Resurfacing of Route 50 in Worcester County to Begin Thursday
It’s no trick – on Halloween, the Maryland Department of Transportation will begin milling and paving on Route 50/Ocean Gateway east from the Wicomico County line to Old Ocean City Road/MD 346. Drivers should expect major traffic impacts and delays with single-lane closures during the resurfacing project weekdays from 7am to 6pm – times are…
Read MoreMajor William Crotty Named 27th Colonel of DSP
Major William Crotty has been named the 27th Colonel of the Delaware State Police – effective November 1st. Major Crotty’s promotion to the rank of Colonel marks the culmination of a distinguished career of over 27 years of dedicated service – which began in January of 1997 as a member of the 66th DSP Academy…
Read MoreTalk of Delmarva Fishing Report 10/28/24
User 284190339 · 10 – 28 – 24 Fishing Report Sunday the weather wasn’t that bad but no boats fished from Lewes Harbour Marina. Old Inlet Bait and Tackle reported stripers were caught during the night on drifted sand fleas and live eels. In the early morning, between first light and sunrise, small stripers, with…
Read MoreFenwick Island Dredging Project Moves to the South Channel
The north channel dredging is complete in Fenwick Island. Town officials report that the equipment has been moved to begin the dredging of the south channel, which should now be underway – and the project is well ahead of schedule to be completed by November 12th. Dredging activity takes place between 7am and 7pm Monday…
Read MoreTalk of Delmarva Fishing Report 10/27/24
User 284190339 · 10 – 27 – 24 Fishing Report I wish I had better news about fishing on Saturday, but between the small craft advisory on the ocean and the unusually poor reports from Indian River Inlet, it seems staying home and watching collage football was the better choice. Of course, I happen to…
Read MoreTalk of Delmarva Radio Flea Market 10/26/24
Mike 302-236-5301 – OCT 27 – FRETS FOR VETS FUNDRAISER 8100 Seashore HWY Bridgeville 3-7pm check out the Fret for vets Facebook page – https://www.facebook.com/frets4vets.org Marvin – 410-430-5930 – 1000 watt Grow light full spectrum, new in box, 12 by 12 – $45 – Echo Quest Flair air purifier – $70 – Electrolux commercial…
Read MoreTalk of Delmarva Fishing Report 10/26/24
User 284190339 · 10 – 26 – 24 Fishing Report Friday, we had a pretty good heave on the ocean, but boats from Lewes decided to give it a try anyway. All but one returned to port. The Katydid managed to get in a half-day trip with a decent catch of sea bass. When I…
Read MoreDrug Take Back Day – Saturday, Oct 26
Today is National Prescription Drug Take Back Day. This aims to provide a safe, convenient, and responsible means of safely disposing of prescription drugs, while also educating the general public about the potential for abuse of medications. Drugs must be in a container such as a pill bottle, box, blister pack, or zip lock bag.…
Read MoreCISA at Regional News Conference Addresses Election Security Concerns
The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) yesterday held a virtual news conference in the Mid-Atlantic region (CISA Region 3), with CISA Director Jen Easterly to discuss steps being taken to ensure the security and resilience of the 2024 elections. During the conference, Easterly said that in her role, she has spent over three years…
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Theresa Olsen – Millville – Sunset at Holts Landing. Click for full view
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Jean Nussle – Powellville – Blue bird at Adkins Mill Park in Powellville. Click for full view
Read MoreOcean City to File Lawsuit Against BOEM over US Wind Project
The Town of Ocean City has obtained the legal services of Marzulla Law, LLC, to file a lawsuit against the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) in connection with the US Wind project. Resort officials are continuing their efforts to protect the coastline and community and this action is being taken with the unified support…
Read MoreAccidental Fire Damages Home Under Renovation in Westover
Princess Anne firefighters were called to a home on Revells Neck Road in Westover for a structure fire just after 2pm on Friday. Firefighters found a two-story home under renovation – with no smoke alarms present. Investigation by the Maryland State Fire Marshal’s office found the fire was accidental and that it began on the…
Read MoreHouston Man Arrested by Milford Police after Altercation Tuesday
