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Salisbury Pride Crosswalks to Become Neutral with Upcoming Roadway Improvement Project
Salisbury’s “pride crosswalks” which have been in place near the Wicomico County Library since 2018, will go away with upcoming roadwork.  Salisbury Mayor Randy Taylor, in a letter to the citizens of Salisbury on Friday, said that when the upcoming milling and paving work on Market Street between Main and South Division is done, the…
Read MoreUPDATED: Right Whale Slow Zone off Ocean City Extended Through Nov 20
UPDATED – 11/07/25 – On November 5, 2025, the Ocean City buoy operated by the Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution and University of Maryland Center for Environmental Science re-detected the presence of right whales east of Ocean City, Maryland. The right whale Slow Zone is in effect through November 20, 2025. As a reminder, one additional…
Read MoreUPDATED: Quantico Man Sentenced to 50 Years in Attempted First Degree Murder of Step-Daughter
UPDATED – 11/07/25 –Â A Quantico man has been sentenced to fifty years in prison for the attempted first degree murder of his step-daughter. On Thursday, 71 year old McKinley Cornish was sentenced by Chief Judge of the Circuit Court of Wicomico County, Kathleen Beckstead for attempted first degree murder, firearms charges and related offenses. After…
Read MoreKent County Backyard Poultry Flock Presumptive Positive for Avian Influenza
A backyard poultry flock in Kent County has returned a presumptive positive for avian influenza. Delaware Department of Agriculture officials have quarantined the affected premises and are monitoring a mixed species flock which has experienced a high death rate. The remaining poultry are being depopulated to prevent spread of the disease. This is the first…
Read MoreDHSS First State Food Relief Funds Arrived to Delawareans’ EBT Cards Friday Morning
The first First State Food Relief Funds from the State of Delaware – totaling about $5.2-million – were loaded onto the EBT cards of nearly 60,000 Delawareans this morning. This funding represents about 25% of an individual or household’s normal monthly SNAP benefit. This is time-limited support to protect eligible Delawareans’ access to food as…
Read MoreSenators Coons and Cotton Lead Bipartisan Push to Protect U.S. Dominance in Artificial Intelligence
Delaware Senator Chris Coons and Arkansas Senator Tom Cotton have introduced a bipartisan resolution aimed at preserving America’s leadership in artificial intelligence. The measure stresses that U.S. dominance in AI is critical to national security, economic growth, and global stability. The resolution applauds current efforts to block China’s access to advanced chips and calls for…
Read MoreTwo Camden, DE Residents Arrested in Easton Walmart Theft Case
Easton, Maryland Police have arrested a Camden, Delaware man for stealing over $2,000 in merchandise. On November 2nd, police responded to Walmart for a report of a suspicious person suspected of theft. When officers arrived, they saw the individual–identified as 51-year-old Joshua Medler running through the parking lot toward Dover Road. Through the investigation, police…
Read MoreGovernor Moore Signs Executive Order Establishing the Maryland Horse Industry Strategic Plan
Governor Wes Moore has signed an executive order formally establishing the Maryland Horse Industry Strategic Plan to guide the future of Maryland’s $2.9 billion equine sector. The initiative marks a historic step toward unifying the state’s diverse horse community under a single, coordinated vision for growth, sustainability, and collaboration. Governor Moore says Maryland’s horse industry…
Read MoreTwo Dover Teens Arrested For Firearm Charges Following Traffic Stop
Dover Police have arrested two teenagers from Dover, on firearm charges following a traffic stop on Wednesday evening. At about 5:18 p.m., Dover Police Department’s Street Crimes Unit and Delaware Probation and Parole conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle in the area of North DuPont Highway and Townsend Boulevard for traffic offenses. As a…
Read MoreChicken House Fire in Rhodesdale, Dorchester County–Result of Arson
Through follow up investigation, Deputy State Fire Marshals have determined that the chicken house fire that occurred on November 4th on Cokesbury Road in Rhodesdale was the result of arson. Investigators have gathered evidence that the blaze that occurred at the 500′ by 40′ chicken house at that location was intentionally set. The 2 alarm…
Read MoreLow Humidity and Gusty Winds Create Elevated Fire Risk Across the Region
Forecasters are warning the public about an elevated risk of fire spread today across Delaware, the Eastern Shore of Maryland, and eastern Pennsylvania, according to the National Weather Service. Dry northwest winds of 10 to 15 miles per hour, with gusts up to 30, and low humidity levels between 30 and 40 percent could cause…
Read MoreUPDATE: Gold Alert Issued for Missing 73-Year-Old Lewes Man–Canceled
UPDATE: The Gold Alert for Larry Harrah, issued by DSP Troop 7, has been canceled. Larry has been found.  Original Post: Delaware State Police Troop 7 has issued a Gold Alert for 73-year-old Larry Harrah of Lewes. Larry was last seen in the area of Wil King Road in Lewes around 10:00 a.m. on…
Read MoreDemocrats Introduce Bill to Address Delaware’s Projected $400 Million Budget Shortfall
