A WGMD Local News Article
Governor Moore Announces $17 Million to Reduce Operating Costs and Improve Energy Efficiency in Maryland Public Schools
Governor Wes Moore has announced significant new investments to enhance energy efficiency, electrification and renewable energy projects for public schools across Maryland. Through the Decarbonizing Public Schools Program, $17 million will be directed to 30 projects in 11 school districts to advance large-scale electrification and install solar energy systems. Governor Moore says making the state’s…
Read MoreSenators Coons, Blunt Rochester Celebrate $75M in Federal Funding for Delaware
The U.S. Senate advanced the first set of fiscal year 2026 appropriations bills, which include more than $75 million in federal funding designated for Delaware. The three bills—passed with bipartisan support—allocate funding to the Departments of Veterans Affairs and Agriculture, the Food and Drug Administration, military construction projects, and legislative branch operations. The measures do…
Read MoreRehoboth Beach to Conduct Restaurant Inspections Beginning September 8th
Starting the week of September 8th, Rehoboth Beach’s building and licensing department will conduct annual inspections of all restaurants within city limits. The inspections will focus on grease interceptor compliance and, for establishments that serve alcohol, verification of permits of compliance related to floor plans, outdoor dining, bar areas, and dance floors.  City code enforcement and…
Read MoreDover Police Investigating Shots Fired Incident
Dover Police are investigating an incident in which shots were fired on Tollhouse Place late last night, August 6th. Shortly before 11 p.m., officers responded to the scene and located shell casings in the area. Police say an unknown individual(s) fired several shots and struck two apartments, causing damage. One of the apartments was occupied…
Read MoreLaurel Man Charged With 5th Offense DUI in Hit-and-Run Accident
A Laurel Man faces his 5th offense DUI charge after a hit-and-run accident that occurred earlier this month at the intersection of Federal Street and Union Street in Milton. Police say a black Chevrolet truck struck another vehicle and fled the scene. A short time later, Milton Officers located the pickup truck in the area…
Read MoreDelaware Tech Receives $50,000 Grant from Metallica Scholars Initiative
Del Tech has announced its selection as one of the community colleges invited to join Year 7 of the prestigious Metallica Scholars Initiative (MSI). Supported by a generous $50,000 grant, these funds will be used to support eight certified nursing assistants (CNAs) at the Owens Campus in Georgetown and nine emergency medical technicians (EMTs) at…
Read MoreUPDATE: Gold Alert For Missing Hartly Woman–Canceled
UPDATE: The Dover Police Department is canceling the Gold Alert for Courtney Dean. She has been located and is safe. Previous Post: The Dover Police Department has issued a Gold Alert for 42-year-old Courtney Dean of Hartly. Dean was last seen at approximately 4:00 a.m on McKee Road, and there is a concern for her…
Read MoreUPDATED: 18 Patients Evaluated After Carbon Monoxide Leak at OC Hotel; Ventilation Issue Repaired
UPDATED – 08/06/25 – Officials at the Ashore Club & Beach Resort tell the Talk of Delmarva that the hotel has been open and operational with approvals of the local fire department and building inspector since late afternoon Aug. 1, and repairs to the boiler are complete and have passed inspection.  “Following a carbon monoxide…
Read MoreUPDATE: Wicomico County Council Approves Legislation to Prohibit Out-of-County Waste and Secure Landfill and Convenience Center Operations
UPDATE 08/06/25: The Wicomico County Council has approved legislation that prohibits the disposal of out-of-county waste at Wicomico County facilities, thereby protecting local resources for County residents and businesses. It also codifies the current days and hours of operation for the landfill, convenience centers, and recycling centers, ensuring that these critical services remain available to…
Read MoreDelaware Reports Strong Start to Recreational Marijuana Sales
Delaware has released information on the first weekend of recreational marijuana sales, which began August 1st, marking a major milestone in the implementation of adult-use cannabis legislation. The inaugural three-day weekend (Friday to Sunday) had combined sales (adult and medical) of over $903,000. Delaware’s Marijuana Commissioner Joshua Sanderlin says Delaware’s transition to adult-use cannabis sales…
Read MoreInvestigators Seek Additional Information After Wicomico County Man Charged With Impersonating A Police Officer
Maryland State Police are seeking the public’s assistance while continuing the investigation into a case of a police impersonator who was served a criminal summons in February. A 19-year old from Salisbury–identified as Jayden Ballard –was served the summons on February 12th. He was charged with impersonating a police officer and unlawful taking of a…
Read MoreRep. Sarah McBride Hosts Gun Safety Roundtable with Former Rep. Gabby Giffords & Delaware Public Safety Leaders
Rep. Sarah McBride this week hosted a roundtable in Wilmington alongside former Rep. Gabby Giffords, law enforcement leaders, community members, and gun violence prevention advocates from across Delaware. The event, held in partnership with the national organization GIFFORDS, focused on strategies to address gun trafficking and strengthen public safety in Delaware, particularly amid concerns about…
