2025 Dorchester Chamber of Commerce
Annual Meeting and Dinner
Keynote by Congressman Andy Harris
March 13, 2025 at Hyatt Regency Chesapeake Bay Resort
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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
Dan Ayres, New Coastal Hospice President & CEO Salisbury, MD – March 21, 2025 – The Coastal Hospice Board of Directors is pleased to announce Dan Ayres to serve as the next President and Chief Executive Officer of Coastal Hospice, effective April 2025. We are excited to welcome Dan to the Coastal Hospice family, including our dedicated staff, volunteers, leadership, and medical professionals. With his leadership, we are confident that Coastal Hospice will continue to strengthen its commitment to
LAUREL– The TidalHealth Immediate Care office in Laurel, Delaware, will be temporarily closed from March 28 to March 30 for a scheduled upgrade to the building. It will reopen with normal hours on Monday, March 31. TidalHealth FamilyLab located in the Laurel Immediate Care practice will close on the 28th at Noon and be closed, as normal, throughout the weekend. During this time, patients in need of immediate care services are encouraged to visit TidalHealth Immediate Care in Seaford, located at 100
By popular demand, all day long, News Talk RADIO CHESAPEAKE 91.7 FM brings you the latest news coverage from their award winning content partners across the globe at Feature Story News (FSN), British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC), Baltimore’s Your Public Radio (WYPR), Adams Publishing Group ( APG) Media, American Public Media, Spy Newspapers, National Public Radio (NPR) and many more. Radio Chesapeake is the Mid-Shore’s only News Talk station. News Director Jim Brady and Radio Chesapeake’s news
Salisbury, MD – Maryland Capital Enterprises Women’s Business Center (MCE WBC) is excited to announce its April 2025 lineup of free business training webinars, designed to empower entrepreneurs, small business owners, and women in business with the knowledge and skills needed to succeed. These no-charge, expert-led sessions will cover essential business topics, from government contracting to business planning, cash flow management, and the first steps of starting your own business. For more class
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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
Client services welcomes new client to For All Seasons’ new office location in Chestertown. For All Seasons is excited to announce that its office in Chestertown has moved to a new location at 315 High Street, Suite 202. The agency is hosting an open house on March 20 from 4:30 to 6 p.m. for the public to meet the office staff and learn more about its expanded services. Tours of the new space and refreshments will be offered. For All Seasons will be able to increase its capacity with a new, larger office
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SALISBURY — TidalHealth Primary and Specialty Care is pleased to announce that Erica Trego is its Team Member of the Month for February 2025. Trego is a Medical Assistant who works primarily at TidalHealth Cardiovascular Surgery in Salisbury. She was nominated by Dr. Wehberg and Practice Manager, Kim Bush, for demonstrating the values of accountability, community, quality and service: “Ms. Trego has been part of the cardiovascular surgery program for many years. I have had the honor of interacting with
2025 YMCA Summer Camp Registration is open! YMCA day camps are centered around improving the well-being of children, with the programs focusing on three areas of development: friendship, accomplishment and belonging. Register in March and pay no registration fee. (March 1, 2024) – Registration for 2025 YMCA of the Chesapeake youth summer camps is now open. “Our summer camps are designed to give kids a place where they can explore new interests, make friends, and grow in confidence,” said Robbie Gill,
SALISBURY — TidalHealth Peninsula Regional honors the following four team members as 4th Quarter 2024 Team Members of the Quarter:Administrative & Support Services: Sarah Donohoe, Purchasing Sarah Donohoe of Purchasing is TidalHealth Peninsula Regional’s 4th Quarter 2024 Team Member of the Quarter for Administrative and Support Services. Donohoe has only been with TidalHealth's purchasing team for two years, but in that time, she has helped improve the coordination of contracts and renewals. She has
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
From left are Lu Ann Brady, MSPH, Senior Vice President and Chief Operating Officer; Funlola Famuyiwa, MD, Medical Director, Respiratory Care Services; respiratory therapist Lisa Pierson, RRT, holding the Apex Award; and Lyndsey Feather, RRT, Respiratory Care Services Manager. Celebrating the recent Apex Award recognition are, from left, respiratory therapists Karen Anderson, RRT, and Stacy Barnette, RRT; Steve Eisemann, BS, RRT, LSSGB, Director of Respiratory Care Services; respiratory therapists
TidalHealth’s HealthFest is Saturday, March 15 from 9 a.m. to noon at the Salisbury Fire Headquarters Station on Cypress Street. SALISBURY – TidalHealth is honored to partner with the Salisbury Fire Department to present HealthFest “Care for Generations” on Sat., March 15 from 9 a.m. to Noon. The event is designed to provide people of all ages the opportunity to learn how healthy they are and what they can do to ensure an even healthier, more productive and active lifestyle. TidalHealth’s annual
Pictured is Dr. Pamela Gabbay, EdD, FT, who will be co-leading For All Seasons Suicide Bereavement Support Group Facilitator Training. Pictured is Wendy M. Resnick, R.N., M.S., C.S., who will be co-leading For All Seasons Suicide Bereavement Support Group Facilitator Training. For All Seasons is partnering with the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP) Maryland to offer Suicide Bereavement Support Group Facilitator training on March 12 and 13, 2025 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. at Anchor
Choptank Health recently welcomed primary pediatric care provider Rachel Lange, PNP, to its medical practice in Denton and Easton and the school-based health care team at Easton Elementary and Easton High Schools. Students can enroll in school-based health care in all five of Maryland’s Mid-Shore counties, with medical, dental, nutrition, and behavioral health services available, and more at www.choptankhealth.org/schoolbased. Choptank Community Health System recently welcomed primary pediatric care
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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
Sarah Vance is TidalHealth’s 2024 Monarch of the Year Award recipient. SALISBURY — During TidalHealth's Phlebotomy Appreciation Week celebrations from Feb. 10-14, 2025, the Laboratory team presented the health system’s inaugural Monarch of the Year Award to Sarah Vance, Inpatient Phlebotomist at TidalHealth Peninsula Regional. Vance was honored for her dedication, compassion, and commitment to providing exceptional care to our patients and superior service excellence. She is an integral part of the
SALISBURY – TidalHealth Peninsula Regional is pleased to announce that John Hamilton, MD, has been named its 2024 Physician of the Year, and Georgia Kousoulis, PA-C, has been named its 2024 Advanced Practice Provider (APP) of the Year. Dr. Hamilton was selected for his dedication, selflessness, professionalism, and strong ethical and moral standards. As the chief of anesthesiology, he leads the team from the frontline. He works hard, takes challenges positively, and shows fairness and equitability to
