Water Main Repair Today on Mill Street in Salisbury
As part of the City of Salisbury’s ongoing efforts to improve, repair, and maintain the water distribution system, the Department of Waterworks Utilities Division will be repairing a water main at 410 Mill Street on Tuesday, January 21.  To facilitate these repairs, Mill Street will be impassable from Isabella Street to West Chestnut Street.…
Read MoreUPDATED: Governor-elect Matt Meyer & Lt Governor Kyle Evans Gay to be Sworn In Tuesday Morning
Governor-elect Matt Meyer and Lt. Governor Kyle Evans Gay will take the formal oath of office Tuesday morning. The ceremony is at 9:30am – and has been moved because of the cold weather from outside of Legislative Hall to the William B. DeLauder Education and Humanities Theatre at Delaware State University. The ceremony is open…
Read MoreCity of Salisbury Announces Temporary Closure of Right Entryway to Upper Levels of Garage for Repairs
The City of Salisbury announces that the right entryway to the upper levels of the municipal garage will be temporarily closed for necessary repairs from Thursday, January 23, through Saturday, January 25, 2025. Â Flaggers will be on-site to direct traffic safely during this period. Motorists are urged to exercise caution when entering and exiting…
Read More2 Alarm Fire Destroys 4 Buildings on Franks Island in Somerset County
Firefighters from the Deal Island-Chance Volunteer Fire Company were called to Franks Island in Somerset County around 1:30 Monday afternoon. Firefighters arriving on the 20 acre privately-owned island found a fire that included 4 structures. Maryland State Fire Marshal investigators believe the fire began in a 32-foot by 60-foot structure. Strong winds and low tide…
Read MoreTalk of Delmarva Picture of the Day
ML – Lewes – Frozen water at St Martins Neck near Ocean City. Click for full view
Read MoreFederalsburg Teen Dies in Weekend Crash in Federalsburg
A two vehicle crash Sunday in Caroline County has left a 17 year old Federalsburg boy dead. Maryland State Police were called just before midnight on Sunday for a crash on Route 313 in Federalsburg. Police say the teen was a passenger in a Ford Fusion that rear-ended a dump truck that was stopped partially…
Read MoreEllendale Man Arrested for Theft of Pull-Behind Campers
An Ellendale man has been arrested on theft and related charges in the theft of pull-behind campers. Delaware State Police were called to Blacksmith Shop Road in Greenwood on January 12 for a reported theft of two campers. Police learned that on January 10th an unknown suspect in a black pickup stole a 28-foot Keystone…
Read MoreUPDATE: Runways, Taxiways & Ramps Open at Easton Airport
UPDATED – 01/20/25 – 4:45pm – Please note the following updates as of January 20, 2025, at 1630L: Runways: Runways 4/22 and 15/33 are open. Braking action is good. All taxiways and ramps are open. Braking action is good. As always, check NOTAMs before flying. Public Spaces: Please use extra caution in and around public areas and parking lots.…
Read MoreThree from Magnolia Arrested on Weapons & Drug Charges
Three people from Magnolia have been arrested after members of the Kent County Drug Unit, Kent County Governor’s Task Force and Delaware State Police SORT executed a search warrant at a house on Gray’s Lane in Magnolia. The search warrant was the result of an investigation of 58 year old Tina Burris, 22 year old…
Read MoreSomerset County Sheriff’s Office Investigates Suspicious Activity near Sharp Propane
The Somerset County Sheriff’s Office reports suspicious activity on Route 13 just south of Princess Anne on Friday, January 17th. Officials say that a concerned citizen spotted three men in a blue SUV taking photographs near the Sharp Propane Facility – the second report of this activity in two weeks. A Deputy who was nearby…
Read MoreInauguration of President Donald J. Trump – 47th President
In just over an hour President-elect Donald Trump will take the formal oath of office to become the 47th President of the United States. The motorcade is just leaving the White House enroute to the Capitol. Delaware U.S. Senator Chris Coons issued a statement ahead of the second inauguration of President Trump. “Today, Donald Trump…
Read MoreTalk of Delmarva Picture of the Day
Charles Wagoner – Indian River Inlet Bridge. Click for full view
Read MoreTwo Vehicle Crash West of Millsboro Sends 7 to Area Hospitals
Seven people were injured in a two vehicle crash Saturday morning west of Millsboro. Delaware State Police tell the Talk of Delmarva that the driver of a Nissan Altima that was southbound on Careys Camp Road failed to stop for a stop sign and collided with a Buick SUV that was eastbound on Millsboro Highway.…
Read MoreGreenwood Voters Elect Branden Cessna & AJ Massey to Town Council
