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MD State Fire Marshal Warns of Concerning Social Media Trend with Electronic Devices
The Maryland State Fire Marshal is alerting you to a concerning trend that is circulating on social media – the “Chromebook Challenge.” Officials say students insert electrically conductive objects like pencils and other metallic objects into the charging ports of school-issued and personal electronic devices which have resulted in sparks and smoke and in some…
Read MoreSalisbury Home Damaged by Fire Thursday Afternoon
Fruitland firefighters were called to Shad Point Road in Salisbury Thursday afternoon around 4:30 for a structure fire. Firefighters arriving at the scene found smoke and fire and additional crews were called to assist at the scene or provide backup. Maryland State Fire Marshal investigators say there were smoke alarms present and activated and the…
Read MoreSouth Bethany Voters to Elect 3 to Town Council Saturday, May 10
Voters in South Bethany go to the polls on Saturday to elect 3 people to the town council. Each term is 2 years. There are five candidates running. Incumbents Christine Keefe (R) and Cindy Van Horn (R) are challenged by Russell Beland (R), Steven Gallagher (NR) and Mark Giler (NR). Current councilman Tim Shaw is…
Read MoreResolution Passes State Senate to Designate May as Small Business Month in DE
A resolution has passed in the State Senate that designates May of 2025 as Small Business Month in the State of Delaware. Senate Concurrent Resolution 64 is sponsored by Senator Dave Wilson and says that Delaware’s small business community makes significant contributions to the state’s economy and workforce. There are over 28,600 small businesses that…
Read MoreBill Introduced to Prohibit Selling, Distributing or Offering Expanded Polystyrene Foam Products
Legislation has been introduced into the Delaware General Assembly that would prohibit retail stores and wholesalers from selling, distributing or offering for sale expanded polystyrene foam products. Senate Bill 130 was introduced Wednesday by Senator Trey Paradee. The measure would include foam food service packaging, coolers and loose fill packaging. The measure if awaiting consideration…
Read MoreDE State Senator Eric Buckson Introduces Resolution to Bring Caesar Rodney Statue to Dover
South Dover State Senator Eric Buckson has introduced a resolution to return the Caesar Rodney equestrian statue to Kent County. The statue was removed from Wilmington’s Rodney Square in 2020 after and is currently in storage. Rodney, who was a slave owner, was also one of the signers of the Declaration of Independence and rode…
Read MoreHebron Train Depot Car Show – Wheels that Heal Car Club – Road Closure on Saturday
?Road Closure Notice – Levin Dashiell Rd, Hebron, MD ? Date: Saturday, May 10, 2025 Time: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM Reason: Hebron Train Depot Car Show – Wheels that Heal Car Club Event The last 600 feet of Levin Dashiell Rd (highlighted in red) will be closed from Chestnut Tree Rd to Chestnut St…
Read MoreBethany Beach Police Looking for Laurel Woman after Incident at an Airbnb
Bethany Beach Police were called to Evans Avenue for reports of a disorderly subject punching holes inside a house. The owner of the Airbnb rental reported the incident – however police had been called to the same address the night before for reports of a loud party. Police learned that 21 year old Nijae Harris…
Read MoreDSU Commencement Ceremonies on Friday in Dover
Delaware State University celebrates its 133rd commencement on Friday. Over 1000 students will receive their undergraduate and graduate degrees. The undergraduate ceremony begins at 8am in Alumni Stadium. The keynote address will be from CEO of Full Circle Strategies, Jotaka Eaddy. Graduate students will receive their degrees at 1pm in the William B. DeLauder E…
Read MoreMaryland State Police Investigating Fatal Two-Vehicle Crash In Somerset County
One person is dead and three others injured after a two-vehicle crash that occurred shortly before 5:30 p.m. yesterday in Somerset County. Around 5:21 p.m., troopers from the Maryland State Police Princess Anne Barrack responded to the area of Ocean Highway (U.S. Route 13) at Flower Hill Church Road for the report of the crash. Police say…
Read MoreDelaware State Police Arrest Georgetown Woman for Reckless Endangering
Delaware State Police arrested 26-year-old Inessa Bagwell of Georgetown for reckless endangering after she drove toward a Correctional Officer on May 2nd. The incident occurred on Reynolds Pond Road in Ellendale, where Bagwell was initially asked to leave for interacting with inmates working under the supervision of the officer. She later returned, argued with the…
Read MoreMDOT Info Regarding Toll Debt Text Scams
Phony texts continue to circulate claiming recipients have debt to pay for using a toll road. The Maryland Department of Transportation in a statement makes clear that Maryland does NOT send texts for toll debt. Officials say this scam seeks to obtain your credit card numbers, user names & passwords. To report these scam texts…
Read MoreSex Trafficker Pleads Guilty in Delaware Federal Court
A 48-year-old Georgia man has pleaded guilty in Delaware federal court to transporting a woman for the purpose of prostitution. The case began in July 2023 when a 911 call led police to a hotel in Dover, where the victim was found. Investigators learned that Robert Sloan drove the victim from North Carolina to Delaware,…
