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UPDATED: Frankford Voters Re-elect Both Incumbents to Town Council Saturday
UPDATED – 02/01/25 – Voters in Frankford have sent incumbents John Wright and Gregory Welch back to the Town Council. Town Manager Sheldon Hudson tells the Talk of Delmarva that Wright was the top vote-getter with 27 and Welch had 17. Challenger Edmond Ferencie won 7 votes. Wright and Welch will be sworn in during…
Read MoreLegislation to Allow Physician-Assisted Suicide in Delaware Moves Out of Committee
Legislation (HB 140) to allow terminally ill individuals living in Delaware to request and self-administer medication to end their life in a humane and dignified manner has been released from the House Health and Human Development Committee. Nearly identical legislation was vetoed last September by Governor Carney who morally opposed physician-assisted suicide. This new bill…
Read MoreGas Prices Lower – Saturday’s Tariff Deadline Could Change That
The price at the pump dropped 2 cents nationally this past week to $3.11. In Delaware the average price for a gallon of gas dropped 8 cents to $3.13. The cost of a barrel of crude oil also fell by just over $2 per barrel. Officials at AAA Mid-Atlantic say with winter about half over…
Read MoreDenton Woman Sentenced for Medicaid Fraud
A Denton woman has been sentenced after pleading guilty to 1 count of Medicaid Fraud stemming from allegations that she was practicing nursing without a license. Maryland Attorney General Anthony Brown says that 38 year old Nicole Vanhorn was sentenced to five years suspended in favor of five years of probation by Circuit court for…
Read MoreDE General Assembly Asks DE Supreme Court for Advisory Opinion on Gubernatorial Nominations
The Delaware Senate and House have approved Senate Concurrent Resolution 16 which requests an advisory opinion of the Delaware Supreme Court regarding the validity of Gubernatorial nominations before the State Senate and whether a Delaware Governor can withdraw nominations submitted by the preceding Governor that otherwise are properly before the State Senate.
Read MoreVIDEO: Chessie Breaks Through!
Chessie, the tunnel boring machine, has completed her over 6300-foot journey under Thimble Shoal Channel – at the Chesapeake Bay Bridge-Tunnel. Chessie reached her end destination Monday evening when mining was paused to allow the design-build contractor to remove the temporary bracing struts and steel beams that were in place. Wednesday morning Chessie then tunneled…
Read MoreUPDATED: DC Aircraft Collision Affects OC Fishing Community & UD Skating Club
The plane crash Wednesday night in Washington, DC, has hit the Ocean City fishing community. The White Marlin Open announced on their Facebook page Thursday that Steve Johnson, the owner and captain of the Ctrl-Alt-Del, was among those who died in the crash. Johnson’s boat took part in last summer’s White Marlin Open. President of…
Read MoreFinal Round of Governor Meyer’s Cabinet Nominees Confirmed by State Senate
Delaware Governor Matt Meyer’s final slate of cabinet nominees have been confirmed by the Delaware State Senate, including the Delaware National Guard, the Department of Transportation, the Department of Technology and Information, the Department of Health and Social Services, the Department of Labor, the Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control, and the Department of…
Read MoreMagnolia Man Arrested for 6th DUI Offense
Delaware State Police have arrested a 45-year-old Magnolia man for his 6th DUI offense and related charges following a pursuit that occurred in Dover yesterday. According to police, at about 5:14 p.m., a trooper on patrol saw a Dodge Charger speeding southbound on Bay Road near Dover Air Force Base. The trooper attempted to pull…
Read MoreUPDATE: Fire at Family Farm in Mardela Springs Originated at Nearby Burn Pile
UPDATE: The preliminary cause of a fire that occurred in Mardela Springs on Athol Road early yesterday afternoon was accidental, in which the blaze started at a nearby burn pile. According to the Maryland Office of the State Fire Marshal, after sifting through fire debris and interviewing numerous witnesses at the fire scene, Deputy State…
Read MoreDOJ Announces 25th Illicit Massage Establishment Shut Down
Closing out Human Trafficking Awareness Month, Delaware Department of Justice’s Human Trafficking Unit (HTU) today announced the shutdown of the 25th Illicit Massage Establishment (IME) since the Unit’s inception in 2022. This announcement comes in the wake of a successful campaign targeting prostitution and patronization issues across the state. Delaware Attorney General Kathy Jennings emphasized…
Read MoreSussex County Land Trust Welcomes First Full-Time Executive Director
The Sussex County Land Trust (SCLT) has reached a significant milestone in its expansion efforts with the appointment of Sara M. Bluhm as its first full-time Executive Director. A Milford native and 2023 Leadership Delaware graduate, Bluhm brings a strong background in leadership and community engagement. Her experience positions her to support the Trust’s ongoing…
Read MoreUPDATE: Gold Alert Issued For Missing Dover Teen–Canceled
