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Death Investigation Underway In Dover
A death investigation has begun in the Dover area. Delaware State Police said a 75-year-old man was taken to a hospital and pronounced dead Saturday afternoon before 4:00, as a criminal investigation was taking place in the 800-block of Sorghum Mill Road. According to police, investigators determined there was no safety threat to the public.…
Read MoreFlags At Half-Staff To Honor 2 US Capitol Police Officers
The US Flag, Delaware and Maryland State Flags are to fly at half-staff in tribute to the Capitol Police Officers who died after the raid by protestors on the US Capitol last Wednesday. President Trump ordered that flags fly at half-staff through sunset this Wednesday “as a sign of respect for the service and sacrifice…
Read MoreSussex County Council to Discuss Meetings at Delaware Tech & Appointment to BOA Vacancy
The Sussex County Council meets Tuesday in Georgetown. During this week’s meeting they will discuss with County Administrator Todd Lawson meetings held at Delaware Tech. They will also discuss an appointment to the Board of Adjustment to fill the vacancy left by Ellen Magee, who recently filled the vacated Register of Wills seat. County Engineer,…
Read MoreDE Coronavirus Numbers Remain Elevated
The numbers remain elevated for positive coronavirus tests, hospitalizations and the number of deaths in Delaware. Public Health officials report 12 deaths on Friday – 6 of them were in Kent County, 4 in New Castle County and two in Sussex. All ranged in age from their 60 to 90s and five were residents of…
Read MoreNational Law Enforcement Appreciation Day
STATEMENT OF U.S. ATTORNEY DAVID C. WEISS As this week’s events in D.C. once again demonstrate, we are a nation of laws. And it falls to our law enforcement officers to fairly discharge their responsibilities and enforce our laws. In Delaware, we are fortunate to have an extraordinary group of federal, state and local officers…
Read MoreDE State Lawmakers Return to Dover Tuesday
The Delaware General Assembly reconvenes this week to begin doing the State’s business. State Lawmakers will begin virtually. Both chambers will administer the Oath of Office for new and re-elected members on Tuesday. The State House also adopt House Rules, and the examination of the Certificates of Election. While the General Assembly will meet virtually…
Read MoreUPDATED: Two Die in Early Morning Fire in Salisbury
Two people are dead after a fire early Saturday morning at a home on First Street in Salisbury. A passerby discovered the fire just before 3am and called 911. Salisbury firefighters arrived and found the home ablaze – it took about 40 minutes to bring the fire under control. After the fire was extinguished, firefighters…
Read MoreDPH Records 1st Pediatric Death Related to Coronavirus
While Delaware saw a huge increase in positive coronavirus tests on Wednesday, the numbers were back to a more normal level for Thursday – at 582 new positive cases – with 201 in Sussex County – 261 in New Castle. There were 2 fewer people hospitalized with the virus statewide – with that number at…
Read MoreDE Senate Releases Tentative Schedule of Virtual Proceedings for January
The Delaware State Senate on Friday announced a tentative schedule of virtual proceedings in January. Session of the full Senate will be live streamed on the General Assembly’s website and can be accessed under the section marked “Live Proceedings.” Those wishing to watch session proceedings after they have concluded can find recordings by following links under the “Meetings…
Read MoreWinter HS Sports Competitions Can Begin Monday, No Tournament Plans Yet Approved
The DIAA Board of Directors met yesterday virtually, and received confirmation from DPH that winter sports competitions may begin on Monday, January 11, 2021. On December 10, 2020, Governor Carney released the Fourth Revision to the 27th Modification, which suspended games, matches, and competitions as of December 14th. As a result, the December 21, 2020 start date of winter…
Read MoreUPDATED: Dewey Beach Considers Property Zoning Changes & New Town Manager
UPDATED – 4:30pm – There has not yet been a contract signed to hire a new Dewey Beach town manager. It was on Friday’s agenda as well, but town officials tell WGMD that there has not yet been any action. The Town Commissioners will meet on Wednesday in a special session beginning at 2pm to…
Read MoreGov Carney Continues Coronavirus Restrictions; Lifts 10pm Curfew at DE Bars & Restaurants, HS Winter Sports to Continue
Governor John Carney on Friday signed the fifth revision to the omnibus emergency order, continuing the restrictions, including the Stay-at-Home advisory and universal indoor mask mandate, to combat the increase in COVID-19 hospitalizations in Delaware. Beginning today, the 10 p.m. curfew at Delaware restaurants and bars will be lifted, but establishments still must have signage prominently displayed on the table stating…
Read MoreDel. DMV To Resume Evening Hours Wednesdays
