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Governor John Carney obtained a coronavirus vaccination over the weekend at Dover International Speedway, as did First Lady Tracey Quillen Carney. The Governor obtained his initial dose of the Moderna vaccine Sunday. Saturday, Mrs. Carney received the single-dose Johnson and Johnson vaccine. The clinic was hosted by Delaware Public Health, the Delaware Emergency Management Agency…
Much of the mid-Atlantic region and some parts of the Southeast are at risk of severe weather Sunday, according to AccuWeather. Also, the National Weather Service indicated that Sunday’s system was bringing showers and thunderstorms approaching from the west. Damaging wind gusts were possible, and forecasters were warning citizens to secure loose objects and to…
Delaware has lacked a facility for indoor track competition since 2013 when the University of Delaware Field House was repurposed. Since then, the state’s annual tournament has been held near Washington. This year, athletes took it outside -the championships were held in the cold due to COVID-19 protocols that limited travel. A non-profit organization, Indoor…
Delmarva Power continues to spread the word about energy assistance resources available for residential and business customers who may face challenges meeting their bills. A collaborative virtual summit Thursday involved non-profits and other community partners who are familiar with the costs of electricity and the circumstances that can result in bills going unpaid. 鈥淚n the…
A citizens academy that starts next month will offer a look at operations and programs in the Delaware Department of Correction. The DOC says the five weekly sessions will include an opportunity to engage with corrections leadership, uniformed officers, providers of treatment and programs and a wide range of professional staff. To apply for the…
Laurel voters have re-elected Mayor John Schwed, and Donald Holden has won an at-large seat on council. In Thursday’s election, Shwed topped Mark Sikora, 80-63. Holden was the winner over Denise Mackey, 102-38. Laurel Council members Robin Fisher and Jonathan Kellen Senior were unopposed.
Two bills were introduced in the Delaware State Senate Thursday that the sponsors said would “promote responsible gun ownership” and “reduce the firepower capability of deadly weapons.” Senate Bill 3 would require a permit and firearms training before the purchase of a handgun. Senate Bill 6 would outlaw large capacity magazines capable of holding more…
A Seaford man has been arrested following an investigation that resulted in the discovery of weapons and explosive devices. According to Delaware State Police, troopers were called about a reported drug complaint at a home on Hollyville Road in Millsboro Wednesday. Glass bottles filled with an unknown substance – possibly Molotov Cocktails – were found…
Maryland is adopting new guidelines from the Centers for Disease Control recommending that students maintain at least three feet of separation in classroom settings, with universal masking in place. To read the CDC guidelines, please CLICK HERE 鈥淓very single Maryland student must have the opportunity to return to attending school in some form or fashion,…
Retired Judge Rosemary Betts Beauregard has been honored with a portrait, unveiled in Courtroom A of the Sussex County Courthouse in Georgetown. Judge Beauregard was the first woman to serve as a judge in the Court of Common Pleas. She served two terms and retired last year. The ceremony was held in the courtroom where…
Legislation to permit and regulate recreational use of marijuana by adults in Delaware has been approved by a State House committee.The measure is very similar to one that fell short of passage in 2018.Whether it would be effective at ending the black market for marijuana was the center of some discussion Wednesday.Because of fiscal impact,…
As spring begins, Lewes-based Marine Education Research and Rehabilitation Institute has been responding to several seal rescues. A gray seal pup was found on the South Bethany Beach over the weekend and was determined to be under-nourished. After receiving treatment, the pup named Maxwell was released at a beach along Delaware Bay. “This young seal…
This is election day in Laurel. Mayor John Shwed is being challenged by Mark Sikora. Also, two candidates are running for an at-large seat on town council.Incumbent Jeff Hill is not running. That leaves a contest between Laura Mackey and Donald Holden. Incumbents Robin Fisher and Jonathan Kellam are unopposed in districts two and three.…
Maryland is entering new phases of its COVID-19 vaccination program and will add six mass vaccination sites, in anticipation of more vaccine supply coming to the state. Governor Larry Hogan Tuesday said Phase Two-B, which begins next Tuesday March 30th, will include all Marylanders with disabilities who are 16 or older. The next phase also…
The Indian River School District will expand to four days of in-person instruction each week for high school students now learning in the hybrid format. The expansion is scheduled to take effect the week of April 12th. Sussex Central and Indian River High School students will be able to attend classes in person on Mondays,…
Seaford citizens have just a few days to register to vote in the upcoming city election. Even if one is on the state voter rolls, separate registration is required. The deadline to register in Seaford is this Friday at 5:00 p.m. Extended hours for registration are available today (Wednesday) at Seaford City Hall between 5:00…
Delawareans age 50 and older can now register for the state’s COVID-19 vaccine wait list. Appointments can be requested at https://vaccinerequest.delaware.gov/s/?language=en_US Large vaccination events will be held Saturday and Sunday of this weekend at Dover International Speedway. According to the Delaware Division of Public Health, appointments will be scheduled subject to a person’s risk factors,…
A Seaford man was arrested three times in two police jurisdictions within a few days in connection with burglary investigations. Seaford Police said Tuesday that 31-year-old Joaquin Williams was charged Sunday with theft of property taken from a vehicle. His vehicle was seized for search at a later time in connection with other incidents reported…
Two people have been arrested for felony theft and related charges in connection with the theft of property from a home at Captains Way in Oak Orchard. According to Delaware State Police, the homeowner returned home and discovered the missing property. An investigation identified 26-year-old Patrick Ford and 24-year-old Isabelle Olson, both of Millsboro, as…
An attempted traffic stop in Harrington escalates into a pursuit, and the arrests of two people. According to Harrington Police, a check of a vehicle’s registration on South DuPont Highway indicated that the registered owner was wanted on felony drug warrants. Police said the driver led police in a pursuit that ended in Farmington when…
Delaware public schools would be required to teach about Black history, under legislation filed in the General Assembly. Sponsors of House Bill 198 said Monday that if it’s approved, the requirement to teach about Black history in K-through-12 classes in public and charter schools would take effect with the 2022-23 academic year. 鈥淚solating Black history…
A Seaford man has surrendered to Delaware State Police to face charges in connection with an attempted burglary in Blades. 40-year-old Quanteve Hanzer was found to be the subject of a no-contact order with the occupant of the residence last week. Hanzer is charged with attempt to commit burglary, possession of burglary tools, non-compliance with…
Seaford will be home to an Amazon distribution facility. The company plans to lease more than 100,000 square feet of space on Dulaney Street in an agreement with NAI Coastal. Seaford’s proximity to East Coast metro areas apparently was attractive to Amazon, as well as space for about 550 vehicles. Jobs will reportedly start at…
Wicomico County citizens are invited to learn more and offer comments about the county’s spending proposals for the fiscal year that starts July 1st. County Executive John Psota said a public hearing on the Operating Budget, Capital Improvement budget and other spending priorities will be held tonight (Monday). The hearing will begin at 6:00 p.m.…
A vehicle fire in Wicomico County may have been deliberately set. According to the Maryland State Fire Marshal’s Office, fire spread to two cars on Mohawk Avenue in Salisbury at about 3:16 a.m. Monday. The cause appeared to be incendiary. A white Chevrolet Impala and a red Mercedes were damaged. Anyone with information about the…