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VA Man Dies in Single Vehicle Crash in Stockton
Delmarva Power Seeking Increase in Electric Distribution Rates in Delaware
Delmarva Power has filed an application with the Delaware Public Service Commission to increase its electric distribution rates by $72.3-million. This increase will become effective on a temporary basis on July 15th of 2023 â subject to refund, pending a final decision by the P-S-C. State officials say this comes on the heels of a…
Read MoreEarly Morning Seaford-area Fire Accidental – Vehicle & Home Damaged
An early morning garage fire on Clark Road in Seaford Friday damaged a vehicle and a home and has been ruled accidental by the State Fire Marshal. Blades firefighters were called around 3:30am and found a vehicle on fire â and spreading to an adjacent home, which was occupied at the time. All the occupants…
Read MoreDPH Announces First Flu-related Death in Delaware
Delaware Public Health officials say the state has had its first suspected flu-related death. Officials say a Kent County resident between the ages of 55 and 64 was not reported as being vaccinated against the flu. Public Health officials say the flu started early this year â and has been very active in the First…
Read MoreDelaware Unemployment Shows Slight Increase Since October
Delaware unemployment saw a slight increase from October to November of a tenth of a percent to 4.4% – the national rate is unchanged from October at 3.7%. Over all in Sussex County unemployment rose from 4% in October to 4.3% in November while Kent and New Castle Counties each saw a drop each of…
Read MoreDE Supreme Court Justice to Step Down after Nomination by President Biden to US Third Circuit Court of Appeals
Delaware Supreme Court Justice Tamika Montgomery-Reeves has informed Governor John Carney that she will step down from the bench in early February of 2023. She plans to accept her nomination by President Biden to the U-S Third Circuit Court of Appeals. Montgomery-Reeves received U-S Senate confirmation on December 12th. She served on the Delaware Court…
Read MoreMD Board of Revenue Increases FY 2023 Budget Projections; Decreases FY 2024 Budget Projections
Gov Hogan Announces Preliminary FY 2024 Maryland Budget
Maryland Governor Larry Hogan this week announced his preliminary recommendations for the stateâs FY 2024 budget. This plan supports continued economic growth and community revitalization, strong fiscal responsibility and budget sustainability. Gov Hogan says he inherited the worst fiscal situation ever, but is leaving the state’s finances eight years later – in the best fiscal…
Read MoreWinter Graduation Ceremonies Today at UMES
Friday was graduation day at the University of Maryland Eastern Shore in Princess Anne and 187 graduates were honored during Winter graduation ceremonies. This morning’s graduation included 42 master’s and 13 doctorate-degree recipients. There were also 16 students who received the University’s first Master of Science in Physician Assistant Degree. The UMES Physician’s Assistant program…
Read MoreUPDATED: One Bicyclist Dead; Another Injured in Dover Area Crash
UPDATED 12/16/22 – 1pm – The Dover Police Department has identified Mauricio Correa, 36, of Dover, DE as the victim who died as a result of the crash on Tuesday, December 13, 2022. The Dover Police Department is still evaluating the facts of this case and requests that anyone with information contact Dover Police Department…
Read MoreMonthly Covid-19 Update from Delaware Division of Public Health
New data is out related to Covid-19 data and vaccines. The latest information from the Delaware Division of Public Health shows the statewide average of new positive Covid-19 cases has increased slightly since Thanksgiving and other gatherings over the past month. Hospitalizations have also increased. As the holiday season continues with families gathering and traveling,…
Read MoreEducation, Health Care, and Public Safety Funding–Included in Maryland’s Preliminary Budget Plan for FY 2024
Plans that include scholarships for low-income students, expanded access to health care services for rural and vulnerable communities, and increased support for state and local police are all a part of Governor Larry Hogan’s preliminary budget plan for Fiscal Year 2024. Under the stateâs budget process, the outgoing administration has prepared a preliminary budget to…
Read MoreDelaware Ag Week Returns to In-Person Experience in Harrington
