A WGMD Local News Article
Two Arrested in NJ after Attempted Robberies in Dover & Smyrna
Arrest warrants have been issued for two suspects after an attempted robbery the Cricket Wireless on North DuPont Highway in Dover on Thursday. Dover Police received a hold up alarm at the store just before 11am but the suspects could not be located. Investigation revealed that two black men entered the store – one armed…
Read MoreDover Man Faces Drug Charges after Traffic Stop near Hartly
A Dover man has been arrested on drug offenses after a traffic stop Thursday afternoon in Hartly. A State Trooper spotted a scooter traveling eastbound in the westbound lane on Judith Road. The Trooper contacted the driver, 31 year old Trevor Thompson, who granted consent for a pat-down. The Trooper felt a large item in…
Read MoreDNREC Regulation Changes for Summer Flounder & Scup Begin Saturday
Beginning Saturday changes to the recreational fishing regulations for summer flounder and scup will go into effect. For summer flounder, the size limit will remain at 16-inches from January 1st through May 31st and then increases to 17.5-inches from June 1st through December 31st. The possession limit will remain at 4 throughout the year. The…
Read MoreMotor Vehicle Crash on Camp Arrowhead Road
A motor vehicle crash in Angola this afternoon left one person hospitalized. The Rehoboth Beach Volunteer Fire Company was dispatched to the scene of the crash on Camp Arrowhead Road. A pickup truck ran off the road and struck a tree. DSP Helicopter flew one person to Christiana Hospital. Units on the scene included Rehoboth…
Read MoreKent County Couple Sentenced to Life in Prison for Abusing Their Children
A Kent County couple will effectively spend their lives in prison for the serial abuse and torture of their children, according to an announcement today by Attorney General Kathy Jennings. A Superior Court judge sentenced 46-year-old Mary Vinson and 37-year-old Charles Vinson to 106 years and 49 years in prison, respectively. The Vinsons were convicted…
Read MoreDNREC Opens Youth Environmental Summit
The Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control (DNREC) once again joined Delaware’s Youth Environmental Summit (YES!), with Secretary Shawn M. Garvin delivering the opening plenary to kick off the 2024 event. The student-led conference, sponsored by DNREC, was held today at the University of Delaware’s Clayton Hall Conference Center in Newark. Secretary Garvin says he…
Read MoreHouse Majority Leadership Files Amendment to Add Protections for Early Voting to Senate Bill 3
Building on earlier efforts to expand voting rights, lawmakers in Delaware filed an amendment to Senate Bill 3 today ahead of the bill’s consideration in the House chamber. The amendment would add additional protections for early voting to Delaware’s constitution–specifically by requiring the state to offer in person early voting for 10 days before a general, primary…
Read MoreJustice of the Peace Court 3 in Georgetown to Change Hours of Operation
Effective March 3rd, Justice of the Peace Court 3 in Georgetown, Delaware, will be reducing its hours as part of a pilot program to optimize the use of judicial resources at the Justice of the Peace court. The court will be open from 6:00 a.m. – midnight daily and will be staffed with judicial officers…
Read MoreMajor Cybersecurity Event Impacting Health Care, Pharmacy Operations
In light of a cybersecurity attack earlier this month experienced by one of the nation’s largest health care companies, there have been delays impacting operations, including payments and insurance transactions. Change Healthcare is a subsidiary of UnitedHealth Group that also operates as Optum Solutions. Delaware Insurance Commissioner Trinidad Navarro says the implications of this cyberattack…
Read MoreDelmarva Farmers Find New Use for Leftover Produce
Farmers with leftover produce or “seconds” in Delmarva now have another option for use thanks to the Society of St. Andrew, the largest gleaning agency in the country. The mission of the Society of St. Andrew brings people together to harvest and share healthy food, reduce food waste, and build caring communities by offering nourishment…
Read MoreDelaware State Parks Fee Season Begins Friday, March 1st
The Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control (DNREC)Â reminds visitors to Delaware State Parks that 2024 entrance fees will be in effect starting tomorrow–Friday, March 1st and continuing through Nov. 30th. State park entrance fees for vehicles registered in Delaware are $4 at inland parks and $5 at ocean parks. Fees for out-of-state vehicles…
Read More2024 Wicomico Spelling Bee Champions to Compete March 2nd in Maryland Eastern Shore Regional Spelling Bee at UMES
Wicomico County school spelling bee champions selected through competition at the school level will now compete in the 2024 Maryland Eastern Shore Regional Spelling Bee at the University of Maryland Eastern Shore in Princess Anne on Saturday, March 2nd. The winner of the regional bee will be the area’s representative at the Scripps National Spelling…
Read MoreUPDATE: Three Arrested for Overnight Home Invasion and Shooting in Dover February 14th
