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The Dorchester Chamber of Commerce hosted its annual Legislative Session Recap Lunch at the Chesapeake Grove Intergenerational Center on April 17, welcoming Senator Johnny Mautz, Delegate Chris Adams, and Delegate Tom Hutchinson back from Annapolis to share highlights from the recently concluded legislative session. The good news for Dorchester County: the delegation brought home roughly $80 million in state funding, including $27.3 million for the County’s capital or operating budget for targeted
TidalHealth is pleased to announce that Genevieve Luzano, physical therapist at TidalHealth Nanticoke in Seaford, Delaware, is the April 2026 recipient of the Marc McDonald Award. Luzano was recognized by a TidalHealth team member for her professionalism, compassion and commitment to the healing and well-being of TidalHealth’s patients:“Genevieve truly embodies the spirit and dedication that the Marc McDonald Service Award was created to recognize. She is compassionate and deeply committed to her
The Dorchester Chamber of Commerce presented the 2026 C. Robert “Bob” Spedden Service Award to Brett Summers at their Annual Meeting on March 19, 2026. Bob Spedden was a well-known and respected leader in the community. He demonstrated a real passion for the revitalization of the County and Cambridge. He served for several years on the Board of Directors of the Dorchester Chamber of Commerce and was the President in 1980-1981. He also served on the Cambridge Yacht Club Board of Governors, First
Following the Supreme Court's ruling striking down IEEPA tariffs, U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has rolled out an online refund portalto return roughly $166 billion in duties to 300,000+ importers across 53 million entries. CBP's new CAPE system has four steps: 1. Claim Portal — upload refund requests via standardized spreadsheet 2. Mass Processing — removes IEEPA tariff codes, recalculates duties 3. Review & Reliquidation — updates entry summaries, calculates interest 4. Refund —
TidalHealth proudly raised Donate Life flags at each of its three hospitals this month to honor organ and tissue donors and their families during National Donate Life Month. Held in partnership with organ procurement organizations Infinite Legacy and the Gift of Life Donor Program, the tradition pays tribute to the lives saved and the hope made possible through donation. In 2025, organ donors across the TidalHealth system made a lifesaving impact. At TidalHealth Peninsula Regional, 10 organ donors
Maria Deza, DNP, APRN, AGACNP-BC, UM Shore Medical Group – Neurology and Sleep Medicine. University of Maryland Shore Medical Group (UM SMG) – Neurology and Sleep Medicine recently welcomed Maria Deza, DNP, APRN, AGACNP-BC. UM SMG is an affiliate medical practice of University of Maryland Shore Regional Health (UM SRH), a member organization of the University of Maryland Medical System. Deza is an Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner with more than a decade of diverse clinical experience across
Whether you enjoy working with the community, supporting educational programs, or helping behind the scenes, there are many ways to volunteer with For All Seasons. On April 28 from 5:00 – 7:00 p.m., the agency will host a Volunteer Open House at the For All Seasons’ Center for Learning, 111 E. Dover Street in Easton. The event will offer the opportunity to explore how volunteers help For All Seasons achieve its mission of providing mental health and rape crisis services to everyone who needs them,
TidalHealth is proud to announce the promotion of Wen Cao, Ph.D., MBA(c), MS, LSSBB, FACHE, to Associate Vice President of Performance Improvement and Enterprise Transformation, effective April 20. This promotion reflects the health system’s commitment to improvement performance, organizational excellence and the need for continued transformation to better support the region during a time of significant change in healthcare. Dr. Cao joined TidalHealth Peninsula Regional in 2015 as a performance
Hebron Savings Bank today announced the launch of the Hebron Savings Bank Emerging Leaders Scholarship, a new initiative designed to support graduating high school seniors from Maryland’s Eastern Shore who demonstrate leadership, community involvement, and an interest in pursuing careers in business, finance, or related fields. Beginning in 2026, Hebron Savings Bank will award two scholarships annually to graduating high school seniors in Wicomico, Worcester, Somerset, and Dorchester counties. Each
Pam Gregory, UWLES President and CEO; Mary Mengason, Vice President at Avery Hall and current UWLES Board Chair; Sonya Whited, Sr. Director of Process Engineering and Sensory at Perdue Farms and UWLES Immediate Past Chair all DID IT! They went Over the Edge for ALICE® last year AND you can catch all three of them again this May 8th , rappelling 14 stories down The Ross. On May 8, local community members will take fundraising to new heights—literally—by rappelling down the side of the 14-story Ross
Wor-Wic Community College’s Radiologic Technology Class of 2026 presented its Golden Apple Award to Chad Sutton, RT(R)(ARRT), center, holding flowers. Wor-Wic Community College’s Radiologic Technology Class of 2026 presented its Golden Apple Award to Chad Sutton, RT(R)(ARRT), a radiologic technologist at TidalHealth Peninsula Regional. Wor-Wic's Radiologic Technology students present the Golden Apple Award annually to a TidalHealth staff technologist who was highly influential to their growth and
Throughout April, in recognition of National Donate Life Month, TidalHealth Peninsula Regional, in partnership with Infinite Legacy — Maryland’s organ procurement organization — will fly the Donate Life flag to honor past, present, and future organ, eye, and tissue donors, including donors in spirit. We invite you to join us and provide coverage of our annual Donate Life Month flag-raising ceremony. What: TidalHealth Peninsula Regional’s Donate Life Month flag-raising ceremonyWhere: Guerrieri Heart &
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Davis, Bowen & Friedel, Inc. (DBF) is pleased to announce the acquisition of Davis, Moore, Shearon & Associates, LLC (DMS & Associates), a respected Centreville, Maryland-based civil engineering firm specializing in land development services. The Centreville office, located at 207 East Water Street, Suite 100, Centreville, MD, will remain open and will now operate as Davis, Bowen & Friedel, Inc., ensuring continuity of service for existing clients while expanding the firm’s regional resources and
