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DE Senate Committee Discussion on Off Shore Wind Wednesday 1pm

By Mari Lou / April 23, 2024

A reminder – the Delaware Senate Environment, Energy & Transportation Committee on Wednesday, April 24th will discuss off shore wind (Senate Bill 265) to become a significant element of Delaware’s energy future. This committee meeting begins at 1pm in the Senate Chamber – and can be accessed by the public on Zoom. Public comment will…

Indian River School District Moves Last Day of School to June 5th for Students

By Mari Lou / April 23, 2024

The Indian River Board of Education has approved some changes to this year’s school district calendar. The last day of school for students in grades pre-K through 11 and for paraprofessionals has been changed to Wednesday, June 5th. The last day for teachers will be Friday, June 7th. The changes come from unused surplus days…

Talk of Delmarva Fishing Report 04/23/24

By Mari Lou / April 23, 2024

User 284190339 · 04 – 23 – 24 Fishing Report Monday was bright and sunny at the beach so I decided to go fishing, I have never caught a black drum from the beach so I went up on Broadkill Beach to give it a try. There was a gentleman filling his tires while I…

Talk of Delmarva Picture of the Day

By Mari Lou / April 23, 2024

Barb Moulinier – Rehoboth Beach – Harbor Seals on Outer Breakwater wall with Cormorants on top of wall, taken on seal cruise

Dover Man Charged with Felony Weapons Offense

By Mari Lou / April 22, 2024

A Dover man is charged with felony gun offenses after he was seen speeding southbound on Bay Road at Trap Shooters Road near Frederica Friday night. Delaware State Police say they pulled the vehicle over just before 11pm and spoke with the driver, 23 year old Elijah Lambert of Dover. Lambert told the trooper there…

Application Period Open for Student Representative to State Board of Ed

By Mari Lou / April 22, 2024

The application period for the student seat on the State Board of Education is now open – through Monday, May 6. The first-ever student representative to the State Board of Education was appointed by Governor John Carney in 2019. He says that big decisions that impact Delaware schools are made by the BOE and it’s…

DSP Make Arrest in Blades Shots Fired Incident

By Mari Lou / April 22, 2024

An arrest after a shooting in Blades Sunday morning. Delaware State Police were called to a house on East Fifth Street in Blades for a report of shots fired. Police learned that gunshots were fired and a black car was seen speeding away – and they were able to get a description of both the…

DE Forest Service & DAR Plant Memorial Forest in Sussex County

By Mari Lou / April 22, 2024

The Delaware Forest Service and Daughters of the American Revolution have established a memorial forest in Sussex County. This plot is dedicated to former State Forester Walter Gabel, who was the State Forester from 1974 to 1991. The memorial forest was planted by volunteers with loblolly pine tree seedling on an acre parcel within the…

UPDATED: Dover Man Arrested in Sunday Night Murder

By Mari Lou / April 22, 2024

UPDATED – 04/22/24 – Dover Police have identified the 15 year old who was shot and killed on April 14 in the area of South Governors Avenue as Elijah Kellum of Dover. ================================ ORIGINAL STORY – 04/15/24 – A shooting in the area of South Governors Avenue and West Reed Street in Dover left a…

Smyrna Man Charged with DUI and other Offenses after Crash near Hartly

By Mari Lou / April 22, 2024

A Smyrna man has been arrested for multiple charges following a crash investigation by Delaware State Police last Wednesday morning in Hartly. Police were called to Dover Scrap Yard in Hartly just after 12:30 for a single vehicle crash and found a Volkswagen SUV had veered off the roadway and struck at tree. EMS found…

Woodland Ferry to Close Wed-Fri this Week

By Mari Lou / April 22, 2024

The Woodland Ferry near Seaford will be closed Wednesday, Thursday and Friday of this week. Normal operations will resume on Monday 4/29/2024.

Sussex County Council Meeting

By Mari Lou / April 22, 2024

Tuesday’s Sussex County Council meeting for April 23rd has been canceled.