UPDATED 2-29-24: Arrests have been made in connection with a home invasion that happened on Old Forge Drive in Dover in the overnight hours on February 14th that left a 31-year-old man injured. Police arrested 27-year-old Jaymere Lewis of Smyrna, as well as 30-year-old Emory Cannon and 30-year-old Morris Savage–both of Dover, on Home Invasion…
Read MoreMass Assemblies to be Held Saturday in Delaware and Across the Nation to Address Poverty Issue
On Saturday, March 2nd at noon, the Poor People’s Campaign: A National Call for Moral Revival will march and rally in state capitals across the country, bringing the demands of poor and low-wealth people for living wages, healthcare, housing, education, environmental justice, and voting rights directly to our lawmakers. Many churches and organizations in Delaware…
Read MoreDelaware State Treasurer to End Her Campaign for Congress in Delaware
State Treasurer Colleen Davis has decided to end her campaign for Congress in Delaware, as she and her family have gone through a difficult time recently. She mentioned her father’s ongoing illness and her own health-related concerns as well. While the state treasurer is recovering well, she has adjusted her priorities at this time–with family…
Read MoreDNREC to Close The Point at Cape Henlopen for Beach-Nesting Season
The Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control (DNREC) will close The Point at Cape Henlopen State Park, including a stretch of ocean and bay beach, Friday, March 1st. The Point’s nesting habitat on the ocean side will reopen to the public September 1st. The bayside beach will remain closed until October 1st for use…
Read More$5.5M Project at Cape May Airport to Benefit Business Community
Construction is expected to begin next month on a third commercial, multi-tenant light industrial building at the Cape May Airport, thanks to approval of funding by Delaware River and Bay Authority Commissioners. The project, which costs an estimated $5.5 million, is anticipated to be completed in late Spring of 2025. This building will join two…
Read MoreDelDOT Traffic Alert: Muddy Neck Road and Double Bridges Road Paving and Rehab Project
DelDOT has announced lane closures that are now in effect in the Ocean View area– on Muddy Neck Road from Garfield Parkway to Atlantic Avenue and Double Bridges Road from Bayard Road to Muddy Neck Road. The lane closures will remain in place until May 1st. Pedestrian connections will be completed first, followed by milling and…
Read MoreUPDATE: Missing Wicomico County Woman Located
UPDATED 2-28-24: Trisha Tyler has been safely located. Maryland State Police thanks everyone who assisted in this effort. Previous Post: Your help is needed to locate a missing Wicomico County woman. Maryland State Police say 29 year old Trisha Nichole Tyler who was last seen on January 26th in Pittsville. Tyler is white, 5′ 4”…
Read MoreSt. Patrick’s Parade & Festival in Ocean City, MD Returns Saturday, March 16th
Ocean City will be aglow in green at next month’s St. Patrick’s Parade and Festival, sponsored by the Delmarva Irish American Club. The event will be held Saturday, March 16th, and according to the Town of Ocean City is sure to be bigger and better than ever. The event, which began in 1980, has grown to…
Read MoreUPDATED: Sussex County Council Paid Tribute to Retiree Fred Haas
UPDATED – 02/27/24 – 6pm – The Sussex County Council had a late start due to a shorter than usual agenda. The Council recognized retiree Fred Haas, who has spent 23 years with the County’s Emergency Medical Services – most recently as the Shift Commander, Health and Safety Officer. He thanked the Council and the…
Read MoreVIDEO: AG Jennings to Appeal Superior Court Ruling on Voting
Attorney General Kathy Jennings has announced that she will appeal the of Superior Court voting ruling, vows support for constitutional amendment. The Department of Justice will move to appeal a Superior Court judge’s ruling curtailing voting rights, and will support legislative efforts to pass constitutional amendments expanding and enshrining voting rights, Attorney General Kathy Jennings…
Read MoreOceans Calling Festival Entertainment Announced
The Oceans Calling Festival returns to the Beach and Boardwalk in Ocean City September 27 – 29th this year. The 2024 lineup of artists has just been posted. For more tickets or information – go to Oceanscallingfestival.com
Read MoreBeware of Medicare Card Scammers
Scammers are working hard to get Seniors to give up their Medicare information. People are getting phone calls asking if you’ve gotten your NEW PLASTIC Medicare card – which come complete with chips, a metal or plastic coating or other features. This is a scam. ALL MEDICARE CARDS ARE PAPER. The scammers will ask you…
Read More3rd Annual “State of the State of Corrections” Summit and Resource Fair Wednesday
The 3rd Annual State of the State of Corrections Summit and Resource Fair will take place Wednesday at the Route 9 Library & Innovation Center in New Castle. The Resource Fair runs from 4 to 8pm and the panel discussion, which will focus on the impact of policies and available resources for people navigating the…
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