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Sussex County Settles Reassessment Lawsuit – Reassessment to Begin Later this Year
Sussex County will settle with litigants in a years-long legal debate over real estate assessments used by Delaware’s counties to calculate annual tax bills, paving the way for a new valuation of all properties to occur in the county by mid-2024. County Council, at its weekly meeting Tuesday, April 13, 2021, voted to enter into…
Read MoreRescue Plan Brings $16-M To Del. For COVID Vax Efforts
Delaware’s COVID-19 vaccination program is getting a big boost through the American Rescue Plan Act. Members of Delaware’s Congressional Delegation visited Christiana Care Monday to detail how Delaware’s $16-million share of the package will support ongoing efforts to vaccinate more Delawareans. It helps to pay for supplies, testing and other expenses and functions with the…
Read MoreYoung Man Shot To Death In Dover
Dover Police are investigating the city’s first homicide of 2021. Police said 19-year-old Dazhmier Brooks was found shot and unresponsive Monday night in the 400-block of Sussex Avenue at about 9:16 p.m. Brooks later died at Bayhealth Kent General Hospital. Police are asking that anyone who can help with information related to the incident please…
Read MoreMd. Lawmakers Approve Sports Betting Plan On Final Day
Maryland lawmakers passed a flurry of bills at Sine Die Monday, the end of the General Assembly session. A framework for sports betting was approved, following voter approval in last year’s election of sports wagering. Overall, Governor Larry Hogan said he was pleased with the session, which included passage of his COVID-19 relief package. He…
Read MoreDriver Dies In Pickup Truck Crash
A pick-up truck crash in the Seaford area has left one person dead. Delaware State Police said the vehicle ran off Lonesome Road after going through a stop sign at Woodland Road Monday afternoon.The vehicle crashed into a pole and a tree. The driver was 49 year old and resided in Seaford. Police also said…
Read MoreDSP Seeing Increase in Identity Theft Cases Related to Unemployment Fraud Claims
Delaware State Police has seen an increase across the state in identity theft cases related to unemployment fraud claims and want to warn Delaware citizens about the new trend to avoid becoming a victim. As a result of COVID-19, government-assisted programs and citizens in need of employment opportunities have increased. The number of unemployment claims…
Read MoreSussex County Council Meets Tuesday – at Delaware Tech Beginning at 9am
Tuesday’s Sussex County Council meeting will be held at Delaware Tech’s Carter Partnership Building – but will begin at 9am so that the County Council can get some regular county business out of the way, although at the Council’s January 12th meeting, County Administrator Todd Lawson said no regular county business would be done at…
Read MoreSuperior Court Approves Mountaire Wastewater Settlement
The Delaware Superior Court approved a comprehensive $65 million settlement agreement today between Mountaire and a group of neighbors to resolve all remaining issues related to the 2017 upset that occurred at its wastewater treatment plant in Millsboro. Attorneys in the case reached the agreement last December, but it wasn’t final until the court approved.…
Read MoreWorcester Co. Sets May 3rd To Fully Reopen Gov’t Facilities
Worcester County plans to fully reopen government offices and facilities to the public Monday, May 3rd. Visitors will be required to wear masks and keep social distance, and will be screened when entering a county facility. Citizens will also be permitted to continue using document drop-boxes at the Government Center and at the Isle of…
Read MoreArson Suspected In Milford House Fire
A Milford house fire was deliberately set, according to the Delaware State Fire Marshal’s Office. Sunday afternoon’s blaze broke out in the 500-block of Seabury Avenue near South Walnut Street. Members of the Carlisle Fire Company encountered smoke pouring from the home when they arrived. No one was located inside, and no injuries were reported.…
Read MoreMystery Crash: No One Found Near Accident Scene
A crash on Shortly Road in Georgetown is raising questions. According to the Georgetown Fire Company, a vehicle landed on its side in the 26,700-block of Shortly Road Sunday night. However, no occupants were found inside and no one was located nearby. Members of Georgetown EMS and Sussex County EMS responded. The incident is still…
Read MoreUPDATE: Body of Erik Mezick Found in NC After Truck Falls Into Water From CBBT In Va.
