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WGMD Picture of the Day

By Mari Lou / February 26, 2021

SA Harrison – Millsboro – From the Cape May-Lewes Ferry Terminal / Click for full view

WGMD Picture of the Day

By Mari Lou / February 25, 2021

WGMD Throwback Thursday Picture of the Day – 2008 and the Petition Drive/Oil Rally on the Circle in Georgetown / Click for full view

WGMD Picture of the Day

By Mari Lou / February 23, 2021

Barb Moulinier – Rehoboth Beach – Evening on the Rehoboth Bay / Click for full view

WGMD Radio Flea Market 2-20-21

By Mari Lou / February 20, 2021

Duke – 410-322-6961 – Craftsman 10″ radial arm saw – $50 Charles – 302-945-3753 – Hotpoint 4 cubic foot freezer – $35 – Samsung 19″ LED TV – $25 – Solid oak double-tiered entertainment center – $100 Joe – 302-684-0535 – Champion generator 9375 starting watts Model 100219 – $650 – FREE: wheelchair Tim –…

WGMD Picture of the Day

By Mari Lou / February 18, 2021

ML – Throwback Thursday Picture of the Day – memories of February 2010 – the last of the back to back blizzards. After plowing out the WGMD parking lot & driveway/road – our neighbors took off on the tractor for a run through the fields. The snow was close to 2 feet in places – drifts behind the building that were close to 4′ high / Click for full view

Radio Host, Rush Limbaugh, Dies from Lung Cancer

By Mari Lou / February 17, 2021

Announcement at the beginning of the Rush Limbaugh Show on WGMD this afternoon by his wife, Kathryn. It is with great sadness to inform you that Rush Limbaugh passed away today, February 17 after a long and brave battle with lung cancer. In this time of sorrow, Rush’s voice will continue to be heard, providing…

UPDATE: 2nd Dose Drive Thru Vaccinations at Dover International Speedway – Starting Sun. 2/21

By Mari Lou / February 17, 2021

UPDATE provided by Delaware Public Health Wed. Feb. 17th: The second dose clinic operated by the Federal Emergency Management Agency and by the State of Delaware will begin Sunday, Feb. 21, rather than Saturday as originally announced. Appointments will still be available starting this morning at 11 a.m. at de.gov/fema. The one-day delay is due to…

Delaware’s Coronavirus Numbers Lower; 2nd Dose Vaccinations at Dover Speedway

By Mari Lou / February 16, 2021

Delaware’s coronavirus numbers continue to fall – however testing has been less in the past week because of the weather. Still the two important numbers – the 7-day average for all positive tests is now at 5.5% – the state’s target is 5% and below – and the number of hospitalizations has dropped below 200…

Sussex County Council Discusses the Sussex Conservation District & Master Planning

By Mari Lou / February 16, 2021

The Sussex County Council met Tuesday morning in Georgetown. They started the morning with a presentation from David Baird, the District Coordinator for the Sussex Conservation District. They provide technical guidance and financial assistance to enhance, maintain, protect, and improve land and water resources. Their programs include agriculture conservation, sediment and stormwater and heavy equipment.…

Ailing Seal Pup Rescued by MERR at Cape Henlopen State Park

By Mari Lou / February 15, 2021

The Marine Education Research and Rehabilitation (MERR) Institute responded to a very young gray seal pup on Friday, Feb. 12, near the great dune at Cape Henlopen State Park. The pup, who is only about 3 weeks old and still very small, was huddled up against the dune when she was spotted by a beach…

Fire Damages Milton Area Home Saturday Night

By Mari Lou / February 15, 2021

Firefighters from Lewes, Indian River and Milton were called for a residential fire around 10 Saturday night on Arbor Circle in the Woodbridge development south of Milton. Crews arriving at the scene found fire in the basement and smoke throughout the 2-story house. The State Fire Marshal is investigating.

