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Thursday – A Code Orange Air Quality Action Day for DE
Thursday, May 3rd, will be a Code Orange Air Quality Action Day for Delaware! An early season air quality event is underway across the northern Mid-Atlantic region. Ozone has risen dramatically on Tuesday, much faster than expected, given the still relatively low temperatures by summer standards. The air mass in place appears to be quite polluted, with dilute…
Read MoreEnhanced Threat for Fire Spread Today for DE Until 8pm
Enhanced Threat for Fire Spread Wednesday until 8pm… Relative humidity values will continue to drop into the low to mid 20s today. Winds will be southwest 10 to 15 mph with gusts up to 25 mph. The combination of low humidity, gusty winds and dry fine fuels will lead to an enhanced threat for fire…
Read MoreVolunteers Needed to Count Bats in Delaware!
Training for ‘bat spotting’ will be held on Thursday, May 3rd at the DNREC Aquatic Resources Education Center in Smyrna. Volunteers are needed to help locate bat roosts and count bats in the First State as they leave their day-time resting areas. The training is for both new and experienced volunteers. They may look creepy,…
Read MoreBob Wheatley Files for DE 21st District Senate Seat
Laurel businessman, Bob Wheatley, has filed with the Department of Elections to run for the 21st District Senate seat – currently held by Bryant Richardson. Wheatley is a fiscal conservative and a Democrat and has been a long-time member of the county Planning & Zoning Commission. He owned and operated the Whayland Company, which he…
Read MoreSussex County Council Denies OTC
The Sussex County Council brought the Overbrook Town Center change of zone application to a vote this morning. The vote was 3 to 2 to deny the application. Councilmen Rob Arlett and Sam Wilson voted in support. This proposal was first made to the County Council two years ago and was denied. The developer, TD…
Read MoreParking Meters Now in Effect in Lewes; Coming Soon to Rehoboth Beach
The weather is getting warmer – so you know the summer season is just around the corner. With the arrival of May in Lewes – that means the parking meters, including the Pay & Display machines in the City and Beach lots, are now turned on! You’ll have to feed the meter between 9am and 6pm –…
Read MoreBeau Biden Gun Violence Prevention Act Signed Into Law Today
Governor John Carney has signed the Beau Biden Gun Violence Prevention Act into law. He was surrounded by the Biden family, legislators and gun Safety advocates at the Biden Institute at the University of Delaware. The new law will limit access to firearms for those considered a danger to themselves or others. The measure was…
Read MoreSafeWise Ranks 4 Sussex County Towns as the Safest Cities in Delaware
According to the 2018 ranking of the safest cities in Delaware by Safewise – four are in Sussex County – Lewes, Milton, Selbyville and Millsboro. SafeWise reviewed the 2016 FBI crime report statistics and population data. The evaluation is based on the number of reported violent crimes (aggravated assault, murder, rape, and robbery) in each…
Read MoreSomerset County Fire Causes $100,000 in Damage
Firefighters from the Fairmount Volunteer Fire Department in Somerset County were called for a house fire Sunday morning just after 11:30. The Townrow Road home was equipped with a fire alarm which did activate for early notification. The Maryland State Fire Marshal says the blaze began in the attic – the cause remains under investigation. …
Read MoreMost Sussex County Libraries to Close Thursday
If you were thinking of a trip to the library on Thursday in Sussex County – you’ll probably be out of luck. Most public libraries will be closed on May 3 for the annual Delaware/Maryland Library Association Conference. This is continuing education and professional staff development for the four County-owned libraries and 11 independent libraries. …
Read MoreSalisbury Adds Corrugated Cardboard to Home Recycling
New Corrugated Cardboard Recycling Procedures Effective Tuesday may 1, 2018 corrugated cardboard will be collected on your normal trash/recycle collection day, Tuesday thru Friday. Residents no longer need to call and schedule a cardboard pick-up! Simply place your recyclable cardboard curbside with your trash and recycling on your normal pick-up day! Cardboard collection for residents of multi-unit dwellings will occur on…
Read MoreDSU College of Business International Accreditation Reaffirmed
The College of Business at Delaware State University has had its international accreditation reaffirmed for another five years. The College was notified by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business International the it continues to meet the standards of excellence required of business schools nationwide. The College of Business first earned the five-year AACSB…
Read MoreTwo Chincoteague Ponies Die after Being Trapped in Mud
Chincoteague Saltwater Cowboys found three ponies stuck in the mud last night – one of the ponies had died and two were having trouble. The two, Surf Queen and Randy, were taken to the Chincoteague carnival grounds and the vet called. While both seemed to be rallying, the fire department this morning announced that Surf…
Read MoreSmyrna Fire Sunday Leaves 1 Dead
A fire in Smyrna Sunday afternoon has taken the life of one person. The State Fire Marshal says that one person was found deceased by firefighters inside the house trailer on West Big Woods Road. Officials say the fire broke out just before 1pm and crews found flames pouring from the home when they arrived…
Read MoreMilford Voters Choose Archie Campbell for Mayor
Milford voters have chosen a new mayor. Archie Campbell was the top vote-getter with 537 to Todd Culotta’s 334. He will take over for Mayor Bryan Shupe who is running for the 36th District House seat. In the First Ward, Michael Boyle won 245 votes. Cindy Schofield received 181. The winners will be sworn in…
Read MoreREMINDER: Delaware Personal Income Taxes Due Monday!
