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Salisbury Man Sentenced to Life in Prison for Murder

By Mari Lou / October 30, 2023

A Salisbury man has been sentenced to life in prison for murder. This was a retrial for 30 year old Delonte Bryant after the Maryland Appellate Court vacated the original jury verdict and ordered a new trial. Bryant was found guilty after a three-day trial this past June of 1st degree murder, firearms and other…

Gov Carney Welcomes Trick or Treaters to Haunted Woodburn on Tuesday Night

By Mari Lou / October 30, 2023

Governor Carney will welcome families to trick or treat at Woodburn, the Governor’s mansion in Dover, Tuesday night from 6 to 8pm. Woodburn, which was built in 1790, is said to be quite haunted. Residents have reported seeing an 18th century gentleman wearing a white wig – the apparition of former owner Dr. MW Bates’…

School Bus Crash in Talbot County Involving 9 Caroline County School Children Under Investigation

By Mari Lou / October 30, 2023

A two vehicle crash involving a school bus Monday morning in Talbot County is under investigation by Maryland State Police. Police were called to Matthewstown Road and Three Bridges Branch Road just before 8am for a crash. Investigation showed that a Kia failed to stop at a stop sign at a 4-way stop and crashed…

Scotton Landing Boat Ramp & Fishing Pier near Magnolia to Close Nov 7 for Reconstruction

By Mari Lou / October 30, 2023

The Scotton Landing boat ramp facility on the St. Jones river will be closed for reconstruction beginning Tuesday, November 7. This project includes a new boat ramp, new courtesy dock and a repaved parking lot. The fishing pier at Scotton Landing (also known as Barkers Landing and located off Trap Shooters Road near Magnolia) will…

Delmarva Power Lowering DE Natural Gas Costs

By Mari Lou / October 30, 2023

Delmarva Power is lowering gas costs by 18% for customers! This lower rate has been approved by the Delaware Public Service Commission and will go into effect in November. This is a result of natural gas price decreases. Monthly bills could decrease about $16.30 for a residential customer using an average of 56 CCF per…

Clayton Woman Arrested for Dover Burglary

By Mari Lou / October 30, 2023

Delaware State Police arrested 44 year old Lori Davenport of Clayton for the burglary of a Dover residence on August 21st around 4pm on Dinahs Corner Road in Dover. A few days before a witness contacted the homeowner about a suspicious woman seen leaving the property in a green sedan and weed whacker sticking out…

Talk of Delmarva Fishing Report 10/29/23

By Mari Lou / October 30, 2023

User 284190339 · 10 – 29 – 23 Fishing Report Sunday was another beautiful day with lots of fish caught. At Lewes Harbour Marina the report was the Katydid had sea bass, the Surface Tension had tog, the Jay Sea II had sea bass and the Grizzly had sea bass. Breakwater Tackle on the fishing…

Frederica Man Arrested by Felton Police for Disregarding an Officer

By Mari Lou / October 30, 2023

A Frederica man was arrested Thursday by Felton Police last week after disregarding a police officer. An officer conducting traffic enforcement in a fully marked police vehicle watched as 21 year old Nicholas Stryker of Frederica passed and pulled a wheelie – and then a second one as the officer pulled along side him and…

Talk of Delmarva Picture of the Day

By Mari Lou / October 30, 2023

Dave Nelson – Ocean View – Halloween sunrise over the Indian River Bay. Click for full view

Maryland Launches Service Year Option for High School Graduates

By Mari Lou / October 29, 2023

Maryland Governor Wes Moore has launched the Service Year Option for high school graduates. The program was kicked off Friday at the University of Maryland. Gov Moore says that this will ensure that Marylanders develop skills to meet society’s needs. The Service Year Option is a service opportunity for young adults who recently completed high…

Maryland Fall 2023 Cannabis Application Licensing Round – Virtual Meeting Monday, 10/30

By Mari Lou / October 29, 2023

Are you looking to become a part of Maryland’s cannabis industry – a technical Assistance Informational Event will be held virtually on Monday for prospective or verified social equity applicants for the Fall 2023 Cannabis Application Licensing Round. Attendees will hear presentations from industry leaders and experts. The virtual meeting begins at 1pm and you…

Talk of Delmarva Fishing Report 10/28/23

By Mari Lou / October 29, 2023

User 284190339 · 10 – 28 – 23 Fishing Report Saturday was a summer day in October. Fishing was good in the ocean, but the surf continues to disappoint. At Lewes Harbour Marina the report was excellent fishing in the ocean with a mixed bag of blues, sea bass and flounder coming in on the…

