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Worcester County School Board Waives Finals

By Mari Lou / April 22, 2020

The Worcester County Board of Education has voted to waive final exams. During Tuesday’s meeting the Board voted unanimously to waive finals for semester two courses and yearlong courses for the 2019-20 school year. Also in a video on the District’s website, Superintendent Lou Taylor told seniors that they will have a part in how…

WGMD Fishing Report 4-22-20

By Mari Lou / April 22, 2020

Tuesday saw gale warnings followed by a severe thunderstorm watch and the rest of the week does not look much better.  I know it’s only April, but the mild winter had me spoiled and I had hopes for an early spring.  Instead, we are getting wind, rain and below average temperatures. Some bad news for…

Food Bank of Delaware Drive-Thru Mobile Pantry, Friday, April 24, Sussex Central HS in Georgetown

By Mari Lou / April 22, 2020

To help address increased demands for food assistance amidst the coronavirus public health crisis, the Food Bank of Delaware will host a drive-thru mobile pantry in Georgetown next week.Three events are being held — one in each county — to help Delawareans in need. Participants are asked to bring proof of identification and Delaware residency. …

WGMD Picture of the Day

By Mari Lou / April 22, 2020

Marty Barrett – Milton – Overlooking Gordons Pond / Click for full view

Salisbury Career Firefighter Tests Positive for Coronavirus

By Mari Lou / April 21, 2020

A career member with the Salisbury Fire Department (SFD) has tested positive for the novel coronavirus Covid-19. The member of the fire department is home, in self quarantine, and adhering to the Center for Disease Control (CDC) guidelines for individuals who have contracted the disease. Upon being notified of the positive test result the chief’s…

Delaware Update to Coronavirus Pandemic – Looking at Unemployment & the Budget Picture

By Mari Lou / April 21, 2020

The positive cases of coronavirus in Delaware continue to trend upwards – however the early projections of the number of cases, hospitalizations remain higher than the actual numbers.  Governor John Carney stated again that before we can begin recovery – we need to see 28 days of declining cases and a widespread testing program underway. …

UPDATED: Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Worcester County til 4:30 – Wicomico Warning is Canceled

By Mari Lou / April 21, 2020

CANCELLED LOCATIONS – Wicomico County, MDCONTINUED LOCATIONS – Worcester County, MD ========================================= The National Weather Service has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Warning that affects the following WGMD locations till 4:30pm :         Worcester County,MD        Wicomico County,MD ========================================== Severe Thunderstorm Warning till 4pm CONTINUING LOCATIONS – Sussex County, DE –…

DPH Update: 186 Additional Positive Cases; 10 New Deaths; 70 Additional Recovered

By Mari Lou / April 21, 2020

The Delaware Division of Public Health (DPH) is announcing 10 additional fatalities related to coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) and is providing an update on the number of positive cases and recovered individuals.  All data reported through the daily updates are based on data received as of 6 p.m. the previous day. In total, 82 Delawareans have passed away due to complications…

Jake Smith Monologue – 04-21-20 – “Hiding The Truth”

By Mari Lou / April 21, 2020

DSU Establishes Student Emergency Relief Fund

By Mari Lou / April 21, 2020

In response to helping its most vulnerable students during COVID-19, Delaware State University started its Student Emergency Relief Fund ten days ago. The Delaware community has already responded in a big way. Nearly $250,000 has already been raised. The goal is $1 million. Bank of America Market President Chip Rossi and his wife Tracy made…

WGMD Fishing Report 4-21-20

By Mari Lou / April 21, 2020

Monday began with a cold rain and ended with small craft advisories.  Tuesday those small craft advisories will change to gale warnings as bad weather continues to plague local fishermen. I did hear from three different sources that blues were caught out of Indian River Inlet, but have yet to see any photos.  Incoming water…

WGMD Picture of the Day

By Mari Lou / April 21, 2020

Brooke – Sunrise in Ocean City

Action Needed for Social Security Beneficiaries with Dependents & Who Do Not File Tax Returns to Receive $500 Per Child Payment

By Mari Lou / April 20, 2020

Social Security beneficiaries and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) recipients who don’t file tax returns will start receiving their automatic Economic Impact Payments directly from the Treasury Department soon. People receiving benefits who did not file 2018 or 2019 taxes, and have qualifying children under age 17, however, should not wait for their automatic $1,200 individual…

