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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Hyatt Regency Chesapeake Bay Unveils Renovated Meeting and Event Spaces
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
YMCA OF THE CHESAPEAKE HIGHLIGHTS PARKINSON’S AWARENESS MONTH ACROSS THE SHORE
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 Open House Celebrates New Chestertown Location
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
Salisbury Donate Life Month flag raising
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 and Love INC partnership
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
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TidalHealth Delmarva Endoscopy Center Earns Prestigious “Best” Status in U.S. News & World Report 2025 Ratings for Ambulatory Surgery Centers
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,
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Hyatt Regency Chesapeake Bay Unveils Summer Travel Experiences for an Unforgettable Waterfront Escape on Maryland's Eastern Shore
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
Hyatt Regency Chesapeake Bay Announces Easter Brunch and Family-Friendly Festivities
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,”
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Cambridge South Dorchester High School Class of 2025 Presents ''The Wizard of Oz''
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
Delmarva Community Services Appoints New Director of Sprouts Early Childhood Learning Center in Cambridge
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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The Muskrat Leg Eating World Championship Makes Triumphant Return This Saturday
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
SDFM Presents ''The Transpeninsular Line & Mason and Dixon
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
Great News! Applications Now Open for joining the Service Year Option
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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Cycle for a Cause and Enjoy Great Food
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
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Horn Point Laboratory Scientists Present Winter Community Science Series
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
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