A WGMD Local News Article
DelDOT to Close SB Route 1 Crossover at Old Mill Road near Lewes on Monday
The Delaware Department of Transportation announces the closure of the southbound crossover at Route 1 at Old Mill Road in the Lewes area on Monday night, November 16. The closure follows recent traffic pattern changes in the area designed to provide motorists with continued access to northbound Route 1. On Friday, October 16, a temporary…
Read MoreExpect Traffic Delays & Road Closures Saturday During the Ocean City Running Festival
Expect traffic delays and road closures Saturday morning and afternoon at the south end of Ocean City and in West Ocean City as the Ocean City Running Festival takes place. The marathon begins at the Inlet and will cross the Route 50 Harry Kelley Bridge and continue through the West Ocean City Park & Ride,…
Read MoreColder Weather is Migratory Bird Season and Avian Flu Season
Delaware Agriculture officials remind residents to be diligent on poultry safety as the colder weather marks the start of the 2026-27 migratory bird season – which can also bring an increase in avian influenza cases. Avian or bird flu is a highly contagious airborne respiratory virus that spreads quickly among birds from flock to flock…
Read MoreSalisbury Man Convicted of Sexual Abuse of Minor
A Salisbury man has been found guilty after a two-day trial for the sexual abuse of a minor. A Wicomico County jury convicted 27 year old Widler Etienne for the sexual abuse of a minor, 2 counts of 2nd degree rape, 3 counts each of 3rd and 4th degree sexual offense and 3 counts of…
Read MoreThe DART Statewide Service Change is Effective Sunday, Nov 15
A reminder – the DART Statewide Bus Service Change goes into effect on Sunday. After a series of public hearing workshops and website submissions, some modifications have been made to the original proposal. The only change to Sussex County schedules is for the new DART Connect Seaford which will be in operation from 6am to…
Read MoreDE Department of Ag Announces $1.5-million Program to Combat Deer Damage
A pilot program is being developed by the Delaware Department of Ag that will help farmers who are looking to prevent significant deer damage during the 2027 growing season. The program is funded through the FY 2027 Bond Bill – but farmers should take steps now to reduce the deer population on their land in…
Read MorePittsville Man Charged with Arson at Sheriff’s Deputy Home
A Pittsville man has been charged with arson after it was determined that he intentionally set fire to the home of a Wicomico County Sheriff’s Deputy. Powellville Volunteer Fire personnel were called to a house fire Thursday morning on Wango Road in Pittsville. Investigation by the State Fire Marshal determined the fire was intentionally set…
Read MoreUPDATED: DART Connect-Seaford Service Begins Monday
On Monday, November 16th, DART Connect-Seaford service will begin. This is an on-demand microtransit service designed to deliver convenient, low-cost mobility across the Seaford area. This replaces traditional fixed routs with modern, shared-ride transit. Launched as a pilot program in 2021 In Georgetown and Millsboro, Newark joined in 2023. On-demand microtransit utilizes smaller, fully accessible…
Read More$183.5-million Multistate Settlement Announced with Rent-to-Own Finance Company Acima Digital, LLC
Delaware Attorney General Kathy Jennings announced a $183.5-million multi-state settlement with Acima Digital, LLC – a rent-to-own finance company that partners with retailers in Delaware. The settlement resolves allegations that Acima deceptively advertised its rental-purchase agreements in a manner that misled consumers about the nature and cost of it’s rental-purchase agreements. And that Acima deceptively…
Read MoreUPDATED: American Discovery 250 Relay Nearing it’s End at Cape Henlopen State Park
UPDATED – 11/13/26 – The American Discovery Relay 250 is nearing Delmarva – where it will end on Thanksgiving Day – at Cape Henlopen State Park. Today participants will run and ride bicycles through northern West Virginia from the Dolly Sods Picnic Area to Keyser (47.7 miles) and Saturday its all on bike to Paw Paw…
Read MoreGov. Moore & MD Department of Labor Announce $1.5-m Home-Based Child Care Expansion Program
Maryland Governor Wes Moore has announced a $1.5-million competitive grant initiative – the Home-Based Child Care Expansion Program – which is designed to help working parents looking for child care by increasing the number of licensed, home-based providers working in underserved neighborhoods and at unconventional hours. The Maryland Department of Labor will award grants of…
Read MoreDelDOT to Convert Route 54 Williamsville Intersection to All-Way Stop
The Delaware Department of Transportation (DelDOT) will be converting the intersection of Rt. 54 and West Line Road in the Williamsville area to an All-Way Stop control with new signs and pavement markings on Wednesday, November 16th (weather permitting). Flaggers will be on-site to direct motorists at the intersection. Motorists are advised to use caution…
Read MoreDelDOT to Close Ray Road near Bridgeville for Crossroad Pipe Replacement
