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New Year’s Day Ranks Among Deadliest Days on U.S. Roadways
The New Year’s holiday consistently ranks among the year’s deadliest days for alcohol-related traffic fatalities. “According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) 13,384 people died in drunk driving crashes in 2021.” Jana Tidwell, who is the manager of Public and Government Affairs for AAA Mid-Atlantic says with many people celebrating the New Year and then…
Read MoreEaston, Maryland Man Dies in Two-Vehicle Crash in Queen Anne’s County
One person is dead, and two others were injured after a two-vehicle crash that occurred today in Queen Anne’s County. Shortly before noon, Maryland State Police responded to the area of Ocean Gateway (Route 50) and Pippin Farm Lane. According to a preliminary investigation, a Dodge Caravan, driven by 24-year-old Kathleen Strawbridge of Glen Burnie,…
Read MoreGovernor Moore Makes Announces Appointments to the Governor’s Commission on South Asian American Affairs
Governor Wes Moore today announced appointments to the Governor’s Commission on South Asian American Affairs, the body that advises the administration and state agencies on issues relating to Maryland’s rapidly growing South Asian American community. Gurpreet “Preet” Takhar will serve as chair. According to the Office of the Governor, the appointees represent diverse ethnic backgrounds and professional…
Read MoreUS Wind Initiates Discussions with Delaware Coastal Towns Regarding Benefits to Residents
US Wind, Inc. has formally presented to the Delaware Association of Coastal Towns (“ACT”) a package that it affirms will benefit coastal residents. The ACT communities of Henlopen Acres, Rehoboth Beach, Dewey Beach, Bethany Beach, and South Bethany have begun to evaluate the offer and will proceed with discussions through their respective public meeting processes.…
Read MoreUPDATE: Building Fire in Salisbury Leaves Three Occupants Displaced
UPDATED 12/28/23–11:40 a.m. –The Talk of Delmarva has learned that the building fire that occurred early this morning on East Philadelphia Avenue in Salisbury has left three occupants displaced. The American Red Cross is assisting them. The blaze occurred about 5 a.m. and took about 20 minutes for crews to get it under control. There…
Read MoreMaryland Flag to be Lowered to Half-Staff Saturday to Honor Life of Former Secretary of the Department of Agriculture
Governor Wes Moore has ordered the Maryland Flag be lowered to half-staff from sunrise to sunset, Saturday, December 30th. This is for former Secretary of the Department of Agriculture, Henry Allan “Bud” Virts, who passed away on Wednesday, December 13th. Henry Allan “Bud” Virts was the Secretary of the Department of Agriculture from 1998-2001.
Read More2024 Delaware Ag Week Promises Networking and Latest Innovations
Delaware’s agricultural industry looks forward to the annual Delaware Ag Week at the Delaware State Fairgrounds in Harrington from January 8 – 11, 2024. Secretary of Agriculture Michael T. Scuse says Ag Week is the largest venue where Delaware farmers, agribusinesses, and subject matter experts can network and learn about the latest innovations and research…
Read MoreThree Month Investigation Leads to Arrest of Cambridge Man for Arson
Deputy State Fire Marshals have arrested a 31-year-old Cambridge man for arson and numerous other charges stemming from an arson fire on September 23rd of this year at 406 Muir Street in Cambridge. Following a thorough three month long criminal investigation conducted by Deputy State Fire Marshals, Roberto O’Donald Gross was identified and then located today in…
Read MoreUPDATED: GoFundMe Set Up for Family after Christmas Day House Fire Near Salisbury
UPDATED – 12/27/23 – GoFundMe set up to help the Wentz Family after Christmas Day house fire. https://www.gofundme.com/f/wentz-family-house-fire-fund =========================================================== ORIGINAL STORY – 12/26/23 – A residential fire is under investigation by the Maryland State Fire Marshal. Firefighters from Fruitland were called to Coulbourn Mill Road near Salisbury just after noon on Christmas Day. Crews arriving…
Read MoreGovernor Moore Announces Appointments to the Governor’s Commission on Hispanic Affairs
Governor Wes Moore today announced appointments to the Governor’s Commission on Hispanic Affairs, filling critical vacancies on the commission and bringing together a range of professional and cultural expertise to advise the administration on behalf of Maryland’s Hispanic and Latino communities. According to the Office of the Governor, those communities collectively represent the state’s fast-growing…
Read MoreTown of Ocean City Named a Bronze-level Bicycle Friendly Community by the League of American Bicyclists
As 2023 ends, the Town of Ocean City, Maryland has been named a Bronze-level Bicycle Friendly Community by the League of American Bicyclists. Ocean City joins 506 communities nationwide in the movement for safer streets and better bicycling for everyone. The award recognizes the Town of Ocean City’s commitment to creating transportation and recreational resources…
Read MoreDelaware State Police Investigating Shooting in Ellendale Neighborhood
Delaware State Police are investigating a shooting that occurred yesterday morning in a neighborhood in Ellendale. Police say that on December 26th at shortly after 7 a.m., troopers responded to a home on New Hope Road for a report of a shooting. When troopers arrived, they learned that a 65-year-old man, a 34-year-old man and…
