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Somerset County EMS Secures Grant to Equip Sheriff’s Deputies with Lifesaving AEDs
The Somerset County Sheriff’s Office and Somerset County Emergency Medical Services have partnered to equip every sheriff’s patrol vehicle with an automated external defibrillator (AED) through a grant from the Somerset County Health Department. Deputies will receive AED training, allowing them to begin lifesaving care during cardiac emergencies before EMS personnel arrive. Â Additional Information:
Read MoreDelaware Attorney General Announces $45M Settlement Over Cash App Fraud Claims
Attorney General Kathy Jennings announced Delaware has joined a $45 million multistate settlement with Block Inc., the company behind Cash App, over allegations it misled consumers about the app’s safety and failed to protect users from fraud. Delaware will receive more than $314,000 for its Consumer Protection Fund. The settlement requires Block to improve fraud…
Read MoreChesapeake Utilities Currently Working to Repair Lines in Snow Hill
Chesapeake Utilities is currently working to repair gas lines exposed to water infiltration on the Western Side of Snow Hill. Town Officials say temporary lane closures are expected, with an emphasis on Church Street, in the affected areas. The company will perform vapor mitigation, including burning off excess gas from the lines to complete repairs.…
Read MoreAutomatic Retirement Savings Enrollment Planned for New Delaware State Employees
Delaware state employees will soon be automatically enrolled in the Delaware DEFER retirement savings program under legislation recently passed by the General Assembly. The new law creates automatic enrollment in the state’s 457(b) deferred compensation plan for new hires, while still allowing employees to change their contribution rate or opt out. State Treasurer Colleen Davis…
Read MoreOcean City Angler Sets New Maryland State Record for False Albacore
The Maryland Department of Natural Resources has officially recognized Cooper Clark of Ocean City as the new state record holder for false albacore (Euthynnus alletteratus) in the Atlantic Division. Clark’s 28.2-pound catch surpasses the previous record of 26.0 pounds that was set in July 2025, just eight days after the record fell for the first…
Read MoreUPDATED: Gov Meyers Vetoes $35-million Legislative Hall Expansion in Bond Bill; Comment from Legislative Leaders
Governor Matt Meyer exercised his line-item veto and has said no to the $35-million appropriation for the Legislative Hall Expansion Project in the Bond Bill – HB 500. The Governor said that while Delawareans are struggling to pay rent, healthcare costs, utility and grocery bills – this is not the time to spend taxpayer dollars…
Read MoreBody Found in Wooded Area in Rehoboth Beach
The Talk of Delmarva has learned that at about 1:40 p.m. yesterday, July 7th, Delaware State Police say troopers and DNREC Police responded to Holland Glade Road near Sandalwood Drive in Rehoboth Beach after a body was found in a wooded area. The investigation remains ongoing and currently does not appear to be suspicious. The…
Read MoreDelaware Hospitals Adopt Statewide Emergency Department Guidance for Opioid Use Disorder Treatment
The Delaware Department of Health and Social Services (DHSS), through its Division of Substance Abuse and Mental Health, joined hospital leaders at Bayhealth in Dover this week to announce new statewide guidance for treating opioid use disorder in emergency departments. Developed through Delaware’s Overdose System of Care, the guidance creates a consistent approach for identifying,…
Read MoreStraw Bale Fire Under Investigation in Somerset County
A straw bale fire that occurred yesterday evening, July 7th, on George Riggins Road in Westover, Somerset County, is under investigation. The pile of 700 straw bales was found ablaze at around 8:25 PM. The estimated monetary loss is $50,000. No injuries were reported.Â
Read More13-Year-Old Arrested Following Pursuit in Stolen Vehicle
Delaware Natural Resources Police say a 13-year-old boy has been arrested for stealing a vehicle from Delaware Seashore State Park and leading officers on a pursuit shortly before 2:00 Monday morning. Police say the chase traveled north on Coastal Highway through several jurisdictions before ending when officers deployed stop sticks. The juvenile fled on foot,…
Read MoreMaryland State Police Investigating Two Separate Fatal Crashes On Eastern Shore Over Fourth of July Weekend
Two people were killed in two separate vehicle crashes on Maryland’s Eastern Shore over the Fourth of July weekend. The first crash happened around 10:15 p.m. on July 3rd on eastbound U.S. Route 50 at Mt. Holly Road near Easton. Police say 43-year-old James Demby of Cambridge was killed in a three-vehicle crash. Four others,…
Read MorePetition to Preserve Collective Bargaining in Salisbury Turned over to City
An attempt to preserve collective bargaining for Salisbury’s first responders and public employees has be delivered to the city – a petition with over 6000 signatures. Shore Progress initiated the petition drive. The City of Salisbury now must verify the signatures on the petition before collective bargaining can appear on the ballot – to be…
Read MoreMaryland Lawmakers to Return for Special Session on Congressional Redistricting in August
