Lord Baltimore Elementary Recognized as National Blue Ribbon School for 2023
Nationwide there are 353 schools that have been recognized as National Blue Ribbon Schools for 2023 – and three of them are in Delaware. Blue Ribbon Schools are based on a school’s overall academic performance or progress in closing achievement gaps among student subgroups on assessments. The three Delaware schools include Lord Baltimore Elementary School…
Read MoreUPDATED: Donations Being Accepted for Surviving Family Members After Fatal House Fire in Georgetown
UPDATED – 9-19-23 – A GiveSendGo fundraiser has been set up for the family affected by the fire on East Market Street in Georgetown last week. Both the 87 year old and 18 month old victims have died from their injuries. The surviving family includes several adults and children of various ages ranging from age…
Read MoreJake Smith Monologue – 09-19-23 – “Where is the Retaliation?”
Special Event Zone in Effect in Ocean City through Sunday
If you’re in Ocean City – a reminder that the Special Event Zone is now in effect. The Special Event Zone lowers the speed limit to a maximum of 30mph and increases fines for violations. A larger police presence throughout town can also be expected through Sunday, September 24th. The special even zone pertains to…
Read MoreNew Maryland State Record for Sheepshead
A new State Record has been set for sheepshead in Maryland. This record is for the Chesapeake Bay Division and Maryland Natural Resources officials say the 16.6-pound fish was caught by Brian Summerlin of Princess Anne on Sunday in Tangier Sound. The sheepshead’s weight was confirmed on a certified scale at Kool Ice and Seafood…
Read MoreFirst Human West Nile Virus Case in MD – on Eastern Shore
An Eastern Shore resident is recovering from West Nile virus. Maryland Department of Health confirmed that this patient tested positive last week. Health officials say about 80% of people who are infected will not display any signs of illness, but those who have underlying health conditions could become seriously ill. Additional information from Maryland Department…
Read MoreDSP Charge Frederica Man with 3rd Offense DUI
Delaware State Police were tipped to an incident Monday morning around 8:30 where a driver of a red minivan struck several curbs and was all over the roadway in the area of North Main Street and East Walnut Street in Magnolia. A trooper observed the minivan crossing the fog line on South State Street and…
Read MorePittsville Fire Accidental
Firefighters in Pittsville were called for a structure fire on Truitt Street around 11:30 Monday morning. Crews arriving at the scene found heavy fire through the roof of a detached garage. State Fire Marshal investigators say the fire was discovered by a neighbor. The blaze began in the garage and the cause was accidental –…
Read MoreTalk of Delmarva Fishing Report 9-18-23
User 284190339 · 09 – 18 – 23 Fishing Report Monday was not a good day for fishing in the ocean or bay. No boats left the dock at Lewes Harbour Marina or out of Indian River Marina. I spent over an hour checking Facebook and could not find a single local fishing report. At…
Read MoreTalk of Delmarva Picture of the Day
Dave Nelson – Ocean View – Strange cloud over Ocean View. Click for full view
Read MoreDSHA Still Providing Housing Assistance Through Programs Set Up during Covid-19 Emergency
Final federal assistance is available through early 2024 and the Delaware State Housing Authority has launched three new temporary programs to address barriers to achieving and maintaining homeownership for affected populations. These programs were launched as part of the state’s ongoing response to the COVID-19 public health emergency. The Delaware Mortgage Relief Program, Delaware Diamonds…
Read MoreInvestor Protection Unit Puts Pig Butchers on Ice – AGAIN
Delaware Attorney General Kathy Jennings is warning Delawareans about cryptocurrency scam. Full text from release from AG Jennings: The Investor Protection Unit of the Delaware Department of Justice has issued a Summary Order to Cease and Desist against respondents linked to a cryptocurrency scam known as the “pig butchering scam.” A twist on the typical…
Read MoreDSP Investigation Leads to Arrest of Three Frankford Residents on Drug & Weapons Charges
