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WGMD Picture of the Day

By Mari Lou / February 9, 2023

Josh Miller – Chainsaw carving in Felton with a C-17 flying overhead. Click for full view

UPDATED: Georgetown Woman Dies from Injuries after Struck by Vehicle in Long Neck-area Parking Lot

By Mari Lou / February 8, 2023

UPDATED – 02/08/23 – The Delaware State Police have identified the victim who died in a fatal pedestrian collision that occurred on February 3 in the parking lot of the Back Bay Shopping center as 62 year old Karen Shiles of Georgetown. =============================================================== A pedestrian who was struck by a vehicle in the parking lot of…

Proposed Grant Program Would Help Make DE Roads & Communities Safer

By Mari Lou / February 7, 2023

A measure pending action in the Delaware House of Representatives proposes a $20-million one-time grant program to curtail the state’s rising traffic deaths, address crime concerns, and fully staff Delaware’s law enforcement agencies. Rep. Mike Smith says his proposal, House Bill 39, is not a solution but rather a way to help police agencies start…

Sussex County Council Approves Applications for the Community Development Block Grant Program

By Mari Lou / February 7, 2023

The Sussex County Council met Tuesday morning in Georgetown. The meeting began with two County residents who spoke to the Council about re-evaluating the Cluster Subdivision Code. This comes after the Coral Lakes subdivision appeal with the Council affirmed the Planning & Zoning Commission’s approval. They cited that perimeter buffers, open space and density were…

Easton Man Charged in Arson of Own Home on Thanksgiving

By Mari Lou / February 7, 2023

An Easton man has been charged with 1st degree arson in the burning of his own home on Thanksgiving Day last year. The Maryland State Fire Marshal has charged 41 year old Fred Rider after it was determined that he set his own home on Peach Orchard Road in Easton on fire – completely destroying…

Woodland Ferry Closed Thursday

By Mari Lou / February 7, 2023

The Woodland Ferry will be closed on Thursday, February 9. The Ferry will reopen for normal operations at 7am Friday, Feb 10. Drivers need to take an alternate route on Thursday.

Ocean Pines Man Charged with Drug & Weapons Offenses

By Mari Lou / February 7, 2023

An investigation by the Worcester County Criminal Enforcement Team led to the arrest of an Ocean Pines man. Officials went into a home on Ocean Parkway with a search and seizure warrant Friday. They located about 756 grams of marijuana, 9 regulated firearms – 3 of them converted to full automatic, several loaded high capacity…

Cops & Coffee in Rehoboth Beach Tuesday, Feb 7

By Mari Lou / February 7, 2023

Delaware State Police from Troop 7 in Lewes invite you to a Cops and Coffee on Tuesday from 9 to 10am at Surf Bagel Midway on Coastal Highway in Rehoboth Beach. Troop 7 staff will be available to answer questions, address concerns, and chat with neighbors. Everyone is welcome.

WGMD Picture of the Day

By Mari Lou / February 7, 2023

Carol Tabor – Think Spring!! Porch flowers at the Bayshore Campground. Click for full view

MD Army National Guard Members Deploying to Middle East

By Mari Lou / February 6, 2023

About 70 members of the Maryland Army National Guard are headed to the Middle East. They will be taking 7 Chinook helicopters assigned to Bravo Company, 3rd Battalion, 126th Aviation Regiment – this in support of Operation Inherent Resolve and Operation Spartan Shield. The deployment ceremony was held Monday at Aberdeen Proving Ground – South.

Maryland Woman & Florida Man Charged in Targeted Plot to Attack Maryland’s Electrical Substations

By Mari Lou / February 6, 2023

Two people have been arrested for conspiracy to destroy an energy facility. Sarah Beth Clendaniel of Catonsville appeared in US District Court in Baltimore this afternoon. Brandon Clint Russell of Orlando, FL was also charged and appeared this afternoon in US District Court in Orlando. The affidavit filed in support of the criminal complaint by…

Nearly $43-mllion Announced for Statewide Road Safety Programs in Maryland

By Mari Lou / February 6, 2023

The Maryland Delegation Democrats have announced nearly $43-million for statewide road safety programs. The funding comes through the Safe Streets for All grant program and can be used to upgrade outdated roadway infrastructure and improve safety. Included in the projects – $11.7-million for the City of Salisbury to apply proven safety countermeasures – like sidewalk…

UPDATED: Milford Fire Heavily Damages Townhouse; Fire Determined to be Accidental

