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Easton Family Displaced after Attic Fire Thursday Morning
A family is Easton has been displaced after fire heavily damaged a Hawkes Hill Road home Thursday morning. The occupant returned to the home and saw smoke and fire coming from the home and called 9-1-1. Easton firefighters arrived at the scene and two-story single family home with smoke showing. Firefighters say it took nearly…
Read MoreUPDATED: JM Bennett Teacher on Administrative Leave for Failure to Comply with MD Mandatory Child Abuse Reporting Requirements
A teacher at James M. Bennett High School has been placed on administrative leave and is not currently working in Wicomico County Public Schools. Officials report that Ann Schuchart failed to comply with mandatory child abuse reporting requirements under Maryland law. The alleged occurrences of unreported child abuse took place outside the school setting, unrelated…
Read MoreUPDATED: Driving North? New Electronic Speed Safety Area on NB I-95 Starts Assessing Fines Sat, May 23
UPDATED – 05/22/26 – If you’re driving in New Castle County – a warning! The warning period for an Electronic Speed camera that has been in place on northbound I-95 in the Churchmans Marsh work zone is active beginning Saturday, May 23rd – with fines being assessed. Fines are $20 and an additional amount added…
Read MoreDNREC Debuts New Larger Pool at Killens Pond Waterpark
The new main pool at the Killens Park Waterpark in Felton opens Saturday, May 23! The new pool is larger and has more features for visitors. There is better visibility for lifeguards – and the pool has more efficient filtration. Swimmers will find two spray features and a series of lily pads and is open…
Read MoreDE & MD Receiving BEACH Act Grant Funding for Water Quality Monitoring from EPA
The EPA has announced $944,000 in grant funding to monitor water quality at beaches for Delaware, Maryland, Pennsylvania and Virginia. The monitoring also includes public notification of elevated levels of bacteria that makes swimming unsafe. The funding comes from the Beaches Environmental Assessment and coastal Health (BEACH) Act. Delaware will receive $209,000 and Maryland will…
Read MoreUnemployment in DE & Sussex County Lower in April
Unemployment in April fell a tenth of a percent from 5.4% in March to 5.3% in April while the national level remained the same at 4.3%. In Sussex County unemployment fell from 5.3% in March to 4.9% in April. The Department of Labor shows there were 27,100 unemployed Delawareans in April 2026 compared to 22,900…
Read MoreUPDATED: DSP Identify Victim in Early Wednesday Morning Fatal Motorcycle Crash
UPDATED – 05/22/26 – Delaware State Police has identified 56-year-old Robert Riden of Frankford as the man who died in a fatal motorcycle crash on Lighthouse Road in Selbyville on Wednesday ============================================================================= ORIGINAL STORY – 05/20/26 – A Frankford man is dead after motorcycle crash on Route 54 east of Selbyville. Delaware State Police were…
Read MoreSussex County DUI Checkpoint Friday Postponed
The Delaware Office of Highway Safety and law enforcement across Delaware have postponed a DUI checkpoint originally scheduled for tonight in Sussex County because of the expected inclement weather. This is for the safety of both law enforcement officers and motorists – however this DUI checkpoint will be rescheduled.
Read MoreSalisbury City Offices Closed on Monday, May 25 for Memorial Day
The City of Salisbury offices will be closed on Monday, May 25, 2026, in observance of Memorial Day. Trash collection scheduled for Monday will take place on Tuesday, May 26. The City Council meeting will be held on Tuesday, May 26, instead of Monday, May 25, due to the holiday.
