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Del. Bill Would End Incarceration Of Juveniles In Adult Prisons
Delaware would stop incarcerating juvenile offenders in adult prisons, under a bill given approval in the State Senate Tuesday. The measure would require any juvenile sentenced to prison in Superior Court to be held in the custody of the Department of Services for Children, Youth and their Families until they reach age 18. Juveniles as…
Read MoreDel. Primary Date Could Shift
Delaware’s state primary elections would be held the same day as the presidential primary in April, under a bill approved in the House of Representatives Tuesday. The change would take effect with the 2024 presidential election year. The state primaries in non-presidential election years starting in 2026 would move to that same Tuesday in April.…
Read MoreDE Coronavirus Numbers Continue to Fall Ahead of Friday’s Masking & Capacity Changes
Delaware’s coronavirus numbers have been falling and on Friday the mask mandate will go away for anyone who is fully vaccinated. And the capacity will raise to 100% both inside and out. For anyone who is NOT fully vaccinated – they should continue to wear a face mask when around people they don’t live with.…
Read MoreVIDEO: Gov Hogan Signs Legislation to Legalize Sports Betting & Other Measures
Governor Larry Hogan today signed into law HB 940, major legislation to legalize sports betting in the State of Maryland. It is one of 226 measures the governor enacted today alongside Senate President Bill Ferguson and House Speaker Adrienne A. Jones. “Today we are signing another 226 bipartisan bills into law, including legislation to legalize…
Read MoreMD State House to Reopen Friday, May 21
At today’s bill signing, Governor Larry Hogan, Senate President Bill Ferguson, and House Speaker Adrienne A. Jones announced that the Maryland State House will reopen to the public on Friday, May 21. The leaders issued a joint statement: “We are pleased to announce that the Maryland State House will reopen to the public this Friday.…
Read MoreGov Carney Signs 29th Modification to Coronavirus State of Emergency; State Employees – Keep Masks Handy!
Governor John Carney on Tuesday signed the 29th modification to the COVID-19 State of Emergency declaration, eliminating social distancing requirements and removing Delaware’s mask mandate effective May 21. Delawareans, visitors, and Delaware businesses should follow social distancing and masking guidance for fully vaccinated individuals issued last week by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Unvaccinated Delawareans…
Read MoreFirst Acts Named for 80th National Folk Festival in Salisbury
The first six performers have been announced for the 80th National Folk Festival. The festival returns to Downtown Salisbury September 10-12, 2021, with performances, special family and Maryland folklife programming, diverse food and beverage offerings, and more—all presented free to the public on three outdoor stages. This year’s event will mark the celebration of the 80th National Folk…
Read MoreBridgeville Man Dies Of Injuries From Sunday Wreck
Update: The man who died in a two-vehicle crash Sunday on Route 13 at Route 404 has been identified as 55-year-old Earnest Lofland of Bridgeville. Updated story: A 55-year-old Bridgeville man has died of injuries suffered in a crash on Southbound Route 13 at the intersection with Seashore Highway. Delaware State Police said the man…
Read MoreDel. Courts Unveil Diversity Initiative
Delaware is looking to make progress with diversity in the courts. Supreme Court Chief Justice Collins Seitz Junior Monday announced the Delaware Bench and Bar Diversity Project. A steering committee of judicial officers, individuals and organizations will lead efforts to build and sustain a more diverse bench and bar. The project was launched in collaboration…
Read MoreVIDEO : Del. Recognizes Brown vs. Board of Ed. History
May 17th has been officially recognized as Brown V. Board of Education Day in Delaware. Governor John Carney signed a proclamation Monday on the anniversary of the landmark Supreme Court school desegregation case, and to recognize Delaware’s significant role in the historical turning point. Two Delaware Court of Chancery rulings were part of the Supreme…
Read MoreUpdate: 1 Firefighter Hurt In Greenwood Tavern Blaze
(Update) A fire early Tuesday morning caused significant damage at The Pit Stop Bar and Grill on West Market Street in Greenwood, and left a firefighter with minor injuries. According to the Delaware State Fire Marshal’s Office, the fire was reported shortly after 3:00 a.m. Members of the Greenwood Volunteer Fire Company arrived and encountered…
Read MoreLong-Vacant Home In Ellendale Gutted By Fire
A home that was abandoned some time ago went up in flames in Ellendale early Monday morning. According to the Ellendale Fire Company, firefighters discovered heavy flames and significant structural collapse when they arrived at the scene in the area of Maple Branch Road and Redden Road. Bridgeville and Georgetown firefighters also stood by. The…
Read MoreCooking-Related Fire Damages Salisbury Home
