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Laurel Man Charged in Child Sex Abuse Case Spanning Delaware and Maryland
The Laurel Police Department’s Criminal Investigations Unit has arrested a 34-year-old Laurel, Delaware man– Jesse Frank–following a month-long sexual assault investigation involving both Delaware and Maryland. The investigation began in March 2025 after reports that Frank had sexually abused a minor over an extended period across both states. Working with the Wicomico County Sheriff’s Office,…
Read MoreUpdates on Projects in Dewey Beach
With public safety as the number one goal, DelDOT’s sidewalk/driveway project has been completed in the main part of Dewey Beach. Sidewalks have been widened and made ADA compliant. In an effort to keep folks from jay-walking, the center island post and ropes project continues, and should be completed by April 21st, according to the…
Read MoreGood Friday & Easter Holiday Closures in Wicomico County
Wicomico County Government Offices will be closed Friday, April 18th , 2025 in observance of Good Friday. CONVENIENCE CENTERS, LANDFILL, BRUSH PILE, FERRIES GOOD FRIDAY & EASTER HOLIDAY SCHEDULE Salisbury, MD … On Friday, April 18, 2025 the Newland Park Landfill, Convenience Center and Brush Pile and the Upper Ferry and Whitehaven Ferry will be…
Read MoreDeadline to Have REAL ID in Delaware is May 7th
May 7th is the deadline for Delawareans to verify if their driver license or identification car is REAL ID compliant. Officials in the US Department of Homeland Security have confirmed that this deadline will not be extended. If your driver license or ID has a gold star in the upper right-hand corner – it is…
Read MoreGiordano Unveils Proposed FY 2026 Wicomico County Budget with Tax Relief
Wicomico County Executive Julie Giordano has unveiled her proposed FY 2026 budget – which features over a $3-million reduction in property tax rates. The proposed tax rate of $0.80 per $100 of assessed value is down from last year’s rate of $0.84. This would bring tax relief to Wicomico County residents and businesses. The proposed…
Read MoreUPDATED: DSP Make Additional Arrests in Seaford Homicide
 UPDATED – 04/15/25 – Two suspects have been arrested in connection to a deadly shooting on March 12th at Nutter Park in Seaford which left 23 year old Schweitzer Dessin with critical gunshot wounds – he later died at a nearby hospital from his injuries. Three other victims were injured in the incident. Delaware…
Read MoreTwo Dover Men Arrested for Drug & Gun Offenses
Two Dover men have been arrested on felony gun and drug charges following warrant searches at two residences on Wednesday, April 9th. Delaware State Police say Kent County Drug Unit and Governor’s Task Force members along with SORT officers went into a house on Harmony Lane and one on State Circle after an investigation of…
Read MoreOne Cited for Crash of Two Tractor Trailers on Route 13 Near Laurel
A crash on Route 13 south of Laurel tied up traffic for about 90 minutes Tuesday morning just after 8. Delaware State Police tell the Talk of Delmarva that a northbound tractor trailer stopped for a school bus that had its lights flashing near Scarborough Lane – a second tractor trailer – a Volvo –…
Read MoreSenator Coons & Colleagues Introduce Bipartisan, Bicameral Bill to Strengthen U.S. Role in Mapping Global Critical Mineral Resources
Delaware Senator Chris Coons along with Senators John Hickenlooper (D-CO), Todd Young, (R-IN) and John Cornyn (R-TX) have introduced the Finding Opportunities for Resource Exploration Act – the Finding ORE act – to strengthen U.S. mineral security and reduce strategic vulnerabilities. A companion bill will be introduces in the U.S. House. This measure will help…
Read MoreOne Seriously Injured in Route 113 Crash Tuesday Morning North of Dagsboro
Delaware State Police continue to investigate a crash just after 5 Tuesday morning on Route 113 north of Dagsboro. Police say a tractor trailer loaded with grain was southbound on Route 113 – and a box truck was traveling behind the tractor trailer. The driver of the box truck failed to slow for the tractor…
Read MorePart of Cokesbury Road Closed West of Georgetown for Cross Road Pipe Repair
DelDOT has announced the emergency closure Tuesday of Cokesbury Road between Seashore Highway and Hastings Farm Road – west of Georgetown. Officials say the closure is for the repair of a crossroad pipe – and work should be completed – weather permitting – on Thursday, April 17.  Detours are in place. Detour – Cokesbury Road-from…
Read MoreFormer OC Police Officer Raymond Austin Appointed New OC Chief of Police
There’s a new man in charge of the Ocean City Police Department. The Town of Ocean City has appointed Raymond Austin as the new Chief of Police. Austin has over 30 years of law enforcement experience – including with the OCPD, where he was hired as a seasonal officer in 1991 and became a full-time…
Read MoreCape Henlopen School District Names New Superintendent
Cape Henlopen School District Superintendent Robert Fulton announced his retirement after 13 years with the District at the end of last Thursday’s School Board meeting. His retirement is effective July 1st. On Monday the School Board held a special meeting and appointed Dr. Jenny Nauman as the new superintendent – effective July 1st. Dr. Nauman…