Pictured is Karen Kaludis of Easton participating in For All Seasons’ Sexual Assault Awareness Survivor’s Community Art Project at The Ivy, one of several activities to be offered in all five counties on the Mid-Shore to increase awareness about sexual assaults. April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month, a time to strengthen awareness and honor the resilience of survivors. For All Seasons, the Behavioral Health and Rape Crisis Center for the Mid-Shore, is increasing outreach and education by offering public
TidalHealth is proud to partner with AARP and the Town of Ocean City to host HealthFest on Wednesday, April 15, 2026, from 9 am to 12 pm at the Roland E. Powell Convention Center, 4001 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, MD 21842. HealthFest proudly builds on the legacy of the Ocean City Community Health Fair, a long-standing community tradition originally established and led by TidalHealth Atlantic for more than 30 years. While the name and location have evolved, the heart of the event remains the same:
TidalHealth Peninsula Regional is pleased to announce that Alexandria (Alex) Bailey, RN, of 3 West, has been selected as its DAISY Award recipient for March 2026.Bailey was nominated by a patient for her dedication and compassionate, patient-centered care:“Our family came to the hospital in May because my dad, who has stage 3 NSCLC, was experiencing weakness and had stopped eating. His condition is complicated by dementia and hearing loss, which can make communication very difficult. The night before we
Myesha Fisher, CNA, is TidalHealth Peninsula Regional’s Sunshine Awardee for January 2026. TidalHealth Peninsula Regional is pleased to announce that Myesha Fisher, CNA of 3 West, has been selected as its Sunshine Award recipient for March 2026. Fisher was nominated by a patient for her compassion, empathy, dedication, and generosity:"During my hospital stay, I experienced a very difficult and unexpected situation. Myesha came in right away and helped me get cleaned up, made sure I was comfortable, and
On the floor of the Maryland House of Delegates today, Speaker Joseline A. Peña-Melnyk honored Delegate Thomas S. Hutchinson (District 37B) with the Charles Mathias, Jr. Award. This distinguished honor is presented once every four years to one member of the Majority Party and one member of the Minority Party who exemplifies bipartisan cooperation and a steadfast commitment to serving the collective needs of Marylanders. The award is named in honor of the late U.S. Senator Charles Mathias, a Maryland
Hyatt Regency Chesapeake Bay Golf Resort, Spa and Marina, an award-winning waterfront destination nestled on 342 acres of Maryland’s Eastern Shore, announces its spring experiences for travelers. With its waterfront location on the Choptank River tributary of Chesapeake Bay, the resort offers a year-round waterfront destination immersed in the beauty and charm of the Eastern Shore. It is also debuting a special promotion to help travelers make the most of their spring getaway. “Spring is one of the most
As part of TidalHealth’s ongoing commitment to patient and campus safety, TidalHealth Peninsula Regional will implement a new visitor management system effective March 23, 2026. Under the system, all visitors entering through the Frank B. Hanna Main Entrance or the Guerrieri Heart & Vascular Institute entrance must check in at the welcome desk and obtain a visitor badge, which must be displayed at all times. The system adds an extra layer of protection for patients, visitors and team members by ensuring
TidalHealth Peninsula Regional honors the following four team members as 4th Quarter 2025 Team Members of the Quarter:Administrative & Support Services: Linda Bunting, Purchasing Linda Bunting is a buyer in TidalHealth Peninsula Regional's purchasing department. Bunting began her TidalHealth career in the emergency department at TidalHealth Peninsula Regional, where she worked for nine years before transitioning to the purchasing department, where she has served as a buyer for the past 5 1/2 years. During
TidalHealth announces the following educational event calendar for April 2026:Systemwide eventsAdvance care planning session: April 14 Second Tuesday of each month, 1 pm via virtual meeting. Use this link to join the webinar. Grief virtual support group: April 14 Second Tuesday of each month (unless otherwise noted), 6:30-7:30 pm, via virtual meeting. Use this link to join the meeting. Learn more: 410-629-6848 or bobbi.mcdonald@tidalhealth.org.Diabetes self-management class: April 15, 22, 29 & May
Maryland Capital Enterprises’ (MCE) Women’s Business Center (WBC) is pleased to announce its April 2026 lineup of no-cost business training webinars, designed to equip entrepreneurs and small business owners with practical tools, knowledge, and inspiration to succeed. Open to everyone, these engaging online sessions cover essential topics ranging from marketing strategy and government contracting to business planning and the growing role of artificial intelligence in everyday business operations.April
The Chestertown Surgical Services team collected donations for the Kent County Humane Society University of Maryland Shore Regional Health (UM SRH), a member organization of the University of Maryland Medical System (UMMS), hosted a service challenge for team members from mid-January through February in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. UM SRH teams were invited to participate in any service event benefiting our local communities. “We are deeply grateful to team members and departments for
The Dorchester County Health Department is inviting you to their community baby shower "Under the Stars." Join us on June 6th at Cambridge-South Dorchester High School as we honor expecting parents & parents to children under one (Must be a Dorchester County resident & must be present to win). There will be free giveaways and Door Prizes. Register by May 15th, 2026 HERE or scan the QR code on the flyer. If you have questions please contact Asiha Blake (DCHD) at 410-901-8158 or Shannon Proffitt (DCHD)
The Youth Action Council and Greater Chief Cornerstone Temple Church Outreach Ministries (GCCTC) are partnering to present a Youth Cooking Class. Come for a FREE cooking class with the YAC members! They will be teaching easy, budget-friendly meals you can make almost anywhere. Learn to cook and taste test three different dishes with a hand-on, interactive and actually fun environment!
