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UPDATE — 02/05/26: Wicomico County Sheriff Mike Lewis says a woman has turned herself in following a hit-and-run crash in Salisbury that involved a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agent. The incident occurred Tuesday when a passing vehicle struck the agent. Deputies extensively interviewed the woman, reviewed video evidence, and examined her cell phone…
Several Delaware schools are being recognized for strong academic performance and progress in closing achievement gaps. The Christina School District earned national recognition, with Albert H. Jones Elementary named a National ESEA Distinguished School for exceptional student performance, and William B. Keene Elementary honored for closing the achievement gap. In Sussex County, Frederick Douglass Elementary…
State Senator Eric Buckson is leading a statewide discussion on how Delaware measures high school success, questioning the SAT’s role as the primary measure of school performance and student proficiency. A former public educator and coach at Polytech High School, Buckson says the SAT has value for college-bound students but was never designed to measure…
Maryland farms could soon be allowed to expand on-farm food service operations under new legislation designed to create economic opportunities and add value for local communities. The proposal, introduced by the Maryland Department of Health in coordination with the Departments of Agriculture and the Environment, would streamline food licensing by creating a new, renewable one-year…
As football fans look forward to the big game, Super Bowl Sunday is consistently one of the deadliest days for drunk driving in the United States, with approximately 45% of all traffic fatalities on game day involving alcohol-impaired drivers, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). AAA and Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD)…
From now through Super Bowl Sunday, the Food Bank of Delaware is collecting canned soup as part of its fourth annual SOUPer Bowl food drive. Food Bank President and CEO Cathy Kanefsky says the drive gives the community an easy way to turn Super Bowl excitement into meaningful support for Delaware families facing hunger. Donations…
Maryland has received federal approval to expand high-speed internet access statewide. According to the Office of Governor Wes Moore, the approval specifically applies to the State’s Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment (BEAD) plan, and provides $79.1 million in funding, which will support the Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development’s Connect Maryland initiative. State officials…
The Delaware Division of Small Business will open applications February 20th for the Delaware Grocery Initiative and First State Food System Program, which aims to expand access to healthy, affordable food in food deserts and at-risk areas statewide. The program offers $700,000 in grant funding for Delaware farmers, independent and community grocery retailers, food banks,…
Law enforcement has given the all-clear at Dover High School and Kent County Secondary ILC following an investigation into multiple bomb threats early this morning that disrupted school transportation and operations in the Capital School District. Earlier today, the district implemented a two-hour delay for students in grades 1 through 8 after the threats prompted…
A record 992 hunters applied for 540 available State Wildlife Area turkey hunting permits ahead of the upcoming spring season. The Wildlife Section conducted the annual lottery January 21st, covering all 19 state wildlife areas and Delaware’s two national wildlife refuges—Bombay Hook and Prime Hook. Permits are valid for one of four season segments, with the spring turkey…
A fire that occurred late last night at a two-story, single-family home on Almshouse Road in Oxford, Talbot County is under investigation. The house was vacant at the time of the fire. A neighbor called 911. No injuries were reported. The total estimated loss is $100,000. Anyone with information regarding this fire should contact the…
UPDATE: 01/29/26–11:00 PM Runways 04/22 and 15/33 are open. As always, check NOTAMs for the most current information. Use extra caution around the drive-through gates due to ice. T-Hangars: Several T-Hangars remain inaccessible and hazardous with several inches of ice on the ground and ice sliding off the roofs, blocking doors. Expect full access sometime…
Delaware Governor Matt Meyer today presented his Fiscal Year 2027 proposed budget. He outlined the priorities in expenditures… Director of the Office of Management and Budget –Brian Maxwell says the FY 2027 recommended budget is nearly $6.94 billion, with 4.99% budget growth. The budget allocates $85.5 million in the Grant-in-Aid Bill, while the Capital Budget…
Another winter storm is on the way for late Saturday and Sunday on Delmarva. AccuWeather Meteorologist Joe Lundberg tells the Talk of Delmarva’s Mike Bradley that there is still uncertainty on the exact track and snowfall amounts, but the southern and eastern parts of Delmarva will likely see accumulating snow while areas to the north…
Delaware electric customers could receive direct bill rebates under a revised proposal from State Senator Gerald Hocker that would return certain revenues generated through the Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative (RGGI) to ratepayers. Senate Substitute 1 for Senate Bill 64 would preserve existing funding for energy efficiency, low-income assistance, and greenhouse gas reduction programs, while directing…
AAA emergency roadside crews have been busy since last weekend’s winter storm brought travel to a standstill across the state. AAA says battery-related calls surged as cold temperatures moved in ahead of the snow, followed by a spike in snow extractions as ice and heavy snowfall spread across the area. As conditions improved early this…
Delaware State Police are investigating an armed robbery that occurred Tuesday night at a smoke shop in Dover. Police say that on January 27th at about 10:00 PM, troopers were dispatched to the New York Smoke Shop on North Dupont Highway. They learned that two males armed with hatchets, entered the business and demanded the…
Over the past week, there have been a number of fire, hazardous materials, and injury-related incidents across Worcester County. Several of these incidents occurred during challenging weather conditions and required significant coordination and extended operations. The Worcester County Fire Marshal’s Office worked alongside local fire companies, EMS, law enforcement, and emergency management partners in response…
Governor Moore Launches $5 Million Incentive Program to Expand Maryland’s Apprenticeship Workforce
Governor Wes Moore today announced the launch of the Maryland Apprenticeship Incentive Program, a new $5 million initiative to help employers—including small businesses—hire and train registered apprentices. The initiative is the latest action taken under Governor Moore to grow the state’s workforce and unlock economic opportunity for Marylanders through registered apprenticeship programs. Governor Moore said…
Sussex Technical High School has received an Innovation Grant from the Delaware Department of Education to support the integration of Geographic Information Systems, or GIS, into its Plant Science and Natural Resource Management program. School officials say the technology will be embedded into coursework, giving students hands-on experience with data mapping, land-use planning, and environmental…
The Delaware General Assembly has acted on special legislation that cuts Fiscal Year 2026 state spending by 1% to alleviate any budgetary shortfall and avoid unnecessary tax law changes that damage the state’s long-term finances. House Bill 282–sponsored by State Representative Jeff Hilovsky–was Introduced and Assigned to the Administration Committee in the House yesterday. Typically, the Committee Hearing takes…
The Delaware Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV) is updating its operational hours to better serve both customers and employees. Effective Monday, February 2, 2026, DMV will close to the public 30 minutes earlier to allow sufficient time for end-of-day processing and other required procedures. The updated hours are as follows: Monday 8:00 AM – 4:00…
Delaware State Police arrested a Georgetown woman after a pursuit in the Long Neck area Monday afternoon. Police say that at about 4:00 PM on January 26th, a member of the Sussex County Governor’s Task Force saw a Ford F-150 almost collide with another vehicle at the intersection while traveling eastbound on John J. Williams…