UPDATED – 04/10/21 – The body of 47 year old Erik Mezick of Fruitland has been found – in North Carolina. Mezick’s Cloverland Dairy truck went off the Chesapeake Bay Bridge Tunnel roadway on December 29th. Witnesses saw Mezick get out of the truck into the water but he was not seen after that. The…
Read MoreWicomico County High Schools to Graduate at Perdue Stadium
With the final marking term of the 2020-2021 school year underway, graduation is starting tofeel very close for the Class of 2021. Wicomico County Public Schools is pleased to announcethat commencement ceremonies for the Class of 2021 for all four high schools will be held atArthur W. Perdue Stadium (Shorebirds Stadium) in June. Though events…
Read MoreThe Delaware General Assembly has been Served
A lawsuit was filed Friday morning in Wilmington – in the US District Court for the District of Delaware, which is Federal Court, to bring an end to the Delaware General Assembly’s virtual meetings which have been going on since the last session, and return to in-person meetings at Legislative Hall in Dover. Attorney Julianne…
Read MoreGovernor John Carney Makes Judicial Nominations, Including First Woman Nominee for Chancellor of DE Court of Chancery
Governor John Carney on Friday announced a series of judicial nominations, which will be sent to the Delaware Senate for consideration: Vice Chancellor Kathaleen McCormick will be nominated as Chancellor of the Delaware Court of Chancery. McCormick would be the first woman to serve as Chancellor and would replace Chancellor Andre Bouchard, who is retiring. McCormick…
Read MoreDNREC Special Voucher Distribution for Additional Surf Fishing Permits on Wed, April 14
In response to the eighth modification to the COVID-19 emergency order, issued by Gov. John Carney on March 29, the Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control will issue up to 1,000 additional one-year surf fishing permits for 2021, with a special voucher distribution Wednesday, April 14. Those who wish to purchase one of…
Read MoreTwo Charged after Shots Fired in Laurel
Laurel Police were called to the area of Daniel and Wilson Street Wednesday for a fight with possible shots fired. Police arriving at the scene found no fight and no eyewitnesses, however a black male, identified as Antoine Deshields of Salisbury, was found with a gun shot wound. Police went into two apartments at Carvel…
Read MoreSussex Co. Men Indicted On US Capitol Charges
A man who was photographed carrying a Confederate battle flag inside the U.S Capitol January 6th has been indicted – along with his son – on several charges. A grand jury has indicted Kevin Seefried of Laurel for five counts that include entering restricted property and disorderly conduct. Hunter Seefried faces those charges as well…
Read MoreRescued Seal Pup Returns To The Ocean
Eloise, a grey seal pup rescued at Cape Henlopen, has been released back into the ocean at Assateague State Park. The seal was rehabilitated at the National Aquarium Animal Care and Rescue Center over 42 days. She was found to be malnourished and with a few cuts on her neck. Eliose was trained how to…
Read MoreHogan Vetoes Bill to Block Life Sentences For Juveniles
Maryland Governor Larry Hogan has vetoed legislation that would have prohibited a court from sentencing a juvenile convicted as an adult to life without parole. Hogan said in his veto message Thursday that while he is a believer in second chances, the legislation relates to juveniles who have been convicted of serious crimes including murder,…
Read More2 Charged In Wicomico Co. Murder; 3rd Suspect Sought
Two suspects are in custody and one is being sought in connection with a fatal shooting in Salisbury. Maryland State Police said Thursday that 28-year-old Gerald Nash of Caroline County was found shot late Wednesday morning in the 600-block of Hill Street. Nash was pronounced dead at a hospital. 25-year-old Leslie Teo and 27-year-old Drequan…
Read MoreFreeman Arts Pavilion Plans A Busy Summer
The Freeman Arts Pavilion in Selbyville has unveiled a slate of summer performances, after dramatically scaling down its entertainment schedule in 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The venue will feature the likes of Train, Tower of Power, Earth, Wind and Fire, Melissa Etheridge, Lynyrd Skynyrd, Indigo Girls, Jake Owen, Clint Black and more. A…
Read MoreDewey Beach Considers Reservation Process For Bayside Amenities
Dewey Beach officials are considering a reservation procedure for use of the bayside beach, beach walk and separately the gazebo, which have become popular gathering spots, especially at sunset. Time blocks could be set aside. Whether town property owners get priority, the frequency of special permits and other questions are still to be determined. Town…
Read MoreUpdate: Victim Of Fatal ATV Accident Identified
A teenage girl who died in an ATV accident in the Lewes area has been identified as a Cape Henlopen High School student. Delaware State Police said Thursday that 16-year-old Margaret Browne of Rehoboth Beach died at the scene of Tuesday evening’s crash off Robinsville Road. Two other girls were still hospitalized in stable condition,…
Read MoreMore Aid Goes To Md. Schools To Serve At-Risk Kids
Some Maryland schools are eligible for more grant support as they continue to address challenges presented by the COVID-19 pandemic. Governor Larry Hogan and the State Department of Education said Wednesday that ten programs will receive grants of $1-million dollars to help them meet the needs of at-risk students. The funding comes from the federal…
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