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University of Maryland Medical System Announces $1.2 Million Commitment To Address Food Insecurity

UM Shore Regional Health Working To Address Food Insecurity IssuesIn Mid-Shore Counties EASTON, Md. (August 2, 2021) – The University of Maryland Medical System (UMMS) today announced a $1.2 million commitment to address food insecurity issues in the communities across the state which are served by the organization’s 13 hospitals.  UMMS is working with the Maryland Food Bank, the Capital Area Food Bank, Moveable Feast and Meals on Wheels to provide directed grants and other resources to the most vulnerable

''Other Lands'' is Main Street Gallery's Fall Show

GW Thompson's close connection to the landscape is evident in the expressive, abstract paintings which are the subject of  Main Street Gallery's fall show, "Other Lands" -Abstract Landscape Paintings by GW Thompson. As the gallery's guest artist, GW will show his paintings alongside the artwork of the cooperative's 13 member artists.  His desire, he says, is for visitors to engage with his work and contemplate man's impact on the natural world. The painter, who graduated with a BA in Art and Art History

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DCA Welcomes the Plein Air Painters of the Chesapeake Bay

 Artist Marianne Kost Dorchester Center for the Arts is pleased to announce “Plein Air Painters of the Chesapeake Bay: Shared Visions” is the featured August exhibition. Founded April 2014, Plein Air Painters of the Chesapeake Bay (PAPCB) is focused on capturing the beauty of the Chesapeake Bay region, painting on waterfront lands, in nature preserves, on working farms, and in towns and villages. An exhibit of members’ works is held annually, with a portion of the proceeds donated to local

U.S. News again names TidalHealth Peninsula Regional among the nation’s best regional hospitals

TidalHealth Peninsula Regional   TidalHealth Peninsula Regional has again been named a Best Regional Hospital on the Eastern Shore of Maryland according to U.S. News, the publisher of Best Hospitals.   The magazine ranked the Salisbury hospital as the No. 8 hospital in Maryland.  U.S. News & World Report rated TidalHealth Peninsula Regional a “high-performing hospital” in the treatment of heart failure, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), knee replacement surgery, hip replacement surgery,

The Friends of the Dorchester County Public Library announce the dates for book sales

The Friends of the Dorchester County Public Library announce the dates for book sales for the remainder of the calendar year.    Second Saturday Book Sales will be held on the second Saturday of each month through the calendar year.  Sales run from 9a.m. to 1p.m.  The Saturday sales will be inside on the first floor of the Library in the Book Cellar and the Meeting Room as well as the lower level lobby. There will be thousands of books, both hard back and paperbacks ranging in price from $.50 with most

Empowerment Center Gets Revived Landscape Design in August through Keep Maryland Beautiful Grant

The City of Cambridge was one of several recipients of the Keep Maryland Beautiful grant, receiving $3,000 in funding that will be used at the Empowerment Center (EC) for a revived landscape design. This grant was generously provided by Keep Maryland Beautiful, Maryland Department of Transportation, Maryland Environmental Trust, Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development, and Forever Maryland Foundation. Richard Potter, EC’s new executive director, quotes: “We are very excited to be

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Davis, Bowen & Friedel Welcomes New Employees

Davis, Bowen & Friedel, Inc. has welcomed six new employees in all three offices over the past several months. As our offices continue to grow, DBF has added Payton L. Bridge, Barry L. Boltz, Lena A. Williams, and Richard B. Padgette in the Salisbury, Maryland office, as well as Christopher D. Waters, in the Easton, Maryland office, and Eric C. Kells from the Milford, Delaware office.Payton L. Bridge, a licensed architect in the State of Virginia, has recently relocated back to Salisbury, Maryland, where

Choptank Community Health receives William Donald Schaefer Helping People Award

Choptank Community Health System has been recognized for its leadership during the COVID-19 pandemic with the Comptroller of Maryland’s 2020 William Donald Schaefer Helping People Award for Caroline County. Choptank Community Health received the recognition at a July 13 virtual presentation with Comptroller Peter Franchot.  The annual award recognizes individuals and organizations in each of the 23 counties and Baltimore City who best exemplify former Governor and Comptroller William Donald Schaefer's

Dr. Kurt Wehberg rejoins TidalHealth

TidalHealth is pleased to announce that cardiothoracic surgeon Kurt E. Wehberg, MD, has rejoined the health system. Dr. Wehberg is part of the new TidalHealth Cardiovascular Surgery practice at the TidalHealth Millsboro Campus at 30265 Commerce Drive, Suite103 in Millsboro, Delaware, just off Route 113 near Lowe’s. The new practice opened July 12.Dr. Wehberg, who is board-certified by the American Board of Surgery and the American Board of Thoracic Surgery, received his medical degree from Eastern Virginia

Mid-Shore Community Foundation Appoints New Members

JULY 12, 2021 - The Mid-Shore Community Foundation announces the appointment of six new members to its Board of Directors - Heather Guerieri, Harriette Lowery, Greg Meekins, Steve Rideout, Tolbert Rowe, and Charles Taylor.   The Foundation’s Board of Directors consists of twenty-nine individuals from throughout the Mid-Shore Region of Caroline, Dorchester, Kent, Queen Anne’s and Talbot Counties.  All members are volunteers and together they represent a diverse range of knowledge and experience.   “It is

TidalHealth Peninsula Regional chosen to participate in new program to curb opioid deaths

In the photo, from the left, displaying the to-go Naloxone and supporting patient information are Bill Cooper, PharmD, TidalHealth Home Scripts Ambulatory Pharmacy Manager, Angie Brittingham, Senior Director of Emergency and Trauma Services at TidalHealth and Glenn Hornstein, MD, Medical Director of Emergency Services, at TidalHealth Peninsula Regional and TidalHealth McCready Pavilion.  The Emergency Department team at TidalHealth Peninsula Regional in Salisbury, Maryland treats approximately 15 suspected

LIGHT NIGHT! 2021

The fifth annual LIGHT NIGHT party will be held the evening of Saturday, Aug. 28, 2021 at the Cambridge Yacht Club. A celebration of the Choptank River Lighthouse and the difference this “Jewel of the Choptank” makes for our community, the event will feature heavy appetizers, fun auctions, a “wine wall,” dancing, and much more. New this year: Outdoor tented space will be available in addition to air-conditioned Yacht Club interior. Tickets cost $55 each.  The event sold out in each of its first four

Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Eastern Shore Hosts 12th Annual Eastern Shore Golf Classic

Golfers Lining up for Shotgun Start Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Eastern Shore (BBBSES) is excited to announce the 12th Annual Eastern Shore Golf Classic (ESGC). It will be held on Monday August 9th, 2021 at the beautiful River Marsh Golf Course at the Hyatt Regency Bay Golf Resort in Cambridge, MD. Each golfer will receive entry to the event, a gift for participating, a golf cart for the day, 18 holes of golf, lunch, and entry to the awards reception that includes dinner. The event will also include

Gross Joins UM Shore Medical Group - Gastroenterology

Easton, Md. (July 2, 2021) – Beth Gross, MS, ACNP, has joined UM Shore Medical Group – Gastroenterology. She is the latest provider to join the Gastroenterology practice, which also includes Hamza Abdulla, MD, George Kunnackal John, MD, Volkan Taskin, MD, Matthew Troshinsky, MD, Melissa Eigenbrode, CRNP, and Mary Horseman, CRNP. Gross previously served as surgical oncology nurse practitioner at University of Maryland Baltimore Washington Medical Center (UM BWMC). Her experience includes several years a

