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Update: Girl Critically Injured in Millsboro Boat Accident
One girl was critically injured and at least one other child was injured last night during a boating accident that involved a boat pulling children on tubes. The boat eventually struck a dock in the Millsboro area. It was reported around 5:15 p.m. at the end of Warwick Road which is off the…
Read MoreDel. House Passes Large-Capacity Magazine Ban Legislation
The Delaware House of Representatives has passed a bill that would ban the sale of large-capacity magazines capable of holding more than 17 rounds. The vote in the House Thursday on SB 6(s) was 23 in favor, 18 against. The measure goes to the State Senate for consideration. Under the bill, penalties would be enhanced…
Read MoreNew Del. Law Would Enhanced Penalties For Assault Against Healthcare Workers
Violence against more healthcare workers in Delaware would be a felony offense under legislation given final approval in the State Senate.Delaware Code already classifies assault against people in various professions as a second-degree crime, including physicians, nurses and EMT’s. However, it did not include numerous other employees in a health system who have close contact…
Read MoreMERR Dolphin Count Scheduled For Sat. July 16th
If you are interested in spending two hours counting dolphins, you may want to mark Saturday, July 16th on your calendar. That is the date of the annual MERR Institute (Marine Education, Research and Rehabilitation Institute) dolphin count. Volunteers will be stationed at designated observation points between Fenwick Island and Woodland Beach. For more information,…
Read MoreWicomico Co. Schools Address Disturbing Video On Social Media
A disturbing video on social media has drawn a response from Wicomico County Public Schools and the Sheriff’s Office.According to school officials, Parkside High School administration was made aware of the video Tuesday, apparently created by a Parkside student that shows a teenager with a gun uttering a ‘violent, racist statement.’ Some students shared the…
Read MoreVIDEO | Gov. Larry Hogan Delivers Final Keynote Address at Md. Municipal League In Ocean City
Governor Larry Hogan said this week in Ocean City that he came into office with the intent of listening to and acting on behalf of Maryland’s towns and cities. In his keynote address at the Maryland Municipal League, Hogan highlighted a few accomplishments he said helped to meet that goal as he spoke at the…
Read MoreDel. Constitutional Amendment To End June 30th All-Nighter Moves Forward
Delaware’s annual tradition of meeting at all hours of the night on the final day of the General Assembly session is a step closer to becoming a part of First State history.The Delaware State Senate has passed legislation to amend the state Constitution to end the requirement that the General Assembly stay in session until…
Read MoreDel. Abortion Rights Protections Strengthened Under House-Passed Bill, Say Sponsors
The House of Representatives has approved a bill that its sponsor said would improve availability of safe and accessible reproductive healthcare services, while protecting patients and providers from facing legal action under abortion laws in other states. House Bill 455 passed with 24 yes votes, 13 no Tuesday. Four representatives were absent. âAs a nurse,…
Read MoreDel. General Assembly Passes Age Restriction For Buying Most Firearms, Adjusting Background Check Program
A bill to increase the legal age for buying most firearms in Delaware from 18 to 21 has passed in the House of Representatives.Currently, state law mirrors federal law which does allow someone who is 18 to purchase long guns, including rifles and shotguns. Someone must be 21 to purchase a handgun. âWe already prohibit…
Read MoreFuneral Arrangements Scheduled For Slain Wicomico Co. Deputy 1st Class Glenn Hilliard
The funeral for murdered Wicomico County Sheriff’s Deputy First Class Glenn Hilliard is scheduled for next Tuesday, June 21st.The service is scheduled to take place at noon at Emmanuel Wesleyan Church on Beaglin Park Drive in Salisbury. A public viewing will begin two hours earlier.More information about traffic implications will be released later.Hilliard was shot…
Read MoreMd. Announces Waterway Improvement Fund Grants
The Maryland Department of Natural Resources plans to provide $13.5-million in Waterway Improvement Fund Grants in the next fiscal year.A total of 45 applicants statewide would receive shares of the funding to support various projects such as new and improved boating access, navigation, and safety. The fund, which has been in operation for more than…
Read MoreReaching The Beach: More Funding Announced For MD 90 Project
Maryland Governor Larry Hogan Monday announced that $15-million will be allocated to move the Maryland Route 90 project forward. The funding will enable the Maryland Department of Transportation State Highway Administration to accelerate planning and move to the design phase for improving the 12-mile stretch between Route 50 and Coastal Highway.The western portion of Route…
Read MoreTwo Additional Gun-Related Bills Introduced In Del. General Assembly
Two additional gun-related bills have been introduced in the Delaware General Assembly, with just three weeks to go in this year’s session. One measure would amend the existing liability shield that protects gunmakers and gun dealers from civil action in Delaware, even if their conduct ‘knowingly or recklessly endangers the safety and health of Delawareans.’…
Read MoreSussex County Council Meets Tuesday – with 12:30pm Start
The Sussex County Council will meet on Tuesday – but the meeting time has been moved to 12:30pm. The Council will hear Old Business – and revisit two Change of Zone and one Conditional Use for American Storage of Delaware, LLC. This application is for property on the west side of Route 24 in the…
Read MoreBreaking: Deputy Shot in Pittsville; Man Wanted for Questioning located.
