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AAA Mid-Atlantic: Small Amounts of Snow and Ice Can Cause Big Problems on Roads
With the region having seen its first measurable snow this season, and more wintry weather expected later this week, Jana Tidwell of AAA Mid-Atlantic says even small amounts of snow and ice can cause big problems on the roadway. on average, about one-third or 32% of crashes during the winter occur in adverse weather or road surface conditions,…
Read MoreDelaware General Assembly Cancels Tuesday’s Legislative Session Due to Inclement Weather
Due to the snowfall in Delaware, Senate President Pro Tempore Dave Sokola and House Speaker Valerie Longhurst have announced that today’s session proceedings in both chambers are canceled. The cancellation includes a House Economic Development/Banking/Insurance & Commerce Committee meeting that was previously scheduled for noon today. The House is scheduled to reconvene at 2 p.m. tomorrow– Wednesday, January 17th.…
Read MoreOffice of Vital Statistics in Dover to Close for Renovations
The Office of Vital Statistics (OVS) in Dover will be closed to the public for renovations beginning February 12th through April 5th, according to The Delaware Division of Public Health (DPH). Alternative options to access vital records will be available. During the closure period, Kent County residents will be able to request vital records in…
Read MoreAlumni seek nominations for 2023-24 Indian River High School Hall of Fame
Did you know someone who has done extraordinary things for the community and the world? Did that person graduate from Indian River High School? You can acknowledge them and give them a gift they will not expect by nominating them for the IRHS Hall of Fame, which continues to honor alumni who make outstanding achievements…
Read MoreGovernor Moore Announces $150 Million Transportation Budget Restoration to Help Address Critical Needs
Transportation needs across the state of Maryland would be addressed with Governor Wes Moore’s Fiscal Year 2025 budget proposal, which includes a one-year restoration of $150 million in funding. This funding would continue to help the Moore-Miller Administration move forward with their goals of economic growth and mobility. The action restores funding for transit service,…
Read MoreDSP Detectives Investigating Shots Fired at an Ellendale Residence
Delaware State Police are investigating a shooting that occurred last night in an Ellendale neighborhood. Police say that at approximately 10:18 p.m., troopers responded to a home on Candy Lane for a report of shots fired. The home had been struck several times, and police recovered numerous shell casings at the scene. Two adults were…
Read MoreFood Bank of Delaware Celebrates Grand Opening of New Milford Facility
The Food Bank of Delaware marked the Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service holiday by officially cutting the ribbon on its new 70,000 square-foot facility in Milford this morning. The project took almost three years to complete. The new facility was built to enhance services to residents of Kent and Sussex Counties. More than…
Read MoreProgress in Plans for New Town Hall, Police Station, and Sussex County EMS Station in Dewey Beach
In Dewey Beach, plans for the new Town Hall/Police Station/Sussex County EMS Station is moving forward, according to the Town’s Monthly Newsletter. Town Manager Bill Zolper states they hope to have the new Town Hall project out to bid in late spring or early summer, and break ground in the fall of this year. Meanwhile,…
Read MoreWinter Weather on Delmarva Tonight
Crews are preparing the roads for some wintry precipitation, which is expected to begin later today and continue through the night and into tomorrow morning. Just how much snow can we expect? AccuWeather’s Joe Lundberg tells WGMD’s Mike Bradley… Lundberg says the farther north and west you go the more snow you’ll see.
