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Delaware Grocery Initiative Applications Open Feb. 20th
The Delaware Division of Small Business will open applications February 20th for the Delaware Grocery Initiative and First State Food System Program, which aims to expand access to healthy, affordable food in food deserts and at-risk areas statewide. The program offers $700,000 in grant funding for Delaware farmers, independent and community grocery retailers, food banks,…
Read MoreEarly Morning Bomb Threats in Capital School District; All Clear Given
Law enforcement has given the all-clear at Dover High School and Kent County Secondary ILC following an investigation into multiple bomb threats early this morning that disrupted school transportation and operations in the Capital School District. Earlier today, the district implemented a two-hour delay for students in grades 1 through 8 after the threats prompted…
Read MoreSpring Turkey Season Lottery Attracts Record Number of Applicants for Hunting State Wildlife Areas
A record 992 hunters applied for 540 available State Wildlife Area turkey hunting permits ahead of the upcoming spring season. The Wildlife Section conducted the annual lottery January 21st, covering all 19 state wildlife areas and Delaware’s two national wildlife refuges—Bombay Hook and Prime Hook. Permits are valid for one of four season segments, with the spring turkey…
Read MoreHouse Fire in Oxford, Talbot County Under Investigation
A fire that occurred late last night at a two-story, single-family home on Almshouse Road in Oxford, Talbot County is under investigation. The house was vacant at the time of the fire. A neighbor called 911. No injuries were reported. The total estimated loss is $100,000. Anyone with information regarding this fire should contact the…
Read MoreAG Jennings Secures $17.85-million Settlement with Lannett and Bausch; Compensation Possible
Delaware Attorney General Kathy Jennings joined a coalition of 48 states and territories to announce two settlements with Lannett Company, Incorporated and Bausch Health US, LLC and Bausch Health Americas, Inc. These settlements could make you eligible for compensation as well! The settlements total $17.85-million and are to resolve allegations that both companies engaged in…
Read MoreMD House Approves New Congressional Maps
Legislation approving new congressional maps was passed in the Maryland House of Delegates on Monday. House Bill 488 passed in its third reading 99 to 37. Republican lawmakers say this legislation disenfranchises millions of Marylanders and rips away their right to fair representation in Congress. However, Democrat Governor, Wes Moore stated the opposite – that…
Read MoreMD House Advances HB 444 which Bans Local Law Enforcement from 287g Agreements with Federal Immigration Authorities
The Maryland House of Delegates Monday voted to advance House Bill 444, which will ban local law enforcement from entering into 287g agreements with federal immigration authorities to notify them when an incarcerated individual is not legally present in the US. House Republicans in a statement say this will not keep citizens safe and that…
Read MoreRight Whale Slow Zone in Effect East of Ocean City Through Feb. 17
The Ocean City buoy operated by the Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution and University of Maryland Center for Environmental Science detected the presence of right whales east of Ocean City on Monday. The right whale Slow Zone is now in effect through February 17th. There is one other Slow Zone currently in effect regionally – northeast…
Read MoreOcean City Swears In Josh Bunting as Fire Chief
The Ocean City Fire Department has sworn in Josh Bunting as Fire Chief. He was recommended for the position by City Manager Terry McGean and approved by the Mayor and City Council. Bunting has served as both a volunteer firefighter as well as the Ocean City Fire Marshal which makes him qualified for the position.…
Read MoreDelDOT Brining Roads Statewide Today
A chance of light snow is in the forecast for Wednesday morning. DelDOT officials say crews are brining roads statewide today in preparation. Remember to give the brining trucks plenty of space to work. Additional information from DelDOT:Â Why brine roads? Brine has the same melting characteristics of solid rock salt, but since it is…
Read MoreUPDATED: Sussex County Council Approves Nominees to BOA and P&Z and Change of Zone Revisited in Old Business
UPDATED – 02/03/26 – The Sussex County Council met Tuesday morning. They recognized retiree Gordon Serman with a tribute. He was the Facilities District Manager for Environmental Services and served the county for over 20 years. The Council held two public interviews for nominees to the Board of Adjustment and Planning and Zoning Commission. Both nominees…
Read MoreEaston Airport – Winter Weather Update – February 2, 2026 / 3:30pm
Winter Weather Update – February 2, 2026, 3:30 PM EST Runways 04/22 and 15/33 are open. As always, check NOTAMs for the most current information. Drive-Through Gates: Gates are back in service. Please use caution, especially in the morning, as these areas may have refrozen overnight. T-Hangars: Our crew has been working in the T-Hangar…
Read MoreGeorgetown Man Arrested for Burglaries at Former Workplace
