Staying 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…
Read MoreMike Bradley with Delaware GOP Congressional Candidate, John J. Whalen III – 07-16-24
Wicomico County – Cooling Centers
COOLING CENTER OPENS IN WICOMICO COUNTY A cooling center will be open Tuesday, July 16, 2024, in the Flanders Room at the Wicomico County Civic Center from 1:00PM-8:00PM and Wednesday July 17, 2024 from 3:00PM-6:00PM in the Arena Lobby. Temperatures with the heat index will be over 105 degrees. The Civic Center is located at…
Read MoreTalk of Delmarva Fishing Report 07/16/24
User 284190339 · 07 – 16 – 24 Fishing Report Monday was brutally hot at the beach. Lewes Harbour Marina said several charter boats went shark fishing on Monday catching a releasing the big critters in the nearshore waters. The Katydid had some flounder and sea bass from ocean structure. A few private boats worked…
Read MoreTalk of Delmarva Picture of the Day
Diana Kemler – Milton – Foxes in the back yard after the rain. Click for full view
Read MoreDozens Speak Out on Controversial Policy before Milford School Board
The Milford School Board has been discussing a revision to Policy 6103 “With Regard to Adherence to the Curriculum” for at least a month after it was brought up at last month’s school board meeting. During Monday night’s School Board meeting, board member Dr. Adam Brownstein revealed how this policy revision came about – from…
Read MoreBusinesses, Local Governments, and Economic Development Organizations on the Eastern Shore to Benefit from $3.4-million in State Funding
Over $3.4-million has been awarded from three state programs to assist small businesses and support local revitalization projects and activities on the Eastern Shore. Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development Secretary Jake Day says that 28 businesses, local governments and place-based economic development organizations in an effort to spur community revitalization, expand small business…
Read MoreMilford PD Arrest 3 Juveniles in Reckless Endangering Incidents
Milford Police were called to three separate incidents Friday night where people reported being shot with a hard object or pellet from a passing silver sedan throughout town. None of the victims required medical attention. Police were able to locate the vehicle and a 16 year old male was arrested. The teen was in possession…
Read MoreRehoboth Beach Planning Commission Approves Belhaven Hotel with Conditions
The Rehoboth Beach planning commission has approved the site review plan for the proposed Belhaven Hotel – planned for 2 Rehoboth Avenue on the boardwalk. On Friday, the City Planning Commissioners added 10 amendments to the plan – which included drop off zones and adding a second loading/unloading berth, the screening of refuse storage, and…
Read MoreChange-of-Command for USS Delaware
A change-of-command ceremony was held last week for the USS Delaware pierside at Naval Submarine Base New London in Groton, Connecticut. Commander Robert Low turned over command of the Virginia-class fast-attack submarine to Commander Jason Patton, who has served previously on four other submarines. Delaware was commissioned in April of 2020 and has a crew…
Read MoreMD Closes Chesapeake Bay Striped Bass Fishing 7/16 – 7/31
Beginning Tuesday through the end of July, striped bass fishing is closed in the Chesapeake Bay and its tidal tributaries. Maryland Department of Natural Resources officials say this closure is needed to protect the species. When water and air temperatures rise during the hottest part of the summer, fish are more vulnerable to dying after…
Read MoreDelaware State Fair Begins Thursday – Watch for Travel Changes Around Fairgrounds in Harrington
The Delaware State Fair begins on Thursday. Expect changes in travel in the area around the Fairgrounds in Harrington. On Thursday East Fairground Road between East Street and Route 13 will be closed through Sunday, July 28th. Detours are posted – the eastbound lane will be used to increase the safety of pedestrians accessing the…
Read MoreUPDATED: Delmar Area Crash Leaves 1 Dead and 4 Injured
UPDATED – 07/15/24 – Delaware State Police have identified 48 year old King Dona of Salisbury, Maryland, as the man who died in a fatal crash that occurred on Friday night in Delmar. ====================================================================== ORIGINAL STORY – 07/13/24 – A crash Friday night west of Delmar left one man dead. Delaware State Police say around…
Read MoreRehoboth Beach Commissioner Candidate News
With less than a month to election day, the commissioner candidates in Rehoboth Beach are keeping busy! Craig Thier attended meet-and-greets on Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Here he is in the beautiful home of Sonie and Hoyte Decker on Friday. Thier emphasizes that he is a full-time resident with expertise in finance and prior experience serving…
Read MoreTalk of Delmarva Fishing Report 07/15/24
User 284190339 · 07 – 15 – 24 Fishing Report Sunday saw decent weather but fishing was still poor for those seeking flounder and sea bass. The good news is dolphin (mahi) did show up close enough to shore for small boats to reach. When I called Lewes Harbour Marina, they were very busy, but…
Read MoreBiden Spends One Day in Rehoboth Because of Trump Assassination Attempt
President Joe Biden cut short his beach visit after the apparent assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump. The President’s 20+vehicle motorcade crossed Rehoboth Beach six times this past Saturday as he spent less than a day at the beach before returning to The White House. The President hasn’t had such a hectic day in…
Read MoreBuy A Lifeguard A Lunch at Lori’s!
Rehoboth Beach Patrol lifeguards quickly figured out where to find the most reasonable and healthiest meals in town during their lunch break… It’s at Lori’s Oy Vey! Cafe in the CAMP Rehoboth courtyard off Baltimore Avenue. Sarah Herrmann and coworker Kathy Dillon noticed that they had the same lifeguards returning each day for lunch. “We were trying…
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