Democrat lawmakers have introduced legislation that would immediately address what they say is a projected $400 million budget shortfall caused by recent federal tax code changes under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA). Sponsored by Representative Kerri Evelyn Harris and Senator Bryan Townsend, House Bill 255 would separate Delaware’s tax code from certain parts…
Read MoreVehicle Passenger in Milton Charged with Disorderly Conduct and Resisting Arrest at Traffic Stop
In Milton, a 26-year-old passenger in a vehicle was arrested for Disorderly Conduct and Resisting Arrest following a traffic stop. Milton Police say an officer witnessed the vehicle fail to use a turn signal at the intersection of Union Street and Federal Street around 9 p.m. on October 30th. Police say during the stop, the…
Read MoreNew Report Highlights Toll of Lung Cancer in Delaware, Maryland
A new report from the American Lung Association highlights both progress and challenges in Maryland’s and Delaware’s fight against lung cancer. The 2025 State of Lung Cancer report shows that lung cancer remains the leading cause of cancer deaths in both states and across the nation. Maryland ranks among the top states for surgical treatment…
Read MorePotential Air Travel Disruptions During Holiday Season
With the holiday travel season on the horizon and many people planning trips, air travel is expected to face significant issues due to a combination of factors. Those factors include record-breaking passenger numbers, staffing shortages among air traffic controllers caused by a government shutdown, and potential weather disruptions. As a result, increased delays and cancellations…
Read MoreFood Bank of Delaware to Hold Mass Drive-Thru Distributions During November
If you are in need of food assistance, the Food Bank of Delaware will hold a series of three mass drive-thru distributions in each county later this month. These distributions are open to those who live in Delaware. You’ll need to bring proof that you live in Delaware (utility bill, rental agreement, Delaware ID, etc.).…
Read MoreAAA: Air Travelers Advised to Book Early as Dynamic Pricing Takes Off
 Many airlines have begun adopting a new fare pricing system known as the New Distribution Capability (NDC), developed by the International Air Transport Association (IATA). This technology enables dynamic pricing, allowing ticket costs to fluctuate frequently and vary by search location. As a result, traditional patterns of discounted fares are becoming less reliable. According…
Read MoreUPDATED: Sussex County Council Holds Public Hearing on CMF Cool Spring, LLC Tuesday Afternoon
UPDATED – 11/04/25 –Â The Sussex County Council met Tuesday – a meeting that heavily focused on land use. County Administrator Todd Lawson had a short discussion on the Land Use Reform Working Group recommendations and that they would begin to implement some of the more straight-forward recommendations in the near future. He told the Council…
Read MoreUPDATED: Fire Damages Dagsboro Business Tuesday Afternoon
Firefighters from Dagsboro were called for a structure fire at B & E Tire and Auto just after 3:30 Tuesday afternoon. Firefighters arriving at the scene found fire and smoke. Officials say the business was occupied and operating at the time of the fire – all occupants were able to escape without injury. Multiple companies…
Read MoreUPDATED: Pittsville Voters Return 3 Incumbents to Town Commission Tuesday
UPDATED – 11/04/25 –Â Â Three incumbents have been re-elected to the Pittsville town commission. David Carozza was the top vote-getter with 53 votes followed by Roland Adkins with 43. Michael O’Brien received 41 votes. Write-in candidate Ivory Smith won 39 votes. =========================================================== ORIGINAL STORY – 11/03/25 – Pittsville voters will go to the polls on Tuesday…
Read MoreUPDATED: Seaford Juvenile Arrested for Milford Bomb Threat; Milford Police Investigate Bomb Threat at Milford High School & Central Academy Monday Morning
UPDATED – 11/04/25 –Â Milford Police Detectives have identified the email sender in Monday’s bomb threat that led to the evacuation of both Milford Central Academy and Milford High School as a 13 year old boy from Seaford who was not a Milford School District student. An arrest warrant has been obtained and on Tuesday the…
Read MoreUPDATED: GOFUNDME Set up for Laurel Victim; Lewes Man Charged with Vehicular Assault & DUI After 3 Vehicle Crash Friday near Harbeson
UPDATED: 11/04/25 – A GoFundMe has been set up to help the 26 year old Laurel woman who was seriously injured in this crash.  ================================================================== ORIGINAL STORY – 11/03/25 – A Lewes man has been arrested following a three-vehicle crash Friday afternoon on Hollymount Road in Harbeson. Preliminary investigation by Delaware State Police shows a…
Read MoreCity of Rehoboth Beach Seeks Members for Boardwalk Historical Designation Task Force
The City of Rehoboth Beach is looking for applicants for the new Boardwalk Historic Designation Task Force. This task force of 7 to 9 people would acquire historic designations for the boardwalk by Delaware Public Archives and the National Register of Historic Places. Task force members would be chosen by the Mayor and confirmed by…
Read MoreDE Gov Meyer Launches Office of New Americans
Governor Matt Meyer has launched a new Delaware Office of New Americans. This new office is within the Department of State and will provide support to the immigrant community – including citizenship assistance and coordinating with partner organizations. Gov. Meyer has chosen Milford native Rony Baltazar-Lopez as director. About 11.5% of Delaware’s population are immigrants.…
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