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Giving Tuesday has become one of the most important fundraising days of the year for nonprofits, and organizations across Maryland’s Eastern Shore say the needs driving those donations have rarely been greater.

From shelters trying to keep pace with rising costs to environmental groups racing to protect vulnerable waterways, many rely on this single day of giving to sustain programs that serve thousands of Shore residents annually.

The Baltimore Sun reached out to several Eastern Shore nonprofits ahead of Giving Tuesday, asking what they most need this year and how readers can help. Their responses offer a snapshot of the pressures facing local organizations – and a guide for anyone looking to make a meaningful contribution close to home.

Life Crisis Center

The Life Crisis Center provides resources to help Lower Shore families stay safe and connected during crises.

“LCC administers multiple programs right here on the Lower Shore, including legal support and court accompaniment services to survivors of domestic violence. There is also an 18-bed safehouse open and available to domestic violence victims and their children,” Director Jerrona Smith said.

Other services include the Lower Shore CASA program, which recruits and trains citizens to advocate in court for abused and neglected children. LCC also serves as the primary 988 Suicide and Crisis Hotline administrator across the Shore.

“Our 24/7 Services Team mans the hotline 24 hours a day, 365 days per year, filtering domestic violence, suicide, and resource support calls,” Smith said. “In addition, LCC employs a staff of licensed counselors that work with victims, children, and the community to explore therapeutic strategies towards recovery.”

More information: lifecrisiscenter.org or 410-749-0771

ACLU of Maryland

The ACLU of Maryland works to build a more just and equitable state through legal action, public policy advocacy and partnerships with directly impacted communities.

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NANTICOKE, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Residents were evacuated Sunday night after smoke filled the halls of a Nanticoke nursing home.

28/22 News spoke with Nanticoke Fire Department Chief Mark Boncal, who confirmed crews were called to the Birchwood Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center on the 300 block of Middle Road in Nanticoke in response to a fire alarm at about 5:45 p.m. Sunday.

The Wright Township Fire Department, Kingston Fire Department, and the Nanticoke Police Department also responded to the incident.

After about 50 people were evacuated from the second floor, firefighters found that a belt seized up on the HVAC unit above the second-floor nurses’ station on the roof, according to Fire Chief Boncal.

Solomon Plains school temporarily closed, no virtual

Fire Chief Boncal says the residents on the first floor sheltered in place until the incident was resolved.

The unit was shut down by fire personnel, but Fire Chief Boncal says the rest of the building is still able to get heat from other units.

There was a light amount of smoke, which crews were able to remove from the building, and residents were allowed to go back in, Fire Chief Boncal explained.

Fire Chief Boncal added that no one was injured from the smoke, crews cleared the scene at just before 7:00 p.m., and there is no further investigation into the incident.

The building’s maintenance was on scene and contacted their HVAC representative to try to make repairs, according to Fire Chief Boncal.

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The Buffalo Bandits were interlocked with their arms draped over their teammates’ shoulders as they christened a third consecutive championship banner to the KeyBank Center rafters.  

Defensively in the second half, the Bandits played like a group ready to chase another trophy. 

Dhane Smith scored a team-high four goals with a game-high eight points, Josh Byrne tallied six points and the Bandits allowed just three goals in the second half en route to a season opening 15-11 win over the Georgia Swarm on Saturday at KeyBank Center.  

Buffalo’s second-half shutdown marked a shift in the game after they’d allowed eight goals in the opening half and trailed 9-8 early in the third period.  

The Bandits allowed just two goals over the final 29:15 and prevented Georgia from scoring for over 14 minutes from the 14:15 mark of the third quarter to the 14:22 mark of the fourth quarter. 

“Defensively, we’re a lot more stingy down there,” head coach John Tavares said. “Didn’t give them as many step-down shots that they had in the first half. [Shayne] Jackson was shooting the ball very well, and he did get one in the second half, but I thought we came out with a little pressure. We made a few adjustments and they seemed to work today.” 

A key piece to the Bandits’ second-half success was also predicated on playing better defensively in transition. Tavares said Buffalo allowed four transition goals in the first half and it became a focus for the final two quarters, which included eight created turnovers and 42 loose ball recoveries.  

The Bandits finished the game with 12 blocked shots, 13 created turnovers and 80 loose ball recoveries. Buffalo held Georgia to 1-for-5 on power-play opportunities including two killed penalties in the fourth quarter.  

Bandits goaltender Matt Vinc shined in the second half with 11 of his 32 saves coming in the fourth quarter. His performance proved pivotal as the Bandits dressed eight defensive players instead of their traditional nine. 

Smith – who along with captain Steve Priolo was joined…

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The closed Nanticoke/West Nanticoke Bridge project is moving out of a technical scoping phase and advancing toward the start of preliminary engineering work, according to the latest Luzerne County update on the project.

