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UPDATED: Pedestrian Who Died after Crash on Route 113 in Georgetown Identified
UPDATED–1-10-24–1:00 p.m. –The Delaware State Police have identified 39-year-old Sonya Briddell of Georgetown as the woman who died in the fatal crash that occurred Monday evening in Georgetown. The Delaware State Police Troop 7 Collision Reconstruction Unit continues to investigate this incident. UPDATED – 11am – Delaware State Police are investigating a crash that left a 39…
Read MoreDelDOT: Pedestrian Access Route and Sidewalk Improvement at Various “To Be Determined” Locations in Kent and Sussex Counties
A pedestian access route and sidewalk improvement project in Kent and Sussex Counties aims to convert non-compliant pedestrian facilities to current ADA compliance standards. According to DelDOT, the project will also help fill in missing sidewalk links/connections to enhance pedestrian mobility. The intent is for the work to occur outside of municipal jurisdictions. The locations…
Read MoreInitiatives Seek to Give Delaware Citizens a Voice in One-Sided Rulemaking Process
Three bills will come before the Delaware General Assembly this year that seeks to provide safeguards on what is considered an unrestrained rulemaking authority of the executive branch. State Rep. Rich Collins, the lead sponsor of House Bill 245, says during the recent pandemic, when the executive branch was not responsive to citizens’ concerns, opinions,…
Read More2024 Maryland Legislative Session Underway
In Maryland, today is the start of the 2024 legislative session, which lasts for 90 days until April 8th. The delegates–Delegate Szeliga and Nawrocki — look forward to introducing a package of bills during the session. These bills include legislation combating crime as well as protecting and supporting women. The delegates will also introduce legislative…
Read MoreUPDATE: Power Outages in the Area
UPDATED 1-10-24 11 a.m.–As of about 11:00 a.m., Delmarva Power reports that service has been restored for approximately 48,000 customers following last night’s storm. Crews are working around the clock until all customers have electric service. Due to the extensive impact of this storm, ETRs are currently suspended and will be updated as crews assess…
Read MoreRehoboth to Implement Several Preliminary Traffic & Parking Study Recommendations
In order to address traffic-related concerns, the Rehoboth Beach Board of Commissioners agreed in a special meeting yesterday to move forward with several “immediate focus” recommendations put forward by the Rossi Group as part of its preliminary traffic and parking study report made to commissioners last month. Rossi Group is expected to make its final…
Read MoreFlooding on Roadways in Worcester County
The Worcester County Sheriff’s Office is reporting high water on the following roadways: Nassawango Road from Pennewell Road to Creek Road in Snow Hill, which is closed at this time, as well as Route 12 near the drawbridge. They ask that you use caution in that area. SHA is on the scene. Smaller and lower…
Read MoreSalisbury Man Charged in January 6 Capitol Breach
A Salisbury man has been arrested on charges related to his conduct during the January 6, 2021 incidents. FBI officials arrested 52 year old Carlos Ayala Tuesday on both felony and misdemeanor charges The criminal complaint which is filed in the District of Columbia charges Ayala with civil disorder, a felony and related misdemeanor offenses.…
Read MoreSussex County Council Approves Development of Freeman Property on Route 54 West of Fenwick
The Sussex County Council met Tuesday afternoon with a light agenda. The Council recognized County retiree Susan Wise with a tribute. Wise was a Clerk 4 at the Airport Industrial Park and worked for Sussex County for over 30 years. She was presented with a plaque from the Council for her years of dedication and…
Read MoreDover Man Charged after Burglary Investigation
A Dover man has been arrested after a burglary investigation that began on Saturday afternoon. Dover Police were called to They’re Action Figures around 2:30 and learned that Friday morning around 11 – the suspect entered the business which was unsecured and removed a set of keys on the sales counter and left. Police were…
Read MoreAfternoon Meeting for the Sussex County Council
The Sussex County Council meets Tuesday afternoon – beginning at 1pm. The Council will receive a Fiscal Year End 2023 financial report from Finance Director Gina Jennings and take care of a couple of pieces of Old Business. In the afternoon session there will be four public hearings on Conditional Use applications – all for…
Read MoreRehoboth Commissioners Discuss US Wind Community Benefits Agreement
The Rehoboth Beach Commissioners discussed the possibility of signing onto a Community Benefits Agreement between US Wind and the City of Rehoboth Beach. This agreement would bring a stream of annual payments over a 20-year period worth $2-million. Delaware Development Manager for US Wind, Mike Dunmyer, spoke to the Commissioners about the agreement – as…
Read MoreState Lawmakers Return to Dover & Annapolis this Week
