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UPDATED: Suspect in Rehoboth Beach Shooting Incident Arrested in PA
UPDATED – 07/02/24 – A 28 year old Milford man wanted in connection with a shooting in the parking lot of the Big Chill Surf Cantina on Coastal Highway in Rehoboth Beach early Friday morning has been arrested in Pennsylvania. Delaware State Police say 28 year old Jonathan Blackwell was arrested Sunday and is now…
Read MoreDSP Investigating Shots Fired at Hartly Home
Delaware State Police were called to a home on Slaughter Station Road in Hartly around 4 Tuesday morning after several shots were fired at a home. Police say the shots were fired from an unknown passing vehicle and numerous shell casings were recovered from the scene. Two adults were in the home at the time…
Read MoreMike Vincent Announces Re-Election Bid for District 1 Sussex County Council
Sussex County Councilman, Mike Vincent has filed for re-election to District 1 – which is part of the western side of Sussex County – including Delmar, Gumboro, Seaford and Laurel. Vincent is a life-long Sussex Countian and has spent his entire life serving and giving back to his community. He has been on the Council…
Read MoreRep. Rich Collins Constituent Coffee Canceled
Because the July 4th holiday is so near, 41st District Representative Rich Collins has canceled his July Wednesday constituent coffee this week at the Indian River Senior Center at 8am. The next event will be Wednesday, August 7th at 8am.
Read MoreIn Honor of July 4th, Tunnel To Towers Pays off Hilliard Family Mortgage; Beyond the Call EOW Ride in Salisbury Saturday
Before Wicomico County Sheriff’s Deputy First Class Glenn Hilliard was killed in the line of duty in 2022, he and his family had bought and moved into what was to be the family’s forever home in Berlin. Since she lost her husband, Tashica Hilliard has completed nursing school and advocated and testified for tax changes…
Read MoreUPDATE, ARREST MADE: West Rehoboth Hit & Run Destroys Wall Mural
UPDATED – 07/1/24 – Delaware troopers have arrested a suspect for crashing into the mural wall on June 13. On June 26, a 19-year-old man from Rehoboth Beach was taken into custody. He has been charged with traffic offenses related to leaving the scene of a property damage crash. He was released on his own…
Read MoreDover Woman Arrested in Vehicle Stolen from Delaware Park Casino
A Dover woman has been arrested for stealing a vehicle Friday afternoon from the parking lot at Delaware Park Casino. Delaware State Police were called Friday just before 6pm and learned the victim’s black Nissan Altima was stolen while the victim was at the casino. During the investigation, Police learned that a black female suspect,…
Read MoreDSP Arrest Man for Harassment in Stolen Truck at Rehoboth Mall
A Delmar man has been arrested by Delaware State Police after a report of a suspicious person at the Walmart in Rehoboth Beach on Sunday. Police learned that an unknown male had been following the victim around the store causing her to feel uncomfortable. The victim left the store and the suspect got into a…
Read MoreDover Homes & Vehicles Damaged by Gunfire
Four homes and two vehicles were damaged by gunfire Friday night in the Dover area. Dover Police were called to Stevenson Drive in the Manchester Square neighborhood just before 11pm where they learned of the damage. Police say there were no injuries and they have no leads to suspects at this time. If you have…
Read MoreDover PD Investigating at Sky Vape Smoke Shop
Dover Police were called to the Sky Vape Smoke Shop on North DuPont Highway in Dover just before 4 Sunday morning for a burglary. Police found the front glass window and front door had been shattered and that several suspects went into the shop. While inside the suspects removed merchandise and ran off on foot.…
Read MoreDSP Investigating Shots Fired at a Home in Harrington
A shots fired incident east of Harrington is under investigation by the Delaware State Police. Police were called to a home on Yellow Wood Drive just after 6 Sunday night and learned that an unknown suspect fired a shot from an unknown location and struck the home. Two adults and two children were in the…
Read More152nd Delaware General Assembly Ends
The 152nd Delaware General Assembly is in the books. Governor John Carney has signed the FY 2025 Operating Budget, supplemental appropriations bill, Bond Bill and Grant-in-Aid bill. The new fiscal year began at midnight. The $6.1 billion operating budget (SB 325) includes $132 million for state employee and state retiree health costs, $17 million for…
Read MoreLewes Man Seriously Injured after DUI Crash with Lewes-area Residence
Lewes Emergency personnel were called for a vehicle crash just after midnight Sunday morning. Crews arriving at the scene on Route 24 just west of Mulberry Knoll Road found a green Suburban that had driven into a residence. Delaware State Police say the Suburban was driven by a 38 year old Lewes man who was…
Read MoreFriday’s Rough Surf Leads to Spinal Injury in Bethany Beach
What was initially reported as a near drowning in Bethany Beach was found to be a spinal injury. Bethany Beach patrol officials tell the Talk of Delmarva that the patient was conscious and alert as he was being prepared for transport to Shock Trauma in Baltimore. Guards in Bethany Beach on Friday responded to 36…
Read MoreDover Woman Charged with DUI after Crash on Bay Road Early Saturday Morning
A Dover woman was charged after a crash just before 3 o’clock Saturday morning north of Milford. Delaware State Police tell the Talk of Delmarva that a 23 year old woman driving a Jeep Compass was northbound on Bay Road she she went off the roadway and struck a utility pole. Police say the woman…
Read MoreEarly Morning 2 Alarm Fire in Frederica
Frederica firefighters were called for a fire on Thomas Street in Frederica just after 3 this morning. A second alarm was called and crews from multiple neighboring stations responded to assist or provide back up. Firefighters were on the scene for nearly 3 hours and the State Fire Marshal is investigating.
