A WGMD Local News Article
New Motorcycle Helmet Law Aims to Reduce Fatalities
A new endorsement motorcycle helmet law will go into effect tomorrow, September 1st.Sponsored by numerous legislators, SB 86 will require everyone who obtains a new motorcycle endorsement or anyone riding with that person to wear a helmet and eye protection for two years after they receive their endorsement. Additional Information from the Department of Motor…
Read MoreEffects from Hurricanes Idalia, Franklin Felt Near Mid-Atlantic Coast
With the recent landfall of Hurricane Idalia, you might be wondering what kinds of effects we are expected to get from the storm. On the eastern shore of Virginia in Northampton County, they have gotten effects from Hurricane Idalia in the form of heavy thunderstorms. Accu-weather Meteorologist Joe Lundberg on The Talk of Delmarva’s Mike…
Read MoreDPH Launches New Financial Aid Program for Private Well Owners, Offers Free Water Testing Kits to Delaware Residents
A new financial assistance program is available for homeowners who receive their drinking water from private wells. The program is operated by the Delaware Division of Public Health’s Health Systems Protection section. You’ll be eligible to apply for the new financial assistance program if your water quality test results obtained from the laboratory contain excessive…
Read MoreHerbicide Application to Require Closure of the Lewes to Georgetown Trail
The Lewes to Georgetown trail will be closed from Fisher Road to Savannah Road due to a required herbicide application for vegetation control. According to DelDOT, the closure will be in effect starting at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday, September 5th until 5:00 a.m. Wednesday, September 6th (weather permitting). The rain date is Wednesday, September 6th,…
Read MoreDNREC Extends Ocean Lifeguard Coverage to Weekends in September
The ocean swimming areas at Delaware State Parks are typically unguarded after Labor Day, but thanks to the significant growth of the Delaware State Parks Beach Patrol under new leadership, more than 70 lifeguards were hired this year. As a result, DNREC will continue to have lifeguards at two of its four Delaware State Parks–ocean swimming…
Read MoreFireworks, Jazz Funeral to End Summer in Bethany Beach
Fireworks will be on display following the Sunday Still Surfin’ performance, at approximately 9:15 pm. The fireworks will be launched off the beach at Wellington Parkway. Standard parking rules will be in effect. Then on Monday, Labor Day, the 38th annual Jazz Funeral officially brings summer to an end. Activities begin around 5:30 p.m. at…
Read MoreMaryland Board of Public Works Approves Several Key Projects in Worcester County
The Maryland Board of Public Works has approved several key projects in Worcester County including $250,000 in funding for Atlantic General Hospital to acquire new materials and equipment for minimally invasive surgery. The Board of Public Works also approved $75,000 to improve the Ocean Pines Volunteer Fire Department South Station. Also, a grant to Worcester…
Read MoreSalisbury Officials Introducing New Software to Connect Personally with Residents
DNREC Issues Temporary Emergency Variance for Air Quality to Perdue Foods’ Milford Processing Plant
DNREC has issued a temporary emergency variance for air quality to allow for the construction and operation of a rental boiler at Perdue Foods, LLC’s Milford poultry processing facility until a temporary permit can be issued following a public notice to appear Sunday, Sept. 3rd. On Sunday, Aug. 27th, plant managers at Perdue Milford –…
Read MoreCity of Salisbury Welcomes New Housing and Community Development Director
The City of Salisbury has announced the appointment of Muir Boda as the new Housing and Community Development Director. In his role as the Housing and Community Development Director, Muir Boda will play an integral part in shaping the city’s housing landscape, fostering economic growth, and nurturing community development. About Muir Boda: Muir Boda brings…
Read MoreUniversity of Delaware Celebrates Arrival of New Students With Twilight Induction Ceremony
New students were off to a shining start earlier this week at the University of Delaware. 4,000 candles shone brightly as the University of Delaware’s Class of 2027 members ignited their academic careers and officially became Blue Hens. On Monday evening, UD’s newest students gathered on The Green for the University’s Twilight Induction Ceremony, a…
Read MoreGovernor Carney Orders Lowering of Flags for International Overdose Awareness Day
