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Advisory: Pending Handgun Purchases Not Completed Before Nov. 16 due to NICS delays require a Permit to Purchase

By Mari Lou / November 21, 2025

Delaware State Police – through the State Bureau of Identification – advise that handgun transactions not approved and completed before November 16th due to delays in the federally required National Instant Criminal Background Check System, must now be completed with a permit to purchase unless exempt under Delaware law. Why this is happening NICS is…

Rehoboth Beach Christmas Tree Arrives

By Mari Lou / November 21, 2025

The City of Rehoboth Beach’s Christmas tree has arrived at the Bandstand and has been put in place for the holiday season. The tree was donated by the State of Delaware – from the grounds next to Tharros Village on Coastal Highway in Lewes. The tree was brought to the Bandstand on a flatbed truck…

Applications Being Taken for DE Inspector General

By Mari Lou / November 21, 2025

Passage of Senate Bill 4 created the Office of the Inspector General in Delaware. Applications are now being taken for Delaware’s Inspector General. The goal of this office is to make sure state government operated with honesty, efficiency and accountability – and to strengthen public trust. The OIG will NOT replace or duplicate the work…

Delaware Republican Party Launches Delaware Cornerstone Initiative

By Mari Lou / November 21, 2025

The Delaware Republican Party has launched the Delaware Cornerstone Initiative. This is a statewide undertaking committed to preparing the next generation of conservative leaders for service, stewardship and success. Young conservatives have been stepping forward with conviction and talent – and the Cornerstone Initiative exists to giver them the structure, training and support worthy of…

Talk of Delmarva Fishing Report 11/21/25

By Mari Lou / November 21, 2025

User 284190339 · 11-21-25 Fishing Report Thursday, we had good weather and good reports from the ocean. The next few days look fishable with a little rain and a little 4-foot sea here and there. Lewes Harbour Marina said the Katydid brought in a catch of sea bass, tog and flounder. Sounds like he fished…

Talk of Delmarva Fishing Report 11/20/25

By Mari Lou / November 20, 2025

There was no audio report available Wednesday, we had one boat depart from Lewes Harbour Marina. The Katydid had a boat limit of sea bass. No one answered the phone at Old Inlet Bait and Tackle. Not sure if the problem is their phone service or if they are closing early. I feel certain that…

Talk of Delmarva Fishing Report 11/19/25

By Mari Lou / November 19, 2025

User 284190339 · 11-19-25 Fishing Report Tuesday saw two boats go out of Lewes Harbour Marina. The Katydid had a boat limit of sea bass. The Shooter Dog had not returned to the dock when I called the shop at 4:30 p.m. No one answered the phone at Old Inlet Bait and Tackle. They have…

Talk of Delmarva Picture of the Day

By Mari Lou / November 19, 2025

Anthony Manuel – Bethany Beach – Bethany Beach sunrise. Click for full view

UPDATED: NTSB Determines a Single Loose Wire in Dali’s Electrical System the Cause of the Collapse of Key Bridge in Baltimore

By Mari Lou / November 18, 2025

UPDATED – 11/18/25 – A year and a half after the Container ship Dali collided with the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore the NTSB has concluded that a thin wire deep in the ship’s electrical system was the cause of the Dali losing power and colliding with the bridge on March 26th, 2024. NTSB Chair…

UPDATED: Sussex County Council has Amended the Retail Marijuana Store Ordinance

By Mari Lou / November 18, 2025

UPDATED – 11/18/25 – The Sussex County Council recognized a county retiree – Dina Monaco for 45 years of service to Sussex County! Monaco was most recently a Financial Representative III. She received a proclamation and plaque from the Council The Council filled a District 1 vacancy on the Library Advisory Board with former County…

Talk of Delmarva Fishing Report 11/18/25

By Mari Lou / November 18, 2025

User 284190339 · 11-18-25 Fishing Report Monday saw a gale warning up for the ocean and bay and to the best of my knowledge, no boats left Lewes or Indian River Inlet. On Thursday evening I attended a meeting of the Advisory Council on Recreational Fishing Funding. The Council was established to oversee the spending…

Talk of Delmarva Picture of the Day

By Mari Lou / November 18, 2025

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

New Westside Salisbury Cell Tower Now in Service

By Mari Lou / November 17, 2025

Wicomico County officials Monday announced the completion and activation of a new Verizon tower on the Westside. County Executive Julie Giordano says the Wicomico Cedar Hill Antenna has been two years in the making and will strengthen communications and improve public safety for Westside residents, first responders and local businesses with improved cell coverage and…

