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Hazmat Chemical Incident Under Investigation at Georgetown Perdue Plant

By Mari Lou / January 9, 2025

A hazmat incident occurred at the Perdue Plant on Savannah Road in Georgetown Wednesday afternoon around 4:40pm. Area residents within a half mile of the plant were asked to shelter in place while the incident was investigated. Roads surrounding the plant were also closed to traffic. Emergency personnel from Georgetown & Milton responded along with…

Talk of Delmarva Picture of the Day

By Mari Lou / January 9, 2025

Margaret May – Lewes – Snowy Tree. Click for full view

Talk of Delmarva Picture of the Day

By Mari Lou / January 8, 2025

Sammy Barnes – Ocean City – Frozen in Time. Click for full view

Bethany Hall Long Sworn in as Delaware’s 75th Governor

By Mari Lou / January 7, 2025

Governor Bethany Hall Long was sworn in Tuesday afternoon at the Old State House in Dover – at the same time that former Governor John Carney was being sworn in as the new Mayor of Wilmington.  Hall Long was sworn as Delaware’s 75th Governor by President Judge of the Delaware Superior Court, the Honorable Jan…

Sussex County Council Swears In 3 New Members and Re-organizes

By Mari Lou / January 7, 2025

Three newly elected members of the Sussex County Council were sworn into office by Superior Court Judge Francis “Pete” Jones – Matt Lloyd represents District 1, Steve McCarron represents District 2 and Jane Gruenenbaum represents District 3. Norman “Jay” Jones was also sworn in as the re-elected Clerk of Peace. The Council reorganized electing Doug…

Secretary Garvin Steps Down at DNREC

By Mari Lou / January 7, 2025

After 8 years leading DNREC during the Carney Administration, Secretary Shawn Garvin is moving on from public service. Secretary Garvin left his post Tuesday – Deputy DNREC Secretary Lisa Borin Ogden will take the helm beginning on Wednesday, January 8th. Ogden has been served with Garvin at DNREC since the early days of the Carney…

UPDATED: Arrest Warrants Issued Worcester County Sheriff for 2 after Investigating a Shooting in Pocomoke

By Mari Lou / January 7, 2025

UPDATED – 01/07/25 – Worcester County Sheriff’s Office continue to investigate a shooting at a convenience store in Pocomoke on Sunday, January 5th just before 10am. Detectives say 18 year old Evrin Holden, Junior of Pocomoke approached the parking lot in front of the Duck In where 19 year old Jymere Williams of Pocomoke was…

UPDATED: Salisbury Police End State of Emergency for City of Salisbury Tuesday at 5pm

By Mari Lou / January 7, 2025

UPDATED – 01/07/25 – The City of Salisbury will reopen offices on Wednesday, Jan. 8, with a return to normal services. In addition, the state of emergency enacted by Police Chief Dave Meienschein will be lifted beginning at 5 p.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 7. City Field Operations crews have begun shifting from clearing snow emergency…

Town of Georgetown – Snow Emergency Plan Ends Tuesday at 4pm

By Mari Lou / January 7, 2025

UPDATED 01/07/25  –  At 4:00 PM, today, January 7, 2025, the Town of Georgetown will lift all parking restrictions along designated snow emergency routes. Residents and visitors are urged to use caution, as there may still be some slippery road conditions due to the extreme cold temperatures. Residents with questions about snow emergency routes can…

Lewes Man Charged with Stalking & Harassment

By Mari Lou / January 7, 2025

Delaware State Police have arrested a Lewes man after a woman contacted police with a report of harassment and stalking that occurred throughout December in Lewes. Police learned that the victim received over 40 emails during the span of one week from an acquaintance – 39 year old Daniel Wilkowski. Police say these emails were…

John Carney Resigns as Governor of Delaware

By Mari Lou / January 7, 2025

Governor John Carney has resigned his position as Governor of Delaware as of noon today. At 1pm Lt Governor Bethany Hall Long will be sworn in as Governor of Delaware until Governor-elect Matt Meyer is sworn in at 9:30am on Tuesday, January 21st.  This afternoon John Carney will be sworn in as the Mayor of…

UPDATED: Worcester County Snow Emergency LIFTED

By Mari Lou / January 7, 2025

UPDATED – Effective 1-07-2025 at 1100 hours, The Maryland State Police Berlin Barrack in conjunction with local agencies and the State Highway Administration have LIFTED the Snow Emergency Plan for Worcester County. =================================================== WORCESTER COUNTY SNOW EMERGENCY IN EFFECT  January 6, 2025 at 0630am The Maryland State Police Berlin Barrack in conjunction with local agencies…

Icy Conditions Close Easton Airport Till Wednesday

By Mari Lou / January 7, 2025

The airfield at Easton Airport is closed until at least noon on Wednesday. Officials at the airport say all surfaces are icy and current braking action is zero. The low temperatures are also slowing the melting process.  

