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Felton Police Charge Ellendale Man in Felony Fraud Investigation
An Ellendale man has been arrested in connection with a felony fraud investigation – involving a stolen check. Felton Police were contacted in early February by Town of Felton employees regarding a theft reported from December of 2025. Investigation showed the Town mailed a check to a business for services rendered, but the business later…
Read More38th District Representative Ron Gray will Not Seek Re-election in November
38th District Representative Ron Gray has announced that he will not be seeking re-election when his term ends. He plans to retire in November. He says it’s been an honor to serve the citizens of the 38th District. During his 14 years as a state legislator, he has been an outspoken proponent for resources to…
Read MoreUPDATED: DSP Arrest Suspect Wanted in Fatal Shooting Near Milton Saturday Evening
UPDATED – 04/13/26 – Delaware State Police have identified 47 year old Jerry Lee Hall of Lincoln as the victim in the homicide that occurred Saturday in Milton. =============================================== UPDATED –Â 04/12/26 – 10:30pm –Â A Milton man wanted for murder has been arrested by Delaware State Police. Police were called to Forest Road in the…
Read MoreSeveral Sheds Damaged by Fire in Federalsburg Friday
Several sheds were destroyed after a tree caught fire in Federalsburg. Firefighters from Federalsburg were called to Noble Road just after 5pm on Friday where they found a brush fire spreading to several sheds. Maryland Fire Marshal investigators say the fire began at the base of a tree and spread through debris on the ground…
Read MoreMDOT to Temporarily Reduce Route 50 Speed Limit in Hebron Work Zone
Beginning Thursday, April 16 the speed limit on Route 50 at the Old Railroad Road intersection work zone area in Hebron will be lowered from 55 to 45. This is being done to enhance work zone safety of the just under 2-mile section of roadway where intersection safety improvements are underway. Signage will be in…
Read MoreLegislation Introduced in the DE Senate Would Increase School Safety
A bill introduced to the Delaware General Assembly Thursday would require new schools or schools undergoing a major renovation to include several safety measures. Senate Bill 273 includes a secured vestibule as the primary entrance to screen visitors with intercom or video call box and interior doors that can be released by school staff. The…
Read MoreLegislation Introduced to Prohibit Sale of Class B Firefighting Foam in Delaware
Legislation introduced in the Delaware General Assembly would prohibit the sale of class B firefighting foam that contains intentionally added PFAS chemicals – beginning January 1st of 2028. House Bill 356 does include an exception for those engaged in the distribution of crude petroleum and petroleum products – provided that establishment applies to DNREC. By…
Read MoreUPDATE: Ocean View Voters Elect Mayor and Councilman
UPDATE – 04/12/26 –Â Ocean View voters have sent Councilman John Planchart back to the Town Council representing District 1. Planchart received 177 votes to 68 for Richard Dimock. Former councilman Tom Maly will take over the mayor’s office. Maly received 187 votes to Randy Robust’s 72 votes. Jay Tyminski was unopposed for the District 3…
Read MoreUPDATED: Laurel Police Make Arrest in Shooting at Little Creek Apartment Complex
UPDATED – 04/12/26 – An arrest in a shooting incident at the Little Creek Apartments in Laurel on April 1st.  With help from witnesses and the public, Laurel Police have identified a suspect – a 16 year old black male from Laurel. An arrest warrant was subsequently obtained charging him with the following offenses: Attempted Manslaughter …
Read MoreUPDATED: Grain Bin Rescue near Bridgeville – I Victim Taken to Hospital, 2nd Victim Found Deceased
UPDATED – 04/11/25 – 12pm –Â An agricultural accident Friday evening east of Bridgeville left one man dead. Delaware State Police continue to investigate this incident which brought multiple fire companies and other rescue personnel to Evans Farms on Redden Road just before 5pm. Reports of two men trapped in a grain tank. After lengthy rescue…
Read MoreTown of Fenwick Island Warning Boaters about Very Shallow Bayside Waters
Fenwick Island officials are warning boaters to watch for very shallow water on the bayside. Officials say the main channel at the point at the Ditch has shoaled over with very shallow water (between Core 5 and 4 on the map). Small boats may be able to navigate there, but larger boats should be very…
Read MoreMaryland Senate Republicans Lead Floor Fight on “Community Distrust Act,” Slam “Super Sneaky” Process
Legislation that Maryland Senate Republicans say was rushed through a committee vote to the Senate floor Thursday met with a sustained floor fight from Senate Republicans. Lawmakers say they were given 1 hour to review Senate Bill 791 – the Community Trust Act, which deals with immigration enforcement. Advocates were granted access – however law…
Read MoreSomerset County Narcotics Task Force Arrest Crisfield Man Following Successful Initiative To Combat Illegal Narcotics Distribution
A Crisfield man has been arrested by the Somerset County Narcotics Task Force after a successful initiative aimed at combating illegal drug distribution in Somerset County. Police arrested 29 year old Jawyne Antonio Taylor on April 1st – he is charged with three counts of possession with the intent to distribute narcotics – including suspected…