Back to School Sale

We understand that there's a shortage of eye doctors on the shore. Kids are returning to school in a few months and we want every child to get an eye exam and durable eyewear. Sale includes all the following; - Complete eye examination - Indestructible frames - Polycarbonate (anti-scratch/anti-breakage) lenses - Anti-glare lenses July 1st - August 20thwww.siripremierec.com/

UM Shore Medical Center at Easton Unveils Transformation of Hospital’s Cafeteria Into An ‘Easton Mar

University of Maryland Shore Regional Health and Morrison Healthcare team members recently celebrated the grand opening of the newly renovated “Easton Marketplace” at UM Shore Medical Center at Easton. EASTON, MD (July 7, 2021) – Following a week-long renovation and refresh, UM Shore Medical Center at Easton recently unveiled its newly renovated “Easton Marketplace,” replacing the traditional cafeteria, a project completed with the hospital’s partner, Morrison Healthcare. The grand opening included a

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Choptank Health partners with Health Dept. to vaccinate migrant workers

Choptank Community Health System’s migrant outreach team on Hoopers Island, shown here. Choptank Community Health is partnering with numerous organizations as part of its ongoing COVID-19 outreach efforts, including Dorchester County Health Department in reaching migrant workers with testing and vaccinations.  Choptank Community Health System and the Dorchester County Health Department recently combined efforts to help protect Dorchester County’s H2B migrant workers and local seafood processing workers

Uyttewaal Named ‘Nurse of the Year’ by UM Shore Regional Health; Others Also Honored

EASTON, MD (July 7, 2021) – Emily Uyttewaal, RN, of Easton, was named winner of the University of Maryland Shore Regional Health 2021 Nurse of the Year Award in a recent award presentation conducted by UM SRH President and CEO Ken Kozel. Uyttewaal, who works as a surgical nurse at the Ambulatory Surgery Center located at 6 Caulk Lane in Easton, was selected for this prestigious award from among 28 nurses nominated by their peers. Of the 28 nominees, 15 were selected by The Nurse Executive Committee as Unit

DCTC Organization Wins National Award

(L-R) Katelyn Masden, President of DCTC chapter of SkillsUSA, Chamber of Commerce President Bill Christopher, and SkillsUSA member Brianna Pinder For the second time in four years, the Dorchester Career and Technology Center chapter of SkillsUSA has been named a Model of Excellence by the national SkillsUSA organization.  The DCTC chapter is one of only 24 chapters receiving this award, out of over 6000 chapters and almost 400,000 student members throughout the United States. This honor is part of

Aero Energy Makes Donations to over 250 Local Churches

Aero Energy donated a total of $18,511.36 to churches across their territory making this the  largest House of Worship (HOW) Program payout to date.   New Oxford, Pennsylvania. – Aero Energy today announced that it has made a total donation  of $18,511.36 to churches enrolled in it’s HOW program marking a close to the 2020 - 2021  heating season. This represents the largest payout made in the eight years of the program’s  existence.   How it Works- Aero Energy donates $0.04 for each gallon of propane

UM Shore Regional Health and Community Partners Schedule Additional Free Mobile Walk-up First Dose

EASTON, MD (June 30, 2021) – The University of Maryland Shore Regional Health, in partnership with area churches and community organizations, has scheduled a number of free first-dose COVID-19 walk-up vaccine clinics during July and August.   Vaccination opportunities include:•Friday, July 2, 4 to 8 pm: The Salvation Army, 200 Washington Street (Cambridge)•Saturday, July 10, 12 to 5 pm: Eldorado-Brookview Volunteer Fire Department, 5752 Rhodesdale Eldorado Road (Eldorado)•Sunday, July 11, 12 to 4 pm: Waugh

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MSCF COVID-19 Response Fund

Thank you, your efforts made a difference! As the Mid-Shore Community Foundation concludes its COVID-19 Response efforts, it would like to thank the individuals, businesses, and organizations that came together to support the Mid-Shore Region - Caroline, Dorchester, Kent, Queen Anne’s, and Talbot Counties. On March 31, 2020, the Foundation established a COVID-19 Response Fund to rapidly deploy resources to community-based organizations at the frontline of the Coronavirus pandemic.  The Foundation made a

Choptank Health receives Health Care Hero award for COVID-19 response

Choptank Community Health presented Health Care Hero shirts to each staff member among its seven Mid-Shore locations on June 24, including those in its Fassett Magee center located in Cambridge, shown here. Profiles of all award recipients are at TheDailyRecord.com.  The Daily Record of Baltimore has recognized Choptank Community Health System as a 2021 Health Care Hero. Choptank Health is the only award recipient on the Eastern Shore and one of three statewide organizations recognized for their

UM Shore Regional Health Golf Tournament Set for August 30, 2021

Bob Rauch, Brad Baker, Art Cecil and Bill Houck represented the Auxiliary of Memorial Hospital at Easton in 2019. This year the Auxiliary will once again be "The Open" sponsor for the Tournament, with ladies’ and men's teams for a day of fun and fellowship while supporting UM Shore Medical Center at Easton. Easton, MD (June 28, 2021) – University of Maryland Memorial Hospital Foundation has scheduled its annual Golf Tournament fundraiser for Monday, August 30, 2021 at Talbot Country Club in Easton. The UM

U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Announces Re-opening of Visitor Center at Blackwater National Wildlif

Cambridge, MD –The Visitor Center at Blackwater National Wildlife Refuge (NWR) has resumed full-time operations with new hours.  The Visitor Center is now open Tuesday through Sunday from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. and will be closed all Federal holidays.  Refuge trails and the Wildlife Drive remain open daily from dawn to dusk.    Consistent with CDC recommendations, people who are not fully vaccinated must continue to wear masks indoors and in crowded outdoor spaces.  Most importantly, stay home if you

River Lane Photography on the MOVE!

River Lane Photography is on the MOVE! It is official! As of July 1, owner Audrey Wozney has announced that her studio will be moving to a new, larger location at 313 High Street in Cambridge, MD.  This new larger studio will mean additional services including professional branding sessions and boudior sessions to the services already provided. To learn more about River Lane's services, visit https://riverlanephotography.com/  or on Facebook at @riverlanephoto, Instagram at @riverlanephoto

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Scrutchfield Attains P.E. License in Delaware

  Davis, Bowen & Friedel, Inc. (DBF), is pleased to announce that Andrew J. Scrutchfield, P.E. recently passed the Principles and Practice of Engineering Exam administered by the National Council of Examiners for Engineering Surveying and is now officially a licensed engineer in the State of Delaware. A graduate of New Jersey’s Stevens Institute of Technology, Scrutchfield received his Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering. Shortly thereafter he began the process to become a licensed engineer after

TidalHealth welcomes renowned psychologist to speak on Living with an ICD

TidalHealth is pleased to welcome renowned psychologist Dr. Samuel F. Sears to its Peninsula Regional campus on Wednesday, July 14 for the presentation “Successful Living with an ICD.” Dr. Sears is considered the world authority on the unique life situations faced by patients living with an implantable cardiac device (ICD), publishing well over 150 articles on the subject. This presentation is for people with an ICD and their families. Dr. Sears will discuss common challenges and psychological issues faced

