Joe Ciccanti

Delaware State Police Identify Driver in Single Vehicle Car Crash

By Joe Ciccanti / March 15, 2023

The man who died in a car crash outside of Hartly on March 10th has been identified as 22-year-old Denigres Domingo-Domingo of Marydel, Maryland. According to police, he drove at a high rate of speed and failed to negotiate a curve. As a result, the vehicle struck a wooden post next to a private driveway. The…

Deadline End of April for Community Water Project Proposals

By Joe Ciccanti / March 15, 2023

DNREC encourages Delaware non-profit organizations, conservation districts, community organizations and homeowners’ associations to submit water project proposals. The project proposals would then be considered for matching grants funds from DNREC’s Community Water Quality Improvement Grants program. DNREC expects the grant award projects in this cycle to range from $25,000 to $75,000. Community Water Quality Improvement…

Dover PD Selected to be Inaugural Member of the Nation’s First-Ever Law Enforcement-Community Engagement Network

By Joe Ciccanti / March 15, 2023

The Dover Police Department has been selected is among a small group of agencies selected to participate in the nation’s first cohort of the Law Enforcement Community-Engagement Network (LECEN). The 2023 trial cohort will set the stage for the full launch of the full network in the second half of 2023. Its members will offer…

Bill Introduced Expands Definition of “Individuals Experiencing Homelessness”

By Joe Ciccanti / March 15, 2023

State Representative Sean Lynn is sponsoring a bill that amends House Bill 55 regarding homelessness. According to the description, “This Act is the Bill of Rights for Individuals Experiencing Homelessness to ensure that all individuals, regardless of housing status, have equal opportunity to live in decent, safe, sanitary, and healthful accommodations and enjoy equality of…

Governor Carney Orders Lowering of Flags in Memory of State Representative Donna Stone

By Joe Ciccanti / March 15, 2023

Following the passing of Former 32nd District State Representative Donna Stone this month, Governor Carney has ordered the Delaware flag at state buildings and facilities be flown at half-staff until sunset Thursday, March 16th. This is being done in recognition and memory of Representative Stone’s service to the State of Delaware. Governor Carney said he…

Delmarva Chicken Festival to Return for 100-Year Anniversary

By Joe Ciccanti / March 13, 2023

The Delmarva Chicken Festival is coming back–just for this year to celebrate 100 years of chicken. The festival will take place Saturday, October 7th at Arthur W. Perdue Stadium in Salisbury, Maryland from 1 to 7 pm. The event will be free and open to everyone. If anyone is interested in participating in the festival,…

Completion of White Creek Priority Dredging Project Delayed Until Fall, 2023

By Joe Ciccanti / March 9, 2023

Due to contractor delay, the White Creek priority dredging project in Sussex County will not be completed this season. The project was initially scheduled for completion March 31 to comply with existing seasonal dredging restrictions established to protect wildlife and natural resources. Although dredging was scheduled to begin in early 2023 to avoid any conflict…

Residential Structure Fire in Ocean Pines Ruled Accidental

By Joe Ciccanti / March 9, 2023

An investigation into a fire that occurred on Hickory Way in Ocean Pines yesterday shows evidence that the blaze was accidental from improperly discarded smoking materials. The Ocean Pines Volunteer Fire Department responded to the reported fire at 4:49 PM. Upon arrival, crews reported smoke showing from the two-story single-family home and requested assistance from…

Maryland Retains AAA Bond Rating

By Joe Ciccanti / March 9, 2023

Maryland State Treasurer Dereck E. Davis announced today that the three major bond rating agencies have reaffirmed the state’s AAA bond rating and noted a “stable outlook.” Treasurer Davis will preside over his second competitive sale of state General Obligation Bonds on March 15, 2023. Maryland is one of only 13 states to hold the…

60-Year-Old Man Sentenced for Sexual Abuse of Minor and Assaults

By Joe Ciccanti / March 9, 2023

An Associate Judge of the Circuit Court for Wicomico has sentenced 60-year-old Reginald Wallace to 35 years in prison for sexually abusing a minor and assaulting two others. Wallace pleaded guilty on November 16, 2022, to Sexual Abuse of a Minor, Sexual Offense in the Third Degree, and two counts of Assault in the Second…

Delaware Public Service Commission Approves Decrease in Delmarva Power’s Natural Gas Costs

By Joe Ciccanti / March 9, 2023

Heating costs often account for the biggest portion of your utility bill, but some modest help is on the way thanks to the Delaware Public Service Commission’s approval of a 23% decrease in Delmarva Power’s natural gas costs, effective April 1st. Due to a warmer-than-expected winter and lower-than-forecasted natural gas prices over the past several…

Overnight Fire in Preston, MD Under Investigation

By Joe Ciccanti / March 9, 2023

The Maryland State Fire Marshal’s Office is investigating an overnight fire in Preston in Caroline County, Maryland. Fire officials report no deaths or injuries to humans from the blaze, but seven cats and one lamb are unaccounted for at the site. The State Fire Marshal’s office estimates the damage to the wood frame outbuilding to…

