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WGMD Picture of the Day

By Mari Lou / March 30, 2020

Walt Palmer – Kalmar Nyckel docked at Lewes several years ago / Click for full view

DPH Announce Increase in Positive Cases & Another Death from Coronavirus

By Mari Lou / March 29, 2020

The Delaware Division of Public Health (DPH) is announcing one additional fatality related to coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19), and is providing an update on the number of positive cases reported in the state.   In total, six Delawareans have passed away due to complications from COVID-19. The most recent death involves a 79-year-old female from New…

236th CEIT Graduating Class – 22 New DOC Cadets

By Mari Lou / March 29, 2020

There are 22 new Correctional Officer cadets ready to begin work with the DOC.  The 236th CEIT Class took their oaths Friday in Dover after completing an intensive 3-month program of classroom and hands-on instruction.  The graduation was carried on a video livestream for family, friends and colleagues – only the graduates and a handful…

WGMD Picture of the Day

By Mari Lou / March 29, 2020

Red Moulinier – Rehoboth Beach – March 9th super moon from Rehoboth Beach / Click for full view

WGMD Radio Flea Market 3-28-20

By Mari Lou / March 28, 2020

Jerry – 302-231-8242 – Proform XP Tredmill (top of the line) – $200 – Brass based, five light ceiling fan – “52 – $75 Rob – 302-226-7599 – Beige Three Cushion Sofa – $165 Ron – 609-790-4370 – Four Bike bike rack – $125 – Pazload Air nail gun – $100 – 2 weber Grills…

2 Upstate Care Facilities Report Multiple Coronavirus Cases

By Mari Lou / March 28, 2020

The second Delawarean who died from complications with coronavirus was a resident of Little Sisters of the Poor in Newark.  Since then seven more residents have tested positive for the virus.  Public Health officials on Saturday said a second care facility – HarborChase – in Wilmington has six residents from a memory care unity who…

Three Die from Complications from Coronavirus in Delaware

By Mari Lou / March 28, 2020

The Delaware Division of Public Health (DPH) is announcing three additional deaths related to coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19), and is providing an update on the number of positive cases reported in the state. In total, five Delawareans have passed away due to complications from COVID-19. The most recent deaths involve a 76-year-old male from New…

WGMD Picture of the Day

By Mari Lou / March 28, 2020

Henry Hensel – Ocean View – DE River vessel reporting station at Cape Henlopen State Park near Lewes / Click for full view

How You Can Help – Make Hand-sewn Masks

By Mari Lou / March 27, 2020

Thanks to the incredible response from the community, and the help of Pam Smith, RN at Beebe Healthcare, Beebe has a format and instructions for making and donating hand-sewn masks. Instructions with photos can be found on our website on the COVID-19 Relief Fund page: https://www.beebehealthcare.org/covid19-relief. Smith has created a specific mask pattern that Beebe will…

Gov Carney Expands HELP for Additional Industries Impacted by Coronavirus in DE

By Mari Lou / March 27, 2020

Governor John Carney on Thursday announced the expansion of the Hospitality Emergency Loan Program (H.E.L.P.) to provide financial relief for additional industries impacted because of coronavirus (COVID-19). The expansion makes personal care services businesses – such as barber shops, hair salons, nail salons, and beauty shops – eligible for the program. Eligible businesses must have…

Wicomico Health Officials Announce 6th Positive Coronavirus Case

By Mari Lou / March 27, 2020

The Wicomico County Health Department has confirmed a 6th positive coronavirus case.  This is a man in his 50s – and the health department is continuing to trace those who have been in contact with this and the other confirmed cases.  Wicomico Heath Department in partnership with PRMC and the Somerset County Health Department are…

Downstate Trout Season Open in Greenwood & Dover

By Mari Lou / March 27, 2020

Downstate trout season remains open at Tidbury Pond near Dover and Newton Pond near Greenwood.  Anglers are reminded to practice safe social distancing – a minimum of six feet, or about the length of some fishing rods – and to choose less-crowded areas to cast their lines.  To purchase a license online or to find a…

WGMD Picture of the Day

By Mari Lou / March 27, 2020

Margaret May – Lewes – Luna moth peeking in the window! / Click for full view

New Program to Provide Emergency House Aid to DE Renters Affected by Coronavirus Outbreak