SUSSEX, CAROLINE, DORCHESTER, WICOMICO & WORCESTER COUNTIES – TidalHealth will hold a free Advance Care Planning online class at 1 p.m. on Tuesday, March 11, 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
Penny Boyle, UM Shore Regional Health EASTON, Md. (March 4, 2025) – University of Maryland Shore Medical Group (UM SMG) – Primary Care at Easton, has welcomed Penny Boyle, CRNP, 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. Boyle has over 30 years of nursing experience, including 10 years as a nurse practitioner in the specialties of Neurology, Sleep Medicine,
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
SALISBURY — TidalHealth Primary and Specialty Care is pleased to announce that Rachel Bozman of TidalHealth Pulmonary & Critical Care in Salisbury and Nena Horner of TidalHealth Medical Partners Administration are its 2024 Team Members of the Year. Rachel Bozman, LPN, TidalHealth Pulmonary & Critical Care in Salisbury Rachel was nominated by several team members for demonstrating the values of accountability, community, quality and service: “With the absence of a Practice Manager, Rachel has been the
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
Complimentary valet parking has returned to TidalHealth Peninsula Regional including at the Frank B. Hanna Main Entrance location. SALISBURY –TidalHealth Peninsula Regional announces the return of complimentary valet parking services at the Salisbury hospital, ensuring a smoother, more accessible experience for patients and visitors into and out of the facility. The TidalHealth valet service enhances the overall patient experience by offering a hassle-free parking option, allowing patients and
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
SEAFORD – TidalHealth Nanticoke is entering the final phases of renovations to the fourth and fifth floor of the Seaford, Del. hospital. The work to enhance the safety, appearance and delivery of healthcare has impacted the Specialty Surgical and Robotics Unit (SSRU) and the Obstetrics Unit (OB). The final transition of those renovations will begin on Thursday, Feb. 20 when the OB Unit, currently in a space on the first floor, returns permanently to its traditional home on the fourth floor now that
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
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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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Ken Kozel, President and CEO of UM Shore Regional Health EASTON, Md. (January 10, 2025) – Ken Kozel, MBA, FACHE, President and CEO of University of Maryland Shore Regional Health (UM SRH), has been named to The Daily Record’s 2024-2025 Power 100, a list of 100 individuals shaping businesses, governments, nonprofits, law firms and other key institutions in Maryland. UM SRH is a member organization of the University of Maryland Medical System (UMMS). The 2024-25 Power 100 list marks the fourth year that
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
SALISBURY – During American Heart Month in February and throughout the year, TidalHealth is offering free Heart Smart screenings for people who are not under the care of a cardiologist but are at risk for heart disease. The service is provided monthly at TidalHealth Peninsula Regional in Salisbury, Md. and at various other locations in February only. Pre-registration is required. The screenings include a heart disease risk assessment; resting 12-lead EKG; body fat/body mass index; blood pressure
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
TidalHealth breaks ground for the Edward Q. Wilgus Community Clinic in Salisbury, Md. Pictured from left to right are Dr. Simona Eng, Designated Institutional Official (DIO) for Graduate Medical Education at TidalHealth; Abby Payne; Colby Payne; Jessica Hales, President of the TidalHealth Foundation; Bryan LeCompte, Owner of Yard Designs Inc. and longtime TidalHealth Foundation board member; Dr. Steven Leonard, President and CEO of TidalHealth; Edward Q. Wilgus; Susan Wilgus-Murphy; CR Murphy; Hannah
Giovanni Wynn of CambridgeCarl Pergler of Easton For All Seasons announced the appointment of Giovanni Wynn of Cambridge and Carl Pergler of Easton as the newest members of its Board of Directors. Wynn currently works for Talbot County Public Schools. For the past six years, she has worked in education and enjoys every moment spent helping children learn. She also enjoys spending time with her husband and three children at the beach or watching a baseball game. She volunteers regularly with her
Salisbury, MD – January 2025 – Maryland Capital Enterprises (MCE) Women’s Business Center is excited to announce its lineup of NO-CHARGE business training webinars for February 2025. These sessions, open to all, offer practical tools and expert advice to support entrepreneurs and small business owners in achieving their business goals. Pre-registration is required for all classes, and attendees will receive webinar links upon confirmation. Visit www.WomensBusinessCenterAtMarylandCapitalEnterprises.org
SALISBURY –February is American Heart Month, a time for all of us to show our hearts some love. Being physically active, eating a healthy diet, quitting smoking, managing stress, knowing and controlling your blood pressure and blood cholesterol levels are great ways to take care of your heart health. Each year, an estimated 350,000 people have an assessed out of hospital cardiac arrest, with over 70% of these cardiac arrests happening at home. When someone is experiencing cardiac arrest, immediately
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
One of Only 14 Hospitals Nationwide Offering Cutting-Edge Treatment for Heart Patients The daVinci surgical system robot at TidalHealth Peninsula Regional is being used to perform revolutionary cardiac robotic convergent surgery. The Salisbury hospital is the first in Maryland, Virginia or Washington, D.C. to do it robotically and one of just fourteen hospitals across the nation to offer the option. SALISBURY – TidalHealth Peninsula Regional's Guerrieri Heart & Vascular Institute has achieved a
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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TidalHealth is proud to announce a new strategic collaboration with Glytec, the pioneer in diabetes and insulin management technology. This partnership will advance diabetes and glycemic management for patients, improving safety, outcomes, and overall cost and quality of care across TidalHealth. TidalHealth, through its Information Technology team and physician leadership, has spent a significant amount of time speaking with and evaluating potential partners, recognizing the need for a robust solution
Choptank Community Health System’s dental practice recently welcomed pediatric dentist Wayne Stephens, DDS to its Denton Health Center. Dr. Stephens has more than 10 years of experience, including working with vulnerable populations as a pediatric dentist. He served as a pediatric dentist and as director of pediatric dental health and wellness at the Jessie Trice Community Health System in Miami, Florida. He completed his pediatric dental residency at Miami Children’s Hospital. Dr. Stephens earned his