An accidental cooking fire has seriously damaged a home on Prince Street in Salisbury. The Maryland State Fire Marshal’s Office says the blaze started in the kitchen of the home Sunday afternoon. The fire spread, and although it was out in ten minutes it resulted in the deaths of two family dogs. Firefighters rescued a…
Read MoreCaroline Co. Apartment Fire Leaves 2 Injured
An apartment fire in Caroline County has sent two people to a hospital. According to the Maryland State Fire Marshal’s Office, the fire broke out Friday at the Greensboro Heights Apartments in Greensboro. Two adults who were taken to University of Maryland Shore Medical Center in Easton have since been treated and released. Damage to…
Read MoreBerlin Reopens Town Hall, Invites Attendance At Public Meetings
Berlin is immediately opening its town buildings and meetings to the public. Mayor Zack Tyndall said people who attend meetings in person will be required to wear a face covering and maintain social distancing. In-person attendance will be limited. “We will continue to monitor the State and County positivity rates to help keep our staff…
Read MoreDNREC: Rescued Wild Animals Are Not Good Pets
Young wild animals that appear to be in distress may inspire the desire to rescue the animal, but the Delaware Department of Natural Resources said it’s important to resist the urge. Animals that seem to be abandoned are often being watched with their mothers nearby. Wild animals can be dangerous and could bite or attack.…
Read MoreGov Hogan Extends Deadline to Apply for Small Business COVID-19 RELIEF Grant Program till May 24
Governor Larry Hogan today announced that Maryland small businesses now have one additional week to apply for the state’s successful $10 million Small Business COVID-19 RELIEF Grant Program. Applications for the program will now be accepted through next Monday, May 24 at 11:59 p.m. New applicants can access the application portal here. “This one relief program has…
Read MorePro-Law Enforcement Rally In Georgetown Mon. Night
A rally to show appreciation for law enforcement is being held tonight at The Circle in Georgetown. State Senate Minority Whip Brian Pettyjohn, R- Georgetown is hosting the event. “Now more than ever, we must combat the misguided rhetoric attacking our heroes in law enforcement and show our support for those who risk their lives…
Read MoreUPDATED: Kent Co. Teenager Dies In Vehicle Crash
UPDATED 5pm – Delaware State Police has identified the victim who died in a single vehicle fatal collision early Sunday morning as 17-year-old Kayleanna N. Riddle of Camden-Wyoming, DE. This collision remains under investigation by the Delaware State Police Troop 3 Collision Reconstruction Unit. ================================================================== Delaware State Police are investigating a fatal crash in Kent…
Read MoreBrackets Set For Del. HS Sports Post-Season
The brackets are now set for Delaware’s spring sports championships. The DIAA (Delaware Interscholastic Athletic Association) Sunday released this schedule Sunday: Boys Lacrosse Baseball Softball D1 and D2 Girls soccer According to the DIAA, spectators are encouraged to contact the host sites to determine each spectator limit, livestream availability and ticket sales. Play-In, First, Second,…
Read MoreFinally! Rocket Lifts Off From Wallops After Week Of Delays
Finally, after several scrubbed launch attempts stretching over a week, a Black Brant 12 rocket lifted off Sunday night from the NASA Wallops Flight Facility on Virginia’s Eastern Shore. The rocket, carrying the KiNET-X payload, released vapor tracers into the night sky, to ‘explore energy transfer in space.’ Clouds over Bermuda were the issue during…
Read MoreVirtual Hearings Scheduled This Week On Five Points Traffic Projects
The Five Points Transportation Study, progress made in 2020 and work planned in 2021 will be detailed at two workshops for the public. The sessions are hosted by DelDOT and Sussex County. The hearings are held over Zoom. They will last about 60 minutes and include presentations and moderated questions and answers about projects and…
Read MoreBridgeville Vehicle Crash Leaves 1 in Critical Condition
A crash just before 4:30 Sunday morning has left one person in critical condition. Delaware State Police say a Toyota Cruiser driven by a 33 year old Georgetown man was southbound on Route 13. A Corolla driven by a 55 year old Bridgeville man was stopped in the southbound left turn at the red light.…
Read MoreVIDEO: Maryland Mask Mandate, Capacity and Distancing Go Away Saturday, May 15
Governor Larry Hogan today announced the end of the statewide mask mandate, aligning Maryland with new CDC guidance. This order will take effect Saturday, May 15, along with the lifting of all capacity limits and restrictions that the governor announced earlier this week. “Today is the day that so many of us have been waiting for and working…
Read MoreDE Mask Mandate to be Lifted Effective May 21 – but Delawareans Should Follow CDC Masking Guidance Issued this Week
Governor John Carney on Friday announced that – effective May 21 – the State of Delaware will lift its requirement that Delawareans and visitors must wear face coverings anytime they are indoors with others outside their household. Delawareans should instead follow masking guidance issued on Thursday by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) for…
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