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Salisbury Marathon is Saturday – Road Closures will Begin Friday Afternoon
The Salisbury Marathon takes place on Saturday in downtown Salisbury. Runners from across the country take part in the Salisbury Marathon, half marathon and 5-K races – and there will be road closures because of the events. On Friday, beginning at 1pm the Downtown Plaza will be closed for event signup. Saturday beginning at 6am…
Read MoreEaston Police Investigate Bomb Threat at Local Business
Easton Police were called to Ultra Beauty on Marlboro Avenue in Easton on Thursday for a bomb threat. Ultra Beauty and surrounding businesses were evacuated and police learned store staff received a threat, which was later determined to have originated in Pennsylvania. Agencies in Pennsylvania assisted to determine that the threat was not viable. The…
Read MoreMaryland Customers to Receive Refunds in Lindsay Auto Settlement
The Federal Trade Commission and Maryland Attorney General Anthony G. Brown announced that Lindsay Automotive Group and its executives will return money to resolve allegations that they deceived consumers for years with falsely advertised low prices and unwanted add-ons that led to buyers paying thousands of dollars more for their vehicles. More than $75 million…
Read MoreRep. McBride Highlights Federal Investment to Strengthen the Indian River Inlet Sand Bypass System
Federal funding is being directed toward continued operation of the Indian River Inlet Sand Bypass System at Delaware Seashore State Park, a project aimed at reducing beach erosion, maintaining navigation, and protecting infrastructure like Coastal Highway. Rep. Sarah McBride announced $600,000 in funding for the effort, which supports the system’s operation after recent upgrades. Officials…
Read MoreAAA: National Gas Price Average Exceeds $4/Gallon For the First Time in Four Years
The national average for a gallon of regular exceeded $4/gallon this week for the first time since August 2022. Today’s average of $4.08 is 10 cents higher than last week and $1.08 higher than a month ago. Crude oil prices have been surging, surpassing $100/barrel, as the conflict in the Middle East continues. The Delaware…
Read MoreSussex County Vocational Technical School District Announces the Retirement of Superintendent Dr. Kevin E. Carson
Sussex County Vocational Technical School District Superintendent Dr. Kevin Carson is retiring effective August 31st, 2026, after seven years leading the district. Board President Gary Brittingham said Dr. Carson was key in advancing the district’s mission, improving programs, and helping plan the new Sussex Technical High School. Carson, who previously served the district as assistant…
Read MorePrincess Anne Man Sentenced After Pleading Guilty to Possession With Intent to Distribute Cocaine and Reckless Endangerment
A 40-year-old Princess Anne, Maryland man has been sentenced to eight years in prison after pleading guilty to possession with intent to distribute cocaine and reckless endangerment. Alvin Thompson was sentenced yesterday, April 1st, by Wicomico County Circuit Court Administrative Judge S. James Sarbanes. He must serve at least 50 percent of his sentence before…
Read MoreGovernor Meyer Appoints New Members to Delaware Interfaith Council
Governor Matt Meyer has announced new appointments to the Delaware Interfaith Council, the state body that brings together faith-based organizations and government agencies to address community and social issues. Governor Meyer thanked outgoing members for their service and emphasized the ongoing importance of religious communities in supporting Delaware’s social and civic life. The new members come…
Read MoreLt. Governor Miller Announces Maryland Overdose Data Dashboard Update
Lieutenant Governor Aruna Miller and the Maryland Department of Health today announced a significant update to the Maryland Overdose Data Dashboard, which now includes data from the Rapid Analysis of Drugs (RAD) program. The statewide drug-checking program analyzes the composition of residues from routinely returned equipment submitted by Opioid-Associated Disease Prevention and Outreach Programs (OADPOP). The inclusion…
Read MoreDelaware Division of Motor Vehicles Announces DMV on the Go for 2026
The Delaware Division of Motor Vehicles has announced that the DMV on the Go season officially begins today, April 2nd. The mobile unit will be in Sussex County three days a week, through October 29th from 10am – 2pm. Every Monday, it will be at the Lewes Transit Center, Tuesdays at the CHEER Center in…
Read MoreUPDATED: Snow Hill Voters will go to the Polls to Elect a Mayor & Eastern District Council Representative in May
UPDATED – 04/01/26 – There are two seats up for election in Snow Hill in May. Incumbent Janet Simpson is challenged by Rob Hall for Mayor. For the Eastern District Council seat Ethan Shockley is challenging incumbent Edward Lee. The election is set for Tuesday, May 5th – polls will be open from 7am to…
Read MoreThe Delaware Alliance for Nonprofit Advancement (DANA) Launches Health Insurance Program for Delaware Nonprofits
The Delaware Alliance for Nonprofit Advancement (DANA) has launched Care for Good, a new health insurance program designed specifically for Delaware nonprofits with 10 or more enrolled employees. To help enroll members, DANA has partnered with local insurance broker Weiner Benefits Group, which will engage with the nonprofits and their broker during the enrollment process.…
Read MoreUPDATE: Victim Identified; Milford Police Investigating Single-Vehicle Fatal Crash
