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Police Chase in Sussex County Leads to Arrest of 41-year-Old for 5th Offense DUI, Among Other Offenses
Delaware State Police have arrested 41-year-old Lee Books on multiple charges, including 5th offense DUI, following a pursuit through Sussex County Tuesday night. Police say that at 12:10 a.m. on February 20th, a trooper on patrol on John J. Williams Highway in the area of Banks Road saw a black Ford Explorer swerving off the road while…
Read MoreOcean City, MD Rejects Monetary Offer from US Wind to Silence Negative Comments to Offshore Wind Turbine Issue
Recently, US Wind, the company planning to build 940 tall wind turbines as close as 10.9 miles off the coast of Ocean City, has engaged in discussions with Delaware Resort Communities offering them Community Benefit Packages. The packages offer payments up to $2 million dollars to be dispersed to these communities over a 20-year period.…
Read MoreOfficials Discuss Need for Transparency and Collaboration to Implement Blueprint for Education in Worcester County
Improving the quality of education in Maryland is the goal of Maryland’s Blueprint for Education. Regarding the implementation of the Blueprint in Worcester County Public Schools, State Accountability and Implementation Board (AIB) members outlined local responsibilities during a virtual meeting with the commissioners and Board of Education leaders. Worcester County Commissioner President Chip Bertino said…
Read MoreUPDATE: Victim Identified; Delaware State Police Investigating Fatal Two-Vehicle Crash in Georgetown
UPDATED 2/21/24: Delaware State Police have identified 44-year-old Shane Durham of Lewes as the man who died in a two-vehicle crash involving a Chrysler 300 and a Mack garbage truck that occurred yesterday in Georgetown. The Delaware State Police Troop 7 Collision Reconstruction Unit continues to investigate this incident. Previous Post from 2/20/24: A 44-year-old Lewes man is…
Read MoreFight at Dover High School Leads to Arrest of 15-Year-Old
A fight between two teenage boys at Dover High School has led to the arrest of a 15-year-old from Dover. Police say the fight started just before noon yesterday between the 15-year-old and a 17-year-old. During the incident, the 15-year-old displayed a pocket knife and swung it at the victim, causing the victim to sustain…
Read MoreSerious Industrial Accident in Millsboro Under Investigation
Witnesses Sought Following Fatal Pedestrian Crash in Salisbury
Maryland State Police are looking for witnesses to a crash overnight Friday that killed a pedestrian in Wicomico County. The victim was identified as 42-year-old Briece Antwoine Joynes of Fruitland, who died of his injuries at TidalHealth Peninsula Regional. Crash investigators were notified that the pedestrian had been hit on Nanticoke Road near Willow Creek…
Read MoreChild Abuse and Assault Case Sentencing in Wicomico County
38-year-old Brian Fitchett has been sentenced to 35 years for Assault in the First Degree and child abuse offenses. The sentencing took place in the Circuit Court for Wicomico County. Last month, a Wicomico County jury convicted Fitchett of First-Degree Assault and Child Abuse-Second Degree. According to the Office of the State’s Attorney for Wicomico…
Read MoreSussex County Council Presents Perimeter Buffer Ordinance Update
The Sussex County Council today discussed perimeter buffers, and one of the areas of focus is on space needed when woodlands are present and protecting existing trees. County Administrator Todd Lawson says the ordinance regarding perimeter buffers is the top-ranked priority for the County Council. Lawson previously gave a high-level update on what they were…
Read MoreDelDOT Launches New Podcast
DelDOT has launched its new podcast, “On the Move with DelDOT,” that will focus on transportation-related issues around the state. The first episode is now available and is a discussion on roundabouts with DelDOT Deputy Secretary and Chief Engineer ShantĂ© Hastings. DelDOT joins a number of transportation agencies around the country that are communicating via podcasts to…
Read MoreHarp Seal Rescue Near Indian River Inlet Bridge
A young male harp seal after being rescued by Marine Education Research and Rehabilitation (MERR) earlier this month is currently undergoing rehabilitation at the National Aquarium in Baltimore, where he will receive expert care on his road to recovery. The seal is estimated to be about one year old and appeared to be alert, vocal,…
Read MoreDover Man Arrested on Firearm Charges
City of Rehoboth Beach Increases Parking, Rental Tax Rates
The Rehoboth Beach Board of Commissioners this week voted unanimously to raise the hourly parking meter rate, parking permit fees, and the rental tax rate. Commissioners adopted a citywide seasonal meter parking rate of $4/hour, up from $3/hour. Parking permit fees were increased approximately 30% across the board. Permit fees for the 2024 season, May…
