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DE Division of Small Business Launches Online Form to Nominate New Opportunity Zone Census Tracts
Encouraging private sector development in Delaware’s economically distressed communities is the goal behind a new initiative launched today by the Delaware Division of Small Business in partnership with Governor Matt Meyer. The state has unveiled an online nomination form for Opportunity Zone 2.0, allowing investors, economic development professionals and government officials to recommend eligible Census…
Read MoreSussex County Council Approves Property Management Agreement for Pepper Fork Preserve & Discussed Land Use Reform Code Ordinances
UPDATED – 03/03/26 –Â The Council recognized retiree Robert Mauch, III, who was the Public Safety Emergency Services Deputy Director and retired after 26 years and one month serving Sussex County. County Administrator read a tribute and Mauch was presented with a plaque. He told the Council that he’s seen two constants throughout his career –…
Read MoreGuidelines for Bethany Beach Residents in Storm Debris Cleanup
The Town of Bethany Beach will begin collecting tree debris from last weekend’s storm this week – and will continue through March 27th. Homeowners are responsible for debris located on their property – Town crews are not able to enter private property. The Town has some guidelines for residents to follow to aid in the…
Read MoreAG Jennings Intervenes in USPS Case that Would Allow Guns to be Mailed with Virtually No Limits
Delaware Attorney General Kathy Jennings, alongside Attorneys General for New York and New Jersey have intervened in a federal lawsuit to defend a critical federal firearms law after the Trump Administration declined to do so, seeking to prevent a flood of prohibited weapons flooding state borders by mail.  In 1927, Congress passed a statute (18 U.S.C. 1715)…
Read MoreDSP Arrest Dover Man on Felony Drug Charges
A Dover man has been arrested on felony drug charges. Members of the Kent County Governor’s Task Force went to Artis Drive in Dover Monday to locate 42 year old Christopher Naylor, who had a warrant for failure to appear in the New Castle County Court of Common Pleas. On arrival, detectives spotted Naylor leaving…
Read MoreRehoboth Beach Temporary Road Closure Wednesday Morning
Beginning at 7am on Wednesday, South First Street between Rehoboth Avenue and Wilmington Avenue will close temporarily until about 1pm. The closure is required to facilitate crane operations associated with HVAC repairs on the roof of the Avenue Inn. Rehoboth Beach Police will be on hand to provide traffic control and ensure public safety during…
Read MoreSeaford Playground Temporary Closure – Discussion at 3/10 City Council Meeting
Jay’s Nest Playground in Seaford is temporarily closed while the Seaford Department of Parks & Recreation assess it’s safety. Officials say they’ve identified several areas at the community-built playground that need attention to ensure a safe and welcoming place for all. The playground and ideas for future improvements will be part of an upcoming Council…
Read MoreRabid Raccoon Found in Delmar, MD
Wicomico County Health officials warn that a raccoon has tested positive for rabies in the area of Parsonsburg & Melson Roads in Delmar, Maryland. Residents living in that area should be aware of their surroundings and avoid contact with wild or stray animals – and keep your pets confined. Be sure your pets are vaccinated…
Read MoreAG Jennings Secures Second Court Order Blocking Trump Administration’s Demands for Personal Data of SNAP Applicants and Recipients
Delaware Attorney General Kathy Jennings is celebrating a decision from the US District Court for the Northern District of California which has once again blocked the Trump Administration’s demand that states turn over personal and sensitive information about millions of SNAP applicants and recipients. Earlier this year a coalition filed against the Trump Administration alleging…
Read MoreTown of Georgetown Warn of Email Fraud Scam Alert
Georgetown officials are warning of am email scam. Town officials warn that fraudulent emails are being sent using the identity of town employees. The emails are on reproduced official Georgetown letterhead and recipients are asked to send payments by wire transfer. The scam is designed to make businesses believe they are paying for legitimate town…
Read MoreDelDOT to Close Route 1/Hudson Road Crossover for Reconstruction Beginning March 9
The crossover at Route 1 and Hudson Road will be closed for reconstruction beginning on Monday, March 9. This work will include a new median island between the north and south lanes on Route 1 and an acceleration lane along southbound Route 1. This work will be done Monday through Friday from 9am to 6pm…
Read MoreCity of Rehoboth Beach Storm Cleanup – Tree Debris
If you are in Rehoboth Beach and have tree limb and storm debris from the recent storm, the City of Rehoboth Beach Streets Department has trucks out today picking up – plus it’s a trash day as well so be patient. Here are a few things to know: any large debris needs to be cut…
Read MoreCongresswoman McBride Hosting Mobile Office Hours in Sussex County Tuesday
Congresswoman Sarah McBride will host Mobile Office Hours on Tuesday from 4 to 6pm in Seaford. If you are in need of help with an issue involving federal agencies, members from the Congresswoman’s Constituent Advocate team will be available to assist at the Seaford District Library on North Market Street, Extended. You are encouraged to…
