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VIDEO: WINTER STORM: Governor Moore Declares State of Emergency in Maryland
Governor Wes Moore today declared a State of Emergency due to the major winter storm and dangerously cold temperatures expected to impact Maryland beginning Saturday. Governor Moore also requested an Emergency Declaration from the federal government, which enables the federal government’s ability to expedite assistance to the State during and after the storm if necessary. …
Read MoreWINTER STORM: Town of Milton
Declaration: Emergency Routes Issued by Kristy Rogers, Town Manager January 23, 2026, 3:00pm, pursuant to Town Code Chapter 209 This declaration is to establish designated weather-related Emergency Routes within the Town of Milton to ensure safe travel, facilitate snow removal, and maintain access for emergency services during winter weather. The Emergency Route declaration remains in…
Read MoreWINTER STORM: Delmarva Power Update
With winter weather expected to bring snow and freezing rain across central Maryland and Delaware beginning late Saturday, Jan. 24, and continuing through Monday, Jan. 26, Delmarva Power is taking steps to ensure customers have the support they need before, during, and after the storm. Delmarva Power is mobilizing for this winter storm and has…
Read MoreDSP Arrest 2 Millsboro Men after Drug and Weapons Investigation
Delaware State Police have arrested two Millsboro men on drug and weapons offenses. On Thursday, members of the Sussex County Drug Unit, Governor’s Task Force and SORT team went into a Friendship Road home with a search warrant after an investigation into the distribution of drugs from the residence. Police arrested 66 year old Douglas…
Read MoreMilford Police Identify Victim of Pedestrian Crash on Monday
Milford Police have identified the victim of an early morning pedestrian crash on Monday, January 19th as 81 year old Marie Santilma of Magnolia. The crash occurred just after 6:30 on North Rehoboth Boulevard in the area of Perdue Farms. Police say that for an unknown reason, Santilma walked into the northbound travel lane and…
Read MoreWINTER STORM: Sussex County Department of Public Safety
The first major storm of winter 2026 could bring travel to a crawl and widespread power outages across Sussex County and the mid-Atlantic region later this weekend, with forecasters predicting as much a foot of snow, along with ice and rain, before temperatures plummet into the teens and single digits to end January. The National…
Read MoreUnemployment in Delaware Increased in December While Sussex County Saw Decrease
Unemployment in Delaware has increased from 4.9% in November to 5.2% in December – while the national average decreased from 4.5% in November to 4.4% in December. In Sussex County unemployment dropped from 5.4% in November to 5.1% in December. The Department of Labor shows that there were 26,600 unemployed Delawareans in December 2025 compared…
Read MoreUPDATED: Two Charged after Shooting Incident in Cordova
UPDATED – 0/23/26 – Two people have been charged in connection with an accidental shooting that occurred in Cordova on January 4th after a preliminary investigation indicated that a 2 year old got a hold of a firearm and discharged a round into a 4 year old sibling – striking them in the leg. The Talbot…
Read MoreWINTER STORM: Staying Safe in Cold WeatherÂ
From weather.gov:Â Â Extremely cold air comes every winter into at least part of the country and affects millions of people across the United States. The arctic air can be dangerous. Combined with brisk winds, dangerously cold wind chill values can result. Be prepared before the cold weather…
Read MoreWINTER STORM: AAA Storm Safety Tips
With a major winter storm packing snow, ice, freezing rain and arctic temperatures in the forecast for Delaware. AAA is reminding drivers to stay weather-aware and is offering safe driving reminders and tips on how drivers should prepare for wintry conditions. The storm is predicted to move into the region late Saturday evening and extending through the…
Read MoreWINTER STORM: Dewey Beach
We are expecting freezing rain, ice, and snow in Dewey Beach starting in the early morning hours of Sunday, January 25th, and continuing through Monday morning. 3-5 inches of snow accumulation is possible. Click here for the current NOAA weather report.  Our essential workers, including the Dewey Beach Police Department and our Maintenance Team, will be working during…
Read MorePump Prices Remain Low During Slow Driving Season
As winter weather grips much of the nation and fewer drivers hit the road, gas prices remain low with the national average at $2.85. Gasoline demand is lowest during this time of year, keeping the price of crude oil in the high $50 – low $60 range. Demand begins to ramp up toward the end…
Read MoreHurlock Man Arrested for Setting Multiple Fires During Christmas Eve Domestic Dispute
In Dorchester County, Deputy State Fire Marshals have arrested a Hurlock man after determining he intentionally set multiple fires inside a home during an argument and physical altercation with his mother on Christmas Eve. Authorities say Matthew B. Haigis set several fires while his mother was still inside the residence on Skinners Run Road. Firefighters…
Read MoreGovernor Meyer Delivers 2026 State of the State Address
