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Fall Events Fuel One Mission Cambridge's Work
CAMBRIDGE—This fall, One Mission Cambridge invites the community to gather for games, giving, and gratitude at two fundraisers to support ongoing work to provide vital resources to those living in poverty in Dorchester County. The events will support the nonprofit’s expanding work in Dorchester County: Harvest and Hallelujah, a home-cooked meal and worship night hosted by Cambridge Wesleyan Church, and Gift Card Bingo, a high-energy afternoon of games, prizes and community connection at the Elks
TidalHealth to hold chronic kidney disease seminar on Sept. 24 in Salisbury
TidalHealth will hold a free chronic kidney disease (CKD) seminar from 2 to 4 pm on Wednesday, Sept. 24, 2025, in the TidalHealth Orthopedics Classroom, located at 800 S. Salisbury Boulevard, Unit D, Salisbury, MD 21801. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports that around 14% 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
TidalHealth Peninsula Regional’s Tree of Life Awardee for September 2025
TidalHealth Peninsula Regional is pleased to announce that Christina Griffin, RRT, is its Tree of Life Award recipient for September 2025. Griffin is a registered respiratory therapist at TidalHealth Peninsula Regional in Salisbury and TidalHealth McCready Pavilion in Crisfield. This award honors respiratory therapists who provide exceptional care to patients, establish meaningful connections, and collaborate with the care team to ensure the best possible outcomes for their patients. Griffin was
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For a Second Consecutive Year, TidalHealth Nanticoke Achieves Prestigious 5-Star Rating from Centers
Seaford, DE – TidalHealth Nanticoke is honored to announce that for a second consecutive year, it has received a prestigious 5-star rating from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) in its recently released 2025 Hospital Quality Star Ratings. TidalHealth Nanticoke is the only hospital in Delaware to earn this top rating in 2025, as it also was in 2024, highlighting its role as a leader in healthcare excellence within the state. This distinguished recognition, the highest awarded by CMS,
Coastal Hospice’s Coastal Walk & 5K Run Presented by Beachwood, Inc. - Benefiting the Macky & Pam Stansell House of Coastal Hospice
Ocean Pines, MD – September 3, 2025 – Lace up your sneakers and get ready for a morning of fun, fitness, and community spirit! On Saturday, October 18, 2025, Beachwood, Inc. Custom Builders is proud to present the annual Coastal Walk & 5K Run at the breathtaking Assateague State Park. Sponsored by Assateague State Park & Maryland Park Services, this event combines the beauty of Maryland’s shoreline with the power of local support. Whether you’re a seasoned runner chasing your next personal best or a
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Jackson is TidalHealth Peninsula Regional’s August 2025 Sunshine Awardee
TidalHealth Peninsula Regional is pleased to announce that Charles Jackson, patient care technician in Same Day Surgery, has been selected as its Sunshine Award recipient for August 2025. Jackson was nominated by a recent patient for his compassion, professionalism and the exceptional care he showed during her surgical visit:“I was a surgery patient the morning of June 9. I had exceptional care from everyone that morning, but one person in particular left quite an impression on me. When Charles entered
UM Shore Regional Health and Talbot County Health Department Partner to Offer Community Education Courses
EASTON, Md. (August 29, 2025) - University of Maryland Shore Regional Health’s (UM SRH) Women’s and Children’s Services Department offers several community education courses led by nursing team members. UM SRH is a member organization of the University of Maryland Medical System. When the Talbot County Health Department (TCHD) approached Birthing Center team members this past spring with an interest in helping promote child safety education, Stephanie King, Clinical Educator for Women and Children’s
Cambridge Waterfront Development, Inc. Shares Update on Cambridge Harbor Project
A small group of citizens gathered on July 31 for a community update with the Cambridge Waterfront Development, Inc. (CWDI) board, where details of the long-term vision for Cambridge Harbor were presented. Tim Crosby, chair of the CWDI Planning Committee, outlined the development’s framework, which will feature four distinct zones: • Town Center – a hub for activity and commerce • Walkable Neighborhoods – designed for vibrant, livable communities • Maritime Trade – honoring Cambridge’s working
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Dorchester County, MD Burial Sites Preservation Board Open Meeting 8-25-2025
