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Sussex County Council to Meet Tuesday Morning

By Mari Lou / June 5, 2023
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The Sussex County Council is back in session in Georgetown this week. County Administrator Todd Lawson will recognize the Sussex County EMS Team for their gold medal in the recent JEMS Games – this was postponed from the May 9th meeting. In Old Business the Council will revisit Conditional Use No 2336 on behalf of…

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Downstate Mosquito Spraying – Sussex County

By Mari Lou / June 5, 2023
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Weather permitting; the Delaware Mosquito Control Section plans the following insecticide application(s) during the evening hours on Monday, June 05, 2023: Application of Anvil 10+10 (Sumithrin/PBO) with a truck-mounted sprayer to control adult mosquitoes in the following areas: In and near Milford. And near Lincoln, Milton, and Lewes. For notification purposes, spraying will be done in the following spray…

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Early Morning Fire in Smyrna Under Investigation

By Mari Lou / June 5, 2023
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An early morning fire in Smyrna is under investigation by the Delaware State Fire Marshal. Firefighters from Citizens Hose Company were called just after 3 Monday morning and found a single family home on Furies Street with heavy fire and exposures to several other homes. All the occupants of the home escaped safely – multiple…

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Delmar Man Charged with DUI after 5-Vehicle Crash Near Bridgeville

By Mari Lou / June 5, 2023
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A Delmar man has been charged after a 5-vehicle crash at the intersection of Route 13 and Redden Road near Bridgeville on Sunday just before 7pm. Delaware State Police contacted one of the drivers, 48 year old James West of Delmar and learned that he failed to stop for traffic on southbound Route 13 because…

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AGs Settle with Maker of Suboxone in Antitrust Lawsuit

By Mari Lou / June 5, 2023
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Maryland and 41 other states – including Delaware – have settled antitrust litigation against the maker of Suboxone which is used to control the effects of opioid addiction. The plaintiff states will receive a total of $102.5-million – Maryland’s share will be over $2-million and according to the Delaware Attorney General’s office, Delaware will receive…

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Talk of Delmarva Fishing Report 6-4-23

By Mari Lou / June 5, 2023
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Sunday saw small craft advisories up, but the week looks much better with northwest winds at reasonable speeds. At Breakwater Tackle on the fishing pier on Cape Henlopen State Park the report was pretty good flounder fishing. Live minnows worked close to the pilings worked best. They also saw quite a few rockfish caught, but…

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Talk of Delmarva Picture of the Day

By Mari Lou / June 5, 2023
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Greg Biener – Millsboro – On the beach at Deal Island, MD. Click for full view

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DSP Investigating Armed Robbery Near Georgetown

By Mari Lou / June 4, 2023
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An investigation continues into an armed robbery south of Georgetown Saturday afternoon. Delaware State Police say a 62 year old victim was sitting in her parked car in the driveway of a home on Governor Stockley Road when two black males with handguns approached. One sat in the passenger seat – the other demanded her…

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Bicyclist Struck on Route 24 near Legion Road in Oak Orchard

By Mari Lou / June 4, 2023
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A bicyclist from Millsboro was struck by a vehicle near the intersection of Route 24 and Legion Road in Oak Orchard Saturday evening just after 7:30. Delaware State Police say the 38 year old female bicyclist began turning from westbound Route 24 onto Legion Road before it was safe to do and crossed in front…

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OCPD Investigating Armed Robbery in Montego Bay

By Mari Lou / June 4, 2023
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Ocean City Police are investigating an armed robbery on Constitutional Avenue in Montego Bay. Police say the victim was outside and was approached by three black males who pointed a handgun at the victim – who turned over several personal item. The three drove off in beige SUV – possibly a Nissan with a missing…

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Talk of Delmarva Fishing Report 6-3-23

By Mari Lou / June 4, 2023
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Talk of Delmarva Picture of the Day

By Mari Lou / June 4, 2023
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Donge Burdwell – Long Neck Road boat ramp. Click for full view

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Public Hearing During Worcester County Commissioners Meeting Tuesday Canceled

By Mari Lou / June 3, 2023
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A public hearing scheduled for Tuesday’s Worcester County Commissioner’s meeting on Bill 23-03 – Zoning – Separation Distances for Commercial non-Ag Functions in Agricultural Structures and Lands in the A-2 Ag District – has been tabled at the request of the applicant. A new date will be advertised if the applicant requests to reschedule the…

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DSP Investigating Shots Fired near Seaford

By Mari Lou / June 3, 2023
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Delaware State Police were called to a home on North Front Street, Extension in Seaford for several reports of shots fired. When troopers arrive just after 11:30 they learned there had be a large party at a residence, but no one at the scene would provide information and the crowd dispersed. Bullet casings were found…

