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City of Salisbury Announces Temporary Closure of Right Entryway to Upper Levels of Garage for Repairs

By Mari Lou / January 21, 2025

The City of Salisbury announces that the right entryway to the upper levels of the municipal garage will be temporarily closed for necessary repairs from Thursday, January 23, through Saturday, January 25, 2025.   Flaggers will be on-site to direct traffic safely during this period. Motorists are urged to exercise caution when entering and exiting…

2 Alarm Fire Destroys 4 Buildings on Franks Island in Somerset County

By Mari Lou / January 21, 2025

Firefighters from the Deal Island-Chance Volunteer Fire Company were called to Franks Island in Somerset County around 1:30 Monday afternoon. Firefighters arriving on the 20 acre privately-owned island found a fire that included 4 structures. Maryland State Fire Marshal investigators believe the fire began in a 32-foot by 60-foot structure. Strong winds and low tide…

Talk of Delmarva Picture of the Day

By Mari Lou / January 21, 2025

ML – Lewes – Frozen water at St Martins Neck near Ocean City. Click for full view

Federalsburg Teen Dies in Weekend Crash in Federalsburg

By Mari Lou / January 20, 2025

A two vehicle crash Sunday in Caroline County has left a 17 year old Federalsburg boy dead. Maryland State Police were called just before midnight on Sunday for a crash on Route 313 in Federalsburg. Police say the teen was a passenger in a Ford Fusion that rear-ended a dump truck that was stopped partially…

Ellendale Man Arrested for Theft of Pull-Behind Campers

By Mari Lou / January 20, 2025

An Ellendale man has been arrested on theft and related charges in the theft of pull-behind campers. Delaware State Police were called to Blacksmith Shop Road in Greenwood on January 12 for a reported theft of two campers. Police learned that on January 10th an unknown suspect in a black pickup stole a 28-foot Keystone…

UPDATE: Runways, Taxiways & Ramps Open at Easton Airport

By Mari Lou / January 20, 2025

UPDATED  – 01/20/25 – 4:45pm  – Please note the following updates as of January 20, 2025, at 1630L: Runways: Runways 4/22 and 15/33 are open. Braking action is good. All taxiways and ramps are open. Braking action is good. As always, check NOTAMs before flying. Public Spaces: Please use extra caution in and around public areas and parking lots.…

Three from Magnolia Arrested on Weapons & Drug Charges

By Mari Lou / January 20, 2025

Three people from Magnolia have been arrested after members of the Kent County Drug Unit, Kent County Governor’s Task Force and Delaware State Police SORT executed a search warrant at a house on Gray’s Lane in Magnolia. The search warrant was the result of an investigation of 58 year old Tina Burris, 22 year old…

Somerset County Sheriff’s Office Investigates Suspicious Activity near Sharp Propane

By Mari Lou / January 20, 2025

The Somerset County Sheriff’s Office reports suspicious activity on Route 13 just south of Princess Anne on Friday, January 17th.  Officials say that a concerned citizen spotted three men in a blue SUV taking photographs near the Sharp Propane Facility – the second report of this activity in two weeks. A Deputy who was nearby…

Inauguration of President Donald J. Trump – 47th President

By Mari Lou / January 20, 2025

In just over an hour President-elect Donald Trump will take the formal oath of office to become the 47th President of the United States. The motorcade is just leaving the White House enroute to the Capitol. Delaware U.S. Senator Chris Coons issued a statement ahead of the second inauguration of President Trump. “Today, Donald Trump…

Talk of Delmarva Picture of the Day

By Mari Lou / January 20, 2025

Charles Wagoner – Indian River Inlet Bridge. Click for full view

Two Vehicle Crash West of Millsboro Sends 7 to Area Hospitals

By Mari Lou / January 19, 2025

Seven people were injured in a two vehicle crash Saturday morning west of Millsboro. Delaware State Police tell the Talk of Delmarva that the driver of a Nissan Altima that was southbound on Careys Camp Road failed to stop for a stop sign and collided with a Buick SUV that was eastbound on Millsboro Highway.…

Greenwood Voters Elect Branden Cessna & AJ Massey to Town Council

By Mari Lou / January 19, 2025

UPDATED – 01/19/25 – Greenwood voters have opted for change. Brandon Cessna was the top vote-getter in Saturday’s election with 82 votes followed by Anthony “AJ” Massey with 65. Incumbent Mike Moran won 41 votes and Luis Muniz received 12. Cessna and Massey will be sworn in at the next Council meeting and the Council…

City of Salisbury Closures for Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day on January 20

By Mari Lou / January 19, 2025

The City of Salisbury honors the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. on Monday, January 20, 2025. This day serves as an opportunity to reflect on Dr. King’s enduring vision of justice, equality, and unity.   In observance of the holiday, all City of Salisbury offices will be closed on Monday, January…

