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Pier At Lewes Ferry Terminal Named After Former DRBA Commissioner
The Public Pier at the Cape May – Lewes Ferry Delaware terminal has a new name. A bronze plaque has been dedicated in recognition of the service and contributions of former Delaware River and Bay Authority Commissioner William Lowe the Third. DRBA commissioners unanimously approved renaming of the pier after Lowe more than a year…
Read MoreRehoboth Drug Take-Back Day Collects 142 Pounds Of Meds
Drug Take-Back Day had its desired effect in Rehoboth Beach. Police say 142 pounds of unused, expired and unwanted prescription medications were turned in Saturday. āThe National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day addresses a critical public safety and public health issue,ā Rehoboth Beach Police Chief Keith Banks said. The Drug Enforcement Administration and law enforcement agencies…
Read MoreUpdate: Oil Spill Cleanup Enters 2nd Week
The cleanup of oil patties from Delaware beaches enters its second week. The Delaware Department of Natural Resources says about 55 tons, or four construction dumpsters’ worth of oil blobs, polluted sand and other debris had been removed as of Sunday afternoon. DNREC and the US Coast Guard are managing the unified command. āThe job…
Read MoreUpdate: Police ID Victim Of Fatal Crash Near Bridgeville
Update: Monday morning, Delaware State Police identified the person who died in a crash on Coverdale Road east of Bridgeville early Saturday as 19-year-old Leon Mann Jr. of Bridgeville. ———————————————————————————————————————————————— A crash just after 1am Saturday has left one person dead. Delaware State Police say an SUV was speeding on Coverdale Road east of Bridgeville…
Read MoreBethany, S. Bethany Near Agreements With Comcast
Comcast will offer internet and cable TV services to residents of Bethany Beach and South Bethany. The towns have reached an agreement with Comcast to ensure that permits and necessary approvals move forward. Comcast begins to roll out services within 12 to 18 months. Residents will have access to a wide range of Comcast and…
Read MoreFirefighter Falls Through House Floor In Magnolia
A firefighter fell through the floor of a home in Magnolia during a response to a fire Sunday.Firefighters from three companies responded to the blaze on West Birdie Lane in Jonathan’s Landing Sunday afternoon.Shortly after crews entered the home, a firefighter had to be rescued after fell through the floor to the basement.The firefighter was…
Read MorePickup Truck Rolls Over On Mt. Joy Rd.
A vehicle roll-over accident in Millsboro sent one person to a hospital early Monday.Delaware State Police are investigating the overnight crash on Mount Joy Road near Cordrey Road.Members of the Indian River Volunteer Fire Company responded.The roof was cut off the pick-up truck to allow a 21-year-old woman to get out.She was taken to a…
Read MoreBoat, Personal Watercraft Catch Fire In West OC
Ocean City firefighters responded Sunday night to a reported blaze involving a boat and a personal watercraft.The fire broke out in the 12,000-block of West Hopetown Lane in West Ocean City.No injuries have been reported.The cause of the fire is under investigation.
Read MoreEarly Voting Begins In Md. Monday
Maryland begins in-person early voting today.Marylanders have been encouraged to take advantage of early voting, or if they wait until election day to head to the voting center during off-peak times such as mid-morning or early afternoon.Early voting takes place each day through Monday November 2nd, including Saturday and Sunday.Marylanders may vote at any voting…
Read MoreFruitland Primary School Closed; Staff Member Positive For COVID-19
Fruitland Primary School will move to virtual learning for two weeks after a staff member tested positive for COVID-19, and a person showed COVID-19 symptoms. Wicomico County Public Schools say contact tracing was conducted after learning of the positive case and the possible case. Staff members and students have been wearing masks and following other…
Read MoreDover & Kent County Firefighters Battle 2-Alarm Blaze in Dover
UPDATED – 8:30am – Fire crews have cleared the scene of a 2-alarm house fire on Woodland Road in Dover. The call came in just before 5:30 Sunday morning and firefighters from companies across Kent County battled the blaze. The State Fire Marshal is investigating. ===================================================== Fire crews from across Kent County are on the…
Read MoreUpdate: Oil Spill Clean-Up Efforts Intensify; Oil Found at North Indian River Inlet Beach
UPDATED – 10/25/20 7:30am – An oil spill last week off the Delaware coast is under investigation by DNREC and the US Coast Guard. Oily globs have been washing up on area beaches from the upper Delaware Beach to now ā the North Indian River Inlet Beach, according to DNREC beach monitoring. Friday, Governor John…
Read MoreWatch for Bogus Instagram Messages from State Sen. Ernie Lopez
In his weekly newsletter this week, State Senator Ernie Lopez says an inactive Instagram account of his has been spoofed and he’s warning about bogus messages being sent out in his name. Dear Friends, Well, it seems as though the goblinsĀ of Halloween are at work a little early as there is a Senator Ernesto B.Ā LĆ³pezĀ Instagram…