Read MoreBill to Eliminate DE Death Penalty Waiting for Governor’s Signature
Legislation that will eliminate Delaware’s death penalty has been passed by the General Assembly. House Bill 70 passed Thursday in State Senate with a 14 to 7 vote – Democrat Darius Brown voted against the measure with the Delaware Republicans. This measure will make the penalty for a person who is convicted of first-degree murder…
Read MoreOcean View Man Charged with Home Improvement Fraud by Lewes PD
A Lewes resident reported to Lewes Police that he entered into a contract in February to complete construction of a pool and fence. The victim provided a down payment of over $16,000 and never heard back from 45 year old Jeremy Bowen of Delmarva Landscape Solutions and Shoreline Escapes of Ocean View. The victim has…
Read More152nd DE General Assembly Ends Sunday
The State Budget was passed last week along with a supplemental appropriations measure. On Thursday the General Assembly passed the $1.1-billion FY 2025 Bond and Capital Improvements Act. House Bill 475 ensures funding for improvements to Delaware roads, school construction, renovations to state buildings and a variety of other projects across the state. Senate Bill…
Read MoreState Senate Approves Process of Reporting and Calculating Funds Distributed to DE Fire Companies/Departments
Legislation that will simplify the reporting process and provide a new way to calculate the funds distributed to fire companies or departments in Delaware has been passed in both chambers. House Bill 371 was approved by the State House in May – and by the State Senate on Thursday. This measure pertains to how the…
Read MoreHB 275 Passes in DE Senate; Updates Definition of “Sexual Orientation”
With just days left before the end of the Delaware 152nd General Assembly – legislation is still being considered and passed. On Thursday the State Senate passed House Bill 275 which updates the definition of ‘sexual orientation’ throughout Delaware Code. This measure, sponsored by Representative Eric Morrison adds the terms asexuality and pansexuality to the…
Read MoreWicomico County Burn Ban Extended
The Wicomico County Council has extended the burn ban established by the County Executive on June 20th in an effort to ensure the safety and well-being of all residents during the ongoing emergency drought situation. The burn ban will remain in effect for the duration of the emergency as determined by County Executive Julie Giordano.…
Read MoreUPDATED: Delaware DOC Arrest Offender Who Failed to Return from Approved Work Pass
UPDATED – 06/28/24 – An offender from the Sussex Community Corrections Center in Georgetown who failed to return from an approved work pass has been arrested. The Sussex Escapee Recovery Team arrested 43 year old Sylvester Deshields on Thursday. He was arraigned at JP Court 2 and committed to SCI on an Escape after conviction…
Read MoreDE Election Officials Say Permanent Absentee & Early Voting Remain Options for DE Primary & General Elections
After the Delaware Supreme Court reversal of the Delaware Superior Court’s February Opinion on early and permanent absentee voting, the Department of Elections wants Delaware voters to know that permanent absentee voting and early voting options remain in effect and will be offered for the upcoming September 10th Delaware Primary and for the November 5th…
Read MoreMD State Fire Marshal Investigating Fire Set at Denton Walmart
The Maryland State Fire Marshal is looking for information into the intentional fire set at the Walmart in Denton. Caroline County Sheriff’s office was called to the Denton Walmart just before 3pm on Thursday after someone set fire to a rack of clothing inside the store. Employees discovered the fire and extinguished it. The State…
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