Rehoboth Beach Fireworks Sunday Night; Beach Closures Begin at 9am/Roads at 6pm
Tonight’s fireworks in Rehoboth Beach have changed just a little – they will be launched from the beach at New Castle Street, so the beach from south of Philadelphia Street to Stockley will be closed beginning at 9 this morning. The boardwalk from Stockley to Hickman will also be closed beginning at 9 along with…
Read MoreThe Talk of Delmarva Hosts a Debate for the MD House of Delegates District 37B
Mike Bradley, host of the Talk of Delmarva hosted a debate for the Maryland House of Delegates District 37B. The debate featured Nicole Acle vs. Ron James.
Read MoreFire Damages Garage Building In Seaford
A fire swept through a garage building on Virginia Avenue in the area of the Western Sussex Boys and Girls Club. Workers from the nearby Fed Ex facility reported the blaze early Saturday morning, according to the Seaford Volunteer Fire Company. The blaze in the 30-by-30-foot structure was contained with the assistance of firefighters from…
Read MoreGovernor Carney Closes Delaware Schools
Governor John Carney on Friday directed all Delaware public schools close from March 16-27, to allow schools to prepare for potential spread of coronavirus (COVID-19). The following is an excerpt from a letter Governor Carney sent to superintendents and charter school leaders on Friday:  Over the next two weeks, the State of Delaware will work with…
Read MoreUPDATED: Motorcyclist Dies after High-Speed Crash in O.C.
Images courtesy Cesar Campos, Campos Media UPDATE (11 a.m., July 31): Ashley Miller, Ocean City police spokeswoman, says officers had attempted a traffic stop on the motorcyclist in the area of 45th Street, but he fled from officers. She says officers did not chase the motorcycle and lost sight of the biker. At 9:44 p.m., police…
Read MoreExcessive Heat Warning Noon Friday through 10pm Sunday
…EXCESSIVE HEAT WARNING IN EFFECT FROM NOON FRIDAY TO 10 PM EDT SUNDAY… The National Weather Service in Mount Holly has issued an Excessive Heat Warning, which is in effect from noon Friday to 10 PM EDT Sunday. The Excessive Heat Watch is no longer in effect. HEAT INDEX VALUES…100 to 105 on Friday afternoon,…
Read MorePlane Lands in Ocean off 21st Street in Ocean City; Pilot OK
Image courtesy Cesar Campos, Campos Media A small airplane — a Cessna 172RG believed to be used for fish-spotting — landed in the ocean just off 21st Street in Ocean City around 6:10 p.m. The plane and pilot were brought to shore minutes later. The pilot and only occupant was evaluated by EMS but appeared…
Read MoreOfficials Investigate Fish Kill in Frankford
Scientists and officers from DNREC Environmental Crimes Unit investigated a fish kill discovered in Dirickson Creek off Old Mill Bridge Road in Frankford this past Friday. According to Michael Globetti, DNREC spokesman, about 70 common carp ranging in size from 16 to 24 inches, were found dead. He said this fish is considered an invasive…
Read MoreEaston Family Displaced after Attic Fire Thursday Morning
A family is Easton has been displaced after fire heavily damaged a Hawkes Hill Road home Thursday morning. The occupant returned to the home and saw smoke and fire coming from the home and called 9-1-1. Easton firefighters arrived at the scene and two-story single family home with smoke showing. Firefighters say it took nearly…
Read MoreJM Bennett Teacher on Administrative Leave for Failure to Comply with MD Mandatory Child Abuse Reporting Requirements
A teacher at James M. Bennett High School has been placed on administrative leave and is not currently working in Wicomico County Public Schools. Officials report that Ann Schuchart failed to comply with mandatory child abuse reporting requirements under Maryland law. The alleged occurrences of unreported child abuse took place outside the school setting, unrelated…
Read MoreUPDATED: Driving North? New Electronic Speed Safety Area on NB I-95 Starts Assessing Fines Sat, May 23
UPDATED – 05/22/26 – If you’re driving in New Castle County – a warning! The warning period for an Electronic Speed camera that has been in place on northbound I-95 in the Churchmans Marsh work zone is active beginning Saturday, May 23rd – with fines being assessed. Fines are $20 and an additional amount added…
Read MoreDNREC Debuts New Larger Pool at Killens Pond Waterpark
