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Maryland To Offer License-Free Fishing Days
The Maryland Department of Natural Resources is inviting anglers to experience the state’s waterways during license-free fishing days this upcoming summer season. On June 1, June 8 and July 4, everyone will get the chance to fish without need for a license, trout stamp or registration. This is an annual tradition in Maryland, taking place…
Read MoreDead Dolphin Washes to Shore off Rehoboth Avenue
One of several dolphin deaths investigated by the MERR Institute this past week. The remains of a dolphin calf came ashore around 4:15 p.m. this past Saturday just south of Rehoboth Avenue. Suzanne Thurman, executive director of the MERR Institute, said the calf was “Fairly decomposed so some of the clues were obliterated. It had some…
Read MoreRehoboth’s New High-Tech Parking Enforcement Tool!
It is poised to be part of Rehoboth Beach’s most efficient parking enforcement system ever. Dubbed “R-101,” the leased Ford Escape SE is outfitted with dual license plate recognition (LPR) cameras, GPS, wifi/cellular connectivity, plenty of computer technology and a distinctive emergency lighting package. A two-employee crew will operate the car to enforce parking in…
Read MoreBicyclist Killed in Sunday Evening Crash in Princess Anne
Maryland State Police are investigating a car accident that took place on Sunday evening in Princess Anne. Troopers say the incident happened around 7:42 p.m. in the area of U.S. Route 13 north of Somerset Avenue. A 62-year-old male bicyclist crossed the path of a 2016 Ford RV, subsequently being struck. The bicyclist, identified as…
Read More4 Cars Involved in Sunday Rollover Crash in Georgetown
Delaware State Police are investigating after 4 vehicles were involved in a Sunday afternoon crash on Seashore Highway in Georgetown. Officials say the incident took place around 4 p.m. on Sunday with four vehicles involved, one of which rolled over, and one passenger entrapped. Officials say that person was extricated and taken to a local…
Read MoreUPDATED: SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WATCH UNTIL 1AM
CANCELLED: The National Weather Service has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Warning that affects Sussex County – until 11:15pm ================================================ The National Weather Service has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Watch that affects the following WGMD locations until 1am: Sussex County,DE Kent County,DE Caroline County,MD Talbot County,MD Queen Anne’s County,MD
Read MoreUPDATED: Fire Destroys Vacant Church near Georgetown
UPDATED – 2:45pm – State Fire Marshal investigators are trying to determine the cause and origin of a blaze at the St. Mary’s Holy Church on Donovans Road north of Georgetown. Georgetown firefighters were called just after 12:15 Sunday morning and found fire through the roof. Multiple area fire companies helped to battle the blaze. …
Read MoreMEMORIAL DAY CEREMONIES – SUNDAY & MONDAY
SUNDAY, MAY 26 GEORGETOWN: Georgetown’s annual Memorial Day Ceremony on the Circle will take place Sunday afternoon beginning at 1:30. The keynote speaker is Lt. Col. David Smith, USMC (Ret) – an experienced commander of Tactical Air Support Groups and a survivor of the 2011 attack on the Pentagon. Since retiring in 2004, Lt. Col.…
Read MoreNew Police Chief Coming to South Bethany
South Bethany has a new Chief of Police. Last week the town council ratified the appointment of Jason Lovins – he will join the police department in early June. Lovins comes from Kentucky where he served with the Kentucky State Police – retiring after 19 years with the rank of Detective Sergeant. He then worked…
Read MoreSouth Bethany Voters Return 3 Incumbents & 1 New Council Member
Residents in South Bethany have returned three incumbents to the town council – Carol Stevenson and Frank Weisgerber each grabbed 447 votes and Richard Oliver got 436. They each return for two year terms. However the one year seat will have a new face in Derek Abbott. He got 437 votes to incumbent Jerry Masiello’s…
Read MorePA Man Dies in Saturday Morning Crash
A single vehicle crash just after 6:30 this morning has left a Pennsylvania man dead. Maryland State Police say the crash occurred on Route 50 just east of the Vienna Bridge where they found a Tundra had gone off the roadway and overturned. The driver, 53 year old Joseph Whipp of York suffered critical injuries…
Read MoreVIDEO: WGMD News Week in Review 5/25/2019
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=81Zx8M5FUro&feature=youtu.be WATCH: The Chesapeake Bay’s Health Report Card is released, Troopers investigate the murder of a 17-year-old, plus it’s Memorial Day weekend and Delmarva is ready! Join WGMD’s Hunter Landon for a look back at this week’s big stories!