Read MoreSaturday is Drug Take Back Day
Today is Drug Take Back Day. You can dispose of prescription drugs safely and responsibly. During last October’s drug take back day in Delaware ā nearly 4000 pounds of drugs were disposed of. You can drop off your expired, unused or unwanted medications between 10 and 2pm. Vape pens & e-cigarettes will be accepted ā…
Read MoreWoodbridge HS Closed for Coronavirus
Tonight’s first football game between rivals Delmar and Woodbridge was sidelined before it even began after multiple positive coronavirus tests came back for staff and students at Woodbridge High School. The Woodbridge School District posted a statement today closing the High School campus for 2 weeks while the situation is investigated and the building is…
Read MoreDNREC Taking Public Comment on Implementation of Ban on Single Use Plastic Bags in Retail Stores
On Wednesday , Oct. 21, 2020, DNREC conducted a virtual hearing on proposed regulations implementing a ban on single-use plastic bags in retail stores. Anyone who attempted to watch the hearing online by clicking on a direct link on the DNREC public hearing page was able to attend, and 12 members of the public were in…
Read MoreMurray Criticizes Carney On Jobs, FOIA Response
Republican gubernatorial candidate Julianne Murray said Thursday that expectations of new industries and jobs and a cleaner environment have not come to reality under the Coastal Zone Conversion Permit Act signed by Governor John Carney. Speaking in New Castle along with Delaware Republican Party Chair Jane Brady, Murray said regulations took two years for DNREC…
Read MoreState Revises Inmate-Focused Treatment Programs
The Delaware Department of Correction has reformed its substance abuse disorder treatment programs for offenders. DOC Commissioner Claire DeMatteis outlined the changes during a visit to the Sussex Correctional Institution. Existing programs that offer treatment services, psychiatric care and re-entry guidance had not been substantially revised in more than two decades, and no longer reflected…
Read MoreMd. Unveils $250-Million Economic Relief Package
Maryland Governor Larry Hogan said Thursday that the state will allocate money from the Rainy Day fund toward the $250-million Maryland Strong: Economic Recovery Initiative. Maryland restaurants, small businesses, arts organizations, entertainment venues and Main Street programs could qualify for direct assistance under this program. Hogan said he took the action as the federal government…
Read MoreWicomico Creekwatchers Release Water Quality Report
A report card on the water quality of the Wicomico River gives a grade of about C- plus.The Wicomico Environmental Trust and the City of Salisbury presented the 2019 Wicomico Creekwatchers River Report Thursday.Citizen-scientists periodically collected data from 26 sites along the Wicomico River during 2019.Analysis shows that nitrates in the water have increased, while…
Read MoreLewes Beach Closed Due To Oil Spill Clean-Up
The City of Lewes is closing its beaches 1 and 2 to the public due to this week’s oil spill. Signs are being posted at beach cross-overs and on the dune fence to inform visitors of the closures Thursday and Friday. The beaches will remain closed until DNREC and the Coast Guard advise Lewes officials…
Read MoreWorcester Co. Brands As “Maryland’s Coast”
A six-month outreach and engagement effort has resulted in a new ‘place brand’ for Worcester County: “Maryland’s Coast.” Tourism and Economic Development Director Tom Perlozzo said Wednesday that “Maryland Coast” embraces Worcester County’s “most recognized and distinguishing physical characteristic” – The Atlantic Ocean and its status as the only place in Maryland where land meets…
Read MoreUD Announces Plans For Spring Semester
The University of Delaware plans to offer more in-person instruction in the spring semester and to increase dorm occupancy.The spring semester will start February 15th, one week later than usual. President Dennis Assanis hopes the short delay will reduce the risk of the spread of influenza as well. There will be no spring break in…
Read MoreUpdate: Seaford Storage Garage Fire Was Electrical
A fire last weekend that gutted a youth soccer association storage structure in Seaford was caused by an electrical malfunction inside the building on Virginia Avenue in Seaford.The Delaware State Fire Marshal says damage is estimated at $50,000 from the fire early last Saturday. The Western Sussex Youth Soccer Association said its equipment inside was…
Read MoreGumboro Christmas Parade Is On For Dec. 12th
Gumboro plans to go ahead with the Gumboro Community Association 3rd Annual Christmas Parade.The group says it has decided to “embrace the challenges” and strives to put on its biggest parade yet.Participants and spectators are welcome, but the parade will proceed with guidelines and protocols under the COVID-19 pandemic.The Gumboro Christmas Parade is scheduled for…
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