Three Frankford residents have been arrested by Delaware State Police on drug and weapons charges after police executed a search warrant at a home on North Branchwood Place Friday morning around 6. The search warrant was the result of a multiple month-long drug investigation an 21 year old Anthony Morris who was suspected of large-scale…
Read MoreOcean City Prepared for Possible Pop-up Rally Car Event
Historically, the “Pop-up Rally” car event occurs near the end of September. In anticipation of the possibility of the event coming back to Ocean City, all roads within the Town of Ocean City will be designated a Special Event Zone beginning Tuesday, September 19th through Sunday, September 24th. While the event appears to have moved…
Read MoreMagnolia Man Arrested for Drug and Firearm Offenses
A traffic stop Friday afternoon led to the arrest of a Magnolia man on drug and firearm charges. Members of Dover’s Drugs, Vice and Organized Crime Unit and Street Crimes Unit were conducting a firearm investigation related to 20 year old Isaac Jones-Riddick and stopped him in a vehicle in the area of South DuPont…
Read MoreMike Bradley with Dave Stevenson of the Caesar Rodney Institute – 09-18-23
Talk of Delmarva Fishing Report 9-17-23
User 284190339 · 09 – 17 – 23 Fishing Report Sunday the weather improved and boats were able to reach the ocean structure. Monday is supposed to be a bit damp but I expect that will not stop the larger boats from fishing. Lewes Harbour Marina reported that the Katydid had flounder and sea bass…
Read MoreTalk of Delmarva Picture of the Day
Ritchie G – NYC – On Rt 30 between Georgetown and Millsboro – a perfect country sunrise. Click for full view
Read MoreDover Woman Charged with Identity Theft
A Dover woman has been arrested for identity theft and other offenses. Delaware State Police were called to West Market Street in Georgetown in July for a reported fraud. Police learned that a bank account a 51 year old male victim from Millsboro had been fraudulently overdrawn and was subject to closure. A financial crimes…
Read MoreSeaford Man Arrested for Assault & Weapons Offenses
Delaware State Police were called to Jones Dogwood Lane in Bridgeville for an assault on Thursday. When police arrived they found two injured female victims and witnesses. Police learned that the suspect, 51 year old Richard Weston of Seaford argued with the two victims – aged 54 and 36 – after repeatedly trespassing onto their…
Read MoreTalk of Delmarva Fishing Report 9-16-23
User 284190339 · 09 – 16 – 23 Fishing Report Saturday saw small craft advisories up once again and they will remain through Saturday night. They may come down on Sunday, but the seas might not drop out until afternoon. When I was young and foolish those five and six footers were nothing, now that…
Read MoreSeaford Man Arrested on Drug Charges
A Seaford man has been arrested on drug charges. Members of the Sussex County Governor’s Task Force on patrol in the vicinity of an unoccupied property on Neal Road in Lincoln spotted 41 year old Eric Davis arriving at the property in a pickup and observed what appeared to be several drug deals. A detective…
Read MoreTalk of Delmarva Radio Flea Market 9-16-23
Dennis – 410-458-2582 – Grey metal frame twin bed with head and foot boards and almost brand new foam bed – $100 – Twin Sheets and bed mattress – $12 each Mark – 610-653-5702 – LOOKING FOR: Garage space to store 20ft Jaguar sedan long term willing to pay top dollar with 30 miles radius…
Read MoreTalk of Delmarva Fishing Report 9-15-23
User 284190339 · 09 – 15 – 23 Fishing Report The hurricane has made for some lousy weather along our coast and small craft advisories were up on Friday and are already up for Saturday. There is also a special warning for strong rip currents along the Delaware ocean coast. Please take this seriously. We…
Read MoreFREE Parking Returns Saturday in Downtown Rehoboth!
Friday, September 15, was the last day visitors had to pay for parking or display a parking permit for the 2023 season in Rehoboth Beach. It’s free parking until the 2024 parking season starts on May 15. Businesses are anxiously awaiting you! The Rehoboth Beach Patrol will have some lifeguards on duty through Sunday, September…
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