Joe Ciccanti
Governor Matt Meyer, and the Delaware Division of Small Business (DSB) have announced the winners of the EDGE 2.0 Grant Competition. EDGE, the Division’s flagship pitch and funding competition, stands for Encouraging Development, Growth and Expansion. Seven awards totaling an enhanced allocation of $1.15M dollars, were presented to Delaware small businesses in a ceremony at…
The bipartisan Special Committees formed by the Senate and House Democratic leadership to investigate Delaware’s recent statewide property reassessment has finalized its schedule for the remaining three hearings to be held at Legislative Hall this fall: Wednesday, November 19, 2025 9:30 a.m. in the Senate Chamber Topic: Updates from New Castle County Tuesday,…
The Delaware State Police have arrested a 55-year-old Bridgeville man for felony firearms offenses, following an investigation of him possessing firearms as a person prohibited. According to State Police, on November 6th members of the Delaware State Police Firearms Transaction and Purchasing Unit and the Delaware State Police Special Operations Response Team, investigated a residence…
Governor Matt Meyer announced that Delaware has applied for up to $1 billion from the Rural Health Transformation Program to expand healthcare access, lower costs, and strengthen the workforce in rural Kent and Sussex counties, home to nearly 40% of the state’s population. The proposal includes establishing a four-year medical school, two Hope Center-style integrated…
Delaware State Police have arrested 19-year-old Dylan Charles and 22-year-old Quincey Thomas, both of Wilmington, following a home invasion-robbery in Felton on November 11th. The individuals are known to a teen male who lives in the home. Once inside, Charles and Thomas confronted the teen, demanded money, and threatened him with a handgun. The female…
U.S. Senators Lisa Blunt Rochester, Peter Welch of Vermont and Susan Collins of Maine have reintroduced the Farm to School Act, bipartisan legislation with the goal of getting more fresh, locally grown foods in schools across the nation. The Senators’ legislation would increase annual funding for the program, reduce barriers to applying for Farm to…
The Dover Police Department is investigating a shooting that occurred on Tuesday evening. Around 5:42 p.m., Dover Police responded to the area of New Castle Avenue and Kent Avenue for the report of the shots fired. Police learned that the victim was driving in the alley between New Castle Avenue and Kent Avenue when someone…
Easton, Maryland Police have arrested a Camden, Delaware man for stealing over $2,000 in merchandise. On November 2nd, police responded to Walmart for a report of a suspicious person suspected of theft. When officers arrived, they saw the individual–identified as 51-year-old Joshua Medler running through the parking lot toward Dover Road. Through the investigation, police…
Governor Wes Moore has signed an executive order formally establishing the Maryland Horse Industry Strategic Plan to guide the future of Maryland’s $2.9 billion equine sector. The initiative marks a historic step toward unifying the state’s diverse horse community under a single, coordinated vision for growth, sustainability, and collaboration. Governor Moore says Maryland’s horse industry…
Dover Police have arrested two teenagers from Dover, on firearm charges following a traffic stop on Wednesday evening. At about 5:18 p.m., Dover Police Department’s Street Crimes Unit and Delaware Probation and Parole conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle in the area of North DuPont Highway and Townsend Boulevard for traffic offenses. As a…
Through follow up investigation, Deputy State Fire Marshals have determined that the chicken house fire that occurred on November 4th on Cokesbury Road in Rhodesdale was the result of arson. Investigators have gathered evidence that the blaze that occurred at the 500′ by 40′ chicken house at that location was intentionally set. The 2 alarm…
Forecasters are warning the public about an elevated risk of fire spread today across Delaware, the Eastern Shore of Maryland, and eastern Pennsylvania, according to the National Weather Service. Dry northwest winds of 10 to 15 miles per hour, with gusts up to 30, and low humidity levels between 30 and 40 percent could cause…
UPDATE: The Gold Alert for Larry Harrah, issued by DSP Troop 7, has been canceled. Larry has been found. Original Post: Delaware State Police Troop 7 has issued a Gold Alert for 73-year-old Larry Harrah of Lewes. Larry was last seen in the area of Wil King Road in Lewes around 10:00 a.m. on…
Democrat lawmakers have introduced legislation that would immediately address what they say is a projected $400 million budget shortfall caused by recent federal tax code changes under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA). Sponsored by Representative Kerri Evelyn Harris and Senator Bryan Townsend, House Bill 255 would separate Delaware’s tax code from certain parts…
In Milton, a 26-year-old passenger in a vehicle was arrested for Disorderly Conduct and Resisting Arrest following a traffic stop. Milton Police say an officer witnessed the vehicle fail to use a turn signal at the intersection of Union Street and Federal Street around 9 p.m. on October 30th. Police say during the stop, the…
A new report from the American Lung Association highlights both progress and challenges in Maryland’s and Delaware’s fight against lung cancer. The 2025 State of Lung Cancer report shows that lung cancer remains the leading cause of cancer deaths in both states and across the nation. Maryland ranks among the top states for surgical treatment…
With the holiday travel season on the horizon and many people planning trips, air travel is expected to face significant issues due to a combination of factors. Those factors include record-breaking passenger numbers, staffing shortages among air traffic controllers caused by a government shutdown, and potential weather disruptions. As a result, increased delays and cancellations…
If you are in need of food assistance, the Food Bank of Delaware will hold a series of three mass drive-thru distributions in each county later this month. These distributions are open to those who live in Delaware. You’ll need to bring proof that you live in Delaware (utility bill, rental agreement, Delaware ID, etc.).…
Many airlines have begun adopting a new fare pricing system known as the New Distribution Capability (NDC), developed by the International Air Transport Association (IATA). This technology enables dynamic pricing, allowing ticket costs to fluctuate frequently and vary by search location. As a result, traditional patterns of discounted fares are becoming less reliable. According…
UPDATE: The Delaware Chancery Court’s decision was to uphold the proposed two-tier system of property taxation. Additional Information and Statements: from Legislative Hall: Chancery Upholds House Bill 242 In response to the Court of Chancery opinion issued Thursday afternoon, Senate President Pro Tempore Dave Sokola, House Speaker Melissa Minor-Brown, Senate Majority Leader Bryan Townsend, House…
The Thanksgiving holiday is fast approaching. In the lead-up to that occasion, the Food Bank of Delaware is holding their Thanksgiving food drive… Kim Turner of the Food Bank tells the Talk of Delmarva that they are also planning for their mass distributions later in November. Those dates are expected to be announced next week.…
Dover Police have arrested a New Castle man for an attempted robbery that occurred on Wednesday afternoon in Dover. Just after 3 p.m., police received the report of a robbery at Dollar General. While on the way to the scene, it was reported that an independent security company, RPS security, had detained the individual–34-year-old Arkeem…
The Armed Forces Pay Act was introduced today. This legislation was crafted to provide mandatory funding for fiscal year 2026 during a lapse in appropriations, guaranteeing pay for all active-duty and reserve service members, as well as all civilian employees of the Department of Defense, the U.S. Coast Guard, and the majority of the Intelligence…
Governor Wes Moore today declared a State of Emergency to address the economic impacts of the federal government shutdown and allocate resources to address health and welfare needs in the state. Governor Moore also issued an executive order providing $10 million in emergency funding to Maryland food security partners to support residents affected by the lapse…