Shore United Bank Gift Launches Channel Marker Caroline Youth Center Campaign

Shore United Bank grant launches Channel Marker’s “Building Trust, Hope and Dignity in Caroline County” youth center campaign.     Pictured left to right: Cathy Cassell, Executive Director at Channel Marker and Debra Rich, Chief Marketing and Project Officer at Shore United Bank.    A gift from Shore United Bank is launching the public phase of an exciting new $250,000 fundraising effort, The Campaign to Build Trust, Hope, and Dignity in Caroline County, to create a new youth center for children ages 5

COVID Impact Survey Finds ALICE (Asset Limited, Income Constrained, Employed)

Marylanders are Experiencing More Hardship as a Result of the Pandemic Childcare and education, housing among top concerns of Marylanders already struggling. Salisbury, MD (June 18, 2021) –United Ways across Maryland, including United Way of the Lower Eastern Shore (UWLES), announced the results of the COVID Impact Survey, which was conducted in partnership with United for ALICE, a center of innovation, research and action around financial hardship. The survey of more than 2,000 Maryland residents, 29

Connecting Kids to Coverage - ESAHEC

Did you know that free or low-cost health insurance coverage is available for children and families here in Maryland? With funding from the Department of Health and Human Services Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, a Connecting Kids to Coverage program has been established by Eastern Shore Area Health Education Center to assist local residents in enrolling in available plans. The goal of the program is to identify and enroll children who are eligible for Medicaid and the Maryland Children’s

Derek Hills of Easton receives 2021 Maryland Pro Bono Service Award Lee A. Caplan Award

EASTON — Local attorney, Derek Hills received the Lee A. Caplan Award this month at the MSBA Legal Summit. Nominated by Mid-Shore Pro Bono, Hills was chosen for the Caplan Award — an award geared toward a solo or small firm practitioner who has rendered pro bono service over many years. “The Awards Committee received a terrific response to our request for nominations this year,” Dave Pantzer, Director of Education, Outreach, & Technology, Pro Bono Resource Center of Maryland said. “With such a wonderful

UM Shore Regional Health and Community Partners Schedule Free Mobile Vaccine Clinics Through June

UM Shore Regional Health and Community Partners Schedule Free Mobile Vaccine Clinics Through JuneEASTON, MD (June 16, 2021) – The University of Maryland Shore Regional Health, in partnership with three area churches, will offer free COVID-19 walk-up vaccine clinics in the coming weeks. Greater New Hope Church and Ministries, 4514 Preston Road, Preston, Md., 21655 will host a vaccine clinic from 4 to 7 p.m. on Wednesday, June 23.  New Beginnings United Methodist Church, 12020 N. Central Avenue, Ridgely,

eNews & Events June 17 2021 - July 1, 2021

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UM Shore Regional Health Announces New Board Officers

Easton, MD – (June 10. 2021) David Milligan and Kathy Deoudes have been elected chair and vice chair, respectively, of the University of Maryland Shore Regional Health (UM SRH) Board of Directors. A resident of Easton, Milligan is a business systems analyst for the integrity and quality solutions organization, Qlarant. He has been a UM SRH board member since 2013 and has served as chair of the board’s Quality, Safety & Experience Committee since 2015. He also serves on the University of Maryland Medical

Scheele Named Director of Comprehensive Rehabilitation Services

Easton, MD - (June 8, 2021) Erin Scheele has been named Director of Comprehensive Rehabilitation Services for University of Maryland Shore Regional Health, following the recent retirement of former director Teresa Blem. A resident of Church Creek, Md., Scheele has been a UM Shore Regional Health team member since 2009 and has served Comprehensive Rehabilitation Services in several capacities. Her most recent positions Manager of Inpatient Rehabilitation Services for the Requard Center for Acute

UWLES & OCHMRA 2021 Dine Stay & Play United Begins

Salisbury, MD: United Way of the Lower Eastern Shore (UWLES), in partnership with the Ocean City Hotel, Motel, Restaurant Association (OCHMRA) is excited to announce that Dine Stay & Play United has kicked off for the 2021 summer season! This program brings together local hospitality organizations to engage in a fun and fierce competition while giving back to the community and creating local impact and will run through Labor Day. Ocean City restaurants, hotels and new this year – entertainment and sporting

University of Maryland Medical System to Require COVID-19 Vaccination for Employees

BALTIMORE (June 9, 2021) – The University of Maryland Medical System today announced that it will require COVID-19 vaccination for all current and new employees beginning September 1, 2021. UMMS operates 13 hospitals and a network of urgent care centers across Maryland and employs more than 29,000 people.  COVID-19 vaccines have been proven safe and extremely effective at preventing the spread of the virus in virtually all settings, with numerous peer-reviewed studies reaffirming the efficacy of all

Cambridge's First Little Free Gallery is at Main Street Gallery

Small, delicate paintings and drawings, and diminutive sculptures on tiny pedestals are now on view at the Little Free Gallery located on the wall outside Main Street Gallery in Cambridge. If you are wondering what a Little Free Gallery is, think Little Free Library. It's the same concept of "take one, leave one" only instead of books the focus is art.  The curator of the bright green and purple Little Free Gallery is Cambridge resident and gallery volunteer, Susan Klise. Susan has artfully arranged the

Eastern Shore Recovery Project

Eastern Shore Recovery Project We need your input! The Dorchester County Economic Development and Tourism is partnering with economic development agencies on the Eastern Shore to gather information from local businesses to assess the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. This will be part of an on-going effort to gauge business sentiment over time on various important issues.  Your participation is vital to our success. This survey will take 10 to 15 minutes to complete. We will share the results with you and

Servin' Up Success - Celebrity Server Night!

Silent auction, food, drinks, and fun! Join Junior Achievement of the Eastern Shore, and our celebrity servers, at Blue Ruin Bar as we serve up success for students in Dorchester County!Join us anytime between 4:30PM and 10:00PM for food and drinks!All proceeds from the event will go directly to supporting Dorchester County students in gaining access to JA's programs!  

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UM Shore Medical Center at Easton Cafeteria Plans Renovation and Updates to Menu, Service Options

Easton, MD - (June 8, 2021) – The cafeteria at University of Maryland Shore Medical Center at Easton will close at 2 p.m. Friday, June 11, following lunch service, as UM Shore Regional Health cafeteria and facilities team members facilitate a week-long renovation project that will include new paint, new menu options and a new grab-and-go destination.  “This project is an important element of a focus on improving the visitor experience at UM Shore Regional Health,” said Dee Murphy, vice president, Support

TidalHealth Wound & Hyperbaric support eighth annual Wound Care Awareness Week with educational cam

The Wound & Hyperbaric Centers® at TidalHealth Peninsula Regional and TidalHealth Nanticoke, members of the Healogics network, are helping raise awareness of the risks of chronic wounds during the eighth annual Wound Care Awareness Week, June 7 to June 11.  Healogics established Wound Care Awareness Week in 2014 to bring attention to the growing need for wound care and the nearly 7 million Americans currently living with non-healing wounds. Program directors and wound care community consultants across the

''Subconscious Snapshots, The Birth of Ideas” with Lori Dever is Main Street Gallery’s Summer Show

Lori Dever, a member of the Main Street Gallery Cooperative is the featured artist for the gallery’s July/August show.  Titled “Subconscious Snapshots, The Birth of Ideas” this show of her recent work has sprung from her subconscious, the East New Market artist says.   “Lately my mind has been wandering with snapshots of intimate images” Lori explains.  These intimate images come to life as she guides her pencil around her sketchpad and lets her mind connect the dots of the image as it emerges. “While

