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La Quetzalteca restaurant in Georgetown closed for roaches, rodent droppings, and other food safety hazards
La Quetzalteca restaurant in Georgetown has been closed for gross unsanitary conditions following a complaint that led to the discovery of roaches, large rodent droppings, and numerous food safety hazards. Following a complaint, inspectors with the Delaware Division of Public Health’s Office of Food Protection ordered the immediate closure of the restaurant last week after…
Read MoreMountaire Farms first in the nation to become One Health Certified
Mountaire Farms has become the first chicken company in the United States to become approved in One Health Certified™, a new comprehensive animal care program that is verified by the U.S. Department of Agriculture. One Health Certified™ focuses on five core areas of animal production: disease prevention, veterinary care, responsible antibiotic use, animal welfare, and…
Read MoreGovernor Hogan introduces bills to combat violent crime in Maryland
Governor Larry Hogan has introduced a series of legislation to combat violent crime in Maryland. The Governor’s crime package, which he first announced last month at a press conference in Baltimore City, includes tougher sentences for violent offenders who commit crimes with guns, stronger penalties for those who intimidate witnesses, and more transparency to hold…
Read MoreUPDATED: Incumbents Win in Greenwood Town Council Election
UPDATED 1/20/20 10:30am – Town officials tell WGMD that the three incumbents have been re-elected, however no actual election results have been provided. According to the Town Clerk, Norman Reed, William Russell and Donald Torbert will each serve another 2 years on the council. The winners will be sworn in at the February 4th Town…
Read MoreShooting investigation underway in Felton
Delaware State Police are investigating a shots fired complaint in Felton. The incident occurred shortly before 6 p.m., Sunday when Troopers were dispatched to the 1300 block of Barney Jenkins Road in Felton, for reports of multiple shots being fired. There is no word on any injuries or suspects at this time. The investigation is…
Read More‘Real ID’ Needed by October 1st in Delaware
If your Delaware Driver’s License or ID credential doesn’t have a gold star in the top right corner, beginning October 1st you will not be able to board a domestic flight without additional identifying information, you may be denied entry into federal buildings and more! The option to update their credential by October 1st is…
Read MoreFire Damages Salisbury Home
Firefighters in Wicomico County were called to a blaze on Manoa Boulevard Saturday night. The call came out just after 10pm and crews from Salisbury found heavy fire showing when they arrived at the scene. All the occupants were able to get out safely – and firefighters rescued a family pet from the home. Firefighters…
Read MoreMLK Parade in Lewes Saturday – Cancelled
The Martin Luther King Jr, Parade in Lewes today hosted by the United Church of Christ has been cancelled. Line up was to begin at 10am at the Lewes School/Sussex Consortium – with the parade stepping off at 11 this morning down Savannah Road.
Read MoreUPDATED: DSP Arrest Laurel Man for Felony Assault
UPDATED 1-18-20 9am – Delaware State Police have arrested a Laurel man wanted for a felony assault that occurred on January 3 at a block party in Bridgeville. Police say 48 year old Kenneth Greene turned himself in at Troop 4 where he was charged with felony assault. Police say a 28 year old woman…
Read MoreIRSD Middle Schooler Semifinalist in NASA’s “Name the Rover” Contest
A student from the Southern Delaware School of the Arts has been selected as a semifinalist for the Mars 2020 “Name the Rover” contest being held by NASA. An essay by Indian River School District middle schooler Hailey Mack of Ocean View, suggested the name “Ingenuity” and her entry was selected as the Delaware middle…
Read More235th CEIT Class Graduates at DOC
15 Correctional Officer cadets graduated today from the 235th Correctional Employee Initial Training (CEIT) Class and took their oaths of office as Delaware’s newest law enforcement officers at a ceremony attended by Department of Correction (DOC) leadership and staff, family and friends. Cadets completed an intensive 12-week program of classroom and hands-on instruction in multiple subject areas…
Read MoreBridgeville Man Sentenced for Murder
BVSPCA to Receive 30 Dogs from Puerto Rico Sunday in Georgetown
The Brandywine Valley SPCA will receive 30 dogs as part of an emergency evacuation of pets from Puerto Rico after earthquakes damaged some shelters and left other locations euthanizing highly adoptable animals due to lack of food and water. The flight should arrive late Sunday morning. All the dogs are vetted and have been health…
