A WGMD Local News Article
Maryland Highway Crews Preparing for Winter Storm
The Maryland State Highway Administration is pre-treating state-maintained highways in advance of the approaching winter storm. Drivers are encouraged to curtail travel during the storm to allow crews the space to effectively and efficiently treat the roads. This winter storm is expected to begin impacting travel this evening into tomorrow morning.  State Highway Administration crews are carefully monitoring the track of the storm. Additional Information from the Maryland…
Read MoreDVFA Purchases Smoke Detectors for Giveaway at DE Volunteer Fire Companies
Every Delaware Volunteer Fire Company as well as the City of Wilmington Fire Department has been stocked with smoke detectors for Delawareans who need them. In 2023, 14 people died in fires in Delaware and 80% of them did not have a working smoke detector in their home. The Delaware Volunteer Firefighters Association used money…
Read MoreDeer Hunting Shotgun Season Open thru January 21st
Shotgun season for deer is now open in Delaware through January 21st . This is also called General Firearm season – which means shotguns, muzzleloaders, handguns, authorized straight-walled pistol-caliber rifles and archery equipment can be used. Remember – Sunday deer hunting is permitted on private lands, with landowner permission, and on designated publicly-owned lands. Shotguns,…
Read MoreDover Man Arrested for Outstanding Warrants
A stop for a traffic violation by Felton Police resulted in the arrest of a wanted man. Felton Police say they made the stop Tuesday, January 2nd in the area of Turkey Point Road. They contacted the driver who was identified as 51 year old Jude Cotherie of Dover. Investigation showed Cotherie was wanted on…
Read MoreLewes Man Charged with Burglary
A Lewes man has been arrested in connection with a burglary and other offenses Friday evening. Delaware State Police were called to Clemantis Street following reports of trespassing. Homeowners who were checking on their second residence found an unknown man in their home – who left the scene before police arrived. He left behind three…
Read MoreCrash Near Bishopville Leaves 1 Dead & 1 Injured
The Worcester County Sheriff’s office is investigating a single vehicle crash on Selby Road in Bishopville. Deputies were called around 10:30 Friday night. Deputies located a vehicle that went off the roadway in bad weather and struck a tree. Deputies say the vehicle sustained extensive damage. The driver, Liam Strum was taken to Tidal Health…
Read MoreFire Damages Fitness Center at Plantations in Lewes
The State Fire Marshal is investigating a fire Friday night that damaged a commercial building in Lewes. Lewes firefighters were called around 9pm to the Plantations Boulevard – and found smoke and fire coming from the Dave Marshall Tennis and Fitness Center. Multiple fire companies were called to provide assistance or backup. The investigation has…
Read MoreSearch Warrant At Dover Day Care Leads To Drug & Firearms Arrest
Two Dover residents have been arrested after a search warrant was executed Thursday at the Little Peoples LFCC 2 on Roosevelt Avenue in Dover. The Dover Police Drug, Vice and Organized Crime Unit conducted a drug investigation at the residence which is operated as a daycare. Police arrested 33 year old Cameron Christmas and 29…
Read MoreDNREC to Hold Managed Deer Hunt at Cape Henlopen State Park
Next Tuesday and Wednesday, January 16th and 17th DNREC will close a section of Cape Henlopen State Park to accommodate a managed deer hunt. This managed hunt is open to anyone with a valid Delaware hunting license and a Delaware State Parks hunting permit (https://destateparks.com/Adventures/Hunting). There will be two sessions each day and open stands…
Read MoreFormer Wilmington Councilman; Father of Congressman Lisa Blunt Rochester Died Thursday
Theodore Blunt was an educator and served 16 years on the Wilmington City Council and 8 years as the City Council President. He’s also the father of Congresswoman Lisa Blunt Rochester. Blunt died at his Wilmington home Thursday at the age of 80. Statement from the Blunt family: Today, the family of the Honorable Theodore…
Read MoreMarion Station Fire Thursday – Accidental
A fire Thursday evening in Marion Station has been ruled accidental by the Maryland State Fire Marshal’s office. Marion Station firefighters were called to Charles Cannon Road around 7pm where they found fire in a one story home with a detached garage. The fire was discovered by the occupants of the Somerset County home. Investigation…
Read MoreCaroline County Traffic Stop Leads to Drug Arrest
Caroline County Sheriff’s office was conducting traffic enforcement on Federalsburg Highway in Denton on January 3rd and stopped a vehicle that was speeding. After a brief pursuit, the driver, Camron Georgia of Grasonville, pulled over and surrendered to deputies. A K9 alerted during a scan of the vehicle and a search turned up two handguns…
Read More2023 Saw Fewer Deadly Crashes in Delaware
DelDOT officials report there were fewer fatal crashes on Delaware roads in 2023 than in 2022. There were 137 fatalities last year, compared to 164 in 2022 and the numbers are lower across the board – a 13% reduction in pedestrian fatalities, 29% reduction in bicycle deaths and a 32% reduction in motorcycle fatalities. While…