A Georgetown man has been arrested in connection with a series of burglaries at Donovan’s Salvage Works in Georgetown. Delaware State Police were called when staff noticed missing inventory since December of last year – and spotted footprints in the snow leading away from the business. Police found some of the missing inventory on a…
Read MoreGovernor Meyer Announces Historic Investments in Early Childhood Education
In his State of the State address and FY 2027 Recommended Budget Presentation, Governor Matt Meyer outlined a path forward to invest in Early Childhood Education in Delaware. The Governor looks to invest $50-million in state and federal dollars towards strengthening Delaware’s early childhood care and education (ECCE) system and he has tapped Lt Governor…
Read MoreDRBA Sets New Date for 2026 Ferry Fare Proposal Public Meeting
A virtual meeting to discuss the goals and objectives of proposed fare changes at the Cape May-Lewes Ferry has been rescheduled to Monday, February 9th at 6:30pm. The fare proposal includes modest increases – primarily on vehicle fares – to reflect inflationary pressures, the introduction of a new staircase or surge pricing model for in-season…
Read MorePhiladelphia Man Arrested by DSP on Felony Charges Following Vehicle Pursuit
A Philadelphia man failed to stop for a traffic stop near Frederica early Friday morning, but a chase was ended due to safety concerns – and nearby police agencies notified of the speeding Lexus that was southbound on Bay Road. Police from Milford located the vehicle disabled near North Street and Dupont Boulevard – and…
Read MoreUPDATED: Two Die in Residential Structure Fire in Parsonsburg; Off-duty Firefighter Injured
UPDATED – 2pm –Â An investigation into the cause of a deadly fire in Parsonsburg Sunday morning is underway by the Maryland State Fire Marshal and Maryland State Police. Two people died in the fire and an off-duty Ocean City firefighter was injured. A passerby spotted smoke and flames coming from the home on Old Ocean…
Read MoreMaryland Overdose Deaths Fall for Fourth Straight Year – Reach 10-Year Low
Overdose deaths in Maryland are at the lowest level seen in the last 10 years – with a 53% decrease from the state’s historic high of 2800 in 2021. Governor Wes Moore Friday announced that the latest provisional data from the Maryland Overdose Data Dashboard shows that drug overdose deaths last year decreased by 26%…
Read MoreGov Meyer Signs Executive Order Launching Statewide Smart Growth Visioning, Corridor Planning & Downtown Revitalization Expansion
Delaware Governor Matt Meyer has signed Executive Order #16 which certified the 2025 update to the Delaware Strategies for State Policies and Spending. This is a comprehensive plan that frames the State’s investments in transportation infrastructure, economic development and preservation of open space and ag lands. The updated strategies reflect the State’s renewed approach to…
Read MoreLewes Man Charged with Felony Assault
A Lewes man has been arrested for assault after an incident Thursday night at the Hyatt House in Lewes. State Police were called just before 6pm after a guest told hotel staff that he’s killed his grandmother in a room. Police spoke with the suspect – 30 year old Dempsey Fritchey, who was detained. They…
Read MoreDelaware DMV Warns of Statewide Scam
A new text message phishing scam has surfaced referencing the Delaware Division of Motor Vehicles which states that the recipient has an outstanding traffic violation and needs to “click on a link” to pay the amount due by a specific date to avoid suspension of their vehicle registration and driving privileges. This is a scam…
Read MoreAir Travel ID Changes Coming this Sunday, February 1
Are you planning domestic air travel this year? Changes are coming – beginning this Sunday, February 1st! If you fly without a state-issued REAL ID-compliant driver’s license or ID card – it has a star in the corner, a valid US Passport or another acceptable form of identification to provide at a TSA checkpoint –…
Read MoreUPDATED: MSP Have Located Missing Wicomico County Teen
UPDATED – 01/30/26 – Maryland State Police report that Lilith Keith was located this morning. Thank you ============================================ ORIGINAL STORY – 01/25/26 – Your help is needed to locate a missing 14 year old in Wicomico County. Maryland State Police say Lilith Keith was reported missing on Saturday, January 24th – she was last seen…
Read MoreBill to Protect Delaware Electric Customers from Financial Impact of Data Centers Released from House Committee
Legislation that would prevent residential, small business and other electric customers from footing the bill for energy costs from large energy-use facilities from has been released from the House Natural Resources & Energy Committee. House Bill 233, sponsored by Representative Frank Burns and Senator Stephanie Hansen, would require Public Service Commission-regulated utilities like Delmarva Power…
Read MoreAG Jennings, DCADV Announce Collaboration with Ring Providing over $250,000 in Home Security
Delaware Attorney General Kathy Jennings has announced a collaboration with the Delaware Coalition Against Domestic Violence and Ring to support domestic violence survivors. The DCADV has received 1000 Ring X Line camera devices – along with a Ring Protect Subscription for the life of each device to help proved security and safety for victims of…
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