Can You Identify This Person of Interest in Crisfield Fires?
Between September and December of last year, the Maryland State Fire Marshal has investigated several fires in the Crisfield area. The State Fire marshal’s office has now identified a person of interest in those fires and other investigations – if you can identify this man – contact the State Fire Marshal’s office at 410-713-3780 or…
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Charles Parkhill – Long Neck osprey. Click for full view
Read MoreSaturday is Last Day to Recycle Christmas Trees in DE
Saturday is the final day that Delaware residents can drop their real Christmas trees off to be recycled. DNREC officials remind you to remove all decorations, lights and tinsel – and fake snow – and remove the tree stand. Most Sussex County drop off sites are still accepting Christmas trees – however not all are…
Read MoreWicomico Sheriff’s Office Investigating Fatal Crash Wednesday on East Salisbury Parkway at Tilghman Road
A Salisbury woman died from injuries in a crash early Wednesday morning in the area of East Salisbury Parkway and Tilghman Road. Salisbury Police say the investigation is ongoing. The crash occurred just before 5am and investigation reveals that a Honda Civic and Ford Escape were involved in the collision – with both vehicles heavily…
Read MoreDPH to Close Covid-19 & Vaccine Call Centers
Due to a low volume of calls – Delaware Public Health will close the Covid-19 call center and the vaccine call center after Tuesday, January 31st. Critical Covid-19 information will still be available on the DPH Coronavirus website or by calling 2-1-1. Additional information from DPH: Delawareans may still access critical COVID-19 information on the…
Read MoreDSP Investigating Shots Fired at a Seaford Home Early Friday Morning
An occupied home was damaged by gunfire just after midnight Friday morning on Nylon Avenue in Seaford. Delaware State Police were contacted by a 19 year old woman about the incident. There were two 21 year old men in the home at the time as well – no one was injured. Police did recover numerous…
Read MoreUPDATED: Charges Filed after Threats at Parkside & Wicomico High Schools Investigated; Schools found Safe
UPDATED – 01/26/23 – A student at Parkside High School has been charged in connection with a threat that was found at the school on January 20th which put the school on a “safe in place” notification for much of the morning. Investigation by the Wicomico County Sheriff’s Office led to the 15 year old…
Read MoreCardin, Scott Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Create U.S. Tax Code Parity for Beauty Salons
Legislation introduced by U.S. Senators Ben Cardin of Maryland and Tim Scott of South Carolina would empower beauty services providers, such as barbers, manicurists, skincare specialists, and hairstylists by expanding the Federal Insurance Contribution Act (FICA) tax tip credit. The legislation would allow these businesses to be treated similarly to the food and beverage sector,…
Read MoreJake Smith Monologue – 01-26-23 – “No Room For Traitors”
Mobile Home Fire in Dorchester County Ruled Accidental
An accidental, electrical failure under a mobile home in Reliance, Dorchester County led to a fire that started in the living room, according to preliminary information by the Maryland State Fire Marshal’s Office. The fire on Partridge Lane yesterday afternoon caused an estimated $50,000 in damage. It took 25 firefighters about 45 minutes to control…
Read MoreUpdate on New Route 113 Traffic Signals
Work continues on two new, “full color,” steady stop-and-go traffic signals, which are being installed along Route 113 at Governor Stockley Road and Avenue of Honor–between Georgetown and Millsboro. The new traffic lights are aimed at improving intersection safety. Once complete, the new steady, green/yellow/red signal operations will be in effect 24 hours a day,…
Read MoreVIDEO: Governor Carney Presents FY24 Recommended Budget
Governor John Carney today presented his recommended budget for Fiscal Year 2024, which includes investing in the state workforce and healthcare… Regarding what they call historic pay increases, in most cases previous increases for state employees landed in the 1 to 2% range. This year, the recommendation is a 3 % pay increase for all…
Read More2023 Off to Deadly Start on Delaware Roads
2022 was a deadly year on Delaware roads, and this year is not off to a good start either. Delaware State Representative Ruth Briggs-King tells WGMD’s Mike Bradley about the rash of recent fatal accidents in Sussex County… She says that with the trend of increasing traffic and the problem of speeding and distracted driving,…
