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Section of Parker Road in Salisbury to Close August 4 – 6

By Mari Lou / August 3, 2025

Wicomico County officials report the cross pipe at Peggy Branch Creek on Parker RD will be replaced August 4th through August 6th and Parker Road between 323 Parker RD and 406 Parker RD will be closed during these days. We apologize for any inconvenience. Any questions can be addressed to Wicomico County Roads Division at…

Talk of Delmarva Fishing Report 08/03/25

By Mari Lou / August 3, 2025

User 284190339 · 08-03-25 Fishing Report Saturday was a little better than Friday, but there were still small craft advisories up on the ocean and at the mouth of Delaware Bay. The same northeast winds have made the surf unfishable. No boats left the Lewes Harbour Marina or Hook ‘em or Cook ‘em docks. The…

Salisbury Woman Charged with Arson after Argument of $7

By Mari Lou / August 3, 2025

A Salisbury woman has been arrested on charges of arson after a dispute over an alleged $7. On July 3rd Salisbury Fire Department responded to Penn Street for a fire that was put out by the occupant. The occupant told investigators that a neighbor, 51 year old Janice Oney, was upset after demanding $7 she…

Due to Weather Forecasts During the WMO – 2 Fishing Days have been Added to the Tournament

By Mari Lou / August 2, 2025

The 52nd White Marlin Open begins early Monday morning as the first boats head out to the deep water in search of the elusive white marlin and other billfish. Tournament officials have been watching the weather and due to inclement weather during the tournament – it has been extended an extra two days – through…

Talk of Delmarva Radio Flea Market 08/02/25

By Mari Lou / August 2, 2025

Lana – 302-645-7704 – Tradesman 10″ table saw with stand/extensions and dust bag – lightly used – $100 – Under Desk & Stand Up Mini Elliptical Exercise Bike. Display monitor shows time, distance, count, total count, calories – $50 – Walk To Fit Electric Treadmill. Under mat also included. Maximum weight capacity of user is…

Talk of Delmarva Fishing Report 08/02/25

By Mari Lou / August 2, 2025

User 284190339 · 08-02-25 Fishing Report Friday was a blowout day on the ocean, bay and surf. Saturday looks to be the same with small craft advisories up for northeast winds and 7-foot seas on the ocean and not much better on Delaware Bay. Old Inlet Bait and Tackle said there was a run of…

US Senator Coons Secures Key Wins for Delaware in Defense Appropriations Bill

By Mari Lou / August 1, 2025

The FY 2026 Defense Appropriations bill has moved out of the Senate Committee on Appropriations with a 26 to 3 vote. This measure provides the US military with $851.9-billion in discretionary funding needed to deter China and Russia, support servicemembers and their families and strengthen the defense industrial base. US Senator Chris Coons adds that…

Blessing of the Combines in Snow Hill Saturday

By Mari Lou / August 1, 2025

The 25th annual Blessing of the Combines takes place in downtown Snow Hill on Saturday. The blessing celebrates local agriculture and a bountiful harvest and honors farm families. The fun begins at 10am and the parade of combines begins at 11am. The blessing will be by Pastor Ken Elligson of Spence Baptist Church. The Combines…

DSP Arrest Two Men for Gun and Drug Charges Following Pursuit in Bridgeville

By Mari Lou / August 1, 2025

Two men have been arrested after a pursuit in the Bridgeville area on Wednesday afternoon. Delaware State Police spotted a Dodge Charger with a registration violation on Coverdale Road near Route 404 and initiated at traffic stop. The Dodge failed to stop and sped off on Route 404 in a reckless manner – and police…

Adult-use Cannabis Now for Sale Legally in Delaware

By Mari Lou / August 1, 2025

Legal adult-use cannabis sales have begun in Delaware. Adults aged 21 and over can now legally purchase recreational marijuana and marijuana products from licensed cannabis retailers. The initial phase of adult-use cannabis sales is being implemented by a select group of existing medical marijuana compassion centers that have successfully transitioned into the combined medical and…

UPDATED: Two Additional Arrests in Shooting Death of Seaford Man in Cambridge in June

By Mari Lou / August 1, 2025

UPDATED – 08/01/25 – Two more suspects have been arrested in the shooting death of 23 year old Alyson Elien of Seaford in Cambridge in June. Cambridge Police arrested 20 year old Ja’sire Kane of Cambridge last Friday on the following offenses: Murder 1st Degree  Conspiracy Murder 1st Degree  Murder 2nd Degree  Assault 1st Degree …

Talk of Delmarva Fishing Report 08/01/25

By Mari Lou / August 1, 2025

User 284190339 · 08-01-25 Fishing Report Thursday was the last good weather day until sometime next week as the winds are going northeast and seas are building to 7 feet in the ocean. There seems to be a good number of 20 to 24-inch slot stripers in Delaware Bay. Patty at Captain Bones said some…

Talk of Delmarva Picture of the Day

By Mari Lou / August 1, 2025

Ruthie Maloney – Georgetown – A few hours before the storm – blooming flower – on the back deck. Click for full view

