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Warning Issued About Phone Scam Using Call Forwarding
A new phone scam involving call forwarding has been reported in the area. According to the Queen Anne’s County Office of the Sheriff, scammers are posing as bank representatives and using spoofed phone numbers to make it appear the call is coming from a legitimate financial institution. Victims are then told to dial *72 and…
Read MoreCoastal Storm Impacts Expected Along Delmarva
Forecasters are monitoring a developing coastal storm and current impacts from strong winds, which has already led to coastal flood advisories and warnings along Delmarva. AccuWeather Melissa Constanzer tells the Talk of Delmarva that biggest impacts from the storm system will be along the coast… She says the storm system’s peak, including some of its…
Read MoreAttorney General Brown Urges Consumers to Claim Compensation for Inflated Generic Drug Prices
Maryland Attorney General Anthony Brown is urging consumers to check whether they qualify for compensation from settlements involving generic drug manufacturers. A federal court has given preliminary approval to a plan to distribute about $96.5 million in settlement funds from Glenmark, Lannett, Bausch, Apotex and Heritage Pharmaceuticals, along with Heritage’s parent company, Emcure. Consumers who…
Read MoreFederal Judge Issues CDL Data Injunction
Delaware Attorney General Kathy Jennings says a federal judge has issued a preliminary injunction blocking the Trump administration from accessing a database containing personal information on about 17 million commercial drivers. The order also blocks the administration from withholding more than $10 million in federal funding from the American Association of Motor Vehicle Administrators over…
Read MoreGovernor Moore Signs Order Establishing Data Center Review Process
Maryland Governor Wes Moore has signed an executive order establishing a statewide review process for large data center projects. The order applies to projects of 25 megawatts or more and creates a state task force to review proposals and maintain a public dashboard with information about projects, including projected power demand and water use. Governor…
Read MoreFederal Judge Issues Ruling on SNAP Eligibility Changes
Delaware Attorney General Kathy Jennings says a federal judge in the U.S. District Court for the District of Oregon has permanently blocked the Trump administration from imposing certain penalties on states over changes to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, or SNAP. The ruling makes permanent an injunction issued last December and also blocks administration guidance…
Read MoreUPDATED: Sussex County Council Supports Grant Application for Nanticoke Crossing Park and Approves 2 Sewer Annexations, One for Belmead Farm
UPDATED – 09/22/26 – The Sussex County Council was back in session after two weeks off for the Labor Day holiday and the Delaware Primary. The Council heard a presentation from the Boys & Girls Clubs of Delaware CEO, John Wellons, who updated the Council on plans for a new facility for the Georgetown Boys &…
Read MoreUPDATED: Salisbury Man Sentenced to Life without Parole after Murder of Father
UPDATED – 09/22/26 – A Salisbury man has been sentenced to life in prison without parole. Ja’Bril Walters was convicted during a a four-day jury trial for 1st and 2nd degree murder, assault, firearms offenses and altering physical evidence. Circuit Court for Wicomico County Judge S. James Sarbanes sentenced the 33 year old Walters last Friday.…
Read MoreRehoboth Beach Officials Monitoring Significant Coastal Storm
National Weather Service Expecting Coastal and Marine Hazards This Week; Storm Could Impact Rehoboth Beach The City of Rehoboth Beach is monitoring a significant coastal storm that is expected to impact our area this week. According to the National Weather Service (as of Tuesday, 9/22 at 7:00am): Coastal Flood Advisories are in effect for the…
Read MoreUPDATED: Maryland State Police Arrest 4th Suspect in Fatal Shooting in Dorchester County
UPDATED – 09/22/26 – Another suspect has been charged in the death of 5 year old Na’Ryah Adams of Linkwood in August. A 16 year old from Dorchester County is the 4th suspect arrested and is charged with 1st degree murder and other offenses. He is currently being held at the Dorchester County Detention Center.…
Read MoreWicomico County Sheriff’s Office Investigates Bomb Threats Targeting Fruitland Schools
Monday morning just after 10:30 the Fruitland Police Department received two separate bomb threat calls on the non-emergency dispatch line. Officials say both calls originated from the same phone number, but two distinct voices were heard. The callers referenced Fruitland Elementary School, poison gas and ‘gauging their eyes out.’ Investigation determined that there is no…
Read MorePUBLIC NOTICE: 2026 Maryland laws impacting housing providers will take effect October 1PUBLIC NOTICE: 2026 Maryland Laws Impacting Housing Providers Take Effect October 1
October first will see several Maryland housing laws take effect. These laws will affect renters, prospective tenants and housing providers but addressing criminal history screening for prospective tenants, protections for renters who use income-based housing subsidies, positive rental payment reporting and air-conditioning requirements for certain residential rental properties. Additional information from the Maryland Department of…
Read MoreProtecting Permanent Absentee Voting in Delaware Upheld by Delaware Supreme Court
