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Strange object performing experiments off DE coast
People might have noticed a strange object floating in the ocean off the coast of Delaware recently. According to officials from Delaware Seashore State Park, the contraption is property of a private engineering firm Murtech. The device is an experimental reverse osmosis system that desalinates water using energy from the waves of the ocean rather…
Read MoreGas prices rising in Delaware, Maryland
Gas prices are rising in Delaware. Averages in the state moved up a penny overnight to $2.44 a gallon. Prices have jumped 7 cents over the past week. Maryland seen an increase over the past week as well, gas prices rising 8 cents on average, now standing at $2.51 a gallon.
Read MoreFire damages home in Millville
Fire in Millville last night; shortly before 1 AM firefighters from Millville Fire Department responded to a fire on Manor Court. According to reports flames were showing from the 2 story residence, and a working fire was sounded on arrival. Georgetown and Frankford Fire Departments responded as well. No details yet on the full extent…
Read MoreMarydel Home Damaged by Fire
Fire crews were called to a Marydel home Sunday afternoon just after 4 for a fire which was called in by a neighbor. Sudlersville and Marydel firefighters found flames and smoke coming from the Busic Church Road home – they were on the scene for about 90 minutes. Officials say there were smoke alarms in…
Read MoreUPDATED: Power Outage in Ocean Pines & Berlin Areas
UPDATED – 12:15pm – The power is coming back to residents in Ocean Pines and the Friendship area of Berlin. Choptank Electric officials on their Facebook page say the heavy load for lights and heat caused a breaker to open. Power is being restored a little at a time, but should be restored to everyone…
Read MorePedestrian Critical after Hit & Run Near Lincoln
A hit and run crash has left a man in critical condition. Delaware State Police say just after 5:30 last night a 21 year old New Castle man was northbound on Route 113 in Lincoln when he was struck by a vehicle. Police say the vehicle stopped briefly – but then drove off. The victim…
Read MoreDE State Senate Approves 2nd Leg of Constitutional Amendment on Judicial Officer Appointments
Legislation has passed in the Delaware State Senate that would increase the time period in which the Governor and State Senate must appoint a judicial officer following a vacancy of office. This would give the Governor and State Senate more flexibility if a vacancy occurs when the Senate is not in session. This is the…
Read MoreDelaware Looking to Change Senior School Tax Credit
A measure is before the Delaware State House that would amend the senior school tax credit. House Bill 99 would require any resident age of 65 or older from claiming a tax credit against school taxes until they have been a resident of Delaware for at least 10 years – rather than the current 3-years. …
Read MoreBill Introduced in Delaware to Lower Current Tax Rate
Legislation has been introduced into the Delaware General Assembly that will lower the current tax rate by .05% for each personal income tax bracket. The measure also creates a new tax bracket at $125,000 with a rate of 7.05% and an additional bracket at $250,000 with a rate of 7.80%. Also included, a tiered reduction…
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