DNREC to Launch Drive-On Surf Fishing Reservation System, Tues, May 16

Beginning next Tuesday, DNREC will launch a drive-on surf fishing reservation system for Delaware State Parks. This pilot program is for Delaware State Parks drive on, multi-use beaches. Reservations are required during peak times during the summer. For annual and two-year surf fishing permits, reservations will be required weekends and holidays from 8am to 4pm…

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Talk of Delmarva Fishing Report 5-9-23

Tuesday saw small craft advisories up and no boats went out. DNREC has released its pilot plan for vehicle beach access on the weekends during the summer and on holidays. Beginning on Saturday, May 20 through Labor Day, Monday September 4, those with annual and two-year surf fishing permits will be required to purchase reservations…

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Neighbor Arrested After Shot Fired at Home in Dover

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An investigation into shots fired at a home on Cathy Avenue in Dover has led to the arrest of a neighbor. Delaware State Police were called last Thursday after a homeowner reported his home was struck by gunfire. Police learned that a 13 year old boy was in his room earlier in the day when…

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Talk of Delmarva Fishing Report 5-8-23

Sunday was another good fishing weather day. Clark at Old Inlet Bait and Tackle sent the results of the Old Inlet Spring Surf Fishing Tournament. The winner of the Open Division was Michael Deirker with 35 points. The top place in the Women’s Division ended up in a tie. Anita Chandler and Samantha Moyer each…

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UPDATED: Search Ends for Missing Swimmer in Ocean City

UPDATED – 5/7/23 7:15pm – Ocean City Police confirm that a body found on the beach at 4th Street early Sunday morning is the missing swimmer – 21 year old Praise Ezechibueze of New Jersey. Police say a citizen walking on the beach reported the body on the beach and members of the Major Crimes…

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Frankford Man Arrested on Weapons Charges

A call for a man with a gun led to the arrest of a 28 year old Evelio Alvarez of Frankford late Saturday night. Police were heading to Robin Hood Road in Delmar when they learned Alvarez was driving off in a Dodge Durango. Troopers found the SUV on Old Stage Road in Laurel and…

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Cheswold Man Charged with 9th Offense DUI

A traffic stop in Dover Saturday afternoon resulted in a DUI arrest for a Cheswold man. A Delaware State Trooper on patrol spotted a pickup truck swerving on South Dupont Highway near Walnut Shade Road. The trooper stopped the pickup and contacted the driver, 44 year old Christopher Harris, and smelled alcohol coming from his…

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DSP Investigating Shooting in Dover Saturday Night

A shooting just before midnight Saturday in Dover is under investigation by Delaware State Police. Police responded to South Governors Avenue where they found a 19 year old Dover man who was shot in the leg as he left a nearby party. Several vehicles were also struck during the incident – as well as the…

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National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Weekend

The US and Maryland flags are to be flown at half-staff on Sunday in honor of the 2023 National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Weekend in Emmitsburg, Maryland. The flags are to be flown at half-staff from sunrise to sunset. At 10 this morning the memorial service will honor the 1884 firefighters who died in the line…

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Delaware State Fire Marshal’s – Juvenile Fire Setter Intervention Program Discourages Fire Play Among Kids

The Delaware Office of the State Fire Marshal is promoting the nationwide Arson Awareness Week starting on May 7, 2023 – May 13, 2023. This year’s theme is Understanding and Mitigating Youth Fire Setting Issues.  The Delaware State Fire Marshal’s – Juvenile Fire Setter Intervention Program specifically deals with children, ages 2-18, involved in starting…

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Talk of Delmarva Fishing Report 5-7-23

Saturday saw some good weather and much better fishing. Hook ‘em and cook ‘em reported a pending new Delaware state record for tog. James Milano of North Babylon, New York caught the 22.9-pound tog while fishing aboard the No Limit with Captain Jon Azato. They were over ocean structure. The old record was 21-pounds, 7.7…

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