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Talk of Delmarva Picture of the Day

By Mari Lou / September 24, 2026

Charles Parkhill – Osprey nest at Long Neck. Click for full view

Talk of Delmarva Fishing Report 09/23/26

By Mari Lou / September 23, 2026

User 284190339 · 09-23-26 Fishing Report The wind and the waves shut down all fishing on Tuesday and if the forecast holds, we won’t have any fishing this entire week. Winds are forecasted to top out at 40 knots and seas on the ocean are supposed to get as high a 14 feet. Delaware Bay…

UPDATED: Sussex County Council Supports Grant Application for Nanticoke Crossing Park and Approves 2 Sewer Annexations, One for Belmead Farm

By Mari Lou / September 22, 2026

UPDATED – 09/22/26 – The Sussex County Council was back in session after two weeks off for the Labor Day holiday and the Delaware Primary. The Council heard a presentation from the Boys & Girls Clubs of Delaware CEO, John Wellons, who updated the Council on plans for a new facility for the Georgetown Boys &…

UPDATED: Salisbury Man Sentenced to Life without Parole after Murder of Father

By Mari Lou / September 22, 2026

UPDATED – 09/22/26 – A Salisbury man has been sentenced to life in prison without parole. Ja’Bril Walters was convicted during a a four-day jury trial for 1st and 2nd degree murder, assault, firearms offenses and altering physical evidence. Circuit Court for Wicomico County Judge S. James Sarbanes sentenced the 33 year old Walters last Friday.…

Rehoboth Beach Officials Monitoring Significant Coastal Storm

By Mari Lou / September 22, 2026

National Weather Service Expecting Coastal and Marine Hazards This Week; Storm Could Impact Rehoboth Beach  The City of Rehoboth Beach is monitoring a significant coastal storm that is expected to impact our area this week. According to the National Weather Service (as of Tuesday, 9/22 at 7:00am): Coastal Flood Advisories are in effect for the…

UPDATED: Maryland State Police Arrest 4th Suspect in Fatal Shooting in Dorchester County

By Mari Lou / September 22, 2026

UPDATED – 09/22/26 – Another suspect has been charged in the death of 5 year old Na’Ryah Adams of Linkwood in August. A 16 year old from Dorchester County is the 4th suspect arrested and is charged with 1st degree murder and other offenses. He is currently being held at the Dorchester County Detention Center.…

Wicomico County Sheriff’s Office Investigates Bomb Threats Targeting Fruitland Schools

By Mari Lou / September 22, 2026

Monday morning just after 10:30 the Fruitland Police Department received two separate bomb threat calls on the non-emergency dispatch line. Officials say both calls originated from the same phone number, but two distinct voices were heard. The callers referenced Fruitland Elementary School, poison gas and ‘gauging their eyes out.’ Investigation determined that there is no…

PUBLIC NOTICE: 2026 Maryland laws impacting housing providers will take effect October 1PUBLIC NOTICE: 2026 Maryland Laws Impacting Housing Providers Take Effect October 1

By Mari Lou / September 22, 2026

October first will see several Maryland housing laws take effect. These laws will affect renters, prospective tenants and housing providers but addressing criminal history screening for prospective tenants, protections for renters who use income-based housing subsidies, positive rental payment reporting and air-conditioning requirements for certain residential rental properties. Additional information from the Maryland Department of…

Protecting Permanent Absentee Voting in Delaware Upheld by Delaware Supreme Court

By Mari Lou / September 22, 2026

Two candidates (Senator Gerald Hocker and iPod State Senate candidate Steven Washington) in Delaware’s November General Election filed suit in the Delaware Court of Chancery challenging the constitutionality of the state’s permanent absentee voting statute. They alleged that the statute impermissibly expanded the categories of absentee voters laid out in the Delaware Constitution by permitting…

Talk of Delmarva Fishing Report 09/22/26

By Mari Lou / September 22, 2026

User 284190339 · 09-22-26 Fishing Report We usually have a northeast storm to transition from summer to fall. It will normally last one or two days. This year it is going to last a week and carry over on to the full moon. Unfortunately, that will allow one high tide to build up on the…

Talk of Delmarva Picture of the Day

By Mari Lou / September 22, 2026

Barb Moulinier – Gulls and horseshoe crabs by the water’s edge at the Rehoboth Bay. Click for full view

Cambridge Police Mourn Captain Who Died on Duty

By Mari Lou / September 21, 2026

The Cambridge police department has announced the line-of-duty death of Captain Ronald “Shane” Hinson. In a release, officials announced that Captain Hinson died Monday and was on duty at the time of his passing. Captain Hinson served the City of Cambridge for over 27 years. Cambridge Police Department September 21st, 2026 It is with profound…