Read MoreCatonsville, Maryland Man Wanted on Felony Theft Charges
The Bethany Beach Police Department is requesting the public’s help in locating 49-year-old William Engle from Catonsville, Maryland. Engle is wanted on felony theft charges from an investigation stemming from Shore Fun Arcade at 108 Garfield Parkway. It was discovered that Engle strategically removed over $2,000 from several arcade games, over the course of a…
Read MorePocket Dial Leads to Gun and Drug Arrest in Seaford
A pocket-dialed call to 911 led to the arrests of two individuals including one on gun and drug charges. The call on August 2nd led Seaford Police to a vehicle outside 332 N. Market Street Dispatchers overheard a woman mentioning a man pulling a gun and shooting. Officers responded and spotted the vehicle, prompting the…
Read MoreLewes Man Arrested after Shooting in King’s Highway Parking Lot
Delaware State Police have arrested a Lewes man after a shooting that occurred in Lewes Monday night just after 11. Police were called to the parking lot of Mr. P’s Pizza on Kings Highway and learned that and 18 year old man drove to the restaurant to pick up a 16 and 17 year old…
Read MoreRabid Raccoon Confirmed in Williams Street Area in Berlin
The Worcester County Health Department has confirmed that a rabid raccoon has been found in the vicinity of Williams Street in Berlin. Officials remind you to be sure your pet has current rabies vaccinations. If you, your family or your pets have had contact with the rabid raccoon – contact the Worcester County Health Department’s…
Read MoreSection of Ocean Parkway in Ocean Pines Will Have Temporary Water Outage Wednesday from 9am to 12pm
There will be a temporary water outage while crews repair a water leak in the area of 310 Ocean Parkway in Ocean Pines on Wednesday, August 6, 2025, from 9 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. This outage will impact roughly 65 homes in the vicinity of the intersection of Newport Drive and Ocean Parkway to the…
Read MoreTuesday is National Night Out – Meet & Greet Your Local First Responders
Tonight is National Night Out and many police departments across Delmarva will be marking the night. Local and State Police and other agencies will be meeting and greeting with residents – giving everyone a better idea of what they do to keep the community safe. This is a chance for residents to interact with first…
Read More6 year old Dies after Crash East of Seaford
A vehicle crash at Coverdale and Hastings Farm Roads east of Seaford just before 4:30pm on July 27th. has left a 6 year old from Bridgeville dead. Delaware State Police say a Corolla failed to stop at the stop sign on Coverdale Road and entered into the path of a Tundra. The Trundra struck the…
Read MoreDelaware Tech Owens & Terry Campuses Selected for Metallica Scholars Initiative
Delaware Technical Community College has been selected as one of the community colleges invited to join Year 7 of the prestigious Metallica Scholars Initiative (MSI). Supported by a generous $50,000 grant, these funds will be used to support eight certified nursing assistants (CNAs) at the Owens Campus in Georgetown and nine emergency medical technicians (EMTs)…
Read MoreCamden Man Arrested for DUI & Firearms Offenses during Traffic Stop by Dewey Beach Police
A Camden man was arrested early Saturday morning during a traffic stop in the area of Coastal Highway and Rodney Avenue by Dewey Beach Police. The driver was identified as 46 year old Gregg Daddio of Camden, Delaware and police detected signs of impairment and a strong odor of alcohol as police approached the vehicle.…
Read MoreVirtual Hearing on DP&L’s Proposal to Rebuild a Portion of Piney Grove-New Church Overhead Transmission Line
Local residents and other interested members of the public are invited to comment on a proposal by Delmarva Power & Light Company to rebuild 20.7 miles of the Maryland portion of the Piney Grove-New Church 138 kV overhead transmission line that runs from the utility’s Piney Grove substation in Salisbury to its New Church substation…
Read MoreSeaford Man Arrested after Warrant Execution at Old Furnace Road Residence
A Seaford man has been arrested following the execution of a search warrant at a residence on Old Furnace Road in Seaford. This came after an investigation of 48 year old Robert Mumford for the distribution of drugs from the residence. Members of the Sussex County Drug Unit, Governor’s Task Force and State Police SORT…
Read MoreDNREC Coastal Cleanup Set for Saturday, Sept 13
Volunteer registration is open for the 38th Delaware Coastal Cleanup, which is set for Saturday September 13th. The cleanup will take place between 9am and noon at over 45 sites statewide – to help maintain Delaware’s beaches and waterways. Registration allows you to choose the location that is most convenient. Additional information from DNREC: Each…
Read MoreA Section of Delmar Road has been Closed Through Thursday for Failed Crossroad Pipe
The Delaware Department of Transportation announces the emergency closure of Delmar Road/Route 54 between Providence Church Road and Old Racetrack Road west of Delmar starting on Monday, August 4th through Thursday, August 7th for the replacement of a failed crossroad pipe. Detour – From the West- Make Right onto Providence Church Road, Left onto West…
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