Nearly a Foot of Snow for Parts of Sussex County!

By Mari Lou / January 7, 2025

Sussex County was the winner for snowfall in Monday’s storm – with some areas receiving 7 to over 11-inches. DelDOT plows remain on the job working to clear Delaware’s roads and will continue to work into the early morning hours. New Castle County saw just a few inches of snow and DelDOT officials plan to…

Carney & DNREC Sign Agreements with US Wind; Caesar Rodney Institute Files Appeal

By Mari Lou / January 6, 2025

On Monday, Governor John Carney and DNREC officials signed agreements with US Wind to detail renewable energy, community and lease benefits to Delaware and its residents worth more than $128-million as US Wind builds two proposed offshore wind projects in coming years. This finalized the agreements after US Wind received needed federal and state environmental…

Gov Carney Releases Final Recommended Budget for FY 2026

By Mari Lou / January 6, 2025

Governor John Carney released his FY 2026 recommended budget on Monday. This budget, his final, focuses on investments in public education, health care and housing while adhering to sound budgeting principles that have led to a $469.2-million Budget Stabilization Fund – over and above the State’s Rainy Day Fund. Additional information from Governor Carney: “My…

Gov Carney to Resign Tuesday, Bethany Hall Long to be Sworn In as Governor

By Mari Lou / January 6, 2025

On Tuesday, January 7th, Governor John Carney will resign as Governor of Delaware after serving two terms. He will step down at noon and an hour later, Lt. Governor Bethany Hall Long will be sworn in as governor at the Old State House on The Green in Dover. Governor Carney was elected as the new…

Public Comment Sought on City of Rehoboth Beach ADA Transition Plan

By Mari Lou / January 6, 2025

The City of Rehoboth Beach is seeking public comment from individuals with disabilities, organizations representing them and other stakeholders regarding areas of concern and suggestions for enhancing accessibility particularly related to pedestrian networks. This is part of the City’s American Disabilities Act self-evaluation and transition plan. City officials say this is a first step in…

New Personal Data Privacy Rights Available to Delawareans

By Mari Lou / January 6, 2025

Legislation passed in 2023 by the Delaware General Assembly that created the Delaware Personal Data Privacy Act (HB 154) – went into effect with the start of this year. Businesses collect Delawareans’ personal data every day – but this law not only gives Delawareans new rights to control their data, but also gives the Attorney…

DART Service Status for Monday, January 6, 2025

By Mari Lou / January 6, 2025

DART Service Status for Monday, January 6, 2025 Kent and Sussex Counties: All bus services in Kent and Sussex Counties are suspended, including Intercounty service and Paratransit Service, with exception of dialysis trips to open facilities. Please call 911 for all other emergency trips.  New Castle County: Bus service is operating with the following detours/service disruptions;…

Gov. Moore Declares State of Emergency in Maryland

By Mari Lou / January 6, 2025

Governor Wes Moore has declared a State of Emergency ahead of the storm that will impact Maryland into Tuesday. Some areas of the state could see up to a foot of snow which will cause hazardous road conditions and affect public transportation. Governor Moore has also directed the Maryland Department of Emergency Management to coordinate…

Talk of Delmarva Picture of the Day

By Mari Lou / January 6, 2025

Joshua Luciani – Milford – Cardinal in snowy branches. Click for full view

Home Under Construction Catches Fire in Salisbury Saturday

By Mari Lou / January 5, 2025

Firefighters in Salisbury were called for structure fire on North Division Street at Isabella Street in Salisbury Saturday night just after 8:30. Crews arriving at the scene found fire showing from the 1st floor of a 3 story wood frame home that was under renovation – and not occupied at the time of the fire.…

Delaware National Guard Activated by Gov Carney for Storm Response

By Mari Lou / January 5, 2025

The National Weather Service has issued a winter storm watch with 5 to 10-inches or more of snow expected by Tuesday morning. Governor John Carney has activated the Delaware National Guard to support storm response operations and DEMA is activating its Emergency Operations Center in Smyrna. Driving restrictions are not issued at this time, but…

City of Salisbury – Snow Information

By Mari Lou / January 5, 2025

The City of Salisbury is monitoring the predicted winter weather event closely and is prepared to clear the roads and ensure community safety. The Police and Fire Departments have made plans to ensure necessary staffing, while the City will communicate any key information to the public throughout Sunday (Jan. 5) and Monday (Jan. 6).  …