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
The Chance family recently welcomed a baby boy, Ronin, at 10:03 a.m. January 1, 2025, at UM Shore Medical Center at Easton. Ronin is pictured with big sister, Nova, and his parents, Amanda and Jesse Chance of Preston. Ronin is UM Shore Regional Health’s first baby of 2025. EASTON, Md. (January 2, 2025) – The University of Maryland Shore Regional Health’s first baby of 2025 arrived on the morning of New Year’s Day at UM SRH’s Birthing Center at UM Shore Medical Center at Easton. UM Shore Regional Health
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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EASTON, Md. (December 30, 2024) – UM Shore Medical Center at Easton, a University of Maryland Shore Regional Health (UM SRH) hospital, has been recognized for the fourth consecutive year as High Performing in Maternity Care (Uncomplicated Pregnancy) by U.S. News & World Report’s Best Hospitals for Maternity Care. This is the highest award a hospital can earn as part of U.S. News’ Best Hospitals for Maternity Care annual study. U.S. News & World Report has also named UM Shore Medical Center at Easton as a
SALISBURY – TidalHealth is proud to announce the promotion of Jessica Hales from Senior Director and President of the TidalHealth Foundation to Vice President, Chief Philanthropy Officer, and President of the TidalHealth Foundation. In her new role, Hales will continue to lead the foundation’s philanthropic efforts while expanding its strategic influence across the organization’s health services. The promotion also features elevation to the health system’s Executive Team. “Jessica’s unwavering
Wenderson Louis was TidalHealth Nanticoke’s first baby of 2025 born on Jan. 1 at 5:40 a.m. She is the child of Peterson and Thamara Louis of Seaford. SEAFORD – Below is the media fact sheet for the First Baby of 2025 born at TidalHealth Nanticoke in Seaford, Del. Baby Name: Wenderson Louis (female) Parents’ Names: Peterson and Thamara Louis Sibling to: Gawensly (brother) Parents’ Residence: Seaford, Del. Baby Birth Date and Time: January 1 at 5:40 a.m. Baby Weight: 8 pounds, 5 ounces Baby Length: 22
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Choptank Community Health System board member Sara Visintainer was recognized as an Outstanding Rural Community Volunteer by the Rural Maryland Council at their December 4 Annual Dinner and 2024 Rural Impact Award Ceremony, where she was one of eight award winners. The award recognizes Visintainer for her leadership, dedication, and noteworthy volunteer achievement beyond the call of one’s professional duties to help improve their community. The award is part of the Maryland Rural Impact Awards,
Governor Wes Moore today signed an executive order to strengthen Maryland’s business climate and catalyze more economic growth in the state. The governor signed the order during a visit to the Frederick Hotel and Conference Center project site in Frederick—a public-private development project that is expected to generate $1.5 billion in new private sector spending over the next 25 years, more than 200 jobs, and more than $4 million in state and local tax revenue annually. “With this executive order and in
TidalHealth, Somerset County and Wicomico County health departments are working together to better understand the health needs of people living in the Delmarva region. There will be a series of in-person and online meetings in January 2025 for residents to provide input on what matters most to them and how they believe the community could become a healthier place to live. Each meeting will last an hour or less. Online Community Health Meetings Anyone aged 18 years or older and lives in Somerset, Wicomico,
TidalHealth Nanticoke is pleased to announce that Ben Sabean, RN, of the Surgical Specialties and Robotics Unit (SSRU), has been selected as its Daisy Award recipient for November 2024. Sabean was nominated by a patient’s wife for the care and compassion he provided. She wrote:“Ben provided my husband excellent care! He was very quick to respond to his request and questions, his communication was very good, and he explained each medication prior to administering it. He was very kind to not only my
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This winter, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service firefighters plan to burn several timber, brush, and grass filled units on Blackwater and Eastern Neck National Wildlife Refuges (NWR). On Blackwater NWR, a 7-acre cutover unit on Harrisville Road as well as various marsh grass units will be burned, as well as an 80-acre timber unit on Taylors Trail Road in Wicomico County. On Eastern Neck NWR, several grassland areas will be the focus of prescribed burns. Weather conditions will be key in implementing these
On Tuesday, December 3rd, Mid-Shore Community Foundation hosted Mid-Shore Gives 2024, an online Giving Day Event to benefit nonprofit organizations in Caroline, Dorchester, Kent, Queen Anne's, and Talbot Counties. 355 donors joined together to support 68 participating organizations and raised a total of $101,748 in 24 hours! Thanks to generous sponsors, time-based challenges and incentives boosted fundraising efforts throughout the day. This year’s sponsors include Easton Utilities, Envision Wealth
Hebron, MD, December 2024—Hebron Savings Bank is pleased to announce that Albert Schmidt has joined the Bank as Vice President, Business Development Officer, serving business customers across the Eastern Shore. With over twenty-three years of experience in banking and business lending, Albert brings a vast knowledge of corporate finance and a history of excellent local service to their team. “Albert’s background in finance, experience as a local lender, and involvement in community service make him an
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Rhiannon Towers Lambert, MSN, RN, AGACNP-BC EASTON, Md. (November 12, 2024) – Rhiannon Towers Lambert, MSN, RN, AGACNP-BC, recently joined UM Shore Medical Group-Pulmonary Care as an inpatient pulmonary care nurse practitioner.Lambert most recently was employed by Shore-Bayy Hospitalist Associates, rounding at UM Shore Medical Center at Easton. Prior to that, she was a registered nurse on UM Shore Medical Center at Easton’s telemetry and intensive care units. UM Shore Medical Center at Easton is part of
Violence, Can you Prevent it? Sponsored by Dorchester Moving Forward, come to the Packing House for an in depth discussion on Violence, Why we choose violence, Everything is communication, Is violence communication, Self-awareness, breaking trajectories, and leveling up. The course includes topic introductions, guided discussions, study questions, interactive activities, and personal development skills. These topics are discussed with the hope of leaving the session with de-escalation skills,
EASTON, Md. (December 17, 2024) – The Birthing Center at UM Shore Regional Health’s Shore Medical Center at Easton provides classes related to childbirth, parenting and breastfeeding throughout the year. The Birthing Center team recently released their 2025 course flyer and offers a simple online registration process to assist new parents and caregivers. All childbirth and education classes are free of cost, but advance registration is required for all classes. Care partners are encouraged to attend