Maryland lawmakers will be returning to Annapolis the first week of August for a special session to consider congressional redistricting. Senate President Bill Ferguson and House Speaker Joseline Pena-Melnyk made the announcement Tuesday. Currently of the 8 US House seats in Maryland, 7 are held by Democrats. Governor Moore says his administration will work closely…
Read MoreMaryland Primary – County Races Certified
The final count of mail-in ballots was done yesterday in Maryland’s Primary Election, which was held on June 23. State races have not yet been certified, however the county races have. In the Worcester County Commissioners races – Republican Caryn Abbot will return to the District 1 seat. In District 2, Roxie Dennis will take…
Read MoreDover PD Investigating Shooting Incident at Village of Westover
Multiple homes and vehicles in the Village of Westover in Dover were damaged in a shooting that occurred Monday evening just after 5. Police were called to East Broadstairs Place where they located about 40 spent shell casings in the roadway. Police learned that 10 unoccupied vehicles and five homes were struck by gunfire –…
Read MoreDr. Jason Peel Named Superintendent at Sussex Tech
Sussex Tech has a new Superintendent – Dr. Jason Peel. His appointment was approved by the Board of Education during its July 1st meeting. Dr. Peel brings over 20 years of educational experience which spans classroom teaching, school leadership, human resources and district administration. Dr. Peel came to Delaware in 2006 as an Assistant Principal…
Read MoreUPDATED: Crash Near Milford on June 26 Leaves 3 Dead
UPDATED – 07/07/26 –Â Delaware State Police say that three people have now died as a result of a two vehicle crash on June 26th near the intersection of Route 14/Milford Harrington Highway and Church Hill Road. The occupants of a Nissan have been identified with help from the Division of Forensic Science as 60 year…
Read MoreKindergarten Registration Now Open in the Indian River School District
Kindergarten registration is underway for the Indian River School District. Any child that will turn 5 years old on or before August 31 is eligible to begin kindergarten in September. Registration documents are available at irsd.net and can be submitted electronically or parents should contact the child’s school to arrange the pickup and drop-off of…
Read MoreDUI Checkpoint Somewhere in Sussex County Friday Night
There will be a DUI checkpoint in Sussex County on Friday, July 10. This is part of the ongoing effort to reduce impaired driving and keep roadways safe during the summer travel season. Delaware law enforcement agencies across the state will take part in partnership with the Office of Highway Safety, who remind you that…
Read MoreUPDATED: DSP Investigating Murder-Suicide Near Milford; Identify Victim and Suspect
UPDATED – 07/07/26 – The investigation is continuing. Delaware State Police have identified 38 year old Jessica Bradley of Milford, Delaware, as the victim in Sunday’s murder-suicide in Milford. The suspect, 43 year old Brooks Bradley, also from Milford, committed suicide during the incident. ================================================================== ORIGINAL STORY – 07/06/26 – Delaware State Police were called…
Read MoreNewly Launched Initiative Strengthens Delaware’s Health Information Technology Infrastructure
The Delaware Department of Health and Social Services (DHSS) and the Delaware Health Care Commission today announced a new Rural Health Transformation Program (RHTP) initiative that will support real-time insurance verification and prior authorization across the state.  The project will leverage the Delaware Health Information Network (DHIN), Delaware’s statewide health information exchange, and Smart…
Read MoreUPDATED: DSP Identify Victim in Fatal Sunday Morning Crash Near Georgetown
UPDATED – 07/06/26 – Delaware State Police identified 32 year old Breiner Perez-Perez from Millsboro as the man who died in the single-vehicle fatal crash Sunday morning in Georgetown. ============================================================= ORIGINAL STORY – 07/05/26 – A Millsboro man is dead after a crash just after 9 this morning east of Georgetown on Peterkins Road. Delaware…
Read MoreBarricade Situation in Snow Hill Ends with Arrest
A Snow Hill man has been arrested after an incident at a West Market Street residence in Snow Hill Sunday night. Police learned an adult woman was physically restrained in the home by 49 year old Robert Anderson who was armed with a firearm and threatened to harm the woman. She was able to get…
Read MoreUS Senator Chris Coons Accepting Applications for Nomination to Service Academies
US Senator Chris Coons is now accepting applications from Delaware students for a nomination to one of the nation’s service academies. Applications can be submitted for the Naval Academy, Air Force Academy, Merchant Marine Academy, US Coast Guard Academy and the Military Academy at West Point. The deadline for applications for the class of 2031…
Read MoreGovernor Meyer Signs Package of Banking Modernization Bills
Governor Matt Meyer has signed legislation today that modernizes Delaware’s banking laws. Senate Bills 16,18 and 19 update the state’s banking code to reflect the evolving financial services industry while establishing consumer protections for digital assets, virtual currency and stablecoins. The Governor says this modern framework welcomes new financial technologies, protects consumers and ensure Delaware…
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