The county owns the closed Nanticoke/West Nanticoke Bridge over the Susquehanna River and closed the bridge in March. In August, PennDOT approved Modjeski and Masters Inc., the county council’s selection, as the design firm responsible for determining how to repair, reconstruct or replace the bridge.

The county went through PennDOT’s process to select a design firm, which allows the county to receive $10 million in federal project funding through the state Transportation Improvement Program.

Modjeski and Masters re-submitted a scope and fee plan after receiving comments from PennDOT, Luzerne County and the Federal Highway Administration, the county said in the latest project update on Wednesday. Representatives from the county, PennDOT and the FHA will review the revised information and provide final comments, and that process could take a few weeks.

“If there are no additional comments, the next step in this lengthy process will be to fully execute the agreement between Luzerne County and Modjeski and Masters,” the county said in a news release. “Once the agreement is signed, the first task is for preliminary engineering work to begin. Regular meetings are held between all parties to ensure that this project moves forward in a timely manner.”

On March 20, County Manager Romilda Crocamo closed the bridge after engineers conducting a scheduled routine bridge inspection determined that advanced deterioration and section loss of primary, load-carrying components were critical deficiencies.

The bridge, built in 1914, links Nanticoke City to the West Nanticoke section of Plymouth Twp. The distance between the West Nanticoke/West Nanticoke Bridge and the next-closest bridge over the river, the Route 29 bridge connecting Hanover Twp….

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Transfiguration of Our Lord Christmas fundraiser: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturdays, Nov. 29 and Dec. 6. Church hall of Transfiguration of Our Lord Ukrainian Catholic Church, 240 Center St., Nanticoke. Food sale; church-made pierogis with butter and onions, clam chowder, haluski, whimpies, potato pancakes, etc., to eat in or take out. Also, gently used Christmas trees, lights, ornaments, toys, furniture, garland, blankets, holiday kitchen ware, books, coats, tablecloths, curtains, candles, cards and more for sale. Basket raffle tickets, $5 for 11 chances.

Hunters breakfast at Glen Lyon Legion: RSVP as early as possible; event 3 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 30. American Legion Post 539 Hall, 62 Newport St., Glen Lyon. Cost is $15 per person; includes scrambled eggs, breakfast potatoes, bacon and sausage, buttered biscuits, sausage gravy and baked goods, catered by TND Deserts and More. Call 570-592-4251 for reservations.

Newport Twp. Christmas tree lighting: 4 to 6 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 30. Wanamie Municipal Building. There will be children’s crafts, cookies, hot chocolate and caroling; food trucks available. Santa will arrive on fire truck and he will listen to the children’s Christmas wishes.

West Side Playground bi-monthly bingo: Doors open at 5 p.m.; games begin at 6 p.m. Every first and third Tuesday of the month; next bingo Dec. 2. Association’s hall, 389 W. Grand St., Nanticoke. Two magic numbers. Food, refreshments and door prizes. Non-smoking. Call 570-905-0524 for information.

American Legion bingo: Doors open at 6 p.m.; games start at 7 p.m. Second Wednesday of every month; next bingo Dec. 10. American Legion Post 350, 23 W. Broad St., Nanticoke. Kitchen open 6 to 8:30 p.m.

Food distribution: Newport Twp. Community Organization and the Weinberg Regional Food Bank conduct a monthly food distribution. An outdoor, drive-through distribution takes place from 11 a.m. to noon on the…

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Tunkhannock’s Mackenzie Gregory gets past Lackawanna Trail’s Hannah Phillips during a game on Wednesday, Dec. 11.

More steps forward, that’s what the Tunkhannock Lady Tigers are hoping for in their 2025-26 campaign.

After a 9-14 record last season, the Lady Tigers come into this season still very young, but not short on varsity experience as many seniors have seen the court early on in their careers. Although Tunkhannock has a smaller team than in year’s past, head coach Dan Williams said this is a hard working group of girls who are eager to get better every day.

“These girls have developed a lot of cohesion,” Williams said. “This year we’re planning to play in a way that we’re able to get almost everyone individual time which I think is going to strengthen the unit. The girls have been working really hard, doing a great job and enjoying each other.”

Among the returning players with varsity experience are senior Olivia Williams who will enter her third year as the starting point guard. She provided a steady hand as a ball handler and defender last season, and is looking to become a better all-around player and leader this season.

“I’m trying to be more aggressive and score and drive a little bit more,” Olivia Williams said. “I’ve been playing a long time with these girls and know them all very well. We all love each other so the team chemistry has been very good so far.”

