The Talk of Delmarva News
After several years of study and recommendations from a court-appointed committee, the Delaware Supreme Court has adopted new criminal pretrial release rules that take effect April 4th – replacing interim rules that took effect in December 2018 under the Bail Reform Act.The new rules were created to simplify and clarify the interim rule, while keeping…
Many Delaware schools are facing a shortage of substitute teachers, and now legislation has been introduced in the General Assembly that would allow for hiring of permanent, full-time substitutes. The measure would provide funding for schools to hire up to two full-time substitute teachers starting with the 2023-24 school year. Training, the per-diem rates and…
Delaware plans to adopt what’s known as California’s Zero Emission Vehicle regulations, according to Governor John Carney. Carney said Thursday that drivers who are looking to purchase an electric vehicle will find more options at Delaware dealerships. 13 other states have also adopted the policy. “By creating a better environment for the sale and purchase…
Delawareans with an interest in running for a local school board in 2022 have until this Friday March 4th at 4:30 p.m. to file, according to the Delaware Department of Elections. School board elections will take place Tuesday, May 10th. For more information and the filing procedure, please CLICK HERE To learn where seats are…
Fenwick Island officials have plenty on the plate Friday Council members have been considering a ban on low-speed vehicles, with the goal of keeping shuttles off Bunting Avenue in particular. According to Councilwoman Natalie Magdeberger, Bunting Avenue becomes Fenwick Island’s de facto boardwalk during summer months. “We’ve basically allowed that stretch of roadway to remain…
Supporters of a bill that would require paid that paid family and medical leave be offered in Delaware said Wednesday that a new poll finds overwhelming support for it.According to the Delaware Cares Coalition for Paid Leave, the survey was conduced by Change Research last month of what it called a representative sample of 552…
Lewes Mayor and Council have voted unanimously to approve a settlement agreement and general release with a developer, Burke and Rutecki LLC, over disputed property known as Fishers Cove, adjacent to Rodney Avenue. According to Mayor Ted Becker, while there was strong community sentiment to keep the area undeveloped, Council recognizes that the owners have…
Seals have made their usual seasonal return to Delmarva beaches and waterways – and with that, marine biologists are cautioning locals and visitors not to get too close to them. According to Lewes-based Marine Education, Research and Rehabilitation Institute, four species of seals typically visit the area during the winter months and can often be…
It has been one week since a case of highly pathogenic avian influenza was confirmed in a commercial poultry farm in New Castle County, forcing its flock to be depopulated. Shortly before that, HPAI was confirmed in wild birds in the Atlantic Flyway. Now, the message from the Delaware Department of Agriculture is for farmers…
Wicomico County has begun an Emergency Rental Assistance Program.The county has received a grant from the Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development of $7.38-million to assist residents who are in need of emergency rental and utility assistance.There are several criteria to be met. For more information, please CLICK HERE For the application portal, please…
Georgetown residents will vote for mayor and council in the 3rd and 4th wards in this year’s election. Candidates who meet qualifications must file for the election by Thursday, April 14th at 5:00 p.m. Voters must be registered for the election by May 11th. The Georgetown election will be held Saturday, May 14th between 8:00…
A convicted sex abuser of a minor has received the maximum sentence possible of 25 years in prison.According to the Wicomico County State’s Attorney’s Office, Jeremy Houck was convicted in November following a two-day trial, and was sentenced last month. Prosecutors said the offenses occurred between 2011 and 2014, when the victim was under age…
Members of Delaware’s congressional delegation carried on the tradition of welcoming special guests for the President’s State of the Union Address… although due to the pandemic, the guests attended ‘virtually.’ Senator Tom Carper, D-Del. hosted leaders of several arts-related organizations that had to close early in the pandemic, adjusted their operations to reopen, and applied…
Statement from Congressman Andy Harris, R- Md. 1st: “This speech was full of false claims and more of the same false promises of ‘free’ things that the president claimed will cost no one anything. Americans know better – they know that uncontrolled spending is what drove up inflation. There was lots of lip service, but…
Update: Tuesday morning, Governor John Carney signed an order to lift the COVID-19 State of Emergency effective at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday, March 1. The State of Emergency was implemented January 3rd . To read the order that lifts the State of Emergency, please Click here Also Tuesday, Carney signed a focused Public Health Emergency Order that will…
Rocket Lab Chooses Wallops Island For Rocket Manufacturing / Launch Facility; Potential For 250 Jobs
Rocket lab USA plans to build its first launch site at Wallops Island, Virginia, as well as extensive manufacturing and operations facilities for its eight-ton payload class reusable Neutron rocket. The project is expected to bring as many as 250 jobs to the Eastern Shore. The facility would cover about a quarter-million square feet and…
A Delaware State Police phone number for Troop 5 in Bridgeville has been spoofed on at least two recent occasions. State police said Monday night that one person was told he or she had to pay a fine on a sex offender charge.Another was threatened for arrest for alleged “jury duty fines.” According to Delaware…
An adult and two juveniles are charged with setting fire to a vacant home on Tilghman Island in December. According to the Maryland State Fire Marshal’s Office, a two-month investigation led to the arrests of 21-year-old Kristen Tre’saun Banks of Easton and two juveniles, ages 15 and 16. The fire on Black Walnut Road December…
UPDATED – 2/28/22 – The investigation into a fire in Little Creek on February 6 is continuing. However State Fire Officials say that a third victim, a 38 year old woman, died last week from her injuries at the crozer Medical Center. Two others have been released from the hospital. Officials say the cause and…
The rule that requires Delaware court employees and members of the public to wear a mask in court facilities will be lifted this Wednesday, March 2nd. The mask mandate was implemented last August following a sharp rise in COVID-19 infections due to the spread of the Delta variant at the time. A mandatory testing program…
Delaware is making progress in preparing teachers and specialist educators of the future. The Delaware Department of Education has released a report providing detailed information on the diversity of candidate classes, student performance outcomes of graduates, employment placement and retention. The DOE noted progress being made by Delaware institutions of higher education in attracting a…
If you are considering adopting a pet, this may be your week. The Delaware Humane Association and Delaware SPCA are teaming up with North Shore Animal League America for “Tour for Life 2022. Between today (Monday) and Sunday March 6th, the adoption fee for all cats and dogs who have been waiting more than 22…
Two Seaford residents are facing criminal charges after being found in a vehicle in a Bridgeville supermarket parking lot. According to Delaware State Police, troopers responded Wednesday to discover 40-year-old Sherry King sitting at the wheel and 39-year-old Keith Morrison in the passenger seat slumped over. Troopers awakened both individuals, and police said drug paraphernalia…