Read MoreMaryland Highway Crews Preparing for Winter Storm
The Maryland State Highway Administration is pre-treating state-maintained highways in advance of the approaching winter storm. Drivers are encouraged to curtail travel during the storm to allow crews the space to effectively and efficiently treat the roads. This winter storm is expected to begin impacting travel this evening into tomorrow morning.  State Highway Administration crews are carefully monitoring the track of the storm. Additional Information from the Maryland…
Read MoreDVFA Purchases Smoke Detectors for Giveaway at DE Volunteer Fire Companies
Every Delaware Volunteer Fire Company as well as the City of Wilmington Fire Department has been stocked with smoke detectors for Delawareans who need them. In 2023, 14 people died in fires in Delaware and 80% of them did not have a working smoke detector in their home. The Delaware Volunteer Firefighters Association used money…
Read MoreDeer Hunting Shotgun Season Open thru January 21st
Shotgun season for deer is now open in Delaware through January 21st . This is also called General Firearm season – which means shotguns, muzzleloaders, handguns, authorized straight-walled pistol-caliber rifles and archery equipment can be used. Remember – Sunday deer hunting is permitted on private lands, with landowner permission, and on designated publicly-owned lands. Shotguns,…
Read MoreDover Man Arrested for Outstanding Warrants
A stop for a traffic violation by Felton Police resulted in the arrest of a wanted man. Felton Police say they made the stop Tuesday, January 2nd in the area of Turkey Point Road. They contacted the driver who was identified as 51 year old Jude Cotherie of Dover. Investigation showed Cotherie was wanted on…
Read MoreLewes Man Charged with Burglary
A Lewes man has been arrested in connection with a burglary and other offenses Friday evening. Delaware State Police were called to Clemantis Street following reports of trespassing. Homeowners who were checking on their second residence found an unknown man in their home – who left the scene before police arrived. He left behind three…
Read MoreCrash Near Bishopville Leaves 1 Dead & 1 Injured
The Worcester County Sheriff’s office is investigating a single vehicle crash on Selby Road in Bishopville. Deputies were called around 10:30 Friday night. Deputies located a vehicle that went off the roadway in bad weather and struck a tree. Deputies say the vehicle sustained extensive damage. The driver, Liam Strum was taken to Tidal Health…
Read MoreFire Damages Fitness Center at Plantations in Lewes
The State Fire Marshal is investigating a fire Friday night that damaged a commercial building in Lewes. Lewes firefighters were called around 9pm to the Plantations Boulevard – and found smoke and fire coming from the Dave Marshall Tennis and Fitness Center. Multiple fire companies were called to provide assistance or backup. The investigation has…
Read MoreSearch Warrant At Dover Day Care Leads To Drug & Firearms Arrest
Two Dover residents have been arrested after a search warrant was executed Thursday at the Little Peoples LFCC 2 on Roosevelt Avenue in Dover. The Dover Police Drug, Vice and Organized Crime Unit conducted a drug investigation at the residence which is operated as a daycare. Police arrested 33 year old Cameron Christmas and 29…
Read MoreDNREC to Hold Managed Deer Hunt at Cape Henlopen State Park
Next Tuesday and Wednesday, January 16th and 17th DNREC will close a section of Cape Henlopen State Park to accommodate a managed deer hunt. This managed hunt is open to anyone with a valid Delaware hunting license and a Delaware State Parks hunting permit (https://destateparks.com/Adventures/Hunting). There will be two sessions each day and open stands…
Read MoreOcean View Police l
Ocean View Police are looking for two women wanted for burglary and theft. Police say in October and November of last year two Bear Trap Dunes homeowners reported that their homes were broken into and items – including TVs were taken. One of the suspects worked for a cleaning service and had keys to the…
Read MoreFormer Wilmington Councilman; Father of Congressman Lisa Blunt Rochester Died Thursday
Theodore Blunt was an educator and served 16 years on the Wilmington City Council and 8 years as the City Council President. He’s also the father of Congresswoman Lisa Blunt Rochester. Blunt died at his Wilmington home Thursday at the age of 80. Statement from the Blunt family: Today, the family of the Honorable Theodore…
Read MoreMarion Station Fire Thursday – Accidental
A fire Thursday evening in Marion Station has been ruled accidental by the Maryland State Fire Marshal’s office. Marion Station firefighters were called to Charles Cannon Road around 7pm where they found fire in a one story home with a detached garage. The fire was discovered by the occupants of the Somerset County home. Investigation…
Read MoreCaroline County Traffic Stop Leads to Drug Arrest
Caroline County Sheriff’s office was conducting traffic enforcement on Federalsburg Highway in Denton on January 3rd and stopped a vehicle that was speeding. After a brief pursuit, the driver, Camron Georgia of Grasonville, pulled over and surrendered to deputies. A K9 alerted during a scan of the vehicle and a search turned up two handguns…
Read More2023 Saw Fewer Deadly Crashes in Delaware
DelDOT officials report there were fewer fatal crashes on Delaware roads in 2023 than in 2022. There were 137 fatalities last year, compared to 164 in 2022 and the numbers are lower across the board – a 13% reduction in pedestrian fatalities, 29% reduction in bicycle deaths and a 32% reduction in motorcycle fatalities. While…
Read MoreSection of Lake Street in Salisbury Closed for Water Main Break
Salisbury officials report that a section of Lake Street is closed Friday to repair a water main break. The Department of Waterworks Utilities division will repair a water main on the 500 block of Lake Street. The roadway will be impassable from West Isabella Street to Mack Avenue – this includes all through traffic and…
Read MoreCustomers to See Power Cost Increase in Milford Next Month
Customers will see the new rate on City of Milford utility bills in February. This power cost increase is primarily due to a Delaware Municipal Electric Corporation (DEMEC) budget adjustment. The passthrough results in a 4.8 percent increase in electric bills for the average household and small business accounts in Milford. Commercial accounts in Milford…
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