UPDATE: The Dover Police Department is canceling the Gold Alert for Elizabeth Brown. She has been located and is safe. Original Post: The Dover Police Department has issued a Gold Alert for a 16-year-old girl–Elizabeth Brown of Dover. Brown was last seen on January 28th, 2025 at approximately 3:30 p.m. on Holmes Street. Brown is…
Read MoreThe Delaware Court of Chancery Announces 3rd Annual Student Legal History Art Contest
The Delaware Court of Chancery has announced the 3rd Annual Legal History Art Contest for Delaware students in grades 7 to 12. As in years past, winners of the contest will receive $500 for first place, $300 for second place, and $200 for third place. All submissions must be received by April 25th, 2025. Full…
Read MoreCommercial Structure Fire in Berlin, MD Under Investigation
The Fire Marshal’s Office is investigating a fire that broke out in the overnight hours on January 29th at the E.S. Adkins Company Complex in Berlin, Maryland. Fire units from Ocean Pines, Showell, Bishopville, Ocean City, Newark, Snow Hill, Powellville, and Willards responded to the commercial structure fire to assist with fireground operations. While conducting…
Read MoreTwo Arrested Following Pursuit Involving Stolen Vehicle
A pursuit involving a stolen vehicle led to the arrest of two individuals. Dover Police arrested 20-year-old Tamir Glover and a 17-year-old male, both from Philadelphia, after the pursuit, which involved a stolen Nissan Sentra. The pursuit happened in the overnight hours Wednesday, January 29th on North DuPont Highway and West Denney’s Road. Around 1:37…
Read MoreMilford K9 Alert Leads to Arrest of Newark Man for Possession of “Ghost Gun”
A Newark man was arrested for several weapons-related charges. The arrest happened in Milford following a traffic stop earlier this week in the area of North DuPont Boulevard (Route 113) and North Street Extended. Milford Police Department conducted the traffic stop around 1 a.m. on January 28th. The investigation led to a Milford PD narcotics…
Read MoreDover Police Investigating Another Shots Fired Into Home Incident
Dover Police are investigating another incident in which shots were fired into a home. The latest shooting happened on Tribbitt Street. Police were called about the shooting around 12:30 a.m. Wednesday, January 29th. They learned that the home was damaged after someone fired multiple shots at the residence and left in an unknown direction. The…
Read MoreSecond Round Of Governor Meyer’s Cabinet Nominees Confirmed By State Senate
Today, Delaware Governor Matt Meyer’s second slate of cabinet nominees were confirmed by the Delaware State Senate, including the Department of Correction, the Delaware State Housing Authority, and the Department of Education. Governor Matt Meyer says improving education, housing, and public safety are no small feats, but this team is ready to get to work…
Read MoreAG Jennings Releases “Know Your Rights” Guidance on Immigration
Delaware Attorney General Kathy Jennings today announced the release of Know Your Rights on Immigration guidance which she says provides vital information to individuals and organizations on their constitutional rights during interactions with federal immigration officials. This initiative is said to reflect the Delaware DOJ’s commitment to public safety, the rule of law, and the dignity…
Read MoreNew Report Released on Tobacco Use-Related Issues
A new report from the American Lung Association urges Maryland lawmakers to prioritize the protection and preservation of vital funding for tobacco prevention and cessation programs as well as safeguarding the state’s Clean Indoor Act from exemptions, all in an effort to reduce the overwhelming human and financial burden of tobacco use. The 2025 “State…
Read MoreThe Dorchester County Sheriff’s Office Warning of Potential Scam Attempts
The Dorchester County Sheriff’s Office is alerting the community about potential scam attempts targeting families using the Inmate Search Feature on their mobile app. Scammers may contact you, falsely claiming they can assist in releasing a loved one or covering court fees in exchange for payment. The Dorchester County Sheriff’s Office will never request money…
Read MoreShots Fired Into Home in Dover
The Dover Police Department is investigating an incident in which shots were fired and a home damaged yesterday– Tuesday evening. The investigation began around 7:30 p.m., when Dover Police received a call to Willis Road following the shooting. Officers responded and talked to one of the residents. Police say an unknown individual (s) fired several…
Read MoreSix Arrested During Prostitution Operation
Six individuals have been arrested following an operation conducted by the Dover Police Department that specifically targeted prostitution at an undisclosed area hotel. Police conducted the operation yesterday, January 28th. The Dover Police Department has been actively exploring strategies that will help address all of the concerns, including measures to deter patronage. Patronizing or soliciting…
Read MoreThe City of Seaford Promotes 10+ Year Officer to Deputy Chief of Police
The City of Seaford Police Department has promoted a 10+ year departmental veteran, Tyler Justice to the position of Deputy Chief of Police, effective February 3rd, 2025. Tyler was hired by the Seaford Police Department and graduated from the Delaware State Police Academy in 2014. Deputy Chief Justice said he is extremely honored and excited…
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