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UPDATED: Delaware E-ZPass Website Back Online
UPDATED – 11/10/26 – TransCore, DelDOT’s third-party vendor responsible for operating the Delaware E-ZPass system and providing security services, has restored customer access to the Delaware E-ZPass website. The website had been offline since October 31, when TransCore detected a potential security threat. Transactions during the outage are delayed and TransCore is working to update…
Read MoreMaryland Flags Ordered to Half-Staff on Thursday, Nov 12
Governor Wes Moore ordered the Maryland Flag lowered to half-staff from sunrise to sunset, Thursday, November 12. This is the day of the funeral service for former State Delegate Dennis C. McCoy, who passed away on Saturday, October 31. Dennis C. McCoy represented Legislative District 44 in the House of Delegates from 1975 to 1986…
Read MoreRoutine Inspection of Both Route 90 Bridges into Ocean City Begin Next Week in Worcester County
Maryland Transportation officials will begin routine inspections of the Route 90 Bridges over the St. Martin River and Assawoman Bay in Worcester County on Monday, November 16. Weather permitting – the work should be completed by Friday, November 20. Drivers should expect single-lane closures between 8am and 5pm while the crews inspect the bridges.
Read MoreUPDATED: DSP Identify Victim in Two-Vehicle Fatal Crash West of Millsboro
UPDATED – 11/10/26 – Delaware State Police has identified 71-year-old Kathleen Reed of Frankford, Delaware, as the woman who died in the two-vehicle fatal crash on Monday morning in Millsboro ============================================= ORIGINAL STORY – 11/09/26 – A crash around 7 Monday morning west of Millsboro has left one person dead and 3 injured. Delaware State…
Read MoreGeorgetown Town Council Approves Repeal of Cottage Housing Ordinance; Town Manager Announces Retirement
Georgetown Town Hall was crowded for Monday night’s town council meeting. Over a dozen residents spoke during public comment – most to discuss the main topic of the meeting – a proposed repeal of the Cottage Housing ordinance – which many speakers supported. When the ordinance came up for it’s second reading and vote, Councilman…
Read More3 Cats Die in Hurlock House Fire: Under Investigation
An investigation into a fire Sunday around noon at a home on Wrights Wharf Road in Hurlock is continuing. Officials say a smoke alarm was activated and that the fire began in the kitchen. Investigators have not recovered evidence of a criminal act and cannot rule out an electrical malfunction. Fire officials were able to…
Read MoreDelaware Receives Over $160-million through Rural Health Transformation Program
Delaware will receive over $160-million in second-year federal funding through the Rural Health Transformation Program. This builds on the over $150-million the First State received in the program’s first year to advance projects focused on improving access to care, lowering costs, growing the health care workforce and preparing providers for the future. Nearly 400,000 Delawareans…
Read MoreUPDATED: 2 Arrested in Halloween Shooting Incident in Newark Near UD Campus
UPDATED – 11/09/26 – Newark Police have made 2 arrests in the shooting incident just after 11pm on Halloween night in the area of East Main Street and Choate Street in downtown Newark. During a press conference Monday afternoon, Police Chief Mark Farrall said that they learned before Halloween of possible large gatherings or ‘take over…
Read MoreLewes-Rehoboth Canal Dredge About 1/3 Complete
A dredging project through the US Army Corps of Engineers at the Lewes-Rehoboth Canal began in October and is about one-third of the way complete. Steve Rochette of the USACE tells the Talk of Delmarva that it’s hoped the $9.6-million project will be completed by the start of the new year – weather permitting. The…
Read MoreCity of Salisbury Veterans Day Closures
The City of Salisbury announces that City offices will be closed on Wednesday, November 11, 2026, in observance of Veterans Day. Trash and recycling collection will operate on its regular schedule, with no changes to scheduled pickup services. The Salisbury Zoo will remain open on Veterans Day for residents and visitors to enjoy. …
Read MoreFuneral Services Sunday for OCVFC’s Stephen Cropper
Funeral services will take place today for former Assistant Chief Stephen Cropper – a member of the Ocean City Volunteer Fire Company for over 60 years. Visitation is from noon to 2pm followed by a memorial service at 2pm at Station 5 in West Ocean City. Expect traffic delays and some rerouting in the area…
Read MoreEastbound Bay Bridge Closed for Bay Bridge Run Sunday
A reminder – the eastbound span on the Bay Bridge is closed for this morning’s Bay Bridge Run – the only time you can cross the bridge on foot! All drivers are using the westbound span for 2-way traffic until at least 2 this afternoon. The first wave of runners will begin at 7am in…
Read MoreCoordinated Community Drive Launched by Milford School District to Support Lulu Ross Elementary School
Milford School District is launching a coordinated community donation drive to support students, teachers and staff of Lulu Ross Elementary School after the devastating fire on October 25th. There are many ways to help – shopping teacher wish lists, donating school supplies, sponsoring a classroom, financial contribution, community supply drive. CLICK HERE FOR THE ROSS…
