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Gov. Larry Hogan’s Farewell Address, Tuesday 5pm

By Mari Lou / January 9, 2023
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Maryland Governor Larry Hogan will deliver his farewell address Tuesday evening at 5pm. Hogan says that Maryland has come a long was over the last eight years to change for the better. This will be the Governor’s last opportunity toe express to Marylanders how grateful he is for the privilege to serve as governor and…

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Fire Heavily Damages Angola Beach Home; 3 Pet Cats Perish

By Mari Lou / January 9, 2023
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Firefighters from Rehoboth Beach were called to Buttercup Street in Angola Beach and Estates around 10:30 Sunday morning for a fire. Crews arriving on the scene found a mobile home well involved in fire. Lewes, Indian River fire crews were called for back up along with Sussex County EMS. There were no human injuries, but…

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Dover Woman Charged with 5th Felony DUI

By Mari Lou / January 8, 2023
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A Dover woman has been arrested for her 5th felony DUI after a traffic stop near Magnolia on Saturday afternoon. Delaware State Police spotted car stopped for a stop sign with an expired registration and a traffic stop was conducted. When the trooper contacted the driver, 47 year old Stacy Collins of Dover, he noticed…

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UPDATED: Ellendale Voters Opt for Change

By Mari Lou / January 7, 2023
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UPDATED – 1/7/23 7:30pm – Voters in Ellendale opted for change on the town council. Michael Workman was the top vote-getter with 93 followed by Terrie Ottomano with 77. Incumbent Aaron Moore received 48 votes. The other seat was left vacant when Kim Hughes did not run for re-election. Workman and Ottomano will fill the…

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Millsboro Man Arrested after Vehicle Chase Ends Near Oak Orchard

By Mari Lou / January 7, 2023
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Delaware State Police have arrested a Millsboro man on felony drug charges and other offenses after a vehicle chase early Saturday morning. Police spotted a Kia speeding on Gravel Hill Road just after 2:15am but when troopers tried to stop the Kia – the driver kept going and turned east on Mount Joy Road. Another…

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WGMD Radio Flea Market 1-7-23

By Mari Lou / January 7, 2023
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John – 302-212-5413 – Antique model 76 marine compass, new in box – $40 Susan – 302-396-8508 – 2 Coral five way speakers, 100Watts – $300 both – 2 Orange 48″ toboggans – $15 each – Homemade afghan, purple and white – $35 Jocko – 302-660-5269 – Antique Doctor Scale – $125 – Lap Harp…

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WGMD Picture of the Day

By Mari Lou / January 7, 2023
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Joann – A swan vs goose battle at Sea Colony in Bethany Beach!

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Gas Prices Continue to Rise with the New Year

By Mari Lou / January 6, 2023
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Demand for gasoline has increased – and the price at the pump has increased as well. The national average has increased 12 cents to $3.29 a gallon since the start of the new year – but is still 1 penny less than a year ago. In Delaware the price is at $3.33 – 21 cents…

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DMV Unveils the Virtual Lobby

By Mari Lou / January 6, 2023
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The Division of Motor Vehicles has a new feature – the DMV virtual lobby. This feature can be used by customers who would prefer waiting in their vehicle rather than inside the DMV location you’re visiting. Access the virtual lobby using Plan & Scan mobile ticketing by scanning the QR code on signs throughout the…

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Gov Carney Extends Public Health Emergency Another 30 Days

By Mari Lou / January 6, 2023
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Governor John Carney has formally extended the Public Health Emergency for another 30 days. The Governor says that Covid-19 cases peak in January. This extension allows the State of Delaware and medical providers to continue Covid-19 vaccination and testing programs. Under Delaware law, a public health emergency declaration must be renewed every 30 days.

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Salisbury Man Sentenced to 35 Years in Prison for Sexual Abuse of a Minor

By Mari Lou / January 6, 2023
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A Salisbury man has been sentenced to 35 years in prison for sexual abuse of a minor and 2nd degree rape. In October, a jury found 47 year old Ezequiel Rosado-Arriaga guilty – sentencing was deferred pending a mandatory pre-sentence investigation and mental health evaluation. On Thursday Wicomico County Circuit Court Chief Judge Kathleen Beckstead…

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Two Crashes in Area of Route 24 & Plantations Road in Lewes Thursday

By Mari Lou / January 6, 2023
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Hebron Shed Fire – Accidental

By Mari Lou / January 6, 2023
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An electrical issue at the electric service panel inside a shed in Hebron is the cause of an accidental fire just before midnight Thursday. Hebron firefighters were called to Giles Lane where they found fire in a wood-frame shed. Firefighters put out the fire quickly – however it did cause about $5000 in damage.

