Joe Ciccanti

DART’s Beach Bus Service Information for Labor Day

By Joe Ciccanti / August 30, 2023

On Labor Day, DART’s Beach Bus service and Route 305 Beach Connection will operate, but all other fixed route and paratransit services will not be in service. Monday, September 4th is the last day of service for the seasonal Route 305 Beach Connection; however, the Beach Bus service will continue to operate daily through September 10th, with service to Rehoboth Beach and the Boardwalk,…

UPDATED: 2 Arrests in Lewes Animal Neglect Case; 14 Additional Dogs Rescued

By Joe Ciccanti / August 28, 2023

UPDATED – 08/28/23 – Two people have been arrested in connection with an animal cruelty case in Lewes. Delaware State Police were tipped that 32 year old Dillon Hensey and 32 year old Chelsie Puckett were spotted in a parking lot on Coastal Highway in Rehoboth Beach. Police found them parked in their SUV. Delaware…

Two from Orlando, Florida Arrested in Laurel, DE for Fraudulent Credit Card Purchases

By Joe Ciccanti / August 24, 2023

Delaware State Police arrested two individuals–both from Orlando, Florida for attempting to purchase car parts in Laurel with illegitimate credit cards. On August 23rd at around 10 a.m., troopers arrived at West Side Auto Parts at 4740 Sharptown Road, and the two immediately drove away in a U-Haul van. Officers chased them, and the van…

DelDOT Traffic Alert: Intersection Improvements to Start Next Month on Route 1 Between Route 24 and Old Landing Road

By Joe Ciccanti / August 24, 2023

Lane Closures on Route 1 between Route 24 and Old Landing Road will start Tuesday, September 5th and continue through late November (weather permitting) due to work that will be done to improve the intersection. Improvements include the extension of the SR 1 southbound U-turn Lane approaching Old Landing Road and removal of one of two SR 1 northbound left-turn lanes approaching…

Millsboro Wawa Robbed; Police Identify Suspect Through Video Surveillance

By Joe Ciccanti / August 24, 2023

Delaware State Police have arrested a 34-year-old Millsboro man for robbing the Wawa in Millsboro around 3 a.m. Saturday morning. Troopers spoke with the cashier and learned that a man wearing a sweatshirt, mask, and gloves went into the store to buy a cigar. When the cashier opened the register drawer, he tried to steal…

Lt. Governor Miller Joins State Employees and Maryland Alliance of Boys and Girls Clubs to Deliver Back to School Supplies

By Joe Ciccanti / August 24, 2023

To help ensure students across Maryland are prepared for the 2023-24 school year, Lt. Governor Aruna Miller at the Boys & Girls Clubs of Annapolis & Anne Arundel County, helped pack bags of notebooks, pencils, glue sticks and other supplies – all donated by state employees and the general public during the 2023 Back to…

Absentee Voting Information for Upcoming Bethany Beach Annual Municipal Election

By Joe Ciccanti / August 24, 2023

Bethany Beach Town Hall will be open for absentee voting for two more Saturdays ahead of the Annual Municipal Election, which will be held on Saturday, September 9th from 12:00 Noon until 6:00 p.m. in the Town Meeting Room on 214 Garfield Parkway. The dates and times Town Hall will be open for absentee voting…

Home Invasion in Nanticoke, MD Under Investigation

By Joe Ciccanti / August 24, 2023

A home invasion that occurred at a home on Bank Road in Nanticoke, Maryland is under investigation. According to the Wicomico County Sheriff’s Office, in the early morning hours of August 14th, two individuals forced open a door displaying handguns. The two then assaulted the person inside causing serious injuries. They ransacked the residence and…

School Bus Laws in Maryland as Students Head Back to Class

By Joe Ciccanti / August 24, 2023

With students returning to class next week, Maryland State Police and the Maryland Center for School Safety (MCSS) remind motorists to stop for school buses. Drivers must stop at least 20 feet from a school bus with the stop arm extended and the red lights flashing. Also, they must not pass the bus from any…

Governor’s Task Force Arrests Two Men in Dagsboro for Drug Dealing

By Joe Ciccanti / August 24, 2023

Two men have been arrested following a traffic stop in Dagsboro on Tuesday night. A trooper assigned to the Sussex County Governor’s Task Force stopped a car on Firetower Road due to a suspended registration and smelled a strong odor of raw marijuana coming from the vehicle. One of the men had about 5.32 grams…

Two Arrested for an Armed Robbery in Ocean City, MD and Separate Incidents in Millsboro and Georgetown

By Joe Ciccanti / August 23, 2023

Ocean City, Maryland Police have charged two individuals in connection to an armed robbery that occurred during the afternoon hours on June 3rd. The robbery happened at around 3:24 p.m. that day on Constitutional Avenue. The victim told police three individuals approached him while he was outside. One of the individuals pointed a handgun at…

18-Year-Old Felon Arrested in Laurel for Drug Dealing and Gun Possession

By Joe Ciccanti / August 23, 2023

Delaware State Police have arrested 18-year-old Jeremiah Handy of Seaford, Delaware for gun possession and drug dealing. Handy is a probationer and convicted felon prohibited from possessing firearms. The arrest happened yesterday afternoon at the 400 building of Little Creek Apartments in Laurel after the Sussex County Governor’s Task Force received information that Handy was selling drugs…

