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Fenwick Island Dredging Project Moves to the South Channel
The north channel dredging is complete in Fenwick Island. Town officials report that the equipment has been moved to begin the dredging of the south channel, which should now be underway – and the project is well ahead of schedule to be completed by November 12th. Dredging activity takes place between 7am and 7pm Monday…
Read MoreDrug Take Back Day – Saturday, Oct 26
Today is National Prescription Drug Take Back Day. This aims to provide a safe, convenient, and responsible means of safely disposing of prescription drugs, while also educating the general public about the potential for abuse of medications. Drugs must be in a container such as a pill bottle, box, blister pack, or zip lock bag.…
Read MoreCISA at Regional News Conference Addresses Election Security Concerns
The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) yesterday held a virtual news conference in the Mid-Atlantic region (CISA Region 3), with CISA Director Jen Easterly to discuss steps being taken to ensure the security and resilience of the 2024 elections. During the conference, Easterly said that in her role, she has spent over three years…
Read MoreOcean City to File Lawsuit Against BOEM over US Wind Project
The Town of Ocean City has obtained the legal services of Marzulla Law, LLC, to file a lawsuit against the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) in connection with the US Wind project. Resort officials are continuing their efforts to protect the coastline and community and this action is being taken with the unified support…
Read MoreAccidental Fire Damages Home Under Renovation in Westover
Princess Anne firefighters were called to a home on Revells Neck Road in Westover for a structure fire just after 2pm on Friday. Firefighters found a two-story home under renovation – with no smoke alarms present. Investigation by the Maryland State Fire Marshal’s office found the fire was accidental and that it began on the…
Read MoreHouston Man Arrested by Milford Police after Altercation Tuesday
Milford Police were called to North Washington Street on Tuesday for an altercation between a man and two women. Police were told the man had a firearm and ran from the scene. Police were able to locate the man in a parking lot on Park Avenue and detained him. The firearm was also located. Further…
Read MoreDE Office of the Marijuana Commissioner Holds Public License Lottery
On Thursday, the Office of the Marijuana Commissioner (OMC) held a public license lottery to determine the selection of applicants across several categories – including cultivation, manufacturing, retail and testing – for Delaware’s regulated marijuana industry. Member of the Delaware General Assembly and oversight bodies and independent auditors were on hand to witness the proceedings…
Read MoreConstruction on Shared-Use Path Along Crisfield Hwy Underway in Somerset County
Maryland Transportation crews began work last week on the next phase of the 12-mile shared-use path that will run parallel to Maryland 413/Crisfield Highway from Route 13 to the Big Annemessex River in Somerset County. The path is a pedestrian and bicycle path and also includes a parking lot, new signage and pavement markings. There…
Read MoreEaston Airport Runway Closure
On Monday, Runway 4/22 at the Easton Airport will be close at 9am, except for scheduled large aircraft arrivals and departures ONLY. The runway will reopen on Friday, November 1 at 7pm. This is all part of the Airfield Modernization Program which is well underway. There are no weekend closures expected. Runway 15/33 will remain…
Read MoreSomerset County Public Schools Responds to Recent School Bus Issue
Last week was National School Bus Safety Week – but on Thursday, Somerset County schools operated on a delayed opening because of issues with some of the school buses. Buses are inspected several times a year and during a recent Motor Vehicle Administration inspection event, several buses of the same make were called into question…
Read MoreEaston PD Arrest 3 for Assault and 4th Suspect to be Charged with Attempted 1st & 2nd Degree Murder
Four men have been arrested by Easton Police on active arrest warrants. Three of the men, aged 18 and 20, are charged with assault, reckless endangerment, false imprisonment and other offenses and have been released to the Talbot County Detention Center. The 4th suspect, 24 year old Raven Todd of Laurel, DE is charged with…
Read MoreGov Moore Orders Review of Information Sharing Procedures for Youth Charged or Convicted of Violent Crime
The Maryland State Board of Education has taken immediate action to amend its regulations regarding youth who have been charged with or convicted of violent crime – and are attending public school in Maryland. This week Governor Wes Moore ordered the Department of Juvenile Services to lead an interagency review of information sharing procedures for…
Read MoreTalbot County Burn Ban Issued