Delaware lawmakers return to Dover Tuesday for the second leg of the 152nd General Assembly session. The State House will convene at 2pm and 37th District Representative-elect Valerie Jones Giltner will take the oath of office. The State Senate will also convene at 2pm. The Senate does have several bills to consider on its first…
Read MoreMilton Man Charged in Shooting Incident in Felton
A Milton man was arrested after a shooting Sunday morning in Felton. Delaware State Police were called to Green Stinger Sports Bar around 1:30 Sunday morning for a shooting in the parking lot and police were told the suspect was in the parking lot pointing a gun at people. Police located the man, identified as…
Read MoreSouth Point Boat Ramp near Berlin Closed for Rehab Work
The Worcester County boat ramp at South Point – at the end of South Point Road near Berlin – is closed for rehabilitation work. This project will include replacing the bulkhead and funding is available through Waterway Improvement Grants from Maryland Department of Natural Resources and assigned designated funds from Worcester County. The boat ramp…
Read MoreFederalsburg Fire Friday – Still Under Investigation
Denton firefighters were called for a residential fire on Iron Gate Road in Federalsburg on Friday afternoon just before 2. Crews arriving at the scene found fire in a single story wood-framed home with an attached carport. The fire was discovered by the occupant and officials say there was a smoke alarm in the home…
Read MoreUPDATED: Emergency Sirens to be Tested at Salisbury University Tuesday
UPDATED – 01/08/24 – The date of SU’s siren testing has been changed. Testing will now take place Tuesday, January 9. ======================================================== Salisbury University is updating its Emergency Alert System. On Monday the University will install new campus sirens. While the sirens are being installed the alarm and voice features may be tested – these…
Read MoreTraffic Stop Leads to 5th Offense DUI Arrest
A computer check on a vehicle registration Saturday night came back as a fictitious tag. Delaware State Police stopped a truck on DuPont Boulevard in Frankford just after 10:30pm and contacted the driver – 47 year old Casey Whitman of Frankford and a 55 year old woman under a blanket in the backseat. While speaking…
Read MoreDE House & Senate Republicans Support Lawsuit to Protect Delawareans’ Right to Worship Freely
The 21 Republican lawmakers in the Delaware General Assembly have signed an amicus curiae brief in a case that was filed against Governor John Carney in December of 2021 that contends he violated federal and state constitutional guarantees for citizens to worship freely. The lawsuit was originally filed in the Court of Chancery and later…
Read MoreUPDATED: Fire Heavily Damages Building East of Georgetown
UPDATED – 01/08/24 – This fire remains under investigation by the State Fire Marshal’s office. While firefighters were on the scene for about 3 hours early Saturday morning, they were called back to the scene twice for what were likely rekindles – just after 8am and around 6pm on Saturday. Fire officials tell the Talk…
Read MoreJanuary 9 is National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day
January 9th, 2024, is Law Enforcement Appreciation Day. The Fraternal Order of Police reports as of Dec. 30st. 124 law enforcement officers have been killed in the line of duty. Now more than ever is time to show our Police that the community supports them. Please show your support by doing any or all of…
Read MoreEllendale Voters Elect 3 New Faces to the Town Council
Voters in Ellendale have opted for change and elected three new members to the Town Council. William Clay Walton was the top vote-getter with 61, Thomas Panas earned 55 votes and Joseph Beck 42. They received the most votes and will be sworn in to the Town Council at their reorganizational meeting. Of the remaining…
Read MoreDelaware Pageant Contestants Fly From Home State for Florida for First Time
For the first time ever, Miss Delaware and Miss Delaware Teen flew commercially for the 2024 Miss America and Miss America Teen pageants, from their home state airport. Emily Beale and Sophia Hughes left the Wilmington Airport aboard an Avelo flight. In the past they have flown from flights originating outside of the First State.…
Read MoreSaturday is Election Day in Ellendale
Voters in Ellendale head to the polls Saturday to elect 3 people to the Town Council. There are 7 candidates – incumbents Cheryl Vogl, Lisa Workman and Patsy Young are challenged by Joseph Beck, Tom Panas, William Clay Walton and former council member Aaron Moore. The polls are open from 1 to 7pm at Town…
Read MoreBayhealth Implements Visitor and Patient Masking Requirements
Bayhealth is experiencing higher than normal patient volumes due to an increase in patients with respiratory illnesses like flu, RSV and Covid-19. They are now requiring masking for patients and visitors at Bayhealth hospitals, outpatient locations and Bayhealth Medical Group practices. Visit Bayhealth.org/Visitation for complete details about masking and visitation guidelines before their next appointment.…
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