Joe Ciccanti

Salisbury Man Arrested for Distributing Controlled Dangerous Substances

By Joe Ciccanti / July 20, 2023

A Salisbury man is currently being held without bond at Wicomico County Detention Center after the county Sheriff’s Office Community Action Team (CAT) conducted an investigation into the distribution of controlled dangerous substances from his home on Jack Drive. On June 27th, surveillance that was established at the home of 59-year-old Charles Lee Huntington showed…

Opening Day of the Delaware State Fair

By Joe Ciccanti / July 20, 2023

Today, July 20th, is Opening Day of the Delaware State Fair. Gates will open at 12:00 noon marking the start of the 104th year of the fair. You’ll find additional information on the State Fair website. HOME | Delaware State Fair

Tier 3 Sex Offender in Maryland Arrested for Failing to Provide Required Information

By Joe Ciccanti / July 20, 2023

Gary Lee Corkell, who is a Tier 3 Sex Offender, was arrested on a Caroline County District Court Arrest Warrant for failing to provide required information during re-registration appointment. Caroline County Sheriff’s Office Detectives learned that Corkell had been operating a vehicle without providing that information as required by the State of Maryland. Corkell was…

Delaware Chancery Position Title Changed

By Joe Ciccanti / July 19, 2023

The title of “Master in Chancery,” which has existed in Delaware since the 1980s, is now referred to as ““Magistrate in Chancery.” The previous title–“Mastery in Chancery”–carries negative connotations for many Delawareans due to the use of the word “master” and its connection to slavery. According to the State of Delaware Administrative Office of the…

Accidental Fire Heavily Damages Selbyville Business

By Joe Ciccanti / July 19, 2023

A fire that heavily damaged a Selbyville business has been ruled accidental. The blaze occurred on Dixon Street at the Avalanche Industries shortly before 7:30 a.m. yesterday. According to the Delaware State Fire Marshal’s office, faulty electric wiring caused the fire, which started in the attic. No injuries were reported, but damage to the business…

Maryland Senator Calls for Special Session to Reduce Gas Tax and Address State’s Gun Violence

By Joe Ciccanti / July 19, 2023

Senator Mary Beth Carozza continues to call for a Special Session of the Maryland General Assembly to stop Maryland’s automatic 10 percent gas tax increase which went into effect on July 1st. She also renewed her support for the Special Session to act on legislation to address Maryland’s gun violence. According to Carozza, the Maryland…

Grandmother Faces Criminal Charges Following Altercation at Elementary School in Salisbury

By Joe Ciccanti / July 19, 2023

A 52-year-old grandmother in Wicomico County is facing assault charges after an incident occurred at Prince Street Elementary School in Salisbury in June. According to the Wicomico County Sheriff’s Office, two juveniles had been involved in a fight on June 14th. The mother and grandmother of one of the juveniles responded back to Prince Street…

Laurel Man Arrested for Liquor Store Burglary

By Joe Ciccanti / July 19, 2023

Delaware State Police have arrested a 30-year-old Laurel man for breaking into Lakeshore Wine and Spirits on Sussex Highway in Laurel shortly after 1 a.m. July 13th. Security cameras recorded him. Police say merchandise was stolen from the closed business and the window broken to gain entry. Shawn Jones of Laurel faces multiple charges including…

Felton Teen Wanted for Felony Burglary in Sussex County

By Joe Ciccanti / July 19, 2023

Delaware State Police need your help to locate a person wanted for a felony burglary in Sussex County. Police are looking for 18-year-old Tayshaun Mosley of Felton. Attempts to locate Mosley have been unsuccessful. Troopers are asking anyone who may know of Tayshaun Mosley’s whereabouts to contact Detective W. Saylor by calling 302-752-3897. Information may…

Delaware Treasurer Colleen Davis Launches Campaign for Congress

By Joe Ciccanti / July 19, 2023

Today, Delaware Treasurer Colleen Davis launched her campaign for Congress in the Delaware at-large seat. She says Serving as Delaware’s Treasurer has meant fighting for hardworking families, seniors and the vulnerable, to help keep them safe and secure. She adds that she’s now running for Congress because of the need for leaders who know what…

Governor Wes Moore Launches Campaign to Help Reach Goal of Available and Affordable Internet Service to MD Households

By Joe Ciccanti / July 19, 2023

With the commitment to extending broadband internet access to all Marylanders and making it more affordable, Governor Wes Moore this week launched the Maryland ActNow campaign in partnership with EducationSuperHighway. The governor yesterday was joined by U.S. Department of Commerce Deputy Secretary Don Graves, state and local officials, and leadership from non-profit EducationSuperHighway to illustrate…

Blades, Delaware Man Arrested for 4th Offense DUI

By Joe Ciccanti / July 14, 2023

A 56-year-old Blades, Delaware man is in jail for 4th Offense DUI following a police pursuit that occurred in Seaford Tuesday evening. Police say Christopher Waller disregarded the trooper’s attempts to stop the truck he was driving and continued heading to his home on East 2nd Street. After Waller stopped the truck in his yard,…

Prayer Vigil to be Held for Victims and Families of Mass Shootings in Salisbury and Across U.S.

