Joe Ciccanti

DSP Troopers Arrest Seaford Man for DUI and Drug Charges in Stolen Car

By Joe Ciccanti / February 6, 2025

Delaware State Police have arrested a 49-year-old Seaford man for DUI and drug charges while driving a stolen car. According to police, on February 4th, at about 1:15 p.m., troopers on patrol saw a Toyota Camry with a North Carolina registration heading eastbound on Old Furnace Road near Sandy Ridge Drive in Seaford. A computer…

Delaware AG Kathy Jennings Announces Re-Election Campaign

By Joe Ciccanti / February 6, 2025

Delaware Attorney General Kathy Jennings has announced that she will seek re-election to a third term, citing progress on violent crime and what she refers to as an ongoing threat that a second Trump presidency poses to Delawareans. AG Jennings says her聽job is to protect this state, and that job has never mattered more.聽Voters can…

Governor Meyer Releases Transition Report As A Resource For Administration鈥檚 First Term

By Joe Ciccanti / February 6, 2025

Today, Delaware Governor Matt Meyer’s transition committee announced the publication of its Transition Report,聽which is now accessible to the public at聽transition.delaware.gov.聽This document functions as a reference guide for the administration, highlighting various policy suggestions collected from stakeholders, experts, and residents. the report is meant to provide a selection of potential initiatives for the administration to…

$3.3 Million Intersection Improvement Project in Wicomico County Completed

By Joe Ciccanti / February 6, 2025

The Maryland Department of Transportation State Highway Administration聽has completed聽a $3.3聽million project improving聽safety and traffic flow聽at the intersection of MD 12 (Snow Hill Road) and Robins Avenue in聽the聽Salisbury聽area of Wicomico County.聽Construction began聽spring聽2024聽with work on聽several improvements including聽the installation of a new traffic signal, resurfacing of the pavement, and improvement of聽signage and pavement markings.聽The newly installed traffic signal…

Executive Director Hired to Lead DEMA Comprehensive School Safety Program

By Joe Ciccanti / February 6, 2025

A.J. Schall, Director of the Delaware Emergency Management Agency (DEMA), has announced the hiring of Joseph Melvin as the new Executive Director of the DEMA Comprehensive School Safety Program (CSSP). The CSSP plays a key role in making sure all public and charter schools in Delaware have detailed, site-specific emergency preparedness plans that meet National…

Delaware Secretary of Education Launches Website With Guidance, Resources to Address Concerns About Immigration Action in Public Schools

By Joe Ciccanti / February 5, 2025

Delaware Secretary of Education Cindy Marten today launched a website with guidance and resources for educators and families concerned about immigration action in Delaware public schools. The website includes information on immigrant student rights, support available for schools and educators, recommended action steps for Delaware schools, and links to state and national resources for schools…

Governor Wes Moore Delivers 2025 State of the State Address

By Joe Ciccanti / February 5, 2025

Governor Wes Moore today delivered his third State of the State聽address. Before a joint session of the Maryland General Assembly, the governor spoke about investing in industries of the future, reforming the tax code, and investing in Marylanders by meeting crisis with courage in the face of one of the most challenging and consequential legislative…

DelDOT Congratulates Name That Plow Winners

By Joe Ciccanti / February 5, 2025

After receiving the first accumulating snow in Delaware in nearly two years, DelDOT has announced the winners of this year鈥檚 “Name That Plow” contest. This marks the fourth year of the contest, which invites K-5 students to participate in celebrating DelDOT鈥檚 hard-working snow removal crews. Their efforts ensure safer roads for everyone during winter storms.…

Governor Moore Unveils Design for Francis Scott Key Bridge

By Joe Ciccanti / February 5, 2025

Governor Wes Moore and the Maryland Department of Transportation have announced the new design concept for the Francis Scott Key Bridge reconstruction, presenting plans for one of Baltimore鈥檚 key transportation structures. This event is a milestone in the multi-year project, which aims to restore connectivity, enhance accessibility, and support economic growth in the region. Governor…

26-year-old Felton Man Arrested on Theft-Related Charges for a Second Time

By Joe Ciccanti / February 5, 2025

The Felton Police Department investigated a fuel theft case after a victim reported unauthorized charges at the Felton Royal Farms. Police arrested 26-year-old Colton Ray Faulkner of Felton, who according to information from the investigation, had been using his employer鈥檚 business fuel card for personal fuel purchases from April 2024 to January 2025. The employer…

Dewey Beach Police Arrest Motorcyclist Following High-Speed Pursuit; Second Suspect Sought

By Joe Ciccanti / February 5, 2025

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Delmarva Power Customers Raise Concerns Over Surge in Electric Bills

By Joe Ciccanti / February 3, 2025

On January 1st Delmarva Power customers may have seen about a nine percent increase on their total bill as compared to their December 2024 bill. Spokesman for Delmarva Power Zach Chizar tells the Talk of Delmarva that in addition to the extreme cold temperatures Delmarva recently experienced, other factors are contributing to the higher prices…

Final Round of Governor Meyer鈥檚 Cabinet Nominees Confirmed by State Senate

By Joe Ciccanti / January 31, 2025

Delaware Governor Matt Meyer鈥檚 final slate of cabinet nominees have been confirmed by the Delaware State Senate, including the Delaware National Guard, the Department of Transportation, the Department of Technology and Information, the Department of Health and Social Services, the Department of Labor, the Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control, and the Department of…

