Jake Smith Monologue – 02-13-23 – “IT WAS AS EASY AS 1-2-3”
DSP Investigating Robbery in Dover
Delaware State Police are investigating a robbery that occurred on North Dupont Highway in the area of Rose Bowl Road in Dover Friday evening. Police say the 28 year old victim was walking northbound when he was approached from behind by two unknown black males. One suspect held what the victim believed to be a…
Read MoreUPDATED: Farmington Man Dies after Felton Crash Saturday Morning
UPDATED – 02/12/23 – 5pm – The Delaware State Police have identified the man who died on February 11, 2023, in a fatal two-car collision in Felton as 90 year old Leslie Wix of Farmington ============================================================ A Farmington man is dead after a crash in Felton around 10:30 Saturday morning. Delaware State Police say an…
Read MoreTraffic Stop Near Seaford Leads to Arrest for Drugs and Weapons Offenses
Delaware State Police spotted a Civic on Coverdale Road near Seaford traveling at a high rate of speed just after 11:30 Friday night. Police made a traffic stop and contacted the driver who had no license and was nervous. Police learned that the driver, 29 year old Colby Camper of Harrington, had just purchased drugs…
Read MoreWGMD Radio Flea Market 2-11-23
Susan – 302-396-8508 – 2 Coral five way speakers, 100watts – $275 both – 2 Orange 48″ toboggans – $15 each – Homemade afghan, purple and white – $35 Elaine – 302-684-4444 – LOOKING FOR: Shiny finish wall board John – 302-945-1627 – Mobility Lift Hug-n-Go 350 – $600 Orvin – 302-236-2670 – Free range…
Read MoreMD 37B Delegate Tom Hutchinson Scholarship
The application for the 2023-24 Delegate Tom Hutchinson scholarship is now open and can be found online at www.citizensforhutchinson.com/marylandscholarship. You can also email Tom.Hutchinson@house.state.md.us to receive an application. Students who live in district 37B and who will attend a Maryland college or university as an undergraduate may apply. The scholarship is open to full-time or…
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Read MoreTwo Seaford Men Arrested for Illegal Lottery Operations by DE Dept of Safety & Homeland Security & Seaford Police
Delaware’s Department of Safety and Homeland Security Division of Gaming Enforcement and Seaford Police executed two search warrants in connection with illegal lottery operations. Officials identified two residences that were operating a lottery numbers game within the home – police have arrested 58 year old Jose Lopez at a home on Market Street and 36…
Read MoreDept of Corrections Hiring Event Saturday in Georgetown
Are you interested in a career in law enforcement and corrections? There is a Correctional Officer Hiring Event Saturday, February 11, in Georgetown from 8:30am to noon at the Delaware National Guard Facility on West Pine Street. Correctional officers and Human Resources professionals will be on hand to answer questions and provide information about working…
Read MoreUPDATED: HB 25 Would Remove Relief Payment from Federal Tax in DE & Signed by Gov Carney
UPDATED – 02/10/23 – If you’re waiting to send in your taxes because you received a 2022 Relief Rebate payment from Delaware, Governor John Carney has signed House Bill 25 which would essentially absolve residents from paying federal taxes on Delaware relief rebate checks. While the rebate was not subject to Delaware income taxes –…
Read MoreDNREC Awards Indian River Marina Restaurant Contract
DNREC has awarded a contract to operate the restaurant at the Indian River Marina to Big Fish Restaurant Group. The previous 10-year contract will expire at the end of this month. DNREC officials received two responsive proposals. The new contract is for a 10-year term and the existing restaurant space at the marina will be…
Read MoreDPH Reports Decreases in Covid-19 Cases & Hospitalization, but Increase in Covid-related Deaths
Delaware’s Division of Public Health says that there’s been a 28% decrease in Covid-19 cases since last month – and a 29% decrease in hospitalizations – however the number of deaths related to Covid are increasing. In January there were 68 Covid-related deaths – nearly twice the number from the month before – 54 of…
Read MoreUPDATED: DSP Arrest All 4 Suspects in Shooting Incident at Appoquinimink Basketball Game
