Talk of Delmarva Fishing Report 07/18/24
User 284190339 · 07 – 18 – 24 Fishing Report Wednesday was cooler at the beach, but fishing was also cooler. At Lewes Harbour Marina the report was a slow day on the Angler with only some croaker to show for the day’s catch. A few private boats went out in the bay and managed…
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Magie Cannuli – Ocean City – 56th Street sunrise. Click for full view
Read MoreDover Man Arrested for Drug Offenses, Resisting Arrest
Delaware State Police have arrested a 34-year-old Dover man on multiple drug and resisting arrest charges after a pursuit near Seaford yesterday. According to State Police, yesterday shortly before 4 p.m., a member of the Sussex County Governor’s Task Force saw an Acura MDX fail to use its turn signal as it was turning onto…
Read MoreLicensed Clinical Social Worker Arrested for Sexual Abuse of Minor
A 66-year-old Parsonsburg, Maryland man has been arrested for the sexual abuse of a minor that occurred in Wicomico County several years ago as reported by the victim. Reginald Harrison Shockley was taken into custody on an outstanding arrest warrant in reference to the investigation on July 16th by Detectives with the Child Advocacy Center.…
Read MoreTwo-Vehicle Collision in Long Neck Area Under Investigation
Delaware State Police are investigating a two-vehicle collision that occurred yesterday afternoon at the back entrance to a shopping center in the area of John J. Williams Highway and Bay Farm Road. Emergency response units from Indian River included Rescue Units from the Oak Orchard and Long Neck facilities as well as the Delaware State…
Read MoreSelbyville Police Looking for Bank Fraud Suspect
Charges are pending as Selbyville Police look for a suspicious individual attempting to commit a fraud at the Bank of Ocean City within the corporate limits of Selbyville. Through investigative measures officers learned that the person (photographed below) used a false identification and attempted to fraudulently withdraw funds from an account. Anyone with information on…
Read MoreCape Henlopen School District Mourns Loss of Two Students in Vehicle Crash
The Cape Henlopen School District is mourning the loss of the sudden death of two of their students following a vehicle crash that occurred on Gills Neck Road in Lewes on the night of July 15th. According to Delaware State Police, the driver of a BMW had apparently been speeding before exiting the road at…
Read MoreDover Police Warns About Use of Gel-Blaster Guns
The Dover Police Department is putting out an alert about a recent uptick in calls regarding juveniles using Gel-Blaster guns, commonly referred to as Orbeez, including “drive-by” style incidents. If your child owns one of these Orbeez guns, Dover PD asks that you monitor their use and talk to them about the associated risks from improper…
Read MoreMobile Home Fire in Talbot County–Accidental
A mobile home fire that occurred late yesterday afternoon on Schockley Lane in Cordova, Talbot County has been ruled accidental. According to the Maryland Office of the State Fire Marshal, the fire was due to a mechanical and electrical failure in the water pump. The American Red Cross was notified of the fire to assist with…
Read MoreTalk of Delmarva Fishing Report 07/17/24
User 284190339 · 07 – 17 – 24 Fishing Report Tuesday was brutally hot at the beach. Lewes Harbour Marina reported that the Katydid had 15 flounder from ocean structure. In spite of the heat, two private boats ran to ocean and bay structure and caught flounder from the ocean and sheepshead from the bay…
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Jean Nussle – Powellville – Blue bird at Adkins Mill Park in Powellville. Click for full view
Read MoreUPDATED: Plane Crash Near Easton Under Investigation
UPDATED – 6:30pm – The deceased victim is identified as 56 year old Robert Eugene Merlini of Annapolis. Merlini was the pilot, and sole occupant of a twin engine Cessna that crashed in the Tred Avon River this morning. ============================================================ UPDATED – 2:30pm – Maryland State Police are investigating a plane crash just after 9:30…
Read MoreUPDATED: Sussex County Receives Payment in Lieu of Taxes from Federal Government
