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The Ocean City Police Department has been informed that Corporal Benjamin Berry is involved in an investigation being handled by the Delaware State Police. Corporal Benjamin Berry was placed on administrative leave with pay for an unrelated internal matter at the beginning of June. Upon learning of the Delaware State Police’s Investigation, a second administrative…
With yet another heat wave blanketing the area, Delmarva Power is advising customers about their voluntary energy-efficiency programs, including Energy Wise Rewards, which helped reduce electricity demand during the Fourth of July heat wave. Senior Communications Specialist for Delmarva Power, Mary Oakey tells the Talk of Delmarva about this option for customers… She adds that…
Governor Wes Moore has announced that twenty-four public boating projects across Maryland will receive $20 million in state funding to support new and improved boating access, dredging of navigable waterways, boating safety, and other infrastructure initiatives. The Maryland Department of Natural Resources will provide the Fiscal Year 2027 funding, which includes $13 million from the…
The Delaware Office of Highway Safety (OHS) has announced the results of a Driving Under the Influence (DUI) Checkpoint held on Friday, July 10th in Sussex County. The chekpoint was conducted in partnership with the Delaware State police and local law enforcement agencies across the state. A total of 983 vehicles passed through the checkpoint,…
Choptank Electric Cooperative has issued a Beat the Peak Alert for Tuesday, July 14th between 4 and 6pm as high temperatures are expected to push our peak energy use over the top today. Please conserve energy now to keep costs lower! Close your drapes and blinds to block heat from the sun during the hottest…
UPDATED – 07/10/26 – A Dover man has been arrested by Dover Police in connection with a shooting on April 8th that injured 3 on North Governors Avenue. Investigation into the shooting identified 23 year old Deivin Trower of Dover as the suspect and warrants were obtained for his arrest on June 26th. On…
Gas prices are going up again, as the future of the ceasefire between the U.S. and Iran remains uncertain. AAA reports that the national average for a gallon of regular gasoline went up 5 cents overnight to $3.84 after steadily dropping since late May. Crude oil prices are currently in the $70 per barrel range…
A 38-year-old Dover man has been sentenced to 147 months in federal prison for drug trafficking and possessing a firearm in connection with drug dealing. U.S. District Judge Jennifer L. Hall imposed the sentence. Prosecutors say Kyle Scott, who had previously been convicted of drug dealing, was investigated after law enforcement received reports he was…
The Somerset County Sheriff’s Office and Somerset County Emergency Medical Services have partnered to equip every sheriff’s patrol vehicle with an automated external defibrillator (AED) through a grant from the Somerset County Health Department. Deputies will receive AED training, allowing them to begin lifesaving care during cardiac emergencies before EMS personnel arrive. Additional Information:
Attorney General Kathy Jennings announced Delaware has joined a $45 million multistate settlement with Block Inc., the company behind Cash App, over allegations it misled consumers about the app’s safety and failed to protect users from fraud. Delaware will receive more than $314,000 for its Consumer Protection Fund. The settlement requires Block to improve fraud…
Chesapeake Utilities is currently working to repair gas lines exposed to water infiltration on the Western Side of Snow Hill. Town Officials say temporary lane closures are expected, with an emphasis on Church Street, in the affected areas. The company will perform vapor mitigation, including burning off excess gas from the lines to complete repairs.…
Delaware state employees will soon be automatically enrolled in the Delaware DEFER retirement savings program under legislation recently passed by the General Assembly. The new law creates automatic enrollment in the state’s 457(b) deferred compensation plan for new hires, while still allowing employees to change their contribution rate or opt out. State Treasurer Colleen Davis…
The Maryland Department of Natural Resources has officially recognized Cooper Clark of Ocean City as the new state record holder for false albacore (Euthynnus alletteratus) in the Atlantic Division. Clark’s 28.2-pound catch surpasses the previous record of 26.0 pounds that was set in July 2025, just eight days after the record fell for the first…
The Talk of Delmarva has learned that at about 1:40 p.m. yesterday, July 7th, Delaware State Police say troopers and DNREC Police responded to Holland Glade Road near Sandalwood Drive in Rehoboth Beach after a body was found in a wooded area. The investigation remains ongoing and currently does not appear to be suspicious. The…
A straw bale fire that occurred yesterday evening, July 7th, on George Riggins Road in Westover, Somerset County, is under investigation. The pile of 700 straw bales was found ablaze at around 8:25 PM. The estimated monetary loss is $50,000. No injuries were reported.
Delaware Natural Resources Police say a 13-year-old boy has been arrested for stealing a vehicle from Delaware Seashore State Park and leading officers on a pursuit shortly before 2:00 Monday morning. Police say the chase traveled north on Coastal Highway through several jurisdictions before ending when officers deployed stop sticks. The juvenile fled on foot,…
Two people were killed in two separate vehicle crashes on Maryland’s Eastern Shore over the Fourth of July weekend. The first crash happened around 10:15 p.m. on July 3rd on eastbound U.S. Route 50 at Mt. Holly Road near Easton. Police say 43-year-old James Demby of Cambridge was killed in a three-vehicle crash. Four others,…
Governor Wes Moore announced the Maryland Energy Administration—joined by the Public Service Commission and Office of People’s Counsel— has filed a complaint with the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission seeking to end a utility surcharge that state officials say costs Maryland ratepayers tens of millions of dollars. The complaint challenges fees paid to utilities for participating in…
As millions of drivers fill up and hit the road for the long Independence Day weekend, they’re getting a break at the pump. AAA reports that the national average is down nearly 50 cents from a month ago at $3.83 for a gallon of regular gasoline. While that number is higher than last year, it’s…
With temperatures expected to climb above 100 degrees this afternoon, Delaware Electric Cooperative has issued a Beat the Peak alert from 4-7 PM. Choptank Electric Cooperative’s Beat the Peak period of from 3 -6 PM. You are asked to do your part to conserve energy during those hours.