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Dover Police Investigating a Shooting on South New Street Saturday Night
A shooting Saturday night is under investigation by Dover Police. Police were called for shots fired just after 9pm on South New Street and found multiple shell casings in the area. Shortly after that police were notified that a 27 year old Dover man arrived at the Bayhealth Kent campus with a gunshot would to…
Read MoreDelDOT Virtual Workshop Underway for Bridge Rehab Project on Concord Road
A virtual workshop begins today for a bridge rehabilitation project. The bridge crosses Tubbs Branch on Concord Road east of Seaford. DelDOT officials say the existing bridge is experiencing undermining which is causing fill to be lost under the roadway – and the road to settle. The bridge work involves filling in existing scour hole…
Read MoreAttorney General Jennings Files Lawsuit Challenging President Trump’s Executive Orders Concerning Tariffs
Attorney General Kathy Jennings has filed a lawsuit challenging President Trump’s executive orders calling for higher tariffs on most products worldwide. According to the Delaware Attorney General’s Office, these tariffs impose a 145 percent tariff on most products from China, a 25 percent tariff on most products from Canada and Mexico, and 10 percent tariffs…
Read MoreMD Lt. Governor Miller and Secretary Beatty Unveil Maryland’s Autism State Plan
Maryland’s five-year Autism State Plan has been unveiled. The strategic plan will set guiding principles, objectives, and strategies, giving our state guidance for implementing inclusive policies. It will be reviewed and updated after five years. The areas of focus include education, employment, housing, transportation, safety and health. The work will rely on collaboration among state…
Read MoreSmoke and Haze from Large New Jersey Wildfire Affecting Sussex County, Delaware
If you’re in Sussex County, you may notice an unusual odor or haze during the next few days. That’s because smoke from a significant wildfire burning in the Pine Barrens region of Ocean County, N.J., has begun to affect areas of southern Delaware. The wildfire, which ignited earlier this week in the Forest Wildlife Area,…
Read More1st Grade Student Brings Unloaded Handgun to School
The Wicomico County Sheriff’s Office with the cooperation of the Wicomico County Public Schools investigated an incident at Beaver Run Elementary School where a 1st grade student brought an unloaded handgun to school. Prior to dismissal yesterday, an observant teacher noticed the 7-year-old student with the handgun. The student brought the unloaded gun to school…
Read MoreThe American Lung Association Releases the 2025 “State of the Air” Report; Worsening Pollution in DE, MD
The American Lung Association has released the 2025 “State of the Air” report, which reveals the quality of the air across the state and the impact air pollution has on the health of local residents. Aleks Casper who is the Director of Advocacy for the American Lung Association tells the Talk of Delmarva….that a lot…
Read MoreMDOT’s Complete Streets Projects Pave Way for Safer Roads Statewide
The Maryland Department of Transportation (MDOT), along with the State Highway Administration (SHA) and Smart Growth America, has released the final report from its Complete Streets Leadership Academy, a program focused on improving road safety through quick-build demonstration projects. Following the success of these pilot efforts, MDOT now plans to expand these Complete Streets demonstration…
Read MoreFelton Man Arrested Following Domestic Dispute
A 29-year-old Felton man has been arrested following a domestic altercation earlier this week. Felton Police responded to the dispute at Peachtree Apartments on Abec Lane on Monday morning around 8:30 a.m. Police say a verbal argument between the victim and suspect, Ryan E. Ingram, had turned physical. Ingram was arrested without incident and charged…
Read MoreNational Prescription Drug Take Back Day-April 26th
In Maryland, if you have prescription medications that you don’t need, you are being asked to dispose of those during National Prescription Drug Take Back Day, taking place from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on April 26th. The Maryland State Police is collaborating with the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) and allied law enforcement agencies across…
Read MoreLisa Borin Ogden hired as In-House Solicitor for City of Rehoboth Beach
Lisa Borin Ogden has been hired as the City of Rehoboth Beach’s first in-house solicitor. Ogden, who has a long career as a public servant, will begin her new role May 27th. The Board of Commissioners authorized the mayor to execute the employment agreement during its April 17 meeting. Lisa Borin Ogden Additional Information from…
Read MorePublic Invited to Comment as Delaware Department of Agriculture Reviews Regulations
The Delaware Department of Agriculture (DDA) is conducting a review of its regulations and seeking input from the public. DDA is accepting comments and will hold a series of public hearings. Comments on the regulations under review are being accepted through May 30th. Regulations for programs overseen by a commission or board are exempt from…
Read MoreSen. Carozza Requests Immediate Halt to US Wind’s Offshore Wind Project off Maryland’s Coast