Read MoreSection of Lake Street in Salisbury Closed for Water Main Break
Salisbury officials report that a section of Lake Street is closed Friday to repair a water main break. The Department of Waterworks Utilities division will repair a water main on the 500 block of Lake Street. The roadway will be impassable from West Isabella Street to Mack Avenue – this includes all through traffic and…
Read MoreCustomers to See Power Cost Increase in Milford Next Month
Customers will see the new rate on City of Milford utility bills in February. This power cost increase is primarily due to a Delaware Municipal Electric Corporation (DEMEC) budget adjustment. The passthrough results in a 4.8 percent increase in electric bills for the average household and small business accounts in Milford. Commercial accounts in Milford…
Read MoreUS Wind to Meet with Bethany Beach Friday
US Wind will hold a meeting in Bethany Beach on Friday. The purpose of that meeting is twofold: first to review and discuss a contract for “Community Benefits” being offered to Delaware’s coastal communities by the US Wind Corporation. This Community Benefits Package includes a stream of annual payments over twenty years, worth two million…
Read MoreSmyrna Man Arrested for Gun and Drug Offenses Following Traffic Stop in Dover
Delaware State Police have arrested a Smyrna man for gun and drug offenses following a search warrant and traffic stop on Route 13 near Bally’s Casino in Dover. The search warrant was obtained following a several weeks-long drug investigation of 32-year-old Eric Sartin, Jr. of Smyrna, who was suspected of distribution of narcotics. Sartin was taken into…
Read MoreGovernor Moore Issues Executive Order Establishing Cross-Governmental Task Force to Combat Workplace FraudÂ
Governor Wes Moore this week signed an executive order to renew and expand a cross-governmental task force dedicated to strengthening investigations and enforcement of laws regarding workplace fraud. Governor Moore says this order will help ensure that employees receive the pay and benefits they’ve earned while driving fair competition in the private sector. The nine-member Joint…
Read MorePower Outages Still Affecting Residents In Aftermath of Storm
Delmarva Power (Delmarva Connect) and the Delaware Emergency Management Agency (DEMA) are reporting that almost 3,000 customers were still without power as of 10:30 this morning. Service is estimated to be restored to Delmarva Power customers by 11:00 p.m. on Friday. You can get updates by texting ADD OUTAGE to 67972. For more information, go…
Read MoreUPDATE: Roads Mainly Clear After This Week’s Storm Caused Flooding in Fenwick Island
UPDATE 1-11-24 –11:20 a.m.–Fenwick Island Mayor Natalie Magdeburger tells the Talk of Delmarva that the road conditions are much better today than yesterday, as much of the water on the roadways has been drained. You might find some puddles here and there but nothing that will impede driving. Earlier Post: This week’s storm caused extensive…
Read MoreQuarterfinalists Announced for Wicomico Teacher of the Year
Educators from throughout Wicomico County Public Schools have been named quarterfinalists for 2024-2025 Wicomico Teacher of the Year. By the end of the school day this Friday, one quarterfinalist from each school, and one teacher from Special Programs, will be named as a semifinalist for Wicomico Teacher of the Year. Semifinalists will go on to…
Read MoreSection of Preston Street in Salisbury Closed Today to Repair Water Main Break
In Salisbury, the Department of Waterworks Utilities Division is repairing a water main today at the intersection of Preston Street and Truitt Street. Preston Street will be impassable from Truitt Street to Liberty Street. This includes all through traffic and emergency vehicles. Work began about 9 a.m. and will conclude around 4:30 p.m. barring any…
Read MoreGovernor Carney Expands Opportunities for Careers in State GovernmentÂ
Prospective employees will find an easier path into the state workforce thanks to expanded opportunities announced by Governor John Carney. The State of Delaware has implemented changes to mandatory bachelor’s degree requirements, among other criteria, for several state job positions. The Delaware Department of Human Resources (DHR) recently removed the bachelor’s degree requirement for critical positions within the Department of…
Read MoreCommissioner Marty Rendon files for 14th State Representative Seat
Commissioner Marty Rendon of the Delaware Human and Civil Rights Commission today officially filed his candidacy for Delaware’s 14th Representative District. He previously had announced for the seat on August 16, 2023. Rendon has served on the Commission for four years and is Chair of the Commission’s Legislative Committee. Issues of key concern for Rendon include addressing environmental concerns, working to remedy…
Read MoreUPDATE: Roads in Salisbury Closed Due to Flooding
UPDATED 1-10-24; 3:15 p.m.–Due to rising tides and runoff from last night’s storm, the City of Salisbury has closed several streets in the downtown area. The intersection of Baptist and Main is closed in all four directions. East Market Street is closed between Baptist and Poplar Hill Streets. And Market Street is closed West of…
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