John Plaskon to Retire

After 40 years in psychiatric rehabilitation and behavioral health, John Plaskon, Executive Director of Crossroads Community, Inc. and Corsica River Mental Health Services, Inc. has announced his intention to retire by the end of 2021. The Crossroads Community, Inc. and Corsica River Mental Health Services, Inc. Boards of Directors thanked Mr. Plaskon for 32+ years of innovative, forward thinking, client-centered leadership.  During this time, Mr. Plaskon developed many new initiatives and programs,

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Mid-Shore Pro Bono Elects New Officers and Welcomes New 2021 Board Members

EASTON, MD – June 2021 – Mid-Shore Pro Bono (MSPB), a non-profit organization on Maryland’s Eastern Shore that provides free or reduced fee legal services to eligible community members, today announced the addition of four new board members, Ruth Thomas of Preston, Rebecca Burner of Grasonville, Samantha Bowers Welte of Easton and Doncella Wilson of Denton, Maryland.  Previous treasurer Timothy Abeska has been named president of the Board of Directors.  “These new directors will provide strategic direction

UM Shore Regional Health and Chesapeake College Offering COVID-19 Testing Until June 23

UM Shore Regional Health and Chesapeake College Offering COVID-19 Testing Until June 23  Testing Day Shifts From Mondays to Wednesdays; Organizations Have Partnered To Provide More Than 10,000 Tests Since Last August   Easton, MD - (May 28, 2021) – University of Maryland Shore Regional Health, in partnership with Chesapeake College, will continue offering free COVID-19 testing but the testing day will move from Mondays to Wednesdays, ending on June 23. Testing takes place at the Eastern Shore Higher

UMMS Donates $4.6 Million Worth of Lifesaving COVID-19 Equipment and Supplies to Southeast Asia

The University of Maryland Medical System is donating more than 200 pallets of lifesaving COVID-19 equipment and supplies valued at more than $4.6 million to countries in Southeast Asia, including India and Sri Lanka, where the current pandemic conditions are much worse than in the United States. The items being donated, all of which was purchased by UMMS during the 13-hospital System’s COVID response, includes ventilators, masks, gloves, gowns, sanitizer, CPAP machines, oxygen concentrators and

United Way Open Golf Tournament was at Green Hill Country Club

Quantico, MD - United Way of the Lower Eastern Shore (UWLES) was excited to host the 2021 United Way Open at Green Hill Country Club in Quantico, Maryland on Friday, May 14, the agency’s first tournament in over 10 years. 22 teams joined UWLES for a fun afternoon at the links – competing not only for the best round, but also special onsite games such as longest drive, closest to the pin, and putting competitions. Pohanka of Salisbury also offered a free car incentive for a hole in one, which was unclaimed

Dorchester Elks Lodge 223 Donates to CPD

The Cambridge Police Department would like to thank the Cambridge Elks Lodge represented by Mr. Greg Meekins for their Donation to help with the CPD uniform fund.www.facebook.com/CambridgePD/  

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Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony Marks Completion of The Orthopedic Center’s Renovation and Expansion

Easton, MD (May 25, 2021) – Ken Kozel, President and Chief Executive Officer of the University of Maryland Shore Regional Health, recently joined Drs. Jason Jancosko, Myron Szczukowski, Kevin McCoy and Richard Mason (physicians at The Orthopedic Center) to cut the ribbon celebrating the newly expanded and renovated Orthopedic Center, located at 510 Idlewild Avenue. The expansion enables all Shore Rehabilitation services to be offered in one building. “We are proud that Shore Regional Health has partnered

Salon Owner Helps Women With Cancer Look and Feel Their Best

Easton, MD - (May 24, 2021) – For several years, Kim Hardesty, owner of Salon Inspire, in Trappe, Maryland, was an American Cancer Society (ACS) "Look Good, Feel Better" program volunteer at the Cancer Center at UM Shore Regional Health. When ACS discontinued the program in 2019, Hardesty was determined to continue helping cancer patients going through changes in their appearance due to cancer treatment. In collaboration with the Cancer Center’s Oncology Social Work Coordinator, Patty Plaskon, Hardesty came

UM Shore Regional Health Cancer Team Promotes Skin Cancer Awareness During Month of May

Easton, MD - (May 21, 2021) – The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports that skin cancer is the most common form of cancer in the United States, with white Americans having 20 times greater risk than African-Americans.  This comes as no surprise to Deborah Urry, of Easton, who was diagnosed in 2007 with melanoma, the most lethal form of skin cancer. “At first it just looked like a bug bite on the back of my right leg, maybe a mosquito bite,” Urry says. “It wasn’t painful, but it

UM SRH Mobile Vaccination Program Brings Opportunity for COVID-19 Protection to Workers in 4 Countie

HSCRC Grant of Nearly $3 Million Supports UMMS System-Wide Mobile Vaccination Program Easton, MD - (May 20, 2021) – In the past several months few weeks, more than 1,000 individuals have received COVID-19 vaccines through the Mobile Vaccination Program conducted by University of Maryland Shore Regional Health in collaboration with community partners in Caroline, Dorchester, Kent and Queen Anne’s counties.  The UM SRH Mobile Vaccination Clinics have been conducted at Amick Farms, LLC, in Hurlock, DART

TidalHealth Peninsula Regional Wound & Hyperbaric again recognized with national award

TidalHealth Peninsula Regional Wound & Hyperbaric again recognized with national award for clinical excellenceTidalHealth Peninsula Regional Wound & Hyperbaric providers, leaders and clinicians were honored for the third consecutive year with the Center of Distinction Award, which was presented to TidalHealth Peninsula Regional Wound & Hyperbaric by Healogics, the nation’s largest provider of advanced wound care services. The Center achieved outstanding clinical outcomes for twelve consecutive months,

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Dr. Roberta Lilly Named Interim Director of UM Shore Regional Health Clark Comprehensive Breast Cent

Easton, MD - (May 18, 2021) -- Roberta Lilly, MD, FACS, has returned to the University of Maryland Shore Regional Health Clark Comprehensive Breast Center in Easton as Interim Medical Director. Dr. Lilly will be handling all surgical consults and surgeries related to breast cancer and other breast health issues while the search for a new director is in progress. Dr. Lilly served as Medical Director of the center for more than eight years prior to her retirement in January 2020. As a dedicated breast

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Garret Falcone, Dr. Christopher Parry Named to UM Shore Regional Health Board

Easton, MD (May 6, 2021) – The University of Maryland Shore Regional Health Board of Directors recently welcomed two new members, Garret Falcone and Christopher Parry, DO, FACOS. Garret Falcone Falcone recently retired after nine years as executive director of the Heron Point Retirement Community in Chestertown. He had previously served as vice chair of the Maryland Health Care Commission and was a member of the MHCC’s Rural Health Group. Falcone also formerly served as board chair for the Lifespan Senior

TidalHealth Nanticoke Again Presented Healthgrades

TidalHealth Nanticoke Again Presented Healthgrades  2021 Patient Safety Excellence AwardTM Delaware hospital achieves recognition for fifth consecutive year TidalHealth Nanticoke, a 99-bed hospital in Seaford, Delaware, announced today that it is the recipient of the Healthgrades 2021 Patient Safety Excellence AwardTM.  This distinction places TidalHealth Nanticoke among the top 5% of all acute care hospitals in the United States for patient safety. This is the 5th year in a row TidalHealth Nanticoke

University of Maryland Medical System Launches ‘Better State of Care’ Campaign

Multi-media brand campaign highlights System’s value for all Marylanders and connectivity with academic medicine The University of Maryland Medical System (UMMS) today launched a new multi-media awareness campaign designed to show that the System’s unrivalled statewide presence and foundational partnership with the University of Maryland School of Medicine (UMSOM) bring the benefits of academic medicine to all Marylanders. The “Better State of Care” campaign reinforces the values that helped make UMMS

