Joe Ciccanti

Burglary at Lincoln Business This Morning

By Joe Ciccanti / December 7, 2022

Delaware State Police need your help to identify a person they are looking for in connection with a burglary that occurred early this morning. Whoever did this broke a window at Wilson’s Auction Sales in Lincoln and stole money from inside the business. If anyone can identify this person, call State Police Trooper T. Wolford…

Parsonsburg, Maryland Man Sentenced on Weapons and Drug Charges

By Joe Ciccanti / December 7, 2022

26-year-old Phillip James Marvel faces years of incarceration after investigators from the Wicomico County Sheriff’s Office searched his home and found various types of controlled dangerous substances as well as a shotgun and ammunition. Investigators also searched his vehicle where they found additional controlled dangerous substances. Marvel pleaded guilty, and the Associate Judge for the…

Police Investigate Burglary at Dover Gas Station

By Joe Ciccanti / December 7, 2022

The alarm sounded at 5:20 this morning at US Gas on Bay Road in Dover. Police responded and found that someone broke the front door with a rock. Whoever did this stole money and $200 worth of merchandise. Police were not able to review any surveillance or obtain a description of the person who broke…

New Water Resources Legislation to Strengthen and Protect Communities

By Joe Ciccanti / December 7, 2022

Efforts to make the community more resilient in handling extreme weather situations are among the benefits of legislation Senator Tom Carper and three other lawmakers have crafted. Carper says the Water Resources Development Act of 2022 better positions the Army Corps of Engineers for flood control, navigation, and ecosystem restoration projects. Joining Carper in this legislation…

Maryland Governor Discusses Economic Growth and Leadership in Innovation at First-Ever World Quantum Congress

By Joe Ciccanti / December 1, 2022

Governor Larry Hogan today addressed the first-ever World Quantum Congress at the Ronald Reagan Building and International Trade Center in Washington, D.C. He discussed the importance of Maryland’s leadership in innovation and new sciences and technologies to address the economic and security challenges the nation faces. The governor encouraged both the region and the United States to…

Salisbury University Adds New HR Management Minor; Announces Increase in Merit Scholarship Funding for Fall, 2023

By Joe Ciccanti / December 1, 2022

A new human resources management minor will be added at Salisbury University scheduled to begin in the fall of 2023. Human Resources is one of the fastest growing–and evolving–fields in the U.S., according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Not every business has a dedicated HR department though, and so rather than relying on non-HR…

Delaware Lawmakers Seek to End State Ban on Direct-to-Consumer Wine Shipping

By Joe Ciccanti / December 1, 2022

Santa won’t be shipping wine to Delaware for at least one more holiday season. State Representative Mike Smith intends to change this with the introduction of a bill in the new 152nd General Assembly… Rep. Smith said his proposal will deal solely with direct-to-consumer (DTC) sales — shipments sent from wineries to the homes of the buyers. …

Cambridge, Maryland Man Convicted of Two Counts of First-Degree Murder After Three-Day Jury Trial

By Joe Ciccanti / December 1, 2022

A 26-year-old Cambridge, Maryland man is in custody pending sentencing stemming from a double murder that occurred in October, 2021. Authorities say Damon Hall is convicted of murdering 42-year old Emmanuel Jones and Jones’ aunt, 51-year-old Patrice Trader–shooting each of them in the head at their home on Martin Street in Salisbury. In addition to…

14-Year-Old Charged as an Adult for Attempted First-Degree Murder After Shooting in Salisbury

By Joe Ciccanti / December 1, 2022

Two individuals including a 14-year-old are in custody after a shooting and attempted first-degree murder on West Road in Salisbury on November 27th. According to the Wicomico County Sheriff’s office, the investigation revealed an open-air style drug dealing that was taking place at the location. A disagreement occurred about the purchase of cocaine which resulted in…

Some Delaware Taxpayers to Save Money from New Tax Deduction Available 

By Joe Ciccanti / December 1, 2022

If you live in Delaware and save for school with the DE529 Education Savings Plan, you may qualify for a new tax deduction on your state returns, thanks to a new law. The deduction will NOT be available for: Tuition in connection with enrollment or attendance at an elementary or secondary public, private, or religious school Individuals with…

Overnight Vehicle Fire in Salisbury; Officials Investigating

By Joe Ciccanti / December 1, 2022

The Maryland State Fire Marshal’s Office is investigating a vehicle fire in Salisbury they say someone started. A neighbor discovered the 2019 Ford Escape on fire after 2 am. The Hebron Volunteer Fire Department responded to the scene on Barton Avenue. Officials have not arrested anyone up to this point in connection with the incident. Anyone…

Police Search of Dover Motel Room Leads to Arrest of Felton Man

By Joe Ciccanti / December 1, 2022

Dover Police have arrested a Felton Man after an administrative search yesterday afternoon at the Relax inn in Dover. As a result of the search, which was conducted on a room associated with 44-year old Willie Wilson, police found 21 grams of crack cocaine, 584 bags of heroin and $959. Wilson was arrested without incident…

