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MD SHA to Close MD 405 Crossover at Rt 301 Beginning Saturday Till Further Notice

By Mari Lou / July 25, 2025

After 2 deadly crashes that took the lives of three people in just 3 days this week, Maryland State Highway officials are closing the median crossover for MD 405/Price Station Road at Rt 301 in Queen Anne’s County. This closure will begin Saturday – only emergency vehicle access will be maintained at that intersection. Drivers…

Worcester County Appoints New Director of Emergency Services

By Mari Lou / July 25, 2025

The search for a permanent director of Worcester County Emergency Service has come to an end. Worcester County Commissioners have appointed Chris Shaffer as the new director – beginning August 11th. Shaffer will oversee Worcester County Emergency Services which includes the 911 Communications Center, Emergency Management and the P25 800 Megahertz Radio Division. Shaffer brings…

Dover Police Investigating Shooting Incident

By Mari Lou / July 25, 2025

Dover Police are investigating a shooting that occurred on East Broadstairs Place.  Police were called around 8:30 Wednesday night and spoke with the victim who said the home sustained damage from gunfire, but it was not known when it occurred. Investigation revealed the incident likely occurred overnight Tuesday into Wednesday while the family was asleep.…

Pony Swim Week Events Beginning at Chincoteague & Assateague Island

By Mari Lou / July 25, 2025

Events for Pony Swim week in Chincoteague begin on Saturday morning. The South Herd roundup will begin at 7am. The public can watch the over 50 ponies – both adult and foals – as they arrive at the southern corral on Beach Road. These ponies will be at the Southern Corral through Tuesday for pictures…

DSP & Ocean View Police investigate Smoke Shop Burglary in Millville

By Mari Lou / July 25, 2025

Ocean View and Delaware State Police responded to an burglar alarm activation at Marley’s Smoke Shop on Atlantic Avenue in Millville around 1am on Thursday. Police found the business had been forcibly entered through the front door and investigation showed four unidentified suspects – all with the faces covered and wearing gloves – who ransacked…

Talk of Delmarva Fishing Report 07/25/25

By Mari Lou / July 25, 2025

User 284190339 · 07-25-25 Fishing Report Thursday was another summer day with decent weather and fair fishing. Lewes Harbour Marina said the Jay Sea II had a few flounder from ocean structure. The Chasin’ Tail fished in Delaware Bay and brought in some croaker. The head boat Angler did the same with the same result.…

Talk of Delmarva Picture of the Day

By Mari Lou / July 25, 2025

SA Harrison – Millsboro – Ellendale tracks. Click for full view

UPDATE: Swimming Advisory Lifted for Herring Point Beach at Cape Henlopen State Park

By Mari Lou / July 24, 2025

UPDATE–7/24/25: Type: Recreational Water Advisory Lift As of 4:30 p.m. today, July 24th the recreational water advisory was lifted at Herring Point Beach (Cape Henlopen State Park). The 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: A recreational…

Talk of Delmarva Fishing Report 07/24/25

By Mari Lou / July 24, 2025

User 284190339 · 07-24-25 Fishing Report Wednesday was a bit sporty on the ocean with the result of poor fishing conditions. My friend Dan Neumann and Paul Perkins fished the surf on Tuesday morning right after high tide and for nearly three hours they had non-stop action with spot and kingfish using bloodworms, Fishbites and…

Talk of Delmarva Picture of the Day

By Mari Lou / July 24, 2025

Dianne Burk – Milford – Belly rubs are so good at the Delaware State Fair. Click for full view

UPDATE: Swimming Advisory Lifted for Lewes Beach North

By Mari Lou / July 23, 2025

UPDATE: Type: Recreational Water Advisory Lift Reason: Bacteria Location: Lewes Beach North (Savannah Beach) As of 4 p.m. today, July 23rd,  the recreational water advisory has been 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:   A swimming…

Talk of Delmarva Fishing Report 07/23/25

By Mari Lou / July 23, 2025

User 284190339 · 07-23-25 Fishing Report Tuesday was a beautiful summer day, but not many people were fishing and I think I know why. I stopped by Lewes Harbour Marina this morning and all but one of the charter boats was tied to the dock. People want to bring some fish home when they spend…

Talk of Delmarva Picture of the Day

By Mari Lou / July 23, 2025

Lillian Steele – Eden – Glory – at Immanuel Baptist Church in Salisbury. Click for full view

