Salisbury working to establish consistent funding for homeless village
The Anne Street Village designed to serve Salisbury’s homeless population is nearing completion and is expected to open sometime in April. City officials are planning to host a …
I am writing to express my concern and that of many fellow Eastern Shoremen.
The Ward Foundation and Museum of Wildfowl Art are a treasured asset to almost all Eastern Shore citizens and many …
The public is invited to a dedication ceremony for the new Patricia and Alan Guerrieri Technology Center at Wor-Wic Community College on Thursday, April 20, at 2 p.m.
Local dignitaries are …
A decision last week by Salisbury University to end its affiliation with the Ward Foundation, came as a surprise to foundation members who believed they were still in discussions with SU staff about …
News
The Delmarva Shorebirds will host the Shorebirds Open House on Tuesday, April 4, from 5 to 7 p.m. at Arthur W. Perdue Stadium.
Gates will open at 4 p.m. to welcome in the 2023 Shorebirds …
Member Exclusive
PRINCESS ANNE — Edible insects will be served up April 3-6 during a series of adventurous events at the University of Maryland Eastern Shore to promote insect agriculture and the culinary art …
Member Exclusive
Salisbury University plans to begin relocating the collection of the Ward Museum of Wildfowl Art this summer and end its affiliation with the Ward Foundation, citing serious financial concerns, …
Member Exclusive
Schools Superintendent Micah Stauffer announced last week that Wicomico teams will not participate in any sporting contests that include Kent Island High School until an independent investigation is …
Member Exclusive
Marking her first 100 days as Wicomico County Executive, Julie Giordano stepped out of the spotlight on Thursday to present the executive team on which she relies to manage county government.
In …
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Salisbury
Heather Brooks named Salisbury’s new Secretary of Kindness
Salisbury became the first city in the United States to be named a World Kindness City for its efforts to officially promote kindness, including appointing an official Secretary of Kindness. Grace …
Dominique Sessa Receives 2022 city of Salisbury Human Rights Award
Mayor Jack Heath is proud to name Dominique Sessa as the recipient of the 2022 city of Salisbury Human Rights Award.
Sessa was presented with the award at the City Council meeting on Feb. …
Member Exclusive
Salisbury City Administrator Glanz departing for state post
City Administrator Julia Glanz has been appointed as an Assistant Secretary for the Department of Housing and Community Development for the state of Maryland, joining Secretary Jake Day. Glanz will …
Neighbors
At 87, community icon Roger Marino planning a comeback
Roger Marino is ready to make a comeback.
The 87-year-old, known for awarding scholarships to athletes and recognizing anyone who “did the right thing in the places they live, work, play and …
Today In Salisbury's History: Sunday, March 29, 1970
Sunday, March 29, 1970 --
The Maryland State Roads Commission has approved an extension of Beaglin Park Drive in east Salisbury that will connect College Avenue with Route 50. The most-expensive …
Today In Salisbury's History: Saturday, March 22, 1975
Saturday, March 22, 1975 --
Leon Burks, a Salisbury State College football star, will be honored Monday night by the City Council for his role in apprehending purse snatchers in a campus parking …
Business
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Study shows ambient air around chicken houses well below regulatory limits
PRINCESS ANNE — An academic study comparing ambient air quality in a rural location near Princess Anne versus a site south of Pocomoke City ringed by poultry growers shows a statistically …
Marianna Batie opens new Salisbury law office
The Salisbury Area Chamber of Commerce first welcomed the Law Office of Marianna Batie in July and most recently helped Batie inaugurate her Salisbury office at 1321 Mount Hermon Road.
A Salisbury …
West, Valania accept State News regional promotions
Andrew West and Marty Valania have accepted new regional leadership roles for the State News at BaytoBayNews.com.
Mr. West, who has been with the Delaware State News since 1990, will …
Salisbury Chamber swears in directors slate for 2023
The Salisbury Area Chamber of Commerce conducted its annual Board of Directors and Voting Council Installation last month, formally elevating Greg Reddell of State Farm Insurance to a one-year term …
Former Salisbury fire headquarters available for lease
The former Salisbury Fire Department Headquarters building that once housed the Headquarters Live music venue and more recently served as offices for The Daily Times, is being offered for …
Business Insights
Hyatt Regency Chesapeake Bay Golf Resort, Spa and Marina is providing a lineup of holiday activities the entire family will enjoy this season.
The resort will host a “Breakfast with …
Things to do
Celebrate St. Patrick's Day at 3rd Friday in Downtown Salisbury
This week’s 3rd Friday in Downtown Salisbury is the perfect excuse to head out for a night Downtown as we celebrate St. …
Tim Kennard River Run, Rob’s Run for Kids return this month
The community is invited to celebrate the lives of two local runners at the Tim Kennard River Run and Rob’s Run for Kids, both …
Allen Asbury United Methodist Church Spring Bazaar is Saturday
Delicious homemade chicken salad, soups, oyster sandwiches and baked goods are on the menu for the Spring Bazaar of Allen Asbury …
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Sports
Tennessee quarterbacks coach Pat O'Hara called six-year journeyman Joshua Dobbs hours after a loss on Christmas Eve, asking him to come to the team headquarters on Christmas Day.
Though he had …
This year's Super Bowl features a rare matchup of the NFL’s top two teams from the regular season.
The Philadelphia Eagles and Kansas City Chiefs were the league's only 14-game winners, marking …
The Philadelphia Eagles are playing for another Super Bowl title because they weren’t afraid to make difficult decisions following a disastrous 2020 season.
Just three years after hoisting the …
My name is Shannon Hannawald. I am a wife and mother. I am also 1 in 10. One in 10 women who have endometriosis.
What is endometriosis? If you ask a doctor endometriosis is defined as a painful …
Recent strandings of whales along the East Coast of the United States have generated a lot of alarm and misinformation concerning the cause of mortality. ...
Re: Bid to hire Cox for Wicomico legal role fails; March 1 Salisbury Independent
Putting aside whether Daniel Cox is qualified to provide competent guidance in the areas for which County Executive …
Do you want to help save Chesapeake Bay? Here is my unfiltered advice: quit smoking. Why? Because cigarette butts are toxic to the fish, plankton, and everything else that lives in the Bay. No ifs, …
Suicide prevention is often a topic people avoid. However, it is an important subject to broach, as countless individuals struggle with suicidal thoughts. Thankfully, many mental health organizations and individuals emphasize raising awareness, offer support and provide resources ...
Since his election, congressional reporters have been chasing George Santos around Capitol Hill. National reporters have been eager to expose the blatant and bizarre lies about his life story, …