Read MoreDover Man Charged for Graffiti on Dover City-owned Property
Dover Police were called for a complaint early Sunday morning when they were approached by a complainant on Simon Circle about an unrelated incident – someone writing in black marker on city-owned poles and signs. Police spotted the suspect, 28 year old Isiah Worthy of Dover, walking in the area of Loockerman and South Kirkwood…
Read MoreLiberty Mutual Pays $300,000 Penalty for Misleading Delaware Consumers
After a lengthy investigation, the Delaware Department of Insurance announces that Liberty Mutual has paid a penalty of $300,000 across three member companies – with an express stipulation that an additional $200,000 must be paid if conduct is not immediately remedied. The main activities under review – the companies’ advertisement of potential premium discounts to…
Read MoreDSP Investigating Attempted Robbery at Smoke Beast in Dover
Delaware State Police were called to the Smoke Beast on Gateway South Boulevard in Dover Saturday afternoon for an attempted robbery. Investigation revealed that a male suspect entered the store earlier in the day – then returned and pointed a handgun at the employee and demanded merchandise. The employee did not give him anything and…
Read MoreDSU President Joins Amicus Brief on Immigration Policies at Colleges and Universities
Delaware State University President Tony Allen has joined an amicus brief filed by the Presidents’ Alliance on Higher Education and Immigration in US District Court. This brief opposes the policy of targeting non-citizen students and faculty with legal standing to teach and learn at institutions of higher education throughout the country – based on their…
Read MoreThree Arrested on Multiple Gun Charges in Bridgeville
A Preston man and two 17 year olds from Cambridge and Delmar have been arrested by Delaware State Police on multiple felony gun offenses. The arrest comes after an investigation Wednesday night in Bridgeville after police were called to McDonald’s for a report of individuals in a white car allegedly waving firearms at patrons. Police…
Read MoreSafeguard American Voter Eligibility Act or the SAVE Act – Passes in US House
House Resolution 22 is the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility Act – or the SAVE Act which requires individuals to provide documentary proof of U.S. citizenship when registering to vote in federal elections. Acceptable proof of U.S. citizenship complies with the Real ID Act of 2005. House Resolution 22 passed in the U.S. House by a…
Read MoreIndian River School District Returning with 2nd Referendum on June 5th
Indian River School District will host a second current expense referendum on Thursday, June 5. The District seeks funding in the amount of $22.5-million for increased operating costs and to maintain a competitive salary package. The polls will be open on June 5th from 7am to 8pm at multiple polling locations throughout the district –…
Read MoreWicomico County Public Schools Name 2025-2026 Teacher of the Year
Wicomico County Public Schools has named the 2025-2026 Wicomico Teacher of the Year. English teacher Emma Cohn Matthews from Wicomico High School was named the Teacher of the Year during Thursday’s Celebration in Delmar. Matthews has been at WiHi for 7 years and is currently pursuing a doctoral degree in Literacy Studies at Salisbury University…
Read MoreHarrington Man Charged with Drug and Weapons Offenses
A Harrington man has been arrested after a search warrant was executed at a residence on Kings Court in Harrington on Tuesday, April 8. The search warrant was obtained following a drug investigation of 54 year old James Shelton. Shelton and a 35 year old Harrington woman were arrested at the residence. A search of…
Read MoreFocus Groups Scheduled for Next City of Salisbury Comprehensive Plan
Salisbury residents, business owners and stakeholders are invited to take part in a series of focus group meetings for the City’s next Comprehensive Plan. These meetings allow you to share input on topics that will directly impact the City’s future growth, infrastructure and quality of life. There are four meeting covering different topics – each…
Read MoreNew Route 1 Southbound Lanes at Route 16 Intersection to Open after Easter
Beginning Easter Monday night, drivers on Route 1 will see changes in the traffic pattern at the Route 16 intersection east of Milton. Drivers on northbound Route 1 will see no changes in the traffic pattern, however southbound drivers will be moved to the new roadway which goes over Route 16 with no traffic signal.…
Read MoreOC Fire Chief Richard Bowers Retires; OC Fire Department Announces New Leadership
The Ocean City Fire Department announces the retirement of Fire Chief Richard Bowers, effective April 11, 2025, marking the end of a distinguished career that spans more than 40 years in the fire service. Chief Bowers joined the Ocean City Fire Department in 2019, bringing extensive leadership experience from senior roles in Montgomery County, Maryland,…
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