The Delaware Department of Transportation announces the closure of Ray Road between Martin Road and Dublin Hill Road near Bridgeville starting Monday, November 16th through Friday November 20th (weather permitting) for the installation of a crossroad pipe. Detour – Motorists wanting to travel eastbound on Ray Road will stay straight on Dublin Hill Road, turn right…
Read MoreFatal Pedestrian Crash Under Investigation
A pedestrian is dead after a crash that occurred in Delmar yesterday–Wednesday November 11th. According to Maryland State Police, the driver and Honda involved in the crash remained on the scene during the entire on-scene investigation. A spokesperson with the MSP tells the Talk of Delmarva that the pedestrian–identified as a 64-year-old Anthony Mixter Sr.…
Read MoreUPDATED: Fire at Lulu M. Ross Elementary School Ruled Accidental
UPDATED–11/12/26 Assistant State Fire Marshal B. Scott Bullock said at a news conference today that the fire that occurred on October 25th at Lulu M. Ross Elementary School in Milford was accidental. According to the State Fire Marshal’s Office investigation, the fire originated in a hallway wall display case with sliding glass doors, where a…
Read MoreDelDOT Announces the 6th Annual Name That Plow Contest
DelDOT is kicking off its 6th Annual Name That Plow Contest and is inviting elementary school students in grades K–5 across Delaware to put their creativity to the test by coming up with creative names for the state’s snowplows. Last year’s winning entries included “Han Snowlo,” “No Mo Sno” and “Scoop! There It Is!” Students…
Read MoreDNREC Warns Permit Holders and Applicants About Fraudulent Emails, Phone Calls
DNREC is warning businesses and organizations with permits, or those applying for them, about fraudulent emails and phone calls impersonating agency staff and requesting payment of licensing or permit fees. Some messages include legitimate application numbers, fee amounts and staff names. DNREC says it never requests payments by email or phone; fees must be paid…
Read MoreFederal Court Rejects Request for Delaware Voter Information
A federal judge in Delaware has dismissed a lawsuit seeking access to the state’s unredacted voter registration records. The Trump Administration filed the lawsuit after Delaware declined a 2025 request for sensitive voter information, including birthdates, driver’s license numbers and Social Security numbers. Judge Richard Andrews ruled November 10 that the records were not subject…
Read MoreBird Flu Detected at Worcester County Poultry Farm
Maryland officials are reporting a case of highly pathogenic avian influenza, or bird flu, at a commercial broiler farm in Worcester County. Preliminary state lab tests came back positive during routine surveillance, with federal testing underway to confirm the results. The farm has been quarantined, and the flock is being depopulated to prevent further spread.…
Read MoreDelaware Department of Agriculture’s Food Products Inspection Section Reminds Residents of Raw Milk Concerns
According to the Delaware Department of Agriculture, permits to sell raw milk for human consumption have not yet been issued in Delaware. Some products currently sold as pet milk are not tested for bacteria or other pathogens and are not intended for human consumption. The department is urging consumers to check product labels and is…
Read MoreDelDOT to Hold Public Workshop on Frankford Community Transportation Plan
A DelDOT public workshop will be held on the Frankford Community Transportation Plan on Wednesday, November 18th. You’re invited to attend the workshop to learn about the Frankford CTP project and provide your input. You’ll listen to a project presentation and meet members of the project team who will be available to answer questions and…
Read MoreUpcoming November 17th Public Workshop on Route 9 Corridor Study
Due to growing concerns about residential development in Sussex County and year-round congestion along Route 9 and surrounding roads, a Route 9 corridor study public workshop is scheduled for Tuesday, November 17th. The Cape Gazette reports that the study is the first large-scale coordinated planning process conducted jointly by the state and Sussex County planning…
Read MoreKent County Offices Closed
Kent County offices are closed on Wednesday, November 11 in honor of Veterans Day
Read MoreMD Awarded $7.45-million in Funding to Provide Rental Assistance to Adults with Disabilities
The Moore Administration announced that the Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development has been awarded $7.45-million through the federal Section 811 Project Rental Assistance Program. Secretary Jake Day says this funding will provide eligible housing properties across Maryland with rental assistance funds to subsidize the rent of adults with disabilities – and connect them…
Read MoreEnvironmental Groups Want Funding for Maryland’s $15M Animal Waste Fund Eliminated for Failure to Deliver
Multiple environmental groups have released a report, The High Cost of Manure: Why Maryland Should End Its Animal Waste Technology Fund, that claims Maryland’s $15-million Animal Waste Technology Fund (AWTF) has not delivered a reduction in manure pollution as expected. Now the over 2-dozen groups have sent a letter to Governor Wes Moore asking him…
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