Blackwater NWR to Hold Youth Fishing Event on June 5 and 6

In partnership with the Friends of Blackwater and the Harriet Tubman Underground Railroad State Park, Blackwater National Wildlife Refuge (NWR) will hold its annual Youth Fishing Event on Saturday, June 5 and Sunday, June 6, from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm, at “Hog Range” Pond behind the Harriet Tubman Underground Railroad Visitor Center. This is a family-friendly fishing event for children 15 and under, aimed at beginner and novice anglers. This year there are several changes to the event format to help promote

UM SMG Women’s Health and Pediatrics Teams Help Revitalize Downtown Park

Easton, Md. – May 6, 2021 - Team members from UM Shore Medical Group Women’s Health and Pediatrics practices recently joined forces to spruce up and replenish the flower gardens within the Town of Easton Parks and Recreation’s Idlewild Park children’s play area in downtown Easton.OB/GYN physician Audrey Drummey, MD, came up with the idea to enhance the appearance of the park where community members and their children go to enjoy a nice walk, picnic lunch or playtime. SMG -Women’s Health certified nurse

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Fryling Fund of the Mid-Shore Community Foundation Awards FY21 Grants

In 2017, Mid-Shore Community Foundation received a bequest of $3.4 million from the estate of John and Charlotte Fryling. The Frylings moved to Easton in 1993, drawn primarily by their love of sailing and enjoyed the area until John’s death in 2011 and Charlotte’s in 2016. This year’s Fryling Fund grants, totaling $172,000, reflect the couple’s interest in the environment as well as the broader needs of the Mid-Shore community and its residents. Echo Hill Outdoor School, Pickering Creek Audubon Center,

Families impacted by suicide and mental health focus of May 13 Kevin Hines’ Art of Wellness video

The Kevin Hines: The Art of Wellness video series is continuing on Thurs., May 13, with a focus on families impacted by suicide and mental health. Additional dates include Thurs., May 27 addressing Veterans and June 10, focusing on men and the male perspective. All events are free and take place from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention states that on average one person dies by suicide every 13 hours in Maryland. Kevin Hines is an award-winning filmmaker who survived a suicide

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Four University of Maryland Medical System Hospitals Earn ‘A’

In Spring 2021 Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade  BALTIMORE (April 29, 2021) – Four University of Maryland Medical System hospitals – the University of Maryland Baltimore Washington Medical Center (UM BWMC) in Glen Burnie (Anne Arundel County), the University of Maryland Medical Center Midtown Campus (Baltimore City), University of Maryland Shore Medical Center at Chestertown (Kent County), and University of Maryland Shore Medical Center at Easton (Talbot County), all earned an “A” in the Spring 2021 Leapfrog

“#EyesOnTheShore”

“#EyesOnTheShore”  Cambridge, MD. SIRI PREMIER EYECARE announces the opening of their new primary eyecare office in Cambridge. An optometric woman-owned practice bringing a unique approach to eyecare that is comprehensive, compassionate, and fashionable. Dr. Siri believes that “eyecare is healthcare and the eyes can be a mouthpiece for the body”.  At SIRI PREMIER EYECARE every encounter is focused, and solution driven while ensuring a comprehensive examination. Dr. Siri believes in preventive medicine and

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Michael Hiner Celebrates 40 Years with Willow Construction

Easton, Maryland, April 27th, 2021- Michael S. Hiner of Easton, President of Willow Construction, LLC, celebrates 40 years of dedication to Willow Construction. Hiner began his career at Willow in 1981 as a draftsman, then worked his way through the ranks of estimator, project manager, vice president, and president. In 2001, Mike became an owner of Willow Construction.   Mike excels in strategic direction and creating a culture of partnership and collaboration within the company. Hiner’s leadership has set

UM Shore Regional Health Marks National Donate Life Month

Easton, MD - (April 21, 2021) – University of Maryland Shore Regional Health celebrated April as National Donate Life Month with a virtual flag-raising at UM Shore Medical Center at Easton on April 16. Members of the Donor Council of UM Shore Regional Health met in the front circle to honor the families and donors who chose to give the gift of life to those in need. Created by Donate Life America in 2003, Donate Life Month is observed annually to honor organ donors and their families' choice to save lives.

Pfizer Vaccine Appointments Open at Chesapeake College and UM Shore Medical Center at Dorchester

As vaccine supply to Maryland’s Eastern Shore has increased, so have vaccination opportunities around the Mid-Shore.  “Our vaccine clinics at Chesapeake College and Shore Medical Center at Dorchester are going extremely well, and we’re especially pleased to see more than 150 teens signed up for the Pfizer vaccine,” said UM Shore Regional Health’s regional pharmacy director, Kevin Chapple. “Pfizer is currently the only vaccine approved for 16- and 17-year olds with parental or guardian consent as well as

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Willow Construction Named a Top-Performing U.S. Construction Company by ABC

Easton, Maryland, April 19th, 2021- Willow Construction was ranked 25th on Associated Builders and Contractors’ 2021 Top Performers list(s), which recognizes ABC member contractors in safety, quality, diversity, project excellence and special designations, ranked by work hours. Published as a supplement to Construction Executive magazine, the ABC Top Performers lists identify the Top 200 Performers, Top Trade Contractors, Top Electrical Contractors, Top Plumbing/HVAC Contractors, Top Specialty Contractors,

TidalHealth Holding COVID Vaccination Clinics with Pfizer vaccine

TidalHealth Peninsula Regional in Salisbury is holding COVID vaccination clinics with Pfizer vaccine to individuals 16 and older on Friday, April 16 and Tuesday, April 20. Minors (16 and 17 year olds) must be accompanied by a parent and/or guardian to receive the vaccination. To schedule an appointment click this link: Schedule Appointment with TidalHealth Peninsula Regional COVID Vaccination Clinic (Maryland) | TidalHealth or call the TidalHealth COVID Information Center at 410-912-6968. You may also email

Cambridge Lions Service Awards

Cambridge Lions were presented service awards By District Governor Wayne Benjamin at a recent meeting. Pictured from left to right are District Governor Wayne Benjamin, Kenny Thomas, 55 years, Charlie Bauman, 50 years and Glenn Bramble, 30 years. The Cambridge Lions Club raises funds and help people in the community in many ways. They are looking for members. They meet the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays of the month at The Cambridge Diner. Find out more about them at their website

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Spring Sale 2021

Donna Campbell and Claudia McDonald of Immanuel United Church of Christ met to work on plans for the upcoming annual "Spring Sale" to be held on Saturday, May 15th at the Church on White Hall Road and Rt. 50.  There will be a "Yard Sale" and the Church's soups, chicken salad and Bake Table.  The sale will begin at 7am.  To rent tables or spaces, pre-order soups or chicken salad please call Diane Murphy at 410-228-5167 or the Church at 410-228-4640.   

