Joe Ciccanti

John Myrick Files as a Candidate for Governor of Maryland

By Joe Ciccanti / February 26, 2025

Former U.S. Senate Candidate John A. Myrick of Lanham, MD (Prince George’s County), filed today with the  Maryland Board of Elections in Annapolis as a Republican candidate for Governor of Maryland for the 2026 election. He ran for the U.S. Senate in 2024, seeking to represent all Marylanders. He was defeated in the Republican Primary…

2025 Wicomico Spelling Bee Champions to Compete in Regional Spelling Bee at UMES

By Joe Ciccanti / February 26, 2025

Wicomico County school spelling bee champions selected through competition at the school level will now compete in the 2025 Maryland Eastern Shore Regional Spelling Bee at the University of Maryland Eastern Shore in Princess Anne on Saturday, March 1st. The winner of the regional bee will be the area’s representative at the Scripps National Spelling…

Dover Police Department Announces 100th Anniversary Commemorative Ceremony

By Joe Ciccanti / February 26, 2025

The Dover Police Department will be holding their 100th Anniversary Commemorative Ceremony to honor a century of service, dedication, and commitment to the community. The event will take place on Wednesday, March 12th, at 1:00 p.m. at the Dover Police Department, on 400 South Queen Street in Dover. The ceremony will honor the department’s rich history and recognize the…

Delaware State Parks Fee Season to Begin March 1st

By Joe Ciccanti / February 26, 2025

Visitors to Delaware State Parks should be aware of 2025 entrance fees that will go into effect starting Saturday, March 1st and continuing through Nov. 30th. According to DNREC, State park entrance fees for vehicles registered in Delaware are $4 at inland parks and $5 at ocean parks. Fees for out-of-state vehicles are $8 at…

Fatal Accident Involving Pedestrian in Easton, MD

By Joe Ciccanti / February 26, 2025

A 35-year-old Easton man is dead after walking onto the road into the path of a vehicle, which then struck him. The accident involving the pedestrian occurred early this morning around 4:20 a.m. westbound along Ocean Gateway near Woodbridge Drive in Easton. The driver and sole occupant of the vehicle, a 60-year-old woman, was taken…

DMV Issues Warning About Toll Text Phishing Scam

By Joe Ciccanti / February 26, 2025

If you’ve received a text message claiming that you have an unpaid toll, it’s a scam. In response to a recent spike in Short Message Service (SMS) phishing scams referencing E-ZPass, the Delaware Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV) reminds all customers that E-ZPass Delaware will never contact them via text or email to pay a…

DelDOT Traffic Alert – Woodland Ferry Closure

By Joe Ciccanti / February 26, 2025

The Woodland Ferry will be closed next week due to staffing, according to DelDOT. The closure will start Monday, March 3rd and continue through Friday, March 7th. Normal operations will resume Monday, March 10th .  

Seal Rescue in Fenwick Island

By Joe Ciccanti / February 26, 2025

A seal rescue took place in Fenwick Island this week. MERR Institute responded to the young, recently weaned grey seal pup on February 24th. The underweight pup had multiple puncture wounds, possibly from another animal. After monitoring, rescuers determined it needed medical care. The seal was transported to the National Aquarium in Baltimore for treatment…

Dover Woman Arrested for Burglary and Theft at Burger King

By Joe Ciccanti / February 26, 2025

Dover Police have arrested a Dover woman following a burglary and theft at Burger King early Tuesday morning. The investigation began at 5:28 a.m., when Officers were called to Burger King for the report of a burglary. Police say she had forced her way into the business through the drive-thru window and once inside, removed…

Sussex County Appoints Land Use Reform Working Group to Help Address Growth Issues

By Joe Ciccanti / February 25, 2025

   The Sussex County Council, at its Tuesday, Feb. 25th, meeting, endorsed a measure to appoint a special committee, known as the Land Use Reform Working Group, that will begin meeting in the weeks ahead to discuss ways the County can and should address the pace and intensity of residential development in southern Delaware. The…

Delmarva Power Extends Enhanced Support Measures to Help Customers Manage Winter Energy Bills

By Joe Ciccanti / February 25, 2025

Delmarva Power is extending its enhanced support measures through March. The support measures include flexible payment arrangements, budget billing, high usage alerts, and energy efficiency initiatives. These programs will help residential and commercial customers manage their winter energy bills and provide relief from high costs due to extreme cold, increased usage, and the overall cost…

Sussex County Council’s Presentation and Update Related to Property Assessments

By Joe Ciccanti / February 25, 2025

The Sussex County Council provided an update today related to property reassessments. If you go to the property search on the website, which is the same as it has been in the past, you can search by owner, address or parcel ID. Sussex County Finance Director Gina Jennings talked about what you’ll find… All the…

Attorney General Brown Joins 38-State and Territory Bipartisan Coalition Urging Congress to Take Action Against Rise in Organized Retail Crime 

By Joe Ciccanti / February 25, 2025

Maryland Attorney General Anthony G. Brown has joined a 38-state and territory bipartisan coalition urging Congress to take action to address the rise in organized retail crime across the country. Attorney General Brown says organized retail crime harms businesses and devastates entire communities that rely on these retailers for groceries, medications, and everyday household items. He…

$2 Million in Assistance to Help Boost Federal Crop Insurance Selection for Delaware Producers

