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Ground Broken For New Sussex Co. Family Court Courthouse
Work is getting underway this fall on a new Sussex County Family Court Courthouse. The facility will be located at Race and Market Streets in Georgetown, across from the County Courthouse. Elected officials, members of the judiciary and local citizens gathered Tuesday morning for a groundbreaking ceremony at the site. “This is a great day…
Read MoreBill to Increase Minimum Age to Buy a Gun Passes Del. State Senate, House
Legislation that would increase the age to legally purchase any firearm from 18 to 21 has passed the Delaware State Senate by a vote of 14-7. The measure (House Bill 451) also passed in the House. Delaware’s current law mirrors federal requirements that a handgun buyer be at least 21 years old, while someone who…
Read MoreTuesday is Deadline to Register to Vote in Md. Primary or Change Party Affiliation
Today (Tuesday) is the last day to get registered to vote in the Maryland primary election. It is also the final day to change party affiliation or to update any name or address changes before the July 19th primary.This can all be done online at the state elections website. Deadlines are also coming up to…
Read MoreMd. Delegate: People Are Getting Second Jobs To Afford Gas
Two Maryland Republicans are calling for short- and longer-term solutions to ease the pain of high gas prices and fuel taxes for Marylanders.Maryland’s gas tax is set to rise by about seven cents after July 1st under a state formula. Legislative leaders, who are Democrats, have refused calls to schedule a special session.Congressman Andy Harris,…
Read MoreSussex Co. Council Begins Meeting At 10:30 a.m. Tuesday
Sussex County Council gets its meeting underway at 10:30 this morning (Tuesday) in Georgetown, to accommodate a groundbreaking event for the new Family Court facility.County Finance Director Gina Jennings is expected to lead discussion on American Rescue Plan Act grant awards. Planning and Zoning Director Jamie Whitehouse is expected to provide an update on the…
Read MoreFoodie: “Downtown Blues” Spot Planned For Old Nicola’s Space In Rehoboth
Renovations at Old Sandcastle Motel under Scrutiny in Rehoboth
“We got a surprise at last Friday’s Commissioners meeting that has led to a number of calls from concerned citizens,” writes Comm. Susan Gay in her June 23 e-newsletter. “In response to a citizen comment at the meeting, we learned that the current Sandcastle Motel structure, which is currently being renovated by new owners, is set to…
Read More2 Incumbents, 3 Challengers File For Fenwick Island Election
The ballot is set for the August election in Fenwick Island. Five candidates will be competing for three open seats on town council.Two incumbents are running: Richard Benn and William Rymer. Vicki Carmean, currently Mayor of Fenwick Island, did not file for re-election.Also running for a two-year term are Edward Bishop, Eric Espinosa and Kimberly…
Read MoreTruck Accident On Camp Arrowhead Rd. Leaves Driver With Minor Injuries
A truck accident on Camp Arrowhead Road resulted in the driver being taken to a local hospital with minor injuries.According to the Rehoboth Beach Volunteer Fire Company, its members responded to the scene Friday afternoon and discovered the box truck lying on its side.Delaware State Police are investigating the cause of the accident.
Read MoreGov. Carney Formally Extends Del. Public Health Emergency For 30 Days
Governor John Carney Friday formally extended the Public Health Emergency order for another 30 days. The action allows the State of Delaware and medical providers to continue COVID-19 vaccination and testing programs. Delaware law requires that Public Health Emergency declarations be renewed every 30 days. “It’s important people stay one step ahead of COVID-19,” Carney said. “Keep doing…
Read MoreAggressive Raccoon In Ocean City Tests Positive For Rabies
Del. AG Jennings: Supreme Court Ruling In Abortion Case A “Sad Statement”
Delaware Attorney General Kathy Jennings expressed disappointment Friday in the US Supreme Court ruling in the case of Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization: Jennings said the following in a statement: “Just one day after dramatically curtailing states’ rights to regulate guns, the Supreme Court has upended a half-century of legal precedent by permitting states…
Read MoreMd. AG Frosh: Supreme Court Overturning of Roe v. Wade “strips away fundamental right of women to control their own bodies”
Maryland Attorney General Brian Frosh has issued a statement following the release of a U.S. Supreme Court ruling in the case of Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization: “Today’s decision strips away the fundamental right of women to control their own bodies. Including in its sweep even survivors of abuse, rape, and incest, it robs…
Read MoreSupreme Court Issues Important Gun-Rights Ruling; Delmarva Reaction
Days after several gun – related bills were sent to Delaware Governor John Carney for action, gun rights supporters are celebrating a 6-3 U.S. Supreme Court ruling in a New York case saying that requirements for obtaining a concealed handgun were unconstitutionally restrictive. Bills that were given final legislative approval last week would define and…
Read MorePrepare for “The Running of the Bull” in Dewey Beach!
