Joe Ciccanti
Two individuals who were involved in an armed robbery in Ocean City in 2022 as part of a broader violent crime spree, are facing prison sentences. The armed robbery investigation began locally but ultimately spanned multiple Maryland counties. 18-year-old Jordan Moses, was sentenced to life in prison (with all but 45 years suspended) for first-degree…
Weather permitting; the Delaware Mosquito Control Section plans an insecticide application(s) during the evening hours this evening, Thursday, June 12th in and near Frankford, Delmar, Laurel, Milford, and Houston. The application will also include areas near Near Marydel, Camden, Felton, Harrington, Lincoln, Milton, Georgetown, Lewes, Millsboro, Seaford, and Frankford. All insecticides to be used are…
Ocean Pines officials say that though the existing Volunteer Fire Department South Station, constructed in 1981, has served them well for over 40 years, it no longer meets necessary safety standards, is outdated, and is in a state of disrepair. In light of these challenges, OPVFD and the OPA Board are seeking community support for…
Dover Police have arrested a 42-year-old Dover man on burglary charges following an incident at Holy Cross Church on South State Street. The investigation began Tuesday afternoon when Dover Police received a call regarding the burglary. Officers learned that the individual identified as Joseph Skowronski attempted to take money from the collection boxes. He had…
University of Delaware Police arrested a man unaffiliated with UD for illegally entering and causing damage to a building on the University’s Science, Technology and Advanced Research (STAR) Campus. 58-year-old Richard Fox of Newark, was arrested and charged with a felony offense of burglary in the third degree, as well as two misdemeanors —…
Delaware State Police have arrested a 28-year-old Dover man for aggravated menacing charges stemming from an investigation into an incident in which shots were reportedly fired during an argument with a woman on Saturday. The incident happened in the area of a boat ramp at Canterbury Road and Waterside Drive in Felton. Police arrested 28-year-old…
A teenager from Harrington has been arrested for an attempted armed robbery that happened at Game Stop on N DuPont Boulevard. On June 7th Milford Police responded to that location and learned that someone wearing a blue hoodie and a black mask showed a handgun and demanded money but fled without taking any. Police, K9…
Delawarean gun violence prevention activists and advocates celebrated the introduction of a bill that would require a background check to be performed prior to all firearm purchases across the country. This legislation introduction comes as communities and leaders across the country observe National Gun Violence Awareness Month, honoring the lives lost and taking action to…
Delaware State Police have identified the victim who died in a pedestrian crash that happened this week in Dover. Brandon Lemon of Dover was 39 years old. According to Delaware State Police, on June 10th shortly before 2:30 a.m., a Jeep Cherokee was traveling northbound, in the right lane, on Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway…
The Brandywine Valley SPCA (BVSPCA) is caring for nearly two dozen pets rescued from a home in Kent County last week. Delaware Animal Services Officers brought them to safety after they were found living in what were described as “horrible conditions.” The officers and animals endured filthy, unsanitary conditions and poor air quality during the…
New Road in the Lewes area will be closed on Monday, June 16th between 9:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. for the removal of a hazardous tree located along New Road, according to DelDOT. Eastbound motorists will use Route 1/Coastal Highway then turn left onto Savannah Road, then turn left onto Old Orchard Rd, arriving at…
A fire overnight on Paul Drive in Stevensville, Queen Anne’s County has been ruled accidental. The blaze at the two-story, single-family home was caused by an electrical event inside the front exterior wall, according to the Maryland Office of the State Fire Marshal. No injuries were reported, but the blaze caused an estimated $150,000 in…
The Town of Ocean City, MD has officially passed new beach regulations prohibiting tents and limiting canopy use on its beaches, effective immediately. This ordinance aims to enhance safety, improve visibility, and ensure a more enjoyable experience for all beachgoers. Under the new policy, tents—defined as any structure with sides—are no longer permitted on Ocean…
Delaware State Police have arrested 20-year-old Daniel Johnson of Dover and are searching for 28-year-old Matthew Doby of Hartly following a home invasion-robbery that occurred Saturday night in Camden-Wyoming. Police responded to an RV on Mud Mill Road in Camden-Wyoming on May 31st, at approximately 10:58 p.m. Police say 3 masked male individuals, one of…
The Selbyville Police Department has issued a Gold Alert for 90-year-old Joseph DiFrancesco of Selbyville. Joseph was last contacted yesterday, June 4th. He claimed he was traveling to Georgetown, Delaware for a personal task. Attempts to contact or locate him have been unsuccessful, and there is concern for his safety and well-being. He is described…
In response to long-standing concerns from overburdened communities, Delaware lawmakers have introduced new legislation that would strengthen penalties and enforcement for commercial polluters in Delaware. Sponsored by Rep. Larry Lambert, House Speaker Melissa Minor-Brown, and Sen. Nicole Poore, House Bill 210, also called the Pollution Accountability Act, would increase penalties for pollution violations and require…
The Maryland Department of Transportation State Highway Administration will assist a private transport company with road closures for the movement of five oversized natural gas tanks along US 113 (Worcester Highway) in Worcester County in the coming weeks. Beginning around midnight on Monday, June 9th; Wednesday, June 11th; Friday, June 13th; Monday, June 16th and…
A raccoon today tested positive for rabies in the area of Pirate’s Wharf on Whitehaven Road in Quantico. The Wicomico County Health Department is advising all residents to be aware of their surroundings and avoid contact with all wild or stray animals. Additional Information from the Wicomico County Health Department: Rabies is a preventable viral…
Weather permitting; the Delaware Mosquito Control Section plans the following insecticide application(s) during the evening hours this evening, Wednesday, June 4th. The application with a truck-mounted sprayer to control adult mosquitoes will take place in and near Milford and Greenwood–also near Camden, Magnolia, Felton, Houston, and Bridgeville. All insecticides to be used are registered with…
A Harrington man has been arrested for firing gunshots during a large fight at Clarks Corner Apartments on May 29th. Police say Jermaine Reid fired the weapon over the crowd and pointed it toward individuals involved in the altercation. The Harrington Police Department responded to the scene, and he was taken into custody at his…
DNREC has initiated a comprehensive review of Department regulations that have not been amended during the past four years. By statute, every state executive branch agency must reassess older regulations on a four-year cycle to determine whether these regulations should be modified or eliminated. DNREC will hold regulatory review hearings June 24th, 25th and 26th…