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Somerset County Sheriff’s Office Investigates Suspicious Activity near Sharp Propane
The Somerset County Sheriff’s Office reports suspicious activity on Route 13 just south of Princess Anne on Friday, January 17th. Officials say that a concerned citizen spotted three men in a blue SUV taking photographs near the Sharp Propane Facility – the second report of this activity in two weeks. A Deputy who was nearby…
Read MoreInauguration of President Donald J. Trump – 47th President
In just over an hour President-elect Donald Trump will take the formal oath of office to become the 47th President of the United States. The motorcade is just leaving the White House enroute to the Capitol. Delaware U.S. Senator Chris Coons issued a statement ahead of the second inauguration of President Trump. “Today, Donald Trump…
Read MoreTwo Vehicle Crash West of Millsboro Sends 7 to Area Hospitals
Seven people were injured in a two vehicle crash Saturday morning west of Millsboro. Delaware State Police tell the Talk of Delmarva that the driver of a Nissan Altima that was southbound on Careys Camp Road failed to stop for a stop sign and collided with a Buick SUV that was eastbound on Millsboro Highway.…
Read MoreGreenwood Voters Elect Branden Cessna & AJ Massey to Town Council
UPDATED – 01/19/25 – Greenwood voters have opted for change. Brandon Cessna was the top vote-getter in Saturday’s election with 82 votes followed by Anthony “AJ” Massey with 65. Incumbent Mike Moran won 41 votes and Luis Muniz received 12. Cessna and Massey will be sworn in at the next Council meeting and the Council…
Read MoreCity of Salisbury Closures for Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day on January 20
The City of Salisbury honors the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. on Monday, January 20, 2025. This day serves as an opportunity to reflect on Dr. King’s enduring vision of justice, equality, and unity. In observance of the holiday, all City of Salisbury offices will be closed on Monday, January…
Read MoreWicomico County Closures for Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
Wicomico County Government Offices will be closed Monday, January 20, 2025, in observance of the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Birthday Celebration. On Monday, January 20, 2025, the Newland Park Landfill, Convenience Center and Brush Pile will be opened. All external Convenience Centers, Upper Ferry and Whitehaven Ferry will be closed. For more information, please…
Read MoreGovernor-Elect Meyer’s Inaugural Celebration Events Include Donation Drive in Seaford
Governor-elect Matt Meyer has been busy lately with Inaugural Celebration Events leading up to the big day on Tuesday, January 21st. One of his stops was in Seaford yesterday (Saturday) for a donation drive. The Talk of Delmarva’s Joe Ciccanti has more…
Read MoreFive Charged after Laurel Drug Investigation
A drug investigation by Laurel Police ended with the arrest of five people. Police executed a search warrant on Friday at the Hollybrook Apartment Complex where they seized crack cocaine, methamphetamine and U-S currency. Laurel Police arrested: 43 year old Paul Parker of Laurel 38 year old Otis Williams of Laurel 36 year old Brian…
Read MoreSalisbury Fire Department & City of Salisbury Awarded Grant to Battle Opioid ODs and Addiction
A $542,000 grant has been awarded to the Salisbury Fire Department and the City of Salisbury from the Maryland Office of Overdose Response. This is a two-year grant designated for the enhancement of opioid overdose and addiction response efforts – as well as community outreach and education. The Salisbury Fire Department plans to utilize these…
Read MoreGas Prices on the Rise – Crude Oil Costs Higher
Gas prices are on the rise. The national average for a gallon of gas increased 4 cents in the past week to $3.11. In Delaware the price increased 9 cents to an average of $3.13. Crude oil also increased ending the week $1.31 higher that a week ago – at $77.88 per barrel. “Domestic gasoline…
Read MoreUPDATE: Life in Prison Plus 30 Years for Salisbury Man Convicted in Fairground Drive Shooting in Wicomico County
UPDATED – 01/17/25 – A Salisbury man has been sentenced for murder. The Wicomico County State’s Attorney’s office says 26 year old Antonio Oliver was convicted by a Wicomico County jury last October. On Thursday Oliver was sentenced to life in prison plus 30 years with 10 of those thirty years without the possibility of…
Read MoreGov Hall Long Orders Adaptive Reuse Study of Former DSP Troop 7 Property on Coastal Highway in Lewes
Governor Bethany Hall Long has ordered an adaptive reuse study of the former State Police Troop 7 on Coastal Highway to determine the best future use of that property. The study will be done by the Office of Management and Budget – and public input will be included. The 6000-square-foot building was vacated in 2019…
Read MoreWorcester County Closures for Martin Luther King Jr. Day on January 20
Worcester County Government offices, including all five Branch Libraries and Recreation and Parks, will be closed Monday, January 20, 2025, in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Normal business hours will resume Tuesday, January 21. The Central Landfill and Homeowner Convenience Centers will be open Monday during standard hours of operation.