Read MoreUPDATED: John Atkins Files as Candidate for 41st District Representative
UPDATED – 04/10/26 –Â After announcing his intention to run for the 41st District House seat, John Atkins has filed to run for the seat. He is the third Republican to file for the seat being vacated by Rich Collins, who is retiring at the end of the current term. Atkins, who represented the district as…
Read MoreDSP Arrest Two from Felton on Felony Drug Offenses
Two from Felton have been arrested on felony drug charges after Probation and Parole was assisted by the Kent County Governor’s Task Force with an administrative search at the home of 47 year old Eric Cane on Jessica Lane in Felton. Before the search officers saw Cane in a hand-to-hand transaction with an unknown person…
Read MoreLewes Community Bonfire & Volunteer Appreciation Event Saturday
The City of Lewes will hold a Community Bonfire and Volunteer Appreciation event on Saturday at Johnnie Walker Beach from 6 to 8pm. Help celebrate the volunteers who help make Lewes special – and enjoy music, beach games, food trucks and more. Bring your beach chairs, blankets and your favorite fireside treats. The parking lot…
Read MoreLittle League Play Beginning This Month on Delmarva
It’s time to PLAY BALL as Little Leaguers take to the fields around Delmarva over the next month. This Saturday Lewes Little League will hold opening ceremonies and begin play along with Snow Hill, Willards, Fruitland and West Salisbury in Maryland. On Friday, April 17th – Milford and Laurel Little Leagues will celebrate opening day…
Read MoreSCHOOL & OTHER DELAYS & CLOSINGS – April 10
CLOSINGS/DELAYS/CANCELLATIONS – April 10     last updated 650am SCHOOLS CLOSED Somerset County Public Schools 2 HOURS Accomack County Public Schools Caroline County Public Schools – now a full school day rather than scheduled half school day Dorchester County Public Schools 90 MINUTES Promise Prep School / Fruitland Talbot County Public Schools Wicomico…
Read MoreDelaware DMV Urges Caution Over New Text Message Scam
The Delaware Division of Motor Vehicles is warning residents about a new text message scam claiming recipients have unpaid traffic violations and must click a link to avoid penalties. Officials say the messages are fraudulent and designed to steal personal and financial information, emphasizing that the DMV and E-ZPass Delaware do not request payments by…
Read MoreUPDATED: Upcoming Airfield Closures at Easton Airport Due to Ongoing Modernization Project
UPDATE 04/09/26: The Easton Airport will experience several closures over the coming weeks due to the ongoing airfield modernization project. A full airport closure is scheduled from 7:00 a.m. May 11th through 7:00 a.m. May 14th, during which both runways will be closed, though helicopters may still operate from ramp areas. After that, Runway 15/33…
Read MoreUPDATE: Ocean View Post Office Repairs to begin in June and be Completed by the End of September
UPDATE 04/09/26:Â The Ocean View Post Office remains temporarily closed due to structural issues and mold concerns, with repairs set to begin June 1st and a targeted completion date of September 30th, according to the U.S. Postal Service. The facility will reopen once it meets all safety standards. In the meantime, Ocean View customers are…
Read MoreGeneral Assembly Leadership Introduce Bipartisan Legislation Codifying the Delaware Economic and Financial Advisory Council
Delaware legislative leaders from both parties have introduced bipartisan legislation to formally codify the Delaware Economic and Financial Advisory Council (DEFAC), which has long provided nonpartisan revenue and budget projections for the state. The proposed “DuPont-Cook Financial Responsibility Act” would establish DEFAC in state law, rather than by executive order, aiming to preserve its role…
Read MoreShooting in Dover Leaves Three Injured on North Governors Avenue
In Dover, police say a physical altercation involving several individuals escalated when a suspect—described as wearing all black clothing, red shoes, and a camouflage ski mask—fired two rounds toward the group. The individual then fled westbound and was last seen running north through an alley just west of North Governors Avenue. Officers responded to South…
Read MoreWicomico County Withdraws Support for Waste Diversion Pilot Concept
Wicomico County has withdrawn support for a previously considered pilot program that would have converted non-recyclable landfill waste into fuel briquettes for local energy use. The concept, developed in partnership with Morgan State University, was not a large-scale industrial facility or biorefinery, but rather a small-scale proposal using materials from the Newland Park Landfill. Officials…
Read MoreWorcester County Sheriff’s Office Looking for Man Wanted for CDS Distribution of Narcotic
The Worcester County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s help in locating Veshawn Bratten who is wanted on a Worcester County Circuit Court Arrest Warrant for CDS Distribution of a Narcotic (Cocaine). If you have any information on Veshawn’s whereabouts, contact the Worcester County Sheriff’s Office at 410-632-1112. Bratten is 5’8 and 145 pounds–with…
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