Joe Ciccanti
Endless Possibilities in the Community (EPIC), a Newark based nonprofit specializing in community-based health and wellness programming for people with disabilities, has expanded the reach and impact of its activities thanks to recent financial support from Highmark Delaware. Todd Graham who is President and CEO of Highmark Health Options tells the Talk of Delmarva about…
Delaware Insurance Commissioner Trinidad Navarro has issued a bulletin to all insurance companies in the state about the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI). While AI can help create innovative insurance products, improve customer service, and streamline processes, it also comes with risks like inaccuracies, unfair discrimination, and data security concerns. Insurance carriers are required to…
Former U.S. Senate candidate John A. Myrick of Lanham, MD, has announced his bid for the Republican nomination for Maryland Governor in the 2026 election. Despite losing the 2024 Republican primary, he gained strong support as a first-time candidate. Encouraged by many Marylanders, he has decided to run for Governor. INITIAL PRESS RELEASE –…
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 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 job is to protect this state, and that job has never mattered more. Voters can…
Today, Delaware Governor Matt Meyer’s transition committee announced the publication of its Transition Report, which is now accessible to the public at transition.delaware.gov. 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…
The Maryland Department of Transportation State Highway Administration has completed a $3.3 million project improving safety and traffic flow at the intersection of MD 12 (Snow Hill Road) and Robins Avenue in the Salisbury area of Wicomico County. Construction began spring 2024 with work on several improvements including the installation of a new traffic signal, resurfacing of the pavement, and improvement of signage and pavement markings. The newly installed traffic signal…
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 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 today delivered his third State of the State 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…
After receiving the first accumulating snow in Delaware in nearly two years, DelDOT has announced the winners of this year’s “Name That Plow” contest. This marks the fourth year of the contest, which invites K-5 students to participate in celebrating DelDOT’s hard-working snow removal crews. Their efforts ensure safer roads for everyone during winter storms.…
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’s 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…
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…
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…
Closing out Human Trafficking Awareness Month, Delaware Department of Justice’s Human Trafficking Unit (HTU) today announced the shutdown of the 25th Illicit Massage Establishment (IME) since the Unit’s 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…
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 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…
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…
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…
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…