Dorchester County, Maryland Burial Sites Preservation Board County Office Building 501 Court Lane, Room 110 Cambridge, MD 21613OPEN SESSION AGENDA August 25, 2025 Call to OrderOpen Session 4:00 p.m.I. Approval of Minutes – June 23, 2025 II. Board Appointments – Update III. Community Event Planning – Update IV. Social Media (Facebook) – Update V. Cemetery Master List – Update VI. Survey Form – Update VII. New BusinessAdjournment 5:00 p.m. Dorothy Bradford Samonisky,
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Secretary Rollins Targets Invasive Species, Announces Next Steps to Clear the Chesapeake from Harmful Catfish
(Washington, D.C., August 6, 2025) – U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke L. Rollins today announced the U.S. Department of Agriculture is making $6 million in grant funding available for seafood processors to expand operations, transform the food supply chain and create new and better markets for the processing of invasive, wild-caught catfish. Additionally, USDA, in partnership with the Maryland Department of Agriculture, is launching a one-year pilot program to purchase up to $2 million through Section
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TidalHealth Nanticoke designated an Aetna Institute of Quality®
TidalHealth Nanticoke is honored to have recently been designated an Aetna Institute of Quality® Bariatric Surgery Facility for treating individuals living with morbid, or extreme, obesity. “TidalHealth is proud to have our Seaford hospital and Seaford team recognized by Aetna for meeting the rigorous selection criteria set by the Institute of Quality Bariatric Surgery program,” said TidalHealth President/CEO, Steve Leonard, Ph.D., MBA, FACHE. “We provide exceptional care to our patients, and it’s always
United Way of the Lower Eastern Shore Goes Over the Edge for ALICE®
United Way of the Lower Eastern Shore (UWLES) held their inaugural Over the Edge for ALICE® event on May 2nd at The Ross in Downtown Salisbury. This adrenaline-pumping fundraiser gave participants the opportunity to safely 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. This thrilling event was presented by UWLES in partnership with Over the Edge USA, The Ross, City of Salisbury, Perdue
Shop Maryland Tax-Free Week set for August 10th - 16th
The second Sunday of August to the following Saturday is designated as Shop Maryland Tax-Free Week each year. That means qualifying apparel and footwear $100 or less, per item, are exempt from the state sales tax. The first $40 of a backpack or bookbag purchase is also tax-free. Accessory items, except for backpacks, are not included. For more information: Call (800) MD-TAXES or (410) 260-7980 from Central Maryland Find out more in the Shop Maryland Tax Free Frequently Asked Questions.
WHERE LAND AND WATER MEET, THE PHOTOGRAPHY OF DAVID HARP is Main Street Gallery’s Fall Exhibit
Main Street Gallery is very excited to be exhibiting guest artist David Harp’s photographs for its September/October show. Dave’s work in this show focuses on the landscapes, people, and flora and fauna of the Chesapeake Bay region. A renowned, award-winning photographer and filmmaker, who is a lifelong Marylander, Dave lives and maintains a studio in Cambridge and has been photographing the Chesapeake Bay’s “delights and dilemmas,” as he puts it, for over four decades. He explains that he often finds
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Shore Legal Access to Host Medicaid & Asset Protection Event at Talbot Co. Free Library on July 21
On Monday, July 21, Shore Legal Access will host a presentation by Maryland attorney Jason Frank, Esq., an expert in Elder and Disability Law, on "Medicaid and Asset Protection" at the Talbot County Free Library from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. At a time when so many changes are occurring with Medicaid and other federal programs for older adults, this presentation will be an important opportunity to get information about how these changes could affect you and your loved ones and what you can do to protect your
Hyatt Regency Chesapeake Bay Golf Resort, Spa and Marina Receives Prestigious “World’s Best Award”
Cambridge, Md. (July 16, 2025) – Hyatt Regency Chesapeake Bay Golf Resort, Spa and Marina, an award-winning waterfront destination nestled on 342 acres of Maryland’s Eastern Shore, has received the 2025 World’s Best Award from Travel + Leisure, a top travel media brand. The hotel was recognized among the “10 Best Mid-Atlantic Resorts” in the annual award program. “We are incredibly honored to be recognized among the top resorts in the Mid-Atlantic by such an esteemed travel organization as Travel +
eNews & Events - July 10, 2025 - July 24, 2025
