Mari Lou

WGMD Radio Flea Market 11-6-21

By Mari Lou / November 6, 2021

Julie – Georgetown / 302-612-0063 – 4 month old purebred Vizsla puppy, male, housebroken, leash trained, micro-chipped, sweet personality – $1,800. Susan – Lewes / 302-396-8509 or 302-396-8508 – Homemade afghan for double or twin beds, lime green, rose and white. 48” width x 60” length – $35 – 2 lamps 28” high, rose color…

WGMD Fishing Report 11-5-21

By Mari Lou / November 6, 2021

Friday saw small craft advisories up and on Saturday the wind will be northeast at 15 to 20 knots and seas will run three to six feet. Sunday will see winds out of the northeast at 20 to 25 knots with gusts to 30 and seas will be four to seven feet with rain in…

WGMD Picture of the Day

By Mari Lou / November 6, 2021

Jennifer – Gull hanging out at the Rehoboth Beach Yacht & Country Club. Click for full view

Punkin’ Chunkin’ Wants to Come Back to Delmarva

By Mari Lou / November 5, 2021

Punkin’ Chunkin’ wants to come back home.  The 2019 chunk was held in Illinois – the past two years have been inactive thanks to coronavirus.  Organizers are again searching for somewhere on Delmarva – in Maryland or Virginia where the 2022 chunk could be held and are looking for your help to make Punkin Chunkin…

Selbyville Walk-Away Apprehended Friday

By Mari Lou / November 5, 2021

Corrections officials have arrested an offender who failed to return to the Hazel D. Plant Women’s Treatment Facility in New Castle last month. Officials say 24 year old Victoria Dunston of Selbyville was listed as a walk away on October 27 – she was being held for a violation of probation on a charge of…

Milford PD Investigate Shooting Incident

By Mari Lou / November 5, 2021

Milford Police were called to Brightway Commons just after midnight Friday for a report of a shooting. Police learned that unknown suspects in a dark-colored SUV fired numerous rounds – damaging 8 vehicles and property in the area. There were no injuries, but police are asking for anyone with information to contact Milford PD –…

Gov Carney Extends Public Health Emergency Order Another 30 Days

By Mari Lou / November 5, 2021

Governor John Carney on Friday formally extended the Public Health Emergency order another 30 days to allow the State of Delaware and medical providers to continue COVID-19 vaccination and testing programs, and issued the following statement:  “There’s no better way to prevent the spread of COVID-19 than getting vaccinated,” said Governor Carney. “Children ages 5 and older are now eligible…

Rabid Raccoon Found in Delmar, MD

By Mari Lou / November 5, 2021

On November 5, 2021, a raccoon tested positive for rabies from the 1100 block of Walnut Street in Delmar.  The Wicomico County Health Department is advising all residents to be aware of their surroundings and avoid contact with all wild or stray animals. Rabies is a preventable viral disease that exists in the saliva of…

WGMD Fishing Report 11-4-21

By Mari Lou / November 5, 2021

The ocean was rough on Thursday, but the Delaware Bay was fishable. Friday will see north winds at 15 to 20 knots with gusts to 25 and seas at three to four feet. Saturday the wind will go northeast at 10 knots with seas remaining at three to four feet. The report from Lewes Harbour…

WGMD Picture of the Day

By Mari Lou / November 5, 2021

Charles May – Lewes – Evening minnow hunt off Lewes Pier. Click for full view

WGMD Fishing Report 11-3-21

By Mari Lou / November 4, 2021

The weather was reasonable on Wednesday, but only a few boats fished the Delaware Bay. Thursday will see north winds at 10 to 15 knots with gusts to 20 and seas in the ocean around two feet. Friday the wind will stay north and increase to 15 to 20 knots in the morning then drop…

WGMD Picture of the Day

By Mari Lou / November 4, 2021

WGMD Throwback Thursday Picture of the Day – 2006 – Ron Letterman meeting up with some of the people who took part in the Ride for the Purple Heart. Participants met at Harbeson Cycle – traveled by motorcycle, truck & car to Suicide Bridge Restaurant in Hurlock, MD Click for full view

