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Talk of Delmarva Fishing Report 05/24/26

By Mari Lou / May 24, 2026

User 284190339 · 05-24-26 Fishing Report Saturday was another mess. Wind and rain with plenty of both had a gale warning flying on area waters. To the best of my knowledge, no one went fishing. The wind drops out a bit on Sunday, but seas still top out at 8 feet. The state will no…

Talk of Delmarva Picture of the Day

By Mari Lou / May 24, 2026

Spencer Hitchens – Storm clouds off River Road near Millsboro. Click for full view

Talk of Delmarva Radio Flea Market 05/23/26

By Mari Lou / May 23, 2026

    NAME: Carl / 302-349-5484 ITEM: Wall mount for computer screen DESCRIPTION: Homount single monitor wall mount for max 32″ Computer screen, support 4.4 to19.81 lbs AMOUNT: $25   NAME: Chet / 302-645-8688 ITEM: Curio Display Case DESCRIPTION: Mahogany Curio Display Case. 21×14 ext., red fabric lined, glass door, wall mount or flat. New…

LOCATION MOVED AGAIN: Sussex County Memorial Day Service is Back to The Circle – Sunday, May 24

By Mari Lou / May 23, 2026

UPDATED – 05/24/26 – The Sussex County Memorial Day Service is being moved BACK to The Circle this afternoon at 1:30pm.   ============================= UPDATED – 05/23/26 –  Due to the threat of rain – the Sussex County Memorial Day Service has been moved to the Georgetown Fire Hall on South Bedford Street in Georgetown. ============================= The…

Talk of Delmarva Fishing Report 05/23/26

By Mari Lou / May 23, 2026

User 284190339 · 05-23-26 Fishing Report Friday was a weather mess. The wind was relentless and the temperature felt like it was winter again. Then it rained. If anyone went fishing, they were more dedicated than me. But look on the bright side. Small craft advisories will go down on Saturday to be replaced with…

Easton Family Displaced after Attic Fire Thursday Morning

By Mari Lou / May 22, 2026

A family is Easton has been displaced after fire heavily damaged a Hawkes Hill Road home Thursday morning. The occupant returned to the home and saw smoke and fire coming from the home and called 9-1-1. Easton firefighters arrived at the scene and two-story single family home with smoke showing. Firefighters say it took nearly…

UPDATED: JM Bennett Teacher on Administrative Leave for Failure to Comply with MD Mandatory Child Abuse Reporting Requirements

By Mari Lou / May 22, 2026

A teacher at James M. Bennett High School has been placed on administrative leave and is not currently working in Wicomico County Public Schools. Officials report that Ann Schuchart failed to comply with mandatory child abuse reporting requirements under Maryland law. The alleged occurrences of unreported child abuse took place outside the school setting, unrelated…

UPDATED: Driving North? New Electronic Speed Safety Area on NB I-95 Starts Assessing Fines Sat, May 23

By Mari Lou / May 22, 2026

UPDATED – 05/22/26 – If you’re driving in New Castle County – a warning! The warning period for an Electronic Speed camera that has been in place on northbound I-95 in the Churchmans Marsh work zone is active beginning Saturday, May 23rd – with fines being assessed. Fines are $20 and an additional amount added…

DNREC Debuts New Larger Pool at Killens Pond Waterpark

By Mari Lou / May 22, 2026

The new main pool at the Killens Park Waterpark in Felton opens Saturday, May 23! The new pool is larger and has more features for visitors. There is better visibility for lifeguards – and the pool has more efficient filtration. Swimmers will find two spray features and a series of lily pads and is open…

DE & MD Receiving BEACH Act Grant Funding for Water Quality Monitoring from EPA

By Mari Lou / May 22, 2026

The EPA has announced $944,000 in grant funding to monitor water quality at beaches for Delaware, Maryland, Pennsylvania and Virginia. The monitoring also includes public notification of elevated levels of bacteria that makes swimming unsafe. The funding comes from the Beaches Environmental Assessment and coastal Health (BEACH) Act. Delaware will receive $209,000 and Maryland will…

Unemployment in DE & Sussex County Lower in April

By Mari Lou / May 22, 2026

Unemployment in April fell a tenth of a percent from 5.4% in March to 5.3% in April while the national level remained the same at 4.3%. In Sussex County unemployment fell from 5.3% in March to 4.9% in April. The Department of Labor shows there were 27,100 unemployed Delawareans in April 2026 compared to 22,900…

UPDATED: DSP Identify Victim in Early Wednesday Morning Fatal Motorcycle Crash

By Mari Lou / May 22, 2026

UPDATED – 05/22/26 – Delaware State Police has identified 56-year-old Robert Riden of Frankford as the man who died in a fatal motorcycle crash on Lighthouse Road in Selbyville on Wednesday ============================================================================= ORIGINAL STORY – 05/20/26 – A Frankford man is dead after motorcycle crash on Route 54 east of Selbyville. Delaware State Police were…

Sussex County DUI Checkpoint Friday Postponed

By Mari Lou / May 22, 2026

The Delaware Office of Highway Safety and law enforcement across Delaware have postponed a DUI checkpoint originally scheduled for tonight in Sussex County because of the expected inclement weather. This is for the safety of both law enforcement officers and motorists – however this DUI checkpoint will be rescheduled.  

