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Somerset County Snow Emergency Plan in Effect
Snow Emergency Plan in Effect in Worcester County at 3pm
February 22, 2026 AT 1500 HOURS The Maryland State Police Berlin Barrack in conjunction with local agencies and the State Highway Administration are implementing the Snow Emergency Plan for Worcester County effective as of February 22, 2026 at 1500 hours. This plan is to assist the State Highway Administration in snow clearing operations throughout the…
Read MoreTown of Millsboro Snow Emergency Routes Effective at 4pm Sunday
The Town of Millsboro snow emergency route will be activated as of 4pm today. Residents are strongly encouraged to move their vehicles or risk being towed or ticketed. Â
Read MoreDeclaration: Emergency Routes in Milton
This declaration is to establish designated weather-related Emergency Routes within the Town of Milton to ensure safe travel, facilitate snow removal, and maintain access for emergency services during winter weather. The Emergency Route declaration remains in effect from February 22, 2026, at 5:00pm until the town’s snow removal operations are completed. The following streets are…
Read MoreGov Moore Declares State of Preparedness for Maryland
Governor Wes Moore has declared a State of Preparedness ahead of a potentially hazardous winter weather system that is expected to bring heavy snow across Maryland. The storm will likely affect roads and transportation centers and could cause significant snow accumulation and hazardous travel conditions in some parts of the state. Marylanders are cautioned to…
Read MoreUPDATED: Bethel Elect 2 to the Town Council
UPDATED – 02/21/26 – Voters in Bethel have elected Larry Davis and incumbent Mark Shaver to the Town Council. Each will serve a three year term. Davis and Shaver will take their Oath of Office on Tuesday, March 3, 2026 at the March Town Council meeting. ==================================================== ORIGINAL STORY – 02/20/26 – Voters in…
Read MoreState Emergency Operations Center to Activate Sunday Evening for Coordination Efforts
State Emergency Operations Center to Activate Sunday Evening for Coordination Efforts The Delaware Emergency Management Agency (DEMA) is monitoring a winter storm expected to bring several hazards to the state Sunday through Monday. The National Weather Service advises moderate to major impacts across Delaware from heavy snow, strong winds, and coastal flooding are likely. Widespread heavy snowfall is forecast…
Read MoreDelmarva Preparing for Significant Winter Storm Sunday & Monday
The most significant winter storm of the season, and possibly in the last several years, is setting sights on Sussex County for later this weekend, threatening to bring blizzard conditions with heavy snow, strong winds, and coastal flooding that could halt travel and leave many without power. The National Weather Service in Mt. Holly, N.J.,…
Read MoreCity of Rehoboth Honored as Tree City USA for 35th Consecutive Year
In honor of its commitment to the planting, growing, and maintenance of trees, the City of Rehoboth Beach has been recognized as a Tree City by the Arbor Day Foundation for the 35th consecutive year. To earn this designation, a city must maintain a tree board or department, have a community tree ordinance, spend at…
Read MoreDPH Reports Measles Exposure at Nemours Children’s Hospital Emergency Department in Wilmington
The Delaware Division of Public Health reports a measles exposure at the Nemours Children’s Hospital emergency department in Wilmington. This occurred on Wednesday, February 18th and contact tracing is ongoing. Public Health officials will notify persons who were identified as exposed to confirm whether or not they have been vaccinated against measles before and provide…
Read MoreScott Hamilton Files to Run for Wicomico County Sheriff
Wicomico County Sheriff Mike Lewis will have a contested election now that Scott Hamilton of Salisbury has announced his candidacy for Sheriff of Wicomico County in the 2026 election. Hamilton brings over 20 years of local law enforcement – including 21 years in the Wicomico County Sheriff’s Office – and over 22 years of military…
Read MoreDE Governor Matt Meyer & AG Kathy Jennings React to SCOTUS Ruling on Tariffs
On Friday, the US Supreme court struck down the Trump Administration’s International Emergency Economic Powers Act tariffs. By a vote of 6 to 3, the Court wiped out the 10% tariff that President Trump imposed on nearly every country as well as several specific higher tariffs on US trading partners – including Canada, Mexico, China…
Read MoreMoore-Miller Administration Delivers 2026 Green Bag Appointments
On Friday the Moore-Miller Administration delivered nearly 300 Green Bag appointments to the Maryland State Senate. The Green Bag is required to be delivered on the 40th day of the legislative session (which this year is Sunday – so Friday was delivery day). The names contained in the Green Bag are appointments of Marylanders made…
Read MoreGround Broken on Savannah Grove Project in Georgetown
