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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

eNews & Events April 8, 2021 - April 22, 2021

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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

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

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

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

eNews & Events April 1, 2021 - April 15, 2021

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The Chamber Connection Newsletter

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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

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

eNews & Events March 25, 2021 - April 8, 2021

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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

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

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

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

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

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

Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Eastern Shore announces 2020 Bigs of the Year

Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Eastern Shore Inc. (BBBSES) is proud to announce their 2020 Bigs of the Year sponsored by Olive Garden of Easton, Maryland. The Bigs of the Year awards are appointed to outstanding mentors who display dedication and leadership in the relationship with their little. Derlyn Fenninger, from Wicomico County, has been honored with the Big Brother of the Year title. Ashley Seibel, from Caroline County, has been named the Big Sister of the Year.  Fenninger and his Little Brother,

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

eNews & Events March 18, 2021 - April 1, 2021

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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

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

10th Annual Crawfish Boil & Muskrat Stew Fest brings Muskrats, Crawfish, Blues Music, and fun to Dor

"Over the past decade, the Crawfish Boil and Muskrat Stew Fest has grown into one of Delmarva's favorite and most unique celebrations. I can't wait to judge the muskrat eating contest as some of region's most adventurous eaters battle for the crown. This year's festival, delayed due to COVID-19, is going to take place at Cambridge's Long Wharf Park, along the banks of the beautiful Choptank, providing one of the most picturesque backdrops one could have when celebrating Dorchester's favorite rodent."

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

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

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,

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

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

eNews & Events March 11, 2021 - March 25, 2021

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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

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

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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,

eNews & Events February 25, 2021 - March 11, 2021

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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

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

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

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

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

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

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February 2021 Chamber Connection Newsletter

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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

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

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

Dorchester Chamber of Commerce eNews & Events January 28, 2021 - February 11, 2021

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Stars of the Banner nominations begin

CAMBRIDGE — The Dorchester Banner is currently holding its inaugural Stars of the Banner contest.Stars of the Banner is a contest that allows readers to nominate and vote on their favorite businesses in multiple categories. In 2020, Dorchester County was part of the Stars of the Eastern Shore. It now has its own contest.“I was truly blown away by the response to our Stars programs in 2020,” said Konrad LaPrade, Group Advertising Director for Independent Newsmedia’s Delmarva Division. “As we talked about

Delco Packaging Fills Gap Left By Council

January 25, 2021 Dorchester County, MD– DELCO Packaging purchases PPE for local Fire Company   In these difficult times when businesses and front-line health and emergency workers are struggling to keep employees and those they serve safe, we must rely on our community for help. David J. DeLuca, owner of DELCO Packaging was appalled to read that the Cambridge Rescue Fire Company (RFC) was denied PPE by the Dorchester County Council. Mr. DeLuca quickly reached out to a member of the council, Ricky Travers,

Dorchester Chamber of Commerce eNews & Events January 21, 2021 - February 4, 2021

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Dorchester Chamber of Commerce eNews & Events January 14 - 28, 2021

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Maryland Capital Enterprises Announces Funding from Wells Fargo Bank to Provide $5,000 Grants for Sm

Maryland Capital Enterprises, Inc. (MCE) is honored 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 provide operating support for MCE, and to direct resources to small businesses negatively impacted by Covid-19. Through the Open for Business Fund, Wells Fargo provides support for nonprofit organizations who serve small businesses, particularly businesses owned by underrepresented individuals — a group

Town of Hurlock Celebrates Two Officers

At the January 11, 2021 Hurlock Town Council meeting two Hurlock Police Officers received awards.In the photo on the left PFC Robert “Ritchie” Bayliss received the Life Saving Award”.In the photo on the right CPL Matthew Minton received the Exceptional Duty award for his efforts in the detection of impaired drivers.Congratulations to both officers and thank you for your service to the citizens of Hurlock!Hurlock Police Department Facebook

UWLES Home for the Holidays Live Stream Community Event

On Saturday, December 5th, United Way of the Lower Eastern Shore held their Home for the Holidays Live Stream Community Event. This year, due to the pandemic, UWLES was unable to host their annual Holiday Ball event at the Hyatt Regency Chesapeake Bay Golf Resort in Cambridge, and created a new virtual event featuring a silent auction, grand prize drawing provided by Avery Hall Insurance Group, and more, broadcast live on Facebook thanks to partners PAC14. This year’s event featured hosts Pam Gregory,