University of Maryland Shore Regional Health (UM SRH), a member organization of the University of Maryland Medical System, recently honored team members with service award presentations. Ken Kozel, UM SRH President and Katie Halen, Vice President, Human Resources, hosted the service award luncheon at the Tidewater Inn, honoring over 20 recent retirees and celebrating those with service milestones of 10 to 55 years. “Our team members’ loyalty to Shore Regional Health and their dedication to our UMMS
Hillary Mozeik, Executive Assistant and Donor Relations Coordinator, TidalHealth Foundation; Dr. Qamar Iqbal; Kim Nechay; and Dr. Juwairiya Shuroog. At the heart of the TidalHealth Foundation’s mission is the Guardian Angel program — a meaningful way for patients and families to honor caregivers who made a profound difference in their medical journey through compassion, expertise and humanity. Through this program, a grateful family recently recognized members of TidalHealth Peninsula Regional’s 3 West
UWLES Community Outreach Coordinator Ryan Jackson presents the Summer 2024 Dine Stay Play United Spirit Award to Jolly Roger Amusements. United Way of the Lower Eastern Shore (UWLES), in partnership with the Ocean City Maryland Hospitality Association, looks forward to welcoming back guests and visitors for the 2026 summer season! UWLES is excited to partner with local hospitality businesses for the 10th season of our Dine, Stay, and Play United program. Last summer, local hospitality and recreational
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Registration for 2026 YMCA of the Chesapeake youth summer camps is now open, giving families across the Eastern Shore the opportunity to plan for a summer filled with fun, friendship, and growth. Early Bird Savings, Overnight Camp Options & Summer Job Opportunities AvailableEaston, Md – Registration for 2026 YMCA of the Chesapeake youth summer camps is now open, giving families across the Eastern Shore the opportunity to plan for a summer filled with fun, friendship, and growth. “Our summer camps are
Choptank Community Health System has earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval® for an Ambulatory Health Care and Primary Care Medical Home Certification. The accreditation formally recognizes Choptank Health’s ongoing commitment to meeting rigorous performance standards and delivering the safest, highest-quality care to its patients. Choptank Community Health System has earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval® for Ambulatory Health Care, formally recognizing Choptank Health’s
TidalHealth announces the following educational event calendar for March 2026:Systemwide eventsAdvance care planning session: March 10 Second Tuesday of each month, 1 pm via virtual meeting. Use this link to join the webinar. Grief virtual support group: March 10 Second Tuesday of each month, 6:30-7:30 pm, via virtual meeting. Use this link to join the meeting. Learn more: 410-629-6848 or lora.pangratz@tidalhealth.org.Diabetes self-management class Weekly on Wednesdays, 6-8 pm via virtual meeting.
Two $500 scholarships will be awarded!! One graduating senior from North Dorchester High School and Cambridge South Dorchester High School who wishes to further their formal education will be awarded a $500 scholarship. The application deadline is April 1, 2026. Those interested should visit Cambridgewomansclub.com to find the application and requirements. The Board of Directors of the Cambridge Woman’s Club approved the first ever scholarship program for graduating seniors from each of the county’s high
In response to the evolving needs of the local nonprofit community, Mid-Shore Community Foundation has announced a significant expansion of its events and offerings through its program, Mid-Shore Connect. The offerings which are designed to build practical skills and foster collaboration, blend expert instruction with peer connection - bringing nonprofits and community leaders together for learning, leadership, and collaboration. “We are excited to expand our offerings and provide more opportunities for
Intimate New Neighborhood Delivers Personalized Support While Preserving Comfort, Connection and Continuity in Easton Senior Living Community Candle Light Cove senior living community has expanded its continuum of care with the recent opening of LifeBridges, an intimate new neighborhood designed to support residents with higher care needs while preserving comfort, connection and dignity. “LifeBridges offers advanced, personalized care in a smaller-scale setting that remains fully connected to the greater