Read MoreDover Police Announce Arrest of 20-Year-Old Dover Man for Random Shootings, Murder
The Dover Police Department today announced the arrest of 20-year-old Jaquan Fletcher of Dover for the murder of a 42-year-old barber and family man– Frederick Tolson as well as two related shootings. The murder occurred on Ann Avenue on December 14th. Police say that at 8:45 p.m. on the 14th, police were called to the…
Read MoreWorcester County Sheriff’s Office Looking for Man Wanted for Assault
The Worcester County Sheriff’s Office is looking for a man who is wanted on a District Court Arrest Warrant to face charges of Assault-2nd Degree. Gavin Stevens’ last known address was 403 West Street, Berlin, Maryland. He is a white man, about 5’10 and 175 pounds. If you know where Gavin Stevens is, please contact…
Read MoreWicomico County Sheriff’s Office Warns of Phone Scam
The Wicomico County Sheriff’s Office has been made aware of a telephone scam. The person who calls claims that he is a deputy with the Wicomico County Sheriff’s Office and advises the citizen that he/she owes money. The Wicomico County Sheriff’s Office will never contact citizens and request money over the phone. Anyone receiving one…
Read MoreSupply Chain Issues, Small Fleet Leads to Delays in Salisbury Trash Collection Routes
If you live in Salisbury, the Department of Field Operations wants to inform you that they are currently experiencing unprecedented challenges with their trash collection routes. This has resulted in delays and some routes being picked up the following day and potentially the day after. Due to these ongoing maintenance issues with their trucks, the…
Read MoreMillsboro Man Sentenced for Sexual Abuse of Minor
22-year-old Millsboro man has been sentenced to 20 years in prison by a Wicomico County judge. Tyler Lecates previously pleaded guilty on July 28th of this year to Sexual Abuse of a Minor and Rape in the Second Degree. In 2019, Lecates sexually abused a minor within his household. The victim was under the age…
Read MoreQueen Anne, Maryland Man Arrested for Two Separate Assaults
A 33-year-old Queen Anne, Maryland man has been arrested for an assault with a firearm that occurred on Cannery Road in Queen Anne, Talbot County. According to the Talbot County Sheriff’s Office, investigators interviewed someone who reported being a victim of two separate assaults that occurred in September and October. Investigators learned the first incident…
Read MoreGovernor Moore Announces Appointments to the Governor’s Commission on Asian Pacific American Affairs
Governor Wes Moore today announced appointments to the Governor’s Commission on Asian Pacific American Affairs, which advises the governor on issues that affect Maryland’s Asian-Pacific Americans. Yang Yu will serve as chair. According to the Office of the Governor, the new appointees bring direct ties to a range of Asian Pacific countries, deep track records…
Read MoreMaryland Department of Transportation Congratulates Communities Across Maryland on Receiving Federal Grants
The Maryland Department of Transportation congratulates 17 counties and municipalities in Maryland including the City of Cambridge for their selection to receive more than $28 million in Fiscal Year 2023 Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) grants. The SS4A grants will be used for implementation, planning and demonstration projects to improve safety and help prevent…
Read MoreMilford Police New Headquarters Facility Fully Operational
The Milford Police Department has successfully moved into their new headquarters facility and is fully operational. The new address is 401 NE Front Street. The Milford PD can still be reached at 911 for emergencies or (302) 422-8081 for non-emergencies. Image from the Milford Police Department
Read MoreLaurel Woman Arrested on Charges of Felony Assault
A Laurel woman has been arrested for felony assault after a domestic incident Thursday morning in Seaford. Police were called to North Street around 10:30 Thursday morning and police learned 42-year-old Tracy Wagner of Laurel went to her ex-boyfriend’s home after being instructed by troopers the night before that she was not permitted on the…
Read MoreMillsboro Man Arrested on Felony Gun and Drug Charges
Delaware State Police have arrested a 38-year-old Millsboro man following a DUI investigation on Saturday evening in Millsboro. Police say Bradley Schneider was arrested on felony guns and drug charges. The arrested happened after a traffic stop in the area of Indian Mission Road and John J. Williams Highway due to multiple violations that endangered the…
Read MoreCrash Leads to Arrest for DUI & Weapons Offenses
A Bridgeville man on a moped was arrested after a crash in the area of Gravel Hill and Webb Roads near Milton Friday night around 7. Delaware State Police say a Georgetown Police officer detained 33 year old Michael Lewis when he tried to leave the scene of the crash. A trooper observed signs of…
Read MoreJuvenile Charged after Assault at Lake Forest HS
A 14 year old student from Lake Forest High School turned herself in to Delaware State Police after an assault at the school on Tuesday, December 19. Police say the teen went into a classroom and assaulted another 14 year old student punching her and stomping on the victim’s head. The suspect was detained by…
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