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Joe Campbell – Millsboro – North end of the Rehoboth Boardwalk from the Henlopen Hotel. Click for full view
Read MoreDelaware State Police Arrest Dover Man on Firearm and Drug Charges
Delaware State Police have arrested a Dover man who was found to be in possession of drugs and several weapons, including a concealed handgun. Last night at about 10:00 p.m., a trooper assigned to the Governor’s Task Force saw a bicyclist merge onto northbound N. Dupont Highway from White Oak Road in Dover without using…
Read MoreDelDOT Traffic Alert- Lane Closures on US 13 at Redden Road
If you plan to travel in the area of US 13 at Redden Road, you’ll see road crews there on Tuesday. The Delaware Department of Transportation (DELDOT) in partnership with the Delaware Natural Resources and Environmental Control (DNREC) announced lane and shoulder closures in that location for remediation efforts as a result of an accident involving…
Read MoreMarty Rendon Announces Candidacy for 14th Representative District
Commissioner Marty Rendon of the Delaware Human and Civil Rights Commission this week announced his candidacy for the 14th Representative District. Rendon has served on the Commission for four years and is Chair of the Commission’s Legislative Committee. Prior to his commission service, he ran Congressional relations for UNICEF in Washington for 25 years and…
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Scott Thornton – Felton – Birds playing in the puddles. Click for full view
Read MoreTravel Advisory as Salisbury University Students Arrive on Campus for Move-In Day
Salisbury University Police have issued a traffic advisory on Camden Avenue between College Avenue and Pine Bluff Road from 6 a.m.-1 p.m. Thursday, August 24th as approximately 750 new students and their parents come to campus for Move-In Day. They comprise nearly half of this year’s near-record class of some 1,400 first-year students at SU.…
Read MoreReport: Delaware is building 14th most homes in U.S.
Among all U.S. states, Delaware is building the 14th most homes relative to the number of existing homes, according to a new report by Construction Coverage. In 2022, there were 14.0 new housing units authorized per 1,000 existing homes in Delaware—a total of 6,417 new units. You’ll find a table with data on more than…
Read More37-Year-Old Man Convicted in Wicomico County of Sex Crimes
Following a two-day trial, a Wicomico County jury, presided over by the Honorable Kathleen L. Beckstead, Chief Judge of the Circuit Court for Wicomico County, this week convicted 37-year-old Tracy Matsatsos, Jr., of multiple sex crimes. Those crimes include two counts of Sexual Abuse of a Minor, two counts of Third-Degree Sexual Offense, and two…
Read MoreJake Smith Monologue – 08-17-23 – “I Solemnly Swear!”
Talk of Delmarva Fishing Report 8-16-23
User 284190339 · 08 – 16 – 23 Fishing Report The weather and the seas were more accommodating for fishing on Wednesday. We didn’t get a report from Lewes Harbour Marina on Wednesday and I suspect most if not all of the charter boats were fishing in the Flounder Pounder Tournament. Charles Corrar’s Delaware Citation…
Read MoreDelaware State Police Investigating Fatal Moped Crash
A Wilmington woman is dead after falling off a moped and landing on a curb. She had been heading north yesterday afternoon on Hebron Road approaching a sharp left curve just north of Canal Crossing Road in Rehoboth Beach. She failed to negotiate the curve leading to the scooter striking the curb. 49-year-old Darka Becker…
Read MoreGriffith Lake Boat Ramp Closed Due to Dam Safety Concerns
The Griffith Lake boat ramp and parking lot on Williamsville Road near Milford is to close effective immediately due to construction activities associated with dam safety concerns. Water flow problems at the Griffith Lake dam initiated the closure. Anglers who fish from a boat or shore from public fishing access areas at Griffith Lake can alternatively use…
Read MoreMike Bradley with Ron Poliquin, Attorney for Former Delaware State Auditor Kathy McGuiness – 08-16-23
Flagger Injured From Being Hit by Vehicle in Construction Zone
The Talk of Delmarva has learned that a flagger in a construction zone–a 47-year-old woman from Greenwood– has been taken to an area hospital for serious injuries to her left side after being hit by a vehicle at around 10:30 a.m. Tuesday. The incident occurred on Camp Arrowhead Road south of John J, Williams Highway.…
