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Snow Hill Developing New Bikeway
The Town of Snow Hill is partnering with Toole Design Group to develop a new bikeway connecting key destinations in the community. As part of the planning process, Snow Hill is seeking community input on bicycling in the Town and on the proposed bicycle route. All residents and visitors are encouraged to share their thoughts…
Read MoreMaryland Joins Multistate Coalition in Fight to End Facebook’s Illegal Monopoly
Maryland Attorney General Brian E. Frosh today joined a bipartisan coalition of 48 attorneys general in continuing to fight to end Facebook’s illegal efforts to stifle competition and protect its monopoly power. Today, the coalition filed an appeal brief arguing that the district court’s ruling dismissing the states’ case was in error. The coalition argues that the…
Read MoreGov Carney Signs Revision to Covid-19 Emergency Order on Masks for Professional & NCAA Athletes
Governor John Carney on Friday signed a revision to the COVID-19 emergency order, allowing the Division of Public Health (DPH) to approve alternative mitigation measures in place of the mask mandate for professional and NCAA athletes. COVID-19 mitigation plans, including the alternative mitigation measures, must be submitted to hspcontact@delaware.gov. Fans, staff, and other attendees of indoor…
Read MoreGov Hogan Announces Enhanced Benefits for Utility & Electric Assistance to Address Rise in Heating Costs
Governor Larry Hogan today announced that, to address the rise in heating costs, recipients of the state’s utility and electric assistance will receive enhanced benefits during this home heating season. The state is also increasing funding for weatherization assistance programs to improve energy conservation. “The relief we are announcing today will help our most vulnerable…
Read MoreWicomico Co. Community Invited To Weigh In On Search For New Schools Superintendent
Wicomico County Public Schools are turning to the community for assistance as the school system searches for a new superintendent. An online stakeholder input survey will be available for staff, students, families and the general public to weigh in on the important qualities of a new superintendent as well as challenges the new superintendent may…
Read MoreOcean City Engineer Terry McGean To Become City Manager
Ocean City makes it official: the city engineer for the past three decades will become the new City Manager. Terry McGean has been selected by City Council to replace Doug Miller when Miller steps down. McGean is being credited for bringing various projects to fruition over the years including beach replenishment, multiple expansions of the…
Read MoreHarrington Police Chief Norman Barlow Announces Retirement
The Police Chief of Harrington, Norman Barlow, plans to retire after a 28-year career with the department. Barlow worked himself up the ranks over the years, and became Chief of Police in 2009. The department credited Barlow with being instrumental in acquiring numerous grants for equipment and other technology upgrades for police. The Chief Norman…
Read MoreStaying Safe On The Job In Frigid Conditions: Guidance From OSHA
Even when temperatures drop well below freezing, some jobs still have to get done. Employers have a responsibility to keep their workers safe, according to the U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration. OSHA Baltimore – Washington Office Director Nadira Janack said it’s important that workers be trained in how to recognize signs of cold stress,…
Read MoreDel., Md. Share In $1.85-Billion Student Loan Settlement
A settlement with one of the nation’s largest student loan servicers is expected to result in payments going directly to borrowers in many states, including Delaware and Maryland. Navient has reached a settlement in a case that involved allegations of widespread unfair, deceptive and predatory practices. The settlement totals $1.85-billion. Attorney General Kathy Jennings said…
Read MoreVIDEO | Md. Expands Testing, Mask Distribution, Nursing Home Protection Measures
Maryland is taking new action to protect residents and staff at nursing homes and minimize the risk of exposure to COVID-19. The state plans to open five more hospital-based testing sites by the end of next week, including at UM Shore Regional Health in Talbot County and at TidalHealth in Wicomico County. And, according to…
Read MoreGreenwood Municipal Election on Saturday
Greenwood voters will go to the polls on Saturday to elect three members to the Town Council. There are seven candidates running. Incumbents Norman Reed, Willard Russell and Donald Torbert are challenged by Lavonn Johnson, Anthony Massey, Michael Phillips and Lisa Workman. The polls will be open at Greenwood Town Hall from 1 to 7pm.
