Mari Lou

MD E-ZPass Customer Service Centers to Offer Temporary Extended Hours – Including Saturdays

By Mari Lou / January 12, 2021

In an effort to enhance customer service capabilities at a time of increased demand, the Maryland Transportation Authority (MDTA) will offer extended hours at all E-ZPass® Maryland Customer Service Centers (CSCs) beginning Saturday, January 16. Under these temporary extended hours – which will be in place until further notice – E-ZPass Customer Service Centers will add Saturday service hours from…

Eden Blaze Under Investigation

By Mari Lou / January 11, 2021

A home on Redden Ferry Road in Eden was heavily damaged by fire this morning. The occupant discovered the fire just before 9am when the smoke alarm went off. Allen firefighters found heavy smoke showing when they arrived at the large 2 story home. Fire investigators say the blaze was under control in about 20…

Delaware State Park Offices Reopen Tuesday, Jan 12

By Mari Lou / January 11, 2021

The Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control will reopen its state park offices Tuesday, Jan. 12, with limited hours from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. every day. Park offices were closed from Dec. 24 through Jan. 11 to limit the spread of COVID-19. The Indian River Life Saving Station (IRLSS) and Indian River…

Wicomico County: Phase 1-A Don’t Delay! Schedule Your Vaccination Today

By Mari Lou / January 11, 2021

Wicomico County Health Department is currently vaccinating individuals in Phase 1A of the Vaccination Plan. Individuals included in this phase who have not already received their first dose of the COVID-19 vaccine should email wicomico.covidvax@maryland.gov to schedule an appointment. The health department would like to urge those individuals within Phase 1A to not wait to…

Sussex County Council to Discuss Meetings at Delaware Tech & Appointment to BOA Vacancy

By Mari Lou / January 10, 2021

The Sussex County Council meets Tuesday in Georgetown.  During this week’s meeting they will discuss with County Administrator Todd Lawson meetings held at Delaware Tech.  They will also discuss an appointment to the Board of Adjustment to fill the vacancy left by Ellen Magee, who recently filled the vacated Register of Wills seat.  County Engineer,…

DE Coronavirus Numbers Remain Elevated

By Mari Lou / January 10, 2021

The numbers remain elevated for positive coronavirus tests, hospitalizations and the number of deaths in Delaware. Public Health officials report 12 deaths on Friday – 6 of them were in Kent County, 4 in New Castle County and two in Sussex. All ranged in age from their 60 to 90s and five were residents of…

National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day

By Mari Lou / January 9, 2021

STATEMENT OF U.S. ATTORNEY DAVID C. WEISS As this week’s events in D.C. once again demonstrate, we are a nation of laws. And it falls to our law enforcement officers to fairly discharge their responsibilities and enforce our laws. In Delaware, we are fortunate to have an extraordinary group of federal, state and local officers…

DE State Lawmakers Return to Dover Tuesday

By Mari Lou / January 9, 2021

The Delaware General Assembly reconvenes this week to begin doing the State’s business. State Lawmakers will begin virtually. Both chambers will administer the Oath of Office for new and re-elected members on Tuesday. The State House also adopt House Rules, and the examination of the Certificates of Election. While the General Assembly will meet virtually…

WGMD Radio Flea Market 1-9-21

By Mari Lou / January 9, 2021

Bob – 443-397-8097 – Motorola Moto-E, 6.2 screen – $100 Frank – 302-535-5349 – 2009 Nissan Altima, automatic, charcoal gray w/sunroof, leather seats, Bose radio, 112,000 miles – $4800 Jim – 443-614-7968 – 4.5 foot solid maple dining room table w/2 extensions and 4 chairs – $150 or best offer Vickie – 302-645-2790 – Box…

UPDATED: Two Die in Early Morning Fire in Salisbury

By Mari Lou / January 9, 2021

Two people are dead after a fire early Saturday morning at a home on First Street in Salisbury. A passerby discovered the fire just before 3am and called 911. Salisbury firefighters arrived and found the home ablaze – it took about 40 minutes to bring the fire under control. After the fire was extinguished, firefighters…

DPH Records 1st Pediatric Death Related to Coronavirus

By Mari Lou / January 8, 2021

While Delaware saw a huge increase in positive coronavirus tests on Wednesday, the numbers were back to a more normal level for Thursday – at 582 new positive cases – with 201 in Sussex County – 261 in New Castle. There were 2 fewer people hospitalized with the virus statewide – with that number at…

DE Senate Releases Tentative Schedule of Virtual Proceedings for January

By Mari Lou / January 8, 2021

The Delaware State Senate on Friday announced a tentative schedule of virtual proceedings in January.   Session of the full Senate will be live streamed on the General Assembly’s website and can be accessed under the section marked “Live Proceedings.” Those wishing to watch session proceedings after they have concluded can find recordings by following links under the “Meetings…