2022 Hurricane Season Ends While New Chapter of Potential Coastal Storms Set to Begin

By Joe Ciccanti / December 1, 2022

If you’re wondering what this coming winter will bring, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s seasonal outlook predicts an above-average chance for warmer temperatures in the listening area. Based on this fall’s outlook, forecasters expect a re-emergence of a persistent La Niña weather pattern, which can affect the weather by producing drier and warmer conditions…

Multimedia Fentanyl Awareness Campaign Underway

By Joe Ciccanti / November 30, 2022

New efforts are underway to inform the youth in Delaware about the dangers of fentanyl. According to The Delaware Division of Public Health, the highly addictive synthetic opioid is 50 times more potent than heroin and 100 times more potent than morphine. Fentanyl, which can be found in all 50 states and in any illicit…

Salisbury Police Improve Phone System to Keep Officers and Citizens Safe

By Joe Ciccanti / November 30, 2022

As Salisbury Police look to more effectively handle incoming phone calls, and focus more on the officers’ as well as your safety, they have implemented an automated phone system for non-emergency calls. Starting Monday, December 6th, callers to the Salisbury Police Department’s non-emergency number (410-548-3165) will be presented with menu options that will allow them to reach…

Dover Man Arrested for Attempted Burglary

By Joe Ciccanti / November 30, 2022

A Dover man is in custody after being arrested on attempted burglary, resisting arrest, among other charges. Police say a man identified as 27-year old Dwayne Tate tried to break into a home on South State Street on Monday night. When officers arrived, he tried to run away, at which time the officers used a…

Delaware Business-Related Successes to be Highlighted Next Week at the U.S. Capitol

By Joe Ciccanti / November 30, 2022

An event at the U.S. Capitol next week will bring together close to two dozen Delaware businesses from breweries to restaurants to educational institutions. The purpose of the Annual Taste of Delaware event is to highlight successes in agriculture, small business, and hospitality. Senator Chris Coons will host the event. The organizations scheduled to be…

New Hotline Launched to Protect Vulnerable Adults

By Joe Ciccanti / November 30, 2022

You can now report neglect, abuse, and exploitation much more readily thanks to a new easy-to-remember 24-hour Adult Protective Services hotline. The Delaware Division of Services for Aging and Adults with Physical Disabilities (DSAAPD) announced the launch of the new hotline today, which allows you to make a simple call to connect with free, voluntary…

Twelve Delaware Schools Recognized for Students’ Academic Achievement 

By Joe Ciccanti / November 30, 2022

Twelve schools from across Delaware are being commended for their student’s growth and progress in English language proficiency. Among the school districts recognized include Woodbridge Early Childhood Center, Lewes Elementary School, Laurel Elementary School, and West Seaford Elementary School. Woodbridge Early Childhood Education Center in the Woodbridge School District is one of the schools in…

UPDATED: Delaware DOC Apprehend Offender Who Failed to Return

By Joe Ciccanti / November 24, 2022

UPDATED – 11/24/22 – 10:15am – Corrections officials say that an offender who failed to return to the Sussex Community Corrections Center in Georgetown from an approved work pass on Wednesday has been apprehended. Officials say 30 year old Chandler Griffith of Harrington was found and arrested by the Sussex Escapee Recovery Team on Wednesday.…

Several Arrests Made at Dover Residence

By Joe Ciccanti / November 23, 2022

Dover Police have arrested three teenagers–all of Dover including 19-year-old Unique Trader, 18-year-old Demetric Isabell, and a 17-year-old boy. They were taken into custody on drug and weapons charges. Police also arrested seven others but determined they were not involved and were released without charges. The arrests occurred yesterday afternoon on North Governors Avenue.

Saturation Patrols This Weekend in Maryland

By Joe Ciccanti / November 23, 2022

Maryland State Police are conducting saturation patrols at each of the 23 barracks this weekend with a focus on impaired, aggressive and distracted driving. The efforts started today and will continue through Saturday, Nov. 26. They are setting up patrols in areas known to have a higher number of DUI crashes or arrests. 

Rehoboth Area Road to Close Next Week

By Joe Ciccanti / November 23, 2022

Postal Lane between Coastal Highway and Plantation Road will be closed starting November 30th due to a sewer project. The road will be closed to through traffic until December 2nd. Expect delays and use caution around there during that time. 

DART Bus Thanksgiving Info

By Joe Ciccanti / November 23, 2022

For those who use DART service for transportation, statewide services will not operate on Thanksgiving Day. That applies to both the fixed route and paratransit. DART service will resume regular service on Friday, November 25th.

Delaware Senate Republican Leadership Re-elected

By Joe Ciccanti / November 23, 2022

Members of the Senate Republican Caucus this week selected its leadership heading into the 152nd General Assembly. Senators Gerald Hocker of Ocean View and Brian Pettyjohn of Georgetown were re-elected Republican Leader and Republican Whip, respectively. Senator Hocker will be entering his third General Assembly as the caucus’s leader. Senator Pettyjohn will serve a second consecutive…