Mari Lou

SB 2: The Permit before Purchase of a Handgun will be Heard in the DE Senate Judiciary Committee Wednesday Afternoon

By Mari Lou / April 25, 2023

Senate Bill 2, which is legislation that would require residents to complete a firearm training course and obtain a permit before purchasing a handgun, goes before the Delaware Senate Judiciary Committee at 1pm on Wednesday. Public comment will be accepted from both in-person and virtual participant. Written remarks can be submitted as well – either…

Bethany Beach, Rehoboth Beach & Ocean City, MD Nominated for Best Beach in the Northeast

By Mari Lou / April 25, 2023

Bethany Beach, Rehoboth Beach and Ocean City, Maryland have been nominated in the USA Today 10 Best Readers’ Choice travel awards for best beach in the Northeast! The contest gives voters four weeks to vote starting today through noon on May 22nd. CLICK HERE TO VOTE: https://www.10best.com/…/best-beach-in-the-northeast-2023/ The winning beach will be announced on Friday,…

VIDEO: Pres. Biden Announces Re-Election Bid; Joins 2 Democrats & 5 Republicans

By Mari Lou / April 25, 2023

In the running for President of the United States currently – Democratic Candidates– Joe Biden (D), incumbent president of the United States, announced he would run on April 25, 2023.– Robert F. Kennedy Jr. (D), a lawyer and author, announced he would run on April 5, 2023.– Marianne Williamson (D), 2020 presidential candidate and author,…

IRSD: Last Day of School for Students – June 8

By Mari Lou / April 25, 2023

There were no snow days or other weather-related school cancellations this past year so the last day of school for Indian River School District students in grades Pre-K to 11 will be Thursday, June 8. The last day for teachers will be Monday, June 12 and June 9th for para-professionals.

DNREC Virtual Public Hearing on Zero-Emission Vehicle Sales Mandate – How to Participate

By Mari Lou / April 25, 2023

DNREC’s virtual public hearing on the Zero-Emission vehicle sales mandate will be held Wednesday beginning at 6pm. A rally against the mandate will be held outside of the Kent Levy Court from 5 to 6pm. If you would like to comment during the public hearing – you must pre-register by NOON on Wednesday by clicking here or…

Florida Man Arrested for DUI & Criminal Impersonation of Police Officer

By Mari Lou / April 25, 2023

Laurel Police arrested a man for DUI after a traffic stop on South Central Avenue on April 14th. The driver identified himself to police and others as a police officer in Florida. The driver was turned over to the DOC, further investigation determined that he was at one time employed by a Florida law enforcement…

Two Arrested after Shots Fired in Laurel & Police Pursuit that Ended in Delmar

By Mari Lou / April 25, 2023

Laurel Police were called to the Hollybrook Apartments Monday night for multiple reports of shots fired. A suspect vehicle description was broadcast and a Seaford Police officer on patrol spotted a vehicle matching the description and attempted a traffic stop. The vehicle failed to stop – and a pursuit began. Seaford PD lost the vehicle,…

Talk of Delmarva Fishing Report 4-25-23

By Mari Lou / April 25, 2023

Monday began a little cloudy and damp, but soon turned bright a sunny. No warm weather for the rest of the week. The fishing remained a bit slow with no exciting catches made on the ocean or bay. Lewes Harbour Marina reported that the Katydid brought in 20 tog from ocean structure. On Sunday, the…

WGMD Picture of the Day

By Mari Lou / April 25, 2023

Robert Cuddeback – Dagsboro – Sunrise at Peppers Creek Marina. Click for full view

75 Years in Prison for Salisbury Man for Sex Abuse of a Minor

By Mari Lou / April 24, 2023

A Salisbury man has been sentenced to 75 years in prison for sexual abuse of a minor. Associate Judge of the Circuit Court for Wicomico County, Karen Dean sentenced 45 year old Orlando Hill after he entered a plea agreement and was convicted of 2nd degree rape. The sentence stems from two cases in which…

Sussex County Council Public Hearing Tuesday on Ordinance on Removal Procedures for Members of Appointed Boards, Commissions and Advisory Committees

By Mari Lou / April 24, 2023

The Sussex County Council will meet Tuesday morning in Georgetown. The Council will revisit a discussion from January on Tributes, Resolutions and Proclamations and also discuss the disposition of County property. There is a public hearing set for 10:15 on an ordinance to add a new chapter to the County Code on removal procedures for…

Caroline County Shed Fire – Intentional

By Mari Lou / April 24, 2023

Maryland State Fire Marshal investigators are looking for the person responsible for burning down a shed on Drapers Mill Road in Greensboro Friday evening. Firefighters were called just after 6pm and found a 12- by 16-foot shed on fire. Officials say the blaze started inside the shed and was intentionally set. The shed, a vehicle…