Maryland State Senator Mary Beth Carozza has sent a request to the US Secretary of the Interior for the federal government to halt the US Wind Offshore Wind Project off the Maryland coast. She states that the conclusions of the Environmental Impact Study by BOEM were insufficient and weakened the case for Maryland’s offshore wind…
Read MoreDepartment of Education Announces New Leadership to Support Funding Reform Efforts
There’s new leadership at the Delaware Department of Education. Education Secretary Cindy Marten has chose Denise Carter as Deputy Secretary for Strategic Initiatives and Adam Schott as Associate Secretary for Student Support. These are Marten’s first senior staff appointments since she took office and they will help with the first major overhaul of the state…
Read MoreAG Jennings Leads Bipartisan Coalition of Attorneys General for Stronger Efforts Against Human Trafficking
Delaware Attorney General Kathy Jennings and Mississippi Attorney General Lynn Fitch are leading a bipartisan coalition of 40 state and territory attorneys general urging the Department of Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Jr., to require better cooperation with local law enforcement from the next operator of the National Human Trafficking Hotline. Jennings…
Read MoreDSP Investigating Assault near Georgetown
Delaware State Police were called to Paradise Street in the Homestead Community south of Georgetown just before 5 Monday morning for an assault. Police learned that an unknown male was entering unsecured vehicles in the neighborhood when three residents confronted him. The suspect assaulted two of the residents with a broken bottle – and the…
Read MoreGov. Meyer Nominates Joshua Sanderlin as Next Marijuana Commissioner
Governor Matt Meyer has nominated Joshua Sanderlin as Delaware’s next Marijuana Commissioner. Sanderlin is an attorney and government regulations expert and has over 15 years of experience advising businesses and policymakers on regulatory compliance – with a focus on shaping state-level cannabis laws and markets. Sanderlin’s nomination requires confirmation by the Delaware State Senate. Additional…
Read MoreDNREC Extending EV Incentive Programs
If you’re looking to purchase a new or used electric vehicle – along with businesses seeking to install Level 2 EV charging stations through the state’s Clean Transportation Incentive Program – the incentive program will continue through April 30 of 2026. DNREC is extending the program which offers drivers cash rebates of up to $2500…
Read MoreDSP Investigating Home Invasion Near Dover Saturday Night
A home invasion that occurred Saturday night south of Dover is under investigation by Delaware State Police. Police were called to Greenview Drive south of Dover just after 10 Saturday night and learned that five armed black males forced entry into the home, which was occupied by two adults and six children. Police say the…
Read MoreFlags Ordered Lowered to Half-Staff for Pope Francis
President Trump has ordered the United States Flag to be lowered to half-staff effective immediately and returned to full-staff at sunset on the day of interment, which has not yet been announced) as a mark of respect for the memory of Pope Francis. As a matter of protocol, state flags are also lowered to half-staff…
Read MoreGeorgetown Man Charged with Attempted Murder & Arson
A Georgetown man has been arrested on charges of attempted murder following an incident at a home on Paradise Street south of Georgetown early Sunday morning. Delaware State Police were called just before 3am for a report of a woman in distress and found a 44 year old woman with severe burns to a large…
Read MoreDover PD Investigating Shooting on Barrister Place
Dover Police are investigating a shooting incident on Barrister Place just before 3 Saturday afternoon. Investigation showed that a home and vehicle were struck by gunfire – no injuries were reported. The investigation continues – anyone with information should contact Dover Police at 302-736-7130 or Crime Stoppers at 800-847-3333.
Read MoreThree Arrested after Shooting Incident and Vehicle Pursuit in Dover
Dover Police were called to Barrister Place and South Little Creek Road just before 8am Saturday for a report of a shooting. Police learned that two victims – aged 14 and 15 were walking through a parking lot when a Kia pulled in and four black males wearing all black and black masks got out…
Read MoreMD Fire Marshal’s Office Investigating an Oxygen Tank Explosion on Hoopers Island
The Maryland Fire Marshal’s office is investigating how a large oxygen tank used for a torch ruptured and went through the roof of an unoccupied building on Hoopers Island Road. The incident was discovered Saturday evening around 7:30 by a member of the Hoopers Island Volunteer Fire Company. Officials say that due to prior floods…
Read MoreNY Man Charged in Road Rage Incident north of Dover
A road rage incident resulted in the arrest of a New York State man Friday afternoon in Dover. Delaware State Police were called to the Wawa in Smyrna for a report of a road rage incident involving a firearm. Police learned the 48 year old victim and her 2 grandchildren were on Route 1 northbound…
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