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Gov Meyer Signs Mental Health Coverage Law, Securing Delaware as National Leader in Fair Mental Healthcare
Governor Matt Meyer has signed the Fair Standards in Mental Health Care Act. Senate Bill 22 will help to expand access to mental healthcare through comprehensive insurance reform. The measure will reduce unnecessary insurance delays and denials and strengthen protections for Delawareans seeking mental health and substance use care. This Act applies to all health…
Read MoreMDOT Announces over $11-million in Grants for Bike, Pedestrian & Trail Projects Statewide
The Maryland Department of Transportation has announced over $11-million in grants for 24 bicycle, pedestrian and trail projects throughout Maryland. These investments will help state and local partners to improve safety for people of all ages and abilities, boost economic development and create a more connected and accessible transportation system. There is $9.3-million in federal…
Read MoreMSP Investigating Murder-Suicide Sunday in Pocomoke
Two Pocomoke residents are dead after an apparent murder-suicide Sunday in Somerset County. Maryland State Police were called to a residence on Dividing Creek Road around 7:30pm for a welfare check where they found an unresponsive female – identified as 67 year old Christine Wells, and 66 year old Robert Dehart with an apparent self-inflicted…
Read MoreUPDATED: Laurel Man Charged with Vehicular Homicide after Fatal Crash near Laurel August 27th
UPDATED – 09/08/26 – A Laurel man has been arrested for vehicular homicide after a two vehicle crash that occurred on August 27th. Delaware State Police contacted the driver of a Nissan Frontier identified as 63 year old James Elliott of Laurel, at the hospital. Police say Elliott showed signs of impairment and obtained a…
Read MoreVegetation Removal to Begin Today at Lake Gerar in Rehoboth Beach
Work will begin Tuesday afternoon to remove over 700 cubic yards of floating vegetation from the western prong of Lake Gerar – near Cranberry Park. City officials say that during site work, a 1 to 2-foot thick mass of floating vegetation was seen – and has grown more than 50-feet channel ward of the shoreline…
Read MoreSpecial Event Zone in Place in Ocean City for OC Rock & Ride Bikefest
The Special Event Zone is in place in Ocean City ahead of the start of the OC Rock & Ride Bikefest. While the Special Event Zone is in place – speeds are lowered and fines are increased for violations – and is in effect throughout Ocean City as well as all roads in Worcester County.…
Read MoreDSP Investigating Shooting Incident in Dover Monday Morning
Delaware State Police are investigating another shooting in Dover. This occurred Monday morning just before 1:30 when a 23 year old man was struck by gunfire. Police say an unknown suspect in a vehicle fired shots at a residence on South Governor’s Boulevard in Capitol Park. The victim suffered a non-life threatening gunshot wound and…
Read MoreTax Bill Availability for Kent County, DE Residents
Some Kent County residents report that they have not yet received their property tax bill. County Tax officials are providing several ways for property owners to confirm and retrieve their bills. If you have not received your bill – you can call the tax office, email the tax office or search property records online. Remember…
Read MoreWicomico County Crash with Wrong-way Driver on Route 13 Injures 3
A Cambridge man driving a pickup truck the wrong way on Route 13 in Wicomico County collided with a Maryland State Police patrol vehicle. The driver, 36 year old Joshua Jorette of Cambridge, was arrested at the scene and is charged with DUI, reckless driving, possession of a controlled dangerous substance and other offenses. The…
Read MoreUPDATED: Next Phase of Delaware Memorial Bridge Project to Begin September 7 – Northbound Span
UPDATED – 09/06/26 – Work on the next phase of the bridge joint replacement project on the New Jersey bound span of the Delaware Memorial Bridge will begin on Monday. DRBA officials say that once the initial setup of lane closures is complete – two right lanes of the northbound span will be closed until just…
Read MoreFire at Church of the Nazarene in Federalsburg – Arson
The Maryland State Fire Marshall and Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) have determined that a fire at the Church of the Nazarene in Federalsburg last month was arson. Federalsburg Volunteer Firefighters were called to the scene on August 5th just before midnight after a passerby reported the fire. More than 60 firefighters…
Read MoreDover Police Investigating Shooting Death of Dover Man Outside CAVA Restaurant
Police in Dover are investigating a shooting death that occurred Friday night in the parking lot for CAVA Restaurant on North DuPont Highway. Dover Police received multiple calls for shots fired just before 10pm and officer responding found 18 year old Foster Trader of Dover on the sidewalk with multiple gunshot wounds. Trader was pronounced…
Read MoreUPDATED: Mass Federal Judge Grants Preliminary Injunction of President’s Executive Order 14399
UPDATED – 09/04/26 – On Friday, a federal judge in Massachusetts granted a preliminary injunction prohibiting states from creating citizenship voter lists and for the U.S. Postal Service to restrict mail-in ballots. Judge Indira Talwani had earlier issued a temporary restraining order in the same case which has been dissolved with Friday’s ruling. This came after…
