DOVER, Del., Sept. 21, 2015 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Tidewater Utilities, Inc., recently presented a check from the proceeds raised from its 8th Annual Charitable Golf Tournament to Ronald McDonald House of Delaware (RMHDE). The outing was held at the Heritage Shores Golf Course in Bridgeville, DE on August 10. Tidewater presented a check for $16,200 to RMHDE on September 19, 2015.

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“This was another record breaking year for our tournament in terms of funds raised. We thank all those who supported the outing. We are delighted and honored that the proceeds will help support those children and families who need the services that Ronald McDonald House of Delaware offers,” said Jerry Esposito, President, Tidewater Utilities, Inc.

“We are so thankful to Tidewater Utilities and to those who participated in the Golf Tournament for their generous support. The money raised will help the Ronald McDonald House of Delaware continue to provide a ‘home away from home’ for families with a seriously or chronically ill or injured child receiving medical care at a nearby hospital,” said Pam Cornforth, President and CEO of Ronald McDonald House of Delaware.

Supporters for this year’s tournament consisted of Major Sponsors Sensus, IG Burton Chrysler, Dodge & Jeep, as well as Support Sponsor Harrington Realty.

Tidewater, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Middlesex Water Company (NASDAQ:MSEX), was established in 1964 and provides a wide range of water and wastewater services including consulting, contract operations and maintenance, and bulk water supply. For more information about Tidewater, visit www.tuiwater.com or call 800-523-7224.

Middlesex Water Company, organized in 1897, provides regulated and unregulated water and wastewater utility services in New Jersey, Delaware and Pennsylvania through various subsidiary companies. For additional information regarding Middlesex Water Company visit www.middlesexwater.com or call (732) 634-1500.

CONTACT: Carol Murphy, Tidewater Utilities, Inc.
         [email protected] 302-734-7500   or
         
         Bernadette M. Sohler, Middlesex Water Company
         [email protected] (732) 638-7549