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West Ocean City Man Sentenced after Striking a Pedestrian in a Fatal 2022 Crash

By Mari Lou / March 18, 2024

The man who pleaded guilty of negligent homicide in the 2022 death of Berlin veterinarian, Terri Wattay, has been sentenced. Worcester County Circuit Court Judge Beau Oglesby sentenced 63 year old Russell Kimball of West Ocean City to 10 years for negligent homicide while under the influence and a consecutive 5 year sentence for failing…

HB 344 Would Eliminate Ballot Bias in Delaware

By Mari Lou / March 18, 2024

Legislation introduced in the Delaware General Assembly would eliminate ballot bias in Delaware elections. Numerous study’s show that the order in which candidates’ names appear on the ballot may impact election outcomes. By law in Delaware one political party always appears in the first column on machine ballots or the first line of absentee ballots.…

Dover Teen Charged after Multiple Crashes in Stolen Truck

By Mari Lou / March 18, 2024

A 17 year old Hispanic boy from Dover has been arrested after causing multiple car accidents Sunday evening in a stolen car. Dover Police were called to the Verizon on North DuPont Highway for a report of a collision involving several vehicles – including an overturned pickup truck in the parking lot. Police contacted the…

Westover Barn Destroyed by Fire

By Mari Lou / March 18, 2024

Firefighters were called for a barn and farm equipment fire Friday night in Westover. Crews from Princess Anne arriving at the scene just before 11pm found the barn fully engulfed in flames. State Fire Marshal investigators say the fire was accidental and began in a Case International Tractor which had an unspecified mechanical or electrical…

Fire Near Georgetown Saturday Under Investigation

By Mari Lou / March 17, 2024

A mobile home near Georgetown was damaged by fire Saturday afternoon and two people hospitalized. Georgetown firefighters were called Paradise Street in the Homestead Mobile Home Park just before 4pm and found smoke showing from the mobile home. State Fire Marshal investigators say one victim was removed in cardiac arrest and is in serious condition…

Crash North of Ellendale Leaves Laurel Woman in Critical Condition

By Mari Lou / March 17, 2024

A Laurel woman is in critical condition after she was struck by a vehicle on northbound Route 113 in the area of The Getaway Lounge and Liquors north of Ellendale just after 1 Sunday morning. Delaware State Police tell the Talk of Delmarva that a Honda was northbound when for reasons under investigation, a 29…

Laurel Man Charged with DUI after Traffic Stop

By Mari Lou / March 17, 2024

A Laurel Police officer spotted a vehicle make a traffic violation and found the registered owner was flagged for an active warrant and a suspended license. Approaching the vehicle the officer saw smoke flowing from the windows, the driver was uncooperative and drove away. The officer gave a brief pursuit into the Hollybrook Apartment complex…

Bill to Impose Filing Deadline for Legislation before End of DE General Assembly Session

By Mari Lou / March 17, 2024

State Senator Eric Buckson(R-16) has introduced the first leg of a constitutional amendment that would impose a filing deadline for the introduction of new bills during a legislative session. SB 242 would prevent the last minute introduction of legislation that is apt to circumvent the deliberative process and prohibit a bill from being introduced after…

Dover Woman Injured in March 3rd Crash Dies from Injuries

By Mari Lou / March 16, 2024

A crash on Sunday, March 3rd on North Dupont Highway in the area of Rose Bowl Road in Dover has turned deadly. Delaware State Police say a Toyota pulled into the crossover at the entrance for Pinewood Acres but failed to remain stopped and pulled into the path of a southbound BMW and was struck.…

“We the Veterans” – March 28 in Dover

By Mari Lou / March 16, 2024

Veterans Day at Legislative Hall March 28, 2024 Veterans, step into history at Legislative Hall in Dover, DE on Thursday, March 28, 2024 from 11:30 AM to 3:00 PM, as we rally together in a truly monumental way. Your presence at the “People’s House” is not just welcomed but essential, as we gather to rally…

Talk of Delmarva Radio Flea Market 3-16-24

By Mari Lou / March 16, 2024

John – 410-754-6955 – Samsung A14 5G Cell phone – $113 obo Mike – 302-381-4686 – LOOKING FOR: A UTV with dump bed up to $5000 Hal – 410-202-6857 – TroyBuilt Wood splitter, 33 ton – $800 obo – 2001 Toyota Highlander, v6, 300,000 – $1500 Tim – 302-399-9409 – LOOKING FOR: EGO battery powered…

Talk of Delmarva Picture of the Day

By Mari Lou / March 16, 2024

Barry Clark – Salisbury City Park bridge mirrored. Click for full view

Rehoboth Beach Increases Fees & Adopts $38.6-million FY 2025 Budget

By Mari Lou / March 15, 2024

The Rehoboth Beach Commissioners adopted a $38.6-million budget for FY 2025 on Friday. The new budget increases some fees, and focuses on staff resourcing and capital investments. In order to balance the budget, the Commissioners voted Friday in favor of committing to an anticipated 29% property tax increase – a vote on the property tax…

