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Downstate Mosquito Spraying Tuesday Evening
Weather permitting; the Delaware Mosquito Control Section plans the following insecticide application(s) during the evening hours on Tuesday, July 14, 2026: Application of Zenivex E4 (Etofenprox) with a truck-mounted sprayer to control adult mosquitoes in the following areas: In and near Milford. Near Frankford, Millsboro, Delmar, Seaford, Bridgeville, Ellendale, Lincoln, Greenwood, Harrington, and Felton. For notification purposes, spraying will be…
Read MoreMD Gov Moore Announces Over $1 Billion in Awards for Affordable Rental Housing Construction in Fiscal Year 2026
Over $1-billion has been awarded by the Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development for low-income housing tax credits and provided financing through state rental housing funds, the Multifamily Bond Program and energy efficiency programs. This funding will create or preserve over 3000 affordable rental units. Including – 68 family units at the Village at…
Read MoreDHSS Offers Cooling Centers as Extreme Heat Returns – Wednesday through Friday
With temperatures hitting above 90 degrees for multiple days in a row, the Delaware Department of Health and Social Services (DHSS) has activated its cooling centers for those who need relief from the heat. DHSS facilities are now open as cooling centers starting Wednesday, June 15th and will also be open on Thursday, June 16th…
Read MoreUPDATED: A Flurry of Filings – Candidate Filing Deadline for Delaware General Election is 4:30 Today!
UPDATED – 07/14/26 – Today is the filing deadline for candidates in Delaware who are looking to seek federal, state or county office. So far about 11 people have filed yesterday and today – including a couple of incumbents. There have been no filings for Sussex or Kent County row offices. You have until the close…
Read MoreChoptank Electric Cooperative Issues Beat the Peak Alert for this Afternoon
Choptank Electric Cooperative has issued a Beat the Peak Alert for Tuesday, July 14th between 4 and 6pm as high temperatures are expected to push our peak energy use over the top today. Please conserve energy now to keep costs lower! Close your drapes and blinds to block heat from the sun during the hottest…
Read MoreLewes 2027 Comprehensive Plan Community Survey Now Live!
The City of Lewes is looking for your input to help shape the future of Lewes. Whether you’ve lived in Lewes for years, just moved to town, own a local business or visit every summer – City officials want your perspective to identify the community’s priorities, concerns and vision for the future. The 2027 Comprehensive…
Read MoreGov Matt Meyer Names Dr. Neil Hockstein As Delaware’s First Surgeon General
Delaware has its first Surgeon General. Governor Meyer has signed an Executive Order establishing the Office of the Surgeon General within the Department of Health and Social Services and appointed Dr Neil Hockstein to the position. Delaware is now the seventh state in the nation to establish a state-level surgeon general. Dr. Hockstein will serve…
Read MoreDelaware Dept of Education launches Explore Delaware Schools for Families
The Delaware Department of Education has launched the Explore Delaware Schools portal – giving families all the information they need about Delaware’s public schools. Rather than searching multiple websites, this new portal brings together school information, attendance boundaries, school profile and performance information and interactive mapping tools – in one place! Explore Delaware Schools makes…
Read MoreTalbot County Man Charged with Abuse of 8-day Old Child
An investigation begun by the Talbot County Sheriff’s office in November of 2025 has resulted in the arrest of a 30 year old Queen Anne, MD man for child abuse. Investigators learned that on November 19, 2025, Shayan Latif was awakened by his 8-day old child around 5am – and he noticed the child’s head…
Read MorePres. Trump Orders US Flag Lowered for Sen. Lindsey Graham
In honor of the remarkable life and achievements of Senator Lindsey Graham, a dear friend of mine, and a truly great man, who achieved so much for our Country, and his beloved Home State of South Carolina, I am ordering all American Flags throughout the United States lowered to Half Mast until Saturday evening at…
Read MoreMSP Investigating 2 Vehicle Crash that Injured 2, Including an MSP Trooper
Two people were injured, including an Maryland State Trooper, in a crash just east of the Berlin Barracks Sunday night around 8:30. Maryland State Police say a Land Rover, driven by a 16 year old male was northbound on Route 818 and attempting to cross Route 50. He failed to yield for oncoming traffic and…
Read MoreGov Meyer Launches Delaware Commercial Corridor Initiative To Support Small Businesses
Supporting small business is Governor Meyer’s goal with the launch of the Delaware Commercial Corridor Initiative. This new statewide program is designed to help small businesses improve storefronts, buildings and operations while working to revitalize downtown and commercial districts. Gov. Meyer says the Division of Small Business will invest $4.5-million in state Strategic Fund dollars…
Read MoreYou’re Invited to Help Shape the Future of Rehoboth Beach During Charrette Week
You can be part of the process that helps Rehoboth Beach shape its future during Charrette Week. The City has partnered with Dover, Kohl & Partners for a zoning code update – a crucial step in moving towards the City’s newly-launched, temporarily-named Reimagine Rehoboth Master Planning Initiative. Workshops will take place at the Convention Center…
Read MoreOver 900 Delawareans Use Sober Ride Program
Since last Thanksgiving over 900 Delawareans have taken advantage of a sober ride home. The 2025-2026 Sober Rides enforcement gives individuals an opportunity to use ride-share vouchers on Thanksgiving Eve, New Year’s Eve, St Patrick’s Day and the July 4th and America 250 holiday. Office of Highway Safety (OHS) says New Year’s saw the highest…
Read MoreUPDATED: DSP Identify Victim in Fatal Crash on Hastings Farm Road near Seaford Friday Morning
UPDATED – 07/11/26 – Delaware State Police have identified 25 year old Kesnel Similien of Seaford as the man who died in the single-vehicle fatal crash Friday morning in Seaford. ================================================== ORIGINAL STORY – 07/10/26 – A Seaford man died Friday morning in a crash on Hastings Farm Road near Seaford. Delaware State Police say…
Read MoreCity of Rehoboth Beach Answers “What Happened to the Fireworks Show?”
