Mari Lou

DPH Increases Coronavirus to 26 Cases Statewide – 3 in Sussex, 3 in Kent County

By Mari Lou / March 18, 2020

There have been 26 total laboratory confirmed cases in all three counties in the state since March 11. This includes nine additional cases since yesterday. Of the Delawareans diagnosed with coronavirus, 20 are from New Castle County, three are from Kent County, and three are from Sussex County. Of these cases, 14 are male and…

Sussex County Modifies Operations Beginning Thursday

By Mari Lou / March 18, 2020

Sussex County government continues to deliver services to the public, but significant modifications to day-to-day operations, including ending public access to all County facilities, suspending marriage ceremonies, and halting cash payments, are some of the exceptional steps being implemented as Delaware responds to the COVID-19 pandemic affecting populations around the world. Effective Thursday, March 19,…

UPDATED: DE Food Bank Drive-Thru Food Pantry in Georgetown Thursday

By Mari Lou / March 18, 2020

The Food Bank is sponsoring a Mobile Drive-Thru Food Pantry TOMORROW – Thursday, March 19th at 11am in Georgetown. The drive thru is at Crossroad Community Church on State Forest Road (off Rt 404) west of Georgetown. Participants must remain in their vehicles and have identification and proof of Delaware residency. Also – have your…

WGMD Picture of the Day

By Mari Lou / March 18, 2020

ML – Georgetown – 5am on a Sunday in June headed to work / Click for full view

Coronavirus Doubles in Delaware; 1st Case in Sussex County

By Mari Lou / March 17, 2020

Delaware Public Health officials say coronavirus has doubled in the First State – with 8 additional positive cases – including one in Sussex County bringing the total to 16.  The other 7 positive cases are in New Castle County – six of them took part in Christiana Care’s drive thru testing event over the weekend.…

UPDATED: DelDOT to Go Cashless & other Changes for Safety during Coronavirus Outbreak

By Mari Lou / March 17, 2020

UPDATED – 3-17-20 – Effective Tuesday, March 17, 2020 at 6:00pm, the Biden Welcome Center on I-95 in Newark will temporarily close to the public as efforts continue to limit crowds from gathering in response to the Coronavirus. Fuel will still be available at the gas station located on the north side of the property…

DART Reducing Transit Operations Beginning March 18

By Mari Lou / March 17, 2020

Due to the presence of Coronavirus (COVID-19) in Delaware, business closures, reductions in staffing and lower ridership levels, effective Wednesday, March 18, DART public transit services will operate on the following reduced service schedule until further notice.  On weekdays, regular fixed route services will operate on a Saturday service schedule statewide, with additional service on Routes…

DEC Closes Lobby-Drop Box Now Located by Drive-Thru Window

By Mari Lou / March 17, 2020

To protect the public and our employees from the possible spread of COVID-19, the DEC lobby and cashier windows closed on Monday, March 16th and will remain closed until further notice. The drive-through pay window on the north side of the building will remain open from 8:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. Members can drop…

Delmarva Power Helping Customers During Coronavirus Outbreak

By Mari Lou / March 17, 2020

With officials in Delaware and Maryland and other locations declaring a state of emergency in light of the COVID-19 pandemic, Delmarva Power understands customers may be affected by the ramifications and is taking steps to help. In addition to reminding customers of existing bill assistance resources, the company is taking steps to expand awareness of…

Gov Hogan Postpones MD Primary and Other Moves Today

By Mari Lou / March 17, 2020

In an effort to limit the spread of coronavirus, Governor Larry Hogan has issued a proclamation to postpone the April 28 primary election until June 2 and to move forward with the 7th Congressional District special general election as scheduled by using a vote-by-mail system.  Maryland is also considering the postponement of the Preakness Stakes. …

DNREC Encourages Use of State Parks & Wildlife Areas – No Fees or Passes Requires Until April 30th

By Mari Lou / March 17, 2020

DNREC encourages Delawareans to be active outdoors during the coronavirus period – and the Delaware State Parks and wildlife areas have the space for activity.  Effective immediately there will be no fees or passes required for entrance now until April 30th.  State parks and wildlife areas are open, and no entrance fees will be charged…

POSTPONED: Gov John Carney Hosting GEAR Town Halls Statewide – Sussex Meeting 3/24

By Mari Lou / March 17, 2020

All three meetings have been postponed – March 19 – Kent County, March 24 – Sussex County, March 30 – NCCo because of the Coronavirus outbreak Governor John Carney will host Government Efficiency and Accountability Review public meetings throughout the state as part of an ongoing review of state regulations.  The Governor and his cabinet…