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Multi-Jurisdictional Training in Seaford Sat & Sun at Seaford Middle School

By Mari Lou / January 6, 2023
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Seaford Middle School will be the site of a multi-jurisdictional training event Saturday and Sunday. Expect to see an increased presence of police, EMS, Fire and related personnel and equipment. The training is expected to run from 8am to 5pm both days.

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WGMD Picture of the Day

By Mari Lou / January 6, 2023
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Karen Hearn – Seaford – Fall bonfire. Click for full view

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WGMD Picture of the Day

By Mari Lou / January 5, 2023
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Dave Nelson – Ocean View – Indian River Inlet Bridge towers over the trees

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Sussex County Council Reorganizes & Hears from Pine Haven Residents

By Mari Lou / January 3, 2023
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The Sussex County Council held a swearing in ceremony for the Council and row officers who were elected last November. Districts 4 and 5 Council members Doug Hudson and John Rieley, County Sheriff Robert Lee, Register of Wills Greg Fuller and Recorder of Deeds Alexandra Reed Baker were sworn in. The Council reorganized at the…

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Four Juveniles Arrested in Magnolia Shooting Incident Monday

By Mari Lou / January 3, 2023
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Delaware State Police have arrested four juveniles in connection with a shooting that occurred on Cherry Drive in Magnolia just after noon on Monday. Police found two occupied homes and a vehicle with a 19 year old man that were struck by gunfire. A suspect vehicle was spotted in a grocery store parking lot, but…

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New MD Attorney General Anthony Brown Sworn In

By Mari Lou / January 3, 2023
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Salisbury Man Crashes Truck into Historic Skipjack on Tilghman Island

By Mari Lou / January 3, 2023
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Talbot County Sheriff’s deputies were called to Dogwood Harbor Road on Tilghman Island for a vehicle accident on December 27th. Deputies arriving at the scene found a pickup truck that had left the parking lot and landed on a boat docked in the Dogwood Harbor – the historic skipjack Rebecca T Ruark, which sustained extensive…

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Snow Hill Man Sentenced for Child Pornography

By Mari Lou / January 3, 2023
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A Snow Hill man was sentenced last month to 40 years for distribution of child pornography. Worcester County Circuit Court Judge Beau Oglesby suspended all but 16 years of the sentence for 32 year old Timothy Newsome who had been convicted on 4 counts and pleaded guilty last September. Officials say the Worcester County Bureau…

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Constituent Coffee with Rep Danny Short Wed Morning

By Mari Lou / January 3, 2023
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Representative Danny Short will hold a constituent Coffee meeting Wednesday morning. Residents of the 39th District are invited to come discuss issues important to them and find out more about the upcoming legislative session, which begins on January 10th in Dover. The Constituent Coffee begins at 8am at the Nanticoke Senior Center in Seaford.

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DE Treasurer Colleen Davis Sworn in for Second Term

By Mari Lou / January 3, 2023
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State Treasurer Colleen Davis was sworn in for her second term Tuesday morning. The oath was administered by Deputy AG Jason Staib, legal counsel to the Office of the State Treasurer. “It is my honor and privilege to serve the people of Delaware,” Davis said. “Over the past four years we have maintained our AAA…

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Hon. Bonnie David Joins DE Court of Chancery as Master in Chancery

By Mari Lou / January 3, 2023
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The Honorable Bonnie David has joined the Court of Chancery as Master in Chancery. Her chambers will be located at the Court of Chancery Courthouse in Georgetown. Prior to joining the bench, Master David was a litigator in private practice, where she litigated before the Court of Chancery with a focus on deal litigation, corporate…

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Caroline County Sheriff’s Dept. Corporal Nagel Dies

By Mari Lou / January 3, 2023
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The Caroline County Sheriff’s Office has lost one of its own. They say that on New Year’s Eve, 6 year veteran of the department, Corporal Lucas Nagel lost his battle with PTSD and took his own life. Cpl. Nagel graduated from Col. Richardson High School in 2013 and joined the US Army as a Military…

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