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Four Handguns Recovered, Two Arrested Following Firearm Investigation
Dover Police have arrested 21-year-old Felton man, and a 17-year-old male from Dover, on gun charges following an incident Monday afternoon. Detectives from the Drugs, Vice and Organized Crime Unit along with members of the Street Crimes Unit conducted a firearm investigation in the area of Barrister Place Both individuals initially ran but were taken…
Read MoreUPDATED: Sussex County Council Talks School Funding & Approves Change of Zone Application
UPDATED – 04/29/25 – The Sussex County Council met Tuesday in Georgetown. The Council heard a presentation from Executive Director of the Joshua M. Freeman Foundation, Patti Grimes, with an update about the Foundation and changes being made at the Freeman Stage in Selbyville – as well as this summer’s concert and event’s lineup. County Administrator,…
Read MoreKent County Firefighter Charged with Felony Theft
A member of the Little Creek Volunteer Fire Company has been charged with felony theft and unlawful use of a credit card. Delaware State Police were called to the fire company in Leipsic for a report of a theft. Fire company officials discovered over $3600 in unauthorized charges on a fire company credit card. The…
Read MoreUPDATED: Cape May-Lewes Ferry Back on Regular Schedule after Overnight Closure
If you plan to sail on the Cape May-Lewes Ferry – the schedule for sailing is back on track with the 10:30 departure out of Cape May. Officials with the Cape May-Lewes Ferry reported on their Facebook page that unexploded World War II ordnance was discovered in the Cape May Canal area during low tide…
Read MoreTown of Federalsburg Investigating Complaint of Misappropriation of Funds
An investigation after receiving a complaint of a misappropriation of funds in the Town of Federalsburg has revealed that Town funds were used to purchase personal items and that various financial errors were made that cost the Town to spend money unnecessarily. In a posting to the Town of Federalsburg’s Facebook page, the Town also…
Read MoreDSP Investigating Shooting Incident in Williamsville Area East of Selbyville
A shooting in the Williamsville area east of Selbyville is under investigation by Delaware State Police. Police were called to a home on Sea Gull Road around 10pm Sunday for a report of gunfire – and learned that an occupied residence had been struck by gunfire – no one inside was injured. Witnesses reported hearing…
Read MoreUPDATED: Motorcycle Operator Injured in Long Neck Crash Sunday Night
UPDATED – 04/29/25 – Delaware State Police say a 63 year old Millsboro man is hospitalized with serious injuries after his motorcycle was struck Sunday night at the intersection of Route 24 and Long Neck Road. Police say a 36 year old Lewes woman operating a pickup was turning left onto Route 24 and failed…
Read MoreChicken House Fire Friday Night Near Princess Anne Under Investigation
Princess Anne firefighters were called for a chicken house fire on Mitchell Road in Princess Anne Friday night around 9:45. Fire crews were able to bring the fire under control in about 45 minutes. Investigators with the Maryland State Fire Marshal’s office say the 50-foot by 500-foot metal framed chicken house was in the process…
Read MoreRibbon Cutting for Medic 103 – Newest Sussex County EMS Stand-Alone Facility
A new home for paramedics in Sussex County. A ribbon cutting was held Monday for the new Medic 103 station on Dickerson Road in Millsboro. The station will continue to serve the Millsboro, Dagsboro and Frankford areas. The new $1.8-million station is the sixth free-standing, County-owned facility built to house EMS crews and units in…
Read MoreDOJ Secures Guilty Plea in DUI Case
A former Clayton Police Chief has pleaded guilty to a DUI arrest. Officials in the Attorney General’s office say that on April 14th, 49 year old Carl Hutson of Frederica pleaded guilty to DUI and entered the First Offender’s Program. This means that Hutson’s license is suspended for one year and he must pay a…
Read MoreUPDATE: Georgetown Police Identify Victim Early Morning Crash on Route 113
UPDATE – 04/28/25 –Â Georgetown Police have identified the man who died when he was struck by a vehicle on Route 113 on April 22 as 39 year old Scott Kerin. Kerin was struck just before 5am in the area of West North Street. Police say he entered the northbound lane of Route 113 into the…
Read MoreRoute 50 Drawbridge in Salisbury to Close for Work Friday Night
Beginning Friday night, the Maryland State Highway Administration will close the Route 50/Salisbury Parkway drawbridge in Salisbury in both directions to conduct steel repairs on the bridge. Beginning at 7pm, expect traffic to be detoured around the work zone. Drivers are urged to use the Salisbury Bypass as an alternate route or the local road…
Read MoreDelDOT Public Workshop on Georgetown Bike & Pedestrian Plan – Tuesday, April 29
DelDOT will hold a Public Workshop on the Georgetown Bike and Pedestrian Plan on Tuesday, April 29th between 4:30pm and 6:30pm at the Georgetown Public Library at 123 West Pine Street in Georgetown. (This is not the same as the Lewes to Georgetown Trail) DelDOT is seeking your input on bicycle and pedestrian improvements within…