University of Maryland Medical System Holding COVID-19 Webinar: “Finding Hope on Dr. Martin Luther

BALTIMORE (January 13, 2021) – Nearly one year into the global pandemic, the COVID-19 virus is still raging across our nation.  Next Monday, the University of Maryland Medical System will be recognizing the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day of Observance with a statewide virtual conversation via Zoom featuring multiple physician experts discussing COVID-19 vaccine issues, concerns and questions.“Finding Hope on Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day – A Town Hall on Understanding the COVID-19 Vaccine” is scheduled

Dorchester Chamber of Commerce eNews & Events for January 7 - January 21, 2021

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University of Maryland Shore Regional Health announces first baby of 2021

University of Maryland Shore Regional Health’s first baby of 2021 couldn’t wait to step into a new year and made her entrance into the world a few weeks earlier than expected. Au’Bree Aretter Dior Butler was born at 4:27 p.m. Saturday, January 2, at UM Shore Medical Center at Chestertown. Both mom and baby were later transported to the Birthing Center at UM Shore Medical Center at Easton for the rest of their stay.“Our skilled team members at UM Shore Medical Center at Chestertown, as well as our Kent

Davis, Bowen & Friedel, Inc. Among the Top Engineering /Architecture Firms in the Nation

For the 12th consecutive year, Davis, Bowen & Friedel, Inc. (DBF), has ranked in Building Design + Construction Magazine’s (BD+C) annual Giant’s 400 list, recognizing the nation’s top architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) firms in the country. This year, DBF is positioned at #39 on the Top Engineering/Architecture (EA) Firms report, advancing three spots from their previous year’s ranking at #42 and maintaining their reputation as one of the top-rated EA firms in the nation.    The magazine

UWLES 2020 Mask-Erade Contest Event

United Way of the Lower Eastern Shore is hosting the 2020 Holiday Mask-erade Contest. A fundraising event where individuals and teams can decorate a disposable (KN-95, pleated or cup style) masks and submit a picture of someone wearing it. Entry Fees are $25 for an individual and $50 for a group or team.  All proceeds will benefit United Way of the Lower Eastern Shore (UWLES) and the 40 agencies that UWLES funds.    A panel of judges will look at all the submissions and choose the winner for the following

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Chamber eNews & Events December 24, 2020 - January 7, 2021

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The Dorchester County Health Department received MDH Secretary's Customer Service Spotlight

What an honor! We are overwhelmed by and appreciative of receiving the MDH Secretary's Customer Service Spotlight Award this month. If you have visited our testing clinic, you know that it takes an entire team. We don't do it for the recognition; we do it because we care about our community. We hope you feel that every time we have the privilege of serving you. "Dear MDH Employees, We are pleased to present a special December 2020 edition of the MDH Secretary's Customer Service Spotlight. As stated in our

Choptank Health earns national recognition for managing type 2 diabetes, CVD

Choptank Community Health System has received the American Heart Association’s Target: Type 2 Diabetes℠ Gold Award for implementing quality improvement measures addressing the relationship between diabetes and cardiovascular disease in outpatient settings.  An adult with diabetes is hospitalized in the U.S. every 80 seconds for heart disease, which can lead to a heart attack. Choptank Health and other organizations earn AHA’s Type 2 Diabetes℠ award through a commitment to improving the health of their

Chamber eNews & Events December 17, 2020 - December 31, 2020

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Choptank Health, Preston Automotive Group donate to Backpacks

Choptank Community Health System and Preston Automotive Group have teamed up to provide warmth this winter to more than 600 Caroline County students as part of the Caroline’s Helping Hand’s backpack program.  Caroline County Public Schools Helping Hands program provides children in need with food for the weekend. These children are provided with backpacks filled with food each Friday, putting food directly into children’s hands, ensuring they are able to eat over the weekend regardless of their