New Guidance for Barber Shops and Hair Salons in Maryland

By Mari Lou / April 20, 2020

State Senator Mary Beth Carozza is reporting that there is new guidance for Barber Shops and Hair Salons in Maryland. They may only provide services to customers on an appointment basis – no walk-in services and only one customer in the establishment at a time. The services must be necessary for the customer to meet…

DOC Announces 1 Additional Positive Coronavirus Test at SCCC

By Mari Lou / April 20, 2020

The Delaware Department of Correction (DOC) today announced one additional positive  COVID-19 test result, as it surpasses 1,000 daily proactive inmate temperature checks.  136 total inmate COVID-19 tests have been conducted, including 100 proactive tests of asymptomatic inmates.  103 inmate tests have been returned as negative, with 12 pending and 21 positive results. Additionally, the DOC today announced…

Gov Hogan Announces Arrival in Maryland of 500,000 Coronavirus Test Kits from South Korea

By Mari Lou / April 20, 2020

Maryland Governor Larry Hogan has announced Operation Enduring Friendship – an effort between Maryland and the Republic of South Korea which has sent 500,000 test kits for coronavirus. The test kits arrived at BWI when the first-ever Korean plane arrived – full of test kits. Governor Hogan believes they will be ready for some recovery…

DPH UPDATE:  207 Additional Positive Cases; 5 New Deaths; 29 Additional Recovered

By Mari Lou / April 20, 2020

The Delaware Division of Public Health (DPH) is announcing five additional fatalities related to coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) and is providing an update on the number of positive cases and recovered individuals.   DPH announced on Sunday April 20, that it was shifting to reporting case data earlier in the day to provide information in a more timely manner, and…

Jake Smith Monologue – 04-20-20 – “Dear Press XI”

By Mari Lou / April 20, 2020

Worcester County Emergency Services is Collection Donations of Unopened PPE

By Mari Lou / April 20, 2020

Worcester County Emergency Services (WCES) is collecting donations of unopened personal protective equipment (PPE). PPE needs include but are not limited to N-95 masks, surgical masks, powered air purifying respirators (PAPRs), impermeable gowns, medical gloves, hand sanitizer, eye protection, flip-down grinding/splash shields, and cleaning supplies/disinfectants. “Donated PPEs are welcome at this time and will be distributed…

WGMD Fishing Report 4-20-20

By Mari Lou / April 20, 2020

On Sunday the sun came out, the temperature climbed to 60 degrees and the wind continued to blow enough to warrant small craft advisories.  People did try to fish on Sunday, but when I called my reporting stations, they had very little feedback. Tommy at Lewes Harbour Marina said a few anglers tried for tog…

WGMD Fishing Report 4-19-20

By Mari Lou / April 19, 2020

As if the wind wasn’t bad enough, good old Mother Nature sent us some cold rain on Saturday morning just to make sure even the most dedicated anglers would stay at home.  I think she is working with Governor Carney to make sure we follow his guidelines.  There will be a very small weather window…

DOC Announces 6 Additional Positive Coronavirus Tests

By Mari Lou / April 19, 2020

The Delaware Department of Correction (DOC) today announced six additional positive COVID-19 test results, including three asymptomatic inmates who received proactive COVID-19 testing earlier this week.  Review an informational chart of positive COVID-19 cases among DOC employees, contracted staff and inmates for each DOC facility by clicking HERE.  These latest positive test results include: A Correctional Officer who is assigned to Sussex Community…

WGMD Picture of the Day

By Mari Lou / April 19, 2020

Margaret May – Lewes – Mr & Mrs Mallard exploring / Click for full view

DPH Update: 215 Additional Positive Cases; 6 New Deaths; 43 Additional Recovered

By Mari Lou / April 18, 2020

The Delaware Division of Public Health (DPH) is announcing six additional fatalities related to coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) and is providing an update on the number of positive cases and recovered individuals.   In total, 67 Delawareans have passed away due to complications from COVID-19.  Individuals who have died from COVID-19 ranged in age from 33 to 98 years old.  The most recent deaths…

Magnolia Teen Arrested for Attempted Murder

By Mari Lou / April 18, 2020

A Magnolia man has been arrested by Delaware State Police on two counts of attempted murder.  Police were called early Friday morning to the Canterbury Shore Stop in Felton for a report of a shooting.  Police learned that the victims went home to their home in Camden-Wyoming where they spoke with a 17 year old…