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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…

WGMD Picture of the Day

By Mari Lou / March 6, 2020

Margaret May – Lewes – Pink clouds at sunset in Rehoboth / Click for full view

WGMD Picture of the Day

By Mari Lou / March 5, 2020

Barb Moulinier – Rehoboth Beach – Late afternoon at the Harbor of Refuge Lighthouse / Click for full view

Skeletal Remains Found in Wooded Area East of Selbyville

By Mari Lou / March 3, 2020

Delaware State Police are investigating the discovery by an individual of human skeletal remains that were found in a wooded area on Polly Branch Road just north of Route 17 near Selbyville.  The remains have been turned over to the Delaware Division of Forensic Science for autopsy and to determine the identity and cause of…

Milford PD Nab Burglary Suspect

By Mari Lou / March 3, 2020

Milford Police were called for a burglary on North Walnut Street on Friday night.  When officer arrived they learned the rear door of the building was damaged and the suspect might still be inside.  A K-9 unit was on the scene and announced – when 40 year old James West of Milford surrendered to officers. …

UD Cancels Spring Study Abroad in Rome

By Mari Lou / March 3, 2020

The University of Delaware is following several other schools and canceling its spring study abroad program at John Cabot University in Rome.  The 22 UD students enrolled there are being advised to book flights to return to the US ASAP.  The decision came down last Friday after the travel advisory for Italy was raised to…

DNREC to Hold Public Input Meetings this Week on Delaware’s Climate Action Plan

By Mari Lou / March 2, 2020

Three public meetings are being held this week on development of Delaware’s climate action plan.  The Sussex County meeting is today at the CHEER Community Center on Sand Hill Road in Georgetown from 4:30 to 7:30pm.  Delaware has committed to reducing the state’s greenhouse gas emissions 26% to 28% from 2005 levels by 2025.  This…

DOC Chooses New Healthcare Services

By Mari Lou / March 2, 2020

The Department of Correction has selected a new company to provide healthcare services.  The current contract with Connections will end three months early – after a thorough review process the DOC has chosen Centurion of Delaware to provide correctional medical care and behavioral health\substance abuse treatment.  Centurion provides healthcare services to state, county, municipal and…

Harrington Man Charged after Domestic Incident

By Mari Lou / March 2, 2020

A Harrington man has been arrested after an argument turned violent and he attempted to strangle an adult female victim.  Harrington Police were called to a Delaware Avenue home for a domestic incident and found the victim who told them that she had been arguing with 40 year old Jeremy Jensen when he assaulted her,…

Seaford Municipal Election Set

By Mari Lou / March 2, 2020

Seaford voters will go to the polls in April to vote for a mayor and two members of the city council.   Friday was the last day for candidates to file to run for election.  Mayor David Genshaw is challenged by councilman James King.  For 3-year terms on the city council, incumbent Dan Henderson is challenged…

Body Found after Outside Fire Extinguished in Seaford Sunday Morning

By Mari Lou / March 2, 2020

State Fire Marshal investigators and police are looking at a fire Sunday morning on Arbutus Avenue in Seaford that has left one person dead. Seaford Police tell WGMD the fire was outside and firefighters located the body after putting out the fire. Seaford firefighters were called to the outside fire just before 11 Sunday morning. …

Millsboro & IRVFC Battle House Fire in Mount Joy

By Mari Lou / March 2, 2020

Firefighters were called for a structure fire at a home on Oak Street – off Mount Joy Road near Millsboro.  The call came in just before 5pm and responding Millsboro fire crews found heavy smoke coming from the home.  Crews from Indian River also responded with engine and tanker support.  Crews were on the scene…

WGMD Picture of the Day

By Mari Lou / March 2, 2020

Henry Hensel – Ocean View – Blooming Daffodils – in January at Silver Lake in Rehoboth / Click for full view

WGMD Picture of the Day

By Mari Lou / March 2, 2020

Dave Nelson – Ocean View – Indian River Bay Sunrise / Click for full view

Dover Man Arrested after Fight in Rehoboth Beach

By Mari Lou / March 1, 2020

Rehoboth Beach Police were called to the Atlantic Sands by a guest who heard a woman screaming for help from another room.  Police entered the room and saw signs of struggle and contacted 42 year old Daniel Sullivan of Dover and the 42 year old female victim.  Police learned that during a fight Sullivan attempted…

Dover Man Threatening Bar Patrons Arrested in Rehoboth Beach

By Mari Lou / March 1, 2020

A Dover man was arrested Saturday in Rehoboth Beach after he pointed what victims believe was a handgun at them after a fight at the Conch Island Key West Bar & Grill.  As Rehoboth Beach Police arrived at the scene an officer spotted 28 year old Bryan Meck walking away from the bar on Rehoboth…

Crash South of Georgetown Leaves 1 Dead

By Mari Lou / March 1, 2020

Delaware State Police are investigating a crash Saturday night just after 9pm in the southbound lanes of Route 113 south of Georgetown in the area of Arrow Safety Road.  Police say a 75 year old man from Millsboro in a Chevy was southbound with a Hyundai just behind him in the other southbound lane.  A…

Long Neck Crash on Indian Mission Road Injures One

By Mari Lou / March 1, 2020

Emergency personnel from Indian River and County paramedics were called for a vehicle crash just after 8:30 Saturday night on Indian Mission Road.  Officials say a Toyota went off the roadway and through a front yard – colliding with property and trees before ending up in a wooded lot and ending up on its side. …

Dam & Fishing Access at Records Pond in Laurel to Close Monday till Spring 2021

By Mari Lou / March 1, 2020

The dam and fishing access areas at Records Pond in Laurel will close on Monday through spring of 2021 – also Willow Street will be closed during the construction period. DelDOT will begin reconstruction of the dam to improve safety.  The dam is ranked #2 out of 41 state regulated dams on the prioritization list. …