Legislation Filed in Delaware Would Require Medicaid to Cover Doulas Services

By Joe Ciccanti / March 8, 2023

With the aim of reducing pregnancy-related complications and health disparities, particularly in Black women, lawmakers in Delaware have filed a bill that would require Medicaid to cover doula services provided to expectant parents beginning next year. House Majority Whip Melissa Minor-Brown is sponsoring House Bill 80, which would require that doula services be covered by…

Increased Police Patrols to be Conducted in Ocean City, MD Due to St. Patrick’s Day Festivities

By Joe Ciccanti / March 8, 2023

If you live in or plan to visit Ocean City, Maryland this week and next, you can expect to see additional Ocean City Police Department officers on patrol, along with Worcester County Sheriff’s Office and Maryland State Police. A collective 84 hours of specialized enforcement will be conducted in the Town of Ocean City from…

Elevated Risk of Fire Spread in Delaware and Maryland Eastern Shore

By Joe Ciccanti / March 8, 2023

The National Weather Service in Mount Holly, New Jersey is issuing a warning about an elevated risk for fire spread this afternoon across much of Delaware and the eastern shore of Maryland. A combination of low relative humidity, a strong northwest wind, and relatively dry fine fuels will contribute to the increased risk. The northwest…

Eighteen Students from Wicomico Public Schools Named Finalists in 2023 Young Authors’ Contest

By Joe Ciccanti / March 8, 2023

After receiving hundreds of submissions from talented writers, the Eastern Shore Literacy Association (ESLA) has announced the finalists in the 2023 Young Authors’ Contest, including 18 students from Wicomico County Public Schools. Placement awards will be announced at the ESLA’s Young Authors’ Award Ceremony, which will take place in Holloway Hall Auditorium at Salisbury University…

Fire at Home in Salisbury Under Investigation

By Joe Ciccanti / March 8, 2023

The Maryland State Fire Marshal’s Office is investigating the cause of a fire that occurred on Hammond Street in Salisbury yesterday afternoon. So far, they know that the blaze started on the back deck of the two story wood frame single family home. No deaths or injuries resulted, but the fire caused thousands of dollars…

Man Sentenced in Connection with Firearm and Drug Trafficking Crimes Faces 25 Years of Incarceration

By Joe Ciccanti / March 8, 2023

Following a two-day trial, a Circuit Court Associate Judge sentenced 31-year-old Kyle Carey to 25 years in prison. Carey’s conviction includes Possession of a Firearm in Relation to a Drug Trafficking Crime, Illegal Possession of a Regulated Firearm, along with drug offenses. Carey will have to serve five years of his sentence without the possibility…

Maryland Lawmakers Propose Legislation to Combat Violent Crime Crisis

By Joe Ciccanti / March 8, 2023

The Joint Republican Caucus in Maryland held a news conference earlier this month to highlight legislation which would help combat Maryland’s violent crime crisis. Maryland Delegate Wayne Hartman (of District 38C–Wicomico and Worcester Counties) tells the Talk of Delmarva 92.7 and 98.5 that one of the key bills that is being proposed is House Bill…

DSP Investigating Hoax Calls Regarding Threat of School Shooter

By Joe Ciccanti / March 2, 2023

The Delaware State Police is investigating threats to multiple schools. Numerous phone calls regarding the threat of an active shooter at various schools throughout the State of Delaware were made to numerous police departments this morning. Similar incidents have been reported outside the State of Delaware. Police say these calls have been determined to be…

UPDATE: Lockdown Lifted: Earlier Threats to Schools Called into Lewes Police Department–Not Credible

By Joe Ciccanti / March 2, 2023

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Changes to SNAP Benefits; Another Way to Receive Assistance

By Joe Ciccanti / March 2, 2023

Given the changes that have gone into effect with the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits, which provided emergency money for food during the COVID-19 pandemic, some may wonder what other options are out there for assistance. State Representative Ruth Briggs-King was on the air with the Talk of Delmarva’s Mike Bradley this week and…

DelDOT Traffic Alerts: Road Closures This Month

By Joe Ciccanti / March 2, 2023

DelDOT Traffic Alert: Road Closure Later This Month in South Bethany Beach Eastbound Jefferson Bridge Road between Route 1 and Pennsylvania Avenue in South Bethany Beach will be closed starting on March 13th and continuing until April 7th, weather permitting. The reason for the planned closure is work that will be done to install sidewalks,…

Delaware State Police Investigating Theft from Midway Speedway Park

By Joe Ciccanti / March 2, 2023

Detectives need your help with identifying these two individuals pictured below. Delaware State Police say a Bullet Go Kart was stolen from the Midway Speedway Park in Rehoboth Beach on January 31st. Anyone with any information should call Detective J. O’Neil of the Troop 4 Criminal Investigations Unit at 302-856-5850. Tips can also be submitted…

Service Academy Information Night March 3rd in Dover

By Joe Ciccanti / March 2, 2023

Middle and high school students interested in learning more about attending U.S. Service Academies will have a chance to attend “Service Academy Information Night” tomorrow night at Delaware Technical Community College’s Terry Campus. The event is from 6 to 8 p.m. This annual information session returns in-person this year after it was held virtually for…