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Maryland House of Delegates passes budget proposal
Maryland’s House of Delegates approves a $44.4 billion budget yesterday. The Baltimore Sun reporting the proposed budget sailed through easily, by a vote of 125-12. A secondary proposal to put use revenue increases from the federal tax law change for education spending also got through the House. The State Senate also passed their versions of…
Read MoreProminent erosion reported in Bethany after nor’easter
After lucking out during the first few nor’easters of the season, with northwest winds keeping erosion at bay, the coastline took a pounding this time around. Prominent beach erosion is being reported along the coastline, mainly in Bethany Beach. This week’s storm washed away numerous beach stairs and pummeled the Bethany Shoreline. Town Manager Cliff…
Read MoreUPDATE: Police arrest teen for bomb threats in Dorchester
UPDATE 3/24 – Detectives from the Dorchester County Sheriff’s Office arrested a 15-year old for threatening to blow up Cambridge-South Dorchester High School. On Thursday night concerned parents, students, and residents contacted state and local authorities about a series of bomb threats posted on Instagram threatening to blow up the high school on Friday morning. 5…
Read MoreSurfer rescued in Ocean City during nor’easter
Seal pup rescued in South Bethany
In South Bethany– The MERR Institute rescued a baby seal over the weekend. A small gray seal pup was found in South Bethany with serious wounds. MERR Executive Director Suzanne Thurman said the seal was pretty feisty, and was named Banshee, since she was found on St. Patrick’s Day and did a bit of loud…
Read MoreSeaford boat ramp revamped
Just in time for boating and fishing season, DNREC’s Division of Fish and Wildlife completes renovations on the Seaford Boat Ramp. The floating docks have been replaced and boat ramp surface repaired. Officials say the upgrades, along with new LED lighting will make the boat ramp and parking lot safer and more convenient for boaters…
Read MoreMinor fire in Rehoboth outlets Thursday morning
A fire in the outlet shopping center this morning. Around 4:20 AM alarms sounded at the Tanger Outlets off Route 1 near Rehoboth; 10 minutes later smoke was billowing out of the back of the shopping center. Rehoboth Fire Department responded to the scene, found a fire in the back room of a store. Firefighters…
Read MoreMD offering free trees for Dorchester, Wicomico residents
Maryland’s Department of Natural Resources offering free trees to residents of the lower eastern shore. Officials say the trees will help improve water quality throughout the region. Anyone living in Dorchester or Wicomico Counties who has a creek, ditch, stream or other waterway on or near their property can request a “buffer bag” filled with…
Read MoreDE revenues estimate increases $100 million
A state panel Monday boosting Delaware’s official government budget estimate by about $100 million; that gives lawmakers some more options in crafting a budget for next fiscal year. The Delaware Economic and Financial Advisory Council increasing its revenue forecast for the current year by some $46 million compared with December’s estimate. The bump is mostly…
Read MorePolice investigating shooting in Milford
Fugitive arrested in Seaford with stolen gun, heroin
Seaford Police have arrested a fugitive who they say had more than 400 bags of heroin and a stolen gun on him, as well as 5 outstanding warrants. 18 year old Davion Lewis was arrested after a brief chase in the Chandler Heights area. Lewis was taken to Sussex Correctional Institution and now faces a…
Read MoreMedical marijuana industry gets the green light in Maryland
More than thirty medicinal marijuana dispensaries are now up and running throughout Maryland, and the state has approved 102 dispensaries. Medical marijuana companies showing a strong interest in Maryland because of the expected lucrative market. The drug is available for any severe condition for which medical treatments are not effective. Use can be recommended by…
Read MoreMaryland hopes to lure Amazon to state with massive tax breaks
A $5.6 billion package of tax incentives to try and lure an Amazon headquarters to Maryland has passed the State Senate; the vote Monday night was 35 -11 for the measure, just before the general assembly reached its crossover deadline. The bill includes a package of state income, property and sales tax credits. The main…
