Joe Ciccanti
Building upon the success of its first-ever Complete Streets Leadership Academy in 2024, the Maryland Department of Transportation State Highway Administration is partnering with local jurisdictions this summer to deploy Complete Streets “quick-build” demonstration projects to improve safety on state-owned roadways in communities across Maryland. Quick-build projects are planned for several counties including Dorchester–specifically MD…
If you’ve noticed Ocean City, Maryland police officers following or stationed near school buses lately, that is no coincidence. The officers have been accompanying school buses as part of a targeted safety initiative. The Ocean City Police Department received a High Visibility Enforcement (HVE) grant earlier this year for nearly $30,000 from the National Highway…
The Salisbury Police Department is seeking help from the public in locating 25-year-old Shaquanna Rutherford, who was last seen in the area of Salisbury City Park approximately two weeks ago. Ms. Rutherford is described as being 5’2″ and 280 pounds. Rutherford is considered critically missing due to health concerns; there are no other suspicious circumstances.…
An 18-year-old from Harrington–Douglas Moore– has been arrested and a second suspect is still not known after a stolen vehicle was found set on fire and another vehicle theft was attempted at Milford Movies 9 on May 20th. The Milford Police Department began investigating both incidents, with the arson case referred to the State Fire…
Delaware State Police have arrested 78-year-old Linwood Lewis of Felton, Delaware, for a 5th offense felony DUI in Felton. According to police, at about 11:19 a.m., a trooper patrolling South Dupont Highway near Main Street in Felton, saw a Nissan Murano with an expired registration. The trooper pulled the Nissan over and spoke to…
A 33-year-old Salisbury man and former deputy with the Wicomico County Sheriff’s Office has been sentenced for sex crimes committed while in office. Today, the Honorable S. James Sarbanes, Administrative Judge of the Circuit Court for Wicomico County, sentenced Steven Victor Abreu, to serve life in prison, with a consecutive thirty years, for multiple counts…
The Maryland Department of Health has received approval from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services to expand access to behavioral health and home and community-based services for children and youth. The federal approval is for an amendment to Maryland’s 1915(i) state plan, which gives the state the authority to provide home and community-based services…
Today, Governor Matt Meyer announced the nomination of Jennifer Donahue to fill the newly created opening for a judge on the Sussex County Family Court. Donahue’s nomination will require confirmation by the Delaware State Senate. Governor Meyer stated that throughout her career, Jennifer has demonstrated a commitment to helping families and children navigate deeply sensitive,…
An investigation into illegal drug distribution on Gum Tree Road in Frankford led to the arrests of 56-year-old Calvin Wescott of Ellendale; 35-year-old Jerome Wescott of Frankford; and a 17-year-old male from Seaford. They face felony drug charges following a search on May 22nd. During the search, officers detained seven people—including the teen suspect—and found…
Delaware State Police are investigating an incident in which someone fired an unknown number of shots at an occupied home in Millsboro last night. Troopers responded to Patriots Way May 28th around 9:45 p.m. for the report of gunfire. No injuries were reported. So far police have not identified a suspect. The Delaware State Police…
U.S. Senator Lisa Blunt Rochester has joined two other senators –Democrat Tina Smith of Minnesota and Republican Mike Rounds of South Dakota to reintroduce bipartisan legislation aimed at boosting economic development and improving access to capital. The CDFI Bond Guarantee Program Improvement Act would strengthen and expand the Community Development Financial Institutions (CDFI) Bond Guarantee…
The plan is for the improvement of nearly 3,400 lane miles of pavement across Maryland through patching and resurfacing efforts, according to the Maryland Department of Transportation State Highway Administration. The improvement efforts are anticipated to take place during Fiscal Year 2026, which begins July 1st. As a result of additional transportation resources provided in Governor Moore’s…
Governor Wes Moore has announced grants for Maryland institutions of higher learning to help address teacher shortage and support displaced federal employees. The Maryland Higher Education Commission will provide $1 million in grants to 11 colleges and universities to support new career paths for displaced federal workers. Institutions receiving awards include: Salisbury University – “USM Consortium…
In an effort to help organize and improve job training and education programs across Delaware, Governor Matt Meyer signed an Executive Order establishing the Office of Workforce Development within the Delaware Department of Labor. The Executive Order also reestablishes and streamlines the Delaware Workforce Development Board. The goal is to make sure all Delawareans have…
UPDATED – 05/27/25 – Delaware State Police have identified 21 year old Kendrick Mason of Magnolia as the man who died in the accidental shooting last week in Magnolia. The Delaware State Police Homicide Unit continues to investigate this incident. Detectives are asking anyone with information regarding this case to contact Detective Bluto at 302-741-2859…
UPDATED – 05/23/25 – Delaware State Police have identified 19 year old Charles Williamson of Dagsboro as the man who died in a fatal crash on Tuesday in Millsboro. ========================================================================= ORIGINAL STORY – 05/21/25 – A 19-year-old from Dagsboro is dead after a two-vehicle crash that occurred late yesterday, May 20th east of Millsboro. According…
Delaware State Police have arrested a 62-year-old Rehoboth Beach woman following a dispute on Monday with a member of the Homeowners Association and contractors who were clearing ivy on a fence within an easement on Black Duck Reach. According to police, the woman identified as Jennifer August is charged with felony offenses after threatening one…
In anticipation of the upcoming hurricane season, June 1st to November 30th, 2025, which forecasters are predicting to be above normal, Governor Matt Meyer has Proclaimed May 26th to May 30th as Hurricane Preparedness Week. In support of this, The Delaware Emergency Management Agency (DEMA), along with state, county and local agencies are helping communities mitigate against threats…
The Caroline County Sheriff’s Office is investigating an attempted murder that occurred on May 19th in Federalsburg, Maryland. A 16-year-old male, charged as an adult, is accused of stabbing a 20-year-old woman multiple times during an altercation in a parking lot. Both the 16-year-old and another individual charged in the case dropped the victim off…
Delaware State Police Troop 7 has issued a Gold Alert for 90-year-old Elias Watkins of Rehoboth Beach. He was last seen at his home in Rehoboth Beach overnight May 22nd around 2:00 a.m. Attempts to contact or locate him have been unsuccessful, and there is concern for his safety and well-being. Watkins is described as…
In Sussex County, DART’s Beach Bus services and Route 305 will operate on Memorial Day, with Paratransit operating complimentary ADA-only service. All other DART services, fixed route and paratransit, will not operate. DART will offer bus service in New Castle County on several routes (2, 4, 5, 6, 9, 13, 15, 33, 40, 64;) with all operating…