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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…

Snow Hill Developing New Bikeway

By Mari Lou / January 14, 2022

The Town of Snow Hill is partnering with Toole Design Group to develop a new bikeway connecting key destinations in the community. As part of the planning process, Snow Hill is seeking community input on bicycling in the Town and on the proposed bicycle route. All residents and visitors are encouraged to share their thoughts…

Maryland Joins Multistate Coalition in Fight to End Facebook’s Illegal Monopoly

By Mari Lou / January 14, 2022

Maryland Attorney General Brian E. Frosh today joined a bipartisan coalition of 48 attorneys general in continuing to fight to end Facebook’s illegal efforts to stifle competition and protect its monopoly power.  Today, the coalition filed an appeal brief arguing that the district court’s ruling dismissing the states’ case was in error.  The coalition argues that the…

Gov Carney Signs Revision to Covid-19 Emergency Order on Masks for Professional & NCAA Athletes

By Mari Lou / January 14, 2022

Governor John Carney on Friday signed a revision to the COVID-19 emergency order, allowing the Division of Public Health (DPH) to approve alternative mitigation measures in place of the mask mandate for professional and NCAA athletes. COVID-19 mitigation plans, including the alternative mitigation measures, must be submitted to hspcontact@delaware.gov. Fans, staff, and other attendees of indoor…

Gov Hogan Announces Enhanced Benefits for Utility & Electric Assistance to Address Rise in Heating Costs

By Mari Lou / January 14, 2022

Governor Larry Hogan today announced that, to address the rise in heating costs, recipients of the state’s utility and electric assistance will receive enhanced benefits during this home heating season. The state is also increasing funding for weatherization assistance programs to improve energy conservation. “The relief we are announcing today will help our most vulnerable…

Greenwood Municipal Election on Saturday

By Mari Lou / January 14, 2022

Greenwood voters will go to the polls on Saturday to elect three members to the Town Council. There are seven candidates running. Incumbents Norman Reed, Willard Russell and Donald Torbert are challenged by Lavonn Johnson, Anthony Massey, Michael Phillips and Lisa Workman. The polls will be open at Greenwood Town Hall from 1 to 7pm.