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The Sussex County Office of Community Development and Housing will begin taking applications Friday for affordable housing assistance through the Housing Trust Fund. County Council approved the program last fall, and it begins with $6.8-million in funding. Most of the money comes through the federal American Rescue Plan Act. Sussex County is also budgeting half-a-million…
Delmarva citizens have already been advised to donate wisely and cautiously to Ukraine-related causes, and to make sure the are legit. However, investors and securities firms are also advised to be vigilant about increased threats of cyber attacks and potential investment scams.Maryland Attorney General Brian Frosh said Wednesday that the Securities Division is on alert…
A commercial metal structure in the Seaford area has gone up in flames.Members of several local fire companies responded Tuesday night to the 9,600-block of Tharp Road.A structure of about 50-by-50 feet was engulfed in fire.There has been no official word of any injuries, and the cause of the fire is still under investigation.
You’ll have a chance next month to weigh in on a bond bill and proposal to buy land for a sports complex in Worcester County.The County Commission is looking at an $11-million bond issue for the project that would go on 95 acres in the Berlin / West Ocean City area.Supporters say it would provide…
One person has been arrested and another suspect is still being sought in connection with a burglary and assault at Lakeside Motel on Sussex Highway in Laurel.According to Delaware State Police, an investigation determined that the pair forced their way into a motel room that was occupied by an acquaintance Sunday night and assaulted the…
The US Census Bureau says Sussex County’s population grew 3.6 percent between 2020 and 2021. That was the fastest growth rate in Delaware. The estimate now has the county with 247,527 residents, up around 8,600 over the year. Kent County’s population was also up by just over a percent. New Castle County added less than…
The Memorial Day Parade on Flower Street will return to Berlin Monday, May 30th, according to the Town of Berlin and the Berlin Community Improvement Association. The parade will begin at Seahawk Road and Flower Street and conclude at Dr. William Edward Henry Park. The theme of the parade, “Hometown Heroes,” “was chosen to honor…
Atlantic General Hospital and Health System is paying it forward, sending $30,000 worth of medical supplies to Ukraine to help health care professionals there care for wounded civilians and soldiers.Many supplies, including hand sanitizer and hand-made masks, had previously been contributed to AGH and its front-line workers during the COVID-19 pandemic.Locally-gathered isolation gowns and coveralls,…
A grey seal pup that was recently rescued from Assateague Island National Seashore is being rehabilitated at the National Aquarium Animal Care and Rescue Center in Baltimore.Marine scientists said Wednesday that the pup was found stranded and dehydrated, with wounds of unknown origin, and was too young to survive in the ocean without its mother.…
Delaware state agencies will start to accept applications for loan or grant moneyand wastewater system improvements, according to Governor John Carney. What’s being called “historic levels of investment” will be made possible through the federal Bipartisan Infrastructure Law and the Delaware Clean Water Trust. “Delawareans deserve clean water. It’s as simple as that,” Carney said…
Lewes Mayor and Council are considering an amendment to the noise ordinance concerning outdoor live entertainment at restaurants and amplification.Establishments that serve alcohol would be permitted to offer live music with external speakers between noon and 10 p.m., unless the state Alcohol Beverage Control Commissioner specifies that it should stop earlier.Residents and property owners within…
In Delaware, agriculture remains the state’s number one industry, according to Governor John Carney.The Governor and Agriculture Secretary Michael Scuse cited a report Tuesday, Feeding the Economy, which shows that food and agriculture have a $21.7-billion economic impact and keep more than 122,000 people in Delaware employed. “Delaware has a rich farming history and this…
The Maryland State Board of Elections and local elections boards are working to ensure that Marylanders will be able to vote early – and at the polls on the newly-scheduled date of the primary.Marylanders now have until June 28th to register to vote in the July 19th primary.A mail-in ballot must be requested by July…
Home construction is picking up in Salisbury through the city’s “Here is Home” housing program.According to Mayor Jake Day, the incentive-initiative will result in 8,100 new housing units over the next five years. The proposed construction represents a $1.4-billion expansion of Salisbury’s $800-million existing residential base.Single-family and multi-family homes, duplexes, townhouse apartments, condos, and assisted-…
A revised bill to revise the Delaware Law Enforcement Officers Bill of Rights has been introduced in the Delaware General Assembly.Sponsors of SS 1 for SB 149 said Monday that it would be a step toward opening serious and substantial police misconduct records to public view, something Delaware has lacked for more than 25 years.…
A fire in a burn pit Monday afternoon spread to brush, travel trailers, boats and other structures including a single-story home.The fire was reported Monday afternoon on Cordrey Road in the Oak Orchard area. According to the Indian River Volunteer Fire Company, numerous other fire departments assisted at the scene or covered.One firefighter was evaluated…
A lifelong Delawarean and long-time Sussex Countian is stepping up to try to keep State House District 20 in Republican hands. Retired Army Colonel Dallas Wingate told WGMD’s Mike Bradley Monday that that his military career matters in this election. “My last post of importance was with the Delaware National Guard as the Operations Chief.…
A Seaford woman is facing drug-related charges and traffic offenses following an attempted traffic stop for speeding.According to Delaware State Police, the driver kept going as she was heading eastbound on Hardscrabble Road in the area of Shiloh Church Road Sunday night. The vehicle traveled into a field and landed in a ditch.Police said 23-year-old…
A firefighter and one occupant of a home suffered minor injuries following a blaze in Caroline County over the weekend.According to the Maryland State Fire Marshal’s office, the fire started Saturday morning at the home on Camp Road in Denton. A dog and a cat also perished in the fire. The Red Cross is assisting…
During the final week of March, residents and visitors in Ocean City will be directed to use Route 50 into downtown Ocean City.A nearly 12-mile section of Route 90 will undergo maintenance on five consecutive nights, weather permitting, starting Sunday March 27th.According to the Maryland Department of Transportation State Highway Administration, the work will involve…
The Town of Snow Hill is making preparations for its election Tuesday, May 3rd. The offices of Mayor and Eastern District Council are on the line this year.Interested candidates have until Thursday March 31st at 4:30 p.m. to submit an application, which is available from Town Hall. Applications must be requested from Town Hall Administrative…
UPDATED: 3/18/22 – Delaware State Police have identified the victim that died in a fatal motor vehicle collision late Tuesday night on eastbound Millsboro Highway (Route 24) in the area of Revel Road as Micheline Victor, 53, of Salisbury. The investigation is continuing. ============================================================== A crash on Millsboro Highway (Route 24) has claimed one life. According…
Pride, bragging rights – and crab cakes – will be on the line as the Delaware and Maryland women’s basketball teams clash in the NCAA Tournament.Delaware Governor John Carney and Maryland Governor Larry Hogan are wagering crab cakes on the outcome of the game this evening. “Crab cakes and basketball—that’s what Maryland does,” Hogan said.…
EPA Looks To Add Georgetown Groundwater Site To Superfund Priorities List
A 60-day public comment period is underway on the U.S. EPA’s proposal to add the Georgetown North Groundwater site to the Superfund National Priorities List, setting into motion a plan to take remedial cleanup action that would be financed under the federal program.The Georgetown North site is a groundwater plume. It encompasses about one square…
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