Salisbury City Offices Closed on Monday, May 25 for Memorial Day

By Mari Lou / May 22, 2026

The City of Salisbury offices will be closed on Monday, May 25, 2026, in observance of Memorial Day.   Trash collection scheduled for Monday will take place on Tuesday, May 26.  The City Council meeting will be held on Tuesday, May 26, instead of Monday, May 25, due to the holiday.

DART Services – Memorial Day / Sussex County Beach Bus & Route 305 Will Operate

By Mari Lou / May 22, 2026

DART will offer bus service in New Castle County on Routes 2, 4, 5, 6, 9, 13, 15, 33, 40, 64; all routes will operate a Sunday schedule. Paratransit service will operate complimentary ADA-only service.  In Sussex County, the Beach Bus services and Route 305 will operate on Memorial Day, with Paratransit operating complimentary ADA-only service.  All other DART…

Talk of Delmarva Fishing Report 05/22/26

By Mari Lou / May 22, 2026

User 284190339 · 05-22-26 Fishing Report Thursday saw much cooler temperatures, but the wind stayed high, just out of a different direction. Patty at Captain Bones in Odessa said white perch, catfish and striped bass in a variety of sizes have been caught from shore from Augustine Beach down to Woodland Beach and from the…

Talk of Delmarva Picture of the Day

By Mari Lou / May 22, 2026

Margaret May – Lewes – Delaware’s Tall Ship, the Kalmar Nyckel – at the Cape May-Lewes Ferry Terminal at sunset. Click for full view

2026 Millsboro Concerts in Cupola Park

By Mari Lou / May 21, 2026

 

Talk of Delmarva Fishing Report 05/21/26

By Mari Lou / May 21, 2026

User 284190339 · 05-21-26 Fishing Report We had more summer weather on Wednesday and more wind as well. Lewes Harbour Marina reported that the Katydid fished the Coral Beds off of Slaughter Beach on Tuesday evening catching seven black drum and keeping three. Private boats fishing there and off of Broadkill Beach caught anywhere from…

Talk of Delmarva Picture of the Day

By Mari Lou / May 21, 2026

Margaret May – Lewes – Sunset at the Fisherman’s Inn at Grasonville, MD. Click for full view

Old West Vine Street in Area of TidalHealth Observation Expansion Project to Close Thursday & Friday

By Mari Lou / May 20, 2026

The City of Salisbury announces a temporary roadway closure on Old West Vine Street related to the TidalHealth Observation Expansion project.    Beginning Thursday, May 21, 2026, through Friday, May 22, 2026, all lanes on Old West Vine Street will be closed to allow crews to complete a repaving overlay and line striping operation spanning approximately 130…

EPA Announces Over $10 Million for Delaware to Address PFAS in Drinking Water

By Mari Lou / May 20, 2026

Over $10.1-million in grant funding through the EPA to address PFAS and emerging contaminants in Delaware Communities that need it most has been announced. This funding is now available for communities, drinking water systems and private well owners to help with testing, planning and infrastructure projects addressing PFAS and other emerging contaminants – included on…

Memorial Day Travel Increases Begin Thursday

By Mari Lou / May 20, 2026

Thousands of our neighbors and friends will be traveling over the Memorial Day weekend. AAA predicts nearly 130,000 Delawareans will travel 50 miles or more from Thursday through Monday for the unofficial start of the summer season. This is a 0.3% increase over 2025 – and a projected record breaker! There are some road closures…

Legislation Passed in State House to Prohibit Use of Reverse-Keyword Warrants

By Mari Lou / May 20, 2026

Legislation passed along party lines in the State House would prohibit the use of reverse keyword warrants in Delaware. These types of warrants allow law enforcement to obtain information from search engine providers and other applications about individuals based solely on internet searches or digital activity. House Substitute 1 for House Bill 145 will prohibit…

Worcester County Public Schools Awarded More Than $5.9-Million for Energy Efficiency Projects

By Mari Lou / May 20, 2026

Three Worcester County public schools have been awarded over $5.9-million in state grant funding to support major energy modernization projects. Governor Wes Moore announced the funding, which is part of a statewide investment in energy efficiency and sustainability initiatives. In Worcester County – there is funding to replace the HVAC system at Snow Hill Elementary…