UM SRH team members receive first round of COVID-19 vaccines

Fifteen University of Maryland Shore Regional Health (UM SRH) frontline health care workers from throughout the hospital system’s five-county region were vaccinated today with the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine. Those vaccinated included employees from emergency departments throughout the Shore, COVID units and infectious disease departments, as well as respiratory therapists, nursing staff, environmental services team members and security personnel. University of Maryland Medical System (UMMS) and

MidShore Meals til Monday Receives Big Check

MidShore Meals til Monday is so grateful to our friends at Choptank Transport. Thanks to the fundraising efforts of their recent Golf Tournament Meals til Monday received a Really Big Check for $3,000.00!This will give all the children we serve a bag of food for an entire weekend!Thank you Choptank Transport!!!  

eNews and events for December 10, 2020

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MSPB Eviction Prevention Awareness Campaign

Mid-Shore Pro Bono (MSPB) is taking action to help tenants who are being evicted even after Governor Hogan’s executive order was issued to halt certain evictions during the COVID pandemic.  And while Maryland courts have also issued their own halt for failure to pay rent cases through the end of the year – people in our own community are still being evicted from their homes.   What people need to know!While currently there are limited protections available for tenants, these protections do not automatically

THAT 50'S SHOW RETURNS TO MAIN STREET GALLERY

For the second straight year, FIFTY is the watchword for Main Street Gallery’s winter show.  Picture 50 works for under $50. Then picture a select group of art by gallery artists discounted 50%.  What you’ve got is “That 50’s Show”, a very special show and sales event you won’t want to miss. The show will open on Friday, January 8 and run through Sunday, February 28. The thirteen member artists at Main Street will be offering a select group of their paintings, drawings, prints, photographs, jewelry,

Chamber eNews & Events December 3 - December 17, 2020

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Cambridge Spy launches to cover arts, culture, and public affairs in city and around Dorchester Coun

The Cambridge Spy (https://cambridgespy.org) joins the Chestertown Spy and the Talbot Spy as the latest in a network of non-profit educational websites dedicated to providing essential local public affairs coverage while celebrating the arts and culture of the communities served. Today, the Spy readership stands at over 600,000 a year who visit its sites at least once. That also translates into close to 4 million pages of content consumed during that period. “I am grateful for this remarkable level of

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Local Real Estate Agent Earns Prestigious International Awards

Cambridge area professionals honored by EXIT Realty Corp. International Cambridge, MD (Grassroots Newswire) November 30, 2020 -- Despite significant impact on the way real estate is bought and sold as a result of the COVID-19 global pandemic, real estate agents have pivoted to ensure that transactions continue to be closed in a safe and responsible manner. Those local professionals who were best able to adapt to the change and provide exceptional service to their clients were honored recently for

UM Shore Medical Group – Behavioral Health Welcomes Alexa Burley

Alexa Burley, MSN, PMHNP-BC, was recently welcomed by UM Shore Medical Group – Behavioral Health. Burley’s prior health care experience includes working as a staff nurse in emergency care at Anne Arundel Medical Center, as a nurse in inpatient clinic and outpatient care services for Anne Arundel Mental Health Group in Annapolis and as a psychotherapy provider with Family Intervention Partners in Baltimore.  Burley completed her MSN and post-master’s nurse practitioner certificate in psychiatric mental

Chamber eNews & Events November 25 - December 10, 2020

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Davis, Bowen & Friedel, Inc. Receives AIA Chesapeake Bay Award for the Design of Rehoboth Beach City

The American Institute of Architects (AIA), Chesapeake Bay has recognized Davis, Bowen & Friedel, Inc., (DBF) with a Citation award for the design of the Rehoboth Beach City Hall and Police Station complex.  This year’s AIA Chesapeake Bay 2020 Excellence in Design Awards celebration was held virtually on November 5th; narrated by DBF Architect, Kevin Shertz, AIA. A panel of judges from AIA Savannah reviewed nearly 30 submissions of exceptional architectural design projects within the Chesapeake Bay

University of Maryland Medical System Statement On Updated COVID-19 Visitation Policy