SALISBURY – TidalHealth, along with the Somerset County and Wicomico County Health Departments, is calling on community members to share their thoughts and priorities in a brief survey as part of the Community Health Needs Assessment process. This is your chance to tell local medical leaders what matters most to you when it comes to your health. The purpose is to understand the health issues facing you, your family, and your neighbors. Your input will help shape strategies to improve health and
SALISBURY — Wissam Mattar, MD provides care at TidalHealth Gastroenterology in Salisbury, Md. Dr. Mattar received his medical degree from Saint Joseph University in Beirut, Lebanon; he completed his internal medicine residency at Indiana University in Indianapolis, Ind.; he completed his gastroenterology fellowship at Georgetown University-Washington Hospital Center in Washington, D.C.; and earned his master’s degree in finance from Arizona State University in Tempe, Ariz., where he was a member of the
Catherine (Katie) Halen EASTON, Md. (December 16, 2024) – University of Maryland Shore Regional Health (UM SRH) recently welcomed Catherine “Katie” Halen, as Vice President of Human Resources. UM SRH is a member organization of the University of Maryland Medical System. In a distinguished career that spans more than 25 years as a human resources executive, Halen most recently served as the chief human resources officer for Montgomery County government in Norristown, Pennsylvania, where she developed
Free Webinars to Empower Aspiring and Current Entrepreneurs Salisbury, MD — Maryland Capital Enterprises (MCE) Women's Business Center is proud to announce its January 2025 Business Training Webinar Series, designed to equip small business owners, aspiring entrepreneurs, and minority business enterprises with tools for success. All webinars are free, virtual, and open to everyone.Webinar Schedule:• MBE | DBE | SBE Part 1 Date: Tuesday, January 14th | Time: 12:00–1:00 p.m. Details: A deep dive into
SALISBURY — TidalHealth Primary and Specialty Care is pleased to announce Natalie Sinclair and Eltonio “Tim Collins are its Team Members of the Month for November 2024. Natalie Sinclair, Surgical Scheduler, TidalHealth Gastroenterology Sinclair was nominated by Nurse Practitioner Sarah Proffit. She was recognized for the values of Service, Accountability, Quality and Community.“We recently had a patient (of mine) that was in the middle of a very difficult situation, and Natalie jumped up to help with an
Pictured from left to right are Justin Hiner and Eric Milhollan, CHC, who will officially assume the roles of Vice President and President of Willow Construction in January 2025. EASTON, MARYLAND — The start of 2025 will mark a significant leadership transition at Willow Construction, a milestone representing over a decade of thoughtful planning and strategic vision. The company is pleased to announce that Eric Milhollan, CHC, Willow’s current Senior Project Manager, will assume the role of President,
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SALISBURY — TidalHealth is pleased to welcome Griffith Richard Davies Batstone, MD, to TidalHealth Urology in Salisbury, Md. Dr. Batstone graduated from Downing College, Cambridge University in Cambridge, UK and received his medical degree from the University of Cambridge. He is a Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons of England, a Fellow of the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons and the Royal Canadian College of Physicians and Surgeons-Urology, completing both his internship and residency at
Pictured left to right from the St. Michaels Rotary are Jennifer Pagoda, Susan Ahlstrom, Human Trafficking Regional Navigator; David Shaw, and Dennis Forney. For All Seasons is offering free training, Human Trafficking 101, both online and in person throughout the five-county area. Susan Ahlstrom, Human Trafficking Regional Navigator, is eager to share with as many community members as possible information about human trafficking in our region – the intersection of online safety and trafficking, and the
This third annual holiday show of fine jewelry and art glass will extend its run into January and February at the Main Street Gallery in Cambridge. The gallery says it is delighted to have the group of 7 jewelry and glass artists, all of whom live and create their art around the Bay, showing into the new year. "Our customers have responded so positively to this show," says director Linda Starling, who is also a member of the metalsmith collective. "They appreciate the artistry that
Samantha Roman, MD has joined TidalHealth and is now providing care at TidalHealth Neurology in Salisbury, Md. Dr. Roman received her undergraduate degree from the University of Maryland College Park. She received her medical degree from The Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine in Baltimore, where she also completed her residency in neurology and her fellowship in neuroimmunology and multiple sclerosis. Dr. Roman is board-certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. She is a
SALISBURY — TidalHealth is pleased to welcome Bhaskar Palekar, MD, FACP to TidalHealth Primary Care in Lewes, Del. Dr. Palekar received his medical degree from LTM Medical College at Bombay University in Bombay, India, and completed his internal medicine residency at the Episcopal Campus affiliated with Temple University Hospital in Philadelphia, Pa., where he was chief resident his last two years. Dr. Palekar is board-certified in internal medicine. He is a fellow of the American College of Physicians
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Choptank Community Health System President and CEO Sara Rich, MPA, has been named Maryland’s 2024 Community Star by the National Organization of State Offices of Rural Health. The recognition honors remarkable individuals and organizations going above and beyond for rural health. Choptank Community Health System President and CEO Sara Rich, MPA, has been named Maryland’s 2024 Community Star by the National Organization of State Offices of Rural Health. The national Community Stars program helps to
Hebron, MD – American Bankers Association has selected Jennifer A. Poulsen, President & CEO, Hebron Savings Bank, to serve on ABA’s Community Bankers Council. Poulsen attended the ABA Community Bankers Council meeting in Washington, D.C., November 11-13. Bankers had discussions on next year’s Administration change and how the banking industry may be impacted; legislative priorities, including the farm bill and tax reform; and regulatory priorities, including national bank preemption, the Federal Reserve’s
Abi Detrich-Shore Legal Access Fall Semester Sandy Brown Public Interest Intern Shore Legal Access recently welcomed Abigale Detrich as its fall semester Sandy Brown Public Interest Intern. Shore Legal Access is a nonprofit legal assistance organization that uses the legal system to protect and advance the economic stability of limited-means individuals and households on Maryland's Eastern Shore. Detrich, of Federalsburg, works with the organization’s Mid-Shore staff at its Easton office. The Sandy
