A WGMD Local News Article
IRSD WI-FI Hotspots Available For Low-Income Families
The Indian River School District has wi-fi hotspots available as part of the Connect Delaware program for low-income families that have experienced hardships receiving reliable internet access. Families can arrange for pickup of the devices by contacting their home school. Eligible families mustparticipate in a low-income program to qualify. Qualifying programs include:* Free/Reduced Lunch (National…
Read MoreMD E-ZPass Customer Service Centers to Offer Temporary Extended Hours – Including Saturdays
In an effort to enhance customer service capabilities at a time of increased demand, the Maryland Transportation Authority (MDTA) will offer extended hours at all E-ZPass® Maryland Customer Service Centers (CSCs) beginning Saturday, January 16. Under these temporary extended hours – which will be in place until further notice – E-ZPass Customer Service Centers will add Saturday service hours from…
Read MoreSomerset Co. Schools Extend Virtual Learning Until Jan. 25th
Somerset County Public Schools will continue with virtual instruction exclusively until Monday January 25th. A closure of buildings for in-person instruction has been extended due to persisting rates of COVID-19 infection that are above state recommended benchmarks for classroom learning. Somerset County schools had been hoping to bring students back into buildings starting next Tuesday…
Read MoreDel. Lawmakers Seek More Say Regarding States Of Emergency
Two state lawmakers from Sussex County want to put a check on a governor’s ability to modify or extend states of emergency. Senator Bryant Richardson of Seaford and Representative Rich Collins of Millsboro have file a bill that would require legislative approval to any extension of its initial 30 days. According to Collins, repeated extensions…
Read MoreDel. Lawmakers Proposes Tax Relief On Unemployment Benefits
Delawareans who are unemployed during the COVID-19 pandemic could get a tax break. A bill introduced in the House would exempt unemployment benefits paid in 2020 from the Delaware state income tax. More than 100,000 Delawareans -a record number – filed for unemployment in 2020. “Thousands of hard-working Delawareans have lost their jobs during the…
Read MoreHogan Proposes $1-Billion In Additional COVID-19 Relief
Governor Larry Hogan Monday proposed a relief package totaling $1-billion to help Marylanders and families who have been struggling during the pandemic. The package includes tax credits for Marylanders of low-to-moderate income, relief from state and local taxes on unemployment benefits and other payments and credits for citizens and small businesses. Hogan introduced the legislation…
Read MoreEden Blaze Under Investigation
A home on Redden Ferry Road in Eden was heavily damaged by fire this morning. The occupant discovered the fire just before 9am when the smoke alarm went off. Allen firefighters found heavy smoke showing when they arrived at the large 2 story home. Fire investigators say the blaze was under control in about 20…
Read MoreDelaware State Park Offices Reopen Tuesday, Jan 12
The Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control will reopen its state park offices Tuesday, Jan. 12, with limited hours from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. every day. Park offices were closed from Dec. 24 through Jan. 11 to limit the spread of COVID-19. The Indian River Life Saving Station (IRLSS) and Indian River…
Read MoreWicomico County: Phase 1-A Don’t Delay! Schedule Your Vaccination Today
Wicomico County Health Department is currently vaccinating individuals in Phase 1A of the Vaccination Plan. Individuals included in this phase who have not already received their first dose of the COVID-19 vaccine should email wicomico.covidvax@maryland.gov to schedule an appointment. The health department would like to urge those individuals within Phase 1A to not wait to…
Read MoreSalisbury Home Heavily Damaged By Fire
A house fire on Pemberton Drive in Salisbury is under investigation. The Maryland State Fire Marshal’s Office reports that a neighbor discovered that blaze late Sunday night. It was under control in less than one hour, but damage was estimated at $80,000. The cause of the fire is under investigation.