For many who were downwind from last Sunday’s fireworks display in Rehoboth Beach it was a great show. However for others it was less than spectacular and very smokey. The City has been working with Zambelli Fireworks to find out just what happened. On Friday city officials learned that after the contract with Zambelli was…
Read MoreRehoboth Beach Candidates Forum – Saturday Morning at 10am
The Rehoboth Beach Homeowners Association Candidate Forum will take place Saturday/this morning at the Rehoboth Beach Volunteer Fire Company 2nd floor meeting room from 10am to 12:30pm. You’ll have a chance to hear first hand from the candidates running for office in the Rehoboth Beach municipal election on August 8th. There area 4 candidates running…
Read MoreDSP & Gov. Meyer Respond to Viral Video of Dover Arrest on July 7th
A internal review has been initiated after an arrest on July 7th, which has been seen on a video (viewer discretion advised) circulating on social media. A traffic stop was made on a vehicle at South Bay Road and Lafferty Lane in Dover – after a trooper determined the vehicle registration was suspended. The driver…
Read MoreFormer Shorebirds Lighting to get Second Life at WinterPlace Park
Lighting that was formerly used at Shorebirds Stadium is going to be repurposed and installed across Route 50 at WinterPlace Park. This will create the first lighted athletic field on the east side of Wicomico County and expand the park’s capabilities to allow for evening practices, games, tournaments and community events. Officials at Wicomico County…
Read MoreUPDATED: Arrest Made in April Shooting in Dover that Injured 3 on North Governors Avenue
UPDATED – 07/10/26 – A Dover man has been arrested by Dover Police in connection with a shooting on April 8th that injured 3 on North Governors Avenue. Investigation into the shooting identified 23 year old Deivin Trower of Dover as the suspect and warrants were obtained for his arrest on June 26th. Â On…
Read MoreWye Mills Road at Route 50 to Close Sundays through Labor Day – 11am to 8pm
Beginning Sunday, July 12, the Maryland State Highway Administration will temporarily close Wye Mills Road at Route 50 between 11am and 8pm. This closure will be repeated each Sunday through September 6th and on Labor Day Monday. Local access to Wye Mills Road will be maintained at all times. Traffic will not be able to…
Read MoreGas Prices Reverse Course, Start Rising Again
Gas prices are going up again, as the future of the ceasefire between the U.S. and Iran remains uncertain. AAA reports that the national average for a gallon of regular gasoline went up 5 cents overnight to $3.84 after steadily dropping since late May. Crude oil prices are currently in the $70 per barrel range…
Read MoreDownstate Mosquito Spraying Thursday Evening
Weather permitting; the Delaware Mosquito Control Section plans the following insecticide application(s) during the evening hours on Thursday, July 9, 2026: Application of Zenivex E4 (Etofenprox) with a truck-mounted sprayer to control adult mosquitoes in the following areas: In and near Bethel and Milford. Near Lincoln, Bridgeville, and Seaford. For notification purposes, spraying will be done in the following spray…
Read MoreNatural Resources Police Investigates Boating Accidents That Occurred During Holiday Weekend, Including Crash in Dorchester County
The Maryland Natural Resources Police investigated 11 reportable boating accidents and made five alcohol-related arrests during its annual Operation Dry Water patrols over the July Fourth weekend. NRP says the 4th of July holiday period is statistically one of the busiest and most dangerous times for boating, but no boating fatalities were reported in Maryland.…
Read MoreDover Man Sentenced to More Than 12 Years for Drug Trafficking, Gun Charges
A 38-year-old Dover man has been sentenced to 147 months in federal prison for drug trafficking and possessing a firearm in connection with drug dealing. U.S. District Judge Jennifer L. Hall imposed the sentence. Prosecutors say Kyle Scott, who had previously been convicted of drug dealing, was investigated after law enforcement received reports he was…
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