Memorial Day marks the start of the summer season on Delmarva and this year, some major events are celebrating milestone anniversaries.
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As the Chincoteague Pony Swim celebrates its 100th anniversary this summer, town officials have announced updated security measures following online threats mentioned by the mayor.
While the swim didn't kick off until around 12:30 p.m., some people arrived as early as 5 a.m. to get a great spot to catch the action.
The Chincoteague Island Pony Swim is celebrating 99 years of festivities on Wednesday, though there are centuries of history behind the swim from Assateague to Chincoteague Island.
The annual Pony Penning event on Chincoteague Island is here. According to the Chincoteague Chamber of Commerce, the event draws thousands of visitors from around the world, eager to witness the Chincoteague Ponies make their swim from Assateague Island to Chincoteague Island.
The weather may not cooperate for the pony swim in Chincoteague on Wednesday, as showers and some storms are expected. A Yellow alert is in effect Wednesday for possible heavy rain and local flooding.
After being diagnosed in Sept. 2023 with swamp cancer, the Chincoteague Volunteer Fire Company said ponies Martha Lou and Jubilation have been cleared to return to Chincoteague.
Tourism was a big driver for local economies around Assateague Island in 2022. Millions of visitors were drawn to the national seashore there for its diverse recreational activities, contributing to the regional economy and supporting numerous jobs.
A pony that is purchased but stays with the wild horses, also known as a "buy back," is normally auctioned off after the pony swim. However this year the firemen decided to do that early to help a local organization that is special to the 'Misty of Chincoteague' book.
The 98th annual Chincoteague Pony Swim drew crowds from across the country to witness a unique and time-honored tradition on Chincoteague and Assateague islands.