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Motorcycle Rider Injured in Crash East of Millsboro

By Mari Lou / March 10, 2020

Emergency personnel from Indian River Volunteer Fire Company responded to a motorcycle accident on Warwick Road east of Millsboro just before 9 on Monday evening.  Officials say the rider of a Honda missed a curve and went off the road striking several driveway markers, crossed through a front lawn and collided with a small tree. …

Milford PD Meeting Tonight to Discuss New HQ

By Mari Lou / March 10, 2020

Residents in Milford are invited to a community conversation about the new Milford Police Department headquarters.  The meeting will be held tonight at 7pm at the Carlisle Fire Company.  Chief Brown wants to share with you the plans for the new facility and get your input on the exterior design.  A public hearing will be…

DE FFA To Hold Annual Convention in Dover

By Mari Lou / March 10, 2020

The Delaware FFA will host its 90th annual State FFA Convention this week at Delaware State University in Dover.  The convention is Wednesday and Thursday and members will participate in career and leadership development events as well as leadership workshops.  On Wednesday FFA members will take part in a day of service – packing over…

Dewey Teen Arrested for Assault in Rehoboth

By Mari Lou / March 10, 2020

A 16 Dewey Beach teen faces felony assault after he assaulted a 54 year old man in the Giant parking lot in Rehoboth Beach.  Delaware State Police were called for a fight Sunday evening and found the victim being treated by EMS.  The teen approached the victim as he left the store asking if he…

Delmarva Power Asking DE PSC for Updates to Electric & Natural Gas Delivery Rates

By Mari Lou / March 10, 2020

Delmarva Power is requesting that the Delaware Public Service Commission update electric and natural gas delivery rates to reflect the costs associated with reliability improvements to the local energy grid, along with new technology the company has implemented to meet customer needs and growth in Delaware. The request would adjust a typical electric residential customer’s…

Ridgley Woman Charged with Child Sex Offenses

By Mari Lou / March 10, 2020

A Ridgley, Maryland woman has been arrested on sex offenses involving a Kent County, Maryland teen.  Maryland State Police arrested 29 year old Brittney Lyles on Friday on charges of 4th degree sex offense and related offenses after an investigation that began last week.  Police say the alleged offenses occurred in February of this year…

DE Memorial Bridge Breaking Traffic Records

By Mari Lou / March 10, 2020

The Delaware Memorial Bridge continues to break traffic records in the New Year.  In January the bridge handled over 1.3-million vehicles – in February over 1.2-million vehicles traveled through the southbound toll plaza.  The previous January record has stood since 2006 – and February’s previous record has been on the books since 2004.  The bridge…

6th Coronavirus Case in Maryland Confirmed

By Mari Lou / March 10, 2020

A 6th case of coronavirus has been confirmed in Maryland.  Governor Larry Hogan says the newest case in a Prince George’s County resident who traveled out of state recently.  Maryland health officials say there are no major concerns over exposure risk to the community and no connection to the previous cases. This is the first…

WGMD Picture of the Day

By Mari Lou / March 10, 2020

Joel Hoffman – Sunrise – from Sea Colony at Bethany Beach / Click for full view

Sussex County Council Meets Tuesday – Possible P&Z Director Selected?

By Mari Lou / March 9, 2020

The Sussex County Council will meet Tuesday morning in Georgetown.  On the agenda, the council will discuss a selection for Director of Planning and Zoning.  Former director Janelle Cornwell left to take a similar position with the City of Lewes at the end of January. There will be two public hearings during the morning session…

DPH Advises Older Delawareans to Avoid Crowds to Reduce Risk from Coronavirus

By Mari Lou / March 9, 2020

Delaware Public health officials advise older Delawareans and people with severe chronic health conditions to follow guidelines issued by the CDC and to avoid crowds as much as possible to reduce the risk of contracting coronavirus.  Early data shows older people are twice as likely to suffer a serious illness from coronavirus or COVID-19.  Currently…

WGMD Picture of the Day

By Mari Lou / March 9, 2020

Debra Swartzlander – Greetings from Holly Lakes Camp Ground! / Click for full view

UPDATED: DSP Looking for Bridgeville Man Wanted for Domestic Assault

By Mari Lou / March 8, 2020

UPDATED – 9:30am – Delaware State Police are looking for 28 year old Arthur Williams of Bridgeville who is wanted on felony charges related to a domestic assault.  Police say Williams was arguing with his ex-girlfriend at a Bridgeville home when the argument turned physical and he unlawfully restrained her.  Williams was gone when police…

