Joe Ciccanti
The Delaware Fire Marshal’s Office continues to聽investigate a residential trailer fire that occurred on January 11th on Mill Park Drive in the Bridgeville area. The damage is Estimated at $50,000. No injuries were reported. According to the Seaford Volunteer Fire Company, all occupants were accounted for and turned over to the Red Cross for temporary…
The Delaware Senate has unanimously passed Senate Bill 27, sponsored by Senator Darius Brown, which formalizes and expands the state鈥檚 Office of New Americans under the Department of State. The legislation builds on the Meyer administration鈥檚 launch of the office in November and is intended to centralize and coordinate services related to immigrant integration, workforce…
Governor Matt Meyer has nominated Jon Sheehan to serve as the next president of the Delaware State Board of Education. Sheehan is a longtime public servant with experience in education policy at both the state and national levels. According to the Governor’s office, he currently serves as interim executive director of the University of Delaware鈥檚…
The U.S. Navy has announced its 2026 Navy Week schedule, and Sussex County, Delaware, will be one of 12 host locations nationwide. Navy Week is set for October 19th through October 25th, 2026, bringing Sailors and Navy outreach events to the area. Navy Weeks are designed to connect communities with the Navy through public events,…
Senator Eric Buckson has introduced Senate Bill 222, a proposed constitutional amendment that would establish term limits for Delaware lawmakers and several statewide offices. The bill would limit state senators to five terms, state representatives to eight terms, and impose two-term limits on the attorney general, insurance commissioner, auditor of accounts, and state treasurer. If…
Delaware State Police have arrested a 41-year-old Milton woman in connection with a robbery at a Lewes Dollar General that occurred yesterday, January 13th. State Police responded to the store at about 7 p.m. The woman is accused of threatening employees implying she had a gun, stealing money, and then fleeing in a blue Ford…
Increased winter home energy costs are putting pressure on families across Delaware and Maryland. As a result, Delmarva Power has announced that an additional $500,000 will be added to the existing Customer Relief Fund supporting residents in both states. Customers in Delaware with gas or electric service can receive up to $300 and customers with…
The Salisbury Zoo聽invites community members to attend a聽public forum at 6 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 28th, at the Parkside High School Auditorium, inviting community members to learn more about the Zoo鈥檚 recent updates, future direction, the AZA reaccreditation process and ongoing work to protect wildlife through education and conservation. This informational and planning-focused meeting will provide…
Maryland Governor Wes Moore outlined his priorities for the 2026 legislative session, focusing on education funding, public safety, housing, public health, and economic development. His agenda includes proposals to expand housing near transit hubs, maintain vaccine access through state-level authority, provide record funding for law enforcement and public schools in the proposed FY 2027 budget,…
UPDATED – 01/12/26 – Milford Police identified the suspect in an attempted burglary of the Del-One Federal Credit Union in Milford last Thursday as 26 year old John Carey, Jr. of Dover. Carey was arrested on Friday and charged with the following offenses: Attempted Burglary 3rd Degree (Felony)聽 Attempted Theft $1500 of Greater (Felony)聽 Criminal…
UPDATE: 4:30 p.m. Paul Butler who is the Director of Communications and Community Outreach for Wicomico County Public Schools tells the Talk of Delmarva that today’s incident involved four students and was handled in under 60 seconds. In Parkside’s message to the parents, the school informed them of an altercation that occurred in one of…
The new year begins with the lowest national average in years at $2.81. The last time the national average for a gallon of regular gas was this low was back in March of 2021. Jana Tidwell, spokesperson for AAA Club Alliance says low crude oil prices, coupled with decreased seasonal demand due to winter weather…
The Cambridge, Maryland Police Department is investigating an incident in which shots were fired. Police were dispatched to Noble Street at approximately 1:35 a.m. on January 4th following reports of multiple shots fired. Officers found multiple spent shell casings for 9mm ammunition on the ground. They also located 4 vehicles that had been damaged from…
Wicomico County has secured multiple funding approvals following action taken by the Maryland Board of Public Works (BPW), providing new investments in environmental protection, recreational facilities, and land preservation. During its January 7th meeting, the Board approved several grant awards benefiting Wicomico County, reflecting continued state partnership in supporting local infrastructure, environmental stewardship, and community…
Delaware State Police have arrested a 59-year-old Dover man for home improvement fraud and felony theft. Beginning in November 2025, troopers began investigating Stephen Kurtz for home improvement fraud. During the investigation, troopers learned that Kurtz had signed a contract with a 64-year-old Rehoboth Beach man in February 2025, to do construction work and received…
Bruce Parsons has retired after more than 25 years of service with the Delaware State Police. Bruce began his career with the DSP on May 1, 2000, as a Telecommunications Specialist at the Sussex County Emergency Operations Center, where he remained throughout his career. He spent his career supporting public safety through emergency communications and…
Governor Wes Moore this morning announced a record $124.1 million in funding to support law enforcement in the governor鈥檚 proposed FY 2027 budget. Governor Moore stated that the proposed funding reflects the administration鈥檚 commitment to improving public safety through a comprehensive approach that supports law enforcement, strengthens communities, and invests in residents. He noted that…
Delaware county and municipal governments, conservation districts and estuary programs can now submit proposals to DNREC to receive matching grants for their surface water project planning. Proposals must be received by 4:30 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 18th. Eligible projects include: Planning, preliminary engineering and feasibility analysis of surface water projects; stormwater retrofits; Green technology practices; Stream…
The Dover Police Department is investigating a burglary that occurred yesterday (Wednesday morning).聽 Dover Police responded to a residence on East Loockerman Street in reference to the burglary complaint. Police say that sometime between 9:29 and 9:49 that morning, a black male entered the home forcefully. Two juveniles were inside. The person who gained entry…
UPDATE: Avelo Airlines has decided to end its involvement in deportation charter flights operated for the U.S. Department of Homeland Security鈥檚 Immigration and Customs Enforcement agency. The airline, which began the flights in May 2025, said the program failed to deliver reliable financial returns and added operational challenges. As the company restructures its business, Avelo…
Dover Police are investigating a shooting that occurred yesterday (Tuesday) evening. Police say the report of the shooting led them to South New Street where officers found a vehicle and a home that were struck by gunfire. Two victims were sitting in the vehicle when the unknown individuals shot at them. One of the victims…
The Caroline County Sheriff’s Office is seeking information regarding a stolen trailer. The value of the trailer was reported to be at $11,230. A representative of the victim reported a black Belmont Flatbed Utility Trailer with Pennsylvania Registration stolen from a job site in the area of Greensboro Road in Greensboro. Deputies responded to Pro…
Today, the State of Delaware has released the聽2025 Climate Action Plan, which is referred to as a practical guide to reduce emissions, strengthen resilience, and secure a safer future for the First State. Governor Matt Meyer said that climate change is already affecting Delaware, causing issues like overwhelmed stormwater systems, hotter urban areas, and frequent…