By Joe Ciccanti / February 25, 2025

A new program reduces premiums for 2025 crop insurance plans for producers who had an eligible plan in 2024. The Delaware Department of Agriculture (DDA) officially launched the Delaware Agricultural Production Insurance Assistance Program in coordination with the USDA Risk Management Agency (RMA). The reduction is equal to 30% of the 2024 total premium with a maximum of…

Federal Court Blocks Elon Musk and DOGE After Lawsuit Alleging Unauthorized Access to Americans’ Private Data

By Joe Ciccanti / February 25, 2025

A federal court has granted a motion, sought by Delaware Attorney General Kathy Jennings and others, for a preliminary injunction blocking Elon Musk and the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) from accessing Americans’ private data. On February 7th, Attorney General Jennings joined a coalition of 18 other attorneys general in filing a lawsuit against the…

Commercial Dumpster Fire in Cambridge Under Investigation

By Joe Ciccanti / February 25, 2025

A fire that occurred late last night at two large commercial dumpsters is under investigation. The location at which the blaze broke out was between 504 & 506 Greenwood Avenue in Cambridge–Dorchester County. A large amount of trash to include furniture was scattered around the dumpsters.  The fire caused damage to apartments in both buildings 504 and…

Worcester County Sheriff’s Office Investigating Report of Suspicious Activity Near Propane Tanks

By Joe Ciccanti / February 25, 2025

The Worcester County Sheriff’s Office recently received a report from the management of Camden Petroleum Services, located in Pocomoke City, Maryland, regarding a suspicious vehicle. According to the report, a red Ford Focus was observed parked near the propane tanks. Two Middle Eastern men were seen outside the vehicle, appearing to inspect the tanks. One…

Three Hospitalized After Two-Vehicle Crash in Rehoboth Beach Area

By Joe Ciccanti / February 24, 2025

Three people have been hospitalized after a two-vehicle crash occurred at the intersection of Route 24 and Camp Arrowhead Road. At 1:30 pm the Rehoboth Beach Volunteer Fire Company was dispatched to the scene. The three individuals were taken to the hospital by Rehoboth Beach Volunteer Fire Company Ambulances. Delaware State Police were investigating. Westbound…

UPDATE: Arrest Made; Shooting in Greensboro, MD Under investigation

By Joe Ciccanti / February 24, 2025

UPDATE: An arrest has been made in the case of a shooting incident that occurred at the Save-A-Lot grocery store in Greensboro, Maryland, on February 12th. Today, the Criminal Investigation Division of the Caroline County Sheriff’s Office arrested 47-year-old Jeffery Joseph Smith Sr. of Baltimore, Maryland. Smith has been charged with multiple offenses, including first-degree…

Felton Police Department Earns State Accreditation

By Joe Ciccanti / February 24, 2025

The Felton Police Department became the 14th police agency to earn state accreditation through the Delaware Police Accreditation Commission (DPAC). Earning state accreditation requires a commitment to excellence and determination. Felton Chief Chris Guild and the entire Felton Police Department embraced the challenge and successfully navigated the process to meet 105 professional standards. A team…

Pilot Declares Precautionary Emergency En Route to Salisbury Regional Airport

By Joe Ciccanti / February 24, 2025

A Salisbury Instructor Pilot declared a precautionary emergency on approach to Salisbury (SBY) Airport following a routine training flight. Salisbury airport officials say the incident was minor, and they are happy to report that the crew and aircraft are safe. An Instructor Pilot, returning from a routine training flight over the Eastern Shore, declared the…

Two Arrested on Firearm Charges After Threatening People at Party; Teen Faces Marijuana Charge

By Joe Ciccanti / February 24, 2025

    Residents of a home in Salisbury who were hosting a party were interrupted by uninvited guests. On February 22nd at just before 6 P.M., Wicomico County Sheriff’s deputies were dispatched to a home located on Only Road. The victims reported a small group of individuals who no one knew, arrived at the party and…

Maryland Department of Health Expands Access to School-Based Mental Health Services for Children and Youth

By Joe Ciccanti / February 24, 2025

In what’s being referred to as a step forward in addressing the mental health needs of Maryland’s students, the Maryland Department of Health has made it easier for families on Medicaid to access mental health services in schools for their children. The expansion allows Local Education Agencies to offer certain behavioral health services to all…

Ocean City Police Mourns the Loss of Two Former Seasonals Killed in the line of Duty

By Joe Ciccanti / February 24, 2025

The Ocean City, Maryland Police Department is grieving the loss of two former seasonal officers after a tragic day for law enforcement on Saturday, February 22nd. Officers Cameron Girvin and Christopher Reese proudly served the Virginia Beach Police Department before being killed in the line of duty. The pair conducted a traffic stop on Friday,…

Two Arrested For Drug Dealing Following Traffic Stop in Dover

By Joe Ciccanti / February 24, 2025

Dover Police have arrested 24-year-old Jaimere Harrison of Dover and 21-year-old Kemya Dennis of Georgetown on drug dealing charges following a traffic stop Friday. The Department’s Drug, Vice, and Organized Crime Unit and Street Crimes Unit stopped a vehicle Friday at 4:03 p.m. on State Route 1 in the area of Dover Air Force Base. During the…