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John Atkins Announces He Will Run for 41st Representative District
John Atkins of Millsboro has announced that he will again run for the 41st Representative District seat. Atkins is a lifelong Sussex Countian, small business owner and family man and pledges experienced leadership, proven results, and a renewed commitment to the people and communities that have shaped his life for 55 years. Atkins has served…
Read MoreUPDATED: Delaware DOC Apprehend Absconder from SCCC
UPDATED – 03/06/26 –Â An offender who walked away from an approved work pass from the Sussex Community Corrections Center has been apprehended. Corrections officials say 54 year old Adam Blades was apprehended on Thursday by DOC officers and returned to custody. Blades was arraigned at JP Court 2 before being committed to SCI on an…
Read MoreDelmarva Power Announces “The Exelon Promise” Initiative Amid Rising Energy Costs
As higher energy supply prices continue to impact customers, Delmarva Power today announced a new customer-focused initiative from its parent company, Exelon, called The Exelon Promise. The strategy aims to provide immediate bill relief, strengthen customer protections amid growing electricity demand, and pursue long-term reforms to address the underlying drivers of rising costs. Energy supply…
Read MoreNational Gas Price Average up 27 Cents, Delaware’s Average Up 21 Cents in in the Last Week
The national average for a gallon of regular gasoline jumped nearly 27 cents since last week to $3.25, according to AAA. The conflict in the Middle East has sent crude oil prices higher to the mid $70 per barrel range. At the close of Wednesday’s formal trading session, WTI rose 10 cents to settle at…
Read MoreAccidental Barn Fire in Princess Anne
A barn fire that occurred in Princess Anne, Somerset County yesterday afternoon was an accident, according to the Office of the Maryland State Fire Marshal. Fire officials say the blaze resulted from the failure of the wood stove chimney. The fire occurred at an approximately 30 X 30 Pole Barn causing an estimated $60,000 in damage. No injuries…
Read MoreOne Dead, Two Injured After Motor Vehicle Collision in Ocean City, Maryland
An Ocean View, Delaware man is dead after a two-vehicle collision last night (Wednesday, March 4th) in Ocean City, Maryland. The Ocean City Police Department responded to the area of 122nd Street and Coastal Highway at approximately 10:05 PM. Good Samaritans at the scene initiated lifesaving efforts. Ocean City EMS continued those efforts. The victim,…
Read MoreDelaware Transit Corporation Secures Federal Grant for Major Fleet Rehabilitation
The Delaware Transit Corporation says a new federal grant will help improve bus reliability, reduce maintenance costs, and extend the life of dozens of vehicles in its fleet. The agency has been awarded $14.3 million through the Federal Transit Administration’s Bus and Bus Facilities Program to launch a midlife rehabilitation program for 51 buses, about…
Read MoreFour Displaced Following Fire in Delmar, Wicomico County
Four people have been displaced after a fire yesterday at a wood-framed two-story duplex on Executive Club Drive in Delmar, Wicomico County. According to the Office of the Maryland State Fire Marshal, The blaze started on the inside of the garage and was accidental due to improper disposal of pellet stove ash. Also, officials say…
Read MoreSenator Coons Speaks on Senate Floor Regarding War in Iran
U.S. Senator Chris Coons delivered a floor speech after voting in support of a war powers resolution related to the war with Iran, urging colleagues to consider the impact on service members and their families. Senator Coons also questioned whether the Trump administration has clearly defined key elements of the potential military action, including its…
Read MoreAAA Warns Drowsy Driving Deaths Spike After Daylight Saving Time Shift
With Daylight Saving Time set to begin Sunday, AAA is warning drivers about the dangers of drowsy driving. The AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety says fatigue may contribute to up to 10 times more fatal crashes than official statistics show. Studies also indicate fatal crashes increase about 6% nationwide in the week following the time change, partly due to…
Read MoreSussex County Land Trust Receives 2026 Conservation Stewardship Award for Hudson Park Project
The Sussex County Land Trust (SCLT) has been selected as the 2026 Conservation Stewardship Award winner in the Green Conservation Category by the Sussex Conservation District (SCD), in recognition of the organization’s efforts in land management, stormwater planning, and environmental stewardship. SCLT will be formally honored at the Conservation Stewardship Awards Luncheon on Wednesday, March 11th,…
Read MoreFatal E-Bike Crash in Dover
Delaware State Police are investigating a fatal E-Bike crash that occurred Monday afternoon in Dover. The crash happened around 1:45 p.m. on March 2nd on northbound DuPont Highway (U.S. 13) near POW/MIA Parkway. Police say a Chevrolet Cobalt was traveling in the left lane when an Aniioki AQ-177 E-Bike entered the roadway and changed lanes…
Read MoreSenators Blunt Rochester and Sheehy Introduce AI Fraud Accountability Act
A bill aimed at protecting Americans from AI-enabled scams while preserving technological innovation and legitimate digital expression was introduced today by a bipartisan group of lawmakers. The AI Fraud Accountability Act, introduced by U.S. Senators Lisa Blunt Rochester (D-Delaware) and Tim Sheehy (R-Montana.), would update federal law to address emerging risks from highly realistic digital…
