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State Senator Darius Brown, D.-Wilmington, has been found not guilty of misdemeanor crimes for which he was arrested last May. The jury in Court of Common Pleas came back with its verdict Thursday after hearing one day of testimony the previous day. The incident last spring involved allegations that he punched a woman in the…
Maryland homeowners who struggle with housing expenses due to financial hardships related to the COVID-19 pandemic may be eligible for assistance under the new Maryland Homeowner Assistance Fund. The Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development will administer the $248-million fund.Funds will be allocated in certain cases where people are delinquent in mortgage payments, property…
Senator Chris Coons, D-Del. – video statement: Senator Tom Carper, D-Del., speaking on the Senate floor Wed. Jan. 5th:
A Maryland State Police helicopter crew rescued a crew member in medical distress from a tanker in Chesapeake Bay near Kent Island this week. U.S. Coast Guard-Sector Maryland requested the helicopter Wednesday morning. MSP Aviation Command Trooper 6 is based at the Easton Airport. The helicopter crew located the 462-foot Liberian-flagged tanker the Chem Jupiter,…
A 21-year-old man is being sought in connection with a recent home invasion crime in the Lewes area. According to Delaware State Police, 21-year-old Jhareed Alexander Ayers has been identified as a suspect in a December 16th home invasion on Needle Drive. A 57-year-old man was held at gunpoint and assaulted.Three juveniles also were present…
Two teenagers are charged with murder and other crimes in connection with the shooting death of another teenager in Cambridge in November. According to Maryland State Police, Cambridge Police assisted with this week’s arrests of 16-year-old Daeveon Lat’ee Johnson and 16-year-old Key’marion Da’Qion Ennals. Both minors have been charged as adults for the November 18th…
Delawareans are being encouraged to handle DMV-related business online, if possible. The surge in COVID-19 cases and anticipated staff shortages have led the DMV to also advise customers to consider drive-through service at DMV offices. Wait times for service inside could be longer than usual. The DMV has introduced a text notification system that allows…
Maryland Governor Larry Hogan has declared a 30-day state of emergency in response to rising rates of COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations. Statewide hospitalizations for COVID-19 complications have now topped 3,000, and Hogan says trends indicate that number could reach 5,000. “The truth is that the next four to six weeks will be the most challenging…
The collapse of a chicken house roof in Ellendale has left a 12-year-old girl injured. According to Delaware State Police, several people were working in the chicken houses in the 17,000-block of Maple Branch Road Tuesday afternoon. A 17-year-old boy noticed that the food and water lines were sagging and started to tell everyone to…
Maryland state employees and visitors to state buildings and leased spaces will be required to wear a face covering in all public or shared spaces. State Agencies are also getting updated guidance allowing them discretion to implement tele-work and hybrid work schedules for applicable employees. Also, according to Governor Larry Hogan, the state will provide…
DART has announced these service updates for Sussex and Kent Counties, and the impact of weather conditions; Kent County: Route 104: The 6:30 AM and 7:30 AM trips from Dover Transit Center and the 6:28 AM and 7:28 AM trips from Camden Walmart will not operate. Route 105: The 6:00 AM, 7:00 AM, 8:00 AM, and…
One person has died following a fire in an apartment over a garage in the Millville area. According to the Delaware State Fire Marshal’s Office, the blaze broke out Sunday shortly before 7:00 p.m. in the 34,000-block of Omar Road. Members of the Millville Volunteer Fire Company responded. The fire involved a garage with an…
After days of temperatures in the 60s, winter is expected to come roaring back Monday, January 3rd. Numerous winter weather advisories, watches and warnings have been posted across Delmarva as temperatures are expected to take a steep plunge, any rain is expected to switch to snow, and winds are expected to pick up in speed.…
Two people have died following a house fire in southern Dorchester County. According to the Maryland State Fire Marshal’s Office, the blaze broke out Saturday night at a one-story wood-frame home in the 2,600-block of Toddville Road. The fire was reported by a neighbor. Local firefighters discovered the bodies. The victims have not been identified.…
Additional deer hunting seasons in Delaware are beginning with the arrival of January. Hunters are encouraged to harvest does in order to help manage the size and quality of the state’s deer population. Deer hunting is allowed on all Sundays this month, in accordance with state restrictions. Also, hunters who wish to donate venison to…
A pick-up truck crashed into a music studio in Salisbury Friday night. According to the Maryland State Fire Marshal’s Office, the 69-year-old driver was found dead inside of the vehicle that plowed into the storefront business on Tilghman Road Friday night, starting a fire. The cause of death is pending an examination by the Chief…
Update: Delaware State Police have identified the Georgetown teenager who died as a result of injuries from a two-vehicle crash Saturday morning. 17-year-old Ryan Carbajal died in a local hospital following the crash on Lewes-Georgetown Highway near Hudson Road. A Georgetown teenager is dead following a two-vehicle crash on Lewes-Georgetown Highway Saturday morning. According to…
The Delaware Department of Natural Resources is making some changes in response to the recent surge in coronavirus cases. State parks, nature and wildlife areas are still open, but through the end of January public restroom facilities will be closed. Portable facilities will be available. Indoor programs will be held virtually or may be canceled.…
Beebe Healthcare is revising its visitor restrictions effective New Year’s Day. In-patients at the Margaret H. Rollins Lewes Campus are now allowed one well visitor per day between 2:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. All visitors will be required to wear a surgical mask at the Lewes Campus, the South Coastal Campus and the Tunnell Cancer…
Late Friday night, a vehicle rolled over on John J. Williams Highway, just west of the combined Rehoboth Beach – Lewes Fire Station. Firefighters from both departments responded and extricated the lone occupant from the vehicle, which landed on its side. The driver was taken to a hospital for treatment. Delaware State Police are investigating…
A Kent County man has been arrested for multiple felony crimes. According to Delaware State Police, 31-year-old Jeremiah Sandquist of Hartly was arrested Thursday after running into a barn when troopers spotted him in Clayton. State Police released these details of the investigation On Tuesday, September 21, 2021, at approximately 8:45 p.m., troopers responded to…
A juvenile is charged with first-degree murder and other related crimes for a fatal shooting in Blades last June. According to Delaware State Police, an investigation led to a 16-year-old male of Millsboro being identified as a suspect. The teenager was already being held at Ferris School in New Castle County, and was charged there…
Members of the Delaware State Senate Republican Caucus said Thursday that they recognized the challenges now facing the state’s hospitals, staff and first responders as COVID-19 cases continue to mount. The Caucus responded to Governor John Carney’s announcement of a State of Emergency that will take effect Monday. Senate GOP members urged Carney to rescind…
Berlin town-sponsored events on New Year’s Eve, the midnight ball drops and laser shows are now canceled. With COVID-19 cases on the rise, the town said Thursday that several vendors have canceled for tonight. The Town of Berlin reminded citizens and visitors that several establishments will be open for dinner and beverages for those who…