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UPDATED: Milford Man Found Guilty for Attempted Murder in 2024
UPDATED – 06/15/26 – A Delaware Superior Court Jury has found 39 year old Derrick Legree of Milford, guilty on all charges for his role in an attempted murder that occurred on November of 2024. Attorney General Kathy Jennings says that Legree was convicted on Tuesday, May 12. Milford Police responded to Tull Way at…
Read MoreDNREC Helps Grow Delaware Quail Population Through Targeted Habitat Work
About 15 years ago northern bobwhite quail,which used to be prevalent in Delaware declined in number drastically – mainly due to pesticide use, development and increased predation. DNREC, with help from a University of Delaware study, has worked to increase quail numbers in the Cedar Swamp Wildlife Area along the Delaware River and Bay. Numbering…
Read MoreDelaware House Passes Legislation to Curb Vehicle Thefts
The House has unanimously passed bipartisan legislation that would help prevent vehicle theft in Delaware. Sponsored by Representative Frank Cooke and Senator Darius Brown, House Bill 351 would make it a crime to knowingly manufacture, sell, offer to sell, transfer, or possess a vehicle security circumvention device, or to aid or permit another to use…
Read MoreDelaware, Maryland Post Strong Academic Gains in New National Report
A new national Education Scorecard report shows Delaware ranking 4th in math recovery and 14th in reading recovery since 2022, with state officials citing strong academic gains and a sharp decline in chronic absenteeism. The report found absenteeism dropped from 24.7 percent in 2022 to 16.6 percent in 2025, and noted Seaford School District and…
Read MoreAAA: Little Relief for Drivers as National Gas Price Average Rises Again Following Brief Period of Declines
After five straight days of declines earlier this week, the national average is once again on its way back up. AAA reports that today’s national average is a couple cents lower than last week, but with crude oil prices hovering in the $100/barrel range, pump prices remain elevated. As Memorial Day approaches, drivers will be…
Read MoreDRBA Commission Adopts New 2026 Fare Schedule for Cape-May Lewes Ferry
The Delaware River and Bay Authority has approved a revised fare schedule for the Cape May-Lewes Ferry, effective June 1st. Changes include expanded free travel for children ages 6 to 13 from October through May, a new tiered “staircase pricing” model for vehicle bookings based on vessel capacity, and modest increases to some vehicle, shuttle,…
Read MoreMosquito Control Spray Announcement- Downstate Ground Adulticiding (fogging)
Weather permitting; the Delaware Mosquito Control Section plans insecticide application(s) during this evening, Thursday, May 14th. Truck-mounted spraying is scheduled in the Milford, Harrington, Houston, Ellendale, and Milton areas to control adult mosquitoes. All insecticides to be used are registered with the USEPA for mosquito control and will be applied according to USEPA approved label…
Read MoreFatal Pedestrian Crash Under Investigation in Pocomoke City
Authorities in Worcester County are investigating a crash involving a pedestrian that occurred Tuesday afternoon, May 12th on Ocean Highway in Pocomoke City. Shortly before 2 PM, Worcester County Emergency Services received a 911 call reporting the crash. Bystanders initiated life-saving measures until EMS personnel arrived on the scene. Despite continued resuscitation efforts by EMS,…
Read MoreNew DOC Publication Highlights Reentry and Rehab Programs
The Delaware Department of Correction has launched a new Rehabilitative Programs & Activities Directory, a printed resource outlining education, substance abuse treatment, job training, counseling, and other evidence-based programs available to incarcerated individuals across Delaware’s correctional system. Officials say the guide is designed to help families, community partners, and policymakers better understand rehabilitation efforts…
Read MoreSenators Coons, Cramer Introduce Bipartisan Bill Targeting Retirement Donation Barriers
U.S. Senators Chris Coons and Kevin Cramer (N.D.) have introduced the Charity Parity Act, a bipartisan bill that would allow taxpayers to make direct charitable donations from employer-sponsored retirement plans such as 401(k)s and 403(b)s. Currently, those tax-free qualified charitable distributions are only available through IRAs, requiring additional steps and fees for many donors. Supporters…
Read MoreDelaware State Police Arrest Two on Drug Offenses After Heroin Distribution Investigation in Dover
Delaware State Police arrested two men following a narcotics investigation Monday night, May 11th in Dover that led to the seizure of suspected heroin and additional drug evidence at a nearby residence. Police say 33-year-old Randall Harris of Dover and 63-year-old Gerald Brown of Harrington were taken into custody after an alleged drug transaction at…
Read MoreMore Than 200 Criminal Charges Filed in Dorchester County Animal Cruelty Case
The Dorchester County Sheriff’s Office says criminal charges have now been filed in an ongoing animal neglect investigation, following what officials describe as extensive work conducted behind the scenes in coordination with prosecutors and veterinary experts. Authorities say investigative and legal requirements limited what information could be publicly released earlier, but emphasized that the case…
Read MoreMaryland Health Officials Address Concerns About Hantavirus