Read MoreDNREC & Sea Tow Foundation Join in Life Jacket Loaner Program
Just in time for the holiday weekend and boating season – DNREC Fish & Wildlife Natural Resources Police and the Sea Tow Foundation have announced the Life Jacket Loaner Program for boaters operating in Delaware waters. If boaters are found without legally-required life jackets, officers will have loaner life jackets in sizes infant to adult…
Read MoreUPDATED: One Person Dead Following Crash in Millville
UPDATED 5/24/19 – Delaware State Police say the passenger who died in a crash on Roxana Road last Wednesday was 81 year old Sallie Anne Ziff of New Hope, Pennsylvania. Police say the driver of a Corolla was stopped in the travel lane with their left turn signal on, waiting to turn into a commercial…
Read MoreSouth Bethany Municipal Election Saturday
Voters in South Bethany will go to the polls Saturday to elect 4 members to the town council. Three 2-year seats are up for election – with Jane Bonbright, Laurence Budd and Darren Donohue challenging incumbents Richard Oliver, Carol Stevenson and Frank Weisgerber. There is also one 1-year seat up for election – incumbent Gerald…
Read MoreOne Person Dead Following Route 50 Crash
—————————————————————— Maryland State Police say a 54-year-Old man is dead following a morning crash on eastbound Route 50 in Wicomico County. Troopers say the incident took place around 8:07 a.m. at the intersection of Eastbound Route 50 east of East Side Road. The operator of a 2003 GMC Yukon with Maryland registration was driving when…
Read MoreGovernor Hogan Vetoes Numerous Bills, Including Handgun Board Repeal
—————————————————————— On Friday, Maryland Governor Larry Hogan announced he would allow the remainder of bills from the 2019 General Assembly session to become law without his signature, vetoing numerous measures, including several with direct impact for the Eastern Shore. Notably, the Governor is vetoing a repeal of the Handgun Permit Review Board, saying he doesn’t…
Read MoreIndian River HS Marching Band Representing DE in National Memorial Day Parade in DC
The Indian River Marching Band will be in the national spotlight as they represent Delaware in the 2019 National Memorial Day Parade in Washington, DC on Monday afternoon. This year’s parade, which steps off at 2pm, will commemorate the 75th Anniversary of the D-Day landings, which began the liberation of Europe in World War II.…
Read MoreDOC Announces Retirement of Commissioner Perry Phelps
Corrections Commissioner Perry Phelps has announced that he will retire effective July 15 of this year. He has been on the job for 31 years with the DOC – holding a variety of positions before becoming the Commissioner of Corrections in January of 2017. He says that while he will miss the DOC Family –…
Read MoreUPDATED: Escaped Suspect Now Back in DSP Custody
UPDATED 5/24/2019 at 12:10 p.m.: DSP Officials have confirmed to WGMD that 47-year-old Javier Guzman was apprehended at a residence in the 20000 block of Thistle Lane in Millsboro around 10:49 a.m. He is being transported back to Troop 4 and is set to be charged with further criminal offenses. ORIGINAL: Delaware State Police are seeking the…
Read MoreNOAA Predicts Near Average 2019 Hurricane Season
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration held a press conference at Reagan National Airport on Thursday to announce it’s predictions for the 2019 Atlantic Hurricane Season. NOAA’s Climate Prediction Center says El Nino and warmer than average Atlantic Ocean temperatures will shape this season’s storm intensity. Forecasters predict a range of 9 to 15 named…
Read MorePublic Meeting on Ocean City Inlet Projects Set for Next Week
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and the Maryland Department of Natural Resources will host a public meeting next week on future projects at the Ocean City Inlet. The meeting, scheduled for Thursday, May 30 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the Worcester County Library – Berlin Branch will discuss two concurrent efforts: a project…
Read MoreSevere Thunderstorm Warning for Kent & Sussex Counties till 6pm
UPDATED – 5PM – Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Kent & Sussex Counties till 6pm =================================================== The National Weather Service has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Watch that affects the following WGMD locations until 8pm Sussex County, DE Kent County, DE Worcester County,MD Wicomico County,MD Somerset County,MD Dorchester County,MD ————————————————————— BULLETIN – IMMEDIATE BROADCAST REQUESTED SEVERE THUNDERSTORM…
Read MoreUPDATED: Roman Shankaras Not Guilty on All Charges in Third Vaughn Prison Riot Trial
UPDATED 5/23/19 3:20PM – The eighth defendant tried in the Vaughn Prison Riot, 32 year old Roman Shankaras, has been found not guilty on all charges. DOC Commissioner Perry Phelps offered the following statement: “We thank the members of the jury for their time and service to the State of Delaware. The news is upsetting,…
Read MoreGov. Carney to Announce Next Phase of “Keep DE Litter Free” Campaign
This afternoon in Wilmington, Governor John Carney will announce the Delaware Anti-Litter Alliance – a coalition of mayors and county executives statewide that have committed to encouraging their residents to not litter, and to help protect our public spaces. This is the next phase of Governor Carney’s “Keep DE Litter Free” anti-litter campaign and he’s…
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