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Misty's Red Dawn - Chincoteague Royalty

By Tiffany Amber StocktonIt's no secret that I have a rather big passion for the ponies on Assateague Island just off the Eastern Shore of Virginia. This year marks the 79th anniversary of the year Misty of Chincoteague (the novel) was published. It's also the 100th annual Pony Penning Day, but I'll cover that in the near future.If you missed last month's post, you can view it here.A Chincoteague Legacy Lives OnWhat would Chincoteague Island be …See the Story

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Two Eastern Shore establishments to be featured on America’s Best Restaurants Roadshow

Two local Eastern Shore dining destinations—Bill’s Prime Seafood & Steaks and The Harbor’s End Seafood Restaurant—will be featured this April on America’s Best Restaurants (ABR), a national media company that showcases standout, independently owned eateries across the country. Filming is set for Thursday, April 17, 2025, with Bill’s Prime Seafood & Steaks in Chincoteague being filmed from 9 a.m. to noon, followed by The Harbor’s End in Greenback…See the Story

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Chincoteague Tightens Rules for Pony Swim - The Southern Maryland Chronicle

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CHINCOTEAGUE, Va. — The Town of Chincoteague has introduced strict security measures for the 100th annual Pony Swim, Penning, and Auction, scheduled for July 28 to August 1, 2025, following an online threat received in January. Town officials, citing safety concerns, will ban coolers, umbrellas, glass containers, and non-clear bags or backpacks at designated event venues, though clear bags and small clutch purses will be permitted.The threat, de…See the Story

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Chincoteague Vol Fire Company raises money for new Pony Management Vehicle

The Chincoteague Volunteer Fire Company has successfully reached its fundraising goal to acquire a new side-by-side vehicle, which is essential for its ongoing pony rescue and management efforts. The campaign raised a total of $24,819, exceeding the initial target of $24,150. The fire company utilizes its current Polaris vehicle for a variety of critical operations on Assateague Island, including pony ...See the Story

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Threats lead to new Chincoteague Pony Drive regulations

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CHINCOTEAGUE, Va. (WFXR) -- In response to an online threat, the Town of Chincoteague is issuing news rules and regulations for people living on or visiting the island during the annual pony swim, penning, and auction. While details of the threat, which was received online in January, have not been released, town leaders are taking it seriously. Because of that, when the event is held during the last week of July, visitors will be prohibited fro…See the Story

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Online Threats Spur New Security Measures for 100th Chincoteague Pony Swim

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The Town of Chincoteague has announced new security measures for the island’s 100th Pony Penning Week slated for this summer.See the Story

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Broadwater and Chincoteague battle to 15–15 tie; Lady Vikings roll to 13–0 softball win

BaseballThe Broadwater Vikings traveled to face the Chincoteague Ponies on Wednesday afternoon. The game ended in a 15–15 tie after nine innings, called due to darkness. Both teams used multiple pitchers throughout the contest. The Vikings had a strong offensive showing with 17 hits. Eli Destro led the way, going 4-for-4 with a home run. Owen Pruitt and Bennit Custis ...See the Story

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Community Contributions Fund New Chincoteague "Pony Ambulance"

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The Chincoteague Volunteer Fire Company successfully met its fundraising goal thanks to generous community support.See the Story