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Two fires this week in the Oak Orchard area are under investigation, according to the State Fire Marshal’s Office. Fires occurred at adjacent, unoccupied structures in the 32,000-block of Oak Orchard Road Wednesday afternoon and again Thursday. Investigators determined that the fires were deliberately set and were linked to other criminal mischief incidents in the…
The DFRC has named the players for the 65th DFRC Blue-Gold All-Star Football Game, June 18th at Delaware Stadium. The DFRC Blue-Gold All★Star Football Game showcases Hand-in-Hand Buddies— children and young adults with intellectual disABILITIES— and Delaware’s finest high school students who participate as football players, cheerleaders, band members, and school ambassadors. History: The first…
Maryland will lift any capacity restrictions on outdoor entertainment venues, arts and sports events as well as indoor entertainment venues and conventions effective this Saturday. Governor Larry Hogan also said Wednesday that any remaining restrictions on indoor and outdoor dining will be going away. Here in Maryland, our plan is to get everything back to…
Polystyrene containers and plastic straws are targeted in new legislation in the Delaware General Assembly. A bill (SB 134) has been introduced that would prohibit restaurants from serving food in containers made of what’s commonly branded Styrofoam. Also, establishments would not provide single-use plastic straws unless requested by the customer. Single-use plastic coffee stirrers, cocktail…
A man is charged with multiple burglaries in Kent County that Delaware State Police say have occurred since March of this year. Police started an investigation of burglaries and thefts at residences and sheds as well as reports of several stole vehicles. 33-year-old Stephen Lemmons of Felton, according to police, was identified as a possible…
An Ellendale man is charged with pepper-spraying a 17-year-old girl he knows, who went to meet with him in the parking lot of an apartment complex. Delaware State Police said Wednesday that 21-year-old Mardis Powell Junior became aggressive with the girl, grabbed her cellphone and threw it to the ground, then deployed the pepper spray.…
Delaware State University will cancel hundreds of thousands of dollars in student loan debt incurred by recent graduates who have faced financial hardship during the COVID-19 pandemic. Funds from the American Rescue Plan are being used to reduce student loan debt by a total of $730,655. The average eligible DSU graduate could qualify for $3,276…
The Governors of Maryland and Delaware are responding to the possible effects of the Colonial Pipeline hacking on the region’s gas supply. Maryland Governor Larry Hogan Wednesday authorized Transportation Secretary Greg Slater to issue emergency waivers of weight restrictions and hours-of-service requirements for Maryland ‘motor carriers.’ Hogan added that the gas supply chain is still…
Delaware State Police provided the following update Wednesday afternoon: The Delaware State Police have arrested 55-year-old John Cameron of Claymont, DE, for murder. The incident occurred on Monday, May 10, 2021, at approximately 08:13 a.m., when troopers responded to the James T. Vaughn Correctional Center located at 1181 Paddock Road, Smyrna, for a reported homicide. Investigation has…
Governor John Carney Wednesday signed the 28th modification to the original state of emergency COVID-19 order, which allows most business capacity restrictions to go away effective May 21st. School bus distancing requirements are also updated, and other changes that were announced last week are formalized. According to Carney, the following changes take effect at 8:00…
Rehoboth Beach has revised masking guidelines to follow state guidance in outdoor areas. Commissioners voted Tuesday to require that masks be worn outdoors only where social distancing cannot be maintained. Previously, masks were required in the downtown area. Masks are still required on the Rehoboth boardwalk. Also, whether there will be fireworks on 4th of…
A fire in the Oak Orchard area sent three people to area medical facilities for observation early Wednesday. According to the Indian River Volunteer Fire Company, the blaze was reported with people possibly trapped on Cherokee Avenue in Riverdale Park. Firefighters determined that all occupants were accounted for and out of the home. Firefighters from…
A fire spread to two residential structures, a couple of vehicles and a camper east of Frederica Tuesday. The blaze broke out Tuesday morning, drawing firefighters from South Bowers, Ellendale and Carlisle fire companies. There was no word of any injuries, and the cause of the fire is still under investigation.
Delaware State Police are encouraging people who are interested in becoming a State Trooper to apply for the current fall 2021 hiring process. Applications are due by this Friday at 8:00 a.m. for consideration. Delaware State Police are also accepting applications for the Spring 2022 Academy Class. For more information and to apply, please CLICK…
Ocean City is getting the word out about a Special Event Zone that begins Tuesday May 18th and continues through the following Sunday, during the spring Cruisin’ Ocean City event. The provision increases fines for motor vehicle violations and establishes speed limits. Citizens and visitors should expect increased police presence with Ocean City Police getting…
UPDATED – Flags will return to full staff at sunset on Monday, May 10 following the internment of Cpl Keith Heacook. ======================================================================= Maryland Governor Larry Hogan and Delaware Governor John Carney Thursday directed that state and US flags fly at half-staff in tribute to Delmar Police Corporal Keith Heacook, who was declared clinically deceased Wednesday…
Delaware lawmakers return to session this week, and another gun control or gun safety measure awaits. The House Judiciary Committee Tuesday will take up amended legislation (SB 3) that would require a permit to purchase a handgun, and completion of a training course. The committee hearing will begin at noon and it will a virtual…
Election integrity is the focus of several bills introduced by Republicans in the Delaware General Assembly. A Senate concurrent resolution sponsored by State Senator Dave Wilson, R-Lincoln would establish a Registered Voter List Improvement Task Force. The panel would be directed to review current laws and practices and come up with recommendations for improving the…
Delmar Police Corporal Keith Heacook will be laid to rest today, two weeks and a day after being viciously assaulted while responding alone to a fight. A full police detail funeral will begin in the noon hour, following a two-hour visitation that starts at 10 a.m. in Salisbury. You will be able to hear the…
Maryland is forming a public-private partnership to help young people recover from the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic, which have included disruption caused by prolonged periods out of school. Governor Larry Hogan said Thursday the initiative is known as Project Bounce Back. It includes several state agencies, Boys and Girls Clubs of America, Microsoft, Linked-in…
Delaware is no longer operating a wait list for a COVID-19 vaccination, effective at 3:00 p.m. today (Friday). According to Delaware Public Health, the state is entering a new phase with its program as more vaccine becomes available. DPH will now advise Delawareans about the multiple ways to get vaccinated with or without an appointment…
The early days of the COVID-19 pandemic were confusing times for Delaware long-term care facilities. They could have received clearer guidance and assistance from the state, according to a new special report from State Auditor Kathy McGuiness. To read the report and its six recommendations, please CLICK HERE According to McGuiness, long-term care administrators were…
Keeping Delawareans in their homes who are at risk of eviction is the goal of legislation introduced in the Delaware General Assembly. (SB 101) Tenants who are facing the greatest financial hardship could receive free legal counsel. Also, a diversion program would be created to resolve most landlord-tenant disputes before they go to court. “Delaware…
A statewide body-worn camera mandate and a uniform policy for their use by law enforcement officers would be the result of legislation introduced in the Delaware General Assembly. The bill filed Thursday (HB 195) would require law enforcement officers and certain employees of the Department of Correction and the Department of Services for Children, Youth…
A Caroline County man has pled guilty to possession of child pornography. According to the US Attorney’s Office for the District of Maryland, 47-year-old Daniel Provencal entered his plea Thursday.Prosecutors said Provencal acknowledged he was on supervised release at the time for a 2006 federal conviction for distribution of child pornography. Provencal, according to the…