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UPDATED: Sussex County Council Approves Updated Sussex County Emergency Operations Plan

By Mari Lou / February 10, 2026

UPDATED – 02/10/26 – The Sussex County Council had a short agenda and began this week’s meeting at 1pm. County Administrator Todd Lawson recognized the groups that took part in this year’s Caroling on the Circle Food Drive, which includes schools and several area businesses. In actual food donations, Rehoboth Elementary School brought in the most…

Lincoln Man Charged after Threatening Co-Worker

By Mari Lou / February 10, 2026

A Lincoln man has been arrested by Delaware State Police after he threatened a co-worker in Georgetown. Police responded to Donovan’s Salvage works Sunday morning just before 10 where they learned that the suspect, 44 year old Jose Sanchez of Lincoln was arguing with a co-worker, then threatened to leave and return with a gun…

DSP Investigating Shooting Incident on Route 113 North of Millsboro

By Mari Lou / February 10, 2026

Delaware State Police are investigating a shooting incident that occurred Sunday night just before 9:30 on Route 113 north of Millsboro near Avenue of Honor. Police say a Ford Edge with 2 occupants was northbound on Route 113. A silver or white passenger car was tailgating the Edge and driving aggressively when an unknown suspect…

Milford Woman Died after Crash Near Laurel Saturday Evening

By Mari Lou / February 10, 2026

A Milford woman has died from injuries she received in a crash Saturday evening just before 6:30 near Laurel. Delaware State Police say a westbound Silverado on Mount Zion Road pulled into the path of an Infiniti SUV that was southbound on Route 13. The Infiniti struck the passenger side of the Silverado. A Ford…

DSP Arrest Delmar Man after Home Invasion Burglary & Assault

By Mari Lou / February 10, 2026

A Delmar man has been arrested following a home invasion burglary and assault that occurred early Monday morning in Delmar. Delaware State Police were called to a home on Bi-State Boulevard just after 2am for a report of an assault involving a weapon and that a man had forced entry into the house and was…

Talk of Delmarva Picture of the Day

By Mari Lou / February 10, 2026

Red Moulinier – Rehoboth Beach – Tug breaking ice for pilot boat. Click for full view

UPDATED: Laurel Voters Deny Current Expense Referendum

By Mari Lou / February 9, 2026

UPDATED – 02/09/26 – Voters in the Laurel School District voted against raising taxes. By nearly 2 to 1 1113 voted against a current expense referendum – to help cover the operational needs while 612 voted to for the referendum.. District officials say they will review the feedback they’ve received.  ================================================== ORIGINAL STORY – 02/08/26…

State of Delaware Opens Initial RFPs to Transform Rural Health Care

By Mari Lou / February 9, 2026

Governor Matt Meyer has announced that Requests for Proposals (RFPs) are now open for four initiatives under Delaware’s plan to overhaul health care in every community. The RFPs are part of the federal government’s Rural Health Transformation Program, a multi-year effort to expand access to care, lower costs, and increase the medical workforce, particularly in rural…

Wicomico County Executive Joins Maryland Leaders Calling on Gov Moore to Veto 287(g) Emergency Legislation

By Mari Lou / February 9, 2026

Wicomico County Executive Julie Giordano joined fellow Maryland leaders and impacted families at a press conference at the Harford County Sheriff’s Office Monday to address pending state legislation concerning 287(g) agreements and cooperation with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). Governor Wes Moore is expected to sign into law emergency legislation (Senate Bill 245 and…

Ocean City Councilman Tony DeLuca Resigns

By Mari Lou / February 9, 2026

Ocean City Councilman Tony DeLuca has announced his resignation from the Council on Sunday – effective immediately. DeLuca has served on the City Council since November of 2014, however he says that family must come first. This comes after a special meeting of the council a week ago after concerns regarding his residency were brought…

City of Salisbury Secures $24.6-Million for Water Treatment Plant Upgrades

By Mari Lou / February 9, 2026

The City of Salisbury has been awarded $24.6-million from the Maryland Department of the Environment in the State of Maryland FY 2027 Capital Budget for upgrades to the water treatment plant. The funding will support construction of a filter replacement project at the Paleo Water Treatment Plant and upgrades to the Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition…

UPDATED: Wicomico County Officials say Newland Park Landfill to Resume Normal Operations Tuesday, Feb 10

By Mari Lou / February 9, 2026

UPDATED – 02/09/26 – Per States Attorney, Jamie Dykes and Acting Director of Public Works, the Newland Park Landfill will resume normal operations tomorrow, Tuesday February 10th, 2026.  States Attorney Dykes added “I also want to note that the entire Solid Waste Division demonstrated professionalism and commitment in brutal conditions.  Law enforcement is grateful for their…