Read MoreUpdate: Victim Identified; 81-Year-Old Woman Dies from Injuries Sustained in Two-Vehicle Crash
UPDATED 2-20-24: Delaware State Police have identified 81-year-old Sylvia Deleon of Millsboro as the woman who died from injuries sustained in a two-vehicle crash that occurred earlier this month in Laurel. The Delaware State Police Troop 7 Collision Reconstruction Unit continues to investigate this incident. Previous Post: An 81-year-old woman has died from injuries that she sustained in…
Read MoreHouse Fire in Preston Ruled Accidental
A fire that occurred at a two-story, wood-framed, single-family home in Preston has been ruled accidental. The blaze broke out at about 2 p.m. at the house on Newton Road. According to the Maryland Office of the State Fire Marshal, the owner was using a propane torch to burn weeds adjacent to the dwelling which…
Read MoreShots Fired at Dover Home; Investigation Underway
Dover Police are investigating a shooting that resulted in a home being damaged Monday night on Slaughter Street. Dover Police was called shortly before 10:30 p.m. to the area of Simon Circle for the report of shots fired. Officers found several shell casings on Slaughter Street and determined that a home on that street had…
Read MoreAttorneys General Calling on FDA to Protect Children from Lead and Other Toxic Metals in Baby Food
Following the over 400 recent lead poisoning cases connected to recalled Cinnamon Applesauce Pouches, a coalition of 20 Attorneys General including Delaware Attorney General Kathy Jennings and Maryland Attorney General Anthony Brown are calling on the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to take urgent action to protect babies and young children nationwide from lead…
Read MoreDover Man Arrested for 7th Offense DUI
Dover Police have arrested a 44-year-old Dover man for his 7th DUI offense. Police arrested Jermaine Caldwell following a traffic stop Sunday night. A Patrol Officer saw a vehicle run a red light at the intersection of South DuPont Highway and River Road. The officer initiated a traffic stop on the vehicle however the vehicle…
Read MoreFrederica Woman Arrested for Child Abuse at Felton Child Care Facility
A Frederica woman has been charged in a reported child abuse case. According to Felton Police, the reported abuse occurred at a child care facility on Ludlow Lane in Felton. Police were dispatched to that location on Monday, January 29th after 5 p.m. Felton PD conducted a 3-week long investigation with the assistance of the…
Read MoreLt. Governor Hall-Long Outlines Recommendations to Protect State Retiree Healthcare, Foster Fiscal Sustainability
The crucial issue of making sure state retirees get the healthcare they need was the focus of a joint House and Senate Health Committee hearing this week. Leading the charge is Lieutenant Governor Bethany Hall-Long, chairing the Retiree Healthcare Benefits Advisory Subcommittee. She outlined her recommendations to protect state retiree healthcare. Subcommittee recommendations include: Limiting…
Read MoreDelDOT Traffic Alert: Upcoming Road Closure in Dewey Beach
Fenwick Island Appoints New Town Manager
The Town of Fenwick Island has appointed a new Town Manager. Lori Dabbondanza will assume her role as Town Manager on April 8th following Pat Schuchman’s retirement. According to the Town, Lori has 27 years of invaluable experience supporting local government. Prior to joining Fenwick Island in December 2023, Lori served as the Senior Executive…
Read MoreStudent Health Needs Addressed With New Vending Machine at Salisbury University
Salisbury University students now have ongoing access to needed medications thanks to a new 24-hour “Wellness to Go” vending machine. Director of SU Student Health Services Lindsey Parker says they hope the wellness vending machine allows students to get helpful items for their symptoms even when the office is closed. SU Student Health Services will oversee…
Read More18-Year-Old Charged With DUI Among Other Offenses After Single-Vehicle Crash in Frankford
An 18-year-old from Selbyville has been arrested after a hit and run crash that happened in the area of Old Mill Bridge Road, north of Millers Neck Road in Frankford early Saturday morning. Aidan Cooper faces DUI, drug, and gun charges. Police say he was driving a gray Dodge Charger which was found disabled with the…
Read MoreDover Woman Arrested for Aggravated Menacing
A conflict between neighbors ended with a Dover woman charged with aggravated menacing and terroristic threatening. Delaware State Police were called to Diemidio Drive in Dover just after 1 Saturday morning and learned from the victim that 43 year old Jennifer Neil unplugged a power cord he was using and began taking the cord into…
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