Read MoreFire in Parsonsburg Caused by Juvenile Playing with Matches
A fire that was accidentally caused by a juvenile playing with matches in a bedroom occurred early this morning on Jones Hastings Road in Parsonsburg. The area in which the fire started was the bed—box spring mattress. An adult in the home, who discovered the fire soon after, put out the blaze before firefighters arrived.…
Read MoreDelaware Natural Resources Police to host 39th Annual Youth Fishing Tournament
The 39th Annual Youth Fishing Tournament, hosted by Delaware Natural Resources Police, will take place on Saturday, June 7th from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at public ponds in each Delaware county. Open to children ages 4 to 15, the event is free but requires preregistration by Friday, May 23rd. Locations include Blockhouse Pond (Lewes),…
Read MoreSnow Hill Voters Choose Council Representation; Official Results to be Confirmed May 28th
The Snow Hill Board of Elections announced unofficial results of the Town’s general election yesterday, May 6th. Incumbent Aaron W. Lumpkins received 60 votes, while challenger Madelyn Lampron received 8, making Lumpkins the unofficial winner for the Central District Council seat. Out of 584 registered voters, 71 total votes were cast–including 2 absentee ballots collected…
Read MoreDover Man Injured in Shooting
A 23-year-old Dover man has been injured after a shooting overnight. The investigation began at 3:20 a..m. when Dover Police received information about the shooting which had occurred on Stevenson Drive. The victim sustained a gunshot wound to the lower body. According to the investigation, the 23-year-old man was standing outside in the unit block…
Read MoreImproved Cell Coverage Coming to the Bivalve Area, Wicomico County
Cell coverage for local residents, first responders, and businesses in and around the Bivalve area in Wicomico County A new communications tower will be installed as part of a tower lease agreement with Cellco Partnership d/b/a Verizon Wireless. The Wicomico County Council approved Resolution 53-2025, authorizing the lease agreement. County official say this is a…
Read MoreOvernight Route 90 Closure Planned for Wednesday Night to Thursday Morning
Drivers who use Route 90 into Ocean City – there will again be a road closure Wednesday beginning at 7pm until 5am Thursday morning – weather permitting. Maryland Transportation officials tell the Talk of Delmarva that crews were not able to complete the repair work in April as additional work was located. This closure Wednesday…
Read MoreUPDATE: Town of Easton General Election Results
UPDATE 05/07/25: The Town of Easton’s May 6th General Election results are in, which include the respective wins of the following individuals: Don Abbatiello, Robert Rankin, and Rev. Elmer Neal Davis Jr. for Council President, Ward 2 Councilperson, and Ward 4 Councilperson. While the outcome will be unaffected, the Board of Canvassers will still tally…
Read MoreGovernor Moore Signs Legislation Focused on Education, Veterans, and Military Families
Governor Wes Moore today presided over the third bill signing ceremony of 2025, which included the Excellence in Maryland Public Schools Act—a key piece of the Moore-Miller Administration’s legislative agenda. The legislation signed today was crafted to strengthen Maryland’s public education system, ensure greater access to state benefits for Maryland’s veterans and military families, and…
Read MoreIndian River School District To Host Public Meetings For Referendum–Vote to be Held June 5th
The Indian River School District will host three public meetings in the coming weeks to highlight the current expense referendum scheduled for Thursday, June 5th. The public meeting schedule is as follows:  Wednesday, May 14 – Millsboro Middle School, 7:00 p.m. Wednesday, May 21 – Lord Baltimore Elementary School, 7:00 p.m. Wednesday, May 28 – Indian River High…
Read MoreDelaware State Police Arrest Dover Man for Attempted Residential Burglary in Newark
Delaware State Police have arrested 63-year-old Kevin Johnson of Dover, for an attempted burglary that occurred early Thursday morning at a residential property in Newark. Upon arriving in the overnight hours on May 1st, troopers located Johnson on the property and attempted to take him into custody. Initially, he did not comply with verbal commands…
Read MoreFood as Care: New Delaware Committee to Address Health Through Nutrition
Today, Governor Matt Meyer announced the creation of the Delaware Food is Medicine Committee — a statewide initiative aimed at improving health outcomes, reducing healthcare costs, and strengthening local food systems through nutrition. The committee’s mission is to help shift Delaware’s healthcare approach from reactive treatment to proactive prevention by formally integrating food into healthcare…
Read MoreMotorcyclist Dies After Collision with Vehicle in Milford
The Milford Police Department is investigating a fatal motorcycle crash that occurred around 6:00 p.m. on May 2nd. A white Chevrolet Malibu was turning left into a residence on North Church Street when a black Suzuki motorcycle, attempting to illegally pass on the left at high speed, collided with the vehicle. The 34-year-old motorcyclist, Robert…
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