Three Teens Charged after Dover Traffic Stop

By Mari Lou / April 22, 2024

Three teens from New Castle County have been arrested by Dover Police after a traffic stop Saturday night just after 9. A patrol officer spotted a vehicle traveling without lights on and stopped the vehicle in the area of North DuPont Highway and Rustic Lane. The occupants got out of the vehicle and the 17…

Early Sunday Morning Oak Orchard Fire Displaces Family of 5

By Mari Lou / April 22, 2024

Indian River firefighters were called for a structure fire just after 3 Sunday morning. Crews arriving at the scene on Russell Avenue found fire at the rear of a two story home and conflicting reports of someone trapped inside. An initial search was ended as fire advanced to the eaves, attic and roof line. Additional…

Talk of Delmarva Fishing Report 04/22/24

By Mari Lou / April 22, 2024

User 284190339 · 04 – 22 – 24 Fishing Report Sunday was cold and damp at the beach. Lewes Harbour Marina reported blues and stripers caught from the fishing pier on Cape Henlopen State Park. Bunker, spoons, top water and SP Minnows were all successful offerings. Bigger blues and black drum were taken from Broadkill…

Talk of Delmarva Picture of the Day

By Mari Lou / April 22, 2024

Dianne Burk – Conolla fields off North Old State Road near Ellendale. Click for full view

Seaford Teen Charged with Theft of a Church Van

By Mari Lou / April 21, 2024

Early Friday morning a Delaware State Trooper on patrol spotted a white passenger van swerving in the area of Concord and Church Roads near Seaford. The trooper pulled the van over and spoke to the driver, 18 year old Ronald Alberts of Seaford. A computer check showed the van belonged to a local church and…

Talk of Delmarva Fishing Report 04/21/24

By Mari Lou / April 21, 2024

User 284190339 · 04 – 21 – 24 Fishing Report Saturday was right chilly in the morning, but it got really nice in the afternoon. I attended the outdoor show in Harrington where I spoke with Burt from Hook ‘em and Cook ‘em who said he has seen the first flounder from the Back Bays.…

UPDATED: MacCoy, Quillen & Grassett Win Election in Seaford

By Mari Lou / April 20, 2024

UPDATED – 04/20/24 – Seaford voters have opted for change. Matt MacCoy was the top vote-getter in the mayor’s race – getting 384 votes to 200 for Jose Santos. MacCoy will serve a two-year term. Mayor David Genshaw did not run for re-election. In the City Council race Alan Quillen won 333 votes and Stephanie…

DSP Looking for Magnolia Robbery Suspect

By Mari Lou / April 20, 2024

Delaware State Police are looking for a suspect in a Magnolia robbery. Police say that they were called to a home on Gray’s Lane around 9am Friday, where they learned a man went into a woman’s home and began arguing with her and stole her property. During the robbery the suspect – later identified as…

Talk of Delmarva Radio Flea Market 4/20/24

By Mari Lou / April 20, 2024

Wayne – SOCK HOP – American Legion Post 24, Dagsboro Sat, April 27 – 7p to 11p – Check out more info on facebook page Michelle – 38th District Meeting at Millville Town Hall Monday, April 22nd at 6pm – with special guests Bob – 410-430-7552 – 4 4 by 6 Chicken coups – $300…

Mayoral Election in Georgetown in May

By Mari Lou / April 20, 2024

There will be an election in Georgetown in May. Incumbent Bill West is challenged by Councilwoman Angela Townsend for Mayor. The Ward 3 and 4 seats are unopposed. Eric Evans filed for Townsend’s Ward 3 seat and incumbent Penuel Barrett filed for another term in Ward 4. The polls will be open from 8am to…

DE Senate Committee to Discuss Offshore Wind Wednesday at 1pm – Public Comment Will be Taken

By Mari Lou / April 20, 2024

On Wednesday, the Delaware Senate Environment, Energy & Transportation Committee is scheduled to discuss Senate Bill 265. This measure will authorize processes necessary to help meet the net zero goals of the Climate Change Solutions Act of 2023. This will prepare for offshore wind to be a significant element of Delaware’s energy future – if…

Talk of Delmarva Fishing Report 04/20/24

By Mari Lou / April 20, 2024

User 284190339 · 04 – 20 – 24 Fishing Report Friday was just cold and nasty at the beach. I had planned to fish Broadkill Beach on Friday, but the northeast wind and lack of any warming sunshine convinced my old bones to stay inside. Dan at Dan’s tackle in Milton told me he knows…

Four Little Leagues in Delaware & Maryland Celebrate Opening Day this Weekend

By Mari Lou / April 19, 2024

Eight towns in Delaware and Maryland celebrated Opening Day for Little League last weekend – this weekend four more will have Opening Day. Milford and Woodbridge hold their Opening Day ceremonies Friday evening. Saturday it will be Delmar and East Wicomico. Still to hold Opening Day ceremonies – Laurel on Friday, April 26 and Millsboro…