Mari Lou
The Maryland General Assembly has passed a constitutional amendment that, if ratified by voters in November, will clarify the way Maryland’s congressional districts are drawn. The 2026 Special Session came to an end Tuesday afternoon. The Maryland Republican Caucus says that the majority party has succeeded in disenfranchising over a million Marylanders. The last minute…
A final report has been issued by the Nuclear Energy Feasibility Task Force, which has been studying an option for small modular reactors in the First State. Considered an energy option for Delaware, the Nuclear Energy Feasibility Task Force has said small modular nuclear reactors (SMRs) are not a viable short-term solution. Senator Stephanie Hansen,…
UPDATED – 08/04/26 – A 16 year old boy has been arrested in connection with a shooting incident in the area of Broadstairs Place on July 6th. Throughout the investigation additional victims and property damage has been identified beyond what was initially reported. Four occupied residences, one unoccupied residence and twelve vehicles were struck by gunfire…
UPDATED – 08/04/26 – A fire on Tangier Street in Salisbury last week took the life of a Salisbury man and left two other residents of the row house displaced. Ebony Ballard and her daughter were displaced and now the community is stepping up to help them. Ballard is the Head Girls Basketball Coach at Washington…
UPDATED – 08/04/26 – Dover Police have arrested two suspects after a shooting in June on Topaz Circle in the Emerald Pointe community. Police were called just before 5am on June 13th and found that multiple shots were fired into an occupied residence. There were three people inside the home at the time – no…
User 284190339 · 08-04-26 Fishing Report Monday, we had 2 inches of rain at my house that lasted right through the early morning causing most boats to cancel their trips. Breakwater Tackle on the fishing pier at Cape Henlopen State Park said the rain spoiled the fishing during high tide when action from the pier…
Jonathan Harrell – Ponies at Assateague Island in Maryland. Click for full view
The first day of the White Marlin Open started with stormy weather and rough seas – but 17 of the 334 boats registered in the 53rd White Marlin Open did head out for a day of fishing. Fortunately the rains and storms moved off shore and out of the area. Three boats came to the…
Seaford Police are urging residents to call 911 if they see any suspicious activity. Thanks to internet trends, Seaford Police have seen a recent spike in vehicle thefts. Police say Kia and Hyundai vehicles are targeted most – owners should check with local dealerships about manufacturer updates and wheel lock programs. Remember to always lock your doors,…
Hebron firefighters were called to Log Cabin Road just before 2pm on Saturday, August 1st. Firefighters arriving at the scene found fire in the attic. Multiple fire companies assisted to help put out the fire or provide backup. Investigators say that there was an activated smoke alarm and the fire originated on the exterior deck…
University of Maryland Eastern Shore in Princess Anne is working to establish Maryland’s first in-state school of veterinary medicine. Officials say a comprehensive site visit by the accrediting body – the American Veterinary Medical Association Council on Education was made in June. The evaluation team met with university leaders, faculty, staff, students and more. They…
Delaware Attorney General Kathy Jennings has joined 19 other attorneys general and the Governor of Pennsylvania to file a lawsuit to challenge a federal rule that would illegally undermine the Affordable Care Act and would make health insurance more costly and more difficult to obtain for millions of Americans. The lawsuit seeks to block provisions…
2026 NATIONAL NIGHT OUT National Night Out is a chance to meet your neighbors and your local law enforcement and first responders in a more informal and positive setting. It’s an annual community-building campaign that promotes police-community partnerships and neighborhood camaraderie to make our neighborhoods safer, more caring places to live. Most National Night Out…
User 284190339 · 08-03-26 Fishing Report Sunday the wind was up and that was just a prelude to the week ahead. The White Marlin Open begins on Monday, but I don’t think many boats will be fishing the canyons in 7-to-10-foot seas. Lewes Harbour Marina reported private boats had triggerfish and sheepshead from the Outer…
The 53rd Annual White Marlin Open begins on Monday. Anglers have been in arriving in Ocean City in preparation for the ‘worlds largest billfishing tournament.’ Last year’s tournament saw 282 boats and over 3000 contestants – and over $7.24-million in prize money was awarded – with the top prize – of $3.9-million for a 72-pound…
Maryland lawmakers will meet in special session this week to discuss redistricting. House Bill 2100 (see below) is a constitutional amendment to consider a bill amending the rules for drawing new congressional districts. It will ask voters to decide through a referendum question whether the wording that addresses how congressional district maps are drawn should…
The Woodland Ferry will be closed most of next week due to staffing and maintenance issues. The Woodland Ferry will be closed Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday – and is expected to resume normal operations on Monday, August 10.
User 284190339 · 08-02-26 Fishing Report Saturday, we hand another good weather day and good fishing followed suit. Lewes Harbour Marina reported the head boat Angler brought in 200 spot from Delaware Bay. The Pirate King and the Chasin Tail had good catches of croaker, also from Delaware Bay. The private boat The Master had…
Rosanna Knudtson – Heading to Fresh Pond at Ocean View. Click for full view
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User 284190339 · 08-01-26 Fishing Report Friday saw decent weather and lots of fish were caught. Dan at Dan’s Tackle reported that Broadkill Beach had good fishing for spot and croaker with bloodworms and Fishbites doing most of the damage. The Broadkill River gave up croaker, a few spot and some flounder. The flounder were…
A reminder – beginning today – Maryland’s State Fish is off-limits! The striped bass fishery in the Chesapeake Bay and its tidal tributaries – is closed through August 31st. This targeted closure is to protect the younger, resident striped bass population when hot water and air temperatures in mid-summer make fish more vulnerable to dying…
Barb Moulinier – Rehoboth Beach – Baby green heron near Lewes. Click for full view
For the 2nd time in history, the American Red Cross has declared a national blood crisis. Whether you’re a first-time donor or a lifelong donor, your appointment could help save multiple lives. Blood donations are historically lower during the summer, but officials say blood donations have fallen to a 4-year low – worsening the emergency…