For All Seasons, a nonprofit mental health agency and rape crisis center serving the Eastern Shore of Maryland, is recognizing National Random Acts of Kindness Week, February 14 to 20, 2026, to highlight how kindness can benefit our mental health. The American Psychiatric Association reports that recent research from the University of Ohio shows that acts of kindness benefit both the givers’ and the receivers’ mental health. An “act of kindness” refers to a good or helpful action intentionally directed
Atlantic General Hospital will hold a caregiver support group from 3 to 4 pm on Monday, March 2, at the John H. 'Jack' Burbage, Jr. Regional Cancer Care Center, 9707 Healthway Drive, Berlin, MD 21811. This support group is free and open to caregivers who share the challenges and rewards of caring for adults with serious illnesses. It offers a space for members to discuss their feelings, concerns and experiences related to the caregiving role. Discussion topics vary according to the group's needs. For more
UM Shore Regional Health (UM SRH) has earned multiple American Heart Association (AHA) awards recognizing its commitment to delivering high-quality, evidence-based care for patients experiencing heart disease and the most severe heart attacks. Pictured are members of UM SRH’s Senior Leadership team and UM SRH’s Cardiovascular Services team, including the Cardiac Catheterization Lab, Cardiovascular Diagnostics, Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation and UM Shore Medical Group-Cardiology. UM Shore Regional Health
Patients and visitors should expect temporary traffic and pedestrian patterns at TidalHealth Peninsula Regional starting Feb. 23 as the health system constructs a new observation unit adjacent to its Robert T. Adkins, M.D. Emergency/Trauma Center. TidalHealth Peninsula Regional is implementing temporary parking and traffic changes starting Monday, Feb. 23, in support of the construction of a new observation unit adjacent to the Robert T. Adkins, M.D. Emergency/Trauma Center (ED). As construction
The Atlantic General Hospital Auxiliary Board of Directors invites the community to join in celebrating the 20th anniversary of the Atlantic General Hospital Auxiliary Thrift Shop on Friday, Feb. 20. Festivities begin when the Thrift Shop opens at 10 am, followed by a special anniversary commemoration at 11 am that will recognize the Auxiliary’s volunteers and supporters who have contributed to the shop’s continued success. In honor of this milestone, shoppers will enjoy a 20% discount throughout the
Maryland Capital Enterprises’ Women’s Business Center proudly announces its 11th Annual “Aspire to Succeed & Lead” Women’s Business Conference, an empowering event designed to inspire and equip women entrepreneurs and professionals. Set for March 6, 2026, the conference offers a full day of motivational speakers, networking opportunities, and actionable business strategies. This year’s key idea is, “Balance & Brilliance; Wellness Drives Success.” Event Details: &##128197; Date: Friday, March 6,
Hyatt Regency Chesapeake Bay Golf Resort, Spa and Marina, an award-winning waterfront resort located on 342 acres of Maryland's Eastern Shore, is hosting multiple events and experiences on Valentine's Day. Couples and friends can celebrate the holiday with a fun-filled afternoon at the property. The schedule of events includes a couple's paint & sip class, pasta making class, and the "Boards and Bottles" charcuterie board making class. Couple's Paint & Sip The holiday festivities begin with a Couples'
Samantha “Sam” Gross, CNA, is TidalHealth Peninsula Regional’s Sunshine Awardee for January 2026. TidalHealth Peninsula Regional is pleased to announce that Samantha “Sam” Gross, CNA, of 3 East, has been selected as its Sunshine Award recipient for January 2026. Gross was nominated by a coworker for her compassion, empathy, dedication and generosity:“Sam is such an incredible member of this team, always going above and beyond for her patients. One specific encounter really stood out to me, and I believe
BEFORE THE PUBLIC SERVICE COMMISSION OF MARYLAND IN THE MATTER OF MARYLAND BLUE CRAB SOLAR & STORAGE, LLC’S APPLICATION FOR A CERTIFICATE OF PUBLIC CONVENIENCE AND NECESSITY TO CONSTRUCT A 100 MW SOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC GENERATING FACILITY, WITH 25 MW BATTERY ENERGY STORAGE SYSTEM, AND 69 kV TRANSMISSIONLINE IN DORCHESTER COUNTY, MARYLAND CASE NO. 9782NOTICE OF VIRTUAL INITIAL PUBLIC COMMENT HEARING The Maryland Public Service Commission will hold a public comment hearing to consider the application of
Atlantic General Hospital is pleased to announce that Payton Lynch, RN, of the Atlantic General Wound Care Center, has been selected as its DAISY Award recipient for January 2026. Lynch was nominated by a co-worker for her positivity, passion, and patient-centered care: “Payton Lynch is one of the best nurses I have had the honor to work with in my nursing career, and even better, I get to be her clinical coordinator. Managing someone with her motivation and passion in patient care makes my job easy.
