A WGMD Local News Article
USPS Hosts Job Fair Wed. at Millsboro Post Office
The United States Postal Service makes a special delivery in Millsboro Wednesday: a job fair between 11:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. at the Millsboro Post Office, 100 Main Street. Positions at that facility and other surrounding post offices are open and available to be filled. The initiative is part of a 10-year plan “Delivering for…
Read MoreCrash Closes Portion of Shiloh Church Rd.
A stretch of Shiloh Church Road east of Laurel has been closed because of a serious personal injury crash. According to Delaware State Police, the crash occurred at about 7:00 a.m. Shiloh Church Road was closed between Johnson Road and East Trap Pond Road for emergency response vehicles at the scene. State Police said the…
Read MoreAssistant Principal Honored For Life-Saving Actions
Heroic actions of a school administrator have been recognized in Wicomico County.The assistant principal of James M. Bennett High School, Jason Capobianco, performed the Heimlich maneuver on a student who was choking and went limp during as a school lunch late in the year.The item was dislodged and the student began breathing again after about…
Read MoreBrush Fire Breaks Out Adjacent to Baywood
A brush fire in the Long Neck area scorched about two acres of high-grass, brush and pine trees on Independence Day.Members of the Indian River Volunteer Fire Company and Rehoboth Beach Volunteer Fire Company responded Monday afternoon to the area of John J. Williams Highway and Greens Way, next to Baywood Greens. Crews works to…
Read MoreWhy Are Certain Vehicles Being Targeted For Theft?
Owners of specific vehicle makes and models are being warned of a theft ring in Dover.According to Dover Police, there have been at least five recent incidents of attempted or successful vehicle thefts targeting Hyundai Elantras and Sonatas from model years 2015-2017. A suspect or suspects have been hot-wiring the vehicles. Police also said the…
Read MoreWGMD/WUSX “Declaration of Independence”
Ocean City Keeps The Celebration Going With Music, Fireworks Tue. July 5th
Tuesday, July 5th presents another opportunity to celebrate Independence Day in Ocean City. Locals and vacationers are advised to expect congestion and parking restrictions Tuesday: Advisories from the Town of Ocean City: July 5th: American Idol Star Jay Copeland Concert at Northside Park. We would like to notify our residents and visitors that there will…
Read More4th of July Blast in Ocean Pines
The Ocean Pines Recreation and Parks Department will once again host a 4th of July fireworks celebration at Veterans Memorial Park on Route 589 and Cathell Road. Â From the Ocean Pines Association: The event this year is scheduled from 5-8:45 p.m. on Monday, July 4, with carnival games, dry slides and bounce houses for…
Read MoreFire Heavily Damages Barn in Salisbury
The Maryland State Fire Marshal’s Office is investigating a fire that swept through a wood-framed barn on Farmers Market Road in Salisbury. The blaze was reported Friday at about 7:52 p.m. by someone who was passing by. About 40 firefighters with the Salisbury Fire Department had the fire under control in about 45 minutes. No…
Read MoreWorcester Co. Invites Interested Applicants For Police Accountability Boards
The Worcester County Commissioners are inviting local residents to come forward if they are interested in serving on three new civilian police accountability boards.Under a new state law, the Maryland Police Accountability Act replaces the Law Enforcement Officers Bill of Rights as the system that guides police discipline, making it a more external process.The Police…
Read MoreFunding Comes To Del. State Parks For Campground Upgrades
Campground upgrades are coming to several Delaware State Parks, thanks to funds from the American Rescue Plan Travel, Tourism and Outdoor Recreation Program.Senator Tom Carper, D-Del., Delaware Natural Resources Secretary Shawn Garvin as well as U.S. Economic Development Administration Regional Director Linda Cruz Carnall visited Cape Henlopen State Park to announce $3.2-million for enhancements to…
Read MorePlanning to Attend Sunday’s Fireworks in Rehoboth? Here’s what you should know:
Rehoboth Beach will light up the sky and the beach with fireworks this Sunday July 3rd, one day before Independence Day. The fireworks will be launched between Philadelphia and Hickman Streets, a little bit south of the usual Brooklyn Avenue location, due to lingering beach impacts from the nor’easter in early May. The display is…
Read MoreAttorney Lydia York Kicks Off Campaign For Del. State Auditor
There is now a contested Democratic primary for the office of Delaware State Auditor of Accounts.Lydia York, an attorney, has filed for the primary and will challenge incumbent Kathy McGuiness, who is seeking re-election. “This election is important to the state of Delaware and the Democratic Party in Delaware. I believe our taxpayer dollars should…
Read MoreIndependence Day Travel Tips
