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4 Del. Cabinet Nominees Confirmed
The Delaware State Senate has confirmed several nominees to Governor John Carney’s cabinet for his second term. Nicole Majeski becomes Secretary of the Department of Transportation, replacing Jennifer Cohan who left for another position. Labor Secretary Cerron Cade will serve as Director of the Office of Management and Budget. Amy Bonner was confirmed as Secretary…
Read MoreDel. Legislation Would Create 3 New Tax Brackets
Some Delaware lawmakers want to create three more personal income tax brackets for higher wage-earners, an action that would affect Delawareans whose taxable personal income exceeds $125,000. Representative John Kowalko, D- Newark South, said the bill intends to ensure a more fair and equitable progressive tax structure that’s sustainable and not overly burdensome to any…
Read MoreCarney Submits 2 Judicial Nominations To Sussex Courts
Governor John Carney has made two nominations to the bench in Sussex County. The Governor Wednesday nominated Superior Court Judge Craig Karsnitz as Resident Judge and Division Head of the Public Defender’s Office Robert Robinson as Superior Court Judge. The nominations go to the State Senate for confirmation. “I’m pleased to nominate Judge Karsnitz as…
Read MoreHarris, Blunt Rochester Discuss Impeachment Vote
The vote on the impeachment of President Donald Trump carried on without the presence of Maryland Congressman Andy Harris, who represents the Eastern Shore. Harris, MD, said in a statement that he spent his time caring for patients. He called the actions of House Speaker Nancy Pelosi “divisive, hastily called and politically motivated.” Harris went…
Read MoreHogan Scheduled For Skin Cancer Surgery Friday
Maryland Governor Larry Hogan is scheduled for skin cancer surgery Friday. Hogan will have what he described as minor outpatient surgery to remove some early stage basal and squamous cell carcinoma from his face and shoulder. Hogan said he has beaten this type of cancer before and that he feels great heading into Friday’s procedure.
Read MoreSeaford School Gets National Recognition
Frederick Douglass Elementary School in the Seaford School District is one of two Delaware schools receiving national honors for student academic achievement. The National Association of ESEA State Program Administrators selected only 57 schools across the country to recognize. ESEA stands for Elementary and Secondary Education Act, which was passed decades ago to close achievement…
Read MoreHogan Pushes Reform In Redistricting Process
Maryland Governor Larry Hogan Wednesday proposed formation of Maryland’s first independent citizens redistricting commission, which would replace what he called the partisan, backdoor manner in which power brokers have drawn legislative and congressional districts. The panel, formed by executive order, would consist of nine people – three Democrats, three independents, three Republicans and six citizens…
Read MoreCOVID Relief Front-And-Center As Md. Lawmakers Start Session
Maryland lawmakers are being asked to make some quick decisions about a $1-billion COVID-19 relief package proposed by Governor Larry Hogan Monday. The General Assembly session begins today. Delegate Wayne Hartman (R- Wicomico-Worcester) told WGMD’s Mike Bradley the proposal likely needs some ‘tweaking.’ Hogan introduce the measure on an emergency basis, meaning that stimulus checks,…
Read More151st Del. General Assembly Begins
The 151st Delaware General Assembly is underway. New and re-elected lawmakers were sworn in virtually Tuesday. History was made in the State Senate. Sarah McBride (D- Wilmington) became the first openly transgender state Senator in the nation. “Every one of us is proud of our identities and the historic advancements our being sworn in today…
Read MoreSussex County a Coronavirus Trouble Spot; More Vaccine Arrives in DE
Governor John Carney held his weekly coronavirus update Tuesday. On Monday Delaware set a new high in the number of people hospitalized for the virus at 473. While 500 has been considered the breaking point for the state’s hospitals, Gov. Carney said that during a call with the hospital systems, they feel comfortable and able…
Read MoreSussex County to Move Some Land Use Public Hearings to Delaware Tech; Travis Hastings Nominated for BOA Seat
Some land use public hearings have been held before the Sussex County Council and Planning & Zoning Commission – but the applications that possibly would draw larger numbers of people to comment have been delayed since coronavirus shut things down last spring. Due to a lack of socially distanced seating in the Council Chambers –…
Read MoreTwo MD Residents Confirmed with Coronavirus Strain B-117
Governor Larry Hogan today announced that the Maryland Department of Health (MDH) has confirmed two cases of COVID-19 in Maryland residents caused by the new SARS-CoV-2 variant strain commonly known as B-117. The B-117 strain first emerged in the United Kingdom in late 2020. The strain has not been shown to cause more severe illness or increased risk of…
Read MoreThird Circuit Court of Appeals Reverses Convictions of 4 Wilmington Trust Officers