UPDATE: Recreational Water Advisory Lifted at Deauville Beach/Cape Henlopen State Park

By Mari Lou / July 31, 2025

Location: Deauville Beach (Cape Henlopen State Park) As of this afternoon the recreational water advisory has been lifted at Deauville Beach (Cape Henlopen State Park) following a resample which showed the level of fecal indicator bacteria was now below the standard. For more information go to https://recwaters.dnrec.delaware.gov   Recreational Water Advisory Reason: Bacteria Location: Deauville…

Talk of Delmarva Fishing Report 07/31/25

By Mari Lou / July 31, 2025

User 284190339 · 07-31-25 Fishing Report Wednesday was another summer day with lots of heat and not a lot of people fishing. Lewes Harbour Marina told me no boats left their dock on Wednesday. On Tuesday night Landen Ganoung caught a 12-pound sheepshead out of the Inlet on what looks like an imitation eel. Captain…

Talk of Delmarva Picture of the Day

By Mari Lou / July 31, 2025

David Truppo – Millville – Boat in the water near Ocean View. Click for full view

UPDATE: Recreational Water Advisory Lifted at Cape Henlopen Main Beach/Cape Henlopen State Park

By Mari Lou / July 30, 2025

UPDATE 7/30/25: As of late this afternoon, July 30th, the Recreational Water Advisory has been lifted for   Cape Henlopen Main Beach (Cape Henlopen State Park) The recreational water advisory was lifted following a resample which showed the level of fecal indicator bacteria was now below the standard. For more information go to https://recwaters.dnrec.delaware.gov Original Post:…

Talk of Delmarva Fishing Report 07/30/25

By Mari Lou / July 30, 2025

User 284190339 · 07-30-25 Fishing Report Tuesday was another hot and humid day, but what do you expect in Delaware in July? The fish don’t care. They are already cooling off in the ocean or bay. Lewes Harbour Marina told us the Surface Tension caught sea bass on ocean structure. The Chasin’ Tail brought in…

UPDATED: Sussex County Council gets Update on 2025 Tax Bills & Bids Farewell to Economic Development Director Bill Pfaff

By Mari Lou / July 29, 2025

UPDATED – 07/29/25 – The Sussex County Council heard a presentation from Philip Barnes the the University of Delaware IPA (Institute for Public Administration). Barnes discussed legislation approved by the Delaware General Assembly during the 152nd General Assembly, SB 237, that changes requirements regarding climate change and resiliency related to Comprehensive Planning for each county and…

UPDATED: Wicomico County Man Sentenced for Sexual Abuse of a Minor

By Mari Lou / July 29, 2025

UPDATED – 07/29/25 – A Wicomico County man has been sentenced for the sexual abuse of a minor. On Friday, Circuit Court for Wicomico County Judge S. James Sarbanes sentenced 65 year old James Thompson to life with all but 25 years in prison suspended. Thompson pleaded guilty to 1st degree rape on March 19th.…

Talk of Delmarva Fishing Report 07/29/25

By Mari Lou / July 29, 2025

User 284190339 · 07-29-25 Fishing Report Monday was hot and humid just like a good, old Delaware summer day. Those who decided to go fishing seemed to have a decent catch. Lewes Harbour Marina told us the Katydid brought in flounder from ocean structure. The head boat Angler caught croaker and kings for her party…

DNREC Issues Code Orange Ozone Air Quality Action Day for Tuesday

By Mari Lou / July 28, 2025

Tuesday will be a Code Orange Ozone Air Quality Action Day for Delaware as a morning temperature inversion will trap pollutants near the surface and transport regional pollutants into Delaware. Sunshine and high temperatures will also enhance ozone production. Air Quality levels are anticipated to be unhealthy for sensitive groups for ozone and low-moderate for…

DE AG Kathy Jennings Statement of Blocking of President’s Birthright Citizenship Ban

By Mari Lou / July 28, 2025

On Friday a federal appeals judge blocked President Trump’s birthright citizenship ban.  Delaware Attorney General Kathy Jennings on Monday released the following statement after the District Court of Massachusetts again issued a nationwide injunction preventing the birthright citizenship executive order from taking effect… “For six months now, President Trump has been hellbent on stripping American…

UPDATED: DSP Arrest Suspect in April Home Invasion in Smyrna

By Mari Lou / July 28, 2025

UPDATED – 07/28/25 – Delaware State Police have arrested a suspect in an April home invasion on Ivy Ridge Court in Smyrna. Police on Sunday made contact with 33 year old Steven Mauthe on an unrelated complaint in Townsend and arrested him without incident. Mauthe was an acquaintance of the victim of the home invasion, which…

Two Charged after Fight on Barrister Place in Dover

By Mari Lou / July 28, 2025

Two have been arrested on gun charges by Dover Police after an incident early Sunday morning on Barrister Place in Dover. Police were called around 1:30am when dispatch received screaming on an open line, but no one was answering questions. After reviewing cameras from Barrister Place they saw what looked to be a large fight…