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Talk of Delmarva Picture of the Day

By Mari Lou / July 10, 2026

Matthew Barlow – Georgetown – At the Sandhill Fields Walking Trail pond. Click for full view

Downstate Mosquito Spraying Thursday Evening

By Mari Lou / July 9, 2026

Weather permitting; the Delaware Mosquito Control Section plans the following insecticide application(s) during the evening hours on Thursday, July 9, 2026: Application of Zenivex E4 (Etofenprox) with a truck-mounted sprayer to control adult mosquitoes in the following areas: In and near Bethel and Milford. Near Lincoln, Bridgeville, and Seaford. For notification purposes, spraying will be done in the following spray…

Talk of Delmarva Fishing Report 07/09/26

By Mari Lou / July 9, 2026

User 284190339 · 07-09-26 Fishing Report Wednesday, we had a bit too much wind and rough seas for boats to venture out. Dan at Dan’s Tackle said Broadkill Beach saw quite a variety of fish on Wednesday. Spot, croaker, blowfish and small kings made for a mixed bag. Bloodworms, shrimp, squid, Gulp! and Fishbites all…

Talk of Delmarva Picture of the Day

By Mari Lou / July 9, 2026

John Bussard – Ocean Pines – Floating in the South Gate pond. Click for full view

UPDATED: Gov Meyers Vetoes $35-million Legislative Hall Expansion in Bond Bill; Comment from Legislative Leaders

By Mari Lou / July 8, 2026

Governor Matt Meyer exercised his line-item veto and has said no to the $35-million appropriation for the Legislative Hall Expansion Project in the Bond Bill – HB 500. The Governor said that while Delawareans are struggling to pay rent, healthcare costs, utility and grocery bills – this is not the time to spend taxpayer dollars…

Talk of Delmarva Fishing Report 07/08/26

By Mari Lou / July 8, 2026

User 284190339 · 07-08-26 Fishing Report Tuesday, we had seas of 3 to 4 feet on the ocean and that caused the boats that tried to run out to ocean structure to return to the dock. Lewes Harbour Marina said they saw sheepshead and tog caught on sand fleas and green crabs from the Ice…

Talk of Delmarva Picture of the Day

By Mari Lou / July 8, 2026

SA Harrison – Millsboro – Lake at Baywood Greens. Click for full view

Petition to Preserve Collective Bargaining in Salisbury Turned over to City

By Mari Lou / July 7, 2026

An attempt to preserve collective bargaining for Salisbury’s first responders and public employees has be delivered to the city – a petition with over 6000 signatures. Shore Progress initiated the petition drive. The City of Salisbury now must verify the signatures on the petition before collective bargaining can appear on the ballot – to be…

Maryland Lawmakers to Return for Special Session on Congressional Redistricting in August

By Mari Lou / July 7, 2026

Maryland lawmakers will be returning to Annapolis the first week of August for a special session to consider congressional redistricting. Senate President Bill Ferguson and House Speaker Joseline Pena-Melnyk made the announcement Tuesday. Currently of the 8 US House seats in Maryland, 7 are held by Democrats. Governor Moore says his administration will work closely…

Maryland Primary – County Races Certified

By Mari Lou / July 7, 2026

The final count of mail-in ballots was done yesterday in Maryland’s Primary Election, which was held on June 23. State races have not yet been certified, however the county races have. In the Worcester County Commissioners races – Republican Caryn Abbot will return to the District 1 seat. In District 2, Roxie Dennis will take…

Dr. Jason Peel Named Superintendent at Sussex Tech

By Mari Lou / July 7, 2026

Sussex Tech has a new Superintendent – Dr. Jason Peel. His appointment was approved by the Board of Education during its July 1st meeting. Dr. Peel brings over 20 years of educational experience which spans classroom teaching, school leadership, human resources and district administration. Dr. Peel came to Delaware in 2006 as an Assistant Principal…

UPDATED: Crash Near Milford on June 26 Leaves 3 Dead

By Mari Lou / July 7, 2026

UPDATED – 07/07/26 – Delaware State Police say that three people have now died as a result of a two vehicle crash on June 26th near the intersection of Route 14/Milford Harrington Highway and Church Hill Road. The occupants of a Nissan have been identified with help from the Division of Forensic Science as 60 year…

Kindergarten Registration Now Open in the Indian River School District

By Mari Lou / July 7, 2026

Kindergarten registration is underway for the Indian River School District. Any child that will turn 5 years old on or before August 31 is eligible to begin kindergarten in September. Registration documents are available at irsd.net and can be submitted electronically or parents should contact the child’s school to arrange the pickup and drop-off of…