Ground has been broken for the construction of a new residential community in Georgetown. Savannah Grove will bring 106 apartment homes – 16 that will be available at below-market rates through a $2-million loan agreement with Delaware State Housing Authority. Savannah Grove is located on Savannah Road and will include 6 residential buildings – with…
Read MoreWilmington DMV Expected to Resume Operations on March 10
The DMV in Wilmington will resume operations on Tuesday, March 10 at 8am. However service will be by appointment only to help manage customer volume in the facility. Additional details will be shared as the reopening date nears. The Delaware City, Dover and Georgetown DMV locations will continue to offer walk-in service to customers. DelDOT…
Read MoreAAA: Gas Prices Dropped Slightly Since Last Week, Expected to Increase Soon
The national average for a gallon of regular gasoline dropped slightly from the previous week to $2.92. According to AAA, pump prices are expected to start their seasonal climb soon, as spring approaches and summer-blend gasoline production begins. Tensions between the U.S. and Iran are another factor that could drive up crude oil prices. Right…
Read MoreMaryland Department of Health Reports Increase in Mumps Cases
The Maryland Department of Health has confirmed an increase in mumps cases in the state. As of February 19th, there has been a total of 26 cases reported in 2026: 19 confirmed and 7 probable cases. According to the Maryland Department of Health, the overall risk to the public is considered low given Maryland’s high…
Read MoreUPDATE: 61-Year-Old Identified, Hospitalized After Barricade Incident; Faces Several Criminal Charges
Update–02/19/26– 3 PM The 61-year-old man arrested following a barricade incident yesterday in Dover is identified as Eric Dryden. What police are now saying was a domestic-related incident happened Wednesday afternoon on Stoney Drive. The investigation revealed that Dryden assaulted a woman inside the home, pointed a firearm at her, and fired a shot into…
Read MoreDNREC Announces March 7 Youth Trout Day; March 8 Downstate Season Opener
DNREC has announced that Delaware’s 2026 downstate pond trout season will open for youth anglers under age 16 only at 7 a.m. on Saturday, March 7th followed by the opening of the regular downstate trout season for all anglers a half-hour before sunrise on Sunday, March 8th. Fishing will be allowed on youth opening day from 7…
Read MoreEvening Fire at Rehoboth-Area Condominium Building Prompts Evacuations
The Delaware State Fire Marshal’s office is investigating a fire that occurred at a two-story condominium building in the Creekwood community off Coastal Highway. The Rehoboth Beach Volunteer Fire Company responded to the scene on Wednesday evening, February 18th, around 8:10pm. Units found fire lapping up the exterior wall of building. Four units were evacuated…
Read MoreUPDATED: Investigation into Dagsboro House Explosion Reveals Cause–Accidental; DSP Confirm 1 Dead and 1 Injured
UPDATE–02/19/26–The investigation into a house explosion west of Dagsboro since September, 2025 has revealed that the incident was accidental–involving Liquified Petroleum gas with no indications of criminal activity. This event, at a home near the intersection of Gum Tree and Molly Field Roads, resulted in one occupant being killed and a second sustaining minor injuries.…
Read More17-Year-Old Shot in Cambridge, MD; Police Seek Public’s Help
Cambridge Police are investigating an incident in which a teenager was shot yesterday evening, February 18th. At about 6:18 p.m., Police responded to the report of multiple shots fired. When they arrived at the location—in the area of High Street between Washington Street and Lincoln Terrace–they found a 17-year-old male from Cambridge with a gunshot…
Read MoreNew Federal Funding to Support Affordable Housing in Sussex County
More affordable housing is on the way for families in Sussex County. Sussex County Habitat for Humanity recently received $1 million from the FY26 Senate Transportation, Housing, and Urban Development bill. The funding is part of the Congressionally Directed Spending (CDS) project. Delaware Senator Chris Coons requested the funding. Kevin Gilmore, CEO of Sussex County Habitat…
Read MoreSussex County Accepting Applications for Property Assessment Appeals
The Sussex County government is currently accepting applications from property owners who wish to contest the assessed value of their property. Under Delaware law, counties each year must allow property owners the opportunity to formally appeal their assessments. Applications must be submitted by March 15th. This year, the appeal hearings may run through May 31st,…
Read MoreFederal Court Dismisses US Wind Cross-Claim
A federal judge has dismissed a key legal claim tied to the offshore wind dispute involving Ocean City, Maryland. The Town has been notified that on Friday, February 13th, Judge Gallagher of the United States District Court granted the federal defendants’ motion to dismiss US Wind’s cross-claim in its entirety. The Court determined that US…
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