By Mari Lou / March 26, 2020

Governor John Carney and Delaware State Housing Authority (DSHA) Director Anas Ben Addi on Thursday announced a new program to provide emergency housing assistance to renters affected by shutdowns, closures, layoffs, reduced work hours or unpaid leave due to the COVID-19 health crisis. The Delaware Housing Assistance Program (DE HAP) will provide eligible households up…

First Coronavirus-related Deaths Reported in Delaware

By Mari Lou / March 26, 2020

Public Health officials announced Delaware’s first two coronavirus-related deaths – a 66 year old man from Sussex County who died while hospitalized out of state, an an 86-year-old man at an assisted living facility in Newark. Delaware has had 130 lab-confirmed positive coronavirus cases since March 11 – including 11 additional cases since yesterday. 86…

Delaware Division of Historical and Cultural Affairs Museums Closed TFN

By Mari Lou / March 26, 2020

The five museums administered by the Delaware Division of Historical and Cultural Affairs have been closed and their programs postponed until further notice in accordance with the State of Emergency declared by Governor John Carney in order to safeguard public health and help control the spread of the coronavirus. Following are links to information about…

WGMD Picture of the Day

By Mari Lou / March 26, 2020

WGMD Throw Back Thursday as WGMD celebrates 40 years on the air! This picture comes from a WGMD Great Escape Vacation giveaway party (late 1990s or early 2000s) with Account Executive Anita Lawson and WGMD co-owner David Schoumacher / Click for full view

Gov Carney Announces Request for Assistance from Vendors

By Mari Lou / March 25, 2020

Governor John Carney on Wednesday announced the State of Delaware requests assistance from vendors throughout the state in the effort to combat coronavirus (COVID-19). In response to Governor Carney’s State of Emergency Declaration, the State of Delaware received many vendor requests offering the sale of goods and/or services to assist with the response to the…

MD Public School Closure Extended through April 24

By Mari Lou / March 25, 2020

Message from Dr. Karen B. Salmon State Superintendent of SchoolsMarch 25, 2020 After lengthy discussions with health experts from around the State, I have made the decision along with the State Board of Education to extend the closure of all public schools in Maryland for an additional four weeks through April 24, 2020. We do…

WGMD Picture of the Day

By Mari Lou / March 25, 2020

GWA – Flowers / Click for full view

Gov Carney Moves DE Presidential Primary & Suspends Foreclosures & Evictions

By Mari Lou / March 24, 2020

Governor John Carney on Tuesday issued a sixth modification to his State of Emergency declaration, moving Delaware’s presidential primary to June 2, and suspending residential foreclosures and evictions during the outbreak of coronavirus (COVID-19). The order goes into effect at 8:00 a.m. on Wednesday, March 25. It will remain in effect until May 15 or until…

Deadline to Apply to DSP Fall 2020 Academy Class Nearing

By Mari Lou / March 24, 2020

The Delaware State Police Fall 2020 hiring process deadline is quickly approaching! Applications need to be submitted on or before April 8, 2020 to be considered for our Fall 2020 Academy Class. Applications can be submitted online via our website www.becomeatrooper.com Questions concerning this information can be directed to the Recruitment Office of the Delaware State Police…

MD State Board of Education Meets Today by Teleconference

By Mari Lou / March 24, 2020

Maryland State Board of Education is meeting at this hour – by teleconference. One of the items they are discussing is permission to submit a waiver for Flexibility for States on the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) Assessment and Accountability Requirements. Through the waiver, Maryland would not need to administer its statewide assessments to…

Sussex County Government Suspends Public Hearings Indefinitely

By Mari Lou / March 24, 2020

The Sussex County Government has suspended all public hearings indefinitely. Public hearings for ordinances, land use applications and other matters requiring citizen comment that have already been scheduled before the County Council, Planning & Zoning and Board of Adjustment have been suspended – and no new hearings will be scheduled for any County public body…

IRSD Restructures School Meal Service During Closure

By Mari Lou / March 24, 2020

In an effort ensure the health and safety of district employees and in accordance with Gov. Carney’s recent Stay at Home Order amid the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, the Indian River School District is making a series of changes to its meal service program during the school closure. Beginning Monday, March 30, “grab and go” meals…