Governor John Carney has ordered the Delaware flag to be lowered to half-staff at all state facilities tomorrow, from sunrise to sunset, in recognition of International Overdose Awareness Day, as declared by Senate Joint Resolution 2. Local governments, businesses, and Delawareans are encouraged to do the same to promote awareness of overdose prevention strategies and…
Read MoreDelaware Adopts Updated 2023 to 2028 Hazard Mitigation Plan to Make State Stronger Against Disasters
DUI Saturation Patrols in Maryland This Weekend
Maryland state troopers from all 23 barracks will conduct saturation patrols throughout the holiday weekend as part of the “No DUI Friday” National Highway Traffic Safety Administration initiative. Enforcement is bolstered by funds from the Maryland Department of Transportation Motor Vehicle Administration’s Highway Safety Office. Statewide initiatives focus on preventing impaired, aggressive and distracted driving…
Read MoreSussex Technical High School Increases School’s Security Team for New School Year.Â
Safety measures are being put in place for the new school year at Sussex Technical High School. Led by Glenn Dixon, Coordinator of School Safety and Lead Constable, the school safety team includes a School Resource Officer, school climate officers, and constables. Additional Information from Sussex Technical High School: Dixon served the Delaware State Police…
Read MoreDART’s Beach Bus Service Information for Labor Day
On Labor Day, DART’s Beach Bus service and Route 305 Beach Connection will operate, but all other fixed route and paratransit services will not be in service. Monday, September 4th is the last day of service for the seasonal Route 305 Beach Connection; however, the Beach Bus service will continue to operate daily through September 10th, with service to Rehoboth Beach and the Boardwalk,…
Read MoreSussex County Council Approves Bond Recall and Two of Three Solar Farm Applications
The Sussex County Council received an update from Mark Isaacs, Director of the UD Carvel Research and Education Center west of Georgetown. His update included how the funding that they receive from the County is used. During public comment, the Council heard from several county residents who request that the Planning & Zoning Commission reinstate…
Read MoreThe Point at Cape Henlopen State Park to Reopen Friday
On Friday The Point at Cape Henlopen State Park – including a stretch of ocean beach and dunes and a half-mile along the bay shoreline will reopen. The bayside beach will remain closed until October 1st for use by shorebirds that are migrating south for the winter. The Point has closed annually on March first…
Read MoreUPDATED: Crash North of Georgetown Leaves 1 Dead & 4 Injured
Firefighters Battle Blaze at Bridgeville Area Chicken House
Greenwood firefighters were called for a chicken house fire on Blanchard Road near Bridgeville just before 9 Monday night. Crews arriving at the scene found fire showing through the roof with a partial roof collapse. Firefighters from Sussex and Kent Counties were assisted by crews from Caroline County as well and they battled the blaze…
Read MoreSalisbury Signal Box Damaged; Light on Flash
RELEASE FROM THE CITY OF SALISBURY: An unknown issue overnight resulted in the disruption of the signal cabinet at the College Avenue and Camden Avenue intersection. Salisbury’s dedicated teams are actively working to diagnose and address the situation, but it has been determined that the cabinet sustained extensive damage, presumably due to a power surge.…
Read MoreDE Treasurer Davis Opposes Proposed Merger between Kroger & Albertsons
Delaware Treasurer Colleen Davis is standing in opposition of a proposed merger between Kroger and Albertsons. Davis joins six of her colleagues in calling on the FTC to oppose the merger. Davis believes the negative impact of the deal could have wide reaching effects and impact access to fresh and affordable groceries – especially in…
Read MoreWork on NJ-bound Span of DE Memorial Bridge Begins Again Next Week
Phase 3 of construction work on the Delaware Memorial Bridge will begin in September. Beginning Labor Day night through September 8th, construction crews will work to establish a bypass lane on the Delaware-bound span of the bridge. While this is being done – the two left lanes will be closed from 9p to 6a and…
Read MoreSussex County Council Back in Session after a Week Off
The Sussex County Council meets Tuesday morning in Georgetown. The Council will hear from Mark Isaacs – the Director at the U-D Carvel Research & Education Center west of Georgetown. Finance Director Gina Jennings will discuss the Delaware Transit Funding Budget – which funds transportation for several county senior centers. And Human Resource Director, Karen…
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