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Easton Airport Airfield Modernization Program Update: Schedule Change and Revised Timeline
For the remainder of 2025, there will be no planned runway closures in 2025 related to the Easton Airport Airfield Modernization project. All previously noted December 2025 and January/February 2026 runway closures are canceled. Operational impacts and runway closures will now take place in 2026. New dates and timelines will be shared in the coming…
Read MoreRehoboth Beach Man Arrested for Burglaries
Delaware State Police were called to 302 the Local for a report of a burglary on September 27 and learned that earlier in the morning a lack male forced entry into an outdoor walk-in refrigerator behind the business and took nearly $2000 worth of food and alcohol. On Monday Troopers were again called for another…
Read MoreFrankford VFC Awarded Grain Rescue Tube & Training
First responders from the Frankford Volunteer Fire Company have been awarded a grain rescue tube and specialized training from the Delaware Farm Bureau. This comes through the Nationwide Grain Bin Safety Advocacy campaign and used to help protect against grain entrapments, which end in dozens of deaths across rural America.  Every year, thousands of farmers…
Read MoreUPDATED: Dewey Beach Fire Under Investigation; 3 Firefighters Injured
UPDATED – 1:20pm –Â The Delaware State Fire Marshal’s office is investigating a fire early Monday morning on Carolina Street in Dewey Beach. Firefighters from Rehoboth Beach were called just after 3am and found a single family home heavily involved in fire. The residence was not occupied at the time of the blaze, which also caused…
Read MoreFire at County Seat Apartments in Georgetown Saturday Accidental
Georgetown firefighters were called for a residential structure fire on Saturday night around 9 on Jury Way at the County Seat Apartments. Firefighters arriving at the scene found the fire occurred in a multi-family structure with an automatic sprinkler activation. The fire occurred on an apartment balcony area that was controlled by the building’s automatic…
Read MoreCleaning & Painting of Rehoboth Avenue Drawbridge Begins October 17; Start of Canal Street Detour Delayed till Oct 27
As part of a statewide DelDOT project, the Rehoboth Avenue drawbridge will be cleaned and painted beginning on Friday, October 17. These processes are necessary to maintain the longevity of the bridge, as corrosion has built up since it was last painted in 1996. While there are no structural issues due to paint corrosion at…
Read MoreUPDATED: West Virginia Man Charged after Hit & Run Collision in Bethany Beach
UPDATED – 10/13/25 – Beddow also faces charges from Dewey Beach Police where he was involved in a collision that damaged the center median pedestrian “wave” as well as knocking down a light pole. ================================ ORIGINAL STORY – 10/12/25 – Police in Bethany Beach were called around 1am Sunday for a hit and run at…
Read MoreUPDATED: Delaware National Guard Activated to Assist with Impacts from Storm; Reception Centers Open in Kent & Sussex Counties
UPDATED – Kent County Reception Center at Magnolia Fire Hall is now CLOSED ========================================= The Delaware National Guard has been activated to assist with emerging needs posed by coastal flooding and high winds which are expected to continue through tomorrow. DEMA has been coordinating with state and local officials since Friday in preparation for impacts…
Read MoreUPDATE #3: Ocean City Monitoring Weekend Coastal Storm & Flooding
UPDATE #3 – 10/12/25 – Town of Ocean City Provides Weather and Flooding Update #3 The Town of Ocean City’s Emergency Management Department, along with Town officials, have continued to closely monitor the ongoing coastal storm.  According to the National Weather Service, the following update has been provided for Ocean City residents and visitors:…
Read MoreBethany Beach: Storm Update
Storm Warning for Bethany Beach The Town of Bethany Beach is urging residents and visitors to prepare for a significant coastal storm expected to affect our area Sunday October 12th through Monday October 13th. Current forecasts indicate a combination of strong offshore winds, high surf, and high astronomical tides, which are likely to cause moderate…
Read MoreDSP Arrest Georgetown Woman after Road Rage Incident
A Georgetown woman was arrested after a road rage incident on Dupont Boulevard near Shortly Road Friday morning around 11:30. Police were called for a road rage incident involving a firearm. Police learned that a Yukon with Delaware tags pulled alongside the victim – a 49 year old Houston, DE man. Both vehicles were southbound…
Read MoreGovernor Matt Meyer Ceremonially Signs Two Bipartisan Child Safety Bills
Governor Matt Meyer ceremonially signed Senate Bills 142 and 143 at Sussex Academy of Arts & Sciences in Georgetown. The Talk of Delmarva’s Joe Ciccanti has more… Â Â Senate Bill 142Â increases the penalty for sexual extortion in specific cases and requires schools to provide age-appropriate education for students on the dangers and warning…
Read MoreSussex County Contributes $1.9-million to Preserve Ag Lands