Read MoreUPDATED: Berlin Police Department Cancel Alert – Missing Man has been Located
UPDATE 1/17/25 at 2:55pm – Joseph has been located. Thank you all for your assistance. ========================== The Berlin Maryland police Department has issued a critical missing person alert. 24-year-old Joseph Bunner Jr. was last seen on foot at about 11:30 a.m. leaving The Willows, on 312 Maple Avenue in Berlin. He told his…
Read MoreDelaware’s 5 Public Housing Authorities to Reopen Waitlists for Housing Choice Voucher & Low-Income Public Housing Programs
The five public housing authorities in Delaware will reopen their waitlists for Housing Choice Voucher programs and low-income public housing on February 3rd. Low-income public housing is funded by the federal government and managed locally and looks to provide rental assistance to low-income families, seniors and individuals with disabilities. Beginning last October, letters and emails…
Read MoreEPA, DNREC Reach Agreement on Civil Rights Complaint Related to Seaford Bioenergy Project
The Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) Office of External Civil Rights Compliance (OECRC) and the Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control (DNREC) have signed an Informal Resolution Agreement addressing a civil rights complaint related to permitting for a bioenergy project in Seaford. The resolution builds on steps DNREC had already taken to strengthen public…
Read MoreTraffic Stop Near Seaford Ends in Arrest for Weapons & Drug Charges
Seaford teen has been arrested after a traffic stop Wednesday in the Seaford area. Delaware State Police say that members of the Governor’s Task Force were patrolling on Concord Road near Tranquill Boulevard near Seaford when they saw a Ford Edge with a registration violation. Detectives stopped the Edge and spoke with the driver, 19…
Read MoreGovernor Hall-Long Signs Executive Order to create First LGBTQ+ Commission
Governor Bethany Hall-Long has joined state legislators and advocates to sign an Executive Order to create the state’s first LGBTQ+ Commission. According to the Governor’s Office, the nine-member commission will serve to strengthen ties between the government and LGBTQ+ organizations, help remove barriers to societal participation for LGBTQ+ people and improve the delivery of services…
Read MoreCONSUMER ALERT: Avoiding Fraudulent Charities and Scams While Donating to California Wildfire Relief
Maryland Attorney General Anthony G. Brown is warning consumers to beware of fraudulent charities and scams when donating to the relief efforts to help ease the devastating impact of multiple wildfires that are currently burning large swaths of the Los Angeles region in California. Many individuals are eager to help those affected by this unprecedented…
Read MoreDepartment of Transportation Announces Grant Award for Salisbury Airport
A new initiative aims to enhance safety, improve operational efficiency, and strengthen the region’s primary air travel hub at the Salisbury-Ocean City Wicomico Regional Airport (SBY). The nearly $127, 000 grant from the U.S. Department of Transportation, awarded under the Federal Aviation Administration’s FY25 Airport Infrastructure Grant program, will fund the design phase for replacing…
Read MoreDelmar Man Sentenced To Six Years Of Active Incarceration For Failing To Stop At Crash Scene Involving Death
A 42-year-old Delmar, Delaware man–Graham Arthur– was sentenced in the Circuit Court for Wicomico County for Failing to Stop at Scene Involving Death following a plea hearing on January 10th. The Honorable Matthew A. Maciarello, Associate Judge of the Circuit Court of Wicomico County sentenced Arthur to the maximum sentence of ten years imprisonment, suspending…
Read MoreSenator Coons Introduces Amendment Aiming to Prevent Wasteful Lawsuits and Improve Public Safety under the Laken Riley Act
U.S. Senator Chris Coons introduced an amendment to the Laken Riley Act that would strike a section that, according to his office, weakens the federal government’s authority over our immigration laws. The Amendment would have removed a provision inviting state attorneys general of both parties to sue the federal government when they disagree with detention…
Read MoreGovernor-Elect Matt Meyer Moves Swearing-in Ceremony Indoors
Delaware Governor-elect Matt Meyer has announced that he is changing the location for his swearing-in ceremony from Legislative Mall to the William B. DeLauder Education and Humanities Theatre at Delaware State University. With frigid temperatures in the forecast for Tuesday, January 21st the safety and comfort of attendees was top of mind for Governor-elect…
Read MoreUPDATE: Court Operations at Kent County Courthouse to Operate as Normal on 1/21/25 for Inauguration
UPDATE: With the announcement from Gov.-elect Matt Meyer’s office that inauguration ceremonies have been moved from the capitol grounds to Delaware State University, the Kent County Courthouse will now operate as normal on Jan. 21st. Original Post: Due to the impact of road closures and parking disruptions next Tuesday, January 21st related to inauguration ceremonies…
Read MoreFatal Mobile Home Fire in Queen Anne’s County; Mother and Son Found Dead
A team of investigators, including K9 Deacon from the Office of the State Fire Marshal and the Queen Anne’s County Sheriff’s Office, is investigating a mobile home fire that left two people–a mother and son–dead. The blaze broke out yesterday–Wednesday afternoon. A passing school bus driver reported the fire on Fox Meadow Road just before…
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