Mari Lou

AG’s Independent Investigations Division & MSP Investigating In-Custody Death at Centreville Barrack

By Mari Lou / January 23, 2022

An investigation is underway after a man in custody at the Maryland State Police barrack in Centreville died. Troopers made a traffic stop around 7:30 Friday night and arrested the driver for possession of a controlled substance. When he was arrested, the man was conscious, cooperative and responsive to questions, but a couple of hours…

UPDATED: Snow Emergency Plan in Worcester County – LIFTED

By Mari Lou / January 22, 2022

UPDATED: 1pm – Effective Saturday 01/22/2022 at 1300 hours (1 pm), the Maryland State Police Berlin Barrackin Worcester County in conjunction with local agencies and the State Highway Administration will belifting the Snow Emergency Plan. Please use caution on roadways in and around the Worcester County area. Be mindful of blackice at night and try…

WGMD Radio Flea Market 1-22-22

By Mari Lou / January 22, 2022

Vicky – 302-645-2790 – Original Wood Flexible Flyer Sled, Good condition – $100 obo – Picture post card collection, 70 years in the works – $100 – Two brand new (Mint) Superman comics titles “Doomsday” & “Death of Superman” – $25 each Helen – 610-717-7559 – Oak Roll Top desk – $300 – Black Dresser…

WGMD Picture of the Day

By Mari Lou / January 22, 2022

Abigail Dion – Sykesville – Ghostly boat in the fog off the beach in Ocean City. Click for full view

Felton Man Charged in Kent County Construction Site Burglaries

By Mari Lou / January 21, 2022

A Felton man has been arrested for burglaries at construction sites in Kent County. Delaware State Police began investigating the burglaries at the end of November and learned the suspect would enter a home under construction and steal new appliances and construction materials. The investigation led police to 41 year old Keith Biddle, who was…

DE Unemployment Drops Statewide, but Sussex County Sees Increase

By Mari Lou / January 21, 2022

Delaware’s unemployment rate dropped one-tenth of a percent in December to 5.0% – the national rate dropped 3-tenths to 3.9%. The First State finished 2021 with 11,900 more jobs than a year ago – with gains in the Leisure & Hospitality, Wholesale and Retail Trade and Construction sectors. Sussex County saw an increase in unemployment…

Representative Gerald Brady Announces Resignation from State House

By Mari Lou / January 21, 2022

Rep. Gerald Brady issued the following statement Friday: “I am announcing my resignation from the Delaware House of Representatives, effective Friday, February 4, 2022. I do so with deep regret and sadness, but I remain grateful for the nearly 16 years of service I was privileged to render of behalf of my neighbors and my community.…

WGMD Picture of the Day

By Mari Lou / January 21, 2022

Eric Reifsnyder – Milton – Lewes Canal by drone. Click for full view

WGMD Picture of the Day

By Mari Lou / January 20, 2022

WGMD Throwback Thursday Picture of the Day – to 2012 and a remote at Shenanigans Pub on the boardwalk in Ocean City with WGMD’s Mike Bradley and Walt Palmer. Click for full view

Gov Carney to Deliver State of the State Thursday, Jan 20

By Mari Lou / January 19, 2022

Delaware Governor John Carney will deliver his 2022 State of the State address at 2pm on Thursday, January 20. Gov Carney will speak from the House Chamber in Legislative Hall in Dover. His address will be live-streamed on Governor Carney’s Facebook page, YouTube and de.gov/sots. The Delaware General Assembly will convene in a Joint Session…

WGMD Picture of the Day

By Mari Lou / January 19, 2022

John Bussard – Ocean Pines – North Ocean City from the Rt 90 Bridge. Click for full view

Coronavirus Update: Possible Leveling, but Numbers Still Too High in Delaware

By Mari Lou / January 18, 2022

Coronavirus numbers in Delaware remain too high – but Public Health officials have seen a possible leveling off in the number of positive tests and hospitalizations. Testing has seen a huge increase after the post-holiday surge – reaching just under an average of 9000 tests daily – and over 62,000 last week. While the average…

WGMD Picture of the Day

By Mari Lou / January 18, 2022

Catherine Madden – Broadkill Beach. Click for full view

House Bill Would Help Modest Income Delawareans Keep More of Their Earnings

By Mari Lou / January 17, 2022

The authors of a new measure in the State House of Representatives say it will help Delaware’s working families avoid having their earnings unfairly taxed at higher rates.  House Bill 278, sponsored by State Rep. Rich Collins (R-Millsboro) and State Sen. Dave Lawson (R-Marydel), would require the state’s personal income tax brackets to be annually adjusted for inflation.   Rep.…

