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Governor Hogan announces 9th case of coronavirus in Maryland
Governor Larry Hogan today convened an emergency meeting of the Maryland Governor’s Executive Council (Cabinet) to review the state’s ongoing response to novel coronavirus. At the start of the Cabinet meeting, which lasted nearly two hours, the governor announced new guidance for long-term care facilities to help protect older people and limit the spread of…
Read MoreSussex County Names New P&Z Director
The Sussex County Council has named Jamie Whitehouse as Sussex County’s new Director of Planning and Zoning. He was named Acting Director when Janelle Cornwell left at the end of January for a similar position with the City of Lewes. Whitehouse, who was a planning professional in England, moved with his family to the US…
Read MoreUPDATED: Millsboro man killed in industrial accident in Rehoboth Beach
UPDATED 3-10-20: Delaware State Police have released the name of the Millsboro man who died last week in an industrial accident in Rehoboth Beach as 49 year old Frank Riemer. The investigation is continuing into the cause and manner of death. ========================================================== A Millsboro man was killed Thursday in an industrial accident in Rehoboth Beach.…
Read MoreSussex Tech JROTC Program to End in June
Sussex Tech’s JROTC program will close at the end of this school year. In spite of extensive research and outreach, JROTC Cadet Command has informed the district there are no certified instructors available in Delaware. The program needs 2 instructors to operate – one commissioned and one non-commissioned – each must be retired from the…
Read MoreRehoboth Beach to Begin Milling on Philadelphia Ave and Third Street This Week
Paving will be starting on Philadelphia Street and Third Street in Rehoboth Beach next week. The contractor is finishing final prep work and milling will begin on Thursday on Philadelphia between Scarborough and King Charles Avenues and on Third Street between Lake and Columbia Avenues. Expect road closures for through traffic during work hours –…
Read MoreMotorcycle Rider Injured in Crash East of Millsboro
Emergency personnel from Indian River Volunteer Fire Company responded to a motorcycle accident on Warwick Road east of Millsboro just before 9 on Monday evening. Officials say the rider of a Honda missed a curve and went off the road striking several driveway markers, crossed through a front lawn and collided with a small tree. …
Read MoreMilford PD Meeting Tonight to Discuss New HQ
Residents in Milford are invited to a community conversation about the new Milford Police Department headquarters. The meeting will be held tonight at 7pm at the Carlisle Fire Company. Chief Brown wants to share with you the plans for the new facility and get your input on the exterior design. A public hearing will be…
Read MoreDE FFA To Hold Annual Convention in Dover
The Delaware FFA will host its 90th annual State FFA Convention this week at Delaware State University in Dover. The convention is Wednesday and Thursday and members will participate in career and leadership development events as well as leadership workshops. On Wednesday FFA members will take part in a day of service – packing over…
Read MoreDelmarva Power Asking DE PSC for Updates to Electric & Natural Gas Delivery Rates
Delmarva Power is requesting that the Delaware Public Service Commission update electric and natural gas delivery rates to reflect the costs associated with reliability improvements to the local energy grid, along with new technology the company has implemented to meet customer needs and growth in Delaware. The request would adjust a typical electric residential customer’s…
Read MoreDE Memorial Bridge Breaking Traffic Records
The Delaware Memorial Bridge continues to break traffic records in the New Year. In January the bridge handled over 1.3-million vehicles – in February over 1.2-million vehicles traveled through the southbound toll plaza. The previous January record has stood since 2006 – and February’s previous record has been on the books since 2004. The bridge…
Read More6th Coronavirus Case in Maryland Confirmed
A 6th case of coronavirus has been confirmed in Maryland. Governor Larry Hogan says the newest case in a Prince George’s County resident who traveled out of state recently. Maryland health officials say there are no major concerns over exposure risk to the community and no connection to the previous cases. This is the first…
Read MoreSussex County Council Meets Tuesday – Possible P&Z Director Selected?