Talk of Delmarva Fishing Report 11/17/25

By Mari Lou / November 17, 2025

User 284190339 · 11-17-25 Fishing Report Sunday, we had a gale warning that will carry through till Monday. Mid-week looks fishable right now. Let’s hope so! The Jay Sea II did sail out of Indian River Marina on Saturday and they caught a boat limit of tog. Fred had a 10 pounder, but Cody had…

Talk of Delmarva Picture of the Day

By Mari Lou / November 17, 2025

Dianne Burk – Milford – Moon breaking through the clouds over Milford. Click for full view

Talk of Delmarva Radio Flea Market 11/15/25

By Mari Lou / November 16, 2025

    NAME: Pastor Adams / 302-858-7939 / selbyvilleassembly.org Selbyville Assembly of God Church, 36360 Pepper Rd., Selbyville, DE   COMMUNITY: Food Pantry The church is running a self-service food pantry that is available 24/7 for anyone needing assistance. If you have additional needs beyond food, please call the church – 302-858-7939   NAME: Larry / 610-812-7590 …

Fire at Laurel-area Residence Under Investigation

By Mari Lou / November 16, 2025

Laurel fire crews were called to a residential structure fire around 9:30 Saturday night on Route 13 south of Laurel. Crews arriving at the scene found fire and smoke showing. Firefighters were able to access the burning home and remove an unresponsive male victim – who is in critical condition at TidalHealth Nanticoke Hospital. Firefighters…

Talk of Delmarva Fishing Report 11/16/25

By Mari Lou / November 16, 2025

User 284190339 · 11-16-25 Fishing Report Saturday saw reasonably good fishing conditions and tog were the order of the day. There will be a gale warning up for Sunday and Monday, but the remainder of the week looks promising. Lewes Harbour Marina told us several boats fished for tog on Saturday and all did well…

City of Salisbury – Road Work on Centre Road Monday, Nov 17

By Mari Lou / November 16, 2025

The City of Salisbury Department of Infrastructure and Development announces that a road closure is scheduled to occur on Centre Road in the area leading up to North Salisbury Blvd beginning Monday, November 17. Day Work; Single-lane closure along Centre Road:  Monday, 11/17 from 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Night Work: Full road closure along…

UPDATED: DSP Identify Victim in Single Vehicle Crash north of Delmar

By Mari Lou / November 15, 2025

UPDATED – 11/15/25 – Delaware State Police have identified 30-year-old Jeremy Mitchell, of Georgetown, Delaware, as the man who died in the fatal crash on Thursday in Delmar.  =============================================== ORIGINAL STORY – 11/14/25 – Delaware State Police are investigating a single vehicle crash that occurred just after 5 Thursday evening on Route 13 north of…

Bethany Beach Town Council Workshop/Special Meeting Monday Morning

By Mari Lou / November 15, 2025

The Bethany Beach Town Council will hold a workshop-special meeting on Monday morning, November 17 in the Town Meeting Room. The Agenda has three topics that will be up for discussion and possible consideration – including the contract for the Route 26 sidewalk extension, the Water Department’s new clarifier and changes in the Town’s parking…

Riddle Farm WWTP near Berlin Fully Operational after Rehabilitation Project

By Mari Lou / November 15, 2025

Worcester County officials say that the Riddle Farm Wastewater Treatment Plant is now fully operational. The plant has been undergoing rehabilitation since June of 2024. Officials say a clogging issue developed in 2017 and from 2018 until earlier this month, effluent was pumped and hauled from the Riddle Farm Wastewater Treatment Plant to the Ocean…

Talk of Delmarva Fishing Report 11/15/25

By Mari Lou / November 15, 2025

User 284190339 · 11-15-25 Fishing Report Friday, we had small craft advisories and on Sunday we will have a gale warning. However, in-between there will be a little, tiny break with light winds and 2-foot seas. You had better get out there a go fishing while you can. Lewes Harbour Marina did have a report…

Ribbon Cut on New Sussex County Family Court Courthouse

By Mari Lou / November 15, 2025

It’s open! State and local officials ceremonially cut the ribbon on the new Sussex County Family Court building on East Market Street in Georgetown. The new facility improves safety, privacy and efficiency with dedicated mediation rooms, private attorney-client spaces, safer routes for incarcerated individuals and a lobby that keeps long lines indoors. Delaware Courts officials…

AG Jennings Statement after Federal Judge Denies Preliminary Injunction Against DE Permit to Purchase

By Mari Lou / November 15, 2025

On Thursday, Judge Maryellen Noreika for the District of Delaware denied the Delaware State Sportsmen’s Association for a preliminary injunction against the state’s permit to purchase law – which is a handgun training and licensing law. Delaware Attorney General Kathy Jennings released a statement Friday: I’m grateful to our team and to our partners in Freshfields…