The University of Maryland Medical System encourages all Marylanders who are in need of medical care to seek it when appropriate and we remind everyone to follow all appropriate COVID-19 precautions, including physical distancing, wearing face masks and hand sanitizing.  Given the spread of COVID-19 in communities across Maryland, and in alignment with Governor Hogan’s actions announced earlier this week, the University of Maryland Medical System has modified the visitation policy at all System hospitals

Aslanidis joins UM Shore Medical Group-ENT

UM Shore Medical Group – Ear, Nose and Throat/Sinus and Hearing has welcomed Tasos Aslanidis, DO, FAOCO to the practice based in UM Shore Medical Pavilion at Easton. Dr. Aslanidis brings more than two decades as a provider with practices in Cherry Hill, N.J., and Philadelphia, Pa., and has served as member of the medical staffs of multiple health care organizations, including Kennedy Health System and Kennedy Surgical Associates, Thomas Jefferson Hospital, Virtua West Jersey Hospitals and Summit

Rehab Care, Close to Home, Helps Caroline County Commissioner Recover from Farm Accident

Wilbur Levengood is not a man to take a setback lying down, or for that matter, even sitting down. The 65-year old lifelong resident of Caroline County is too busy – as a farmer, an entrepreneur, a Caroline County commissioner and member of the County’s volunteer fire department – to be “laid up” with injury or illness.  But accidents happen, and farm equipment can be especially hazardous. On June 12, 2020, Levengood was working alone on one of his 200 tillable acres in Goldsboro, Md., when he slipped on

Hollis Leads Diabetes Education and Support at UM Shore Regional Health

Karen Hollis, RDN, LDN, CDCES has joined the UM Shore Regional Health Center for Diabetes and Endocrinology as lead diabetes educator.  Hollis, who is a registered dietitian as well as a certified diabetes care and education specialist, has long been associated with the Dorchester and Easton hospitals and the diabetes education program at both facilities. She has four decades of experience including outpatient nutrition education, clinical staff responsibilities and clinical management. From 2006 to 2018,

2021 Trapping Areas Open for Bids at Blackwater National Wildlife Refuge

Cambridge,MD – The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service has announced Blackwater National Wildlife Refuge will offer furbearer trapping rights on a sealed bid basis for the 2021 season.  Fifteen trapping units will be available. An individual may bid on one or more units, but only two units will be awarded to any bidder. The successful bidder must personally trap the unit; subleasing is prohibited. Bid invitations, maps, and other details are available by calling Matt Whitbeck, wildlife biologist, at

Santa to Come Out of Quarantine for 28th Annual Santa’s Open Charity Golf Tournament

Ocean Pines, MD-It is time for joy and merriment. Golf clubs will glimmer, the grass will be green, and golfers will be out to play and have fun. Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Eastern Shore (BBBSES) is proud to announce the 28th Annual Santa’s Open Charity Golf Tournament being held at the Ocean Pines Golf and Country Club on Saturday, December 5th.    The first Saturday in December, since 1992,  golfers from around Delmarva join together to bring joy to children of Maryland Eastern Shore through this

Choptank Health, YMCA of the Chesapeake partner to provide pediatric dental screenings

Choptank Community Health System CEO Sara Rich and YMCA of the Chesapeake CEO Robbie Gill have announced the two organizations are working in partnership to provide pediatric dental well health and screening services to YMCA families.  The Choptank Health and YMCA partnership launched in late October at the Easton Family YMCA with children participating in Talbot, Dorchester, Caroline, and Queen Anne’s County Public School’s virtual learning programs.  Choptank Health’s Chief Dental Officer Sandra

COVID-19 Hit as Record Number of ALICE Families Were Priced Out of Survival

The Maryland United Ways 2020 ALICE Report finds that 39 percent of state residents, and 46 percent of Lower Shore residents, can’t make ends meet. Number is now clearly higher due to the COVID-19 pandemic. [To read a copy of the report and find Lower Shore county-by-county data on the size and demographics of the ALICE population as well as the challenges and costs faced by ALICE households, visit www.uwles.org/ALICE ] Salisbury, MD (November 5, 2020) – Before the COVID-19 pandemic, 39 percent of