It’s Still Beach Season – Swimmers Should Go Where Lifeguards Remain on Duty

By Mari Lou / September 21, 2026

If you’re headed to Delmarva beaches – some are no longer guarded or have guards widely spread out. If there is no lifeguard at the beach where you plan to swim – move to where there is an occupied guard stand. If there are no guards on duty you’re advised to stay out of the…

UPDATED: Woodland Ferry Maintenance Closure Extended to October 9

By Mari Lou / September 21, 2026

UPDATED – 09/21/26 – The Woodland Ferry remains out of service for maintenance work.  DelDOT officials say the ferry near Seaford is now expected to return to service on Friday, October 9th.   ======================================================== ORIGINAL STORY – 09/11/26 – DelDOT officials have announced the Woodland Ferry is again closed for maintenance until Monday, September 21st. Drivers…

Four Arrested During Dover Police Traffic Stop – Recovery of Two Loaded Guns

By Mari Lou / September 21, 2026

A traffic stop Friday evening led to the arrest of 4 Kent County men and the recovery of 2 loaded handguns. Dover Police stopped a minivan after committing a traffic violation on Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard. As the 4 occupants left the vehicle police spotted a handgun on the floor behind the passenger seat.…

Gov Meyer Announces New Actions To Cut Red Tape & Support Small Businesses

By Mari Lou / September 21, 2026

In May, Governor Matt Meyer signed Executive Order 21, which established an Office of Small Business Access (OSBA) in the Division of Small Business. Recently the Governor announced progress to implement the Executive Order – which will remove regulatory barriers, promote equitable access and foster collaboration through the new OSBA. Additional information from Gov. Meyer: …

DSP Investigating a Death at Broadkill Beach

By Mari Lou / September 21, 2026

Delaware State Police are investigating a death in Broadkill Beach. Police say that a woman’s body was found Saturday afternoon on Broadkill Beach in the area of the 2500 block South Bayshore Drive. The investigation is continuing – if you have information contact State Police at 302-644-5020 or Crime Stoppers at 302-644-5020.    

Talk of Delmarva Fishing Report 09/21/26

By Mari Lou / September 21, 2026

User 284190339 · 09-21-26 Fishing Report Captain Aaron Hurd on the Gale Force had the Yoder family out for flounder on Saturday morning and they were able to put six keepers in the box to dad Danny Yoder’s 7.4-pounder. They came back from the ocean into the Indian River Inlet to find the bluefish blitzing…

Talk of Delmarva Picture of the Day

By Mari Lou / September 21, 2026

Holly Meyers – Las Vegas – Vacation sunrise in Ocean City. Click for full view

Bridgeville Man Arrested After Armed Confrontation in Felton

By Mari Lou / September 20, 2026

A Bridgeville man was arrested after he illegally entered a barn in the Felton area and threatened to victims with a firearm just after 11:30 Thursday night. Delaware State Police arrived at Black Swamp Road and learned that 55 year old John Baker of Bridgeville was intoxicated, got into an argument with a victim and…

UPDATED: Salisbury Man Charged in Shooting Incident near Ellendale Friday Evening

By Mari Lou / September 20, 2026

UPDATED – 09/20/26 – Delaware State Police identified 39-year-old Santos Maria Chilel Soto, from Georgetown as the woman who was fatally shot Friday evening in Ellendale.  ===================================================== ORIGINAL STORY – 09/19/26 – A Salisbury man is charged with manslaughter after a shooting incident near Ellendale Friday evening. Delaware State Police were called to an open…

Delaware Primary Election Results Certified

By Mari Lou / September 20, 2026

On Friday the Delaware Department of Elections certified Tuesday’s Primary Election results. Now that the races are set for the November General Election – voters can begin to think about early voting – again. Early voting for the General Election will begin on Thursday, October 22.   General Election Early Voting Dates & Times: October 22,…

Worcester County Fire Marshal Matthew Owens Honored with Jarboe Lifetime Achievement Award

By Mari Lou / September 20, 2026

Worcester County Fire Marshal Matthew Owens has been named the recipient of the Fire Chief James E. Jarboe Public Safety Lifetime Achievement Award. This recognizes Owens’ extraordinary commitment to the fire service, law enforcement and public safety throughout his 45-year career. Owens began his fire service as a 13 year old with the Parsonsburg Volunteer…

Talk of Delmarva Fishing Report 09/20/26

By Mari Lou / September 20, 2026

User 284190339 · 09-20-26 Fishing Report The National Weather Service reported winds of 15 knots from the northeast with gusts to 20 knots. Whoever makes up that marine forecast also said the seas would be 2 to 3 feet. Anyone who has ever been out on the water with 15-knot northeast winds and 20-knot gusts…

Talk of Delmarva Picture of the Day

By Mari Lou / September 20, 2026

Dave Nelson – Ocean View – US Coast Guard boat cruising through Indian River Inlet. Click for full view