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UPDATED: Georgetown Man Dies from Injuries in May 1st Crash North of Millsboro
UPDATED – 05/29/26 –Â A crash on May 1st near the intersection of Bethesda Road and Avenue of Honor north of Millsboro has turned deadly. The investigation is continuing, however Delaware State Police say that the 18 year old driver, Pablo Pineda Pindea of Georgetown, who was hospitalized with critical injuries, died from his injuries on…
Read MoreToday is Last Day to Change Political Party Affiliation before Delaware’s September Primary Election
Today is the last day that you can change your political party affiliation before the September 15th 2026 Delaware State Primary Election. Only voters registered Democrat or Republican can vote in the Primary Election. The deadline is 11:59pm (if changing online) You may change your party affiliation: At ivote.de.gov, or Download, complete, and submit a…
Read MoreNew Interpretive Sign to be Unveiled at Johnnie Walker Beach in Lewes Saturday Morning
A new interpretive sign will be unveiled Saturday at Johnnie Walker Beach in Lewes. The City of Lewes African American Heritage Commission will unveil the sign at 10am at 1 Georgia Avenue. According to a Cape Gazette story from February, the beach – originally known as Beach 2 – and was designated for ‘colored’ families…
Read MoreUPDATED: All Charges Against Promoters of Rehoboth Beach Takeover Event on May 19 – Dismissed
UPDATED – 05/29/26 – Charges against four Delaware State University students who were wanted by Rehoboth Beach Police as the promoters of a “Takeover” Event that occurred on May 19th have been dismissed. DOJ spokesman Mat Marshall says that Attorney General Kathy Jennings found no factual basis to charge the defendants with any criminal offense. Prosecutors…
Read MoreThree Charged after Tuesday Morning Assault in Felton
Felton Police have arrested 3 after an assault on at a convenience store on South DuPont Highway just after 7 Tuesday morning. Police say a 23 year old male victim was pumping gas when three black males pulled up behind his vehicle. As their vehicle inched closer to the victim’s vehicle, the victim asked what…
Read MoreUPDATED: DSP Make Arrest in Home Invasion in Georgetown
UPDATED – 05/29/26 – A Millsboro man has been arrested in connection with a home invasion that occurred around 10:30am on May 15th on Lawson Road east of Georgetown. Police have arrested 44 year old Robert Berry of Millsboro after investigation into the incident. Berry was arrested Thursday and taken to Troop 4, where he was charged…
Read MoreDelaware State Police Investigating an In-Custody Suicide at Troop 3 in Camden
A 49-year-old Hartly man died by suicide while in custody at Delaware State Police Troop 3 in Camden, according to Delaware State Police. Authorities said Shane Mullen used a shoelace to hang himself while alone in a temporary holding cell. Troopers attempted lifesaving efforts after finding him, but he was pronounced dead a short time…
Read MoreAAA: National Gas Price Average Down Some According to Latest Report
The national average for a gallon of regular gasoline is down 12 cents from last week at $4.42, according to AAA. Crude oil prices have been going down this week amid reports of peace talks with Iran. But the fragile situation could cause oil prices to spike again if a ceasefire deal isn’t reached. AAA…
Read MoreNational Electrical Safety Month: Delmarva Power Shares Boating and Power Line Safety Tips
As graduation season continues, Delmarva Power is reminding customers not to release popular Mylar (also known as foil baloons) into the air… Senior Communications Specialist with Delmarva Power–Mary Oakey tells the Talk of Delmarva that with May as National Electrical Safety Month, the company is reminding customers about other safety tips as well including the…
Read MoreGovernor Moore Launches New AI Innovation Lab to Upscale AI Adoption and Experimentation in State Government
Governor Wes Moore has announced Maryland’s AI Innovation Lab, an initiative within the Maryland Department of Information Technology (DoIT) that officials say will provide State agencies with tools, infrastructure, and expert consultation necessary to upscale AI adoption and experimentation. Governor Moore says that by launching the AI Innovation Lab, Maryland is not just leading the…
Read MoreDelaware State Police Investigating Shooting Incident on Lawson Road in Georgetown
The Delaware State Police are investigating a shooting incident that occurred Tuesday morning on Lawson Road in Georgetown. According to police, on May 26th at approximately 9:10 a.m., troopers responded to Lawson Road in Georgetown for a report of a house struck by gunfire. Police say someone fired multiple shots at the residence. Three people…
Read MoreUPDATED: Suspect in Custody; State Police Investigating Homicide in Seaford
UPDATED – 05/28/26 – The Delaware State Police continue to investigate the homicide that occurred in Seaford last week. On May 27th, 19-year-old Darrin West of Seaford was taken into custody in Maryland with assistance from the Salisbury Police Department and the Maryland State Police. West is currently being held in Maryland pending extradition. Upon…
Read More28 Organizations Awarded Delaware Grocery Initiative Grants to Combat Food Insecurity
In an effort to to help strengthen food access and combat food insecurity in the First State, 28 organizations, Delaware farmers, and grocery and market retailers have been awarded Delaware Grocery Initiative grants during the Spring 2026 cycle, with more than $700,000 distributed. Created through legislation led by Senator Darius Brown and Representative Nnamdi Chukwuocha…