Wicomico County Closures for Martin Luther King, Jr. Day

By Mari Lou / January 19, 2025

Wicomico County Government Offices will be closed Monday, January 20, 2025, in observance of the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Birthday Celebration. On Monday, January 20, 2025, the Newland Park Landfill, Convenience Center and Brush Pile will be opened. All external Convenience Centers, Upper Ferry and Whitehaven Ferry will be closed. For more information, please…

Five Charged after Laurel Drug Investigation

By Mari Lou / January 18, 2025

A drug investigation by Laurel Police ended with the arrest of five people. Police executed a search warrant on Friday at the Hollybrook Apartment Complex where they seized crack cocaine, methamphetamine and U-S currency.  Laurel Police arrested: 43 year old Paul Parker of Laurel 38 year old Otis Williams of Laurel 36 year old Brian…

Talk of Delmarva Radio Flea Market 01/18/25

By Mari Lou / January 18, 2025

Jim – 305-469-5005 – Italian leather ottoman off-white – $35 – Blue rug 8’x10′ – $10 – Off white loveseat – $100 Owen – 302-386-9493 – Orange Gretsch electromatic hollow body, tv jones pick up – upgraded tuning machine with case – $600 Vince – 302-462-7889 – 1975 Corvette project car – $4000 – 1979…

Salisbury Fire Department & City of Salisbury Awarded Grant to Battle Opioid ODs and Addiction

By Mari Lou / January 18, 2025

A $542,000 grant has been awarded to the Salisbury Fire Department and the City of Salisbury from the Maryland Office of Overdose Response. This is a two-year grant designated for the enhancement of opioid overdose and addiction response efforts – as well as community outreach and education. The Salisbury Fire Department plans to utilize these…

Gas Prices on the Rise – Crude Oil Costs Higher

By Mari Lou / January 17, 2025

Gas prices are on the rise. The national average for a gallon of gas increased 4 cents in the past week to $3.11. In Delaware the price increased 9 cents to an average of $3.13. Crude oil also increased ending the week $1.31 higher that a week ago – at $77.88 per barrel. “Domestic gasoline…

UPDATE: Life in Prison Plus 30 Years for Salisbury Man Convicted in Fairground Drive Shooting in Wicomico County

By Mari Lou / January 17, 2025

UPDATED – 01/17/25 – A Salisbury man has been sentenced for murder. The Wicomico County State’s Attorney’s office says 26 year old Antonio Oliver was convicted by a Wicomico County jury last October. On Thursday Oliver was sentenced to life in prison plus 30 years with 10 of those thirty years without the possibility of…

Gov Hall Long Orders Adaptive Reuse Study of Former DSP Troop 7 Property on Coastal Highway in Lewes

By Mari Lou / January 17, 2025

Governor Bethany Hall Long has ordered an adaptive  reuse study of the former State Police Troop 7 on Coastal Highway to determine the best future use of that property. The study will be done by the Office of Management and Budget – and public input will be included. The 6000-square-foot building was vacated in 2019…

Worcester County Closures for Martin Luther King Jr. Day on January 20

By Mari Lou / January 17, 2025

Worcester County Government offices, including all five Branch Libraries and Recreation and Parks, will be closed Monday, January 20, 2025, in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Normal business hours will resume Tuesday, January 21. The Central Landfill and Homeowner Convenience Centers will be open Monday during standard hours of operation.  

Delaware’s 5 Public Housing Authorities to Reopen Waitlists for Housing Choice Voucher & Low-Income Public Housing Programs

By Mari Lou / January 17, 2025

The five public housing authorities in Delaware will reopen their waitlists for Housing Choice Voucher programs and low-income public housing on February 3rd. Low-income public housing is funded by the federal government and managed locally and looks to provide rental assistance to low-income families, seniors and individuals with disabilities. Beginning last October, letters and emails…

EPA, DNREC Reach Agreement on Civil Rights Complaint Related to Seaford Bioenergy Project

By Mari Lou / January 17, 2025

The Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) Office of External Civil Rights Compliance (OECRC) and the Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control (DNREC) have signed an Informal Resolution Agreement addressing a civil rights complaint related to permitting for a bioenergy project in Seaford. The resolution builds on steps DNREC had already taken to strengthen public…

Traffic Stop Near Seaford Ends in Arrest for Weapons & Drug Charges

By Mari Lou / January 17, 2025

Seaford teen has been arrested after a traffic stop Wednesday in the Seaford area. Delaware State Police say that members of the Governor’s Task Force were patrolling on Concord Road near Tranquill Boulevard near Seaford when they saw a Ford Edge with a registration violation. Detectives stopped the Edge and spoke with the driver, 19…

UPDATED: Dozens Turn Out to Discuss Building Moratorium at Sussex County Council Tuesday

By Mari Lou / January 14, 2025

UPDATED – 01/14/25 – After the topic of a building moratorium was broached during last week’s Sussex County Council meeting – the chambers was packed with people wanting to make public comment on the subject. People from around the State as well as Washington, DC commented. Most were in opposition – only a handful spoke…