Read MoreDEC Will Buy More Solar
Delaware Electric Cooperative plans to buy solar power from facilities that are being built in Sussex and Kent Counties that are slated to be completed by the end of 2024. According to DEC, a solar farm near completion in Hartly will provide power to hundreds of homes in Kent County. Pennsylvania-based Tangent Energy is building…
Read MoreNew COVID-19 Tests, Testing Opportunities Available On Eastern Shore
The Health Departments of Somerset, Wicomico and Worcester Counties are making COVID-19 tests available by appointment, and will make at-home test kits available through local libraries. Supplies, however, are limited. Health officials released this schedule Thursday: Worcester County Health (Appointments necessary, please call 410-632-1100 to register) 10 am to 12 pm, weekly on Wednesdays at…
Read MoreAnother Recreational Marijuana Bill Introduced In Del. General Assembly
A revised bill to allow recreational use of cannabis by adults in Delaware has been reintroduced into the General Assembly. According to its supporters, the measure (HB 305) has some bipartisan-backed amendments that were introduced days before the previous bill stalled out last June. The Delaware Cannabis Advocacy Network Thursday said it was the best…
Read MoreUPDATE: Food Bank of Del. Schedules More Mobile Pantries
Announcement from the Food Bank of Delaware: Due to the weather forecast for Sunday into Monday, Monday’s food distribution at Crossroad Community Church in Georgetown has been rescheduled. The distribution will now be held on Monday, January 24 starting at 10 a.m. We apologize for any inconvenience. If you are in need of more immediate…
Read MoreDel. Lawmakers Consider Constitutional Carry Proposal
A Delaware legislative committee has heard testimony on a proposal to eliminate the requirement of a concealed carry permit for someone 21 years of age or older and not prohibited from having a firearm. State Senator David Lawson, R-Marydel said 20 states have similar provisions, which he says help law-abiding citizens carry a firearm for…
Read MoreDel. Senate Confirms New Secretaries Of Education, Human Resources
Delaware has a new state Secretary of Education and a new Secretary of Human Resources. The State Senate Wednesday confirmed Mark Holodick to join Governor John Carney’s cabinet. Holodick replaces Dr. Susan Bunting, who had been Education Secretary since Carney took office five years ago. Bunting is former Superintendent of the Indian River School District.…
Read MoreDel. Hospitals Implement Changes To Cope With Rising COVID-19 Cases
Beebe Healthcare is postponing non-emergent procedures effective today (Thursday, January 13th). President and CEO Dr. David Tam said “right now, it’s more difficult than ever to deliver healthcare.” Beebe has not yet adopted Crisis Standards of Care, which is another step already taken by Bayhealth and TidalHealth Nanticoke to allocate resources. Full statements from Beebe,…
Read MoreMd. Gov. Hogan Delivers Proposed District Maps To General Assembly
On the first day of the 90-day Maryland General Assembly session, Governor Larry Hogan Wednesday dropped off a set of proposed legislative district maps produced by the Maryland Citizens Redistricting Commission. “These fair maps call for districts that are geographically compact, that do not take into account how citizens are registered to vote, how they…
Read MoreIRSD Highlights State Incentive As It Searches For Substitute Teachers
The Indian River School District is inviting recent state retirees to serve as substitute teachers. Under the State of Emergency recently revised by Governor John Carney, state employees who have recently retired may accept positions as substitute teachers after one-month separation of state service. Previously, a six-month waiting period was required. To address the current…
Read More1 Dead In Fruitland Crash, Vehicle Fire
Maryland State Police are investigating a deadly crash Tuesday afternoon. At about 2:35 p.m., troopers from the Salisbury Barrack responded to the area of Route 13 northbound – bypass in the area of the St. Luke’s Road interchange for a reported collision involving a fire. Troopers discovered a vehicle off the roadway that appeared to…
Read MoreFire Causes $150,000 Damage To Home In Delmar
A home in the 14,000-block of Line Road in Delmar was heavily damaged by a fire Wednesday morning. According to the Delaware State Fire Marshal’s Office, members of the Delmar Fire Department were met by smoke and flames coming from the single-family home when they arrived shortly after 8:00 a.m. One occupant got out safely…
Read MoreMaryland Lawmakers Head Into 2022 Session
The Maryland General Assembly begins its 2022 90-day session Wednesday in Annapolis. “There is a lot of work to do getting our bills ready, starting to build consensus and getting signatures for cosponsors and so forth,” Delegate Wayne Hartman, R-Dist. 38C said to WGMD’s Mike Bradley on the day before the start of the session.…
Read MoreVIDEO | Md. Gov. Hogan Proposes $4.6-Billion In Tax Relief, Business Incentives
Heading into his final year in office, Maryland Governor Larry Hogan is proposing a total of $4.6-billion in tax relief for families, retirees and small businesses. One measure would eliminate 100% of state retirement taxes, phased in over time but starting in 2022. Hogan is also proposing expansion of the More Jobs for Marylanders program,…
Read MoreRehoboth Beach Invites Public Comment On Comprehensive Development Plan
Rehoboth Beach is inviting comments through this Thursday January 13th on a Comprehensive Development Draft Plan. (re-sharing an earlier story from December) The city began the process of updating the 2010 Comprehensive Development Plan in 2018. Disruptions such as the COVID-19 pandemic have delayed the project. The Comprehensive Development Plan outlines goals and policies regarding…
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