Kayla Turner, RN, is TidalHealth Peninsula Regional’s DAISY Awardee for January 2026. TidalHealth Peninsula Regional is pleased to announce that Kayla Turner, RN, of 5 West, has been selected as its DAISY Award recipient for January 2026. Turner was nominated by a patient for her dedication and compassionate, patient-centered care:“In May, I underwent gastric bypass surgery that led to complications and left me in a coma. After leaving the intensive care unit, I was confused and experienced periods of
For All Seasons team members joined Cambridge South Dorchester High School staff—including administrators, counselors, and school resource officer—to complete the Red Sand Project in support of human trafficking survivors. For All Seasons hosted several activities during January to promote Human Trafficking Awareness Month. For this year’s annual Red Sand Project, staff involved all For All Seasons’ offices and many partners across the Shore in the awareness initiative using red sand to represent victims
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What began in 1986 as one woman’s determination to serve children who had experienced sexual assault has grown into a mental health lifeline for thousands. Today, For All Seasons Behavioral Health and Rape Crisis Center provides expert mental health services, victim crisis support, education and outreach, and statewide leadership. The agency’s unique model of care ensures that no one in the region has to imagine life without these services, regardless of language or ability to pay. Guided by the vision
TidalHealth will hold a free advance care planning webinar at 1 pm on Tuesday, Feb. 3, 2026. What care would you want if you had an unexpected illness? Who would you want to make decisions for your care? Have you talked about your wishes with your loved ones if you are unable to speak for yourself? Learn about advance care planning, which can help you answer these questions. Advance care planning refers to making decisions about your healthcare in the future, if, due to injury or illness, you cannot
The TidalHealth Richard A. Henson Research Institute will sponsor an educational event for ninth through 12th grade students from Salisbury Christian School. The event will provide an immersive experience designed to expand students’ understanding of careers in healthcare. Healthcare today is more than medicine and nursing — it’s a dynamic field with a wide range of exciting, impactful professions that many teens and their parents may not know about. From public health and medical laboratory science to
TidalHealth Nutrition & Diabetes Education will hold a diabetes support group from 6 to 7 pm on Monday, Feb. 9, 2026, at MAC Inc., Area Agency on Aging, located at 909 Progress Circle, Suite 100, Salisbury, MD 21804. Join us for this month's meeting with guest speaker Lindsey A. Nelson, MD, of TidalHealth Anesthesiology. This support group is free and open to the public. For more information, please call 410-543-7061.
TidalHealth is pleased to welcome Harry Lehman, III, MD, to Atlantic General Pediatrics at the Gudelsky Family Medical Center in Berlin, Maryland. He is passionate about preventative care for the children he sees and enjoys teaching parents who entrust him with their children. After graduating with his medical degree from Hahnemann University in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Dr. Lehman continued at Hahnemann to complete his pediatric residency. He is board certified in pediatrics by the American Board of
TidalHealth is alerting the community to recent scam attempts targeting patients in our community. Scammers are posing as TidalHealth team members and contacting patients to request payment or personal information by phone, email or text message. Scam calls may appear to come from a legitimate TidalHealth phone number due to caller ID spoofing. Scammers are also using fraudulent email addresses posing as TidalHealth team members. TidalHealth advises anyone who receives a questionable call to hang up and
Lindsey Nelson, MD, brings decades of experience to his new role as executive medical director for the TidalHealth Anesthesiology service line. In this system-wide leadership role, Dr. Nelson will oversee the strategic, clinical and operational direction of anesthesia services across all TidalHealth hospitals, ambulatory sites and non-operating-room anesthetizing locations. “Dr. Nelson brings demonstrated leadership experience, specialized expertise in anesthesiology, and a strong alignment with
Michael Jansen is TidalHealth’s December 2025 recipient of the Marc McDonald Award. TidalHealth is pleased to announce that Michael “Mike” Jansen, physical therapist at TidalHealth Peninsula Regional in Salisbury, is the December 2025 recipient of the Marc McDonald Award. Jansen was recognized by a TidalHealth team member for his professionalism, compassion and commitment to the healing and well-being of TidalHealth’s patients:"Michael is an exceptional physical therapist who consistently earns the
The Hyatt Regency Chesapeake Bay Resort glowed with purpose and celebration as United Way of the Lower Eastern Shore (UWLES) hosted its 22nd Annual Holiday Ball, themed Under the Northern Lights in December. The signature fundraising event brought together community leaders, businesses, and supporters to raise critical funds for local programs and nonprofit partners, raising more than $220,000. “This night is about more than elegance and celebration,” said Pam Gregory, President and CEO of United Way
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Delegate Tom Hutchinson (Center) and Senator Johnny Mautz (Right) along with Bird Dog Wheeler and Oyster Ball Committee members Tracie Whiteley, Keith Graffius and Lauren Edwards, welcome the crowd to the 10th Annual Oyster Ball last year. CAMBRIDGE, MD-The 11th Annual Oyster Ball returns to Portside Seafood Restaurant on Saturday, January 10th, at 6pm. The event is held every year to raise funds for Dorchester County Watermen (Dorchester Seafood Heritage Association) and is once again headlined by
Jacqueline “Jackie” Stella, PCT, is TidalHealth Peninsula Regional’s Sunshine Awardee for December 2025. TidalHealth Peninsula Regional is pleased to announce that Jacqueline “Jackie” Stella, patient care technician in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU), has been selected as its Sunshine Award recipient for December 2025. Stella was nominated by her supervisor, Jessica Cropper, for her compassion, patience and professionalism:“I am truly honored to have Jackie not only as a coworker but also as a friend. She