A reminder – the Delaware personal income tax deadline is Monday. Taxpayers who do not file by the deadline because they have a balance due may face additional interest and penalties, which increases the total amount owed. Filing by the deadline will allow you to avoid penalties, even if you are unable to pay all…
Read MoreSaturday is National Prescription Drug Take Back Day
Today is National Prescription Drug Take Back Day. The Drug Enforcement Administration, State and Local Police agencies ask you to get rid on unwanted prescription (or over-the-counter) drugs today between 10 and 2pm. You can get rid of unwanted, unused or expired drugs responsibly – and keep them away from potential abuse by others. This…
Read MoreDE’s Pathways Program Receives Grant from Bloomberg Philanthropies
Delaware has received a $3.25 million grant from Bloomberg Philanthropies to expand access to economic opportunity for Delaware students. Governor John Carney says the funding would help bolster the Delaware Pathways program. That is for high school and post-secondary students looking to gain work-based learning experiences for in-demand careers – and to earn industry credentials…
Read MoreSussex County Council to Revisit Overbrook Town Center Change of Zone Tuesday
The Sussex County Council will revisit the Overbrook Town Center change of zone application during Old Business on Tuesday morning. The council held a court-ordered second public hearing on the application on April 10th but deferred a vote after over 6 hours of public comment. However, a decision on the application must be made by…
Read MoreThe need for speed: DE middle schoolers race solar powered cars
In Harrington – yesterday teams of middle schoolers from across the state went head-to-head in a solar powered model car race. 19 teams competed to see who had the fastest time trials, including a team from Beacon Middle School in Lewes, who placed 3rd in the time trials and 5th in creative design. The competition…
Read MoreLocal school districts get funding for afterschool, summer programs
Delaware’s Department of Education awards two large grants to downstate afterschool and summer programs. The programs in the Milford and Woodbridge school districts are getting close to $250,000 each to provide afterschool and summer programs for 75 students. In Milford the 4-H club will offer students grades 6-12 a variety of activities focusing on leadership…
Read MoreMobile app surveys to bring anglers, biologists closer together
Marylands Department of Natural Resources hopes anglers across the state will help cast a wide net in a search for fishing data. The department is launching mobile-friendly surveys where you can turn a fishing trip into a bona fide scientific expedition by uploading your catch data. The survey will provide department biologists with information such…
Read MoreDE Sen. calls vote to preserve special counsel “inspiring”
The Judiciary Committee in the US Senate passes a bill aimed to protect the current special counsel investigation into President Donald Trump. Co-authored by Sen. Chris Coons (DE), the legislation would make firing any special counsel a longer drawn out process than current standards. The committee voted to release the bill 14-7, and now can…
Read MoreH2Oi car show rolling into New Jersey this fall
The controversial H2O International car show will have a new location in the fall. The show will be moving up the coast to Atlantic City, New Jersey after problems surrounding last year’s show in Ocean City. Organizers said earlier this week they were getting a bad rap from the media and city officials, and that…
Read MoreCasino relief bill clears DE Senate Finance Committee
Legislation that would give Delaware’s three casinos tax relief is clearing its first hurdle. The Senate Finance Committee approved the bill yesterday. It would slightly lower the tax rate on slots, bring down the state’s take of table game revenue and suspend the table gaming license fee. State Senator Ernie Lopez says he’s against the…
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