Read MoreDelmar Man Convicted in 2017 Robbery
A Delmar man has been convicted by a Wicomico County jury of armed robbery and robbery. Officials say 29 year old Patric Vetra robbed the Corner Market in Delmar, Maryland on December 14, 2017. During the incident, Vetra showed a handgun tucked into his waistband. He left with about $300 from the register. Vetra was…
Read MoreHighmark awards over $1 million to fight opioid epidemic in Delaware
Highmark awarded more than $1.1 million in grants to fight opioid use and addiction in Delaware. Highmark’s support advances efforts to address the opioid crisis for eight local organizations, including atTAck addiction, Bellevue Cause Community Network, Boys and Girls Clubs of Delaware, Friendship House, Jewish Family Services, The National Council on Agricultural Life and Labor…
Read MoreDelaware House passes bill allowing dogs on outdoor restaurant patios
House lawmakers passed a bill allowing business owners the right to decide whether or not to allow leashed dogs on outdoor patios of food establishments and in beer gardens after a controversial stance from the Division of Public Health (DPH) stated otherwise. House Bill 275 was passed without debate on Friday, 40-0, permitting business owners…
Read MoreFamily arrested, charged in theft case in Harrington
A Mother, Father, and son were arrested on theft charges after police say they conspired to steal a woman’s phone and debit cards at the Royal Farms in Harrington. According to the Harrington Police Department, on Tuesday officers on patrol were called to the Royal Farms on Milford-Harrington Highway for reports of theft. Upon arrival,…
Read MoreLa Hacienda restaurant in Milford closed for roach infestation
UPDATE | Wanted Georgetown man arrested, charged in string of church burglaries in Sussex County
Delaware State Police have arrested a wanted Georgetown man in connection with a series of burglaries at local churches in Sussex County. Early this month, State Police launched an investigation into burglaries at various churches in Laurel, Seaford, Millsboro and Georgetown. Police learned that in all of the incidents, the point of entry was an…
Read MoreMilton man arrested on drug charges in Milford
A Milton man was arrested after a traffic stop turned up MDMA in Milford. According to the Milford Police Department, the incident occurred shortly before 2:30 p.m., Tuesday when an officer conducting traffic enforcement on Route 1 near the Route 36 overpass caught a speeding. Police performed a traffics stop and made contact with the…
Read MoreDel. State Rep. Sean Lynn will strike controversial amendment amid outrage
Delaware State Representative Sean Lynn has announced that he will strike an amendment he introduced that would have removed certain first responders and healthcare workers from the list of people who if assaulted, aggravates the crime to a violent felony. Rep. Lynn came under fire Tuesday on the first day of session after many learned…
Read MoreBerlin man crashes into Salisbury car dealership while driving intoxicated
A Berlin, Maryland man was arrested after police say he drove intoxicated and crashed into a car dealership in Salisbury, causing $250,000 in damage. According to Maryland State Police, the incident occurred around shortly after 1 p.m., Sunday as troopers were called to the area of Route 13 and Pine Way in Salisbury, for reports…
Read MoreFire tore through Snookie’s Speed Parts in Milton, causing severe damage
A heater was the cause of a fire that tore through Snookie’s Speed Parts in Milton. According to the State Fire Marshal’s Office, the blaze broke out around 2 p.m., Tuesday at Snookie’s Speed Parts on Coastal Highway. The Milton Fire Department along with nearby mutual aid fire companies arrived and fought the fire. State…
Read MorePolice chase leads to drug, weapons charges for Harrington man
A Harrington man was arrested on drug and weapons charges after police say they found over 97 bags of heroin after he led them on chase through downtown Dover. According to the Dover Police Department, just before 2 a.m., Tuesday officers tried to stop a car for a traffic violation but the driver, 44-year-old George…
Read MoreSussex County Council Recognizes Cape Championship Field Hockey Team
The Sussex County Council met this morning without Council President Mike Vincent and County Administrator Todd Lawson. Finance Director Gina Jennings read a proclamation recognizing the Cape Henlopen High School Field Hockey team on their championship season. Cape finished an impressive season with a 17 and 2 record and won the Division 1 Championship beating…
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