UPDATED – 01/19/25 – Greenwood voters have opted for change. Brandon Cessna was the top vote-getter in Saturday’s election with 82 votes followed by Anthony “AJ” Massey with 65. Incumbent Mike Moran won 41 votes and Luis Muniz received 12. Cessna and Massey will be sworn in at the next Council meeting and the Council…
Read MoreCity of Salisbury Closures for Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day on January 20
The City of Salisbury honors the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. on Monday, January 20, 2025. This day serves as an opportunity to reflect on Dr. King’s enduring vision of justice, equality, and unity.  In observance of the holiday, all City of Salisbury offices will be closed on Monday, January…
Read MoreWicomico County Closures for Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
Wicomico County Government Offices will be closed Monday, January 20, 2025, in observance of the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Birthday Celebration. On Monday, January 20, 2025, the Newland Park Landfill, Convenience Center and Brush Pile will be opened. All external Convenience Centers, Upper Ferry and Whitehaven Ferry will be closed. For more information, please…
Read MoreGovernor-Elect Meyer’s Inaugural Celebration Events Include Donation Drive in Seaford
Governor-elect Matt Meyer has been busy lately with Inaugural Celebration Events leading up to the big day on Tuesday, January 21st. One of his stops was in Seaford yesterday (Saturday) for a donation drive. The Talk of Delmarva’s Joe Ciccanti has more…
Read MoreFive Charged after Laurel Drug Investigation
A drug investigation by Laurel Police ended with the arrest of five people. Police executed a search warrant on Friday at the Hollybrook Apartment Complex where they seized crack cocaine, methamphetamine and U-S currency. Laurel Police arrested: 43 year old Paul Parker of Laurel 38 year old Otis Williams of Laurel 36 year old Brian…
Read MoreTalk of Delmarva Radio Flea Market 01/18/25
Jim – 305-469-5005 – Italian leather ottoman off-white – $35 – Blue rug 8’x10′ – $10 – Off white loveseat – $100 Owen – 302-386-9493 – Orange Gretsch electromatic hollow body, tv jones pick up – upgraded tuning machine with case – $600 Vince – 302-462-7889 – 1975 Corvette project car – $4000 – 1979…
Read MoreSalisbury Fire Department & City of Salisbury Awarded Grant to Battle Opioid ODs and Addiction
A $542,000 grant has been awarded to the Salisbury Fire Department and the City of Salisbury from the Maryland Office of Overdose Response. This is a two-year grant designated for the enhancement of opioid overdose and addiction response efforts – as well as community outreach and education. The Salisbury Fire Department plans to utilize these…
Read MoreGas Prices on the Rise – Crude Oil Costs Higher
Gas prices are on the rise. The national average for a gallon of gas increased 4 cents in the past week to $3.11. In Delaware the price increased 9 cents to an average of $3.13. Crude oil also increased ending the week $1.31 higher that a week ago – at $77.88 per barrel. “Domestic gasoline…
Read MoreUPDATE: Life in Prison Plus 30 Years for Salisbury Man Convicted in Fairground Drive Shooting in Wicomico County
UPDATED – 01/17/25 – A Salisbury man has been sentenced for murder. The Wicomico County State’s Attorney’s office says 26 year old Antonio Oliver was convicted by a Wicomico County jury last October. On Thursday Oliver was sentenced to life in prison plus 30 years with 10 of those thirty years without the possibility of…
Read MoreGov Hall Long Orders Adaptive Reuse Study of Former DSP Troop 7 Property on Coastal Highway in Lewes
Governor Bethany Hall Long has ordered an adaptive reuse study of the former State Police Troop 7 on Coastal Highway to determine the best future use of that property. The study will be done by the Office of Management and Budget – and public input will be included. The 6000-square-foot building was vacated in 2019…
Read MoreWorcester County Closures for Martin Luther King Jr. Day on January 20
Worcester County Government offices, including all five Branch Libraries and Recreation and Parks, will be closed Monday, January 20, 2025, in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Normal business hours will resume Tuesday, January 21. The Central Landfill and Homeowner Convenience Centers will be open Monday during standard hours of operation.
Read MoreUPDATED: Berlin Police Department Cancel Alert – Missing Man has been Located
UPDATE 1/17/25 at 2:55pm – Joseph has been located. Thank you all for your assistance.  ==========================  The Berlin Maryland police Department has issued a critical missing person alert. 24-year-old Joseph Bunner Jr. was last seen on foot at about 11:30 a.m. leaving The Willows, on 312 Maple Avenue in Berlin. He told his…
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