Read MoreUPDATED: Milford Voters Approve Water Utility Project Funding Referendum on Saturday
UPDATED – 04/26/25 –Â Milford voters have approved borrowing $8.5-million for the design engineering and construction of water utility infrastructure improvements in the northwest service area. Unofficial results show 135 voters were in favor of the referendum and 21 voted against. This will not result in any tax increase or increase in utility rates. ======================================================== ORIGINAL…
Read MoreUPDATE: MSP Arrest Suspect in Fatal Shooting in Crisfield
UPDATED – 06/27/25 – A Crisfield man was arrested Friday morning in connection to the murder of 20 year old Evan Neal of Crisfield in Somerset County in April. Delaware State Police arrested 28 year old Tyren Lee Ivey of Crisfield in Seaford – he was transported to the Somerset County Detention Center. Ivey is charged…
Read MoreMSP Arrest Fruitland Man Following Death Investigation in Wicomico County
A Fruitland man has been arrested in connection with the death of a Fruitland man Friday evening. Fruitland Police were called to a home on Camden Avenue and found 27 year old Albert Vacovsky, III deceased inside the residence. The Maryland State Police are leading the investigation and have arrested 40 year old Brandt Roberts…
Read MoreVIDEO: Dead Whale Stuck on Sandbar in Ocean City’s Back Bay
Video courtesy of Fish in OC A dead and decomposing whale has become stranded on a sandbar in Ocean City’s back bay. Fish in OC’s Scott Lenox says the whale is stuck in just a few inches of water in the area off Harbour Island and Purnell Island.  No additional information is available.
Read MoreSaturday is National Drug Take Back Day
It’s National Drug Take Back Day. You can dispose of unused, unneeded or expired prescriptions from 10am to 2pm at many locations around Delmarva for safe disposal – including police departments and pharmacies. Some sites taking part – Blades PD, Camden PD, Camden Walmart, Felton PD, Georgetown PD, DRBA Police – Lewes Ferry terminal, Lewes…
Read MoreSalisbury Fire Investigators find Roof Fire Caused by Squirrels
Salisbury firefighters were called for a residential fire just after 1 Thursday afternoon. Crews arriving at the Cross Creek Drive home found fire on the outside of the roof area. Investigation by the City of Salisbury Fire Marshal found the fire was accidental and caused by squirrels chewing on the wires of a solar panel…
Read MoreHelp MSP Identify Alleged Suspects in ID Theft & Fraud Investigation
Your help is needed to identify two alleged suspects related to an identity theft and fraud investigation. A Worcester County resident filed a complaint at the Berlin Barrack on March 3rd alleging their credit card information had been fraudulently obtained and used to purchase items totaling $1600 at a Target store in Rockville. The Maryland…
Read MoreGov. Meyer Signs Amended Cannabis Legislation into Law
Legislation that amends the requirements for fingerprint-based background checks for Delawareans who want to work in, own or help run a licensed marijuana business has been signed into law by Governor Matt Meyer. Meyer says that the state’s recreational cannabis industry will created good-paying jobs and provide critical revenue for the state. House Bill 110…
Read MoreUPDATED: DSP Arrest 3 in Connection with April 17th Shooting in Dover
UPDATED – 04/25/25 –Â Three teens from Dover have been arrested in connection with a shooting on April 17th on Nathaniel Mitchell Road near Dover that left a 19 year old man with injuries. Delaware State Police identified the suspects last week and Thursday obtained warrants for their arrest. Police have charged 18 year old Leslie…
Read MoreRabid Raccoon Confirmed in Area of St. Martin’s Neck Road in Bishopville
A rabid racoon has been found in the area of St. Martin’s Neck Road in Bishopville. Worcester County Health officials remind you that if you, your family or your pets have had contact with the rabid raccoon – contact the Worcester County Health Department’s Office of Environmental Health immediately. Contact includes bites, scratches or other…
Read MoreSalisbury Forever – SU Prepares for Centennial Anniversary
Salisbury University will begin celebrating its 100th anniversary in September. On Thursday University President Carolyn Ringer Lepre announce the S-U Centennial brand – Salisbury Forever – and logo during a ceremonial banner drop – in front of Holloway Hall – the University’s first and oldest building which opened in 1925. April 24th coincides with the…
Read MoreUPDATED: Worcester County Board of Education Names Dr. Annette Wallace as New Superintendent
UPDATED – 04/24/25 – The Worcester County Board of Education has named Dr. Annette Wallace as the new Superintendent of Schools. The Board of Education met in a special Board meeting Thursday afternoon – Dr. Wallace’s appointment is pending contract negotiations. She is a graduate of WCPS and the first female named superintendent. Dr. Wallace will…
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