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Senators Blunt Rochester, Smith, Rounds Reintroduce Bipartisan Bill to Spur Economic Development
U.S. Senator Lisa Blunt Rochester has joined two other senators –Democrat Tina Smith of Minnesota and Republican Mike Rounds of South Dakota to reintroduce bipartisan legislation aimed at boosting economic development and improving access to capital. The CDFI Bond Guarantee Program Improvement Act would strengthen and expand the Community Development Financial Institutions (CDFI) Bond Guarantee…
Read MoreMD State Highway Administration Looking to Improve Safety and Ride Quality for Hundreds of Thousands of Highway Users
The plan is for the improvement of nearly 3,400 lane miles of pavement across Maryland through patching and resurfacing efforts, according to the Maryland Department of Transportation State Highway Administration. The improvement efforts are anticipated to take place during Fiscal Year 2026, which begins July 1st. As a result of additional transportation resources provided in Governor Moore’s…
Read MoreDelaware State Police Arrest Bridgeville Pair for Burglary and Theft
Delaware State Police have arrested two individuals–33-year-old Robert Layton and 31-year-old Jasmine Rokos both of Bridgeville– for burglary and related offenses after a break-in at a Seaford home. The burglary was reported on May 23rd. Police say the two had forced entry to the unoccupied home. Once inside, the suspects stole electronics, power tools, automotive…
Read MoreGovernor Moore Announces Grants for Maryland Institutions of Higher Learning
Governor Wes Moore has announced grants for Maryland institutions of higher learning to help address teacher shortage and support displaced federal employees. The Maryland Higher Education Commission will provide $1 million in grants to 11 colleges and universities to support new career paths for displaced federal workers. Institutions receiving awards include: Salisbury University – “USM Consortium…
Read MoreLarge Projects in Downtown Development Districts Awarded Funding Reservations
The Delaware State Housing Authority (DSHA) has announced that it has awarded $5.5 million in funding reservations to 15 large downtown revitalization projects in Dover, Laurel, Georgetown and Wilmington through Delaware’s Downtown Development Districts (DDD) program. Among the projects receiving investments are Georgetown Apartments and Laurel Redevelopment Corporation. Governor Matt Meyer says that across Delaware,…
Read MoreGovernor Meyer Signs Executive Order Reinvigorating Workforce Development Support
In an effort to help organize and improve job training and education programs across Delaware, Governor Matt Meyer signed an Executive Order establishing the Office of Workforce Development within the Delaware Department of Labor. The Executive Order also reestablishes and streamlines the Delaware Workforce Development Board. The goal is to make sure all Delawareans have…
Read MoreDover Police Investigating Fiery, Fatal Crash on North Dupont Highway
Dover Police and Fire were called for a vehicle crash just before 11 Monday night that resulted in the death of a 22 year old Dover man. Police found that a Toyota Camry was southbound when it left the roadway and struck a utility pole on North DuPont Highway and caught fire. Dover Fire personnel…
Read MoreTwo Arrested on Drug Charges following Probation & Parole Search
During a Probation and Parole search, Delaware State Police arrested two for felony drug violations. An administrative search was done at 23 year old Randolph Clayton’s Woodland Mills Drive residence in Seaford on May 22. During the search a child was present and both Clayton and 19 year old Anyla Brewer were arrested after the…
Read MoreEnd of DE General Assembly Session Nears; House Republicans Offer Cost-Cutting Suggestions
There’s just over a month before Delaware’s FY 2026 budget is approved and ready to take effect on July 1 and the Joint Finance Committee begins its last two weeks of budget crafting meetings this week. The Governor’s proposed $6.8-billion FY 2026 budget is an increase of over 7% over the current $6.1-billion spending plan.…
Read MoreUPDATED: Delaware State Police Identify Victim in Accidental Shooting in Magnolia
UPDATED – 05/27/25 – Delaware State Police have identified 21 year old Kendrick Mason of Magnolia as the man who died in the accidental shooting last week in Magnolia. The Delaware State Police Homicide Unit continues to investigate this incident. Detectives are asking anyone with information regarding this case to contact Detective Bluto at 302-741-2859…
Read MoreCity of Rehoboth Beach to Recognize Pride Month on June 1
On June first, the City of Rehoboth Beach will recognize Pride Month with a proclamation and a flag-raising ceremony outside of City Hall. City officials say the LGBTQ+ Pride flag will fly at City Hall throughout the month of June. The ceremony will begin at noon on Sunday, June 1st. Mayor Stan Mills says that…
Read MoreMD State Fire Marshal Investigating Fire in Vacant Hebron Home
Hebron firefighters were called to a home on Chestnut Street for a structure fire just before 4am on Monday. Crews arriving at the scene found fire in a vacant three-story home. Firefighters from several neighboring companies provided assistance or backup. Investigation by the State Fire Marshal shows the fire began inside the home and is…
Read MoreDagsboro Man Charged with DUI after Crash in Frankford
A crash just before midnight Sunday sent one man to an area hospital. Delaware State Police say an F-150 was eastbound on Burbage Road near Frankford when the truck left the lane of travel and went into a ditch where it struck small trees, vegetation and a road sign. The driver, identified as a 31…
Read MoreUPDATED: DSP Investigating Fatal Motorcycle Crash Near Gumboro
UPDATED – 05/26/25 – 12:30pm – Delaware State Police have identified 58 year old Antonio Hopkins of Millsboro as the man who died in a fatal motorcycle crash that occurred early Sunday morning in Millsboro ======================================================================= ORIGINAL STORY – 05/26/25 – A Millsboro man is dead after a crash early Sunday morning near Gumboro. Delaware…
Read MoreBethany Beach Voters Approve Long-term Loan Referendum
Residents in Bethany Beach have overwhelmingly approved a referendum for a long-term loan. The vote was 390 for and 14 against. The loan, for $3.98-million from the Delaware Division of Public Health to build new clarifier units at the Town’s water treatment facility. Construction is planned to begin this fall or winter. . .