Phased Re-opening of Visitor Center at Blackwater National Wildlife Refuge

U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Announces Phased Re-opening of Visitor Center at Blackwater National Wildlife Refuge    Cambridge, MD – In accordance with guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), and in coordination with the Governor and local public health authorities, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) is re-opening the Visitor Center at Blackwater National Wildlife Refuge (NWR) near Cambridge on Saturdays and Sundays from 10am-2pm.     The refuge is working with

Davis, Bowen & Friedel, Inc. Architect Attains Virginia Professional Licensure

Davis, Bowen & Friedel, Inc. (DBF), is pleased to announce that Kevin M. Shertz, AIA., recently attained his professional architectural licensure in the state of Virginia. In addition to his licensure in Virginia, Shertz is a registered architect in Maryland and became licensed in Delaware earlier this year.  Since joining the firm in 2018, Shertz has used his expertise with custom home design for single-family residences to help the firm expand its architectural capabilities. He provides a full spectrum

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Choptank Health receives Todd Fund grant for HVAC upgrades

Choptank Community Health System has recently received a $50,000 grant from the Mid-Shore Community Foundation’s George B. Todd Fund to invest in the safety and health of patients and staff by helping to upgrade the community-based healthcare provider’s HVAC system to new COVID-19 requirements. The George B. Todd Fund awards grants to Dorchester County organizations and causes since its founding in 1988. “The George B. Todd Fund has been a consistent supporter of our mission, and we remain grateful for

Mid-Shore Pro Bono Recruiting New Board Members to Make a Difference in the Community

EASTON, MD – April 2021 – Mid-Shore Pro Bono (MSPB), a non-profit organization on Maryland’s Eastern Shore that provides free access to legal services to low-income community members, today announced its search for new MSPB board members to expand the organization’s impact on the mid and lower shore communities it serves.    “As we celebrate 15 years of providing civil legal assistance to individuals and families, we are planning ahead for the future of our organization and are seeking results driven

Downtown Prominade Postponed

April 1, 2021 Following a tragic fire leading to the loss of three lives shortly after midnight this morning, the decision has been made to postpone the Poplar Street Promenade that was to begin this evening out of respect for the family, friends, and neighbors of those who perished in a tragic residential fire on High Street this morning. This decision was reached in consultation with the Commissioners of Cambridge, Cambridge Police Department, Rescue Fire Company, the Cambridge-Dorchester Chamber of

UM Shore Regional Health Offers COVID-19 Vaccines at Chesapeake College

UM Shore Regional Health Offers COVID-19 Vaccines at Chesapeake College Through a partnership between University of Maryland Shore Regional Health (UM SRH) and Chesapeake College, COVID-19 vaccinations will be offered by appointment on Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays in the College’s Eastern Shore Higher Education Center on the Wye Mills campus, beginning Wednesday, April 7, 2021.  The vaccines are provided by UM SRH and administered by hospital personnel and volunteers, including nurses, former nurses

Home Grown Chordophones at Main St Gallery

HOME GROWN CHORDOPHONES by Paul Clipper for May and June at Main Street Gallery This Spring, Main Street Gallery in Cambridge will be showing the joyful, playful and uniquely beautiful hand made chordophones of guest artist, Paul Clipper, alongside the work of its 13 member artists.  If you’re wondering what a chordophone is, the Merriam-Webster dictionary tells us it is: “any of a class of musical instruments whose sound is generated by plucking, bowing or striking stretched strings.” These include

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UM Shore Regional Health Offers Monoclonal Antibody Treatments for COVID-19 Patients

University of Maryland Shore Regional Health (UM SRH) is operating a new Infusion Center at Shore Medical Center at Easton to provide monoclonal antibody (mAb) treatment for certain individuals with COVID-19.  When administered within 10 days of the onset of symptoms, mAb treatment has been shown to reduce severe illness related to COVID-19 and an increased risk of patients’ hospitalization and death. The new COVID Infusion Center at UM Shore Medical Center at Easton provides mAb treatment to eligible

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The Dorchester Chamber of Commerce has relocated its office to 306 High Street, Cambridge, MD.

On February 10th the Dorchester Chamber of Commerce moved operations to a new location at 306 High Street.  The Chamber will occupy the entire building owned by BayVanguard Bank, with plans to share office space with other synergistic organizations in the coming months.  “The new and expanded space will allow us to provide better service to our members.” says Bill Christopher, President/CEO of the Chamber. “We will have a much larger and more functional meeting space that is available for use by our

Thank You For Empty Bowls 2021 Sponsorship

Dorchester Center for the Arts and Dorchester Chamber of Commerce thank Dori Weber and her team at Partners 1st Federal Credit Union for their sponsorship support of Empty Bowls 2021. To find out more about the Empty Bowls event, contact the Dorchester Center for the arts at 410-228-7782 or stop by at 321 High Street, Cambridge, MD.  Pictured, left to right: Luann Jackson - Assistant Branch Sales Manager, Ann Ferguson - Branch Sales Teller, Dori Weber - Branch Sales Manager, Katie Ellis - Dorchester Center

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TidalHealth Offers MyChart Patient Portal and Telehealth Helpline Assitance

TidalHealth today announced a new service designed to assist people and patients with their MyChart and telehealth related questions and concerns. MyChart is TidalHealth’s patient portal that safely and securely links people with their personal health information and the ability to access their medical record, view lab and radiology results, communication with doctors, pay bills online, request appointments and request prescription refills. The new patient helpline is equipped to handle all MyChart

Robin Hood Shop Celebrates 64th Birthday

Robin Hood Shop Celebrates 64th Birthday   The staff and volunteers of the Robin Hood Shop, owned and operated by the Auxiliary of Dorchester General Hospital, celebrated the Shop’s 64th birthday on Tuesday, March 16. Auxiliary board members, UM Shore Regional Health officials and several local dignitaries were in attendance at the event, which featured a short ceremony marking the fulfillment of the mortgage obligation that funded the construction of an addition to the Shop’s building at 416 High Street

National Social Work Month Observed at UM Shore Regional Health

National Social Work Month Observed at UM Shore Regional Health The National Association of Social Work (NASW) honors the 700,000-plus social workers nationwide during of March as National Social Work Month. This year’s theme, Social Workers Are Essential, emphasizes the important role social work professionals play in community wellbeing. Trained to help people address personal and systemic barriers to optimal living, their mission is to effect positive change with individuals, families, groups and entire

Nathan ''Scavenger Challenge'' to be Held in Downtown Cambridge

Unique prizes are destined for the winners of the “Nathan Scavenger Challenge” to be held Saturday, May 8 in Downtown Cambridge. The challenge is free to participants, but donations for the Nathan’s maintenance will be gratefully accepted. Sponsored by the Dorchester Skipjack Committee, the “challenge” for participants is to find numbered Nathan of Dorchester logo magnets at downtown businesses. The event will run from 3 to 6 p.m. Those wishing to enter may register on May 8, starting at 3 p.m. at the

Harriet Tubman Museum Music Series Concert 4/10/2021

The Harriet Tubman Museum and Educational Center, along with Camp Harriet, will be offering a live music series of blues, jazz and more. On April 10, 2021, enjoy music by the Dave Cole Band from 6-8 p.m.. Dave Cole is a music educator from the DC area. His style of blues is passionate and mesmerizing. He will perform, among other selections, his rendition of “Follow the Drinking Gourd” and “Wade in the Water”. A show I am certain you will enjoy! Performances are free to the public but they are kindly

United Way Open Golf Tournament at Green Hill Country Club

United Way of the Lower Eastern Shore (UWLES) is excited to bring back the United Way Open Golf Tournament on Friday, May 14! This year, players will spend the day on the links at Green Hill Country Club in Quantico, MD. Golfers will enjoy a socially distanced afternoon of networking, food & drinks, and fun incentives along the beautiful Wicomico River. The year’s event will be a scramble that will kick off with registration and a bagged lunch at 11 am followed by a shotgun start at 12 pm. During the