Read MoreDNREC to Resume Sand Bypass Operations At Indian River Inlet After Signing Contract With First State Crane Service
Delaware beaches and dunes will be restored and maintained later this month as the Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control (DNREC), in partnership with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, resumes sand pumping with the new Indian River Inlet Sand Bypass System to protect shorelines and recreational areas. First State Crane Service moved…
Read MoreAtlantic General Hospital and TidalHealth Announce Rebrand to TidalHealth Atlantic
After joining the TidalHealth system last year, Atlantic General Hospital in Berlin, Maryland, now has a new name: TidalHealth Atlantic. All the campuses, physician offices and diagnostic locations that were part of the Atlantic General Health System have also transitioned to a name that reflects the TidalHealth brand. TidalHealth officials say the rebranding reflects the…
Read More2026 Worcester County Teacher of the Year Announced: Snow Hill High School’s Kiersten Conway
Worcester County Public Schools (WCPS) this week announced the 2026 Worcester County Teacher of the Year: Kiersten Conway of Snow Hill High School (SHHS). During the 39th annual Teacher of the Year celebration, Worcester County Board of Education President Todd Ferrante made the announcement following a program honoring all 14 school-level teachers of the year…
Read MoreDE Division of Small Business Launches Online Form to Nominate New Opportunity Zone Census Tracts
Encouraging private sector development in Delaware’s economically distressed communities is the goal behind a new initiative launched today by the Delaware Division of Small Business in partnership with Governor Matt Meyer. The state has unveiled an online nomination form for Opportunity Zone 2.0, allowing investors, economic development professionals and government officials to recommend eligible Census…
Read MoreSussex County Council Approves Property Management Agreement for Pepper Fork Preserve & Discussed Land Use Reform Code Ordinances
UPDATED – 03/03/26 –Â The Council recognized retiree Robert Mauch, III, who was the Public Safety Emergency Services Deputy Director and retired after 26 years and one month serving Sussex County. County Administrator read a tribute and Mauch was presented with a plaque. He told the Council that he’s seen two constants throughout his career –…
Read MoreGuidelines for Bethany Beach Residents in Storm Debris Cleanup
The Town of Bethany Beach will begin collecting tree debris from last weekend’s storm this week – and will continue through March 27th. Homeowners are responsible for debris located on their property – Town crews are not able to enter private property. The Town has some guidelines for residents to follow to aid in the…
Read MoreAG Jennings Intervenes in USPS Case that Would Allow Guns to be Mailed with Virtually No Limits
Delaware Attorney General Kathy Jennings, alongside Attorneys General for New York and New Jersey have intervened in a federal lawsuit to defend a critical federal firearms law after the Trump Administration declined to do so, seeking to prevent a flood of prohibited weapons flooding state borders by mail.  In 1927, Congress passed a statute (18 U.S.C. 1715)…
Read MoreDSP Arrest Dover Man on Felony Drug Charges
A Dover man has been arrested on felony drug charges. Members of the Kent County Governor’s Task Force went to Artis Drive in Dover Monday to locate 42 year old Christopher Naylor, who had a warrant for failure to appear in the New Castle County Court of Common Pleas. On arrival, detectives spotted Naylor leaving…
Read MoreRehoboth Beach Temporary Road Closure Wednesday Morning
Beginning at 7am on Wednesday, South First Street between Rehoboth Avenue and Wilmington Avenue will close temporarily until about 1pm. The closure is required to facilitate crane operations associated with HVAC repairs on the roof of the Avenue Inn. Rehoboth Beach Police will be on hand to provide traffic control and ensure public safety during…
Read MoreSeaford Playground Temporary Closure – Discussion at 3/10 City Council Meeting
Jay’s Nest Playground in Seaford is temporarily closed while the Seaford Department of Parks & Recreation assess it’s safety. Officials say they’ve identified several areas at the community-built playground that need attention to ensure a safe and welcoming place for all. The playground and ideas for future improvements will be part of an upcoming Council…
Read MoreRabid Raccoon Found in Delmar, MD
Wicomico County Health officials warn that a raccoon has tested positive for rabies in the area of Parsonsburg & Melson Roads in Delmar, Maryland. Residents living in that area should be aware of their surroundings and avoid contact with wild or stray animals – and keep your pets confined. Be sure your pets are vaccinated…
Read MoreAG Jennings Secures Second Court Order Blocking Trump Administration’s Demands for Personal Data of SNAP Applicants and Recipients
Delaware Attorney General Kathy Jennings is celebrating a decision from the US District Court for the Northern District of California which has once again blocked the Trump Administration’s demand that states turn over personal and sensitive information about millions of SNAP applicants and recipients. Earlier this year a coalition filed against the Trump Administration alleging…
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