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Habitat for Humanity of Wicomico County Selected for 2023 Thome Aging Well Grant
Efforts continue in Wicomico County to serve the growing population of older adults who want to age in their homes. Habitat for Humanity of Wicomico County has been awarded a 2023 Thome Aging Well grant. Funded by the Edward N. and Della L. Thome Memorial Foundation, Bank of America trustee, the program awarded $6 million in grants…
Read MoreVehicle Fire in Salisbury Ruled Accidental
A vehicle fire that occurred on Delaware Avenue in Salisbury yesterday evening has been ruled accidental, according to the State Fire Marshal’s Office. The fire originated in the engine compartment and caused an estimated $5,000 in damage. No one was injured.
Read MoreDelDOT Traffic Alert: Road Closure Next Week in Dagsboro Area
Raspberry Road between Blueberry Road and Nine Foot Road will be closed beginning Wednesday, October 11th and continuing through Friday, October 20th (weather permitting) for the installation of a crossroad pipe. Detour Information: Motorists who want to travel North on Raspberry Road will continue West on Blueberry Road to SR26, Nine Foot Road –making a right-hand turn back to…
Read MoreCity of Salisbury Amends Plastic Bag Ban to Exclude Some Purchases From Alternative Bag Charge
Some purchases will be excluded from the mandatory $0.10 fee charged for each alternative bag, such as a paper bag, distributed at check out–thanks to the City of Salisbury’s amendment to the Comprehensive Plastic Bag Reduction Ordinance (No. 2827), or the Shop Green SBY Initiative. City officials have listened to local businesses — some of…
Read MoreSenator Chris Coons Chairs Judiciary IP Subcommittee Hearing on Protecting Families and Shoppers From Counterfeit Goods Sold Online
A hearing entitled “Back to School with the SHOP SAFE Act: Protecting Our Families from Unsafe Online Counterfeits,” explored legislation that would combat counterfeit goods sold on e-commerce platforms and protect shoppers and consumers. U.S. Senator and Chair of the Senate Judiciary Subcommittee on Intellectual Property Chris Coons chaired the hearing yesterday to highlight the rise…
Read MoreLegislation in Delaware Signed by Governor John Carney Addresses Secondhand Smoke Within Vehicles
A law, which is now in effect following Governor John Carney’s recent signature, adds smoking restrictions within vehicles if a person under the age of 18 is in the vehicle. Also, it makes clear that a police officer will not stop or detain a car solely on suspicion of having violated this Statute. The legislation…
Read MoreNationwide Alert Test This Afternoon
A nationwide emergency alert test will be sent to all TVs, radios, and cell phones today -Wednesday, October 4th at 2:20 p.m. ET. The nationwide test of the Integrated Public Alert and Warning System (IPAWS)Â conducted by FEMA and the FCC will affect all major wireless carriers that participate in Wireless Emergency Alerts, which will transmit…
Read MoreDelaware Supreme Court Re-launches the Commission on Law and Technology
The Delaware Supreme Court, through liaison Justice Karen L. Valihura, has revived, reinvigorated, and redirected the Delaware Commission on Law and Technology. The Delaware Supreme Court’s Order at the start of this year’s Fall season reestablishes and focuses the Commission’s mission to address developing technology and to identify critical technological needs and gaps. Recent developments,…
Read MoreCity of Salisbury Introduces Innovative App to Ensure “You Never Have to Worry About Parking Again”
The City of Salisbury has introduced Flowbird, which City officials say is designed to make your life easier by offering seamless, stress-free parking solutions. The new app will benefit residents, visitors, and commuters. As they prepare for the full launch in November, you’ll start to notice Flowbird signage springing up around Salisbury. Additional Information from…
Read MoreUPDATED: DSP Arrest Magnolia Teen in Murder of Hurlock, MD Man
UPDATED – 10/03/23 – A Hurlock, Maryland teen has been arrested for murder. Delaware State Police arrested 17 year old Shakur Bowen in connection with the murder of 41 year old David Thomas. Police say on September 22, Thomas visited family in Kent County and borrowed a car from a family member, but failed to…
Read MoreSeaford PD Investigating Shots Fired on Conwell Street
Seaford Police were called to Conwell Street – between Spruce and 3rd Streets for shots fired just after 8pm on Monday. Witnesses told police that an unknown male was firing at another group of people, then left the area in a white vehicle. Police say there were no injuries and several shell casings and other…
Read MoreRibbon-Cutting Ceremony Marks Symbolic New Beginning at the New Howard T. Ennis School
Today’s ribbon cutting ceremony at the new Howard T. Ennis School on Patriots Way in the Millsboro-Georgetown area marked a symbolic new beginning, as Principal Melissa Kansak said in her opening comments… She adds this charge began with a conversation between staff and former Principal, Kristina Perfetti who passed away in 2021. Together they led…
Read MoreUPDATED: Hunter Biden Pleads Not Guilt in Court in Wilmington this Morning