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SEAFORD — TidalHealth Nanticoke honors the following four team members as 3rd Quarter 2024 Team Members of the Quarter:Administrative & Support Services- Rebekah Shirey, Supply Chain Operations Assistant, Purchasing Shirey was recognized for doing an excellent job keeping her unit stocked with not only the essentials, but also patient specific items. She always checks in with staff in regard to their weekly and weekend needs and patient expectations and is very knowledgeable about the item specific to the
Chris Metzger, RN, is TidalHealth Peninsula Regional’s DAISY Award recipient for November 2024. SALISBURY – Chris Metzger, RN, of TidalHealth Peninsula Regional’s 5 South patient care unit, has been selected as the November 2024 recipient of the DAISY Award for his compassionate care and special attention provided to a recent patient during an extremely emotional and traumatic time. In her nomination, the patient wrote: “Chris has been my nurse a few times and is always polite, goes above and
Charlotte Matthews, CNA, is TidalHealth Peninsula Regional’s Sunshine Awardee for November 2024. SALISBURY – Charlotte Matthews, certified nursing assistant (CNA), on the patient care unit 5 South, has been selected as TidalHealth Peninsula Regional's November 2024 Sunshine Award recipient for her professionalism, kindness, and compassion. Matthews was nominated by a patient, who wrote: “Every time I have had Charlotte as my CNA she went above and beyond to ensure my comfort, even when she was
TidalHealth Peninsula Regional has again constructed its holiday star decoration atop the hospital in Salisbury. The unique star, measuring 22 feet from tip to tip, will be lit on the Friday after Thanksgiving and remain illuminated throughout the holiday season. The star has been the centerpiece of TidalHealth Peninsula Regional’s holiday decorating theme for the last 29 years. In 1995, following the death of Maryland State Police Trooper First Class Edward A. Plank, Jr. who was lost in the line of
SALISBURY – The Special Treasures Are Remembered (STAR) program at TidalHealth Peninsula Regional will host a Candlelight Memorial Service from 6 to 8 p.m. on Tuesday, Dec. 10, 2024, at City Church Fruitland, located at 620 W. Main St., Fruitland, MD 21826. This evening of remembrance and fellowship allows local families the opportunity to honor the memory of babies who left too soon. Individuals and families are invited to light a memorial candle in remembrance of their loved ones. A catered reception
SUSSEX, CAROLINE, DORCHESTER, WICOMICO & WORCESTER COUNTIES – TidalHealth will hold a free Advance Care Planning webinar at 1 p.m. on Tuesday, Dec. 10. 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 your
SALISBURY – TidalHealth Nutrition & Diabetes Education will hold a Diabetes Support Group Holiday Gathering from 5:30 to 7:00 p.m. on Monday, Dec. 9 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. The main
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Dr. Mariel Buqué enlightens For All Seasons’ staff about intergenerational trauma during her visit to present a free community lecture for the public. For All Seasons recently hosted a free community lecture at Chesapeake College by internationally acclaimed author Dr. Mariel Buqué, a first-generation Black Dominican psychologist and trailblazer in addressing intergenerational trauma, particularly within communities of color. Dr. Buqué has written "Break the Cycle: A Guide to Healing Intergenerational
Hyatt Regency Chesapeake Bay Golf Resort, Spa and Marina, a waterfront resort located on 342 acres of Maryland’s Eastern Shore, announce an extravagant Thanksgiving meal for local residents and resort guests. The meal will feature traditional holiday dishes paired with Eastern Shore favorites curated by the resort’s culinary team. “We are thrilled to host our annual delicious holiday brunch at our newly-renovated Water’s Edge Grill,” said Cari Ruppert, Director of Sales, Marketing, and Events. “We invite
SALISBURY — TidalHealth Peninsula Regional honors the following four team members as 3rd Quarter 2024 Team Members of the Quarter:Administrative & Support Services: Zachary Tull, Protection Services at TidalHealth McCready PavilionZachary “Zack” Tull, Security Guard at TidalHealth McCready Pavilion, is TidalHealth Peninsula Regional's 3rd Quarter 2024 Team Member of the Quarter for Administrative & Support Services. Tull always goes above and beyond for patients, visitors and staff and makes everyone feel
GEORGETOWN & SALISBURY — TidalHealth Primary and Specialty Care is pleased to announce Kara Lathbury and Bianca Diehl are its Team Members of the Month for October 2024.Kara Lathbury, Medical Assistant, TidalHealth OB/GYN in Seaford Lathbury was nominated by Dr. Abha Gupta for demonstrating the values of compassion, commitment, honor, and accountability: “Not only is she dependable, motivated with a great work ethic and a fantastic team player, Kara goes out of her way to help our patients. Kara embodies
Pictured left to right are partners for this year’s Thanksgiving Community Dinner in Cambridge: Krista Pettit, Director of One Mission Cambridge; Chris Rojas, owner of Taqueria Floritas; Ricky Travers, Simmons Center Market; Ann Crocker and Barbara Schneider of the Cambridge Wesleyan Church and One Mission Cambridge; and Antoine Patton of the Cambridge Police Department. This year’s 2nd Annual Thanksgiving Community Dinner will be bigger than ever. The event, to be held on Monday, November 25 at 1 p.m. at
TidalHealth Peninsula Regional and TidalHealth Nanticoke both earn an ‘A’ Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group SALISBURY/SEAFORD –TidalHealth was again nationally spotlighted in today’s release of the Fall 2024 Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade report and is now the highest rated health system in patient care and patient safety in the region. Both TidalHealth Peninsula Regional in Salisbury, Md. and TidalHealth Nanticoke in Seaford, Del. were awarded an “A” grade, Leapfrog’s highest honor.
Salisbury, MD – Maryland Capital Enterprises (MCE) held its annual Entrepreneur of the Year Awards Banquet on November 7, 2024, honoring the exceptional achievements of local entrepreneurs who are contributing to the growth and prosperity of the region. Hosted at Salisbury University’s Patricia R. Guerrieri Academics Commons Building Assembly Hall, this year’s event drew business leaders, community members, and local officials, all gathered to celebrate the spirit of entrepreneurship. The evening
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United Way Board Chair Sonya Whited Guests simulating a Month in the Life of ALICE Pictured left to right United Way Worldwide Executive Vice President of Global Network Advancement Team, John Farden; UWLES’ Amanda Hailey, Ryan Jackson and Pam Gregory; and United Way Worldwide Sr. Director in Network Engagement & Performance, John Emge. Members from Salisbury University’s Pep Band. Attendees celebrating 80 years of United Way’s local impact United Way of the Lower Eastern Shore recently held its
CAMBRIDGE, MD (November 11, 2024)–The University of Maryland Center for Environmental Science’s Horn Point Laboratory is partnering with the nonprofit organization PCs for People to reuse and recycle electronic equipment. The Facilities and IT departments at Horn Point Laboratory are leading the collaborative effort to put the campus’s ready-to-recycle electronics to good use. PCs for People collects and refurbishes electronics from businesses, schools, and other organizations across the country.
