Joe Ciccanti
Following an investigation into the rape of a then 12-year-old child, 19-year-old Fidel Chamorro-Ramirez was convicted of Rape Second Degree in Sussex County Superior Court. Fidel was 18 at the time of the rape in 2023. According to the Delaware Attorney General’s Office, on June 1, 2023, Chamorro-Ramirez, who was residing in Seaford at the time,…
The plan for a new parking facility in the Town of Berlin is among the ongoing efforts to enhance accessibility and support the growth of the downtown business district. The Town Mayor and Council have entered into a 10-year lease agreement to establish a municipal parking lot on a parcel of property owned by the…
The Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control (DNREC), in conjunction with the Delaware Division of Public Health (DPH), will begin soliciting for new water quality improvement projects Monday, Jan. 13th. Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL) funding for clean water and drinking water projects will be provided through the existing State Revolving Fund (SRF) process.…
In Wicomico County, the government building is open for normal business hours from until 5:00 PM. The convenience centers and ferries are also operating as usual. The Public Works Department and County Roads teams have worked extensively over the past couple of days clearing the roads after the recent snowstorm. As of 2:00 PM yesterday,…
Delaware is seeing improvements in educator shortages thanks to targeted efforts and innovative practices to better recruit and retain school employees. According to the 2024 Delaware Excellent Educator Hiring Practices Survey just released, there has been a 52 percent decrease in open district positions (instructional and non-instructional) compared to a year ago. Overall, 259 district…
UPDATE 1/2/25: The Talk of Delmarva has learned an update on the vehicle accident that occurred on Monday evening December 30th, in which the Indian River Volunteer Fire Company was alerted for the crash on Long Neck Road approaching Church Lane. It was reported to be a multiple vehicle, head-on collision with injuries, but Delaware…
Delaware State Police have arrested a Delmar man for 5th offense DUI. According to police, 41-year-old Nicholas Maltas faces multiple charges after a concerned citizen reported an erratic driver on New Year’s Day in Felton. At approximately 7:30 p.m., a caller contacted 911 about an SUV with an undisclosed Pennsylvania registration driving erratically and nearly causing…
In recognition of her leadership role, Chancellor Kathaleen St. J. McCormick has named Selena E. Molina Senior Magistrate Judge, which was effective yesterday, January 1st. In this role, Magistrate Molina will continue to handle cases and assist the Chancellor with administrative tasks associated with the Magistrate docket. Chancellor McCormick commented that Senior Magistrate Judge Molina has worked tirelessly to…
Radon remains the second leading cause of lung cancer in the United States, and according to the American Lung Association, Radon levels appear at dangerous levels in too many homes–including Elevated Levels of Radon Detected in 15.4% of Delaware households in the latest report. During January for National Radon Action Month, the Lung Association in Delaware strongly urges…
UPDATED: To correct the Adopt-A-Highway link The Maryland Adopt-A-Highway program has a new website and features, making it easier and more efficient than ever for community groups and small businesses to help keep Maryland’s highways litter free. The Maryland Department of Transportation State Highway Administration’s new Adopt-A-Highway website includes an interactive map that allows…
Delaware State Police are investigating a two-vehicle crash in which two individuals sustained suspected serious injuries. The collision occurred in the Camden-Wyoming area on New Year’s Eve at about 1 p.m. at the intersection of Sorghum Mill Road and South State Street. State Police tell the Talk of Delmarva that an 86-year-old man from Felton…
UPDATE: 1/1/25: The City of Rehoboth Beach Board of Commissioners will hold a special meeting at 1 pm Friday, January 10th, on the second floor of City Hall to review submissions from candidates for the city solicitor position. Original Post: The City of Rehoboth Beach is issuing a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) for a City…
The Millsboro Police Department is asking for your help in locating Camren Pack after a domestic incident that occurred on New Year’s Eve in the Mill Chase Apartment Complex. Pack is wanted for: Assault in the 3rd degree (Class A Misdemeanor) and two counts of Endangering the Welfare of a Child (Class A Misdemeanor). Anyone…
Nowadays, instead of going into the landfill, holiday trees can be dropped off at numerous yard waste collection or drop-off sites across the state, where they’ll soon be turned into mulch or compost – though many of the commercial sites charge a fee for accepting trees to be recycled. DNREC also reminds residents who don’t…
Delaware State Police are investigating an accident on John J. Williams Highway approaching Plaza Drive. The vehicle crash happened yesterday afternoon, December 31st. The Indian River Volunteer Fire Company and Mid Sussex Rescue Squad were alerted for what was reported to be a two-vehicle rear end type collision with one person suffering from neck and…
UPDATE: The Gold Alert for Steven Tribbett has been canceled. He has been found. Previous Post: Delaware State Police Troop 3 has issued a Gold Alert for 34-year-old Steven Tribbett of Felton. He was last seen in the area of Redstone Court in Felton at about 1:37 AM. Attempts to contact him have been unsuccessful,…
As the City of Salisbury gears up for the much-anticipated New Year’s Eve celebration, several downtown streets will experience temporary closures today. The closures are essential to ensure the safety and success of the festivities taking place in the heart of the City. Starting at noon, the following street closures will be in effect:…
Delaware State Police are investigating an incident in which a Frankford Volunteer Fire Company traffic control unit was struck from behind. The incident occurred on December 28th when the Dagsboro, Frankford, and Millsboro fire companies were responding to a structure fire on DuPont Boulevard in Millsboro. The unit had been closing a segment of DuPont…
Delaware’s Congresswoman-elect Sarah McBride has announced the hire of Jacob Glasser to be her Legislative Director. McBride said in a statement that Glasser fills a critical role in her office referring to his creativity, compassion, and thoughtfulness necessary to make Congress work better for Delawareans. She adds that he joins with a wealth of expertise…
UPDATE: 12/31/24: The Dover Police Department is canceling the Gold Alert for Eric Jarvis. Jarvis has been located and is safe. Previous Post: The Dover Police Department has issued a Gold Alert for 33-year-old Eric Jarvis of Philadelphia. Jarvis was last seen on December 29th and is believed to be in the Dover area. Jarvis…
A thorough investigation has been conducted by the Worcester County Fire Marshal’s Office into a residential structure fire that happened on Christmas Eve. Fire officials say the blaze on Tudor Road in West Ocean City was accidental from cooking on a deck enclosure. All occupants were able to exit the structure safely before the arrival…
The Seaford Police Department is investigating a shooting that occurred on December 28th around 7:50 PM. A victim, shot during an altercation outside a business on South Bradford Street, fled to New Street and called 911. The victim was hospitalized with serious injuries. So far, no suspects have been identified. Additional Information from the Seaford…
In Maryland, new work zone safety measures will go into effect starting January 1st, 2025. The Maryland Road Worker Protection Act increases fines for violations detected by work zone speed cameras to a new tiered fine with a maximum fine of $1,000. Fines for speed camera violations include $60 for a speed range of 12…
Deputies from the Talbot County Sheriff’s Office have charged two individuals–both from Easton, Maryland with assault and disorderly conduct stemming from an incident during a basketball game at St. Michaels High School. The individuals facing those charges include 60-year-old Leonard Darnell Bell and 22-year-old Kasai Jermaine Thompson. According to the Talbot County Sheriff’s Office, On…