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City of Salisbury’s Intent to Cooperate with Wicomico County on 287(g) Program
The City of Salisbury and the Salisbury Police Department have announced their intent to cooperate with the efforts of the Wicomico County Sheriff’s office on the 287(g) Program, which assists in the removal of incarcerated individuals who are found not to have legal status in this country. Chief Dave Meienschein of the Salisbury Police Department said…
Read MoreMaryland State Fire Marshal: Queen Anne’s High School Fire–Accidental
A fire that occurred early yesterday evening at Queen Anne’s High School on Ruthsburg Road in Centreville has been ruled accidental. The blaze broke out after 7 p.m. in the back first floor office of the two-story educational building. The fire Alarm and sprinkler System were present and did activate. The Fire Alarm Company was…
Read MoreDover Police Investigating Burglary at Dunkin’ Donuts
Dover Police are investigating a burglary that occurred at Dunkin’ Donuts on N DuPont Highway early this morning. Dover Police responded to the business around 4 a.m. for the burglary report. Officers found a front glass door broken. The ensuing investigation revealed the suspect used a hammer to break the front door glass and gain entry.…
Read MoreConsumer Advisory Issued Regarding Vaccine Insurance Coverage In Delaware
Residents in the First State are reaching out, concerned that they will lose coverage for and access to immunizations, according to the Delaware Department of Insurance. In response, Insurance Commissioner Trinidad Navarro has shared that several commercial carriers have agreed to maintain their current vaccine coverage levels, and the department is providing consumers with updated…
Read MoreSussex County Council Meets Tuesday; County Marijuana Regulations Up for Discussion
UPDATED –Â 09/09/25 –Â The Sussex County Council discussed the possibility of amending Ordinance #3016 which regulates marijuana establishments. After Sussex County adopted the ordinance in May of 2024, State lawmakers passed Senate Bill 75 – which would have limited the restrictions a county may impose on the operation of marijuana establishments. Governor Matt Meyer vetoed…
Read MoreTwo Kent County Horses Confirmed with West Nile Virus
Two cases of West Nile Virus have been confirmed in Delaware horses this year. The State Veterinarian says that the onset of symptoms in both cases occurred between August 31st and September 1st and occurred in a 4 year old Standardbred gelding and a 7 year old Standardbred mare – both in Kent County and…
Read MoreMilton Police Make Arrest for Assault
Milton Police were called to Tilney Street for an assault with a weapon early on Friday morning. Police identified the suspect as 23 year old Brandon Barto who was arrested and charged with the following: strangulation or suffocation 2nd degree assault 1st degree unlawful imprisonment. Barto was arraigned at JP Court 2 and issued a…
Read MoreUPDATED: Gov Meyer Signs Several Measures Supporting Delaware Firefighters
UPDATED – 09/09/25 –Â Legislation that support firefighters in Delaware have been signed by Governor Mike Meyer on Tuesday. House Bill 171 updates the Delaware Volunteerism Act to specify that high school students can complete their community service requirements and earn up to one elective credit by volunteering with their local fire departments. The other measure…
Read MoreAerial Mosquito Spraying Tonight in Prime Hook & Broadkill Beach Areas
Weather permitting; the Delaware Mosquito Control Section plans the following insecticide application during the evening hours on Monday, September 8, 2025: Application of Trumpet EC (naled) with an airplane (registration numbers N5552A) to control adult mosquitoes in the following areas: Near Milford and Lewes (Prime Hook and Broadkill Beaches). For notification purposes, spraying will be done in the following spray…
Read MoreDagsboro PD K9 Benefit & Community Night is Tuesday
The Dagsboro Police Department will hold their K9 Benefit and Community Night Out at the Dagsboro Fire Department on Tuesday, September 9 from 5 to 7pm. They are doing a BBQ chicken platter fundraiser for the K9 program and all orders will benefit K9 Buzz. Come and meet the Dagsboro Police Department and other local…
Read MoreHonorable Caroline Brittingham Joins The Court Of Chancery As Magistrate In Chancery
The Honorable Caroline Brittingham has joined the Court of Chancery as Magistrate in Chancery. She will handle cases throughout the State of Delaware – with chambers located in Georgetown. This is one of two newly funded Magistrate in Chancery positions designed to help the court in its increasing workload. Magistrate Brittingham is a Delaware resident…
Read MoreASMFC to Hold Hybrid Hearing in Delaware Sept. 18 on Striped Bass Management Plan
The Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission will hold a hybrid public hearing on Thursday, September 18 to gather public input on the Draft Addendum 3 to Amendment 7 to the Atlantic Striped Bass Interstate Fishery Management Plan. The plan is intended to increase the probability of rebuilding stock to the target level by 2029 by…
Read MoreUPDATED: Crash in Blades Saturday Night Leaves Seaford Man Dead