TidalHealth is pleased to welcome Logan Nalesnik, APRN, FNP-C, to TidalHealth Urogynecology in Berlin, Maryland. Nalesnik earned her bachelor’s degree in nursing from Wingate University in Wingate, North Carolina. She went on to receive her master’s degree in nursing from Georgetown University in Washington, D.C. Nalesnik is certified by the American Association of Nurse Practitioners (AANP) and the American Heart Association in basic life support (BLS), and she is a neonatal resuscitation provider
Guests enjoyed a variety of activities for all ages, including face painting. This year’s Frosty’s Holiday Village event, presented by For All Seasons and taking place at Anchor Church in Easton, featured over 50 inflatables and a larger resource tent featuring 12 resource partners who provided fun games and important resources for local families. All activities were free and included favorites such as professional photos with Frosty and friends, holiday crafts, Letters to Santa, Cascading Carlos the
Preston Automotive Group is proud to announce they will officially bring the Toyota brand into the Preston family for the first time in its 50-year history. The store will operate as Preston Toyota of Easton, marking a significant milestone in the group’s continued growth across the Delmarva Peninsula. “Adding Toyota to our lineup is exciting,” said David Wilson Jr., President and CEO of Preston Automotive Group. “Toyota is known worldwide for quality, innovation, and reliability. Those values align
Sharnell Smith, MD, provides care at TidalHealth Breast Center in Salisbury, Maryland and TidalHealth General Surgery in Seaford, Delaware. Dr. Smith earned her medical degree from Howard University College of Medicine in Washington, D.C. and completed her general surgery residency at Howard University Hospital, where she was selected to serve as chief resident. With 12 years of general surgery experience, Dr. Smith recently completed her breast surgical oncology fellowship at Ohio State University
Hyatt Regency Chesapeake Bay Golf Resort, Spa and Marina, an award-winning waterfront destination nestled on 342 acres of Maryland’s Eastern Shore, has received the 2025 Platinum Choice Award from Smart Meetings, one of the nation’s leading magazines for meeting and event planners. The awards honor the hospitality industry’s top-ranked venues and destinations that deliver the highest standard of overall excellence. “We are thrilled to be named among the top meeting destinations in the country by Smart
The City of Cambridge through the Make Cambridge Resilient Initiative has opened the opportunity to see the installation of a model earthen berm on December 3, 2025. The purpose of this model earthen berm is to visually display a portion of the flood mitigation project in the Long Wharf area, as requested by the community. The model dimensions are those within the draft flood mitigation project design. The height of the model berm, which is the same height within the draft flood mitigation project design
Makenzie Horner, RRT, is TidalHealth Peninsula Regional’s Tree of Life Award recipient for November 2025. TidalHealth Peninsula Regional is pleased to announce that Makenzie Horner, RRT, is its Tree of Life Award recipient for November 2025. This award honors respiratory therapists who provide exceptional care to patients, establish meaningful connections, and collaborate with the care team to ensure the best possible outcomes for their patients. Horner was nominated by the family member of a recent
Community bankers around the country gathered in Washington recently to discuss the latest challenges currently facing community banks across the country, according to Jennifer Poulsen, President & CEO of Hebron Savings Bank. Poulsen, who attended the ABA Community Bankers Council meeting November 17-19, said the bankers talked at length about public policy, operations and business issues that might impact the nation’s hometown banks and their communities. “Community banks are such a vital part of our
United Way of the Lower Eastern Shore’s President and CEO, Pam Gregory, rallies community partners to embrace United is the Way United Way of the Lower Shore’s 2025-2026 “United Is the Way” campaign is in full force. The annual Fall kickoff, hosted in partnership with Salisbury University, rallied 200 community leaders, businesses, and volunteers to fuel another year of local impact across Dorchester, Somerset, Wicomico, and Worcester counties. Participants enjoyed firsthand stories from corporate and
TidalHealth Peninsula Regional has again constructed its holiday star decoration atop the hospital in Salisbury. The unique star, measuring 22 feet from tip to tip, will be lit on the Friday after Thanksgiving and remain illuminated throughout the holiday season. The star has been the centerpiece of TidalHealth Peninsula Regional’s holiday decorating theme for the last 30 years. In 1995, following the death of Maryland State Police Trooper 1st Class Edward A. Plank, Jr., who was lost in the line of duty,
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TidalHealth will hold a free ICD support group from 9 to 10 am on Tuesday, Dec. 9, 2025, at the TidalHealth Adult Fitness building located at 800 S. Salisbury Blvd., Ste. D, Salisbury, MD 21801. The goal of this group is to allow people with implantable cardioverter defibrillator (ICD) devices to become more knowledgeable and comfortable with having an ICD. The group is open to patients, family, friends and caregivers, and allows attendees to meet and share with others who have been through similar
TidalHealth is pleased to welcome Audrey Khoury, MD, MPH, to TidalHealth Cardiovascular Surgery in Salisbury, Maryland. Dr. Khoury received her master’s degree in public health from the University of North Carolina, Gillings School of Global Public Health in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. She then earned her medical degree from the University of North Carolina School of Medicine in Chapel Hill, where she went on to complete her residency in the Integrated Cardiothoracic Surgery Residency Program. Dr.
