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Crisfield Man Arrested for Possessing and Distributing Child Pornography
Troopers in Somerset County arrested a Crisfield man this morning after an investigation led to evidence of possession and distribution of child pornography. On May 17, 2022, troopers served a search warrant at the home of 25-year-old Daniel Alexander Elliot. A preliminary forensic review of his cellphone revealed numerous images of child pornography which were…
Read MoreUPDATE On Delaware Beach Replenishment Project
The beach replenishment project in Rehoboth Beach will be completed today and crews will move on to Dewey Beach tonight. The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers had a progress meeting this morning and Public Affairs Officer, Steve Rochette, tells the Talk of Delmarva that Weeks Marine is looking at a late May or early June…
Read MoreElectrical Malfunction Causes House Fire in Talbot County
A two-story single-family house on Willis St. in Cordova, Talbot County is damaged as a result of a fire that occurred yesterday evening. An electrical malfunction caused the blaze, which started in the second-floor bedroom, according to the Office of the Maryland State Fire Marshal. The fire caused an estimated $15,000 in structural damage. Estimated…
Read MoreFood Bank of Delaware to Hold Mass Drive-Thru Distribution Events
In partnership with the State of Delaware, the Food Bank of Delaware will hold three mass drive-thru distributions in each county throughout the month.In Sussex County, the event will take place at Crossroad Community Church on State Forest Road in Georgetown on Monday, May 22nd starting at 10:00 a.m. You can register in advance at…
Read More29-Year-Old Man in Wicomico County Sentenced to 98 Years for Sex Crimes
In Wicomico County, 29-year-old Francisco Barrales-Aguirre has been sentenced to 98 years of incarceration after being convicted in November of Sexual Abuse of a Minor, three counts of Attempted Second-Degree Rape, and related offenses. If Barrales-Aguirre is ever released from prison, he will be subject to lifetime sex offender supervision by the department of parole…
Read MoreMaryland State Fire Marshal Supporting Statewide Community Risk Reduction Weekend
This weekend, Maryland Fire Marshals, Fire Inspectors and Administrative members of the department in partnership with local Fire/EMS Departments will be knocking on doors to help support Statewide Maryland Community Risk Reduction Weekend, May 20th-21st. Over 40 people from across the state have lost their lives to fire, and the goal of fire officials in…
Read MoreDelaware Legislation Released Today Adds Requirement Before Purchasing Handgun
The House Judiciary Committee today released legislation that would add Delaware to a growing list of states that require residents to complete a firearm training course and obtain a permit before purchasing a handgun. Under Senate Bill 2(S), sponsored by Senate Majority Whip Elizabeth “Tizzy” Lockman and House Majority Whip Melissa Minor-Brown, most Delawareans could…
Read More18-Year-Old Wanted for Felony Assault
The Delaware State Police is currently looking for an 18-year-old who is wanted for a felony assault that occurred last week in Rehoboth Beach. According to DSP, Alisha Hurst may be in the Milton or Rehoboth Beach areas in Sussex County. If you know of Hurst’s whereabouts, you can contact Corporal T. White at Troop…
Read MoreUPDATE: State of the State Town Hall Meeting with Gov Carney in Lewes–Postponed
UPDATE 5/17/23: Governor Carney’s State of the State town hall originally scheduled for tomorrow–Thursday, May 18th— at the Lewes Fire Department, Station 2 has been postponed. A new date will be announced soon. Original Post: Governor John Carney along with State Senator Russ Huxtable and Representative Stell Parker Selby as well as members of the Cabinet will…
Read MoreMaryland Highway Administration Preparing for Busy Summer Season on Lower Eastern Shore
The Maryland Department of Transportation State Highway Administration shops on the lower Eastern Shore are preparing state roads for the influx of travelers heading to Ocean City and other tourist destinations this summer. Crews have been cleaning the inlets, pipes, and ditches that are part of the highway drainage system. State Highway Administration crews also…
Read MoreTwo Teens Charged in Thefts of Wicomico County Public Schools Vehicles
Two boys–ages 16 and 17– have been arrested and charged following an investigation stemming from thefts of Wicomico County Public Schools transportation vehicles that occurred on Jersey Road in Salisbury at the end of December. The theft of a Wicomico County Public Schools school bus occurred on December 28th, 2022, and two Wicomico County Public…
Read MoreDelDOT Traffic Alert: Overnight Lane Restrictions between Bay Vista Road and Bayard Avenue
The Delaware Department of Transportation (DelDOT) is alerting motorists that crews will be striping Route 1 northbound and southbound between Bay Vista Road and Bayard Avenue in the Rehoboth-Lewes area. The overnight lane restrictions will be in place from 9:00 pm to 5:00 am starting tonight, Wednesday, May 17th to next Friday, May 26th. If…
Read More57-Year-Old Man Sentenced in Wicomico County for Sexual Abuse of Minor and First-Degree Rape