Two candidates (Senator Gerald Hocker and iPod State Senate candidate Steven Washington) in Delaware’s November General Election filed suit in the Delaware Court of Chancery challenging the constitutionality of the state’s permanent absentee voting statute. They alleged that the statute impermissibly expanded the categories of absentee voters laid out in the Delaware Constitution by permitting…
Read MoreCambridge Police Mourn Captain Who Died on Duty
The Cambridge police department has announced the line-of-duty death of Captain Ronald “Shane” Hinson. In a release, officials announced that Captain Hinson died Monday and was on duty at the time of his passing. Captain Hinson served the City of Cambridge for over 27 years. Cambridge Police Department September 21st, 2026 It is with profound…
Read MoreIt’s Still Beach Season – Swimmers Should Go Where Lifeguards Remain on Duty
If you’re headed to Delmarva beaches – some are no longer guarded or have guards widely spread out. If there is no lifeguard at the beach where you plan to swim – move to where there is an occupied guard stand. If there are no guards on duty you’re advised to stay out of the…
Read MoreUPDATED: Woodland Ferry Maintenance Closure Extended to October 9
UPDATED – 09/21/26 – The Woodland Ferry remains out of service for maintenance work. DelDOT officials say the ferry near Seaford is now expected to return to service on Friday, October 9th. ======================================================== ORIGINAL STORY – 09/11/26 – DelDOT officials have announced the Woodland Ferry is again closed for maintenance until Monday, September 21st. Drivers…
Read MoreFour Arrested During Dover Police Traffic Stop – Recovery of Two Loaded Guns
A traffic stop Friday evening led to the arrest of 4 Kent County men and the recovery of 2 loaded handguns. Dover Police stopped a minivan after committing a traffic violation on Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard. As the 4 occupants left the vehicle police spotted a handgun on the floor behind the passenger seat.…
Read MoreGov Meyer Announces New Actions To Cut Red Tape & Support Small Businesses
In May, Governor Matt Meyer signed Executive Order 21, which established an Office of Small Business Access (OSBA) in the Division of Small Business. Recently the Governor announced progress to implement the Executive Order – which will remove regulatory barriers, promote equitable access and foster collaboration through the new OSBA. Additional information from Gov. Meyer: …
Read MoreDSP Investigating a Death at Broadkill Beach
Delaware State Police are investigating a death in Broadkill Beach. Police say that a woman’s body was found Saturday afternoon on Broadkill Beach in the area of the 2500 block South Bayshore Drive. The investigation is continuing – if you have information contact State Police at 302-644-5020 or Crime Stoppers at 302-644-5020.
Read MoreBridgeville Man Arrested After Armed Confrontation in Felton
A Bridgeville man was arrested after he illegally entered a barn in the Felton area and threatened to victims with a firearm just after 11:30 Thursday night. Delaware State Police arrived at Black Swamp Road and learned that 55 year old John Baker of Bridgeville was intoxicated, got into an argument with a victim and…
Read MoreUPDATED: Salisbury Man Charged in Shooting Incident near Ellendale Friday Evening
UPDATED – 09/20/26 – Delaware State Police identified 39-year-old Santos Maria Chilel Soto, from Georgetown as the woman who was fatally shot Friday evening in Ellendale. ===================================================== ORIGINAL STORY – 09/19/26 – A Salisbury man is charged with manslaughter after a shooting incident near Ellendale Friday evening. Delaware State Police were called to an open…
Read MoreDelaware Primary Election Results Certified
On Friday the Delaware Department of Elections certified Tuesday’s Primary Election results. Now that the races are set for the November General Election – voters can begin to think about early voting – again. Early voting for the General Election will begin on Thursday, October 22. General Election Early Voting Dates & Times: October 22,…
Read MoreWorcester County Fire Marshal Matthew Owens Honored with Jarboe Lifetime Achievement Award
Worcester County Fire Marshal Matthew Owens has been named the recipient of the Fire Chief James E. Jarboe Public Safety Lifetime Achievement Award. This recognizes Owens’ extraordinary commitment to the fire service, law enforcement and public safety throughout his 45-year career. Owens began his fire service as a 13 year old with the Parsonsburg Volunteer…
Read MoreUPDATED: Delaware Primary Election Results Certified/33rd District Recount
UPDATED – 09/19/26 – The Delaware Department of Elections on Friday certified the Primary Election results. Click here for the results ======================================================== UPDATED – 09/18/29 – After unofficial results of the Delaware Primary election left the Republican Race for the 33rd District separated by just 7 votes, the Kent County Office of the Department of Elections…
Read MoreSalisbury Man Convicted of 2nd Degree Murder
A Circuit Court for Wicomico County jury has found a Salisbury man guilty after an 8-day trial on charges of 2nd degree murder and related firearms offenses. Judge S. James Sarbanes postponed sentencing of 18 year old Johnathan Jobe to allow for the completion of a pre-sentence investigation. Jobe will remain in custody pending sentencing.…
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