UPDATED: Hollyville Road Near Millsboro is Reopened after Crash

By Mari Lou / January 17, 2022

UPDATED – Hollyville Road has been reopened to traffic ====================================================================== Delaware State Police are on the scene of a serious motor vehicle crash that occurred at approximately 1:11 p.m. this afternoon on Hollyville Road south of Harmony Cemetery Road. Emergency personnel from Millsboro VFC and Mid-Sussex Rescue were on the scene. As a result of…

DSP Looking to Solve Cold Case Fatal Hit & Run Crashes

By Mari Lou / January 16, 2022

The Delaware State Police Collision Reconstruction Units (CRU) based throughout the State are seeking the assistance with Cold Case Fatal Hit and Runs. The following are six cold case investigations the units have been working to solve, but have not had any leads or further information provided over the course of the years. DOVER –…

Three Incumbents Returned to Greenwood Town Council; Town Hall Closed Temporarily

By Mari Lou / January 16, 2022

Greenwood voters have returned all three incumbents to the town council. Norman Reed and Donald Torbert each received 57 votes and Willard Russell received 56. They were the top vote-getters for the 3 seats up for election from a total of seven candidates. Lisa Workman received 21 votes, Michael Phillips got 16, Anthony Massey won…

WGMD Radio Flea Market 1-15-22

By Mari Lou / January 16, 2022

Gary – 302-542-8002 – LOOKING FOR:  Old used bar bell weight plates Charles – 302-945-3753 – Double wide oak dresser and Double-decker Oak dresser – $300 both – Two lamps oak and glass base 20″ high – $30 both – Large wall mirror – $20 Vicky – 302-645-2790 – Original Wood Flexible Flyer Sled Good…

DNREC Virtual Public Meeting on White Creek Dredging Project

By Mari Lou / January 16, 2022

Join DNREC’s Shoreline and Waterway Management Section for a project overview and updates on the planned dredging of White Creek in Sussex County. WHEN: Wednesday, January 19, 2022 at 6:00 p.m. WHERE: Virtual (Click Here) The 2022 White Creek Dredging Project is in the engineering phase. Channel maintenance for White Creek, which connects Indian River…

WGMD Picture of the Day

By Mari Lou / January 16, 2022

Jeannine Streeter – Long Neck – Perfect reflection. Click for full view

Traffic Stop Leads to Arrest of Two Men on Warrants

By Mari Lou / January 15, 2022

A traffic stop Thursday afternoon near Harbeson by Delaware State Police led to the arrest of 2 men – one who was wanted for a home invasion in Lewes. Police spotted 21 year old Jhareed Ayers in a rear seat in a Hyundai being driven by an 18 year old woman on Route 9. When…

Friday Night Fire in Farmington Accidental

By Mari Lou / January 15, 2022

A Farmington home was heavily damaged by fire Friday night – State Fire Investigators say the blaze was accidental. The fire was reported just after 9pm on Route 13 near Williamsville Road. Farmington firefighters found smoke pouring from the home – crews from Greenwood, Houston and Harrington assisted. Investigators say the fire began inside a…

Weekly COVID-19 Update: New Positive Cases, Hospitalizations Continue to Trend Upward

By Mari Lou / January 15, 2022

The Delaware Division of Public Health (DPH) is providing an update on the most recent statistics related to coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) in Delaware, as of Thursday, Jan 13, 2021. DPH reported the highest number of new positive daily cases since the start of the pandemic with 4,771 positive cases reported to the state Friday,…

WGMD Picture of the Day

By Mari Lou / January 15, 2022

ML – Frozen at St. Martin’s Neck – Assawoman Bay-side. Click for full view

Prescribed Fires to Begin at Blackwater National Wildlife Refuge

By Mari Lou / January 14, 2022

Blackwater National Wildlife Refuge (NWR) announces that their prescribed fire program will begin in January.  Prescribed fires are used as a management tool to reduce wildfire risks and improve wildlife habitats. The Blackwater fire crew, assisted by Maryland Department of Natural Resources, will be burning designated areas of marshlands, woodlands, and agricultural fields during the next…