57-year-old Prentice Harris has been sentenced to Life without the possibility of Parole, 3 consecutive Life sentences, plus 65 years in prison. Harris was convicted on March 16th of this year after a two-day jury trial, of Sexual Abuse of a Minor, three counts of First-Degree Rape, four counts of Second-Degree Rape, and related offenses.…
Read MoreGreenwood Man Arrested in Milford for Robbery and Assault
A 21-year-old Greenwood man has been arrested for a robbery and assault that occurred on May 7th on South Walnut Street in the area of Riverwalk. Milford Police say the victim suffered an injury to the face. After striking the victim, the robber fled with the person’s property. The victim was taken to the hospital,…
Read MoreNew Public Art– Sculpture Installation Next Week in Lewes
The City of Lewes Public Art Commission welcomes American artist Dewitt Godfrey, who will create this year’s sculpture installation to be located in Canalfront Park. ‘The Gathering’ will be a large abstract sculpture of wide, circular cylinders made of weathering steel to be installed by the artist during the week of May 22nd. It will…
Read MoreEaston Police Investigate Walmart Theft Case Involving Two Juvenile Girls
Easton, Maryland Police responded to Walmart on Elliot Road in reference to theft involving two girls, ages 13 and 11. Upon arrival, the loss prevention officer had recovered the stolen merchandise valued at over $1,000. The two girls had walked off the property. They were ultimately released to the custody of a family member. Due…
Read MoreStudent Loan Borrowers Bill of Rights Unveiled in Delaware
In preparation for the June 30th end to a pandemic-era pause on student loan repayment, Senator Sarah McBride and Representative Sophie Phillips introduced consumer protection legislation this week. Senate Bill 132 would establish a Student Loan Borrower Bill of Rights. The bill would create a series of protections for those who enter into financial aid…
Read MoreCORRECTION: Sussex County Council Approves Policy on Recognition Documents & Extension for Reassessment Project
The Sussex County Council was given an update on the Joshua M. Freeman Foundation by Executive Director, Patti Grimes which included information on the expansion of the Selbyville area stage and programs. Council President Mike Vincent revisited a discussion on Tributes, Resolutions and Proclamations that was deferred at the April 24th meeting. With a full…
Read MoreVirginia Man Sentenced in Worcester County on Sex Charges
A McLean, Virginia man has been sentenced to serve 25 years in prison for convictions on charges of sexual abuse of a minor and third degree sex offense. Worcester County Circuit Court Judge Beau Oglesby suspended all but 10 years of the sentence and placed 32 year old Alexander Wu on 5 years of supervised…
Read MoreUMES 136th Commencement Friday Morning
The University of Maryland Eastern Shore will hold its 136th Spring Commencement on Friday, May 19 at 10am. University President, Dr. Heidi Anderson will confer degrees to 289 students at the William P. Hytche Athletic Center. Speaker of the Maryland House of Delegates, Adrienne Jones, will give the commencement address. The commencement will be live-streamed…
Read MoreUPDATED: Beach Replenishment Underway in Fenwick Island
UPDATED – 5/16/23 – Beach replenishment work is now progressing at both ends of the project area – in Rehoboth Beach and Fenwick Island. Public Affairs Officer for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Steve Rochette, tells the Talk of Delmarva that the contractor anticipates completing work in Rehoboth on May 22 and starting Dewey…
Read MoreNew Traffic Signal at Rt 113 & Avenue of Honor North of Millsboro
The Delaware Department of Transportation (DelDOT) announces to motorists that a new traffic signal is in place on Rt 113 at Avenue of Honor. The signal is on flash for 72 hours and will then be put on the normal green/yellow/red cycle. Use caution in the area.
Read MorePay to Park Now in Effect at the Beaches
If you’re heading to the beaches on Delmarva – get ready to pay to park. Meters or other pay to park options have been in effect in Lewes and Ocean City for several weeks. However on Monday, May 15th – Fenwick Island, South Bethany, Bethany Beach, Dewey Beach and Rehoboth Beach all went into summer-mode…
Read MoreDeadline to File as a Candidate for Blades or Millsboro Town Councils is Wednesday, May 17
Wednesday is the filing deadline for candidates to run for the town council in both Blades and Millsboro. The Blades election was postponed from April – and all candidates wishing to run need to reapply by Wednesday. Blades has the Mayor’s seat and two council seats up for election on Monday, June 5th. In Millsboro…
Read MoreSussex County Council to Revisit Discussion on Proclamations & Amendment to the County Reassessment Project
The Sussex County Council meets Tuesday morning in Georgetown. The Council will revisit a discussion related to Tributes, Resolutions and Proclamations. This was deferred during the April 24th meeting. The Council will also consider and Amendment to the Tyler Contract for the Reassessment Project which would extend the contract another year. Human Resources Director Karen…
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