Vehicles, cyclists, scooters and pedestrians will all be on the move this weekend. DelDOT urges drivers and everyone to proceed with caution and to expect congestion.To date, there have been 75 crash-related fatalities in Delaware this year, a 40% increase over the same time of last year. “No matter how you plan to get around…
Read MoreThat’s a Wrap: 151st Del. General Assembly Concludes
The curtain has come down on the 151st Delaware General Assembly.Members of the House and Senate stayed in session after midnight to meet constitutional requirements to have a special session if it’s necessary. “We’ve done a lot this legislative session to move the state forward,” Governor John Carney said. “We’ve signed a sustainable budget. We…
Read MoreDel. Grants-in-Aid Packages Totals $69.1-Million
On the final day of the Delaware General Assembly session, lawmakers approved a Grants-in-Aid bill that sets a new record: $69.1-million. The annual part of the budget provides funding for fire companies, EMS squads, senior centers, veterans groups and other community organizations and non-profits. Organizations are involved in a wide range of services: mental health…
Read MoreDel. Launches Solar Program For Low-to-Moderate Income Homeowners
Delaware low- to moderate-income homeowners may qualify to get assistance with the cost of installing solar panels.The Delaware Department of Natural Resources plans to introduce a new two-year pilot program this Friday, July 1st.“DNREC’s Green Energy Program has helped thousands of Delawareans make the switch to solar power, but installation costs continue to be an…
Read MoreVIDEO | “We Are Not Waiting To Do What’s Right” – Gov. Carney Signs 6 Gun-Related Bills
As he was surrounded by lawmakers, Cabinet members, Delaware community leaders and advocates, Governor Carney delivered a message Thursday as he signed six gun-related bills into law: “We have an obligation to do everything we can to prevent tragedies like we’ve seen around the county from happening here in Delaware. We are not waiting to…
Read MoreDel. Begins Mortgage Relief Program
Delaware has opened a mortgage relief program.Eligible households who have experienced a COVID-19-related financial hardship that led to mortgage delinquency or forbearance can apply for financial assistance, according to the Delaware State Housing Authority. Up to $40,000 is available to cover delinquencies in mortgage payments, property taxes, utility bills, condominium association fees or homeowner insurance.…
Read MoreDel. Public Advocate Files To Seek Tidewater Utilities Rate Reduction
The Delaware Division of the Public Advocate is petitioning with the Public Service Commission to decrease the rates of all Tidewater Utilities customers by about eight-percent. Tidewater serves about 47,000 customers in parts of Sussex, Kent and New Castle Counties.In its filing, DPA states that Tidewater has been “over-earning” – -exceeding its Commission-approved rate of…
Read MoreFire Officials: Don’t Blow It With Fireworks Safety
The Delaware State Fire Marshal’s Office reminds Delawareans to play it safe as Independence Day approaches.Most consumer fireworks are illegal to possess and use. Also, sparklers and other novelty items may be set off on July 4th only.Fireworks that launch into the air and explode are illegal in The First State. Firecrackers and bottle rockets…
Read MoreVote-by-Mail Legislation Gets Final Approval in Del. General Assembly
Delawareans will be able to vote by mail, if they choose to do so and request a ballot, under legislation that’s been given final approval by the Delaware General Assembly (Senate Bill 320).Voters would send back the application, either online or by mail, and would receive a ballot that could be mailed, deposited in a…
Read MoreRaccoon in Salisbury Tests Positive for Rabies
A raccoon in Salisbury has tested positive for rabies.According to the Wicomico County health Department, the rabid raccoon was in the area of Montrose Drive and Johnson Road.Residents and visitors in the area are advised to be aware of their surroundings and to avoid any contact with wild or stray animals. Rabies is fatal if…
Read MoreRehoboth’s Dolle’s Sign Finally Has Its New Home!
The long-awaited installation of the Dolle’s sign on the Rehoboth Beach Museum was completed Wednesday afternoon with a brief ceremony. More than 250 donors contributed $35,000 to fund the installation on the canal side of the city-owned building. The Dolle’s sign arrival at the Rehoboth Beach Museum offers a very large example of the power…
Read MoreDel. Chancery Court Backs State Challenge Of Seaford Ordinance Concerning Disposal Of Fetal Remains
The City of Seaford’s much-discussed ordinance that attempted to require that remains following the termination of a pregnancy be buried or cremated has been overturned in a Delaware Chancery Court ruling released Wednesday. City officials who supported the ordinance said the goal was to provide dignified treatment of remains and that it was not an…
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