UPDATED – 4 AM: The man who was wanted for question regarding an incident in Pittsville Sunday night has been located; the Wicomico County Sheriff’s Office said Maryland State Police will provide further information UPDATED – 11pm : The Wicomico County Sheriff’s Office is looking for Austin Davidson for questioning in reference to an officer-involved…
Read MoreGovernors Carney and Hogan Meet in Dewey for Crabcakes!
Yes! That was indeed Maryland Governor Larry Hogan seen joining Delaware Governor John Carney at Woody’s Dewey Beach early Sunday afternoon for crab cakes! The meeting was the result of this March Madness wager between the two men regarding the first round of the 2022 Women’s NCAA Basketball Tournament. The agreement was that the loser would buy the winner crab cakes…
Read MoreAthlete Dies During Escape the Cape Triathlon
The Escape the Cape Triathlon took place on Sunday morning. Delaware River and Bay Authority officials say a 70 plus year old man from Wilmington became in need of medical attention near the end of the swim finish. Lifeguards took the man from the water in Lower Township and gave him CPR and transported him…
Read MoreFood Bank of Delaware Mobile Food Pantry Monday in Georgetown
There will be a drive-thru mobile food pantry on Monday at Crossroad Community Church on State Forest Road west of Georgetown. The mobile food pantry will begin at 10am â you can register in advance, however on-site registration will also be available. Remember to bring proof of Delaware residency â and have your backseat or…
Read MoreUPDATED: Millsboro Voters Choose Kimberley Kaan
UPDATED – 6/11/22 8:45pm – Voters in Millsboro have chosen new representation for District 1. Newcomer Kimberley Kaan received the most votes with 284 to incumbent Tim Hodges 159 tallies. In District 2, John Thoroughgood ran unopposed and will return to the Town Council for another 3 years. Kaan and Thoroughgood will be sworn in…
Read MoreDE Climate Change Measure Passed in State Senate
Legislation regarding climate change (SB 305) has been passed in the Delaware State Senate by a 13 to 6 vote. This measure will adopt a comprehensive approach to reduce emissions of greenhouse gases in Delaware by not less than 50% by 2030. According to the legislation, the Governor and DNREC will update the Climate Action…
Read MoreVote by Mail Legislation Introduced in DE General Assembly
Legislation has been filed in the General Assembly that would allow Delaware residents to vote by mail â starting this year. Senate Bill 320 â sponsored by Senator Kyle Evans Gay would direct the Department of Elections to provide an application for a mail ballot before a state primary, general or special election. A team…
Read MoreVIDEO | Md. Launches $28 Million Chesapeake Bay Crossing Tier 2 Study
Maryland is launching a $28-million Bay Crossing Tier Two Study.Governor Larry Hogan said Friday that this phase will study the new Bay Bridge Crossing, and it will address traffic impact at the new crossing but also for miles in each direction, including the 50 / 301 split. Back in April, What is known as âCorridor…
Read MoreWicomico Co. FY ’23 Operating Budget Adopted
Wicomico County now has a Fiscal Year 2023 operating budget in place. The budget amounts to $173-million.Acting Wicomico County Executive John Psota said that the spending plant keeps the focus on core services such as education, public safety and health, while investing into infrastructure.Spending is up 11.7% over FY ’22, reflecting continued economic vitality.Psota said…
Read MoreDel. Legislation Seeks To ban Single-Use Plastic Coffee Stirrers, Polystyrene Containers At Restaurants
Delaware restaurants would be prohibited from serving ready-to-eat food in polystyrene containers, under legislation that has been approved in the State Senate. Polystyrene is best known as Styrofoam. The bill, Senate Substitute 1 for Senate Bill 134, would also require restaurants to only provide single-use plastic straws if requested by a customer, and single-use plastic…
Read MoreVIDEO | Md. Transitions To COVIDReady Maryland Long-Term Preparation Plan
Maryland now has a long-term plan to minimize the risk of COVID-19, transitioning from an emergency health response into an ongoing operation of state government.Governor Larry Hogan said Thursday that COVIDReady Maryland includes expanding test-to-treat services, which allow people to get tested, evaluated and treated during one visit at one location. The COVID-Ready Maryland plan…
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