MSCF Announces Annual Event

Due to COVID-19, the Mid-Shore Community Foundation’s 2020 Annual Awards and Report to the Community will be held via a virtual format. The annual event will highlight recent activities and will recognize individuals and organizations whose contributions have made a positive and substantial impact on the community.   This year’s honorees include: JoAnn Asparagus-Murray, Childlene Brooks, Anne Clucas and Debbie Molchan of St. Vincent de Paul, Jeff Horstman of ShoreRivers, Sandy Brown of Mid-Shore Pro Bono,

Chamber eNews & Events November 5, 2020 - November 19, 2020

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Avery Hall Insurance Announces Acquisition of Cooper Insurance Agency

Salisbury, MD (October 29, 2020)     Avery Hall Insurance Group is excited to announce the recent acquisition of Cooper Insurance Agency, Inc. Since 1922, Cooper Insurance Agency has valued working with people personally and developing loyal and lasting relationships with their clients. As this transition occurs, Avery Hall will provide clients with quality care by building off the foundation of excellent service that Cooper Insurance Agency has been developing for almost a century.   Avery Hall

Scott Named Director, Oncology Services at UM Shore Regional Health

Jeanie Scott, formerly has been named director, Oncology Services at UM Shore Regional Health. Oncology Services includes the Cancer Center at UM Shore Regional Health, the Requard Radiation Center and the Clark Comprehensive Breast Center.  During her 21 years with UM Shore Regional Health, Scott has served as cancer center registrar, registry coordinator, operations coordinator, and most recently, operations manager. She earned her B.S. degree from Walden University in 2019.  As director, Scott leads a

Chamber Connection Newsletter November 2020

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Chamber eNews & Events October 29, 2020 - November 12, 2020

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Mid-Shore Pro Bono Awarded a Grant from the Maryland Opioid Operational Command Center

EASTON, MD – October 29, 2020 – Mid-Shore Pro Bono, a non-profit organization on Maryland’s Eastern Shore that provides free access to legal services to low income community members, today announced it has been awarded  a grant for FY21, supported by the Opioid Operational Command Center (OOCC) competitive grant program. The OOCC is an agency of the state government.  The views presented here are those of the grantee organization and not necessarily those of the OOCC, its Executive Director, or its staff. 

Choptank Health welcomes Director of new Behavioral Health Services

Vicki Rahenkamp, MA, LCPC, CCTP has joined Choptank Community Health System as Director of Behavioral Health Services, a new division joining Choptank Health’s medical, pediatric, and dental services. Behavioral health care focuses on the connection between behaviors and overall health. Choptank Health’s new Behavioral Health Services division will provide patients with individual (children and adults), family, and couples counseling. Rahenkamp comes to Choptank Health after serving for two years as

Willow Construction Named Accredited Quality Contractor by Associated Builders and Contractors

Willow Construction today announced that its status as an Accredited Quality Contractor has been renewed by Associated Builders and Contractors for another year. “We are beyond excited to be recognized for our team’s hard work on each and every project. It takes endless amounts of planning, dedication, and collaboration in order to achieve such a recognition.” Andy Cheezum, Vice President. Launched in 1993, ABC’s AQC program provides recognition to world-class construction firms that have documented their

RESEARCH TEAM RECEIVES $1.4 MILLION TO PREDICT HOW THE ENVIRONMENT IMPACTS HUMAN BEHAVIOR AND DECISI

University of Maryland Center for Environmental Science, Horn Point Laboratory Professor Raleigh Hood and a group of researchers from 3 other institutions throughout the United States have been awarded a $1.4 million grant by the National Science Foundation (NSF).  The 4-year project will develop a coupled modeling system to represent and simulate the complex interrelationships between humans and the environment.  Solving human issues depends, to a great extent, on understanding the interdependence of

Chamber eNews & Events October 15 - October 29, 2020

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“Get Away” Comes to Main Street Gallery

Feeling cooped up about now? Dreaming of getting away to someplace different? Main Street Gallery’s November/December exhibit, “Get Away” featuring Laurie Flannery may be just the antidote to banish the drab and the hum drum.  Laurie, a multi-talented artist and MSG’s guest artist, has created a suite of oil paintings of sun, sand and sky which include figures dressed for vacation or the beach. These are small works with a big impact and are aimed to conjure up feelings of summer warmth and seaside

Chamber eNews & Events October 1, 2020

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