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TidalHealth to Launch New Intermediate Care Unit at Salisbury hospital
TidalHealth today announces the creation of a new Intermediate Care Unit at TidalHealth Peninsula Regional through the merger of its Progressive Care Unit (PCU) and 3 Layfield critical care unit. The consolidation aims to better coordinate critical care services and address long-standing space and geographic challenges within the Salisbury hospital. The transition will officially begin July 29 with units taking on different patient responsibilities to best prepare for the changeover. Care will not be
Blue Point Provisions Company Reopens for Summer Season
Waterfront Restaurant to Continue its Popular Deck Party Series Cambridge, Md. (July 7, 2025) – Blue Point Provision Company, a waterfront restaurant offering panoramic views of the Choptank River at Hyatt Regency Chesapeake Golf Resort, Spa and Marina, has officially reopened for the summer season. The restaurant also launches its popular weekly deck party series. “We are thrilled to welcome resort guests and our local community back to Blue Point Provisions Company for another exciting summer
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Participants wanted for 2025 Summer Business Sentiment Survey
Deadline Approaching- Submit Your Answers Before July 31st: The Dorchester County Economic Development office, in partnership with other Eastern Shore economic development agencies, is working to gather data from local businesses through the Summer 2025 Eastern Shore Business Sentiment Survey. This survey provides a localized view of our business community, highlighting their concerns and expectations for the coming year. Your participation is essential to our efforts and helps ensure that our programs
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Casillas-Cruz named Team Member of the Month for May 2025
TidalHealth Primary and Specialty Care is pleased to announce that Mayra Casillas-Cruz, Certified Medical Assistant at TidalHealth Radiation Oncology in Salisbury, is its Team Member of the Month for May 2025. Casillas-Cruz was nominated for demonstrating the values of accountability, community, quality and service:”It would likely be simpler to enumerate the few things that Mayra refrains from doing rather than the myriads of contributions she makes for our team. Her unwavering accountability and
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Fun Fact: Which MD County Is Home to the World’s Oldest Working Crab Processing Plant?
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
Hyatt Regency Chesapeake Bay Launches Pride Month Travel Promotion
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,”
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Main Street Gallery to Feature MORE THAN LINES AND COLORS: Works by Jose Ramirez
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 Celebrates Community Impact at Annual Meeting
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
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For All Seasons Event Debuts Heart to Heart: Coloring Together
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
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Summer Reading KickOff Party at Cambridge Public Library
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
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Cambridge Main Street Designated As a 2025 Accredited Program by Main Street America
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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The Chorus of Dorchester Raises Its Voice Once More in Uplifting Spring Concerts
“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
Hyatt Regency Chesapeake Bay Unveils Luxurious Mother’s Day Brunch and Spa Experience
Cambridge, Md. (April 30, 2025) – Hyatt Regency Chesapeake Bay Golf Resort, Spa and Marina, an award-winning waterfront destination set on 342 acres of Maryland’s Eastern Shore, announces its Mother’s Day experiences for resort guests and the local community. The resort will host an extravagant brunch at the newly renovated Water’s Edge Grill and indulgent spa treatments at the award-winning Sago Spa & Salon. “We are thrilled to host an unforgettable Mother’s Day experience where families can relax
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Abellard named TidalHealth Peninsula Regional’s 1st Quarter 2025 Monarch Awardee
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
United Way of the Lower Eastern Shore Announces Over the Edge Community Celebration
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
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City of Cambridge Announces Tentative Road Resurvacing Schedule
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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