Winter HS Sports Competitions Can Begin Monday, No Tournament Plans Yet Approved

By Mari Lou / January 8, 2021

The DIAA Board of Directors met yesterday virtually, and received confirmation from DPH that winter sports competitions may begin on Monday, January 11, 2021. On December 10, 2020, Governor Carney released the Fourth Revision to the 27th Modification, which suspended games, matches, and competitions as of December 14th. As a result, the December 21, 2020 start date of winter…

Felton Man Charged after Shots Fired Thursday Night

By Mari Lou / January 8, 2021

A Felton man has been arrested after a call for shots fired Thursday night just after 8 in the area of Sandtown Road in Felton. Delaware State Police say an off-duty Trooper was at home when gunfire was heard outside. The trooper went outside and heard the shots as a vehicle passed his driveway. Police…

Gov Carney Continues Coronavirus Restrictions; Lifts 10pm Curfew at DE Bars & Restaurants, HS Winter Sports to Continue

By Mari Lou / January 8, 2021

Governor John Carney on Friday signed the fifth revision to the omnibus emergency order, continuing the restrictions, including the Stay-at-Home advisory and universal indoor mask mandate, to combat the increase in COVID-19 hospitalizations in Delaware.  Beginning today, the 10 p.m. curfew at Delaware restaurants and bars will be lifted, but establishments still must have signage prominently displayed on the table stating…

WGMD Picture of the Day

By Mari Lou / January 7, 2021

WGMD trip to Casablanca in Wilmington. Three busloads of listeners went for dinner and entertainment. Jack Renault is imitating one of the belly dancers. A good time was had by all! / Click for full view

Body of OC Man Found on Beach in October – Ruled Suicide

By Mari Lou / January 6, 2021

The Ocean City police have closed the case regarding the deceased body located on the beach on October 27, 2020.  The Office of the Chief Medical Examiner of Maryland has ruled the cause of death as a suicide. Detectives assigned to the Major Crimes Unit were able to positively identify the deceased and determined there…

WGMD Picture of the Day

By Mari Lou / January 6, 2021

Red Moulinier – Rehoboth Beach – New Coast Guard fast response cutter “Angela McShan” visiting Lewes / Click for full view

DPH Presents 2020 State Health Improvement Plan Progress Report and Hosts Virtual Roundtables

By Mari Lou / January 5, 2021

The public and health stakeholders are invited to engage in two virtual roundtables to further refine the 2020 State Health Improvement Plan (SHIP) Progress Report. The annual SHIP report describes how the Division of Public Health (DPH) and the community it serves will work together to improve the health of Delaware’s population and the conditions…

DE Coronavirus Numbers Elevated, but Steadier; Hybrid Learning Re-Starts January 11

By Mari Lou / January 5, 2021

Delaware’s coronavirus numbers have been elevated since early November – and people gathering with friends and family through the holidays hasn’t helped to flatten the curve. There were 771 new positive cases of the virus reported on Monday – bringing the total to over 61,000. 201 cases reported in Sussex County. There were also 10…

New Sussex Council Members & Clerk of Peace Sworn In

By Mari Lou / January 5, 2021

UPDATED – 10am – The Sussex County Council has reorganized – re-electing Mike Vincent as the Council President and electing John Rieley as the Council Vice President. Everett Moore will continue as the County Attorney and Vince Robertson as Assistant County Attorney. County Administrator, Todd Lawson also read Ellen Magee’s letter of resignation from the…

DE Coronavirus Numbers Rising as Vaccine is Rolled Out

By Mari Lou / January 4, 2021

Following the holidays, Delaware’s coronavirus numbers continue to rise. After 2 days of no deaths from coronavirus – Public Health officials report 7 deaths on Sunday. All range in age from their 60s into their 90s and they all had underlying health conditions. Two were residents of long-term care facilities. Of the 7, 4 were…

DE Manufactured Home Owners Eligible for Free Legal Representation in Disputes with Community Owners

By Mari Lou / January 4, 2021

Attorney General Kathy Jennings announced Monday that manufactured home owners in disputes with their community owners will be eligible for free legal representation by the non-profit Delaware Community Legal Aid Society, Inc. (CLASI), under a contract it entered with the Delaware Department of Justice.  “Constituents in all three counties have called for this kind of resource for years,”…

New Special Enrollment Period for Uninsured Maryland Residents to get Health Coverage

By Mari Lou / January 4, 2021

Governor Larry Hogan announced today a new special enrollment period in which all uninsured Maryland residents have the opportunity to enroll in health coverage now due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic and the recent rise in the positivity rate throughout the state. The enrollment period begins immediately and will run until March 15. “I am…

Time is Running Out for Opting for School Choice in Delaware

By Mari Lou / January 4, 2021

School Choice has been an option in Delaware since the 1996-1997 School Year. A parent residing within the State of Delaware may seek to enroll that parent’s child in a Delaware public school in any school district, charter school, magnet school or vocational-technical school (restricted by county), through the standard application form. Any student not…