Bids must be received at the refuge office by 5:00 pm on December 13, 2024. Successful bidders will be notified by mail. The Refuge must receive full payment on or before December 23, 2024 for successful bidders to receive their permit. Trapping for muskrat, raccoon, fox, skunk, and opossum will begin on January 1, 2025, and end on March 15, 2025, unless extensions have been made by both the state and the refuge. Trapping on Blackwater NWR is a management activity designed to control the population levels
Katianne Scarpato is TidalHealth Peninsula Regional’s inaugural Monarch Award recipient. SALISBURY — Katianne “Kat” Scarpato has been named TidalHealth Peninsula Regional's inaugural 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. Scarpato is an Inpatient Phlebotomy Technician at our Salisbury hospital. She is a consistently hard worker
WSW Receives Donations from Preston Automotive Group from Their "Frog's Fairway Golf Tournament" Salisbury, MD – October 20, 2024 - Women Supporting Women has received over $60,000 in donations after the successful event of Preston Automotive Groups' 4th Annual "Frog's Fairway Golf Tournament". On October 2oth, the Preston Automotive Group held it's 4th Annual "Frog's Fairway Golf Tournament" at Hog Neck Golf Course in Easton, Maryland. Preston Automotive group held this event during the month of
TidalHealth is pleased to welcome Bryce Blanton, MD, to TidalHealth Outpatient Behavioral Health in Salisbury, Md. Dr. Blanton graduated from Mississippi State University and received his medical degree from Ross University School of Medicine in Dominica. He completed his psychiatry and behavioral sciences residency at Tulane University School of Medicine in New Orleans, La. Dr. Blanton has presented on various mental health topics and served on the Opioid Stewardship Committee, which is a
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Diamond Boston is TidalHealth Lab Outreach’s inaugural Monarch Award recipient MARYLAND & DELAWARE — Diamond Boston has been named TidalHealth Lab Outreach's inaugural 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. Boston is a Lab Outreach Float tech who works at all TidalHealth FamilyLab and outreach lab locations across Delmarva. She joined
Melinda Echols is TidalHealth Peninsula Regional’s inaugural Laboratory Legend Award recipient. SALISBURY — Melinda Echols has been named TidalHealth Peninsula Regional's inaugural Laboratory Legend Award winner. This award recognizes TidalHealth's laboratory technical team members who demonstrate exceptional performance in accountability, compassion, commitment, problem-solving and/or teamwork. Echols is the Senior Medical Laboratory Scientist at the Richard A. Henson Cancer Institute lab located in
TidalHealth’s Family Medicine Residency program has been accredited. SALISBURY – TidalHealth is proud to announce that its Family Medicine Residency Program has been awarded accreditation by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME). This prestigious achievement marks a significant milestone in TidalHealth’s commitment to enhancing healthcare education and improving access to primary care on the Delmarva Peninsula. This accreditation enables TidalHealth’s Family Medicine
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TidalHealth is pleased to welcome Stephen Robinson, MD, to TidalHealth Primary Care in Salisbury, Md. Dr. Robinson earned his bachelor’s degree from Boston University and his medical degree from Temple University in Philadelphia, Pa. He completed his residency at the University of Maryland Medical System in Baltimore, Md. Dr. Robinson has many years of clinical experience and has received awards for the care he provides, including the Philadelphia Assembly of Family Physicians Memorial Award for
Cambridge, MD – Hyatt Regency Chesapeake Bay Golf Resort, Spa and Marina, a waterfront resort located on 342 acres of Maryland’s Eastern Shore, announces new travel experiences to help guests experience the area’s vibrant fall foliage. The waterfront resort will be offering hay rides starting October 25th through November 30th. The resort also debuts a special promotion to help guests make the most of their getaway. “Our beautiful location offers incredible vacation opportunities year-round and we are
Bridget Campbell, Esq. Holding The Honorable Karen M. Jensen Award On Thursday, October 24, Shore Legal Access held its annual Volunteer Attorney Appreciation event at Legal Assets in Easton as part of the annual National Celebration of Pro Bono week. Three attorneys and a law firm were honored for their dedication to providing free legal services to clients who can’t afford an attorney. “Volunteer attorneys are the heart and soul of what we do. Since 2011, our extraordinary network of volunteer
SUSSEX, CAROLINE, DORCHESTER, WICOMICO & WORCESTER COUNTIES – TidalHealth will hold a free Advance Care Planning webinar at 1 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 12. 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 your
SALISBURY – TidalHealth will hold a free ICD Support Group from 9 to 10 a.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 12, at the TidalHealth Adult Fitness building located at 800 S. Salisbury Blvd, Ste. D, Salisbury, MD 21801. The goal of this group is to allow people with implantable cardioverter defibrillator (ICD) devices to become more knowledgeable and comfortable with having an ICD. The group is open to patients, family, friends and caregivers, and allows attendees to meet and share with others who have been through
SALISBURY & OCEAN PINES – The Accreditation Committee of the College of American Pathologists (CAP) and the Association for the Advancement of Blood & Biotherapies (AABB) have awarded accreditations to TidalHealth Peninsula Regional's clinical laboratory and TidalHealth's Richard A. Henson Cancer Institute laboratory in Ocean Pines based on results of recent on-site inspections as part of the CAP and AABB accreditation programs. “Our laboratory’s accreditation by both organizations puts TidalHealth
Pictured left to right are Michelle Nichols, Community Action Center Program Manager at Delmarva Community Services, Inc. with Mr. Davis, a community member who is receiving services at the agency. Mr. Davis, a 69-year-old resident of Cambridge, walked almost three miles on one of the hottest days in July to seek assistance with a utility bill. Seeing his obvious discomfort from the walk due to severe arthritis in his feet, an outreach worker from Delmarva Community Services (DCS) introduced herself and
DCHD is sponsoring this introductory violence prevention course provided by RTC Solutions: Topics Include: What is ViolenceWhy We Choose Violence Everything is Communication Is Violence CommunicationSelf-AwarenessBreaking TrajectoriesLeveling Up Instructors Phil Whitelock and Rebecca Redmer will take you through 7 key topics for preventing violence in our communities, schools, families, and personal lives. The course addresses violence for what it is - a way humans interact and communicate with one
Georgia Boyle, RN, is TidalHealth Peninsula Regional’s DAISY Award recipient for October 2024. SALISBURY – Georgia Boyle, RN, of TidalHealth Peninsula Regional’s Labor and Delivery (L & D) unit, has been selected as the October 2024 recipient of the DAISY Award for her compassionate care and special attention provided to a recent patient during an extremely emotional and traumatic time. In her nomination, the patient wrote: What should have been an ordinary trip to visit family in Virginia and
Nicole Gattis, PCT, is TidalHealth Peninsula Regional’s Sunshine Awardee for October 2024. SALISBURY – Nicole Gattis, patient care technician (PCT) on the patient care unit 5 West, has been selected as TidalHealth Peninsula Regional's October 2024 Sunshine Award recipient for her professionalism, kindness, and compassion. Gattis was nominated by a peer, who wrote: A patient with cerebral palsy and blindness became incredibly upset after being cleaned up and repositioned following an unfortunate