Read MoreUPDATED: All 4 Subjects have been Identified; Ocean City Police Investigation into Destruction of Property & Burglary
UPDATE – 03/02/26 – 8:03AM – Ocean City Police report that all four individuals have been identified and thank the public for their assistance ==================================================================== ORIGINAL STORY – 02/28/26 – Ocean City Police are investigating several incidents of malicious destruction of property and burglaries. Police say these incidents occurred on February 21st into February 22nd…
Read MoreUPDATED: Laurel Man Dies in Early Morning Crash Saturday
UPDATED – 03/01/26 -The Delaware State Police has identified 26 year old Yeyson Perez-Ortiz of Laurel as the man who died in a single-vehicle fatal crash on Saturday morning in Laurel. ==================================================== ORIGINAL STORY – 02/28/26 – A Laurel man is dead after a single vehicle crash early Saturday morning on Laurel Road. Delaware State…
Read MoreMSP Investigate Fatal Crash in Caroline County
Maryland State Police were called for a crash on Route 480 north of Eveland Road in Caroline County just before 2 o’clock Friday afternoon. Police found an Isuzu box truck crossed the center line and police believe the driver of the Kia tried to avoid a head on crash and went off the shoulder of…
Read MoreInvestigation into Suspicious Substance in Easton Friday was Determined Non-Threatening
Easton Police were on Brookletts Avenue for an investigation Friday when they were notified of the presence of several suspicious containers with held an unknown liquid substance. Because of concerns for a hazardous material, the Maryland Fire Marshal’s office and Anne Arundel Fire Department Hazmat Unit were called to an area between Tred Avon Avenue…
Read MoreSalisbury Police Make Arrest in December Shooting Incident
Salisbury Police have arrested a suspect in connection with a shooting that occurred on December 22, 2025. Investigation led police to 21 year old De’Andre Rogers as the suspect – he was arrested last week by the Capital Area Regional Fugitive Task Force and Salisbury Police. Roger is charged with the following offenses: Attempted 1st …
Read MoreUPDATED: Operation Epic Fury: U.S. Launches “Operation Epic Fury” in Major Strike on Iran Operation Epic Fury
The United States, in coordination with Israel, has launched a large-scale military operation against Iran known as “Operation Epic Fury.” The strikes began early Friday and targeted key military and strategic sites in Tehran, Isfahan, Qom, Karaj, and Kermanshah. U.S. officials say the operation was designed to neutralize what they describe as imminent threats tied…
Read MoreUPDATED: Two Juveniles Arrested in January Fatal Shooting in Somerset County
UPDATEDÂ – 02/28/26 – Two juveniles have been charged with 1st degree murder and other offenses in connection with the fatal shooting of 46 year old Derrick Knox of Salisbury on January 26th in Princess Anne. A second Salisbury man was injured in that incident. A 14 year old was arrested February 10th by Maryland…
Read MoreDover PD Enforcement at Country Club Apartments Friday did NOT Involve ICE or the National Guard
Dover Police on their Facebook page said that law enforcement activity at the Country Club Apartments in Dover did NOT involve Immigration and Customs Enforcement and the National Guard. Dover Police say that Friday’s operation was conducted by the department’s SORT team as part of a criminal investigation – and had nothing to do with…
Read MoreLaurel Man Sentenced in Fatal 2022 Wilmington Shooting
Attorney General Kathy Jennings announced Friday that a 27 year old Laurel man has been sentenced to 15 years in prison for a fatal shooting that occurred in February of 2022 in Wilmington. Wilmington Police arrested Lance Leatherbury of Laurel on July 25, 2023 following an investigation into the shooting of Jermaine Meadows while he…
Read MoreWicomico County Public Schools Updates 2025-2026 Calendar with Makeup Days & Survey on 2026-2027 Calendar Options
The Wicomico County Public Schools calendar has been revised to make up all the days missed this year for winter weather. There have been 3 closure days for weather – January 27, February 23 and 24. A makeup day of March 16th has already been announced – additional approved potential makeup days of April 2…
Read MoreDSHA Announces Participants in Zoning & Land Use Reform Pilot Program
Sussex County along with 8 municipalities will receive free technical assistance and the planning consultants they will work with to modernize municipal zoning and land use policies aimed at increasing the supply of affordable housing. The Delaware State Housing Authority says the jurisdictions – including Bridgeville, Georgetown, Laurel, Lewes, Milford and Rehoboth Beach – applied…
Read MoreDelmarva Power Continues to Restore Service to Customers Impacted by Winter Storm Hernando
UPDATED – 02/27/26 – Delmarva Power continues to work to repair damage and restore power after last Sunday’s storm that brought blizzard conditions and strong winds to Delmarva. Officials say nearly 66,000 customers lost power because of the storm – the most severely impacted in Sussex County, Delaware and the Lower Eastern Shore of Maryland. And…
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