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Police: 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…
Read MoreDel. COVID State Of Emergency Extended 11th Time
Governor John Carney has formally extended Delaware’s COVID-19 State of Emergency for another 30 days. In a statement, Carney said Monday the ‘life saving vaccine” is protecting more Delawareans each day, including the most vulnerable. But until supply increases, he said it is still important to wear a mask, wash your hands frequently and to…
Read MoreMilford Holds Referendum On Tax Increase For New Police HQ
Milford voters Tuesday are deciding whether to allow the city to borrow up to $20-million to build a new police headquarters building, and whether local property taxes should be increased to pay for it Referendum hours are between 8:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m. Registered voters in Milford may cast their ballots at the Milford Public…
Read MoreGov Carney to Deliver Delaware State of the State Tuesday at 2:15pm
Governor Carney will deliver his 2021 State of the State Address from the Senate Chamber in Legislative Hall. The event will be live-streamed on Governor Carney’s Facebook page, YouTube and de.gov/sots. The Delaware General Assembly will convene in a Joint Session in virtual format prior to the Governor’s State of the State Address. View their virtual proceedings before and after the Governor’s…
Read MoreUPDATED: DSP Identify Man Shot Near Seaford
UPDATED – 1/25/21 1:30pm – Delaware State Police have identified the man shot and killed early Saturday morning on Park Circle in the Mobile Gardens Community as 28 year old Kwantae Hovington of Seaford. This case remains an active investigation. Anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to contact Detective Brian McDerby with Delaware…
Read MoreFire Damages Talbot Co. Commercial Garage, Several Vehicles
A fire has caused extensive damage to an Easton auto shop and several vehicles. The Maryland Fire Marshal’s Office said an investigation into Friday’s fire at the Easton Service Center on North Street indicates that an employee inadvertently ignited gasoline vapors as he was working on a vehicle in the service bay. Nearby combustible materials…
Read MoreSeaford Drug Investigation Results In 4 Arrests
Four Seaford residents are facing drug-related charges following an investigation police say lasted several months. According to police, a search warrant was executed at a residence in the 200-block of Front Street last week, with assistance from Dover Police. The search turned up three loaded handguns, some crack cocaine, synthetic marijuana, actual marijuana, and digital…
Read MoreElectrical Fire Heavily Damages Dorchester Co. Home
An electrical fire caused heavy damage to a home in Dorchester County over the weekend. According to the Maryland State Fire Marshal’s Office, the blaze broke out Sunday morning at the home on Beach Haven Road in East New Market. A family dog died in the fire, but no people were injured. The electrical fire…
Read MoreSafety Campaign Focuses On Speeding Through Education, Enforcement
Slow down, arrive alive…and don’t pay attention to your ‘speed demon.’ That’s the focus of a new speed awareness campaign begun by the Delaware Office of Highway Safety. An educational campaign also is joined by a speed limit enforcement campaign, which is underway and lasts through Friday. According to OHS, the main goal is to…
Read MoreSalisbury Police Investigate Assault, Shooting
Salisbury Police are searching for one of two suspects in connection with an assault involving a firearm. According to Salisbury Police, a 27-year-old woman had arrived at a residence on College Lane last Tuesday to meet with a former boyfriend to get some personal belongings. 26-year-old Abel Yamil Rivera-Alvira, according to police and the victim,…
Read MoreWorcester Co. Commissioners Name New Warden
The Worcester County Jail has a new Warden. Fulton Holland has been named by County Commissioners to oversee the jail. Holland takes over for retiring Warden Donna Bounds. Holland has 23 years of experience in law enforcement and corrections and is a certified corrections officer. His career with the Worcester County Jail dates back to…
Read MoreLocal Artist Contributes Painting To Rehoboth City Hall
A work of art now graces the reception area of Rehoboth Beach City Hall to put visitors in the mood to head to the beach. “Rehoboth Calling!” portrays the bandstand, a flamingo, palm trees and beach balls. Nina Mickelsen, who has a studio in Lewes, donated the painting, done in silk screen ink and acrylics,…
Read MorePace Improves On 2nd Day Of Weekend Vaccination Clinics