Magnolia Man Arrested for 6th DUI Offense

By Joe Ciccanti / January 30, 2025

Delaware State Police have arrested a 45-year-old Magnolia man for his 6th DUI offense and related charges following a pursuit that occurred in Dover yesterday. According to police, at about 5:14 p.m., a trooper on patrol saw a Dodge Charger speeding southbound on Bay Road near Dover Air Force Base. The trooper attempted to pull…

UPDATE: Fire at Family Farm in Mardela Springs Originated at Nearby Burn Pile

By Joe Ciccanti / January 30, 2025

UPDATE: The preliminary cause of a fire that occurred in Mardela Springs on Athol Road early yesterday afternoon was accidental, in which the blaze started at a nearby burn pile. According to the Maryland Office of the State Fire Marshal, after sifting through fire debris and interviewing numerous witnesses at the fire scene, Deputy State…

DOJ Announces 25th Illicit Massage Establishment Shut Down

By Joe Ciccanti / January 30, 2025

Closing out Human Trafficking Awareness Month, Delaware Department of Justice鈥檚 Human Trafficking Unit (HTU) today announced the shutdown of the 25th Illicit Massage Establishment (IME) since the Unit鈥檚 inception in 2022. This announcement comes in the wake of a successful campaign targeting prostitution and patronization issues across the state. Delaware Attorney General Kathy Jennings emphasized…

Sussex County Land Trust Welcomes First Full-Time Executive Director

By Joe Ciccanti / January 30, 2025

The Sussex County Land Trust (SCLT) has reached a significant milestone in its expansion efforts with the appointment of Sara M. Bluhm as its first full-time Executive Director. A Milford native and 2023 Leadership Delaware graduate, Bluhm brings a strong background in leadership and community engagement. Her experience positions her to support the Trust鈥檚 ongoing…

UPDATE: Gold Alert Issued For Missing Dover Teen–Canceled

By Joe Ciccanti / January 30, 2025

UPDATE: The Dover Police Department is canceling the Gold Alert for Elizabeth Brown. She has been located and is safe. Original Post: The Dover Police Department has issued a Gold Alert for a 16-year-old girl–Elizabeth Brown of Dover. Brown was last seen on January 28th, 2025 at approximately 3:30 p.m. on Holmes Street. Brown is…

The Delaware Court of Chancery Announces 3rd Annual Student Legal History Art Contest

By Joe Ciccanti / January 30, 2025

The Delaware Court of Chancery has announced the 3rd Annual Legal History Art Contest for Delaware students in grades 7 to 12. As in years past, winners of the contest will receive $500 for first place, $300 for second place, and $200 for third place. All submissions must be received by April 25th, 2025. Full…

Commercial Structure Fire in Berlin, MD Under Investigation

By Joe Ciccanti / January 30, 2025

The Fire Marshal’s Office is investigating a fire that broke out in the overnight hours on January 29th at the E.S. Adkins Company Complex in Berlin, Maryland. Fire units from Ocean Pines, Showell, Bishopville, Ocean City, Newark, Snow Hill, Powellville, and Willards responded to the commercial structure fire to assist with fireground operations. While conducting…

Two Arrested Following Pursuit Involving Stolen Vehicle

By Joe Ciccanti / January 30, 2025

A pursuit involving a stolen vehicle led to the arrest of two individuals. Dover Police arrested 20-year-old Tamir Glover and a 17-year-old male, both from Philadelphia, after the pursuit, which involved a stolen Nissan Sentra. The pursuit happened in the overnight hours Wednesday, January 29th on North DuPont Highway and West Denney’s Road. Around 1:37…

Milford K9 Alert Leads to Arrest of Newark Man for Possession of “Ghost Gun”

By Joe Ciccanti / January 30, 2025

A Newark man was arrested for several weapons-related charges. The arrest happened in Milford following a traffic stop earlier this week in the area of North DuPont Boulevard (Route 113) and North Street Extended. Milford Police Department conducted the traffic stop around 1 a.m. on January 28th. The investigation led to a Milford PD narcotics…

Dover Police Investigating Another Shots Fired Into Home Incident

By Joe Ciccanti / January 30, 2025

Dover Police are investigating another incident in which shots were fired into a home. The latest shooting happened on Tribbitt Street. Police were called about the shooting around 12:30 a.m. Wednesday, January 29th. They learned that the home was damaged after someone fired multiple shots at the residence and left in an unknown direction. The…

Second Round Of Governor Meyer鈥檚 Cabinet Nominees Confirmed By State Senate

By Joe Ciccanti / January 29, 2025

Today, Delaware Governor Matt Meyer鈥檚 second slate of cabinet nominees were confirmed by the Delaware State Senate, including the Department of Correction, the Delaware State Housing Authority, and the Department of Education. Governor Matt Meyer says improving education, housing, and public safety are no small feats, but this team is ready to get to work…

AG Jennings Releases “Know Your Rights” Guidance on Immigration

By Joe Ciccanti / January 29, 2025

Delaware Attorney General Kathy Jennings today announced the release of聽Know Your Rights on Immigration guidance which she says provides vital information to individuals and organizations on their constitutional rights during interactions with federal immigration officials. This initiative is said to reflect the Delaware DOJ鈥檚 commitment to public safety, the rule of law, and the dignity…