Mari Lou
The Delaware Division of Public Health (DPH) is announcing 69 additional positive cases of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) in Delaware, as of 6:00 p.m., Wednesday, July 8, 2020. Two new deaths were also reported. In addition, 63 individuals are currently hospitalized due to COVID-19 in Delaware, 12 of whom are critically ill. A total of…
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Wednesday saw a bit more wind and Thursday and Friday are forecasted to be wet and windy. The excellent weather couldn’t last forever, but it will return next week. The very popular Flounder Pounder Tournament put on by the Paradise Grill on Long Neck has been canceled. They just could not plan the type of…
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WGMD is celebrating 40 years on the air! This WGMD Throwback Thursday Picture of the Day revisits 1995 and WGMD’s 15th Anniversary celebration. Bob Snyder (AM Announcer), Don Dussias (WGMD News), Genevieve Wilson (Ocean Travel), Bob Frederick / Click for full view
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Tuesday was a bit cooler than Monday, but the fish kept right on biting. It looks like we may get some bad weather over the weekend, so what else is new. Amanda at Lewes Harbour Marina said Chauncey Parsons caught his first yellowfin tuna on Monday while fishing on the Wild Goose. Captain Jackie on…
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The Delaware Presidential Primary had no surprises – VP Joe Biden easily won the Democratic vote with 89% of the vote. Bernie Sanders got 7% and Elizabeth Warren 3% of the vote. On the GOP side – President Trump grabbed 88% of the vote and Roque de la Fuente got 12%. In Sussex County Joe…
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After extending the State of Emergency for another month, Governor John Carney discussed the coronavirus pandemic during his Tuesday update. The recent uptick in positive cases at the beach areas has shown in an increase in numbers in the 18 to 35 group – which now nearly equals the 35 to 50 age group. Delaware…
Read MoreThe Rehoboth Beach commissioners unanimously voted to modify the City’s Proclamation of Civil Emergency and Order that face coverings are required in all public places. The decision was made at their July 7, 2020, special meeting. While the health and safety of our community remain the top priority, the commissioners have reevaluated and determined they…
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Delaware State Police continue to investigate the vandalism to the Delaware State Police Memorial at the DSP Headquarters complex in Dover but need your help to identify the suspects responsible. The vandalism occurred in the overnight hours of June 15 into the 16th – the memorial was spray painted with “Black Lives Matter.” The DSP…
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The Delaware Division of Public Health (DPH) is announcing 121 additional positive cases of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) in Delaware, as of 6:00 p.m., Monday, July 6, 2020. Two new deaths were also reported. In addition, 56 individuals are currently hospitalized due to COVID-19 in Delaware, 15 of whom are critically ill. While the total cumulative number…
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Monday was back to the good ole’ summertime. The heat didn’t bother the fish and good catches were made in the bay and ocean. Tommy at Lewes Harbour Marina said the Katydid came in with 28 flounder from ocean structure. The Wild Goose had a catch of yellowfin tuna. Dave at Lighthouse View Tackle on…
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Effective immediately, Worcester County Fire Marshal Jeff McMahon issued a burn ban, and ALL outdoor burning is banned for an indefinite period of time in Worcester County. The ban applies to all outdoor ignition sources, with the following exceptions: proper use of gas and charcoal grills, campfires at the County’s commercial, State, and Federal campgrounds,…
Read MoreGovernor John Carney on Monday formally extended the State of Emergency declaration another 30 days to confront community spread of COVID-19, and issued the following statement: “For months, Delawareans and Delaware businesses have made significant sacrifices to flatten the curve, and protect the health of their family members, friends, and neighbors. We are beating COVID-19. Let’s not…
Read MoreThe Chief Justice has signed a fourth extension of the Judicial Emergency that first went into effect on March 16, 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Chief Justice Collins J. Seitz, Jr. today signed an order extending the 30-day judicialemergency for a fourth time due to the COVID-19 pandemic. While the Courts are now in…
Read MoreFollowing the Trump administration asking the Supreme Court to strike down the Affordable Care Act, last week Senator Carper delivered the Weekly Democratic Address. In the Address, Senator Carper discussed the economic and physical toll the COVID-19 pandemic is taking on workers and families and emphasizes that Americans need health care more than ever. Senator…
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Monday thru Friday at Hosmane Urology, Savannah Road, Lewes from 8:30 to 5:30 – drive thru nasal swab testing for people with and without symptoms. No doctor’s referral is needed but you do need to make an appointment – www.dpspa.com/covid19. NO WALKUPS. * Tues, July 7 at Rehoboth Convention Center Parking Lot from 10am to…
Read MoreThe Delaware Division of Public Health (DPH) is announcing 132 additional positive cases of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) in Delaware, as of 6:00 p.m., Saturday, July 4, 2020. No additional deaths were reported Saturday. In addition, 53 individuals are currently hospitalized due to COVID-19 in Delaware, 15 of whom are critically ill. A total of…
Read MoreA Felton woman received burns to her legs after she was struck by fireworks Saturday night in the Rosewood Farms development. State Fire Marshal officials are investigating and say the 18 year old woman suffered 2nd and 3rd degree burns after she was exposed to sparks from a “fountain” which was ignited by another person…
Read MoreI hope everyone had a great 4th of July and were able to celebrate with family and friends and even get out on the water to catch a few fish. Amanda at Lewes Harbour Marina said Ken Burg fished the Lewes and Rehoboth Canal with Gulp! to catch a 19 and a 21-inch flounder. The…
Read MoreWGMD baby barn swallow. Questions for anyone familiar with these birds – this little one was found on the front porch at WGMD Saturday morning – not sure if he was thrown out of the nest or fell out. Obviously looks old enough to fly – the other babies look much smaller – but he’s barely moved all day – maybe a foot from one spot to another. Any idea what’s happening with this baby? In the 5 years or so since these birds adopted our security camera to build their nest – we’ve never seen this happen before. Mama and/or Papa was hanging out all day sitting on the Knox Box or flying in and out with food for those still in the nest. BIRD UPDATE – MONDAY MORNING – still among the living – still hanging on the front porch. If you know anything about our birds – email wgmd@wgmd.com / Click for full view
Read MoreA crash on Mount Joy Road Friday night just after 6:30 has left two people dead. Delaware State Police say a Toyota driven by an 18 year old man from Georgetown and an Explorer driven by a 29 year old man from Selbyville collided in the area of Lawson Road east of Millsboro. Police say…
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