Talk of Delmarva Radio Flea Market 10/28/23

By Mari Lou / October 28, 2023

Charlie – 703-963-6903 – Maple bedroom set – $65 – Dresser – $125 – Larson Storm Door – $110 Charles – 443-310-0686 – 24″ Maytag Fridge – $400 – 30″ Range Fridge w/ microwave – $1150 David – 302-858-5006 – 1969 Sylvania console TV – color with radio – 1985 – Zenith TV – $50…

Talk of Delmarva Fishing Report 10/27/23

By Mari Lou / October 28, 2023

User 284190339 · 10 – 27 – 23 Fishing Report Friday was closer to summer than fall. I have a bit more information on that 7-pound trout caught on Thursday. Anthony Pepe caught the fish at the Del-Jersey-Land Reef while fishing for sea bass on the New Beginnings with Captain Rickie Krauss. Breakwater Tackle did…

Today is National Drug Take Back Day

By Mari Lou / October 28, 2023

Today is National Drug Take Back Day – a chance for you to safely dispose of unneeded or expired medications. Keep your unused prescription drugs out of the wrong hands. Several regional police agencies are taking part. Collection sites will not accept syringes, sharps, and illicit drugs. Liquid products, such as cough syrup, should remain…

Talk of Delmarva Picture of the Day

By Mari Lou / October 28, 2023

Margaret May – Lewes – Family outing at Red Mill Pond. Click for full view

AG Jennings Files Lawsuit Against Chemical Companies for Causing Contamination of Delaware’s Natural Resources

By Mari Lou / October 27, 2023

The Delaware Department of Justice has filed a lawsuit to hold numerous companies accountable for contaminating Delaware’s natural resources with PFAS. The lawsuit alleges that 3M Company and other manufacturers of aqueous film-forming foam or AFFF, a specialized firefighting foam product used at airports and military bases, damaged Delaware’s environment and jeopardized Delawarean’s health by…

UPDATED: Pedestrian Struck on Long Neck Road Wednesday Night Dies from Injuries

By Mari Lou / October 27, 2023

UPDATED – 10/27/23 – A pedestrian who was struck on Long Neck Road Wednesday night has died from his injuries. Delaware State Police say 77 year old Bruce Peterson was walking westbound on the eastbound shoulder of Long Neck Road when he moved into the travel lane into the path of a Chrysler driven by…

Talk of Delmarva Picture of the Day

By Mari Lou / October 27, 2023

The Talk of Delmarva’s flowers in the garden by the front steps. Click for full view

2023 Sea Witch Festival Friday – Sunday in Rehoboth Beach & Dewey Beach

By Mari Lou / October 26, 2023

The 2023 Sea Witch Festival begins in Rehoboth Beach and Dewey Beach on Friday. Lots of activities for young and old, music, artisans and vendors, food and much more. Festival events begin at 1pm on Friday at many locations in both Rehoboth and Dewey Beaches – and trick or treating at the Dewey Beach downtown…

Partial Closures of Little Creek Wildlife Area West Impoundment During Early Waterfowl Season

By Mari Lou / October 26, 2023

Partial closures of the Little Creek Wildlife Area east of Dover should be expected as emergency repairs are made to the breached exterior dike at the West Impoundment. The West Impoundment was weakened during Tropical Storm Ophelia and then extensive coastal flooding this month resulted in a breach of the dike making it now a…

Nearly 6000 DE Homes, Businesses & Organizations Connected to High-speed Broadband – More Coming

By Mari Lou / October 26, 2023

Governor John Carney, state leaders and representatives from Comcast, Verizon, Mediacom and the Communication Workers of America are celebrating the progress Delaware has made in expanding broadband – and to look at what comes next. Nearly 6000 Delaware homes, businesses and organizations – mainly in rural areas of the state – have been connected to…

Increase in DE in Equine West Nile Virus Cases

By Mari Lou / October 26, 2023

Delaware’s State Veterinarian says the First State has seen an increase in equine cases of West Nile virus. Five cases have been confirmed and one suspected was recently reported – most in Kent County (1 in NCCo) and none of the horses were vaccinated. Four of the horses have recovered and one was euthanized. These…

UPDATED: 2nd Salisbury Man Sentenced for Conspiracy & Identity Theft

By Mari Lou / October 26, 2023

UPDATED – 10/26/23 – A Salisbury man has been sentenced to over 30 months in federal prison for wire fraud conspiracy and aggravated identity theft. A U-S District Court Judge Thursday sentenced 48 year old Duane Larmore in connection with the theft of over $1.8-million fro Shore Appliance Connection, where he was employed. Larmore was…

DSP Investigating Threatening Image on Social Media

By Mari Lou / October 26, 2023

Delaware State Police have been investigating a threatening image that was reported by both Cape Henlopen High School and Sussex Central High School. Staff from Cape contacted police Wednesday afternoon about the image on social media that showed a gun and a threat to the school. Officials at Sussex Central also contacted police about the…