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The Maryland Citizens Redistricting Commission begins a third round of virtual meetings. The panel was appointed by Governor Larry Hogan to draw up ‘fair and representative’ legislative and Congressional district maps for the 2022 elections. The Commission has drawn up proposed maps, while considering dozens that have already been submitted by the public. Marylanders may…
Dover Air Force Base is conducting a base-wide “force protection exercise” this week. According to base leadership, the exercise Wednesday through Friday will entail 24-hour operations and a variety of scenarios will test the base’s ability to respond and mobilize, satisfying annual training requirements. Gate closures and delays can be expected, and commonly-accessed facilities may…
The top Dough Roller in Ocean City has passed away. Bill Gibbs has died, leaving behind a legacy of local pizza and breakfast restaurants that are still operated by his family. Maryland Coast Dispatch reports that Gibbs started working at a pizza restaurant when he was 14. The first Dough Roller opened in 1980. Gibbs…
Dover Police are investigating an attempted robbery at the Royal Farms store on South DuPont Highway at South Bay Road. At about 12:14 a.m. Tuesday, someone approached a cashier and acted as if he had a handgun. The cashier refused to comply with the suspect’s demand for cash, and the suspect fled southbound direction. Anyone…
A six-day Special Event Zone is underway in Ocean City for the upcoming Endless Summer Cruisin’ Weekend. The Special Event Zone reduces local speed limits. Violations, including exhibition driving, carry increased fines and penalties. The SEZ involves various law enforcement agencies. Its chief purpose was to help Ocean City deal with the unsanctioned H2O-I pop-up…
A search committee is in place to find the next President and CEO of Atlantic General Hospital and Health System. A search is expected to identify several candidates for the position in the comping weeks. A firm timeline has not been established. The search committee is expected to guide the Board of Trustees, which will…
If you want to minimize your chance of getting the flu, or reduce the seriousness if you do get sick, now’s the time to schedule a flu shot, according to Delaware Public Health. It takes about two weeks after a vaccination for the antibodies to develop. DPH operates several clinics at community-based locations where staff…
Fire safety has a soundā¦ It’s Fire Prevention Week. The Delaware State Fire School and local fire departments want Delawareans to know that any sound from a smoke alarm requires action. A continuous sounding of three loud beeps indicates there is a fire or smoke, and it’s time to get out. A single chirp every…
On a recent sunny morning at the beach, two women set off on the ride of a lifetime: the Mustang Discovery Ride, a journey that if completed would take them about 5,000 miles to California. This is a ride on horseback, not in a classic car. Lisanne Fear of Wyoming and Hannah Catalino of Montana…
A crash in the parking lot of Liberty Gas on Oak Orchard Road has led to the arrest of a driver on numerous felony charges. According to Delaware State Police, troopers responded to a reported crash of a pick-up truck into a pole Sunday afternoon. Police said the driver showed signs of being under the…
A months-long project along Route 1 at the bridge over the Broadkill River is expected to begin today. According to DelDOT, traffic will be limited to one lane in each direction. Motorists should expect delays and proceed with caution. Work will begin in the northbound lanes, and switch over to the southbound bridge at some…
A recently-retired U.S. Navy Commander will become the new Deputy Chief Administrative Officer of Worcester County later this month. The Commissioners have named Joseph E- Parker III to the position. He will oversee independent and broadly-defined missions with special projects. Parker will fill the position previously held by Worcester County Chief Administrative Officer Weston Young.…
A lot goes into raising chickens, from a science and research perspective. The Delmarva Chicken Association recently hosted a two-day national scientific conference in Ocean City. Nearly 300 people from a total of 29 states attended, reviewing the latest research, animal health, environmental practices and advances. The National Meeting on Poultry Health, Processing and Live…
A 34-year-old Dover woman has died of injuries suffered in a pick-up truck crash west of Harrington. According to Delaware State Police, the woman was heading southbound on Whiteleysburg Road north of Brownsville Road Sunday afternoon. She lost control on a curve and left the roadway and the pick-up truck overturned. The driver died at…
Planned balloon releases are now against the law in Maryland. The ban officially takes effect today. Anyone who is 13 or older is prohibited from intentionally releasing balloons or organizing or participating in a mass release of ten or more balloons. āIn Maryland itās now illegal to be a plastic balloon litterbug and thatās good…
Dover Police are investigating a shooting that left a man in his 20s with a gunshot wound to the leg. Officers responded to the area of South Kirkwood Street south of Division Street right after 6:00 p.m. Thursday, and found shell casings in the area. An occupied home was hit by gunfire as well. Police…
A Dover man has been convicted of two violent felony crimes for pointing a handgun during a counter-protest. The incident occurred last October at a rally in Wilmington. Michael Hastings was photographed brandishing the weapon as counter-protesters showed up at a rally in support of then-Republican U.S. Senate candidate Lauren Witzke. The Division of Civil…
Delawareans who have obtained a high school diploma or GED who enrolled in an approved, non-degree credit certificate program could qualify for tuition assistance. Governor John Carney Thursday signed legislation to establish the FAST program -Focus on Alternative Skills Training.Senate Substitute 1 to Senate Bill 65 extends eligibility to 24 months after someone graduates from…
A Salisbury man is charged with burglary, armed robbery, assault and other crimes after police say he was connected to separate investigations. Police investigated three business burglaries Wednesday morning. In each incident, glass was broken and items were taken. Police developed a possible suspect and obtained an arrest warrant for 24-year-old Ernest Adkins. Later that…
A retired Delaware Army National Guard Brigadier General has passed away. Services are being held today (Friday) in Laurel for Richard “Dick” James. James was born and raised in Delaware, and was assigned to the 261st Signal Command as a Major in 1975 and retired as a Brigadier General in 1987. He also was a…
Hunters will have opportunities this month to hunt snow geese, ducks and other migratory birds. The firearm deer season also begins in October. The one-day, youth-only waterfowl hunt is scheduled for Saturday, October 16th. The Delaware Department of Natural Resources provided more details below about what hunters should know: Additional Delaware hunting seasons are set…
Who is eligible to receive a COVID-19 booster shot? When should it happen? What is the availability? Maryland Governor Larry Hogan Thursday was looking to clarify uncertainty over the booster, and he strongly encouraged Marylanders who are leigible to immediately get their booster shot. āIf you are confused about boosters, you are not alone,ā Hogan…
A traffic stop in Laurel has led to the arrest of a 21-year-old Rehoboth Beach man on drug charges. According to Delaware State Police, a trooper stopped a car on County Seat Highway east of Sussex Highway Wednesday night for speeding (75 miles-per-hour in a 50-m.p.h. zone). The smell of marijuana led to an investigation.…
A Millsboro woman is charged with burglary and other offenses in connection with an incident at the home of an acquaintance on Maplewood Drive. According to Delaware State Police, troopers were called to the home this week by a 33-year-old woman, who said she heard someone come in through her front door who was yelling.…
Seaford Police are investigating a shooting incident Tuesday afternoon in the 300-block of Pine Street. According to police, several shots were fired toward someone at about 4:00 p.m. Arriving officers canvassed the area and found several shell casings, but there was no sign of a suspect or a possible victim. The investigation continues, and anyone…