Read MoreUPDATED: University of Delaware Commencement
UPDATED – 05/24/25 – A University-wide commencement for the University of Delaware Class of 2025 was held Saturday morning in Delaware Stadium. Graduation ceremonies have been going on all week in each of the different schools of study, however many of the nearly 6500 graduates and undergraduates walked one last time Saturday. This is the…
Read MoreSussex County Lifesaving Association Honored by DE State Senate
Last week the Delaware State Senate recognized the Sussex County Lifesaving Association for their winning the US Lifesaving Association National Championship last August. The SCLA was given a tribute commending the guards – they made history as the first team outside of California or New Jersey to claim the national title. This historic win also…
Read MoreStranded Seal from Ocean City – Rehabbed & Released at Assateague Thursday
“Arcadia,” a female grey seal was found stranded in Ocean City on March 13 of this year, has been released at Assateague Island State Park on Thursday, May 22. Arcadia underwent initial triage at the National Aquarium’s Stranding Response Center in Ocean City followed by a successful long-term treatment at the Aquarium’s Animal Care and…
Read MoreTravis Nelson Appointed as Director of the MD Governor’s Office of Homeland Security
Maryland Governor Wes Moore has announced the appointment of Travis Nelson as Director of the Governor’s Office of Homeland Security. Nelson has been doing the work as acting director for the past year and a half – but will assume the post of Director on June 11th. Nelson began his career in public safety more…
Read MoreAG Jennings Wins Court Order to Stop the Dismantling of Department of Education
Attorney General Kathy Jennings has won a court order stopping the Trump administration’s attempts to dismantle the federal Department of Education. Jennings and a coalition of 20 other attorneys general joined in March to sue the administration after it announced plans to eliminate 50% of the DOE workforce. A preliminary injunction was granted by the…
Read MoreTwo Arrested on Drug Charges by Laurel Police
Two people have been arrested on drug charges after the execution of a search warrant in the Carvel Gardens Apartment Complex Friday morning. Laurel Police arrested 39 year old Jessica Young and 38 year old Ricky Horsey – both of Laurel. Both are charged with a variety of drug offenses: Manufacture/Deliver/PWID Controlled Substance (Class D…
Read MoreUPDATED: Delaware State Police Identify Victim in Deadly Crash Near Millsboro
UPDATED – 05/23/25 – Delaware State Police have identified 19 year old Charles Williamson of Dagsboro as the man who died in a fatal crash on Tuesday in Millsboro. ========================================================================= ORIGINAL STORY – 05/21/25 – A 19-year-old from Dagsboro is dead after a two-vehicle crash that occurred late yesterday, May 20th east of Millsboro. According…
Read MoreWicomico County Memorial Day Holiday Closings
Wicomico County Government Offices will be closed Monday, May 26, 2025, in observance of the Memorial Day Holiday. CONVENIENCE CENTERS, LANDFILL, BRUSH PILE, FERRIES MEMORIAL DAY HOLIDAY SCHEDULE On Monday, May 26, 2025, the Newland Park Landfill and Brush Pile and all external Convenience Centers will be closed. Whitehaven Ferry and Upper Ferry will…
Read MoreTroopers Arrest Rehoboth Beach Woman Following HOA Dispute
Delaware State Police have arrested a 62-year-old Rehoboth Beach woman following a dispute on Monday with a member of the Homeowners Association and contractors who were clearing ivy on a fence within an easement on Black Duck Reach. According to police, the woman identified as Jennifer August is charged with felony offenses after threatening one…
Read MoreHurricane Preparedness Week Promotes Emergency Readiness And Public Safety
In anticipation of the upcoming hurricane season, June 1st to November 30th, 2025, which forecasters are predicting to be above normal, Governor Matt Meyer has Proclaimed May 26th to May 30th as Hurricane Preparedness Week. In support of this, The Delaware Emergency Management Agency (DEMA), along with state, county and local agencies are helping communities mitigate against threats…
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