Read MoreMike Bradley with Economist and Author, Loren Spivack aka “Dr. Truth”, Guest – Sussex GOP Cabin Fever Event – 01-26-23
Proposed Legislation to Eliminate Death Penalty in Delaware
Legislation just introduced would eliminate the death penalty in Delaware. As such, the penalty for a person who is convicted of first-degree murder for an offense that was committed after the person’s 18th birthday is imprisonment for the remainder of the person’s natural life without benefit of probation or parole or any other reduction. A…
Read MoreLaurel Area Intersection to be Converted into All-Way Stop
An All-Way Stop Control will be installed at the intersection of Camp Road and Bethel Road in the Laurel area. According to DelDOT, the plans are currently in the design phase. The intersection will likely be converted to an All-Way Stop by this summer. As more information becomes available on the timing of the conversion,…
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Nick LaRusso – Sunrise along Whaley Road near Laurel. Click for full view
Read MoreDelaware State Police Arrest Two Men for Felony Drug Charges Following Traffic Stop
Two men are at Sussex Correctional Institution following a traffic stop yesterday morning in Dagsboro. State Police say 32-year-old Tevin Smith of Ellendale and 35-year-old Brian Bell of Wilmington face several drug-related charges. During the traffic stop at Nine Foot Road west of Blackberry Road, troopers smelled marijuana coming from the car, and they asked…
Read MoreUpdate on Easton, Maryland Airport Runway Improvement Project
Easton Airport has now moved into the project design phase of the Airfield Modernization Program, which includes runway expansion. During the January 19, 2023 Easton Airport Advisory Board meeting, AECOM Project Manager Derek Hollinger provided the public a detailed overview. The recorded presentation preserves that portion of the meeting for further public review. The video…
Read MoreDNREC Funds New Electric Vehicle Fast Charging Stations
Electric vehicle drivers will have more opportunities to charge up along Delaware roads thanks to grants awarded to several businesses and one Delaware municipality. DNREC is funding the 14 new electric vehicle fast charging stations. Users will be able to access the chargers 24 hours a day and pay a fee for powering their vehicles.…
Read MoreSalisbury Man Arrested for Thefts from Motor Vehicles
A 51-year-old Salisbury man is in jail for thefts from motor vehicles that occurred on January 14-17. According to the investigation, Little Price Brooken is charged with using the stolen credit cards at numerous locations throughout Salisbury. One of the incidents occurred on Snow Hill Road where US currency and a credit card was stolen.…
Read MoreLegislation to Expand Affordable Housing Access for Low-Income Families in Rental Assistance Program
With many people struggling to find affordable housing and the rising cost of living, eligible low-income families will have increased housing choices under legislation that Senators Chris Coons and Kevin Cramer (N.D.) have reintroduced. The Choice in Affordable Housing Act, which aims to improve the federal government’s largest rental assistance program, will also give families improved…
Read MoreDelDOT Traffic Alerts: Upcoming Area Road/Turn Lane Closures
The southbound right turn lane from Mount Joy Road to Westbound Route 24 in the Millsboro area will be closed for over a week due to road work. The work begins on February 6th. DelDOT expects the project to be completed by 15th, depending on the weather. Emergency vehicles only will have access to make…
Read MoreAAA Booking 150% More Flights; Cruising, Tours, International Travel All Trending Upward
While the Covid-19 pandemic put a damper on many travel plans, people are now making up for those restrictions. AAA Mid-Atlantic Spokesperson, Jana Tidwell says travel bookings continue to climb and that there is not only pent-up demand, but the dollars saved during the pandemic are now being invested in more extravagant travel. As an…
Read MoreSentencing in Salisbury Area Assault Case
21-year-old Nashala Williams has been sentenced to 15 years in jail for assaults that occurred while on the road. On September 19, 2022, Williams pleaded guilty to First Degree Assault, Second Degree Assault, and Illegal Possession of a Regulated Firearm. According to the State’s Office for Wicomico County, on February 28, 2022, Williams rear-ended a…
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