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Salvation Army Drive-Thru Food Pantry Thursday – Seaford
The Salvation Army of Delaware will hold drive-thru food distribution on Thursday May 7 at locations in New Castle, Kent, and Sussex Counties. Captain Timothy Sheehan, Delaware State Coordinator says that food insecurity has always been a front- line service for The Salvation Army, but the COVID-19 pandemic has broadened the scope and gravity of…
Read MoreHarrington man arrested on weapons charges in Dover
Delaware State Police have arrested a Harrington man on weapons charged after a traffic stop led to the discovery of a loaded handgun in Dover. The incident occurred on May 6, 2020 at approximately 12:58 a.m., when a Trooper observed a white Ford van traveling on N. Dupont Highway, Dover, above the posted speed limit. …
Read MoreTwo charged in construction site theft scheme in Sussex County
Delaware State Police have arrested two men in connection with a series of thefts from construction sites across Sussex County. 46-year-old Anthony M. Cichocki and 36-year-old Brian J. Govin, both of Lewes, DE, were arrested in connection with a series of thefts from construction sites in Sussex County. Since mid April, Delaware State Police have been investigating several…
Read MoreFour arrested in Wicomico County murder case
Maryland State Police arrested four suspects in connection to the murder of a 33-year old Wicomico County man last month. The victim, Dondre Wilson, 33, of Salisbury was pronounced deceased at the scene shortly after 11:00 p.m. on Friday, April 17, 2020. The autopsy report received from the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner indicates…
Read MoreDOC highlights reduction in Delaware’s prison population amid coronavirus pandemic
The Delaware Department of Correction (DOC) highlighted the significant reduction in Delaware’s incarcerated population since COVID-19 spread to Delaware and the mid-Atlantic region over the past two months. These reductions have accelerated a six-year decline in the incarcerated population driven by lower crime rates, implementation of a statewide bail reform initiative, and the Carney Administration’s efforts to strengthen reentry services which are helping…
Read MoreMaryland Congressional Delegation calls on Attorney General to take action to limit spread of coronavirus
The Maryland Congressional Delegation is urging Attorney General Barr to take action to stop the spread of coronavirus (COVID-19) in federal correctional facilities in order to protect incarcerated individuals, federal employees, and the surrounding communities. The Maryland congressional delegation, including U.S. Senators Ben Cardin and Chris Van Hollen and Congressmen Steny H. Hoyer, Dutch Ruppersberger, John…
Read MoreGov Carney Announces Interim Steps Allowing Small Businesses to Expand Services with Social Distancing in Place
Governor John Carney on Tuesday announced a series of interim steps allowing small businesses to resume limited operations effective 8:00 a.m. on Friday, May 8. The goal of the interim steps is to provide economic relief to Delaware citizens and businesses who are struggling financially – while maintaining strict adherence to health and safety guidelines.…
Read MoreDPH Update: 83 Additional Positive Cases; 5 New Deaths; 131 Additional Recovered
The Delaware Division of Public Health (DPH) is announcing five additional fatalities related to coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) and is providing an update on the number of positive cases and recovered individuals. All data reported through the daily updates are based on data received as of 6 p.m. the previous day. In total, 187 Delawareans…
Read MoreUPDATED: DSU to Hold First-Ever Virtual Commencement – To Start at 12 Noon
Delaware State University has a detailed plan for its first-ever Virtual Commencement to be held May 16 in place of the traditional in-person ceremony that has been canceled by the COVID-19 pandemic. The University will broadcast the Virtual Commencement at 10am 12 noon Saturday, May 16 on the University’s website ( www.desu.edu ) and its…
Read MoreMillsboro hit-and-run leads to drug charges
A hit-and-run has led to drug charges for two Millsboro men after police say they followed a guy because he refused to buy heroin. According to the Delaware State Police Department, just after 1:30 a.m., Tuesday troopers were dispatched to the PotNets Seaside Neighborhood for reports of a hit and run crash involving a silver…
Read MoreUPDATED: Ocean City to reopen the beach, Boardwalk
Ocean City is poised to reopen the beach, Boardwalk, and the inlet parking lot to everyone beginning Saturday, May 9, 2020. The decision comes after Ocean City Mayor Rick Meehan signed a declaration during Monday night’s meeting. (see below) Mayor Rick Meehan joined WGMD’s Mike Bradley Tuesday morning where he explained that the order does…
Read MoreDover AFB to conduct C-17 flybys to unite Delaware
To show support for the brave Americans at the forefront of the fight against COVID-19, a C-17 Globemaster III from Dover Air Force Base will conduct flybys in the cities of Christiana, Dover, Milford, Lewes and Seaford, Delaware, May 6. The flybys will not only honor first responders and medical professionals putting their lives on…
Read MoreBeebe to host two coronavirus testing events in Georgetown
Beebe Healthcare, in partnership with the Division of Public Health and other healthcare agencies, will host two additional free COVID-19 testing events in Georgetown this week. Car-based testing will occur Wednesday, May 6 from noon to 4 p.m. near Beebe’s Georgetown Health Campus on Biden Avenue. The testing route itself will start in the parking lot…