New evening hours will be available at the Delaware Division of Motor Vehicles effective next Wednesday, January 13th. DMV locations will be open Wednesdays between 11 a.m. and 7 p.m. This is a change from the previous Wednesday schedule of noon until 8 p.m. But it does reinstate evening hours on Wednesdays, which were suspended…
Read MoreMd. National Guard Deployment In DC To Last Through Inauguration
Members of the Maryland National Guard and specially-trained troopers were among the first out-of-state forces to mobilize and protect the US Capitol during Wednesday’s breach. Governor Larry Hogan said Thursday there was back-and-forth in getting approval from the Secretary of Defense for the guard to move into the district. He added that their work in…
Read MoreDC Riot Prompts Concerns About Protection At State Capitols
Delaware legislative leaders said Thursday that with the start of the new legislative session just days away, they are reviewing security protocols with Capitol Police and the Office of Safety and Homeland Security. In response to the invasion at the US Capitol, House Speaker Pete Schwartzkopf (D- Rehoboth Beach) and Senate President pro tem David…
Read MoreHarris: Election Debate Surrounded ‘Legitimate Constitutional Concerns’
Maryland Congressman Andy Harris (R- Md.), who represents the Eastern Shore, said Thursday that he and his colleagues who disputed the Electoral College count “held legitimate Constitutional concerns about how the November election was conducted in certain states and felt compelled to highlight those concerns during the formal vote count.” “We did not call for…
Read MoreBlunt Rochester Calls For Removal Of President Trump
Delaware Congresswoman Lisa Blunt Rochester (D- Del.) Thursday called for the removal of President Trump from office, joining a movement that grew out of Wednesday’s breach at the US Capitol in Washington. Blunt Rochester shared this message on social media Thursday: “To my fellow Delawareans – here’s where I stand on Pres. Trump. As I…
Read MoreDel. National Guard Members Deployed To Washington
Governor John Carney announced Thursday that members of the Delaware National Guard would be deployed to Washington to assist with efforts to maintain safety and security following Wednesday’s invasion of the U.S. Capitol building. “After conversations with DC authorities, I am deploying members of the Delaware National Guard to Washington to support law enforcement and…
Read MoreRep. Harris Scuffles With Democratic Lawmaker On House Floor
Tempers flared in the US House during debate on the certification of the presidential election. Maryland Congressman Andy Harris (R-Md.), who represents the Eastern Shore, got into an argument with Congressman Colin Allred (D-Tex.). Witnesses report that the two had to be separated as the discussion was on the verge of getting physical. Fox News…
Read MoreUS Capitol Stormed On Day Of Electoral Debate
Demonstrators scaled barricades and proceeded unimpeded through security at the U.S. Capitol building in Washington DC Wednesday, rushing Senators, Representatives and staffers to secure locations. The chaotic events came on the day that lawmakers were debating whether to officially put the final seal on the results of the November 3rd election. WGMD News has heard…
Read MoreBody of OC Man Found on Beach in October – Ruled Suicide
The Ocean City police have closed the case regarding the deceased body located on the beach on October 27, 2020. The Office of the Chief Medical Examiner of Maryland has ruled the cause of death as a suicide. Detectives assigned to the Major Crimes Unit were able to positively identify the deceased and determined there…
Read MoreHouse Fire Likely Caused By Space Heater
A house fire in Caroline County may have been caused by a space heater kept close to combustible materials, according to the Maryland State Fire Marshal’s Office. The fire on Main Street in Preston broke out late Tuesday morning, starting in a second-floor bedroom. No injuries were reported. Damage is estimated at $100,000 to the…
Read MoreFreeman Stage Takes New Name, Plans To Grow
The Freeman Stage in Selbyville has a new name, and looks to expand its size and its offerings. The venue will now be known as the Freeman Arts Pavilion. The Joshua M. Freeman Foundation has acquired some adjacent property to allow it to expand its seating capacity. The pavilion has been in the planning stages…
Read More2 Eastern Shore Projects Part Of Md. Preservation Initiative
Seven Maryland historic preservation projects will share more than $9-million in tax credits and leverage millions of dollars in economic activity and investment. The Maryland Historical Trust, part of the Maryland Department of Planning, announced the awards this week. Projects include residences, businesses and arts-related venues and attractions. Two of the projects are on the…
Read MoreMd. Looks To Accelerate COVID-19 Vaccination
Maryland is taking several actions to pick up the pace of COVID-19 vaccinations across the state. Governor Larry Hogan said Tuesday that the Maryland National Guard will start to send emergency support teams to help local health departments with their vaccination clinic. Also, Hogan said the Maryland Responds Medical Reserve Corps, which sought to recruit…
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