Officials counted 79 horses on the island, up from 73 a year prior, and closer to the population goal range of 80 to 100.

While enjoying a day at Assateague Island beach, located off the coast of Maryland, an older man in a Speedo decided he would attempt to pet a wild horse that was roaming the area, despite signs ...

A “credible threat” means the 100th annual wild pony swim will feature tightened security, a depressing sign of the times.

"We really need this." The "pony ambulance" allows them to reach ponies in need faster and helps volunteers navigate the challenging terrain of Assateague Island on rescue missions. Leonard said ...

Chincoteague Mayor Denise Bowden was seriously hurt during the Spring Roundup of the Chincoteague ponies Friday, according to ...

CHINCOTEAGUE, Va. — The Mayor of Chincoteague is recovering from surgery after sustaining injuries while letting horses out ...

Chincoteague Mayor Denise Bowden was severely injured while letting a herd of horses out of a corral on Friday.