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Governor Meyer Announces Key Health Commission Appointments
Today, Delaware Governor Matt Meyer announced the appointment of Dr. Neil Hockstein as the chair of the Delaware Health Care Commission and Dr. John Powell and Cheri Clarke Doyle as commission members. According to the Office of the Governor, Dr. Hockstein, Dr. Powell, and Ms. Clarke Doyle bring the experience, insight, and strategic focus needed to…
Read MoreRehoboth Beach Designated Tree City USA Status for 34th Year
Rehoboth Beach has been named a Tree City USA for the 34th consecutive year, recognizing its commitment to urban forestry. This year, the city secured a $5,000 Delaware Department of Agriculture grant to remove invasive species, including three overgrown Bradford Pear trees at the Silver Lake tot lot. In their place, five River Birch trees…
Read MoreDelmarva Power Reminds Delaware Customers to Take Action to Secure Energy Assistance
Delmarva Power is reminding customers to take advantage of Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) funding for the winter heating period, which runs through March 31st. Customers are advised to act now to seek out assistance, as LIHEAP is a first come, first serve program and is only available until funding runs out. Grants are…
Read MoreFruitland Home Fire Displaces Occupants; Firefighter Treated for Heat-Related Illness
Occupants of a one-story single-family home with an attached garage are being assisted by the American Red Cross after a fire occurred early yesterday afternoon, March 18th in Fruitland. According to the Maryland Office of the State Fire Marshal, the fire at 108 Moore Avenue started in the garage ceiling and was accidental–caused by failure of the electrical branch circuit.…
Read MoreMedical Supply Chain Resiliency Act Introduced
Bipartisan legislation has been introduced to jump start trade negotiations to ensure that hospitals, doctors, and patients have access to critical medical goods. The Medical Supply Chain Resiliency Act was introduced by U.S. Senators Chris Coons, Thom Tillis (R-N.C.), John Cornyn (R-Texas), and Michael Bennet (D-Colo.). Senator Coons stated that life-threatening shortages of testing kits,…
Read MoreProgress Made in Dewey Beach Town Hall/Public Safety Building Project
In Dewey Beach, the new Town Hall/Public Safety Building project continues to move forward. The old parking building on Coastal Highway was demolished to make way for Phase I– the new Public Safety Building to house the Town Hall, Police Station, Alderman Court and Parking Enforcement. According to the Town of Dewey Beach monthly newsletter,…
Read MoreDE Correctional Officer Arrested on Drug Charges and Official Misconduct
A Correctional Officer at the James T. Vaughn Correctional Center in Smyrna has been arrested after an official misconduct investigation by the Department of Correction and Delaware State Police. Delaware State Police were called to the Correctional Center on Sunday after the DOC learned that 27 year old Yesenia Martinez-Morales of Wilmington had smuggled over…
Read MoreMD DNR New Boating Regulation Adopted: Speed Zones for OC Canals & Inlets and Fenwick Ditch Area
The Maryland Department of Natural Resources has proposed expanding a portion of the Fenwick Ditch speed zone to include waters approximately 0.2 miles west of the current line toward Montego Bay. Gregg Bortz of MD DNR tells the Talk of Delmarva that the proposed expansion will also modify a small portion of the current Ocean…
Read More19 Officers Graduate from Dover Municipal Police Academy
Nineteen officers have graduated from the Dover Municipal Police Academy. The graduation ceremony was last Friday, March 14 at Dover Middle School. This is the culmination of a 21 week training academy. Graduating recruits will be moving on to 12 local police agencies. Graduating Recruits from the 2025 City of Dover Municipal Police Academy: City…
Read MoreFrankford Man Sentenced for Assault & Drugs in Wicomico County
A Frankford man has been sentenced for assault and drugs in the Circuit Court for Wicomico County. On February 3rd, 35 year old Isaiah Phillips pleaded guilty to 2nd degree assault and possession of a large amount of morphine. Sentencing was deferred and last Friday, Phillips was sentenced to 25 years in prison with all…
Read MorePublic Hearing Workshops Tuesday & Wednesday for May 2025 DART Service Change
Delaware transit riders – and the public – are invited to attend an upcoming public hearing workshop to provide input and comments on proposed changes to DART Statewide Bus Services – which will become effective on May 18th. There are two downstate meetings – at the Rehoboth Beach Public Library on Tuesday, March 18th from…
Read MoreGeorgetown Man Arrested by DSP for Home Improvement Fraud
Delaware State Police Financial Crimes Detectives began investigating 58 year old Dave Moncavage of Georgetown for home improvement fraud last October. Moncavage operated under the business name of Advanced Interiors. Detectives learned that Moncavage signed contracts with 2 victims and received over $24,000 in payments but the work has never been completed. Detectives obtained warrants…
Read MoreUPDATED: Delaware State Police Homicide Detectives Investigating Murder-Suicide in Delmar