Milford Police were called to North Washington Street on Tuesday for an altercation between a man and two women. Police were told the man had a firearm and ran from the scene. Police were able to locate the man in a parking lot on Park Avenue and detained him. The firearm was also located. Further…
Read MoreDE Office of the Marijuana Commissioner Holds Public License Lottery
On Thursday, the Office of the Marijuana Commissioner (OMC) held a public license lottery to determine the selection of applicants across several categories – including cultivation, manufacturing, retail and testing – for Delaware’s regulated marijuana industry. Member of the Delaware General Assembly and oversight bodies and independent auditors were on hand to witness the proceedings…
Read MoreConstruction on Shared-Use Path Along Crisfield Hwy Underway in Somerset County
Maryland Transportation crews began work last week on the next phase of the 12-mile shared-use path that will run parallel to Maryland 413/Crisfield Highway from Route 13 to the Big Annemessex River in Somerset County. The path is a pedestrian and bicycle path and also includes a parking lot, new signage and pavement markings. There…
Read MoreEaston Airport Runway Closure
On Monday, Runway 4/22 at the Easton Airport will be close at 9am, except for scheduled large aircraft arrivals and departures ONLY. The runway will reopen on Friday, November 1 at 7pm. This is all part of the Airfield Modernization Program which is well underway. There are no weekend closures expected. Runway 15/33 will remain…
Read MoreJake Smith Monologue – 10-25-24 – The Forgotten
Somerset County Public Schools Responds to Recent School Bus Issue
Last week was National School Bus Safety Week – but on Thursday, Somerset County schools operated on a delayed opening because of issues with some of the school buses. Buses are inspected several times a year and during a recent Motor Vehicle Administration inspection event, several buses of the same make were called into question…
Read MoreEaston PD Arrest 3 for Assault and 4th Suspect to be Charged with Attempted 1st & 2nd Degree Murder
Four men have been arrested by Easton Police on active arrest warrants. Three of the men, aged 18 and 20, are charged with assault, reckless endangerment, false imprisonment and other offenses and have been released to the Talbot County Detention Center. The 4th suspect, 24 year old Raven Todd of Laurel, DE is charged with…
Read MoreGov Moore Orders Review of Information Sharing Procedures for Youth Charged or Convicted of Violent Crime
The Maryland State Board of Education has taken immediate action to amend its regulations regarding youth who have been charged with or convicted of violent crime – and are attending public school in Maryland. This week Governor Wes Moore ordered the Department of Juvenile Services to lead an interagency review of information sharing procedures for…
Read MoreTalbot County Burn Ban Issued
Talbot County has issued a burn ban which is in effect from 2pm Friday, October 25th until Sunday, November 24th at 2pm, however the ban could be extended – or terminated under subsequent resolution. This ban was enacted by the Talbot County Council by an Administrative Resolution, which has banned ALL open-air burning throughout the…
Read MoreLong Lines Greet Voters for 1st Day of Early Voting in Delaware
Early voting began at 11 Friday morning – with long lines at many polling locations. Sussex County Election Director, Bo McDowell tells the Talk of Delmarva that voters arrive hours before the polls opened and they are currently working through the large backlogs and hope to catch up before the polls close at 7pm. Today…
Read MoreGov. Carney Issues Statewide Drought Watch
Delaware Governor John Carney has issued a statewide drought watch until further notice – on guidance from the Delaware Water Supply Coordinating Council. Delawareans are asked to voluntarily reduce outdoor uses of water during the drought watch. This comes as a result of the continuing scarcity of precipitation throughout the state – particularly northern New…
Read MoreOcean City Police Looking for Bank Robbery Suspect
Ocean City Police need your help to identify a suspect from a bank robbery in the midtown area just after 9 Friday morning. If you can identify this suspect – contact Detective Amy Gutowski at 410*520-5314. Anonymous tips may be left by calling 410-520-5136 or submitted via https://oceancitymd.gov/oc/departments/police/crime-tips. (Reference case # 2024-004794)
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