Read MoreVETERANS DAY EVENTS 2026
VETERANS DAY EVENTS Wed, Nov 11 – Statewide – DART First State joins our nation in honoring the brave men and women who have served in the United States Armed Forces. In recognition of their courage, sacrifice, and unwavering commitment to protecting our freedoms, DART is offering free rides for Veterans on all statewide bus services.…
Read MoreSussex County Council Meeting, Nov 10 – Canceled
Tuesday’s Sussex County Council meeting has been canceled. The next meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, November 17. There is also a Route 9 Corridor Study Public Work Shop scheduled for 5pm on November 17 at the Cheer Center on Sand Hill Road in Georgetown. The Sussex County Planning & Zoning Department and staff from the…
Read MoreDelaware House Republican Caucus Selects Leadership for 154th General Assembly
The Delaware House Republican Caucus has selected its leaders for the 154th General Assembly. Representative Danny Short of Seaford, the most tenured member of the State House, was chosen as House Minority Leader. Representative Valerie Jones Giltner of Georgetown was selected a the House Minority Whip. This is her first leadership position with the caucus. …
Read MoreDE AG Jennings Wins Ruling Protecting Crucial Law Enforcement Funding
Delaware AG Kathy Jennings announced Friday a court victory that protects over $1-million in congressionally authorized public safety grants to Delaware – including grants intended to keep law enforcement officers safe and fight crime. This ruling by District of Rhode Island Chief Judge John McConnell blocks the federal government’s imposition of immigration-enforcement conditions on those…
Read MoreCaroline County Sheriff’s Deputies Arrest Dover Man for Child Neglect & DUI
On Wednesday, Caroline County Sheriff’s Deputies were called to the area of Marydel and Lepore Roads west of Marydel for a vehicle blocking the roadway – with an unconscious driver. Deputies contacted the driver, 40 year old Steven Hickman of Dover – and also found his two children inside the vehicle. Deputies observed signs of impairment,…
Read MoreAG Anthony Brown Announces Settlement with Eastern Shore Landlord Over Alleged Housing Voucher Discrimination
Maryland Attorney General Anthony Brown Friday announced a settlement with Disney Properties, LLC. The Salisbury-based landlord owns, operates of manages about 100 rental properties on the Eastern Shore. The AG’s Civil Rights Division’s settlement resolves allegations of unlawful housing discrimination based on source of income. The company must pay $100,000 in civil penalties and made…
Read MoreEaston Man Arrested for Malicious Destruction of Property
An Easton man has been arrested on multiple counts of malicious destruction of property. Easton Police say that just after 4am Friday officers saw potted plants, gourds and pumpkins smashed along the sidewalk and in the road on Harrison Street. While removing debris from the roadway – other damage was located – including a shattered…
Read MorePublic Meetings Set for Burton Neighborhood Infrastructure Projects in Lewes
The City of Lewes will hold two workshop meetings for residents and property owners along Burton, DuPont, Johnson and Paynter to review concept drawings, ask questions and provide feedback on this already approved infrastructure improvement project. There will be a workshop on Tuesday, November 10 from 5 to 7pm for DuPont nd Paynter Avenues. The…
Read MoreDelaware Senate Republican Caucus Elects Leadership Team for 154th General Assembly Session
The Delaware State Senate Republican Caucus has voted to retain its leadership team for the upcoming 154th General Assembly. Senator Gerald Hocker of Ocean View was re-elected to his 5th term as Republican Leader and Senator Brian Pettyjohn of Georgetown was re-elected to his 4th term as Republican Whip. The elections took place Friday morning.…
Read MoreNewly Elected Ocean City Mayor Matt James and Council Members Sworn-in
Thursday night Ocean City’s new Mayor, Matt James, was sworn into office. It’s been 20 years since Ocean City voters elected new leadership and farewell remarks honoring Mayor Rick Meehan for his 41 years of service to the City – 20 of them as Mayor – were given before the newly elected Mayor and Council…
Read MoreMD DNR Seeks Public Comment for Proposed Changes to Regulations on Maryland Native Reptiles and Amphibians
The Maryland Department of Natural Resources is taking public comment on proposed changes to native reptile and amphibian regulations. These regulations are designed to protect the species – and would prohibit collection of native reptiles and amphibians from the wild and limit possession, breeding, sale and trade except by special permit. Anyone who legally possesses…
Read MoreDelDOT Urges Drivers to Protect Crash Responders
DelDOT is observing National Crash Responder Safety Week, with Governor Matt Meyer issuing a proclamation urging motorists to protect emergency and transportation workers. This year’s theme is “Slow Down, Move Over. Lives are on the Line!” Drivers are reminded to slow down, move over when approaching emergency vehicles, and remain alert around crash scenes. DelDOT…
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