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OC 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,…
Read MoreThis is Delaware Coastal Running Festival Weekend in Rehoboth Beach & Dewey Beach
The Delaware Coastal Running Festival is this weekend in Rehoboth Beach and Dewey Beach. The 5K run is Saturday morning at 9 in Dewey Beach – starting and ending at the at the Dewey Beach Lions Club and mostly on bayside roads. On Sunday are the remainder of the races – the Marathon begins at…
Read MoreUPDATE: Gold Alert Issued for Missing Dover Man–Canceled
UPDATE: The Dover Police Department is canceling the gold alert for Robert Baines. He has been located and is safe. Previous Post: The Dover Police Department has issued a Gold Alert for an 88-year-old man from Dover. Robert Baines was last seen on MacArthur Drive on Wednesday, April 9th at 9:30 p.m. Baines is described…
Read MoreGovernor Meyer Delivers State of the State Address
Governor Matt Meyer this afternoon delivered his 2025 State of the State Address before a joint session of the Delaware General Assembly. During the address, Governor Meyer highlighted issues surrounding medical debt… Governor Meyer called for decisive action on other key priorities including education reform, affordable housing, accessible healthcare, workforce development, and efficient government operations. ———————————————————————————–  Governor Matt Meyer…
Read MoreNew Legislation Aimed at Making Utility Bills More Affordable for Delawareans
Building on previous efforts to address rising energy prices, legislators introduced new legislation today aimed at making energy bills more affordable for Delawareans. Sponsored by Representative Debra Heffernan and Senator Trey Paradee, House Bill 116 would give the Delaware Public Service Commission the ability to approve lower gas and electric rates for low-income households. Under HB…
Read MoreLisa Blunt Rochester’s First Bill as U.S. Senator Aims to Boost Affordable Housing Supply Nationwide
Many Americans who are struggling to find safe, affordable housing could see relief under new bipartisan legislation aimed at addressing the nation’s housing shortage. The goal of the Housing Supply Frameworks Act (S.1299) is to boost the supply of affordable housing across income levels. The legislation aims to help communities reform zoning and land use…
Read MoreHouse Fire in Easton, Talbot County Under Investigation
A house fire occurred late last night on Locust Grove in Easton, Talbot County. The blaze broke out at a two story, single family home with a basement. No occupants were inside at the time of fire. The exact cause remains under investigation at this time. Damage to both structure and contents is estimated to…
Read MoreState Police Investigating Stabbing in Bridgeville
Delaware State Police Detectives are investigating a stabbing that occurred in Bridgeville that left one man injured. According to police, the stabbing occurred yesterday evening, April 9th at around 8:15 p.m. in the area of Coverdale Road near Camelia Lane. When troopers arrived, they learned that the 41-year-old man had been stabbed by an unknown…
Read MoreRabies Advisory: Confirmed Rabid Raccoon in Berlin, MD
A confirmed rabid raccoon has been found in the vicinity of Powell Circle, Berlin, Maryland. If you, your family or your pets have had contact with the rabid raccoon, contact Worcester County Health Department’s Office of Environmental Health immediately at 410-352-3234. Contact includes bites, scratches or other direct contact to persons or pets. Officials urge…
Read MoreSalisbury Home, Vehicle Struck by Gunfire
Detectives from the Wicomico County Sheriff’s Office Criminal Investigation Division are trying to find out more information regarding an incident in which a home and vehicle were targeted by gunfire. On the night of Monday, April 8th, deputies responded to reports of the shots fired into/at the home on Zion Road in Salisbury. Both the…
Read MoreMaryland General Assembly Approves $67 Billion Budget for FY 2026
On the final day of session, the Maryland General Assembly passed a $67 billion budget for fiscal year 2026, which includes $1.6 billion in new fees—such as a 3% sales tax on IT and data services. Passing a balanced budget is the only constitutionally-mandated duty of the Maryland General Assembly. Senator Mary Beth Carozza voiced…
Read MoreGovernor Meyer to Deliver State of the State Address
Tomorrow, April 10th at 2:30 p.m., Delaware Governor Matt Meyer will deliver his 2025 State of the State Address before a joint session of the Delaware General Assembly. During the address, Governor Meyer will outline his legislative priorities, reflect on the administration’s accomplishments, and present his vision for Delaware’s future. The speech will be livestreamed…
Read MoreSenators Coons, Blackburn, Members of Congress, and Industry Leaders Celebrate Reintroduction of NO FAKES Act
 A news conference was held today to reintroduce the Nurture Originals, Foster Art, and Keep Entertainment Safe (NO FAKES) Act.  U.S. Senator Chris Coons along with Senator Marsha Blackburn of Tennessee introduced the NO FAKES Act last year as a means to protect the voices and visual likenesses of creators and individuals from the proliferation…
