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2nd Crew of MD Wildland Firefighters in Montana
Maryland’s second crew of wildland firefighters has been mobilized and have been sent to Montana. The crew consists of 14 members of the MD DNR – from the Maryland Forest Service, Park Service and Wildlife and Heritage Service. They join an additional 160 people who have been assigned to the Tenmile Fire for a 14…
Read MoreDSP: Credit card skimmers found throughout Delaware
Delaware State Police warning people about a surge in skimmer devices placed on credit card machines throughout the state. They say identity thieves are placing the devices mainly on ATMs and at Gas Stations. While most of the devices were found upstate, they were also discovered at a few locations in the area: the Royal…
Read MoreTwo Philly Men Arrested for Shoplifting & More after Police Chase
Two suspects who were spotted shoplifting in the Rehoboth are on Sunday were arrested after leading Delaware State Police on a chase. Police spotted their car on Route 1 south of Milton just after 7pm and pulled them over for a traffic stop, but as the Trooper approached the car, the suspects drove off. The…
Read MoreDSP Arrest Man After Assault on Bicyclist West of Rehoboth
A man has been arrested after he was seen by a witness beating a bicyclist with an object in the area of Plantation and Cedar Grove Road Sunday morning. The victim, a 50 year old man from Milton, told Delaware State Police that a white work truck got very close to him and nearly ran…
Read MoreMilford PD Arrest Wanted Fugitive
Milford Police last week learned that a man wanted out of Kent County Superior Court for a violation of probation was staying in Milford. Monday morning the Milford Police Drug Unit with help from the US Marshals First State Task Force located 27 year old Devin Gray of Wilmington at a North Walnut Street residence…
Read MoreDelmarva Power Peak Savings Day Tuesday (8/7) from 1 to 5pm
Delmarva Power customers will have an opportunity to save energy and money by reducing their electric use on August 7 between 1pm and 5pm. An increased demand for electricity throughout the mid-Atlantic region is anticipated for Tuesday. While the region’s power supply is expected to be sufficient to meet high demand, Delmarva Power customers are encouraged to conserve energy…
Read MoreDE Substitute Teacher Charged with Offensive Touching
Laurel Police received a complaint from the mother of a Laurel Middle School student that her child was touched offensively by a substitute teacher during school hours. The investigation by Laurel Police resulted in charges of offensive touching against 45 year old Michael Luciano of Seaford. He was released on $500 unsecure bond and ordered…
Read MoreVehicle Break-Ins and Tires Slashed near Silver Lake
A neighborhood near Silver Lake has had more than its share of vehicle break-ins and related mischief this summer. Resident Rick O’Shea says people are going into unlocked vehicles at night taking spare change, cash and electronics on Robinsons Drive, Terrace Road and Blackstone Avenue. This past week he said he has had cash and…
Read MoreCrash North of Bethany Shuts Down Fred Hudson Road for Over 12 Hours
A crash Saturday morning closed Fred Hudson Road north of Bethany Beach for much of the day while utility crews worked to repair a utility pole and other power connections. Delaware State Police say a Jeep driven by Samuel Geiser was westbound on Fred Hudson Road when his Jeep went off the road and struck…
Read MoreMSP Investigating Hit & Run Crash Near Hebron
Maryland State Police are investigating a hit and run crash on Route 50 at Memory Garden Lane near Hebron that occurred Saturday. Police say the driver of a Honda Odyssey van was westbound on Route 50 and spotted a GMC truck with a ladder rack in the crossover trying to cross onto northbound Memory Garden…
Read MoreRehoboth Commissioner Campaign Takes A Negative Turn
An outraged Gary Glass has been fighting back this past weekend after an anonymous letter was mailed to many Rehoboth Beach registered voters misleading his viewpoints. “An illegal, anonymous campaign letter has been mailed to Rehoboth Beach voters, which makes false statements about me and my positions, and which endorses the other two candidates by…
Read MoreRehoboth Police Looking for Vehicle Involved in Crash
An investigation by Rehoboth Beach Police into a hit and run crash last week on Sussex Street continues. Police believe that around 1:30am on August 1st, a silver Chevy Tracker – possibly model year 2002-2005 struck a parked vehicle on Sussex Street just east of Fourth Street. The parked vehicle sustained extensive damage. Police say…
Read MoreDSP Looking for Man for Multiple Shoplifting Incidents