DNREC Mosquito Spraying Tuesday Evening in Kent & Sussex Counties

By Mari Lou / July 22, 2025

Weather permitting; the Delaware Mosquito Control Section plans the following insecticide application(s) during the evening hours on Tuesday, July 22, 2025: Application of Zenivex E4 (Etofenprox) with a truck-mounted sprayer to control adult mosquitoes in the following areas: In and near Selbyville and Rehoboth Beach. Near Marydel, Camden, Felton, Lewes, Millsboro, and Frankford. For notification purposes, spraying will be done…

Two Vehicle Queen Anne’s Crash Leaves Greensboro Woman Dead

By Mari Lou / July 22, 2025

A two vehicle crash in Queen Anne’s County has left one woman dead and two people injured. Maryland State Police were called to Route 301 at Price Station Road just after 9am. Preliminary investigation shows that a Mazda was southbound on Route 301 when it struck the driver’s side of a Kia driven by 58…

Dover Police Investigate Unreported Shooting Incident

By Mari Lou / July 22, 2025

A Felton man has been arrested in connection with an investigation into a shooting that was not reported to Police. Dover Police Detectives learned that a shooting occurred Friday night in the area of South New Street and West Reed Street. A review of surveillance cameras showed that a black male fired a handgun at…

DNREC Records 2 State Record Catches – of Invasive Species

By Mari Lou / July 22, 2025

Two Delaware record catches have been confirmed by DNREC – both for invasive species. DNREC reports that a 33 pound 15.68-ounce Flathead Catfish was caught at Lums Pond by Jason Wise of Bear. This is the first state record for the species. And a 15-pound 8-ounce Northern Snakehead measuring 31.5-inches was caught in June at…

Sussex County Council Approves Conditional Use for Storage/Warehouse Buildings and Car Wash in Frankford Area

By Mari Lou / July 22, 2025

The Sussex County Council, in Old Business, revisited Conditional Use No 2581 on behalf of Zion Church Ventures, LLC for storage/warehouse buildings and a car wash to be located on an over 24-acre parcel on Zion Church Road just north of Deer Run Road in the Frankford area. The Council last week deferred a vote…

Wednesday is the Deadline to File as a Candidate for the Bethany Beach Town Council

By Mari Lou / July 22, 2025

Wednesday is the deadline for candidates to file for the Bethany Beach Town Council election. Candidates have until 4:30pm on Wednesday to file a written Notice of Intention in the Town Manager’s Office at Town Hall.  Three seats are up for election on the Town Council – each is for a 2-year term.  The Bethany…

Talk of Delmarva Fishing Report 07/22/25

By Mari Lou / July 22, 2025

User 284190339 · 07-22-25 Fishing Report Monday saw decent weather on the ocean and Delaware Bay, but fishing remained slow. Lewes Harbour Marina told us that the Surface Tension and the Bottom Line both spent the afternoon fishing for sharks. They were able to hook their party up with several toothy critters that were released…

Talk of Delmarva Picture of the Day

By Mari Lou / July 22, 2025

Sammy Barnes – Ocean City – Glen Riddle in Berlin. Click for full view

Gov Meyer Signs Six Health-Related Measures into Law

By Mari Lou / July 21, 2025

Governor Matt Meyer signed several health-related bills that will strengthen protections for overlooked populations. These six measures expand access to quality healthcare, ensure safer housing by reducing lead exposure, protect communities from dangerous substances and provide essential support for mothers and individuals impacted by the opioid crisis. Additional information from Gov Matt Meyer: “Every Delawarean deserves…

DNREC Plans Downstate Mosquito Spraying for Monday Evening

By Mari Lou / July 21, 2025

Weather permitting; the Delaware Mosquito Control Section plans the following insecticide application(s) during the evening hours on Monday, July 21, 2025: Application of Zenivex E4 (Etofenprox) with a truck-mounted sprayer to control adult mosquitoes in the following areas: In and near Milford, Harrington, Felton, and Frederica. Near Camden, Ellendale, Greenwood, and Lincoln. For notification purposes, spraying will be done in…

DSP Arrest Millsboro Man on DUI & other Charges after a Check on the Welfare

By Mari Lou / July 21, 2025

Delaware State Police were called for an unconscious man behind the wheel of a vehicle parked along the shoulder of Iron Branch Road in Dagsboro on Sunday afternoon. Police found the car – with the driver leaning out the door – windshield wipers and right turn signal activated. Police contacted the driver, 62 year old…