UPDATED: Coronavirus UPDATE – VA Marine & CPAC Attendee in MD Test Positive

By Mari Lou / March 8, 2020

UPDATED 3/8/20 8:30am: A Wilmington couple are among the passenger of the cruise ship that’s off the coast of San Francisco, California where 21 people – 19 crew and 2 guests – have tested positive with coronavirus.  NBC 10 in Philadelphia reports the couple – Frank and Gail Sanderson – have been restricted to their…

Delmar Man Charged after Domestic Incident in Bridgeville

By Mari Lou / March 8, 2020

A Delmar man has been arrested after a stabbing that occurred during a domestic incident in Bridgeville early Saturday morning.  Delaware State Police were called to a home on Wilson Farm Road for a break-in and serious assault after the victim’s ex-boyfriend broke into her home and began to assault her with a metal pipe…

Brandywine Valley SPCA Opens Dover Campus

By Mari Lou / March 8, 2020

The Brandywine Valley SPCA has opened a campus in Kent County.  A grand opening celebration was held at their new location in Dover on Saturday.  The new campus includes an adoption center, stray dog holding, low cost vet clinic and more.  This completes Brandywine’s plans to open a full-service facility in each county – and…

Meredith & Baty Elected to Milton Town Council

By Mari Lou / March 8, 2020

There will be one new face on the Milton town council. Voters have elected Randi Meredith to the council – she took the most votes with 313 followed by incumbent Richard Baty with 204. Incumbent Emory West came in third with 199 votes followed by John Klein with 141. Meredith and Baty will be sworn…

No Changes in Selbyville Town Council

By Mari Lou / March 8, 2020

No changes on the Selbyville Town Council. Jay Murray was the top vote-getter with 85 votes – followed by Rick Duncan with 75 votes. Challenger William Thompson received 22 votes.

WGMD Picture of the Day

By Mari Lou / March 8, 2020

Greg Ryan – Millsboro – Sunset off the Cape May-Lewes Ferry / Click for full view

DSP Investigating Seaford Shooting

By Mari Lou / March 7, 2020

A shooting last night near the Woodshed on Bridgeville Highway near Seaford has left a 41 year old man with a gunshot wound.  Delaware State Police were called just before 10:30 Friday night after a fight turned violent.  The victim was taken to a local hospital and is in stable condition – there were no…

WGMD Radio Flea Market 3-7-20

By Mari Lou / March 7, 2020

Judy – 302-569-1060 – King size bed with oak frame and Serta Beauty Rest mattress – $500 – Double bed with regular frame – $300 – Power washer – KARCHER 3000psi – $100 obo Bob – 443-324-6853       – Drive Sport Cruiser Wheelchair – used for only one week – $40 obo Gary…

UPDATED: MD Governor Hogan Updates Marylanders on Coronavirus

By Mari Lou / March 7, 2020

UPDATED: Governor Larry Hogan today issued a directive requiring all state health insurers to waive costs associated with testing for COVID-19. The directive, issued under the governor’s authority during a state of emergency, waives any cost-sharing, including co-payments, coinsurance, and deductibles, in order to remove cost barriers to testing. The governor also provided additional details regarding…

WGMD Picture of the Day

By Mari Lou / March 7, 2020

Carol Tabor – Seagull napping at Bayshore at Ocean View / Click for full view

New DSP & Municipal Recruits Complete Law Enforcement Training

By Mari Lou / March 6, 2020

The Delaware State Police held graduation ceremonies last week at Dover High School for the 93rd DSP and 89th Municipal Recruit Class.  Twenty-five new Troopers  and 24 Law Enforcement Officers have completed Law Enforcement training.  These officers represent eight agencies across the state – including the DRBA, Dover, Georgetown, Seaford and South Bethany Police Departments.

Friday Morning Chicken House Fire in Delmar – Accidental

By Mari Lou / March 6, 2020

A chicken house fire Friday morning in Delmar has been ruled accidental by the Delaware State Fire Marshal.  Delmar Fire crews were called just after 7am to the chicken house on Delmar Road and found smoke and flames coming from the structure.  Several other companies provided aid and cover.  Officials say the fire was caused…