Heritage Area Receives Record Funding
The Hogan administration announced last week that $5.1 million was awarded to Maryland nonprofits, local jurisdictions, and other heritage tourism organizations by the Maryland Heritage Areas Authority (MHAA). Grant funds support heritage tourism projects and activities that attract visitors and expand economic development and tourism-related job creation throughout Maryland. The Beach to Bay Heritage Area, Inc is one of thirteen Maryland-certified heritage areas comprised of Worcester, Wicomico and
The Ocean Pines Players has announced a contest to find a new logo
The Ocean Pines Players has announced a contest to find a new logo. Viewed as a fresh start since being shut down during the pandemic, the new logo is intended to restore visibility and signal The Players’ place as a vibrant member of Ocean Pines/Ocean City and the surrounding arts community. Interested candidates can find the application form (including requirements and deadlines) on the OPP website https://oceanpinesplayers.org The contest launches August 1 and is open to all residents of Worcester,
Maryland Awards Broadband Grant for Wicomico County
The Maryland Office of Statewide Broadband has awarded Talkie Communications $9.8 million in grant funding to build fiber-optic broadband internet service in Wicomico County. With support from the Wicomico County Executive’s Office, Talkie Communications applied for and has been awarded grant funding from the Maryland Office of Statewide Broadband to construct fiber-optic broadband internet service in Wicomico County, MD. The coordination between Wicomico County’s Executive Office, the Maryland
The SACC and the Lower Shore American Job Center to Host Annual Job and Career Fair
SALISBURY, MD – The Salisbury Area Chamber of Commerce and the Lower Shore American Job Center are proud to host their annual regional Job and Career Fair every fall at the Centre at Salisbury. This year’s fair, presented by Quality Staffing Services, will be held on Thursday, October 6, 2022, from 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM. The regional Job and Career Fair is FREE for attendees and open to all businesses in the Lower Eastern Shore region. Any business seeking employees in the Lower Shore region is encouraged
Atlantic General Hospital has unveiled a new mobile app
ATLANTIC GENERAL HOSPITAL LAUNCHES NEW COMMUNITY APP Berlin, Md. – Atlantic General Hospital has unveiled a new mobile app designed to make life a little easier for their patients and community members. With the AGH Cares app, all of their patients’ most frequently used tools are available in one place – directions and information for Atlantic General’s locations, physician and provider directory search, appointment scheduling, bill payment and patient portal log in are prominently displayed via simple
Worcester Youth & Family to Welcome New Teachers to Worcester County
Worcester Youth & Family to Welcome New Teachers to Worcester County Worcester Youth and Family Counseling Services, Inc. along with the Board of Education and other local businesses will be presenting new Worcester County teachers a “Welcome Bag” filled with supplies to start their 2022-2023 school year. A teacher’s energy and passion for learning makes them difference makers in the lives of the students in our community. To help ensure they have the support they need, Worcester Youth & Family will be
Worcester County Seeking Nominations for 2022 Volunteer Spirit Awards
Worcester County Seeking Nominations for 2022 Volunteer Spirit Awards To honor volunteers whose contributions help improve the quality of life locally, Worcester County residents are invited to nominate individuals, organizations, and businesses for the Volunteer Spirit of Worcester County awards. The nomination period is open July 1 – September 2, 2022, at 11:59 p.m.“As we continue to serve our community during this pandemic, there are many outstanding residents, groups, faith-based, businesses, and
DHS and DOL Announce Availability of Additional H-2B Visas for Second Half of Fiscal Year
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and the Department of Labor (DOL) announced today the availability of an additional 35,000 H-2B temporary nonagricultural worker visas during the second half of fiscal year (FY) 2022. These visas are for U.S. employers seeking to employ additional workers on or after April 1, 2022, through Sept. 30, 2022. “These additional H-2B visas will help employers meet the demand for seasonal workers at this most critical time, when there is a serious
Lower Shore Workforce Alliance American Job Center's Mobile Unit Back in Action
Lower Shore Workforce AllianceAmerican Job CenterFor immediate releaseApril 8, 2022 Salisbury, MD- The American Job Center (formerly known as the One Stop Job Market) mobile unit will hit the road again! We are thrilled to once again bring AJC employment services to job seekers throughout the Lower Eastern Shore. The American Job Center (AJC) has a brand new vehicle that is equipped with the latest technology that will enable us to assist job and career seekers with their employment needs. The AJC
Open Captions Showtimes at Sun & Surf Cinema
Open Captions Showtimes at Sun & Surf Cinema Movie theater is testing new program showing captions on screen Wyomissing, PA, February 3, 2022—Fox Theatres is pleased to announce public showings with open captions at Sun & Surf Cinema, 14301 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, Maryland. Beginning on Sunday, February 13, select new movies will have two showtimes with open captions each week: Sundays at 3pm and Wednesdays at 3pm. The schedule may evolve to meet demand. Open Captions are similar to subtitles: a
Interested in Acquiring a Sports Wagering Class B License?
Sports Wagering Class B License Maryland’s Sports Wagering Application Review Commission (SWARC) is seeking Maryland businesses interested in applying for Class B sports wagering facility licenses. Under Maryland’s sports wagering law, SWARC may issue up to 30 licenses. The holder of a license may operate sports wagering at a single facility located within the State of Maryland. Currently, SWARC is establishing a competitive application process for the award of these licenses. Likely candidates for
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Delaware SCORE/SCORE Coastal Delmarva Invites Volunteers to Become Small Business Mentors
EVERY SMALL BUSINESS NEEDS GUIDANCE - SCORE OFFERS IT FREE OF CHARGE [DELAWARE & COASTAL DELMARVA, January, 2022] SCORE is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization and resource partner of the U.S. Small Business Administration, and is the nation’s largest network of volunteer expert business mentors. Since 1964, SCORE has been helping small businesses get off the ground, grow and achieve sustainability. Represented by hundreds of Chapters across the United States, encompassing 10,000 volunteer business