TidalHealth is pleased to welcome Taylor Harrington, AGACNP, to TidalHealth Infectious Disease in Delmar, Delaware. Harrington received her Master of Science in Nursing from Purdue University Global and is a certified adult-gerontology acute care nurse practitioner. She has experience in comprehensive patient care as a registered nurse at TidalHealth Peninsula Regional in the cardiac stepdown unit. Harrington is a member of the Infectious Diseases Society of America and is certified by the American
TidalHealth has partnered with the nonprofit organization Walk with a Doc to host a free walk at the Salisbury Riverwalk from 10 to 11 am on Saturday, Dec. 6, 2025. Participants will meet at Unity Square, located at 100 Circle Ave., Salisbury, MD 21801. This month’s guest speaker will be Dr. Nicole Alu of the TidalHealth Family Medicine Residency Clinic. After a brief educational session with Dr. Alu, participants will spend the rest of the hour enjoying a healthy walk at their own pace and
Choptank Health marked National Rural Health Day by participating in the Rural Maryland Council’s Health-Focused Bus Tour, with participants shown here. The event highlighted Choptank Health’s new Federalsburg Health Center and the innovative approaches Choptank Health is using to improve health and wellness for the Mid-Shore’s rural communities. Choptank Community Health System is proud to join communities across the country in celebrating National Rural Health Day on Thursday, November 20, 2025. The
TidalHealth is pleased to welcome Michael Sabadish, MD, to TidalHealth Cardiology in Salisbury, Maryland. Dr. Sabadish earned his medical degree from Hahnemann University School of Medicine in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, where he also completed his internal medicine residency and his fellowship in cardiology and cardiac electrophysiology. Dr. Sabadish is board certified in cardiology and cardiac electrophysiology. He comes with a wealth of clinical experience, has received multiple awards and
TidalHealth Peninsula Regional honors the following four team members as 3rd Quarter 2025 Team Members of the Quarter:Administrative & Support Services: Joyce Jones, Environmental Services Joyce Jones of Environmental Services (EVS) is TidalHealth Peninsula Regional’s 3rd Quarter 2025 Team Member of the Quarter for Administrative and Support Services. Jones is an environmental services aide who is known for her outstanding work ethic and positive attitude. She consistently anticipates tasks and completes
Top 5 Can’t MissBook a room at Hyatt Regency Chesapeake Bay Golf Resort, Spa and Marina, a Travel + Leisure World's Best Awards winner.Explore the four land trails in Blackwater National Wildlife Refuge by bike or on foot.Discover the Underground Railroad Scenic Byway by car.Grab a bite at Black Water Bakery, a local favorite serving house-made pies and cakes.Visit in the fall for the bird-watching and stunning fall foliageMaryland’s Eastern Shore, located an hour east of Washington, D.C., is known for its
Bernard and Danielle Johnson in their High Street headquarters. The couple is making a mark on Cambridge as business and civic leaders, setting an example of how to achieve success the right way. In Cambridge, a place where people notice who shows up, who follows through, and who treats others well, Bernard and Danielle Johnson are familiar names. Their four businesses are a steady presence in the city’s commercial life, and their willingness to help where they are needed has made them leaders across the
TidalHealth is partnering with CLEAR, the secure identity company, to simplify the healthcare experience for its patients through easy-to-use identity verification. Beginning today, TidalHealth patients can use CLEAR to securely verify their identity when creating a MyChart account or resetting their password from their mobile device or the MyChart app. This new option saves time and reduces friction by eliminating the need to contact TidalHealth’s MyChart service team for account creation or password
The Maryland Rural Health Association (MRHA) presented the Outstanding Rural Health Program Award to TidalHealth’s REACH (Rural Equity and Access to Community Health) program for improving chronic disease management and reducing hospital admissions on the Lower Eastern Shore. Attending the presentation were, from left, REACH Evaluator Miriam C. Purnell, University of Maryland Eastern Shore Chair, Professor and Program Director of Department of Pharmacy Practice & Administration; Kathryn Fiddler, TidalHealth
Binesh Shrestha, MD University of Maryland Shore Regional Health (UM SRH) and UM Shore Medical Group-Cardiology (UM SMG) recently announced the addition of interventional cardiologist Bishesh Shrestha, MD, to the team. UM SRH is a member organization of the University of Maryland Medical System. Dr. Shrestha will provide advanced interventional cardiology care for patients with complex cardiovascular conditions, working closely with primary care providers and specialists to manage coronary artery disease,
TidalHealth cut the ribbon Nov. 17 to officially open the health system’s new Pediatric Development & Therapy Clinic in Salisbury. In the photo, from the left, are, Steve Tracy, Vice President of Corporate Ventures & President of Peninsula Health Ventures; Alexis Laws, MS, BCBA, LBA, Clinical Supervisor; Dr. Samantha Scott, Psychology Postdoctoral Program Director, Clinical Psychology Fellowship and Cindy Lunsford, Ed.D., MSN, RN, Executive Vice President & COO of TidalHealth. On Nov. 17, TidalHealth
TidalHealth is pleased to welcome Ahmad Nawid Nawa, MD, to TidalHealth Primary Care in Salisbury, Maryland. Dr. Nawa earned his medical degree from the Kabul Medical University and completed his internal medicine/pediatric residency at the French Medical Institute for Children, both in Kabul, Afghanistan. Dr. Nawa recently completed TidalHealth’s internal medicine residency program, as part of the program’s inaugural class. He is a member of the Internal Medicine Society of Afghanistan and the Afghan
Dedicated members of United Way of the Lower Eastern Shore, RPS and Gallagher celebrate record breaking Disc Golf Tournament. The United Way of the Lower Eastern Shore (UWLES), in partnership with RPS and Gallagher, hosted its largest-ever Disc Golf Tournament on Friday, October 3, 2025, at Schumaker Pond Park in Salisbury. The annual event brought together 41 teams and raised a record $35,000, pushing the tournament’s total impact to more than $210,000 since its inception. All proceeds support United