The 25th annual Running of the Bull Festival in Dewey Beach brings the fun this Saturday, June 25th. It also bring traffic considerations. According to DelDOT, motorists on Route 1 should expect delays in both directions. The festival will begin at The Starboard, 2009 Coastal Highway. DelDOT said traffic will be stopped briefly Saturday at…
Read MoreFire Scorches Mobile Home In Angola Beach Estates; One Firefighter Treated
A mobile home went up in flames in Angola Beach Estates Wednesday night.Members of the Rehoboth Beach Volunteer Fire Company responded to the blaze on Talbot Drive Wednesday at about 9:40 p.m. The resident of the home was safely outside.One firefighter suffered a minor medical emergency and was transported to a local hospital. The fire…
Read MorePressure Mounts For Md. Lawmakers To Hold Special Session On Gas Tax Holiday
There are new calls for a gas tax holiday in Maryland. State Comptroller Peter Franchot, who is a Democratic candidate for Governor this year, has asked presiding officers of the U.S. Congress and Maryland General Assembly to enact federal and state gas tax holidays. President Biden supports a three-month gas tax holiday. A 30-day Maryland…
Read MoreSame-Day Voter Registration Bill Goes To Del. Governor
Legislation to allow Delawareans to register at the polls to vote on election days is on its way to Governor John Carney.The Delaware State Senate voted 14-7 Wednesday in favor of House Substitute 1 for House Bill 25 that does away with the previous deadline to register to vote – the fourth Saturday before the…
Read MoreWoman Struck and Critically Injured by Auto in Ocean City
For the second time this week, Ocean City police are investigating another pedestrian accident. Just before 10:20 p.m. Wednesday, a woman was struck and critically injured on southbound Coastal Highway at 139th Street. They found her facedown on the roadway, unconscious but still breathing. She was taken to a trauma center. The striking auto and…
Read MoreUpdate: Ocean City Police Identify Victim In Pedestrian Fatality
Ocean City Police have identified the man who died of injuries suffered when he was struck by a vehicle this week.Police said Wednesday that 22-year-old Noah Day of Elkton, Maryland was on foot but not in a marked crosswalk Monday at about 9:40 p.m. when he was hit by a northbound car in the area…
Read MoreUpdate: Sussex GOP Files Ethics Complaint With House Democratic Leadership; Staff Responds
Del. State Senate Approves $5.1-Billion FY ’23 Operating Budget
A Delaware Fiscal Year operating budget for Fiscal Year 2023 is moving forward in the General Assembly.The State Senate has approved the spending plan, which totals $5.1-billion. Spending would grow by 6.8-percent, while revenues are expected to increase by 7.3-percent. “A healthy local economy that is producing good-paying jobs for more and more Delawareans combined…
Read MoreRoute 1 At Route 16 To Become Grade-Separated Intersection
The intersection of Route 1 and Route 16 is getting a major overhaul.Ground has been broken for construction of a grade separated interchange. The current signaled intersection will be replaced with a bridge that will carry State Route 1 traffic over Route 16. Also, new entrance and exit ramps will be built, and the intersection…
Read MoreVIDEO | Wicomico Co. Deputy 1st Class Glenn Hilliard Posthumously Promoted To Corporal
On the day before he would have turned 42, Wicomico County Corporal Glenn Hilliard has been laid to rest.Sheriff Mike Lewis announced at Hilliard’s funeral in Salisbury that Hilliard would receive the rank of corporal posthumously and be promoted from deputy first class, based upon his dedication to the job and his experience.Hilliard was shot…
Read MoreSussex County Approves $294.1-M Budget & Preserves Another 150 Acres of Land
Sussex County is ready to begin the new fiscal year on July 1st now that the County Council has approved the $294.1-million FY 23 Budget. The budget includes NO increase in the County tax portion of the bill. County Finance Director Gina Jennings tells the Council that $32.4-million in reserves are being used in the…
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