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DNREC Unveils New Mobile Air Quality Monitoring Unit
DNREC unveiled a new mobile air quality monitoring unit supported by $440,000 in federal funding secured by Delaware’s congressional delegation. The federal funding helped in the purchase of an all-electric truck, mobile monitoring trailer and air quality monitoring equipment. This will give state officials more flexibility to measure pollution in communities throughout the First State.…
Read MoreHebron Man Sentenced for 2nd Degree Murder
A Hebron, Maryland, man has been sentenced for 2nd degree murder. Wicomico County Circuit Court Judge S. James Sarbanes sentenced 25 year old Logan Trader to 40 years in prison with all but 25 years suspended – followed by 5 years of supervised probation. Trader pleaded guilty to 2nd degree murder on July 28th and has…
Read MoreSea Witch Festival is Underway in Rehoboth Beach & Dewey Beach!
The Sea Witch Festival is underway with events and activities for all ages. You’ll find plenty of activities for the kids along with live entertainment – and from 5 to 7pm – there’s a Trunk or Treat Festival at the Sussex Family YMCA. And from 6:30 to 7:30 kids can Trick or Treat with Dewey…
Read MoreElderly Man Suffers Serious Burn Injuries in Outside Fire
An elderly man has suffered severe burn injuries in a fire that occurred earlier this evening. He was transported by the Maryland State Police Aviation Command to a Baltimore area burn center for treatment. The blaze occurred on Osborne Road in Hurlock, Dorchester County in an outside burn pile. According to the Office of the…
Read MoreDorchester County Drug Trafficker Sentenced to 40 Years for Cocaine and Fentanyl Trafficking and Firearm Offense
A Dorchester County man has been sentenced to 40 years in prison, with all but 20 years suspended, following convictions for cocaine manufacturing, possession of a large amount of fentanyl, and firearm drug trafficking. The first 10 years are mandatory without the possibility of parole. Investigators say the case began in 2024 with an investigation…
Read MoreIllinois Town Wins Hallmark Channel’s First-Ever Merriest Christmas Town – Berlin, MD a Finalist
Carlinville, Illinois was named as the first-ever Hallmark Channel’s Merriest Christmas town after a contest the channel held earlier this year. Also in the running of 25 finalists – Berlin, MD. Berlin still remains an official Hallmark Christmas Town and will be featured on its website, bringing national attention to the historic downtown. Carlinville, Illinois,…
Read MoreLaurel Superintendent to Step Down October 30th
The Laurel School Board of Education announced Thursday that Superintendent Shawn Larrimore will step down effective October 30th. Larrimore has served the district for 13 years – and will had the reins over to Director of Student Services Susan Whaley and Assistant Superintendent Ashley Giska who will jointly assume the responsibilities of Superintendent. While no…
Read MoreMosquito Control Spray Announcement- Downstate Ground Adulticiding (fogging)
Weather permitting; the Delaware Mosquito Control Section plans the following insecticide application(s) during the evening hours on Thursday, October 22, 2026: Application of Zenivex E4 (etofenprox) with a truck-mounted sprayer to control adult mosquitoes in the following areas: In and near Harrington. Near Woodside, Milford, Greenwood, Ellendale, Lewes, Frankford, Selbyville, and Delmar. For notification purposes, spraying will be done in…
Read MoreDelaware Sues Glock Over Firearm Conversions
Delaware Attorney General Kathleen Jennings has filed a civil lawsuit against Glock, alleging the company knowingly designs and sells handguns that can be easily converted into illegal machine guns using devices known as Glock switches. The lawsuit claims Glock ignored warnings about the conversions and failed to adopt safety measures to prevent them. The complaint…
Read MoreTwo Charged in Salisbury Assault Investigation
Salisbury Police have charged one man and are seeking a second suspect following an assault that happened October 18th outside Bury Tavern on West Main Street. The victim, a 43-year-old man, is in critical condition. Police say the victim was involved in a verbal altercation with the two men that escalated into a physical confrontation.…
Read MoreDEC’s Beat the Peak Program Surpasses $50 Million in Power Cost Savings
Delaware Electric Cooperative (DEC) has announced that its Beat the Peak program has saved members more than $50 million since its launch in 2008. The voluntary initiative has saved members $4.5 million in 2026 alone. The Beat the Peak program encourages members to reduce electricity use during times of peak demand, when the cost of…
Read MoreMaryland Reviews Plan to Improve Disaster Assistance and Recovery
The Maryland Department of Emergency Management (MDEM) announced the successful completion of its Disaster Assistance Center (DAC) workshop, a full‑day event designed to validate, refine, and enhance the recently developed plan. The workshop brought together local, state, Federal, and nonprofit partners to strengthen Maryland’s ability to support disaster survivors through coordinated, efficient recovery operations. The…
Read MoreFire at a Salisbury Senior Living Apartment Complex Ruled Accidental; Six Occupants Displaced
