A WGMD Local News Article
Gov Moore Signs State of Preparedness Declaration in Advance of Heatwave
Last week, Maryland Governor Wes Moore signed a State of Preparedness declaration ahead of the heatwave that’s now gripping Delmarva. This declaration directs the Maryland Department of Emergency Management to coordinate the comprehensive preparation of State government ahead of potential impacts because of the extreme heat and humidity. According to the National Weather Service, record…
Read MoreBurn Ban Now In Effect in Worcester County
The Worcester County Fire Marshal has issued a burn ban – effective immediately. This ban applies to all outdoor ignition sources – with the exception of proper use of gas and charcoal grills, campfires at the County’s commercial, State and Federal campgrounds, permitted official Ocean City bonfires, private property recreational campfires that are limited to…
Read MoreGas Prices Hold Steady Ahead of Holiday Travel – for Now
A cool down of gas prices that began a few weeks ago continues. The national price at the pump remained unchanged from last week at $3.45 per gallon thanks to lackluster demand and plentiful supplies. In Delaware the price at the pump is down 3 cents in the past week at $3.46. Officials at AAA…
Read MoreEaston Man Charged in Sexual Abuse of a Minor
An Easton man has been arrested for the sexual abuse of a minor. Easton Police arrested 36 year old Carlos Perez Aldana on charges of sex abuse of a minor, 4th degree sex offense, false imprisonment and 4 counts of 2nd degree assault after a joint investigation by Easton Police and the Talbot County Department…
Read MoreDE Unemployment Rates Steady
The unemployment rate for Sussex County in May remained steady from April at 3.8% and the statewide rate remained steady from April at 3.9% while the national rate increased from 3.9% to 4% in May. The largest increases in over-the-year job growth since May of 2023 was in the Private Education and Health Services sector…
Read MoreCambridge Home Damaged by Fire
A 2-alarm fire in a Cambridge home was ruled accidental by the Maryland State Fire Marshal. Rescue Fire Company was called to a home on Robbins Street around 1:30 on Thursday and found fire in a 1 ½ story single family home. Firefighters brought the fire under control in about an hour – and investigators…
Read MoreTwo New Judges Confirmed by DE Senate; Two Reappointed
The Delaware State Senate has confirmed two judicial nominations. On Thursday the Senate confirmed the nomination of Thomas Pedersen to serve as Court of Common Pleas Judge in Sussex County and Candace Holmes to serve as Family Court Commissioner in Kent County. The State Senate also confirmed the reappointment of Family Court Judge Mardi Pyott…
Read MoreFY 2025 Budget Approved by DE General Assembly
The Delaware General Assembly passed the FY 2025 budget Thursday afternoon. The $6.1-billion budget (Senate Bill 325) was passed in the State Senate with a 20 to 0 vote with Senator Brian Pettyjohn absent. Then later in the State House the measure was passed with a 38 to 3 vote – with Representatives Rich Collins,…
Read MoreGeorge Thorogood to Receive UD’s Medal of Distinction
Rocker George Thorogood will receive the University of Delaware’s Medal of Distinction Friday afternoon. Thorogood, who is a Delaware native, played his first public performance in 1973 at a small bandstand in Lane Hall – a UD residence hall. The Medal of Distinction is awarded by the Board of Trustees – and is the University’s…
Read MoreUPDATED: DSP Investigating Road Rage Incident Near Smyrna
UPDATED – 06/21/24 – An investigation into a road rage incident Saturday night near Smyrna is continuing by Delaware State Police. Police say a Pennsylvania woman was northbound on State Route 1 with her 2-year-old child in the rear passenger seat, when a white SUV began drifting into her lane. Police say she honked to…
Read MoreHarrington Man Arrested by Lewes Police for Stealing Camping Trailer
In a joint investigation with Detectives from the Delaware State Police Troop 4, The LewesPolice Department has identified and arrested 53-year-old Paul Rowan of Harrington for a theft of a camping trailer on June 13th. The theft occurred on Kings Highway. Rowan was charged with Felony Theft, Criminal Mischief and Criminal Trespass 3rd Degree, and…
Read MoreNew System of Accountability Announced in Maryland Pertaining to Sexual Assault Evidence Kits
Governor Wes Moore and Attorney General Anthony Brown today announced the launch of a new online system in the state of Maryland to help survivors of sexual assault track evidence anonymously… Governor Moore at the news conference earlier added that this new system will hold law enforcement accountable for effectively and efficiently processing evidence. The…
Read MoreDelaware Mosquito Control Plans Insecticide Applications This Evening
Weather permitting; the Delaware Mosquito Control Section plans insecticide application(s) in and near Fenwick Island during this evening–Thursday, June 20th. Spraying will be done to control adult mosquitoes near Selbyville, Frankford, Dagsboro, Millsboro, Georgetown, and Milton. Additional Information from DNREC–Mosquito Control: Application of Zenivex E4 (Etofenprox) with a truck-mounted sprayer to control adult mosquitoes in the following areas:…