UPDATED – 07/16/24 – The Sussex County Council recognized two retiring employees during this week’s meeting. Denise Burns who worked in the Finance Department. She was a county employee for nearly 18 years. Thomas Jefferson, Jr. was a Paramedic 3 / EMS and worked for the County for over 33 years! Manager of Finance, Andrea…
Read MoreDover PD Arrest 4 for Patronizing Prostitutes
Dover Police in collaboration with the Delaware Department of Justice last week conducted an operation targeting prostitution in the downtown area. Four were arrested and all were charged with patronizing a prostitute within 1000 feet of a church. Two faced additional charges. Jerel Custis,38, of Dover, DE Kyree Custis, 33, of Dover, DE Charles Mosley,…
Read MoreDE Coastal Cleanup Set for September 14 – Several Ways to Volunteer
The Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control will host the 37th annual Delaware Coastal Cleanup on Saturday, Sept. 14 to help keep the state’s beaches and waterways clean. Volunteers can register now to clean up from 9 a.m. to noon at one of the 45+ designated cleanup sites. Volunteer registration is available for…
Read MoreStaying Safe During Extreme Heat & Cooling Centers
COOLING CENTERS: STAYING SAFE IN EXTREME HEAT: The Division of Public Health (DPH) is asking Delaware residents to prepare for extreme heat this week and prevent heat-related illness as temperatures rise. On hot days and warm nights, our bodies have less chance to recover, placing everyone at risk for heat-related illness. When temperatures and humidity…
Read MoreSomerset County Cooling Centers
Westover, Maryland – With temperatures in the upper 90’s and heat index forecast over 100 degrees, the following sites will be open this week in Somerset County to help residents stay cool: Princess Anne Library (11767 Beechwood St., Princess Anne) 10:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. Monday – Thursday 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. on…
Read MoreWorcester County Cooling Centers
Worcester County cooling centers are provided in times of extreme heat. Cooling centers in Worcester County, MD are: When in doubt, call 2-1-1 for a local cooling center near you.
Read MoreTalbot County Cooling Centers
From July 15-17th, the Talbot County Free Library of Easton and St. Michaels will act as cooling centers for anyone in the community who needs a cool environment. They will be open for use by the public, at times listed below. Easton Library 100 W. Dover St. Easton, MD 21601 St. Michaels Library 106 Fremont…
Read MoreDorchester County Cooling Centers
Dorchester County Public Library branches function as the County’s cooling centers. The following branches will be open as cooling centers on the following days and times: Cambridge Library: Branch hoursMonday – 10am – 6pmTuesday – 11am – 7pmWed.- Fri. – 10am – 6pmSaturday – 9 a.m-5 p.m Hurlock Library: Branch hoursMon – Wed – 10am…
Read MoreCaroline County Cooling Centers
These centers will provide a safe environment and relief from the heat during their regular hours. Please call ahead to confirm hours and availability.
Read MoreMilford PD Arrest 2 After Traffic Stop
Milford Police spotted a Silverado on NE Front Street traveling at a high rate of speed and initiated a traffic stop. The officer contacted the driver and observed signs of impairment. A DUI investigation was started – the driver was identified as 23 year old Sergio Gomez-Gonzalez of Lincoln, who refused field sobriety tests and…
Read MoreDelaware Electric Cooperative Issues Beat the Peak for This Afternoon
Due to the high temperatures, a Beat the Peak Alert has been issued for 3 to 6pm today for Delaware Electric Cooperative customers. DEC asks members to conserve energy. Collectively, this program has saved our members millions over the years. Saving Energy Tips:
Read MoreUPDATED: 2 Dead After Auto Crashes into Home and Bursts into Flames
UPDATED – 10:50am – A crash just before 11:30 on Gills Neck Road near Lewes has left two people dead. Delaware State Police say the driver of a BMW was traveling at an apparent high rate of speed, went off the roadway in a curve and struck a wall, tree and metal fence and caught…
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