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DSP Investigating Fatal Crash near Laurel
Sussex County Drive Thru Mobile Food Pantry Monday in Georgetown
The Food Bank of Delaware will hold a drive-thru mobile food pantry Monday morning beginning at 10 at Crossroad Community Church west of Georgetown. You must live in Delaware to participate – and bring proof – a utility bill or ID with your home address. This is first-come, first-served and registration will be available on-site.…
Read MoreUPDATED: Missing Caroline County Man Found Dead
UPDATED – 03/26/23 9:45am – On Saturday, deputies from the Caroline County Sheriff’s Office recovered the body of 62 year old Curtis McClanathan. McClanathan’s body was found in a field about a mile away from where his vehicle crashed on March 18th on Union Road in Greensboro. He has been taken to the Chief Medical…
Read MoreNew Website Launched for Applications to DE Boards & Commissions
A new website for applications for Delaware Boards and Commissions has been launched by Governor John Carney. The Governor makes appointments to about 300 Boards and Commissions that affect nearly all public policy areas and this new website will help to streamline the application process. The website will house all the relevant information on one…
Read MoreDE Statewide Unemployment Remains Steady
Delaware unemployment statewide remained steady for the second month in a row a 4.6%, but decreased in Sussex County from 5% in January to 4.9% in February. The national unemployment increased 2-tenths of a percent in February to 3.6%. While there has been little movement in the unemployment rated – the state’s labor force participation…
Read MoreUPDATE: New Details Emerge on Fatal Accident in Milton Thursday Morning
UPDATED – 03/24/23 11am – The Delaware State Police have identified the woman who died in a fatal collision that occurred in Milton on March 23, 2023, as 30 year old Sheri Foster of Clayton. ============================================================= UPDATE: 2 p.m. New details have come in from Delaware State Police regarding the fatal accident that occurred this morning…
Read MoreMD Governor Orders State Flag to Half Staff Friday
John Shwed Re-elected as Mayor of Laurel
Laurel voters have re-elected John Shwed as Mayor. Shwed got 82 votes to 52 for challenger Mark Sikora. There were three council seats that were unopposed – newcomer Carlos Oliveras will represent Ward 1, incumbents Cheryl Martin will represent Ward 4 and Phillip Calio is the Councilman at-large.
Read MoreTown Hall Informational Meeting Later This Month in Kent County on New Electric Car Mandate
Delaware public officials are hosting town hall meetings up and down the state to inform the public about the “new electric car mandate” that will go into effect in 2025. One of the upcoming meetings will take place on Wednesday, March 29th in Kent County–at the Camden/Wyoming Fire Hall from 6:30-8:30 PM.This mandate will affect…
Read MoreHouse Bill 114 to Establish Standards for Recovery Houses to Become Certified
Lawmakers in Delaware have unveiled legislation that would establish standards for recovery houses to become certified, which would carry additional privileges. The bill would enable individuals in recovery and loved ones assisting them to more easily find safe and reliable recovery housing placements. Sponsored by Rep. Kerri Evelyn Harris, House Bill 114 would codify standards…
Read MoreSenator Carper Joins Health Experts in Urging the Biden Administration to Set Strong Pollution Protections
Senator Tom Carper joined public health leaders from across the country this week in urging the Biden administration to move forward on strong clean air regulations that protect Americans’ health and the environment. Carper, who is the Chairman of the Senate Environment and Public Works Committee, spoke at a news conference yesterday concerning the issue……
Read MoreTraffic Alert: Road Closure in the Fenwick Island Area Scheduled for Monday, April 3rd
DelDOT has announced that Dukes Avenue between SR 54 (Lighthouse Road) and Harpoon Road / 146th Street will be closed Monday April 3rd and Tuesday April 4th. The closure, which is due to the installation of a gas line, will be in place from 8:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. Additional days may be required if…
Read MoreTown of Georgetown Seeks Input and Recommendations for Downtown Development District Expansion
House Fire in Salisbury Under Investigation
The cause of a fire on Flamingo Drive in Salisbury yesterday evening is under investigation. The blaze started on the outside of the one-story wood frame single family home, according to the Office of the Maryland State Fire Marshal. Damage is estimated to be around $5,000. No deaths or injuries resulted from the fire.Â
Read MoreDewey Beach Replenishment to Begin Next Month
With spring underway and many looking forward to getting back to the beach, visitors will need to avoid certain work areas. Beach replenishment should begin on or about April 20th in Dewey Beach depending on the weather and how quickly work is completed in Rehoboth. Work will take approximately 12 days. According to the Town’s…
Read MoreMaryland State Police Investigating Fatal Two-Vehicle Crash in Worcester County
One motorist is dead after a two-vehicle crash on Route 113 at Groton Road in Worcester County late last night. A box truck was headed north on Route 113 when it crashed into a Kia Forte, which was traveling west on Groton Road. Authorities identified the one who died as 54-year-old Chauncey McKinley Johnson of…
Read MoreLaurel Municipal Election on Thursday
Laurel voters go to the polls on Thursday to elect a Mayor. Incumbent John Shwed is challenged by Mark Sikora. Any registered voter can cast a ballot between 1 and 8pm in the meeting room of the Laurel Fire Hall. Three council seats were uncontested – new comer Carlos Oliveras for Ward One, incumbent Cheryl…
Read MorePublic Meeting with EPA to Update Blades Residents on Groundwater
Blades residents are urged to attend an in-person public meeting on Wednesday, March 22 from 6 to 8pm at the Blades Fire Hall to get an update on the town’s groundwater from the EPA site team. Residents will find out what’s been done at the site and discuss the next steps for cleanup. A presentation…
Read MoreEaston Woman Critical after Struck by Pickup Truck
Statewide Initiative Launched in DE to Increase Affordable Connectivity Program Adoption
A statewide initiative to increase awareness of the Affordable Connectivity Program was launched Monday by Governor John Carney and municipal leaders – including from Georgetown, Milford, Seaford, Dover and Wilmington. This outreach will take place over the next month. The Affordable Connectivity Program is a federal broadband benefit funded through the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, which…
Read MoreVerizon Expands High-speed Internet Across Delaware
About 2000 Delaware locations will have access to high-speed broadband internet thanks to network upgrades by Verizon. Funding for this upgrade project – over $6-milion – is from the American Rescue Plan. The high-speed internet will affect locations in Camden, Dover, Smyrna, Bridgeville and Ocean View. Also residents in parts of Rehoboth Beach and Dewey…
Read MoreClosure of The Woodland Ferry
DelDOT announces the Woodland Ferry will be closed on Wednesday, March 22nd. Normal operations will resume at 7:00am on Thursday, March 23rd.
Read MoreRelocation of Ward Museum Collection to Begin this Summer
Bill Introduced to Provide Middle Class Tax Relief for Working Delawareans
A measure that would increase the standard deduction for personal income taxes by 75% in tax year 2024 – and increase the refundable Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) to 7.5% of the federal credit for Tax Year 2023 has been introduced in the Delaware State House. House Bill 89 is sponsored by Representative Paul Baumbach…
Read MoreSussex County Council Meets Tuesday Morning in Georgetown
After a week off, the Sussex County Council meets Tuesday morning in Georgetown. The Council will have a presentation from officials from Ocean View. Then at 10:15 there’s a public hearing on the Newdale Acres Extension Annexation to the County Unified Sanitary Sewer District in the Ellendale area. The Council will also hear about a…
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