Maryland health officials held a news conference today to discuss Maryland’s response to Hantavirus. The Maryland Department of Health is monitoring two Maryland residents who were on a flight that briefly included a M/V Hondius cruise ship passenger infected with hantavirus. Dr. Meg Sullivan Deputy Secretary, Public Health Services, Maryland Department of Health in her…
Read MoreWorcester County Secures State Grant for Newark Water System Modernization Project
Worcester County Government has secured a nearly $613,400 grant from the Maryland Department of the Environment to replace aging and potentially lead-containing water service lines in the Newark Service Area. County officials say the project will improve water quality, pressure, and reliability while upgrading infrastructure and strengthening protections against water contamination, pending final federal approval.…
Read MoreDNREC: Required Reservations for Five Most Popular Drive-on Surf Fishing Beaches Begin May 23rd
The Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control (DNREC) has announced that reservations will be required beginning Saturday, May 23rd, for five of the most popular drive-on surf fishing beaches for weekends and holidays from Memorial Day weekend to Labor Day. For the rest of DNREC’s surf fishing beaches, reservations will not be required in…
Read MoreDelaware State Police Seek Public’s Help Locating Man Wanted for Burglary, Other Charges
Delaware State Police Troop 4 in Georgetown is seeking assistance from the public in finding 21-year-old Jordan Morris. He is wanted for burglary, violation of probation, and capias warrants. Attempts to contact or locate Jordan have been unsuccessful. Information on Jordan Morris’s whereabouts can be provided by calling 9-1-1, DSP Troop 4 at 302-856-5850, by…
Read MoreWorcester County Sheriff’s Office Promotes New Hidden Disabilities Awareness Initiative
The Worcester County Sheriff’s Office is launching a Hidden Disabilities Awareness Initiative to support residents with non-apparent disabilities by offering free butterfly stickers and buttons designed to alert first responders that additional patience and understanding may be needed during interactions. The effort builds on Eric’s ID Law, which took effect in October 2025 and allows…
Read MoreDelaware House Advances Bill to Lower Bartending Age
A Delaware bill that would allow 18- to 20-year-olds to work as bartenders, aligning the state with many others, has passed the House. Specifically, this Act changes the minimum bartending age from 21 to 18. It also requires that any bartender aged 18, 19, or 20 be directly supervised by a person aged 21 or…
Read MoreNew Canopy Restrictions Begin Friday, May 15 in South Bethany
Beginning on Friday, May 15th, South Bethany will enact new restrictions on beach canopies. Canopies or other shade structures can be no larger than 8-feet by 8-feet – including Shibumi shades. Canopies may not be erected before 10am and any canopy left unattended will be removed.
Read MoreSummer Parking Season Arrives for Most Resort Towns on Friday, May 15th
Memorial Day weekend – the unofficial start of the summer – is fast approaching. While some resort towns have already begun paid parking – most every remaining beach town will put paid parking into effect on Friday, May 15th. That includes Rehoboth Beach, Dewey Beach, South Bethany, Bethany Beach and Fenwick Island. In Ocean City,…
Read MoreUnofficial School Board Election Results in Delmar & Milford
There were just two out of six School Districts in Sussex County that had contested school board elections on Tuesday. DELMAR There will be two new faces on the Delmar School Board. Delmar School District voters chose two new At-Large representatives from a field of three candidates. Neil Baker won the most votes with 244…
Read MoreUPDATED: Sussex County Council Approves 5 Grant Applications for Opioid Commission Grants
UPDATED – 05/12/26 – The Sussex County Council met Tuesday and heard from County Administrator Todd Lawson with an update on the Opioid Commission Grant Applications. Lawson says the County received 25 applications from organizations looking for a share of $479,641 in funding – which the County has prioritized to be used for treatment and…
Read MoreGov Meyer Announces Healthcare Legislation that Lowers Costs & Increases Access for Delawareans
Governor Matt Meyer has introduced two bills aimed a lowering healthcare costs and strengthening patient protections for Delawareans. This is part of a broader effort to make the state’s healthcare system more affordable, transparent and accountable. The Governor’s administration is addressing rising healthcare costs – Senate Bill 13 deals with hospital charity care and financial…
Read MoreLegislation Introduce That Would Provide Tax Relief for Overtime Workers
Legislation has been introduced in the Delaware General Assembly that would provide tax relief to Delawareans who work overtime to support their families and communities. Senate Bill 299 – sponsored by Senator Bryant Richardson and Representative Bryan Shupe – would establish a Delaware personal income credit of up to $15,000 on overtime income earned under…
Read MoreMD AG Brown Announces Indictment of Eastern Shore Family Members in Medicaid Fraud Scheme
An Anne Arundel County Grand Jury has returned indictments for 9 people who are alleged to have engaged in a coordinate scheme to defraud the Maryland Medicaid program. Maryland Attorney General Anthony Brown says all the defendants are related by either blood or marriage. The owner of Infinite Abilities, LLC, 49 year old Corie Davis…
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