For the tenth consecutive year, the University of Maryland Shore Medical Center at Easton’s Primary Stroke Center has received recognition from the American Heart Association (AHA)/American Stroke Association (ASA) with the Get With The Guidelines®- Rural Stroke Gold and Stroke Gold Plus with Target: Stroke Honor Roll Elite with Target: Type 2 Diabetes Honor Roll, which recognize quality achievement. UM Shore Medical Center at Easton is a University of Maryland Shore Regional Health (UM SRH) facility; UM
TidalHealth is pleased to welcome Eugide Othepa, MD, to Atlantic General Primary Care in Berlin, Maryland. Dr. Othepa earned his medical degree from Ross University School of Medicine in West Indies, Dominica. He completed his family medicine residency at Memorial Hospital Gulfport in Mississippi, where he was chief resident. He is a member of the American Academy of Family Physicians and the Mississippi Academy of Family Physicians and brings extensive clinical experience, including research and
TidalHealth is pleased to welcome board-certified physician assistant Elisa Rivera, PA-C, to TidalHealth Neurosurgery in Salisbury, Maryland. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science from Salisbury University and her Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies from the University of Maryland Eastern Shore. Rivera provides compassionate, patient-centered care. She is a member of the American Academy of Physician Associates and the Physician Associates for Latino Health. She holds
Pictured are attendees at For All Seasons' recent Ribbon Cutting and Open House at its new location at 407 Race Street in Cambridge. On October 22, For All Seasons and the Dorchester Chamber of Commerce hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony and open house for the agency’s new location at 407 Race Street in Cambridge. The event drew a packed crowd of community members, business owners, elected officials, agency staff, and Board members, all celebrating the opening of For All Seasons’ larger, more visible
On Tuesday, December 2nd, Mid-Shore Community Foundation will host Mid-Shore Gives 2025, an online Giving Day Event to benefit local nonprofits in Caroline, Dorchester, Kent, Queen Anne's, and Talbot Counties. “Mid-Shore Gives is a way for us to support our nonprofits, while engaging the community,” said Buck Duncan, President of the Mid-Shore Community Foundation. “Last year’s event was a success; the event raised more than $102,000 in 24-Hours! We hope to make an even greater impact this
For many families, it’s a beloved annual tradition. Each holiday season, Coastal Hospice invites Lower Shore neighbors to be “angels” by including the organization in their year-end giving. Many residents look forward to receiving the Be An Angel mailing and its inspiring Christmas tree ornament, each one a touching way to honor or remember a loved one. Donations can be made by mail or online at www.coastalhospice.org/be-an-angel. Donors are encouraged to include the name of their “angel,” which will be
Family members of veterans and service members have varying experiences and perspectives on how the military experience affects their mental health. 100% of the For All Seasons team is trained in cultural competency around service members, veterans, and their families. In honor of Veterans’ Day this month, For All Seasons is bringing the focus to the mental health of families and caregivers of veterans, active service, and reserve members who can experience a unique set of challenges, stressors, and
TidalHealth Peninsula Regional is pleased to announce that Doreena “Dee” Kline, certified nursing assistant (CNA) on 3 East, has been selected as its Sunshine Award recipient for October 2025. Kline was nominated not once, but three times by recent patients and their family members for her compassion, professionalism and exceptional service:“My father is a patient under [Dee's] care. She is excellent with him and our visiting family members. Dee is very professional and cares for him with a smile and
Claire Saintfleur, RN, is TidalHealth Peninsula Regional’s DAISY Awardee for October 2025. TidalHealth Peninsula Regional is pleased to announce that Claire Saintfleur, RN, of Mother Baby, has been selected as its DAISY Award recipient for October 2025. Saintfleur was nominated by a recent patient for providing excellent patient care and service:“Claire served as my night nurse after an unexpected caesarean section. I was highly distraught and emotional. Claire was a breath of fresh air. She was highly
Danielle Curtis is TidalHealth Lab Outreach’s 3rd Quarter 2025 Monarch Award recipient. TidalHealth's Laboratory Outreach Services team is pleased to announce that Danielle Curtis is its 3rd Quarter 2025 Monarch Award recipient. Curtis joined TidalHealth in November 2020 and graduated from the hospital's inaugural phlebotomy intern training program. She currently works as a technician in the outpatient lab at TidalHealth Peninsula Regional in Salisbury. Known for her exceptional customer service and
TidalHealth will hold a free advance care planning webinar at 1 pm on Tuesday, Nov. 11, 2025. What care would you want if you had an unexpected illness? Who would you want to make decisions for your care? Have you talked about your wishes with your loved ones if you are unable to speak for yourself? Learn about advance care planning, which can help you answer these questions. Advance care planning refers to making decisions about your healthcare in the future, if, due to injury or illness, you cannot
Robbin Hill retired from Mid-Shore Community Foundation after 24 years. Robbin Hill, the first employee of the Mid-Shore Community Foundation, has retired after nearly 24 years of service. Hill joined MSCF in 2001, when the organization had no staff and was led entirely by volunteers. Her interview took place on Sept. 12, 2001 — the day after the 9/11 attacks. “If this is real, it could be really great,” Hill recalled telling her husband that evening. Hired alongside MSCF’s first president, she helped
On November 19, 1863. President Abraham Lincoln made "a few appropriate remarks" at the dedication of the Soldiers National Cemetery at Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. These "remarks" became known as the Gettysburg Address and is now considered one of the most important speeches in American History. An anniversary reading of the Gettysburg Address will be given at noon on the November 19, 2025, on the steps of the historic Meredith House on the grounds of the Dorchester County Historical Society at 1003
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