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SALISBURY & SEAFORD – In honor of Veterans Day and in appreciation for the service to our nation by the veterans of Delmarva, TidalHealth is pleased to offer free flu shots to all veterans and their spouses. The free flu vaccinations will be provided on Monday, Nov. 11, 2024, from 10 a.m. to Noon at the American Legion Wicomico Post 64 located at 1109 American Legion Road, Salisbury, MD 21801. The same vaccinations will be available from Noon to 2 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 11 at the American Legion
Many UM Shore Regional Health departments and community emergency medical services teams play a key role in helping the Primary Stroke Center at UM Shore Medical Center at Easton achieve the Get With The Guidelines annual awards. Pictured, UM Shore Regional Health Primary Stroke Center team members, UM Shore Regional Health leadership and Talbot County Department of Emergency Services team members pose with Suhkdeo-Singh, MD, (white coat, left of center) Medical Director of the Primary Stroke Center at UM
SALISBURY — TidalHealth is pleased to announce that Rodericka “Rod” Hairston, CRT, of TidalHealth Peninsula Regional, is its Tree of Life Award recipient for October 2024. This award honors respiratory therapists who provide excellent care to patients, make a special connection, and are engaged with the care team to ensure the best outcomes for their patients. Hairston, a 39-year TidalHealth team member, was nominated by the wife of a recent patient: "I believe Rod saved my husband’s life when she
SALISBURY – TidalHealth Nutrition & Diabetes Education will hold a free event in honor of Diabetes Awareness Month from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 11, 2024, in the Hallowell Conference Center located on the ground floor of TidalHealth Peninsula Regional at 100 E. Carroll St., Salisbury, MD 21801. Dr. Jack Snitzer, Dr. Jorge Vivar Aguirre and Dr. Salman Bhat of TidalHealth Endocrinology, accompanied by Flora Glasgow, CRNP, of TidalHealth Pediatric Specialty Services, will answer your questions
The YMCA of the Chesapeake is pleased to announce the return of its annual Turkey Trot on Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, November 28th. The 2024 event will be hosted virtually and in person at seven locations across the Eastern Shore. (October 24, 2024) – Easton, MD – The YMCA of the Chesapeake is pleased to announce the return of its annual Turkey Trot on Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, November 28. The 2024 event will be hosted virtually and in person at seven locations across the Eastern Shore. “We
SEAFORD – TidalHealth is honored to share that Newsweek and Statista have ranked TidalHealth Nanticoke in Seaford as the #2 hospital in the State of Delaware in its “Best-in-State Hospitals 2025 Report.” The report highlights 700 leading hospitals across the nation, ranked by state, to help healthcare consumers find the most trusted medical facilities. This year's rankings include facilities in all 50 states and the District of Columbia. The rankings were compiled using quality metrics from the Centers
Salisbury, Maryland – October 2024 – The Maryland Capital Enterprises (MCE) Women’s Business Center is excited to announce three upcoming no-cost webinars in November, offering valuable insights for small business owners and aspiring entrepreneurs.Basics of Business Finances: Two-Part Webinar SeriesDates: November 6 & 13, 2024Time: 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM This two-part series, led by Lyndsae Peele, CEO of Kingdom Vision Consulting, will provide participants with the tools to gain confidence in managing
SALISBURY – On Tuesday, Oct. 15, TidalHealth Peninsula Regional's Special Treasures Are Remembered (STAR) program hosted its annual Memory Walk in observance of National Pregnancy and Infant Loss Remembrance Day. This event allows local families an opportunity to honor the memory of babies who left too soon. The mission of the STAR program is to serve the needs of parents and families who have suffered the loss of a baby through miscarriage, ectopic pregnancy, stillbirth, or infant death.
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SALISBURY — TidalHealth is pleased to welcome Amanda Fleming, FNP-C, to TidalHealth Cardiovascular Surgery in Salisbury, Md. Fleming received her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Western Governors University and her Master of Science in Nursing from Wilmington University. She is a certified family nurse practitioner. Fleming is a member of the American Association of Nurse Practitioners. She is certified by the American Heart Association in Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiac Life Support
SALISBURY — TidalHealth is pleased to welcome Carrie Dawes, CPNP, PC-AC, to TidalHealth Pediatrics in Salisbury, Md. Dawes received her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Villa Julie College in Baltimore, Md., and earned her Master of Science in Advanced Practice Pediatric Nursing from the University of Maryland School of Nursing in Baltimore, Md. Dawes has over two decades of clinical experience as a board-certified Pediatric Nurse Practitioner. When she is not seeing patients, she enjoys spending
SALISBURY — TidalHealth is pleased to welcome Gabrielle Culver, FNP, to TidalHealth Gastroenterology in Salisbury, Md. Culver received her Master of Science in Nursing from Wilmington University and is a certified family nurse practitioner. She has experience offering comprehensive patient care as a registered nurse at TidalHealth Peninsula Regional in the endoscopy and progressive care units. Her clinical interests center around inflammatory bowel disease. She is a member of the American Association
Raising Over $78,500 Since Inception Ocean Pines, MD – October 18, 2024– The Michael J. Strawley, Sr. Memorial Golf Tournament Committee presented a check for $15,000 to Coastal Hospice for the support of charitable care at the Macky & Pam Stansell House in Ocean Pines, MD. The tournament has donated its proceeds to the organization since 2017, and the $15,000 raised in 2024 contributes to over $78,500 raised over the years. The 8th Annual Michael J. Strawley, Sr. Memorial Golf Tournament was held at
Greg Olinde and Lawson Newcomb from BayVanguard Bank presented Andy Hollis and Keith Adkins of Delmarva Community Services, Inc. with a $2,500 check to support DCS fundraising efforts. Pictured left to right: Keith Adkins, COO, DCS; Andy Hollis, President/CEO, DCS; Greg Olinde, Executive Vice President and Chief Credit Officer, BayVanguard Bank; and Lawson Newcomb, Assistant Vice President, BayVanguard Bank. Jennifer A. Poulsen and Ernest Wager Jr. from Hebron Savings Bank presented Andy Hollis and Keith
Nearly 500 visitors explored the scientific research, and enjoyed the natural beauty, of Horn Point Laboratory at this year's Open House. Faculty and students shared their environmental science research through interactive activities. Other highlights included a wagon ride, nature walks, a tour of the historic DuPont House, and Chesapeake Bay-themed crafts for children. Not to mention the beautiful weather!Share your feedback!Did you join us for Open House 2024? We hope you were able to be part of our big
SALISBURY, October 22, 2024 – TidalHealth announced today that it has achieved numerous accolades for clinical excellence from Healthgrades, the #1 site Americans use when searching for a doctor or hospital. Healthgrades 2025 Star Report of hospital achievements shows TidalHealth is rated among the nation’s best health systems in several clinical services. Among them, and new in the 2025 Star Report, is TidalHealth Peninsula Regional’s orthopedic surgery program being rated third best among all