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Celebrating National Nutrition Month: UM Shore Regional Health Dietitians Contribute to Better Healt

Celebrating National Nutrition Month: UM Shore Regional Health Dietitians Contribute to Better Health for Inpatients and Outpatients UM Shore Regional Health’s Clinical Nutrition Manager Christine Allen, RD, CSO, LDN, along with her fellow Shore dietitians Hunter Plog, RD, LDN, Kathy Toepfer, RD, LDN, and Xingyue (Joy) Zhang, MS, RD, LDN, do their part to help achieve UM Shore Regional Health’s mission, Creating Healthier Communities Together. As they visit hospital inpatients to discuss dietary guidelines

UM SRH DIC, Breast Center, Shore Rehab at Easton implement new check-in procedure

University of Maryland Shore Regional Health has announced a new check-procedure for patients visiting the Diagnostic and Imaging Center (DIC), the Clark Comprehensive Breast Center and Shore Rehabilitation Center at Easton, 10 Martin Court. The new procedure supports the enforcement of COVID-19 social distancing guidelines designed to ensure patient and team member health and safety. Effective immediately, when you arrive at the DIC/Breast Center/Shore Rehabilitation at Easton, please park your vehicle

United Way’s Lower Shore Addiction Awareness Visual Arts Competition

The United Way of the Lower Eastern Shore is once again hosting the Lower Shore Addiction Awareness Visual Arts Competition. Dorchester, Somerset, Wicomico and Worcester County students in grades 6 through 12 may submit one piece of fine art in any media including painting, drawing, collage, mixed media, photography, sculpture or video. Works must have opioid or other drug and/or alcohol addiction awareness as the subject matter. An emphasis on hope for/maintaining recovery is encouraged. Submissions must

UM Shore Regional Health Announces Graduate of Emerging Leaders Program

A virtual graduation ceremony was held last month for University of Maryland Shore Regional Health team members who completed the health care network’s Emerging Leaders Program.  The Emerging Leaders Program (ELP) is a six-month program that combines basic leadership development training and knowledge about local leadership responsibilities and keys to success. It is designed for high-potential employees, both clinical and nonclinical, who are motivated to move into a leadership role and who commit to

United Ways in Maryland Launch COVID-19 Survey to Better Assess Community Needs

United Ways in Maryland today announced a joint effort to survey families affected by the pandemic throughout the state. The COVID-19 Survey will aim to gather information from residents about how their employment, housing and basic needs have been impacted. Previous reports, including the ALICE (Asset Limited, Income Constrained, Employed) in Maryland: A Financial Hardship Study released in July of 2020, used data gathered before the pandemic, revealed that a record two million households were already one

Shore Rehab at Easton Relocates to The Orthopedic Center on April 2

Shore Rehab at Easton, University of Maryland Shore Regional Health’s outpatient rehabilitation service presently located at 10 Martin Court, will move across the street to The Orthopedic Center on April 2, 2021. The renovation and addition now in progress at The Orthopedic Center offers significantly expanded facilities to accommodate the full spectrum of rehabilitation services -- physical and occupational therapy, and speech and language therapy. “The first floor of the new addition has doubled the

TIDALHEALTH TO REOPEN MODIFIED PATIENT VISITATION AT TIDALHEALTH PENINSULA REGIONAL AND TIDALHEALTH

As TidalHealth works to balance patient safety and support and the desire to reunite loved ones with family members who are hospitalized, starting on Monday, March 15 the restrictions on visitation will be modified at both TidalHealth Peninsula Regional in Salisbury, Maryland and TidalHealth Nanticoke in Seaford, Delaware. •One visitor, over the age of 18, per patient will be permitted during a patient’s stay, except for patients suspected of having or confirmed to have COVID-19. •Visitation hours will be

Choptank Health chosen for federal direct distribution of COVID-19 vaccine program

Choptank Community Health System announced today that the health center is one of 12 in Maryland and 700 nationwide receiving federally funded vaccines for direct distribution as a Federally-Qualified Health Center invited to participate in the next phase of the Health Center COVID-19 Vaccine Program.  The Health Center COVID-19 Vaccine Program represents a partnership between Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). The program is

Maryland State Arts Council Opens Emergency Grant Applications

With the passage of the RELIEF Act of 2021 by the Maryland General Assembly, the Maryland State Arts Council (MSAC) will distribute $5 million through its Emergency Grant Program. Created in March 2020 in response to the COVID-19 State of Emergency, Emergency Grants provide funding to arts organizations and artists for losses sustained because of programming, operations, and events that have been modified or canceled.   This fourth round of MSAC Emergency Grant funding is available to independent artists,

UWLES Launches Summer 2021 Dine Stay & Play United

United Way of the Lower Eastern Shore (UWLES), in partnership with the Ocean City Hotel, Motel, Restaurant Association (OCHMRA) is looking forward to welcoming back guests and visitors for the 2021 summer season! UWLES is excited to offer the Dine, Stay and Play program again this year with local hospitality organizations as they engage in a fun and fierce competition while giving back to the community and creating local impact. Local restaurants, hotels and new this year – entertainment and sporting

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Choptank Health recognizes National Dentist’s Day with annual check-up reminder

Choptank Community Health System is reminding patients and the public to schedule their dental checkups as a way to recognize this year’s March 6 National Dentist’s Day. American dentist John Greenwood invented the first-known dental foot engine on March 6, 1790, with the date now observed to show appreciation to dentists and as a reminder about the importance of ongoing dental care.  “Your dentist and dental care providers are happiest knowing you’re taking care of your teeth,” said Choptank Health’s

Blackwater National Wildlife Refuge to Hold Virtual Eagle Festival

Blackwater National Wildlife Refuge (NWR) is hosting a Virtual Eagle Festival March 12–14, 2021. With the pandemic and continuing need for social distancing, this year’s activities will be conducted online, with programs taking place on Facebook (@BlackwaterNWR) and Zoom, while encouraging visitors to enjoy the refuge on their own. In addition, the Wildlife Drive will be free-of-charge on March 13 and 14 for those who wish to visit the refuge to see eagles and other wildlife.    The Eagle Festival will

Chamber Connection Newsletter - March 2021

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Kidney Health Practice Joins UM Shore Medical Group

University of Maryland Shore Medical Group (UM SMG) welcomes a new practice, UM Shore Medical Group – Nephrology, effective March 1, 2021. Formerly known as the Kidney Health Center of Maryland, UM SMG - Nephrology is located in Easton at 5 Martin Court and includes five providers: physicians Anish Hinduja, MD, Christina Turner, MD and Adam Weinstein, MD; and nurse practitioners Michelle Dennis, CRNP and Mary Kate Williams-Feldman, CRNP. UM SMG – Nephrology offers a complete range of consultative,

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Chrissy Bartz appointed to School-Based Health Council

Choptank Community Health System’s Director of Community Based Programs Chrissy Bartz PA-C, MMS has recently been appointed by Maryland Governor Larry Hogan to the Maryland Council on Advancement of School-Based Health Centers. Bartz represents Federally Qualified Health Centers on the Council, and joins 14 other gubernatorial appointees led by Council Chair Kate Connor, M.D., MSPH, and Vice-Chair, Patryce Toye, M.D. Federally Qualified Health Centers are community-based health care providers that receive