Read MoreDART Services – Memorial Day / Sussex County Beach Bus & Route 305 Will Operate
DART will offer bus service in New Castle County on Routes 2, 4, 5, 6, 9, 13, 15, 33, 40, 64; all routes will operate a Sunday schedule. Paratransit service will operate complimentary ADA-only service. In Sussex County, the Beach Bus services and Route 305 will operate on Memorial Day, with Paratransit operating complimentary ADA-only service. All other DART…
Read MoreMemorial Day Weekend Gas Prices Reach Four-Year Highs
As holiday travelers start hitting the road today in record numbers, Memorial Day weekend gas prices are the highest they’ve been in four years. AAA reports that the national average for a gallon of regular is at $4.56, up 3 cents over last week and $1.38 higher than this time last year. Current prices are…
Read MoreWoman Sentenced Following Large-Scale Animal Cruelty Investigation in Worcester County
A Worcester County Sheriff’s Office investigation that began with the seizure of 57 dogs and 9 cats from a Snow Hill home in June 2025 has resulted in a conviction. Authorities said the animals were found in overcrowded, unsanitary conditions and many suffered from serious medical issues. On May 21st, 2026, Patricia Gadaleta was found…
Read MoreAdministrative Changes Announced at Worcester County Board of Education Meeting
The Worcester County Public Schools Board of Education announced several school leadership appointments and transfers during today’s meeting, with all changes taking effect July 1st, 2026. The moves include new and returning assistant principals, as well as administrative transfers across multiple schools in the district, as officials say the changes are aimed at strengthening school…
Read MoreLegislation Crafted in Delaware to Allow Voters to Approve Constitutional Amendments
Delaware voters would have the opportunity to directly vote on proposed amendments to the state’s constitution under new legislation filed on Thursday. House Bill 440, sponsored by Representative Kerri Evelyn Harris and Senator Kyra Hoffner, is the first leg of an amendment to the Delaware Constitution that would create a framework for the General Assembly…
Read MoreGovernor Meyer Announces the Launch of a Federal Misconduct Reporting Form to Support Immigrant Communities
The Delaware Office of New Americans, in partnership with the Delaware Department of Justice and the Governor’s Office, has launched a new Federal Misconduct Reporting Form intended to allow residents to document and report concerns involving interactions with federal immigration enforcement and other federal authorities. State officials say the online tool is designed to improve…
Read MoreRichardson Maritime Museum Awarded $380,000 in State Funding to Support Purchase of Historic Campus
The Richardson Maritime Museum in Cambridge has been awarded $380,000 in state funding through Maryland’s 2026 legislative session to help purchase its historic campus on Hayward Street. Museum leaders say the funding marks a major step toward securing permanent ownership of the property and advancing long-term goals for maritime preservation, education, and community programming in…
Read MorePrimary Election Party Change Deadline is Friday, May 29th
The Delaware Department of Elections (DOE) has announced that the party change deadline for the September 15th, 2026 Primary Election is Friday, May 29th, at 11:59 p.m., pursuant to Delaware law, (15 Del. C. § 2049(a)). Election officials say Delaware is a Closed Primary State, meaning that voters must be registered with the Democratic or Republican party in…
Read MoreSpring Stopover Puts Delaware at Center of Annual Shorebird Migration Phenomenon
Each May, thousands of migratory shorebirds stop along Delaware Bay to feed on horseshoe crab eggs before continuing to their Arctic breeding grounds, making the Delaware Bayshore a key stop in their journey. As more of the birds join in the migratory spectacle over the next two weeks on the Delaware Bayshore, and with species…
Read MoreDOJ Obtains Lengthy Sentence in 2024 Domestic Violence Case
A Millsboro man has been sentenced to 25 years in prison followed by4 ½ years of probation for his role in a brutal assault that occurred in August of 2024. The sentencing on May 7th follows Jeremy Powell’s convictions on charges of Assault First Degree, Possession of a Deadly Weapon During the Commission of a…
Read MoreLegislation Introduced in Delaware Seeks to Expand Coverage for Menopause and Perimenopause Care
Legislation introduced in Delaware by Senator Nicole Poore and Representative Kamela Smith seeks to expand access for comprehensive menopause and perimenopause care across the state. Senate Bill 319 recognizes menopause as a common health condition, but one that should be taken more seriously by medical providers and insurers alike. SB 319 requires health insurance plans…
Read MoreFire Damages Home in Rehoboth Beach Yacht and Country Club
A large fire that occurred on Blackpool Road in the Rehoboth Beach Yacht and Country Club late last night–Wednesday May 20th, is under investigation. Firefighters arrived on the scene at about 10:45. Fire was observed on the outside extending into the first and second floor that quickly spread into the large open concept home. A…
Read MoreOld West Vine Street in Area of TidalHealth Observation Expansion Project to Close Thursday & Friday
The City of Salisbury announces a temporary roadway closure on Old West Vine Street related to the TidalHealth Observation Expansion project. Beginning Thursday, May 21, 2026, through Friday, May 22, 2026, all lanes on Old West Vine Street will be closed to allow crews to complete a repaving overlay and line striping operation spanning approximately 130…
Read MoreEPA Announces Over $10 Million for Delaware to Address PFAS in Drinking Water
Over $10.1-million in grant funding through the EPA to address PFAS and emerging contaminants in Delaware Communities that need it most has been announced. This funding is now available for communities, drinking water systems and private well owners to help with testing, planning and infrastructure projects addressing PFAS and other emerging contaminants – included on…
Read MoreMemorial Day Travel Increases Begin Thursday
Thousands of our neighbors and friends will be traveling over the Memorial Day weekend. AAA predicts nearly 130,000 Delawareans will travel 50 miles or more from Thursday through Monday for the unofficial start of the summer season. This is a 0.3% increase over 2025 – and a projected record breaker! There are some road closures…
Read MoreLegislation Passed in State House to Prohibit Use of Reverse-Keyword Warrants
Legislation passed along party lines in the State House would prohibit the use of reverse keyword warrants in Delaware. These types of warrants allow law enforcement to obtain information from search engine providers and other applications about individuals based solely on internet searches or digital activity. House Substitute 1 for House Bill 145 will prohibit…
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