A lifelong preservation advocate dedicated to preserving a historic church and cemetery with ties to Harriet Tubman, an organization that showcases Dorchester County’s diverse cultures, an event celebrating the local men who served in the U.S. Colored Troops, and a volunteer whose efforts help ensure that maritime history is appreciated by new generations – all will be honored for their roles in helping to preserve and promote Dorchester County’s culture during the Heart of Chesapeake Country Heritage Area
MILLSBORO – On Monday, Oct. 21, 100 golfers from across the region enjoyed a beautiful day at the Peninsula Golf & Country Club in Millsboro, Del. while playing in the TidalHealth Foundation’s Drive for Mobile Mammography Golf Classic which was presented by Preston Automotive Group. The event raised over $80,000 to benefit the TidalHealth Foundation’s Drive for Mobile Mammography campaign to purchase a state-of-the-art mobile mammography unit. The TidalHealth Foundation would like to thank its
GMB announces the selection of new President Charles M. O’Donnell, III, P.E., who will step into the role on January 1, 2025, upon the retirement of current President James H. Willey, Jr., P.E. Our firm has served the Maryland, Delaware, and Virginia region for nearly 65 years, flourishing under the leadership of Willey, who joined in 1996 and took the helm in 2010. Willey guided GMB to consistent growth over the past decade. The GMB Board of Directors selected O’Donnell for his remarkable ability to
This October, in honor of Women's Small Business Month, it's essential to acknowledge the cutting-edge tools that enable women entrepreneurs to optimize their workflows and fuel growth. Adobe Acrobat provides a robust set of features aimed at boosting efficiency, simplifying document management, enhancing team collaboration, and streamlining crucial business processes. For women entrepreneurs eager to save time and concentrate on expanding their businesses, these solutions can be transformative in the
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SALISBURY — TidalHealth is pleased to welcome Maxine Cruz-am, CRNP, FNP-C, to TidalHealth Cardiology in Salisbury, Md. Cruz-am received her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Stevenson University in Owings Mills, Md., and her Master of Science in Nursing from Georgetown University in Washington, D.C. A certified family nurse practitioner, she worked at the University of Maryland Cardiac Progressive Unit for seven years. She has been a cardiac nurse practitioner for three years, specializing in
Choptank Community Health System’s dental practice recently welcomed Andrés Álvarez-Deal, DMD, and Megan Patterson Poteat, DDS to its Cambridge Dental Center and David Martin, DDS to its Federalsburg Dental Center. Dr. Álvarez-Deal received his certification through the NYU Langone Advance Education in General Dentistry program at Choptank Health and his Doctor of Medicine in Dentistry from the University of Puerto Rico, where he earned a bachelor’s degree in general sciences. He is a member of
Main Street Gallery is delighted to welcome back for the third year in a row, ALL THAT GLITTERS 2024: A METALSMITH COLLECTIVE. A group of 6 guest jewelry and glass artists along with member artist Linda Starling comprise the collective and all live and create their work in regions around the Bay. On Friday, November 1, ALL THAT GLITTERS opens at the Gallery at 518 Poplar St. in Cambridge with a holiday show featuring a showcase of the artists’ creative and original jewelry and art glass as well as the
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Dorchester County Public Schools is charting the course for the future by developing a strategic plan for 2025-2028, with the goal of moving from the 23rd-ranked school district in Maryland to the 15th. Students, parents, teachers, other staff, school leaders, and the Dorchester County community all have a role to play in the district's success. All are invited to attend one of our upcoming community meetings to add thoughts and ideas: • Monday, October 14, 6:00 to 7:30, Hurlock United Methodist Church,
Ocean Pines, MD – October 7, 2024 – Coastal Hospice is thrilled to announce the return of the Coastal Walk & 5K Run presented by Beachwood, Inc. Custom Builders on Saturday, October 19, 2024 at the Assateague State Park. This event is hosted by Beachwood Inc. and sponsored by Assateague State Park & MD Park Services, benefiting Coastal Hospice for the support of charitable care at the Macky & Pam Stansell House in Ocean Pines, MD. Participants can choose to compete (or not) in a 2-mile Walk or 5K Run at
SRH CNA of the Year Award nominees are shown at the awards presentation at Chesapeake College, left to right: Amyia Johnson, Taylor Ball, Randall Mills, Chloe Torres, Jaira Miles, Lacy Brown, Taylor Lloyd, Glenda Cornish, Susan Bonwill, Andrew Palmonka, Ann Thrift and Haylee Robinson. Nominees not pictured: Ernest Beasley, Aliyah Dorsey, Jillian Lovett, Eva Ross, Bianca Smith and Hailei Willin. EASTON, Md. (October
TidalHealth Home Care is bridging the gap from hospital to home. In the photo, back row, left to right, Brittany Banks, RN, Clinical Liaison Disease Management; Debbie Stevens, Community Liaison/Account Representative and Ashley Smith, LPN, Clinical Liaison TidalHealth Coordination. In the front, left to right, Robyn Coughenour, BSN, RN, Vice President of Clinical Operations and Beverly White, Ed.D., MBA/HCA, Vice President of Business Operations. SALISBURY/LAUREL– Peninsula Home Care, a leading provider
Join Mace's Lane Community Center for a press event and update on Mace's Lane construction project, featuring Senators Chris Van Hollen and Ben Cardin. The event will begin at 3 p.m. on Thursday, October 10, 2024 at the Mace's Lane Community Center located at 1099 Maces Lane, Cambridge, MDClick Here to RSVP: https://bit.ly/3BAypks
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CAMBRIDGE, MD (September 30, 2024)–The University of Maryland Center for Environmental Science’s Horn Point Laboratory invites the public to its annual free Open House on Saturday, October 12, 2024, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. This 2024 Open House theme is “Treasure Your Bay.” Visitors will have the opportunity to explore the many reasons to treasure the Chesapeake Bay, including the marine and human life it supports. Horn Point Laboratory’s team of scientists will share their research through fun,
SUSSEX, CAROLINE, DORCHESTER, WICOMICO & WORCESTER COUNTIES — The TidalHealth Foundation is excited to announce a $100,000 matching gift challenge, thanks to a generous commitment from Sandy and Palmer Gillis, in support of its Drive for Mobile Mammography campaign to raise $1,000,000 for a mobile mammography unit. This initiative aims to expand access to life-saving breast cancer screenings in our communities. Beginning Oct. 1, every dollar donated to the Drive for Mobile Mammography campaign will be
SALISBURY – TidalHealth Nutrition & Diabetes Education will hold a Diabetes Support Group from 6 to 7 p.m. on Monday, Oct. 14 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. This month’s presentation will
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Amanda McDermott, Rochalla Jones and Courtney Thomas are shown outside the Dorchester SCOT office located in Shore Regional Health at Cambridge.CAMBRIDGE, Md. (September 9, 2024) – University of Maryland Shore Regional Health (UM SRH), a member organization of the University of Maryland Medical System, has established a new Shore Community Outreach Team (SCOT) to advance health care access and support for Dorchester County residents. Following the model that has served residents of Kent and northern
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