The Sussex County Council will meet Tuesday morning in Georgetown. On the agenda, the council will discuss a selection for Director of Planning and Zoning. Former director Janelle Cornwell left to take a similar position with the City of Lewes at the end of January. There will be two public hearings during the morning session…
Read MoreDPH Advises Older Delawareans to Avoid Crowds to Reduce Risk from Coronavirus
Delaware Public health officials advise older Delawareans and people with severe chronic health conditions to follow guidelines issued by the CDC and to avoid crowds as much as possible to reduce the risk of contracting coronavirus. Early data shows older people are twice as likely to suffer a serious illness from coronavirus or COVID-19. Currently…
Read MoreUPDATED: Coronavirus UPDATE – VA Marine & CPAC Attendee in MD Test Positive
UPDATED 3/8/20 8:30am: A Wilmington couple are among the passenger of the cruise ship that’s off the coast of San Francisco, California where 21 people – 19 crew and 2 guests – have tested positive with coronavirus. NBC 10 in Philadelphia reports the couple – Frank and Gail Sanderson – have been restricted to their…
Read MoreBrandywine Valley SPCA Opens Dover Campus
The Brandywine Valley SPCA has opened a campus in Kent County. A grand opening celebration was held at their new location in Dover on Saturday. The new campus includes an adoption center, stray dog holding, low cost vet clinic and more. This completes Brandywine’s plans to open a full-service facility in each county – and…
Read MoreMeredith & Baty Elected to Milton Town Council
There will be one new face on the Milton town council. Voters have elected Randi Meredith to the council – she took the most votes with 313 followed by incumbent Richard Baty with 204. Incumbent Emory West came in third with 199 votes followed by John Klein with 141. Meredith and Baty will be sworn…
Read MoreNo Changes in Selbyville Town Council
No changes on the Selbyville Town Council. Jay Murray was the top vote-getter with 85 votes – followed by Rick Duncan with 75 votes. Challenger William Thompson received 22 votes.
Read MoreUPDATED: MD Governor Hogan Updates Marylanders on Coronavirus
UPDATED: Governor Larry Hogan today issued a directive requiring all state health insurers to waive costs associated with testing for COVID-19. The directive, issued under the governor’s authority during a state of emergency, waives any cost-sharing, including co-payments, coinsurance, and deductibles, in order to remove cost barriers to testing. The governor also provided additional details regarding…
Read MoreNew DSP & Municipal Recruits Complete Law Enforcement Training
The Delaware State Police held graduation ceremonies last week at Dover High School for the 93rd DSP and 89th Municipal Recruit Class. Twenty-five new Troopers and 24 Law Enforcement Officers have completed Law Enforcement training. These officers represent eight agencies across the state – including the DRBA, Dover, Georgetown, Seaford and South Bethany Police Departments.
Read MoreFriday Morning Chicken House Fire in Delmar – Accidental
A chicken house fire Friday morning in Delmar has been ruled accidental by the Delaware State Fire Marshal. Delmar Fire crews were called just after 7am to the chicken house on Delmar Road and found smoke and flames coming from the structure. Several other companies provided aid and cover. Officials say the fire was caused…
Read MoreGovernor Hogan issues State of Emergency as 3 test positive for coronavirus in Maryland
Three people have tested postitive for coronavirus in Maryland. Governor Larry Hogan announced the state’s first positive cases of novel coronavirus (COVID-19) at a press conference Thursday evening and declared a state of emergency to ramp up Maryland’s coordinated response across all levels of government. “In order to further mobilize all available state resources in…
Read MoreOver 5,000 businesses in Delaware may be paying higher than necessary rates for Delmarva Power
The Delaware Division of the Public Advocate and the Delaware Public Service Commission are urging medium and large businesses that get their electricity from Delmarva Power to contact the utility immediately and ask if they qualify for lower billing rates. This call to action is a result of a recent investigation conducted by the Public…
Read MoreGovernor Hogan introduces emergency bill to fight coronavirus in Maryland
Governor Larry Hogan is introducing emergency legislation granting him the authority to transfer resources from the state’s rainy day fund for Maryland’s coronavirus response. he governor also announced that the Maryland Emergency Management Agency (MEMA) is raising its activation level to Enhanced in order to mobilize additional resources across state government. “We are submitting emergency…
Read MoreOne dead, child injured in serious crash in Harrington
One person was killed, a child was injured, and another suffered critical injuries in a serious crash Wednesday night in Harrington. According to the Harrington Fire Company, around 7:30 p.m., Wednesday first responders were notified of a serious motor vehicle crash in the 5400 block of Vernon Road. First responders arrived on scene and discovered…
Read MoreDelaware DOJ warns residents of coronavirus-related scams
In light of ongoing developments related to the current coronavirus (COVID-19) situation and its impact on financial markets, the Delaware Department of Justice’s Consumer and Investor Protection Units are reminding consumers and investors in Delaware to beware of con artists seeking to capitalize on fear and uncertainty. “Con artists see opportunity in people’s anxieties,” said…
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