Your help is needed to help the Delaware State Police find a Millsboro man wanted for multiple shoplifting incidents. Police say that in July, 41 year old Terrence Purnell went into stores in Millsboro, Long Neck and Rehoboth Beach and took merchandise without paying – including Marshall, Giant Grocery Stores and the Weis Store. Purnell…
Read MoreMaryland Revamps Disabled Veteran License Tags
Maryland’s Disabled Veterans license plate has been redesigned! The new plate adds color and prominently features red, white and blue stripes with stars to symbolize service to country. The plate continues to feature the letters ‘DV’ to designate that the driver is a disabled veteran – but “disabled veteran” is also spelled out in red…
Read MoreUPDATED: 3 Vehicle Crash in Whaleyville Leaves 1 Dead, Several Injured
UPDATED: The investigation is continuing, but Maryland State Police say the operator of the Dodge minivan, was traveling eastbound on Whaleyville Road when it crossed over the solid double yellow line, directly into the path of the westbound traveling Altima and Kia. The driver of the Altima, from Illinois, attempted to avoid the head on…
Read MoreBerlin Woman Arrested for Taking Money from Ocean City Church
A Berlin woman has been arrested after officials at St. George Greek Orthodox Church discovered money missing. Ocean City Police met with church officials in May as well as the suspect, 51 year old Teresa Kolacz. With help from the Worcester County State’s Attorney, it was determined that Kolacz stole over $100,000 since June of…
Read MoreSeaford Brothers Receive Prison Sentences for Theft
Two Seaford men have been sentenced for a series of thefts from vehicles a year ago. Officials say 32 year old William Nunemann took firearms, a purse, GPS unit and tools from several cars in Seaford. He pleaded guilty last week and was sentenced to 4 years in prison followed by 6 months of home…
Read More20th Annual Blessing of the Combines in Snow Hill
The 20th Annual Blessing of the Combines will take place Saturday morning in downtown Snow Hill. This honors the agricultural community and Maryland Ag Secretary Joe Bartenfelder will be the keynote speaker. The fun begins at 10am with music and other activities and the Parade of Combines sets off down Route 12 to Green Street…
Read MoreEllendale Woman Charged After Attempted Stabbing
Ellendale Police were called for an attempted stabbing Thursday morning just before noon. Police learned that 26 year old Rose Alexandre threatened to stab her live-in boyfriend with a large kitchen knife. She is charged with 2nd degree reckless endangering and offensive touching. Alexandre is free on bond.
Read MoreMillsboro Woman Charged with Assault after Collision and Fight
A Millsboro woman has been arrested after a domestic incident. Delaware State Police were called to the area of Harbeson and Phillips Branch Roads for a fight. Police found an SUV with substantial damage and a motorcycle on its side and a husband and wife arguing. Police learned that 25 year old Yeiricel Contreras-Garcia collided…
Read MoreUPDATED: Bear Man Flees on Foot after He Flips Chevy Sonic in Downtown Rehoboth
UPDATED 8/3/18 11am – A man from Bear has been arrested after a crash on Olive Avenue in Rehoboth on Wednesday. Rehoboth Beach Police say around 9:30pm 39 year old Justin Anders was driving when his vehicle collided with a parked car and rolled onto its roof. Police say Anders had left the scene –…
Read MoreDART Pass – A New Way to Pay to Travel Delaware
DART Pass is the newest option to pay for your fare – and eliminates the need for a paper ticket or cash. Dart Pass is available on the enhanced free DelDOT app – and will display a digital pass on your phone screen. Fares available for mobile purchase include a one-way ride, reduced fare one-way…
Read MoreWicomico County School Open Houses Set
The new school year is coming soon! Wicomico County Schools will hold open house events the week of Aug. 27 in preparation for the opening of the 2018-2019 school year on Tuesday, Sept. 4, for most students*. Students in grades 1-6 and grade 9 will attend school on Sept. 4. (Exceptions: All grades will attend…
Read MoreTwo Cited in Ocean City for Handing out Handbills
Two employees of a 15th Street Pizza place in Ocean City have been cited for illegally handing out restaurant menus at several hotels in the resort. There is an ordinance in Ocean City that restricts the distribution of advertisements and handbills in the resort. The two employees of White House Pizza were fined $1000 –…
Read MoreAllen Harim Moves to New Corporate HQ in Millsboro
Allen Harim has moved into its new corporate headquarters in Millsboro – at the former Vlasic Pickle plant. The poultry producer has moved its headquarters from Seaford just before the company’s 100th anniversary next year. About 50 people are employed at the new headquarters, there is also a consignment warehouse that stores boxes and other…
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