The Third Circuit Court of Appeals has reversed the convictions of four Wilmington Trust officers who were convicted in 2018 for lying to the Federal Reserve, the SEC and the public regarding millions in past-due loans. Former Bank President Robert Harra and former CFO David Gibson were each sentenced to 6 years in prison and…
Read MoreIRSD WI-FI Hotspots Available For Low-Income Families
The Indian River School District has wi-fi hotspots available as part of the Connect Delaware program for low-income families that have experienced hardships receiving reliable internet access. Families can arrange for pickup of the devices by contacting their home school. Eligible families mustparticipate in a low-income program to qualify. Qualifying programs include:* Free/Reduced Lunch (National…
Read MoreMD E-ZPass Customer Service Centers to Offer Temporary Extended Hours – Including Saturdays
In an effort to enhance customer service capabilities at a time of increased demand, the Maryland Transportation Authority (MDTA) will offer extended hours at all E-ZPass® Maryland Customer Service Centers (CSCs) beginning Saturday, January 16. Under these temporary extended hours – which will be in place until further notice – E-ZPass Customer Service Centers will add Saturday service hours from…
Read MoreSomerset Co. Schools Extend Virtual Learning Until Jan. 25th
Somerset County Public Schools will continue with virtual instruction exclusively until Monday January 25th. A closure of buildings for in-person instruction has been extended due to persisting rates of COVID-19 infection that are above state recommended benchmarks for classroom learning. Somerset County schools had been hoping to bring students back into buildings starting next Tuesday…
Read MoreDel. Lawmakers Seek More Say Regarding States Of Emergency
Two state lawmakers from Sussex County want to put a check on a governor’s ability to modify or extend states of emergency. Senator Bryant Richardson of Seaford and Representative Rich Collins of Millsboro have file a bill that would require legislative approval to any extension of its initial 30 days. According to Collins, repeated extensions…
Read MoreDel. Lawmakers Proposes Tax Relief On Unemployment Benefits
Delawareans who are unemployed during the COVID-19 pandemic could get a tax break. A bill introduced in the House would exempt unemployment benefits paid in 2020 from the Delaware state income tax. More than 100,000 Delawareans -a record number – filed for unemployment in 2020. “Thousands of hard-working Delawareans have lost their jobs during the…
Read MoreHogan Proposes $1-Billion In Additional COVID-19 Relief
Governor Larry Hogan Monday proposed a relief package totaling $1-billion to help Marylanders and families who have been struggling during the pandemic. The package includes tax credits for Marylanders of low-to-moderate income, relief from state and local taxes on unemployment benefits and other payments and credits for citizens and small businesses. Hogan introduced the legislation…
Read MoreEden Blaze Under Investigation
A home on Redden Ferry Road in Eden was heavily damaged by fire this morning. The occupant discovered the fire just before 9am when the smoke alarm went off. Allen firefighters found heavy smoke showing when they arrived at the large 2 story home. Fire investigators say the blaze was under control in about 20…
Read MoreDelaware State Park Offices Reopen Tuesday, Jan 12
The Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control will reopen its state park offices Tuesday, Jan. 12, with limited hours from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. every day. Park offices were closed from Dec. 24 through Jan. 11 to limit the spread of COVID-19. The Indian River Life Saving Station (IRLSS) and Indian River…
Read MoreWicomico County: Phase 1-A Don’t Delay! Schedule Your Vaccination Today
Wicomico County Health Department is currently vaccinating individuals in Phase 1A of the Vaccination Plan. Individuals included in this phase who have not already received their first dose of the COVID-19 vaccine should email wicomico.covidvax@maryland.gov to schedule an appointment. The health department would like to urge those individuals within Phase 1A to not wait to…
Read MoreSalisbury Home Heavily Damaged By Fire
A house fire on Pemberton Drive in Salisbury is under investigation. The Maryland State Fire Marshal’s Office reports that a neighbor discovered that blaze late Sunday night. It was under control in less than one hour, but damage was estimated at $80,000. The cause of the fire is under investigation.
Read MoreFire Tears Through Cambridge, Md. Home
A kitchen fire grew to cause heavy damage to a home in Cambridge over the weekend. According to the Maryland State Fire Marshal’s Office, someone passing by discovered the fire in the 600-block of Pine Street late Saturday night. No one was hurt. The cause of the fire is still under investigation. Damage is estimated…
Read MoreUpdate: Worcester Co. Schools Reopen Buildings Jan. 19th
Worcester County Public Schools will welcome groups of students back into buildings for in-person instruction next Tuesday January 19th. Teachers and staff are returning today. Students will take part in remote instruction this week in Worcester County Public Schools. “As we begin the transition to Stage Two of our Responsible Return plan, it is more…
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