Joe Ciccanti
Governor Wes Moore has announced an additional $2.6 million investment in Maryland’s workforce through the EARN Maryland program, aimed at helping businesses train workers and meet growing industry demand. The funding will support more than 100 employers and connect over 750 Marylanders with job training, industry credentials, and support services. Governor Moore said the investment…
In response to mounting fire/rescue calls and emergency medical services (EMS) costs, the Lewes Fire Department (LFD) and the Greater Lewes Foundation (GLF) have announced the creation of a dedicated fundraising foundation. This collaborative initiative aims to enhance existing funding appeals and to secure new funding sources to support the growing demand for fire response…
DelDOT is asking Delaware residents to share their thoughts on the future of rail transportation through a new online survey tied to the 2025 State Rail Plan (SRP). The State Rail Plan will guide railroad policies, strategies, and investments for the next 20 years, covering freight rail, intercity passenger rail, and commuter rail across the…
Legislation–SA1 to SB213– has been introduced by Senator Bryan Townsend to amend the original bill pertaining to hospital budget review. The amendment exempts long-term acute care hospitals from certain budget review requirements, clarifies hospital financial reporting standards to the Diamond State Hospital Cost Review Board, and adds new accountability measures related to cost-containment agreements. It also…
U.S. Senator Lisa Blunt Rochester marked Martin Luther King Jr. Day weekend by attending and speaking at several events across Delaware to honor Dr. King’s legacy. She attended the Sussex County MLK Celebration Banquet in Georgetown, spoke at an interdenominational MLK service in Wilmington, and delivered remarks at the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.…
Earlier this month, Delaware State Police troopers and detectives began investigating multiple vehicle thefts throughout western Sussex County. Following the investigation into the thefts, police have arrested 22-year-old Antwoine Savage of Seaford and a 16-year-old male, from Bridgeville for vehicle theft and related charges, and 20-year-old Lamir Faison of Bridgeville for gun and drug charges.…
A pedestrian was struck and killed this morning after entering the northbound lane of North Rehoboth Boulevard at around 6:30 a.m. as a 2024 BMW X3 was travelling northbound. Police and EMS responded to the scene and tried to save her life. According to Milford Police, the 81-year-old woman was transported to an area hospital…
The Town of Dewey Beach continues to make progress on several infrastructure projects. Town Manager Bill Zolper stated that construction of the new Town Hall and Public Safety building is advancing, with the roof now in place, second-floor framing underway, utility rough-ins being installed, and some drywall completed on the first floor; installation of doors…
The Queen Anne’s County Office of the Sheriff received a report of suspected real estate fraud in Grasonville. The reporting party said they were contacted by an unknown individual claiming to be a private landlord offering a Grasonville home for rent at $1,300 per month and repeatedly requesting a $70 application fee before meeting in…
A 34-year-old Laurel man has been sentenced to 14 years in prison after pleading guilty in November, 2025 to multiple felony charges, including continuous sexual abuse of a child and dealing in child pornography. A related case remains pending in Maryland. The charges Jesse Frank faces stem from a multi-state investigation that began in March…
The Dagsboro, Ellendale, and Selbyville Police Departments have each earned state accreditation from the Delaware Police Accreditation Commission (DPAC). As part of the rigorous process, a team of DPAC assessors ensured all accreditation standards were met by completing a comprehensive on-site inspection, reviewing agency policies and procedures, and conducting interviews with department members. Department of…
The Delaware Fire Marshal’s Office continues to 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’s Office of New Americans under the Department of State. The legislation builds on the Meyer administration’s 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’s…
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 invites community members to attend a public forum at 6 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 28th, at the Parkside High School Auditorium, inviting community members to learn more about the Zoo’s 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)Â Attempted Theft $1500 of Greater (Felony)Â 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…