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Overnight Fire in Preston, MD Under Investigation
The Maryland State Fire Marshal’s Office is investigating an overnight fire in Preston in Caroline County, Maryland. Fire officials report no deaths or injuries to humans from the blaze, but seven cats and one lamb are unaccounted for at the site. The State Fire Marshal’s office estimates the damage to the wood frame outbuilding to…
Read MoreLegislation Filed in Delaware Would Require Medicaid to Cover Doulas Services
With the aim of reducing pregnancy-related complications and health disparities, particularly in Black women, lawmakers in Delaware have filed a bill that would require Medicaid to cover doula services provided to expectant parents beginning next year. House Majority Whip Melissa Minor-Brown is sponsoring House Bill 80, which would require that doula services be covered by…
Read MoreIncreased Police Patrols to be Conducted in Ocean City, MD Due to St. Patrick’s Day Festivities
If you live in or plan to visit Ocean City, Maryland this week and next, you can expect to see additional Ocean City Police Department officers on patrol, along with Worcester County Sheriff’s Office and Maryland State Police. A collective 84 hours of specialized enforcement will be conducted in the Town of Ocean City from…
Read MoreElevated Risk of Fire Spread in Delaware and Maryland Eastern Shore
The National Weather Service in Mount Holly, New Jersey is issuing a warning about an elevated risk for fire spread this afternoon across much of Delaware and the eastern shore of Maryland. A combination of low relative humidity, a strong northwest wind, and relatively dry fine fuels will contribute to the increased risk. The northwest…
Read MoreEighteen Students from Wicomico Public Schools Named Finalists in 2023 Young Authors’ Contest
After receiving hundreds of submissions from talented writers, the Eastern Shore Literacy Association (ESLA) has announced the finalists in the 2023 Young Authors’ Contest, including 18 students from Wicomico County Public Schools. Placement awards will be announced at the ESLA’s Young Authors’ Award Ceremony, which will take place in Holloway Hall Auditorium at Salisbury University…
Read MoreFire at Home in Salisbury Under Investigation
The Maryland State Fire Marshal’s Office is investigating the cause of a fire that occurred on Hammond Street in Salisbury yesterday afternoon. So far, they know that the blaze started on the back deck of the two story wood frame single family home. No deaths or injuries resulted, but the fire caused thousands of dollars…
Read MoreMaryland Lawmakers Propose Legislation to Combat Violent Crime Crisis
The Joint Republican Caucus in Maryland held a news conference earlier this month to highlight legislation which would help combat Maryland’s violent crime crisis. Maryland Delegate Wayne Hartman (of District 38C–Wicomico and Worcester Counties) tells the Talk of Delmarva 92.7 and 98.5 that one of the key bills that is being proposed is House Bill…
Read MoreSussex County Council Introduces Ordinance to Establish Removal Procedures for Members of Appointed Boards, Commissions, Advisory Committees
The Sussex County Council has introduced an ordinance related to the Removal Procedures for members of appointed boards, commissions and advisory committees. This ordinance was in response to the discussion during the February 28th meeting on the Code of Conduct Rules and Ethics Training and two people, who at the time, had not signed the…
Read MoreHB 1 the Marijuana Bill Passes in the DE House
House Bill 1, which would legalize a personal use quantity of 1 ounce or less of marijuana was voted today in the Delaware House. There was quite a lot of discussion with the bill’s sponsor, Edward Osienski, as well as some Q&A with the past president of the Medical Society of Delaware, Dr David Henderson,…
Read MorePat Emory to Take Over as Director of DNREC Fish and Wildlife
Pat Emory has been named the new Director for DNREC’s Division of Fish and Wildlife. Emory has served his entire career with DNREC – most recently as Director of the Division of Community Affairs. He steps into the seat held by former Director David Saveikis, who has retired after 40 years with DNREC and Director…
Read MoreFire on Cornwall Road in Rehoboth Beach Accidental
Delaware State Fire Marshal has determined a fire that damaged a home on Cornwall Road at the Rehoboth Beach Yacht & Country Club this morning was accidental. Rehoboth Beach firefighters were called just after 10am and found smoke and fire coming from a two story home. The residents were home at the time and able…
Read MoreTall Crane Arrives to Begin Off-Peak, Under-Bridge Utility Work on Bay Bridge
If you travel the Bay Bridge – you’ll see a tall crane that will begin under-bridge utility work this month in preparation for the bridge deck replacement on the eastbound span this fall. This under-bridge work will be done during off-peak hours and will result in some off-peak lane closures, but traffic impacts are expected…
Read MoreMSP Trooper and 2 Others Injured in Salisbury Crash on Rt 13 Bypass