Read MoreBethany Beach Celebrates its 125 Year History with Founders Day Weekend
Bethany Beach celebrates 125 years this year and this weekend will kick off the first of its milestone anniversary celebrations this Labor Day weekend with its Founders Day Weekend – commemorating 125 years of Bethany Beach history – and recognizing America’s 250th anniversary. The weekend includes live entertainment at the Bandstand beginning at 7:30 tonight,…
Read MoreSeptic Company Employee Charged with Illegally Dumping Sewage in Wicomico County
Maryland Attorney General Anthony Brown has filed criminal charges against an Eden man for the illegal discharge of pollutants. On August 14th, Terry Handy, Junior was charged in the Circuit Court for Wicomico County with two counts of illegal discharge of a pollutant and two counts of unlawful disposal of sewage relating to illegal dumping…
Read More18 New DSP and Municipal Police Officers Graduate
Colonel William D. Crotty, the Superintendent of the Delaware State Police, proudly announces the graduation last month of the 106th Delaware State Police and 102nd Municipal Police Recruit Class. The ceremony was held August 20th at Dover Middle School – 9 new Delaware State Troopers and 9 new Municipal Police Officers – representing Delaware Natural…
Read MoreMSP Arrest Salisbury Man in Fatal Shooting
A Salisbury man has been arrested in connection with a fatal shooting that occurred Thursday around 8pm. Maryland State Police were called to Ethels Way where they found a female victim, later identified as 29 year old Jordan Holt of Salisbury with a gunshot wound. Police have arrested 29 year old Gage Mitchell of Salisbury…
Read MoreUPDATED: MD State Highway Administration To Clean And Paint The US 13 Business/Market Street Drawbridge on September 21 In Worcester County
UPDATED – 09/04/26 – This project is now expected to begin on Monday, September 21st. The date of completion is still expected to be November 8th. ======================================================================= ORIGINAL STORY – 09/03/26 – The Maryland Department of Transportation State Highway Administration will begin a project to clean and paint the US 13 Business (Market Street) Bridge…
Read MoreUPDATED: Maryland Supreme Court Rules on Congressional Redistricting
The Maryland Supreme Court heard oral arguments Thursday on appeals to two lawsuits filed over the redistricting issue and general election ballot question. While the Court found both circuit courts erred in portions of their rulings, the Court agreed that the ballot language in Question 3 is misleading and violates due process requirements. The Supreme…
Read More18 Dogs Recovered in Salisbury Animal Welfare Investigation
After receiving a complaint concerning the welfare and living conditions of multiple dogs at a West Naylor Mill Road property, Wicomico Animal Control officers investigated on Tuesday. Two residents were found in a shed on the property with 2 adult dogs, but conditions found at the property led to a call for assistance from the…
Read MoreCity of Salisbury Offices Closed Labor Day
City of Salisbury offices will be closed Monday, Sept. 7, 2026, in observance of Labor Day. Trash collection normally scheduled for Monday will be collected Tuesday, Sept. 8. Residents are encouraged to plan accordingly for the adjusted schedule. The Salisbury Zoo will remain open on Labor Day for residents and visitors to enjoy. …
Read MoreKent County, DE Offices Closed for Labor Day
Kent County, DE Government offices will be closed on Monday, September 7, 2026, in observance of Labor Day. We will resume normal business hours on Tuesday, September 8. Essential Services: Please note that all essential services will remain fully operational throughout the holiday to ensure you stay supported. A Moment of Reflection: Labor Day is…
Read MoreGovernor Meyer Signs Gun Safety Bill Package
Delaware Governor Matt Meyer has signed a package of gun safety legislation aimed at increasing oversight of firearms dealers and addressing untraceable firearms. Senate Bill 300 requires anyone selling or transferring firearms in Delaware to obtain a state dealer license through Delaware State Police. Dealers will also be required to complete training every two years,…
Read MoreDover Airman Faces Federal Sex Crime Charges Involving Minor
A Dover airman–27-year-old Dylan Williams– appeared in federal court today (September 3rd) on charges including coercion and enticement, transportation with intent to engage in criminal sexual activity, and travel to engage in illicit sexual conduct. According to court documents, Williams is accused of engaging in sexually explicit text exchanges with a 15-year-old victim, driving several…
Read MoreAAA: Labor Day On Track to Set Record at the Pump
Labor Day weekend travelers are facing the highest gas prices ever for this time of year, according to AAA. The national average is $4.14, up 4 cents from last week. Continued volatility in the Strait of Hormuz has pushed crude oil prices into the $90 per barrel range. After a record-setting August, this Labor Day…
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