Dover PD Looking for Burglary Suspect

By Mari Lou / April 24, 2023

Dover Police are investigating a burglary early Sunday morning at the Napa Auto Parts on South West Street in Dover. Police received a burglary alarm call around 1:30am – after arriving at the scene they found the suspect entered by damaging a window. An undisclosed amount of money was taken and the suspect was gone…

Seaford Man Charged with Felony Shoplifting

By Mari Lou / April 24, 2023

A Seaford man has been arrested for felony shoplifting and other offenses after a traffic stop on Saturday evening. Delaware State Police were called to the Coach Outlet in Rehoboth Beach for a shoplifter and learned that a man entered the store and took numerous handbags from a display table and drove off in a…

Rehoboth Beach Firefighters Battle Dewey Beach Blaze

By Mari Lou / April 24, 2023

Rehoboth Beach firefighters were called to Jersey Street in Dewey Beach around 7:30 Sunday night for a structure fire. Crews arriving at the scene found a home with heavy fire showing. Firefighters were on the scene for about 2 hours – the State Fire Marshal is investigating.

April 24: Final Day for Food & Craft Vendors to Apply for Maryland Folk Festival

By Mari Lou / April 24, 2023

Today is the final day for food and craft vendors to apply for the Maryland Folk Festival in Salisbury this coming September. Foods offered at the festival will include regional and ethnic foods, as well as classic festival fare. The marketplace will offer festival-goers juried, handmade creations from the finest artists and craftspeople from Maryland…

Parking & Transportation Study to be Done This Summer in Rehoboth Beach

By Mari Lou / April 24, 2023

Rehoboth Beach Commissioners have authorized a study that will focus on parking, traffic and congestion in the resort. The $150,000 study will be conducted by the Rossi Group, a Maryland-based civil engineering and planning company and will begin this summer so that planners can see first hand the issues that come up during the summer…

DNREC Accepting Written Comment on Proposed EV Regulations Before & After April 26 Public Hearing

By Mari Lou / April 24, 2023

The public hearing on DNREC’s potential adoption of the Advanced Clean Car II regulations will be held on Wednesday, April 26. DNREC is accepting public comment for the record ahead of the public hearing. Only comments made to DNREC and entered into the public record will be considered by the Department as part of the…

Talk of Delmarva Fishing Report 4-24-23

By Mari Lou / April 24, 2023

After the thunderstorms on Saturday evening, Sunday was clear and cool with not quite as much wind, but for the most part, fishing remained slow. Patty at Captain Bones in Odessa said rockfish to 30 inches have been caught from Augustine Beach on cut bunker. White perch have been caught on bloodworms and catfish will…

UPDATED: Early Morning Fire Destroys Rehoboth Beach Home

By Mari Lou / April 23, 2023

UPDATED 4/23/23 – A Rehoboth Beach house was heavily damaged by fire early Saturday morning. Firefighters were called just after 1am to Corofin Lane in the Kinsale Glenn development and found a home heavily involved in fire with exposure to neighboring homes. Crews from Lewes, Bethany Beach and Indian River assisted Rehoboth Beach who were…

Talk of Delmarva Fishing Report 4-23-23

By Mari Lou / April 23, 2023

The weather was warm on Saturday, but the unrelenting wind made fishing difficult for both fresh and saltwater anglers. The passing front on Saturday night will bring a change in the weather system and while it will blow again on Sunday the early week, when most folks have to go back to work, looks like…

Talk of Delmarva Radio Flea Market 4-22-23

By Mari Lou / April 22, 2023

Dan – Train Show April 29th – Roxana Fire House 9-2pm – $6 adult / under 10 free Susan – 302-396-8508 – Dr. Scholls 8w slip on shoes – $15 – Eureka Imperial 840 Upright vacuum – $25 – Bissell Upright – $25 Ron – 302-875-2862 – 1986 Honda Goldwing, runs good, tagged for 2…

Talk of Delmarva Fishing Report 4-22-23

By Mari Lou / April 22, 2023

We had a very warm spring day on Friday and while fish were caught it is still a lot slower than it should be considering how good it is to our north and south. Lewes Harbour Marina reported that the Katydid and the Sea Jay II both fished for tog over ocean structure and both…

WGMD Picture of the Day

By Mari Lou / April 22, 2023

Donny Reed – Ocean City – Sand piper at surf’s edge in Fenwick Island. Click for full view

No Municipal Election in Georgetown in May

By Mari Lou / April 21, 2023

The deadline to file as a candidate for two open seats on the Georgetown Town Council has passed. Incumbent Christina Diaz-Malone was the only candidate to file for the Ward 1 seat. Anthony Neal was the only candidate to file for the Ward 2 seat, currently held by Sue Barlow, who did not run for…