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Dover Police on their Facebook page said that law enforcement activity at the Country Club Apartments in Dover did NOT involve Immigration and Customs Enforcement and the National Guard. Dover Police say that Friday’s operation was conducted by the department’s SORT team as part of a criminal investigation – and had nothing to do with…
Attorney General Kathy Jennings announced Friday that a 27 year old Laurel man has been sentenced to 15 years in prison for a fatal shooting that occurred in February of 2022 in Wilmington. Wilmington Police arrested Lance Leatherbury of Laurel on July 25, 2023 following an investigation into the shooting of Jermaine Meadows while he…
The Wicomico County Public Schools calendar has been revised to make up all the days missed this year for winter weather. There have been 3 closure days for weather – January 27, February 23 and 24. A makeup day of March 16th has already been announced – additional approved potential makeup days of April 2…
Sussex County along with 8 municipalities will receive free technical assistance and the planning consultants they will work with to modernize municipal zoning and land use policies aimed at increasing the supply of affordable housing. The Delaware State Housing Authority says the jurisdictions – including Bridgeville, Georgetown, Laurel, Lewes, Milford and Rehoboth Beach – applied…
UPDATE 02/25/26: The Brandywine Valley SPCA is providing an update following the blizzard’s impact on its Georgetown facilities. Thanks to quick community support, 22 dogs were placed into foster homes after the Animal Rescue Center lost power for an extended period. Power has now been restored, and both Georgetown campuses are open. The shelter still…
As President Trump delivers his State of the Union address tonight, Delaware Attorney General Kathy Jennings will be on hand as a guest of Congresswoman Sarah McBride. Also invited to attend as a guest of Senator Lisa Blunt Rochester – DOJ Director of Outreach and Immigration Assistance, Maria Mesias-Tatnall. Officials at the DOJ say these…
UPDATED – 02/24/26 – 1pm – As there are no occupants remaining at the County Emergency Warming Shelter located at Washington High School & Academy (10902 Old Princess Anne Rd., Princess Anne, MD), the shelter will close today at noon. Residents who are still without power may visit their local fire department to stay warm.…
Delaware Electric Cooperative crews are working around the clock to restore power to members. In an update on their Facebook page, an additional 20,000 homes had power restored overnight – 40,000 since the blizzard began on Sunday. DEC officials say the damage is more extensive than initially through – especially in the most rural parts…
UPDATED – 02/24/26 – 11am – Updates from the City of Rehoboth Beach this morning: Power: City officials have been in touch with Delmarva Power, and crews are in the city working to restore power. Many residents are already reporting it being back on. There are numerous trees down and it could take a few…
Beginning Sunday – it will once again cost you to enter a Delaware State Park! The 2026 parks fee season will be underway from March 1st through November 30th. This year is the 75th Anniversary of the Delaware State Parks system and DNREC says that it will be packed with special events, activities and opportunities…
UPDATED – 02/24/26 – Town of Georgetown has lifted all parking restrictions along designated snow emergency routes. Residents and visitors are urged to use caution, as there may still be some slippery road conditions due to the cold temperatures. ================================================= ORIGINAL STORY – 02/22/26 – Parking restrictions in effect starting at 5:00 PM Today. With the forecast of…
UPDATED – 02/24/26 – 8am –Â Â Delaware Governor Meyer has lifted all driving restrictions statewide effective immediately. There are no driving warnings or restrictions in Delaware at this time. Motorists are strongly urged to exercise caution as roadways may still have patches of ice and snow or may experience downed trees in some areas. Drivers should…
UPDATED – 02/24/26 – 5pm – Governor Matthew Meyer has terminated the Delaware State of Emergency enacted in response to Sunday’s winter storm as of Tuesday, February 24, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. The termination also releases Delaware National Guard assets. The State of Emergency originally went into effect at 12:00 p.m. Sunday, February 22, 2026. Residents…
UPDATED – 02/24/26 – 1:15pm –Â Wicomico County Executive Julie Giordano announced today that the local State of Emergency will be lifted effective 5:00 PM this evening. The State of Emergency was declared in response to severe winter weather conditions that impacted roadways, public safety operations, and essential county services. Over the course of the storm,…
Ken Sterling – Salisbury – In Wicomico County – Oreo cookie cows peacefully grazing at sunset. Click for full view
UPDATED – 02/23/26 – 8:15pm – The State of Emergency for the City of Salisbury has been lifted, however, with ongoing outages, the City will be closed for standard operations tomorrow, Tuesday, February 24.  The City Council Meeting scheduled for February 24th at 6pm has been canceled due to power outages within the Government Office Building. More…
Due to inclement weather conditions throughout the state, the Joint Finance Committee’s Tuesday, February 24 and Wednesday, February 25 budget request hearings have been postponed.  As a result, the February 24 hearing has been moved to Monday, March 2, while the February 25 hearing has been rescheduled to Tuesday, March 3.  The upcoming…
Salisbury firefighters were called to a residential fire around 10:30 Sunday night. Crews arriving at the scene on Naylor Mill Road found smoke and fire showing from the single story home. The fire was discovered by the occupant and Fire Marshal investigators say the fire began on the exterior of the home. Firefighters battled fire,…
UPDATED – 02/23/26 – Winter Storm Update – February 23, 2026: Easton Airport is now open. Braking action is good on all runways and taxiways. Check NOTAMs for the most current information. Public Spaces: The terminal building will remain closed until Tuesday, February 24, 2026. Landside parking lots and sidewalks may be slippery, use caution. ============================================ ORIGINAL…
The Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development has released its Fiscal Year 2025 Agency Impact Report. This spotlights work by the Department to produce more affordable housing as well as support local businesses and create lovable places across the state. Programs from the Department generated $8.5-billion in economic impact, $1.9-billion in wages and salaries…
Following the overnight snowstorm that brought more than 12 inches of snowfall to our area, Public Works crews are actively working alongside the Maryland State Highway Administration to plow and treat roadways throughout Ocean City. Residents are reminded that road conditions may still be hazardous, and travel should be limited to essential needs at this…
Snowfall totals keep adding up – with Dagsboro the big winner according to the DEOS Snow Monitoring Network at UD. The DEOS Monitor shows Dagsboro with 15.2-inches of snow followed by Harrington with 14-inches and Georgetown/Stockley at 12-inches.  The National Weather Service at Mount Holly has different methods of monitoring snow totals – and Bethel…
The American Red Cross has opened two shelters due to the current winter weather for individuals and families who need assistance. These shelters are operated in coordination with our local and state government partners. The Red Cross is working closely with emergency management and government officials in the impacted areas. Shelters are currently open at the…
The snow is still falling and plows are out throughout Delmarva working to clear it from the roads. Sussex and Kent Counties are in a Level 3 driving ban. That means that only persons designated as first responders, first informers, and essential personnel, including a “public utility”, operators of snow removal equipment employed or contracted…
Doug Krebs – Millsboro – Assateague wild ponies. Click for full view