Joe Ciccanti
Ā A single-vehicle crash in the area of Cottman Road and Residential Drive in Eden, Maryland has left one person dead. According to the Wicomico County Sheriff’s Office, late in the evening on Monday, September 2nd, the vehicle was heading south on Cottman Road and failed to negotiate a turn. The vehicle traveled off the…
Beachgoers are advised that sections of the North Indian River Inlet Beach are closed to recreational activities due to debris and exposed bridge infrastructure creating unsafe conditions. Heavy equipment will also be moving in and around this area for the next several months. DNREC asks that visitors respect the access closures during this time period.
Three people have been arrested and charged following a road rage incident in Queen Anne’s County. According to the Queen Anne’s County Office of the Sheriff, on the evening of August 24th, two vehicles were seen speeding and ramming each other on 301 Northbound near Warrington Farm Lane, prompting a traffic stop on one vehicle…
A resurfacing project to improve the ride quality on US 13 northbound (Salisbury Bypass) from US 13 Business (S. Fruitland Boulevard) to MD 12 (Snow Hill Road) next week. This work should be completed by mid-November, weather permitting.āÆ On Monday, September 9th, crews will begin milling (removing the top layer of asphalt) the roadway to…
A house fire that occurred yesterday afternoon on Crisfield Highway in Westover, Somerset County is under investigation. Ā One occupant had to be assisted from the burning home by a passer-by. Two dogs were able to escape the home unharmed. Two individuals were transported to Tidal Health in Salisbury for smoke inhalation, which in each case…
A cat tested positive for rabies today in the area of Burnt Mill Road and New Hope Road in Willards, MD. The Wicomico County Health Department is advising all residents to be aware of their surroundings and avoid contact with all wild or stray animals. Rabies is a preventable viral disease that exists in the…
The Salisbury Police Department needs help in locating a missing 17-year-old. His name is Matthew Walsh. He was last seen on Birchwood Drive on August 29th at approximately 6:18 PM. Matthew is described as being 6′ in height, 180 pounds, and was last seen wearing black pants, a black t-shirt, and black shoes. Matthew has…
The Maryland Department of Transportation today released its Draft Consolidated Transportation Program (CTP) for Fiscal Years 2025 to 2030, outlining an $18.9 billion balanced plan that makes strategic investments to further the safety of the State’s transportation system and maintain operations. āImportant investments in the nearly $19 billion program include enhancing safety on the Eastern…
Due to the continued work in connection with the Easton Airport Airfield Modernization Program, Runway 4/22 is closed again following the Labor Day Weekend. The closure is effective today, September 3rd until this Friday September 6th at 7 p.m. Runway 15/33 is open. One runway will always be open and available for operations in 2024.…
A driver whose vehicle struck the back of an on-duty Wicomico County Sheriff Deputy’s vehicle is facing charges that include Driving while impaired by Drugs. The collision happened on August 30th at just after 11:30 a.m. According to the Wicomico County Sheriff’s office, the deputy was westbound on RT 50 stopped at the red traffic…
Following a nearly years-long Market Conduct investigation, Delaware Insurance Commissioner Trinidad Navarro announced today penalties against Highmark totaling over $363,500 related to improper volunteer ambulance company claims reimbursement. Reports had been received that payments were going to residents rather than directly to volunteer ambulance companies for payment of services. Also identified were 89 instances of…
The Dover Police Department is offering the following information to better prepare the citizens for Back-to-School week. The Dover Police Department will utilize special enforcement units to increase presence in school zones and on bus routes throughout the city to target speed violations, passing of school buses, and other driving violations that threaten the safety…
Monitoring and data collection equipment from the US 301 bridge over Chester River at the Queen Anne’s/Kent County line this Friday will require a total closure and detour of northbound 301 for that day beginning at 7 a.m. and continuing until 3 p.m. The detour is MD 544 east to MD 313 north to MD…
Dover Police are investigating a robbery that occurred yesterday afternoon. Dover Police received the report of the robbery shortly after 4 p.m. The incident occurred in the area of Kesselring Ave and Haman Drive. Police say the victim was approached by three black males who demanded money. The victim did not comply, and one of…
The Delaware State Police Sex Offender Apprehension and Registration Unit (S.O.A.R.) is currently looking for several wanted sex offenders (click the link below for their profiles) after they either failed to register or re-register at their current address. If anyone knows the location of these individuals, DSP wants you to call 302-672-5306. Information may also…
Ā A vehicle accident occurred in the area of Long Neck Road and Ridgewood Drive, Pot Nets Creekside yesterday, Sunday morning. The two-vehicle collision resulted in significant damage to the vehicles, but Delaware State Police tell the Talk of Delmarva no injuries were reported. According to the Indian River Volunteer Fire Company, it appears that…
The Town of Dewey Beach is working on three flood mitigation projects: Read Avenue bayside, Jersey Street 1st and 2nd block, and Van Dyke Avenue bayside. According to the Town’s monthly newsletter, on Read Avenue, the town is working with the Army Corps of Engineers on a proposed pump station project. On Jersey Street, the…
Laurel Police are asking for your help in locating 33-year-old Brandon Cain of Laurel, who has five active warrants for his arrest in Delaware. He is wanted by the Laurel Police Department for charges that include: -Theft Under $1500 (Class A Misdemeanor) -Possession of Drug Paraphernalia x2 (Class B Misdemeanor) -Trespassing Third Degree (Violation) Ā …
UPDATED – 09/08/24 – Milford Police have arrested two men in connection with a September 1st shooting that injured four people. Investigation led detectives to 20 year old Deontae King of Lincoln and 26 year old Laquan Johnson of Harrington who police say conspired to commit the shooting. Both men were arrested Friday. King is…
Delaware State Police have arrested two teenagers—a 15-year-old and a 13-year-old, both from Millsboro for breaking into and stealing from a Long Neck business repeatedly. According to police, the business targeted was Poppy’s Produce on Long Neck Road in Millsboro. Police received the report of a burglary on August 17th. When they arrived, they learned…
Governor John Carney has ordered the Delaware flag to be lowered to half-staff on Saturday, August 31st, from sunrise to sunset, in recognition of International Overdose Awareness Day, as declared by Senate Joint Resolution 8.Ā Local governments, businesses and Delawareans are encouraged to do the same to promote awareness of overdose prevention and acknowledge all who…
A house fire occurred in Salisbury this morning on Hickory Mill Road. According to the latest information from the Maryland Office of the State Fire Marshal, the blaze started in the void space between the basement and the first floor and was accidental–caused by an electrical failure of the bathroom-style exhaust fan. The occupant was…
Weather permitting; the Delaware Mosquito Control Section plans insecticide application(s) during this evening in the Camden, Wyoming, and Woodside areas as well as near Dover, Viola, Felton, Magnolia, Laurel, Bethel, Milton, and Lewes. All insecticides to be used are registered with the USEPA for mosquito control and will be applied according to USEPA approved label…
Delaware State Police have arrested two individuals–both from Salisbury, Maryland for stealing items from multiple stores in Tanger Bayside Outlets in Rehoboth Beach. Police late yesterday arrested 28-year-old Antonio Hunter and 44-year-old Kizzy Holbrook on charges of organized retail theft. Police learned about the description of the individuals and that they were seen in a…