Joe Ciccanti
The Delaware Division of the Arts has announced the second round of Fiscal Year 2026 grant awards, distributing $572,573 through 209 grants supporting arts programming statewide. The funding was awarded through rolling and recurring grant opportunities designed to respond to community needs and seasonal scheduling. Projects supported include local performances and exhibitions, teaching artist residencies…
Officers with the Easton Police Department recently served a criminal summons on a 73-year-old Salisbury man charging him with reckless and negligent driving and multiple traffic violations stemming from a crash that happened on Dec. 3rd on Ocean Gateway and Chapel Road. Investigators, with assistance from the Maryland State Police Crash Team, determined that Bushra…
An Easton, Maryland man has been arrested in connection with a disturbance at an area residence. Easton police say that on May 2nd, officers responded to a residence for a 911 hang-up call with yelling heard in the background. Officers encountered 32-year-old Lequan Savage of Easton, who was involved in a disturbance with two other…
Delaware State Rep. Jeff Hilovsky who represents the 4th District tells the Talk of Delmarva’s Mike Bradley that he will not run for re-election. Hilovsky a Republican is in his 2nd term. He was first elected in 2022. The two-term legislator said his decision was mainly motivated by his desire to spend more time with…
DNREC encourages Delawareans and visitors alike to celebrate National Fishing and Boating Week (June 6th-14th) with two days of free fishing in the state Saturday, June 6th and Sunday, June 7th. On these two days anglers may fish, crab and clam in any Delaware waters without possessing a 2026 fishing license. The free fishing dates were…
Five members associated with the Sin City outlaw motorcycle club were sentenced after pleading guilty to participating in a criminal organization tied to a multi-state motorcycle theft scheme involving more than $100,000 in stolen motorcycles. The convictions stem from a multi-jurisdictional investigation by Maryland’s Attorney General’s Organized Crime Unit into a coordinated theft operation spanning…
A 34-year-old Felton man has been arrested on multiple charges after police say he returned to a Royal Farms on South DuPont Highway where he had previously been involved in a trespassing complaint. Felton Police said officers initially responded in late March after the suspect reportedly refused to leave the store, became disorderly, and used…
The City of Salisbury has announced that the Maryland Folk Festival will not take place in 2026 due to funding challenges following a difficult sponsorship and grant cycle. After careful evaluation, the City determined that it cannot produce the Festival at the quality and experience level the community expects. Since its transition from the National Folk Festival,…
Salisbury University is advising the public of significant traffic and parking changes for its Spring Commencement ceremonies scheduled May 20–21. The Wednesday graduate ceremony at Maggs Physical Activities Center and Thursday undergraduate ceremony at Sea Gull Stadium will bring heavy traffic around campus, with expected delays on major routes including Route 13, Milford Street, Beaglin…
To improve maternal safety and continuity of care, Delaware lawmakers filed a bill mandating discharge plans for laboring patients sent home before giving birth. Sponsored by State Senator Marie Pinkney and House Speaker Melissa Minor-Brown, Senate Bill 301 would require hospitals to provide aftercare instructions, assess travel time and distance, confirm reliable transportation, and identify…
DART Statewide Bus Service Change becomes effective Sunday, May 17th. DTC received feedback from riders and the public through two public hearing workshops held in February, as well as website submissions. As a result of a thorough review of all comments, modifications were made to the original proposal. The route specific details can be viewed at Approved…
Recognizing growing risks for consumers as artificial intelligence (AI) technology continues to rapidly advance, the House has passed two bills that aim to protect Delawareans from fraud and deception in an increasingly digital world. Taken together, the two measures would increase penalties for theft involving the impersonation of a family member—a tactic that has become more…
The Dover Police Department is investigating a fatal crash that occurred overnight in the area of South New Street just south of West Division Street. At approximately 12:44 a.m., officers arrived and located a 2013 Nissan Murano that had struck a tree on the side of the roadway. Police found the driver, identified as 26-year-old…
The National Work Zone Safety Awareness campaign was held in recent days as the number of work zone crews—and roadway workers nationwide—increases. Charlie Gischlar, Deputy Director of Communications for the Maryland State Highway Administration, tells the Talk of Delmarva it has been a tragic last week, with multiple fatal crashes reported in work zones. On…
Year after year, children continue to die after being unintentionally left alone in hot cars. Jeanette Fennell, President and Founder of Kids and Car Safety, tells the Talk of Delmarva that families should have a plan in place to prevent this type of tragedy, as it can happen to anyone. Experts say stress and lack…
After trending downward for nearly two weeks, gas prices have seen a 27-cent spike nationwide in the last week. AAA reports that the national average is $1.12 higher than it was this time last year, as oil prices surge above $100/barrel with no indication of when the Strait of Hormuz will reopen. Gas prices are…
Delaware has updated its recreational black sea bass fishing regulations for 2026–2027, lowering the minimum size from 13 to 12.5 inches, opening the season earlier on May 1st, and eliminating an early October closure. The daily limit remains 15 fish. Federal regulators have now aligned with the state, meaning the same rules apply in both…
A new bill introduced in Delaware would create stricter oversight of firearm dealers through a state licensing system aimed at reducing illegal gun trafficking. Senate Bill 300, sponsored by Senate President Pro Tempore Dave Sokola, would require most gun dealers to obtain a state license and meet enhanced standards for inspections, security, training, and reporting.…
Three people have been arrested following a shooting incident that occurred last night, April 29th shortly before 11:30 PM. Officers responded to the Capital Inn for reports of shots fired. As officers responded, a witness called 9-1-1 and said that individuals were seen running into a gray Ford Flex SUV that fled southbound on DuPont…
A Sussex County man has pleaded guilty to transportation of a minor with intent to engage in criminal sexual activity. U.S. District Judge Maryellen Noreika accepted the plea. According to court records, 22-year-old Miles Clark is accused of transporting a 12-year-old girl from her Pennsylvania home to his residence in Delaware for illegal sexual contact.…
The Maryland Department of Transportation is marking Bike Month this May with a series of events promoting bike safety, accessibility, and healthy living, following Governor Wes Moore’s proclamation. Events include Bike & Roll to School Day on May 6th, MDOT webinars on May 7th and May 21st, and Bike to Work Week from May 11th–15th,…
The Delaware Department of Justice has ruled that two separate police shootings were legally justified and not criminal. In an October 4th, 2023 incident in Bridgeville, troopers shot and killed Jordan James after he fired a weapon multiple times while fleeing near the Perdue Feed Mill. Corporal William Schuele returned fire, striking James, who later…
Governor Matt Meyer has named Charles “C.R.” McLeod as Acting Communications Director, which went into effect on April 27th as a search is underway for a permanent replacement. McLeod brings 20 years of communications experience, including roles with the Delaware Department of Transportation and the Delaware Department of State. Applications for the permanent position are…
The Dover Police Department has announced that Corporal Heather Seibert has been named 2025 Officer of the Year, becoming the first female officer in the department’s 101-year history to receive the honor. In addition, Animal Control Officer Caitlyn Smith has been named 2025 Civilian of the Year, marking the first time in department history that…