UPDATED – 02/12/23 – The Delaware State Police have arrested a 16-year-old male from Middletown, Delaware in connection with the fight and fired gunshot that occurred during a basketball game at Appoquinimink High School last week. On the evening of February 10, 2023, the 16-year-old turned himself in to detectives at Troop 2, where he…
Read MoreSeveral Injured & Home Damaged in Thursday Afternoon Crash in Seaford
Seaford Police are investigating a vehicle crash Thursday afternoon at the intersection of North and Poplar Streets. Seaford emergency personnel also responded just after 4pm where they found a crash between two vehicles and a residence. Officials say four patients were taken to Tidal Health Nanticoke for evaluation and there was structural damage to the…
Read MoreDART Proposed Changes to Statewide Bus Services – Public Workshop Tuesday, Feb 14
DART will hold a public meeting Tuesday from 1 to 3pm at the Georgetown Public Library on West Pine Street. DART wants to hear your comments and input on proposed changes to its Statewide Bus Services – which are to become effective on May 21st. Tuesday’s meeting is the only Sussex County meeting and there…
Read MoreJake Smith Monologue – 02-10-23 – “The Devil’s Lair”
Mike Bradley with Former MD Governor and Congressman, Bob Ehrlich – 02-10-23
UPDATED: Kevin Seefried Sentenced to 3 Years in Prison in Capitol Breach
Kevin Seefried of Delaware has been sentenced to 36 months in prison for his actions in the January 6, 2021 Capitol breach. Both 53 year old Kevin and his 24 year old son, Hunter – both from Laurel were arrested in January of 2021 and found guilty of obstruction of an official proceeding and four…
Read MoreTax Refunds Held Until Next Wednesday, February 15th
All personal income tax refunds are being held until next Wednesday, February 15th in order to protect Delaware taxpayer dollars against refund fraud. This year’s filing deadline for personal income tax is Monday, May 1st. Delaware’s Division of Revenue began processing 2022 individual income tax returns on January 23, 2023. Additional Information from the Delaware…
Read MorePotential Legislation to Benefit Certain People in Delaware Who Pay Realty Transfer Tax Bill
Delaware has the highest real estate transfer tax in the nation at 4%. If you sell or buy a house for $250,000, the tax bill on that alone is $10,000. One bill that Delaware State Representative Bryan Shupe is sponsoring would target people in Delaware who need help–and tells WGMD’s Mike Bradley about who specifically…
Read MoreFour People Arrested in Camden on Drug Dealing, and Gun Charges
Delaware State Police have arrested four people who were then taken to Sussex Correctional Institution on drug dealing and gun charges. The individuals arrested include 23-year-old John Wyatte of Dover, 28-year-old Ronald Maddray, 21-year-old Briana Winder and 28-year-old Marvin Farlow. Troopers conducted a traffic stop at Redner’s Market on South Dupont Highway in Camden yesterday…
Read MoreJake Smith Monologue – 02-09-23 – “Character Flaw”
Maryland Road Closure to Detour Traffic on Delaware Roads
Beginning Monday, traffic will be detoured around a pipe replacement project on Route 568 (Hatchery Road) in Bishopville. The plan is to finish the project by Monday, February 20th. As a result, drivers will see detour signs beginning 9 a.m. Monday, February 13th. If you drive in that area, you’ll need to use the following…
Read MoreBarn Fire in Caroline County, MD Under Investigation
A fire that occurred on Ridgely Road in Ridgely– Caroline County is currently under investigation. According to the Office of the State Fire Marshal, it took 40 firefighters about 30 minutes to control the blaze, which started around 10:00 last night. A passerby noticed the barn on fire. Officials estimate the damage to be around…
Read MoreDelaware Organizations Helping Provide Opioid Abuse Prevention Programs
Delaware continues to struggle with opioid overdoses. As a way to combat this problem, the Divisions from the Delaware Department of Health and Social Services and the Department of Services for Children, Youth & Their Families are funding innovative prevention programs in the community to prevent opioid abuse among young athletes. The Delaware Division of…
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