UPDATED – 10-03-23 – 2pm – As expected, Hunter Biden entered a not guilty plea to three federal gun charges at the US District Court for the District of Delaware in Wilmington this morning. FOX News reports that Biden appeared in person after being charged with making a false statement during the purchase of a…
Read MoreUPDATED: GoFundMe Set up for Man Struck on Coastal Highway in Dewey Beach Saturday
UPDATED – 10/03/23 – The investigation in to a crash last Saturday on Coastal Highway at Rodney Avenue remains under investigation by Dewey Beach Police. They say a Honda Accord, driven by a 38 year old man was the only vehicle involved in the crash and failed to stop at the marked crosswalk – striking…
Read MoreUPDATED: Suspect in Shooting at Hollybrook Apartments in Laurel in Custody
UPDATED – 10/03/23 – Laurel Police say the suspect in a shooting at the Hollybrook Apartments on September 27th turned himself in to police on Monday. Police say 25 year old James Surratt of Laurel is charged with weapons offenses, 1st and 3rd degree assault and 2 counts of reckless endangering. He is being held…
Read MoreChoptank Board to Vote on Rate Changes in November
Choptank Electric Cooperative Board of Directors will vote on proposed rate charges that will affect all rate classes at their next meeting on November 15th. Choptank has worked to control expenses associated with the distribution of electricity to members of the past five years but now distribution rates must be adjusted. However the increase in…
Read MoreOcean City, MD to be Designated Special Event Zone Again This Week
With thousands of car enthusiasts in the resort community , Ocean City will be designated a Special Event Zone beginning Tuesday, October 3rd through Sunday, October 8th during the Endless Summer Cruisin’ event. The Special Event Zone reduces established speed limits in the zone and increases fines for violations. Legislation signed in 2020 allows for…
Read MoreWicomico County’s Pirate’s Wharf Park to Open Wednesday
Wednesday residents in the Quantico area near Salisbury can check out the new Pirate’s Wharf Park. Beginning at 9am, visitors can explore the playground, pavilion and a portion of the trails – the property is still under development, so some parts of the park remain closed. County officials expect the remaining trails and the installation…
Read MoreMillsboro Man Charged with 7th Offense DUI
Delaware State Police have arrested a Millsboro man after a traffic stop Sunday just before 10pm in Rehoboth Beach. Police spotted a vehicle swerving between the right and middle lanes and then abruptly turn onto Old Landing Road without a turn signal. Police stopped the vehicle and identified the driver as 61 year old Roy…
Read MoreCamden Women Arrested after Traffic Stop in Dover
A Camden woman was arrested early Sunday after a traffic stop by Delaware State Police around 4am. A trooper on patrol spotted a Range Rover with no license plate and no right rear wheel northbound on South DuPont Highway in Dover. The trooper saw the vehicle leave the left edge of the roadway and drive…
Read MoreDPH Warns of Potential Increase in Illicit Drug Use Amid Prescription Stimulants Shortage
Delaware Public Health officials are warning of the possible increase in illicit drug use amid a shortage of prescription stimulants. The shortage is attribute to supply chain disruptions in the fall of 2022 as well as increased prescribing and dispensing of prescription stimulants which has left many struggling to access the medications they need. Officials…
Read MoreMDOT Brings Statewide Investment Tour To Caroline, Somerset & Dorchester Counties Tuesday
Maryland Department of Transportation officials will meet Tuesday with Caroline, Somerset and Dorchester County officials to discuss the agency’s draft FY 2024-2029 Consolidated Transportation Program. The C-T-P details a $21.2-billion, six-year capital budget investment in Maryland’s transportation network and MDOT officials will discuss each County’s transportation priorities. After gathering input from local jurisdictions, the Draft…
Read MoreMSP Make Arrest in Early Morning Somerset County Murder
Maryland State Police have arrested a man in connection with the shooting of a women in Somerset County. Police from the Princess Anne Barrack were called to Hudson Corner Road in Marion Station around 3am Sunday for a report of a woman who was shot. State troops and officers from Crisfield Police arrived and spotted…
Read MoreWoman Visiting Ocean City Drowns after Swimming in the Ocean Alone
A woman is dead after going for a swim in the ocean in the area of 70th Street in Ocean City Saturday afternoon. Police say she was with friends, but decided to go into the ocean alone. Her friends said she drifted south a few blocks – when they realized they couldn’t see her and…
Read MoreUPDATED: Easton PD Arrest 2 in Early Morning Homicide
UPDATED: 8:50pm – With help from Cambridge Police, Detectives from the Easton Police Department have arrested two people in connection with a shooting death early Saturday morning in the area of the Sidetracked Saloon on North East Avenue. Police arrested 34 year old Kevron Chase of Cambridge and Chadnee Harris of Hurlock. Chase is charged…
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