The new main pool at the Killens Park Waterpark in Felton opens Saturday, May 23! The new pool is larger and has more features for visitors. There is better visibility for lifeguards – and the pool has more efficient filtration. Swimmers will find two spray features and a series of lily pads and is open…
Read MoreDSP Investigating a Fatal Shooting near the Concord Pond Boat Ramp Thursday Night
A call for a vehicle crash Thursday night is now a homicide investigation. Delaware State Police were called just before 9 to German Road east of Seaford where they found the driver of the vehicle – a 17 year old Laurel man – with an apparent gunshot wound and began lifesaving efforts. The victim was…
Read MoreDE & MD Receiving BEACH Act Grant Funding for Water Quality Monitoring from EPA
The EPA has announced $944,000 in grant funding to monitor water quality at beaches for Delaware, Maryland, Pennsylvania and Virginia. The monitoring also includes public notification of elevated levels of bacteria that makes swimming unsafe. The funding comes from the Beaches Environmental Assessment and coastal Health (BEACH) Act. Delaware will receive $209,000 and Maryland will…
Read MoreUnemployment in DE & Sussex County Lower in April
Unemployment in April fell a tenth of a percent from 5.4% in March to 5.3% in April while the national level remained the same at 4.3%. In Sussex County unemployment fell from 5.3% in March to 4.9% in April. The Department of Labor shows there were 27,100 unemployed Delawareans in April 2026 compared to 22,900…
Read MoreUPDATED: DSP Identify Victim in Early Wednesday Morning Fatal Motorcycle Crash
UPDATED – 05/22/26 – Delaware State Police has identified 56-year-old Robert Riden of Frankford as the man who died in a fatal motorcycle crash on Lighthouse Road in Selbyville on Wednesday ============================================================================= ORIGINAL STORY – 05/20/26 – A Frankford man is dead after motorcycle crash on Route 54 east of Selbyville. Delaware State Police were…
Read MoreSussex County DUI Checkpoint Friday Postponed
The Delaware Office of Highway Safety and law enforcement across Delaware have postponed a DUI checkpoint originally scheduled for tonight in Sussex County because of the expected inclement weather. This is for the safety of both law enforcement officers and motorists – however this DUI checkpoint will be rescheduled.
Read MoreSalisbury City Offices Closed on Monday, May 25 for Memorial Day
The City of Salisbury offices will be closed on Monday, May 25, 2026, in observance of Memorial Day.  Trash collection scheduled for Monday will take place on Tuesday, May 26. The City Council meeting will be held on Tuesday, May 26, instead of Monday, May 25, due to the holiday.
Read MoreSussex County Memorial Day Service on The Circle in Georgetown – Sunday, May 24
The traditional Sussex County Memorial Day Service will be held on The Circle in Georgetown, Sunday, May 24th at 1:30pm sponsored by the Georgetown Kiwanis Club and the Korean War Veterans Association. The Keynote speech “Community Service” will be delivered by retired Lieutenant Colonel John Fisher, US Amy. A Blue Hen graduate from Seaford, he…
Read MoreDART Services – Memorial Day / Sussex County Beach Bus & Route 305 Will Operate
DART will offer bus service in New Castle County on Routes 2, 4, 5, 6, 9, 13, 15, 33, 40, 64; all routes will operate a Sunday schedule. Paratransit service will operate complimentary ADA-only service. In Sussex County, the Beach Bus services and Route 305 will operate on Memorial Day, with Paratransit operating complimentary ADA-only service. All other DART…
Read MoreTalk of Delmarva Fishing Report 05/22/26
User 284190339 · 05-22-26 Fishing Report Thursday saw much cooler temperatures, but the wind stayed high, just out of a different direction. Patty at Captain Bones in Odessa said white perch, catfish and striped bass in a variety of sizes have been caught from shore from Augustine Beach down to Woodland Beach and from the…
Read MoreTalk of Delmarva Picture of the Day
Margaret May – Lewes – Delaware’s Tall Ship, the Kalmar Nyckel – at the Cape May-Lewes Ferry Terminal at sunset. Click for full view
Read More2026 MEMORIAL DAY EVENTS