Edsall joins UM SMG – Primary Care

Renee Edsall, MSN, CCRN, FNP-C, will join UM Shore Medical Group – Primary Care in Easton on March 1, 2020. She joins the provider team that includes Carolyn Helmly, MD, Kevin Tate, MD, Shirley Seward, CRNP and Katelyn Chapman, CRNP. Edsall brings diverse experience in the UM Shore Regional Health landscape to her new role. Her most recent positions include senior clinical nurse, interim manager of the Emergency Department at UM. During her nursing career she also has served as a nursing instructor at

eNews & Events February 18, 2021 - March 4, 2021

Apply now for 2021 Scholarships - Deadline extended to 3/12/2021

We are now accepting applications for the 2021 Dorchester Chamber Foundation Scholarships. Deadline has been extended to March 12, 2021.   Scholarship Criteria The objective of the Chamber Foundation Scholarship program is to further each recipient's education at a certified college, professional, technical, vocational or business school that will result in enhancing the recipient's ability to have a positive impact on the Dorchester County Business Community. The Award is $1,000 a year for up to four years

Coastal Hospice Staff Joins Together to Raise $10,000 for United Way of the Lower Eastern Shore

SALISBURY, MD – February 8, 2021 – The more than 200 staff members of Coastal Hospice presented a check for $10,000 to the United Way of the Lower Eastern Shore. The proceeds were from the organization-wide employee campaign held in late 2020. “Without the support of the United Way of the Lower Eastern Shore, so many needs – including those of some of our own patients – would go unmet,” said Bob Miller, Senior Director of Coastal Hospice. “We are thrilled that during the heart of the pandemic, our staff

Cherrix Named Director, Heart and Vascular Center at UM SRH; Eisemann promoted

University of Maryland Shore Regional Health recently welcomed Joshua Cherrix as the director of the health care network’s Heart and Vascular Center.  “I am delighted to welcome Josh to the UM Shore Regional Health team,” says Pam Addy, vice president, Ambulatory and Clinical Services, UM SRH. “His leadership, business and clinical experience make him a great addition to our Cardiovascular Services team and our Heart and Vascular Center.” The Heart and Vascular Center at UM Shore Regional Health

Bosom Buddies Charity Helps Fund Faxitron Purchase for Clark Comprehensive Breast Center

Staff of University of Maryland Shore Regional Health’s Clark Comprehensive Breast Center recently met with Board Members of Bosom Buddies Charities to thank them for their continuing support. The Charity’s $30,000 sponsorship to the UM Shore Regional Health Sporting Clays Classic on October 24 helped purchase a Faxitron™ machine for the Breast Center. The Faxitron captures digital images of specimens during surgery that can be sent to Radiology immediately, thus reducing the time a patient is

Sharon Real Estate Welcomes New Associate

Sharon Real Estate is pleased to announce that licensed REALTOR d’BorahW. Muffoletto has joined the Cambridge-based company effective January 2021. “We are excited to welcome d’Borah to our talented and trusted team of professionals,” said founder Sharon Spedden. “With 30 years of real estate experience in both new home and traditional sales, she offers our clients tremendous industry knowledge, a commitment to great service, and passion for the Eastern Shore lifestyle.”   d’Borah has worked with national

Talbot County Community Center Expansion Underway

The Talbot County Community Center expansion is moving forward with plans to build a new gymnasium-auditorium after unanimous approval by the Talbot County Council.  The expansion will be built to adhere to the guidelines set by the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) LEED Silver protocol. Davis, Bowen & Friedel, Inc. is currently assisting the county with this project by providing architecture, civil and structural engineering services.  The expansion will consist of 18,900 additional SF and will house

Dorchester Chamber of Commerce eNews & Events February 11, 2021 - February 25, 2021

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GMB Promotes Andrew J. Lyons, Jr., P.E. to Firm Owner

George, Miles & Buhr, LLC (GMB) is pleased to announce the promotion of Andrew J. Lyons, Jr., P.E. to Vice President/Sr. Project Manager, as well as welcome Lyons as a new owner of the firm. Lyons began his career with GMB’s Seaford, Delaware office in 2003 after earning a Bachelor of Science – Civil Engineering degree from the University of Delaware. In his nearly 18-year career, he emerged as a leader in our Civil / Municipal Engineering Group.  Lyons will now manage the Seaford office operations. Lyons

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Construction remains on schedule at the University of Maryland Shore Medical Campus at Cambridge

Construction remains on schedule at the University of Maryland Shore Medical Campus at Cambridge in Cambridge Marketplace on Route 50/Ocean Gateway at Woods Road. Brickwork is in progress and the facility’s roof is nearly complete. Contractors are wrapping up weather-proofing the exterior of the building before moving to interior construction. When ready to open in fall 2021, the freestanding medical facility will house a 39,000 square foot Emergency Department with observation beds as well as a 2nd floor

Maryland Capital Enterprises Announces Grant from Wells Fargo Bank to Assist Small Businesses

Maryland Capital Enterprises Announces Grant from Wells Fargo Bank to Assist Small Businesses Negatively Impacted by Covid-19 Maryland Capital Enterprises, Inc. (MCE) is pleased to announce that it has been selected by Wells Fargo Bank to receive a $750,000 grant, as part of the Wells Fargo’s Open for Business Fund, to support MCE’s operating expenses, and to direct resources to small businesses negatively impacted by Covid-19. Through the Open for Business Fund, Wells Fargo provides support for nonprofit

February 2021 Chamber Connection Newsletter

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Choptank Health partners with Talbot County Health Dept.

More Talbot County residents are being tested and vaccinated against COVID-19, with thanks to a partnership between Choptank Community Health System and the Talbot County Health Department.  Free, drive-up COVID-19 testing clinics are now taking place each Wednesday from 4 to 6:00 p.m. in St. Michaels Middle/High School’s parking lot at 200 Seymour Ave. in St. Michaels, Md. Talbot residents wishing to receive a test do not need a doctor’s order, with walk-ins accepted and appointments encouraged by calling

Tatyana Valentin joins UM SMG-Neurology and Sleep Medicine

University of Maryland Shore Medical Group – Neurology and Sleep Medicine recently welcomed nurse practitioner Tatyana Valentin to the practice. Valentin joins Walid Kamsheh, MD, medical director, Neurology and Sleep Medicine, and nurse practitioners Trish Lemay, Rahel Alemu and Fallon Bauer in the evaluation, diagnosis, medical management and treatment of brain, spinal cord and nerve disorders, and sleep disorders. UM SMG-Neurology and Sleep Medicine has offices in UM Shore Medical Pavilions at Cambridge

Susan Shue joins UM Shore Medical Group-Women’s Health

University of Maryland Shore Medical Group – Women’s Health recently welcomed Susan Shue, a certified nurse midwife, to its team. Shue joins providers Javier Cajina, MD, Palak Doshi, DO, Audrey Drummey, MD and Barbara Keirns, MD, as well as nurse practitioners Jennifer Dyott and Dale Jafari, and certified nurse midwives Molly Bernish and Sunny Granger in providing obstetric, gynecologic, surgical, and prevention and wellness care to women of all ages throughout the five-county region. Shue will be seeing

GUEST COMMENTARY by Ken Kozel, President and CEO, UM Shore Regional Health

GUEST COMMENTARY by Ken Kozel, President and CEO, UM Shore Regional Health2020 was an incredibly challenging year for health care organizations nationwide, and University of Maryland Shore Regional Health was no exception. In mid-March, the arrival of COVID-19 marked the beginning of dramatic new demands in every aspect of inpatient and outpatient care -- demands that, of course, continue in this New Year. I am profoundly grateful to our Shore Regional Health team members at all levels and in all locations