In January, members of the agricultural community will have a chance to explore the latest and most valuable innovations while networking with producers, industry experts, as well as vendors and exhibitors. For the past two years, participants have attended sessions virtually, but this time, they will meet in person. The event will take place at…
Read MoreNylon Capital Shopping Center to be Transformed into Community Education, Health, and Workforce Hub
The Nylon Capital Shopping Center in Seaford will be turned into a multi-purpose community facility, thanks to a state, city, and nonprofit partnership. The new facility will include the following: ⢠Public Wi-Fi availability⢠On-site health care services⢠A higher education hub focusing on workforce development trainings and courses⢠Job skills center⢠Early learning center⢅
Read MoreClosure at Route 24 Intersection Beginning Next Tuesday
Beginning next Tuesday, December 20th, the right turn lane from Eastbound Route 24 onto Oak Orchard Road will be closed for intersection improvements. That area will be blocked off through Friday, December 30th. Detour info: Eastbound SR 24 traffic will turn right on to Gull Point Road and continue to Oak Orchard Road. For more…
Read MorePotential Winter Storm to Hit Maryland; Alert for Icy Roads and Bridges
If you live in or plan to travel through Maryland locations in the next day or so, monitor the weather forecast and road conditions for information on a statewide winter storm. The Maryland Department of Transportation State Highway Administration (MDOT SHA) crews are preparing for the storm that is expected to begin late tonight into…
Read MoreGrant Funding Allows for Economic Development Projects in Rural Maryland Communities
Rural Maryland areas will become more attractive for tourism, jobs, and economic development thanks to a grant fund. The $50 million Rural Maryland Economic Development Fund will allow key projects, including: ⢠A comprehensive plan to enhance airline service and improve economic development through the SalisburyâOcean City Wicomico Regional Airport (SBY). ⢠Dredging in the…
Read MoreCommercial Building Fire Under Investigation in Talbot County
The Maryland State Fire Marshal is investigating a fire that occurred in a lumber yard on Park Avenue in Queen Anne early yesterday evening. Officials do not yet know the cause. It took 80 firefighters 4 hours to control the fire, which caused $300,000 in damage but no deaths or injuries. A worker at the…
Read More6 Injured in Crash Near Georgetown
DNREC Virtual Public Workshops to Restrict & Ban New Gas & Diesel Vehicles
The Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control (DNREC) is hosting two virtual public workshops this week on the adoption of Californiaâs Advanced Clean Car II standards that seek to restrict, and later ban, the sale of most new vehicles powered by gasoline and diesel. In March, Governor Carney directed DNREC to begin the…
Read MoreRehoboth Beach Proposed Outdoor Dining on Public Space Ordinance and the Draft Outdoor Seating Design to be Voted Friday, Dec 16
ATTENTION DOWNTOWN REHOBOTH BEACH DINING ESTABLISHMENTS The City of Rehoboth Beach has made available the proposed Outdoor Dining on Public Space Ordinance and the Draft Outdoor Seating Design Manual. The FINAL VOTE on these two proposed ordinances will take place at the Friday, December 16, 2022 Regular City Meeting at 2 PM. Outdoor Dining on…
Read MoreDNREC Preparing for Dredging at White Creek & Part of Assawoman Canal near Bethany Beach
Dredging of White Creek and a short stretch of the Assawoman Canal northwest of Bethany Beach will begin shortly after the New Year. The dredge spoils will be used to restore an area of degraded salt marsh at the Assawoman Wildlife Area. About 55,000 to 70,000 cubic yards of shoaled sediment will be removed while…
Read MoreDSHA to Stop Accepting Applications for DEHAP Program Jan 2, 2023
The Delaware State Housing Authority will no longer accept new applications to the State Housing Assisting Program as of 8am on Monday, January 2nd. This closure will allow DSHA to process existing applications â and tenants and landlords with open or in-progress applications submitted before 8am on January 2nd should monitor emails, text messages and…
Read MoreUPDATED: A Crash West of Lewes Leaves 3 Injured & 2 Dead
Passenger Dies in Single Vehicle Crash East of Dover
Delaware State Police are investigating a crash Monday evening just before 6 east of Dover when an Accord went off the side of Wheel of Fortune Road near Dyke Branch Road and rotated out of control â striking a tree on the driver-side door. Both the 59 year old male driver and 45 year old…
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