Read MoreBeat the Peak Alert for Choptank Electric Cooperative Members
Updated for 06/20/24: Choptank Electric Cooperative has issued a Beat the Peak alert for today between 3:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m. Previous Post on 06/19/24: Choptank Electric Cooperative has issued a Beat the Peak alert for today between 3:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m. The Co-op recommends giving your thermostat a break and delaying use of…
Read MoreEarly Morning House Fire in Cambridge Ruled Accidental
A house fire occurred early this morning on Stone Boundary Road in Cambridge, Dorchester County. The fire at the 1,400 Square Foot structure was ruled accidental and occurred due to open flames/smoking materials in close proximity of combustible materials. According to the Maryland Office of the State Fire Marshal, the blaze started inside–in the living room around 5 a.m.…
Read MoreAAA Projects Increase in July 4th Week Travel in 2024 Over 2019
AAA projects 70.9 million travelers will head 50 miles or more from home over the Independence Day holiday travel period. This year’s projected number of travelers for that time period is a 5% increase compared to 2023 and an 8% increase over 2019. AAA Spokeswoman Jana Tidwell says this July 4th week is anticipated to be the busiest…
Read MoreUnited States Brings Federal False Claims Act Suit Against Pain Management Practice and Its Principal
U.S. Attorney David C. Weiss announced today that the United States has filed a civil complaint against the Center for Interventional Pain and Spine, LLC (“CIPS”) and its principal, Dr. Chee H. Woo, in the United States District Court for the District of Delaware. CIPS and Dr. Woo are accused of violating the False Claims Act…
Read MoreWoman Sues Oblates for Rape at Age 10
A new lawsuit has been filed under the Maryland Child Victim’s Act of 2023 against the Oblates of St. Francis de Sales. The case was filed in Delaware Superior Court as the Oblates’ local province is headquartered in Wilmington. 74-year-old Joyce Harper sued the Oblates, under the Maryland Child Victims Act of 2023 for alleged…
Read MoreDorchester County Public Schools Select New Superintendent
Following a national search, The Board of Education of Dorchester County announced earlier this month the selection of Dr. Jymil Thompson as Superintendent of Dorchester County Public Schools. Dr. Thompson has been serving as Interim Superintendent since March 2nd. Board President Mr. Mike Diaz said, Dr. Thompson stood out as the best fit for Dorchester…
Read MoreSmyrna Man Arrested for 7th DUI Offense After Crash in Hartly
Delaware State Police have arrested a 53-year-old Smyrna man for his 7th felony DUI offense following a crash in which he and a 45-year-old passenger were injured. The crash happened in Hartly on Tuesday afternoon. Troopers responded to the scene of an overturned Isuzu Rodeo on Slaughter Station Road. The injuries to Paul Rowan and…
Read MoreSenators Coons, Carper Applaud Senate Passage of Fire Grants and Safety Act to Help Delaware Fire Departments Access Funding
Senator Chris Coons applauds the Senate’s passage of the Fire Grants and Safety Act, which will help local fire departments access funding for training, personnel, and equipment. Several of the grant programs funded in the bill are particularly important to small and volunteer fire departments. Senator Coons says local departments in Delaware and across the country are struggling to meet…
Read MoreElectronic Speed Safety Program to Begin in I-95 at Route 896 Construction Zone
For those of you planning to travel north this summer, efforts that will address construction zone driving and safety issues will begin next month in the Newark area. DelDOT in partnership with the Delaware State Police, announces that starting Monday, July 8th, the Electronic Speed Safety Program (ESSP) will be active in the I-95/Route 896…
Read MoreSenate Passes Nuclear Energy Bill– the ADVANCE Act
Bipartisan legislation to support the development and deployment of new nuclear technologies now heads to the President’s desk. The Accelerating Deployment of Versatile, Advanced Nuclear for Clean Energy (ADVANCE) Act passed the Senate with a vote of 88-2. Senator Tom Carper calls it a major victory for our climate and American energy security, adding that…
Read MoreLegislation Pertaining to Noise Control and Barking Dogs Passes DE House
Legislation pertaining to noise control and enforcement of laws for protection and control of animals and barking dogs is now awaiting consideration in the Senate Elections & Government Affairs Committee. House Amendment 1 to House Bill 124, whose primary sponsor is State Representative Eric Morrison, has passed the Delaware House. This Amendment excludes service dogs…
Read MoreDE House Passes Griffith Bill to Create Family Justice Centers
The Delaware House has passed legislation that would provide a more holistic and streamlined approach to addressing the needs of victims and their families. Sponsored by Representative Krista Griffith and Senator Nicole Poore, House Bill 340 would pave the way for the creation of Family Justice Centers, bringing together a multi-disciplinary team of professionals in a centralized location to offer…
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