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Sussex Tech High School will begin hybrid instruction this coming Monday, February 1st. The Board of Education recently voted to allow students to choose whether to attend classes in person, or learn exclusively by remote instruction. The hybrid format allows Sussex Tech students to learn on campus two days a week and learn remotely two…
Milford voters have approved a referendum to authorize the city to borrow money to build a new police station. The vote Tuesday was 390 in favor, 186 against. Chief Kenneth Brown on Twitter thanked the community for its support, and said they would work very hard to keep costs down. Local property taxes would be…
Citizens of Georgetown are now able to track local crime trends online. Town officials have introduced a new online crime mapping program at CrimeMapping.com. Several other Delaware municipalities including Milford, Dover and Wilmington also have such information available online. “This is one additional means for the Town to help keep the public informed,” Georgetown Mayor…
A Dover woman is charged with two robberies that took place within two hours Monday. According to Dover Police, a man who was using the indoor ATM at Wawa at 298 South DuPont Highway was approached by a woman who asked him for cash. When he refused, he was hit with pepper spray and the…
Ocean City’s St. Patrick’s Day Parade is canceled for a second consecutive year. The 2020 festivities were among the first local events to be canceled early during the COVID-19 pandemic. The parade co-chair stated that in the interest of the health and welfare of parade participants and spectators – and due to current crowd size…
Nearly three weeks ago, an Accomack County woman was found murdered in a Pocomoke City home. Maryland State Police said Monday the search continues for the man who was identified as a suspect in the killing of Lesa Renee White, who worked as a Wicomico County Correctional Officer. 52-year-old William Edward Strand of Pocomoke City…
A Frankford man is accused of driving a stolen vehicle while drunk and crashing it – twice. Delaware State Police said the pick-up truck was reported stolen Sunday night and was involved in crashes on Roxana Road at Atlantic Avenue and on Shockley Town Road near Peppers Road. A trooper spotted the driver who was…
Delaware could collect more than $43-million a year in tax revenue through regulating and taxing legal marijuana, according to a report prepared by State Auditor Kathy McGuiness. The special study used data available to the public, which indicates that legalizing the recreational use of marijuana for adults 21 or older would create a $215-million dollar…
Delaware is planning more COVID-19 vaccination events and options this week, including another large event this weekend to protect at least 2,000 senior citizens who are on the waiting list. Vaccinations remain by appointment only, and are restricted to people in Phase One-B, which includes those age 65 and older.Seniors can still schedule an appointment…
Governor John Carney has formally extended Delaware’s COVID-19 State of Emergency for another 30 days. In a statement, Carney said Monday the ‘life saving vaccine” is protecting more Delawareans each day, including the most vulnerable. But until supply increases, he said it is still important to wear a mask, wash your hands frequently and to…
Milford voters Tuesday are deciding whether to allow the city to borrow up to $20-million to build a new police headquarters building, and whether local property taxes should be increased to pay for it Referendum hours are between 8:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m. Registered voters in Milford may cast their ballots at the Milford Public…
A fire has caused extensive damage to an Easton auto shop and several vehicles. The Maryland Fire Marshal’s Office said an investigation into Friday’s fire at the Easton Service Center on North Street indicates that an employee inadvertently ignited gasoline vapors as he was working on a vehicle in the service bay. Nearby combustible materials…
Four Seaford residents are facing drug-related charges following an investigation police say lasted several months. According to police, a search warrant was executed at a residence in the 200-block of Front Street last week, with assistance from Dover Police. The search turned up three loaded handguns, some crack cocaine, synthetic marijuana, actual marijuana, and digital…
Mentors are individuals who donate their time to make a difference. There are youths in grades 1 through 12 who could benefit from the support of great mentors – like you! Mentors have a powerful impact on youth in many areas – from education and careers to personal reducing the need for more intensive treatments.…
An electrical fire caused heavy damage to a home in Dorchester County over the weekend. According to the Maryland State Fire Marshal’s Office, the blaze broke out Sunday morning at the home on Beach Haven Road in East New Market. A family dog died in the fire, but no people were injured. The electrical fire…
Slow down, arrive alive…and don’t pay attention to your ‘speed demon.’ That’s the focus of a new speed awareness campaign begun by the Delaware Office of Highway Safety. An educational campaign also is joined by a speed limit enforcement campaign, which is underway and lasts through Friday. According to OHS, the main goal is to…
Salisbury Police are searching for one of two suspects in connection with an assault involving a firearm. According to Salisbury Police, a 27-year-old woman had arrived at a residence on College Lane last Tuesday to meet with a former boyfriend to get some personal belongings. 26-year-old Abel Yamil Rivera-Alvira, according to police and the victim,…
The Worcester County Jail has a new Warden. Fulton Holland has been named by County Commissioners to oversee the jail. Holland takes over for retiring Warden Donna Bounds. Holland has 23 years of experience in law enforcement and corrections and is a certified corrections officer. His career with the Worcester County Jail dates back to…
A work of art now graces the reception area of Rehoboth Beach City Hall to put visitors in the mood to head to the beach. “Rehoboth Calling!” portrays the bandstand, a flamingo, palm trees and beach balls. Nina Mickelsen, who has a studio in Lewes, donated the painting, done in silk screen ink and acrylics,…
More than 11,100 people have been vaccinated for COVID-19 at weekend clinics held in Georgetown and Delaware City DMV locations. The pace picked up Sunday after Saturday’s events, which resulted in many people with appointments sitting in their cars for hours. Delaware Public Health said people were showing up without appointments, and many who had…
A 39-foot boat at the Cambridge Yacht Basin went up in flames late Thursday. According to the Maryland State Fire Marshal’s Office, the fire was discovered Thursday night shortly before 11:00 by someone who was passing by. It took firefighters about one hour to bring the blaze under control. No injuries were reported. Damage is…
An Equal Rights Amendment to the Delaware Constitution would add “race, color and national origin” to the basic rights of Delawareans guaranteed under the Constitution. The State Senate voted unanimously Thursday to support the Amendment, sending it to the House for consideration. Delaware and many other states still do not have specific provisions in their…
Marylanders who are employed in the food or agriculture sector would be able to work under strengthened protections during the COVID-19 pandemic and beyond, under legislation introduced in the General Assembly. Sponsors said Thursday that some workers are forced to choose between their paychecks and their own safety and health by being forced to work…
Wicomico County Public Schools plan to return to hybrid instruction starting the week of February 2nd. Students will start to return to buildings in stages, according to Superintendent Donna Hanlin. Those in Pre-K to second grade would be first, followed by third-through-eighth graders, then high-school students by the week of February 16th. Wicomico County Schools…
Governor Larry Hogan has called upon all Maryland school systems to implement hybrid instruction by March 1st. While such decisions lie at the local level, Hogan Thursday highlighted studies that indicate in-person instruction can be carried out in a safe way during the COVID-19 pandemic. The Governor and Education Secretary Dr. Karen Salmon have also…