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GOP Lawmakers React To Carney Budget
“The devil is in the details.” State Senate Minority Whip Brian Pettyjohn, R- Georgetown, summarized the work ahead for lawmakers as the Joint Finance Committee prepares to examine Governor John Carney’s $4.7-billion dollar budget proposal for the fiscal year that begins July 1st. Pettyjohn said he was glad to see that Carney would continue with…
Read MoreVIDEO : Carney Proposes $4.7-B FY ’22 Budget
Governor John Carney Thursday proposed a Fiscal Year 2022 operating budget of just over $4.7-billion, with a record-setting capital budget of $894-million and containing grants-in-aid of $55-million. Despite the challenges of operating during the COVID-19 pandemic, Carney said the spending plan continues investments into rebuilding the economy, investing in schools and strengthening communities. Economic development,…
Read MoreWATCH / LISTEN : Gov. Carney Presents FY ’22 Budget
Governor John Carney is delivering his budget proposal for Fiscal Year 2022 today. The budget goes before the Joint Finance Committee for several weeks of hearings. Carney’s presentation is scheduled to start at 11:30 a.m. It can be viewed as follows governor.delaware.gov Facebook YouTube
Read MoreFood Bank Brings Mobile Pantry To Sussex Co. Fri.
The Food Bank of Delaware will bring another mobile pantry to Sussex County Friday. Mobile pantries already held in Dover and Wilmington this week have drawn large, early-arriving crowds. Friday’s pantry is being held at Crossroad Community Church on State Forest Road in Georgetown, starting at 11 a.m. According to the Food Bank, emergency food…
Read MoreSenate Confirms 2 Nominees To Sussex Bench
The Delaware State Senate has confirmed two judges in Sussex County. Superior Court Judge Craig Karsnitz becomes Resident Judge. Robert Robinson, Division Head of the Sussex County Office of the Public Defender, is confirmed as Superior Court Judge. Both were nominated by Governor John Carney. “Thank you to the Delaware Senate for confirming Judge Karsnitz…
Read MoreNatural Gas Line For Somerset Co. Wins Approval
The Maryland Board of Public Works has granted final approval for a tidal wetlands license that would bring natural gas to Somerset County, a utility service local elected officials have been seeking to bring to area for years. “We are pleased with the unanimous decision by the Maryland Board of Public Works to grant the…
Read MoreDel. Bill Extends To-Go Alcohol Sales At Restaurants, Bars
Delaware establishments will be able to continue to sell alcohol to go, one of the innovations restaurants came up during the COVID-19 pandemic. A bill passed by the House of Representatives and sponsored by House Speaker Pete Schwartzkopf, D- Rehoboth Beach, would extend the allowance of alcohol sales to go as well as expanded outdoor…
Read MoreWorcester Co. Takes Applications Hotel, Lodging Relief
Worcester County hotel operators and lodging providers whose business was impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic may apply for financial relief. The County is taking applications for grant funds, allocated by Maryland Governor Larry Hogan through the Department of Commerce. Grants may be used to meet payroll, pay rent, to buy PPE, cover sanitation expenses or…
Read MoreWicomico Co. Seeks Public Input On Parks, Rec, Open Space
Wicomico County is asking its citizens to weigh in about land preservation, parks and recreation. The County is seeking to update its strategic plan, as it does every five years. Feedback will help Wicomico County as it makes plans for parks, recreation and open space initiatives in the next few years. “Public input is a…
Read MoreSuspicious Object Leads To Lengthy Investigation Along Coverdale Rd.