Read MoreFire Tears Through Cambridge, Md. Home
A kitchen fire grew to cause heavy damage to a home in Cambridge over the weekend. According to the Maryland State Fire Marshal’s Office, someone passing by discovered the fire in the 600-block of Pine Street late Saturday night. No one was hurt. The cause of the fire is still under investigation. Damage is estimated…
Read MoreUpdate: Worcester Co. Schools Reopen Buildings Jan. 19th
Worcester County Public Schools will welcome groups of students back into buildings for in-person instruction next Tuesday January 19th. Teachers and staff are returning today. Students will take part in remote instruction this week in Worcester County Public Schools. “As we begin the transition to Stage Two of our Responsible Return plan, it is more…
Read MoreDeath Investigation Underway In Dover
A death investigation has begun in the Dover area. Delaware State Police said a 75-year-old man was taken to a hospital and pronounced dead Saturday afternoon before 4:00, as a criminal investigation was taking place in the 800-block of Sorghum Mill Road. According to police, investigators determined there was no safety threat to the public.…
Read MoreFlags At Half-Staff To Honor 2 US Capitol Police Officers
The US Flag, Delaware and Maryland State Flags are to fly at half-staff in tribute to the Capitol Police Officers who died after the raid by protestors on the US Capitol last Wednesday. President Trump ordered that flags fly at half-staff through sunset this Wednesday “as a sign of respect for the service and sacrifice…
Read MoreSussex County Council to Discuss Meetings at Delaware Tech & Appointment to BOA Vacancy
The Sussex County Council meets Tuesday in Georgetown. During this week’s meeting they will discuss with County Administrator Todd Lawson meetings held at Delaware Tech. They will also discuss an appointment to the Board of Adjustment to fill the vacancy left by Ellen Magee, who recently filled the vacated Register of Wills seat. County Engineer,…
Read MoreDE Coronavirus Numbers Remain Elevated
The numbers remain elevated for positive coronavirus tests, hospitalizations and the number of deaths in Delaware. Public Health officials report 12 deaths on Friday – 6 of them were in Kent County, 4 in New Castle County and two in Sussex. All ranged in age from their 60 to 90s and five were residents of…
Read MoreNational Law Enforcement Appreciation Day
STATEMENT OF U.S. ATTORNEY DAVID C. WEISS As this week’s events in D.C. once again demonstrate, we are a nation of laws. And it falls to our law enforcement officers to fairly discharge their responsibilities and enforce our laws. In Delaware, we are fortunate to have an extraordinary group of federal, state and local officers…
Read MoreDE State Lawmakers Return to Dover Tuesday
The Delaware General Assembly reconvenes this week to begin doing the State’s business. State Lawmakers will begin virtually. Both chambers will administer the Oath of Office for new and re-elected members on Tuesday. The State House also adopt House Rules, and the examination of the Certificates of Election. While the General Assembly will meet virtually…
Read MoreUPDATED: Two Die in Early Morning Fire in Salisbury
Two people are dead after a fire early Saturday morning at a home on First Street in Salisbury. A passerby discovered the fire just before 3am and called 911. Salisbury firefighters arrived and found the home ablaze – it took about 40 minutes to bring the fire under control. After the fire was extinguished, firefighters…
Read MoreDPH Records 1st Pediatric Death Related to Coronavirus
While Delaware saw a huge increase in positive coronavirus tests on Wednesday, the numbers were back to a more normal level for Thursday – at 582 new positive cases – with 201 in Sussex County – 261 in New Castle. There were 2 fewer people hospitalized with the virus statewide – with that number at…
Read MoreDE Senate Releases Tentative Schedule of Virtual Proceedings for January
The Delaware State Senate on Friday announced a tentative schedule of virtual proceedings in January. Session of the full Senate will be live streamed on the General Assembly’s website and can be accessed under the section marked “Live Proceedings.” Those wishing to watch session proceedings after they have concluded can find recordings by following links under the “Meetings…
Read MoreWinter HS Sports Competitions Can Begin Monday, No Tournament Plans Yet Approved
The DIAA Board of Directors met yesterday virtually, and received confirmation from DPH that winter sports competitions may begin on Monday, January 11, 2021. On December 10, 2020, Governor Carney released the Fourth Revision to the 27th Modification, which suspended games, matches, and competitions as of December 14th. As a result, the December 21, 2020 start date of winter…
Read MoreUPDATED: Dewey Beach Considers Property Zoning Changes & New Town Manager
UPDATED – 4:30pm – There has not yet been a contract signed to hire a new Dewey Beach town manager. It was on Friday’s agenda as well, but town officials tell WGMD that there has not yet been any action. The Town Commissioners will meet on Wednesday in a special session beginning at 2pm to…
Read MoreGov Carney Continues Coronavirus Restrictions; Lifts 10pm Curfew at DE Bars & Restaurants, HS Winter Sports to Continue
Governor John Carney on Friday signed the fifth revision to the omnibus emergency order, continuing the restrictions, including the Stay-at-Home advisory and universal indoor mask mandate, to combat the increase in COVID-19 hospitalizations in Delaware. Beginning today, the 10 p.m. curfew at Delaware restaurants and bars will be lifted, but establishments still must have signage prominently displayed on the table stating…
Read MoreDel. DMV To Resume Evening Hours Wednesdays
New evening hours will be available at the Delaware Division of Motor Vehicles effective next Wednesday, January 13th. DMV locations will be open Wednesdays between 11 a.m. and 7 p.m. This is a change from the previous Wednesday schedule of noon until 8 p.m. But it does reinstate evening hours on Wednesdays, which were suspended…
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