DUI Checkpoint Somewhere in Sussex County Friday Night

By Mari Lou / July 7, 2026

There will be a DUI checkpoint in Sussex County on Friday, July 10. This is part of the ongoing effort to reduce impaired driving and keep roadways safe during the summer travel season. Delaware law enforcement agencies across the state will take part in partnership with the Office of Highway Safety, who remind you that…

UPDATED: DSP Investigating Murder-Suicide Near Milford; Identify Victim and Suspect

By Mari Lou / July 7, 2026

UPDATED – 07/07/26 – The investigation is continuing.  Delaware State Police have identified 38 year old Jessica Bradley of Milford, Delaware, as the victim in Sunday’s murder-suicide in Milford. The suspect, 43 year old Brooks Bradley, also from Milford, committed suicide during the incident. ================================================================== ORIGINAL STORY – 07/06/26 – Delaware State Police were called…

Talk of Delmarva Fishing Report 07/0726

By Mari Lou / July 7, 2026

User 284190339 · 07-07-26 Fishing Report Monday saw a little rain in the morning and that did more to discourage local anglers than 104-degree heat. Breakwater Tackle on the fishing pier at Cape Henlopen State Park said the rain cut down on the number of fishermen on the pier, but those who showed up caught…

Newly Launched Initiative Strengthens Delaware’s Health Information Technology Infrastructure

By Mari Lou / July 6, 2026

The Delaware Department of Health and Social Services (DHSS) and the Delaware Health Care Commission today announced a new Rural Health Transformation Program (RHTP) initiative that will support real-time insurance verification and prior authorization across the state.   The project will leverage the Delaware Health Information Network (DHIN), Delaware’s statewide health information exchange, and Smart…

UPDATED: DSP Identify Victim in Fatal Sunday Morning Crash Near Georgetown

By Mari Lou / July 6, 2026

UPDATED – 07/06/26 – Delaware State Police identified 32 year old Breiner Perez-Perez from Millsboro as the man who died in the single-vehicle fatal crash Sunday morning in Georgetown.  ============================================================= ORIGINAL STORY – 07/05/26 – A Millsboro man is dead after a crash just after 9 this morning east of Georgetown on Peterkins Road. Delaware…

Barricade Situation in Snow Hill Ends with Arrest

By Mari Lou / July 6, 2026

A Snow Hill man has been arrested after an incident at a West Market Street residence in Snow Hill Sunday night. Police learned an adult woman was physically restrained in the home by 49 year old Robert Anderson who was armed with a firearm and threatened to harm the woman. She was able to get…

US Senator Chris Coons Accepting Applications for Nomination to Service Academies

By Mari Lou / July 6, 2026

US Senator Chris Coons is now accepting applications from Delaware students for a nomination to one of the nation’s service academies. Applications can be submitted for the Naval Academy, Air Force Academy, Merchant Marine Academy, US Coast Guard Academy and the Military Academy at West Point. The deadline for applications for the class of 2031…

Governor Meyer Signs Package of Banking Modernization Bills

By Mari Lou / July 6, 2026

Governor Matt Meyer has signed legislation today that modernizes Delaware’s banking laws. Senate Bills 16,18 and 19 update the state’s banking code to reflect the evolving financial services industry while establishing consumer protections for digital assets, virtual currency and stablecoins. The Governor says this modern framework welcomes new financial technologies, protects consumers and ensure Delaware…

Talk of Delmarva Fishing Report 07/06/26

By Mari Lou / July 6, 2026

User 284190339 · 07-06-26 Fishing Report Sunday it was only 94 at my house. Dan at Dan’s Tackle said the huge crowd at Broadkill Beach caught spot, kings and croaker on Fishbites. Lewes Harbour Marina told us the Katydid had a boat limit of flounder and sea bass. Chasin’ Tail and the Angler brought in…

Talk of Delmarva Picture of the Day

By Mari Lou / July 6, 2026

Diane Ains – Saxis, VA – Birds of a feather. Click for full view

Residential Structure Fire Near Laurel Caused by Lightning Strike

By Mari Lou / July 5, 2026

Firefighters from Laurel were called to a residence on Trussum Pond Road for a fire around 10 Saturday night. Firefighters arriving at the scene found a 2-story home with heavy fire showing from the roof and second floor. All residents were able to escape without injury and the home was equipped with working smoke detectors.…

Talk of Delmarva Fishing Report 07/05/26

By Mari Lou / July 5, 2026

User 284190339 · 07-05-26 Fishing Report Saturday, we hit 104 at my house. Dan at Dan’s Tackle told us croaker and spot were caught on bloodworms and Fishbites from Broadkill Beach by the few folks who braved the heat on this holiday. Lewes Harbour Marina said the Outer Wall provided sheepshead and triggerfish for the…