(Update, 5:46 p.m. – The discovery of something resembling a pipe bomb resulted in an extensive investigation along Coverdale road in the Bridgeville area Wednesday.Delaware State Police said someone who was picking up trash in the area of Mill Park Drive Wednesday morning noticed a pipe ‘contraption’ that he suspected could have been a pipe…
Read MoreGeorgetown Council Meeting Opens With Hindu Prayer
Georgetown Town Council’s regular meeting will open with a Hindu prayer reportedly for the first time since the town was established 230 years ago. Hindu statesman and Clergyman Rajan Zed will share ancient Sanskrit scriptures in a remote message. He also will read the English interpretation of the prayers. According to his website, Mr. Zed…
Read MoreMd. Expands Vaccine Network, Awaits More Supplies
Maryland is building up its network of coronavirus vaccine services, including mass vaccination clinics and expansion of pharmacy partners. Governor Larry Hogan, during a news conference Tuesday, said the state is now getting about 72,000 doses a week from the federal government, while two-million Marylanders are already eligible for vaccination. “The truth is that this…
Read MoreDel. Bill Addresses Hair Discrimination
Hair discrimination is addressed in a bill being considered by a Delaware State Senate Committee Wednesday. The CROWN Act – Create a Respectful and Open World for Natural Hair – would make it clear that Delaware does not accept a person’s appearance as being used as a weapon of harassment and discrimination, according to its…
Read MoreWorcester Co. Schools Target Feb. 8th For Expanded Hybrid Learning
Worcester County Public Schools are continuing a transition to hybrid instruction. Remaining students who were not part of the first week of in-person learning can start coming back Monday, February 8th. Families will be contacted by school officials about schedule details. Hybrid students will learn in person during alternating weeks, until further notice. Worcester County…
Read MoreSussex Tech Begins Hybrid Instruction Monday
Sussex Tech High School will begin hybrid instruction this coming Monday, February 1st. The Board of Education recently voted to allow students to choose whether to attend classes in person, or learn exclusively by remote instruction. The hybrid format allows Sussex Tech students to learn on campus two days a week and learn remotely two…
Read MoreMilford Voters Approve Referendum To Fund New Police Station
Milford voters have approved a referendum to authorize the city to borrow money to build a new police station. The vote Tuesday was 390 in favor, 186 against. Chief Kenneth Brown on Twitter thanked the community for its support, and said they would work very hard to keep costs down. Local property taxes would be…
Read MoreIRSD Schools Considering Requests for Hybrid Instruction for Third Marking Period
Indian River School District parents wishing to shift their child from remote to hybrid instruction for the thirdmarking period are asked to contact the child’s school. In considering such requests, schools will determine if social distancing guidelines of three (3) feet or morebetween students can be maintained in the classroom setting. Additionally, schools must determine…
Read MoreGov John Carney’s 2021 Delaware State of the State
January 26, 2021As prepared for delivery Lt. Governor Hall-Long, Mister Speaker, Mister President Pro Temp, Members of the 151st General Assembly, Members of the Cabinet, Distinguished members of the Judiciary, and my fellow Delawareans: Thank you for inviting me into the chamber today, and thank you for tuning in virtually during this very unusual time.…
Read MoreGeorgetown Offers Crime-Mapping Feature For Community
Citizens of Georgetown are now able to track local crime trends online. Town officials have introduced a new online crime mapping program at CrimeMapping.com. Several other Delaware municipalities including Milford, Dover and Wilmington also have such information available online. “This is one additional means for the Town to help keep the public informed,” Georgetown Mayor…
Read MorePolice: Woman Pepper-Sprayed 2 During Robberies
A Dover woman is charged with two robberies that took place within two hours Monday. According to Dover Police, a man who was using the indoor ATM at Wawa at 298 South DuPont Highway was approached by a woman who asked him for cash. When he refused, he was hit with pepper spray and the…
Read MorePandemic Cancels OC St. Paddy’s Parade For 2nd Year
Ocean City’s St. Patrick’s Day Parade is canceled for a second consecutive year. The 2020 festivities were among the first local events to be canceled early during the COVID-19 pandemic. The parade co-chair stated that in the interest of the health and welfare of parade participants and spectators – and due to current crowd size…
Read MoreSearch Continues For Suspect In Worcester Co. Homicide
Nearly three weeks ago, an Accomack County woman was found murdered in a Pocomoke City home. Maryland State Police said Monday the search continues for the man who was identified as a suspect in the killing of Lesa Renee White, who worked as a Wicomico County Correctional Officer. 52-year-old William Edward Strand of Pocomoke City…
Read MorePolice: Man Stole Pick-Up Truck, Drove While Drunk, Crashed Twice
A Frankford man is accused of driving a stolen vehicle while drunk and crashing it – twice. Delaware State Police said the pick-up truck was reported stolen Sunday night and was involved in crashes on Roxana Road at Atlantic Avenue and on Shockley Town Road near Peppers Road. A trooper spotted the driver who was…
Read MoreAuditor: Del. Could Realize $43-M Through Legalized Marijuana Taxation
Delaware could collect more than $43-million a year in tax revenue through regulating and taxing legal marijuana, according to a report prepared by State Auditor Kathy McGuiness. The special study used data available to the public, which indicates that legalizing the recreational use of marijuana for adults 21 or older would create a $215-million dollar…
Read MoreDel. Expands COVID Vaccine Program; Teachers, School Staff Can Register
Delaware is planning more COVID-19 vaccination events and options this week, including another large event this weekend to protect at least 2,000 senior citizens who are on the waiting list. Vaccinations remain by appointment only, and are restricted to people in Phase One-B, which includes those age 65 and older.Seniors can still schedule an appointment…
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