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WGMD Fishing Report 7-31-22

By Mari Lou / August 1, 2022

Sunday was a bit breezy, but fish were caught. Nick Garcia had a good weekend fishing Delaware Bay. On Saturday he and his cousin Caleb made it through a rough morning with the wind against the current to catch a 19-inch flounder, lots of small flounder, some bluefish, a 15-inch trout and some ribbonfish on…

WGMD Fishing Report 7-30-22

By Mari Lou / July 31, 2022

Saturday was a beautiful day to go fishing. Lewes Harbour Marina reported that Price Lindsay, Steve Friend and Jim and Jaden Azato caught 4 yellowfin tuna and one dolphin while chunking from Jim’s boat the Tuna Tickler II. The Falgowskis were at it again. Captain Evan had the Perfect Mixture out to the inshore lumps…

Update: Milton Crash Leaves 1 Dead, 2 Injured

By Mari Lou / July 30, 2022

*story update* Delaware State Police have identified the woman who died in a crash on Milton-Ellendale Highway at Mulberry Street Saturday morning. 20-year-old Jennifer Urias Tacuri of Woodbridge, Virginia was the driver of a car that collided with a vehicle that apparently turned into its path. She died at a local hospital. Two other passengers…

WGMD Radio Flea Market 7-30-22

By Mari Lou / July 30, 2022

Bill / 302-684-3882 – Heavy Duty Dolly Tow Bar, new tires with winch, all accessories – ask for price Joe / 302-381-5114 – Maytag Electric dryer – $50 Jeff – Harrington / 215-206-7140 – Custom-built Harley Davidson trike – Call for details and price Sam / 443-614-8412 – 1964 Ford Galaxy parts, car good condition…

3 Vehicle Crash North of Millsboro Leaves 1 Injured

By Mari Lou / July 30, 2022

Delaware State Police were called to Route 113 and Governor Stockley Road just after 6 Friday night for a vehicle crash. Police tell The Talk of Delmarva that three vehicles were involved and one driver – a 23 year old woman from Delmar, MD received minor injuries. No others requested medical attention. Police say everyone…

CDC Raises DE Covid-19 Community Levels to High Statewide

By Mari Lou / July 30, 2022

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) raised Delaware’s COVID-19 community levels to the High category (red) in all three counties on July 28, 2022.   As a result, the Division of Public Health (DPH) is asking Delawareans to follow the CDC’s key strategies at this level of community spread:   Wear a well-fitting mask in indoor…

WGMD Fishing Report 7-29-22

By Mari Lou / July 30, 2022

Friday saw light winds and calm seas. I was on the beach at 3Rs Road around 6:00AM and set up to catch a cobia. I had some kingfish heads that Robbie at Lewes Harbour Marina saved for me and I rigged one of them on a fish-finder rig. Once that was out there, I rigged…

WGMD Picture of the Day

By Mari Lou / July 30, 2022

Karen Haller – Milton – The John Milton Statue in Mill Park. Click for full view

Atty Julianne Murray Files Complaint on Vote by Mail Statute

By Mari Lou / July 29, 2022

A lawsuit filed by attorney Julianne Murray on behalf of three Delawareans is seeking a permanent injunction and declaratory judgment that the newly signed SB 320 – the vote by mail statute – is unconstitutional under the Delaware Constitution. One of the plaintiffs in this suit is related to an employee of Datatech Digital, LLC…

UPDATED: Lawsuit Filed Over Changes to Delaware Election Laws

By Mari Lou / July 29, 2022

A lawsuit has been filed representing Republican Candidate Michael Higgin and Election Official Michael Mennella challenging the constitutionality of changes to Delaware election laws. These laws, which have been signed into law by Governor John Carney, would introduce same-day voter registration rules and establish mail-in voting, which the lawsuit says could undermine confidence in our…

WGMD Fishing Report 7-28-22

By Mari Lou / July 29, 2022

Thursday was a hot, dry day and fish were caught. Captain Aaron Herd on the Gale Force had the Orogz charter out to the Old Grounds where they spotted a group of cobia on the surface. Logan picked up his pitching rod and made several casts with a Hamilton jig and hooked one of the…

WGMD Fishing Report 7-27-22

By Mari Lou / July 28, 2022

Wednesday saw some light showers between bright sunshine. It was bound to happen. Fenwick Tackle reported that Tyler Adams caught a 41-inch cobia out of the surf in Ocean City on a chunk of kingfish. I would think bunker, spot or mullet would also attract a cobia. You might want to keep a light rod…