More than 11,100 people have been vaccinated for COVID-19 at weekend clinics held in Georgetown and Delaware City DMV locations. The pace picked up Sunday after Saturday’s events, which resulted in many people with appointments sitting in their cars for hours. Delaware Public Health said people were showing up without appointments, and many who had…
Read MoreRemember to Bring Proper Documentation to Mass Vaccination Events Today at DMVs in Georgetown & Delaware City
Delaware Public Health officials are hoping to vaccinate over 13,000 Delawareans this weekend at mass vaccination events in Georgetown and Delaware City. If you scheduled an appointment for a vaccination event today (Sunday), here are reminders to make your vaccination and the event go more smoothly: You must complete the Pre-screening Questionnaire by clicking the…
Read MoreUPDATED: Milford Man Dies After Struck by Motorcycle
UPDATED 7pm: Delaware State Police have identified the victim as 85 year old K. C. Hurry of Milford. The investigation is continuing. Anyone with information should call Crime Stoppers at 800-TIP-3333. ======================================================= A Milford area man is dead after he was struck by a motorcycle just before 6 Friday evening on Log Cabin Road. Delaware…
Read MoreGovernor’s Institute for School Leadership Launched in Delaware
Governor John Carney and Dr. Susan Bunting on Friday announced the launch of the Governor’s Institute for School Leadership (GISL), a two-pronged training program for aspiring school leaders and current district leaders. A partnership between the Governor’s Office, Delaware Department of Education, University of Delaware, and Delaware’s public schools, the institute launches this month with…
Read MoreMaryland National Guard Mobile Vaccination Support Teams Assist with Coronavirus Vaccinations
Maryland National Guard Mobile Vaccination Support Teams are assisting with coronavirus vaccinations. Their efforts kicked off earlier this month and have helped to administer over 6000 immunizations in support of about six locations daily. As Maryland moves into Phase 1-C on Monday, the state plans to establish mass vaccinations sites – likely in early February…
Read MoreUS Army Corps of Engineers Receives Additional Funding for Multiple Projects Including OC Beach Renourishment
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Baltimore District, received an additional $56.02 million boost for fiscal 2021, including funds for oyster restoration, beach renourishment in Ocean City, the dredging and south jetty rehabilitation of Fishing Creek in Calvert County, completion of engineering and design work to restore James and Barren islands, and more. This funding…
Read MoreFire Heavily Damages Vessel At Yacht Basin In Dorchester Co.
A 39-foot boat at the Cambridge Yacht Basin went up in flames late Thursday. According to the Maryland State Fire Marshal’s Office, the fire was discovered Thursday night shortly before 11:00 by someone who was passing by. It took firefighters about one hour to bring the blaze under control. No injuries were reported. Damage is…
Read MoreERA Amendment To Del. Constitution Passes State Senate
An Equal Rights Amendment to the Delaware Constitution would add “race, color and national origin” to the basic rights of Delawareans guaranteed under the Constitution. The State Senate voted unanimously Thursday to support the Amendment, sending it to the House for consideration. Delaware and many other states still do not have specific provisions in their…
Read MoreMd. Legislation Looks To Protect Farm, Agriculture Employees
Marylanders who are employed in the food or agriculture sector would be able to work under strengthened protections during the COVID-19 pandemic and beyond, under legislation introduced in the General Assembly. Sponsors said Thursday that some workers are forced to choose between their paychecks and their own safety and health by being forced to work…
Read MoreWicomico Co. Schools To Resume Hybrid Instruction In Phases
Wicomico County Public Schools plan to return to hybrid instruction starting the week of February 2nd. Students will start to return to buildings in stages, according to Superintendent Donna Hanlin. Those in Pre-K to second grade would be first, followed by third-through-eighth graders, then high-school students by the week of February 16th. Wicomico County Schools…
Read MoreHogan Calls For Schools To Resume Hybrid Instruction By Mar. 1st
Governor Larry Hogan has called upon all Maryland school systems to implement hybrid instruction by March 1st. While such decisions lie at the local level, Hogan Thursday highlighted studies that indicate in-person instruction can be carried out in a safe way during the COVID-19 pandemic. The Governor and Education Secretary Dr. Karen Salmon have also…
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