A WGMD Local News Article
Chase in Kent County Leads to DUI Arrest
A Hartly man was arrested after a chase that occurred in Dover Thursday afternoon. Delaware State Police on patrol Thursday just before 4pm saw an Expedition drive through a red light while southbound on Bay Road at President Drive. After turning onto Lafferty Lane the trooper initiated a traffic stop, but the driver of the…
Read MoreRecycle Christmas Trees in Salisbury
Salisbury residents – if you’re looking to have your Christmas tree picked up – there will be a curbside Christmas tree pickup on Monday, January 8th. Leave trees at the curb – unbagged – and remember to remove lights, tinsel, decorations and stands. Also do not put trees in trash cans or recycle bins. Residents…
Read MoreHenderson Fire Under Investigation
Firefighters in Goldsboro were called for a structure fire on River Bridge Road in Henderson on New Year’s Day just after 6am. Fire officials say no one was at home at thee time of the fire – a neighbor discovered the fire at the one-story, single family home. Officials say the fire began in the…
Read MorePublic Hearing Workshops Set on Changes to DART Statewide Bus Services
Salisbury Trash Woes Continue
From the City of Salisbury: The Department of Field Operations would like to update residents on the current status of trash collection during the unprecedented challenges with our equipment which have disrupted collection routes and schedules. While our collection schedule is still disrupted, heading into the New Year’s Day holiday, we are exploring all options…
Read MoreOne Hospitalized after Head-on Collision Near Greenwood
A two vehicle crash on Owens Road east of Greenwood sent one man to the hospital Saturday night. Delaware State Police were called for a crash just before 7pm and say a pickup was northbound and a Focus was southbound on Owens Road south of Wolf Road when they collided head on. The investigation has…
Read MoreLaurel PD Looking to Identify Hit & Run Driver
Laurel Police are investigating a hit and run collision that occurred Saturday just after 11am. Police say a white man was driving a green pickup truck – possibly a Silverado – in the parking lot of the Food Lion in Laurel. As he left the parking lot, the pickup collided with a legally parked vehicle…
Read MoreDE Minimum Wage to Increase Monday
On Monday, Delaware’s minimum hourly wage will increase to $13.25. The current minimum wage is $11.75. Legislation was signed into law in 2021 that would increase the minimum wage incrementally each year through 2025 when it will reach $15 per hour. There are other rules regarding employees who receive tips and some who are exempted…
Read MoreFamily Pet Perishes in Somerset County Residential Fire
A structure fire in Somerset County heavily damaged a single story home on Fontaine Road in Westover Saturday afternoon. Firefighters from the Fairmount Volunteer Fire Company were called around 3pm. State Fire Marshal investigators say there was a smoke alarm in the home which did activate and there were no injuries, however a pet dog…
Read MoreFelton Woman Charged with Shoplifting
Recycle Your Live Cut Christmas Tree!
In Sussex County – Several commercial locations in Sussex County will accept Christmas trees during regular business hours and fees will apply for some materials. Trees can be dropped for recycle through January 15th. Click here for other County locations In Ocean City – Trees should be left in the Northeast corner of the 100th…
Read MoreArrest in Bridgeville Homicide
Delaware State Police have made an arrest in a homicide last month in Bridgeville. Police arrested 23 year old Ian’Tae Albury of Bridgeville in the death of 26 year old Dequan Lake, who was found November 25th along Mill Park Drive with a gunshot wound to the upper body. Lake died at a nearby hospital.…
Read MoreMilford Woman Charged after Traffic Stop in Felton
A traffic stop on Friday, December 22nd led to the arrest of a Milford woman. Felton Police stopped 25 year old Amanda Donohue for a registration violation on Route 13. Police say Donohue acted abnormally during the traffic stop which led to additional investigation. Donohue became disorderly and uncooperative and refused to get out of…
Read MoreDelaware’s Delegation Works Together to Secure Funding Authorization to Construct New Blood Processing Laboratory
U.S. Senators Tom Carper and Chris Coons and Congresswoman Lisa Blunt Rochester applauded President Biden signing the annual National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA). The $886 billion bill supports a 5.2% pay raise for military servicemembers and the Department of Defense civilian workforce. The bill also includes provisions for Delaware, including the authorization of $30.5 million…
Read MoreTraffic Alert: Portion of Street in Seaford to be Closed Periodically Starting January 8th
North Street, between Liberty Street and Woolford Street in Seaford, will be closed from Monday, January 8th through Friday, January 12th, from 6:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily. A contractor for the City of Seaford is scheduled to perform work on the stormwater system.
Read MoreFirearm Hunting for Deer Resumes in Maryland January 5th
Hunters can look forward to restocking the freezer after the holidays. January firearm deer hunting season in Maryland will open on Jan. 5, 2024 in Deer Management Region B, which includes all of the state except the westernmost counties. Hunters with a valid hunting license may use firearms to harvest sika and white-tailed deer during…
Read MoreMaryland State Police Increasing Patrols As New Year’s Eve Approaches
With New Year’s weekend upon us, law enforcement will be addressing roadway safety concerns. In Maryland, state troopers from all 23 barracks, including the State Police Impaired Driving Reduction Effort (SPIDRE) team, will focus on impaired, distracted, and aggressive driving while conducting saturation patrols on roads with high DUI incidents. In the Eastern Region, Troopers from…
Read MoreNew 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
UPDATE: 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 MoreDover Police Issue Gold Alert for Missing Dover Man
The Dover Police Department has issued a Gold Alert for 37-year-old Domini Marciano of Dover. Marciano suffers from a condition that may pose a risk to his health and safety if not properly monitored and treated. Domini is described as a black man, 5’10”, and about 250 pounds–with black hair, black beard, and brown eyes.…
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