Read MoreDelDOT Traffic Alert: Work to Begin Next Week on Felton Area Bridge
The bridge on SR 15 (Canterbury Road) over Coursey Pond will have routine maintenance to allow for the cleaning and painting of the steel beams and the cleaning and coating of all concrete surfaces. According to DelDOT, you can expect lane closures between Monday, August 21st and October 20th (weather permitting). Motorists should use caution and expect…
Read MoreGovernor Carney Signs Legislation Aimed at Improving Mental Health Resources for Delawareans
Governor John Carney has given final approval to three bills, the purpose of which is to increase mental health resources for students and improve access to behavioral health care. The governor this morning signed into law House Bill 3, House Bill 4, and House Substitute 2 for House Bill 160. Governor Carney says this package of legislation strengthens the…
Read MoreThree Arrested Following Drug Investigation in Dover
Three individuals have been arrested following an investigation into the illegal sale of drugs at a home on Halsey Road in Dover. As a result of the search warrant, officers located a 16-gauge shotgun, .380 ammunition, 1.2 grams of crack cocaine, 27.6 grams of heroin, drug paraphernalia, and stolen mail/credit cards. In addition, during the…
Read MoreGovernor Moore Announces Major Action to Rebuild State Government and Modernize MD Department of Information Technology Services & Operations
In Maryland, plans are underway to rebuild state government and modernize operations within the Maryland Department of Information Technology. To improve core services, the state will employ its first-ever chief technology officer; first-ever chief digital experience officer; first-ever AI advisor; and first-ever director of accessibility. Governor Wes Moore says the Moore-Miller administration is committed to…
Read MoreMillsboro Man Sentenced for Possessing Destructive Device and Threatening Group Home
A Millsboro man has been sentenced to 87 months in federal prison for possessing a destructive device known as a “Molotov Cocktail.” The Honorable Richard G. Andrews pronounced the sentence. According to court documents, 25-year-old Job Gillette had threatened to “blow up or burn down” the group home where he lived and had amassed seventeen…
Read MoreTwo Homes in Dover Struck by Gunfire
Dover Police are investigating a shooting in which two homes were struck on Forrest Avenue in Dover. Police believe the incident occurred overnight Monday into early Tuesday morning. Both homes were occupied, but no injuries were reported. Police have no leads at this time. This investigation is ongoing and anyone with information is asked to…
Read MoreTalk of Delmarva Fishing Report 8-15-23
User 284190339 · 08 – 15 – 23 Fishing Report Tuesday was not a good day to go fishing. Rough seas prevented many boats from running to the ocean flounder and sea bass grounds and those that did found the fishing was not worth the effort. Lewes Harbour Marina said the high boat for the…
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Shane Bowden – Delmar – Kashkeco Farms – Blond Roast. Click for full view
Read MoreOC Residents Can Sign Up for Local Emergency Notifications with OC Alert
OC Alert is available to Ocean City residents. Public safety officials sat this is a free trial service that will allow you to get notifications sent from state and local authorities – in the event of weather, traffic or other emergencies. The information can be received by email, text or voice message. Community members are…
Read MoreFormer Camden Mayor Accepts Plea Deal after Confrontation
The now former mayor of Camden has pleaded guilty to disorderly conduct and hindering prosecution and no contest to offensive touching after a physical confrontation with two teens at a car wash owned by 41 year old Justin King. The confrontation occurred in late February when King confronted two 19 year olds who King claimed…
Read MoreChancellor McCormick Takes Brief Leave of Absence
Delaware Chancellor Kathaleen St. J. McCormick has taken a temporary absence from the Court of Chancery for medical reasons. The Court of Chancery anticipates her return to duty at the end of September and her absence is not expected to affect Court operations. Matters that she has taken under advisement prior to hear leave will…
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