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Beau Biden Gun Violence Prevention Act Signed Into Law Today
Governor John Carney has signed the Beau Biden Gun Violence Prevention Act into law. He was surrounded by the Biden family, legislators and gun Safety advocates at the Biden Institute at the University of Delaware. The new law will limit access to firearms for those considered a danger to themselves or others. The measure was…
Read MoreSafeWise Ranks 4 Sussex County Towns as the Safest Cities in Delaware
According to the 2018 ranking of the safest cities in Delaware by Safewise – four are in Sussex County – Lewes, Milton, Selbyville and Millsboro. SafeWise reviewed the 2016 FBI crime report statistics and population data. The evaluation is based on the number of reported violent crimes (aggravated assault, murder, rape, and robbery) in each…
Read MoreSomerset County Fire Causes $100,000 in Damage
Firefighters from the Fairmount Volunteer Fire Department in Somerset County were called for a house fire Sunday morning just after 11:30. The Townrow Road home was equipped with a fire alarm which did activate for early notification. The Maryland State Fire Marshal says the blaze began in the attic – the cause remains under investigation. …
Read MoreMost Sussex County Libraries to Close Thursday
If you were thinking of a trip to the library on Thursday in Sussex County – you’ll probably be out of luck. Most public libraries will be closed on May 3 for the annual Delaware/Maryland Library Association Conference. This is continuing education and professional staff development for the four County-owned libraries and 11 independent libraries. …
Read MoreSalisbury Adds Corrugated Cardboard to Home Recycling
New Corrugated Cardboard Recycling Procedures Effective Tuesday may 1, 2018 corrugated cardboard will be collected on your normal trash/recycle collection day, Tuesday thru Friday. Residents no longer need to call and schedule a cardboard pick-up! Simply place your recyclable cardboard curbside with your trash and recycling on your normal pick-up day! Cardboard collection for residents of multi-unit dwellings will occur on…
Read MoreDSU College of Business International Accreditation Reaffirmed
Dover Man Arrested on Forgery Charges in Milford
An arrest has been made by Milford Police after an investigation into bad checks that were written to two local businesses last summer. Police arrested 44 year old David Johnson of Dover on Sunday on 2 counts of 2nd degree forgery and other offenses. In both instances, Johnson cashed a check written out to him…
Read MoreThree Arrested after Dover Traffic Stop
Dover Police arrest three after a traffic stop over the weekend. When police stopped the car just after 11pm, the officer spotted a 9mm handgun on the dashboard in plain view. The driver, 23 year old Shabazz Barlow said the gun was his. A search of the vehicle turned up marijuana and 108 baggies of…
Read MoreMilford Man Charged with DUI after March Crash
Milford Police arrested 32 year old William Walton on Sunday for DUI in connection with a crash that occurred early in the morning on March 23. Investigation into the crash found that Walton was driving a Honda CRV on Airport Road when the vehicle went off the road and crashed into an embankment. Walton was…
Read MoreTwo Chincoteague Ponies Die after Being Trapped in Mud
Chincoteague Saltwater Cowboys found three ponies stuck in the mud last night – one of the ponies had died and two were having trouble. The two, Surf Queen and Randy, were taken to the Chincoteague carnival grounds and the vet called. While both seemed to be rallying, the fire department this morning announced that Surf…
Read MoreMilford Man Charged after Found with Handgun
Just after midnight Sunday, Dewey Beach Police were called for a suicidal subject possibly armed with a handgun. Police found 22 year old Alex Johnson of Milford near Bellevue Street and Coastal Highway and were able to subdue him and place him in custody. A loaded 22 caliber semi-automatic handgun was removed from his waistband. …
Read MoreSmyrna Fire Sunday Leaves 1 Dead
A fire in Smyrna Sunday afternoon has taken the life of one person. The State Fire Marshal says that one person was found deceased by firefighters inside the house trailer on West Big Woods Road. Officials say the fire broke out just before 1pm and crews found flames pouring from the home when they arrived…
Read MoreMillsboro PD Investigating Theft in Grocery Parking Lot
Your help is needed to identify a person wanted for questioning by Millsboro Police. This is in connection to a theft investigation that occurred in the Food Lion parking lot. If you can identify the man – contact Officer Zubrowski of the Millsboro Police Department at 302-934-8174 or Crime Stoppers – 800-TIP-3333.
