Mari Lou

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…

Dover Man Charged after Shooting

By Mari Lou / January 3, 2021

A Dover man has been arrested after a shooting early Sunday morning at the Capital Inn. Dover Police were called just after 12:30 and found a 25 year old female victim who had been shot three times in the hip area. She also had cuts and bruises to her face and head. Witnesses told police…

Schools Return from Winter Break…Most Remain in Remote Learning

By Mari Lou / January 3, 2021

DELAWARECape Henlopen District schools reopen on Monday. Before the start of the Christmas break the district switched to remote learning after an increase in positive cases of coronavirus. However district officials plan to begin Monday with hybrid learning – however that could still change. Indian River students also return to classes on Monday, however they…

Ellen Magee Appointed as Sussex County Register of Wills

By Mari Lou / January 2, 2021

As Cyndi Green moves into the District 2 seat on the Sussex County Council this week, Governor John Carney has appointed Ellen Magee to the now vacant Sussex County Register of Wills seat. Under the Delaware Constitution, the governor must appoint a replacement for the row office seat until January 2023 – an election will…

WGMD Radio Flea Market 1-2-21

By Mari Lou / January 2, 2021

Toni – 302-539-3487 – 2 surf rods 10′ – $25 each (1) 6 and1/2″ rod reel 20 Debra – 302-535-5349 (ask for Frank) – 2009 Nissan Altima slate gray w/sunroof – $3800 Kathy – 651-373-4321 – Twin daybed wood and metal (2) mattresses plus linens (must be picked up) – $150 or best offer Mark…

WGMD Picture of the Day

By Mari Lou / January 1, 2021

Bill Hunter – Ocean Pines – Moonlight over Ocean City / Click for full view

WGMD Picture of the Day

By Mari Lou / December 30, 2020

Jerel McCumbers – Milford – Near Hallwood, VA in Accomack County / click for full view

WGMD Picture of the Day

By Mari Lou / December 29, 2020

Donnie Vanderslice – Slaughter Beach / Click for full view

WGMD Picture of the Day

By Mari Lou / December 28, 2020

Carol Tabor – Ocean View – Sunset over Indian River / click for full view

WGMD Radio Flea Market 12-26-20

By Mari Lou / December 26, 2020

Mark – 302-265-5088 – 4 matching Goodyear Wrangler tires, 18 inch, used, good shape – $200 for all 4 Dean – 302-644-4472 – 1968 Blue two tone four door Skylark, 103000 miles -,$6000 obo Kathy – 651-373-4321 – Twin size day bed, Includes two mattresses and pillows – $150 Jim – 240-899-7516 – 9ft by…

WGMD Picture of the Day

By Mari Lou / December 26, 2020

Barb Moulinier – Rehoboth Beach – Dolphin chasing the Cape May-Lewes Ferry / Click for full view

WGMD Picture of the Day

By Mari Lou / December 25, 2020

WGMD’s 2020 Christmas tree / Click for full view

WGMD Picture of the Day

By Mari Lou / December 24, 2020

Throwback Thursday Christmas Eve Picture of the Day by Chick Bradford – Harbeson – around 2005 – the Rehoboth roundabout lighthouse decorated for the holidays / Click for full view