The 29th round of easement selections by the Delaware Agricultural Lands Preservation Foundation were announced on Friday in Laurel. Ag officials say 36 properties – over 2800 acres – have been preserved at a cost of $14.9-million. The easements are in all three Delaware counties and come from each county government. The Sussex County government…
Read MoreUPDATED: Lewes BPW Cited After March Wastewater Spill
UPDATED – 10/10/25 –Â The Lewes Board of Public Works has been issued a notice of violation by DNREC for a wastewater spill that occurred on March 8 on American Legion Road in Lewes. The spill was due to an equipment failure. Multiple agencies assisted in containing and cleaning the affected roadway and the overflow was…
Read MoreLewes BPW Urges Residents to Prepare for the Weekend Storm
Lewes Board of Public Works urges Lewes residents to prepare for the upcoming storm. Secure your home by bringing in loose items and covering windows, have multiple ways to receive alerts, such as a NOAA Weather Radio or emergency apps, create a family communication plan with a designated safe spot, and prepare an emergency kit…
Read MoreLaurel Man Charged on Gun and Drug Offenses after Traffic Stop
A Laurel man was arrested after a traffic stop Thursday night in Laurel. Delaware State Police on patrol spotted a Dodge Dakota with a registration violation and pulled the truck over in a parking lot on Georgetown Road. While speaking with the driver, 36 year old Jeremy Cooper of Laurel, Cooper was unable to provide…
Read MoreMD State Senator Michael A. Jackson Appointed as Acting MSP Superintendent
Maryland State Police Superintendent Col. Roland Butler is retiring on November 1st after over 31 years in law enforcement – and Lt. Col Daniel Pickett will serve as interim superintendent. Governor Wes Moore has appointed Maryland State Senator Michael A. Jackson as the acting superintendent of the Maryland State Police beginning on November 12. Jackson…
Read MoreDEMA: Five Steps to Prepare Now for Severe Weather
In anticipation of an intensifying coastal storm this weekend, the Delaware Emergency Management Agency (DEMA) urges residents to monitor and prepare by following National Weather Service (NWS) reports and all subsequent guidance from local officials. The NWS has announced a Coastal Flood Watch, Storm, and High Wind Watch from Sunday through Monday evening for portions…
Read MoreSussex County Readies for Major Coastal Storm
A major coastal storm is on track to lash the mid-Atlantic region, including Sussex County, with heavy rains, gusty winds, and moderate to major tidal flooding throughout the Columbus Day weekend, potentially hampering travel, causing power outages, and scouring local beaches. The National Weather Service has issued a coastal flood watch and a high wind…
Read MoreWeather Update from the City of Rehoboth
The City of Rehoboth Beach is monitoring a significant coastal storm that is expected to impact our area this weekend. Residents, visitors, and businesses are advised to take precautions. Strong to damaging winds are possible, so please secure all loose umbrellas, outdoor furniture, and trash cans. Motorists should use caution when driving and avoid any…
Read MoreUPDATED: Delaware State Police Investigating Single-Vehicle Fatal Crash in Seaford
UPDATED – 10/10/25 – Delaware State Police have identified 63 year old Jorge Ruiz of Seaford as the man who died in the fatal crash in Seaford on Wednesday. ============================================================= ORIGINAL STORY – 10/08/25 – Delaware State Police are investigating a fatal crash in which a vehicle exited the road and struck a tree. The…
Read MoreDelDOT Traffic Alert: Bridge Rehabilitation Project in Frankford Area to Resume
In the Frankford area, Armory Road/SR. 20 between Dukes Road and Omar Road will be temporarily closed starting on Monday, October 27th at 7:00am. According to DelDOT, the closure will continue until Monday November 3rd at 7:00am. Crews will complete a bridge rehabilitation project that began earlier this year and was paused through the summer…
Read MoreUPDATE: Forecasters, Local Officials Monitoring Potential Coastal Storm This Weekend
Coastal areas on Delmarva are bracing for what is expected to be a significant coastal storm with the threat of flooding and beach erosion this weekend and especially Sunday into Monday. Lead Hurricane Specialist at AccuWeather—Alex DaSilva tells the Talk of Delmarva what we can expect in terms of gusty winds. Localized flooding inland is…
Read More2026 Delaware Teacher of the Year to be Named Tuesday
Twenty outstanding teachers will be honored at a celebration on October 14th in Dover, when one of them also will be named Delaware’s 2026 Teacher of the Year. The candidates were nominated by their districts or the Delaware Charter Network during the 2025 calendar year because of their superior ability to inspire students with a love of…
Read MoreGovernor Matt Meyer Ceremonially Signs Bills to Strengthen Public Safety And Support Law Enforcement
Governor Matt Meyer has signed ceremonial copies of three bills intended to strengthen Delaware’s commitment to public safety, honor those who serve, and promote responsible firearm laws.  House Bill 123, sponsored by Rep. Nnamdi Chukwuocha and Sen. Darius Brown, creates a new crime for shooting at homes, businesses, vehicles, or places of worship, helping…
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