Read MoreMilford Voters Choose Archie Campbell for Mayor
Milford voters have chosen a new mayor. Archie Campbell was the top vote-getter with 537 to Todd Culotta’s 334. He will take over for Mayor Bryan Shupe who is running for the 36th District House seat. In the First Ward, Michael Boyle won 245 votes. Cindy Schofield received 181. The winners will be sworn in…
Read MoreREMINDER: Delaware Personal Income Taxes Due Monday!
A reminder – the Delaware personal income tax deadline is Monday. Taxpayers who do not file by the deadline because they have a balance due may face additional interest and penalties, which increases the total amount owed. Filing by the deadline will allow you to avoid penalties, even if you are unable to pay all…
Read MoreDover Police Investigate Armed Robbery
Harbeson Man Charged with 5th Offense DUI
A Harbeson man involved in a vehicle crash on Thursday has been arrested for his 5th offense DUI. Delaware State Police were called to Route 9 and Rogers Avenue in Georgetown just before 4pm for a 2 vehicle crash where a Chevy pickup truck crossed the center line and struck a GMC pickup. Troopers smelled…
Read MoreArrest in Capitol Green Shooting Incident in Dover
Dover Police have arrested a 19 year old in a shooting incident Tuesday, April 17 in the Capitol Green area. Police were called to East Water Street just before 9pm after 2 homes had been struck by bullets. Police did find several shell casings in the area, and say no one was injured. Syncere Friends…
Read MoreTwo Arrested for Princess Anne Home Invasion
Two suspects in Princess Anne home invasion on Tuesday morning have been arrested by Maryland State Police. Police say 39 year old Michael Kingery of Westover and 26 year old Robert Waltemeyer of Hebron began knocking on the door of a home on Greenwood School Road, then forced their way in when the victim unlocked…
Read MoreSaturday is National Prescription Drug Take Back Day
Today is National Prescription Drug Take Back Day. The Drug Enforcement Administration, State and Local Police agencies ask you to get rid on unwanted prescription (or over-the-counter) drugs today between 10 and 2pm. You can get rid of unwanted, unused or expired drugs responsibly – and keep them away from potential abuse by others. This…
Read MoreLaurel Man Faces Up to 58 Years in Prison for Burglary & Attempted Rape
A Laurel man has pleaded guilty to 2nd degree burglary and 2 counts of attempted 3rd degree rape. Officials in the Attorney General’s office say 22 year old Tyrone Jenkins-Heath broke into a home on Penn Street in Laurel last May, planning to steal items – including the victims’ underwear and to force two women…
Read MoreGeorgetown Man Sentenced to Prison After Upskirting Incident
DE’s Pathways Program Receives Grant from Bloomberg Philanthropies
Delaware has received a $3.25 million grant from Bloomberg Philanthropies to expand access to economic opportunity for Delaware students. Governor John Carney says the funding would help bolster the Delaware Pathways program. That is for high school and post-secondary students looking to gain work-based learning experiences for in-demand careers – and to earn industry credentials…
Read MoreSussex County Council to Revisit Overbrook Town Center Change of Zone Tuesday
The Sussex County Council will revisit the Overbrook Town Center change of zone application during Old Business on Tuesday morning. The council held a court-ordered second public hearing on the application on April 10th but deferred a vote after over 6 hours of public comment. However, a decision on the application must be made by…
Read MoreThe need for speed: DE middle schoolers race solar powered cars
In Harrington – yesterday teams of middle schoolers from across the state went head-to-head in a solar powered model car race. 19 teams competed to see who had the fastest time trials, including a team from Beacon Middle School in Lewes, who placed 3rd in the time trials and 5th in creative design. The competition…
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