Ocean City Irish Festival & St. Patrick’s Day Parade Saturday

By Mari Lou / March 15, 2024

The Ocean City St Patrick’s Day parade will step off at noon on Saturday and will move down Coastal Highway from 60th Street to 45th Street, where the Irish Festival (begins at 11am) takes place. The Delmarva Irish-American Club sponsors the parade – and is also offering a live stream for anyone who can’t be…

FREE Sussex County Health and Wellness Fair Saturday in Georgetown

By Mari Lou / March 15, 2024

The Delaware Behavioral Health Consortium is holding a FREE Sussex County Health and Wellness Fair from 10am to 2pm Saturday at the CHEER Community Center in Georgetown. This health fair takes into account the picture of a person’s whole health – from mental and physical well-being to the health of finances and homes. There will…

Dewey Beach Discusses Marijuana Ordinance, but No Vote

By Mari Lou / March 15, 2024

When it comes to personal use marijuana the laws in the Town of Dewey Beach do not match the recent changes in state law that have been passed by the General Assembly. There was no action Friday by the Commissioners as an updated ordinance is not ready for a vote. However, Town Manager Bill Zolper…

Fallen Heroes Bill Clears MD State Senate

By Mari Lou / March 15, 2024

The Fallen Heroes legislation sponsored by Maryland State Senator Mary Beth Carozza has been passed by the full Senate. Senate Bill 897 was passed Thursday with a unanimous vote – and will eliminate the tax liability on the death benefits of the families of first responders – specifically law enforcement and firefighters – who died…

Delmar, DE Man Sentenced to 40 Years in Prison on Felony Drug Charges

By Mari Lou / March 15, 2024

A Delmar, Delaware man has been sentenced to 40 years in prison for felony drug possession. Associate Judge of the Circuit Court of Wicomico County Matthew Maciarello sentenced 24 year old Japree Ayers to 80 years in prison – suspending all but 40 years of active incarceration with 10 of those being a minimum mandatory…

House Bill Would Increase Penalties for Drivers Who Fail to Yield Right-of-Way for Emergency Vehicles with Lights & Sirens Activated

By Mari Lou / March 15, 2024

Legislation sponsored by 4th District State Representative Jeff Hilovsky focuses on protecting police, paramedics and firefighters and facilitating prompt emergency response. House Bill 329 would increase the penalties for motorists who fail to yield the right of way to an emergency vehicle with its lights and sirens operating. The fine for a first offense would…

Bill Introduced to Protect 1st Responders & Emergency Equipment

By Mari Lou / March 15, 2024

A measure pending action in the General Assembly would increase the consequences for those whose actions endanger first responders or damage emergency equipment. House Bill 323 is sponsored by 35th District State Representative Jesse Vanderwende after an incident in his district last November. Fire trucks from several companies responding to a fire at the New…

Millville Man Charged with Home Improvement Fraud

By Mari Lou / March 15, 2024

A Millville man has been arrested on charges of home improvement fraud. Delaware State Police say last June a Dover man contacted them to report a home improvement fraud. An investigation showed that 44 year old Jeremy Bowen of Delmarva Landscaping Solutions, LLC signed a contact in May of 2022 to install an inground pool…

UPDATED: Amended ‘Permit to Purchase’ Bill Passes DE State Senate

By Mari Lou / March 15, 2024

UPDATED – 03/15/24 – Several amendments by the State House to the “Permit to Purchase” (Senate Substitute 1 for Senate Bill 2) measure have been approved by the State Senate on a partisan vote of 15 to 6. This comes after 15 proposed amendments by Republican Senators were defeated or stricken on Wednesday. The measure…

Ridgely Town Commissioners Suspend Police Department

By Mari Lou / March 13, 2024

The Town of Ridgely has suspended it’s entire police department. Details are few but the Town has placed this announcement on its website. “The Commissioners of Ridgley (the “Commissioners”) suspended with pay the entirety of theRidgely Police Department (the “Department”), effectively immediately, pending investigationby the Office of the Maryland State Prosecutor. The Commissioners are currently…

Voting Rights Advocates Launch Campaign to Secure & Expand Access to Voting for Delawareans

By Mari Lou / March 12, 2024

The ACLU of Delaware and other voting rights advocates have launched a campaign to secure and expand access to voting for Delawareans. This campaign will elevate the positions of candidates on critical democracy issues and utilize community organizing, lobbying and legal advocacy to ensure voters can cast their ballots without encountering barriers. Additional information from…

Public Hearing Wednesday on a Draft Addendum to the American Eel Interstate Fishery Management Plan

By Mari Lou / March 12, 2024

The Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission will hold a hybrid public hearing Wednesday evening to gather input on Draft Addendum VII to American Eel Interstate Fishery Management Plan. The public hearing will allow the public to participate either in person at the Dover Public Library from 6 to 8pm – or remotely. Officials say the…