraordinary experiences and unique getaways – the perfect way to find a meaningful gift just in time for Valentine's Day! Auction packages promise connection, fun, and relaxation and include: One Week Retreat on the Mendocino Coast, California – Experience
Avery Hall Insurance is proud to announce the celebration of its 100th anniversary. Since 1925, Avery Hall has been a trusted name in insurance. Beginning as a small business out of founder Avery W. Hall's farmhouse, the company now has five thriving locations and over a hundred employees. The company is excited to celebrate a century of success and looks forward to the next century of growth. In 1981, Mr. Avery Hall retired at eighty-two, leaving the company in the hands of six trusted producers. The
CAMBRIDGE, MD (January 31, 2025)–The University of Maryland Center for Environmental Science’s Horn Point Laboratory presents a series of Community Science Talks in February and March. Horn Point scientists will engage the audience with interactive talks about their environmental science research, and its impact on the Eastern Shore and around the world. The talks are free, and take place at several locations in Dorchester and Talbot Counties. Each talk is 5:30-6:30pm. “Billions of Baby Oysters—A
In the photo, from the left, front row, are Carole Sizemore, Vice President, Total Rewards, Perdue Farms; Kim Nechay, Executive Director, Perdue Foundation; Kathryn Fiddler, Vice President, Population Health, TidalHealth and Jessica Hales, Vice President, Chief Philanthropy Officer, Foundation President, TidalHealth. In the back row, from the left, are Perry Aulie, President, Perdue Agribusiness; Steve Leonard, TidalHealth President/CEO and Charles Dolan, Vice President, Clinical Operations,
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EASTON, Md. (January 10, 2025) – University of Maryland Shore Medical Group (UM SMG) – Surgical Care has welcomed general surgeon Faiz Khaja, MD, to its provider team. UM SMG is an affiliate medical practice of the University of Maryland Shore Regional Health, a member organization of the University of Maryland Medical System. Dr. Khaja earned his medical degree from the Wayne State University School of Medicine in Detroit, Michigan. and his undergraduate degree in biology from Kalamazoo College in
The Board of Directors for 2025 and 2026 of the Fraternal Order of Police, Cambridge-Dorchester Lodge # 27 Inc. were sworn in Thursday, January 9th by Past President Dale Hurt. From left to right, Jennifer Benton Secretary, Edward Howard Vice President, Chad Mothersell Treasurer, Frank Hurley Trustee, Thomas Hurley President, Dale Hurt Past President, Jesse Guessford Sgt. at Arms and Thomas Wolf Chaplain. President Thomas Hurley presented the 2024 FOP Member of the Year to newly elected Vice President
Get outside this winter and spring by participating in a free guided birding tour at Blackwater National Wildlife Refuge (NWR). You don’t need to be an expert to enjoy learning about and identifying the many species of birds that inhabit the refuge. Throughout the winter, waterfowl and raptors, including bald eagles, are plentiful, while spring brings in migratory warblers and shorebirds. Guided birding tours are scheduled for Sundays, January 19, January 26, February 9, February 16, March 9, March 23, and
Speaker – David Williams Wednesday, February 5, 2025 at 7:00 pm Robbins Heritage Center, Dorchester County Historical Society 1003 Greenway Drive, Cambridge, MD (Maryland Avenue Extended) David is a Skipjack Captain, wood worker, amateur boatbuilder/restorer and amateur photographer. His fascination with all things boat related started at an early age, growing up spending summers on the shores of Lake Erie. He restored his first boat when he was just 12 years old. He will be discussing a study of the
Delmarva Community Services (DCS) in Cambridge is in need of a paid shelter manager and paid shelter monitors for the Dorchester County Cold Weather through March 31, 2025, at the Salvation Army Site at 200 Washington Street in Cambridge. Weeknight and weekend evening and overnight shifts are available. “DCS is partnering with the Salvation Army, the City of Cambridge, and Dorchester County community volunteers to provide this critical service during the winter months. Many of our neighbors in Dorchester
For All Seasons recently participated in the festivities of the 2024 Military Bowl at Navy Stadium in Annapolis, MD as this year’s mental health partner. The Military Bowl Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that operates premier events in the National Capital Region to benefit the nation’s service members. Originally formed to operate the region’s first-ever college football postseason bowl game, the Foundation now not only operates the Go Bowling Military Bowl, but operates the DC Touchdown
EASTON, Md. (January 15, 2025) – The University of Maryland Shore Regional Health (UM SRH) is hosting upcoming Safe Sitter® courses at UM Shore Medical Centers at Chestertown and Easton, and the 2025 dates were recently announced. UM SRH is a member organization of the University of Maryland Medical System. The course will be taught by UM SRH Women and Children’s Department skilled nurses and is designed for children ages 11 to 13. Dates and times for the courses are: Saturday, January 18, April 26 and
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SALISBURY – TidalHealth is pleased to announce key leadership changes within the Finance Division as part of an ongoing effort to strengthen the health system and support the organization’s continued growth. Stephanie Gary has been elevated from Vice President, Finance and Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to Senior Vice President of Finance/CFO. Gary joined TidalHealth in 2021. She is just the second person to hold the title of Senior VP of Finance/CFO, and only the third CFO in TidalHealth’s history.
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Beth Buckingham, RN, and Tracy Vazquez, RN, of TidalHealth Peninsula Regional’s Intensive Care Unit (ICU), have been selected as the December 2024 recipients of the DAISY Award. SALISBURY – Beth Buckingham, RN, and Tracy Vazquez, RN, of TidalHealth Peninsula Regional’s Intensive Care Unit (ICU), have been selected as the December 2024 recipients of the DAISY Award for their compassionate care and special attention provided to a recent patient and family during an extremely emotional and traumatic
Join us for a night to remember! On Valentine's Day, February 14, 2025, Crossroads Community proudly invites you to its 40th Anniversary Gala. This miestone event promises an elegant evening filled with fine dining, live entertainment, and exciting activities - a perfect way to celebrate love and community.A Culinary Experience to Remember: Indulge in a delectable three-course meal crafted by the talented chefs at RAR/Dive Club. With a menu designed to satisfy every palate, this dining experience will make
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