Read MoreSalisbury Man Sentenced for Sexual Abuse of Minor
A 38-year-old Salisbury man has received his sentence for sex crimes committed between August and October of 2025. The Honorable Matthew A. Maciarello, Associate Judge of the Circuit Court for Wicomico County, sentenced Jacob Price to 105 years in prison. Price had previously pleaded guilty on April 2nd, 2026, to Sexual Abuse of a Minor…
Read MoreAAA Urges Drivers to Practice “100 Days of Safe Driving” This Summer
AAA is urging drivers to commit to “100 Days of Safe Driving” between Memorial Day and Labor Day, a period when crash fatalities typically rise. According to AAA, more than 30% of fatal crashes involving teen drivers and nearly one-third of impaired-driving deaths occur during the summer travel season. In 2024, 2,636 people nationwide were…
Read MoreCity of Salisbury – Temporary Closure of Downtown Parking Garage Beginning June 1
Beginning June 1 through the 15th the downtown parking garage in Salisbury will be temporarily closed for necessary structural repairs and improvements – including: An outside contractor will perform garage corbel repairs.  Repaint the garage stairwell – including a clear and consistent numbering system to improve wayfinding and navigation.  Install additional payment signage…
Read MoreMid and Upper Shore Sheriffs Join Lawsuit Challenging Community Trust Act
Seventeen Maryland sheriffs, along with the Federation for American Immigration Reform, have filed a federal lawsuit challenging Maryland’s newly enacted Community Trust Act. The lawsuit names Governor Wes Moore, and Attorney General Anthony G. Brown, as well as the State of Maryland as defendants. According to the complaint, the sheriffs argue the law limits cooperation…
Read MoreSomerset County Narcotics Task Force Announce Firearm and Drug Arrests
Two men were arrested this morning during a Somerset County Narcotics Task Force operation targeting illegal drug distribution in the county. Authorities say 39-year-old Jayson Philip Tawes of Crisfield and 36-year-old Gregory Allen Cain of Pocomoke City were taken into custody at a residence in Crisfield without incident. Tawes faces drug distribution and firearm charges,…
Read MoreUPDATED: Town of Snow Hill Announces Official Election Results
UPDATED 05/27/26- The Town of Snow Hill and the Snow Hill Board of Election Supervisors have announced the official results of their 2026 General Election for Mayor and Eastern District Council seat. Incumbent Mayor Janet T. Simpson has won re-election for Mayor and Ethan W. Shockley has won election to represent the Eastern District on…
Read MoreDelaware State Police Arrest Maryland Teenager Following Pursuit in a Stolen Truck
Delaware State Police have arrested a teenager from Sudlersville, Maryland, for vehicle theft and multiple traffic offenses, following a pursuit Monday night in Kent County. According to State Police, on May 25th, at approximately 10:20 p.m., troopers received information that a white 2023 Chevrolet Silverado, with a trailer attached, had just been stolen on Arthursville…
Read MorePittsville Man Sentenced To 35 Years For Sexual Abuse Of A Minor And Second-Degree Assault
A 50-year-old Pittsville, Maryland man has been sentenced to 35 years in prison, the maximum penalty provided by law. Donald Kennedy received his sentence from the Honorable Matthew A. Maciarello, Associate Judge of the Circuit Court for Wicomico County. According to the Office of the State’s Attorney for Wicomico County, In 2017, Kennedy sexually abused…
Read MoreAttorney General Anthony G. Brown Releases Maryland Online Hate and Cyberbullying Guidance
Attorney General Anthony G. Brown has announced new public guidance aimed at helping Maryland residents, schools, businesses, and community groups respond to online hate, harassment, and cyberbullying. The guidance outlines steps people can take to preserve evidence, report incidents, assess safety risks, and understand possible legal protections. The document addresses issues including online threats, cyberstalking,…
Read MoreSenator Carozza’s Military, Public Safety, and Education Bills Signed into Law
Several bills sponsored by Senator Mary Beth Carozza have been signed into law in Maryland, impacting education, public safety, workforce recruitment, and community redevelopment on the Eastern Shore. One law expands the Purple Star Program to colleges and universities that support military families and veterans. Another, the Wicomico Highway Pedestrian Safety Act, allows officials to restrict…
Read MoreMilford Man Arrested on Felony Home Improvement Fraud Charges
A Milford man has been charged with home improvement fraud following an investigation by Felton Police. Investigators say the case began after officers responded to Carlisle Street on April 6th for a reported fraud complaint. The victim had hired a contractor in March 2024 for home improvement work and paid a deposit, but the contractor…
Read MoreDE Supreme Court Affirms Court of Chancery Ruling Against Sussex County in US Wind/Renewable Redevelopment Decision
The Delaware Supreme Court has affirmed the judgment of the Court of Chancery which dismissed Sussex County’s Claims against the State and Renewable Redevelopment, a subsidiary of US Wind, which is looking to bring four electric cables onshore from a proposed offshore wind project at 3-Rs beach and connect them at an electrical substation near…
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