A fire at a three-story, senior living, apartment building in Salisbury has resulted in the displacement of six residents. The complex management and the American Red Cross are assisting the displaced occupants. The fire at Pine Bluff Village on Riverside Drive occurred shortly after 12:30 A.M. According to the Office of the Maryland State Fire…
Read MoreGovernor Moore Signs Executive Order Creating Maryland Maritime Task Force
Maryland Governor Wes Moore has signed an executive order establishing a Maryland Maritime Task Force to identify federal and commercial opportunities for the state’s maritime industry. The task force will coordinate state agencies and businesses, develop plans to expand and diversify maritime-related industries, and identify regulatory or legislative barriers to growth. The Task Force will…
Read MoreEast New Market, Maryland Man Arrested in Dorchester County Death Investigation
Following a grand jury indictment, Maryland State Police arrested a 27-year-old East New Market, Maryland man connected to a Dorchester County death investigation this past summer. The Office of the State’s Attorney in Dorchester County presented the case to the Dorchester County Grand Jury on Monday, October 19th. The Grand Jury returned an indictment against…
Read MoreDr. Mike Katz to Deliver Live Statewide Address Tonight Ahead of Early Voting
Dr. Mike Katz, Republican nominee for the United States Senate, will deliver a live statewide address tonight at 8:00 p.m, ahead of the start of early voting tomorrow, October 22nd. Dr. Katz, a pediatric critical care anesthesiologist, business executive, and former Democrat State Senator, is challenging 16-year incumbent U.S. Senator Chris Coons. In his address, Dr.…
Read MoreMaryland Reports 71% Drop in Stolen EBT Benefit Reimbursements
Maryland reports a significant reduction of benefit theft. State officials say reimbursements for stolen food and cash assistance benefits fell 71% during the first three months of the state’s transition to chip-and-tap EBT cards, compared with the same period last year. The state Department of Human Services reports reimbursements dropped from about $3.14 million to…
Read MoreMaryland Outlines Proposed Transportation Spending Plan for Mid-Shore MD Counties
Maryland Transportation Secretary Katie Thomson met with officials in Caroline, Talbot and Dorchester counties to discuss a proposed six-year, $21.9 billion transportation spending plan for fiscal years 2027 through 2032. Local projects include highway resurfacing in Caroline County, pedestrian safety and traffic-flow improvements along U.S. 50 in Talbot County, and a planned roundabout at MD…
Read MoreMaryland State Police Arrest Somerset County Man Following Sexual Assault Investigation
Maryland State Police have arrested a Somerset County man in connection with a reported sexual assault of a 16-year-old at a barbershop in Princess Anne earlier this month. 61-year-old Maurice Cotton Sr. is charged with sexual abuse of a minor, second-degree assault, and fourth-degree sexual offense. Cotton was arrested at 1:00 p.m. Tuesday. He is…
Read MoreMARYLAND / Early Voting Locations Lower- & Mid-Shore
Maryland Early Voting Open October 22 – October 29 7am to 8pm (Including Saturday & Sunday) You may vote early at any early voting center in your county of residence. Worcester County – Roland E Powell Convention Center, Ocean City Wicomico County – First Baptist Church, Booth Street, Salisbury …
Read MoreDELAWARE / Early Voting Sites & Schedule
2026 General Election Early Voting Schedule General Election Early Voting Dates & Times: October 22, 2026 – October 24, 2026, 7 a.m. – 7 p.m. October 25, 2026 – NO EARLY VOTING October 26, 2026 – October 27, 2026, 7 a.m. – 7 p.m. October 28, 2026 – November 1, 2026, 11 a.m.…
Read MoreUPDATED: Sussex County Council Decides on Solar Arrays
UPDATED – 10/20/26 – The Sussex County Council meeting lasted for 9 minutes before the Council recessed for Executive Session. During Council Comment, Councilman Matt Lloyd commented on solar arrays and the increasing number of conditional use applications for solar arrays around the county. Long suggested that the County should look at possible options to…
Read MoreVerizon Broadband Equity, Access and Deployment (BEAD) Project Included in Jobsfirst Accelerator Program
Another business has been added to the JobsFirst Accelerator. Governor Matt Meyer announced that the Verizon Broadband Equity, Access and Deployment (BEAD) project has been included. This will connect over 2000 homes and businesses across Delaware with high-speed broadband infrastructure with the goal of connecting every home and business to reliable high-speed internet.. Additional information…
Read MoreDelaware State Parks Plants 75,000 Trees to Honor 75th Anniversary & Nation’s 250th
A Liberty Tree has been planted at Trap Pond State Park near Laurel to commemorate the 75th Anniversary of the first Delaware State Park and the 75,000th tree. This planting also makes the nation’s 250th anniversary. DNREC is one of three state agencies taking part in the A Tree for Every Delawarean (TEDI) – with…
Read MoreMaintenance Work on Savannah Road Drawbridge in Lewes on Thursday
The City of Lewes advises drivers to expect intermittent traffic delays on Thursday if you are utilizing the Savannah Road drawbridge. Maintenance work will be performed at the drawbridge between 6am and 2:30pm.
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