Delaware State Police Looking for Felton Man with Warrants for His Arrest

By Joe Ciccanti / August 23, 2023

Delaware State Police need your help with locating a 36-year-old Felton man who has three active felony warrants for his arrest for a host of offenses including theft, burglary, and a police pursuit. If you know where Todd Hockensmith is or have any info about his whereabouts, contact State Police. Contact Info: : Call Sergeant…

Wicomico County Sheriff’s Office Investigating Missing Person Case

By Joe Ciccanti / August 23, 2023

The Wicomico County Sheriff’s Office requesting help in locating Mildred “Milly” Marie Nickles. On August 5th, Nickles was reporting missing and was reportedly last seen in July. During the course of the investigation, deputies learned that Nickles is homeless and transient. According to reports, she will travel between the Salisbury area and the Baltimore area,…

Mosquito Pool Tests Positive for West Nile Virus in Worcester County

By Joe Ciccanti / August 23, 2023

The Worcester County Health Department received notification from the State of Maryland that a mosquito pool in the Whaleyville area of Worcester County recently tested positive for West Nile Virus (WNV). This is the first positive test for WNV in Worcester in 2023. West Nile Virus is the leading cause of mosquito-borne disease in the continental…

New Student Enrollment at UMES Increases for Third Straight Year; Incoming Student Population on Pace to Surpass 2015 Record Class

By Joe Ciccanti / August 23, 2023

The University of Maryland Eastern Shore is set to have its largest incoming freshman and transfer class since 2015, when the institution had 1,011 new students arrive on campus in Princess Anne at the start of the school year. In the fall of 2022, 733 new undergraduate students were enrolled at UMES. UMES’s Vice President…

Laurel Man Arrested for Truck Stop Robbery

By Joe Ciccanti / August 23, 2023

Delaware State Police have arrested a 40-year-old Laurel man for a robbery that occurred early yesterday morning at the Oasis Travel Plaza truck stop in Laurel. On August 22nd at about 2:00 a.m., troopers arrived at the truck stop and learned that the robber put his hand in his pocket and threatened to shoot the…

Trappe, MD Man Arrested on Theft and Firearm Charges

By Joe Ciccanti / August 23, 2023

A 20-year-old Trappe, Maryland man is facing theft and firearm charges stemming from the illegal purchase of a stolen firearm and being a minor in possession of a firearm. Allen Thomas had a bail review in Talbot County District Court, where he was released on a $30,000 unsecured personal bond. Thomas’ case is pending further…

Reduced Beach Bus Stop Service During Oceans Calling Festival

By Joe Ciccanti / August 23, 2023

Ocean City officials are anticipating next month’s Oceans Calling Festival to be one of the busiest events the Town has hosted. With the expected number of bus riders and possible traffic delays, the Ocean City Beach Bus will be operating in a reduced-stop, express service mode, which will be in effect Friday, September 29th, Saturday,…

New Executive Director at the Delaware Law Related Education Center

By Joe Ciccanti / August 23, 2023

As educators and students prepare to return to the classroom this fall, the Delaware Law RelatedEducation Center announced this month that Betsy Renzo has been appointed as the organization’s newexecutive director. The Center, or DELREC as it is known, is a private nonprofit that was founded in 1995 and provides services to Delaware schools on…

Shots Fired at Residence in Salisbury

By Joe Ciccanti / August 23, 2023

The Wicomico County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a shooting that occurred in the early morning hours of August 20th. Someone shot 14 rounds at a home on Brown Road in Salisbury. Two adults and two children were inside, but no injuries were reported. The Criminal Investigation Division is requesting your assistance with identifying the one…

City of Milford Council to Adopt 2023-2028 Strategic Plan

By Joe Ciccanti / August 20, 2023

The Milford City Council will review a final draft of the 2023-2028 Strategic Plan at the Monday, August 28th City Council Meeting. You are invited to view the draft plan online at https://bit.ly/COM2328plan and make public comments at the meeting beginning at 6pm. City officials worked to establish six priority areas for the 2023-2028 Strategic…

Governor Carney Signs Multiple Pieces of Legislation

By Joe Ciccanti / August 18, 2023

Governor John Carney yesterday signed multiple pieces of legislation including Senate Bill 165, (regarding pharmacy practice) Senate Bill 189, (related to Uniform Controlled Substances Act and drug testing strips), and Senate Bill 129, (related to animal shelter standards and treatment of animals in shelters) as well as both Senate Bill 92 and Senate Bill 93 (pertaining to the Delaware Public…

First Positive Test in 2023 for Eastern Equine Encephalitis in Worcester County

By Joe Ciccanti / August 18, 2023

The Worcester County Health Department received notification from the State of Maryland that a mosquito pool in the Whaleyville area of Worcester County recently tested positive for Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE). The mosquito species that tested positive feeds primarily on birds. This is the first positive test for EEE in the county this year.   …

Delaware State Police Arrest Dover Man on Firearm and Drug Charges

By Joe Ciccanti / August 17, 2023

Delaware State Police have arrested a Dover man who was found to be in possession of drugs and several weapons, including a concealed handgun. Last night at about 10:00 p.m., a trooper assigned to the Governor’s Task Force saw a bicyclist merge onto northbound N. Dupont Highway from White Oak Road in Dover without using…