 2026 MEMORIAL DAY EVENTS Fri, May 22 – Fenwick Island – 5:30pm – Memorial Day Ceremony at Town Park. Reflections from the Delmarva Leathernecks Foundation, patriotic songs by the Phillip C. Showell Elementary School chorus, and a trumpet performance of “Taps. UPDATE: Due to the forecast weather, we will be relocating our Memorial Day…
Read MoreMemorial Day Weekend Gas Prices Reach Four-Year Highs
As holiday travelers start hitting the road today in record numbers, Memorial Day weekend gas prices are the highest they’ve been in four years. AAA reports that the national average for a gallon of regular is at $4.56, up 3 cents over last week and $1.38 higher than this time last year. Current prices are…
Read MoreWoman Sentenced Following Large-Scale Animal Cruelty Investigation in Worcester County
A Worcester County Sheriff’s Office investigation that began with the seizure of 57 dogs and 9 cats from a Snow Hill home in June 2025 has resulted in a conviction. Authorities said the animals were found in overcrowded, unsanitary conditions and many suffered from serious medical issues. On May 21st, 2026, Patricia Gadaleta was found…
Read MoreAdministrative Changes Announced at Worcester County Board of Education Meeting
The Worcester County Public Schools Board of Education announced several school leadership appointments and transfers during today’s meeting, with all changes taking effect July 1st, 2026. The moves include new and returning assistant principals, as well as administrative transfers across multiple schools in the district, as officials say the changes are aimed at strengthening school…
Read MoreLegislation Crafted in Delaware to Allow Voters to Approve Constitutional Amendments
Delaware voters would have the opportunity to directly vote on proposed amendments to the state’s constitution under new legislation filed on Thursday. House Bill 440, sponsored by Representative Kerri Evelyn Harris and Senator Kyra Hoffner, is the first leg of an amendment to the Delaware Constitution that would create a framework for the General Assembly…
Read MoreGovernor Meyer Announces the Launch of a Federal Misconduct Reporting Form to Support Immigrant Communities
The Delaware Office of New Americans, in partnership with the Delaware Department of Justice and the Governor’s Office, has launched a new Federal Misconduct Reporting Form intended to allow residents to document and report concerns involving interactions with federal immigration enforcement and other federal authorities. State officials say the online tool is designed to improve…
Read MoreRichardson Maritime Museum Awarded $380,000 in State Funding to Support Purchase of Historic Campus
The Richardson Maritime Museum in Cambridge has been awarded $380,000 in state funding through Maryland’s 2026 legislative session to help purchase its historic campus on Hayward Street. Museum leaders say the funding marks a major step toward securing permanent ownership of the property and advancing long-term goals for maritime preservation, education, and community programming in…
Read MorePrimary Election Party Change Deadline is Friday, May 29th
The Delaware Department of Elections (DOE) has announced that the party change deadline for the September 15th, 2026 Primary Election is Friday, May 29th, at 11:59 p.m., pursuant to Delaware law, (15 Del. C. § 2049(a)). Election officials say Delaware is a Closed Primary State, meaning that voters must be registered with the Democratic or Republican party in…
Read More2026 Millsboro Concerts in Cupola Park
Spring Stopover Puts Delaware at Center of Annual Shorebird Migration Phenomenon
Each May, thousands of migratory shorebirds stop along Delaware Bay to feed on horseshoe crab eggs before continuing to their Arctic breeding grounds, making the Delaware Bayshore a key stop in their journey. As more of the birds join in the migratory spectacle over the next two weeks on the Delaware Bayshore, and with species…
Read MoreDOJ Obtains Lengthy Sentence in 2024 Domestic Violence Case
A Millsboro man has been sentenced to 25 years in prison followed by4 ½ years of probation for his role in a brutal assault that occurred in August of 2024. The sentencing on May 7th follows Jeremy Powell’s convictions on charges of Assault First Degree, Possession of a Deadly Weapon During the Commission of a…
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