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DE Secretary of State Orders Emergency Classification of Xylazine aka “Tranq” as Schedule III Controlled Substance

By Mari Lou / June 3, 2023
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The drug xylazine – or ‘Tranq’ has been added as a Schedule III controlled substance in Delaware. ‘Tranq’ is a non-opioid drug used primarily in veterinary medicine, but has been used increasingly as an additive in opioid abuse to create a ‘zombie-like’ condition for users. This action by Delaware Secretary of State Jeff Bullock follows…

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Revisions Proposed for DE Law Enforcement Officers’ Bill of Rights

By Mari Lou / June 3, 2023
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Two bills were filed Friday that would bring revisions to the Delaware Law Enforcement Officers’ Bill of Rights. House Bill 205 and House Bill 206 would revamp how officer disciplinary cases are handled and publicly disclosed, give members of the public a role in setting standards for police officers and increase transparency. According to the…

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Maryland State Flags to Half Staff Sunday

By Mari Lou / June 3, 2023
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Maryland flags are to fly at half staff on Sunday from sunrise to sunset in honor of Fire and Rescue Memorial Remembrance Day. This day honors all fire, rescue and emergency medical services personnel from the State of Maryland who have lost their lives in the line of duty.

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Slaughter Beach Municipal Election Canceled

By Mari Lou / June 3, 2023
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There will be no municipal election on July 1st in Slaughter Beach. Just two candidates filed for two open seats. Jamie Draper and incumbent Harry Ward and will be sworn in to two year terms at the July Town Council meeting. Larry Meinert did not run for re-election. .

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Blades Municipal Election Set for Monday, June 5

By Mari Lou / June 3, 2023
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Blades voters will head to the polls on Monday, June 5th to elect a mayor and two council members. Wednesday was the final day that candidates could file to run. For the Mayor’s seat, incumbent Robert Atkinson is challenged by Sharon Alston. There are three candidates for two seats on the Town Council – incumbent…

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Talk of Delmarva Radio Flea Market 6-3-23

By Mari Lou / June 3, 2023
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Nancy – 302-530-9960 – LOOKING FOR: Place to store RV 32ft – Will Pay – Leave voicemail John – 302-226-5555 – LOOKING FOR: Good aluminum or steel hand truck Tom – 302-227-1887 – Frigidaire laundry center – new in box $900 Kim – 443-859-5675 – LOOKING FOR: Turkeys and chicken hens – FOR SALE 2…

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Talk of Delmarva Fishing Report 6-2-23

By Mari Lou / June 3, 2023
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Friday was a good weather day, but the weekend is already blown out. Lewes Harbour Marina reported that Billy Taylor caught a big black drum on the first trip aboard his new boat. He was fishing in Delaware Bay with clams for bait. Rick’s Bait and Tackle weighed in two black drum for Jimmy and…

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Salisbury Woman Sentenced to 2 Consecutive Life Terms plus 45 Years for Sexual Abuse of Minor

By Mari Lou / June 2, 2023
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A Salisbury woman has been sentenced to 2 consecutive life sentences plus 45 years in prison. Circuit Court of Wicomico County Judge S. James Sarbanes pronounced that sentence for 39 year old Qwenda Jones who was convicted after a two-day trial in March of two counts of sexual abuse of a minor, 2nd degree rape,…

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SB 96 Would Prohibit DNREC’s EV Sales Mandate to be Heard in Committee Wednesday Afternoon

By Mari Lou / June 2, 2023
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Legislation sponsored by State Senator Brian Pettyjohn and Representative Michael Ramone is now expected to be heard in the Senate Environment, Energy & Transportation Committee next Wednesday. Senate Bill 96 would prohibit DNREC from enacting its electric vehicle sales mandate. The bill would not restrict the sale of fuel-powered cars, trucks and SUVs in Delaware…

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Recreational Trail-Cams on Public Lands now Banned in Delaware

By Mari Lou / June 2, 2023
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DNREC and the Delaware Department of Agriculture have banned recreational trail cams in any state wildlife areas, state parks or state forests – effective immediately. The cams area mainly used by hunters during the state’s extended deer season – but this ONLY applies to cams used on state lands – not trail cams on private…

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Three Arrested after 4-Month Drug Investigation in Dagsboro

By Mari Lou / June 2, 2023
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Three men were arrested at a residence in Dagsboro Thursday after a search warrant was executed by the Sussex County Drug Unit. An investigation into drug sales from an East Diamond Drive home began four months ago. As detectives approached the property Thursday a Tahoe drove away from the house. State Police stopped the Tahoe…

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