UPDATED – 09/08/25 – Delaware State Police have identified 58-year-old Purnell Collins of Seaford, Delaware, as the man who died in the fatal crash Saturday night in Blades. ==================================================== ORIGINAL STORY – 09/07/25 – A crash around 11pm Saturday left a Seaford man dead. Delaware State Police spotted a Silverado with an expired temporary tag…
Read MoreOC Special Event Zone Sept 10-14 for OC Rock & Ride Bikefest
Ocean City will be designated as a Special Event Zone September 10 through the 14th during the OC Rock & Ride Bikefest. With thousands of motorcycle enthusiasts expected in the area, the Special Event Zone reduces established speed limits and increases fines for violations. There are also increased penalties for specific motor vehicle violations –…
Read MoreUPDATED: Easton Police Make Arrest in Malicious Destruction of Property at Sts Peter & Paul Elementary and Other Properties
UPDATED – 09/06/25 – Easton Police have made an arrest after spray painted International Transgender symbols began showing up at multiple locations – including on property at Sts. Peter & Paul Elementary School. Police obtained a photo of the suspect, 32 year old Sian Radaskiewicz-King of Easton and spotted her in the area of the…
Read MoreDelaware Joining Regional Public Health Coalition
Delaware will join other Northeast states in a regional public health coalition. Governor Matt Meyer made that announcement on Friday saying that science must determine how Delaware keeps healthy. Delaware Public Health officials say this multi-state collaborative is focused on developing evidence-based recommendations on vaccinations, disease surveillance, emergency preparedness and supporting state public health labs.…
Read MoreFederal, State and Local Officials Tour Indian River Inlet & Beach Projects
Federal, state and local officials visited the Indian River Inlet Friday to get an update on the work being done to protect the coastline. DNREC Secretary Greg Patterson and officials from the US Army Corps of Engineers led the tour of the restoration projects along the bridge and beaches at the inlet. On the south…
Read MoreMD Senate Minority Leader, Steve Hershey, Exploring Possible Run for Governor
Maryland Senate Minority Leader Steve Hershey has announced that he is forming an exploratory committee to consider a campaign for governor. Hershey says that the Republican party in Maryland and the State face an important crossroads and wants to protect the integrity of the political process and ensure voters have a genuine choice on Election…
Read MoreTwo Die in Early Morning Salisbury House Fire
Maryland State Fire Marshal’s Office continues to investigate a fire on Middleneck Drive in Salisbury early Friday morning that claimed two lives. Salisbury firefighters were called to the two story home just after 2am where they found fire through the roof. Two adult victims were found inside and transported to Tidal-Health Peninsula Regional Hospital and…
Read More47th Annual Nanticoke Indian Pow Wow This Weekend at Hudson Fields
The 47th Annual Nanticoke Indian Pow Wow is this weekend at Hudson Fields in Milton. The fun begins Saturday morning at 10am – the Grand Entry is at noon and there will be 2 dance sessions. There is also a street rod car show (Saturday only). Sunday begins with a church service at 9am. The…
Read MoreWoodland Ferry Maintenance & Inspection to begin Sept 11
DelDOT has announced that beginning Thursday, September 11, the Woodland Ferry will be closed to the public for its annual maintenance and US Coast Guard inspection. Normal operations are tentatively scheduled to return at 7am on Monday, September 22.
Read MoreLaurel School District – 2 Hour Delay – Power Outage
Due to an overnight power outage, the Laurel School District will operate on a two-hour delay today, Friday, September 5. Delmarva Power has informed us that service should be restored early this morning. Laurel Middle/High School (LMHS) will begin at 9:30 AM. Laurel Elementary School (LEIS and NLELA) will begin at 10:40 AM.  There…
Read MoreDelaware First State In The Nation To Partner With OpenAI On Certification Program
Governor Matt Meyer announced today that Delaware will be the first state in the nation to join the OpenAI Certification Program, a groundbreaking initiative to help students and workers build fundamental skills in artificial intelligence. The partnership will begin with early-stage programming across schools and workforce training programs to give every Delawarean the chance to…
Read MoreUpdate: Wicomico County Broadband Expansion Project
Many Wicomico County households will soon gain reliable, high-speed internet access thanks to a $2.9 million state-funded broadband expansion project. The effort will help families in underserved areas stay connected for work, school, healthcare, and daily needs. Approximately 381 locations across the county are included in the project. Over the coming months, providers including Talkie…
Read MoreShooting in Frankford Leaves Two People Injured
The Delaware State Police are investigating a shooting that occurred early this morning in Frankford, leaving two people injured. Today, September 4th, at about 2:41 a.m., troopers responded to the area of Honolulu Road and Reed Street in Frankford for a report of a shooting. When troopers arrived, they found a 27-year-old man from Frankford…
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