Dover PD Investigating Church Burglary

By Mari Lou / February 15, 2021

Dover Police are investigating a burglary at Whatcoat United Methodist Church Friday morning. Police say the suspect forced open a door causing about $5000 in damage to church property. The suspect is black and wore a dark sweatsuit with a Looney Tunes logo. He was last seen heading towards the Preserve at Whatcoat Apartments. Contact…

WGMD Picture of the Day

By Mari Lou / February 15, 2021

S A Harrison – Millsboro – From the top of the Indian River Inlet Bridge – looking north towards Dewey Beach / Click for full view

Icy Bridge Conditions Lead to 12 Vehicle Crash on Route 1 Near Magnolia

By Mari Lou / February 14, 2021

Delaware State Police were on the scene of a multiple vehicle crash just before 10 last night on Route 1/Bay Road in the area of Trap Shooters Bridge. Police tell WGMD that 12 vehicles were involved in an accident on the bridge due to icy conditions. It’s unknown the extent of any injuries. Northbound lanes…

One Injured in Crash on Route 13 Near Salisbury

By Mari Lou / February 14, 2021

A crash around 7 Saturday night injured one man. Maryland State Police say a Suburban driven by Elmer Dickerson of Salisbury failed to slow before colliding with the rear of a dump truck on Route 13 northbound south of Centre Drive near Salisbury. Dickerson was taken to Tidal Health by ambulance. The driver of the…

US Senate Vote to Convict Former President Trump Comes Up Short

By Mari Lou / February 14, 2021

Both of Delaware’s US Senators voted to impeach former President Donald Trump. Senator Coons, in a statement Saturday, says that the divisions stirred up by the former President still exist. We need to move forward with an honest agreement on the facts or the politically motivated violence that was seen at the US Capitol on…

WGMD Radio Flea Market 02-13-21

By Mari Lou / February 13, 2021

Gayle – 443-614-7970 – Chatty Kathy(broken voice box) in box w/outfit but no shoes – $65 or Best Offer – Poor Pitiful Pearl in box (pupils have worn off but comes w/3 outfits) – $40 or Best Offer – 3-pc silver-plated tea set – $50 Dale – 302-228-5984 – Unopened 6-pck of Billy Beer –…

Van Rear Ends Occupied Ambulance in Dover

By Mari Lou / February 13, 2021

Dover Police were called for a crash just before 1:30 Saturday morning involving an occupied ambulance. Police learned that a van driven by 35 year old Justin Pawlowski rear ended the ambulance in the area of North DuPont Highway and Scarborough Road. Pawlowski and a passenger in the van were taken to an area hospital…

Millsboro PD Looking for Man for Questioning in Theft Investigation

By Mari Lou / February 13, 2021

Millsboro Police need your help to identify a man wanted in questioning regarding a theft investigation. If you know who this man is – contact Crime Stoppers – 800-TIP-3333 or Millsboro Police Detective Moyer at 302-934-8174.

Applications for Expanded Outdoor Seating in Rehoboth Being Taken

By Mari Lou / February 13, 2021

Applications are now being taken for expanded outdoor seating for restaurants in downtown Rehoboth for the upcoming 2021 season. Applications are due by March 1st. CLICK HERE FOR APPLICATION

Congressman Harris Asks for Clarification on Mask Mandate for Small Craft Fishing Vessels

By Mari Lou / February 12, 2021

Congressman Andy Harris, M.D., issued a statement today in response to the Biden Administration’s Executive Order 13998, which requires the wearing of masks on all federal and federally regulated transportation vehicles and vessels to prevent the spread of COVID-19: “While appropriate on some modes of transportation where social distancing with strangers cannot be maintained, this mandate…

Rehoboth-Dewey Chamber Renames “Volunteer of the Year” Award

By Mari Lou / February 12, 2021

The Rehoboth Beach-Dewey Beach Chamber of Commerce annually recognizes a community member for their service. This year’s recipient will receive the debut “Cheryl Blackman Volunteer of the Year” award – in honor of Blackman who loved and service the resort for 53 years. After her many years of selfless contributions, the Chamber honors her life…

WGMD Picture of the Day

By Mari Lou / February 12, 2021

Dave Nelson – Ocean View – Sunrise over the Indian River Bay / Click for full view

WGMD Picture of the Day

By Mari Lou / February 10, 2021

John McComas – Berlin – Sunrise over the Sinepuxent Bay near Berlin / Click for full view

Gov Carney, DPH, DEMA Announce Updates on COVID-19 Vaccination Program

By Mari Lou / February 9, 2021

Governor John Carney, the Delaware Division of Public Health (DPH), and the Delaware Emergency Management Agency (DEMA) on Tuesday announced updates to the State of Delaware’s COVID-19 vaccination program, with a focus on administering second doses for Delawareans who received first doses at state-operated vaccination events in January:  Later this week, the State of Delaware…