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  NAME: American Legion Post #19 – 12168 Laurel Rd., Laurel DESCRIPTION: Hosting a Plant Bingo on May 8th from 6 to 10 p.m. Proceeds will be donated to help veterans  NAME: John / 302-682-1047 ITEM: Kenwood TS 590 sg radio transceiver DESCRIPTION: HF radio 6 meters to 160, 100 watts, in fine…
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User 284190339 · 04-18-26 Fishing Report Friday was a big day for me. It was the first time I fished Indian River Inlet since I broke my hip last May. Unfortunately, I didn’t catch anything, but neither did anyone else during the two hours I was there from 0630 to 0830. I had hoped to…
Legislation that will establish a pilot court date reminder program in the Justice of the Peace Court has passed in the State Senate. Senate Joint Resolution 13, sponsored by Senator Brian Pettyjohn, was passed with a 20 to 0 vote with 1 absent on Wednesday. This reminder program would use text message notifications to help…
The Salisbury Fire Department has applied for and been awarded four grants that will significantly enhance firefighter safety, emergency medical services and community health support. Now that all grants have been formally accepted by the Salisbury City Council and Mayor Randy Taylor, the department can move forward with the purchase of this lifesaving equipment. The…
It’s opening night for Little League – in Milford and Laurel. In Milford – lineup for the parade begins at 5pm – the parade to the park steps off at 5:30pm. In Laurel – line up for the parade tonight is at 5:30 – parents – this is a drop-off and GO situation as the…
Dover Police in partnership with the FBI’s Delaware Violent Crime and Safe Streets Task Force and other agencies conducted a coordinated human trafficking operation in Kent County on April 1st– with a focus on Dover. During the operation, investigators made contact with 13 females engaged in commercial sex work. Each was offered various support services…
Delaware’s unemployment rate from January to February remained steady at 5.4% while the national unemployment rate increased from 4.3% to 4.4%. The unemployment rate in Sussex County also remained steady at 5.8%. The largest over-the-year job increase was in the Private Education and Health and Government sectors while the Leisure and Hospitality sector showed the…
Dover Police are investigating a shooting incident that damaged an occupied apartment on Willis Road early Friday morning. Police were called for shots fired just after 12:30am, but at the time no damage was seen and no information of offered by anyone in the area. Just after 9am a resident contacted police and advised there…
Celebrate Earth Day on Wednesday with hikes, cleanups, tree plantings and other programs at parks and public spaces throughout Delaware through DNREC’s Division of Parks and Recreation.  “Earth Day is an opportunity to celebrate the rich natural resources we have in the state of Delaware and contribute to efforts to maintain it for generations to…
There’s a new man in charge of the Berlin Police Department. The Town of Berlin has appointed Colonel Howard Drewer as the next Berlin Police Chief – effective Monday, April 20th. Col. Drewer brings nearly 30 years of distinguished law enforcement and military service, marked by a commitment to public safety, leadership and community engagement.…
User 284190339 · 04-17-26 Fishing Report Thursday was another hot day, but it didn’t compare to the heat NOAA generated by creating a bunch of devastating regulations for summer flounder and black sea bass. In federal waters the summer flounder season will begin on May 8th and end on September 31st. The minimum size limit…
Sammy Barnes – Ocean City – The Whale’s last sunrise. Click for full view
User 284190339 · 04-16-26 Fishing Report Summer did arrive on Wednesday with temperatures hitting 90 degrees and the fish responding as they should. Patty at Captain Bones reported on another giant rainbow trout that was good for a Delaware Citation. This one was caught by Michele Herbster out of White Clay Creek on a floating…
William Powell – Lewes – Hawk on the front porch railing on New Road at Nassau. Click for full view
User 284190339 · 04-15-26 Fishing Report Tuesday was like a summer day and the wind was less than hurricane force, but fishing was still slow. Lewes Harbour Marina said a few boats fished the Lewes and Rehoboth Canal with minnows and they caught a few small flounder and striped bass. Some boats tried the outer…
William Carter – Boating on Abbots Mill Pond. Click for full view
REMINDER: Wednesday is April 15 – TAX DAY! Federal taxes are due today. If you opt for an extension – that does not give you an extension to pay – only to file. You will have to pay if you owe the federal government.  Delaware State Taxes are NOT due until April 30. Â
UPDATED – 04/14/26 –Â After three weeks off for Spring Break, the Sussex County Council was back in session Tuesday. The meeting began with appeals from three residents – one coming from Smyrna – asking the Council to appeal the Chancery Court decision that approves a conditional use application, which had been denied by the Council…
The Route 1 northbound bridge over Route 16 will be open to traffic on Wednesday! DelDOT officials warn northbound motorists to expect delays this evening as the contractor will be working to shift the traffic pattern onto the new bridge. The over $40-million project is expected to be fully completed this summer. Additional information from…
The DelDOT will be closing the Lewes to Georgetown Trail between Cool Spring and Savannah Roads on Thursday, April 16 for Herbicide Application for vegetation control. The closure will begin at midnight and end at 8am Thursday – pending weather.  The Delaware Department of Transportation and its hired contractor only apply herbicides that are registered…
The former Chief Academic Officer for Worcester County Schools has been charged with multiple offenses arising from alleged financial misconduct involving School Board funds. Denise Shorts submitted her intent to vacate her position with the school system on March 26 – the Board of Education is expected to act on the separation at the April…
The Maryland Department of Natural Resources has combined two existing speed zones in Marshyhope Creek, which is a tributary of the Nanticoke River, into one continuous speed zone. The speed limit for the entire area is 6 knots at all times. This became effective on Monday, April 13.  CLICK HERE FOR MORE ON THE REGULATION…
User 284190339 · 04-14-26 Fishing Report Monday was warm, but windy with small craft advisories up on all open waters. Lewes Harbour Marina said no boats ventured out on Monday due to the high winds. Old Inlet Bait and Tackle was closed when I called just after 5:00 p.m. That was my fault. I got…
UPDATED – 04/14/26 – The Utility RELIEF Act was approved by the General Assembly and House Bill 1532 is now awaiting Governor Moore’s signature. ===================================== ORIGINAL STORY – 04/13/26 – Governor Wes Moore and leadership of the Maryland House and Senate today/Monday announced an agreement to advance the Utility RELIEF (Reducing Energy Load Inflation for…