VIDEO: MD Sen. Ben Cardin Will NOT Run for Re-election in 2024
Maryland Senator Ben Cardin has announced that he will not seek re-election at the end of his current term. He says he has run his last election and will not be on the ballot in 2024. Cardin was first elected to the Maryland House of Delegates in 1968 and became one of the youngest Speakers…
Read MoreUPDATED: Investigation into Shooting in Rehoboth Beach Continues
UPDATED – 12pm: Rehoboth Beach Police were called to a hotel on Christian Street just after noon on Sunday for a possible suicide in one of the rooms. Police found two victims with gunshot wounds to the head as well as loaded 90mm handguns near each victim. Police determined the 28 year old male victim…
Read MoreCharges Filed in Hit & Run Death of Gavin Knupp
Charges have been filed in the death of Gavin Knupp in Berlin last July. The Worcester County State’s Attorney filed the charges – 17 traffic offenses including failure to immediately stop vehicle at scene of accident involving bodily injury – on Friday, April 28, against 22 year old Tyler Mailloux of Berlin. On July 11,…
Read MoreTalk of Delmarva Fishing Report 5-1-23
With small craft advisories up for Sunday and up again on Monday plus lots of rain on Sunday I don’t think anyone was fishing. A couple of the tackle shops I called were closed and the others had nothing to report. Let’s hope this weather pattern changes in May. The rest of this week is…
Read MoreJake Smith Monologue – 05-01-23 – “Its Morning Again in Delaware!”
Talk of Delmarva Picture of the Day
Mitchel King – Ocean View – Bayside at Fenwick Island State Park near South Bethany. Click for full view
Read MoreTwo Indicted for Murder after October Home Invasion & Shooting in Seaford
A Milford man and two juveniles from Seaford have been arrested in connection with an October home invasion and shooting death on West Stein Highway in Seaford. Delaware State Police identified 20 year old Trent Ingalls of Milford and a 17 year old and 15 year old both from Seaford as suspects – and last…
Read MoreWorld War II Tower 3 Open to the Public
After 15 years and $1.7-million in renovations and repairs, World War II Tower 3 at the Delaware Seashore State Park has opened to the public. An open house was held Saturday and those visiting have full access to the top of the tower for 360-degree views of the Atlantic Ocean, the State Park and Delaware’s…
Read MoreTalk of Delmarva Fishing Report 4-30-23
With small craft advisories up on Saturday and right through Sunday plus heavy rain and flood advisories up for Sunday as well not too many folks will be fishing. Old Inlet reported that a keeper rockfish was taken from the inlet early in the morning and shorts were caught during the day. White bucktails and…
Read MoreDelaware Republicans Elect New Leadership
The Delaware GOP held its statewide convention today at the Modern Maturity Center in Dover.There’s new leadership for the Delaware GOP. The only contested seat was for Chair and Julianne Murray was elected as the new state Chairwoman. She won 182 votes to incumbent Chair, Jane Brady’s 156 votes.The other three leadership positions were not…
Read MoreTalk of Delmarva Radio Flea Market 4-29-23
Toni – May 6 – Yard sale 8am at Bethany Glen on Route 26 across from turtle walk Dean – 302-644-4472 – Craftsman table saw, oldie but a goodie – $159 Ron – 410-430-7882 – LOOKING FOR: Large chicken coup for 10 chickens or more – 14ft jon boat and trolling motor – $1000…
Read MoreGas Prices Leaning Lower
Lower oil prices are bringing a lower price at the pump. The National average for gas dropped 6 cents last week to $3.62. The average price for regular unleaded in Delaware is at $3.46 – a drop of 8 cents in the past week. AAA Mid-Atlantic officials say demand for gasoline has increased while gasoline…
Read MoreTalk of Delmarva Fishing Report 4-29-23
We are going through a period of very nasty weather and I don’t think anyone will be fishing for the next few days. Certainly no one was out on Friday with gale warnings and rain all day. The storm on Saturday and Sunday is supposed to be stronger. Let’s hope these storms will be the…
Read MoreWGMD Picture of the Day
Amy Davis – Rehoboth Beach sunrise. Click for full view
Read MoreGeorgetown Celebrates Arbor Day & Recognition as 2022 Tree City USA
Georgetown Mayor Bill West has signed a proclamation recognizing April 23 through 29 as Georgetown Arbor Week – and Friday, April 28th as Georgetown Arbor Day. Mayor West reminds everyone that tress are important to Georgetown – not only for beautification – but they enhance the downtown and yards – and increase property values. Earlier…
Read MoreDSP Celebrate 100 Years
The Delaware State Police are 100 years old – and a centennial ceremony was held at Legislative Hall on Friday morning. The ceremony celebrates the State Police’s 100 plus years of service to Delaware citizens and visitors. The agency has been in existence for over 100 years, but didn’t become a full-service police agency until…
Read MoreFinal Short Term Public Health Emergency Extension Announced
The final short-term extension of the Public Health Emergency has been announced by Governor John Carney on Friday. Barring any unforeseen circumstances, the Governor plans to terminate the order of May 11th – the same day that the federal public health emergency is to expire.
Read MoreUPDATED: DE State Republican Convention Friday & Saturday
The Delaware GOP Convention begins tonight in Dover with the State Committee Dinner – and special guest Kellyanne Conway. Saturday is the State Organizational Convention. Economist and Author Loren Spivack is the guest speaker. State GOP membership will also elect a State Chairperson, Vice-Chair, Secretary and Treasurer. Saturday morning’s festivities begin at 8:15 for breakfast…
Read MoreRescue Dog a Signature Away From DE Official State Dog
Through the years, the Delaware General Assembly has approved short-lived bills for the official state dog. For some time Delaware’s State Dog has been the Golden Retriever. However state lawmakers are making a change – and have approved Senate Bill 37, which designates rescue dogs as the official state dog. A rescue dog is one…
Read MoreLegislation to Extend Time for Temporary Tags Passes State House
Legislation that will increase the length of time for a valid temporary tag has been passed in the State House. House Amendment 1 to HB 111 would increase the length of time from 60 days to 90 days – or until the issuance of a permanent registration. The measure also keeps a temporary registration plate…
Read MoreDE State Lawmakers Urge Congressional Delegation to Deschedule Marijuana
In March, the Delaware State Senate approved Senate Resolution 11, which urges the Delaware Congressional Delegation to deschedule marijuana. Currently marijuana is still a Schedule 1 Controlled Substance, which is intended for exceptionally dangerous substances with high potential for abuse and no medical use. However marijuana currently has many accepted medical uses in the US…
Read MoreUPDATED: Race Weekend in Dover: Watch for Changes because of Weather / Sunday’s Race Moved to 1pm
It’s race weekend at the Monster Mile in Dover. The weather for the weekend is not the best and Dover Motor Speedway and NASCAR are closely monitoring and changes in the schedule of events that are needed. There are three races this weekend – the ARCA Menards Series race Friday night has been postponed until…
Read MoreTalk of Delmarva Fishing Report 4-28-23
Thursday was a bit nasty on the ocean and bay. To the best of my knowledge no boats left their docks or trailers. The long-range forecast right through the weekend is pretty bad. A gale warning for Friday and probably one for Saturday. Sunday doesn’t look to good right now. Old Inlet Bait and Tackle…
Read MoreWGMD Picture of the Day
Kimberly Sprout – Millsboro – Butterfly tasting an azalea. Click for full view
Read MoreUpdated Beach Replenishment Photos of Rehoboth Beach
The Beach Replacement is now well underway at the north end of the boardwalk in Rehoboth Beach, DE. Here are some photos.
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