WGMD Picture of the Day

By Mari Lou / March 17, 2020

Jennifer Lefebvre – Riders in this year’s Milton St Patrick’s Day Parade / Click for full view

Sussex County Council Meeting Tuesday at 12pm – Limited Access to Public

By Mari Lou / March 16, 2020

Sussex County Council will hold its regularly scheduled meeting this week, but the session will be condensed and in-person public access will be limited. Council will shift its meeting to a 12 p.m. start time on Tuesday, March 17, and business discussed during that portion of the meeting will be limited to in-house reports and…

Cape May-Lewes Ferry to Change Boarding operations Wednesday & Suspend Foot Passengers

By Mari Lou / March 16, 2020

Officials at the Cape May-Lewes Ferry are implementing pro-active social distancing measures at the terminal and on-board the ferry vessels.  Beginning Wednesday with the 7am departure from Cape May – boarding operations will be restrict to vehicles and their occupants only – and they are urged to remain inside their vehicles during the crossing.  All…

8th Positive Test for Coronavirus in Delaware as Gov Carney Limits Restaurants, Bars & Taverns and Closes DE Casinos

By Mari Lou / March 16, 2020

Governor John Carney today modified his emergency declaration from last week to limit Delaware restaurants, taverns and bars to take-out and delivery service only to help prevent spread of the coronavirus.  This takes effect at 8pm tonight/Monday night.  The governor is also banning public gatherings of 50 or more people and is closing gaming activity at…

Indian River School District Provides Meals to Students During School Closure

By Mari Lou / March 16, 2020

Beginning on Wednesday, March 18, the Indian River School District will provide meals to students during the school closure related to the possible spread of the Coronavirus. Meals are free of charge and available Monday through Friday to children 18 and under at the following locations and times: Frankford Park parking lot – 10:45 –…

WGMD Picture of the Day

By Mari Lou / March 16, 2020

Billie – Peaceful on the Indian River Bay near Millsboro / Click for full view

Gov Hogan Issues Order to Close All Maryland Casinos, Racetracks & Simulcast Betting Facilities

By Mari Lou / March 15, 2020

In light of the serious public health emergency created by the COVID-19 pandemic, Governor Hogan has issued an emergency order to close all Maryland casinos, racetracks, and simulcast betting facilities to the general public indefinitely.“This situation continues to evolve and will escalate rapidly and dramatically,” said Governor Hogan. “These are unprecedented actions in an extraordinary…

Delaware Courts Under Judicial Emergency

By Mari Lou / March 15, 2020

Delaware Chief Justice Collins Seitz declares a judicial emergency beginning at 8am Monday. The judicial emergency will be in effect for 30 days – subject to further review. The declaration gives all trial courts in Delaware flexibility to continue trials and hearings in civil and criminal cases for 30 days. It also limits the number…

Driver Cited in Friday Night Route 24 Crash near Love Creek

By Mari Lou / March 15, 2020

A crash on Friday night around 10:30 on Route 24 near Love Creek left on driver with minor injuries and a citation.  Delaware State Police say the driver of a Honda stopped to make a left turn when a Hyundai struck them from behind.  The driver of the Honda was not injured, the 18 year…

DSP Investigating Robbery of Pizza Delivery Driver at Rehoboth Shores

By Mari Lou / March 15, 2020

Delaware State Police are investigating the robbery of a pizza delivery driver in the Rehoboth Shores area Saturday night.  Police say the driver – a 56 year old woman went to Bay Breeze Lane with an order when she was approached from behind by two suspects who took her cell phone, cash and her vehicle…

Gov Hogan Expands Child Care Access in Maryland

By Mari Lou / March 15, 2020

Governor Larry Hogan has enacted an emergency order to expand child care access to child care for critical personnel during the state of emergency.  This ensures that child care services are available for providers of health care, emergency medical services and law enforcement personnel while schools are closed to prevent the spread of coronavirus. Click…

DPH Officials Recommend Child Care Centers to Remain Open

By Mari Lou / March 15, 2020

As Delaware moves into two weeks of public school closures – Public Health officials are not recommending the closure of non-public school child care settings.  Based on advice from the CDC and data from the 74,000 cases of coronavirus in China – only 2% of individuals under the age of 19 tested positive for the…

WGMD Picture of the Day

By Mari Lou / March 15, 2020

Greg Ryan – Millsboro – Looking up the Delaware River from the Cape May-Lewes Ferry / Click for full view