UPDATED – 03/17/25 –Â Delaware State Police have identified 42 year-old Tracie von Arx of Delmar, Delaware, as the victim in the murder-suicide last week in Delmar. The suspect, 56 year-old Larry von Arx, also of Delmar, committed suicide during this incident. The Delaware State Police Homicide Unit is actively investigating this incident. Detectives are asking…
Read MoreMaryland Man Charged with Home Improvement Fraud in Sussex County
A Westminster, MD man has been arrested for home improvement fraud in Sussex County. Delaware State Police began investigating 26 year old Dylan Crew last October – Crew was operating under the business name of Coastline Contractors Group, LLC. Detectives learned Crew signed contracts with six victims for residential renovations and other construction – and…
Read MoreDRBA Adopts 2025 Capital Improvement Program & Five-Year Strategic Plan
The Delaware River and Bay Authority (DRBA) has adopted its 2025 Capital Improvement Program (CIP) along with an Authority-wide Five Year Strategic Plan for its airports and crossing facilities. The 2025 CIP is $178.5-million – and includes $131.7-million in Authority resources and over $48-million in federal, state and local grant funds. The Five-Year Strategic Plan…
Read MoreHarrington Woman Charged with Resisting Arrest During Traffic Stop in Felton
After a traffic stop on Route 13 Thursday morning by Felton Police, officers learned the driver, 41 year old Russheena Lewis of Harrington did not have a valid driver’s license. After the defendant exited the vehicle she charged at the officer and a physical confrontation occurred until she was taken into custody. Lewis is charged…
Read MoreTraffic Stop Leads to Drug Arrest in Felton
A traffic stop Saturday by Felton Police ended with an arrest for drugs. Police stopped a vehicle Saturday just before 1pm on South Dupont Highway in Felton and during the stop police learned that the driver, 35 year old Danielle Clendaniel of Felton was in possession of 12 bags of suspected heroin and drug paraphernalia…
Read MoreUPDATED: Two Men Indicted and Charged in Sexual Abuse Case
Two men have been indicted on multiple charges of sexual abuse of a juvenile between 1994 and 1996. Attorney General Kathy Jennings says the victim suffered profound trauma over a period of years. An anonymous report to the Diocese of Wilmington and investigation by Wilmington Police found evidence that 80 year old Father John Taggart…
Read MoreDE High Angle Rescue Team Assists Ocean City Fire & Police
Just after 11 Sunday morning, Ocean City Fire personnel and police were called to 85th Street to check on the welfare of a person experiencing a mental health crisis. With assistance from neighboring Delaware Department and the Delaware High Angle Rescue Team the situation was resolved and the scene cleared after just over 2 and…
Read MoreDSP Investigating Road Rage Incident Near Smyrna on Friday
Delaware State Police are investigating a road rage incident that occurred Friday night just before 9pm on Route 1 near Smyrna. Investigation shows that a black Infinity and black pickup were involved in a road rage incident while driving southbound on Route 1 where the suspect vehicle collided with the rear of the victim’s vehicle…
Read MoreDNREC to Begin Spraying Woodland Pools to Control Mosquitoes Tuesday, March 18
The Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control will begin its annual spring spraying of woodland pools to control aquatic immature (larval) mosquitoes as early as Tuesday, March 18, with spray operations continuing through mid-April, weather permitting. The spring spray campaign by DNREC’s Mosquito Control Section will begin in southern Sussex County, then expand…
Read MoreNCCo Roadwork for I-95/Rt 896 Interchange Monday thru Thursday
If you’re heading into New Castle County – expect daytime single lane closures this week beginning Monday, March 17th through Thursday, March 20th on northbound I-95 for truck access. Single lane closures will impact I-95 and ramps between the Route 896 interchange and the Welcome Center between 9am and 6pm. This is weather permitting. CLICK…
Read MoreLewes Canal Crossing Water Main Project Scheduled to Go Online Tuesday
The Lewes Board of Public Works has received approval from the State of Delaware to proceed with operations on the Canal Crossing Water Main Project. The Canal water line is scheduled to go online on Tuesday, March 18 – and shortly after the connection of services will begin. That will be the next key milestone…
Read MoreUnemployment in DE Remains Steady, but Sussex County Increases 1%
Unemployment in Delaware remained steady at 3.6% from December to January – and lower than the national rate of 4%. In Sussex County unemployment increased from 3.2% in December to 4.2% in January. The Office of Occupational and Labor Market Information has released its annual revisions to prior-year employment estimates. Private Education and Health Services…
Read MoreDrought Conditions on Delmarva Increase Wildfire Risk – Outdoor Burning Restrictions in Several Counties & Delaware
The Worcester County Fire Marshal is warning of heightened wildfire risks to to ongoing moderate drought conditions, high winds and low humidity. Wildfire activity has been on the rise and the Fire Marshal’s office strongly urges you to avoid outdoor burning or to exercise extreme caution if burning is necessary. These conditions endanger personal property…
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