By Joe Ciccanti / July 13, 2023

In the wake of the mass shootings that have occurred across the nation including in Salisbury, a community prayer vigil and walk for peace will take place Sunday, July 16th from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Wesley Temple United Methodist Church on West Road in Salisbury. Those in attendance will hear from Local law…

Record Wild Turkey Harvest for Delaware’s 2023 Spring Hunting Season

By Joe Ciccanti / July 13, 2023

Hunters in Delaware reported harvesting 785 wild turkeys during the month-long spring turkey season – which is 38% more than the total for the 2022 hunting season and a new all-time high harvest for the state, according to the Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control (DNREC). The total easily eclipsed Delaware’s previous record harvest…

Ocean City Police Seeking Help in Identifying Group of Guys Caught on Video Harming Fish

By Joe Ciccanti / July 13, 2023

The Ocean City, Maryland Police Department needs your help in identifying several individuals who were involved in an animal cruelty incident that occurred during the early morning hours of Saturday, July 1st. On Saturday, July 13, 2023, around 2:47 a.m., a group of five guys stopped at a home located in the 10 block of…

Update on the North Millsboro Bypass Project

By Joe Ciccanti / July 13, 2023

Construction has started for a two-lane connector road between Route 113 and Route 24 north of Millsboro. The project has been split into two parts consisting of a grade separation and the connector road. The grade-separated project is anticipated to begin this fall. The new alignment will start at US 113 and extend eastward bridging…

University of Delaware Student Faces Several Charges After Dating Violence Incident

By Joe Ciccanti / July 13, 2023

A University of Delaware undergraduate student is in jail and has been barred from campus after a dating violence incident occurred this week on campus. Based upon physical evidence and facts available at the scene, both individuals—23-year-old Joshua McCary and a woman, who is also an undergraduate student–were initially charged with third-degree assault, a misdemeanor,…

Downtown Water Main Replacement in Salisbury; Water to be Shut Off Temporarily

By Joe Ciccanti / July 13, 2023

Underground utility maintenance work will take place on South Division Street in Salisbury on Monday, July 17th at 10 pm. Crews will begin excavating at 9 PM, and water will be shut off temporarily in the affected area starting at/around 10 PM. All water will be restored before Tuesday morning for businesses and residents to…

Northeast States Announce I-95 Speed Enforcement Campaign

By Joe Ciccanti / July 13, 2023

Update: The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) is running a national speed enforcement campaign this month. Coinciding with that, a number of states up and down the eastern seaboard along the I-95 corridor will be stepping up enforcement– focusing especially on July 21st.  Specifically in Delaware, enforcement that coincides with the NHTSA’s campaign is…

State Investments to Aid Community Efforts Benefiting Delawareans

By Joe Ciccanti / July 13, 2023

Local nonprofit and government organizations that perform work to benefit Delawareans are receiving help thanks to the Delaware General Assembly’s recent approval of the Community Reinvestment Fund. State Representative Rich Collins advocated to secure several allocations in Sussex County including: • $230,000 for the Town of Dagsboro for new construction & demolition of the Dagsboro…

Waterfowl Blind Site Licensing Process Now Available for 2023-24

By Joe Ciccanti / July 12, 2023

The Maryland Department of Natural Resources is offering an online process for Maryland hunters to apply for a 2023-2024 waterfowl blind site license, which reserves a location for a landowner or an authorized individual to place a hunting blind. From now through July 25 at 11:59 p.m., hunters may enter the annual lottery for the opening days…

Maryland Agencies and Organizations Awarded Grants for Highway Safety Efforts

By Joe Ciccanti / July 12, 2023

33 agencies and organizations in Maryland have been awarded grants for safety projects and the development of local strategic highway safety plans. Governor Wes Moore today announced that nearly $1 million will be distributed to those agencies and organizations for initiatives to promote pedestrian and bicyclist safety as well as local strategic highway safety plans.…

Millsboro Man Arrested on Felony Firearm Charges After Accidentally Shooting Himself

By Joe Ciccanti / July 12, 2023

A 44-year-old Millsboro man was arrested at an area hospital on firearm and other charges. He told Delaware state police troopers that he accidentally shot himself at his home on Cordrey Road. Police say Robert Bishop is a convicted felon prohibited from owning/possessing a firearm. Troopers recovered the firearm, ammunition, and a crossbow from Bishop’s…

DelDOT to Hold Public Workshop Regarding Proposed Improvements at Felton Intersection

By Joe Ciccanti / July 12, 2023

A lot of accidents have occurred at one particular intersection in Felton–Canterbury Road (Route 15) and Andrews Lake Road. A DelDOT Public Workshop will be held today, July 12th on proposed safety improvements at that intersection. The workshop will take place between 4:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. at Polytech High School on 823 Walnut Shade Road…

Delaware Department of Health and Social Services Adds Enhancements to CostAware Website

By Joe Ciccanti / July 12, 2023

Enhancements have been added to the CostAware website, designed to help you understand how your health care dollars are spent. The information compares the variation of average costs for different episodes of care and medical services based on actual medical claims in Delaware, according to the Delaware Department of Health and Social Services. The newest CostAware enhancements…