A crash on the Route 13 bypass Monday morning around 7:30 injured three – including a Maryland State Trooper. MSP report the trooper was driving a departmental vehicle when he crashed into stopped traffic in the southbound lanes near St Lukes Road in Salisbury. Both lanes were shut down while a tow truck worked to…
Read MoreOceans Calling to Announce Lineup March 14th
After last year’s Oceans Calling debut was blown away by a nor’easter – this year’s three day concert and festival is set for September 29th through October 1st. However on Tuesday March 14th Oceans Calling will announce this year’s line up – and the ticket pre-sale is begins at 10am Thursday, March 16th. The three…
Read MoreNearly $40,000 in “Free Money” Paid to DE529 Education Savings Plan Accounts
Delaware’s “First State, First Steps” program has been extended until at least the end of June of this year. This is a pilot incentive program for Delawareans offering a $100 contribution to a new DE-5-2-9 Education Savings Plan account. In the past 6 months $37,700 has been added to those accounts, which gives 377 young…
Read MoreUPDATED: Fiery Magnolia-area Crash Leaves 1 Dead and 2 Injured
UPDATED – 03/06/23 – The Delaware State Police have identified the man who died in a collision that occurred in Magnolia on February 24 as 78 year old Edward Campbell of North East, Maryland. ================================================================= A crash Friday night just before 7:30 near Magnolia has left one person dead. Delaware State Police say a minivan…
Read MoreSussex County Council to Meet – at 12:30pm Tuesday
The Sussex County Council will meet on Tuesday, but the meeting will not begin until 12:30pm. County Attorney Everett Moore will discuss an ordinance related to the removal procedures for members of appointed boards, commissions and advisory committees. This comes after a suggestion from Councilman Doug Hudson during last week’s discussion on the Code of…
Read MoreSunday Morning Pocomoke House Fire Ruled Accidental
A fire on Cedar Hall Road in Pocomoke City Sunday has been ruled accidental by the Worcester County Fire Marshal. Pocomoke firefighters were called around 7:45 Sunday morning and found smoke and fire coming from the second floor. A resident and dog were rescued from the home and one firefighter was injured while battling the…
Read MoreDo More 24 DE Raises over $2.3-million for DE Non-profits
Last week’s 24 hour Do More 24 Delaware raised over $2.3-million for nearly 600 First State non-profits. The period from 6pm Thursday through 6pm Friday saw more than 15,000 donations made during the fund-raising marathon – which makes the non-profits eligible to earn a portion of $625,000 in matching gifts and cash prizes donated by…
Read More18 Police Recruits Graduate from Dover Municipal Police Academy
Eighteen recruits from 13 Delaware Police agencies have graduated from the Dover Municipal Police Academy. The 21-week training academy ended with a graduation ceremony at Dover High School on Friday. Speakers at the ceremony included Lieutenant Governor of Delaware Bethany Hall-Long, Attorney General Kathleen Jennings, City of Dover City of Dover Mayor Robin Christiansen, and…
Read MoreHogan Says No to 2024 Presidential Run
After months of speculation – former Maryland Governor Larry Hogan has made a decision on the 2024 Presidential race. He will NOT be a candidate. Hogan announced his decision in a an op-ed this morning in the New York Times. Governor Larry Hogan today issued the following statement: “I truly appreciate all those around the…
Read MoreDE State Fire Marshal Investigating Greenwood Fire
Greenwood firefighters were called for a residential fire just after 10 Friday night. When crews arrived at the Hickman Road they found a single story home with fire showing. Multiple fire companies assisted or provided back up and were on the scene for over 2 ½ hours. The State Fire Marshal is investigating.
Read MoreUnderweight Harp Seal Rescued From North Shores Beach by MERR Officials
A young male harp seal was rescued by officials from the Marine Education, Research & Rehabilitation (MERR) Institute in Lewes last week on the beach at North Shores in Rehoboth Beach. A passerby spotted the seal rolling on its back, which officials say could be caused by a lice infection, and contacted MERR. MERR found…
Read MoreUPDATED: Millville Council Election
UPDATED – 03/05/23 – Millville went to the polls Saturday to choose 3 council members from a field of six candidates. The Coastal Point reports that incumbent Sharon Brienza and newcomer Joseph Parent were the top vote-getters in Saturday’s election with 288 and 287 votes respectively. For the third open seat – incumbents Barbara Ryer…
Read MoreThree Delaware Small Towns Make Family Destinations Guide
Vacationing in small towns can be a refreshing change of pace from traditional destinations according to Family Destinations Guide. Delaware had two towns place in their America’s Top 150 Small Towns for Families – with Clayton at #54, Bowers Beach at #118 and historic Odessa at #136. Other Delmarva locations making the list – in…
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