Talbot County has issued a burn ban which is in effect from 2pm Friday, October 25th until Sunday, November 24th at 2pm, however the ban could be extended – or terminated under subsequent resolution. This ban was enacted by the Talbot County Council by an Administrative Resolution, which has banned ALL open-air burning throughout the…
Read MoreLong Lines Greet Voters for 1st Day of Early Voting in Delaware
Early voting began at 11 Friday morning – with long lines at many polling locations. Sussex County Election Director, Bo McDowell tells the Talk of Delmarva that voters arrive hours before the polls opened and they are currently working through the large backlogs and hope to catch up before the polls close at 7pm. Today…
Read MoreGov. Carney Issues Statewide Drought Watch
Delaware Governor John Carney has issued a statewide drought watch until further notice – on guidance from the Delaware Water Supply Coordinating Council. Delawareans are asked to voluntarily reduce outdoor uses of water during the drought watch. This comes as a result of the continuing scarcity of precipitation throughout the state – particularly northern New…
Read MoreOcean City Police Looking for Bank Robbery Suspect
Ocean City Police need your help to identify a suspect from a bank robbery in the midtown area just after 9 Friday morning. If you can identify this suspect – contact Detective Amy Gutowski at 410*520-5314. Anonymous tips may be left by calling 410-520-5136 or submitted via https://oceancitymd.gov/oc/departments/police/crime-tips. (Reference case # 2024-004794)
Read MoreMSP Berlin Barrack Seeks Public’s Assistance in Theft Case
Maryland State Police are seeking the public’s help in solving a theft case from last month. According to police, shortly before 5 p.m. on September 14th, troopers from the Maryland State Police Berlin Barrack responded to Stephen Decatur Highway in Ocean City, Maryland for the theft report. MSP Berlin is seeking the public’s assistance in…
Read MoreVehicle Pursuit Exceeds 100 mph from Delaware into Maryland
An investigation into a weapons complaint and drug offenses continues following a high-speed chase in the Seaford area. Yesterday, Wednesday, October 23rd at about 1:05 p.m., the Seaford Police Department responded to a weapons complaint near Collins Avenue and Purnell Street in Seaford. Police say someone reportedly possessing a handgun and making threats was spotted…
Read MoreGovernor Carney Orders Lowering of Flags for Saturday in Remembrance of Former Lewes Mayor Ted Becker
Governor John Carney has ordered the Delaware flag to be lowered to half-staff on Saturday, October 26th, from sunrise to sunset, in remembrance of former Lewes Mayor Ted Becker on the day of his celebration of life. He served eight years as Mayor of Lewes and ten years on the Lewes City Council. Former Mayor…
Read MoreNearly $21 Million in Federal Funds to Go Toward Clean Drinking Water for Under-Resourced Communities
Nearly $21 Million in federal funding will go toward upgrading drinking water and wastewater infrastructure, protecting local freshwater resources across Delaware, and delivering safe drinking water to homes, schools, and businesses. Governor John Carney and U.S. Senators Tom Carper and Chris Coons along with Congresswoman Lisa Blunt Rochester made the announcement about the funding today. This funding comes…
Read MoreConcerns Regarding Severe Drought Situation in Delaware
The drought conditions have had a major impact on the corn and soybean crops in Delaware, with soybean yields running well below normal for full season beans. For double crop beans after wheat and barley, those yields if not irrigated are going to be extremely low. Delaware Secretary of Agriculture Michael Scuse tells the Talk…
Read MoreMilford Man Arrested for Sex-Related Crimes
A 20-year-old Milford man has been arrested for having sexual-related interactions with two minor victims. As a result of an extensive criminal investigation, Markez Davis faces numerous charges. According to Milford Police, he had a presentment through the Justice of the Peace Court 2 and was committed to the Department of Correction in default of $338,000 secured bail.…
Read MoreTraffic Alert: Update on US 50 Resurfacing Project in Dorchester County
For travelers who use US 50 in the Cambridge area of Dorchester County, the road resurfacing project is about half completed, according to the Maryland Department of Transportation State Highway Administration. Crews have returned to paving operations at night, beginning as early as 5 p.m. However, should temps drop below 50 degrees at night, they…
Read MoreIntentionally Set Fire in Jail Cell at Eastern Correctional Institute
A fire contained to a prison cell at Eastern Correctional Institute on Revells Neck Road, Westover in Somerset County led to 20 inmates being relocated. Correctional Officers discovered the fire in Housing unit 5, Bravo Tier early yesterday afternoon. According to the Maryland Office of the State Fire Marshal, an inmate was able to ignite…
Read MoreSchool Opening Delay Thurs, Oct 24
2 HOUR DELAY Somerset County Schools – to accommodate unexpected bussing challenges
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