Governor Matt Meyer delivered his 2026 State of the State Address this afternoon. The Governor, along with addressing challenges including climate change, political division, as well as issues related to the cost of living, highlighted the positives… Â A large portion of his speech focused on work that is being done in the areas…
Read MoreWINTER STORM: Delaware, Maryland Officials Urging Preparedness Ahead of Potentially Major Winter Storm
Storm Forecast–Update 01/22/26: Although the forecast is subject to change, AccuWeather Meteorologist Joe Lundberg tells the Talk of Delmarva’s Mike Bradley show– how much snow is expected at this point… Right along the coast including Ocean City, Maryland, the precipitation is expected eventually to turn over to rain for a period of time. From…
Read MoreCambridge, MD Police Investigating Attempted Carjacking
Cambridge Police are investigating an attempted carjacking that happened at Burger King on Ocean Gateway. Police responded to that location around 9:42 p.m. on January 19th. The victim told police that two Black males, about 20 years old, wearing black clothing and face masks, approached his vehicle after leaving the store. One of the men…
Read MoreGovernor Moore Announces $164M in Funding to Support Hospital Surge Care
Governor Wes Moore has announced $164 million in hospital surge funding to support access to care amid high rates of respiratory illness in Maryland. The Health Services Cost Review Commission, an independent state agency that works to ensure access to high-value, affordable health care, approved the funding to assist hospitals that are strained by an…
Read MoreMaryland expands Primary Care Program services
The Maryland Department of Health is expanding advanced primary care delivery throughout the state. The expansion of these programs will help Marylanders access primary care more quickly, more effectively manage chronic conditions and reduce unnecessary hospital visits. Approximately 1.2 million Marylanders who are enrolled in Medicare and Medicaid could benefit from these advanced primary care…
Read MoreApartment Fire in Salisbury; Resident Displaced
A resident has been displaced after an apartment fire occurred yesterday in Salisbury. The blaze broke out at a six unit, one story, senior apartment complex–on Taft Court–Apartment D in Salisbury. According to the Office of the Maryland State Fire Marshal, the fire was accidental as a result of improperly discarded smoking materials.The smoke and…
Read MoreBill Introduced to Increase Delaware’s Child and Dependent Care Expense Tax Credit
Lawmakers have introduced House Bill 274 to expand Delaware’s Child and Dependent Care Expense Tax Credit, increasing the state match from 50% to 100% of the federal credit. The legislation, sponsored by Rep. Melanie Ross Levin and Sen. Elizabeth “Tizzy” Lockman, aims to provide greater financial relief to working families and caregivers facing rising care…
Read MoreUPDATED: Ongoing Investigation of Police-Involved Shooting in Salisbury
UPDATED–01/21/26: The Salisbury Police Department has issued a follow-up statement on the officer-involved shooting that occurred on November 2, 2025. 40-year-old David Evans was transported to a local hospital where he was later pronounced dead. The Independent Investigation Division (IID) of the Maryland Office of the Attorney General continues to investigate the incident. Anyone with…
Read MoreSchool Bus Driver Charged With Patronizing Prostitute
Dover Police have arrested a 62-year-old Dover man on charges of patronizing a prostitute earlier this month. While a local school district employee was reviewing video while investigating an unrelated incident on a school bus, the employee discovered footage showing the driver–Alvin Rohm– picking up a female in the area of Governors Avenue at Loockerman…
Read MoreAffordability Package Introduced to Reduce the Financial Burden on Struggling Delaware Residents
State Representative Lyndon Yearick is advancing a package of four bills aimed at easing financial pressure on low- and moderate-income Delawareans. The proposals include: expanding the Earned Income Tax Credit, doubling the retirement income tax exclusion for eligible retirees, increasing the Child and Dependent Care Credit for working families, and reducing realty transfer taxes for…
Read MoreGovernor Moore Releases Fiscal Year 2027 Proposed Budget
Maryland Governor Wes Moore this morning released the Moore-Miller Administration’s proposed FY 2027 budget, focusing on three core priorities: protecting Marylanders, lowering costs for families, and boosting economic competitiveness. The plan includes nearly $900 million in cost-saving measures, no new taxes or fees, and reduces government operating expenses by $154 million. Key highlights include record…
Read MoreWorcester County Commissioners Name Edward Welch New Procurement Officer
The Worcester County Commissioners have appointed Edward Welch to serve as the procurement officer with Worcester County Government (WCG). Welch, a military veteran, brings more than three decades of experience from his 32-year career with Perdue. Chief Administrative Officer Weston Young says Ed will be a major asset to the county, citing his professionalism, leadership,…
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