Read MoreDepartmental & Statewide Awards Presented During Correctional Officers and Employees Week in Delaware
As the Delaware Department of Correction commemorates Correctional Officers and Employees Week, May 3 – 9, Commissioner Claire DeMatteis today announced that several DOC staff members are being recognized with annual Departmental awards and statewide awards for providing service above and beyond the call of duty during 2019. “It takes a special person to work in corrections, and the Delaware Department of…
Read MoreNew Castle Man Charged in Bridgeville Burglary
A New Castle man has been arrested in connection with the burglary of a Bridgeville business early Monday morning. State Police were called to OA Newton for an alarm just before 2am and found the front window smashed and the business had been burglarized with cash and two TVs or computer monitors taken. Delmar police…
Read MoreAGs Call for Improved Enforcement Against Illegal Robocallers
Maryland Attorney General Brian E. Frosh today joined a bipartisan coalition of 52 attorneys general in calling on USTelecom, the leading organization representing telecommunications provider, and its Industry Traceback Group (ITG) to continue its collaboration with state attorneys general by bolstering technological capabilities to improve enforcement against illegal robocallers. The letter asks USTelecom to advance…
Read MoreUD President & Others Volunteer Portion of Salaries to Preserve Workforce
Recognizing that sacrifices are required across the University, President Assanis shared that he and other administrators will be voluntarily forgoing portions of their salaries. He made the announcement this afternoon in a letter sent to faculty and staff. The President, Provost and Executive Vice President will be taking 10% cuts in their salaries for Fiscal Year 2021.…
Read MoreDPH Update: 80 Additional Positive Cases; 5 New Deaths; 76 Additional Recovered
The Delaware Division of Public Health (DPH) is announcing five additional fatalities related to coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) and is providing an update on the number of positive cases and recovered individuals. All data reported through the daily updates are based on data received as of 6 p.m. the previous day. In total,182 Delawareans…
Read MoreLaurel Cancels July 4th Celebration & Fireworks
After much conversation, consideration, discussion and based on the continued increase in COVID 19 cases in Sussex County and the likelihood that the social distancing will be required through summer, the Mayor and Council of Laurel and Town Manager Smith have agreed that it is in the best interest to cancel our traditional July 4th…
Read MoreTwo Seaford Teens Arrested on Drug and Assault Charges Near Lewes
Two Seaford teens have been arrested on drug and other charges after a suspected drug deal resulted in the assault of a 16 year old girl. Delaware State Police were called to Surf Bagel in Lewes for an assault Saturday night. They learned the two teen boys agreed to meet with others to sell marijuana. …
Read MoreSussex County Recovery Virtual Town Hall – Wed, May 6 at 7:30pm
The next Public Recovery Town Hall is scheduled for Wednesday, May 6th at 7:30pm with Lt Governor Bethany Hall-Long. This meeting will include stakeholder groups and members of the public to collect public feedback in Sussex County on the economic recovery plan for the state of Delaware. For more information, visit https://governor.delaware.gov/delawares-recovery/#shape-recovery
Read MoreOver 2100 Tested at Wicomico Drive-Thru Coronavirus Testing at Shorebirds Stadium
On Friday, May 1st and Saturday, May 2nd, the Wicomico County Health Department held drive thru testing at the Delmarva Shorebirds Stadium for critical employees (including poultry workers) and their families. This massive undertaking would not have been possible without the help of the following agencies: Wicomico, Worcester, and Somerset County Health Departments Department of…
Read MoreGov Hogan Announces Continued Expansion of Coronavirus Testing at Vehicle Emissions Inspection Program Stations
Governor Larry Hogan today announced that the state will continue to expand its COVID-19 testing program by opening a new drive-thru site on Tuesday, May 5 at the Vehicle Emissions Inspection Program (VEIP) station in Hagerstown. The Hagerstown site will be the first state-run, drive-thru testing site in Western Maryland. Last Wednesday, Governor Hogan announced…
Read MoreIRSD Kindergarten Registration Being Conducted Electronically for 2020-2021 School Year
Kindergarten registration for the 2020-2021 school year is now being conducted electronically in the Indian River School District. Registration documents can be found online at https://www.irsd.net/parents___students/registration or by clicking on the blue Registration button on the district homepage at irsd.net. Documents can be filled out and submitted electronically to each school. Parents will receive a…
Read MoreAssistance available to expand conservation on Delaware farms
Delaware farmers and landowners are encouraged to sign up by June 5 for financial and technical assistance to expand existing conservation activities on their agricultural land. Financial and technical assistance is now available through the updated Conservation Stewardship Program (CSP) administered by the USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS). “CSP is an effective tool in assisting…
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