WGMD Fishing Report 11-2-21

By Mari Lou / November 3, 2021

The wind was not a problem on Tuesday, but only one charter boat ran from Lewes Harbour Marina and the Katydid fished in Delaware Bay. He brought back tog, triggerfish and blowfish. Wednesday will see northwest winds at 10 to 15 with gust to 20 on the ocean and bay. Seas on the ocean will…

WGMD Picture of the Day

By Mari Lou / November 3, 2021

Steve Hopkins – Long Neck – Tunnel nature trail near Rehoboth Bay at Pot Nets Creekside. Click for full view

WGMD Fishing Report 11-1-21

By Mari Lou / November 2, 2021

To the best of my knowledge, no one ventured out on the open bay or ocean on Monday. Tuesday will see northwest winds of at five to ten knots and seas of three feet with light rain in the afternoon. Wednesday the wind will continue from the northwest at 10 to 15 knots and seas…

WGMD Picture of the Day

By Mari Lou / November 2, 2021

Steven Rust – Milford – Harvest time along Sandbox Road. Click for full view

Redistricting Legislation Passes in Delaware – Waiting for Governor’s Signature

By Mari Lou / November 1, 2021

The Delaware General Assembly on Monday sent legislation laying out new boundaries for all 62 legislative districts to Governor John Carney for his signature.  Passage of Senate Bill 199 during this week’s special session concludes the Legislature’s constitutionally mandated reapportionment process based on the most recent federal Census data – an exercise that included the launch of a…

WGMD Fishing Report 10-31-21

By Mari Lou / November 1, 2021

Sunday saw small craft advisories up on the ocean, but a few boats were able to fish the bay. Monday winds will be northwest at 15 to 20 knots and seas in the ocean will be three to four feet. Tuesday the wind will drop out to north at five knots and the seas in…

3-Vehicle Crash on Route 24 Sends Several to Hospital

By Mari Lou / October 31, 2021

A 3-vehicle crash on Route 24 in the area of Rosedale Road sent several people to the hospital Saturday evening. Emergency personnel from Indian River were called and found an SUV and a Civic with both front and rear damage and a Toyota with extensive driver’s side damage. Officials say several victims were taken to…

WGMD Fishing Report 10-30-21

By Mari Lou / October 31, 2021

Saturday saw the storm warnings from Friday replaced by small craft warnings and these will continue all day Sunday.  Winds on Sunday will be southwest at 15 to 20 knots with gusts to 25 and seas of three to five feet.  On Monday the wind will go northwest at 15 to 20 then diminish to…

Rehoboth Public Works Cleanup Sludge Overflow

By Mari Lou / October 31, 2021

Rehoboth Beach public works officials report that wastewater sludge overflowed from the city’s wastewater treatment facility late Friday night into Saturday morning.  The overflow was discovered around 8 Saturday morning – it is the result of the heavy rainfall and ongoing construction at the treatment facility.  Officials vacuumed up about 4000 gallons Saturday and applied…

WGMD Picture of the Day

By Mari Lou / October 31, 2021

Red Moulinier – Rehoboth – Stormy seas at the Harbor of Refuge Lighthouse in Lewes. Click for full view

UPDATED: Flooding Still Possible at Areas Statewide at High Tide

By Mari Lou / October 30, 2021

Last updated: 10/30/21 – 5:00pm Statewide – Motorists Should Use Caution for Flooding on Roadways and High Wind Gusts The Department of Transportation (DelDOT) advises motorists that roads may be closed and/or restricted due to flooding and/or downed trees and power lines. Widespread minor to major tidal flooding is expected with high tide cycles. East…

DSP Investigating Shots Fired at Blades Home

By Mari Lou / October 30, 2021

A Blades man was not injured after someone shot at his home multiple times Friday night.  Delaware State Police were called to the South Market Street home around 10:40pm.  Investigation determined that the shots were fired close to the residence – two bullet holes were found in the side of the front porch awning.  Several…

WGMD Radio Flea Market 10-30-21

By Mari Lou / October 30, 2021

Susan / Lewes – 302-396-8508 – Black & Decker workmate, foldable – $25 – Double laundry cart (lights/darks) on wheels – $12 – Two pink lamps, 16” high – $25 David / Georgetown – 302-858-5006 – LOOKING FOR: Baker willing to provide Shoofly pies for Thanksgiving and Christmas Dixie / Lewes – 302-542-4467 FREE:  5…