Hydrant Flow Tests in Lewes on Thursday

By Mari Lou / July 27, 2022

The Lewes Water Department will conduct Hydrant Flow tests on Thursday. Officials say that during this time you may experience low water pressure or discolored water for up to 24 hours. They advise not to do laundry during this time. If you experience discolored water – run your water on cold for 10 to 15…

Gov Carney Joins Officials in Seaford to Announce $2.5-million in ARPA Investments

By Mari Lou / July 27, 2022

Governor Carney joined state and local officials in Seaford Tuesday to announce a $2.5-million investment to support Energize Delaware’s Energy Fund and the HELP Initiative. This will benefit under-served communities across Delaware – including Seaford – providing tools and education for clean and affordable energy, jobs and workforce development with the goal of building and…

DE & MD to Share in Multistate Settlement with Wawa Over 2019 Data Breach

By Mari Lou / July 27, 2022

Delaware and 6 other states will receive $8-million in a settlement with Wawa. This resolves a December 2919 data breach that compromised about 34-million payment cards used at Wawa stores. Delaware will receive approximately $450,000 through the settlement. Maryland was also a part of the settlement and will receive over $483,000 through the settlement. Also…

Dredging of Murderkill River in August

By Mari Lou / July 27, 2022

DNREC and the Army Corps of Engineers will begin an emergency dredging project in August to restore navigability in the Murderkill River in Kent County. About 52,000 cubic yards of sediment will be removed from the river’s navigation channel – and the dredged sand will then be used to nourish up to 1000 feet of…

Chincoteague Pony Swim This Morning

By Mari Lou / July 27, 2022

Today is the big day – as people from around the world come to watch the ponies swim the Assateague Channel to Chincoteague. The pony swim will take place rain or shine – and will happen at slack tide – where there’s little to no current in the channel. The swim is expected to take…

WGMD Fishing Report 7-26-22

By Mari Lou / July 27, 2022

Tuesday was cool and cloudy with some rain around the edges. Lewes Harbour Marina said the Surface Tension with Captain Chris had 14 flounder with Mate Aaron Brommer landing a Delaware Citation 7.34 pounder all over ocean structure. Jack Nixon and his dad fished with Captain Dave on True to Life Charters. Jack caught a…

UPDATED: DE State Senate Passes SCR 128 Beginning the Process of Removal from Office of State Auditor Kathy McGuiness; State House Will NOT be Called into Session

By Mari Lou / July 27, 2022

The Delaware State Senate met in special session Monday to begin the process of the removal of State Auditor Kathy McGuiness from office. McGuiness was found guilty of three misdemeanor charges earlier this month – she was acquitted of two felony charges. Senate President Pro Tempore Dave Sokola told the Senate that McGuiness has had…

WGMD Picture of the Day

By Mari Lou / July 27, 2022

Margaret May – Lewes – Pretty Iris. Click for full view

OC’s Sun & Surf Cinema to Close After Labor Day – Forever

By Mari Lou / July 26, 2022

It’s been a staple for movie-goers in Ocean City for 50 years, now Fox Theaters announces the Sun & Surf Cinema at 143rd Street will close its doors forever after Labor Day Monday – September 5. The theater opened as a twin theater – 2 screens in 1972. Muriel and Reba Schwartz of Dover opened…

HB 426 Signed into Law – Expands Use of Realty Transfer Tax Funds

By Mari Lou / July 26, 2022

Governor John Carney has signed House Bill 426, which will allow Delaware’s counties to expend Realty Transfer Tax funds for two additional uses. The measure amends Chapter 81, Title 9 of the Delaware code by striking of one word and adds “recreational amenities and land preservation” to how Realty Transfer Tax monies can be used.…

Legislation Updates Protections to Homeowners in Manufactured Home Communities

By Mari Lou / July 26, 2022

Legislation that extends protections to homeowners in manufactured home communities has been signed by Governor John Carney. House Bill 374 would include homes that do not qualify as manufactured homes under the current definition – like those who live in camper trailers on rented land. These Delawareans are not protected under the landlord-tenant code or…

WGMD Fishing Report 7-25-22

By Mari Lou / July 26, 2022

Monday saw small craft advisories up on the ocean. Amanda said no fish crossed the cleaning table on Monday. They do have a new tournament for the month of August. Beginning August 1st and running through August 31st the Dorado for Ducks Tournament will take place. The proceeds from this contest will go to the…

MD Fire Marshal Investigating Fire at Delmar Laundromat

By Mari Lou / July 25, 2022

The Maryland State Fire Marshal is investigating a fire at the Quality Wash on Bi-State Boulevard in Delmar Sunday afternoon just after 2:30. The fire was discovered by a customer. Delmar Firefighters responded and investigation shows the fire began in the back storage area. Anyone with information should contact the Deputy State Fire Marshal at…