Sophomore Elizabeth Moore will lead the Lady Tigers in the low post. She got her feet wet as a freshmen last year, and really showed some promise as a reserve to leading scorer Lourianna Alston. She’ll…

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Salisbury, MD (November 22, 2025) – Emergency crews responded Friday morning to a rollover crash involving three vehicles at the intersection of Nanticoke Rd and Willow Creek Dr in Salisbury. The crash occurred around 6:59 a.m., leaving at least one person injured and requiring medical attention at the scene.

Responders arrived quickly to secure the area and tend to the injured individual. The nature of the person’s injuries has not been publicly detailed, but the incident prompted an active medical and law enforcement presence due to the rollover and multi-vehicle involvement. One vehicle was reportedly overturned, creating a hazardous situation for both occupants and passing drivers.

The cause of the crash has not yet been released, and officials are continuing their investigation. Nanticoke Rd was partially blocked during the morning commute while crews worked to clear the scene and recover the overturned vehicle.

We extend our best wishes to the individual injured and hope for a full recovery.

Rollover Accidents in Maryland

Rollover crashes are among the most dangerous types of collisions, often resulting in severe injuries due to the violent motion and risk of ejection. In Maryland, intersections like Nanticoke Rd and Willow Creek Dr—especially during early hours—are known to carry a mix of local and regional traffic, increasing the potential for high-impact collisions.

Friday’s three-vehicle crash in Salisbury illustrates how quickly a routine drive can turn into a serious emergency. Factors commonly contributing to rollover accidents include excessive speed, overcorrection, and side-impact collisions, particularly when SUVs or trucks are involved.

Maryland traffic safety officials continue to urge drivers to maintain safe speeds, especially in the early morning when visibility may be low and driver alertness reduced. Defensive driving and allowing greater stopping distance are key to avoiding multi-vehicle incidents in residential and semi-rural areas.

If you or a…

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Thousands of miles of Atlantic shoreline stretch from rocky coves in Maine to sandy beaches in Florida, creating a coastal corridor of working waterfronts, riverfront villages, and barrier-island communities that share a slower pace of life. From the Penobscot River in Maine to the Indian River Lagoon in Florida, many small towns combine lower median home prices with dependable hospitals, walkable historic districts, and everyday essentials such as grocery stores and pharmacies. The following wallet-friendly communities provide coastal settings, practical services, and year-round amenities that support a comfortable seaside lifestyle.

Bangor, Maine

Bangor Opera House in downtown Bangor, Maine. Image credit Wangkun Jia via Shutterstock

Bangor gives retirees a way to enjoy four-season living without the higher housing costs often found along Maine’s immediate coastline. A median home price of around $280,000 keeps the market accessible, and Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center provides comprehensive care close to downtown. Everyday errands stay simple with Hannaford Supermarket, several pharmacies, and year-round clinics throughout the city. Bangor International Airport adds another practical benefit with regional flights for family visits or winter travel.

Fall scenery at Bangor, Maine.

The city supports a steady cultural scene. The Bangor Public Library anchors a historic district with galleries and performance spaces, and the Maine Discovery Museum adds hands-on exhibits that draw residents throughout the year. The Bangor State Fair remains one of the area’s most familiar community events.

Outdoor recreation is easy to reach. The Bangor City Forest holds miles of wooded trails, and the Orono Bog Boardwalk gives a close view of a rare natural landscape. Together, these elements create a balanced retirement setting.

Seaford, Delaware

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Newswatch 16’s Valeria Quiñones was there for all of the fun, where a sense of community is the most important part.

The vibes are high here at Northwest Area High School’s inaugural Regional Life Skills Dance.  

Mary Agnes Kratz is the special education director here at Northwest Area. She says the school’s life skills students always travel elsewhere for regional life skills dances. This year, she wanted to bring the fun home. “I think it’s important for our special students and our regular students to understand community, and to involve themselves in community, and to extend that to others within our area.”

Apart from the dancing, the event includes food, face painting, tattoos, and some fall-themed activities. Hundreds of life skills students from around the region are here, including students from Benton, Berwick, Hanover, Nanticoke, and Millville.

“Out of all of them, I love how everybody does everything. They’re all so different, so nice, everybody is so kind to them. All of that,” says Lucas Evans, a life skills student from Nanticoke High School. 

Volunteers from Northwest Area’s Youth in Philanthropy and Aevidum Club helped organize and put the fun together.

“I just think it’s like very inclusive, and you get to be around this amazing community, and I just love it so much,” says Madison Thomas, Aevidum member at Northwest. 

“To be able to see our kids just giving back to the community, bringing different communities together, students from other schools, an opportunity for them to meet each other and spend a day together. It’s just been awesome,” says Ryan Miner, Northwest Area High School Principal.

Organizers say they hope to expand their invitation list for next year’s Regional Life Skills Dance. 

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