By Mari Lou / February 6, 2023

UPDATED – 02/06/23 – The State Fire Marshal has determined that a fire at the Watergate at Milford complex Sunday night was accidental. The fire began on the ground floor attached garage due to an electrical malfunction in the electric service panel. The blaze heavily damages a three story occupied townhouse and damaged five other…

Sussex County Council will Discuss Proposed Ordinances – in Morning & Afternoon Sessions

By Mari Lou / February 6, 2023

The Sussex County Council meets Tuesday morning at 10 at the County Administration building in Georgetown. There will be a public hearing at 10:15 on the Community Development Block Grant application request for the FY 2023 CDBG grant year. Public hearings were held by the Community Development & Housing Department in towns throughout the county…

Two Dover Teens Arrested on Weapons Charges

By Mari Lou / February 6, 2023

Two juveniles have been arrested by Dover Police after an investigation into loitering in a building at the Whatcoat apartments in Dover – and that two of the individuals in the group had firearms. The group ran when police went tot he building, but a 15- and 16-year old were arrested after a brief foot…

UPDATED: 11 Family Pets Die in Hebron Area Fire

By Mari Lou / February 6, 2023

UPDATED – 02/06/23 – Hebron firefighters were called to a residential fire on Giles Lane in Quantico just after 4 Saturday afternoon. State Fire officials say there were smoke alarms in the home after a previous fire incident, but they had not been installed. The occupants of the home discovered the fire which officials say…

UPDATED: Milton Man Died from Injuries after Crashing into Harbeson Area Home

By Mari Lou / February 6, 2023

UPDATED – 02/06/23 – The driver of a vehicle that crashed into the garage of a home on Harbeson Road early Saturday morning died from his injuries. Delaware State Police say 20 year old Charles Maxwell died at the hospital on Saturday. ======================================================== Delaware State Police are investigating a crash that left a Milton man…

WGMD Picture of the Day

By Mari Lou / February 6, 2023

Ritchie G – NYC – Chinese weather balloon or the full “Snow Moon”? Click for full view

DSP Arrest Three in Stolen Vehicle

By Mari Lou / February 5, 2023

A Delaware State Police trooper on patrol near Bridgeville spotted a Grand Caravan with a registration that came back reported as stolen by Milford Police after a computer inquiry. Police made a traffic stop and arrested the driver, 71 year old Alton Jones of Seaford and two occupants – 18 year old Daveon Showell and…

Gas Prices Show a Slight Drop

By Mari Lou / February 5, 2023

Since last Monday, the national average for a gallon of gasoline has dropped just a penny to $3.49. Since Thursday Delaware saw a drop in the price at the pump of 12 cents to $3.36 while Maryland has seen a drop of 5 cents $3.41 on the Shore. AAA Mid-Atlantic officials say gas demand continues…

Early Morning Fires Saturday Keep Sussex Firefighters Busy

By Mari Lou / February 5, 2023

Firefighters on the western side of Sussex County have had a busy weekend. Friday night Laurel firefighters were called to a house fire on Discount Land Road. The State Fire Marshal’s office tells the Talk of Delmarva this was an accidental fire – electrical in nature and caused about $175,000 in damage. Just before 3am…

DelDOT to Hold Virtual Meeting on Route 54 Bridge Replacement at Fenwick Island Monday Morning

By Mari Lou / February 5, 2023

There will be a virtual meeting at 10 on Monday morning on the replacement of the bridge on Lighthouse Road/Route 54 over the Assawoman Bay in Fenwick Island. An in-person workshop was held last week. Monday’s meeting will feature project managers from DelDOT and the design consultant who will give a presentation on the bridge…

Bridgeville Municipal Election in March – Canceled

By Mari Lou / February 4, 2023

There will be no municipal election on Saturday, March 4th in Bridgeville. Three seats were up for election – and three candidates filed for those seats The Commissioners will be sworn in at the regularly scheduled meeting at 7pm on March 13th at the Bridgeville Public Library.

WGMD Radio Flea Market 2-4-23

By Mari Lou / February 4, 2023

Toni – 302-539-3487 – Black and Decker 2hp, 7.25in circular saw – $15 Keith – 302-858-8687 – LOOKING FOR:  Two-seater go Kart, will pay up to $300 tops – LOOKING FOR:  14 to 18 ft flat bottom john boat John – 410-251-6067 – Giving away FREE – 2-275 Gallon tanks 1 has diesel one has…

By Mari Lou / February 4, 2023

Margaret May – Lewes – A little snow on the pond Friday morning. Click for full view