Salisbury University officially cuts ties with Ward Foundation
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, …
Just about everybody is familiar with Paul Butler, known for his smooth voice in radio and TV news, for mentoring youth and, most recently, handling public communications for the Wicomico County …
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 …
Why would an angel cry?
A potential answer to that question can be found in the seventh children’s book written by T.J. Mumford of Hebron. The story takes place at Trinity United Methodist …
News
SEAFORD – Timothy Feist, MBA, CHC, TidalHealth's Vice President of Ambulatory Services, announces the promotion of Kimberly S. Adkins, MBA, BS (MT), ASCP, to Senior Director of Laboratory …
SALISBURY – TidalHealth will now offer MyChart subscribers an effortless way to get an all-encompassing view of their overall health and wellbeing by partnering with Apple Health and the Apple …
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
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
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 …
Janet Patricia Karick passes away at 64, devoted to family, friends
There’s a lady who’s sure, all that glitters is gold and on March 12, 2023, surrounded by her loving family at home, Janet Patricia Karick went to dance along the light of day after her …
Today in Salisbury's History: Monday, March 15, 1993
Monday, March 15, 1993 --
Wicomico County officials are dealing with an inordinate number of delinquent property taxpayers, with millions of dollars still owed. In a normal year, according to …
Business
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 …
Positive business outlook telegraphed at Salisbury Chamber Economic Forum
Labor challenges and infrastructure needs were contrasted with a prediction of continued positive economic trends and a growth in high-tech opportunities during expert panels at the 35th Annual …
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, …