UPDATE: Milford Police Department have identified 32-year-old Tyler Wilson of Milford, Delaware, as the sole occupant/operator who died in the fatal single vehicle crash on March 27th on North St. The Milford Police Department continues to investigate this crash. Anyone who witnessed the crash or has relevant information is asked to contact S/Cpl. C. Jackson…
Read MoreEaston Police Arrest Federalsburg Man in August, 2025 Robbery and Assault
Easton Police, with assistance from the U.S. Marshals Capital Regional Fugitive Task Force (CARFTF), arrested a 44-year-old Federalsburg, Maryland man on charges including robbery, second-degree assault, theft, and malicious destruction of property. James D. Shacochis Jr. was transferred to the Talbot County Detention Center. The charges stem from an incident on August 29th, 2025 incident…
Read MoreHistoric Bill Proposed for Delaware Wetlands Preservation
After years of collaboration with agricultural, business, environmental, and government stakeholders, Senator Stephanie Hansen and Representative Debra Heffernan introduced The Wetlands Stewardship Act on Tuesday to ensure the long-term preservation of Delaware’s wetlands. Senate Bill 9 would create Delaware’s first combined tidal and nontidal wetlands program, establishing state-level protections for wetlands that currently lack adequate…
Read MoreNew Delaware Court Administrator Named
The Delaware Supreme Court has announced that Kenneth J. Kelemen, who has been serving as Acting State Court Administrator, has been appointed to the position on a full-time basis. Chief Justice Collins J. Seitz, Jr. praised Kelemen’s leadership, noting his eight years at the helm of the Judicial Information Center and his expertise in technology…
Read MoreUPDATE: Delmarva Discovery Museum to Reopen its Doors Following Outpouring of Community Support
UPDATE: After an outpouring of community support, the Delmarva Discovery Museum in Pocomoke City will officially reopen its doors on Memorial Weekend. In just a matter of days, donors, families, businesses, and supporters came together to help the museum in its efforts to reach the critical emergency fundraising goal of $100,000. Museum directors are calling…
Read MoreMoore-Miller Administration Hosts Best Practices Conference for Overdose Response
Lieutenant Governor Aruna Miller and Maryland’s Office of Overdose Response (MOOR) hosted the Moore-Miller Administration’s first best practices conference to address overdose and substance use disorders in the state. Yesterday’s milestone event convened leaders, practitioners, individuals with lived experience, and community partners to strengthen collective efforts to reduce overdoses and expand pathways to recovery from…
Read MoreDeadline for Candidates to File for Lewes Town Council & BPW Elections is Thursday Afternoon
The filing deadline for candidates interested in running for Lewes City Council or the Lewes Board of Public Works is 4:30pm Thursday. There are two town council seats up for election – each is for a 3 year term. There are also two seats up for election on the BPW – each for a 3…
Read MoreMD’s 2026 Striped Bass Season Opens for Catch-and-Release Fishing April 1st
Regulations for the Maryland 2026 recreational striped bass fishing go into effect on April 1st. This implements a shift in the season from the past 2 years – returning catch-and-release fishing in April for the first time in Maryland since 2019. The summer hot-weather closure will take place during the entire month of August. Starting…
Read MoreDelaware Releases Strategic Framework for Contaminants of Emerging Concern & First PFAS Implementation Plan
DNREC, the Division of Public Health and Department of Ag have announced the release of the 2026 Strategic Framework for Contaminants of Emerging Concern (CEC) and the 2026 PFAS Implementation Plan.  Together, these two documents establish a coordinated, science-based approach to identifying, assessing and reducing risks from a broad class of chemicals that threaten Delaware’s environment,…
Read More15 New Red-Light Cameras Going Up at Delaware Intersections – 1 in Sussex County
DelDOT is adding 15 more red light camera throughout the state in an effort to reduce crashes at intersections. Most of the cameras are in New Castle County, however there is one new camera in Sussex County and five in Kent County. The Sussex County red light camera is in Rehoboth Beach – at Route…
Read MoreVIDEO: Delaware Leaders Encourage Residents to Know Their Rights
Delaware Governor Matt Meyer and other state leaders have released videos in English and Spanish highlighting the essential civil rights that are guaranteed to Delaware residents when they encounter federal immigration authorities. The videos encourage Delawareans to “Know your Rights” and include a state-supported webpage with an easy guide to learn more about keeping themselves…
Read MoreBrandywine Valley SPCA to begin Monthly Walk-Up Clinics in April at Animal Health Centers
The Brandywine Valley SPCA will begin monthly walk-up clinics at each of their Animal Health Centers – starting in April. This program will offer a simple, stress-free way to keep your pets healthy with quick, accessible services to meet you where you are – no need to schedule ahead. You’ll be able to get low-cost…
Read MoreDE Turkey Hunting Season to Offer an Extra Day; Season Opens April 4 and 5 with Youth & Non-ambulatory Hunts
The spring turnkey hunting season in Delaware has been extended by a day – thanks to a recent regulatory change. DNREC will run the season from Saturday, April 11 through Sunday, May 10 – offering turkey hunters with selected permits – Segment D – an additional day of hunting. This information is noted in the…
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