Princess Anne Traffic Stop Leads to Arrest

By Mari Lou / February 9, 2026

A traffic stop by Princess Anne Police on Route 13 ended with the driver being arrested on drug and weapons offenses. Police recovered a loaded handgun equipped with a laser sight and found the driver was prohibited from possessing a firearm. Police also recovered: Approximately 407 grams of suspected marijuana $1,580 in U.S. currency A…

Talk of Delmarva Picture of the Day

By Mari Lou / February 9, 2026

Dona Jung – Berlin – South Ocean Pines pond. Click for full view

Two Arrested After Road Rage Incident in Somerset County

By Mari Lou / February 9, 2026

Maryland State Police have arrested two people from Virginia after an alleged road rage incident in Somerset County on Saturday. Police say 31 year old Kiana Chandler was driving a blue Volkswagen with Virginia tags when she brake checked the victim who came up behind her on Route 13 in Somerset County. As the victim…

4 Family Pets Perish in House Fire in Nanticoke, MD

By Mari Lou / February 8, 2026

West Side firefighters were called for a residential structure fire Saturday afternoon just before 2pm. Crews arriving at the Hickman Lane home in Nanticoke found fire in a two story, wood framed home. Multiple fire companies were called to assist or provide backup. Maryland State Fire Marshal investigators say the fire was accidental – caused…

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By Mari Lou / February 7, 2026

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Rep. McBride’s Amendment to Protect Delaware’s Coastal Communities from Harmful Algal Blooms Advances Science, Space, and Technology Committee

By Mari Lou / February 6, 2026

Delaware Congresswoman Sarah McBride has advanced an amendment to the NASA Reauthorization Act that will help to protect Delaware’s coastal communities. The amendment was passed by voice vote during a committee markup this week in the House Science, Space, and Technology Committee and would allow NASA to use its satellites and Earth Science expertise to…

Seven Organizations Awarded Sports Tourism Capital Investment Funding

By Mari Lou / February 6, 2026

The Delaware Tourism Office announced that seven Delaware sports facilities have been awarded funding through the Sports Tourism Capital Investment Fund. This funding provides financial support to new or existing sports facilities that hold events throughout the year to attract out-of-state visitors and contribute to the state and local economy. The seven projects are in…

Third Non-stop to Orlando Added at Salisbury Regional Airport

By Mari Lou / February 6, 2026

Breeze Airways is adding a Wednesday non-stop flight between Salisbury and Orlando – beginning on April first. This will bring three flights per week by Breeze Airways at Salisbury. Wicomico County Executive Julie Giordano says the county’s airport is thriving and demand for convenient, affordable air service continues to grow.  Currently Breeze and American Airlines…

No Election in Frankford Saturday; 1 Council Seat Remains Vacant

By Mari Lou / February 6, 2026

There is no election on Saturday in Frankford. Only two candidates filed for three open seats. Incumbent Kyle Quillen will return to the Town Council for another 2-year term and Brittney Outten filed for one of the other open seats. Council members Pam Davis and James Sample did not file for re-election.   There is still…

UPDATED: DNREC Reopens Indian River Bay to Harvest of Bivalve Shellfish

By Mari Lou / February 6, 2026

UPDATED – 02/06/26 – DNREC has reopened the Indian River Bay to clamming and shellfish harvest after a mandatory 21-day closure that followed a Jan. 15 wastewater release from the town of Millsboro’s sewage system. The emergency closure was enforced by DNREC under National Shellfish Sanitation Program requirements when the sewage spill threatened to impact…

UPDATE: Victim Identified; Selbyville Man Charged in Murder of Family Member

By Mari Lou / February 4, 2026

UPDATE– 02/04/26: Delaware State Police have identified 71-year-old Liudmyla Levchenkoof Selbyville, Delaware, as the woman who was killed by her son-in-law on Monday in Selbyville. Initial Post: A Selbyville area man has been arrested for the murder of a family member in Selbyville. Delaware State Police were called to a home on Pinto Drive east…

AG Jennings Secures $17.85-million Settlement with Lannett and Bausch; Compensation Possible

By Mari Lou / February 3, 2026

Delaware Attorney General Kathy Jennings joined a coalition of 48 states and territories to announce two settlements with Lannett Company, Incorporated and Bausch Health US, LLC and Bausch Health Americas, Inc. These settlements could make you eligible for compensation as well! The settlements total $17.85-million and are to resolve allegations that both companies engaged in…