Read MoreDelmar man convicted in the death of 18-day old baby
Sentencing is set for a man from Delmar, convicted of punching his 18 day old son, which led to the infant’s death. 31 year old Shane Faucette was convicted of first degree child abuse resulting in death will be sentenced in May for the killing of his infant, Luke Faucette last September. Prosecutors say Shane…
Read MoreUPDATED: Gov Carney Terminates State of Emergency & Level 1 Driving Warning Effective at Midnight
Governor Carney Terminates State of Emergency and Level 1 Driving Warning Effective at Midnight Drivers should continue to exercise caution on Delaware roadways WILMINGTON, Del. – Governor John Carney has terminated the statewide State of Emergency, and the Level 1 Driving Warning in effect for Kent and New Castle counties, effective at midnight. Governor Carney…
Read MoreWorcester County Puts Snow Emergency Plan Into Effect
MD Gov Larry Hogan Announces Statewide Response Efforts for Snowstorm
Governor Urges Marylanders to Stay Off Roads as Frozen Precipitation, Dangerous Travel Conditions Continue in Many Areas ANNAPOLIS, MD – With winter weather affecting many areas of Maryland, Governor Larry Hogan has directed state agencies to coordinate and work together to keep Marylanders safe and informed. Governor Hogan is urging Marylanders to avoid unnecessary travel…
Read MoreStorm Update – Flooding and High Water Expected for Sussex County
Snow began falling in Sussex County this afternoon – although in Kent and New Castle Counties the snow has been falling much of the day. Police report multiple minor accidents throughout the state – and as of 2:45 this afternoon a Level 1 driving restriction was put in place by Governor John Carney for Kent…
Read MoreDE National Guard Ready if Needed During Storm
The Delaware National Guard, in coordination with the Delaware Emergency Management Agency, is prepared to support Delawareans during Winter Storm Toby. The Guard is prepositioning personnel and vehicles in New Castle and Sussex Counties and providing liaison officers at Emergency Operations Centers in those counties. We currently have Soldiers and Airmen on duty and fully…
Read MoreSalisbury Snow Plans in Place
Mayor Jake Day announced that the City of Salisbury is preparing for the arrival of 3 to 4 inches of snow, beginning Wednesday morning and continuing through the overnight hours into early Thursday. Snowfall in Salisbury is expected to begin by about noon today. Residents are cautioned to drive safely and to be aware of…
Read MoreSnow Emergency Plans in Effect in Caroline, Dorchester & Talbot Counties
The Maryland State Police Easton Barrack is implementing the snow emergency plans due to the storm. This enables immediate removal of abandoned vehicles from state roads and highways. At 10:00 a.m. today, the snow emergency plan was implemented in the following counties: Talbot, Caroline and Dorchester. The snow emergency plan applies to any state highway…
Read MoreUPDATED: Salisbury PD Have Located Missing 12 Year Old Girl
UPDATED: Cape Henlopen Referendum Passes
UPDATED – Cape Henlopen School District residents have approved spending $21.3-million to address growth and capacity issues in the district. The State of Delaware will fund over $34-million for the proposed high school expansion for additional classrooms, offices, Sussex Consortium classrooms and cafeteria space and a new 600 student middle school to be located on…
Read MoreWinter Storm Warning for Wicomico, Somerset & Dorchester Counties
The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Storm Warning that affects the following WGMD locations: Wicomico County,MD Somerset County,MD Dorchester County,MD URGENT – WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Wakefield VA 338 PM EDT Tue Mar 20 2018 …WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM WEDNESDAY TO MIDNIGHT EDT WEDNESDAY NIGHT… * WHAT…Heavy…
Read MoreMSP Make Arrest in Weekend Murder in Salisbury
A Salisbury man has been arrested in connection with the murder of 67 year old Pierre Louis at his home on Priscilla Street in Salisbury last weekend. Maryland State Police have charged 18 year old Zamere Purnell with 1st and 2nd degree murder, home invasion and robbery. Police say Purnell is also charged with multiple…
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