Read MoreStranded Humpback Whale Floats Out to Sea After Failed Towing Efforts in Indian River Bay
MERR has provided an update regarding a dead 44-foot humpback whale that was stranded on a sandbar in Indian River Bay on March 31st. Due to its size, shallow waters, and poor weather, initial towing attempts failed. A second attempt was scheduled for April 9th, but heavy rain and strong winds on April 7th through…
Read MoreOffice of Animal Welfare Introduces New Dog Licensing Program for Delaware Pet Owners
The Office of Animal Welfare (OAW) has partnered with DocuPet to launch a new and user-friendly online dog licensing system for Delaware pet owners starting today. This modern platform includes DocuPet’s free HomeSafe® 24/7 lost pet service, which helps quickly reunite lost dogs with their families. Licensed dogs receive a tag with a unique code linked…
Read MoreGunfire Erupts in Dover; Multiple Vehicles Struck
The Dover Police Department is investigating an incident in which shots were fired on Monday afternoon. The incident resulted in two vehicles being damaged. Dover Police received a report of one vehicle struck by gunfire on West North Street. Police say the driver was traveling near Simon Circle when the shots were fired. Police learned…
Read MoreUPDATED: Sussex County Council Approves Updated Dewey Beach MOU & Temporary Home for Dewey Beach EMS Unit
UPDATED – 04/08/25 – The Sussex County Council discussed with members of the Sussex Conservation District issues regarding sediment and stormwater regulations. County Administrator Todd Lawson told the Council that recent and more frequent run-off events have raised concerns – however sediment and stormwater regulations fall under DNREC’s authority. The Council had two presentations during the…
Read MoreDemolition of Rehoboth Beach’s Sirocco Motel & Grotto’s Could Begin Wednesday
Demolition could begin this week in Rehoboth Beach – of Sirocco Motel and Grotto’s Pizza. An independent review of the Sirocco Motel building by Pilottown Engineering found hazardous structural deterioration and cracking in various areas – including the masonry at the garage support pillar. The city has enacted a section of the code (Chapter 105,…
Read MoreMarion Station Man Sentenced to 20 Years in Prison for Vehicular Manslaughter
A Marion Station man has been sentenced for vehicular manslaughter. Court officials say 28 year old Jamal Scarborough pleaded guilty in the Circuit Court of Wicomico County on Tuesday and was sentenced by Judge S. James Sarbanes to 20 years in prison. Scarborough pleaded guilty to grossly negligent vehicular manslaughter, failing to stop at accident…
Read MoreDE State House Passes House Bill 65 to Consolidate Primary Elections
The Delaware House has passed legislation that would consolidate the State and Presidential primary elections to the same date – in April. Currently Delaware’s presidential primary is held in April – but the primary for statewide and local political offices is held in September – which can cause some confusion for voters. House Bill 65,…
Read MoreTwo Arrested After Drug Distribution Investigation in Ocean City
An investigation started in February by Worcester County Sheriff’s Office Criminal Enforcement Team into drug distribution from a Colonial Road residence in Ocean City led to the arrest of two people. The Criminal Enforcement Team includes members of the Worcester County Sheriff’s Office, Ocean City Police Department, Maryland State Police, and the Drug Enforcement Administration. …
Read MoreUPDATED: Blades Voters Return Incumbents to Town Council
UPDATED – 04/07/25 – Blades voters have returned incumbents to the Town Council. Incumbent Gary Gallamore received 47 votes, Garold Miller won 45 votes and challenger John Reiss got 12 votes.  Nancy McAdams was unopposed for mayor and received 46 votes. Town of Blades will swear in Mayor-elect McAdams, Councilmen-elect Gallamore and Miller on Monday,…
Read MoreTwo Men Arrested in Multiple Thefts in Kent County
Two men have been arrested in connection with a series of thefts throughout Kent County. Delaware State Police began investigating similar thefts in March where unknown suspects trespassed onto various properties and stole landscape trailers and the property on them. A Toyota 4-Runner was identified as a possible suspect vehicle and 40 year old Ronald…
Read MorePA Sentenced for Child Sexual Abuse in Wicomico County
A Pennsylvania man has been sentenced in Wicomico County for child abuse and sexual offense. Administrative Judge of the Circuit Court for Wicomico County, S. James Sarbanes sentenced 54 year old Terrance Pinkett of Lansdale, PA to 20 years in prison. Pinkett pleaded guilty last November to child sexual abuse and 2nd degree sexual offense.…
Read MoreAG Jennings Secures up to $335-million from Pharmaceutical Company Mylan for Role in Fueling Opioid Crisis
Delaware Attorney General Kathy Jennings announces a multi-state settlement with Mylan Inc. This settlement will deliver up to $335-million nationwide over nine years to help combat the opioid crisis. The Attorneys General from 15 states allege Mylan deceptively promoted its products as less prone to abuse despite knowing for years that many of its opioid…
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